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GMC ACADIA, Owner'S Manual

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GMC Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/

Mexico-6014315) - 2014 - crc - 8/15/13

3-16

Seats and Restraints

.

Wear the shoulder belt over the
shoulder and across the chest.
These parts of the body are best
able to take belt restraining
forces. The shoulder belt locks if
there is a sudden stop or crash.

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Warning

You can be seriously injured,
or even killed, by not wearing
your safety belt properly.

.

Never allow the lap or
shoulder belt to become
loose or twisted.

.

Never wear the shoulder belt
under both arms or behind
your back.

.

Never route the lap or
shoulder belt over an
armrest.

Lap-Shoulder Belt

All seating positions in the vehicle
have a lap-shoulder belt.

If you are using a rear seating
position with a detachable safety
belt and the safety belt is not
attached, see

“

Returning the Seat to

the Seating Position

”

under

Third

Row Seats on page 3-11

for

instruction on reconnecting the
safety belt to the mini-buckle.

The following instructions explain
how to wear a lap-shoulder belt
properly.

1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is

adjustable, so you can sit up
straight. To see how, see

“

Seats

”

in the Index.

2. Pick up the latch plate and pull

the belt across you. Do not let it
get twisted.

The lap-shoulder belt may lock if
you pull the belt across you very
quickly. If this happens, let the
belt go back slightly to unlock it.
Then pull the belt across you
more slowly.

If the shoulder portion of a
passenger belt is pulled out all
the way, the child restraint
locking feature may be engaged.
If this happens, let the belt go
back all the way and start again.

Summary of Contents for ACADIA

Page 1: ...3 Roof Rack System 4 4 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 9 Information Displays 5 23 Vehicle Messages 5 32 Vehicle Personalization 5 42 Universal Remote System 5 49 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 5 Lighting Features 6 6 Infotainment System 7 1 Introduction 7 1 Radio 7 6 Audio Players 7 12 Rear Seat Infotainment 7 18 Phone 7 20 ...

Page 2: ...ehicle 10 72 Appearance Care 10 75 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Maintenance Schedule 11 2 Special Application Services 11 8 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 9 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 12 Maintenance Records 11 14 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicle Identification 12 1 Vehicle Data 12 2 Customer Information 13 1 Customer Information 13 1 Reporting Safety Defects...

Page 3: ... to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for GMC wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Vehicle Owners Propriétaires Canadiens A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer at www helminc com or from On pe...

Page 4: ...t may indicate a hazard that could result in injury or death It could also result in possible damage to the vehicle A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do this or Do not let this happen Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a s...

Page 5: ...ess Light Antilock Brake System ABS Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar if equipped 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 Changer j LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator Lamp Oil Pressure g Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Re...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 GMC Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 vi Introduction 2 NOTES ...

Page 7: ...ering Wheel Adjustment 1 12 Interior Lighting 1 12 Exterior Lighting 1 13 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 13 Climate Controls 1 14 Transmission 1 15 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 16 Satellite Radio 1 17 Portable Audio Devices 1 17 Bluetooth 1 18 Steering Wheel Controls 1 18 Cruise Control 1 19 Infotainment System 1 19 Forward Collision Alert FCA System 1 19 Lane Departure Warning LDW 1 19 Side Blind Zone A...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 GMC Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel ...

Page 9: ...tion Control on page 6 5 12 Cruise Control on page 9 30 13 Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2 14 Horn on page 5 3 15 Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 2 If Equipped 16 Driver Information Center DIC Buttons See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 23 17 Climate Control Systems on page 8 1 or Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 4 If Equipped 18 Shift Lever See Automatic Transmissio...

Page 10: ...l remaining doors Press Q to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized To open or close the liftgate press and hold 8 until the liftgate begins to move Press L and release to locate the vehicle Press L and hold for more than two seconds to sound the panic alarm Press L again to cancel the panic alarm See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 2 Remote Vehicle Start S...

Page 11: ...mote start Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the ignition switch on and then off See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 4 Door Locks To lock or unlock a door manually From the inside use the door lock knob on the window sill From the outside turn the key toward the front or rear of the vehicle or press th...

Page 12: ...ch pad under the liftgate handle To close the liftgate use the pull cup or pull strap as an aid Power Liftgate If equipped with a power liftgate the vehicle must be in P Park to operate it Press and hold 8 on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter Press O Press the touch pad on the outside liftgate handle See Liftgate on page 2 8 Windows Uplevel Shown Base Similar Press the switch to lower the w...

Page 13: ...to adjust the seatback See Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 and Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5 Power Seats 1 Seat Adjustment Control 2 Seatback Control 3 Lumbar Control To adjust a power seat if equipped Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control 1 forward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control 1 up or down Raise or lower the enti...

Page 14: ...nalization on page 5 42 Second Row Seats The second row seat can be folded to access the third row Pull the sliding seat lever forward the seat cushion folds and the seat slides forward See Rear Seats on page 3 9 Third Row Seats The third row seatbacks can be folded forward and the seats can be removed To fold the third row seatback 1 Remove anything on or under the seat 2 Disconnect the rear safe...

Page 15: ...d press to cool the entire seat J Press to heat the seat and seatback Press the button once for the highest setting With each press of the button the seat will change to the next lower setting and then to the off setting The lights indicate three for the highest setting and one for the lowest See Heated and Cooled Front Seats on page 3 8 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restra...

Page 16: ...stem on page 3 44 Passenger Sensing System United States Canada and Mexico The passenger sensing system will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 30 The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started See Passen...

Page 17: ...th power folding mirrors 1 Press 1 to fold the mirrors out to the driving position 2 Press 2 to fold the mirrors in to the folded position See Folding Mirrors on page 2 15 Interior Mirror Adjustment Adjust the rearview mirror to clearly view the area behind the vehicle Manual Rearview Mirror For vehicles with a manual rearview mirror push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime u...

Page 18: ...e and above the rear seat passengers The dome lamps come on when a door is opened unless the dome lamp override button is pressed in To manually turn them on turn the instrument panel brightness control clockwise to the farthest position Dome Lamp Override The dome lamp override button is next to the exterior lamps control E DOME OFF Press the button and the dome lamps remain off when a door is op...

Page 19: ...Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened when the ignition switch is off and the headlamps are on If equipped it turns the fog lamps on or off See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Fog Lamps on page 6 4 Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper washer lever is located on the left side of the steering ...

Page 20: ...ff The wiper speed cannot be changed Y Press to spray washer fluid on the rear window The window wiper will also come on See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 3 and Rear Window Wiper Washer on page 5 4 Climate Controls 1 Fan Control 2 REAR Rear Climate Control 3 Temperature Control 4 Recirculation 5 Air Delivery Mode Control 6 Air Conditioning 7 Rear Window Defogger ...

Page 21: ...d For more information about the rear climate control see Rear Climate Control System on page 8 9 or Rear Climate Control System with Rear Seat Audio on page 8 10 Transmission Electronic Range Select ERS Mode ERS mode allows you to choose the top gear limit of the transmission and the vehicle s speed while driving downhill or towing a trailer The vehicle has an electronic shift position indicator ...

Page 22: ... connection for external audio devices PUSH SEL Turn to manually find a station or highlight a menu selection Press to select a highlighted selection D Press to go to the Home Page See Home Page in Operation on page 7 3 SRCE Press to change the audio source to AM FM SiriusXM if equipped CD USB iPod or AUX FAV Press to display the favorite list or add a favorite See Operation on page 7 3 SEEK or SE...

Page 23: ...save the adjustments that were made Set Date Press the up or down arrows to increase or decrease the Month Day and Year settings Press and hold to quickly increase or decrease the date settings Press OK or the Back screen button to save the adjustments that were made Satellite Radio If equipped vehicles with a SiriusXM satellite radio tuner and a valid SiriusXM satellite radio subscription can rec...

Page 24: ...ed mobile phone must be paired with the in vehicle Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle Not all phones will support all functions See Bluetooth on page 7 20 Steering Wheel Controls w or c x Press to change favorite radio stations select tracks on a CD or navigate tracks or folders on an iPod or USB device b g Press and hold to silence the vehicle speakers only Press again to turn ...

Page 25: ...phone navigation system and voice or speech recognition There is also information on settings and downloadable applications if equipped Forward Collision Alert FCA System If equipped FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes FCA provides a green indicator when a vehicle is detected ahead This indicator displays amber if you follow a vehicle much too closely When approaching...

Page 26: ...ing and avoiding objects while in R Reverse It operates at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA uses audible beeps to provide distance and system information Keep the sensors on the vehicle s rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 34 Power Outlets The vehicle has 12 volt accessory power outlets which can be used to plug in ...

Page 27: ...l Sunshade The sunshades must be opened and closed manually To open the sunshade press the button on the sunshade handle to release it and guide it back To close the sunshade pull the sunshade forward until it latches See Sunroof on page 2 20 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control Electronic Stability Control The vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin and the StabiliTra...

Page 28: ...ce normal monthly tire maintenance Maintain the correct tire pressures See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 46 Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter The oil life system should be reset to 100 only following an oil change Resetting th...

Page 29: ... Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended 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 New GMC owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5 OnStar If equipped this vehicle has a comprehensive in vehicle system that ...

Page 30: ...Black plate 24 1 GMC Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 1 24 In Brief 2 NOTES ...

Page 31: ...Convex Mirrors 2 14 Power Mirrors 2 14 Folding Mirrors 2 15 Heated Mirrors 2 15 Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 16 Blind Spot Mirrors 2 16 Park Tilt Mirrors 2 17 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 2 17 Manual Rearview Mirror 2 18 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 2 18 Windows Windows 2 18 Power Windows 2 18 Sun Visors 2 20 Roof Sunroof 2 20 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehi...

Page 32: ...vehicle See OnStar if equipped Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 15 If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Check the transmitter s battery See Battery Replacement later in this section If the transmitter is stil...

Page 33: ...old until the liftgate begins to move to open or close the liftgate The taillamps flash and a chime sounds to indicate when the liftgate is opening or closing L Vehicle Locator Panic Alarm Press and release to locate the vehicle The parking lamps flash and the horn sounds three times Press and hold L for more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm The parking lamps flash and the horn sounds ...

Page 34: ...hicle may have a remote starting feature that starts the engine from outside of the vehicle Remote Start This button is on the RKE transmitter if the vehicle has remote start Laws in some communities may restrict the use of remote starters For example some laws may require a person using the remote start to have the vehicle in view when doing so Check local regulations for any requirements on remo...

Page 35: ... is left running it automatically shuts off after 10 minutes unless a time extension has been done Extending Engine Run Time To extend the engine run time by 10 minutes repeat Steps 1 3 while the engine is still running The engine run time can only be extended if it is the first remote start since the vehicle has been driven Remote start can be extended one time If the remote start procedure is us...

Page 36: ...oving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a Continued Warning Continued crash is increased if the doors are not locked So all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome b...

Page 37: ... an automatic lock unlock feature enable you to program the vehicle s power door locks This feature can be programmed through the Driver Information Center DIC See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 42 for more information Lockout Protection This feature protects you from locking the key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a front door is open If the driver side power door lock switc...

Page 38: ...t pass through the seal between the body and the trunk hatch or liftgate Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Close all of the windows Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Continued Warning Continued Adjust the climate control ...

Page 39: ...nd close the liftgate Always close the liftgate before driving Power Liftgate If equipped with a power liftgate the vehicle must be in P Park to operate The taillamps flash and a chime sounds when the power liftgate moves Warning You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the power liftgate Make sure there is no one in the way of the liftgate as it is opening and closing The power lif...

Page 40: ...chime will sound The liftgate will stay open temporarily and then slowly close See a dealer for service before using the liftgate if this occurs Obstacle Detection Features If an obstacle is encountered during the power open or close cycle a warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the full closed or open position After removing the obstacle the liftgate wi...

Page 41: ...the pull cup to lower and close the liftgate The liftgate latch will power close Always close the liftgate before driving If 8 on the RKE transmitter or l on the liftgate is pressed while in manual operation mode the taillamps will flash three times but the liftgate will not move It is not recommended to drive with the liftgate open However if the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate open the ...

Page 42: ... the door is not unlocked by pressing Q during the 10 second pre alarm the alarm goes off The headlamps flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds then turns off to save the battery power The vehicle can be started with the correct ignition key if the alarm has been set off To avoid setting off the alarm by accident Lock the vehicle with the door key after the doors are closed Unlock the door ...

Page 43: ...terrent system Turn the ignition off and try again If the engine still does not start and the key appears to be undamaged try another ignition key and check the fuses See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 28 for additional information If the engine still does not start with the other key the vehicle needs service If the vehicle does start the first key may be faulty See your dealer who can ser...

Page 44: ...he Driver Information Center DIC when there is a problem with the theft deterrent system See Security Messages on page 5 39 for additional information Do not leave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors Warning A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sh...

Page 45: ...ition For vehicles with power folding mirrors 1 Press 1 to fold the mirrors out to the driving position 2 Press 2 to fold the mirrors in to the folded position Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors Reset the power folding mirrors if The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding They are accidentally manually folded unfolded The mirrors vibrate at normal driving speeds To reset the mirrors fo...

Page 46: ...ror built into the upper and outer corner of both outside mirrors It can show objects that may be in the vehicle s blind zone Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror Actual Mirror View 1 When the approaching vehicle is a long distance away the image in the main mirror is small and near the inboard edge of the mirror 2 As the vehicle gets closer the image in the main mirror gets larger and moves outboar...

Page 47: ...de mirrors have a park tilt feature This feature tilts the outside mirrors to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R Reverse This allows the driver to view the curb for parallel parking The passenger and or driver mirror returns to its 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 turned on or off through th...

Page 48: ... pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front window...

Page 49: ...r pulling the switch Programming the Power Windows If the vehicle battery has been recharged disconnected or replaced windows with the express up feature need to be reprogrammed for this feature to work To program the window 1 Close all doors with the ignition in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position or with Retained Accessory Power RAP active See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 18 2 Press a...

Page 50: ...cator light comes on when activated Press v again to deactivate the lockout switch Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down or unhook it and move it to the side to reduce glare Visor Vanity Mirror Lift the cover to use the mirror and turn the lamps on Roof Sunroof The ignition must be in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY or Retained Accessory Power RAP must be active to operate the sunroof and power sunshade See ...

Page 51: ...shade The sunshades must be opened and closed manually To open the sunshade press the button on the sunshade handle to release it and guide it back To close the sunshade pull the sunshade forward until it latches Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise It could also plug the water drainage system Periodically open th...

Page 52: ...Black plate 22 1 GMC Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 2 22 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES ...

Page 53: ... 3 22 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash 3 22 Airbag System Airbag System 3 23 Where Are the Airbags 3 25 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 27 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 28 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 28 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 28 Passenger Sensing System 3 30 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 34 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 3 34 Airb...

Page 54: ...oard seating positions Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash To raise or lower the head restraint press the button located on the side of the head restraint and pull up or push the head restraint down and release the button Pull and push on the head restraint af...

Page 55: ...n the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted The second row head restraints and third row headrests are not designed to be removed Front Seats Seat Adjustment Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a driver seat while the vehicle is moving Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving 1 Seat Adjustment Handle 2 Driver Seat Height Adjustment Lever ...

Page 56: ...arward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control 1 up or down Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control 1 up or down Adjust the seatback by tilting the top of the control 2 forward or rearward See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 5 Increase or decrease lumbar support by pressing the front or rear of the control 3 See Lumbar Adjustment ...

Page 57: ...elt will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion have the seatback upright Then sit well back in the seat and wear the sa...

Page 58: ...the seatback to the upright 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 Reclining Seatbacks To adjust a power seatback if equipped Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline Tilt the top of the control forward to raise Memory Seats If available the...

Page 59: ...if equipped will move to the memory positions associated with the transmitter used to unlock the vehicle This feature is turned on or off using the vehicle personalization menu See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 42 To stop recall movement press one of the power seat controls memory buttons power mirror buttons or the power steering column control if equipped If something has blocked the driver ...

Page 60: ...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 heater especially for long periods of time Do not place anything on the seat that insulates against heat such as a blanket cushion cover or similar item This may cause the seat heater to overheat An overheated...

Page 61: ...seats after the vehicle is started The heated seat button lights will not turn on during a remote start The temperature of an unoccupied seat may be reduced See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 4 Rear Seats 1 Seat Adjustment Handle 2 Reclining Seatback Strap 3 Sliding Seat Lever Entering and Exiting the Third Row Warning Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded or folded a...

Page 62: ...rn the second row seat to its normal seating position 1 Remove objects on the floor behind the second row seat or in the seat tracks on the floor 2 Slide the seat rearward by pushing on the seatback until the seat is locked into place 3 Continue pushing the seatback rearward until the seatback is locked into place 4 Push down on the rear of the seat cushion until it is locked in place 5 Push and p...

Page 63: ...1 and push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked Third Row Seats Warning Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded or pushed forward in the entry position could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place Folding the Seatback Caution Folding a re...

Page 64: ... a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place Warning A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the Continued Warning Continued protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could...

Page 65: ...w Seats To reinstall a third row seat 1 Before installing the seat the seatback must be folded forward See Folding the Seatback earlier in this section The seats must be placed in the proper locations to attach correctly The wider seat must be installed on the driver side and the narrower seat on the passenger side Remove the bolts from the holes in the floor before installing the seats 2 Place th...

Page 66: ...rous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision passengers riding in these areas Continued Warning Continued are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow passengers to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Always wear a safety belt and check that all passenger s are restrained properly too This vehicle has indi...

Page 67: ...ng safety belts How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size There are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children and infants If a child will be riding in the vehicle see Older Children on page 3 36 or Infants and Young Children on page 3 38 Follow those rules for everyone s protection It is very impo...

Page 68: ...elt If you are using a rear seating position with a detachable safety belt and the safety belt is not attached see Returning the Seat to the Seating Position under Third Row Seats on page 3 11 for instruction on reconnecting the safety belt to the mini buckle The following instructions explain how to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can sit up st...

Page 69: ...t Height Adjuster later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information 6 To make the lap part tight pull up on the shoulder belt It may be necessary to pull the stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants To unlatch the belt push the button on the buckle The belt should return to its stowed position Slide the lat...

Page 70: ...ng up on the shoulder belt guide After the adjuster is set to the desired position try to move it down without pushing the release button to make sure it has locked into position Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for the front outboard occupants Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the safety belt assembly They can help tighten t...

Page 71: ...perly adjusted the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt Outboard Positions 1 For the outboard positions remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body For the third row center position locate the comfort guide which is located in a storage pocket at the top of the seat under the headrest on the ...

Page 72: ...elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top Warning A safety belt that is not properly worn 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 chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and rele...

Page 73: ... s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer will order you an extender When you go in to order it take the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never u...

Page 74: ...ulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacement of safety belts may not be necessary But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer to have the saf...

Page 75: ...ver and on the instrument panel for the front outboard passenger For the front center airbag the word AIRBAG is on the inboard side of the driver seatback For seat mounted side impact airbags the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback closest to the door For roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Ev...

Page 76: ...ning Continued should sit as far back as possible while still maintaining control of the vehicle Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the front center armrest or console in vehicles with a front center airbag Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags Warning Children who are up...

Page 77: ...4 crc 8 15 13 Seats and Restraints 3 25 Where Are the Airbags The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel If the vehicle has a front center airbag it is in the inboard side of the driver seatback ...

Page 78: ...n an occupant and an airbag the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into Continued Warning Continued that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering Do not use seat or ...

Page 79: ...deformable narrow or wide Frontal airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers rear impacts or many side impacts In addition the vehicle has advanced technology frontal airbags Advanced technology frontal airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity The front center airbag if equipped is designed to inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending upon the location ...

Page 80: ...dy Rollover capable roof rail airbags are also designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first second and third rows The rollover capable roof rail airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of full or partial ejection in rollover events although no system can prevent all such ejections But airbags would not help in many types of collisions...

Page 81: ...ng flashers by using the controls for those features Warning A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may have also damaged important functions in the vehicle such as the fuel system brake and steering systems etc Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after a moderate crash there may be concealed damage that could make it difficult to safely operate the vehicle Use caution if you should a...

Page 82: ...f the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front outboard passenger frontal airbag should be allowed to inflate or...

Page 83: ...ard passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period of time There is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag the off indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is off See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 15 The passenger sensing ...

Page 84: ...t covers seat heaters or seat massagers 4 Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to Securing Child Restraints Front Passenger Seat on page 3 53 or Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat on page 3 51 5 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slight...

Page 85: ...reased risk of serious injury or even death An adult sized occupant should not ride in the front outboard passenger seat if the passenger airbag off indicator is lit Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status See Safety B...

Page 86: ...d seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag system in several places around the vehicle Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system To purchase a service manual see Service Publications...

Page 87: ...on of the passenger sensing system This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag s or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 30 If the vehicle has rollover roof rail airbags see Different Size Tires and Wheels on page 10 54 for additional information If you have to modify your vehicle becaus...

Page 88: ... death To help make sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If an airbag inflates you will need to replace airbag system parts See your dealer for service If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on when you are driving the airbag system may not work properly Have the ...

Page 89: ...e length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear safety belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips just touching the top of the thighs This applies belt force to the child s p...

Page 90: ...applied right on the abdomen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints In fact the law in every sta...

Page 91: ...n a crash at only 40 km h 25 mph a 5 5 kg 12 lb infant will suddenly become a 110 kg 240 lb force on a person s arms An infant should be secured in an appropriate restraint Warning Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear ...

Page 92: ...turer instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint In addition there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash infants need complete support In a crash if an infant is in a rear facing child restraint the crash forces can be distribute...

Page 93: ... seating surface against the back of the infant The harness system holds the infant in place and in a crash acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint Forward Facing Child Seat A forward facing child seat provides restraint for the child s body with the harness Booster Seats A booster seat is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle s safety belt system A booster seat ...

Page 94: ...nd to this manual The child restraint instructions are important so if they are not available obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can move around in a collision or sudden stop and injure people in the vehicle Be sure to properly secure any child restraint in the vehicle even when no child is in it In some areas of the United States and Can...

Page 95: ... off the right front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the front passenger frontal airbag is off It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a rear seat If a forward facing child restraint must ...

Page 96: ...ld seats can be properly installed using either the LATCH anchors or the vehicle s safety belts Do not use both the safety belts and the LATCH anchorage system to secure a rear facing or forward facing child seat Booster seats use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the child in the booster seat If the manufacturer recommends that the booster seat be secured with the LATCH system this can be done...

Page 97: ...ther attachment 2 on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash The child restraint may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will have a single attachment 2 to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use w...

Page 98: ...ons with top tether anchors H Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors Second Row 60 40 Bench I Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors H Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors Third Row I Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors To assist in locating the lower anchors each second row anchor position has a label near the crease bet...

Page 99: ...install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor 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 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 safer when properly restrained in a child re...

Page 100: ...straint so children cannot reach them Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock if the vehicle has one after the child restraint has been installed Caution Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle s safety belts This may damage these parts If necessary move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments Continued Caution Continued Do not f...

Page 101: ...ns and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 To access the lower anchors in the second row it may help to recline the seatback Third row seatbacks must be upright before placing the child restraint on the seat 1 3 Put the child restraint on the seat 1 4 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors If ...

Page 102: ...r over the seatback If the position you are using has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the headrest or head restraint If the position you are using has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the headrest or head restraint 3 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is secu...

Page 103: ... contact with the front center airbag When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle If the child restraint has the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 44 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH If a child restraint is...

Page 104: ...t could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the shoulder belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 5 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 shoulder belt back into the retractor...

Page 105: ...ard facing child restraint See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3 42 In addition the vehicle has a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 30 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5 15 for more information including important safety information Never put a rear facin...

Page 106: ... local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child 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 with the child ...

Page 107: ...ll the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2...

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Page 109: ...n storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Instrument Panel Storage This vehicle has an instrument panel storage area To open the cover pull the latch forward There is an auxiliary input jack on the faceplate and a USB port in the instrument panel storage See Auxiliary Devices on page 7 17 Glove Box Lift the glove box handle to open it Us...

Page 110: ...rmrest to slide it forward and backward To open the armrest storage area press the button on the front of the armrest There is additional storage under the armrest Move the armrest all the way to the rear position then slide the storage cover back to access There is a removable tray in the storage area Pull up on the tray to remove and access the lower storage area and power outlet See Power Outle...

Page 111: ...ed to secure small loads Cargo Management System This vehicle has a cargo management system located in the rear To remove the cargo management cover 1 Open the cover It remains open when lifted 2 Pull the cover up making sure to unhook the hinges at the rear of the cover 3 Store the cover outside the vehicle or reattach before driving Warning An improperly latched and closed cargo cover or cargo c...

Page 112: ...ooks to secure loads or other items to the vehicle or the hooks could be damaged Roof Rack System Warning If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack like paneling plywood or a mattress the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven The item being carried could be violently torn off and this could cause a collision and damage the vehicle Never ...

Page 113: ...To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened Loading cargo on the roof rack will make the vehicle s center of gravity higher Avoid high speeds sudden starts sharp turns sudden braking or abrupt maneuvers otherwise it may result in loss of control If driving for a long distance on rough roads or at high speeds occasionally stop the ve...

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Page 115: ...l Mode Light 5 20 Lane Departure Warning LDW Light 5 20 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 5 20 StabiliTrak Indicator Light 5 20 Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 21 Tire Pressure Light 5 21 Engine Oil Pressure Light 5 21 Security Light 5 22 High Beam On Light 5 22 Front Fog Lamp Light 5 22 Cruise Control Light 5 23 Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC 5 23 Head Up Display HUD 5 28 Veh...

Page 116: ...t the steering wheel 1 Pull the lever down 2 Move the steering wheel up or down 3 Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you 4 Push the lever up to lock the steering wheel in place Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving Steering Wheel Controls Vehicles with audio steering wheel controls could differ depending on the vehicle s options Some audio controls can be adjusted at the ...

Page 117: ...uipped front auxiliary rear auxiliary and iPod USB Seek Press to go to the next radio station while in AM FM or SiriusXM Press to go to the next track or chapter while sourced to the CD slot Press to select a track or a folder when navigating folders on an iPod or USB device e or e Volume Press to increase or to decrease the volume Horn Press a on the steering wheel pad to sound the horn Windshiel...

Page 118: ... stack below the climate control system Z Rear Wiper Press to turn the rear wiper on and off The wiper speed cannot be changed Y Wash Press to spray washer fluid on the rear window The window wiper will also come on Release the button when enough fluid has been sprayed on the window The rear wiper will run a few more cycles after it is released If the rear wiper function was already on prior to pr...

Page 119: ...SS V TO CHANGE COMPASS ZONE displays 2 Find the vehicle s current location and variance zone number on the map Zones 1 through 15 are available 3 Press the set reset button to scroll through and select the appropriate variance zone 4 Press the trip fuel button until the vehicle heading for example N for North is displayed in the DIC 5 If calibration is necessary calibrate the compass See Compass C...

Page 120: ...compass use the following procedure Compass Calibration Procedure 1 Before calibrating the compass make sure the compass zone is set to the variance zone in which the vehicle is located See Compass Variance Zone Procedure earlier in this section Do not operate any switches such as window sunroof climate controls seats etc during the calibration procedure 2 Press the vehicle information button unti...

Page 121: ...quipment such as a cell phone or MP3 player The power outlets are located On the center stack below the climate controls Inside the center floor console The rear of the center console In the rear cargo area Lift the cover to access the outlet and replace when not in use Warning Power is always supplied to the outlets Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use becau...

Page 122: ... detected The indicator light does not come on when the ignition is in LOCK OFF or if the equipment is not fully seated into the outlet If equipment is connected using more than 150 watts or a system fault is detected a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off To reset the circuit unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Retained Accessory Power RAP of...

Page 123: ...injury Warning lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while drivin...

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Page 125: ... old odometer If this is not possible it is set at zero and a label is put on the driver door to show the old mileage reading Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Fuel Gauge Metric English When the ignition is on the fuel gauge shows how much fuel is left in the tank An arrow in the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on The ga...

Page 126: ...ay have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank s capacity to fill the tank The gauge goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Metric English This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature Under normal driving conditions the gauge will read approximately 100 C 210 F or less If the gauge pointer is ne...

Page 127: ...cle and the engine is left idling for an extended period If there is a problem with the battery charging system a SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM message will appear in the Driver Information Center DIC and or the charging system light comes on See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5 32 for more information However readings in either warning zone may indicate a possible problem in the ...

Page 128: ...ic device To turn off the warning light and or chime remove the object from the seat or buckle the safety belt Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system The system check includes the airbag sensor s passenger sensing system the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the a...

Page 129: ... on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag is allowed to inflate If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag If after several seconds both status indicator lights remain on or if there a...

Page 130: ...lean environment The malfunction indicator lamp comes on when the vehicle is 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 14 If the malfunction indicator lamp comes on while the engine is running this indicates that the OBD II system has detected a problem and diagnosis and service might be required Malfu...

Page 131: ...rt the engine If the light is still flashing follow the previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible Light On Steady An emission control system 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 Filling the Tank on page 9 43 The dia...

Page 132: ...ngine is off See your dealer for assistance in verifying proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp The OBD II On Board Diagnostics system determines that critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed The vehicle would be considered not ready for inspection This can happen if the 12 volt battery has recently been replaced or run down The diagnostic system is designed...

Page 133: ...owing the Vehicle on page 10 72 Warning The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped have the vehicle towed for service The brake message remains on until any DIC button is pressed The brake light ...

Page 134: ... turns off This light comes on green when the system is on and ready to operate When the system determines that the vehicle is leaving its lane without using the turn signal this light will change to amber and flash See Lane Departure Warning LDW on page 9 40 Vehicle Ahead Indicator If available this light displays green when a vehicle is detected ahead See Forward Collision Alert FCA System on pa...

Page 135: ...Light Is On Steady This indicates that one or more of the tires are significantly underinflated A Driver Information Center DIC tire pressure message may also display See Tire Messages on page 5 39 Stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure on page 10 44 When the Light Flashes First and Then Is On Steady If...

Page 136: ...t come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the light stays on and the engine does not start there could be a problem with the theft deterrent system This light is also used to indicate the status of the anti theft alarm system when the ignition is turned off The light will flash rapidly if the alarm system is arming and one or more of the monitored entry points is not closed The light w...

Page 137: ... information that was last displayed before the engine was turned off The DIC also displays a shift lever position indicator on the bottom line of the display See Automatic Transmission on page 9 22 for more information The outside air temperature and compass if equipped also display on the DIC when viewing the trip and fuel information The outside air temperature automatically appears in the top ...

Page 138: ...you see 99 OIL LIFE REMAINING on the display that means 99 of the current oil life remains The engine oil life system will alert you to change the oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions When the remaining oil life is low the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display See CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON under Engine Oil Messages on page 5 35 You should change the oil as soo...

Page 139: ...s display press the set reset button to select between ON or OFF If you choose ON the system will be turned on If you choose OFF the system will be turned off When the RCTA system is turned off the DIC will display the REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT SYSTEM OFF message as a reminder that the system has been turned off See Object Detection System Messages on page 5 36 and Rear Vision Camera RVC on page 9 ...

Page 140: ... B Press the trip fuel button until TRIPA or TRIP B displays This display shows the current distance traveled in either kilometers km or miles mi since the last reset for each trip odometer Both trip odometers can be used at the same time Pressing the trip odometer reset stem will also display the trip odometers Each trip odometer can be reset to zero separately by pressing the set reset button or...

Page 141: ...ifferent fuel economies Generally freeway driving produces better fuel economy than city driving Fuel range cannot be reset AVG Average ECONOMY Press the trip fuel button until AVG ECONOMY displays This display shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km or miles per gallon mpg This number is calculated based on the number of L 100 km mpg recorded since the last time this menu...

Page 142: ...time to see things you need to see when it is dark outside Be sure to keep the HUD image dim and placed low in your field of view If equipped with the HUD some information concerning the operation of the vehicle is projected onto the windshield This includes the speedometer reading rpm reading transmission position outside air temperature the manual mode gear range and a brief display of the curre...

Page 143: ...ages that are on the DIC trip computer The HUD also displays the following messages on vehicles with these systems when they are active TRACTION CONTROL ACTIVE STABILITRAK ACTIVE Forward Collision Alert Caution If you try to use the HUD image as a parking aid you may misjudge the distance and damage your vehicle Do not use the HUD image as a parking aid When the HUD is on the speedometer reading i...

Page 144: ... image in your view The HUD image can only be adjusted up and down not side to side Page Press this button to select the display formats Release the page button when the format number with the desired display is shown on the HUD The HUD image displayed on the windshield will automatically dim and brighten to compensate for outside lighting The HUD image can temporarily light up depending on the an...

Page 145: ...y Turn navigation information and provide details about the next driving maneuver to be made When you near your destination the HUD will display a distance bar that will fill in the closer you get to your destination All navigation information is provided to the HUD by the navigation radio if the vehicle has one Care of the HUD Clean the inside of the windshield as needed to remove any dirt or fil...

Page 146: ...at you received the messages and to clear them from the display Some messages cannot be cleared from the DIC display because they are more urgent These messages require action before they can be cleared You should take any messages that appear on the display seriously and remember that clearing the messages will only make the messages disappear not correct the problem The following are the possibl...

Page 147: ...essage is still displayed or appears again when you begin driving the brake system needs service as soon as possible See your dealer Cruise Control Messages CRUISE SET TO XXX This message displays whenever the cruise control is set See Cruise Control on page 9 30 for more information Door Ajar Messages DRIVER DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver door is not fully closed...

Page 148: ...em Messages ENGINE HOT A C Air Conditioning OFF This message displays when the engine coolant becomes hotter than the normal operating temperature See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5 12 To avoid added strain on a hot engine the air conditioning compressor automatically turns off When the coolant temperature returns to normal the air conditioning compressor turns back on You can continue...

Page 149: ...e Light on page 5 21 Stop the vehicle immediately as engine damage can result from driving a vehicle with low oil pressure Have the vehicle serviced by your dealer as soon as possible when this message is displayed Engine Power Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays and a chime sounds when the cooling system temperature gets too hot and the engine further enters the engine coolant ...

Page 150: ...ion on page 2 2 Lamp Messages AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF This message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned off This message clears itself after 10 seconds AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON This message displays when the automatic headlamps are turned on This message clears itself after 10 seconds TURN SIGNAL ON This message displays and a chime sounds if a turn signal is left on for 1 2 km 0...

Page 151: ...when the RCTA system has been turned off See Rear Vision Camera RVC on page 9 37 and Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 23 SERVICE FRONT CAMERA If this message remains on after continued driving the vehicle needs service Do not use the Lane Departure Warning LDW and Forward Collision Alert FCA features Take the vehicle to your dealer SERVICE PARK ASSIST This message displays if there is a pro...

Page 152: ...e engine again If this message still comes on it means there is a problem See your dealer for service The vehicle is safe to drive however you do not have the benefit of StabiliTrak so reduce your speed and drive accordingly SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL This message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System TCS When this message is displayed the system will not limit wheel spin...

Page 153: ...SERVICE POWER STEERING This message displays when a problem is detected with the power steering system When this message is displayed you may notice that the effort required to steer the vehicle increases or feels heavier but you will still be able to steer the vehicle Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer immediately SERVICE VEHICLE SOON This message displays when a non emissions related malf...

Page 154: ...otating the tires or after replacing a tire or sensor See Tire Rotation on page 10 50 Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10 46 and Tire Pressure on page 10 44 for more information Transmission Messages ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF If your vehicle has the All Wheel Drive AWD system this message displays when there is a temporary condition making the AWD system unavailable The vehicle will run in 2WD This ...

Page 155: ...rature high can cause damage to the vehicle Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool This message clears when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level Vehicle Reminder Messages ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when the outside air temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions Adjust your driving accordingly Vehicle Speed Messages SPEED LIMIT...

Page 156: ...e headlamps are turned off 2 Press the customization button to enter the feature settings menu If the menu is not available FEATURE SETTINGS AVAILABLE IN PARK will display Before entering the menu make sure the vehicle is in P Park Feature Settings Menu Items The following are customization features that allow you to program settings to the vehicle DISPLAY IN ENGLISH This feature will only display...

Page 157: ...select whether or not to turn off the automatic door unlocking feature It also allows you to select which doors and when the doors will automatically unlock See Automatic Door Locks on page 2 7 Press the customization 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...

Page 158: ...ss Entry RKE transmitter You will not receive feedback when unlocking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 2 Press the customization button until REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the ...

Page 159: ... once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF The exterior lamps will not turn on 30 SECONDS default The exterior lamps will stay on for 30 seconds 1 MINUTE The exterior lamps will stay on for one minute 2 MINUTES The exterior lamps will stay on for two minutes NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The curr...

Page 160: ...red setting is displayed on the DIC PARK TILT MIRRORS If your vehicle has this feature it allows you to select whether or not the outside mirror s will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse See Park Tilt Mirrors on page 2 17 Press the customization button until PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this ...

Page 161: ...the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC MEMORY SEAT RECALL If your vehicle has this feature it allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall feature See Memory Seats on page 3 6 Press the customization button until MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press ...

Page 162: ...the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings RESTORE ALL default The customization features will be set to their factory default settings DO NOT RESTORE The customization features will not be set to their factory default settings To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting...

Page 163: ...st with the programming process Keep the original hand held transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming Erase the programming when vehicle ownership is terminated See Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons later in this section To program a garage door opener park outside directly in line with and facing the garage door opener receiver Clear all people and objects near...

Page 164: ...uously or the garage door moves when the button is pressed then programming is complete There is no need to complete Steps 4 6 If the indicator light does not come on or the garage door does not move a second button press may be required For a second time press and hold the newly programmed button for five seconds If the light stays on or the garage door moves programming is complete If the indica...

Page 165: ...ay not be long enough for the Universal Remote system to pick up the signal during programming If the programming did not work replace Step 2 under Programming the Universal Remote System with the following Press and hold the Universal Remote system button while pressing and releasing the hand held transmitter button every two seconds until the signal has been successfully accepted by the Universa...

Page 166: ...nts and Controls Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons 1 Press and hold any one of the buttons Do not release the button 2 The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds Without releasing the button proceed with Step 1 under Programming the Universal Remote System ...

Page 167: ...Illumination Control 6 5 Courtesy Lamps 6 5 Dome Lamps 6 5 Reading Lamps 6 6 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 6 Delayed Entry Lighting 6 6 Delayed Exit Lighting 6 7 Parade Dimming 6 7 Battery Load Management 6 7 Battery Power Protection 6 8 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel There are four positions O Of...

Page 168: ... the high beam headlamps are on Flash to Pass This feature is used to signal to the vehicle ahead that you want to pass If the headlamps are off or in the low beam position pull the turn signal lever toward you to momentarily switch to high beams Release the lever to turn the high beam headlamps off Daytime Running Lamps DRL Automatic Headlamp System DRL can make it easier for others to see the fr...

Page 169: ...ignition is turned off The headlamps remain on until the exterior lamp control is moved to the parking lamps position or until the pre selected delayed headlamp lighting period has ended If the ignition is turned off with the exterior lamp control in the or 5 position the delayed headlamps cycle will not occur To disable the delayed headlamps feature or change the time of delay see Vehicle Persona...

Page 170: ... out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 28 Turn Signal On Chime If either one of the turn signals is left on and the vehicle has been driven more than 1 2 km 0 75 mi a chime will sound Fog Lamps Use the fog lamps for better vision in foggy or misty conditions The fog lamp button is on the exterior lamp control to the left of the steering column Fog Lamps Press this button to ...

Page 171: ... on manually by fully turning the instrument panel brightness control clockwise The reading lamps located on the headliner above the rearview mirror can be turned on or off independently of the automatic courtesy lamps when the doors are closed Dome Lamps The dome lamps are in the overhead console and above the rear seat passengers The dome lamps come on when a door is opened unless the dome lamp ...

Page 172: ...s Entry lighting includes a feature called theater dimming With theater dimming the lamps do not turn off at the end of the delay time Instead they slowly dim and then go out The delay time is canceled if the ignition key is turned to ON RUN or the power door lock switch is pressed The lamps will dim right away When the ignition is on illuminated entry is inactive which means the courtesy lamps wi...

Page 173: ...nagement The vehicle has Electric Power Management EPM that estimates the battery s temperature and state of charge It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery When the battery s state of charge is low the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring the charge back up When the state of charge is high the voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging If t...

Page 174: ...so a DIC message might be displayed such as BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE BATTERY VOLTAGE LOW or LOW BATTERY If one of these messages displays it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible See Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 23 Battery Power Protection This feature helps prevent the battery from being drained if the interior courtesy lamps or reading lamps are ac...

Page 175: ...tem 7 18 Rear Audio Controller RAC 7 19 Phone Bluetooth 7 20 Settings Settings 7 27 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreements 7 30 Introduction Infotainment Read the following pages to become familiar with the infotainment system featured in this owner manual Warning Taking your eyes off the road for too long or too often while using any infotainment features can cause a ...

Page 176: ...led easily by pressing a single button or a single voice command for vehicles equipped with phone capability See Defensive Driving on page 9 3 The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power RAP With RAP the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 18 The vehicle has a base radio included in this manual See the separate infotainment manua...

Page 177: ... 2 Z Eject 3 CD Slot 4 AUX Port 5 PUSH SEL Select 6 D Home Page 7 SRCE Source 8 FAV Favorites Menu 9 SEEK Previous Reverse 10 SEEK Next Forward 11 BACK Operation Infotainment Controls PUSH O Volume Power Press to turn the system on and off Turn to adjust the volume Z Eject Press to eject a disc from the CD See CD Player on page 7 12 AUX Port 3 5 mm 1 8 in connection for external audio devices PUSH...

Page 178: ...the scan 2 CD USB Press to seek to the beginning of the current or previous track 3 CD USB Press and hold to quickly reverse through a track Release the button to return to playing speed See CD Player on page 7 12 and Auxiliary Devices on page 7 17 SEEK Next Forward 1 AM FM SiriusXM if equipped Press to seek to the next strong station Press and hold for Scan Press again to stop the scan 2 CD USB P...

Page 179: ...isabled when the vehicle is moving and some icons may not be active Now Playing Press to display the active source page The sources available are AM FM XM if equipped CD USB Bluetooth or AUX Input Navigation Press to display the OnStar Turn by Turn Navigation if equipped See OnStar if equipped 5 Phone Press to display the Phone main page See Bluetooth on page 7 20 Settings Press to display the Set...

Page 180: ...ve source The steering wheel controls can also be used to adjust the volume See Steering Wheel Controls on page 5 2 Audio Source To access AM FM or SiriusXM if equipped do one of the following Press the AM FM or XM if equipped screen button Press the SRCE radio button to scroll through the options A source ribbon will appear at the bottom of the screen allowing you to select the one you want Infot...

Page 181: ...hen press a preset button on the radio or the screen button Seeking a Station Press SEEK or SEEK to search for a station You may also use the on the steering wheel control SWC AM To access the AM menu press the Menu screen button and the following may display Favorites List Press to display the AM favorites list AM Station List Press to display a list of AM stations Update Station List Press to di...

Page 182: ...e Disable Press to turn the HD Radio receiver on or off SiriusXM If Equipped To access the XM Menu press the Menu screen button and the following may display Favorites List Press to display the SiriusXM favorites list XM Channel List Press to display a list of SiriusXM channels XM Category List Press to display a list of SiriusXM categories Tune Select If equipped with SiriusXM press and the follo...

Page 183: ...h favorite page display on the preset buttons To change the number of favorite pages displayed 1 Press Settings on the Home Page 2 Press Favorite Pages 3 Select the number of pages to display Recalling a Preset Station To recall a preset station from a favorites page do one the following Press the FAV screen button at the top bar to display the preset pop up Press one of the preset screen buttons ...

Page 184: ...f Air This station is not currently in service Channel Unauth This station is blocked or cannot be received Channel Unavailable This previously assigned station is no longer assigned No Artist Info No artist information is available at this time on this station No Title Info No song title information is available at this time on this station No CAT Info No category information is available at this...

Page 185: ...reducing the treble on the radio SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service provides digital radio reception Tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite 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 Cell Phone Usage Cell ph...

Page 186: ...o the CD player Do not use scratched or damaged discs Do not apply labels to discs The labels could get caught in the player Insert only one disc at a time Keep the loading slot free of foreign materials liquids and debris Use a marking pen to label the top of the disc Loading and Ejecting Discs To load a disc 1 Turn the vehicle on 2 Insert a disc into the slot label side up The player pulls it in...

Page 187: ...it could be for one of the following reasons The disc has an invalid or unknown format The disc is very hot Try the disc again when the temperature returns to normal The road is very rough Try the disc again when the road is smoother The disc is dirty scratched wet or upside down The air is very humid Try the disc again later There was a problem while burning the disc The label is caught in the pl...

Page 188: ...s Select a song from the list to begin playback Artists Press to view the list of artists stored on the disc Select an artist name to view a list of all songs by the artist There might be a delay before the list displays Select a song from the list to begin playback Genres Press to view the genres Select a genre to view a list of all songs of that genre Select a song from the list to begin playbac...

Page 189: ...under the root folder File System and Naming The song titles artists albums and genres are taken from the file s ID3 tag and are only displayed if present in the tag If a song title is not present in the ID3 tag the radio displays the file name as the track name Preprogrammed Playlists The radio recognizes preprogrammed playlists however there is no editing capability These playlists are treated a...

Page 190: ...t screen button displayed on the Root Folder menu The Artist menu displays Select an artist from the Artist menu to display a list of albums Albums Select an album from the Albums menu to display a list of songs Select a song for playback Genres Press the Genre screen button displayed on the Root Folder menu The Genre menu displays Follow the same instructions as given for Artist Each menu selecti...

Page 191: ...cation Using the 3 5 mm 1 8 in Auxiliary Input Jack This is not an audio output do not plug a headphone set into the front auxiliary input jack Connect an auxiliary input device such as an iPod laptop computer MP3 player CD player or cassette tape player to the auxiliary input jack for use as another source for audio listening Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle...

Page 192: ... control the music sources the front seat passengers are not listening to except on some radios where dual control is allowed For example rear seat passengers can control a CD and listen to it through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the front speakers The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of headphones The RSA functions operate even when the ...

Page 193: ...the start of the current track or chapter if more than 10 seconds have played This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the disc When a DVD video menu is being displayed press or to perform a cursor up or down on the menu Hold or to perform a cursor left or right on the menu PROG Program Press to go to the next preset radio station or channel set on t...

Page 194: ...wing Placement and receipt of calls in a hands free mode Sharing of the cell phone s address book or contact list with the vehicle To minimize driver distraction before driving and with the vehicle parked Become familiar with the features of the cell phone Organize the phone book and contact lists clearly and delete duplicate or rarely used entries If possible program speed dial or other shortcuts...

Page 195: ...the in vehicle Bluetooth system sound comes through the vehicle s front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system Use the audio system volume knob during a call to change the volume level The adjusted volume level remains in memory for later calls To prevent missed calls a minimum volume level is used if the volume is turned down too low Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons located on the...

Page 196: ...e pairing process on the cell phone that you want to pair For help with this process see the cell phone manufacturer s user guide 5 Locate the device named Your Vehicle in the list on the cell phone Follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the PIN provided in Step 3 After the PIN is successfully entered the system prompts you to provide a name for the paired cell phone This name will be ...

Page 197: ...o delete and store phone numbers Store This command will store a phone number or a group of numbers as a name tag Digit Store This command allows a phone number to be stored as a name tag by entering the digits one at a time Delete This command is used to delete individual name tags Delete All Name Tags This command deletes all stored name tags in the Hands Free Calling Directory and the OnStar Tu...

Page 198: ... be made using the following commands Dial or Call The dial or call command can be used interchangeably to dial a phone number or a stored name tag Digit Dial This command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time Re dial This command is used to dial the last number used on the cell phone Using the Dial or Call Command 1 Press b g 2 Say Dial or Call 3 Say the entire n...

Page 199: ...one and enabled by the wireless service carrier Press b g to answer an incoming call when another call is active The original call is placed on hold Press b g again to return to the original 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 and enable...

Page 200: ...r cell phone manufacturer s user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature To access contacts stored in the cell phone 1 Press b g 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 will go through their cycle according to the phone s operating instructions Dual Tone Multi Frequency DTMF Tones The B...

Page 201: ... Device List Voice Recognition Favorite Pages Display Settings Navigation Settings etc 1 Press the Settings screen button on the Home Page 2 Touch tap the scroll bar until the desired option displays Select the desired settings to change A few of the setting options change the way the navigation system displays or reacts while in use From the Settings menu press the Set Time or Set Date settings s...

Page 202: ...ites Press to select the number of FAV pages to be used in the system Add Remove XM Categories Press to customize which available XM Categories are displayed and used in the system RDS Settings Press to customize station name and radio text display options Set Time Press the up or down arrows to increase or decrease the Hours Minutes AM PM or 24 hr on the clock Press and hold to quickly increase o...

Page 203: ...o display the Touchscreen Calibration Screen Turn Display Off Press to turn the Display option off Rear Vision Camera If Equipped The rear vision camera can assist the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle An image appears on the system s screen so that the driver can check the surroundings for safety Press the Config button to access the Display Settings Symbo...

Page 204: ...ed under license under U S Patent s 5 451 942 5 956 674 5 974 380 5 978 762 6 487 535 other U S and worldwide patents issued pending DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks and DTS Digital Surround and the DTS logos are trademarks of DTS Inc All Rights Reserved Manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories ...

Page 205: ...8 10 Air Vents Air Vents 8 11 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter 8 12 Climate Control Systems The heating cooling and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system 1 Fan Control 2 REAR Rear Climate Control 3 Temperature Control 4 Recirculation 5 Air Delivery Mode Control 6 Air Conditioning 7 Rear Window Defogger 9 Off Turn the fan control all the way counterclockwise to t...

Page 206: ...d the system turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning unless the outside temperature is less than 4 C 40 F Recirculation cannot be selected while in the defog mode Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear 0 Defrost This clears the windshield of fog or frost more quickly Air is directed to the windshield and side window vents with some to the floor vents In this mode ou...

Page 207: ...indicator flashes three times and turns off The air conditioning also comes on when this mode is activated unless the outside air temperature is less than 4 C 40 F While in recirculation mode the windows can fog when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fog select either the defog or defrost mode and increase the fan speed REAR Rear Climate Control Press to turn the rear heating and air condi...

Page 208: ...efrost 7 Rear Window Defogger 8 Fan Control 9 Recirculation 10 Air Conditioning Display Function Each time the temperature mode or fan controls are adjusted the climate control display shows that function along with the inside temperature setting The outside temperature is displayed on the instrument cluster On Off Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to turn the climate control system on or off The...

Page 209: ...g Choosing the warmest or coolest temperatures does not cause the vehicle to heat or cool more quickly To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather the system delays turning on the fan until warm air is available Turn the fan knob to override this delay and select the fan speed Temperature Control The driver and passenger side temperature controls are used to adjust the temperature of the air coming ...

Page 210: ... to the floor outlets with some of the air directed to the windshield side window and second row floor outlets In this mode the system uses outside air Defog This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture Air is directed to the windshield floor outlets and side window vents When this mode is selected the system turns off recirculation and runs the air conditioning compressor unless the outside te...

Page 211: ...en this mode is activated While in recirculation mode the windows can fog when the weather is cold and damp To clear the fog select either the defog or defrost mode and increase the fan speed REAR Press to turn the rear heating and air conditioning on or off See Rear Climate Control System on page 8 9 or Rear Climate Control System with Rear Seat Audio on page 8 10 Rear Window Defogger The rear wi...

Page 212: ...he front grille This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle Any cover on the front of the vehicle could cause a false reading in the displayed temperature The climate control system uses the information from these sensors to maintain comfort settings by adjusting the temperature fan speed and air delivery mode The system may also supply coole...

Page 213: ...ontrol to the front climate control settings It comes on when REAR is pressed Independent Mode This mode directs rear seating airflow according to the settings of the rear controls It comes on when any rear control is adjusted Fan Control Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed Turn the knob to to turn the fan off Temperature Control Turn clockwise or counterclockw...

Page 214: ... the REAR button on the front climate control system to control the rear climate control system The system also turns on if any of the rear controls except C are pressed The display is activated when the rear system is on The system can also be turned off by pressingC until the fan goes off Sync Mode This mode matches the rear climate control to the front climate control settings It comes on when ...

Page 215: ...head outlets 6 Floor Air is directed through the floor outlets The rear system floor outlets are located under the third row seats Air Vents Use the slider switch in the center of the outlet to change the direction of the airflow Use the thumbwheel near the outlet to control the amount of airflow or to shut off the airflow Keep all outlets open whenever possible for best system performance Operati...

Page 216: ...1 13 1 Open the glove box 2 Twist the compartment retainers 1 and pull outward to remove 3 Lower the instrument panel compartment assembly 2 beyond the stops 4 If needed unsnap the instrument panel compartment assembly 2 from the instrument panel When reinstalling be sure the instrument panel compartment dampener arm is aligned properly to the dampener gear assembly 5 Squeeze the housing cover 1 t...

Page 217: ...ting out of Park 9 20 Parking over Things That Burn 9 20 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 21 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 21 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 22 Manual Mode 9 24 Tow Haul Mode 9 24 Drive Systems All Wheel Drive 9 25 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 9 26 Parking Brake 9 27 Brake Assist 9 27 Hill Start Assist HSA 9 28 Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electron...

Page 218: ... 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 demanding driving situations Use a hands free method to place or receive necessary phone calls Watch the road Do not read take notes or look up information on phones or other electronic devices Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions Become familia...

Page 219: ...h and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy Warning Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fatal collision if you drive after drinking Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking Ride home in a cab or if you are ...

Page 220: ... or driving slowly there may be a problem with the system You will still have power steering but steering will be stiffer than normal at slow speeds See your dealer for service Hydraulic Power Steering This vehicle has hydraulic power steering It may require maintenance See Power Steering Fluid on page 10 18 If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or there is a system malfunction...

Page 221: ... wheels are not rolling Steering or Cornering Skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force Acceleration Skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible If the vehicle starts to slide fol...

Page 222: ...owing or rushing water creates strong forces Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away If this happens you and other vehicle occupants could drown Do not ignore police warnings and be very cautious about trying to drive through flowing water Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous Water can build up under the vehicle s tires so they actually ride on the water This can...

Page 223: ...nce and could result in a loss of braking Shift the transmission to a lower gear to let the engine assist the brakes on a steep downhill slope Warning Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous This can cause overheating of the brakes and loss of steering Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear Stay in your own lane Do not swing wide or cut across the cente...

Page 224: ...rface of a curve or an overpass can remain icy when the surrounding roads are clear Avoid sudden steering maneuvers and braking while on ice Turn off cruise control on slippery surfaces Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby If possible use Roadside Assistance See Roadside Assistance Program on page 13 5 To get help and ...

Page 225: ... wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle turn the traction system off and use the rocking method See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 28 Warning If the vehicle s tires spin at high speed they can explode and you or others could be injured The vehicle can overheat causing an engine compart...

Page 226: ...arning Continued vehicle handles This could cause loss of control and a crash Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle Tire and Loading Information Label Example Label A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar B pillar The tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant seating positions 1 and the maximum vehicle capacity wei...

Page 227: ...re will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be tr...

Page 228: ...btract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label Label Example A vehicle specific C...

Page 229: ...s Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles This could cause loss of control and a crash Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle Caution Overloading the vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not overload the vehicle If you...

Page 230: ...perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines Do not drive at any one constant speed fast or slow for the first 805 km 500 mi Do not make full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 322 km 200 mi or so During this time the new brake linings are not yet broken in Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and ea...

Page 231: ...r If this happens move the steering wheel from right 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 the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not ...

Page 232: ...UN position with the engine off the battery could be drained You may not be able to start the vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time START This is the position that starts the engine When the engine starts release the key The ignition switch will return to ON RUN for driving Key Lock Release The vehicle has an electronic key lock release system This system is to ...

Page 233: ...oes not start and the key is held in START 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 running Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the ignition switch to the ACC ACCESSORY or LOCK OFF position Caution Cranking the engine for long periods of time by returning the ignition to the S...

Page 234: ...d 110 volt AC outlet Warning Plugging the cord into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock 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 use a heavy duty three prong extension cord rated for at least 15 amps 4 Before starting the engi...

Page 235: ...icle when the engine is running If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P Park See Shifting Into Park on page 9 19 If you are towing a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 46 If you h...

Page 236: ...k release is always functional except in the case of 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 68 for more information To shift out of P Park 1 Place the ignition in ON RUN 2 Apply the brake pedal 3 Press the shift lever button 4 Move the shift lev...

Page 237: ...ly repaired Continued Warning Continued There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it only with the windows completely down Have the vehicle repaired immediately Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed a...

Page 238: ... move the shift lever to P Park See Shifting Into Park on page 9 19 and Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 46 Make sure the shift lever is fully in P Park before starting the engine The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system With the ignition in ON RUN fully apply the regular brake then press the button on the back of the shift lever before shifting from P P...

Page 239: ...peed may damage the transmission The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting the vehicle D Drive This position is for normal driving It provides the best fuel economy If you need more power for passing and you are Going less than 56 km h 35 mph push the accelerator pedal about halfway down Going about 56 km h 35 mph or more...

Page 240: ...for more information The number displayed in the DIC is the highest gear that the transmission will be allowed to operate in This means that all gears below that number are available For example when 4 Fourth is shown next to the L 1 First through 4 Fourth gears are automatically shifted by the vehicle The transmission will not shift into 5 Fifth until the Plus button is used or you shift back int...

Page 241: ...e The system will automatically command downshifts to reduce vehicle speed until the brake pedal is no longer being pressed While in the Electronic Range Select ERS mode grade braking is deactivated allowing the driver to select a range and limiting the highest gear available Grade braking is available for normal driving and in Tow Haul mode See Automatic Transmission on page 9 22 Drive Systems Al...

Page 242: ...bout to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard As the brakes are applied the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly Remember ABS does not change the time needed to ...

Page 243: ... brake system warning light will be on and a chime will sound warning you that the parking brake is still on If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 46 Brake Assist This vehicle has a brake assist feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle speed in emergency driving conditions This feature automaticall...

Page 244: ...rol system These systems help limit wheel slip and assist the driver in maintaining control especially on slippery road conditions TCS activates if it senses that any of the drive wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction When this happens TCS applies the brakes to the spinning wheels and reduces engine power to limit wheel spin StabiliTrak activates when the vehicle senses a difference be...

Page 245: ...ehicle 2 Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds 3 Start the engine Drive the vehicle If d comes on and stays on the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the problem If the condition persists see your dealer Turning the Systems Off and On The button for TCS and StabiliTrak is on the center stack Caution Do not repeatedly brake or accelerate heavily when TCS is off The vehicle driveline could be ...

Page 246: ...ontrol is being used the cruise control will disengage See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control on page 9 28 If a collision alert occurs when cruise control is activated cruise control is disengaged See Forward Collision Alert FCA System on page 9 32 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again the cruise control can be turned on T On Off Press to turn cruise control on and off T...

Page 247: ...ntrol system is already activated Press and hold the RES button on the steering wheel until the desired speed is reached then release it To increase vehicle speed in small increments press the RES button briefly Each time this is done the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph faster Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated Press and hold the SET butto...

Page 248: ...r if the ignition is turned off Driver Assistance Systems Forward Collision Alert FCA System If equipped the FCA system may help to avoid or reduce the harm caused by front end crashes FCA provides a red flashing visual alert and beeps when approaching a vehicle directly ahead too quickly FCA also provides a visual alert if following another vehicle much too closely The forward looking FCA camera ...

Page 249: ...head if the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt snow Continued Warning Continued or ice or if the windshield is damaged It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads or in conditions that can limit visibility such as fog rain or snow or if the headlamps or windshield are not cleaned or in proper condition Keep the windshield headlamps and FCA sensors clean and in good repair Tailgating Aler...

Page 250: ...pear on the Driver Information Center DIC in the instrument cluster to provide information about FCA See Object Detection System Messages on page 5 36 Cleaning the System If the FCA system does not seem to operate properly clean the outside of the windshield area in front of the camera sensor before considering taking the vehicle in for service Ultrasonic Parking Assist If available the Ultrasonic...

Page 251: ... sensors are not clean Keep the vehicle s rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush For cleaning instructions see Exterior Care on page 10 75 The park assist sensors are covered by frost or ice Frost or ice can form around and behind the sensors and may not always be seen this can occur after washing the vehicle in cold weather The message may not clear until the frost or ice has melted A tr...

Page 252: ...proximately between 0 5 m 1 5 ft and 2 m 6 ft off the ground This zone starts at approximately the middle of the vehicle and goes back 5 m 16 ft How the System Works The SBZA symbol lights up in the side mirrors when the system detects a vehicle in the next lane over that is in the side blind zone This indicates it may be unsafe to change lanes Before making a lane change check the SBZA display ch...

Page 253: ...ardrails signs trees shrubs and other non moving objects This is normal system operation the vehicle does not need service SBZA may not operate when the SBZA sensors in the left or right corners of the rear bumper are covered with mud dirt snow ice or slush or in heavy rainstorms For cleaning instructions see Washing the Vehicle under Exterior Care on page 10 75 If the DIC still displays the SIDE ...

Page 254: ... infotainment system Shift into P Park Reach a vehicle speed of 8 km h 5 mph Symbols and Guidelines The RVC system may have a feature that lets the driver view caution symbols on the RVC screen while using the rear vision camera The Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system must not be disabled to use these symbols See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 34 The caution symbols appear when an obje...

Page 255: ...located above the license plate The area displayed by the camera is limited and does not display objects that are close to either corner or under the bumper The area displayed can vary depending on vehicle orientation or road conditions Displayed images may be farther or closer than they appear The following illustrations show the field of view that the camera provides 1 View displayed by the came...

Page 256: ... not warn if the turn signal is on in the departure direction or if a sharp maneuver is made Warning The LDW system is an aid to help the vehicle stay in the driving lane It does not steer the vehicle The LDW system may not Provide enough time to avoid a crash Detect lane markings under bad weather conditions or if the windshield is dirty Detect lane markings and will not detect road edges Warn th...

Page 257: ...may be blocked by dirt snow or ice The windshield may be damaged The weather may be limiting visibility This is normal operation the vehicle does not need service Clean the windshield Lane markings may not be detected on curves highway exit ramps or hills or due to poor visibility If the LDW camera system does not seem to operate properly cleaning the outside of the windshield in front of the came...

Page 258: ...ving or starting could be affected if the incorrect fuel is used Drive the vehicle with the engine running until the fuel is a half tank or less then refuel with the current seasonal fuel Prohibited Fuels Gasolines containing oxygenates such as ethers and ethanol as well as reformulated gasolines are available in some cities If these gasolines comply with the previously described specification the...

Page 259: ...mog check test See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 16 If this occurs return to your authorized dealer for diagnosis If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used repairs may not be covered by the vehicle warranty Fuels in Foreign Countries If planning to drive in countries outside the U S or Canada the proper fuel might be hard to find Check regional auto club or f...

Page 260: ...p then unscrew the cap all the way The fuel cap is behind a hinged fuel door on the driver side of the vehicle To open the fuel door push and release the rearward center edge of the door To remove the fuel cap turn it slowly counterclockwise The fuel cap has a spring in it if the cap is released too soon it will spring back to the right While refueling hang the tethered fuel cap from the hook on t...

Page 261: ...ction Indicator Lamp on page 5 16 Filling a Portable Fuel Container Warning Filling a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle can cause fuel vapors that can ignite either by static electricity or other means You or others could be badly burned and the vehicle could be damaged Always Use approved fuel containers Remove the container from the vehicle trunk or pickup bed before filling Pla...

Page 262: ... during the first 800 km 500 mi trailer towing do not drive over 80 km h 50 mph and do not make starts at full throttle The vehicle can tow in D Drive but M Manual Mode is recommended See Manual Mode on page 9 24 Use a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often Turn off Park Assist when towing Warning When towing a trailer exhaust gases may collect at the rear of the vehicle and enter if the ...

Page 263: ... without a trailer This can help to avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns Passing More passing distance is needed when towing a trailer Because the rig is longer it is necessary to go farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand To move the trailer to the left move your hand to the left To move ...

Page 264: ...ly after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades the vehicle could show signs similar to engine overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the transmission in P Park for a few minutes before turning the engine off If the overheat warning comes on see Engine Overheating on page 10 16 Parking on Hills Warning Parking the vehicle on a hill with th...

Page 265: ...emporarily overheat during severe operating conditions See Engine Overheating on page 10 16 Trailer Towing Three important considerations have to do with weight The weight of the trailer The weight of the trailer tongue The total weight on the vehicle s tires Weight of the Trailer How heavy can a trailer safely be Speed altitude road grades outside temperature special equipment and the amount of t...

Page 266: ...engers cargo equipment and conversions The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load 1 of any trailer is an important weight to measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle The Gross Vehicle Weight GVW includes the curb weight of the vehicle any cargo carried in it and the people...

Page 267: ...not exceeding any of these ratings is to weigh the vehicle and trailer Total Weight on the Vehicle s Tires Inflate the vehicle s tires to the upper limit for cold tires These numbers can be found on the Certification label or see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 for more information Do not go over the GVW limit for the vehicle or the GAWR including the weight of the trailer tongue If using a weigh...

Page 268: ...s A loaded trailer that weighs more than 450 kg 1 000 lbs needs to have its own brake system that is adequate for the weight of the trailer Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed adjusted and maintained properly Because the vehicle has antilock brakes do not try to tap into the vehicle s hydraulic brake system If you do both brake systems will not ...

Page 269: ...tric trailer brake controller are included with the vehicle as part of the trailer wiring package The instrument panel contains blunt cut wires above the parking brake assembly for the electric trailer brake controller The harness contains the following wires Red Black Power Supply White Brake Switch Signal Gray Illumination Dark Blue Trailer Brake Signal Black Ground The electric trailer brake co...

Page 270: ...Black plate 54 1 GMC Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 9 54 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES ...

Page 271: ... 21 Battery 10 22 All Wheel Drive 10 23 Starter Switch Check 10 23 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 23 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 23 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 24 Wiper Blade Replacement 10 24 Windshield Replacement 10 25 Headlamp Aiming Headlamp Aiming 10 26 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 10 26 LED Lighting 10 26 License Plate Lamp 10 26 Replac...

Page 272: ...ed service people Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Engine exhaust many parts and systems many fluids and some component wear by products contain and or emit these chemicals California Perchlorate...

Page 273: ...er technician Also see Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle on page 3 34 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work Warning It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper knowledge service manual tools or parts Always follow owner manual procedures and consult the service manual for your vehicle before doing any service work If doing some of your own service w...

Page 274: ...dary hood release to the right 3 After you have partially lifted the hood gas struts will automatically take over to lift and hold the hood in the fully open position Before closing the hood be sure all filler caps are on properly Pull the hood down to close Lower the hood until the lifting pressure of the strut is reduced Then allow the hood to fall and latch into place under its own weight Check...

Page 275: ...Black plate 5 1 GMC Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 Vehicle Care 10 5 Engine Compartment Overview ...

Page 276: ...d on page 10 18 7 Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 7 8 Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 7 9 Engine Cooling Fans Out of View See Cooling System on page 10 11 10 Engine Cover on page 10 6 11 Brake Fluid Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 10 20 12 Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir See Adding Washe...

Page 277: ...ccurate reading the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 5 for the location of the engine oil dipstick Obtaining an accurate oil level reading is essential 1 If the engine has been running recently turn off the engine and allow several minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan Checking the oil level too soon af...

Page 278: ...pends on both the proper oil specification and viscosity grade See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Specification Use and ask for licensed engine oils with the dexos1 approved certification mark Engine oils meeting the requirements for the vehicle should have the dexos1 approved certification mark This certification mark indicates that the oil has been approved to the dexos1 specifi...

Page 279: ...reams or bodies of water Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on a combination of factors which include engine revolutions engine temperature and miles driven Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change is ...

Page 280: ...vals listed in Maintenance Schedule on page 11 2 and be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Caution Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage the vehicle and the damage may not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 The transm...

Page 281: ...4 to reinstall the housing cover and reconnect the electrical connector to the sensor Warning Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires Use caution when working on the engine and do not drive with the air cleaner filter off Caution If the air cleaner filter is off...

Page 282: ...d require changing sooner Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always use DEX COOL silicate free coolant in the vehicle Engine Coolant The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX COOL engine coolant See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 2 and Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it...

Page 283: ...ids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash pouring it on the ground or into sewers streams or bodies of water Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center familiar with legal requirements regarding used coolant disposal This will help protect the environment and your health Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when che...

Page 284: ... vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged If recovery tank is empty check the coolant level in the radiator before adding coolant to the recovery tank or take the vehicle to the dealer for service See How to Add Coolant to the Radiator later in this section If coolant is needed add the proper DEX COOL ...

Page 285: ...system including the upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn If a hiss is heard wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left in the system 3 Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 4 Fill the radiator to the base of the filler neck with the proper DEX COOL coolant mixture 5 Fill the coolant recovery t...

Page 286: ...rheating The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating There is an engine coolant temperature gauge on the instrument panel cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5 12 The vehicle may also display an ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE and ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE message in the Driver Information Center DIC See Engine Cooling System Messages on page 5 34 You may de...

Page 287: ...g from the Engine Compartment If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard the problem may not be too serious Sometimes the engine can get a little too hot when the vehicle Climbs a long hill on a hot day Stops after high speed driving Idles for long periods in traffic Tows a trailer If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam 1 Turn the air condition...

Page 288: ...mode should be avoided Caution After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode the engine oil will be severely degraded Any repairs performed before the engine is cool may cause engine damage Allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair Repair the cause of coolant loss change the oil and reset the oil life system See Engine Oil on page 10 7 Power Steering Fluid The power ...

Page 289: ... fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Washer Fluid What to Use When adding windshield washer fluid be sure to read the manufacturer s instructions before use If the vehicle will be operating in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing Adding Washer Fluid When the windshield washer fluid reservoir is...

Page 290: ...n out brake pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes Properly torqued wheel nuts are necessary to help prevent brake pulsation When tires are rotated inspect brake pads for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence t...

Page 291: ...ack up A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic system can also cause a low fluid level Have the brake hydraulic system fixed since a leak means that sooner or later the brakes will not work well Do not top off the brake fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove brake fluid as ne...

Page 292: ...vehicle s painted surfaces the paint finish can be damaged Be careful not to spill brake fluid on the vehicle If you do wash it off immediately Battery Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery is needed Warning Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reprod...

Page 293: ...other position contact your dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check Warning When you are doing this inspection the vehicle could move suddenly If the vehicle moves you or others could be injured 1 Before starting this check be sure there is enough room around the vehicle It should be parked on a level surface 2 Apply the parking brake Be ready to apply the regul...

Page 294: ...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 brake only To check the P Park mechanism s holding ability With the engine running shift to P Park Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake Contact your dealer if service is required Wiper Blade Replacement Front Wiper Bl...

Page 295: ...e To replace the rear wiper blade 1 Pull the wiper blade assembly away from the backglass The rear wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position so care should be used when pulling it away from the vehicle 2 Push the release lever 2 to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm 1 out of the blade assembly 3 3 Push the new blade assembly securely in the wiper arm hook until the release lever clic...

Page 296: ...ment Bulbs on page 10 27 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer LED Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps For replacement of any LED lighting assembly contact your dealer License Plate Lamp To replace one of these bulbs 1 Remove the two push pins holding each of the license plate lamps to the liftgate trim by unscrewing them 2 Turn and pull the license...

Page 297: ...r wiring has orange covering Do not probe tamper with cut or modify high voltage cable or wiring Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload When the current electrical load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed This greatly ...

Page 298: ...o get it fixed Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in your 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 problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of th...

Page 299: ...ot be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch ABS MTR Antilock Brake System ABS Motor AFS Adaptive Forward Lighting System AIRBAG Airbag System AUX POWER Auxiliary Power AUX VAC PUMP Auxiliary Vacuum Pump AWD All Wheel Drive System BATT 1 Battery 1 BATT 2 Battery 2 BATT 3 Battery 3 CIGAR LIGHTER Cigarette Lighter ...

Page 300: ...and Air Conditioning Blower LT HI BEAM Left High Beam Headlamp LT LO BEAM Left Low Beam Headlamp LT PRK Left Parking Lamp LT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal ODD COILS Odd Injector Coils PCM IGN Powertrain Control Module Ignition PWR L GATE Power Liftgate PWR OUTLET Power Outlet RR APO Rear Accessory Power Outlet RR DEFOG Rear Defogger Fuses Usage RR HVAC Rear Climate Control Sy...

Page 301: ...ch AUX VAC PUMP Auxiliary Vacuum Pump CRNK Switched Power FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1 FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2 Relays Usage FAN 3 Cooling Fan 3 FOG LAMP Fog Lamps GMC HI BEAM High Beam Headlamps HID LO BEAM High Intensity Discharge HID Low Beam Headlamps HORN Horn IGN Ignition Main LT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp PRK LAMP Parking Lamp PWR TRN Powertrain RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger...

Page 302: ...may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage A C CLTCH Air Conditioning Clutch ABS MTR Antilock Brake System ABS Motor AIRBAG Airbag System AUX POWER Auxiliary Power AUX VAC PUMP Auxiliary Vacuum Pump AWD All Wheel Drive System BATT 1 Battery 1 BATT 2 Battery 2 BATT 3 Battery 3 CIGAR LIGHTER Cigarette Lighter ECM 1 Engine Control Module 1 ...

Page 303: ...Left Daytime Running Lamp LT PRK Left Parking Lamp LT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal ODD COILS Odd Injector Coils PCM IGN Powertrain Control Module Ignition PWR L GATE Power Liftgate PWR OUTLET Power Outlet RR APO Rear Accessory Power Outlet RR DEFOG Rear Defogger RR HVAC Rear Climate Control System RT HI BEAM Right Hi Beam Headlamp Fuses Usage RT PRK Right Parking Lamp RT TRL...

Page 304: ...ytime Running Lamp HI BEAM High Beam Headlamps LT DRL Left Daytime Running Lamp HORN Horn Relays Usage IGN Ignition Main LT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Left Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp PRK LAMP Parking Lamp PWR TRN Powertrain RR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger RT TRLR STOP TRN Trailer Right Stoplamp and Turn Signal Lamp FOG LAMPS Fog Lamps TRLR BCK UP Trailer Back up Lamps WPR Windshield Wiper WPR HI Winds...

Page 305: ...P Amplifier BCK UP STOP Back up Lamp Stoplamp BCM Body Control Module CNSTR VENT Canister Vent CTSY Courtesy Lamps DR LCK Door Locks Fuses Usage DRL LO BEAM Daytime Running Lamps Relay Low Beam Headlamps Relay DSPLY Display FRT WSW Front Windshield Washer HTD COOL SEAT Heated Cooling Seats HVAC Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning INADV PWR INT LAMPS Inadvertent Power Interior Light Pipe Lamps...

Page 306: ... Wiper RT TRN SIG Passenger Side Turn Signal STR WHL ILLUM Steering Wheel Illumination USB CHRG USB Charging Relay Side Relays Usage LT PWR SEAT Driver Side Power Seat Relay RT PWR SEAT Passenger Side Power Seat Relay PWR WNDW Power Windows Relay PWR COLUMN Power Steering Column Relay L GATE Liftgate Relay LCK Power Lock Relay REAR WSW Rear Window Washer Relay UNLCK Power Unlock Relay DRL LO BEAM ...

Page 307: ...onal information refer to the tire manufacturer Warning Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout Continued Warning Continued and a serious crash See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious...

Page 308: ... equipment all season tires can be identified by the last two characters of this TPC code which will be MS Consider installing winter tires on the vehicle if frequent driving on snow or ice covered roads is expected All season tires provide adequate performance for most winter driving conditions but they may not offer the same level of traction or performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered...

Page 309: ...ow or ice covered roads is expected See Winter Tires on page 10 38 Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall The examples show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall Passenger P Metric Tire Example 1 Tire Size The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire s width height aspect ratio constr...

Page 310: ...ctors treadwear traction and temperature resistance For more information see Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 10 54 7 Maximum Cold Inflation Load Limit Maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load Compact Spare Tire Example 1 Tire Ply Material The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread 2 Temporary Use Only The compact spare...

Page 311: ... molded onto the sidewall GM s TPC specifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines Tire Designations Tire Size The following is an example of a typical passenger vehicle tire size 1 Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U S Ti...

Page 312: ...ords between the plies and the tread Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in kPa kilop...

Page 313: ...d Rating The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg 150 lb See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 Occupant Distribution Designated seatin...

Page 314: ...ains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10 51 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 10 54 Vehicle Ca...

Page 315: ... vehicle handling and ride comfort Never load the vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry When to Check Check the tires once a month or more Do not forget the compact spare if the vehicle has one The cold compact spare tire pressure should be at 420 kPa 60 psi See Compact Spare Tire on page 10 67 How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gauge to check tire pressure Proper tire in...

Page 316: ... stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is t...

Page 317: ...label See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 10 A message to check the pressure in a specific tire displays in the Driver Information Center DIC The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure Using the DIC tire pressure levels can be viewed For additional information and details about the DIC ...

Page 318: ...PMS sensor The malfunction light and DIC message should go off after the road tire is replaced and the sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section The TPMS sensor matching process was not done or not completed successfully after rotating the tires The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off after successfully completing the s...

Page 319: ...tlined below 1 Set the parking brake 2 Turn the ignition to ON RUN with the engine off 3 Press the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter s Q and K buttons at the same time for approximately five seconds The horn sounds twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the DIC screen 4 Start with the driver side front tire 5 Place the relearn tool against t...

Page 320: ...he tire has a puncture cut or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage Tire Rotation Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km 7 500 mi See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 2 Tires are rotated to achieve a uniform wear for all tires The first rotation is the most important Anytime unusual wear is noticed rotate the tires as soon as possible check for pro...

Page 321: ... rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or a paper towel can be used however use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build up Do not get grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or on the wheel ...

Page 322: ...er Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may result in vibrations while driving When storing a vehicle for at least a month remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle The original equipment tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance ...

Page 323: ...ued Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires Warning Mixing tires of different sizes brands or types may cause loss of control of the vehicle resulting in a crash or other vehicle damage Use the correct size brand and type of tires on all wheels Warning Using bias ply tires on the vehicle may cause the wheel rim flanges to develop cracks after many mile...

Page 324: ...ble level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for the vehicle and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician See Buying New Tires on page 10 52 and Accessories and Modifications on page 10 2 Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality gr...

Page 325: ...m the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction perform...

Page 326: ...the vehicle is vibrating when driving on a smooth road the tires and wheels may need to be rebalanced See your dealer for proper diagnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced If the wheel leaks air replace it Some aluminum wheels can be repaired See your dealer i...

Page 327: ...road conditions Follow that manufacturer s instructions To avoid vehicle damage drive slow and readjust or remove the traction device if it contacts the vehicle Do not spin the wheels If traction devices are used install them on the front tires If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving especially if the tires are maintained properly See Tires on page 10 37 If air goes ...

Page 328: ...ers could be badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off the jack If a jack is provided with the vehicle only use it for changing a flat tire If a tire goes flat avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place well off the road if possible Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6 3 Warning Changing a tire can be dangerous The vehicle can...

Page 329: ...driver side at the rear of the vehicle 1 Tool Bag 2 Wing Bolt 3 Jack 1 Open the jack storage compartment by pulling on the latch tab located toward the rear of the vehicle and pulling the cover off 2 Remove the wing bolt 2 by turning it counterclockwise 3 Push the jack 3 up out of the holding bracket and remove the tool bag 1 4 Turn the jack on its side with the bottom facing toward you 5 Pull the...

Page 330: ...t 3 that is located through the hole of the storage compartment 3 Attach the wrench 2 into the hoist shaft 4 4 Turn the wrench 2 counterclockwise to lower the spare tire 5 to the ground Continue turning the wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle 5 Tilt the retainer and slip it through the wheel opening to remove the spare tire from the cable 6 Turn the wrench clockwis...

Page 331: ...tore the wheel cover securely in the rear of the vehicle until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced If the vehicle has aluminum wheels remove the wheel nut caps using the wheel wrench 3 Loosen the wheel nuts but do not remove them using the wrench For wheels with a wheel lock key use the wheel lock key between the lock nut and wrench The key is supplied in the front passenger door pocket Ca...

Page 332: ...ck and turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack head 7 6 cm 3 in 6 Do not raise the vehicle yet Put the compact spare tire near you Warning Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Warning Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positi...

Page 333: ...grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could fall off causing a crash 10 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 11 Place the spare tire on the wheel mounting surface 12 Put the nuts on by hand by turning them clockwise until the wheel is held against the mounting surface Make sure the rounded end is toward the wheel 13 ...

Page 334: ...re the cover or the spare could be damaged Storing the Spare Tire Warning The underbody mounted spare tire needs to be stored with the valve stem pointing down If the spare tire is stored with the valve stem pointing upwards the secondary latch will not work properly and the spare tire could loosen and suddenly fall from the vehicle If this happened when Continued Warning Continued the vehicle was...

Page 335: ...s toward the rear of the vehicle This position helps when checking the air pressure in the compact spare tire 5 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle Continue turning the wrench until you feel more than two clicks This indicates that the compact spare tire is secure and the cable is tight The spare tire hoist cannot be overtightened 6 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push ...

Page 336: ...de portion of the liftgate hinges 2 6 Hook the other end of the cable onto the outside portion of the liftgate hinge on the other side of the vehicle 7 Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure 8 Make sure the metal tube is centered at the striker Push the tube toward the front of the vehicle 9 Close the liftgate and make sure it is latched properly Storing the Tools 1 Tool Bag 2 Wing Bolt 3 Jac...

Page 337: ...t spare tire at a time If this vehicle has a compact spare tire it was fully inflated when new however it can lose air over time Check the inflation pressure regularly It should be 420 kPa 60 psi Stop as soon as possible and check that the spare tire is correctly inflated after being installed on the vehicle The compact spare tire is designed for temporary use only The vehicle will perform differe...

Page 338: ...n page 10 22 If the vehicle battery has run down you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely Warning Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps e...

Page 339: ...icle warranty Whenever possible turn off or unplug all accessories on either vehicle when jump starting 3 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the radio 4 Open the hoods and loca...

Page 340: ...damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too An...

Page 341: ...er end of the negative cable to the remote negative terminal of the dead battery Your vehicle has a remote negative terminal for this purpose 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not start after a few tries it probably needs service Caution If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the ...

Page 342: ...w the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes such as behind a motor home see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as behind a motor home The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as dinghy towing and dolly towing Dinghy towing is towing the vehicl...

Page 343: ...all the fuse to start the vehicle To tow the vehicle from the front with all four wheels on the ground 1 Position the vehicle to be towed shift the transmission to P Park and turn the ignition to LOCK OFF 2 Secure the vehicle to the towing vehicle 3 Set the parking brake 4 Turn the ignition to ACC ACCESSORY 5 Shift the transmission to N Neutral 6 To prevent the battery from draining while the vehi...

Page 344: ... tow a vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground if one of the front tires is a compact spare tire Towing with two Continued Caution Continued different tire sizes on the front of the vehicle can cause severe damage to the transmission Dolly Towing All Wheel Drive Vehicles All wheel drive vehicles must not be towed with two wheels on the ground To properly tow these vehicles they should be...

Page 345: ... covered by the vehicle warranty Never have the vehicle towed from the rear Do not tow the vehicle from the rear Appearance Care Exterior Care Locks Locks are lubricated at the factory Use a de icing agent only when absolutely necessary and have the locks greased after using See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Washing the Vehicle To preserve the vehicle s finish wash it often and o...

Page 346: ...ll before washing and after to remove all cleaning agents completely If they are allowed to dry on the surface they could stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting Finish Care Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant wax materials is not recommended If painted surfaces are damaged see your dealer to have the damage asses...

Page 347: ...d for aluminum Some cleaners are highly acidic or contain alkaline substances and can damage the moldings Always dilute a concentrated cleaner according to the manufacturer s instructions Do not use chrome cleaners Do not use cleaners that are not intended for automotive use Use a nonabrasive wax on the vehicle after washing to protect and extend the molding finish Cleaning Exterior Lamps Lenses E...

Page 348: ... a lint free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid or a mild detergent Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades Bugs road grime sap and a buildup of vehicle wash wax treatments may cause wiper streaking Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged Damage can be caused by extreme dusty conditions sand salt heat sun snow and ice Weatherstrips Apply Dielectri...

Page 349: ...r wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes Damage could occur and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Steering Suspension and Chassis Components Visually inspect steering suspension and chassis components for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear at least once a year Inspect the power steering for proper hook up binding leaks cracks chafing etc Visually ...

Page 350: ...nently transfer color to the vehicle s interior Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from knobs and crevices on the instrument cluster Using a mild soap solution immediately remove hand lotions sunscreen and insect repellent from all interior surfaces or permanent damage may result Your dealer may have products for cleaning the interior Use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being ...

Page 351: ... never use abrasive cleaners on automotive glass Abrasive cleaners or aggressive cleaning may damage the rear window defogger Cleaning the windshield with water during the first three to six months of ownership will reduce tendency to fog Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speaker cover gently so that the speaker will not be damaged Clean spots with just water and mild soap Coated Moldings Coated mold...

Page 352: ...ercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter If ring formation occurs clean the entire fabric or carpet Following the cleaning process a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle Information and Radio Displays For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or vehicle displays use a microfiber cloth to wipe surfaces Before wiping the surface with the microfiber clo...

Page 353: ...y cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces If an air freshener comes in contact with any plastic or painted surface in the vehicle blot immediately and clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Damage caused by air fresheners would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Cargo Cover and Convenience Net Wash with warm water and mild detergent Do not use chlorine bleac...

Page 354: ...p of the driver side floor mat Use only a single floor mat on the driver side Do not place one floor mat on top of another Button Retainer Some vehicles have floor mats with a button type retainer Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat 1 Pull up on the rear of the mat to unlock and remove 2 Reinstall the floor mat by lining up the floor mat openings over the carpet retainers and snapping into positi...

Page 355: ...calizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 Vehicle Care 10 85 4 Turn the knob until it is perpendicular to the slot in the grommet to lock the mat in place 5 Make sure the floor mat is properly secured and verify that it does not interfere with the pedals ...

Page 356: ...Black plate 86 1 GMC Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 10 86 Vehicle Care 2 NOTES ...

Page 357: ...ler has trained technicians who can perform required maintenance using genuine replacement parts They have up to date tools and equipment for fast and accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with service needs Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair serv...

Page 358: ...are Mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain Frequently towing a trailer Used for high speed or competitive driving Used for taxi police or delivery service Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe chart Warning Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause serious injury Perform ma...

Page 359: ...s See Tire Rotation on page 10 50 Check engine oil level and oil life percentage If needed change engine oil and filter and reset oil life system See Engine Oil on page 10 7 and Engine Oil Life System on page 10 9 Check engine coolant level See Engine Coolant on page 10 12 Check windshield washer fluid level See Washer Fluid on page 10 19 Visually inspect windshield wiper blades for wear cracking ...

Page 360: ...n Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10 23 Check ignition transmission lock See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10 23 Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check on page 10 24 Check accelerator pedal for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear cracks or other damage Chec...

Page 361: ...00 mi 168 000 km 105 000 mi 180 000 km 112 500 mi 192 000 km 120 000 mi 204 000 km 127 500 mi 216 000 km 135 000 mi 228 000 km 142 500 mi 240 000 km 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filt...

Page 362: ...is a reduction in air flow excessive window fogging or odors 2 Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook up routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first 4 Do not 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 and s...

Page 363: ...00 mi 168 000 km 105 000 mi 180 000 km 112 500 mi 192 000 km 120 000 mi 204 000 km 127 500 mi 216 000 km 135 000 mi 228 000 km 142 500 mi 240 000 km 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filt...

Page 364: ...proper hook up routing and condition 3 Or every four years whichever comes first 4 Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and should be replaced 5 Or every five years whichever comes first See Cooling System on page 10 11 6 Or every 10...

Page 365: ...gnostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion free Belts Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show signs of cracking or splitting Trained dealer technicians have access to tools and equipment to inspect the belts and recommend adjustment or replacement when necessary Brakes Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial to safe driving Signs of brake...

Page 366: ...need to be properly inflated rotated and balanced Maintaining the tires can save money and fuel and can reduce the risk of tire failure Signs that the tires need to be replaced include three or more visible treadwear indicators cord or fabric showing through the rubber cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall or a bulge or split in the tire Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the r...

Page 367: ... and clear Signs of damage include scratches cracks and chips Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in good condition to provide a clear view Signs of wear include streaking skipping across the windshield and worn or split rubber Trained dealer technicians can check the wiper blades and...

Page 368: ...rinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 12 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 19299818 in Canada 19299819 Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements Hydraulic Power Steering System DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic Transmission F...

Page 369: ...t No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant GM Part No 3634770 in Canada 10953518 or Dielectric Silicone Grease GM Part No 12345579 in Canada 10953481 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15278634 A...

Page 370: ...rc 8 15 13 11 14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 371: ...Black plate 15 1 GMC Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 Service and Maintenance 11 15 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 372: ...Black plate 16 1 GMC Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 11 16 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed ...

Page 373: ...e It can be seen through the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 fo...

Page 374: ...mation Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 11 3 L 11 9 qt Engine Oil with Filter 5 7 L 6 0 qt Fuel Tank 83 3 L 22 0 gal Transfer Case Fluid 1 0 L 1 0 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft All capacities are appr...

Page 375: ... Acadia Denali Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 Technical Data 12 3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 3 6L V6 Engine D Automatic 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 0 043 in ...

Page 376: ...Black plate 4 1 GMC Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing ...

Page 377: ...s 13 13 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 13 Event Data Recorders 13 14 OnStar 13 14 Infotainment System 13 15 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 13 15 Radio Frequency Statement 13 15 Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to GMC Normally any concerns with the sales transaction or ...

Page 378: ...th the new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court program administered by the Council of Better Business Bureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehicle repairs or the interpretation...

Page 379: ...oximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call toll free 1 800 207 0685 or call the General Motors Customer Care Centre 1 800 263 3777 English 1 800 263 7854 French or write to Mediation Arb...

Page 380: ...ence U S my gmc com The GMC online owner experience is a one stop 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 to videos G Maintenance Information View maintenance schedules required alerts OnStar onboard vehicle diagnostic information and schedu...

Page 381: ...available to qualified applicants 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 offer visit www gmmobility com or call the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1 800 323 9935 Text Telephone TTY users call 1 800 833 9935 General Motors of Canada also has a ...

Page 382: ... Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station Lock Out Service Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out A remote unlock may be available if you have OnStar For security reasons the driver must present identification before this service is given Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway Tow to the nearest GMC dealer for warranty service or...

Page 383: ...give permission to get local emergency road service You will receive payment up to 100 after sending the original receipt to Roadside Assistance Mechanical failures may be covered however any cost for parts and labor for repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner responsibility Scheduling Service Appointments When the vehicle requires warranty service contact your dealer and request an appo...

Page 384: ...tation or Fuel Reimbursement If the vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs and public transportation is used instead of your dealer s shuttle service the expense must be supported by original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount allowed by GM for shuttle service In addition for U S customers should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative limited reimbursement for ...

Page 385: ... the vehicle s designed appearance durability and safety are preserved The use of Genuine GM parts can help maintain the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty Recycled original equipment parts may also be used for repair These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior crashes In most cases the parts being recycled are from undamaged sections of the vehicle A recycled orig...

Page 386: ...to have insurance that ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read the lease carefully as you may be charged at the end of the lease for poor quality repairs If a Crash Occurs If there has been an injury call emergency services for help Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have been taken care of Move the v...

Page 387: ...y the full cost If another party s insurance company is paying for the repairs you are not obligated to accept a repair valuation based on that insurance company s collision policy repair limits as you have no contractual limits with that company In such cases you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as the cost stays within reasonable limits Service Publications Ordering Infor...

Page 388: ...s Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying General Motors If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that...

Page 389: ...232 5172 In Canada call 1 800 263 3777 English or 1 800 263 7854 French or write General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Care Centre Mail Code CA1 163 005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa Ontario L1H 8P7 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy The vehicle has a number of computers that record information about the vehicle s performance and how it is driven For example the vehicle uses computer modules t...

Page 390: ...nd crash location are recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equipment is required and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed In addition to the vehicle manufacturer other parties such as law enforcement that have the sp...

Page 391: ...onnection with conveniences such as Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitters for remote door locking unlocking and starting and in vehicle transmitters for garage door openers RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use or record personal information or link with any other GM system containing personal information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency th...

Page 392: ...Black plate 16 1 GMC Acadia Acadia Denali Owner Manual GMNA Localizing U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 13 16 Customer Information 2 NOTES ...

Page 393: ...stem status light is next to the OnStar buttons If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Press Q or call 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Press to Make a call end a call or answer an incoming call Give OnStar Hands Free Calling voice commands Give OnStar Turn by Turn Navigation voice commands Requires the available Dire...

Page 394: ...ency personnel The Advisor is also trained to offer critical assistance in emergency situations Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if equipped OnStar can unlock the vehicle doors remotely if equipped with automatic door locks and can help police locate the vehicle if it is stolen Navigation OnStar navigation requires the D...

Page 395: ...ion then responds with OnStar ready then a tone Other Navigation Services Available from OnStar OnStar eNav Allows subscribers to send destinations from MapQuest com to their Turn by Turn Navigation or screen based navigation system When ready the directions will be downloaded to the vehicle Destination Download Press Q then request the Advisor to download directions to the navigation system in th...

Page 396: ...ncy 1 Press System responds OnStar ready followed by a tone 2 Say Call System responds Please say the name or number to call 3 Say 911 without pausing System responds 911 4 Say Call System responds OK dialing 911 Retrieve My Number 1 Press System responds OnStar ready 2 Say My number System responds Your OnStar Hands Free Calling number is then says the number End a Call Press System responds Call...

Page 397: ... has changed OnStar may send a voice message to the vehicle requesting updated account information Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Press Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as possible after acquiring the vehicle The Advisor will update vehicle records and will explain the OnStar service offers and options available How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response Emergency...

Page 398: ...on or jamming See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 15 Services for People with Disabilities Advisors provide services to help subscribers with physical disabilities 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 hospital or pharmacy in urgent situ...

Page 399: ...ea with very dense trees If GPS signals are not available the OnStar system should still operate to call OnStar However OnStar could have difficulty identifying the exact location In emergency situations OnStar can use the last stored GPS location to send to emergency responders A temporary loss of GPS can cause loss of the ability to send a Turn by Turn Navigation route The Advisor may give a ver...

Page 400: ...ith this software libcurl COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION NOTICE Copyright c 1996 2010 Daniel Stenberg daniel haxx se All rights reserved Permission to use copy modify and distribute this software for any purpose with or without fee is hereby granted provided that the above copyright notice and this permission notice appear in all copies THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED AS IS WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND EXPRESS...

Page 401: ...cluding commercial applications and to alter it and redistribute it freely subject to the following restrictions 1 Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice definition disclaimer and this list of conditions 2 Redistributions in binary form compiled executables must reproduce the above copyright notice definition disclaimer and this list of conditions in documentation an...

Page 402: ... U S Canada Mexico 6014315 2014 crc 8 15 13 14 10 OnStar Zip Bugs or Info ZIP e mail addresses or of the Info ZIP URL s 4 Info ZIP retains the right to use the names Info ZIP Zip UnZip UnZipSFX WiZ Pocket UnZip Pocket Zip and MacZip for its own source and binary releases ...

Page 403: ...here Are the Airbags 3 25 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 34 Passenger Status Indicator 5 15 Readiness Light 5 14 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 34 System Check 3 23 Alarm Vehicle Security 2 11 Alert Side Blind Zone SBZA 9 35 All Wheel Drive 9 25 10 23 AM FM Radio 7 6 Antenna Multi band 7 11 Antilock Brake System ABS 9 26 Warning Light 5 19 Appearance Care Exterior 10 75 Interior 1...

Page 404: ...quirements 9 43 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 2 Warning 10 2 Camera Rear Vision RVC 9 37 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Specifications 12 2 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 9 21 Liftgate 2 8 Winter Driving 9 7 Cargo Cover 4 3 Management System 4 3 Tie Downs 4 3 Cautions Danger and Warnings iv CD Player 7 12 Center Console Storage 4 2 Chains Tire 10 57 Charging System Light 5 15 C...

Page 405: ...3 Text Telephone TTY Users 13 4 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 11 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 D Damage Repair Collision 13 9 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Data Recorders Event 13 14 Daytime Running Lamps Automatic Headlamp System 6 2 Defensive Driving 9 3 Delayed Entry Lighting 6 6 Delayed Exit Lighting 6 7 Delayed Headlamps 6 3 Delayed Locking 2 7 Dev...

Page 406: ...perature Gauge 5 12 Coolant Temperature Warning Light 5 21 Cooling System 10 11 Cooling System Messages 5 34 Cover 10 6 Drive Belt Routing 12 4 Exhaust 9 21 Heater 9 18 Oil Life System 10 9 Oil Messages 5 35 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 10 18 Overheating 10 16 Power Messages 5 35 Pressure Light 5 21 Running While Parked 9 21 Starting 9 16 Entry Lighting 6 6 Equipment Towing 9 51 Event Data...

Page 407: ...ine Specifications 9 43 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 5 12 Fuel 5 11 Odometer 5 11 Speedometer 5 11 Tachometer 5 11 Voltmeter 5 13 Warning Lights and Indicators 5 9 General Information Service and Maintenance 11 1 Towing 9 46 Vehicle Care 10 2 Glove Box 4 1 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 13 5 H Hazard Warning Flashers 6 3 Head Restraints 3 2 Head up Display 5 28 Headlamps Aiming 10 26 Bulb ...

Page 408: ...ry Remote RKE System 2 2 Keys 2 1 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 10 39 Lamps Courtesy 6 5 Dome 6 5 Exterior Controls 6 1 License Plate 10 26 Malfunction Indicator 5 16 Messages 5 36 Reading 6 6 Lane Departure Warning LDW 9 40 Lane Departure Warning Light 5 20 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 16 LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash 3 51 LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 3 44 LED Lighting 10 26 Liftga...

Page 409: ...dule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 12 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 16 Manual Mode 9 24 Memory Features 1 8 Memory Seats 3 6 Messages Airbag System 5 38 Battery Voltage and Charging 5 32 Brake System 5 33 Door Ajar 5 33 Engine Cooling System 5 34 Engine Oil 5 35 Engine Power 5 35 Fuel System 5 35 Key and Lock 5 36 Lamp 5 36 Object Detection System 5 36 Ride Control System 5 38 Security 5 39 ...

Page 410: ...tion 14 2 OnStar Overview 14 1 OnStar Security 14 2 Operation Infotainment System 7 3 Ordering Service Publications 13 11 Outlets Power 5 7 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 10 18 Overheating Engine 10 16 Overview Infotainment System 7 3 P Parade Dimming 6 7 Park Shifting Into 9 19 Shifting Out of 9 20 Tilt Mirrors 2 17 Parking Brake 9 27 Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 24 Over Thing...

Page 411: ...ar Vision Camera RVC 9 37 Rear Window Washer Wiper 5 4 Rearview Mirrors 2 18 Automatic Dimming 2 18 Reclining Seatbacks 3 5 Recommended Fuel 9 42 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 12 Records Maintenance 11 14 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 72 Reimbursement Program GM Mobility 13 5 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 2 2 Remote Vehicle Start 2 4 Replacement Bulbs 10 27 Replacement Parts Airbags 3 36...

Page 412: ...ront 3 4 Rear 3 9 Reclining Seatbacks 3 5 Third Row Seat 3 11 Securing Child Restraints 3 51 3 53 Security Light 5 22 Messages 5 39 OnStar 14 2 Vehicle 2 11 Vehicle Alarm 2 11 Service Accessories and Modifications 10 2 Doing Your Own Work 10 3 Engine Soon Light 5 16 Maintenance Records 11 14 Maintenance General Information 11 1 Parts Identification Label 12 1 Publications Ordering Information 13 1...

Page 413: ...me 5 6 Tires Buying New Tires 10 52 Chains 10 57 Changing 10 59 Compact Spare 10 67 Designations 10 41 Different Size 10 54 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 57 Inflation Monitor System 10 47 Inspection 10 50 Messages 5 39 Pressure Light 5 21 Pressure Monitor System 10 46 Rotation 10 50 Sidewall Labeling 10 39 Terminology and Definitions 10 42 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 54 Tires cont d Wheel Alignment a...

Page 414: ... 2 11 Speed Messages 5 41 Towing 10 72 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 5 20 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure 10 44 Ventilation Air 8 11 Visors 2 20 Voltage Devices and Wiring 10 27 Voltmeter Gauge 5 13 W Warning Brake System Light 5 18 Lane Departure LDW 9 40 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 9 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 3 Washer Fluid 10 19 Messages 5 41 Wheels Alignment and Tire...

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