GMC Terrain/Terrain Denali Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-
13556232) - 2020 - CRC - 5/13/19
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Driving and Operating
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Environmental Concerns
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Always use established trails,
roads, and areas that have been
set aside for public off-road
recreational driving and obey all
posted regulations.
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Do not damage shrubs, flowers,
trees, or grasses or disturb
wildlife.
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Do not park over things that
burn. See
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Driving on Hills
Driving safely on hills requires good
judgment and an understanding of
what the vehicle can and cannot do.
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Warning
Many hills are simply too steep
for any vehicle. Driving up hills
can cause the vehicle to stall.
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Warning (Continued)
Driving down hills can cause loss
of control. Driving across hills can
cause a rollover. You could be
injured or killed. Do not drive on
steep hills.
Before driving on a hill, assess the
steepness, traction, and
obstructions. If the terrain ahead
cannot be seen, get out of the
vehicle and walk the hill before
driving further.
When driving on hills:
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Use a low gear and keep a firm
grip on the steering wheel.
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Maintain a slow speed.
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When possible, drive straight up
or down the hill.
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Slow down when approaching
the top of the hill.
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Use headlamps even during the
day to make the vehicle more
visible.
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Warning
Driving to the top of a hill at high
speed can cause a crash. There
could be a drop-off, embankment,
cliff, or even another vehicle. You
could be seriously injured or
killed. As you near the top of a
hill, slow down and stay alert.
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Never go downhill forward or
backward with the transmission
in N (Neutral). The brakes could
overheat and you could lose
control.
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When driving down a hill, keep
the vehicle headed straight
down. Use a low gear because
the engine will work with the
brakes to slow the vehicle and
help keep the vehicle under
control.
