Gmc 2007 Acadia Manual de usuario

Seats and Restraint Systems... 7Front Seats... 9Rear Seats...

Driver Seat Height AdjusterIf your vehicle has a manual driver seat heightadjuster, it is located on the outboard side of theseat. See Manual Seats on

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System OperationThe Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitterfunctions will work up to 195 feet (60 m) away.However, the operat

" (Unlock): Press the unlock button to unlock thedriver’s door. If the button is pressed again withinfive seconds, all remaining doors will unlock

Battery ReplacementUnder normal use, the battery in the RKEtransmitter should last about four years.The battery is weak if the transmitter will not wo

4. Snap the front and the back of the transmittertogether.5. Test the operation of the transmitter with thevehicle.Remote Vehicle StartYour vehicle ma

/(Remote Start): This button will be on theRKE transmitter if you have remote start.To start the vehicle using the remote start feature,do the followi

Once two remote starts, or a single remote startwith one time extension has been done, thevehicle must be started with the key.After the key is remove

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers, especially children, caneasily open the doors and fall out of amoving

Power Door LocksThe power door lock switches are located on thearmrest on the front doors.K (Unlock): Press the side of the switch withthe unlock symb

Rear Door Security LocksYour vehicle has rear door security locks. Theseprevent passengers from opening the reardoors from the inside.The rear door se

Liftgate{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with theliftgate open because carbon monoxide(CO) gas can come into your vehicle. Youcannot see or smell

Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding thecontrol forward or rearward.Your vehicle may have additional features toadjust your vehicle’s power se

The liftgate has an electric latch. If the battery isdisconnected or has low voltage, the liftgatewill not open. The liftgate will resume operationwhe

The taillamps will flash and a chime will soundwhen the power liftgate is used.{CAUTION:You or others could be injured if caught inthe path of the powe

The liftgate can also be closed by pressing thepower liftgate button next to the liftgate latch. Pressthe button a second time during liftgate operati

Your vehicle has pinch sensors located on theside edges of the liftgate. If an object is caughtbetween the liftgate and the body and pressesagainst th

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or petsin a vehicle with the windows closed isdangerous. They can be overcome by theextreme heat an

Power Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or petsin a vehicle with the windows closed isdangerous. They can be overcome fromextreme hea

The power windowcontrols are located oneach of the side doors.The driver’s door also has switches that controlthe passenger and rear windows. The powe

Programming the Power WindowsIf the battery one your vehicle has been recharged,disconnected, or replaced, windows with theexpress-up feature need to

Theft-Deterrent SystemsVehicle theft is big business, especially in somecities. Although your vehicle has a number oftheft-deterrent features, we know

If a door is opened without using the key in thedriver’s door cylinder or the RKE transmitter, aten second pre-alarm will occur. The horn will chirpan

Power LumbarIf the seats have power lumbar, the controls usedto operate this feature are located on theoutboard side of the seats. See Power Seats onp

Testing the AlarmTo test the alarm:1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’swindow and open the driver’s door.2. Activate the system by locking t

Changes or modifications to this system by otherthan an authorized service facility could voidauthorization to use this equipment.PASS-Key®III+ uses a

See your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who canservice PASS-Key®III+ to get a new key blank thatis cut exactly as the ignition key that operatesthe sy

Starting and Operating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice: Your vehicle does not need anelaborate break-in. But it will perform better inthe long r

Ignition PositionsWith the key in the ignition, you can turn it to fourdifferent positions.A (OFF): This is the only position in which youcan remove t

Key In the IgnitionNever leave your vehicle with the keys inside, as itis an easy target for joy riders or thieves. If youleave the key in the ignitio

Starting the EnginePlace the transmission in the proper gear.Move your shift lever to PARK (P) orNEUTRAL (N). Your engine will not startin any other p

2. If the engine does not start after 5-10 seconds,especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or−18°C), it could be flooded with too muchgasoline. Try

To Use the Engine Coolant Heater1. Turn off the engine.2. Open the hood and unwrap the electricalcord. The cord is located on the driver’sside of the

Automatic Transmission OperationYour vehicle has an electronic shift positionindicator within the instrument panel cluster.When using the Electronic R

The heated seats will turn off ten seconds afterthe ignition is turned off. If you want to usethe heated seat feature after you restart yourvehicle, y

You must fully apply your regular brake first andthen press the shift lever button before youcan shift from PARK (P) when the ignition key is inON. If

DRIVE (D): This position is for normal driving. Itprovides the best fuel economy for your vehicle. Ifyou need more power for passing, and you are:• Go

When you shift from DRIVE (D) to LOW (L), thetransmission will shift to a pre-determinedlower gear range. The highest gear available forthis pre-deter

Tow/Haul ModeYour vehicle may have a Tow/Haul mode.The button to turn it onor off is located oninstrument panel underthe climate controls.Push the but

Parking BrakeTo set the parkingbrake, push down theparking brake pedaldown with your left foot.If the ignition is on, the brake system warning lightwi

Shifting Into Park (P){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of yourvehicle if the shift lever is not fully inPARK (P) with the parking brake firmlyse

Leaving Your Vehicle With the EngineRunning{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to leave your vehiclewith the engine running. Your vehicle couldmove suddenly

Shifting Out of Park (P)Your vehicle has an automatic transmission shiftlock control system. You have to apply yourregular brake first and then press t

Engine Exhaust{CAUTION:Engine exhaust can kill. It contains thegas carbon monoxide (CO), which youcannot see or smell. It can causeunconsciousness and

Running the Engine While ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But ifyou ever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION:Idling

A second seating and mirror position can beprogrammed by repeating the above steps andpressing button 2.To recall the memory positions, the vehicle mu

MirrorsManual Rearview Mirror withOnStar®When you are sitting in a comfortable drivingposition, adjust the mirror so you can see clearlybehind your ve

The compass can be calibrated by driving thevehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until thedisplay reads a direction.If after a few seconds the

3. Scroll through the zone numbers that appearin the window on the mirror by pressing theon/off button. Once you find your zonenumber, release the butt

Outside Power Foldaway MirrorsIf your vehicle isequipped with outsidepower foldaway mirrors,the controls arelocated on the driver’sdoor armrest.• Pres

Automatic DimmingThe driver’s outside mirror will adjust for the glareof the headlamps behind you. See AutomaticDimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®an

Outside Heated MirrorsPress the rear window defogger button, located onthe climate control panel, to also turn the outsideheated mirrors on or off. Th

OnStar®ServicesFor new vehicles with OnStar®, the Safe & SoundPlan, or the Directions & Connections®Plan isincluded for one year from the date

OnStar®Hands-Free CallingOnStar®Hands-Free Calling allows eligibleOnStar®subscribers to make and receive callsusing voice commands. Hands-Free Calling

How OnStar®Service WorksIn order to provide you with OnStar®services, yourvehicle’s OnStar®system has the capability ofrecording and transmitting vehi

Universal Home RemoteSystemSystem IdentificationYour vehicle may have a Universal Home RemoteSystem.Determine which Universal Home Remote yourvehicle h

Reclining SeatbacksManual Reclining Seatbacks{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if youtry to adjust a manual driver’s seat whilethe vehicle

Universal Home Remote SystemThe Universal Home Remote System provides away to replace up to three hand-heldRadio-Frequency (RF) transmitters used toac

Read the instructions completely before attemptingto program the Universal Home Remote. Becauseof the steps involved, it may be helpful to haveanother

Some entry gates and garage door openersmay require you to substitute Step 3 withthe procedure noted in “Gate Operator andCanadian Programming” later

Gate Operator and CanadianProgrammingCanadian radio-frequency laws require transmittersignals to time out or quit after several secondsof transmission

Reprogramming a Single UniversalHome Remote ButtonTo program a device to Universal Home Remoteusing a Universal Home Remote buttonpreviously trained,

Read the instructions completely before attemptingto program the transmitter. Because of the stepsinvolved, it may be helpful to have another personav

2. Locate in the garage, the garage door openerreceiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn”or “Smart” button. It can usually be foundwhere the hangi

Programming Universal HomeRemote — Fixed CodeMost garage door openers sold before 1996 areFixed Code units.Programming a garage door opener involvesti

Your panel of switches may not appearexactly as they do in the examples above, butthey should be similar.The switch positions on your hand-heldtransmi

2. Write down the eight to 12 switch settingsfrom left to right as follows:• When a switch is in the up position,write “Left.”• When a switch is in th

Power Reclining SeatbacksIn vehicles with seats that have power recliningseatbacks, the control used to recline themis located on the outboard side of

5. After entering all of the switch positions,again, firmly press and release all threebuttons at the same time. The indicator lightswill turn on.6. Pr

Storage AreasGlove BoxTo open, lift the handle up. Use the key to lockand unlock.Cupholder(s)There are two cupholders, with removable liners,located i

Floor MatsThere is a grommet in the driver side floor matthat attaches to a hook on the floor of the vehicle.This allows the mat to remain in position u

If you have the luggage carrier, you can loadthings on top of your vehicle. Crossrails are notstandard on this vehicle and must be purchased atyour de

Cargo Management SystemYour vehicle has a cargo management systemlocated in the rear of the vehicle. To open, pull thehandle toward the rear of the ve

Vent: From the closed position, press and holdthe front of the driver’s side switch to ventthe sunroof. Press and hold the rear of the driver’sside sw

✍ NOTES166

Instrument Panel Overview ... 170Hazard Warning Flashers ... 172Other Warning Devices ...

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ... 214Instrument Panel Cluster ... 215Speedometer and Odometer ...

XM Radio Messages ... 309Navigation/Radio System ... 311Rear Seat Entertainment System ...

Do not have a seatback reclined if your vehicleis moving.Head RestraintsAdjust the head restraint so that the top of therestraint is at the same heigh

Instrument Panel Overview170

The main components of your instrument panel are listed here:A. Air Vent. See Outlet Adjustment on page 210.B. Multifunction Lever. See TurnSignal/Mul

P. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. See HazardWarning Flashers on page 172.Q. Cupholders. See Cupholder(s) on page 161.R. Accessory Power Outlets. See A

Other Warning DevicesIf you carry reflective triangles, you can set themup at the side of the road about 300 feet (100 m)behind your vehicle.HornPress

Power Tilt Wheel and TelescopicSteering ColumnIf your vehicle has thisfeature, the power tiltwheel control is locatedon the left side of thesteering c

• LQ Windshield Washer. See WindshieldWasher on page 177.• 5 Z Rear Wiper/Washer. See Rear WindowWiper/Washer on page 179.For information on the headl

Headlamp High/Low-Beam ChangerTo change the headlamps from low beam tohigh beam, push the turn signal/multifunctionlever toward the front of the vehic

The windshield wipers are controlled by turningthe band with the wiper symbol.8(Mist): Turn the band to mist for a single wipingcycle. Hold it there u

Heated Windshield WasherIf your vehicle has the heated windshield washerfluid system it can be used to help clear ice,snow, tree sap, or bugs from the

Rear Window Wiper/Washer{CAUTION:In freezing weather, do not use yourwasher until the windshield is warmed.Otherwise the washer fluid can form iceon th

Rear SeatsRear Seat OperationA. Seat Adjustment Handle.B. Reclining Seatback Strap.C. Sliding Seat Lever.Entering and Exiting the Third Row{CAUTION:Us

Cruise ControlWith cruise control, you can maintain a speedof about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more withoutkeeping your foot on the accelerator. This canreal

Setting Cruise ControlCruise control will not work if your parking brakeis set, or if the master cylinder brake fluidlevel is low.The cruise control li

Reducing Speed While UsingCruise ControlTo reduce your speed while using cruise control:• Press and hold the SET– button on thesteering wheel until yo

Exterior LampsThe exterior lampscontrol is located onthe instrument panelto the left of thesteering wheel.It controls the following systems:• Headlamp

2(Headlamps): Turn the control to this positionto turn on the headlamps together with thefollowing lamps listed below. A warning chime willsound if yo

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp SystemDaytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easierfor others to see the front of your vehicle duringt

Fog LampsUse the fog lamps for better vision in foggy ormisty conditions.- (Fog Lamps): The fog lamps button is locatedon the exterior lamps control.

Entry LightingYour vehicle may have courtesy lamps that willcome on and stay on for a set time wheneverthe unlock symbol is pressed on the RemoteKeyle

Delayed Exit LightingThis feature illuminates the interior for a period oftime after the key is removed from the ignition.The ignition must be off for

A high electrical load occurs when several of thefollowing loads are on: headlamps, high beams,fog lamps, rear window defogger, climatecontrol fan at

To access the third row:1. Make sure there are no objects on the floor infront of or on the second row seat, or in theseat tracks on the floor.2. On sea

Head-Up Display (HUD){CAUTION:If the HUD image is too bright or too highin your field of view, it may take you moretime to see things you need to see w

The HUD information appears as an imagefocused out toward the front of the vehicle.When the ignition key is turned to RUN, the HUDwill display an intr

The HUD control islocated to the right ofthe steering wheel.To adjust the HUD image so that items areproperly displayed, do the following:1. Adjust th

Format Two: This display includes the informationin Format One without the transmission informationand the outside air temperature.Format Three: This

If You Cannot See the HUD ImageWhen the Ignition Is On• Is anything covering the HUD lens?• Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough?• Is the HUD image

{CAUTION:The Ultrasonic Rear Park Assist (URPA)system does not replace driver vision.URPA does not:• Operate above speeds of5 mph (8 km/h).• Detect ob

The system does not work at a reverse speedgreater than 5 mph (8 km/h). To remind you of this,the red light on the rear display will flash.To disable U

If this occurs, URPA assumes the object is stillattached, so you will have to wait until thevehicle is driven forward above 15 mph(25 km/h) before URP

Certain electrical accessories may not becompatible with the accessory power outlets andcould result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses.If you experien

The indicator on the inner outlet face will come onwhen 115 volt AC power is available. The ACpower is available when the ignition is turned toACCESSO

Tires... 435Appearance Care... 478Vehicle Identification...

Reclining the SeatbacksTo recline the seatback:1. Leaning forward in the seat, pull the recliningseatback strap (B).2. Move the seatback to the desire

Temperature Control: Turn the center knobclockwise or counterclockwise to increaseor decrease the temperature of the air flowingfrom the system.Airflow

The air conditioning compressor also comes onwhen this mode is activated unless the outsideair temperature is less than 40°F (4°C). While inrecirculat

Defogging and DefrostingFog on the inside of the windows is a result ofhigh humidity (moisture) condensing on thecool window glass. This can be minimi

Rear Window DefoggerThe rear window defogger uses a warming gridto remove fog from the rear window.< (Rear Window Defogger): Press this buttonon th

Driver’s Side Temperature ControlThe driver side temperature buttons are used toadjust the temperature of the air coming throughthe system on the driv

When AUTO is selected, the air conditioningoperation and air inlet are automaticallycontrolled. The air conditioning compressorruns when the outside t

Manual OperationThe air delivery mode or fan speed can bemanually adjusted.DC (Fan): The buttons with the fan symbols letyou manually adjust the fan s

This mode keeps outside air from entering thevehicle. It can be used to reduce outside air andprevent odors from entering your vehicle.Recirculation c

SensorsThe solar sensor, located in the defrost grille inthe middle of the instrument panel, monitorsthe solar radiation. Do not cover the solar senso

The climate control system uses the informationfrom these sensors to maintain your comfortsetting by adjusting the outlet temperature, fanspeed, and t

Third Row Seats{CAUTION:Using the third row seating position whilethe second row is folded, or pushedforward in the entry position, could causeinjury

Rear Window DefoggerThe rear window defogger uses a warming grid toremove fog from the rear window.< (Rear Window Defogger): Press this buttonto tu

Rear Air Conditioning andHeating SystemIf your vehicle has this system, the rear controlsare three knobs located on the rear of thecenter console. The

Mode KnobThe right knob on the control panel lets youchoose the direction of the air flow.H (Vent): This setting directs the air throughthe headliner o

Manual OperationDC (Fan): The fan buttons on the rear seataudio control panel let you manually adjustthe fan speed. PressD to increase airflowand C to

Warning Lights, Gages,and IndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights andgages on your vehicle. The pictures help tolocate them.Warning lights an

Instrument Panel ClusterThe instrument cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how the vehicle is running. You will knowhow fast you are going

Speedometer and OdometerThe speedometer lets you see your speed inboth miles per hour (mph) and kilometers perhour (km/h).The odometer shows how far y

Passenger Safety BeltReminder LightSeveral seconds after the key is turned to ON orSTART, a chime will sound for several secondsto remind the front pa

If the airbag readiness light stays on after youstart the vehicle or comes on when you are driving,your airbag system may not work properly.Have your

If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on thepassenger airbag status indicator, it means thatthe right front passenger’s frontal airbag andseat-mounte

3. Pull up on therelease lever locatedon the back of theseat. The headrestmoves forwardautomatically.4. Push the seatback forward to lay flat.To return

If, after several seconds, both status indicatorlights remain on, or if there are no lights atall, there may be a problem with the lightsor the passen

Voltmeter GageWhen the engine isnot running, but theignition is turned to ON,this gage shows thebattery’s state of chargein DC volts.When the engine i

Brake System Warning LightYour vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is dividedinto two parts. If one part is not working, the otherpart can still work and

Anti-Lock Brake SystemWarning LightYour vehicle has the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS).This light will come onwhen your engine isstarted and may stayon

StabiliTrak®Indicator LightThis warning lightshould come onbriefly when theengine is started.If the warning light does not come on then, haveit fixed so

Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows the engine coolant temperature.Under normal driving conditions the gage willread 210°F (100 °C) or less

Malfunction Indicator LampCheck Engine LightYour vehicle has acomputer whichmonitors operationof the fuel, ignition,and emission controlsystems.This s

This light should come on, as a check to showyou it is working, when the ignition is on and theengine is not running. If the light does notcome on, ha

Did you just drive through a deep puddleof water?If so, your vehicle’s electrical system might bewet. The condition is usually corrected whenthe elect

Oil Pressure Light{CAUTION:Do not keep driving if the oil pressure islow. If you do, your engine can becomeso hot that it catches fire. You or othersco

4. Make sure the safety belt is not twisted, andreconnect the center safety belt mini-latch tothe mini-buckle.5. Pull on the safety belt to be sure th

Fog Lamp LightThe fog lamp light willcome on when the foglamps are in use.The light will go out when the fog lamps areturned off. See Fog Lamps on pag

Fuel GageWhen the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells youabout how much fuel you have left in your tank.The gage will first indicate empty before youar

Driver Information Center (DIC)Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC).The DIC displays information about your vehicle.It also displays war

DIC Operation and Displays(With DIC Buttons)If your vehicle has DIC buttons, the informationbelow explains the operation of this system.The DIC has di

T (Vehicle Information): Press this button todisplay the oil life, park assist on vehicles with thisfeature, units, tire pressure readings, Tire Press

PARK ASSISTIf your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear ParkingAssist (URPA) system, press the vehicleinformation button until PARK ASSIST displays.This di

RELEARN TIRE POSITIONSAfter rotating the tires or after replacing a tireor sensor, the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) systemmust re-learn the tire positi

Trip/Fuel Menu Items3(Trip/Fuel): Press this button to scrollthrough the following menu items:ODOMETERPress the trip/fuel button until ODOMETERdisplay

If the retro-active reset feature is activated afterthe vehicle is started, but before it begins moving,the display will show the number of miles (mi)

FUEL USEDPress the trip/fuel button until FUEL USEDdisplays. This display shows the number ofgallons (gal) or liters (L) of fuel used since thelast re

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Are for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to usesafety belts properly. It also tells you some thingsyou sho

If your vehicle has DIC buttons, you can use thetrip odometer reset stem to view the followingdisplays: odometer and trip odometers.Trip Odometer Rese

OIL LIFETo access this display, the vehicle must be inPARK (P). Press the trip odometer reset stem untilOIL LIFE REMAINING displays. This displayshows

PARK ASSISTTo access this display, the vehicle must be inPARK (P). If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic RearParking Assist (URPA) system, press the trip

3. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttonson the first transmitter at the same time forabout 15 seconds.On vehicles with memory recall seats, thefirs

DIC Warnings and MessagesMessages are displayed on the DIC to notify thedriver that the status of the vehicle has changedand that some action may be n

AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ONThis message displays when the automaticheadlamps are turned on. This message clearsitself after 10 seconds.BATTERY SAVER AC

CRUISE SET TO XXXThis message displays whenever the cruise controlis set. See Cruise Control on page 180 for moreinformation.DRIVER DOOR OPENThis mess

ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINENotice: If you drive your vehicle while theengine is overheating, severe engine damagemay occur. If an overheat warning a

HEATED WASH (Washer)FLUID SYSTEM OFFIf your vehicle has this feature, this messagedisplays when you manually turn off the heatedwindshield washer fluid

OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINENotice: If you drive your vehicle whilethe engine oil pressure is low, severe enginedamage may occur. If a low oil pressur

You never know if you will be in a crash. If youdo have a crash, you do not know if it will be abad one.A few crashes are mild, and some crashes canbe

REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEYThis message displays if a Remote KeylessEntry (RKE) transmitter battery is low. The batteryneeds to be replaced in the t

SERVICE BATTERY CHARGINGSYSTEMOn some vehicles, this message displays if thereis a problem with the battery charging system.Under certain conditions,

SERVICE STABILITRAKThis message displays if there is a problem withthe StabiliTrak®system. If this message appears,try to reset the system. Stop; turn

SERVICE TRANSMISSIONThis message displays when there is a problemwith the transmission. See your dealer/retailerfor service.SERVICE VEHICLE SOONThis m

TIRE LEARNING ACTIVEThis message displays when the Tire PressureMonitor (TPM) system is re-learning the tirepositions on your vehicle. See DIC Operati

TURN SIGNAL ONThis message displays and a chime sounds if aturn signal is left on for 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km).Move the turn signal/multifunction lever

To change customization preferences, use thefollowing procedure.Entering the Feature Settings Menu1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehiclein PARK

Choose one of the available settings and pressthe set/reset button while it is displayed on theDIC to select it.You can also change the language by pr

DRIVER IN PARK: Only the driver’s door willunlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P).ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors will unlockwhen the key i

REMOTE DOOR UNLOCKThis feature allows you to select the type offeedback you will receive when unlocking thevehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. Therider does not stop.26

ON (default): The doors will not lock untilfive seconds after the last door or the liftgateis closed.NO CHANGE: No change will be made to thisfeature.

The lights will remain on for 20 seconds or untilthe lock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed,or the vehicle is no longer off. See RemoteKeyless

BOTH MIRRORS: The driver’s and passenger’soutside mirrors will be tilted down when the vehicleis shifted into REVERSE (R).NO CHANGE: No change will be

ON: The driver’s seat and outside mirrors willautomatically move to the stored driving positionwhen the unlock button on the Remote KeylessEntry (RKE)

Choose one of the available settings and pressthe set/reset button while it is displayed on theDIC to select it.EXIT FEATURE SETTINGSThis feature allo

{CAUTION:This system provides you with a far greateraccess to audio stations and song listings.Giving extended attention to entertainmenttasks while d

Setting the TimeMP3 Radios with a Single CD or aSingle CD and DVD PlayerIf your vehicle has a radio with a single CD ora CD and DVD player, it has a c

MP3 Radio with a Six-Disc CD PlayerIf your vehicle has a radio with a six-disc CDplayer, the radio has a MENU button instead ofthe clock button to set

Radio with CDRadio Data System (RDS)The audio system has a Radio Data System(RDS). The RDS feature is available for use onlyon FM stations that broadc

Playing the RadioO(Power/Volume): Press this knob to turn thesystem on and off.Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwise toincrease or decrease the

The person keeps going until stopped bysomething. In a real vehicle, it could be thewindshield...or the instrument panel...27

4(Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service,MP3, and RDS Features): Press the informationbutton to display additional text informationrelated to the c

The number of favorites pages can be setupusing the MENU button. To setup the numberof favorites pages, perform the following steps:1. Press the MENU

Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade)BAL/FADE (Balance/Fade): To adjust balanceor fade, press the tune knob until the speakercontrol labels display. C

Undesired XM™ categories can be removedthrough the setup menu. To remove an undesiredcategory, perform the following:1. Press the MENU button to displ

Playing a CD(s) (Six-Disc CD Player)LOAD ^: Press this button to load CDs into theCD player. This CD player holds up to six CDs.To insert one CD, do t

If there is no apparent damage, try a knowngood CD.Notice: If a label is added to a CD, or morethan one CD is inserted into the slot at atime, or an a

\FWD (Fast Forward): Press and hold thisbutton to advance playback quickly within a track.You will hear sound at a reduced volume.Release this button

Playing an MP3/WMA CD-R orCD-RW DiscIf you have a radio with a six-disc CD player, ithas the capability of playing an MP3/WMA CD-Ror CD-RW disc. For m

To use a portable audio player, connect a3.5 mm (1/8 inch) cable to the radio’s frontauxiliary input jack. When a device is connected,press the radio

The DVD player is the top slot on the radiofaceplate. The player is capable of reading theDTS programmed DVD Audio or DVD Video media(DTS and DTS Digi

or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicledoes. You get more time to stop. You stopover more distance, and your strongest bon

Speed Compensated Volume (SCV): The radiohas Speed Compensated Volume (SCV). WhenSCV is on, the radio volume automatically adjuststo compensate for ro

4(Information) (XM™ Satellite Radio Service,MP3, and RDS Features): Press the informationbutton to display additional text informationrelated to the c

The number of favorites pages can be setup usingthe MENU button. To setup the number offavorites pages, perform the following steps:1. Press the MENU

Unique EQ settings can be saved for each source.If your radio has a Bose®audio system, the EQsettings are either MANUAL or TALK.Adjusting the Speakers

Undesired XM™ categories can be removedthrough the setup menu. To remove an undesiredcategory, perform the following:1. Press the MENU button to displ

If the ignition or radio is turned off, with a CD inthe player, it stays in the player. When the ignitionor radio is turned on, the CD starts playingw

Z CD (Eject): Press and release the CD ejectbutton to eject the CD that is currently playingin the bottom slot. A beep sounds and EjectingDisc display

RDM (Random): With the random setting, thetracks can be listened to in random, ratherthan sequential order. To play the tracks from theCD, press the D

Front seat passengers can listen to the radio(AM, FM, or XM) by pressing the BAND buttonor the DVD/CD AUX button to select CD slot, DVDslot, front or

If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannotbe corrected, contact your dealer/retailer. If theradio displays an error message, write it down a

Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive farfrom home, why should I wear safetybelts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you arein an acciden

O (Power): Press this knob to turn the radio onor off. Turn this knob clockwise or counterclockwiseto increase or decrease the volume. Press and holdt

Z (Eject): Press this button to eject a CD orDVD. If a CD or DVD is ejected, but not removed,the player automatically pulls it back in after15 seconds

y (Menu): Press this button to access the DVDmenu. The DVD menu is different on everyDVD. Use the pushbuttons located under thenavigation arrows to na

e (Audio Stream): Press this button to cyclethrough audio steam formats located on a DVD-Adisc. There is not any type of notification forthe customer t

Ejecting a DiscPress the eject button on the radio to eject thedisc. If a disc is ejected from the radio, butnot removed, the radio reloads the disc a

O (Power/Volume): Turn this knob clockwise orcounterclockwise to increase or decrease thevolume of the portable player. You might needto do additional

MP3/WMA FormatIf you burn your own MP3/WMA disc on apersonal computer:• Make sure the MP3/WMA files are recordedon a CD-R or CD-RW disc.• Do not mix st

Root DirectoryThe root directory of the CD-R or CD-RW istreated as a folder. If the root directory hascompressed audio files, the directory is displaye

When play enters a new folder, the display doesnot automatically show the new folder name unlessyou have chosen the folder mode as the defaultdisplay.

If these problems occur, check the bottom surfaceof the CD. If the surface of the CD is damaged,such as cracked, broken, or scratched, theCD does not

GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GM Emblem,GMC, and the GMC Emblem, are registeredtrademarks, and the name ACADIA is a trademarkof General Motors Corporation.T

Driver PositionLap-Shoulder BeltThe driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how towear it properly.1. Close and lock the door.2. Adjust the seat so yo

c T (Next Folder): Press the pushbuttonpositioned under the Folder label to go to thefirst track in the next folder.s REV (Reverse): Press and hold thi

Once all songs by that artist are played, theplayer moves to the next artist in alphabeticalorder on the CD-R or CD-RW and begins playingMP3/WMA files

MP3/WMA FormatIf you burn your own MP3/WMA disc on apersonal computer:• Make sure the MP3/WMA files are recordedon a CD-R or CD-RW disc.• Do not mix st

Empty Directory or FolderIf a root directory or a folder exists somewherein the file structure that contains only folders/subfolders and no compressed

File System and NamingThe song name that is displayed is the songname that is contained in the ID3 tag. If thesong name is not present in the ID3 tag,

If these problems occur, check the bottom surfaceof the CD. If the surface of the CD is damaged,such as cracked, broken, or scratched, theCD does not

If loading and reading of a CD cannot becompleted, such as unknown format, etc., andthe disc fails to eject, press and hold theZ DVDbutton for more th

RDM (Random): With the random setting,MP3/WMA files on the CD-R or CD-RW can belistened to in random, rather than sequential order.To play MP3/WMA files

BAND: Press this button to listen to the radiowhen a CD or a DVD is playing. The CD or DVDremains inside the radio for future listening orviewing ente

XM Radio MessagesRadio Display Message Condition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

6. To make the lap part tight, pull up on theshoulder belt.It may be necessary to pull stitching on thesafety belt through the latch plate to fullytig

Radio Display Message Condition Action RequiredNo CAT Info Category Namenot availableNo category information is available at this time on thischannel.

Navigation/Radio SystemYour vehicle may have a navigation radio system.The navigation system has built-in featuresintended to minimize driver distract

HeadphonesThe RSE includes two 2-channel wirelessheadphones that are dedicated to this system.These headphones are used to listen to mediasuch as CDs,

For optimal audio performance, the headphonesmust be worn correctly. The symbol L (Left)appears on the upper left side, above the ear padand should be

Audio/Video (A/V) JacksThe A/V jacks located on the rear of the floorconsole, allow audio or video signals to beconnected from an auxiliary device such

How to Change the RSE Video ScreenSettingsThe screen display mode (normal, full, and zoom),screen brightness, and setup menu languagecan be changed fr

If a DVD is playing and the screen is raised toits locked position, the screen remains on. This isnormal. The DVD continues to play through thepreviou

Remote Control ButtonsO (Power): Press this button to turn the videoscreen on and off.P (Illumination): Press this button to turnon the remote control

q (Return): Press this button to exit the currentactive menu and return to the previous menu.This button operates only when the display menuor a DVD m

[ (Fast Forward): Press this button to fastforward the DVD or CD. To stop fast forwarding aDVD video, press the play button. To stop fastforwarding a

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not givenearly as much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if

Battery ReplacementTo change the remote control batteries, do thefollowing:1. Remove the battery compartment doorlocated on the bottom of the remote c

Problem Recommended ActionThe auxiliary source isrunning but there is nopicture or sound.Check that the RSEvideo screen is in theauxiliary source mode

DVD DistortionVideo distortion may occur when operating cellularphones, scanners, CB radios, Global PositionSystems (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax

P (Power): Press this button to turn the RSAon or off.Volume: Turn this knob to increase or todecrease the volume of the wired headphones.The left kno

PROG (Program): Press this button to go to thenext preset radio station or channel set on themain radio. This function is inactive, withsome radios, i

©SEEK ¨: Press the SEEK arrows to go to theprevious or to the next radio station while inAM, FM, or XM™ (if equipped). Press the SEEKarrows to go to t

g (Mute/Voice Recognition): Press and releasethis button to silence the vehicle speakers only.The audio of the wireless and wired headphones,if your v

AMThe range for most AM stations is greater than forFM, especially at night. The longer range cancause station frequencies to interfere with eachother

Care of Your CDs and DVDsHandle CDs carefully. Store them in their originalcases or other protective cases and away fromdirect sunlight and dust. The

Your Driving, the Road, andYour Vehicle ... 330Defensive Driving ... 330Dr

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The lap belt is too loose. It will not give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if your

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about drivingis: Drive defensively.Please start with a very im

Drunken DrivingDeath and injury associated with drinking anddriving is a national tragedy. It is the number onecontributor to the highway death toll,

According to the American Medical Association, a180 lb (82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce(355 ml) bottles of beer in an hour will end up witha B

But the ability to drive is affected well below aBAC of 0.10 percent. Research shows thatthe driving skills of many people are impaired ata BAC approa

Control of a VehicleThe following three systems help to control yourvehicle while driving — brakes, steering, andaccelerator. At times, as when drivin

But you will use it when you brake. Once thepower assist is used up, it can take longer to stopand the brake pedal will be harder to push.Adding non-d

ABS can change the brake pressure faster thanany driver could. The computer is programmed tomake the most of available tire and road conditions.This c

StabiliTrak®SystemYour vehicle has the StabiliTrak®system whichcombines antilock brake, traction and stabilitycontrol systems and helps the driver mai

Traction control can be turned on by pressing andreleasing the traction control disable button ifnot automatically shut off for any other reason.When

The traction control system may activate ondry or rough roads or under conditions such asheavy acceleration while turning or abruptupshifts/downshifts

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place l

SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because theengine stops or the system is not functioning,you can steer but it will take much m

Try to adjust your speed so you can “drive” throughthe curve. Maintain a reasonable, steady speed.Wait to accelerate until you are out of the curve,an

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your vehicle’s right wheels havedropped off the edge of a road onto the shoulderwhile you are driving.If the level o

So here are some tips for passing:• Drive ahead. Look down the road, to thesides, and to crossroads for situationsthat might affect your passing patte

• Check your vehicle’s mirrors, glance over yourshoulder, and start your left lane changesignal before moving out of the right lane topass. When you a

The three types of skids correspond to yourvehicle’s three control systems. In the braking skid,the wheels are not rolling. In the steering orcornerin

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving.One reason is that some drivers are likely tobe impaired — by alcohol or drugs, with

Keep the windshield and all the glass on yourvehicle clean — inside and out. Glare at night ismade much worse by dirt on the glass. Even theinside of

And, if the tires do not have much tread left, youget even less traction. It is always wise to goslower and be cautious if rain starts to fall whileyo

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water canbuild up under the tires that they can actually rideon the water. This can happen if the road

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is over an armrest.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your beltgoes over an armrest like this. The beltwo

Some Other Rainy Weather Tips• Besides slowing down, allow some extrafollowing distance. And be especiallycareful when you pass another vehicle.Allow

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways,parkways, expressways, turnpikes, orsuperhighways — are the safest of all roads.But they

Before Leaving on a Long TripMake sure you are ready. Try to be well rested.If you must start when you are not fresh — such asafter a day’s work — do

Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as highwayhypnosis? Or is it just plain falling asleep atthe wheel? Call it highway hypnosis, lack

Hill and Mountain RoadsDriving on steep hills or mountains is differentfrom driving in flat or rolling terrain.If you drive regularly in steep country,

{CAUTION:Coasting downhill in NEUTRAL (N) or withthe ignition off is dangerous. The brakeswill have to do all the work of slowingdown. They could get

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergencysupplies in you

Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where the tiresmeet the road probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice between

The Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) improves yourvehicle’s stability when you make a hard stopon a slippery road. Even though you have ABS,you want to be

You can run the engine to keep warm, but becareful.{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide) g

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. Itshould be worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously i

You will need a well-charged battery to restart thevehicle, and possibly for signaling later on withthe headlamps. Let the heater run for a while.Then

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It OutFirst, turn the steering wheel left and right to clearthe area around the front wheels. Turn thetraction control par

Tire and Loading Information LabelA vehicle specific Tire and Loading Informationlabel is attached to the center pillar (B-pillar)of your vehicle. With

Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit1. Locate the statement “The combined weight ofoccupants and cargo should never exceedXXX kg or XXX lbs” on yo

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 1 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtractOccupant Weight150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 =300 lbs (136 kg)CAvailable

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 3 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtractOccupant Weight200 lbs (91 kg) × 5 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)CAvailab

To find out the actual loads on your front and rearaxles, you need to go to a weigh station andweigh your vehicle. Your dealer/retailer can helpyou wit

TowingTowing Your VehicleConsult your dealer/retailer or a professionaltowing service if you need to have your disabledvehicle towed. See Roadside Ass

Dinghy TowingIf you have a front-wheel-drive vehicle, it can bedinghy towed from the front. These vehiclesmay also be towed by putting the front wheel

6. Shift your transmission to NEUTRAL (N).7. Release the parking brake.Notice: If you tow your vehicle withoutperforming each of the steps listed unde

Q: What is wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twistedbelt. In a crash, you would not ha

Dolly Towing (Front-Wheel-DriveVehicles Only)To tow your front-wheel-drive vehicle from thefront with two wheels on the ground:1.Put the front wheels

Towing a Trailer{CAUTION:If you do not use the correct equipmentand drive properly, you can lose controlwhen you pull a trailer. For example, if thetr

If You Do Decide to Pull a TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:• There are many different laws, including speedlimit restrictions, having

Tow/Haul ModeTow/Haul is a feature that assists when pulling aheavy trailer or a large or heavy load. The purposeof the Tow/Haul mode is to:• Reduce t

Operating the vehicle in tow/haul when lightlyloaded or with no trailer at all will not causedamage. However, there is no benefit to theselection of To

Weight of the Trailer TongueThe tongue load (A) of any trailer is an importantweight to measure because it affects the totalor gross weight of your ve

The effect of additional weight may reduce yourtrailering capacity more than the total of theadditional weight.Consider the following example:A vehicl

You may go further and think you must limittongue weight to less than 1,000 lbs (454 kg) toavoid exceeding GVWR. But, you must stillconsider the effec

Safety ChainsYou should always attach chains between yourvehicle and your trailer. Cross the safetychains under the tongue of the trailer so that thet

PassingYou’ll need more passing distance up ahead whenyou’re towing a trailer. And, because you’re agood deal longer, you’ll need to go much fartherbe

To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way. Whenthe safety belt is not in use, slide the latch plate up

Driving on GradesYour vehicle is designed primarily as a passengerand load carrying vehicle. If you tow a trailer,your vehicle will require more frequ

3. When the chocks are in place, release theregular brakes until the chocks absorbthe load.4. Reapply the regular brakes. Then apply yourparking brake

Trailer Wiring HarnessYour vehicle is equipped with the following wiringharness for towing a trailer.Basic Trailer WiringThe trailer wiring harness, w

Service ... 385Accessories and Modifications ... 385California Proposition 65 Warn

Buying New Tires ... 450Different Size Tires and Wheels ... 452Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...

ServiceYour dealer/retailer knows your vehicle best andwants you to be happy with it. We hope you will goto your dealer/retailer for all your service

California Proposition 65 WarningMost motor vehicles, including this one, containand/or emit chemicals known to the State ofCalifornia to cause cancer

If you want to do some of your own service work,you should use the proper service manual.It tells you much more about how to service yourvehicle than

Gasoline OctaneUse regular unleaded gasoline with a postedoctane rating of 87 or higher. For best performanceor trailer towing, you could choose to us

AdditivesTo provide cleaner air, all gasolines in theUnited States are now required to contain additivesthat help prevent engine and fuel systemdeposi

Safety Belt Use During PregnancySafety belts work for everyone, including pregnantwomen. Like all occupants, they are more likelyto be seriously injur

Fuels in Foreign CountriesIf you plan on driving in another country outsidethe United States or Canada, the proper fuel mightbe hard to find. Never use

The tethered fuel cap is located behind a hingedfuel door on the driver’s side of the vehicle.To open the fuel door, push the rearward centeredge in a

{CAUTION:Fuel can spray out on you if you open thefuel cap too quickly. If you spill fuel andthen something ignites it, you could bebadly burned. This

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container whileit is in your vehicle. Static electricitydischarge from the contain

Checking Things Underthe Hood{CAUTION:An electric fan under the hood can startup and injure you even when the engineis not running. Keep hands, clothi

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the hoodrelease handle withthis symbol on it.It is located underthe instrument panelon the driv

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you lift the hood, here is what you will see:396

A. Radiator Pressure Cap (Out of View).See Radiator Pressure Cap on page 410.B. Engine Coolant Recovery Cap. See CoolingSystem on page 413.C. Underhoo

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tipof the dipstick, you need to add at least onequart/liter of oil. But you mu

What Kind of Engine Oil to UseLook for three things:• GM6094MYour vehicle’s engine requires oil meetingGM Standard GM6094M. Look for and use onlyan oi

How to Use This ManualMany people read the owner manual frombeginning to end when they first receive their newvehicle. If this is done, it can help you

Rear Seat PassengersIt is very important for rear seat passengers tobuckle up! Accident statistics show that unbeltedpeople in the rear seat are hurt

If you are in an area of extreme cold, where thetemperature falls below −20°F (−29°C), it isrecommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30synthetic oil

How to Reset the Engine Oil LifeSystemThe Engine Oil Life System calculates when tochange the engine oil and filter based on vehicleuse. Whenever the o

What to Do with Used OilUsed engine oil contains certain elements that canbe unhealthy for your skin and could evencause cancer. Do not let used oil s

How to Inspect the EngineAir Cleaner/FilterTo inspect the air cleaner/filter, remove the filterfrom the vehicle and lightly shake the filter(away from ve

Automatic Transmission FluidWhen to Check and Change AutomaticTransmission FluidA good time to check the automatic transmissionfluid level is when the

Checking the Fluid LevelPrepare the vehicle as follows:1. Park the vehicle on a level place. Keep theengine running.2. With the parking brake applied,

How to Add Automatic TransmissionFluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinewhat kind of transmission fluid to use. SeeRecommended Fluids and L

Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL®may cause premature engine, heater core, orradiator corrosion. In addition, the enginecoolant may require ch

If coolant needs to be added more than four timesa year, have your dealer/retailer check thecooling system.Notice: If you use extra inhibitors and/ora

Adding CoolantIf more coolant is needed, add the properDEX-COOL®coolant mixture at the coolantrecovery tank, but be careful not to spill it.If the coo

If the belt is not long enough, see Safety BeltExtender on page 47.Make sure the release button on the buckle ispositioned so you would be able to unb

Radiator Pressure CapNotice: If the pressure cap is not tightlyinstalled, coolant loss and possible enginedamage may occur. Be sure the cap is properl

CAUTION: (Continued)If you keep driving when the vehiclesengine is overheated, the liquids in it cancatch fire. You or others could be badlyburned. Sto

If you no longer have the overheat warning,you can drive. Just to be safe, drive slower forabout 10 minutes. If the warning does notcome back on, you

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here iswhat you will see:A. Engine Coolant ReservoirB. Radiator Pressure Cap (covered)C. En

When the engine is cold, the coolant level shouldbe at least up to the FULL COLD mark. If it is not,you may have a leak at the pressure cap or in ther

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantRecovery TankNotice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fillprocedure. Failure to follow this procedurecould cause you

{CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your coolingsystem can be dangerous. Plain water, orsome other liquid such as alcohol, canboil before the proper c

1. To remove the panel that covers the radiatorcap, detach fasteners and lift off panel.2. Remove the radiator pressure cap when thecooling system, in

5. Fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULLCOLD mark.6. Reinstall the cap on the coolant recovery tank,but leave the radiator pressure cap off.7. St

Power Steering FluidThe power steering fluidreservoir is locatedtoward the front of theengine compartmenton the passenger’s sideof the vehicle. SeeEngi

The safety belt locks if there is a sudden stop ora crash.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if your shoulderbelt is too loose. In a crash, you wouldm

Windshield Washer FluidWhat to UseWhen adding windshield washer fluid, be sure toread the manufacturer’s instructions beforeuse. If operating your vehi

BrakesBrake FluidThe brake mastercylinder reservoir isfilled with DOT-3 brakefluid. See EngineCompartment Overviewon page 396 for thelocation of the res

What to AddWhen you need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brakefluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed containeronly. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricantson

Brake WearYour vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators thatmake a high-pitched warning sound when thebrake pa

Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicle is complex. Itsmany parts have to be of top quality and work welltogether if the vehicle i

Jump StartingIf your vehicle’s battery has run down, you maywant to use another vehicle and some jumpercables to start your vehicle. Be sure to usethe

Notice: If you leave your radio or otheraccessories on during the jump startingprocedure, they could be damaged. The repairswould not be covered by yo

{CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts caninjure you badly. Keep your hands awayfrom moving parts once the engine isrunning.5. Check that the jump

9. Connect the otherend of thenegative (−) cable atleast 18 inches(45 cm) away fromthe dead battery,but not near engineparts that move.The electrical

A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part orRemote Negative (−) TerminalB. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) andRemote Negative (−) TerminalsC. Dead Bat

Rear Safety Belt Comfort GuidesRear shoulder belt comfort guides may provideadded safety belt comfort for older childrenwho have outgrown booster seat

All-Wheel DriveBe sure to perform the lubricant checks describedin this section. There are two additional systemsthat need lubrication.Transfer CaseWh

Rear Drive ModuleWhen to Check LubricantRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determinehow often to check the lubricant. See ScheduledMaintenance on pa

Bulb ReplacementFor the proper type of replacement bulbs, seeReplacement Bulbs on page 433.For any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection,

License Plate LampTo replace one of these bulbs:1. Remove the two screws holding each of thelicense plate lamps to the liftgate trim.2. Turn and pull

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected forwear or cracking. See Scheduled Maintenanceon page 502 for more inform

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tiresmade by a leading tire manufacturer. If you everhave questions about your tire warranty and whereto

Tire Sidewall LabelingUseful information about a tire is molded into itssidewall. The examples below show a typicalpassenger vehicle tire and a compac

(E) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord andnumber of plies in the sidewall and underthe tread.(F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG):Tire manufacture

(B) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord andnumber of plies in the sidewall and under thetread.(C) Tire Identification Number (TIN): The lettersand numb

(B) Tire Width: The three-digit number indicatesthe tire section width in millimeters from sidewallto sidewall.(C) Aspect Ratio: A two-digit number th

For the third row centerposition, locate thecomfort guide which islocated in a storagepocket, at the top of theseat, under theheadrest on the driver’s

Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of air pressurein a tire, measured in pounds per square inch(psi) or kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built upheat f

Normal Occupant Weight: The number ofoccupants a vehicle is designed to seat multipliedby 150 lbs (68 kg). See Loading Your Vehicleon page 361.Occupan

UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality GradingStandards): A tire information system thatprovides consumers with ratings for a tire’straction, temperature, and tr

A Tire and Loading Information label is attached tothe vehicle’s center pillar (B-pillar). This label showsyour vehicle’s original equipment tires and

Tire Pressure Monitor SystemThe Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) usesradio and sensor technology to check tire pressurelevels. TPMS sensors are mou

As an added safetyfeature, your vehiclehas been equippedwith a tire pressuremonitoring system(TPMS) that illuminatesa low tire pressuretelltale when o

The Tire and Loading Information label (tireinformation placard) shows the size of yourvehicle’s original tires and the correct inflationpressure for y

The TPMS sensor matching process is outlinedbelow:1. Set the parking brake.2. Turn the ignition switch to ON with theengine off.3. Using the DIC, pres

The spare tire does not have a TPMS sensor.If you replace one of the road tires with the spare,the SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEMmessage displays on the

The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve moreuniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. Thefirst rotation is the most important. See ScheduledMain

2. Slide the guide under and past the belt. Theelastic cord must be under the belt. Then,place the guide over the belt, and insert thetwo edges of the

When It Is Time for New TiresOne way to tell when itis time for new tires isto check the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tireshave onl

{CAUTION:Mixing tires could cause you to losecontrol while driving. If you mix tires ofdifferent sizes, brands, or types (radialand bias-belted tires)

Different Size Tires and WheelsIf you add wheels or tires that are a different sizethan your original equipment wheels and tires,this could affect the

Uniform Tire Quality GradingQuality grades can be found where applicable onthe tire sidewall between tread shoulder andmaximum section width. For exam

Temperature – A, B, CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B,and C, representing the tire’s resistance tothe generation of heat and its ability

Each new wheel should have the sameload-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offsetand be mounted the same way as the oneit replaces.If you need to rep

Tire Chains{CAUTION:Do not use tire chains. There is notenough clearance. Tire chains used on avehicle without the proper amount ofclearance can cause

If a Tire Goes FlatIt is unusual for a tire to blowout while you aredriving, especially if you maintain your vehicle’stires properly. If air goes out

Changing a Flat TireIf a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheeldamage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn onyour vehicle’s hazard warning fla

The following information will tell you next how touse the jack and change a tire.Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsThe tools needed to remove the spar

{CAUTION:A safety belt that is not properly worn maynot provide the protection needed in acrash. The person wearing the belt couldbe seriously injured

4. Turn the jack on its side, with the bottomfacing toward you.5. Pull the jack straight out, bottom first.The tools you will be using include the jack

1. Open the storage compartment door of theconvenience center that is nearest theliftgate.2. Move the carpet cutout that is located throughthe hole of

To continue changing the flat tire, see Removingthe Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire onpage 463.If the spare tire will not lower, the secondary

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare Tire1. It is recommended that you do a safety checkbefore preceding. See Changing a Flat Tireon page 45

4. To identify the appropriate jacking location,find the triangle about 12 inches (30.5 cm)from the front tire or about 10.5 inches(27 cm) from the rea

{CAUTION:Raising your vehicle with the jackimproperly positioned can damage thevehicle and even make the vehicle fall.To help avoid personal injury an

{CAUTION:Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the partsto which it is fastened, can make thewheel nuts become loose after time.The wheel could come off an

{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperlytightened wheel nuts can cause thewheel to come loose and even come off.This could lead to an accident. Be

Secondary Latch SystemYour vehicle has an underbody mounted tirehoist assembly that has a secondary latchsystem. It is designed to stop the compactspa

To release the spare tire from the secondary latch:{CAUTION:Someone standing too close during theprocedure could be injured by the jack.If the spare t

Safety Belt PretensionersYour vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for thedriver and right front passenger. Although youcannot see them, they are par

3. Attach the lug wrench to the jack and raisethe jack at least 10 turns.4. Place the jack under the vehicle, ahead of therear bumper. Position the ce

8. Disconnect the lug wrench from the jack andcarefully remove the jack. Use one hand topush against the spare tire while firmly pullingthe jack out fr

Storing a Flat or Spare Tireand ToolsStoring the Spare Tire{CAUTION:The underbody-mounted spare tire needsto be stored with the valve stem pointingdow

4. Slide the cable retainer through the center ofthe wheel and start to raise the compactspare tire.Make sure the retainer is fully seated acrossthe u

Storing the Flat TireNotice: Storing the full-size flat tire in theunderbody hoist system can expose it to heatfrom the exhaust system. This can damage

6. Hook the other endof the cable onto theoutside portion ofthe liftgatehinge (B).7. Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure.8. Make sure the meta

Storing the ToolsA. Tool BagB. Wing BoltC. JackPut back all tools as they were stored in the jackstorage compartment and put the compartmentcover back

Compact Spare TireAlthough the compact spare tire was fully inflatedwhen the vehicle was new, it can lose air aftera time. Check the inflation pressure

Appearance CareCleaning the Inside of Your VehicleYour vehicle’s interior will continue to look itsbest if it is cleaned often. Although not alwaysvis

Dust may be removed from small buttons andknobs using a small brush with soft bristles.Your dealer/retailer has a product for cleaning yourvehicle’s g

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seatsshould wear the vehicle’s safety belts.Q: What is the proper way to wear s

Fabric/CarpetUse a vacuum cleaner with a soft brushattachment frequently to remove dust and loosedirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar inthe nozzl

LeatherA soft cloth dampened with water may be used toremove dust. If a more thorough cleaning isnecessary, a soft cloth dampened with a mild soapsolu

Care of Safety BeltsKeep belts clean and dry.{CAUTION:Do not bleach or dye safety belts. If youdo, it may severely weaken them. In acrash, they might

Cleaning Exterior Lamps/LensesUse only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth anda car washing soap to clean exterior lampsand lenses. Follow instructio

Windshield, Backglass, andWiper BladesClean the outside of the windshield and backglasswith glass cleaner.Clean the rubber blades using a lint free cl

Notice: If you use strong soaps, chemicals,abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, orcleaners that contain acid on aluminum orchrome-plated wheels, you

Sheet Metal DamageIf the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metalrepair or replacement, make sure the body repairshop applies anti-corrosion materi

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescription UsagePolishing ClothWax-TreatedInterior and exteriorpolishing cloth.Tar and RoadOil RemoverRemoves tar, r

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle.It appears on a plate in the front corner of thein

Electrical SystemHigh Voltage Devices and Wiring{CAUTION:Exposure to high voltage can causeshock, burns, and even death. The highvoltage systems in yo

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the samebelt. The belt cannot properly spread theimpact forces. In a crash, the two childrencan b

Windshield Wiper FusesThe windshield wiper motor is protected by acircuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheatsdue to heavy snow or ice, the wipe

Fuses UsageFRT/WSW Front Windshield WiperSPARE SpareHTD/SEAT Front Heated SeatsSTR/WHL/ILLUMSteering Wheel IlluminationMSM Memory Seat ModulePWR/MIRRO

Fuses UsageDRL* Daytime Running LampsRADIO RadioPDM Power Mirrors, Liftgate ReleaseDRL 2** Daytime Running Lamps 2INFOTAINMENT Infotainment SystemBCM

Relays UsageLT/PWR/SEAT Driver’s Side Power Seat RelayRT/PWR/SEAT Passenger’s Side Power Seat RelayPWR/WNDW Power Windows RelayPWR/COLUMN Power Steeri

To remove fuses, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out.494

Fuses UsageLT PRK Left Parking LampRT PRK Right Parking LampTRLR PRKLAMPTrailer Parking LampsAIRBAG Airbag SystemPCM IGN Powertrain Control Module Ign

J-Case Fuses UsageFAN 2 Cooling Fan 2PWR L/GATE Power LiftgateFAN 1 Cooling Fan 1HVAC BLWR Climate Control System BlowerSTRTR StarterBATT 2 Battery 2H

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See RecommendedFluids and Lubricants on

✍ NOTES498

Maintenance Schedule ... 500Introduction ... 500Maintenance Requirements ...

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this manual you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is somethingthat could damage your vehicle.A notice te

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper leveland change as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

Using the Maintenance ScheduleWe want to help you keep your vehicle ingood working condition. But we do not knowexactly how you will drive it. You may

When you go to your dealer/retailer for yourservice needs, you will know that trained andsupported service technicians will perform the workusing genu

When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON messageappears, certain services, checks, and inspectionsare required. Required services are describedin the following

Scheduled Maintenance (cont’d)Service Maintenance I Maintenance IIPerform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” inthis se

Additional Required Services (cont’d)Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000(40 000)50,000(80 000)75,000(120 000)100,000(160 000)125,000(200 000)150,000(

Maintenance Footnotes(a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses forproper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing,etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wea

(g) A fluid loss in any vehicle system couldindicate a problem. Have the system inspectedand repaired and the fluid level checked. Add fluidif needed.(h)

At Each Fuel FillIt is important to perform these underhood checksat each fuel fill.Engine Oil Level CheckCheck the engine oil level and add the proper

At Least Once a YearStarter Switch Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection,the vehicle could move suddenly. If thevehicle moves, you or other

Infants and Young ChildrenEveryone in a vehicle needs protection! Thisincludes infants and all other children. Neither thedistance traveled nor the ag

Ignition Transmission Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set,try to turn the ignition to OFF in each shift leverposition.• The ignitio

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name,part number, or specification can be obtained fromyour dealer/retailer.Us

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from yourdealer/retailer.P

Engine Drive Belt Routing3.6L V6 Engine513

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed theservice, and the type of services pe

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed515

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed516

Customer Assistance and Information ... 518Customer Satisfaction Procedure ... 518Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are importantto your dealer and to GMC. Normally, anyc

When contacting GMC, please remember thatyour concern will likely be resolved at a dealer’sfacility. That is why we suggest you followStep One first if

{CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in theirarms while riding in a vehicle. A babydoes not weigh much — until a crash.During a crash a baby will

STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the eventthat you do not feel your concerns have beenaddressed after following the procedure outlined inSteps 1 and 2

Online Owner CenterOnline Owner Center(United States only)The Owner Center is a resource for your GMownership needs. Specific vehicle information canbe

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) UsersTo assist customers who are deaf, hard ofhearing, or speech-impaired and who use theText Telephones (

All Overseas LocationsPlease contact the local General MotorsBusiness Unit.Mexico, Central America andCaribbean Islands/Countries(Except Puerto Rico a

Roadside Assistance ProgramIn the U.S. call, 1-800-GMC-8782(1-800-462-8782).In Canada, call 1-800-268-6800.Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 da

• Emergency Tow From a Public Roadway orHighway: Tow to the nearest dealership/retailer for warranty service or in the event ofa vehicle-disabling acc

• Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance:In the event of a warranty related vehicledisablement, while en route and over250 kilometres from original

GMC and General Motors of Canada Limitedreserve the right to limit services or reimbursementto an owner or driver when, in their solediscretion, the c

Scheduling Service AppointmentsWhen your vehicle requires warranty service,contact your dealer and request an appointment.By scheduling a service appo

Public Transportation or FuelReimbursementIf your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs,and public transportation is used as “shuttleservice”, t

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very closeto, any airbag when it inflates can beseriously injured or killed. Airbags pluslap-shoulder belts of

Collision Damage RepairIf your vehicle is involved in a collision and it isdamaged, have the damage repaired by a qualifiedtechnician using the proper

Insuring Your VehicleProtect your investment in your GM vehicle withcomprehensive and collision insurance coverage.There are significant differences in

• If your vehicle cannot be driven, know wherethe towing service will be taking it. Get acard from the tow truck operator or write downthe driver’s na

Managing the Vehicle DamageRepair ProcessIn the event that your vehicle requires damagerepairs, GM recommends that you take an activerole in its repai

To contact NHTSA, you may call the VehicleSafety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go tohttp://www.safercar.gov; or write to:A

Service Publications OrderingInformationService ManualsService Manuals have the diagnosis and repairinformation on engines, transmission, axlesuspensi

Current and Past Model Order FormsTechnical Service Bulletins and Manuals areavailable for current and past model GM vehicles.To request an order form

Event Data RecordersSome information about your vehicle’sperformance and how it is driven may be recordedon various modules if a crash occurs. Somepeo

OnStarIf your vehicle has OnStar®and you subscribeto the OnStar®services, please refer to theOnStar®Terms and Conditions for informationon data collec

AAccessories and Modifications ... 385Adding Equipment to YourAirbag-Equipped Vehicle ... 91Additives, Fuel

Q: What are the different types of add-onchild restraints?A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased bythe vehicle’s owner, are available in four

Audio System ... 264Audio Steering Wheel Controls ... 325Care of Your CD and DVD Player ...

CCalibration ... 140California Fuel ... 388California Propos

Climate Control System ... 199Dual Automatic ... 203Outlet Adjustment ...

DDaytime Running Lamps/AutomaticHeadlamp System ... 185Defensive Driving ... 330

EngineAir Cleaner/Filter ... 402Check and Service Engine Soon Light ... 226Coolant ...

GGageEngine Coolant Temperature ... 225Fuel ... 231Speedometer ...

IIgnition Positions ... 124Infants and Young Children, Restraints ... 51Inflation - Tire Pressure ...

Light (cont.)Highbeam On ... 230Malfunction Indicator ... 226Oil Pressure ...

Maintenance Schedule (cont.)Maintenance Record ... 514Maintenance Requirements ... 500Normal Maintenan

OutletsAccessory Power ... 197OutsideConvex Mirror ... 144Heated Mirrors ...

{CAUTION:The body structure of a young child isquite unlike that of an adult or older child,for whom the safety belts are designed. Ayoung child’s hip

QQuestions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 28RRadiator Pressure Cap ... 410Radio Frequency Identification (RFID),Priva

Restraint System CheckChecking the Restraint Systems ... 92Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash ...

Service ... 385Accessories and Modifications... 385Adding Equipment to the Outside

TirePressure Light ... 225Tires ... 435Aluminum or Chro

VVehicleControl ... 334Damage Warnings ... 5Loading ...

A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint withthe seating surface against the back of theinfant. The harness system holds the infant inplace an

A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designedto improve the fit of the vehicle’s safety beltsystem. Some booster seats have a shoulder beltpositio

Securing an Add-on Child Restraint inthe Vehicle{CAUTION:A child can be seriously injured or killedin a crash if the child restraint is notproperly se

Securing the Child Within the ChildRestraintThere are several systems for securing the childwithin the child restraint. One system, thethree-point har

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:6

Where to Put the RestraintAccident statistics show that children are saferif they are restrained in the rear rather thanthe front seat.We recommend th

Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint canmove around in a collision or sudden stop andinjure people in the vehicle. Be sure to properlysecure

Lower AnchorsLower anchors (A) are metal bars built into thevehicle. There are two lower anchors for eachLATCH seating position that will accommodate

Your child restraint may have a single tether (A)or a dual tether (C). Either will have a singleattachment (B) to secure the top tether tothe anchor.S

i (Top Tether Anchor):Seating positions withtop tether anchors.j (Lower Anchor):Seating positions withtwo lower anchors.i (Top Tether Anchor):Seating

The top tether anchors are located at the bottomrear of the seatback for each seating positionin the second row. Open the trim cover to accessthe anch

Accident statistics show that children are safer ifthey are restrained in the rear rather than the frontseat. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 6

{CAUTION:Children can be seriously injured orstrangled if a shoulder belt is wrappedaround their neck and the safety beltcontinues to tighten. Secure

1.3. Put the child restraint on the seat.1.4. Attach and tighten the lowerattachments on the child restraint to thelower anchors.2. If the child restr

If the position you areusing has a fixed headrest/restraint andyou are using a dualtether, route thetether around the headrest/restraint.If the positio

Front Seats ... 9Manual Seats ... 9Driver Seat Height A

3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap andshoulder portions of the vehicle’s safety beltthrough or around the restraint. The childrestraint instr

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the childrestraint, pull the shoulder portion of the beltto tighten the lap portion of the belt andfeed the shoul

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat PositionYour vehicle has a right front passenger airbag.A rear seat is a safer place to secure aforw

CAUTION: (Continued)If you need to secure a forward-facingchild restraint in the right front seat,always move the front passenger seat asfar back as i

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release buttonis positioned so you would be able to unbucklethe safety belt quickly if you ever had to.5. Pull the r

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the childrestraint, pull the shoulder portion of the beltto tighten the lap portion of the belt andfeed the shoul

Airbag SystemYour vehicle has the following airbags:• A frontal airbag for the driver.• A frontal airbag for the right front passenger.• A seat-mounte

CAUTION: (Continued)Airbags are “supplemental restraints” tothe safety belts. All airbags are designedto work with safety belts, but do notreplace the

{CAUTION:Airbags inflate with great force, fasterthan the blink of an eye. Anyone who isup against, or very close to, any airbagwhen it inflates can be

The system checks the airbag electrical system formalfunctions. The light tells you if there is anelectrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light onpag

Airbag System ... 76Where Are the Airbags? ... 79When Should an Airbag Inflate? .

The seat-mounted side impact airbags for thedriver and right front passenger are in the side ofthe seatbacks closest to the door.The roof-rail airbags

{CAUTION:If something is between an occupant andan airbag, the airbag might not inflateproperly or it might force the object intothat person causing se

• If the vehicle hits a narrow object (like a pole),the airbags could inflate at a different crashspeed than if the vehicle hits a wide object(like a w

What Makes an Airbag Inflate?In a deployment event, the sensing system sendsan electrical signal triggering a release of gasfrom the inflator. Gas from

What Will You See After an AirbagInflates?After the frontal airbags and seat-mounted sideimpact airbags inflate, they quickly deflate,so quickly that som

In many crashes severe enough to inflate theairbag, windshields are broken by vehicledeformation. Additional windshield breakagemay also occur from the

The passenger sensing system will turn off theright front passenger’s frontal airbag andseat-mounted side impact airbag under certainconditions. The d

CAUTION: (Continued)If you need to secure a forward-facingchild restraint in the right front seat,always move the front passenger seat asfar back as i

Also make sure the child restraint is not trappedunder the vehicle head restraint. If this happens,adjust the head restraint. See Head Restraintson pa

Safety belts help keep the passenger in positionon the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking,which helps the passenger sensing systemmaintain the

Front SeatsManual Seats{CAUTION:You can lose control of the vehicle if youtry to adjust a manual driver’s seat whilethe vehicle is moving. The suddenm

You may want to consider not using seat coversor other aftermarket equipment. See AddingEquipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle onpage 91 for more i

Adding Equipment to YourAirbag-Equipped VehicleQ: Is there anything I might add to theexterior of the vehicle that could keep theairbags from working

Restraint System CheckChecking the Restraint SystemsSafety BeltsNow and then, make sure the safety belt reminderlight and all your belts, buckles, lat

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systemsin your vehicle. A damaged restraintsystem may not prope

✍ NOTES94

Keys ... 97Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ... 98Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

Mirrors ... 140Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar®... 140Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror w

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with theignition key is dangerous for manyreasons, children or others could be badlyinjured or even killed.

Your vehicle has onedouble-sided key for theignition and all doorlocks.If you ever lose your keys, your dealer/retailer willbe able to assist you with

This device complies with RSS-210 of IndustryCanada. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions:1. This device may not cause interference.2.