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GMC Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual - 2012

9-54 Driving and Operating

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Contents1
Symbols4
Warnings4
Vehicle Symbol Chart5
In Brief7
Instrument Panel8
Initial Drive Information10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System10
Remote Vehicle Start10
Starting the Vehicle10
Canceling a Remote Start11
Door Locks11
Liftgate11
Power Door Locks11
Manual Seats12
Power Liftgate12
Seat Adjustment12
Windows12
Power Seats13
To Adjust a Manual Seat13
Easy Exit Driver Seat14
Memory Features14
Storing Memory Positions14
Second Row Seats15
Third Rowseats15
Head Restraint Adjustment16
Heated and Ventilated Seats16
Passenger Sensing System17
Safety Belts17
Exterior Mirrors18
Folding Mirrors18
Mirror Adjustment18
Dome Lamp Override19
Interior Lighting19
Interior Mirror19
Steering Wheel Adjustment19
Exterior Lighting20
Reading Lamps20
Windshield Wiper/Washer20
Climate Controls21
Rear Window Wiper/Washer21
Windshield Washer21
Dual Automatic Climate Control System22
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode22
Transmission22
Radio23
Storing a Favorite Station23
Vehicle Features23
Portable Audio Devices24
Satellite Radio24
Setting the Clock24
XM Satellite Radio Service24
Bluetooth25
Steering Wheel Controls25
Cruise Control26
Navigation System26
Ultrasonic Parking Assist26
Power Outlets27
Storage Compartments27
Sunroof27
Manual Sunshade28
Performance and Maintenance28
Stabilitrak System28
Tire Pressure Monitor28
Engine Oil Life System29
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit29
Driving for Better Fuel Economy30
Onstar31
Keys, Doors and Windows33
Keys34
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation35
Battery Replacement36
Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle36
Starting the Engine Using Remote Start37
Extending Engine Run Time38
Conditions in Which the Remote Start will Not Work39
Shutting the Engine off after a Remote Start39
Delayed Locking40
Automatic Door Locks41
Lockout Protection41
Safety Locks41
Doors42
Manual Liftgate42
Manual Operation of Power Liftgate44
Obstacle Detection Features44
Anti-Theft Alarm System45
Vehicle Security45
Immobilizer Operation46
Testing the Alarm46
Convex Mirrors48
Power Mirrors48
Heated Mirrors49
Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors49
Automatic Dimming Mirror50
Blind Spot Mirrors50
Driving the Blind Spot Mirror50
Interior Mirrors51
Manual Rearview Mirror51
Park Tilt Mirrors51
Using the Outside Mirror with the Blind Spot Mirror51
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror52
Power Windows53
Anti-Pinch Feature54
Express-Up/Express-Down Windows54
Programming the Power Windows54
Rear Window Lockout54
Sun Visors55
Visor Vanity Mirror55
Seats and Restraints57
Head Restraints58
Front Seats59
Lumbar Adjustment60
Manual Lumbar60
Power Seat Adjustment60
Reclining Seatbacks61
Manual Reclining Seatbacks62
Memory Seats63
Power Reclining Seatbacks63
Memory Remote Recall64
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats65
Remote Start Heated Seats65
Entering and Exiting the Third Row66
Rear Seats66
Folding the Seatback67
Reclining the Seatbacks67
Returning the Seat to the Seating Position67
Adjusting the Seats68
Third Row Seats68
Installing the Third Row Seats70
Removing the Third Row Seats70
Why Safety Belts Work71
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly72
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts72
Lap-Shoulder Belt73
Safety Belt Pretensioners75
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster75
Outboard Positions76
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides76
Third Row Center Position76
Safety Belt Extender78
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy78
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash79
Safety Belt Care79
Safety System Check79
Airbag System80
Where Are the Airbags?82
When Should an Airbag Inflate?83
How Does an Airbag Restrain?85
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?85
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates?85
If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint89
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation90
If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant90
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle91
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle92
Airbag System Check93
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash93
Child Restraints94
Older Children94
Infants and Young Children96
Child Restraint Systems98
Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle99
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint100
Where to Put the Restraint100
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children102
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations103
Top Tether Anchor103
Replacing Latch System Parts after a Crash109
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)110
Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Passenger Seat)112
Cupholders115
Glove Box115
Instrument Panel Storage115
Armrest Storage116
Center Console Storage116
Floor Console Storage117
Additional Storage Features118
Cargo Cover118
Cargo Management System118
Cargo Tie-Downs118
Convenience Net119
Roof Rack System119
Table of Contents121
Instruments and Controls121
Steering Wheel Adjustment122
Steering Wheel Controls122
Instruments and Controls123
- Horn125
- Washer Fluid Low Add Fluid125
- Compass126
- Compass Zone126
- Rear Window126
- Wiper/Washer126
- Compass Calibration127
- Clock128
- To Adjust the Time and Date128
- Power Outlets129
- Power Outlet 120 Volt Alternating Current130
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators131
- Instrument Cluster132
- Speedometer133
- Odometer133
- Tachometer133
Fuel Gauge133
- Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge134
- Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light135
Safety Belt Reminders135
Voltmeter Gauge135
Airbag Readiness Light136
- Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light136
- Passenger Airbag Status Indicator137
Charging System Light138
- Malfunction Indicator Lamp138
- Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs140
- Brake System Warning Light141
- Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light142
Stabilitrak ® Indicator Light142
Tow/Haul Mode Light142
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light143
Tire Pressure Light143
Engine Oil Pressure Light144
Security Light144
Cruise Control Light145
Driver Information Center145
Front Fog Lamp Light145
High-Beam on Light145
Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) (with DIC Buttons)145
- DIC Buttons146
- Vehicle Information Menu Items146
- Front Tires or Rear Tires147
- Park Assist147
- Units147
- Trip/Fuel Menu Items148
- AVG (Average) ECONOMY149
- Range149
- Driver Information Center (DIC) (Without DIC Buttons)150
- Fuel Used150
- Trip Odometer Reset Stem Menu Items150
- Display Language152
Head-Up Display (HUD)153
- Care of the HUD156
- If the HUD Image Is Not Clear156
- Battery Voltage and Charging Messages157
- Service Battery Charging System157
Vehicle Messages157
Brake System Messages158
Cruise Control Messages158
Door Ajar Messages158
- Passenger Door Open158
- Engine Cooling System Messages159
- Engine Overheated Idle Engine159
- Engine Overheated Stop Engine159
- Right Rear Door Open159
- Change Engine Oil Soon160
Engine Oil Messages160
Engine Power Messages160
Fuel System Messages160
Key and Lock Messages161
Lamp Messages161
- Object Detection System Messages161
- Tighten Gas Cap161
- Airbag System Messages162
- Service Vehicle Messages163
- Tire Messages163
- Transmission Messages164
- Vehicle Reminder Messages165
- Vehicle Speed Messages165
- Washer Fluid Messages165
- (With DIC Buttons)166
Vehicle Personalization166
Universal Remote System174
- Universal Remote System Programming174
- Programming the Universal Home Remote System175
- Gate Operator and Canadian Programming177
- Universal Remote System Operation177
- Erasing Universal Remote Buttons178
- Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote Button178
- Exterior Lamp Controls179
- Lighting179
- Flash-To-Pass180
- Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer180
- Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)/Automatic Headlamp System181
- Delayed Headlamps181
- Hazard Warning Flashers182
- Turn and Lane-Change Signals182
- Turn Signal on Chime182
- Courtesy Lamps183
- Dome Lamps183
- Fog Lamps183
- Instrument Panel Illumination Control183
- Delayed Entry Lighting184
- Entry Lighting184
- Lighting Features184
- Battery Load Management185
- Delayed Exit Lighting185
- Parade Dimming185
- Battery Power Protection186
- Infotainment System187
- Navigation/Radio System188
- Operation188
- Theft-Deterrent Feature188
- Playing the Radio190
- Speed Compensated Volume190
- Bass/MID/Treb191
- Setting the Tone191
- Adjusting the Speakers192
- Radio Messages192
- AM-FM Radio193
- Finding a Station193
- Radio Data System (RDS)193
- Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite193
- Finding a Category (CAT) Station195
- XM Radio Messages196
- Am198
- Cellular Phone Usage198
- Fm198
- Radio Reception198
- Audio Players199
- CD Player199
- Multi-Band Antenna199
- Care of Cds200
- Care of the CD Player200
- CD/DVD Player201
- CD Messages205
- Playing a DVD205
- DVD-V (Video) Display Buttons206
- DVD-A (Audio) Display Buttons207
- Ejecting a Disc208
- Inserting a Disc208
- Stopping and Resuming Playback208
- DVD Error Messages209
- MP3 (Radios with CD/USB)209
- Empty Folder210
- Order of Play210
- Root Directory210
- USB Supported File and Folder Structure210
- File System and Naming211
- Playing a CD-R or CD-RW MP3211
- Preprogrammed Playlists211
- Connecting a USB Storage Device or Ipod212
- Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod213
- Using the Radio to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod213
- Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs215
- Mp3215
- Repeat Functionality215
- Shuffle Functionality215
- Playing an MP3/WMA File from a Disc218
- Auxiliary Devices222
- Using the USB Port223
- Before Driving224
- Parental Control224
- Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System224
- Rear Seat Infotainment224
- Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks226
- Audio Output227
- How to Change the RSE Video Screen Settings227
- Video Screen227
- Remote Control228
- Remote Control Buttons228
- Tips and Troubleshooting Chart231
- Cleaning the RSE Overhead Console232
- Cleaning the Video Screen232
- DVD Display Error Messages232
- DVD Distortion232
- Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System233
- Rear Audio Controller (RAC)234
- Phone235
- Audio System236
- Bluetooth Controls236
- Voice Recognition236
- Connecting to a Different Phone238
- Deleting a Paired Phone238
- Listing All Paired and Connected Phones238
- Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers238
- Listing Stored Numbers239
- Making a Call239
- Using the "Digit Store" Command239
- Using the "Store" Command239
- Call Waiting240
- Receiving a Call240
- Ending a Call241
- Muting a Call241
- Three-Way Calling241
- Transferring a Call241
- Clearing the System242
- Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones242
- Other Information242
- Voice Pass-Thru242
- Climate Control Systems245
- Rear Window Defogger247
- Automatic Operation249
- Display Function249
- Drive Side Temperature Control250
- Manual Operation250
- Temperature Control250
- Air Conditioning251
- Sensors253
- Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate Control)254
- Air Vents256
- Maintenance257
- Passenger Compartment Air Filter257
- Driving and Operating259
- Distracted Driving260
- Driving Information260
- Braking261
- Control of a Vehicle261
- Defensive Driving261
- Drunk Driving261
- Curve Tips262
- Hydraulic Power Steering262
- Steering262
- Variable Effort Steering262
- Loss of Control263
- Off-Road Recovery263
- Driving on Wet Roads264
- Hydroplaning264
- Other Rainy Weather Tips264
- Highway Hypnosis265
- Hill and Mountain Roads265
- Blizzard Conditions266
- Driving on Snow or Ice266
- Winter Driving266
- If the Vehicle Is Stuck268
- Rocking the Vehicle to Get It out268
- Vehicle Load Limits268
- Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit269
- Tire and Loading Information Label269
- Certification/Tire Label272
- New Vehicle Break-In273
- Starting and Operating273
- Ignition Positions274
- Key Lock Release275
- Starting Procedure276
- Starting the Engine276
- Engine Heater277
- To Use the Engine Coolant Heater277
- Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running278
- Retained Accessory Power (RAP)278
- Shifting into Park278
- Shifting out of Park279
- Torque Lock279
- Engine Exhaust280
- Parking over Things that Burn280
- Automatic Transmission281
- Running the Vehicle While Parked281
- Manual Mode283
- Tow/Haul Mode284
- Antilock Brake System (ABS)285
- Automatic Engine Grade Braking285
- Drive Systems285
- Braking in Emergencies286
- Parking Brake286
- Using ABS286
- Brake Assist287
- Hill Start Assist (HSA)287
- Ride Control Systems288
- Traction Control Operation289
- Setting Cruise Control290
- Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control291
- Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control291
- Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control291
- Resuming a Set Speed291
- Object Detection Systems292
- Turning the System on and off292
- Rear Vision Camera (RVC)293
- Turning the Rear Vision Camera System off or on294
- Vehicles with Navigation System294
- Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast of the Screen295
- Rear Vision Camera Location296
- When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly297
- California Fuel Requirements298
- Fuel298
- Gasoline Specifications298
- Recommended Fuel298
- Fuel Additives299
- Fuels in Foreign Countries299
- Filling the Tank300
- Filling a Portable Fuel Container302
- General Towing Information302
- Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips303
- Driving with a Trailer304
- Pulling a Trailer304
- Towing with a Stability Control System304
- Backing up305
- Following Distance305
- Passing305
- Driving on Grades306
- Making Turns306
- Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer306
- Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing307
- Leaving after Parking on a Hill307
- Maintenance When Trailer Towing307
- Trailer Towing307
- Weight of the Trailer Tongue308
- Hitches309
- Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires309
- Towing Equipment309
- Safety Chains310
- Trailer Brakes310
- Trailer Wiring Harness310
- Weight-Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches310
- Add-On Electrical Equipment311
- Conversions and Add-Ons311
- Electric Trailer Brake Control Wiring Provisions311
- Vehicle Care313
- General Information314
- Accessories and Modifications315
- Hood316
- Vehicle Checks316
- Engine Compartment Overview318
- Checking Engine Oil320
- Engine Cover320
- Engine Oil320
- Selecting the Right Engine Oil321
- Specification321
- When to Add Engine Oil321
- Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes322
- Viscosity Grade322
- What to Do with Used Oil322
- How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System323
- Automatic Transmission Fluid324
- Engine Air Cleaner/Filter324
- How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter324
- When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter324
- Cooling System326
- Engine Coolant326
- What to Use327
- Checking Coolant328
- How to Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank328
- How to Add Coolant to the Radiator329
- Engine Overheating330
- If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment331
- If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment331
- Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode332
- How to Check Power Steering Fluid333
- Power Steering Fluid333
- When to Check Power Steering Fluid333
- Adding Washer Fluid334
- Brakes334
- Washer Fluid334
- Brake Adjustment335
- Brake Pedal Travel335
- Replacing Brake System Parts335
- Brake Fluid336
- Battery337
- Vehicle Storage337
- All-Wheel Drive338
- Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check338
- Starter Switch Check338
- Ignition Transmission Lock Check339
- Park Brake and P ( Park) Mechanism Check339
- Backglass Wiper Blade340
- Headlamp Aiming340
- Windshield Replacement340
- Wiper Blade Replacement340
- Bulb Replacement341
- LED Lighting341
- License Plate Lamp341
- Replacement Bulbs341
- Electrical System342
- Electrical System Overload342
- Headlamp Wiring342
- High Voltage Devices and Wiring342
- Engine Compartment Fuse Block343
- Fuses and Circuit Breakers343
- Instrument Panel Fuse Block346
- Fuse Side347
- Relay Side348
- Wheels and Tires349
- Tire Sidewall Labeling350
- Tire Designations352
- Tire Size352
- Tire Terminology and Definitions352
- Tire Pressure356
- Tire Pressure Monitor System357
- Tire Pressure Monitor Operation358
- TPMS Malfunction Light and Message360
- TPMS Sensor Matching Process360
- Tire Inspection362
- Tire Rotation362
- When It Is Time for New Tires363
- Buying New Tires364
- Different Size Tires and Wheels366
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading366
- Traction - AA, A, B, C367
- Treadwear367
- Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance368
- Wheel Replacement368
- Tire Chains369
- Used Replacement Wheels369
- If a Tire Goes Flat370
- Tire Sealant373
- Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister379
- Removing Tools380
- Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit380
- Tire Changing380
- Removing the Spare Tire381
- Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire382
- Storing the Spare Tire386
- Storing the Flat Tire387
- Storing the Tools388
- Compact Spare Tire389
- Jump Starting390
- Jumper Cable Removal393
- Recreational Vehicle Towing394
- Towing the Vehicle394
- Dinghy Towing395
- Dolly Towing396
- Towing the Vehicle from the Rear397
- Appearance Care398
- Exterior Care398
- Finish Care398
- Washing the Vehicle398
- Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses and Emblems399
- Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts399
- Tires399
- Windshield and Wiper Blades399
- Body Component Lubrication400
- Sheet Metal Damage400
- Underbody Maintenance400
- Wheels and Trim - Aluminum or Chrome400
- Chemical Paint Spotting401
- Finish Damage401
- Interior Care401
- Fabric/Carpet402
- Interior Glass402
- Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces403
- Button Retainer404
- Floor Mats404
- Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat404
- Knob Retainer405
- Service and Maintenance407
- Engine Oil Change409
- Maintenance Schedule409
- Tire Rotation and Required Services409
- Additional Maintenance and Care415
- Fluids416
- Hoses416
- Lamps416
- Shocks and Struts416
- Windshield417
- Wiper Blades417
- Recommended Fluids and Lubricants418
- Maintenance Replacement Parts419
- Engine Identification423
- Technical Data423
- Vehicle Identification423
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)423
- Capacities and Specifications424
- Vehicle Data424
- Engine Drive Belt Routing425
- Customer Information427
- Additional Program Information441
- Courtesy Rental Vehicle441
- Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement441
- Collision Parts442
- Insuring the Vehicle442
- Repair Facility442
- If a Crash Occurs443
- Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process443
- Reporting Safety Defects445
- Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy446
- Event Data Recorders447
- Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)448
- Radio Frequency Statement448
- Onstar Overview449
- Emergency450
- Navigation450
- Onstar Services450
- Security450
- Cancel Route451
- Repeat451
- Route Preview451
- Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route451
- Connections452
- End a Call452
- Hands-Free Calling452
- Retrieve My Number452
- Diagnostics453
- How Onstar Service Works453
- Onstar Additional Information453
- Transferring Service453
- TTY Users454
- Index457

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