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GMC 2013 GMC Sierra User Manual

GMC 2013 GMC Sierra
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GMC Sierra Owner Manual - 2013 - crc - 8/14/12
2013 GMC Sierra Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-7
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-31
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-38
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-46
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-54
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-10
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-38
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-49
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-56
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-23
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-31
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-32
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-53
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-56
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-59
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-65
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-71
Conversions and
Add-Ons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-101
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-34
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-34
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-46

Table of Contents

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GMC 2013 GMC Sierra Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGMC
Model2013 GMC Sierra
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Details the layout and components of the vehicle's instrument panel for different versions.

Initial Drive Information

Provides a brief overview of key features for new drivers, referring to detailed sections.

Vehicle Features

Covers various vehicle features like radio, satellite radio, portable audio devices, and Bluetooth connectivity.

Performance and Maintenance

Discusses vehicle performance aspects and essential maintenance information for optimal operation.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Explains the use of keys, keyless entry systems, and door lock operations.

Doors

Details operations for rear doors and the tailgate, including safety features.

Vehicle Security

Covers vehicle security features like the alarm system and immobilizer operation.

Exterior Mirrors

Describes adjustment, folding, heating, and tilt features for exterior mirrors.

Interior Mirrors

Explains the adjustment and operation of manual and automatic dimming rearview mirrors.

Windows

Details manual and power window operations, including express-down features.

Roof

Covers the operation and features of the sunroof for both extended and crew cab models.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Explains how to adjust head restraints for proper seating positions and safety in a crash.

Front Seats

Covers seat adjustment, center seat features, power seat adjustments, and lumbar support.

Rear Seats

Details how to fold rear seats for cargo space and includes safety notices.

Safety Belts

Provides essential information on proper safety belt usage, types, and care.

Airbag System

Explains airbag locations, inflation, restraint, and system servicing for safety.

Child Restraints

Offers guidance on securing older children, infants, and young children in appropriate restraints.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Details various storage areas in the vehicle, including instrument panel storage, glove box, and console storage.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Covers steering wheel adjustment, steering wheel controls, horn, and windshield wiper/washer operation.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explains the function and meaning of various warning lights, gauges, and indicators on the instrument cluster.

Information Displays

Details the Driver Information Center (DIC) and its various display messages and customization options.

Vehicle Messages

Lists and explains various vehicle messages, including battery, brake, engine, and fuel system alerts.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Covers exterior lamp controls, headlamp operation, flash-to-pass, DRLs, and hazard warning flashers.

Interior Lighting

Explains instrument panel illumination, cargo lamps, dome lamps, and reading lamps.

Lighting Features

Details entry lighting, exit lighting, and battery load management features for vehicle lighting.

Infotainment System

Introduction

Introduces the infotainment system and guides users to relevant sections for features.

Radio

Explains AM/FM radio operation, satellite radio, reception, and antenna types.

Audio Players

Covers CD, CD/DVD, and auxiliary device playback options.

Rear Seat Infotainment

Details the Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) and Rear Seat Audio (RSA) systems, including headphone use.

Phone

Explains Bluetooth connectivity, voice recognition, and phone pairing procedures.

Trademarks and License Agreements

Lists trademarks and license agreements related to the infotainment system components.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Details the operation of climate control systems, including AC and manual/automatic modes.

Air Vents

Explains the function and operation of various air outlets and provides tips for optimal airflow.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Covers essential driving practices like defensive driving, avoiding distraction, and general vehicle control.

Starting and Operating

Provides guidance on new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, starting the engine, and accessory power usage.

Engine Exhaust

Discusses engine exhaust systems, potential hazards like carbon monoxide, and proper vehicle ventilation.

Automatic Transmission

Explains transmission operation, manual mode, and Tow/Haul mode for optimal performance.

Drive Systems

Details four-wheel-drive systems, front axle engagement, and manual transfer case operation.

Brakes

Covers antilock brake systems, parking brakes, brake assist, and hill start assist features.

Ride Control Systems

Explains the StabiliTrak system, its operation, and related warning lights and messages.

Cruise Control

Provides instructions on how to use, set, resume, and disengage the cruise control system.

Object Detection Systems

Details ultrasonic parking assist and rear vision camera systems for parking assistance.

Fuel

Covers fuel types, recommended fuel, gasoline specifications, and California fuel requirements.

Vehicle Care

General Information

Guides users to dealers for service and parts, emphasizing genuine GM parts.

Vehicle Checks

Provides instructions for performing basic service work and safety checks on the vehicle.

Headlamp Aiming

Explains that headlamp aim is preset and may need dealer adjustment after a crash.

Bulb Replacement

Details the proper types of replacement bulbs and where to find procedure information.

Electrical System

Covers electrical system overloads, fuses, and circuit breakers for vehicle protection.

Engine Compartment Fuse Block

Locates and describes the engine compartment fuse block for accessing fuses.

Instrument Panel Fuse Block

Locates and describes the instrument panel fuse block for accessing fuses.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Explains the importance of maintenance for vehicle performance, fuel economy, and emissions.

Maintenance Schedule

Outlines owner checks, services at fuel stops, monthly checks, and required services based on mileage.

Special Application Services

Details services required for extreme conditions, dual wheels, and commercial use.

Additional Maintenance and Care

Covers battery, belts, brakes, and fluids as important aspects of vehicle care.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

Lists recommended fluids, lubricants, and parts, including part numbers for replacement items.

Maintenance Replacement Parts

Provides a table of common replacement parts like filters and spark plugs with part numbers.

Maintenance Records

Offers a template for recording vehicle service history and receipts.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Explains how to locate and interpret the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and service parts label.

Vehicle Data

Provides approximate capacities and specifications for various vehicle fluids and systems.

Engine Specifications

Details engine specifications, VIN codes, and spark plug gaps for different engine models.

Customer Information

Customer Information

Outlines the customer satisfaction procedure for US and Canadian owners, including steps for resolving concerns.

Roadside Assistance Program

Details the services provided by the Roadside Assistance program for U.S., Canadian, and Mexican owners.

Reporting Safety Defects

Explains how to report safety defects to US, Canadian, and General Motors authorities.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Discusses the vehicle's event data recorder (EDR) and privacy considerations for recorded data.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

Introduces the comprehensive in-vehicle OnStar system and its status indicator lights.

OnStar Services

Details the various OnStar services like Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, and Diagnostics.

OnStar Additional Information

Provides further information on transferring service, reactivation, and how OnStar works.

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