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

Mexico-6014315) - 2014 - CRC - 4/12/13

In Brief 1-15

Climate Controls

1. Fan Control

2. REAR (Rear Climate Control)

3. Temperature Control

4. Recirculation

5. Air Delivery Mode Control

6. Air Conditioning

7. Rear Window Defogger

Table of Contents

Contents1
Danger Warnings and Cautions3
Symbols4
Vehicle Symbol Chart4
Table of Contents7
In Brief7
Instrument Panel8
Instrument Panel9
- Initial Drive Information10
- Remote Keyless Entry System10
- Remote Vehicle Start10
- Starting the Vehicle10
- Canceling a Remote Start11
- Door Locks11
- Power Door Locks11
Liftgate11
- Remote Vehicle Start11
- Manual Seats12
- Power Liftgate12
Windows12
Seat Adjustment12
- Power Seats13
- Memory Features14
Second Row Seats14
Third Row Seats14
- Heated and Cooled Front Seats15
- Head Restraint Adjustment15
- Passenger Sensing System16
- Mirror Adjustment16
- Exterior Mirrors16
Safety Belts16
- Folding Mirrors17
- Interior Mirror17
- Manual Rearview Mirror17
- Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror17
- Dome Lamp Override18
- Steering Wheel Adjustment18
- Interior Lighting18
- Exterior Lighting19
- Reading Lamps19
Windshield Wiper/Washer20
Rear Window Wiper/Washer20
Climate Controls21
- Dual Automatic Climate Control System22
- Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode22
Transmission22
- Radio23
- Vehicle Features23
- Adjustment24
- Cruise Control26
- Infotainment System26
- Steering Wheel Controls26
- Alert (SBZA)27
- Camera (RVC)27
- Warning (LDW)27
- Manual Sunshade28
- Sunroof28
Satellite Radio24
Tire Pressure Monitor29
Engine Oil Life System29
- Driving for Better Fuel Economy30
- Onstar ®30
- Program30
  - Keys, Doors, and Windows31
  - Keys32
  - Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System32
  - Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation33
  - Battery Replacement34
  - Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle34
- Remote Vehicle Start34
  - Extending Engine Run Time35
  - Starting the Engine Using Remote Start35
  - Conditions in Which the Remote Start will Not Work36
- Keys, Doors, and Windows36
- Automatic Door Locks37
- Delayed Locking37
- Lockout Protection37
- Power Door Locks37
- Doors38
- Liftgate38
- Safety Locks38
  - Manual Liftgate39
  - Obstacle Detection Features40
  - Power Liftgate Touch Pad40
  - Manual Operation of Power Liftgate41
- Vehicle Alarm System42
- Vehicle Security42
- Immobilizer Operation43
  - Testing the Alarm43
  - To Program the New Additional Key44
- Convex Mirrors45
- Exterior Mirrors45
- Power Mirrors45
- To Adjust the Mirrors45
- Automatic Dimming Mirror46
- Blind Spot Mirrors46
- Heated Mirrors46
  - Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors46
  - Driving with the Blind Spot Mirror47
  - Park Tilt Mirrors47
  - Using the Outside Mirror with the Blind Spot Mirror47
- Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror48
- Interior Mirrors48
- Interior Rearview Mirrors48
- Manual Rearview Mirror48
- Windows48
- Express-Up/Express-Down Windows49
- Power Windows49
  - Programming the Power Windows49
  - Anti-Pinch Feature50
  - Rear Window Lockout50
- Sun Visors50
- Visor Vanity Mirror50
- Roof51
- Sunroof51
  - Seats and Restraints53
  - Front Seats54
  - Head Restraints54
  - Rear Seats55
  - Lumbar Adjustment56
  - Manual Lumbar56
  - Power Seat Adjustment56
  - Power Lumbar57
  - Reclining Seatbacks57
  - Manual Reclining Seatbacks58
  - Power Reclining Seatbacks58
  - Memory Remote Recall59
  - Memory Seats59
  - Storing Memory Positions59
  - Easy Exit Driver Seat60
  - Entering and Exiting the Third Row62
  - Returning the Seat to the Seating Position62
  - Folding the Seatbac63
  - Third Row Seats63
  - Installing the Third Row Seats65
  - Removing the Third Row Seats65
  - How to Wear Safety Belts Properly67
  - Questions and Answers about Safety Belts67
  - Why Safety Belts Work67
  - Lap-Sohulder Belt68
  - Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster70
  - Outboard Positions71
  - Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides71
  - Safety Belt Pretensioners71
  - Third Row Center Position72
  - Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy73
  - Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash74
  - Safety Belt Care74
  - Safety Belt Extender74
  - Safety System Check74
  - Airbag System75
  - Where Are the Airbags?77
  - When Should an Airbag Inflate?79
  - How Does an Airbag Restrain?80
  - What Makes an Airbag Inflate?80
  - If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint84
  - If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant85
  - Additional Factors Affecting System Operation86
  - Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle87
  - Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle87
  - Airbag System Check88
  - Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash88
  - Child Restraints89
  - Older Children89
  - Infants and Young Children91
  - Booster Seats94
  - Child Restraint Systems94
  - Forward-Facing Child Seat94
  - Rear-Facing Infant Seat94
  - Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle95
  - Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint95
  - Where to Put the Restraint95
  - Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children97
  - Lower Anchors98
  - Top Tether Anchor98
  - Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations99
  - Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System100
  - Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash104
  - Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)104
  - Securing Child Restraints106
  - Instrument Panel Storage111
  - Storage Compartments111
  - Armrest Storage112
  - Center Console Storage112
  - Cupholders112
  - Glove Box112
  - Additional Storage Features113
  - Cargo Cover113
  - Cargo Management System113
  - Cargo Tie-Downs113
  - Convenience Net114
  - Roof Rack System115
  - Instruments and Controls117
- Instruments and Controls118
- Steering Wheel Adjustment118
- Steering Wheel Controls118
- Horn119
- Windshield Wiper/Washer119
- Compass120
- Compass Zone120
- Rear Window Wiper120
- Washer120
  - Compass Calibration121
  - Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure121
- Clock122
- Compass Calibration Procedure122
- Power Outlets123
  - Set Date123
  - Power Outlet 120 Volt Alternating Current124
- Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators125
- Instrument Cluster126
- Fuel Gauge127
- Odometer127
- Speedometer127
- Tachometer127
- Engine Coolant Temperature128
- Voltmeter Gauge128
  - Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light129
  - Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light129
- Safety Belt Reminders129
- Airbag Readiness Light130
- Passenger Airbag Status Indicator130
- Charging System Light131
  - Malfunction Indicator Lamp132
  - Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs134
  - Brake System Warning Light135
  - Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light136
  - Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light136
- Tow/Haul Mode Light136
- Engine Coolant Temperature137
- Stabilitrak ® Indicator Light137
- Tire Pressure Light137
- Vehicle Ahead Indicator137
- Engine Oil Pressure Light138
- When the Light Is on Steady138
- Front Fog Lamp Light139
- High-Beam on Light139
- Security Light139
- Cruise Control Light140
- Driver Information Center (DIC)140
- Information Displays Driver Information140
  - DIC Buttons141
  - Vehicle Information Menu Items141
  - Park Assist142
  - Rear Cross Traffic Alert142
  - Compass Recalibration143
  - Compass Zone Setting143
  - Trip/Fuel Menu Items143
  - Units143
  - AVG (Average) ECONOMY144
  - Range144
  - Timer144
  - AVG (Average) SPEED145
  - Fuel Used145
- Head-Up Display (HUD)145
  - Care of the HUD149
  - HUD Troubleshooting149
- Vehicle Messages149
  - Battery Low Start150
  - Battery Voltage and Charging Messages150
- Brake System Messages150
- Cruise Control Messages150
- Door Ajar Messages151
  - Driver Door Open151
  - Engine Cooling System Messages151
  - Hood Open151
  - Change Engine Oil Soon152
- Engine Oil Messages152
  - Engine Overheated Idle Engine152
  - Engine Overheated Stop Engine152
- Engine Power Messages153
- Fuel System Messages153
- Key and Lock Messages153
- Lamp Messages153
  - Lane Departure Sys Unavailable154
  - Object Detection System Messages154
  - Park Assist off154
  - Turn Signal on154
  - Service Front Camera155
  - Service Park Assist155
  - Service Side Detection System155
  - Side Blind Zone Alert System off155
- Airbag System Messages156
- Ride Control System Messages156
- Security Messages156
  - Traction Control off156
  - Service Power Steering157
- Service Vehicle Messages157
  - Service Vehicle Soon157
  - Tire Messages157
  - Service All Wheel Drive158
  - Service Tire Monitor System158
  - Tire Learning Active158
  - Transmission Messages158
  - Service Transmission159
  - Vehicle Reminder Messages159
  - Vehicle Speed Messages159
  - Washer Fluid Messages159
  - Display Language160
  - Entering the Feature Settings Menu160
  - Feature Settings Menu Items160
  - Vehicle Personalization160
  - Auto Door Lock161
  - Auto Door Unlock161
  - Remote Door Lock161
  - Delay Door Lock162
  - Remote Door Unlock162
  - Approach Lighting163
  - Exit Lighting163
  - Chime Volume164
  - Easy Exit Seat165
  - Memory Seat Recall165
  - Exit Feature Settings166
  - Remote Start166
  - Exiting the Feature Settings Menu167
  - Universal Remote System Programming167
  - Programming the Universal Remote System168
  - To Program up to Three Devices168
  - Erasing Universal Remote System Buttons170
  - Universal Remote System Operation170
  - Exterior Lamp Controls171
  - Daytime Running Lamps/Automatic Headlamp System172
  - Flash-To-Pass172
  - Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer172
  - Delayed Headlamps173
  - Hazard Warning Flashers173
  - Fog Lamps174
  - Turn and Lane-Change Signals174
  - Turn Signal on Chime174
  - Courtesy Lamps175
  - Dome Lamps175
  - Instrument Panel Illumination Control175
  - Entry Lighting176
  - Lighting Features176
  - Battery Load Management177
  - Delayed Entry Lighting177
  - Delayed Exit Lighting177
  - Parade Dimming177
  - Battery Power Protection178
  - Infotainment179
  - Theft-Deterrent Feature180
  - Home Page182
  - Touchscreen Buttons182
  - Home Page Features183
  - AM-FM Radio184
  - English or Metric Units184
  - Infotainment System Settings184
  - Playing the Radio184
  - Finding a Station185
  - Seeking a Station185
  - Fm186
  - Siriusxm186
  - Mixed-Band Presets187
  - Recalling a Preset Station187
  - Adding or Removing Siriusxm Categories188
  - Siriusxm Categories188
  - Siriusxm Messages188
  - Am189
  - Radio Reception189
  - Audio Players190
  - CD Player190
  - Cell Phone Usage190
  - Multi-Band Antenna190
  - Error Messages191
  - Playing an Audio CD191
  - MP3 Audio192
  - Playing an MP3 CD192
  - Empty Folders193
  - File System and Naming193
  - No Folder193
  - Root Directory193
  - Artists194
  - Folders194
  - Music Navigator194
  - Playlists194
  - Albums195
  - Composers195
  - Genres195
  - Auxiliary Devices196
  - USB Supported Devices196
  - Using the USB Port196
  - Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System197
  - Rear Seat Infotainment197
  - Rear Audio Controller (RAC)198
  - Phone199
  - Bluetooth Controls200
  - Pairing200
  - Voice Recognition200
  - Deleting a Paired Phone201
  - Listing All Paired and Connected Phones201
  - Pairing a Phone201
  - Connecting to a Different Phone202
  - Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers202
  - Using the "Digit Store" Command202
  - Using the "Store" Command202
  - Calling 911 Emergency203
  - Listing Stored Numbers203
  - Making a Call203
  - Using the "Delete" Commands203
  - Call Waiting204
  - Ending a Call204
  - Receiving a Call204
  - Three-Way Calling204
  - Muting a Call205
  - Transferring a Call205
  - Voice Pass-Thru205
  - Clearing the System206
  - Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Tones206
  - Settings206
  - Display208
  - Phone Settings208
  - Radio Settings208
  - Climate Control Systems211
  - Rear Window Defogger213
  - Automatic Operation214
  - Display Function214
  - Driver Side Temperature Control215
  - Passenger Side Temperature Control215
  - Temperature Control215
  - Air Conditioning216
  - Manual Operation216
  - Sensors218
  - Rear Climate Control System219
  - Air Vents221
  - Maintenance222
  - Passenger Compartment Air Filter222
  - Driving and Operating223
  - Distracted Driving224
  - Driving Information224
- Braking225
- Control of a Vehicle225
- Defensive Driving225
- Driving and Operating225
- Drunk Driving225
  - Curve Tips226
  - Hydraulic Power Steering226
  - Steering in Emergencies226
  - Variable Effort Steering226
- Loss of Control227
- Off-Road Recovery227
- Skidding227
- Driving on Wet Roads228
- Highway Hypnosis228
  - Other Rainy Weather Tips228
  - Driving on Snow or Ice229
- Hill and Mountain Roads229
- Winter Driving229
- Blizzard Conditions230
- If the Vehicle Is Stuck231
  - Rocking the Vehicle to Get It out231
  - Tire and Loading Information Label232
- Vehicle Load Limits232
- New Vehicle Break-In236
- Starting and Operating236
- Ignition Positions237
- Key Lock Release238
- Starting the Engine238
- Starting Procedure239
- Engine Heater240
  - To Use the Engine Coolant Heater240
  - Retained Accessory Power (RAP)241
- Shifting into Park241
- Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running242
- Shifting out of Park242
- Torque Lock242
- Engine Exhaust243
- Parking over Things that Burn243
- Automatic Transmission244
  - Running the Vehicle While Parked244
  - Electronic Range Select Mode246
- Manual Mode246
- Automatic Engine Grade Braking247
- Tow/Haul Mode247
- All-Wheel Drive248
- Brakes Antilock Brake System (ABS)248
- Drive Systems248
- Braking in Emergencies249
- Parking Brake249
- Using ABS249
- Brake Assist250
- Hill Start Assist (HSA)250
- Ride Control Systems251
- Ride Control Systems Traction Control/Electronic251
  - Resuming a Set Speed253
  - Setting Cruise Control253
  - Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control254
  - Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control254
  - Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control254
  - Using Cruise Control on Hills254
  - Detecting the Vehicle Ahead255
  - Driver Assistance Systems255
  - Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System255
  - Collision Alert256
  - Selecting the Alert Timing256
  - Tailgating Alert256
  - Unnecessary Alerts256
  - Cleaning the System257
  - Other Messages257
  - Turning the System on and off257
- Ultrasonic Parking Assist257
  - Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)258
  - How the System Works259
  - SBZA Detection Zones259
  - When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly259
  - Rear Vision Camera (RVC)260
  - Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)261
  - Turning the Rear Vision Camera System on or off261
Infotainment System261
- Rear Vision Camera Location262
- Lane Departure Warning (LDW)263
- Prohibited Fuels265
- Recommended Fuel265
  - Use of Seasonal Fuels265
  - California Fuel Requirements266
- Fuel Additives266
- Fuels in Foreign Countries266
- Gasoline Specifications266
- Filling the Tank267
- Filling a Portable Fuel Container268
- Trailer Towing269
- General Towing Information269
- Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips269
- Driving with a Trailer269
- Backing up270
- Passing270
- Following Distance270
- Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer271
- Driving on Grades271
- Parking on Hills271
- Making Turns271
- Leaving after Parking on a Hill272
- Maintenance When Trailer Towing272
- Engine Cooling When Trailer Towing272
- Weight of the Trailer272
- Weight of the Trailer Tongue273
- Towing Equipment274
- Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires274
- Hitches274
- Trailer Wiring Harness275
- Basic Trailer Wiring275
- Trailer Brakes275
- Safety Chains275
- Conversions and Add-Ons276
- Add-On Electrical Equipment276
- Electric Trailer Brake Control Wiring Provisions276
- Vehicle Care277
- Accessories and Modifications278
- California Perchlorate Materials Requirements278
- General Information278
- Vehicle Checks279
- Hood280
- Engine Compartment Overview281
- Engine Cover282
- Engine Oil283
- Checking Engine Oil283
- When to Add Engine Oil283
- Viscosity Grade284
- Specification284
- Selecting the Right Engine Oil284
- Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes285
- When to Change Engine Oil285
- Automatic Transmission Fluid286
- How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System286
- Engine Air Cleaner/Filter287
- When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter287
- How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter287
- Cooling System288
- Engine Coolant288
- Checking Coolant289
- How to Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank290
- How to Add Coolant to the Radiator291
- Engine Overheating292
- Is Not Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment293
- If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment293
- Overheated Engine Protection294
- Operating Mode294
- Power Steering Fluid295
- How to Check Power Steering Fluid295
- Washer Fluid295
- Brakes296
- Adding Washer Fluid296
- Brake Fluid297
- Brake Pedal Travel297
- Brake Adjustment297
- Replacing Brake System Parts297
- Battery299
- Vehicle Storage299
- Starter Switch Check299
- Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check300
- Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check300
- Ignition Transmission Lock Check300
- Wiper Blade Replacement301
- Front Wiper Blade301
- Rear Wiper Blade301
- Windshield Replacement302
- Headlamp Aiming302
- Bulb Replacement303
- LED Lighting303
- License Plate Lamp303
- Replacement Bulbs303
- Electrical System304
- High Voltage Devices and Wiring304
- Electrical System Overload304
- Headlamp Wiring304
- Fuses and Circuit Breakers305
- Engine Compartment Fuse Block305
- Acadia with HID Lighting306
- Acadia with Halogen Lighting309
- Instrument Panel Fuse Block311
- Wheels and Tires314
- All-Season Tires315
- Winter Tires315
- Summer Tires316
- Tire Sidewall Labeling316
- Tire Size316
- Tire Designations318
- Tire Terminology and Definitions319
- Air Pressure319
- Accessory Weight319
- Aspect Ratio319
- Tire Pressure322
- Tire Pressure Monitor Operation324
- TPMS Malfunction Light and Message326
- TPMS Sensor Matching Process326
- Tire Inspection327
- Tire Rotation328
- When It Is Time for New Tires329
- Buying New Tires330
- Different Size Tires and Wheels331
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading332
- Treadwear332
- Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance333
- Traction333
- Temperature333
- Wheel Replacement334
- Tire Chains335
- If a Tire Goes Flat335
- Removing Tools336
- Tire Changing336
- Removing the Spare Tire337
- Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire338
- Storing the Flat Tire343
- Storing the Tools344
- Compact Spare Tire345
- Jump Starting346
- Jumper Cable Removal349
- Towing the Vehicle350
- Recreational Vehicle Towing350
- Dinghy Towing351
- Dolly Towing352
- Appearance Care353
- Exterior Care353
- Locks353
- Washing the Vehicle353
- Finish Care354
- Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses and Emblems355
- Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Moldings355
- Air Intakes355
- Windshield and Wiper Blades356
- Weatherstrips356
- Tires356
- Wheels and Trim356
- Steering, Suspension and Chassis Components357
- Underbody Maintenance357
- Sheet Metal Damage357
- Finish Damage357
- Interior Glass358
- Speaker Covers358
- Fabric/Carpet/Suede359
- Coated Moldings359
- Care of Safety Belts360
- Cargo Cover and Convenience Net360
- Floor Mats361
- Button Retainer361
- Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat361
- Knob Retainer362
- Service and Maintenance363
- Maintenance Schedule364
- Owner Checks and Services364
- Engine Oil Change365
- Tire Rotation and Required Service365
- Special Application Services370
- Additional Maintenance and Care370
- Hoses371
- Lamps371
- Fluids371
- Belts371
- Shocks and Struts372
- Wheel Alignment373
- Windshield373
- Wiper Blades373
- Recommended Fluids and Lubricants374
- Maintenance Replacement Parts375
- Vehicle Identification379
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)379
- Technical Data379
- Vehicle Data380
- Capacities and Specifications380
- Engine Drive Belt Routing381
- Customer Information383
- Customer Satisfaction Procedure383
- Navigation400
- Onstar Services400
- Security400
- Emergency400
- Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route401
- Cancel Route401
- Route Preview401
- Repeat401
- Connections402
- Onstar Mobile App402
- Hands-Free Calling402
- Onstar Additional Information403
- Diagnostics403
- Transferring Service403
- Reactivation for Subsequent Owners403
- Index409
Memory Features415

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