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

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

Vehicle Care 10-5

Engine Compartment Overview

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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