GMC 2018 ACADIA - In Brief Vehicle Overview

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KEYLESS (PUSHBUTTON) START
AUTO ENGINE STOP/START OPERATION
The Remote Keyless Entry transmitter must be
inthe vehicle to turn on the ignition.
Starting the Engine
With the vehicle in Park or Neutral, press the
brake pedal and then press the ENGINE
START/STOP button to start the engine. The
green indicator on the button will illuminate.
Note: If the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter battery is
weak, place the transmitter in the pocket in the center
console storage area to enable the engine to start. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.
Stopping the Engine/Off
Shift to Park and press the ENGINE START/STOP button to turn off the engine.
Power will be available for 10 minutes to operate the audio system until the driver’s door is
opened and to operate the windows and sunroof
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until any door is opened.
Accessory Mode
With the engine off and the brake pedal NOT depressed, press the ENGINE START/STOP
button to place the ignition system in the accessory mode. The amber indicator on the button
will illuminate.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
A fuel-saving stop/start system has been integrated with the 2.5L engine. While driving, when
the brake pedal is applied and the vehicle is at a complete stop, the automatic engine stop/
start system may turn off the engine, depending on operating conditions. When the engine is
off, thetachometer gauge will read AUTO STOP. Upon releasing the brake pedal or applying the
accelerator pedal, the engine will restart. After parking the vehicle and turning off the engine, the
tachometer gauge will read OFF.
The engine may remain running or restart when the vehicle is stopped if:
• A minimum vehicle speed is not reached.
• The engine or transmission is not at the required operating temperature.
• The outside temperature is not in the required operating range.
• The shift lever is in any gear other than Drive (D).
• The battery charge is low.
• The current settings for the climate control or defog system have not been reached.
• The Auto Stop time is greater than 2 minutes.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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