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GMC Terrain 2011 User Manual

GMC Terrain 2011
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GMC Terrain Owner Manual - 2011
2011 GMC Terrain Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-4
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Keys, Doors and Windows . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-16
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-32
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-33
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-46
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-28
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-35
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-39
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-41
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-44
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-46
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-59
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-68
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GMC Terrain 2011 Specifications

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BrandGMC
ModelTerrain 2011
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's instrument panel and its functions.

Initial Drive Information

Overview of key features for initial driving.

Keys, Doors and Windows

Keys and Locks

Details on vehicle keys, locks, and remote keyless entry system.

Vehicle Security

Overview of anti-theft alarm and immobilizer systems.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Operation of steering wheel, horn, and wipers.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of dashboard warning lights, gauges, and indicators.

Infotainment System

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Operation of heating, cooling, defrosting, and ventilation systems.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Tips on defensive driving, drunk driving, and vehicle control.

Starting and Operating

Procedures for new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and starting the engine.

Brakes

Details on the Antilock Brake System (ABS) and braking techniques.

Vehicle Care

Vehicle Checks

Guidance on performing DIY service and checks on vehicle components.

Electrical System

Information on vehicle fuses, fuse blocks, and wiring circuits.

Engine Compartment Fuse Block

Diagram and identification of fuses in the engine compartment.

Instrument Panel Fuse Block

Diagram and identification of fuses in the instrument panel.

Wheels and Tires

Details on tire care, maintenance, and selection.

Tire Pressure

Importance of correct tire inflation and how to check it.

Tire Pressure Monitor System

Overview of the TPMS and its warning indicators.

Different Size Tires and Wheels

Effects of non-standard tire/wheel sizes on vehicle performance and safety.

Used Replacement Wheels

Safety warning against using used wheels for vehicle replacement.

If a Tire Goes Flat

What to expect and do during a tire blowout or flat.

Compact Spare Tire

Safety warning and information for using a compact spare tire.

Jump Starting

Safety precautions and steps for jump starting a vehicle.

Engine Oil

Importance of engine oil and steps for checking oil level.

Checking Engine Oil

Detailed steps for checking the engine oil level accurately.

When to Add Engine Oil

Guidance on when to add engine oil and potential issues.

Engine Overheating

Warning indicators and actions to take for engine overheating.

Brakes

Information on disc brakes, wear indicators, and brake pedal.

Service and Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance

Overview of scheduled maintenance intervals and required services.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

List of recommended fluids, lubricants, and replacement parts.

Maintenance Replacement Parts

Part numbers for common replacement items like filters and wipers.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and Service Parts Label.

Vehicle Data

Details on vehicle capacities and specifications.

Capacities and Specifications

Table of fluid capacities for various vehicle systems.

Customer Information

Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada)

Details on roadside assistance services available for US/Canada vehicles.

Collision Damage Repair (U.S. and Canada)

Guidelines for collision repair and parts selection.

If a Crash Occurs

Steps to take and information to gather after a crash.

Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process

Guidance on managing vehicle damage repairs and insurance.

Reporting Safety Defects

Procedure for reporting safety defects to government agencies and GM.

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA in the U.S.

Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government

How to report vehicle safety defects to Transport Canada.

Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors

How to report vehicle safety defects directly to General Motors.

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