GMC Terrain/Terrain Denali Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-18552429) - 2025
230 Vehicle Care
Change the fluid at the intervals listed in
M
a
intenance Schedule 3 289, and be sure to use
the transmission fluid listed in Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants 3293.
Caution
Use of the incorrect automatic transmission
f
luid may damage the vehicle, and the
damage may not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Always use the correct automatic
transmission fluid. See Recommended
Fluids and Lubricants 3293.
There is aspecial procedure for checking and
ch
anging the transmission fluid. Because this
procedure is difficult, this should be done by
your dealer.
Engine Air Filter Life System
If equipped, this feature monitors the
remaining engine air filter life and
recommends best timing for achange. The
timing to change an engine air filter depends on
driving and environmental conditions.
When to Change the Engine Air Filter
Wh
en the Driver Information Center (DIC)
displays amessage to replace the engine air
filter at the next oil change, follow this timing.
When the DIC displays amessage to replace
the engine air filter soon, replace the engine air
filter at the earliest convenience.
The system must be reset after the engine air
filter is changed.
If the DIC displays amessage to check the
engine air filter system, see your dealer.
How to Reset the Engine Air Filter
Life System
The system must be reset after the engine air
filter is changed. To reset:
1. Place the vehicle in P(Park).
2. From the infotainment home screen, select
Vehicle Status >Maintenance >Engine Air
Filter. See Vehicle Status 3103.
3. Follow the screen prompts and touch RESET
on the display screen. Then touch RESET
again to confirm. The percentage of filter
life remaining will change to 100%.
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Th
e engine air cleaner filter is in the engine
compartment on the passenger side of
the vehicle.
When to Inspect the Engine Air
Cleaner Filter
•
For intervals on changing and inspecting
the engine air cleaner filter, see
Maintenance Schedule 3289.
•
If equipped with the Engine Air Filter Life
System, see Engine Air Filter Life System
3230.
•
If driving in very dusty areas, follow the
engine air filter inspecting and changing
intervals, see Maintenance Schedule 3 289.
How to Inspect and Replace the
Filter Element
{ Warning
O
perating the engine with the air cleaner/
f
i
lter off can cause you or others to be
burned. Use caution when working on
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