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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012
2012 GMC Canyon Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-22
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-31
Manual Transmission . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-35
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-43
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-46
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-48
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-53
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-64
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-34
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-35
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-45
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-81
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-85
Appearance Care . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91

Summary of content (386 pages)

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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) 2012 GMC Canyon Owner Manual M In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3 Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14 Performance and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17 Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (2,1) 2012 GMC Canyon Owner Manual M Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-3 Special Application Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8 Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts . . . . . . 11-11 Maintenance Records . . . . . . . 11-15 Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Introduction The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the GMC Truck Emblem, and CANYON are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. Litho in U.S.A. Part No.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 iv Black plate (4,1) Introduction Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found. Danger, Warnings, and Cautions Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them. { WARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1) Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index. 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) J : OnStar® Hands-Free Phone J : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 vi Black plate (6,1) Introduction 2 NOTES
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) In Brief In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Heated Seats . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 1-2 Black plate (2,1) In Brief Instrument Panel Manual Transmission shown, Automatic Transmission similar
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8‑3. G. Parking Brake on page 9‑41. B. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6‑4. H. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5‑12. I. Horn on page 5‑2. J. C. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑7. StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑44. D. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6‑4. Four-Wheel Drive on page 10‑30. E. Passenger Side Airbag.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 1-4 Black plate (4,1) In Brief Door Locks Power Door Locks Manual Door Locks Lock or unlock the doors from the outside with the key in the driver or front passenger door or press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press UNLOCK to unlock the doors and press LOCK to lock them. Vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on the front door armrests. Press L to sound the horn and to flash the exterior lamps for 30 seconds.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1) In Brief Safety Locks (Crew Cab) Tailgate If the vehicle is a crew cab model, it may have rear door safety locks on the rear doors. With this feature, the rear doors are locked so they cannot be opened from the inside. For more information, see Safety Locks (Crew Cab) on page 2‑6. Windows Manual Windows Open the tailgate by pulling up on the outside handle while pulling the tailgate down.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 1-6 Black plate (6,1) In Brief Power Windows Express-Down Window Seat Adjustment Windows with an express-down feature allow the window to be lowered fully without pressing and holding the switch. Press the front of the switch to the first position, and the window opens a small amount. Press the switch down fully and the window goes all the way down. Manual Seats To stop the window while it is lowering, pull up the front of the switch.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1) In Brief Power Seats Use the vertical control to adjust the seatback. 1-7 Heated Seats See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3 and Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑4 for more information. Power Lumbar To adjust a power seat, if available: . Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. . Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down. .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 1-8 Black plate (8,1) In Brief Head Restraint Adjustment Safety Belts Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. The passenger sensing system, if equipped, will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver airbags are not affected by this.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1) In Brief Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors 1-9 2. Press one of the four arrows located on the control pad to move the mirror to the desired direction. 3. Return the selector switch to the center position once the mirrors are adjusted. United States See Power Mirrors on page 2‑13. Vehicles with manual outside mirrors can be adjusted by pressing the mirror up and down and left and right so that you can see a clear view behind you.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 1-10 Black plate (10,1) In Brief Interior Mirror On vehicles with a manual inside rearview mirror, the mirror can be adjusted by holding it in the center to move it for a clear view behind you. To avoid glare from the headlamps behind you, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use. Steering Wheel Adjustment See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2‑13. 1. Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you. 2.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1) In Brief Reading Lamps Exterior Lighting 1-11 For more information, see: Press the lens on the lamps to turn each reading lamp on or off. . Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1. These lamps will not come on with the dome lamps. . Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 6‑3. For more information see: . Automatic Headlamp System on page 6‑3. . Fog Lamps on page 6‑5. . Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 6‑5. .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 1-12 Black plate (12,1) In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer N: For adjustable interval wipes, turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. Windshield Washer: Push the paddle on top of the turn signal/lane change lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield. 6 : For slow wipes, turn the band to the first solid position past the delay settings. See Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑2.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1) In Brief 1-13 Climate Controls The transfer case buttons are located to the right of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. Use these buttons to shift into and out of four-wheel drive. A. Temperature Control D. Air Conditioning B. Fan Control E. Air Recirculation C. Air Delivery Mode Control See Climate Control Systems on page 8‑1. Four-Wheel Drive Four-wheel drive sends engine power to all four wheels for extra traction.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 1-14 Black plate (14,1) In Brief N (Neutral): Use the N (Neutral) position only when towing the vehicle. See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑85. Vehicle Features Radio(s) 4 m (Four-Wheel High): Use when extra traction is needed in most off-road situations. 4 n (Four-Wheel Low): Use this position to deliver extra torque to all four wheels. Used for extreme off‐road conditions. See Four-Wheel Drive on page 9‑35.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1) In Brief q TUNE r : 1-15 Setting the Clock Satellite Radio q SEEK r : To set the time and date for the radio with CD (MP3/WMA): For more information about these and other radio features, see Infotainment on page 7‑1. Press and hold the HR button until the correct hour displays. Press and hold the MN button until the correct minute displays. The time can be set with the ignition on or off.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 1-16 Black plate (16,1) In Brief Cruise Control Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC is located on the instrument panel cluster. It displays the status of many vehicle systems and enables some features to be personalized. The cruise controls are located at the end of the multifunction lever. 9 : Turns the system off. R: Turns the system on. + (Resume/Accelerate): Use to make the vehicle accelerate or resume a previously set speed.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1) In Brief Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) The traction control system limits wheel spin. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started. . . To turn off traction control, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button on the instrument panel. g illuminates and the appropriate DIC message is displayed. See Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑24.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 1-18 Black plate (18,1) In Brief The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures. 4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑53. Driving for Better Fuel Economy Engine Oil Life System Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1) In Brief Roadside Assistance and OnStar (U.S. and Canada) If you have an active OnStar subscription, press the Q button and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Assistance, and relay your exact location to get the help you need. Online Owner Center (U.S.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 1-20 Black plate (20,1) In Brief For a full description of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar Owner's Guide in the glove box. OnStar service is subject to the OnStar Terms and Conditions included in the OnStar Glove Box Kit. OnStar service requires wireless communication networks and the Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite network. Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles at all times.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Rear Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Tailgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7 Vehicle Security Keys and Locks Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 2-2 Black plate (2,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks If locked out of your vehicle, call the Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑9. Keys { WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows . Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. . Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section. . If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation Vehicles with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), transmitter functions work up to 9 m (30 ft) away from the vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 2-4 Black plate (4,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to the vehicle will work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer. When the replacement transmitter is programmed to the vehicle, all remaining transmitters must also be programmed. Any lost or stolen transmitters no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows WARNING (Continued) Power Door Locks Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehicle. Locking the doors can help prevent this from happening. To lock or unlock the door from the outside, use the key in the driver or front passenger door or press the LOCK or UNLOCK button on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 2-6 Black plate (6,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Lockout Protection Safety Locks (Crew Cab) To engage the safety locks: If the vehicle has power door locks, this feature protects you from locking the key in the vehicle when the key is in the ignition and a door is open. If the vehicle is a crew cab model, it may have rear door safety locks. With this feature, the rear doors are locked so they cannot be opened from the inside. 1. Open one of the rear doors.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Rear Doors To open the door, open the front door. Then, use the handle to open the rear door. The rear door must be closed before closing the front door. 2-7 Tailgate { WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is operated at low speeds. People riding on the tailgate can easily lose their balance and fall in response to vehicle maneuvers.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 2-8 Black plate (8,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Tailgate Removal To remove the tailgate: 1. With the tailgate fully open, lift up slightly on the entire tailgate assembly. When the larger part of the hole on the bracket is over the bolt, slide the bracket off of the bolt. 3. With the tailgate partially down, lift up on the passenger side and pull the tailgate toward you, then move the tailgate to the right to release the driver side.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows When the larger part of the hole on the bracket is over the bolt, slide the bracket off the bolt. 3. Slide the lower end fitting onto the top bolt. The tailgate will now stay in the partially opened position. Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make it impossible to steal. Anti-theft Alarm System 4. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 for the driver side.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows Here is how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident: . . Black plate (10,1) If you do not want to activate the theft-deterrent system, the vehicle should be locked with the door key after the doors are closed. Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm. If you set off the alarm by accident, you can turn off the alarm by pressing UNLOCK on the RKE transmitter.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows When trying to start the vehicle, if the engine does not start and the security light comes on, there may be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. Turn the ignition off and try again. If the engine still does not start, and the key appears to be undamaged, try another ignition key. Check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10‑38. If the engine still does not start with the other key, the vehicle needs service.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 2-12 Black plate (12,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Immobilizer Operation (Passlock U.S. Only) Passlock® is a passive theft-deterrent system that enables fuel if the vehicle is started with a valid key. If an incorrect key is used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with, the fuel system is disabled and the vehicle does not start. The security light turns off approximately five seconds after the engine is started. See Security Light on page 5‑18.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, push the mirrors toward the vehicle. Push outward, to return the mirrors to their original position. Power Mirrors To adjust the power mirrors: Interior Mirrors 1. Move the selector switch to the L (left) or R (right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror. Manual Rearview Mirror 2.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 2-14 Black plate (14,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows The mirror may also have OnStar® and/or a compass and outside temperature display. Control buttons for the OnStar system are at the bottom of the mirror. See the OnStar Owners Guide for more information about the services OnStar provides. See Compass on page 5‑3 for more information about the compass display. See “Temperature Display” after, for more information about the outside temperature display.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Windows 2-15 Power Windows { WARNING The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, open either a front window or the sunroof (if equipped). On vehicles with manual windows, use the window crank to open and close each window.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 2-16 Black plate (16,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Express-Down Window Window Lockout (Crew Cab) Windows with an express-down feature allow the window to be lowered fully without pressing and holding the switch. Press the front of the switch to the first position, and the window opens a small amount. Press the switch down fully and the window goes all the way down.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows Rear Windows Sun Visors Sliding Rear Window If the vehicle has this feature, squeeze the latch in the center of the window and slide the glass to open it. Be sure the latch is engaged when the window is closed. Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window, or to extend along the rod, if available.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 2-18 Black plate (18,1) Keys, Doors, and Windows 2 NOTES
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) Seats and Restraints Seats and Restraints Safety System Check . . . . . . . . 3-18 Safety Belt Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18 Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . 3-18 Airbag System Head Restraints Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Front Seats Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Power Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-2 Black plate (2,1) Seats and Restraints Head Restraints On some crew cab models, the vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. { WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Seats and Restraints 3-3 Power Seat Adjustment Front Seats Seat Adjustment { WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving. To adjust the seat: 1. Lift the bar under the front edge of the seat cushion to unlock the seat.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-4 Black plate (4,1) Seats and Restraints To adjust the seatback, see “Power Reclining Seatbacks” under Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑4. Power Lumbar { WARNING Lumbar Adjustment Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. Manual Lumbar If available, the manual lumbar knob is on the outboard side of the driver seat.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1) Seats and Restraints WARNING (Continued) For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly. 3-5 Manual Reclining Seatbacks { WARNING You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you do not want to.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-6 Black plate (6,1) Seats and Restraints 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Power Reclining Seatbacks Seatback Latches The vehicle may have front seatbacks that fold forward for easy access to the rear seats or the storage area behind the seats. { WARNING If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1) Seats and Restraints Heated Front Seats This feature will heat the cushion and back of the seats. { WARNING If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should use care when using the seat heater, especially for long periods of time.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-8 Black plate (8,1) Seats and Restraints Rear Seats Rear Seats (Extended Cab) The rear seat storage compartments must be closed before folding the seat down. See Rear Storage on page 4‑2. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. To store the seat: 1.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1) Seats and Restraints 3-9 To return a seatback to the upright position: To fold a rear seatback: 1. Lift the seatback up and push it rearward. { WARNING 1. Disconnect the rear center safety belt latch from the mini-buckle by inserting the tip of the safety belt tongue into the slot on the buckle. Let the belt retract. 2. Pull the loop on the outboard side of the seatback forward until you hear a click. 3. Fold the seatback forward.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-10 Black plate (10,1) Seats and Restraints 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in place. { WARNING A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure that the safety belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted. 3.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1) Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing safety belts makes such good sense. Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-12 Black plate (12,1) Seats and Restraints . Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash. { WARNING You can be seriously injured, or even killed, by not wearing your safety belt properly. . Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you. .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1) Seats and Restraints Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the right front seating position may affect the passenger sensing system, if equipped. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3‑26 for more information. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-14 Black plate (14,1) Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Pretensioners Before a door is closed, be sure the belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the belt and the vehicle. This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occupants. Although the safety belt pretensioners cannot be seen, they are part of the safety belt assembly.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1) Seats and Restraints 3-15 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides for the rear outside positions. If not, they are available through your dealer. Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed and properly adjusted, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-16 Black plate (16,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 4.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1) Seats and Restraints Lap Belt This section is only for the lap belt. To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑12. 3-17 Buckle, position, and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. The vehicle may have a center seating position. When you sit in the center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-18 Black plate (18,1) Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it. But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the heaviest coat you will wear, so the extender will be long enough for you. To help avoid personal injury, do not let someone else use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1) Seats and Restraints After a minor crash, replacement of safety belts may not be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced. Airbag System New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the time of the crash.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-20 Black plate (20,1) Seats and Restraints Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { WARNING You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt — even if you have airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but do not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to deploy in every crash. In some crashes safety belts are your only restraint. See When Should an Airbag Inflate? on page 3‑22.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (21,1) Seats and Restraints 3-21 Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑10 for more information. The driver's airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-22 Black plate (22,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar If your vehicle has roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second row outboard passengers, they are in the ceiling above the side windows. If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (23,1) Seats and Restraints Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds. For example: . If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a moving object. . If the vehicle hits an object that deforms, the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object that does not deform. . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-24 Black plate (24,1) Seats and Restraints What Makes an Airbag Inflate? How Does an Airbag Restrain? In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break out of the cover and deploy. The inflator, the airbag, and related hardware are all part of the airbag module.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (25,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so. If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag inflates, then get fresh air by opening a window or a door.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-26 . Black plate (26,1) Seats and Restraints Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag system. Improper service can mean that the airbag system will not work properly. See your dealer for service. Passenger Sensing System If the vehicle has one of the passenger airbag status indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (27,1) Seats and Restraints We recommend that rear‐facing child restraints not be transported in the vehicle, even if the airbag is off. A label on your sun visor says, “Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front.” This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { WARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-28 Black plate (28,1) Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag, the off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is off. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑11.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (29,1) Seats and Restraints 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn the vehicle off. Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion, if adjustable, to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion. Also make sure the child restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint. If this happens, adjust the head restraint.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-30 Black plate (30,1) Seats and Restraints If the shoulder portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature will be engaged. This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag off for some adult size occupants. If this happens, let the belt go back all the way and start again.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (31,1) Seats and Restraints keep the airbag system from working properly. Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, roof-rail airbag modules, ceiling headliner or pillar garnish trim, front sensors, or airbag wiring can affect the operation of the airbag system.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-32 Black plate (32,1) Seats and Restraints Airbag System Check The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑10 for more information. Notice: If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, or broken, the airbag may not work properly. Do not open or break the airbag coverings.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (33,1) Seats and Restraints Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats should wear the vehicle safety belts. booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit test below: . Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at the seat edge? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat. . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder? If yes, continue.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-34 Black plate (34,1) Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. WARNING (Continued) In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use safety belts properly. { WARNING Never do this.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (35,1) Seats and Restraints Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-36 Black plate (36,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING Never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Never put a rear-facing child restraint in the right front seat. Secure a rear-facing child restraint in a rear seat. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (37,1) Seats and Restraints WARNING (Continued) the rest of its body. In a crash, an infant in a rear-facing child restraint settles into the restraint, so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant's body, the back and shoulders. Infants should always be secured in rear-facing child restraints. WARNING (Continued) injuries.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-38 Black plate (38,1) Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle { WARNING (C) Booster Seats A booster seat (C) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (39,1) Seats and Restraints In some areas of the United States and Canada, Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to inspect and demonstrate how to correctly use and install child restraints. In the U.S., refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) website to locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-40 Black plate (40,1) Seats and Restraints { WARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (41,1) Seats and Restraints instructions on how to install a child restraint in the right front seat position. Wherever you install a child restraint, be sure to secure the child restraint properly. When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-42 Black plate (42,1) Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (B). Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (43,1) Seats and Restraints Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations To assist in locating the lower anchors, place your hand in a palm-up position and reach up between the seat cushion and the seatback. 3-43 To assist in locating the lower anchors, place your hand in a palm-up position and reach up between the seat cushion and the seatback. Crew Cab — Rear Seat i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-44 Black plate (44,1) Seats and Restraints Be sure to use an anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Some top tether anchors have covers. To assist in locating the covered top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is on the cover. Front Bench Seat — Regular and Extended Cab without Rear Seats i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating Extended Cab — Rear Seat positions with top tether anchors.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (45,1) Seats and Restraints 3-45 Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-46 Black plate (46,1) Seats and Restraints Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System { WARNING If a LATCH-type child restraint is not attached to anchors, the child restraint will not be able to protect the child correctly. In a crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (47,1) Seats and Restraints Crew Cab — Rear Seat 2. If the child restraint manufacturer's instructions recommend that the top tether be attached, attach the top tether to the top tether anchor (A). Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2.1. Pull the seatback forward to access the top tether anchors (A). See Rear Seats (Extended Cab) on page 3‑8 or Rear Seats (Crew Cab) on page 3‑8. 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3-47 2.2.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-48 Black plate (48,1) Seats and Restraints If the child restraint has a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback. 2.3. Attach the top tether to the anchor (A). Make sure that you secure the top tether to the top tether anchor and not to the seatback latch (B). 2.4. Push rearward on the seatback until it locks into its upright position. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is secured properly. 3.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (49,1) Seats and Restraints attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors, secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 2. If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor (C).
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-50 Black plate (50,1) Seats and Restraints Right Front Seat — Regular/ Extended Cab without Rear Seats The vehicle has a right front passenger airbag and may also have a passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has a passenger sensing system it is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag when an infant in a rear-facing infant seat or a small child in a forward-facing child restraint or booster seat is detected.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (51,1) Seats and Restraints 3-51 Center Front Seat — Regular/ Extended Cab without Rear Seats If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head restraint posts.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-52 Black plate (52,1) Seats and Restraints Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat Position) { WARNING When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with your child restraint to make sure it is compatible with this vehicle. A crash can damage the LATCH system in the vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (53,1) Seats and Restraints 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if necessary. 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor. 5. If your child restraint has a top tether, attach the top tether to the top tether anchor.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-54 Black plate (54,1) Seats and Restraints 7. Tighten the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑41. Securing Child Restraints (Center Front Seat Position) 8. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side‐to‐side and back‐and‐forth.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (55,1) Seats and Restraints Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that forward‐facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. The lap belt would be used to secure a child restraint in this position, following the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-56 Black plate (56,1) Seats and Restraints 5.2. Route the top tether over the center seatback or folding armrest, if equipped. 6. Pick up the latch plate on the center position lap safety belt, and run the lap safety belt through the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 7. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt can be unbuckled. 5.3.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (57,1) Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Seat Position) This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3‑39. In addition, the vehicle may have a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger's frontal airbag under certain conditions.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-58 Black plate (58,1) Seats and Restraints If your child restraint has the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑41 for how and where to install your child restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint is secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑41 for top tether anchor locations.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (59,1) Seats and Restraints attach the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3‑41. and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 3-60 Black plate (60,1) Seats and Restraints 2 NOTES
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) Storage Storage Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Center Console Storage . . . . . . 4-1 4-1 4-2 4-3 Glove Box Lift up on the glove box lever to open it.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 4-2 Black plate (2,1) Storage Rear Storage Extended cab models might have storage compartments under the rear seats. To open a storage box, unhook the bottom and lift the latches on each side of the storage box. To access the storage compartments, lift the cushion on the bottom of the rear seats. This exposes the storage boxes under the seat. Lift the lid from the center area to access the storage box.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Storage Center Console Storage For vehicles with bench seats, there may be a center armrest storage area. Lift up on the upper tab located at the front of the armrest to release the latch to open. For vehicles with bucket seats or uplevel packages, the vehicle may have a two-tiered center armrest storage area. Lift up on the upper or lower tab at the front of the armrest to open the upper or lower storage area.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 4-4 Black plate (4,1) Storage 2 NOTES
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) Instruments and Controls Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2 Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2 Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . 5-2 Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-2 Black plate (2,1) Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment To adjust: Windshield Wiper/Washer 1. Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down. 3. Release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. Horn To sound the horn, press the horn symbol on the steering wheel pad. The steering wheel adjustment lever is located on the left side of the steering wheel.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Instruments and Controls Move the band to one of the following positions: 8 (Mist): For a single wipe, move the band to 8 and then release it. For several wipes, hold the band on 8 longer. N (Adjustable Interval Wipes): For adjustable interval wipes, turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes. 6 (Low Speed): For slow wipes, turn the band to the first solid position past the delay settings.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-4 . Black plate (4,1) Instruments and Controls The compass does not display the correct heading and the compass zone variance is set correctly. To calibrate, CAL must be displayed in the mirror compass windows. If CAL is not displayed, press and hold Y b / O for several seconds or until CAL is displayed. To adjust for compass variance: Clock 1. Find the current location and variance zone number on the following zone map.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1) Instruments and Controls press and hold the HR and MN buttons, at the same time, for another two seconds. If the time is not available from the station, NO UPDAT (update) displays. RDS time is broadcast once a minute. After tuning to an RDS broadcast station, it could take a few minutes for the time to update. Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-6 Black plate (6,1) Instruments and Controls Ashtrays The vehicle may have a removable ashtray and cigarette lighter. The ashtray is located in the center console area. The ashtray can be removed for cleaning. When the ashtray is removed, this area can also be used as a cupholder. Notice: If papers, pins, or other flammable items are put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage the vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1) Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Automatic Transmission 2.9L Shown, Metric, Manual Transmission, 3.7L and 5.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-8 Black plate (8,1) Instruments and Controls Speedometer Trip Odometer The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). The vehicle has a trip odometer that indicates how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last set to zero. Odometer See “Trip Odometer” under Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑19 for more information.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1) Instruments and Controls Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these indicate a problem with the vehicle's fuel gauge: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge . At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. . It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-10 Black plate (10,1) Instruments and Controls Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light For vehicles equipped with the passenger safety belt reminder light, several seconds after the engine is started, a chime sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. The passenger safety belt light, located on the instrument panel, comes on and stays on for several seconds and then flashes for several more.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1) Instruments and Controls If there is a problem with the airbag system, an airbag Driver Information Center (DIC) message can also come on. See Vehicle Messages on page 5‑22 for more information. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the vehicle has one of the passenger airbag status indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-12 Black plate (12,1) Instruments and Controls { WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑10 for more information, including important safety information.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1) Instruments and Controls Notice: If the vehicle is continually driven with this light on, the emission controls might not work as well, the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-14 Black plate (14,1) Instruments and Controls stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear, misfiring, hesitation on acceleration, or stumbling on acceleration. These conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up. If one or more of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1) Instruments and Controls Brake System Warning Light The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal braking performance, both circuits need to be working If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected right away.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-16 Black plate (16,1) Instruments and Controls If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off. If the light comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off. A chime may also sound when the light comes on steady. Then start the engine again to reset the system. If the ABS light stays on, or comes on again while driving, the vehicle needs service.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1) Instruments and Controls If the StabiliTrak system and TCS light comes on and stays on while driving and a TRACTION FAULT or SERVICE STAB SYS message displays on the DIC, the vehicle needs service. ® See StabiliTrak System on page 9‑44, Traction Control System (TCS) on page 9‑43 and Ride Control System Messages on page 5‑24 for more information.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-18 Black plate (18,1) Instruments and Controls This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then goes off. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1) Instruments and Controls Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) displays information such as the trip odometer, personalization features, and warning messages. The DIC display is located on the instrument panel cluster. Operation and Displays The Driver Information Center (DIC) comes on when the ignition is on. If a problem is detected, a warning message appears on the display.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-20 Black plate (20,1) Instruments and Controls Personalization Features Language This feature allows you to choose the language in which the DIC display shows information. To set your choice for this feature: 1. With the engine off, turn the key to ON/RUN, but do not start the engine. 2. Close all doors so the DOORS message does not display in the DIC. 3.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (21,1) Instruments and Controls On vehicles with a manual transmission, this mode locks all of the doors when the vehicle speed is greater than 24 km/h (15 mph) and unlocks the driver's door when the key is removed from the ignition. Lock 3: On vehicles with an automatic transmission, this mode locks all of the doors when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). The doors will not automatically unlock.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-22 Black plate (22,1) Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some action may be needed by the driver to correct the condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another. The messages are displayed for several seconds each.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (23,1) Instruments and Controls 5-23 FLUID Door Ajar Messages ENG (Engine) HOT This message displays if the brake fluid is low. Check the brake fluid as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by your dealer. See Braking on page 9‑4 for more information. Press and release the reset stem to acknowledge the message and clear it from the display. DOORS Engine Cooling System Messages This message displays when the engine coolant temperature is hot.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-24 Black plate (24,1) Instruments and Controls OIL This message displays when the oil pressure is low. See Engine Oil Pressure Light on page 5‑17 and Engine Oil on page 10‑10 for more information. Engine Power Messages REDUCED POWER This message displays when the vehicle's engine power is reduced. Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle's ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no reduction in performance, proceed to your destination.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (25,1) Instruments and Controls STAB (Stability) SYS (System) OFF This message displays when the StabiliTrak system is turned off. See StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑44 for more information. TRAC (Traction) OFF This message displays when the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned off by pressing the StabiliTrak button. See StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑44 for more information.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 5-26 Black plate (26,1) Instruments and Controls SERV (Service) TPM (Tire Pressure Monitor) This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) is not working properly. The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle. See Tire Pressure Light on page 5‑17. Several conditions may cause this message to appear. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10‑54 for more information.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . 6-1 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Automatic Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3 Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 6-2 Black plate (2,1) Lighting Exterior Lamps Off Reminder If a door is open, a reminder chime sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and the key is out of the ignition. To turn off the chime, turn the headlamp switch to off and then back on. In the automatic mode, the headlamps turn off once the ignition is in LOCK/OFF.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Lighting Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. The DRL system will come on when the following conditions are met: . The ignition is on. . The exterior lamps control is in AUTO. . The transmission is not in P (Park) if you have an automatic transmission. .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 6-4 Black plate (4,1) Lighting If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately. Once the vehicle leaves the garage, it will take about 1 minute for the automatic headlamp system to change to DRL if it is light outside. During that delay, the instrument panel cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1) Lighting If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb may be burned out. Have the bulbs replaced. If the bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. For bulb replacement, see Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps on page 10‑36. For a blown fuse or circuit breaker, see Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10‑38. Turn Signal On Chime If a turn signal is left on for more than 1.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 6-6 Black plate (6,1) Lighting Press to turn the cargo lamps on and off. Interior Lighting The dome lamps must be on for the cargo lamps to come on. See Dome Lamps on page 6‑6. Instrument Panel Illumination Control D (Instrument Panel Lights): If the vehicle is equipped with Bluetooth®, turning the instrument panel illumination control thumbwheel all the way up will turn on the cargo lamps.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1) Lighting Dome Lamp Override Lighting Features The dome lamp override button is located below the exterior lamps control. Exit Lighting E (Dome Lamp Override): Press this button in to make the dome lamps remain off when the doors are open. To return the lamps to automatic operation, press E again and return it to the out position. The interior lamps will come on when the key is removed from the ignition.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 6-8 Black plate (8,1) Lighting A high electrical load occurs when several of the following are on, such as: headlamps, high beams, fog lamps, rear window defogger, climate control fan at high speed, heated seats, engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into accessory power outlets. EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by balancing the generator's output and the vehicle's electrical needs.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) Infotainment System Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 7-2 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Introduction Infotainment Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-2 Black plate (2,1) Infotainment System The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑26 for more information. Operation Theft-Deterrent Feature TheftLock® is designed to discourage theft of the radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Infotainment System 7-3 q VOL r (Volume): Turn to increase or to decrease the volume. DISPL (Display): When the ignition is turned off, press to display the time. For RDS, press the DISPL knob to change what displays while using RDS. The display options are station name, RDS station frequency, PTY (program type), and the name of the program (if available).
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-4 Black plate (4,1) Infotainment System AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): Automatic volume automatically adjusts the audio system to make up for road and wind noise while driving. The volume level should always sound the same while driving. Set the volume at the desired level. Press to select LOW, MEDIUM, and HIGH. AVOL displays. Each higher setting allows for higher volume compensation at faster vehicle speeds. NONE displays if the radio cannot determine the vehicle speed.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1) Infotainment System To return to the manual mode, press the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM displays. Then manually adjust the bass/treble, using the AUDIO knob. 2. Press and hold the AUDIO button for more than two seconds until a beep sounds. Adjusting the Speakers (Balance/Fade) To adjust both speaker controls and both tone controls to the middle position: Fade may not be available if the vehicle is a regular cab model.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-6 Black plate (6,1) Infotainment System LOC (Locked): This message displays when the THEFTLOCK® system has locked up. Take the vehicle to your dealer for service. Radio If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected, contact your dealer. Finding a Station Radio with CD (MP3/WMA) CAL ERR (Calibration Error): The audio system has been calibrated for the vehicle from the factory.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1) Infotainment System Radio with CD (MP3/WMA) Radio Data System (RDS) BAND: Press to switch between FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or XM2 (if equipped). The selection displays. The Radio with CD (MP3/WMA) has an RDS system. RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. q TUNE r : Turn to select radio stations. q SEEK r : Press to go to the previous or next station and stay there.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-8 Black plate (8,1) Infotainment System INFO (Information): If the current station has a message, the information symbol or INFO displays. Press this button to see the message. The message can display the artist, song title, call in phone numbers, etc. If the entire message is not displayed, parts of the message display every three seconds. To scroll through the message, press and release the INFO button. A new group of words displays after every press of this button.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1) Infotainment System If the radio cannot find the desired program type, NONE displays and the radio returns to the last tuned station. SCAN: To scan PTYs, press and hold the SEEK / SCAN until a beep sounds. The radio goes to a station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next station. BAND (Alternate Frequency): Alternate frequency lets the radio switch to a stronger station with the same program type.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-10 Black plate (10,1) Infotainment System Satellite Radio XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound. A service fee is required to receive the XM service.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1) Infotainment System Setting Preset Channels If the radio has XM, up to 30 stations (6 FM1, 6 FM2, 6 AM, 6 XM1, and 6 XM2) can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons. To program either radio: 1. Tune in the desired channel. 2. Press and hold one of the six numbered pushbuttons until the radio beeps once. When that numbered pushbutton is pressed again, the channel that was stored, returns. 3. Repeat the steps for each pushbutton.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-12 Black plate (12,1) Infotainment System message is received after having your vehicle serviced, check with your dealer. Radio ID: If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there could be a receiver fault. Consult with your dealer. Unknown: If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there could be a receiver fault. Consult with your dealer. Check XM: If this message does not clear within a short period of time, the receiver could have a fault.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1) Infotainment System Fixed Mast Antenna The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes without being damaged as long as it is securely attached to the base. If the mast becomes slightly bent, straighten it out by hand. If the mast is badly bent, replace it. Occasionally check to make sure the antenna is tightened to its base. If tightening is required, tighten by hand until fully seated plus one quarter turn.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-14 Black plate (14,1) Infotainment System If the surface of a CD is soiled, take a soft, lint free cloth or dampen a clean, soft cloth in a mild, neutral detergent solution mixed with water, and clean it. Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge. Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in, and READING displays. The CD should begin playing.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1) Infotainment System BAND: Press to listen to the radio when a CD is playing. The inactive CD remains inside the radio for future listening. and album are displayed by the radio when recorded using ID3 tags version 1 and 2. . Create a folder structure that makes it easy to find songs while driving. Organize songs by albums using one folder for each album. Each folder or album should contain 18 songs or less. .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-16 Black plate (16,1) Infotainment System beneath them, the player advances to the next folder in the file structure that contains compressed audio files. The empty folder does not display. Order of Play Tracks are played in the following order: . No Folder When the CD contains only compressed files, the files are located under the root folder. The next and previous folder functions have no function on a CD that was recorded without folders or playlists.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1) Infotainment System Playing an MP3/WMA Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in, and READING displays. The CD should begin playing and the CD symbol displays. If you want to insert a CD with the ignition off, first press the Z button or the DISPL knob. If the ignition or radio is turned off with a CD in the player it stays in the player.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-18 Black plate (18,1) Infotainment System next track. Pressing either SEEK arrow for more than two seconds searches the previous or next tracks at two tracks per second. Release the button to stop searching and to play the track. q TUNE r : Turn to reverse or advance through the tracks in all folders or playlists. The track number and file name displays for each track. Turning this knob while in random reverses or advances the tracks in sequential order.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1) Infotainment System . You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play. . The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. . The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. . The format of the CD might not be compatible. See “Using an MP3” later in this section. . There could have been a problem while burning the CD. . The label could be caught in the CD player.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-20 Black plate (20,1) Infotainment System Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth capable cell phone with a Hands‐Free Profile to make and receive phone calls. The system can be used while the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY position. The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all phones support all functions, and not all phones work with the Bluetooth system. See www.gm.com/bluetooth for more information on compatible phones.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (21,1) Infotainment System . The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving. . Pairing only needs to be completed once, unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system. . . Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-22 Infotainment System Connecting to a Different Phone To connect to a different cell phone, the Bluetooth system looks for the next available cell phone in the order in which all the available cell phones were paired. Depending on which cell phone you want to connect to, you may have to use this command several times. 1. Press and release g. 2. Say “Bluetooth.” 3. Say “Change phone.” . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (23,1) Infotainment System 3. Say each digit, one at a time, that you want to store. After each digit is entered, the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last digit has been entered, say “Store,” and then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number. Using the “Delete” Command 1. Press and release g. 2. Say “Delete.” 3. Say the name tag you want to delete.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-24 Black plate (24,1) Infotainment System To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system, say “Verify” at any time. 1. Press and release g. 2. Say “Digit Dial.” 3. Say each digit, one at a time, that you want to dial. After each digit is entered, the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last digit has been entered, say “Dial.” Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio speakers.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (25,1) Infotainment System Muting a Call During a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them. To mute a call, press say “Mute Call.” g, and then To cancel mute, press say “Un‐mute Call.” g, and then Transferring a Call Audio can be transferred between the Bluetooth system and the cell phone.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 7-26 Black plate (26,1) Infotainment System Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call 1. Press g. The system responds “Ready,” followed by a tone. 2. Say “Dial.” 3. Say the number or name tag to send. Clearing the System Unless information is deleted out of the in‐vehicle Bluetooth system, it will be retained indefinitely. This includes all saved name tags in the phonebook and phone pairing information.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) Climate Controls 8-1 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation for the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1 Air Vents Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 A. Temperature Control D. Air Conditioning B. Fan Control E. Recirculation C.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 8-2 Black plate (2,1) Climate Controls Temperature Control: Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the temperature of the air inside the vehicle. 9 (Fan Control): Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the fan speed. If the knob is set on “0” (zero), some outside air will still enter the vehicle and will be directed according to the position of the mode knob.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Climate Controls There might be a slight change in engine performance when the air conditioning compressor shuts off and turns on again. This is normal. The system is designed to make adjustments to help with fuel economy while still maintaining the selected temperature. The air conditioning system removes moisture from the air, so a small amount of water might drip under the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 8-4 Black plate (4,1) Climate Controls 2 NOTES
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) Driving and Operating Driving and Operating Driving Information Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Drunk Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4 Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4 Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-2 Black plate (2,1) Driving and Operating Towing General Towing Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . Driving Information 9-53 Distracted Driving 9-53 9-57 9-62 Distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task of driving.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Driving and Operating . Avoid stressful conversations while driving, whether with a passenger or on a cell phone. { WARNING Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death. Focus your attention on driving. Refer to the Infotainment section for more information on using that system, including pairing and using a cell phone.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-4 Black plate (4,1) Driving and Operating Control of a Vehicle Braking, steering, and accelerating are important factors in helping to control a vehicle while driving. Braking Braking action involves perception time and reaction time. Deciding to push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Average driver reaction time is about three‐fourths of a second.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1) Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 3. Then turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Loss of Control If the vehicle starts to slide, follow these suggestions: . Ease your foot off the accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the vehicle to go. The vehicle may straighten out. Be ready for a second skid if it occurs. . Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather conditions.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-6 . Black plate (6,1) Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. Controlling the vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control the vehicle is to control the speed. Read all the information about four-wheel-drive vehicles in this manual. .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1) Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving { WARNING . . . Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain. You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects. Secure the cargo properly. Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and as low as possible. The heaviest things should be on the floor, forward of the rear axle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-8 Driving and Operating When driving on hills: . Use a low gear and keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. . Maintain a slow speed. . When possible, drive straight up or down the hill. . Slow down when approaching the top of the hill. . Black plate (8,1) Use headlamps even during the day to make the vehicle more visible. { WARNING Driving to the top of a hill at high speed can cause an accident.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1) Driving and Operating If the vehicle stalls on a hill: 1. Apply the brakes to stop the vehicle, and then apply the parking brake. 2. Shift into P (Park) for an automatic transmission or 1 (First) for a manual transmission and then restart the engine. . . If driving uphill when the vehicle stalls, shift to R (Reverse), release the parking brake, and back straight down. If you cannot make it up the hill, back straight down the hill. .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-10 Black plate (10,1) Driving and Operating { WARNING Getting out of the vehicle on the downhill side when stopped across an incline is dangerous. If the vehicle rolls over, you could be crushed or killed. Always get out on the uphill side of the vehicle and stay well clear of the rollover path. Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice Use a low gear when driving in mud – the deeper the mud, the lower the gear. Keep the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1) Driving and Operating After Off-Road Driving Driving on Wet Roads Remove any brush or debris that has collected on the underbody, or chassis, or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep‐standing or flowing water.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-12 Black plate (12,1) Driving and Operating Other Rainy Weather Tips Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include: Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest. Driving on steep hills or through mountains is different than driving on flat or rolling terrain. Tips for driving in these conditions include: .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1) Driving and Operating { WARNING Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or with the ignition off is dangerous. The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear when going downhill. . . Stay in your own lane. Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-14 Black plate (14,1) Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑9. To get help and keep everyone in the vehicle safe: . . Turn on the hazard warning flashers. WARNING (Continued) If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1) Driving and Operating If the Vehicle Is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See “Rocking Your vehicle to get It Out” later in this section. If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle, turn the traction system off and use the rocking method. { WARNING If the vehicle's tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-16 Black plate (16,1) Driving and Operating Vehicle Load Limits Recovery Hooks { WARNING Never pull on recovery hooks from the side. The hooks could break and you and others could be injured. When using recovery hooks, always pull the vehicle straight out. Notice: Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1) Driving and Operating { WARNING Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). This can cause systems to break and change the way the vehicle handles. This could cause loss of control and a crash. Overloading can also shorten the life of the vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-18 Black plate (18,1) Driving and Operating Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle's placard. 2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. 4.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1) Driving and Operating 9-19 cargo, and any accessories or equipment added to your vehicle after it left the factory should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 2 Example 3 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) B. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 340 kg (750 lbs) B.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-20 Black plate (20,1) Driving and Operating will have the Certification/Tire label attached to the edge of the driver side, extended cab door, below the door latch post. The label shows the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, cargo, and trailer tongue weight, if pulling a trailer.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (21,1) Driving and Operating { WARNING Things you put inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. . . . . . Put things in the cargo area of the vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. Never stack heavier things, like suitcases, inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-22 Black plate (22,1) Driving and Operating A reinforcement kit for mounting a toolbox is recommended. See your dealer. Starting and Operating Truck-Camper Loading Information New Vehicle Break-In The vehicle was neither designed nor intended to carry a slide-in type camper. Notice: Adding a slide-in camper or similar equipment to the vehicle can damage it, and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (23,1) Driving and Operating Ignition Positions The ignition switch has four different positions. To shift out of P (Park), turn the ignition to ON/RUN and apply the regular brake pedal. Notice: Using a tool to force the key to turn in the ignition could cause damage to the switch or break the key. Use the correct key, make sure it is all the way in, and turn it only with your hand. If the key cannot be turned by hand, see your dealer.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-24 Black plate (24,1) Driving and Operating On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in P (Park) to turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF. The steering can bind with the wheels turned off center. If this happens, move the steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If this doesn't work, then the vehicle needs service.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (25,1) Driving and Operating Starting Procedure 1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. The idle speed will go down as the engine warms. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts. The vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-26 Black plate (26,1) Driving and Operating Engine Heater The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below −18°C (0°F ). Vehicles with an engine coolant heater should be plugged in at least four hours before starting. An internal thermostat in the plug-end of the cord may exist which will prevent engine coolant heater operation at temperatures above −18°C (0°F).
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (27,1) Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission) { WARNING It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure the vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-28 Black plate (28,1) Driving and Operating regular brake pedal down. Then, see if you can move the shift lever away from P (Park) without first pulling it toward you. If you can, the shift lever was not fully locked into P (Park). Torque Lock (Automatic Transmission) If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift the transmission into P (Park) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (29,1) Driving and Operating To shift out of P (Park) use the following: 1. Apply the brake pedal. 2. Move the shift lever to the desired position. If you still are unable to shift out of P (Park): 1. Ease the pressure on the shift lever. 2. While holding down the brake pedal, push the shift lever all the way into P (Park). 3. Move the shift lever to the desired position. If you are still having a problem shifting, then have the vehicle serviced.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-30 Black plate (30,1) Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust { WARNING Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: . The vehicle idles in areas with poor ventilation (parking garages, tunnels, deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes). . The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different. .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (31,1) Driving and Operating { WARNING { WARNING It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-32 Black plate (32,1) Driving and Operating could discharge the battery over a period of time. If you need to leave the key in the ignition but not in LOCK/OFF for an extended period, it is recommended that you disconnect the battery cable from the battery to prevent discharging the battery. There are several different positions for the shift lever. P (Park): This position locks the rear wheels.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (33,1) Driving and Operating To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see If the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9‑15. N (Neutral): In this position, the engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart the engine when the vehicle is are already moving, use N (Neutral) only. { WARNING Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-34 Black plate (34,1) Driving and Operating 1 (First): This position reduces vehicle speed even more than 2 (Second) without using the brakes. You can use it on very steep hills, or in deep snow or mud. If the shift lever is put in 1 (First) while the vehicle is moving forward, the transmission will not shift into first gear until the vehicle is going slowly enough.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (35,1) Driving and Operating To stop, let up on the accelerator pedal and press the brake pedal. Just before the vehicle stops, press the clutch pedal and the brake pedal, and shift to Neutral. Neutral: Use this position when you start or idle the engine. R (Reverse): To back up, press the clutch pedal. After the vehicle stops, shift into R (Reverse). Slowly let up on the clutch pedal as you press the accelerator pedal.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-36 Black plate (36,1) Driving and Operating Notice: If the vehicle has four-wheel drive and a different size spare tire is installed, do not drive in four-wheel drive until the flat tire is repaired and/or replaced. The vehicle could be damaged and the repairs would not be covered by the warranty. Never use four-wheel drive when a different size spare tire is installed on the vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (37,1) Driving and Operating Recommended Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions Normal Severe Extreme Vehicle in Tow* { WARNING Transfer Case Settings 2 m 4 m 4 n N YES YES YES YES *See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑85 or Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑85 for further information. Shifting into Four‐Wheel Low will turn Traction Control and StabiliTrak® off.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-38 Black plate (38,1) Driving and Operating 4n (Four-Wheel Low): This setting also engages the front axle to give you extra traction. It sends the maximum power to all four wheels. You might choose four-wheel low if you were driving off-road in sand, mud, or deep snow and while climbing or descending steep hills. Shifting into Four‐Wheel Low will turn Traction Control and StabiliTrak® off.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (39,1) Driving and Operating Shifting from Four-Wheel Low to Two-Wheel High or Four-Wheel High To shift from Four-Wheel Low to Two-Wheel High or Four-Wheel High, the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 5 km/h (3 mph) with the transmission in N (Neutral) for an automatic transmission or the clutch pedal pressed for a manual transmission. The preferred method for shifting out of Four-Wheel Low is to have your vehicle moving 1.6 to 3.2 km/h (1 to 2 mph).
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-40 Black plate (40,1) Driving and Operating Shifting Out of Neutral Brakes After towing the vehicle, you will have to shift out of N (Neutral) in order to drive. To shift out of N (Neutral), do the following: Antilock Brake System (ABS) 1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal. 2. Start a vehicle with an automatic transmission in P (Park). Use 1 (First) for vehicles with a manual transmission. 3.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (41,1) Driving and Operating As the brakes are applied, the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows or stops.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-42 Black plate (42,1) Driving and Operating If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released, the brake system warning light will go off. Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (43,1) Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems Traction Control System (TCS) The Traction Control System (TCS) is part of StabiliTrak. TCS limits wheel slip which is especially useful in slippery road conditions. The system operates only if it senses that any of the wheels are spinning or beginning to lose traction. When this happens, TCS applies the brakes to limit wheel spin and also reduces engine power. The system may be heard or felt while it is working.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-44 Black plate (44,1) Driving and Operating StabiliTrak® System The TCS/StabiliTrak button is located on the instrument panel. To turn off TCS, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button. The TCS/StabiliTrak Off light comes on in the instrument panel cluster, and TRAC OFF comes on the DIC. To turn TCS back on, press and release the TCS/StabiliTrak button. Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect the vehicle's performance.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (45,1) Driving and Operating each ignition cycle. However, when the transfer case is placed in Four-Wheel-Low mode, StabiliTrak is automatically disabled. See Four-Wheel Drive on page 10‑30 for more information. It is recommended to leave the system on for normal driving conditions, but it may be necessary to turn the TCS portion of the system off if the vehicle is stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow, and it is necessary to “rock” the vehicle to attempt to free it.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-46 Black plate (46,1) Driving and Operating Limited-Slip Rear Axle Cruise Control Vehicles with a limited-slip rear axle can give more traction on snow, mud, ice, sand or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when traction is low, this feature allows the drive wheel with the most traction to move the vehicle. With cruise control, a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (47,1) Driving and Operating 9-47 + (Resume/Accelerate): Use to make the vehicle accelerate or resume a previously set speed. the brake is applied. Do not hold the lever at resume/accelerate, unless you want the vehicle to go faster. r T (Set): Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control Press the button at the end of the lever to set the speed.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-48 Black plate (48,1) Driving and Operating Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated, . Press and hold r T until the lower speed desired is reached, then release it. . To slow down in small amounts, briefly press r T . Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (49,1) Driving and Operating Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only) Recommended Fuel Use regular unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 87 or higher. If the octane rating is less than 87, an audible knocking noise, commonly referred to as spark knock, might be heard when driving. If this occurs, use a gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher as soon as possible.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-50 Black plate (50,1) Driving and Operating Fuel Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing the emission control system to work properly. In most cases, nothing should have to be added to the fuel. However, some gasolines contain only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (51,1) Driving and Operating Filling the Tank { WARNING { WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island. Turn off the engine when refueling. Do not smoke near fuel or when refueling the vehicle. Do not use cellular phones. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from fuel.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-52 Black plate (52,1) Driving and Operating When replacing the fuel cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. Make sure the cap is fully installed. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (53,1) Driving and Operating Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer. vehicle such as a motor home, see Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑85. For information on driving while towing a trailer, see “Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips.” .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-54 Black plate (54,1) Driving and Operating Driving with a Trailer { WARNING When towing a trailer, exhaust gases may collect at the rear of the vehicle and enter if the liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most window is open. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death. To maximize safety when towing a trailer: .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (55,1) Driving and Operating Following Distance Making Turns Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving the vehicle without a trailer. This can help to avoid situations that require heavy braking and sudden turns. Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. The vehicle could be damaged. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-56 Black plate (56,1) Driving and Operating When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, consider the following: Engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature than at normal altitudes. If the engine is turned off immediately after towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, the vehicle may show signs similar to engine overheating.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (57,1) Driving and Operating Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: . Start the engine . Shift into a gear . Release the parking brake 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-58 Black plate (58,1) Driving and Operating Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damage the vehicle and result in costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this section and see your dealer for important information about towing a trailer with the vehicle. The following information has many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (59,1) Driving and Operating 9-59 Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 3.73 1 542 kg (3,400 lbs) 3 175 kg (7,000 lbs) 2WD Regular Cab 2.9L L4 Automatic Transmission 2.9L L4 Manual Transmission 3.73 1 089 kg (2,400 lbs) 2 722 kg (6,000 lbs) 3.7L L5 Automatic Transmission 3.73 1 814 kg (4,000 lbs) 3 856 kg (8,500 lbs) 2.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-60 Black plate (60,1) Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 5.3L V8 Automatic Transmission 3.42 3.73 2 722 kg (6,000 lbs) 4 717 kg (10,400 lbs) 5.3L V8 Automatic Transmission, ZQ8 Sport Suspension 3.42 1 724 kg (3,800 lbs) 3 856 kg (8,500 lbs) 3.73 1 406 kg (3,100 lbs) 3 175 kg (7,000 lbs) 4WD Regular Cab 2.9L L4 Automatic Transmission 2.9L L4 Manual Transmission 3.73 953 kg (2,100 lbs) 2 722 kg (6,000 lbs) 3.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (61,1) Driving and Operating Vehicle 9-61 Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* 3.7L L5 Automatic Transmission 3.73 2 495 kg (5,500 lbs) 4 445 kg (9,800 lbs) 5.3L V8 Automatic Transmission 3.42 4.10 2 722 kg (6,000 lbs) 4 717 kg (10,400 lbs) 4WD Crew Cab *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and conversions.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-62 Black plate (62,1) Driving and Operating After loading the trailer, weigh the trailer and then the tongue, separately, to see if the weights are proper. If they are not, adjustments might be made by moving some items around in the trailer. The trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent of the total loaded trailer weight, up to a maximum of 226 kg (500 lbs) with a weight carrying hitch.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (63,1) Driving and Operating Weight-Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches A step bumper hitch can be used for trailers up to 907 kg (2,000 lbs) total weight, and 90 kg (200 lbs) tongue weight. Notice: If a step-bumper hitch is used, the bumper could be damaged in sharp turns. Make sure there is ample room when turning to avoid contact between the trailer and the bumper.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 9-64 Black plate (64,1) Driving and Operating Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unless you check with your dealer first. Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other components from working as they should.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) Vehicle Care Vehicle Care General Information General Information . . . . . . . . . . California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 10-3 10-3 10-3 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4 Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-2 Black plate (2,1) Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-45 Tire Sidewall Labeling . . . . . . 10-46 Tire Designations . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48 Tire Terminology and Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48 Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-51 Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-52 Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Vehicle Care 10-3 California Proposition 65 Warning California Perchlorate Materials Requirements Accessories and Modifications Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-4 Black plate (4,1) Vehicle Care Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non‐GM certified parts, including control module or software modifications, is not covered under the terms of the vehicle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts. GM Accessories are designed to complement and function with other systems on the vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1) Vehicle Care Hood To open the hood, do the following: 2. Release the secondary latch on the hood. It is located below the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. 4. Release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into the slot in the hood. 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle on the lower left side of the instrument panel. 10-5 Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-6 Black plate (6,1) Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 3.7 L L5 Engine Shown (2.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1) Vehicle Care A. Windshield Washer Fluid. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Washer Fluid on page 10‑26. B. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank. See Engine Coolant on page 10‑19. C. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10‑17. D. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (low in engine compartment). See Power Steering Fluid on page 10‑25. E. Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped). See “Checking the Fluid Level” under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10‑13. F.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-8 Black plate (8,1) Vehicle Care 5.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1) Vehicle Care A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10‑17. B. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10‑17. C. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See “Adding Washer Fluid” under Washer Fluid on page 10‑26. D. Engine Coolant Recovery Tank. See Engine Coolant on page 10‑19. E. Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped). See “Checking the Fluid Level” under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10‑13. F.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-10 Black plate (10,1) Vehicle Care Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil To ensure proper engine performance and long life, careful attention must be paid to engine oil. Following these simple, but important steps will help protect your investment: It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1) Vehicle Care Notice: Do not add too much oil. Oil levels above or below the acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine. If you find that you have an oil level above the operating range, i.e., the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, the engine could be damaged.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-12 Black plate (12,1) Vehicle Care Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes Do not add anything to the oil. The recommended oils with the dexos specification and displaying the dexos certification mark are all that is needed for good performance and engine protection. Engine oil system flushes are not recommended and could cause engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1) Vehicle Care How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change. To reset the system: 1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, with the engine off . 2. Press and release the stem in the lower center of the instrument cluster until the OIL LIFE message is displayed. 3.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-14 Black plate (14,1) Vehicle Care Get the vehicle warmed up by driving about 24 km (15 mi) when outside temperatures are above 10°C (50°F). If it is colder than 10°C (50°F), drive the vehicle in 3 (Third) until the engine temperature gauge moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes. A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours or more with the engine off, but this is used only as a reference.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1) Vehicle Care How to Add Automatic Transmission Fluid 3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower level. The fluid level must be in the COLD area, below the cross-hatched area, for a cold check or in the HOT or cross-hatched area for a hot check. Be sure to keep the dipstick pointed down to get an accurate reading. 4.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-16 Black plate (16,1) Vehicle Care If not taken to the dealer, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or a false reading on the dipstick could result. After this is done: Here is how to add fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of fluid to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑11. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage the transmission. Too little fluid could cause the transmission to overheat.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1) Vehicle Care Hydraulic Clutch The hydraulic clutch linkage in the vehicle is self-adjusting. The clutch master cylinder reservoir is filled with hydraulic clutch fluid. The hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir cap has this symbol on it. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for reservoir location. It is not necessary to regularly check clutch fluid unless a leak in the system is suspected. Adding fluid will not correct a leak.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-18 Black plate (18,1) Vehicle Care When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 80 000 km (50,000 mi) interval. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11‑3 for more information. If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If you do, you can be burned. 5.3 L V8 Engine Do not run the engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle. A. Coolant Recovery Tank B. Radiator Pressure Cap C.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-20 Black plate (20,1) Vehicle Care What to Use { WARNING Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water and other liquids, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture. With plain water or the wrong mixture, the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (21,1) Vehicle Care Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. The coolant recovery tank cap has this symbol on it. It is located toward the rear of the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for more information on location. Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant recovery tank.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-22 Black plate (22,1) Vehicle Care How to Add Coolant to the Radiator { WARNING An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. WARNING (Continued) cooling system and surge tank pressure cap to cool if you ever have to turn the pressure cap.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (23,1) Vehicle Care At any time during this procedure if coolant begins to flow out of the filler neck, reinstall the pressure cap. Notice: If the pressure cap is not tightly installed, coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly secured. Engine Overheating 6. Start the engine and let it run until the upper radiator hose can be felt getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. 7.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-24 Black plate (24,1) Vehicle Care If Steam is Coming from the Engine Compartment { WARNING Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone away from the vehicle until it cools down. Wait until there is no sign of steam or coolant before you open the hood.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (25,1) Vehicle Care Engine Fan This vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fan. When the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster to provide more air to cool the engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the clutch is not engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing and/or high outside temperatures, the fan speed increases when the clutch engages. So you may hear an increase in fan noise.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-26 Black plate (26,1) Vehicle Care What to Use Adding Washer Fluid . Fill the washer fluid tank only three-quarters full when it is very cold. This allows for fluid expansion if freezing occurs, which could damage the tank if it is completely full. . Do not use engine coolant (antifreeze) in the windshield washer. It can damage the windshield washer system and paint. To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑11.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (27,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well. That could lead to a crash. When the brake wear warning sound is heard, have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with the brakes.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-28 Vehicle Care Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: . . Black plate (28,1) The brake fluid level goes down because of normal brake lining wear. When new linings are installed, the fluid level goes back up.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (29,1) Vehicle Care What to Add hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced. Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑11. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-30 Black plate (30,1) Vehicle Care Four-Wheel Drive Front Axle Transfer Case When to Check and Change Lubricant When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check the front axle fluid unless there is a leak suspected or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11‑3.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (31,1) Vehicle Care If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the front axle, some lubricant may need to be added. How to Check Lubricant When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. When the differential is at operating temperature (warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the fill plug hole. 1.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-32 Black plate (32,1) Vehicle Care If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer for service. Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check { WARNING When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking brake.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (33,1) Vehicle Care . To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your dealer if service is required. Wiper Blade Replacement Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield when no wiper blade is installed could damage the windshield. Any damage that occurs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-34 Black plate (34,1) Vehicle Care Headlamp Aiming Headlamp aim has been preset at the factory and should need no further adjustment. However, if the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low-beam headlamps may be necessary if oncoming drivers flash their high-beam headlamps at you (for vertical aim). 4. To install the new wiper insert, slide the insert (D), notched end last, into the end with two blade claws (A).
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (35,1) Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement 10-35 Headlamps For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10‑37. For any bulb‐changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Halogen Bulbs { WARNING Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. A.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-36 Black plate (36,1) Vehicle Care Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps 7. Insert the bulb socket into the taillamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure. 8. Reinstall the taillamp assembly and tighten the screws. Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) To replace the CHMSL bulb: 2. Remove the two rear lamp assembly screws near the tailgate latch. A. Stoplamp/Taillamp B. Turn Signal/Taillamp C. Back‐up Lamp To replace one of these bulbs: 1.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (37,1) Vehicle Care 5. Insert the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure. 4. Push the new bulb straight in until it clicks to secure it. 6. Reinstall the lamp assembly and tighten the screws. 5. Reach under the rear bumper to reinstall the bulb socket into the connector. License Plate Lamp 6. Turn the bulb socket clockwise to secure it to the connector. To replace one of these bulbs: Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp 1.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-38 Black plate (38,1) Vehicle Care Electrical System Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload. When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed. This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fire caused by electrical problems.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (39,1) Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Fuse Block To remove the cover, push in on the tab on the end of the cover and lift. To reinstall the cover, line up the tab and push down on the cover until the tab clicks into place. Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. The engine compartment fuse block is located on the driver side of the engine compartment.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-40 Black plate (40,1) Vehicle Care Fuses ABS The trailer brake relay is located on the bottom side of the battery harness.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (41,1) Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage BACKUP LAMP Backup Lamp PWR/WNDW Power Windows (If Equipped) HORN Horn RDO Radio HTD/SEAT Heated Seat (If Equipped) REAR PRK LAMP IGN Ignition, Clutch Starter Switch, Neutral Safety Back‐Up Switch, Ignition Coils 1‐5, Air Conditioning Relay Rear Parking Lamp 1, Passenger Side Taillamp, License Plate Lamps REAR PRK LAMP2 Driver Side Rear Taillamp, Passenger Side Airbag Indicator Lighting, Instrument Pa
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-42 Black plate (42,1) Vehicle Care Fuses WPR WSW Usage Wiper Wiper/Washer Switch Relays A/C CMPRSR Relays Usage Air Conditioning Compressor PRK/LAMP Front Parking Lamp Fuse, Rear Parking Lamps PWR/TRN Powertrain, Electronic Throttle Control Fuse, Oxygen Sensor Fuse RAP Retained Accessory Power (Power Window Fuse, Wiper/Washer Switch Fuse) RUN/CRNK Run/Crank, Airbag System Fuse, Cruise Control Fuse, Ignition Fuse, Back-Up Lamps, ABS Fuse, Front Axle, PCM-1, I
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (43,1) Vehicle Care 2.9L and 3.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-44 Black plate (44,1) Vehicle Care Fuses D 5.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (45,1) Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Tires WARNING (Continued) . Every new GM vehicle has high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. . Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut, punctured, or broken by a sudden impact — such as when hitting a pothole. Keep tires at the recommended pressure.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-46 Black plate (46,1) Vehicle Care Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into its sidewall. The examples show a typical passenger vehicle tire and a compact spare tire sidewall. Passenger (P‐Metric) Tire Example (A) Tire Size: The tire size is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (47,1) Vehicle Care regular road tire has lost air and gone flat. If the vehicle has a compact spare tire, see Compact Spare Tire on page 10‑80 and If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑65. Compact Spare Tire Example (A) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-48 Black plate (48,1) Vehicle Care Tire Designations Tire Size The following is an example of a typical passenger vehicle tire size. (A) Passenger (P‐Metric) Tire: The United States version of a metric tire sizing system. The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim Association.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (49,1) Vehicle Care Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials. Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-50 Black plate (50,1) Vehicle Care Maximum Load Rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. model name molding that is higher or deeper than the same moldings on the other sidewall of the tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (51,1) Vehicle Care tire's traction, temperature, and treadwear. Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 10‑61. recommended inflation pressure. See “Tire and Loading Information Label” under Vehicle Load Limits on page 9‑16.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-52 Black plate (52,1) Vehicle Care vehicle handling and ride comfort. Never load the vehicle with more weight than it was designed to carry. When to Check Check your tires once a month or more. Do not forget to check the spare tire. If the vehicle has a compact spare tire, it should be at 420 kPa (60 psi). See Compact Spare Tire on page 10‑80 and Full-Size Spare Tire on page 10‑80 for additional information.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (53,1) Vehicle Care Vehicles with P235/50R18 size tires require inflation pressure adjustment when driving the vehicle at speeds of 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher. Set the cold inflation pressure to the maximum inflation pressure shown on the tire sidewall, or 241 kPa (35 psi), whichever is lower. See the example following. Return the tires to the recommended cold tire inflation pressure when high-speed driving has ended.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-54 Black plate (54,1) Vehicle Care The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale. When the system detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated. This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start‐ups as long as the malfunction exists. When the malfunction indicator is illuminated, the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (55,1) Vehicle Care and displays see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑19 and Tire Messages on page 5‑25. The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This could be an early indicator that the air pressure is getting low and needs to be inflated to the proper pressure.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-56 . . . Black plate (56,1) Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching process was not done or not completed successfully after rotating the vehicle's tires. The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off once the TPMS sensor matching process is performed successfully. See “TPMS Sensor Matching Process” later in this section. One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (57,1) Vehicle Care The TPMS warning light should continue flashing throughout the matching procedure. The LOW TIRE message displays on the Driver Information Center (DIC). 4. Start with the driver side front tire. 5. Place the relearn tool against the tire sidewall, near the valve stem. Then press the button to activate the TPMS sensor. A horn chirp confirms that the sensor identification code has been matched to this tire and wheel position. 6.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-58 . Black plate (58,1) Vehicle Care The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that cannot be repaired well because of the size or location of the damage. Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 10‑54. Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capacities and Specifications on page 12‑2. Tire Rotation Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km (7,500 mi).
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (59,1) Vehicle Care 10-59 Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent corrosion or rust build-up. Do not get grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or on the wheel nuts or bolts. including temperatures, loading conditions, and inflation pressure maintenance affect how fast aging takes place.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-60 Black plate (60,1) Vehicle Care Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle. The original equipment tires installed were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) system rating. When replacement tires are needed, GM strongly recommends buying tires with the same TPC Spec rating.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (61,1) Vehicle Care If the vehicle tires must be replaced with a tire that does not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction (radial) as the original tires. Vehicles that have a tire pressure monitoring system could give an inaccurate low‐pressure warning if non‐TPC Spec rated tires are installed. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 10‑53.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-62 Black plate (62,1) Vehicle Care use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) standards.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (63,1) Vehicle Care A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. Warning: The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-64 Black plate (64,1) Vehicle Care Used Replacement Wheels { WARNING Replacing a wheel with a used one is dangerous. How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown. It could fail suddenly and cause a crash. When replacing wheels, use a new GM original equipment wheel. Tire Chains { WARNING If your vehicle has P215/70R16, P235/75R16, P265/70R17, P235/ 50R18, or P265/65R18 size tires, do not use tire chains.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (65,1) Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while driving, especially if the tires are maintained properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if there ever is a blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do: If a front tire fails, the flat tire creates a drag that pulls the vehicle toward that side.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-66 Black plate (66,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall causing injury or death. Find a level place to change the tire. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First) or R (Reverse). WARNING (Continued) 6.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (67,1) Vehicle Care 10-67 Crew Cab Put the tools to the side while you access the jack and wheel blocks. For crew cab models, the jack and wheel blocks are located under the driver side rear seat. Regular/Extended Cab For regular and extended cab vehicles, the jack and wheel blocks are located under the cover at the center of the vehicle behind the front seats. 1. Reach under the rear seat to access the jack and wheel blocks. A. Jack B. Wheel Blocks C.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-68 Black plate (68,1) Vehicle Care 3. Turn the wing nut counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer. Use the jack handle extensions and the wheel wrench to remove the underbody-mounted spare tire. 1. Assemble the wheel wrench, the jack handle extensions, and the jack handle, as shown. A. Jack Handle Extensions B. Jack C. Jack Handle D. Wheel Wrench E. Wheel Blocks 2.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (69,1) Vehicle Care If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower. See Secondary Latch System on page 10‑77. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle. 4. Tilt the retainer when the tire has been lowered, and slide it up the cable so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening. A.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-70 Black plate (70,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. 3. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen all the wheel nuts. Do not remove the wheel nuts yet. { WARNING Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (71,1) Vehicle Care 10-71 6. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well. Front Position If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle, position the jack to the rear of the front tire in the pocket off of the frame.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-72 Black plate (72,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt. 8.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (73,1) Vehicle Care 11. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack completely. { WARNING Front Position Rear Position Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-74 Black plate (74,1) Vehicle Care goes on one way. Be sure to line up the tab on the center cap with the indentation on the wheel. Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier. 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down. { WARNING Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (75,1) Vehicle Care 10-75 5. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the tire part way up. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening and the valve stem is pointed down. 4. Insert the chiseled end of the jack handle at a slight angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the funnel-shaped guide. Continue raising the tire, watch to make sure it does not get caught on anything on the underbody.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-76 Black plate (76,1) Vehicle Care To store the tools: To store the jack and wheel blocks: 1. Return the tools to the storage bag. Regular/Extended Cab 3. Lower the jack (A) all the way and insert the jack into the bracket. 4. Raise the jack by turning the handle clockwise to secure the jack within the bracket. 2. Attach the storage bag to the floor under the front passenger seat. 3. Reinstall the wing nut to secure the bag to the vehicle. A. Jack B.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (77,1) Vehicle Care Crew Cab 3. Turn the handle to raise the jack until it is secure, but do not overtighten the jack in the bracket. 10-77 To release the spare tire from the secondary latch: Secondary Latch System A. Jack B. Wheel Blocks C. Wing Nut 1. Attach the wheel blocks (B) to the jack (A) with the wheel block retainer and the wing nut (C). 2. Reinstall the jack and wheel block assembly in the mounting bracket.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-78 Black plate (78,1) Vehicle Care 3. Loosen the cable by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise three or four turns. 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 under “Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools” under Tire Changing on page 10‑66. 5. Turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 15 cm (6 in) of cable is exposed. 6.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (79,1) Vehicle Care 10-79 { WARNING Someone standing too close during the procedure could be injured by the jack. If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely, make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from under the spare. 11. Remove the jack handle and insert the hoist end of the extension through the hole in the rear bumper.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-80 Black plate (80,1) Vehicle Care To continue changing the flat tire, see “Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire” under Tire Changing on page 10‑66. Compact Spare Tire Your vehicle may have a compact spare tire. Although the compact spare tire was fully inflated when your vehicle was new, it can lose air over time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa).
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (81,1) Vehicle Care “Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools” under Tire Changing on page 10‑66. Your vehicle may have a different size spare tire than the road tires originally installed on your vehicle. This spare was developed for use on your vehicle, so it is alright to drive on it. If your vehicle has four-wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed, keep the vehicle in two-wheel drive.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-82 Black plate (82,1) Vehicle Care Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the warranty. You would not be able to start your vehicle, and the bad grounding could damage the electrical systems. Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage the vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (83,1) Vehicle Care { WARNING Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the batteries have enough water. You do not need to add water to the ACDelco® battery (or batteries) installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low, add water to take care of that first.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-84 Black plate (84,1) Vehicle Care 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the negative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use a remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (−) cable does not go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part, or to a remote negative (−) terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery. 9.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (85,1) Vehicle Care To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: Towing 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. Towing the Vehicle 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the other vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-86 Vehicle Care Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing: . What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's recommendations. . What is the distance that will be travelled? Some vehicles have restrictions on how far and how long they can tow. .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (87,1) Vehicle Care 3. Turn the engine off and firmly set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 9‑41. 4. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. { WARNING Shifting a full‐time four‐wheel‐ drive vehicle's transfer case into N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in any gear. You or others could be injured.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-88 Black plate (88,1) Vehicle Care Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed. Front Towing (Front Wheels Off the Ground) – Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles 2. Drive the front wheels onto the dolly. 3. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First). 4. Turn the engine off and firmly set the parking brake.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (89,1) Vehicle Care 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's instructions. Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) – Two‐Wheel‐Drive Vehicles 6. Shift the transfer case to N (Neutral). See “Shifting into N (Neutral)” under Four-Wheel Drive on page 10‑30. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. See Parking Brake on page 9‑41. 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's instructions. 8. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-90 Black plate (90,1) Vehicle Care Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) – Four‐Wheel‐Drive Vehicles 4. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First). 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's instructions. 6. Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (91,1) Vehicle Care Appearance Care Exterior Care Washing the Vehicle To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct sunlight. Notice: Do not use petroleum based, acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic parts. If damage occurs, it would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-92 Black plate (92,1) Vehicle Care detergent. Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause wiper streaking. a tire dressing, always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle. For aluminum, never use auto or chrome polish, steam, or caustic soap to clean. A coating of wax, rubbed to high polish, is recommended for all bright metal parts.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (93,1) Vehicle Care Notice: To avoid surface damage, do not use strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners that contain acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Use only approved cleaners. Also, never drive a vehicle with aluminum or chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. Damage could occur and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-94 Black plate (94,1) Vehicle Care furnishings can also permanently transfer color to the vehicle's interior. interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening the doors and windows. Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from knobs and crevices on the instrument cluster. Using a mild soap solution, immediately remove hand lotions, sunscreen, and insect repellant from all interior surfaces or permanent damage may result.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (95,1) Vehicle Care gently remove as much of the soil as possible using one of the following techniques: . . Gently blot liquids with a paper towel. Continue blotting until no more soil can be removed. For solid soils, remove as much as possible prior to vacuuming. To clean: 1. Saturate a clean lint-free colorfast cloth with water or club soda. Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint transfer to the fabric or carpet. 2.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 10-96 Black plate (96,1) Vehicle Care Do not use cleaners that increase gloss, especially on the instrument panel. Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions. Notice: Use of air fresheners may cause permanent damage to plastics and painted surfaces. If an air freshener comes in contact with any plastic or painted surface in the vehicle, blot immediately and clean with a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) Service and Maintenance Service and Maintenance General Information General Information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . 11-3 Special Application Services Special Application Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8 Additional Maintenance and Care Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 11-2 Service and Maintenance Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working condition, improves fuel economy, and reduces vehicle emissions. Because of the way people use vehicles, maintenance needs vary. There may need to be more frequent checks and services. The Additional Required Services ‐ Normal are for vehicles that: . Black plate (2,1) Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Stop . Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil on page 10‑10. Once a Month . Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑51. . Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire Inspection on page 10‑57. . Check the windshield washer fluid level. See Washer Fluid on page 10‑26.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 11-4 Black plate (4,1) Service and Maintenance . Check tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure on page 10‑51. . Check restraint system components. See Safety System Check on page 3‑18. . Check ignition transmission lock. See Ignition Transmission Lock Check on page 10‑32. . Inspect tire wear. See Tire Inspection on page 10‑57. . Visually inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. . . Visually check for fluid leaks. . . Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 11-6 Black plate (6,1) Service and Maintenance Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services — Normal a) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook‐up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve, if the vehicle has one, works properly. Replace as needed. b) Or every four years, whichever comes first. c) Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 11-8 Black plate (8,1) Service and Maintenance Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services — Severe Special Application Services Additional Maintenance and Care a) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook‐up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve, if the vehicle has one, works properly. Replace as needed. . Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km/ 3,000 mi. .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1) Service and Maintenance Battery The battery supplies power to start the engine and operate any additional electrical accessories. . To avoid break‐down or failure to start the vehicle, maintain a battery with full cranking power. . Trained dealer technicians have the diagnostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion‐free. Belts . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 11-10 . Service and Maintenance As part of the multi‐point inspection, trained dealer technicians can visually inspect the shocks and struts for signs of leaking, blown seals, or damage, and can advise when service is needed. Tires Tires need to be properly inflated, rotated, and balanced. Maintaining the tires can save money, fuel, and can reduce the risk of tire failure. . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1) Service and Maintenance 11-11 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Engine Oil Engine Coolant Hydraulic Brake System Windshield Washer Parking Brake Cable Guides Fluid/Lubricant Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 11-12 Black plate (12,1) Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Canada 10953474). Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Front and Rear Axle SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677, in Canada 89021678).
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1) Service and Maintenance Usage 11-13 Fluid/Lubricant Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Squeaks Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 992887). Synthetic Grease with Teflon, Superlube (GM Part No. 12371287, in Canada 10953437).
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 11-14 Black plate (14,1) Service and Maintenance Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number 2.9L L4 and 3.7L L5 Engines 12625058 41-103 5.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1) Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 11-16 Date Black plate (16,1) Service and Maintenance Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 Service Parts Identification Label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2 Engine Drive Belt Routing . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 12-2 Black plate (2,1) Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate conversion capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑11 for more information. Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Technical Data Capacities and Specifications (cont.) Capacities Application Metric English Automatic (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) 4.7 L 5.0 qt Manual – Rear-Wheel Drive (Drain and Refill) 2.2 L 2.3 qt Manual – Four-Wheel Drive (Drain and Refill) 2.3 L 2.4 qt 140 Y 100 lb ft Transmission Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 12-4 Black plate (4,1) Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing 5.3L Engine 2.9L and 3.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) Customer Information Customer Information Customer Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1 Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico) . . . . . . . . 13-3 Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada) . . . . . . . . . 13-4 Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. and Canada) . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 13-2 Customer Information STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by your dealership without further help, in the U.S., call 1-800-462-8782. In Canada, call General Motors of Canada Customer Care Centre at 1-800-263-3777 (English) or 1-800-263-7854 (French). We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) Customer Information STEP THREE — Canadian Owners: In the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two, General Motors of Canada Limited wants you to be aware of its participation in a no-charge Mediation/Arbitration Program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 13-4 Black plate (4,1) Customer Information However, we recognize that despite the good intentions of all parties involved, sometimes a misunderstanding may occur. If you have a problem that has not been satisfactorily handled through the normal means, we suggest the following steps: STEP ONE Explain your case to your dealer service agent, service manager, dealer sales agent, or sales manager, depending on your case. Make sure that they have all necessary information.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1) Customer Information From Puerto Rico: 1-800-496-9992 (English) 1-800-496-9993 (Spanish) From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496-9994 Canada General Motors of Canada Limited Customer Care Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www.gmc.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 13-6 Black plate (6,1) Customer Information Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. and Canada) . GMC dealer locator for service nationwide. . Exclusive privileges and offers. . Recall notices for your specific vehicle. . OnStar and GM Cardmember Services Earnings summaries. To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), GMC has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1) Customer Information GM Mobility Reimbursement Program (U.S. and Canada) General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) This program is available to qualified applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for the vehicle, such as hand controls or a wheelchair/ scooter lift for the vehicle.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 13-8 Black plate (8,1) Customer Information GMC and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or payment to an owner or driver if they decide the claims are made too often, or the same type of claim is made many times. Assistance is also given when the vehicle is stuck in the sand, mud, or snow. . Services Provided . . . Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1) Customer Information . Trip Routing Service: Limit of six requests per year. . Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance: Must be over 250 kilometres from where your trip was started to qualify. General Motors of Canada Limited requires pre-authorization, original detailed receipts, and a copy of the repair orders. Once authorization has been received, the Roadside Assistance advisor will help to make arrangements and explain how to receive payment. .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 13-10 Customer Information . Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station. . Lock-Out Service: Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out. . Battery Jump Start: Service to jump start a dead battery. . *Emergency Messages: Transmission of urgent phone messages. . *Emergency Calls: Call for emergency services. .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1) Customer Information If you are on the road, taxi service to the nearest bus station or airport will be provided. Roadside Assistance will coordinate hotel accommodations for all vehicle travelers for up to two nights. A rental car will be provided for up to two days and the vehicle must be returned to its original destination, excluding vehicles with a carrying capacity greater than 3.5 tons.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 13-12 . Customer Information Food service, beverages, telephone calls, or other extra costs. Accommodation costs apply only to Mexico per the terms and conditions of the Roadside Assistance program. . Any damage to the vehicle without intent, derived from the services provided. . Cost of towing a trailer when choosing a GMC dealer that is nearest to the temporary storage facility for the disabled vehicle. . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (13,1) Customer Information Courtesy Transportation Program (U.S. and Canada) To enhance your ownership experience, we and our participating dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada), extended powertrain, and/or hybrid‐specific warranties in both the U.S. and Canada.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 13-14 Black plate (14,1) Customer Information insurance coverage, credit card, etc. You are responsible for fuel usage charges and may also be responsible for taxes, levies, usage fees, excessive mileage, or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair. It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental. Additional Program Information All program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (15,1) Customer Information Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts is not covered by that warranty. Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 13-16 Black plate (16,1) Customer Information . Insurance company and policy number. . General description of the damage to the other vehicle. Choose a reputable repair facility that uses quality replacement parts. See “Collision Parts” earlier in this section. If the airbag has inflated, see What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? on page 3‑24.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (17,1) Customer Information In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and Warranty Booklet. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and shipping fees. Or write to: Helm, Incorporated P.O. Box 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 Without Portfolio: Owner Manual only. Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and shipping fees.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 13-18 Black plate (18,1) Customer Information To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http://www.safercar.gov.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (19,1) Customer Information Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy This GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that record information about the vehicle’s performance and how it is driven.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 13-20 Black plate (20,1) Customer Information GM will not access this data or share it with others except: with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee; in response to an official request by police or similar government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through the discovery process; or, as required by law.
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (1,1) INDEX A Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-26 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-64 Adjustments Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . 10-17 Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3 Airbag Adding Equipment to the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 i-2 Black plate (2,1) INDEX B Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29 Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-81 Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8 Voltage and Charging Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . 10-33 Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19 Brake System Warning Light . . . 5-15 Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (3,1) INDEX Cleaning Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-91 Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-93 Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . 8-1 Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Clutch, Hydraulic . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17 Collision Damage Repair . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 i-4 Black plate (4,1) INDEX E Electrical Equipment, Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-64 Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-39 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38 Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-38 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . 10-17 Check and Service Engine Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-12 Compartment Overview . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (5,1) INDEX Fuel (cont.) Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . .9-49 Gasoline Specifications . . . . . . .9-49 Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8 Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-49 Requirements, California . . . . .9-49 System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . .5-24 Fuel Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-18 Full-Size Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 10-80 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 i-6 Black plate (6,1) INDEX I L Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23 Ignition Transmission Lock Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10 Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-35 Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (7,1) INDEX Limited-Slip Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . 9-46 Locks Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 i-8 Black plate (8,1) INDEX Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . 13-6 OnStar® System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19 Operation, Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Ordering Service Publications . . . . . . . . 13-16 Outlets Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5 Overheating, Engine . . . . . . . . . . 10-23 P Park Shifting into . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-27 Shifting out of . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (9,1) INDEX Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-49 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-11 Records Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-15 Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-85 Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 i-10 Black plate (10,1) INDEX Seats Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 Heated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . 3-4 Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 3-3 Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8 Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Secondary Latch System . . . . . 10-77 Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 Black plate (11,1) INDEX Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . 13-6 Theft-Deterrent Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10, 2-12 Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-10 Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4 Tires Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-60 Chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-64 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-66 Compact Spare . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-80 Designations . . . . . .
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GMC Canyon Owner Manual - 2012 i-12 Black plate (12,1) INDEX V W Vehicle Canadian Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .iii Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4 Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-1 Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-16 Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-22 Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9 Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-85 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure . . . . . .