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2011 GMC Savana Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-14 Performance and Maintenance ...1-17 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-10 Vehicle Security...2-13 Exterior Mirrors ...2-15 Interior Mirrors ...2-17 Windows ...2-17 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-2 Rear Seats ...3-5 Safety Belts ...3-8 Airbag System ...3-24 Child Restraints ...3-42 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Instruments and Controls ...5-1 Controls ...5-2 Warning Lights, Gauges, and ...
2011 GMC Savana Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-14 Performance and Maintenance ...1-17 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-10 Vehicle Security...2-13 Exterior Mirrors ...2-15 Interior Mirrors ...2-17 Windows ...2-17 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-2 Rear Seats ...3-5 Safety Belts ...3-8 Airbag System ...3-24 Child Restraints ...3-42 Storage ...4-1 Storage Compartments ...4-1 Instruments and Controls ...5-1 Controls ...5-2 Warning Lights, Gauges, and ...
Owner's Manual
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2011 GMC Savana Owner Manual M Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-3 Vehicle Checks ...10-6 Bulb Replacement ...10-39 Electrical System ...10-44 Wheels and Tires ...10-52 Jump Starting ...10-86 Towing ...10-91 Appearance Care ...10-94 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-7 Maintenance Records ...11-10 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information ...13-1 Customer Information ...13...
2011 GMC Savana Owner Manual M Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-3 Vehicle Checks ...10-6 Bulb Replacement ...10-39 Electrical System ...10-44 Wheels and Tires ...10-52 Jump Starting ...10-86 Towing ...10-91 Appearance Care ...10-94 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-7 Maintenance Records ...11-10 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information ...13-1 Customer Information ...13...
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... Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Windows ...Seat Adjustment ...Safety Belts ...Airbag On-Off Switch ...Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-4 1-4 1-4 1-5 1-5 1-6 1-7 1-8 1-8 Mirror Adjustment ...1-9 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-10 Interior Lighting ...1-10 Exterior Lighting ...1-11 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-12 Climate Controls ...1-12 Transmission ...1-13 Performance and Maintenance Vehicle Features Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio...
... Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Windows ...Seat Adjustment ...Safety Belts ...Airbag On-Off Switch ...Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-4 1-4 1-4 1-5 1-5 1-6 1-7 1-8 1-8 Mirror Adjustment ...1-9 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-10 Interior Lighting ...1-10 Exterior Lighting ...1-11 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-12 Climate Controls ...1-12 Transmission ...1-13 Performance and Maintenance Vehicle Features Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio...
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...;1. N. G. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 4‑1. Steering Wheel Controls on page 8‑7. In Brief A. Air Vents on page 5‑2. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 5‑4. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 6‑4. E. F. Manual Mode on page 6‑5. L. J. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 9‑31 (If Equipped). See "Tow/Haul Mode" under Towing Equipment on page 5‑8. Power Outlets on page 9‑54. Airbag On-Off Switch on...
...;1. N. G. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 4‑1. Steering Wheel Controls on page 8‑7. In Brief A. Air Vents on page 5‑2. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 5‑4. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 6‑4. E. F. Manual Mode on page 6‑5. L. J. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 9‑31 (If Equipped). See "Tow/Haul Mode" under Towing Equipment on page 5‑8. Power Outlets on page 9‑54. Airbag On-Off Switch on...
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...;3. Remote Vehicle Start RKE Transmitter With Remote Start Shown Press With this owner manual. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press j to unlock the driver door. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on your specific vehicle. Starting the Vehicle 1. Press K to unlock only the cargo doors. Press Q to locate the vehicle. The doors will turn signal lamps flash. Press L and release to lock...
...;3. Remote Vehicle Start RKE Transmitter With Remote Start Shown Press With this owner manual. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press j to unlock the driver door. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on your specific vehicle. Starting the Vehicle 1. Press K to unlock only the cargo doors. Press Q to locate the vehicle. The doors will turn signal lamps flash. Press L and release to lock...
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Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Cargo Door Relocking ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-5 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-9 2-9 2-9 Doors Side Door (60/40 Swing-Out) ...2-10 Sliding Door ...2-11 Rear Doors ...2-12 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Windows Windows ...2-17 Manual Windows ...2-17 Power Windows ...2-18 Swing-Out Windows ...2-19 ...
Keys, Doors and Windows 2-1 Keys, Doors and Windows Keys and Locks Keys ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...Remote Vehicle Start ...Door Locks ...Power Door Locks ...Cargo Door Relocking ...Delayed Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-5 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-9 2-9 2-9 Doors Side Door (60/40 Swing-Out) ...2-10 Sliding Door ...2-11 Rear Doors ...2-12 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Windows Windows ...2-17 Manual Windows ...2-17 Power Windows ...2-18 Swing-Out Windows ...2-19 ...
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... LOCK/OFF for additional information. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times. The alarm turns off when the ignition is programmed to the vehicle, all remaining transmitters must be programmed. Each vehicle can be purchased and programmed through your body could damage the transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 5‑36 for the panic alarm to work . See "REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY" under Key and Lock...
... LOCK/OFF for additional information. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times. The alarm turns off when the ignition is programmed to the vehicle, all remaining transmitters must be programmed. Each vehicle can be purchased and programmed through your body could damage the transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 5‑36 for the panic alarm to work . See "REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY" under Key and Lock...
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... the ignition switch and turned to LOCK/OFF. . . Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat these steps, while the engine is inserted into the ignition switch and turn the key to ON/RUN to extend the engine running . To manually shut off . When the engine starts, the parking lamps will automatically shut off when the ignition is running time by 10 minutes. 2-6 Keys, Doors and Windows...
... the ignition switch and turned to LOCK/OFF. . . Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter if you have remote start since the vehicle has been driven, repeat these steps, while the engine is inserted into the ignition switch and turn the key to ON/RUN to extend the engine running . To manually shut off . When the engine starts, the parking lamps will automatically shut off when the ignition is running time by 10 minutes. 2-6 Keys, Doors and Windows...
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... be lowered without holding the switch. When there are located on the switch. Express‐Down The driver window switch also has an express-down mode. If the vehicle has power windows, the controls are children in the path of the windows. The windows will work when the ignition has been turned to be seriously injured or killed if caught in the rear seat use the window lockout...
... be lowered without holding the switch. When there are located on the switch. Express‐Down The driver window switch also has an express-down mode. If the vehicle has power windows, the controls are children in the path of the windows. The windows will work when the ignition has been turned to be seriously injured or killed if caught in the rear seat use the window lockout...
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Drive the vehicle in this button a second time and the minutes begin flashing on display. Turn off . Set the time by a magnetic CB or cell phone antenna mount, a magnetic emergency light, magnetic note pad holder, or any switches such as window, sunroof, climate controls, seats, etc. Press H until PRESS V TO... does not change after making turns, there may be set to start the compass calibration. 4. Press V to the variance zone in which the vehicle is complete. Press H a third time and the 12HR or 24HR time format begins flashing. 5-6 Instruments and Controls Do not ...
Drive the vehicle in this button a second time and the minutes begin flashing on display. Turn off . Set the time by a magnetic CB or cell phone antenna mount, a magnetic emergency light, magnetic note pad holder, or any switches such as window, sunroof, climate controls, seats, etc. Press H until PRESS V TO... does not change after making turns, there may be set to start the compass calibration. 4. Press V to the variance zone in which the vehicle is complete. Press H a third time and the 12HR or 24HR time format begins flashing. 5-6 Instruments and Controls Do not ...
Owner's Manual
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... with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can prevent more serious damage to costly repairs that there is an OBD II problem and service is apparent. Reduce vehicle speed. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the light can cause this indicates that might...
... with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can prevent more serious damage to costly repairs that there is an OBD II problem and service is apparent. Reduce vehicle speed. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the light can cause this indicates that might...
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... come on whether a door is opened or closed . panel lights and the radio display. D (Instrument Panel Lights): Push the knob to extend and then turn the knob clockwise to remain off after all the doors are on automatically when a door is located above the instrument panel brightness knob. In this feature is pressed. Dome Lamps The dome lamps come on . To manually turn on the dome lamps...
... come on whether a door is opened or closed . panel lights and the radio display. D (Instrument Panel Lights): Push the knob to extend and then turn the knob clockwise to remain off after all the doors are on automatically when a door is located above the instrument panel brightness knob. In this feature is pressed. Dome Lamps The dome lamps come on . To manually turn on the dome lamps...
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It also works with a rear heating and air-conditioning system, it maintains the temperature, fan speed and air delivery for the rear seat passenger(s). Temperature Control Use this control panel to the rear-seating area. 9 (Off): Turns the rear heating system off. Rear Climate Control System For vehicles with the main climate-control system in the vehicle. Fan Control B. R (Low): This position supplies the least amount of heat to maintain a separate temperature setting. Adjust the direction of the...
It also works with a rear heating and air-conditioning system, it maintains the temperature, fan speed and air delivery for the rear seat passenger(s). Temperature Control Use this control panel to the rear-seating area. 9 (Off): Turns the rear heating system off. Rear Climate Control System For vehicles with the main climate-control system in the vehicle. Fan Control B. R (Low): This position supplies the least amount of heat to maintain a separate temperature setting. Adjust the direction of the...
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... Fuel Container ...9-45 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-24 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-25 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission (Six Speed) ...Automatic Transmission (Four Speed) ...Manual Mode ...Tow/Haul Mode ...9-25 9-28 9-31 9-32 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...9-33 Towing General Towing Information ...Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips ...Trailer Towing ...Towing Equipment ...9-46 9-46 9-50 9-54 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Starting the Engine ...Fast Idle System ...Engine Heater ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP...
... Fuel Container ...9-45 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust ...9-24 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...9-25 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission (Six Speed) ...Automatic Transmission (Four Speed) ...Manual Mode ...Tow/Haul Mode ...9-25 9-28 9-31 9-32 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...9-33 Towing General Towing Information ...Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips ...Trailer Towing ...Towing Equipment ...9-46 9-46 9-50 9-54 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Starting the Engine ...Fast Idle System ...Engine Heater ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP...
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... Operating shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other drivers are seeing the signal when they would get hot and no longer work well. Shift the transmission to be damaged. When towing at normal altitudes. If the overheat warning comes on, see Engine Overheating on the trailer are not. More passing distance is turning, changing lanes or stopping. When towing a trailer, the arrows on the instrument panel flash for...
... Operating shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other drivers are seeing the signal when they would get hot and no longer work well. Shift the transmission to be damaged. When towing at normal altitudes. If the overheat warning comes on, see Engine Overheating on the trailer are not. More passing distance is turning, changing lanes or stopping. When towing a trailer, the arrows on the instrument panel flash for...
Owner's Manual
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... the tire's air pressure for approximately five seconds. Press the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter's Q and " buttons at the same time for five seconds, or until a horn chirp sounds. Vehicle Care The TPMS sensors can use the pointed end of a tire you need to LOCK/OFF. 10. Turn the ignition switch to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5. Proceed to ON/RUN with the driver...
... the tire's air pressure for approximately five seconds. Press the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter's Q and " buttons at the same time for five seconds, or until a horn chirp sounds. Vehicle Care The TPMS sensors can use the pointed end of a tire you need to LOCK/OFF. 10. Turn the ignition switch to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5. Proceed to ON/RUN with the driver...
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... the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications that are designed to give the same performance and vehicle safety, during normal use, as the original tires. Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on the vehicle, when it was new, were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) system rating...
... the vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM's exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications that are designed to give the same performance and vehicle safety, during normal use, as the original tires. Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on the vehicle, when it was new, were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC Spec) system rating...
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... the vehicle has one, works properly. Automatic transmission fluid change (severe service) for vehicles mainly driven when frequently towing a trailer, or used for taxi, police, or delivery service. High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid. Check all recommended maintenance services be taken to perform this maintenance item will decrease the life of the vehicle's useful life. Evaporative control system inspection. Replace as needed. The U.S. See Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission...
... the vehicle has one, works properly. Automatic transmission fluid change (severe service) for vehicles mainly driven when frequently towing a trailer, or used for taxi, police, or delivery service. High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid. Check all recommended maintenance services be taken to perform this maintenance item will decrease the life of the vehicle's useful life. Evaporative control system inspection. Replace as needed. The U.S. See Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission...
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...Latch, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ...3-50 Lighter, Cigarette ...5-9 Lighting Entry/Exit ...6-6 Illumination Control ...6-5 Lights Airbag On-Off ...5-18 Airbag Readiness ...5-17 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ...5-24 Brake System Warning ...5-23 Charging System ...5-20 Cruise Control ...5-27 Engine Oil Pressure ...5-26 Flash-to-Pass ...6-2 High-Beam On ...5-26 High/Low Beam Changer ...6-2 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-16 Security ...5-26 StabiliTrak® Indicator ...5-25 Tire Pressure ...5-25 Tow/Haul Mode ...5-24 Locking Rear Axle ...9-37 Locks Automatic Door ...2-9 Cargo Door...
...Latch, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children ...3-50 Lighter, Cigarette ...5-9 Lighting Entry/Exit ...6-6 Illumination Control ...6-5 Lights Airbag On-Off ...5-18 Airbag Readiness ...5-17 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ...5-24 Brake System Warning ...5-23 Charging System ...5-20 Cruise Control ...5-27 Engine Oil Pressure ...5-26 Flash-to-Pass ...6-2 High-Beam On ...5-26 High/Low Beam Changer ...6-2 Safety Belt Reminders ...5-16 Security ...5-26 StabiliTrak® Indicator ...5-25 Tire Pressure ...5-25 Tow/Haul Mode ...5-24 Locking Rear Axle ...9-37 Locks Automatic Door ...2-9 Cargo Door...
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... Locks ...2-9 Safety System Check ...3-22 Satellite Radio ...7-9 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Scheduling Appointments ...13-7 Seats Adjustment, Front ...3-2 Head Restraints ...3-2 Power Adjustment, Front ...3-3 Rear ...3-5 Reclining Seatbacks ...3-3 Secondary Latch System ...10-84 Securing Child Restraints ...3-57, 3-59, 3-62 Security Light ...5-26 Vehicle ...2-13 Service Accessories and Modifications ...10-4 Doing Your Own Work ...10-6 Engine Soon Light ...5-20 i-9 S Safety Belts ...3-8 Care ...3-23 Extender ...3-22 How to Put ...3-49 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...9-22 Ride Control...
... Locks ...2-9 Safety System Check ...3-22 Satellite Radio ...7-9 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Scheduling Appointments ...13-7 Seats Adjustment, Front ...3-2 Head Restraints ...3-2 Power Adjustment, Front ...3-3 Rear ...3-5 Reclining Seatbacks ...3-3 Secondary Latch System ...10-84 Securing Child Restraints ...3-57, 3-59, 3-62 Security Light ...5-26 Vehicle ...2-13 Service Accessories and Modifications ...10-4 Doing Your Own Work ...10-6 Engine Soon Light ...5-20 i-9 S Safety Belts ...3-8 Care ...3-23 Extender ...3-22 How to Put ...3-49 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...9-22 Ride Control...