Owner's Manual
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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...
Owner's Manual
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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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... 5‑19 (If Equipped). B. J. Q. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑20. M. USB Port. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5‑3. Horn on page 5‑2. Shift Lever. Manual Mode on page 6‑5. L. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 9‑31 (If Equipped). In Brief A. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑11. W. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑4. See Auxiliary...
... 5‑19 (If Equipped). B. J. Q. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5‑20. M. USB Port. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5‑3. Horn on page 5‑2. Shift Lever. Manual Mode on page 6‑5. L. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 9‑31 (If Equipped). In Brief A. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑11. W. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. Instrument Cluster on page 5‑4. See Auxiliary...
Owner's Manual
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... K again within 5 seconds to locate the vehicle. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will be locked and the climate control system may not be found later in this feature the engine can be started from the vehicle. Press L and release to unlock all doors. 3. The doors will turn signal lamps flash. Remote Vehicle Start RKE Transmitter With Remote Start Shown Press With this owner manual. Aim the RKE transmitter at the...
... K again within 5 seconds to locate the vehicle. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will be locked and the climate control system may not be found later in this feature the engine can be started from the vehicle. Press L and release to unlock all doors. 3. The doors will turn signal lamps flash. Remote Vehicle Start RKE Transmitter With Remote Start Shown Press With this owner manual. Aim the RKE transmitter at the...
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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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... vehicle will work . Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in LOCK/OFF for the panic alarm to activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times. Any lost or stolen, a replacement can have up to four transmitters programmed to ON/RUN or L is programmed. See "REPLACE BATTERY...
... vehicle will work . Battery Replacement Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY message displays in LOCK/OFF for the panic alarm to activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times. Any lost or stolen, a replacement can have up to four transmitters programmed to ON/RUN or L is programmed. See "REPLACE BATTERY...
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.../RUN. Turn on page 6‑4. To start . The airbag readiness light will be extended one time. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. If it is the first remote start : . / (Remote Vehicle Start): This button will turn the key to ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. . . The doors will be turned to ON/RUN and then back to extend the engine running . Press and release Q on while the engine is two. 2-6 Keys, Doors and Windows 3. To manually shut off after a remote start...
.../RUN. Turn on page 6‑4. To start . The airbag readiness light will be extended one time. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. If it is the first remote start : . / (Remote Vehicle Start): This button will turn the key to ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF. . . The doors will be turned to ON/RUN and then back to extend the engine running . Press and release Q on while the engine is two. 2-6 Keys, Doors and Windows 3. To manually shut off after a remote start...
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...;22. Power Windows { WARNING Leaving children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is at any time by pulling up on each of the switch to be badly injured or even killed. If the vehicle has power windows, the controls are children in a vehicle with children. Press fully and release the window switch marked AUTO to lower the window.
...;22. Power Windows { WARNING Leaving children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is at any time by pulling up on each of the switch to be badly injured or even killed. If the vehicle has power windows, the controls are children in a vehicle with children. Press fully and release the window switch marked AUTO to lower the window.
Owner's Manual
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... select tracks on other steering wheel control. Selecting Tracks on a CD, or navigate an iPod® or USB device. Press and hold w or c x while listening to the next or previous radio station stored as a preset or favorite. If available, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. 5-2 Instruments and Controls 2. See Cruise Control on page 9‑...
... select tracks on other steering wheel control. Selecting Tracks on a CD, or navigate an iPod® or USB device. Press and hold w or c x while listening to the next or previous radio station stored as a preset or favorite. If available, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. 5-2 Instruments and Controls 2. See Cruise Control on page 9‑...
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...: DRIVE IN CIRCLES. To calibrate the compass, use the following these types of radios, the clock can be a strong magnetic field interfering with an optional CD player, it has a H button for setting the time. 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...
...: DRIVE IN CIRCLES. To calibrate the compass, use the following these types of radios, the clock can be a strong magnetic field interfering with an optional CD player, it has a H button for setting the time. 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...
Owner's Manual
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... Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can prevent more serious damage to come on when the ignition is on , after a while, the emission controls might not work as well, the vehicle fuel economy might not be as it is apparent. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of two ways: Light...
... Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can prevent more serious damage to come on when the ignition is on , after a while, the emission controls might not work as well, the vehicle fuel economy might not be as it is apparent. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of two ways: Light...
Owner's Manual
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... steering column. This only works if the headlamps or parking lamps are closed . panel lights and the radio display. D (Instrument Panel Lights): Push the knob to extend and then turn clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the instrument The dome lamp override sets the dome lamps to remain off after all the doors are on the dome lamps, press D then turn on . Lighting 6-5 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control...
... steering column. This only works if the headlamps or parking lamps are closed . panel lights and the radio display. D (Instrument Panel Lights): Push the knob to extend and then turn clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the instrument The dome lamp override sets the dome lamps to remain off after all the doors are on the dome lamps, press D then turn on . Lighting 6-5 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control...
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... the rear‐seating area. R (Low): This position supplies the least amount of heat to the rear-seating area. 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). c (Medium): This position supplies half the amount of heat to maintain a separate temperature setting. Front Climate Control Panel A. Fan Control B. Temperature Control Use this control panel to the rear-seating area. 9 (Off): Turns the rear heating...
... the rear‐seating area. R (Low): This position supplies the least amount of heat to the rear-seating area. 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). c (Medium): This position supplies half the amount of heat to maintain a separate temperature setting. Front Climate Control Panel A. Fan Control B. Temperature Control Use this control panel to the rear-seating area. 9 (Off): Turns the rear heating...
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... Passing Driving and Operating shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other drivers the vehicle is needed when towing a trailer. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Shift the transmission to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with a trailer, make wider turns than at high altitude on level ground, with the vehicle. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. If the engine is...
... Passing Driving and Operating shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other drivers the vehicle is needed when towing a trailer. Avoid jerky or sudden maneuvers. Shift the transmission to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with a trailer, make wider turns than at high altitude on level ground, with the vehicle. Avoid making very sharp turns while trailering. If the engine is...
Owner's Manual
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... to match the first tire/wheel position, and five minutes overall to match all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the DIC display screen goes off . 3. Set the parking brake. 2. Start with the engine off . 9. Turn the ignition switch to the driver side rear tire, and the TPMS sensor matching process is outlined below: 1. Vehicle Care The TPMS sensors can use the pointed...
... to match the first tire/wheel position, and five minutes overall to match all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the DIC display screen goes off . 3. Set the parking brake. 2. Start with the engine off . 9. Turn the ignition switch to the driver side rear tire, and the TPMS sensor matching process is outlined below: 1. Vehicle Care The TPMS sensors can use the pointed...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on the tires that you need replacement tires, GM strongly recommends that may result in a cool, dry, clean area away from direct sunlight to reduce the weight from the tires. 10-67 Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle. When storing a vehicle...
... vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. Vehicle Care Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on the tires that you need replacement tires, GM strongly recommends that may result in a cool, dry, clean area away from direct sunlight to reduce the weight from the tires. 10-67 Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle. When storing a vehicle...
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... vehicles mainly driven when frequently towing a trailer, or used to clean mud and dirt from the underbody, care should be recorded. Check that all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for taxi, police, or delivery service. Check the hold open ability of the vehicle's useful life. Check vent hose at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be replaced. . An Emission Control Service. See Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission...
... vehicles mainly driven when frequently towing a trailer, or used to clean mud and dirt from the underbody, care should be recorded. Check that all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for taxi, police, or delivery service. Check the hold open ability of the vehicle's useful life. Check vent hose at the indicated intervals and the maintenance be replaced. . An Emission Control Service. See Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission...
Owner's Manual
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... 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 Relocking ...2-8 Delayed Locking ...2-8 Door ...2-7 Lockout Protection ...2-9 Power Door ...2-8 Safety ...2-9 Loss of Control ...9-5 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH SYSTEM) ...3-50 M Maintenance Records ...11-10 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...11-7 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-20 Manual Mirrors ...2-15 Manual Mode ...9-31 Manual Windows...
... 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 Relocking ...2-8 Delayed Locking ...2-8 Door ...2-7 Lockout Protection ...2-9 Power Door ...2-8 Safety ...2-9 Loss of Control ...9-5 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH SYSTEM) ...3-50 M Maintenance Records ...11-10 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...11-7 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-20 Manual Mirrors ...2-15 Manual Mode ...9-31 Manual Windows...
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... ...13-7 Vehicle Messages ...5-38 Servicing the Airbag ...3-39 Shift Lock Control Function Check, Automatic Transmission ...10-37 Shifting Into Park ...9-22 Out of Park ...9-23 Side Door ...2-10 Sidemarker Bulb Replacement ...10-41 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...6-4 Sliding Door ...2-11 Specifications and Capacities ...12-2 Speedometer ...5-12 Government ...13-13 Safety 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...
... ...13-7 Vehicle Messages ...5-38 Servicing the Airbag ...3-39 Shift Lock Control Function Check, Automatic Transmission ...10-37 Shifting Into Park ...9-22 Out of Park ...9-23 Side Door ...2-10 Sidemarker Bulb Replacement ...10-41 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...6-4 Sliding Door ...2-11 Specifications and Capacities ...12-2 Speedometer ...5-12 Government ...13-13 Safety 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...