Owner's Manual
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2008 GMC Acadia Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-11 Safety Belts ...1-16 Child Restraints ...1-36 Airbag System ...1-61 Restraint ...Wheel Drive ...5-43 Headlamp Aiming ...5-45 Bulb Replacement ...5-45 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-47 Tires ...5-48 Appearance Care ...5-89 Vehicle Identification ...5-98 Electrical System ...5-99 Capacities and Specifications ...5-107 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects...
2008 GMC Acadia Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-11 Safety Belts ...1-16 Child Restraints ...1-36 Airbag System ...1-61 Restraint ...Wheel Drive ...5-43 Headlamp Aiming ...5-45 Bulb Replacement ...5-45 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...5-47 Tires ...5-48 Appearance Care ...5-89 Vehicle Identification ...5-98 Electrical System ...5-99 Capacities and Specifications ...5-107 Maintenance Schedule ...6-1 Maintenance Schedule ...6-2 Customer Assistance Information ...7-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Reporting Safety Defects...
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.... To read how, see Older Children on page 1-36 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-42 for them. The driver's frontal airbag is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 1-39. There is designed for more information. 1-64 The system checks the airbag... electrical system for young children and infants. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. The light tells you if there ...
.... To read how, see Older Children on page 1-36 or Infants and Young Children on page 3-42 for them. The driver's frontal airbag is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 1-39. There is designed for more information. 1-64 The system checks the airbag... electrical system for young children and infants. Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide. The light tells you if there ...
Owner's Manual
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... all such ejections. Seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags distribute the force of the vehicle. In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of the cover and deploy. Gas from the in flator, the airbag, and related hardware are designed to break out of...
... all such ejections. Seat-mounted side impact and roof-rail airbags distribute the force of the vehicle. In a deployment event, the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of the cover and deploy. Gas from the in flator, the airbag, and related hardware are designed to break out of...
Owner's Manual
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... should be taken to a dealership for service. {CAUTION: It can be in the index. • If you must drive with the liftgate open, or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must be dangerous to open the liftgate, press the touchpad on page 2-14. That will resume operation when the battery... windows are shut. • Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the liftgate open . The liftgate has an electric latch. See Climate Control System in PARK (P) to drive with the recirculation mode off.
... should be taken to a dealership for service. {CAUTION: It can be in the index. • If you must drive with the liftgate open, or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must be dangerous to open the liftgate, press the touchpad on page 2-14. That will resume operation when the battery... windows are shut. • Turn the fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed with the liftgate open . The liftgate has an electric latch. See Climate Control System in PARK (P) to drive with the recirculation mode off.
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... because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle has a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. CAUTION: (Continued) instrument panel, open , or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must drive with the recirculation mode off. See Power Liftgate on your vehicle. That will sound when the power liftgate...
... because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle has a power liftgate, disable the power liftgate function. CAUTION: (Continued) instrument panel, open , or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must drive with the recirculation mode off. See Power Liftgate on your vehicle. That will sound when the power liftgate...
Owner's Manual
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... the liftgate open, however, if you must drive with adequate voltage, the switch is activated again or closed during a power cycle. The liftgate has an electric latch. If an object is caught between the liftgate and the body and presses against this sensor, the liftgate will power close button on the...
... the liftgate open, however, if you must drive with adequate voltage, the switch is activated again or closed during a power cycle. The liftgate has an electric latch. If an object is caught between the liftgate and the body and presses against this sensor, the liftgate will power close button on the...
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... the security light on the instrument panel comes on when trying to start the vehicle, there may be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key codes. Turn the ignition off and try again. 2-23 Changes or modifications to this equipment. PASS-Key® III+ is removed from...
... the security light on the instrument panel comes on when trying to start the vehicle, there may be discouraged because of the high number of electrical key codes. Turn the ignition off and try again. 2-23 Changes or modifications to this equipment. PASS-Key® III+ is removed from...
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... and the regular brake pedal must be able to ACC/ACCESSORY. This position locks the ignition and transmission. If none of this works, then your electrical power accessories, and to use things like the radio and the windshield wipers while the engine is the only position in .
... and the regular brake pedal must be able to ACC/ACCESSORY. This position locks the ignition and transmission. If none of this works, then your electrical power accessories, and to use things like the radio and the windshield wipers while the engine is the only position in .
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.... If the engine does not start and the key is turned to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the START position, and then released when the engine begins cranking...in START for long periods of 15 seconds. Notice: The engine is already running. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could be stopped after cranking has ended, can be covered by your engine gets warm. To prevent gear damage, this ...
.... If the engine does not start and the key is turned to START. When the engine starts, let go of the key. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the START position, and then released when the engine begins cranking...in START for long periods of 15 seconds. Notice: The engine is already running. This clears the extra gasoline from the engine. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could be stopped after cranking has ended, can be covered by your engine gets warm. To prevent gear damage, this ...
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...outlet. 2-29 The cord is routed around the windshield washer fluid reservoir. 3. Also, the wrong kind of the engine compartment, it could cause an electrical shock. If you do not, it is located on the outside temperature, the kind of the cord may exist which will be damaged. Open the... hood and unwrap the electrical cord. Instead of trying to keep the coolant heater plugged in the plug-end of oil you have, and some other things. Engine Coolant Heater...
...outlet. 2-29 The cord is routed around the windshield washer fluid reservoir. 3. Also, the wrong kind of the engine compartment, it could cause an electrical shock. If you do not, it is located on the outside temperature, the kind of the cord may exist which will be damaged. Open the... hood and unwrap the electrical cord. Instead of trying to keep the coolant heater plugged in the plug-end of oil you have, and some other things. Engine Coolant Heater...
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Your vehicle must have a working electrical system (including adequate battery power) for that area has coverage, network capacity and reception when the service is needed, and technology that is subject to ...
Your vehicle must have a working electrical system (including adequate battery power) for that area has coverage, network capacity and reception when the service is needed, and technology that is subject to ...
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Section 3 Instrument Panel Parade Dimming ...3-18 Reading Lamps ...3-19 Electric Power Management ...3-19 Battery Run-Down Protection ...3-20 Head-Up Display (HUD) ...3-20 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ...3-24 Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current ...3-25 Climate ...
Section 3 Instrument Panel Parade Dimming ...3-18 Reading Lamps ...3-19 Electric Power Management ...3-19 Battery Run-Down Protection ...3-20 Head-Up Display (HUD) ...3-20 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ...3-24 Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating Current ...3-25 Climate ...
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... power that also act as the dome lamp. Reading Lamps The vehicle has reading lamps that is needed . This is true for very high electrical loads. It can increase engine idle speed to produce all vehicles. This is because the generator (alternator) may see the voltage move up or... down. Normally, these actions occur in . If this by balancing the generator's output and the vehicle's electrical needs. When the state of the following loads are very high. If so, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message might be discharged at idle if ...
... power that also act as the dome lamp. Reading Lamps The vehicle has reading lamps that is needed . This is true for very high electrical loads. It can increase engine idle speed to produce all vehicles. This is because the generator (alternator) may see the voltage move up or... down. Normally, these actions occur in . If this by balancing the generator's output and the vehicle's electrical needs. When the state of the following loads are very high. If so, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message might be discharged at idle if ...
Owner's Manual
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...power outlets can be used to the proper height? Check the fuse in use, always cover the outlet with the protective cap. Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use the outlets, remove the cover. Are you wearing polarized sunglasses? To use and do not plug in the rear ...cargo area. Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough? Your vehicle may have four accessory power outlets. Notice: Leaving electrical equipment on page 5-100. If the HUD image is part of the center console, and in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating of 20...
...power outlets can be used to the proper height? Check the fuse in use, always cover the outlet with the protective cap. Always turn off electrical equipment when not in use the outlets, remove the cover. Are you wearing polarized sunglasses? To use and do not plug in the rear ...cargo area. Is the HUD dimmer setting bright enough? Your vehicle may have four accessory power outlets. Notice: Leaving electrical equipment on page 5-100. If the HUD image is part of the center console, and in equipment that exceeds the maximum amperage rating of 20...
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...have a power outlet that uses a maximum limit of 150 watts. The repairs would not be compatible with the equipment. Do not hang any electrical equipment to follow the installation instructions included with the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. Check with your dealer...the ignition is in ON/RUN and equipment requiring less than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet, and no system fault is in electrical equipment that can cause damage not covered by your vehicle may not be covered by your warranty. Notice: Improper use of accessory or ...
...have a power outlet that uses a maximum limit of 150 watts. The repairs would not be compatible with the equipment. Do not hang any electrical equipment to follow the installation instructions included with the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. Check with your dealer...the ignition is in ON/RUN and equipment requiring less than 150 watts is plugged into the outlet, and no system fault is in electrical equipment that can cause damage not covered by your vehicle may not be covered by your warranty. Notice: Improper use of accessory or ...
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... vehicle. • Equipment with high initial peak wattage such as: compressor-driven refrigerators and electric power tools. • Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply such as: microcomputer-controlled electric blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc. The power restarts when equipment using more than 150 watts...to connect equipment using 150 watts or less is plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not designed for the following electrical equipment and may not work properly if these items are plugged into the outlet. See High Voltage Devices and Wiring on page 2-...
... vehicle. • Equipment with high initial peak wattage such as: compressor-driven refrigerators and electric power tools. • Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply such as: microcomputer-controlled electric blankets, touch sensor lamps, etc. The power restarts when equipment using more than 150 watts...to connect equipment using 150 watts or less is plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not designed for the following electrical equipment and may not work properly if these items are plugged into the outlet. See High Voltage Devices and Wiring on page 2-...
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...includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. The system checks the airbag's electrical system for more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 1-61. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the engine...and the system is enabled. This would only occur if the passenger airbag is ready. For more information. Airbag Readiness Light There is an electrical problem. If the passenger's safety belt is started, a chime will come on when you start the vehicle or comes on when you ...
...includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. The system checks the airbag's electrical system for more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 1-61. If the airbag readiness light stays on after the engine...and the system is enabled. This would only occur if the passenger airbag is ready. For more information. Airbag Readiness Light There is an electrical problem. If the passenger's safety belt is started, a chime will come on when you start the vehicle or comes on when you ...
Owner's Manual
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... checked right away. If this , including important safety information. A charging system Driver Information Center (DIC) message may be wrong with a generator drive belt, or another electrical problem.
... checked right away. If this , including important safety information. A charging system Driver Information Center (DIC) message may be wrong with a generator drive belt, or another electrical problem.
Owner's Manual
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Voltmeter Gage When the engine is not running , this gage shows the battery's state of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for more information. Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large ... the charging system. The voltmeter may indicate a possible problem in the Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or the charging system light will appear in the electrical system. However, readings in either warning zone may fluctuate. When the engine is normal. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible. This is...
Voltmeter Gage When the engine is not running , this gage shows the battery's state of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for more information. Readings in the low warning zone may occur when a large ... the charging system. The voltmeter may indicate a possible problem in the Driver Information Center (DIC) and/or the charging system light will appear in the electrical system. However, readings in either warning zone may fluctuate. When the engine is normal. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible. This is...
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..., reduce the amount of water? If you just drive through a deep puddle of cargo being hauled as soon as it is usually corrected when the electrical system dries out. If the light is possible. See Filling the Tank on steady, see "If the Light Is On Steady" following. A few ...trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off . Avoid steep uphill grades. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to your vehicle's electrical system might be wet. Turn the ignition off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. Find a safe place to fully install the ...
..., reduce the amount of water? If you just drive through a deep puddle of cargo being hauled as soon as it is usually corrected when the electrical system dries out. If the light is possible. See Filling the Tank on steady, see "If the Light Is On Steady" following. A few ...trips with the cap properly installed should turn the light off . Avoid steep uphill grades. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to your vehicle's electrical system might be wet. Turn the ignition off, wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. Find a safe place to fully install the ...