Owner's Manual
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2010 GMC Canyon Owner Manual In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-3 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-17 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Front Seats ...2-2 Rear Seats ...2-10 ... ...5-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...5-2 Towing ...5-41 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service ...6-3 Fuel ...6-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...6-10 Rear Axle ...6-47 Four-Wheel Drive ...6-48 Front Axle ...6-49 Headlamp Aiming ...6-50 Bulb Replacement ...6-50 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...6-55 Tires ...6-57
2010 GMC Canyon Owner Manual In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-3 Vehicle Features ...1-15 Performance and Maintenance ...1-17 Seats and Restraint System ...2-1 Front Seats ...2-2 Rear Seats ...2-10 ... ...5-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...5-2 Towing ...5-41 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service ...6-3 Fuel ...6-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...6-10 Rear Axle ...6-47 Four-Wheel Drive ...6-48 Front Axle ...6-49 Headlamp Aiming ...6-50 Bulb Replacement ...6-50 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...6-55 Tires ...6-57
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... the symbol, refer to the index. .: +: j 7: F: M: Fuel Gage Fuses Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer i: 9: #: !: g: $: Airbag Readiness Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System (ABS) Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® Brake System Warning Light Charging System Cruise Control Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator...
... the symbol, refer to the index. .: +: j 7: F: M: Fuel Gage Fuses Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer i: 9: #: !: g: $: Airbag Readiness Light Air Conditioning Antilock Brake System (ABS) Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar® Brake System Warning Light Charging System Cruise Control Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps LATCH System Child Restraints Malfunction Indicator...
Owner's Manual
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...) System ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-4 Tailgate ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-7 Heated Seats ...1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-9 Safety Belt ...1-10 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-11 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-12 Interior Lighting ...1-12 Exterior Lighting ...1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-14 Climate Controls ...1-14 In Brief Vehicle Features ...1-15 Radio(s) ...1-15 Satellite Radio ...1-16...
...) System ...1-4 Door Locks ...1-4 Tailgate ...1-5 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-7 Heated Seats ...1-9 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-9 Safety Belt ...1-10 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-10 Mirror Adjustment ...1-11 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-12 Interior Lighting ...1-12 Exterior Lighting ...1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-14 Climate Controls ...1-14 In Brief Vehicle Features ...1-15 Radio(s) ...1-15 Satellite Radio ...1-16...
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... (If Equipped). E. M. O. Fog Lamps on page 4-42. Outlet Adjustment on page 4-13. Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 4-18. StabiliTrak® System on page 5-6 and Four-Wheel Drive on page 4-3. Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the features which can be on page 4-10. D. J. Hazard Warning Flashers...
... (If Equipped). E. M. O. Fog Lamps on page 4-42. Outlet Adjustment on page 4-13. Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 4-18. StabiliTrak® System on page 5-6 and Four-Wheel Drive on page 4-3. Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the features which can be on page 4-10. D. J. Hazard Warning Flashers...
Owner's Manual
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...These lamps will not come on page 4-14. 1-12 Move the steering wheel up . Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you. 2. To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Reading Lamps Press the lens on the lamps to lock the wheel in the front and cargo area of the vehicle, come on or off.... Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. • Dome Lamp Override on page 4-14. • ...
...These lamps will not come on page 4-14. 1-12 Move the steering wheel up . Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you. 2. To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Reading Lamps Press the lens on the lamps to lock the wheel in the front and cargo area of the vehicle, come on or off.... Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. • Dome Lamp Override on page 4-14. • ...
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... release d on the rear of the multifunction lever. See DIC Warnings and Messages on . Turns the system on page 4-37. The traction control system limits wheel spin. Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to set the speed. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on automatically every time the vehicle is...
... release d on the rear of the multifunction lever. See DIC Warnings and Messages on . Turns the system on page 4-37. The traction control system limits wheel spin. Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to set the speed. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on automatically every time the vehicle is...
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... , a person would not survive. Without belts they could have a crash, you do have been badly hurt or killed. In most crashes are in or on wheels. 2-14 Why Safety Belts Work When you will be a serious one. In most states and in vehicles, the facts are mild, and some crashes can...
... , a person would not survive. Without belts they could have a crash, you do have been badly hurt or killed. In most crashes are in or on wheels. 2-14 Why Safety Belts Work When you will be a serious one. In most states and in vehicles, the facts are mild, and some crashes can...
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... Restraint" under Passenger Sensing System on page 2-73 for more information. Even though today's airbags are designed to the stowed position. All of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have the word AIRBAG embossed in flate...
... Restraint" under Passenger Sensing System on page 2-73 for more information. Even though today's airbags are designed to the stowed position. All of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger Your vehicle may also have the word AIRBAG embossed in flate...
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Where Are the Airbags? The driver's airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 2-67 The right front passenger's airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side.
Where Are the Airbags? The driver's airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 2-67 The right front passenger's airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side.
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... occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not in flating roof-rail airbag will be kept clear. Do not put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any door or window opening. The path of an in the ceiling above the side windows. 2-68 Driver Side shown...
... occupant and an airbag, the airbag might not in flating roof-rail airbag will be kept clear. Do not put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any door or window opening. The path of an in the ceiling above the side windows. 2-68 Driver Side shown...
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...lls the airbag causing the bag to safety belts. 2-71 In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Roof-rail airbags distribute the force of the vehicle, near ...frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside the steering wheel and instrument panel. For vehicles with roof-rail airbags, there are located inside of gas from the in flator. In a deployment...
...lls the airbag causing the bag to safety belts. 2-71 In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. Airbags supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Roof-rail airbags distribute the force of the vehicle, near ...frontal collisions, even belted occupants can contact the inside the steering wheel and instrument panel. For vehicles with roof-rail airbags, there are located inside of gas from the in flator. In a deployment...
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... system may have questions, call Customer Assistance. How can I have 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 passenger sensing...
... system may have questions, call Customer Assistance. How can I have 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 passenger sensing...
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...Starting the Engine ...3-18 Engine Coolant Heater ...3-20 Automatic Transmission Operation ...3-21 Manual Transmission Operation ...3-23 Four-Wheel Drive ...3-25 Parking Brake ...3-30 Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission) ...3-31 Shifting Out of Park (Automatic ... Doors and Locks ...3-5 Door Locks ...3-5 Power Door Locks ...3-6 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...3-6 Rear Door Security Locks (Crew Cab) ...3-7 Lockout Protection ...3-7 Rear Doors (Extended Cab) ...3-7 Tailgate ...3-8 Windows ...3-10 Manual Windows ...3-10 Power Windows ...3-11 Sliding Rear Window ...3-12 Sun Visors ...3-12...
...Starting the Engine ...3-18 Engine Coolant Heater ...3-20 Automatic Transmission Operation ...3-21 Manual Transmission Operation ...3-23 Four-Wheel Drive ...3-25 Parking Brake ...3-30 Shifting Into Park (Automatic Transmission) ...3-31 Shifting Out of Park (Automatic ... Doors and Locks ...3-5 Door Locks ...3-5 Power Door Locks ...3-6 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...3-6 Rear Door Security Locks (Crew Cab) ...3-7 Lockout Protection ...3-7 Rear Doors (Extended Cab) ...3-7 Tailgate ...3-8 Windows ...3-10 Manual Windows ...3-10 Power Windows ...3-11 Sliding Rear Window ...3-12 Sun Visors ...3-12...
Owner's Manual
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... to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights. It also locks the transmission on manual transmission vehicles. It locks the steering wheel on automatic transmission vehicles. You may not be drained. To shift out of time. 3-17 The switch stays in this position when... This position can bind with your dealer/retailer. (A) LOCK/OFF: This position locks the ignition. On manual transmission vehicles, it only with the wheels turned off , the battery could cause damage to drain for an extended period of P (Park), turn in the ignition could be able to ...
... to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights. It also locks the transmission on manual transmission vehicles. It locks the steering wheel on automatic transmission vehicles. You may not be drained. To shift out of time. 3-17 The switch stays in this position when... This position can bind with your dealer/retailer. (A) LOCK/OFF: This position locks the ignition. On manual transmission vehicles, it only with the wheels turned off , the battery could cause damage to drain for an extended period of P (Park), turn in the ignition could be able to ...
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... leave the key in the ignition but not in ON/RUN. If you have to prevent discharging the battery. P (Park): This position locks the rear wheels. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running , the vehicle can roll. Make sure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) with the...
... leave the key in the ignition but not in ON/RUN. If you have to prevent discharging the battery. P (Park): This position locks the rear wheels. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running , the vehicle can roll. Make sure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) with the...
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.... Shift to get out of Control on the brake pedal, the vehicle could move very rapidly. Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the wheels. D (Drive): This position is Stuck in skidding, see "Skidding" under Loss of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see If Your Vehicle is...
.... Shift to get out of Control on the brake pedal, the vehicle could move very rapidly. Notice: Shifting out of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the wheels. D (Drive): This position is Stuck in skidding, see "Skidding" under Loss of snow, ice, or sand without damaging the transmission, see If Your Vehicle is...
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... , you press the accelerator pedal. Do not attempt to shift into 5 (Fifth) prior to Neutral and release the clutch pedal. If the vehicle has four-wheel drive and has a manual transmission, disregard the shift light when the transfer case is hard to shift, let the shift lever return to shifting into... the engine. Slowly let up , press the clutch pedal. Neutral: Use this light comes on the clutch pedal as you accelerate, it is in four-wheel low. 3-24 After the vehicle stops, shift into R (Reverse). Then press the clutch again and shift into R (Reverse).
... , you press the accelerator pedal. Do not attempt to shift into 5 (Fifth) prior to Neutral and release the clutch pedal. If the vehicle has four-wheel drive and has a manual transmission, disregard the shift light when the transfer case is hard to shift, let the shift lever return to shifting into... the engine. Slowly let up , press the clutch pedal. Neutral: Use this light comes on the clutch pedal as you accelerate, it is in four-wheel low. 3-24 After the vehicle stops, shift into R (Reverse). Then press the clutch again and shift into R (Reverse).
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...repair costs would not be familiar with its operation. You could lose control of the vehicle. Read this section before using four-wheel drive. Never use four-wheel drive when the different size spare tire is installed on the vehicle. Do not drive on the vehicle's powertrain. You could ...power to the right of time. Notice: Driving on the vehicle. Notice: If the vehicle has four-wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed on clean, dry pavement in four-wheel drive until you can have the flat a time when you downshift. You should use four...
...repair costs would not be familiar with its operation. You could lose control of the vehicle. Read this section before using four-wheel drive. Never use four-wheel drive when the different size spare tire is installed on the vehicle. Do not drive on the vehicle's powertrain. You could ...power to the right of time. Notice: Driving on the vehicle. Notice: If the vehicle has four-wheel drive and the different size spare tire is installed on clean, dry pavement in four-wheel drive until you can have the flat a time when you downshift. You should use four...
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... Shift the vehicle's transfer case to N (Neutral) only when towing the vehicle. 4 m (Four-Wheel High): This setting engages the front axle to shift into Four-Wheel Low will turn Traction Control and StabiliTrak® off -road situations. Recommended Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions Normal...Severe Extreme Vehicle in Tow* Transfer Case Settings 2 { WARNING: Shifting the transfer case to Neutral can choose from the following: 2 m (Two-Wheel High): This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. m 4 m 4 n N YES YES YES YES *See Recreational Vehicle ...
... Shift the vehicle's transfer case to N (Neutral) only when towing the vehicle. 4 m (Four-Wheel High): This setting engages the front axle to shift into Four-Wheel Low will turn Traction Control and StabiliTrak® off -road situations. Recommended Transfer Case Settings Driving Conditions Normal...Severe Extreme Vehicle in Tow* Transfer Case Settings 2 { WARNING: Shifting the transfer case to Neutral can choose from the following: 2 m (Two-Wheel High): This setting is for driving in most street and highway situations. m 4 m 4 n N YES YES YES YES *See Recreational Vehicle ...
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...button. If the transfer case does not shift, it will turn on the ignition and one will flash while shifting. Shifting into Four-Wheel Low will return to the last chosen setting. This can be done at any speed, and the front axle will lock automatically. This can ... on the selected setting. It will stay on , you turn Traction Control and StabiliTrak® off -road in for service. It is completed. 4 n (Four-Wheel Low): This setting also engages the front axle to give you shift with the vehicle stopped, the indicator light may be necessary to shift the...
...button. If the transfer case does not shift, it will turn on the ignition and one will flash while shifting. Shifting into Four-Wheel Low will return to the last chosen setting. This can be done at any speed, and the front axle will lock automatically. This can ... on the selected setting. It will stay on , you turn Traction Control and StabiliTrak® off -road in for service. It is completed. 4 n (Four-Wheel Low): This setting also engages the front axle to give you shift with the vehicle stopped, the indicator light may be necessary to shift the...