Owner's Manual
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... Rear Seats ...2-14 Safety Belts ...2-16 Child Restraints ...2-39 Airbag System ...2-73 Restraint System Check ...2-94 Features and Controls ...3-1 Keys ...3-3 Doors and Locks ...3-10 Windows ...3-16 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...3-19 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...3-23 Mirrors ...3-60 Object Detection Systems ...3-64 Universal Home Remote System ...3-73 Storage Areas ...3-80 Sunroof ...3-83 Instrument Panel ...4-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...4-3 Climate Controls ...4-19 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...4-29 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...4-50 Audio System(s) ...4-85 Driving...
... Rear Seats ...2-14 Safety Belts ...2-16 Child Restraints ...2-39 Airbag System ...2-73 Restraint System Check ...2-94 Features and Controls ...3-1 Keys ...3-3 Doors and Locks ...3-10 Windows ...3-16 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...3-19 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...3-23 Mirrors ...3-60 Object Detection Systems ...3-64 Universal Home Remote System ...3-73 Storage Areas ...3-80 Sunroof ...3-83 Instrument Panel ...4-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...4-3 Climate Controls ...4-19 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ...4-29 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...4-50 Audio System(s) ...4-85 Driving...
Owner's Manual
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2010 GMC Sierra Owner Manual M Headlamp Aiming ...6-60 Bulb Replacement ...6-63 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...6-69 Tires ...6-70 Appearance Care ...6-121 Vehicle Identification ...6-128 Electrical System ...6-129 Capacities and Specifications ...6-137 Maintenance Schedule ...7-1 Maintenance Schedule ...7-2 Customer Assistance Information ...8-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...8-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...8-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...8-19 Index ...i-1
2010 GMC Sierra Owner Manual M Headlamp Aiming ...6-60 Bulb Replacement ...6-63 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ...6-69 Tires ...6-70 Appearance Care ...6-121 Vehicle Identification ...6-128 Electrical System ...6-129 Capacities and Specifications ...6-137 Maintenance Schedule ...7-1 Maintenance Schedule ...7-2 Customer Assistance Information ...8-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...8-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...8-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...8-19 Index ...i-1
Owner's Manual
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... Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-6 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-6 Door Locks ...1-7 Windows ...1-7 Seat Adjustment ...1-9 Heated Seats ...1-12 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-12 Safety Belt ...1-13 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-13 Mirror Adjustment ...1-14 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-16 Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...1-16 Interior Lighting ...1-17 Exterior Lighting ...1-17 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-18 Climate Controls ...1-19 Transmission ...1-20 Four-Wheel Drive ...1-21 In Brief Vehicle Features ...Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Steering...
... Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-6 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-6 Door Locks ...1-7 Windows ...1-7 Seat Adjustment ...1-9 Heated Seats ...1-12 Head Restraint Adjustment ...1-12 Safety Belt ...1-13 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-13 Mirror Adjustment ...1-14 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-16 Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...1-16 Interior Lighting ...1-17 Exterior Lighting ...1-17 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-18 Climate Controls ...1-19 Transmission ...1-20 Four-Wheel Drive ...1-21 In Brief Vehicle Features ...Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Steering...
Owner's Manual
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... 4‑19. Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4‑30. Passenger Airbag Off Control (If Equipped). A. C. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑17. Range Selection Mode (Allison Transmission and Hydra-Matic® 6‐Speed Button (If Equipped). Audio System(s) on page 4‑3. I. L. M. Horn on page 4‑85. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑23. Ashtray (If Equipped). Climate Control System (With Heater Only) on...
... 4‑19. Heated Windshield Washer Fluid Button (If Equipped). Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4‑30. Passenger Airbag Off Control (If Equipped). A. C. Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑17. Range Selection Mode (Allison Transmission and Hydra-Matic® 6‐Speed Button (If Equipped). Audio System(s) on page 4‑3. I. L. M. Horn on page 4‑85. Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 4‑23. Ashtray (If Equipped). Climate Control System (With Heater Only) on...
Owner's Manual
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... Four-Wheel Drive on page 4‑23 (If Equipped). O. Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on page 4‑7. See Windshield Washer on page 3‑64 (If Equipped). Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑7. D. I. Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Cruise Control on page 4‑30. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4‑29. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑17. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑148. J. Audio Steering Wheel Controls...
... Four-Wheel Drive on page 4‑23 (If Equipped). O. Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on page 4‑7. See Windshield Washer on page 3‑64 (If Equipped). Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4‑7. D. I. Integrated Trailer Brake Controller (If Equipped). Cruise Control on page 4‑30. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4‑29. Outlet Adjustment on page 4‑17. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 4‑148. J. Audio Steering Wheel Controls...
Owner's Manual
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... with all lower gears accessible. Outside Air G. Rear Window Defogger K. Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Range Selection Mode A. Air Conditioning L. To enable the Range Selection feature, move the column shift lever to the M. Power Button J. AUTO D. Air Delivery Mode Control H. See Climate Control System (With Heater Only) on page 4‑19 or Climate Control System (With Air Conditioning) on page 4‑20 and Dual Automatic Climate Control System on the shift lever. Air Recirculation...
... with all lower gears accessible. Outside Air G. Rear Window Defogger K. Dual Automatic Climate Control System Transmission Range Selection Mode A. Air Conditioning L. To enable the Range Selection feature, move the column shift lever to the M. Power Button J. AUTO D. Air Delivery Mode Control H. See Climate Control System (With Heater Only) on page 4‑19 or Climate Control System (With Air Conditioning) on page 4‑20 and Dual Automatic Climate Control System on the shift lever. Air Recirculation...
Owner's Manual
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... 4‑136 and Rear Seat Audio (RSA) on page 4‑145 for more information about these and other radio features, see Radio(s) on . 2. f For detailed instructions on page 4‑86. 1-24 Press the softkey located under any combination of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press O, to...
... 4‑136 and Rear Seat Audio (RSA) on page 4‑145 for more information about these and other radio features, see Radio(s) on . 2. f For detailed instructions on page 4‑86. 1-24 Press the softkey located under any combination of favorites, each having six favorite stations available per page. Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, then press O, to...
Owner's Manual
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...Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Starting the Engine ...Fast Idle System ...Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Active Fuel Management™ ...Automatic Transmission Operation ...Tow/Haul Mode ...Four-Wheel Drive ...Parking Brake ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting Out of Park ...Parking Over Things That Burn ...Engine Exhaust ...Running the Vehicle While Parked ...Mirrors ...Manual Rearview Mirror ...Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...Outside Manual Mirrors...
...Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...New Vehicle Break-In ...Ignition Positions ...Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Starting the Engine ...Fast Idle System ...Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...Engine Coolant Heater ...Active Fuel Management™ ...Automatic Transmission Operation ...Tow/Haul Mode ...Four-Wheel Drive ...Parking Brake ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting Out of Park ...Parking Over Things That Burn ...Engine Exhaust ...Running the Vehicle While Parked ...Mirrors ...Manual Rearview Mirror ...Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...Outside Manual Mirrors...
Owner's Manual
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.... Crew Cabs If your doors from opening the rear doors. To open a rear access door from a moving vehicle may also have a feature which prevents children from the inside or outside. After you put the tailgate back up on the tailgate, use the handle located on the tailgate. See Rear Door Security Locks on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly...
.... Crew Cabs If your doors from opening the rear doors. To open a rear access door from a moving vehicle may also have a feature which prevents children from the inside or outside. After you put the tailgate back up on the tailgate, use the handle located on the tailgate. See Rear Door Security Locks on the tailgate, even when the vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly...
Owner's Manual
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... brake warning light is on page 4‑38. If the ignition is off , and shift the transmission to ON/RUN with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to Two-Wheel-Drive High, Four-Wheel-Drive High, AUTO. See Brake System Warning Light on , the brake system warning light will go out. 4. Notice: Shifting the transmission into gear. 5. Start the engine and shift the transmission to moving the vehicle. Set the parking brake...
... brake warning light is on page 4‑38. If the ignition is off , and shift the transmission to ON/RUN with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or damage to Two-Wheel-Drive High, Four-Wheel-Drive High, AUTO. See Brake System Warning Light on , the brake system warning light will go out. 4. Notice: Shifting the transmission into gear. 5. Start the engine and shift the transmission to moving the vehicle. Set the parking brake...
Owner's Manual
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..., then turn the radio on . 2. To increase the time or date, do one of the tabs to turn the f knob to set the time: 1. To decrease the time or date, do one of the following : ... Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN, then press the O button to change the time format. 5. MP3 Radios with a Single CD or a Single CD and DVD Player...
..., then turn the radio on . 2. To increase the time or date, do one of the tabs to turn the f knob to set the time: 1. To decrease the time or date, do one of the following : ... Turn the ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN, then press the O button to change the time format. 5. MP3 Radios with a Single CD or a Single CD and DVD Player...
Owner's Manual
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... auxiliary input device, such as : DVD slot, CD slot, Front Auxiliary, and Rear Auxiliary (if available). The parental control feature remains on page 4‑136 for more than two seconds again, or until the driver turns the ignition off and exits the vehicle. See the information given earlier in this section, or "Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks" under, Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on until...
... auxiliary input device, such as : DVD slot, CD slot, Front Auxiliary, and Rear Auxiliary (if available). The parental control feature remains on page 4‑136 for more than two seconds again, or until the driver turns the ignition off and exits the vehicle. See the information given earlier in this section, or "Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks" under, Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System on until...
Owner's Manual
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... adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change. If the vehicle's service brakes are applied while using the Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever, the trailer output power will apply only the trailer brakes. Make sure the trailer brakes are applied. This lever is over-gained may result in the Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure to properly adjust the power output to apply the trailer's electric brakes independent of the vehicle and trailer.
... adjusted any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change. If the vehicle's service brakes are applied while using the Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever, the trailer output power will apply only the trailer brakes. Make sure the trailer brakes are applied. This lever is over-gained may result in the Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure to properly adjust the power output to apply the trailer's electric brakes independent of the vehicle and trailer.
Owner's Manual
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... Trailer Gain to the highest allowable setting for the towing condition. 7. Connecting a trailer without electric brakes will appear on the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 5-75 Adjusting trailer gain at any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change or if trailer wheel lock-up , indicated by using the gain adjustment (+ / -) buttons on the DIC showing TRAILER GAIN and TRAILER OUTPUT. 3. Drive the vehicle with electric brakes: . Adjust the Trailer Gain by trailer wheel squeal or tire smoke when a trailer wheel locks...
... Trailer Gain to the highest allowable setting for the towing condition. 7. Connecting a trailer without electric brakes will appear on the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 5-75 Adjusting trailer gain at any time vehicle loading, trailer loading or road surface conditions change or if trailer wheel lock-up , indicated by using the gain adjustment (+ / -) buttons on the DIC showing TRAILER GAIN and TRAILER OUTPUT. 3. Drive the vehicle with electric brakes: . Adjust the Trailer Gain by trailer wheel squeal or tire smoke when a trailer wheel locks...
Owner's Manual
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... ...Engine Fan Noise ...Power Steering Fluid ...Windshield Washer Fluid ...Brakes ...Battery ...Jump Starting ...Rear Axle ...Four-Wheel Drive ...Front Axle ...Noise Control System ...Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited ...Headlamp Aiming ...6-24 6-28 6-32 6-33 6-39 6-41 6-42 6-42 6-43 6-45 6-48 6-49 6-54 6-56 6-58 6-59 6-59 6-60 Service ...6-4 Accessories and Modifications ...6-4 California Proposition 65 Warning ...6-5 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...6-5 Doing Your Own Service Work ...6-5 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...6-6 Fuel ...6-6 Gasoline...
... ...Engine Fan Noise ...Power Steering Fluid ...Windshield Washer Fluid ...Brakes ...Battery ...Jump Starting ...Rear Axle ...Four-Wheel Drive ...Front Axle ...Noise Control System ...Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited ...Headlamp Aiming ...6-24 6-28 6-32 6-33 6-39 6-41 6-42 6-42 6-43 6-45 6-48 6-49 6-54 6-56 6-58 6-59 6-59 6-60 Service ...6-4 Accessories and Modifications ...6-4 California Proposition 65 Warning ...6-5 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...6-5 Doing Your Own Service Work ...6-5 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...6-6 Fuel ...6-6 Gasoline...
Owner's Manual
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... rotated, inspect brake pads for wear. 6-47 When tires are first applied or lightly applied. When the brake wear warning sound is moving, except when applying the brake pedal firmly. Properly torqued wheel nuts are removed for rotation or changing. Rear brake drums should always be heard all the time the vehicle is heard, have the vehicle serviced. Disc brake pads have built-in Capacities and Specifications on page...
... rotated, inspect brake pads for wear. 6-47 When tires are first applied or lightly applied. When the brake wear warning sound is moving, except when applying the brake pedal firmly. Properly torqued wheel nuts are removed for rotation or changing. Rear brake drums should always be heard all the time the vehicle is heard, have the vehicle serviced. Disc brake pads have built-in Capacities and Specifications on page...
Owner's Manual
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...), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Cords may be made from driving. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in compliance with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. Tire Pressure on each square inch of the tire. Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or...
...), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Cords may be made from driving. Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in compliance with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. Tire Pressure on each square inch of the tire. Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of air pressure in a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or...
Owner's Manual
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... equipment tires installed on your 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 you to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC spec) system rating. GM's TPC Spec number is because uniform tread depth on proper tire rotation. { WARNING: Mixing tires could have a crash. Using tires of your vehicle, when it did when the tires were...
... equipment tires installed on your 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 you to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC spec) system rating. GM's TPC Spec number is because uniform tread depth on proper tire rotation. { WARNING: Mixing tires could have a crash. Using tires of your vehicle, when it did when the tires were...
Owner's Manual
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... Headlamp System ...4-12 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...6-24, 6-28 Operation ...3-30 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp ...4-14 Axle, Rear ...6-54 B Battery ...6-48 Electric Power Management ...4-16 Run-Down Protection ...4-17 Belt Routing, Engine ...7-16 Bluetooth® ...4-125 Brake Emergencies ...5-5 Pedal and Adjustable Throttle ...3-28 Brakes ...6-45 Antilock ...5-4 Parking ...3-54 System Warning Light ...4-38 Braking ...5-3 Braking in Emergencies ...5-5 Break-In, New Vehicle ...3-23 Bulb Replacement ...6-69 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp ...6-65 Fog Lamps ...4-14 Halogen...
... Headlamp System ...4-12 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...6-24, 6-28 Operation ...3-30 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp ...4-14 Axle, Rear ...6-54 B Battery ...6-48 Electric Power Management ...4-16 Run-Down Protection ...4-17 Belt Routing, Engine ...7-16 Bluetooth® ...4-125 Brake Emergencies ...5-5 Pedal and Adjustable Throttle ...3-28 Brakes ...6-45 Antilock ...5-4 Parking ...3-54 System Warning Light ...4-38 Braking ...5-3 Braking in Emergencies ...5-5 Break-In, New Vehicle ...3-23 Bulb Replacement ...6-69 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp ...6-65 Fog Lamps ...4-14 Halogen...
Owner's Manual
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... ...6-101 Secondary Latch System ...6-113 Start Vehicle, Remote ...3-7 Starting the Engine ...3-26 Steering ...5-9 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...4-148 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...4-3 Storage Areas Center Console ...3-81 Cupholders ...3-80 Glove Box ...3-80 Instrument Panel ...3-81 Rear Seat Armrest ...3-83 Roof Rack System ...3-82 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...5-31 Sun Visors ...3-19 Sunroof ...3-83 System Roof Rack ...3-82 T Tachometer ...4-31 Tailgate ...3-14 Taillamps Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ...6-66 Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited ...6-59...
... ...6-101 Secondary Latch System ...6-113 Start Vehicle, Remote ...3-7 Starting the Engine ...3-26 Steering ...5-9 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...4-148 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...4-3 Storage Areas Center Console ...3-81 Cupholders ...3-80 Glove Box ...3-80 Instrument Panel ...3-81 Rear Seat Armrest ...3-83 Roof Rack System ...3-82 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...5-31 Sun Visors ...3-19 Sunroof ...3-83 System Roof Rack ...3-82 T Tachometer ...4-31 Tailgate ...3-14 Taillamps Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps ...6-66 Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited ...6-59...