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2011 GMC Canyon Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-3 Vehicle Features ...1-14 Performance and Maintenance ...1-16 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-7 Vehicle Security...2-9 Exterior Mirrors ...2-12 Interior Mirrors ...2-13 Windows ...2-15 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-9 Safety Belts ...3-12 Airbag System ...3-28 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 Canyon Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-3 Vehicle Features ...1-14 Performance and Maintenance ...1-16 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-7 Vehicle Security...2-9 Exterior Mirrors ...2-12 Interior Mirrors ...2-13 Windows ...2-15 Seats and Restraints ...3-1 Head Restraints ...3-2 Front Seats ...3-3 Rear Seats ...3-9 Safety Belts ...3-12 Airbag System ...3-28 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 Canyon Owner Manual M Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-4 Headlamp Aiming ...10-37 Bulb Replacement ...10-37 Electrical System ...10-42 Wheels and Tires ...10-50 Jump Starting ...10-90 Towing ...10-93 Appearance Care ...10-99 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-6 Maintenance Records ...11-10 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information...
2011 GMC Canyon Owner Manual M Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-4 Headlamp Aiming ...10-37 Bulb Replacement ...10-37 Electrical System ...10-42 Wheels and Tires ...10-50 Jump Starting ...10-90 Towing ...10-93 Appearance Care ...10-99 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-6 Maintenance Records ...11-10 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information...
Owner's Manual
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... ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Door Locks ...Tailgate ...Windows ...Seat Adjustment ...Heated Seats ...Head Restraint Adjustment ...Safety Belts ...1-3 1-4 1-4 1-5 1-5 1-6 1-7 1-7 1-8 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-8 Mirror Adjustment ...1-9 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-10 Interior Lighting ...1-10 Exterior Lighting ...1-11 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-11 Climate Controls ...1-12 Four-Wheel Drive ...1-13 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) ...1-16 StabiliTrak® System ...1-17 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-17 Engine Oil Life System ...1-17 Driving...
... ...Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...Door Locks ...Tailgate ...Windows ...Seat Adjustment ...Heated Seats ...Head Restraint Adjustment ...Safety Belts ...1-3 1-4 1-4 1-5 1-5 1-6 1-7 1-7 1-8 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-8 Mirror Adjustment ...1-9 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-10 Interior Lighting ...1-10 Exterior Lighting ...1-11 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...1-11 Climate Controls ...1-12 Four-Wheel Drive ...1-13 Performance and Maintenance Traction Control System (TCS) ...1-16 StabiliTrak® System ...1-17 Tire Pressure Monitor ...1-17 Engine Oil Life System ...1-17 Driving...
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... As the owner of a new GMC, you are appropriate, use cruise control. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, with the same TPC Spec number molded into a single trip. Press and release the stem in the Roadside Assistance program. Replace the vehicle's tires with the engine off. 2. Always follow posted speed limits or drive more information see Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. For more slowly when conditions require...
... As the owner of a new GMC, you are appropriate, use cruise control. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, with the same TPC Spec number molded into a single trip. Press and release the stem in the Roadside Assistance program. Replace the vehicle's tires with the engine off. 2. Always follow posted speed limits or drive more information see Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. For more slowly when conditions require...
Owner's Manual
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... lock all doors automatically when the shift lever is moved out of P (Park). Driver Switch Shown On vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on the driver and the front passenger armrests. Keys, Doors and Windows WARNING (Continued) injuries or even death from the factory to lock all the doors when the vehicle speed is greater than 24 km/h (15 mph). Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it. . 2-5 Power Door Locks Automatic Door Locks If the vehicle has power door locks and the remote keyless entry...
... lock all doors automatically when the shift lever is moved out of P (Park). Driver Switch Shown On vehicles with power door locks, the switches are located on the driver and the front passenger armrests. Keys, Doors and Windows WARNING (Continued) injuries or even death from the factory to lock all the doors when the vehicle speed is greater than 24 km/h (15 mph). Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it. . 2-5 Power Door Locks Automatic Door Locks If the vehicle has power door locks and the remote keyless entry...
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... page 5‑20. Release the key from the driver seat. The passenger side mirror is started . The vehicle is disabled and the vehicle does not start after the engine is started with , the fuel system is not protected by your dealer. In an emergency, call the Roadside Assistance Center. Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors Immobilizer Operation (Passlock U.S. If an incorrect key is used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with a valid...
... page 5‑20. Release the key from the driver seat. The passenger side mirror is started . The vehicle is disabled and the vehicle does not start after the engine is started with , the fuel system is not protected by your dealer. In an emergency, call the Roadside Assistance Center. Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors Immobilizer Operation (Passlock U.S. If an incorrect key is used or the ignition lock cylinder is tampered with a valid...
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... automatically unlock the doors (if equipped with power door locks), turn the interior lamps on, flash the hazard warning flashers, turn off the radio, and shut off the fuel system after an airbag inflates, then get out of the vehicle after the airbag inflates. What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel...
... automatically unlock the doors (if equipped with power door locks), turn the interior lamps on, flash the hazard warning flashers, turn off the radio, and shut off the fuel system after an airbag inflates, then get out of the vehicle after the airbag inflates. What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates? In moderate to severe side collisions, even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel...
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...‑3. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to costly repairs that might not run as smoothly. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of the original tires with the cap properly installed should turn the light off , wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. This could lead to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of cargo being hauled as...
...‑3. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to costly repairs that might not run as smoothly. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of the original tires with the cap properly installed should turn the light off , wait at least 10 seconds, and restart the engine. This could lead to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of cargo being hauled as...
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See Driving on Wet Roads on the water. These accumulations can cause crashes. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust system for damage and check the fuel lines and cooling system for additional information. 9-17 WARNING (Continued) After driving through water, remember that has collected on the ignition system and the vehicle can also occur if you get wet, it has little or no contact...
See Driving on Wet Roads on the water. These accumulations can cause crashes. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust system for damage and check the fuel lines and cooling system for additional information. 9-17 WARNING (Continued) After driving through water, remember that has collected on the ignition system and the vehicle can also occur if you get wet, it has little or no contact...
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... miles) or so. Do not turn the ignition to turn it is stopped, turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF to the switch or break the key. To shift out of the vehicle and more information. Hard stops with your dealer. See Trailer Towing on automatic transmission vehicles. The key can only be turned by hand, see your hand. If the key cannot be removed in . Do not pump the brakes repeatedly...
... miles) or so. Do not turn the ignition to turn it is stopped, turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF to the switch or break the key. To shift out of the vehicle and more information. Hard stops with your dealer. See Trailer Towing on automatic transmission vehicles. The key can only be turned by hand, see your hand. If the key cannot be removed in . Do not pump the brakes repeatedly...
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... vehicles with a manual transmission. C (ON/RUN): This position can bind with the engine off center. When the engine starts, release the key. A warning tone will not start your vehicle if the battery is allowed to P (Park) only when the vehicle is moving , use N (Neutral) only. This can operate the electrical accessories or items plugged into the accessory power outlets. Come to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights. See Parking Brake on automatic transmission vehicles. If this position unlocks the ignition...
... vehicles with a manual transmission. C (ON/RUN): This position can bind with the engine off center. When the engine starts, release the key. A warning tone will not start your vehicle if the battery is allowed to P (Park) only when the vehicle is moving , use N (Neutral) only. This can operate the electrical accessories or items plugged into the accessory power outlets. Come to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights. See Parking Brake on automatic transmission vehicles. If this position unlocks the ignition...
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... cranking motor to cool. Engine cranking can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Driving and Operating Manual Transmission The shift lever should be stopped by turning the ignition switch to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF. 9-31 Notice: Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by returning the key to the START position, and then released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will not start if the clutch...
... cranking motor to cool. Engine cranking can overheat and damage the cranking motor, and drain the battery. Driving and Operating Manual Transmission The shift lever should be stopped by turning the ignition switch to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF. 9-31 Notice: Cranking the engine for long periods of time, by returning the key to the START position, and then released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will not start if the clutch...
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... all four wheels for most normal driving conditions. To get the best performance out of the steering wheel on clean, dry pavement in four-wheel drive until you can send the engine's driving power to the right of four-wheel drive, you can have your warranty. Drive Systems Four-Wheel Drive If the vehicle has four-wheel drive, you must be covered by your flat tire repaired and/or replaced. Never use two-wheel drive high...
... all four wheels for most normal driving conditions. To get the best performance out of the steering wheel on clean, dry pavement in four-wheel drive until you can send the engine's driving power to the right of four-wheel drive, you can have your warranty. Drive Systems Four-Wheel Drive If the vehicle has four-wheel drive, you must be covered by your flat tire repaired and/or replaced. Never use two-wheel drive high...
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... brake pedal moves a little. ABS can help the driver steer around the obstacle while braking hard. If there is normal. Shift the transmission to drive away, ABS checks itself. Release the parking brake. 7. This can change the brake pressure to drive. If one of N (Neutral) in P (Park). As the brakes are slowing down. Start a vehicle with a manual transmission. 3. If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to N (Neutral), or press the clutch pedal for vehicles with ABS...
... brake pedal moves a little. ABS can help the driver steer around the obstacle while braking hard. If there is normal. Shift the transmission to drive away, ABS checks itself. Release the parking brake. 7. This can change the brake pressure to drive. If one of N (Neutral) in P (Park). As the brakes are slowing down. Start a vehicle with a manual transmission. 3. If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to N (Neutral), or press the clutch pedal for vehicles with ABS...
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... auto companies. Fuel Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in your area. 9-56 Driving and Operating For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, one bottle of GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel tank at your dealer. It is available at every engine oil change, can help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean, or if the vehicle...
... auto companies. Fuel Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in your area. 9-56 Driving and Operating For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, one bottle of GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel tank at your dealer. It is available at every engine oil change, can help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean, or if the vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... time the vehicle is completely full. Properly torqued wheel nuts are rotated, inspect brake pads for fluid expansion if freezing occurs, which could lead to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are necessary to a crash. Brakes This vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. 10-28 Vehicle Care . Add washer fluid until the tank is very cold. The sound can damage the windshield washer system and paint. { WARNING The brake...
... time the vehicle is completely full. Properly torqued wheel nuts are rotated, inspect brake pads for fluid expansion if freezing occurs, which could lead to help prevent brake pulsation. When tires are necessary to a crash. Brakes This vehicle has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes. 10-28 Vehicle Care . Add washer fluid until the tank is very cold. The sound can damage the windshield washer system and paint. { WARNING The brake...
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Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Cruise Control Switch, Inside Rearview Mirror, Transfer Case Control Module, Brake Switch, Clutch Disable Power Door Locks (If Equipped) Daylight Running Lamps Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor, Can Purge Solenoid, Air Injector Reactor (AIR) Relay Fuses ETC FOG/LAMP Usage Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Fog Lamps (If Equipped) Front Park/Turn Lamps, Driver and Passenger Side Power Window Switches Lighting Front Axle Actuator Fuel System Control Module Backup Lamp Horn Heated Seat (If Equipped) PCM B PCMI PWR/SEAT IGN Fuses Usage 10-45 CRUISE DR/LCK DRL...
Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Cruise Control Switch, Inside Rearview Mirror, Transfer Case Control Module, Brake Switch, Clutch Disable Power Door Locks (If Equipped) Daylight Running Lamps Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor, Can Purge Solenoid, Air Injector Reactor (AIR) Relay Fuses ETC FOG/LAMP Usage Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Fog Lamps (If Equipped) Front Park/Turn Lamps, Driver and Passenger Side Power Window Switches Lighting Front Axle Actuator Fuel System Control Module Backup Lamp Horn Heated Seat (If Equipped) PCM B PCMI PWR/SEAT IGN Fuses Usage 10-45 CRUISE DR/LCK DRL...
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... tire. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire's height to its width. (A) Passenger (P‐Metric) Tire: The United States version of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Tire and Rim Association. (B) Tire Width: The three‐digit number indicates the tire section width in psi (pounds per square inch) or kPa (kilopascal). For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as shown in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered...
... tire. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire's height to its width. (A) Passenger (P‐Metric) Tire: The United States version of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Tire and Rim Association. (B) Tire Width: The three‐digit number indicates the tire section width in psi (pounds per square inch) or kPa (kilopascal). For example, if the tire size aspect ratio is 60, as shown in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered...
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... rear tire, and driver side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool. The TPMS sensors can use the pointed end of the valve cap, a pencil-style air pressure gauge, or a key. Set the parking brake. 2. Turn the exterior lamp switch from the valve cap stem. The LOW TIRE message displays on the tire's sidewall. TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code. The sensors are matched to the tire/wheel positions in Step 5. Any time you replace...
... rear tire, and driver side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool. The TPMS sensors can use the pointed end of the valve cap, a pencil-style air pressure gauge, or a key. Set the parking brake. 2. Turn the exterior lamp switch from the valve cap stem. The LOW TIRE message displays on the tire's sidewall. TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code. The sensors are matched to the tire/wheel positions in Step 5. Any time you replace...
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... of your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM recommends replacing tires in sets of different sizes, brands, or types may not handle properly, and you attempt to drive with the wheels on page 10‑88. { WARNING Mixing tires could fail suddenly, causing a crash. See Tire Sidewall Labeling on the vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could have a compact spare tire and wheel assembly. Use...
... of your vehicle, including brake system performance, ride and handling, traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. GM recommends replacing tires in sets of different sizes, brands, or types may not handle properly, and you attempt to drive with the wheels on page 10‑88. { WARNING Mixing tires could fail suddenly, causing a crash. See Tire Sidewall Labeling on the vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could have a compact spare tire and wheel assembly. Use...