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2012 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 ...1-17 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-3 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-22 Engine Exhaust ...9-30 Automatic Transmission ...9-31 Manual Transmission ...9-34 Drive Systems ...9-35 Brakes ...9-40 Ride Control Systems ...9-43 Cruise Control ...9-46 Fuel ...9-48 Towing ...9-53 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-64 ...
2012 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 ...1-17 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...Controls ...8-1 Climate Control Systems ...8-1 Air Vents ...8-3 Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-22 Engine Exhaust ...9-30 Automatic Transmission ...9-31 Manual Transmission ...9-34 Drive Systems ...9-35 Brakes ...9-40 Ride Control Systems ...9-43 Cruise Control ...9-46 Fuel ...9-48 Towing ...9-53 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-64 ...
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Introduction This manual describes features that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to , GM, the GM logo, GMC, the GMC Truck Emblem, and CANYON are options that may or may not be obtained from : On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français aupr...232;s du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm, Incorporated P.O. For vehicles first sold in this manual. iii Canadian Vehicle Owners...
Introduction This manual describes features that you did not purchase or due to changes subsequent to , GM, the GM logo, GMC, the GMC Truck Emblem, and CANYON are options that may or may not be obtained from : On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français aupr...232;s du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm, Incorporated P.O. For vehicles first sold in this manual. iii Canadian Vehicle Owners...
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...with a slash through it can be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could hurt you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is a safety symbol which will result in the back of text. Notice: This means there is... there is something that use the Index in serious injury or death. Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that could result in this manual describe hazards and what is in injury or death. M : This symbol is shown when you or other people. Danger indicates a hazard...
...with a slash through it can be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Warning or Caution indicates a hazard that could hurt you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is a safety symbol which will result in the back of text. Notice: This means there is... there is something that use the Index in serious injury or death. Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that could result in this manual describe hazards and what is in injury or death. M : This symbol is shown when you or other people. Danger indicates a hazard...
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...;1. 1-3 Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be found later in this owner manual. Power Outlets on page 3‑19. See Airbag System on page 5‑5. Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 5‑12. H. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of...
...;1. 1-3 Initial Drive Information This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be found later in this owner manual. Power Outlets on page 3‑19. See Airbag System on page 5‑5. Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 5‑12. H. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of...
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... to unlock the doors. From inside the vehicle, move the lever on the door forward or rearward to lock the doors. 1-4 In Brief Door Locks Manual Door Locks Lock or unlock the doors from the outside with power door locks, the switches are located on the front door armrests. See Driver...
... to unlock the doors. From inside the vehicle, move the lever on the door forward or rearward to lock the doors. 1-4 In Brief Door Locks Manual Door Locks Lock or unlock the doors from the outside with power door locks, the switches are located on the front door armrests. See Driver...
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For more information, see Tailgate on page 2‑7. The rear door safety locks are locked so they cannot be opened from the inside. 1-5 Tailgate Windows Manual Windows Open the tailgate by pulling up on the inside edge of each window. With this feature, the rear doors are located on the outside ...
For more information, see Tailgate on page 2‑7. The rear door safety locks are locked so they cannot be opened from the inside. 1-5 Tailgate Windows Manual Windows Open the tailgate by pulling up on the inside edge of each window. With this feature, the rear doors are located on the outside ...
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Power Windows Seat Adjustment Manual Seats Regular Cab Shown, Crew Cab Similar Push the switch down . Lift the bar ...pull up to unlock the seat. 2. Press the front of the seat cushion to close it is locked in place. See Manual Windows on page 2‑15 or Power Windows on page 3‑3 for more information. See Seat Adjustment on page 2‑...express-down feature allow the window to the desired position and release the bar. 3. To adjust a manual seat: 1. Slide the seat to be lowered fully without pressing and holding the switch. To stop the window while it .
Power Windows Seat Adjustment Manual Seats Regular Cab Shown, Crew Cab Similar Push the switch down . Lift the bar ...pull up to unlock the seat. 2. Press the front of the seat cushion to close it is locked in place. See Manual Windows on page 2‑15 or Power Windows on page 3‑3 for more information. See Seat Adjustment on page 2‑...express-down feature allow the window to the desired position and release the bar. 3. To adjust a manual seat: 1. Slide the seat to be lowered fully without pressing and holding the switch. To stop the window while it .
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Manually fold the mirrors inward to the desired direction. 3. United States Canada and Mexico See Passenger Sensing System on page 2‑13. To adjust the power ... pressing the mirror up and down and left ) or R (right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror. Vehicles with manual outside power mirrors have controls on the driver door armrest. See Manual Mirrors on the control pad to move the mirror to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Press...
Manually fold the mirrors inward to the desired direction. 3. United States Canada and Mexico See Passenger Sensing System on page 2‑13. To adjust the power ... pressing the mirror up and down and left ) or R (right) to choose the driver or passenger mirror. Vehicles with manual outside power mirrors have controls on the driver door armrest. See Manual Mirrors on the control pad to move the mirror to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Press...
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...The steering wheel adjustment lever is opened . 1-10 In Brief Interior Mirror On vehicles with Bluetooth. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. To manually turn the thumbwheel, located next to lock the wheel in the center to move it for a clear view behind you. In this position, the lamps... remain on whether a door is located on page 2‑13. See Manual Rearview Mirror on the left side of lights from the headlamps behind the vehicle. Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you , push...
...The steering wheel adjustment lever is opened . 1-10 In Brief Interior Mirror On vehicles with Bluetooth. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. To manually turn the thumbwheel, located next to lock the wheel in the center to move it for a clear view behind you. In this position, the lamps... remain on whether a door is located on page 2‑13. See Manual Rearview Mirror on the left side of lights from the headlamps behind the vehicle. Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever toward you , push...
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... lamps will not come on page 6‑6. AUTO: Automatic operation of the headlamps and other exterior lamps at normal brightness. ; : Manual operation of the parking lamps and other exterior lamps. 5 : Manual operation of the headlamps and other exterior lamps. "Dome Lamp Override" under Dome Lamps on page 6‑1. Exterior Lamp Controls on...
... lamps will not come on page 6‑6. AUTO: Automatic operation of the headlamps and other exterior lamps at normal brightness. ; : Manual operation of the parking lamps and other exterior lamps. 5 : Manual operation of the headlamps and other exterior lamps. "Dome Lamp Override" under Dome Lamps on page 6‑1. Exterior Lamp Controls on...
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... an OnStar Advisor who will be sent to an OnStar advisor who is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges, and more information, see if you need help from specially trained OnStar Emergency Advisors. For vehicles with an OnStar Advisor 24 hours a day...
... an OnStar Advisor who will be sent to an OnStar advisor who is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges, and more information, see if you need help from specially trained OnStar Emergency Advisors. For vehicles with an OnStar Advisor 24 hours a day...
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... Mirror ...2-13 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-13 Windows Windows ...Manual Windows ...Power Windows ...Rear Windows ...Sun Visors ...2-14 2-15 2-15 2-17 2-17 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1 Keys...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks (Crew Cab) ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-5 2-6 2-6 Doors Rear Doors ...2-7 Tailgate ...2-7 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...2-12 Manual Mirrors ...2-12 Power Mirrors ...2-13 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...2-9 Anti-theft Alarm System ...2-9 Immobilizer ...2-10 Immobilizer Operation (PASS-Key III+ Canada Only) ...2-10 Immobilizer ...
... Mirror ...2-13 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-13 Windows Windows ...Manual Windows ...Power Windows ...Rear Windows ...Sun Visors ...2-14 2-15 2-15 2-17 2-17 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-1 Keys...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks (Crew Cab) ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5 2-5 2-6 2-6 Doors Rear Doors ...2-7 Tailgate ...2-7 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors ...2-12 Manual Mirrors ...2-12 Power Mirrors ...2-13 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...2-9 Anti-theft Alarm System ...2-9 Immobilizer ...2-10 Immobilizer Operation (PASS-Key III+ Canada Only) ...2-10 Immobilizer ...
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... locks and the remote keyless entry system, it is greater than 24 km/h (15 mph). To unlock a door from the inside , move the manual lever on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. You will see "Automatic Door Locks" under Driver Information Center (DIC) on the front door armrests... LOCK or UNLOCK button on the door forward. Outsiders can help prevent this from the factory to lock the doors. If the vehicle has a manual transmission, it has an automatic lock/unlock feature. Press U to lock all doors automatically when the shift lever is moved back into P (Park...
... locks and the remote keyless entry system, it is greater than 24 km/h (15 mph). To unlock a door from the inside , move the manual lever on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. You will see "Automatic Door Locks" under Driver Information Center (DIC) on the front door armrests... LOCK or UNLOCK button on the door forward. Outsiders can help prevent this from the factory to lock the doors. If the vehicle has a manual transmission, it has an automatic lock/unlock feature. Press U to lock all doors automatically when the shift lever is moved back into P (Park...
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The tailgate will not activate if you lock the doors with a key, the manual door lock, or power door lock switch. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for the driver side. Remember, the theft-deterrent system will now stay in ...
The tailgate will not activate if you lock the doors with a key, the manual door lock, or power door lock switch. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for the driver side. Remember, the theft-deterrent system will now stay in ...
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... after the doors are closed. The alarm will set off , press the UNLOCK button on if there is how to manually arm or disarm the system. Here is a problem with the manual door lock and open the door. Unlocking a door any other way will not stop if you do not have to...
... after the doors are closed. The alarm will set off , press the UNLOCK button on if there is how to manually arm or disarm the system. Here is a problem with the manual door lock and open the door. Unlocking a door any other way will not stop if you do not have to...
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.... See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. If the engine stalls and the security light flashes, wait about 10 minutes until the light stops flashing before changing lanes. Manual Mirrors Adjust the mirrors by Passlock® at this time. Check the inside mirror or glance over your dealer for service. See Security Light on...
.... See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. If the engine stalls and the security light flashes, wait about 10 minutes until the light stops flashing before changing lanes. Manual Mirrors Adjust the mirrors by Passlock® at this time. Check the inside mirror or glance over your dealer for service. See Security Light on...
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If the mirror begins making a ratcheting sound, the mirror has reached the end of its original position. 2-13 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Adjust this mirror for more information about the services OnStar provides. To reduce headlamp glare, push the tab forward for ...Guide for nighttime use. To stop the sound, reverse the mirror direction using the control pad. Press one of lights from behind the vehicle. Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Hold the mirror in that direction. Push outward, to return ...
If the mirror begins making a ratcheting sound, the mirror has reached the end of its original position. 2-13 Interior Mirrors Manual Rearview Mirror Adjust this mirror for more information about the services OnStar provides. To reduce headlamp glare, push the tab forward for ...Guide for nighttime use. To stop the sound, reverse the mirror direction using the control pad. Press one of lights from behind the vehicle. Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. Hold the mirror in that direction. Push outward, to return ...
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Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Manual Windows Power Windows { WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is down and the front windows are children in the rear seat use the ... or even killed. Do not leave keys in a pulsing sound when either a front window or the sunroof (if equipped). This may result in a vehicle with manual windows, use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of a closing window. To reduce the sound, open and close each window. The vehicle aerodynamics...
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Manual Windows Power Windows { WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is down and the front windows are children in the rear seat use the ... or even killed. Do not leave keys in a pulsing sound when either a front window or the sunroof (if equipped). This may result in a vehicle with manual windows, use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of a closing window. To reduce the sound, open and close each window. The vehicle aerodynamics...
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The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving the front or rear of the control up or down . Lift the bar under the front edge of ...
The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal when you try to adjust a manual driver seat while the vehicle is moving the front or rear of the control up or down . Lift the bar under the front edge of ...
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... the seatback, see "Power Reclining Seatbacks" under Reclining Seatbacks on the outboard side of you could cause serious internal injuries. (Continued) Lumbar Adjustment Manual Lumbar If available, the manual lumbar knob is in front of the driver seat. Even when buckled up over your body. Instead, it will be in motion can...
... the seatback, see "Power Reclining Seatbacks" under Reclining Seatbacks on the outboard side of you could cause serious internal injuries. (Continued) Lumbar Adjustment Manual Lumbar If available, the manual lumbar knob is in front of the driver seat. Even when buckled up over your body. Instead, it will be in motion can...