GMC ACADIA 2007 Owner's Manual

OIL LIFE
To access this display, the vehicle must be in
PARK (P). Press the trip odometer reset stem until
OIL LIFE REMAINING displays. This display
shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful
life. If you see 99% OIL LIFE REMAINING on the
display, that means 99% of the current oil life
remains. The engine oil life system will alert you
to change the oil on a schedule consistent
with your driving conditions.
When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE
ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on
the display. See “CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON” underDIC Warnings and Messages
on page 244. You should change the oil as
soon as you can. SeeEngine Oil on page 397.In addition to the engine oil life system
monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is
recommended in the Maintenance Schedule
in this manual. SeeScheduled Maintenance
on page 502for more information.
Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE
display yourself after each oil change. It will not
reset itself. Also, be careful not to reset the
OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other
than when the oil has just been changed.
It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil
change. To reset the engine oil life system,
seeEngine Oil Life System on page 400.
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PARK ASSIST
To access this display, the vehicle must be in
PARK (P). If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear
Parking Assist (URPA) system, press the trip
odometer reset stem until PARK ASSIST displays.
This display allows the system to be turned on
or off. Once in this display, press and hold the
trip odometer reset stem to select between ON
or OFF. If you choose ON, the system will
be turned on. If you choose OFF, the system will
be turned off. The URPA system automatically
turns back on after each vehicle start. When the
URPA system is turned off and the vehicle is
shifted out of PARK (P), the DIC will display the
PARK ASSIST OFF message as a reminder
that the system has been turned off. SeeDIC
Warnings and Messages on page 244and
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on
page 194for more information.
RELEARN TIRE POSITIONS
To access this display, the vehicle must be in
PARK (P). After rotating the tires or after replacing
a tire or sensor, the Tire Pressure Monitor
(TPM) system must re-learn the tire positions.
To re-learn the tire positions, seeTire Pressure
Monitor System on page 444. SeeTire Inspection
and Rotation on page 448andDIC Warnings
and Messages on page 244for more information.
RELEARN REMOTE KEY
To access this display, the vehicle must be in
PARK (P). This display allows you to match
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters to your
vehicle. To match an RKE transmitter to your
vehicle, do the following:
1. Press the trip odometer reset stem until
RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays.
2. Press and hold the trip odometer reset stem
until REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE is
displayed.
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3. Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons
on the rst transmitter at the same time for
about 15 seconds.
On vehicles with memory recall seats, the
rst transmitter learned will match driver 1
and the second will match driver 2.
A chime will sound indicating that the
transmitter is matched.
4. To match additional transmitters at this time,
repeat Step 3.
Each vehicle can have a maximum of
eight transmitters matched to it.
5. To exit the programming mode, you must
cycle the key to OFF.
UNITS
To access this display, the vehicle must be in
PARK (P). Press the trip odometer reset stem
until UNITS displays. This display allows you to
select between English or Metric units of
measurement. Once in this display, press and
hold the trip odometer reset stem to select
between ENGLISH or METRIC units. All of the
vehicle information will then be displayed in
the unit of measurement selected.
DISPLAY LANGUAGE
To access this display, the vehicle must be in
PARK (P). This display allows you to select
the language in which the DIC messages will
appear. To select a language, do the following:
1. Press the trip odometer reset stem until
DISPLAY LANGUAGE, LANGUE AFFICHAGE
(French), or MOSTRAR IDIOMA (Spanish)
displays.
2. Continue to press and hold the trip odometer
reset stem to scroll through all of the available
languages.
The available languages are ENGLISH
(default), FRANCAIS (French), and ESPANOL
(Spanish).
3. Once the desired language is displayed,
release the trip odometer reset stem to
set your choice.
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DIC Warnings and Messages
Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the
driver that the status of the vehicle has changed
and that some action may be needed by the driver
to correct the condition. Multiple messages may
appear one after another.
Some messages may not require immediate
action, but you can press any of the DIC buttons
on the instrument panel or the trip odometer
reset stem on the instrument panel cluster
to acknowledge that you received the messages
and to clear them from the display.
Some messages cannot be cleared from the DIC
display because they are more urgent. These
messages require action before they can be
cleared. You should take any messages that
appear on the display seriously and remember that
clearing the messages will only make the
messages disappear, not correct the problem.
The following are the possible messages that can
be displayed and some information about them.
ALL WHEEL DRIVE OFF
If your vehicle has the All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
system, this message displays when there
is a compact spare tire on the vehicle, when
the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) warning light
comes on, or when the rear differential uid
is overheating. This message turns off when the
differential uid cools.
The AWD system is disabled until the compact
spare tire is replaced by a full-size tire. If the
warning message is still on after putting on the
full-size tire, you need to reset the warning
message. To reset the warning message, turn
the ignition off and then back on again after
30 seconds. If the message stays on, see your
dealer/retailer right away. SeeAll-Wheel Drive
(AWD) System on page 339for more information.
AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL OFF
This message displays when the automatic
headlamps are turned off. This message clears
itself after 10 seconds.
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AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL ON
This message displays when the automatic
headlamps are turned on. This message clears
itself after 10 seconds.
BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE
This message displays when the system detects
that the battery voltage is dropping below expected
levels. The battery saver system starts reducing
certain features of the vehicle that you may be able
to notice. At the point that the features are disabled,
this message is displayed. It means that the vehicle
is trying to save the charge in the battery.
Turn off all unnecessary accessories to allow
the battery to recharge.
The normal battery voltage range is
11.5 to 15.5 volts.
CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
This message displays when the engine oil needs
to be changed. When you change the engine oil, be
sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON
message. SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 400
for information on how to reset the message.
SeeEngine Oil on page 397andScheduled
Maintenance on page 502for more information.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE
This message displays when the pressure in
one or more of the vehicle’s tires need to
be checked. This message also displays LEFT
FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFT REAR, or
RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire needs to be
checked. You can receive more than one tire
pressure message at a time. To read the other
messages that may have been sent at the
same time, press the set/reset button or the trip
odometer reset stem. If a tire pressure message
appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can.
Have the tire pressures checked and set to those
shown on the Tire Loading Information label.
SeeTires on page 435,Loading Your Vehicle
on page 361, andInflation - Tire Pressure
on page 442. The DIC display also shows the
tire pressure values for the front and rear tires by
pressing the vehicle information button. See
“DIC Operation and Displays (With DIC Buttons)”
earlier in this section. If the tire pressure is
low, the low tire pressure warning light comes on.
SeeTire Pressure Light on page 225.
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CRUISE SET TO XXX
This message displays whenever the cruise control
is set. SeeCruise Control on page 180for more
information.
DRIVER DOOR OPEN
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
driver’s door is not fully closed and the vehicle
is in a drive gear. Stop and turn off the vehicle,
check the door for obstructions, and close the door
again. Check to see if the message still appears
on the DIC.
ENGINE HOT A/C (Air Conditioning) OFF
This message displays when the engine coolant
becomes hotter than the normal operating
temperature. SeeEngine Coolant Temperature
Gage on page 225. To avoid added strain on
a hot engine, the air conditioning compressor
automatically turns off. When the coolant
temperature returns to normal, the air conditioning
compressor turns back on. You can continue to
drive your vehicle.
If this message continues to appear, have the
system repaired by your dealer/retailer as soon
as possible to avoid damage to the engine.
ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL
If your vehicle has an oil level sensor, this
message displays if the oil level in the vehicle
is low. Check the oil level and correct it as
necessary. You may need to let the vehicle cool
or warm up and cycle the ignition to be sure
this message clears. SeeEngine Oil on page 397
for additional information.
ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the
engine is overheating, severe engine damage
may occur. If an overheat warning appears
on the instrument panel cluster and/or
DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible.
Do not increase the engine speed above
normal idling speed. SeeEngine Overheating
on page 410for more information.
This message displays when the engine coolant
temperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle
to idle until it cools down. SeeEngine Coolant
Temperature Gage on page 225.
SeeOverheated Engine Protection Operating
Mode on page 412for information on driving to
a safe place in an emergency.
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ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the
engine is overheating, severe engine damage
may occur. If an overheat warning appears on
the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop
the vehicle as soon as possible. SeeEngine
Overheating on page 410for more information.
This message displays and a chime sounds
if the engine cooling system reaches unsafe
temperatures for operation. Stop and turn off the
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid
severe damage. This message clears when the
engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature.
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays and a chime sounds when
the cooling system temperature gets too hot
and the engine further enters the engine coolant
protection mode. SeeEngine Overheating on
page 410for further information.This message also displays when the vehicle’s
engine power is reduced. Reduced engine power
can affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate.
If this message is on, but there is no reduction
in performance, proceed to your destination.
The performance may be reduced the next time
the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven at
a reduced speed while this message is on, but
acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime
this message stays on, the vehicle should be
taken to your dealer/retailer for service as soon
as possible.
FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message displays and a chime sounds if
the fuel level is low. Refuel as soon as possible.
SeeFuel Gage on page 231andFuel on page 387
for more information.
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HEATED WASH (Washer)
FLUID SYSTEM OFF
If your vehicle has this feature, this message
displays when you manually turn off the heated
windshield washer uid system or when the
system automatically turns off. See “Heated
Windshield Washer” underWindshield Washer
on page 177for more information. This message
clears itself after 10 seconds.
HEATING WASH (Washer)
FLUID WASH (Washer)
WIPES PENDING
If your vehicle has this feature, this message
displays when you turn on the heated windshield
washer uid system. See “Heated Windshield
Washer” underWindshield Washer on page 177
for more information.
HOOD OPEN
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
hood is not fully closed. Stop and turn off the
vehicle, check the hood for obstructions, and close
the hood again. Check to see if the message
still appears on the DIC.
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE
This message displays when the outside air
temperature is cold enough to create icy road
conditions. Adjust your driving accordingly.
LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
driver’s side rear door is not fully closed and
the vehicle is in a drive gear. Stop and turn off
the vehicle, check the door for obstructions,
and close the door again. Check to see if the
message still appears on the DIC.
LIFTGATE OPEN
This message displays and a chime sounds if
the liftgate is open while the ignition is in ON.
Turn off the vehicle and check the liftgate.
Restart the vehicle and check for the message
on the DIC display.
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OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while
the engine oil pressure is low, severe engine
damage may occur. If a low oil pressure
warning appears on the Driver Information
Center (DIC), stop the vehicle as soon as
possible. Do not drive the vehicle until the
cause of the low oil pressure is corrected. See
Engine Oil on page 397for more information.
This message displays if low oil pressure
levels occur. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely
possible and do not operate it until the cause
of the low oil pressure has been corrected.
Check the oil as soon as possible and have
your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer.
SeeEngine Oil on page 397.
PARK ASSIST OFF
If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking
Assist (URPA) system, after the vehicle has
been started and shifted out of PARK (P),
this message displays to remind the driver
that the URPA system has been turned off.Press the set/reset button or the trip odometer
reset stem to acknowledge this message and
clear it from the DIC display. To turn the URPA
system back on, seeUltrasonic Rear Parking
Assist (URPA) on page 194.
PASSENGER DOOR OPEN
This message displays and a chime sounds if
the passenger’s door is not fully closed and
the vehicle is in a drive gear. Stop and turn off
the vehicle, check the door for obstructions,
and close the door again. Check to see if the
message still appears on the DIC.
REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays while you are matching
a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to
your vehicle. See “Matching Transmitter(s) to
Your Vehicle” underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation on page 100andDIC
Operation and Displays (With DIC Buttons) on
page 233orDIC Operation and Displays (Without
DIC Buttons) on page 239for more information.
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REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
This message displays if a Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) transmitter battery is low. The battery
needs to be replaced in the transmitter. See
“Battery Replacement” underRemote Keyless
Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 100.
RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message displays and a chime sounds if the
passenger’s side rear door is not fully closed
and the vehicle is in a drive gear. Stop and turn
off the vehicle, check the door for obstructions,
and close the door again. Check to see if the
message still appears on the DIC.
SERVICE A/C (Air Conditioning)
SYSTEM
This message displays when the electronic
sensors that control the air conditioning and
heating systems are no longer working. Have
the climate control system serviced by your
dealer/retailer if you notice a drop in heating
and air conditioning efficiency.
SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays if there is a problem with
the airbag system. Have your dealer/retailer
inspect the system for problems. SeeAirbag
Readiness Light on page 217andAirbag System
on page 76for more information.
SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE
If your vehicle has the All-Wheel Drive (AWD)
system, this message displays if there is a problem
with this system. If this message appears, stop
as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle.
Restart the vehicle after 30 seconds and check for
the message on the DIC display. If the message
is still displayed or appears again when you
begin driving, the AWD system needs service.
See your dealer/retailer.
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