wipers GMC ACADIA 2007 Owner's Manual

Ignition Positions
With the key in the ignition, you can turn it to four
different positions.
A (OFF):This is the only position in which you
can remove the key. This position locks the ignition
and transmission.
Notice:Using a tool to force the key from the
ignition switch could cause damage or
break the key. Use the correct key and turn the
key only with your hand. Make sure the key
is all the way in. If none of this works,
then your vehicle needs service.B (ACCESSORY):This position allows you to use
things like the radio and the windshield wipers
while the engine is off. This position will also allow
you to turn off the engine. Use ACCESSORY if
you must have your vehicle in motion while
the engine is off, for example, if your vehicle is
being pushed or towed.
C (ON):This is the position that the switch
returns to after you start your engine and release
the key. The switch stays in ON when the
engine is running. But even when the engine is
not running, you can use ON to operate your
electrical power accessories, and to display some
instrument panel warning lights.
The battery could be drained if you leave the key
in the ACCESSORY or ON position with the
engine off. You may not be able to start your
vehicle if the battery is allowed to drain for
an extended period of time.
D (START):This position starts the engine. When
the engine starts, release the key. The ignition
switch will return to ON for normal driving.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 170
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 172
Other Warning Devices............................. 173
Horn.......................................................... 173
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel............ 173
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic
Steering Column.................................... 174
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 174
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 175
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 176
Flash-to-Pass............................................ 176
Windshield Wipers..................................... 176
Windshield Washer.................................... 177
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...................... 179
Cruise Control........................................... 180
Exterior Lamps.......................................... 183
Delayed Headlamps.................................. 184
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/
Automatic Headlamp System.................. 185
Fog Lamps................................................ 186
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 186
Courtesy Lamps........................................ 186Entry Lighting............................................ 187
Delayed Entry Lighting.............................. 187
Delayed Exit Lighting................................. 188
Parade Dimming........................................ 188
Reading Lamps......................................... 188
Electric Power Management...................... 188
Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 189
Head-Up Display (HUD)............................ 190
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)...... 194
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 197
Power Outlet 115 Volt Alternating
Current.................................................. 198
Climate Controls......................................... 199
Climate Control System............................. 199
Dual Automatic Climate Control System.... 203
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 210
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating
System.................................................. 211
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating
System and Electronic Climate
Controls................................................. 212
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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The main components of your instrument panel are listed here:
A. Air Vent. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 210.
B. Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 174.
Windshield Wipers. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 174.
C. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument
Panel Cluster on page 215.
D. Head-Up Display (HUD) Buttons. See
Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 190.
E. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s)
on page 264. Navigation/Radio System
(If Equipped). SeeNavigation/Radio System
on page 311.
F. Exterior Lamps Control. SeeExterior Lamps
on page 183.
G. Hood Release. SeeHood Release on
page 395.
H. Instrument Panel Brightness. SeeInstrument
Panel Brightness on page 186.I. Cruise Control Buttons. SeeCruise Control
on page 180.
J. Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel. SeeTilt
and Telescopic Steering Wheel on page 173.
Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic Steering
(If Equipped). SeePower Tilt Wheel and
Telescopic Steering Column on page 174.
K. Horn. SeeHorn on page 173.
L. Audio Steering Wheel Control Buttons. See
Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 325.
M. Driver Information Center. SeeDriver
Information Center (DIC) on page 232.
N. Dual Automatic Climate Controls. See
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
on page 203.
O. Center Console Shift Lever (If Equipped).
See “Console Shift Lever” underShifting
Into Park (P) on page 135.
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Power Tilt Wheel and Telescopic
Steering Column
If your vehicle has this
feature, the power tilt
wheel control is located
on the left side of the
steering column.
To operate the power tilt feature, push the control
up and the steering wheel will tilt up. Push the
control down and the steering wheel will go down.
Push the control forward and the steering wheel
moves toward the front of the vehicle. Push
the control rearward and the steering wheel moves
toward the rear of the vehicle.
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:
GTurn and Lane Change Signals. See
Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 175.
2Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.
SeeHeadlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
on page 176.
Flash-to-Pass. SeeFlash-to-Pass
on page 176.
NWindshield Wipers. SeeWindshield
Wipers on page 176.
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Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
To change the headlamps from low beam to
high beam, push the turn signal/multifunction
lever toward the front of the vehicle.
This light on the
instrument panel
cluster comes on if
the high beam lamps
are turned on while
the ignition is on.
To change the headlamps from high beam to
low beam, pull the turn signal lever toward the
rear of the vehicle.
Flash-to-Pass
With the turn signal lever in the low-beam position,
pull the lever toward you momentarily to switch
to high-beam (to signal that you are going to pass).
If the headlamps are on, they will return to
low-beam when the lever is released.
This feature operates even when the headlamps
are off.
Windshield Wipers
Be sure to clear ice and snow from the wiper
blades before using them. If they are frozen to the
windshield, gently loosen or thaw them. Damaged
wiper blades may not clear the windshield well,
making it harder to see and drive safely. If the
blades do become damaged, install new blades or
blade inserts. For more information, seeWindshield
Wiper Blade Replacement on page 434.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor. A
circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down.
Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload.
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The windshield wipers are controlled by turning
the band with the wiper symbol.
8(Mist):Turn the band to mist for a single wiping
cycle. Hold it there until the wipers start. Then let
go. The wipers will stop after one wipe. Hold the
band on mist longer, for more wipe cycles.
9(Off):To stop the wipers, move the band to off.
6(Delay):The wiper speed can be set for a long
or short delay between wiping cycles. This can be
very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to
choose the delay time. The closer to the top of the
lever, the shorter the delay.
6(Low Speed):Turn the band away from
you to the rst solid band past the delay settings,
for steady wiping at low speed.
?(High Speed):Turn the band further, to the
second solid band past the delay settings, for
high-speed wiping.
Windshield Washer
J(Washer Fluid):Press and release this
paddle, located at the top of the turn signal/
multifunction lever, to spray washer uid on the
windshield. The wipers clear the windshield
and either stop or return to the preset speed.
The ignition key must be in ACCESSORY or
ON for this to work. SeeWindshield Washer
Fluid on page 420Windshield Washer Fluid.
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer uid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID is displayed
on the Driver Information Center (DIC) when
the washer uid is low. SeeDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 244.
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Rear Window Wiper/Washer
{CAUTION:
In freezing weather, do not use your
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer uid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
The rear wiper control is located on the turn
signal/multifunction lever.To turn the rear wiper on, slide the lever to a
wiper position.
9(Off):Slide the lever to this setting to turn
the wiper off.
5(Rear Wiper Delay):Slide the lever to this
setting to turn on the rear wiper delay.
Z(Rear Wiper):Slide the lever to this setting
to turn on the rear wiper.
=(Rear Wiper Wash):Push the button on
the end of the turn signal/multifunction lever
to spray washer uid on the rear window. The
wipers will clear the rear window and either
stop or return to your preset speed. For more
washer cycles, press and hold the button.
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Windshield, Backglass, and
Wiper Blades
Clean the outside of the windshield and backglass
with glass cleaner.
Clean the rubber blades using a lint free cloth or
paper towel soaked with windshield washer uid or
a mild detergent. Wash the windshield thoroughly
when you clean the blades. Bugs, road grime,
sap and a buildup of vehicle wash/wax treatments
may cause wiper streaking. Replace the wiper
blades if they are worn or damaged.
Wipers can be damaged by:
Extreme dusty conditions
Sand and salt
Heat and sun
Snow and ice, without proper removal
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated
Wheels and Trim
Your vehicle may have either aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels.
Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth
with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water.
After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean
towel. A wax may then be applied.
Notice:Chrome wheels and other chrome trim
may be damaged if you do not wash your
vehicle after driving on roads that have been
sprayed with magnesium, calcium or sodium
chloride. These chlorides are used on roads for
conditions such as ice and dust. Always wash
your vehicle’s chrome with soap and water
after exposure.
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V
Vehicle
Control..................................................... 334
Damage Warnings....................................... 5
Loading.................................................... 361
Symbols...................................................... 5
Vehicle Customization, DIC......................... 255
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy............ 536
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN).......................................... 488
Service Parts Identication Label.............. 488
Ventilation Adjustment.................................. 210
Visors.......................................................... 117
Voltage Devices, High and Wiring............... 489
Voltmeter Gage........................................... 221
W
Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators......... 214
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 244
Hazard Warning Flashers......................... 172
Other Warning Devices............................ 173
Safety and Symbols..................................... 4
Vehicle Damage.......................................... 5Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..................... 454
Different Size........................................... 452
Replacement............................................ 454
Where to Put the Restraint............................ 60
Windows..................................................... 114
Power...................................................... 115
Windshield
Backglass, and Wiper Blades, Cleaning.... 484
Washer.................................................... 177
Washer Fluid........................................... 420
Wiper Blade Replacement........................ 434
Wiper Fuses............................................ 490
Wipers..................................................... 176
Windshield, Rear Washer/Wiper................... 179
Winter Driving............................................. 356
Wiring, High Voltage Devices...................... 489X
XM Radio Messages................................... 309
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Your Vehicle and the Environment............... 500
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