remote start GMC SAVANA 2010 User Guide

The airbag readiness light
flashes for a few seconds
when the engine is
started. If the light does
not come on then, have it
fixed immediately.
{WARNING:
If the airbag readiness light stays on after the
vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it
means the airbag system might not be working
properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not
inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate
without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the
vehicle serviced right away.
For vehicles with a remote start, the airbag readiness
light will stay on until the driver places the ignition switch
to the ON/RUN position.
If there is a problem with the airbag system, an airbag
Driver Information Center (DIC) message can also come
on. SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-44
for more information.
Airbag Off Light
When the right front passenger airbag is manually
turned off using the airbag on-off switch on the
instrument panel, if equipped, the indicator light OFF or
the off symbol will come on and stay on as a reminder
that the airbag has been turned off. This light will go off
when the airbag has been turned on. SeeAirbag Off
Switch on page 2-69for more information, including
important safety information.
United StatesCanada
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4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) and
negative (−) terminal locations of the other vehicle.
Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jump
starting terminal and a remote negative (−) jump
starting terminal. You should always use these
remote terminals instead of the terminals on the
battery.
The remote positive (+) terminal is located behind
a red plastic cover near the engine accessory
drive bracket on the driver’s side of the engine
compartment, below the alternator. To uncover the
remote positive (+) terminal, open the red plastic
cover.
The remote negative (−) terminal is located on the
engine drive bracket on all V8 engines and is
marked GND (Ground).
On V6 engines the remote negative (−) terminal is
located on a tab attached to the engine accessory
drive bracket and is marked GND (Ground).
{WARNING:
Using an open flame near a battery can cause
battery gas to explode. People have been hurt
doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a
flashlight if you need more light.
Be sure the battery has enough water. You do not
need to add water to the battery installed in your
new vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be
sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low,
add water to take care of that first. If you do not,
explosive gas could be present.
Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Do
not get it on you. If you accidentally get it in your
eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water
and get medical help immediately.
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8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to the
negative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use a
remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Do not let the other end touch anything until the
next step. The other end of the negative (−) cable
does not go to the dead battery. It goes to a
heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote
negative (−) terminal on the vehicle with the
dead battery.
9. Connect the other end of the negative (−) cable to
the negative (−) terminal location on the vehicle
with the dead battery. Your vehicle has a remote
negative (−) terminal for this purpose. It is
marked GND.
10. Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run
the engine for a while.
11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If
it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs
service.
Notice:If the jumper cables are connected or
removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may
occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would
not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always
connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct
order, making sure that the cables do not touch
each other or other metal.A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote
Negative (−) Terminal
B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) and Remote
Negative (−) Terminals
C. Dead Battery or Remote Positive (+) TerminalJumper Cable Removal
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TPMS Sensor Matching Process
Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code.
Any time you rotate your vehicle’s tires or replace one or
more of the TPMS sensors, the identification codes
will need to be matched to the new tire/wheel position.
The sensors are matched to the tire/wheel positions
in the following order: driver side front tire, passenger
side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver
side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool. See your
dealer/retailer for service.
The TPMS sensors can also be matched to each
tire/wheel position by increasing or decreasing the tire’s
air pressure. If increasing the tire’s air pressure, do
not exceed the maximum inflation pressure indicated on
the tire’s sidewall.
To decrease air-pressure out of a tire you can use the
pointed end of the valve cap, a pencil-style air pressure
gage, or a key.
You have two minutes to match the first tire/wheel
position, and five minutes overall to match all four tire/
wheel positions. If it takes longer than two minutes,
to match the first tire and wheel, or more than
five minutes to match all four tire and wheel positions
the matching process stops and you need to start over.The TPMS sensor matching process is outlined below:
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON/RUN with the
engine off.
3. Press the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter’s
LOCK and UNLOCK buttons at the same time for
approximately five seconds. The horn sounds twice
to signal the receiver is in relearn mode and
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the
DIC screen.
If your vehicle does not have RKE, press the Driver
Information Center (DIC) vehicle information
button until the PRESS
VTO RELEARN TIRE
POSITIONS message displays. The horn sounds
twice to signal the receiver is in relearn mode
and TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on
the DIC screen.
If your vehicle does not have RKE or DIC buttons,
press the trip odometer reset stem located on
the instrument panel cluster until the PRESS
VTO
RELEARN TIRE POSITIONS message displays.
The horn sounds twice to signal the receiver
is in relearn mode and TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
message displays on the DIC screen.
4. Start with the driver side front tire.
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•Model, year, color, and license plate number of the
vehicle
•Odometer reading, Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle
•Description of the problem
Coverage
Services are provided up to 5 years/100,000 miles
(160 000 km), whichever comes first.
In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle is covered. In
Canada, a person driving the vehicle without permission
from the owner is not covered.
Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. GMC and General Motors of Canada
Limited reserve the right to make any changes or
discontinue the Roadside Assistance program at any
time without notification.
GMC and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve
the right to limit services or payment to an owner
or driver if they decide the claims are made too often, or
the same type of claim is made many times.
Services Provided
•Emergency Fuel Delivery:Delivery of enough fuel
for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station.
•Lock-Out Service:Service is provided to unlock
the vehicle if you are locked out. A remote unlock
may be available if you have OnStar
®. For security
reasons, the driver must present identification before
this service is given.
•Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway:
Tow to the nearest GMC dealer for warranty service,
or if the vehicle was in a crash and cannot be driven.
Assistance is also given when the vehicle is stuck in
the sand, mud, or snow.
•Flat Tire Change:Service is provided to change a
flat tire with the spare tire. The spare tire, if equipped,
must be in good condition and properly inflated.
It is the owner’s responsibility for the repair or
replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the
warranty.
•Battery Jump Start:Service is provided to jump
start a dead battery.
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Radio Frequency
Identication (RFID)
RFID technology is used in some vehicles for functions
such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system
security, as well as in connection with conveniences
such as key fobs for remote door locking/unlocking and
starting, and in-vehicle transmitters for garage door
openers. RFID technology in GM vehicles does not use
or record personal information or link with any other
GM system containing personal information.
Radio Frequency Statement
This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio
frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with
RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. The device may not cause interference.
2. The device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
Changes or modifications to any of these systems by
other than an authorized service facility could void
authorization to use this equipment.
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Headlamps (cont.)
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking
Lamps ....................................................6-51
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 4-5
On Reminder..............................................4-11
Heater...........................................................4-15
Engine Coolant...........................................3-25
Highbeam On Light.........................................4-36
Highway Hypnosis...........................................5-12
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................5-13
Hood
Checking Things Under................................6-12
Release.....................................................6-13
Horn ............................................................... 4-3
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................2-15
I
Ignition Positions.............................................3-22
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............2-33
Inflation - Tire Pressure...................................6-63
Instrument Panel
Brightness..................................................4-12
Cluster.......................................................4-21
Introduction...................................................... 7-2
J
Jump Starting.................................................6-41
K
Keyless Entry
Remote (RKE) System................................... 3-4
Keyless Entry System....................................... 3-4
Keys............................................................... 3-3
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall.....................................6-56
Lamps
Daytime Running (DRL)................................4-11
Dome ........................................................4-12
Dome Lamp Override...................................4-13
License Plate..............................................6-53
Malfunction Indicator....................................4-31
Reading.....................................................4-13
Taillamps....................................................6-52
Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................2-24
LATCH System for Child Restraints...................2-42
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Recreational Vehicle Towing.............................5-22
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility................. 8-6
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System.................. 3-4
Remote Vehicle Start........................................ 3-6
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire..................................................6-85
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...................6-81
Replacement Bulbs.........................................6-53
Replacement Parts
Maintenance...............................................7-13
Reporting Safety Defects
Canadian Government..................................8-14
General Motors...........................................8-14
U.S. Government.........................................8-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems....................2-79
Replacing Restraint System Parts After
a Crash..................................................2-80
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)......................3-23
Roadside Assistance Program............................ 8-6
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out....................5-16
Running the Vehicle While Parked.....................3-39S
Safety Belts
Care of ......................................................6-99
Extender....................................................2-29
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................2-15
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................2-24
Reminders..................................................4-23
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................2-10
Use During Pregnancy.................................2-29
Safety Defects Reporting
Canadian Government..................................8-14
General Motors...........................................8-14
U.S. Government.........................................8-14
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iv
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 7-3
Scheduling Appointments................................... 8-9
Seats
Head Restraints............................................ 2-2
Power Seat.................................................. 2-3
Rear Seat Operation...................................... 2-6
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 2-4
Secondary Latch System.................................6-92
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Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position......................................2-49
Right Front Seat Position......................2-52, 2-56
Security
Light..........................................................4-35
Service........................................................... 6-3
Accessories and Modifications......................... 6-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the
Vehicle..................................................... 6-5
Doing Your Own Work................................... 6-4
Engine Soon Lamp......................................4-31
Parts Identification Label.............................6-103
Publications Ordering Information...................8-15
Scheduling Appointments................................ 8-9
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............2-77
Setting the Clock............................................4-60
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................6-102
Shifting
Out of Park................................................3-37
Shifting Into Park............................................3-36
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 4-4Sliding Side Door............................................3-12
Spare Tire.....................................................6-96
Installing....................................................6-85
Removing...................................................6-81
Storing.......................................................6-94
Specifications and Capacities..........................6-110
Speedometer..................................................4-22
StabiliTrak
®Indicator Light...............................4-29
StabiliTrak®System.......................................... 5-5
Start Vehicle, Remote....................................... 3-6
Starting the Engine.........................................3-23
Steering.......................................................... 5-7
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.........................4-77
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 4-3
Storage Areas................................................3-42
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow.....................5-16
Sun Visors.....................................................3-20
Swing-Out Side Door, 60/40.............................3-13
Swing-Out Windows........................................3-18
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U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................6-75
V
Vehicle
Control........................................................ 5-3
Loading......................................................5-17
Remote Start................................................ 3-6
Running While Parked..................................3-39
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Customization, DIC..............................4-52
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy..................8-16
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)............................................6-103
Service Parts Identification Label..................6-103
Ventilation Adjustment......................................4-17
Visors...........................................................3-20
Voltmeter Gage..............................................4-27
W
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators...............4-20
Warnings
DIC Warnings and Messages........................4-44
Hazard Flashers............................................ 4-3
Safety and Symbols......................................... iv
Wheels
Alignment and Tire Balance..........................6-76
Different Size..............................................6-74
Replacement...............................................6-76
When It Is Time for New Tires..........................6-72
Where to Put the Child Restraint.......................2-40
Windows.......................................................3-16
Enhanced Technology Glass.........................3-19
Manual......................................................3-17
Power ........................................................3-17
Swing-Out Windows.....................................3-18
Windshield
Washer........................................................ 4-6
Washer Fluid..............................................6-36
Wiper Blade Replacement.............................6-54
Wiper Blades, Cleaning..............................6-101
Wiper Fuses.............................................6-104
Wipers......................................................... 4-5
Winter Driving................................................5-14
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