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GMC Sierra/Sierra Denali 1500 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./
Canada/Mexico-15883563) - 2022 - CRC - 11/19/21
Introduction 5
1. Tow/Haul Mode (On Some Models). SeeDriver Mode Control 0249.
Automatic Transfer Case Control (If
Equipped). See Four-Wheel Drive 0240.
Driver Mode Control 0249 (If Equipped).
2. Air Vents 0201.
3. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0132 (If
Equipped).
4. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0149.
Windshield Wiper/Washer 0102.
5. Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0109 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0110.
6. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission
(Mechanical Shifter) 0231 or
Automatic Transmission (Electronic
Shifter) 0233.
Range Selection Mode. See Manual Mode
(Mechanical Shifter) 0237 or
Manual Mode (Electronic Shifter) 0239.
7. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0147.
Vehicle Alarm System. See Vehicle
Security 031.
8. Infotainment Controls. See Overview
(Uplevel Radio) 0157 or
Overview (Base Radio) 0156. 9.
Climate Control Systems 0196 (If
Equipped).
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0 198 (If Equipped).
10. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 052
(If Equipped).
11. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0302 (If
Equipped).
Park Assist Switch (If Equipped). See
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
0 283.
Auto Stop Disable Switch (If Equipped).
See Stop/Start System 0225.
Power Release Tailgate (If Equipped). See
Tailgate 023.
Hazard Warning Flashers 0148.
Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0247.
Hill Descent Control Switch (If Equipped).
See Hill Descent Control (HDC) 0249.
Power Assist Steps 030 (If Equipped).
Express Window Down Button (If
Equipped). See Power Windows 040.
Tow/Haul Mode 0240 (On Some
Models). Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Duramax
Diesel Supplement.
Power Take-Off (PTO) (If Equipped). See
Duramax Diesel Supplement.
12. Power Outlet (Alternating Current) (If Equipped). See Power Outlets0104.
13. Power Outlet (Direct Current) Power
Outlets 0104.
14. USB Port 0166.
15. Wireless Charging 0106 (If Equipped).
16. Trailer Brake Control Panel (If Equipped). See“Integrated Trailer Brake Control
System” underTowing Equipment 0317.
17. ENGINE START/STOP. See Ignition
Positions 0222.
18. Steering Wheel Controls 0101 (If
Equipped).
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0128 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 130.
19. Horn 0102.
20. Hood Release. See Hood0343.
21. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0101 (Out
of View).

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8 Introduction
1.Head-Up Display (HUD) 0132 (If
Equipped).
2. Air Vents 0201.
3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0149.
Windshield Wiper/Washer 0102.
4. Range Selection Mode. See Manual Mode
(Mechanical Shifter) 0237 or
Manual Mode (Electronic Shifter) 0239.
5. Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0109 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0110.
6. Infotainment Controls. See Overview
(Uplevel Radio) 0157 or
Overview (Base Radio) 0156.
7. Infotainment System. See Overview
(Uplevel Radio) 0157 or
Overview (Base Radio) 0156.
8. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0147.
Vehicle Alarm System. See Vehicle
Security 031.
9. Upper Glove Box. See Glove Box096.
10. Lower Glove Box. See Glove Box096.
11. Upper Glove Box Button. See Glove Box
0 96. 12.
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0302.
Auto Stop Disable Switch (If Equipped).
See Stop/Start System 0225.
Power Release Tailgate (If Equipped). See
Tailgate 023.
Hazard Warning Flashers 0148.
Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0247.
Hill Descent Control Switch (If Equipped).
See Hill Descent Control (HDC) 0249.
Power Assist Steps 030 (If Equipped).
Express Window Down Button (If
Equipped). See Power Windows 040.
Tow/Haul Mode 0240 (On Some
Models).
Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Duramax
Diesel Supplement.
Power Take-Off (PTO) (If Equipped). See
Duramax Diesel Supplement.
13. USB Port 0166.
14. Climate Control Systems 0196 (If
Equipped).
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0 198 (If Equipped). Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
052
(If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 0102 (If
Equipped).
15. Front Center Console Storage.
16. Cupholders 096.
17. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission
(Mechanical Shifter) 0231 or
Automatic Transmission (Electronic
Shifter) 0233.
18. Trailer Brake Control Panel (If Equipped). See“Integrated Trailer Brake Control
System” underTowing Equipment 0317.
19. ENGINE START/STOP. See Ignition
Positions 0222.
20. Steering Wheel Controls 0101.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0128 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 130.
21. Horn 0102.
22. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0101 (Out
of View).
23. Hood Release. See Hood0343.

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Introduction 11
1.Air Vents 0201.
2. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0132 (If
Equipped).
3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0149.
Windshield Wiper/Washer 0102.
4. Range Selection Mode. See Manual Mode
(Mechanical Shifter) 0237 or
Manual Mode (Electronic Shifter) 0239.
5. Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0109 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0110.
6. Infotainment Controls. See Overview
(Uplevel Radio) 0157 or
Overview (Base Radio) 0156.
7. Infotainment System. See Overview
(Uplevel Radio) 0157 or
Overview (Base Radio) 0156.
8. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0147.
Vehicle Alarm System. See Vehicle
Security 031.
9. Upper Glove Box Button. See Glove Box
0 96.
10. Upper Glove Box. See Glove Box096.
11. Lower Glove Box. See Glove Box096. 12.
Climate Control Systems 0196 (If
Equipped).
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0 198 (If Equipped).
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 052
(If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 0102 (If
Equipped).
13. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0302.
Auto Stop Disable Switch (If Equipped).
See Stop/Start System 0225.
Power Release Tailgate (If Equipped). See
Tailgate 023.
Hazard Warning Flashers 0148.
Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0247.
Hill Descent Control Switch (If Equipped).
See Hill Descent Control (HDC) 0249.
Power Assist Steps 030 (If Equipped).
Express Window Down Button (If
Equipped). See Power Windows 040.
Tow/Haul Mode 0240 (On Some
Models).
Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Duramax
Diesel Supplement. Power Take-Off (PTO) (If Equipped). See
Duramax Diesel Supplement.
14. Front Center Console Storage.
15. USB Port 0166.
16. Cupholders 096.
17. Trailer Brake Control Panel (If Equipped). See“Integrated Trailer Brake Control
System” underTowing Equipment 0317.
18. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission
(Mechanical Shifter) 0231 or
Automatic Transmission (Electronic
Shifter) 0233.
19. ENGINE START/STOP. See Ignition
Positions 0222.
20. Steering Wheel Controls 0101.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0128 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 130.
21. Horn 0102.
22. Hood Release. See Hood0343.
23. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0101 (Out
of View).

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Instruments and Controls 103
L:PressLon the windshield wiper
control to spray windshield washer fluid and
activate the wipers. The front 360 degree
viewing camera will also be washed,
if equipped. The wipers will continue until
Lis released or the maximum wash time
is reached. When
Lis released, additional
wipes may occur depending on how long
the windshield washer had been activated.
See Washer Fluid 0358 for information on
filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades
before using them. If frozen to the
windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them.
Damaged blades should be replaced. See
Wiper Blade Replacement 0364.
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper
motor.
{Warning
In freezing weather, do not use the
washer until the windshield is warmed.
Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice
on the windshield, blocking your vision.
{Warning
Before driving the vehicle, always clear
snow and ice from the hood, windshield,
washer nozzles, roof, and rear of the
vehicle, including all lamps and windows.
Reduced visibility from snow and ice
buildup could lead to a crash.
Wipe Parking
If the ignition is turned off while the wipers
are on LO, HI, or
3, they will
immediately stop.
If the windshield wiper control is ON then
moved to OFF before the driver door is
opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will
restart and move to the base of the
windshield.
If the ignition is turned off while the wipers
are performing wipes due to windshield
washing, the wipers continue to run until
they reach the base of the windshield.
Compass
The vehicle may have a compass display on
the Driver Information Center (DIC). The
compass receives its heading and other
information from the Global Positioning
System (GPS) antenna, Electronic Stability
Control (ESC), and vehicle speed information.
The compass system is designed to operate
for a certain number of miles or degrees of
turn before needing a signal from the GPS
satellites. When the compass display shows
CAL, drive the vehicle for a short distance in
an open area where it can receive a GPS
signal. The compass system will
automatically determine when a GPS signal
is restored and provide a heading again.
Clock
Set the time and date using the
infotainment system. See "Time/Date" under
Settings (Uplevel Radio) 0187 or
Settings (Base Radio) 0185.

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202 Climate Controls
.Clear snow off the hood to improve
visibility and help decrease moisture
drawn into the vehicle.
.Keep the path under the front seats clear
of objects to help circulate the air inside
of the vehicle more effectively.
.Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors
can adversely affect system performance.
Check with your dealer before adding
equipment to the outside of the vehicle.
.Do not attach any devices to the air vent
slats. Doing so restricts airflow and may
cause damage to the air vents.
Maintenance
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
The filter reduces the dust, pollen, and other
airborne irritants from outside air that is
pulled into the vehicle.
The filter should be replaced as part of
routine scheduled maintenance. See
Maintenance Schedule0425. To find out
what type of filter to use, see Maintenance
Replacement Parts 0435.
1. Open the lower glove box door
completely.
2. Push the dampener arm to the left untilit releases the glove box.
3. Press the sides of the glove box doorinward and rotate the door downward to
remove.

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Driving and Operating 225
from the engine. Do not race the engine
immediately after starting it. Operate
the engine and transmission gently until
the oil warms up and lubricates all
moving parts.
Stop/Start System
If equipped and enabled, the Stop/Start
system will shut off the engine to help
conserve fuel. It has components designed
for the increased number of starts.
{Warning
The automatic engine Stop/Start feature
causes the engine to shut off while the
vehicle is still on. Do not exit the vehicle
before shifting to P (Park). The vehicle
may restart and move unexpectedly.
Always shift to P (Park), and then turn
the ignition off before exiting the vehicle.
Auto Engine Stop/Start
When the brakes are applied and the vehicle
is at a complete stop, the engine may turn
off. When stopped, the tachometer displays
AUTO STOP. See Tachometer0113. When
the brake pedal is released or the
accelerator pedal is pressed, the engine will
restart. To maintain vehicle performance, other
conditions may cause the engine to
automatically restart before the brake pedal
is released.
Auto Stops may not occur and/or Auto
Starts may occur because:
.The climate control settings require the
engine to be running to cool or heat the
vehicle interior.
.The vehicle battery needs to charge.
.The vehicle battery has recently been
disconnected.
.Minimum vehicle speed has not been
reached since the last Auto Stop.
.The accelerator pedal is pressed.
.The engine or transmission is not at the
required operating temperature.
.The outside temperature is not in the
required operating range.
.The vehicle is shifted out of D (Drive) to
any gear other than P (Park).
.Certain driver modes have been selected.
See
Driver Mode Control 0249 and
Four-Wheel Drive 0240.
.The vehicle is on a steep hill or grade.
.The driver door has been opened or the
driver seat belt has been unbuckled.
.The hood has been opened.
.The Auto Stop has reached the maximum
allowed time.
Auto Stop Disable Switch
The automatic engine Stop/Start feature can
be disabled and enabled by pressing
h.
Auto Stop/Start is enabled each time you
start the vehicle.
When the
hindicator is illuminated, the
system is enabled.
Engine Heater
If equipped, the engine heater can provide
easier starting and better fuel economy
during engine warm-up in cold weather

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344 Vehicle Care
To open the hood:1. Pull the hood release lever with the
isymbol. It is on the lower left side
of the instrument panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary release lever under the
front center of the hood. Push the
secondary hood release lever to the right
to release. 3. After you have partially lifted the hood,
the gas strut system will automatically
lift the hood and hold it in the fully
open position.
To close the hood: 1. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly, and all tools are
removed.
2. Pull the hood down until the strut system is no longer holding up the hood.
3. Allow the hood to fall. Check to make sure the hood is latched completely.
Repeat this process with additional force
if necessary.
{Warning
Do not drive the vehicle if the hood is
not latched completely. The hood could
open fully, block your vision, and cause a
crash. You or others could be injured.
Always close the hood completely before
driving.
The Driver Information Center (DIC) will
display a message if the hood is not fully
closed, and the vehicle is moving. 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.

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Vehicle Care 365
Front Wiper Blade Replacement
To replace the wiper blade:1. Pull the wiper assembly away from the windshield.
2. Lift up on the latch in the middle of thewiper blade where the wiper arm
attaches.
3. With the latch open, pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield far enough
to release it from the J-hooked end of
the wiper arm.
4. Remove the wiper blade.
5. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper blade replacement.
Glass Replacement
If the windshield or front side glass must be
replaced, see your dealer to determine the
correct replacement glass.
Windshield Replacement
HUD System
The windshield is part of the HUD system.
If the windshield must be replaced, get one
that is designed for HUD or the HUD image
may look out of focus.
Driver Assistance Systems
If the windshield needs to be replaced and
the vehicle is equipped with a front camera
sensor for the Driver Assistance Systems, a
GM replacement windshield is
recommended. The replacement windshield
must be installed according to GM
specifications for proper alignment. If it is
not, these systems may not work properly,
they may display messages, or they may
not work at all. See your dealer for proper
windshield replacement.
Gas Strut(s)
This vehicle is equipped with gas strut(s) to
provide assistance in lifting and holding
open the hood/trunk/liftgate system in full
open position.
{Warning
If the gas struts that hold open the hood,
trunk, and/or liftgate fail, you or others
could be seriously injured. Take the
vehicle to your dealer for service
immediately. Visually inspect the gas
struts for signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage periodically. Check to make sure
the hood/trunk/liftgate is held open with
enough force. If struts are failing to hold
the hood/trunk/liftgate, do not operate.
Have the vehicle serviced.
Caution
Do not apply tape or hang any objects
from gas struts. Also do not push down
or pull on gas struts. This may cause
damage to the vehicle.
See Maintenance Schedule 0425.