ignition GMC ACADIA 2007 Manual Online

Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set,
try to turn the ignition to OFF in each shift lever
position.
The ignition should turn to OFF only when the
shift lever is in PARK (P).
The ignition key should come out only in OFF.
Contact your dealer/retailer if service is required.
Parking Brake and Automatic
Transmission Park (P) Mechanism Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this check, your
vehicle could begin to move. You or
others could be injured and property
could be damaged. Make sure there is
room in front of your vehicle in case it
begins to roll. Be ready to apply the
regular brake at once should the vehicle
begin to move.Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular
brake, set the parking brake.
To check the parking brake’s holding ability:
With the engine running and the transmission in
NEUTRAL (N), slowly remove foot pressure
from the regular brake pedal. Do this until the
vehicle is held by the parking brake only.
To check the PARK (P) mechanism’s holding
ability: With the engine running, shift to
PARK (P). Then release the parking brake
followed by the regular brake.
Contact your dealer/retailer if service is required.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to ush
any corrosive materials from the underbody.
Take care to clean thoroughly any areas where
mud and other debris can collect.
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OnStar
If your vehicle has OnStar®and you subscribe
to the OnStar®services, please refer to the
OnStar®Terms and Conditions for information
on data collection and use. See alsoOnStar®
System on page 145for more information.
Navigation System
If your vehicle has anavigation system,
use of the system may result in the storage of
destinations, addresses, telephone numbers,
and other trip information.Please refer to
the navigation system operating manual for
information on stored data and for deletion
instructions.
Radio Frequency
Identication (RFID)
RFIDtechnology 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.
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Ignition Positions......................................... 124
Infants and Young Children, Restraints.......... 51
Ination - Tire Pressure............................... 442
Instrument Panel
Overview.................................................. 170
Storage Area............................................ 161
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness................................................ 186
Cluster..................................................... 215
J
Jump Starting.............................................. 425
K
Keyless Entry System................................... 98
Keys............................................................. 97
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall................................. 436
Lamps
Courtesy.................................................. 186
Reading................................................... 188
LATCH System
Child Restraints......................................... 61
License Plate Lamps................................... 433
Liftgate
Carbon Monoxide..................................... 109
Liftgate, Power............................................ 110
Light
Airbag Readiness..................................... 217
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning............. 223
Brake System Warning............................. 222
Charging System..................................... 220
Cruise Control.......................................... 230
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning....... 224
Fog Lamp................................................ 230
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