cooling GMC ACADIA 2009 Owner's Guide

FusesUsage
A/C
CLUTCH Air Conditioning
Clutch
ABS MTR Antilock Braking
System (ABS) Motor
AFS Adaptive Forward
Lighting System
AIRBAG Airbag SystemFuses Usage
AUX
POWER Auxiliary Power
AUX VAC PUMP Auxiliary Vacuum
Pump
AWD All-Wheel-Drive
System
BATT 1 Battery 1
Fuses Usage
BATT 2 Battery 2
BATT 3 Battery 3
ECM Engine Control
Module
ECM 1 Engine Control
Module 1
EMISSION 1 Emission 1
EMISSION 2 Emission 2 EVEN
COILS Even Injector Coils
FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1
FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2
FOG LAMP Fog Lamps
FSCM Fuel System Control
Module
HORN Horn
HTD WASH Heated Windshield
Washer Fluid
HTD MIR Heated Outside
Rearview Mirror
Service and Appearance Care 5-93

Relays Usage
A/C
CMPRSR
CLTCHAir Conditioning
Compressor Clutch
AUX VAC
PUMPAuxiliary Vacuum
Pump
CRNK Switched Power
FAN 1 Cooling Fan 1
FAN 2 Cooling Fan 2
FAN 3 Cooling Fan 3
FOG LAMP Fog Lamps
HI BEAMHigh-Beam
Headlamps
HID/LO
BEAMHigh Intensity
Discharge (HID)
Low-Beam
Headlamps
HORN Horn
IGN Ignition MainRelays Usage
LT TRLR
STOP/TRNTrailer Left
Stoplamp and Turn
Signal Lamp
PRK LAMP Park Lamp
PWR/TRN Powertrain
RR DEFOGRear Window
Defogger
RT TRLR
STOP/TRNTrailer Right
Stoplamp and Turn
Signal Lamp
Stop Lamps
(China
Only)Stop Lamps
(China Only)
TRLR
BCK/UPTrailer Back-up
Lamps
WPR Windshield Wiper
WPR HIWindshield Wiper
High Speed
Service and Appearance Care 5-95

Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-12 for more information.
Application Capacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located
under the hood. See your dealer/retailer for more information.
Cooling System 11.4 qt 10.8 L
Engine Oil with Filter 5.5 qt 5.2 L
Fuel Tank 22.0 gal 83.3 L
Transmission Fluid* 5.3 qt 5.0 L
Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft 190 Y
*Transmission uid capacity is approximate. See Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-16for information on
checking uid level.
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ll to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck uid level after lling.
Engine Specications
Engine VIN CodeTransmission Spark Plug Gap
3.6L V6 Engine DAutomatic 0.043 in (1.10 mm)
5-96 Service and Appearance Care

Scheduled Maintenance
ServiceMaintenanceIMaintenance II
Change engine oil and lter. See Engine Oil on page 5-11. Reset oil life system.
See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-13 .An Emission Control Service. ••
Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (g). ••
Inspect engine air cleaner lter. If necessary, replace lter. See Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-15 .See footnote (l). •
Rotate tires and check ination pressures and wear. See Tire Inspection and
Rotation on page 5-47 and “Tire Wear Inspection” in At Least Once a Month on
page 6-9. ••
Inspect brake system. See footnote (a). ••
Check engine coolant and windshield washer uid levels and add uid as
needed. ••
Perform any needed additional services. See “Additional Required Services” in
this section. ••
Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b). •
Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (c). •
Inspect wiper blades. See footnote (d). •
Inspect restraint system components. See footnote (e). •
Lubricate body components. See footnote (f). •
Inspect throttle system. See footnote (j). •
Maintenance Schedule 6-5

Additional Required Services (cont’d)
Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000
(40 000) 50,000
(80 000) 75,000
(120 000) 100,000
(160 000) 125,000
(200 000) 150,000
(240 000)
Engine cooling system service (or
every ve years, whichever occurs
rst). An Emission Control Service.
See footnote (i). •
Inspect engine accessory drive belt.
An Emission Control Service.
See footnote (k). •
Maintenance Footnotes
(a)
Visually inspect brake lines and
hoses for proper hook-up, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect
disc brake pads for wear and rotors
for surface condition. Inspect other
brake parts, including calipers,
parking brake, etc. Check parking
brake adjustment.
(b) Visually inspect front and rear
suspension and steering system for
damaged, loose, or missing parts or
signs of wear. Inspect power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up,
binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. (c)
Visually inspect hoses and have
them replaced if they are cracked,
swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect all
pipes, fittings and clamps; replace
with genuine parts as needed.
To help ensure proper operation,
a pressure test of the cooling system
and pressure cap and cleaning
the outside of the radiator and
air conditioning condenser is
recommended at least once a year. (d)
Inspect wiper blades for wear,
cracking, or contamination. Clean
the windshield and wiper blades,
if contaminated. Replace wiper
blades that are worn or damaged.
See Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement on page 5-34 and
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper
Blades on page 5-86 for more
information.
Maintenance Schedule 6-7

(e)Make sure the safety belt
reminder light and safety belt
assemblies are working properly.
Look for any other loose or damaged
safety belt system parts. If you see
anything that might keep a safety belt
system from doing its job, have it
repaired. Have any torn or frayed
safety belts replaced. Also see
Checking the Restraint Systems on
page 1-61.
(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders,
hood latch assemblies, secondary
latches, pivots, spring anchor and
release pawl, hood and door hinges,
rear folding seats, and liftgate
hinges. More frequent lubrication
may be required when exposed to a
corrosive environment. Applying
silicone grease on weatherstrips with
a clean cloth will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or
squeak.
(g)A fluid loss in any vehicle
system could indicate a problem.
Have the system inspected
and repaired and the fluid level
checked. Add fluid if needed.(h)Change automatic transmission
fluid if the vehicle is mainly
driven under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the
outside temperature regularly
reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer
towing.
Uses such as found in taxi,
police, or delivery service.
(i)Drain, flush, and refill cooling
system. This service can be
complex; you should have your
dealer/retailer perform this service.
See Engine Coolant on page 5-17 for
what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean
radiator, condenser, pressure cap,
and filler neck. Pressure test the
cooling system and pressure cap.
(j)Check system for interference or
binding and for damaged or missing
parts. Replace parts as needed.
Replace any components that havehigh effort or excessive wear. Do not
lubricate accelerator or cruise control
cables.
(k)Visually inspect belt for fraying,
excessive cracks, or obvious
damage. Replace belt if necessary.
(l)If driving regularly under dusty
conditions, inspect the filter at each
engine oil change.
(m)Change transfer case fluid if the
vehicle is mainly driven under
one or more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where
the outside temperature regularly
reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer
towing.
Uses such as found in taxi,
police, or delivery service.
6-8 Maintenance Schedule

Cleaning
Aluminum or
Chrome-Plated Wheels . . . 5-86
Exterior Lamps/Lenses......5-85
Fabric/Carpet...................5-83
Finish Care......................5-85
Instrument Panel, Vinyl,
and Other Plastic
Surfaces......................5-84
Interior............................5-81
Leather...........................5-83
Tires...............................5-87
Underbody Maintenance....5-88
Washing Your Vehicle........5-84
Weatherstrips...................5-84
Windshield, Backglass,
and Wiper Blades..........5-86
Climate Control System.........3-22
Dual Automatic.................3-25
Outlet Adjustment.............3-30
Rear Air Conditioning and
Heating System.............3-31
Rear Air Conditioning and
Heating System,
Electronic.....................3-32
Clock, Setting......................3-73
Collision Damage Repair.......7-10
Compact Spare Tire.............5-81
Compass............................3-54Compressor Kit
Storing............................5-68
Compressor Kit,
Tire Sealant.....................5-56
Content Theft-Deterrent.........2-16
Control of a Vehicle............... 4-3
Convenience Net.................2-52
Coolant
Engine............................5-17
Engine
Temperature Gage.........3-40
Engine Temperature
Warning Light...............3-40
Cooled Seats........................ 1-6
Cooling System...................5-16
Courtesy Lamps
...................3-14
Cruise Control....................... 3-9
Cruise Control Light..............3-44
Cupholders.........................2-49
Customer Assistance
Information
Courtesy Transportation....... 7-9
Customer Assistance for
Text Telephone (TTY)
Users............................ 7-4
Customer Assistance
Offices........................... 7-5
Customer Satisfaction
Procedure...................... 7-1Customer Assistance Information
(cont.)
GM Mobility Reimbursement
Program........................ 7-5
Reporting Safety Defects
to General Motors.........7-14
Reporting Safety Defects
to the Canadian
Government..................7-14
Reporting Safety Defects
to the United States
Government..................7-14
Roadside Assistance
Program........................ 7-6
Service Publications
Ordering Information......7-15
D
Daytime Running Lamps/
Automatic Headlamp
System...........................3-13
Defensive Driving................... 4-2
Delayed Entry Lighting..........3-15
Delayed Exit Lighting............3-15
Delayed Headlamps.............3-12
Delayed Locking.................... 2-8
DIC Compass......................3-54
Disc, MP3...................3-89, 3-93
INDEX i-3