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GMC Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/
Mexico-16402009) - 2023 - CRC - 3/28/22
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 183
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 338
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 363
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 368
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371
Introduction
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A circle with a slash through it is a safety
symbol which means“Do not,” “Do not do
this,” or“Do not let this happen.”
Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that
use symbols instead of text. Symbols are
shown along with the text describing the
operation or information relating to a
specific component, control, message, gauge,
or indicator.
M:Shown when the owner’s manual has
additional instructions or information.
*: Shown when the service manual has
additional instructions or information.
0: Shown when there is more information
on another page — “see page.”
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may
be found on the vehicle and what they
mean. See the features in this manual for
information.
u: Air Conditioning System
G:Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
9:Airbag Readiness Light
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
$:Brake System Warning Light
9:Dispose of Used Components Properly
P:Do Not Apply High Pressure Water
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
_:Flame/Fire Prohibited
H: Flammable
[:Forward Collision Alert
R:Fuse Block Cover Lock Location
+:Fuses
j:ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints
Q:Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly
Installed
|: Lane Change Alert
@:Lane Departure Warning
A:Lane Keep Assist
*: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
X:Park Assist
~:Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
O:Power
7:Rear Cross Traffic Alert
I:Registered Technician
/:Remote Vehicle Start
h:Risk of Electrical Fire
>:Seat Belt Reminders
I:Side Blind Zone Alert
h:Stop/Start
7:Tire Pressure Monitor
d:Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electronic
Stability Control (ESC)
a: Under Pressure
k: Vehicle Ahead Indicator

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1.Air Vents 0188.
2. Exterior Lamp Controls 0128.
Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0131.
3. Instrument Cluster (Base Level and
Midlevel) 096 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 099.
4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 090.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer 091.
5. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0130.
6. Infotainment. See Overview0136.
7. Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0183.
8. USB Port 0144 (If Equipped).
9. Wireless Charging 093 (If Equipped).
10. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 042
(If Equipped).
11.
|Hazard Warning Flashers 0131.
gTraction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0218.
XPark Assist Switch. See Assistance
Systems for Parking or Backing 0232 (If
Equipped).
12. Driver Mode Control 0220. 13.
ALane Keep Assist (LKA)
0244 (If
Equipped).
5Hill Descent Control (HDC) 0219 (If
Equipped).
14.
hAuto Stop Disable Button. See Stop/
Start System 0206 (If Equipped).
15. Power Outlets 092.
16. Shift Switches. See Automatic
Transmission 0211.
17. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Starting
the Engine 0205.
18. Steering Wheel Controls 0137 (If
Equipped).
Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0114 orDriver Information Center
(DIC) (Midlevel) 0116 orDriver
Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel) 0119.
19. Horn 090.
20. Steering Wheel Adjustment 089.
21. Cruise Control 0221.
Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced) 0223
(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0 237 (If Equipped). Heated Steering Wheel
089 (If
Equipped).
22. Hood Release. See Hood0263.
23. Instrument Panel Illumination Control
0132 (Out of View).
Head-Up Display (HUD) 0121 (If
Equipped).
24. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp (Check
Engine Light) 0106.
25. Electric Parking Brake 0216.

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Remote Vehicle Start
If equipped, this feature allows the engine
to be started from outside of the vehicle.
/:This button will be on the remote key
if the vehicle has remote start.
The climate control system will use the
previous settings during a remote start. The
rear defog may come on during a remote
start based on cold ambient conditions. The
rear fog indicator light does not come on
during a remote start.
If the vehicle has heated or ventilated seats,
they may come on during a remote start.
See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 042.
If equipped with a remote start heated
steering wheel, the heated wheel will turn
on automatically in remote start along with
the heated seats when it is cold outside. See
Heated Steering Wheel 089.
Laws in some local communities may restrict
the use of remote starters. For example,
some laws may require a person using
remote start to have the vehicle in view.
Check local regulations for any
requirements.
Do not use remote start if the vehicle is low
on fuel as it may run out of fuel. Other conditions can affect the performance
of the remote key. See
Remote Key07.
Starting the Engine Using Remote Start
1. Press and releaseQon the remote key.
2. Immediately press and hold
/for at
least four seconds or until the turn
signal lamps flash. The turn signal lamps
flashing confirms the request to remote
start the vehicle has been received.
During the remote start the doors will be
locked and the parking lamps will remain
on as long as the engine is running.
The engine will shut off after 15 minutes
unless a time extension is done or the
vehicle is started.
3. With the remote key in the vehicle, press the brake pedal and start the
vehicle to drive.
Extending Engine Run Time
The engine run time can also be extended
by another 15 minutes, if during the first
15 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated while
the engine is still running. An extension can
be requested 30 seconds after starting. This
provides a total of 30 minutes.
The remote start can only be extended once. When the remote start is extended, the
second 15-minute period is added on to the
first 15 minutes for a total of 30 minutes.
A maximum of two remote starts, or a
remote start with an extension, are allowed
between ignition cycles.
The vehicle must be started and then turned
off before the remote start procedure can be
used again.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do any of the
following:
.Press and hold/until the parking lamps
turn off.
.Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.Turn the vehicle on and then off.
Conditions in Which Remote Start Will
Not Work
The remote start will not operate if any of
the following occur:
.A remote key is in the vehicle.
.The ignition is on.
.The hood is not closed.
.The hazard warning flashers are on.
.There is an emission control system
malfunction.

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How to Detect a Tamper Condition
IfKis pressed and the horn chirps and the
lights flash three times, the alarm was
activated while the alarm system was
armed.
If the alarm system has been activated, a
message will appear on the Driver
Information Center (DIC).
Immobilizer
See Radio Frequency Statement 0359 or
Radio Frequency Statement 0359.
Immobilizer Operation
This vehicle has a passive theft-deterrent
system.
The system does not have to be manually
armed or disarmed.
The vehicle is automatically immobilized
when the vehicle is turned off.
The immobilization system is disarmed
when the ignition is on or in accessory
mode and a valid remote key is present in
the vehicle.
The security light, in the instrument cluster,
comes on if there is a problem with arming
or disarming the theft-deterrent system.
The system has one or more remote keys
matched to an immobilizer control unit in
your vehicle. Only a correctly matched
remote key will start the vehicle. If the
remote key is ever damaged, you may not
be able to start your vehicle.
When trying to start the vehicle, the
security light may come on briefly when the
ignition is turned on.
If the engine does not start and the security
light stays on, there is a problem with the
system. Turn the ignition off and try again.
If the vehicle will not change ignition modes
(accessory mode, on, off), and the remote
key appears to be undamaged, try another
remote key. Or, you may try placing the
remote key in the remote key pocket
located in the center console. See Remote
Key Operation 07. If the ignition mode will not change with
the other remote key or in the remote key
pocket, your vehicle needs service. If the
ignition does change modes, the first
remote key may be faulty. See your dealer
who can service the theft-deterrent system
and have a new remote key programmed to
the vehicle.
It is possible for the immobilizer system to
learn new or replacement remote keys. Up
to eight remote keys can be programmed
for the vehicle. To program additional
remote keys, see
“Programming Remote
Keys to the Vehicle” underRemote Key
Operation 07.
Do not leave the remote key or device that
disarms or deactivates the theft-deterrent
system in the vehicle.
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors
{Warning
A convex mirror can make things, like
other vehicles, look farther away than
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Warning (Continued)
into the right lane, you could hit a
vehicle on the right. Check the inside
mirror or glance over your shoulder
before changing lanes.
The passenger side mirror is convex shaped.
A convex mirror surface is curved so more
can be seen from the driver seat.
Power Mirrors
To adjust a mirror: 1. Press
jor|to select the driver or
passenger side mirror. The indicator light
will illuminate. 2. Press the arrows on the control pad to
move the mirror in the desired direction.
3. Adjust each outside mirror so that a little of the vehicle and the area behind it can
be seen.
4. Press
jor|again to deselect the
mirror.
Memory Mirrors
The vehicle may have memory mirrors. See
Memory Seats 039.
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
The vehicle may have SBZA. See Side Blind
Zone Alert (SBZA) 0243.
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
The vehicle may have LCA. Lane Change
Alert (LCA) 0243.
Folding Mirrors
Manual Folding Mirrors
The mirrors can be folded inward toward
the vehicle to prevent damage when going
through an automatic car wash. Push the
mirror outward to return it to the original
position.
Power Folding Mirrors
If equipped, pressgto power fold the
mirrors. Press again to unfold.
Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors
Reset the power folding mirrors if the
mirrors:
.Are accidentally obstructed while folding.
Are accidentally manually folded/
unfolded.
.Do not stay in the unfolded position.
.Vibrate at normal driving speeds.
Fold and unfold the mirrors one time using
the mirror controls to reset them to their
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Window Lockout
This feature stops the rear passenger
windows from working.
Press
2to engage the rear window
lockout feature. The indicator light is on
when engaged.
Press
2again to disengage.
Window Express Movement
All windows can be opened without holding
the window switch. Press the switch down
fully and quickly release to express open the
window. If equipped, pull the window switch up fully
and quickly release to express close the
window.
Briefly press or pull the window switch in
the same direction to stop that window’s
express movement.
Window Automatic Reversal System
The express-close feature will reverse
window movement if it comes in contact
with an object. Extreme cold or ice could
cause the window to auto-reverse. The
window will operate normally after the
object or condition is removed.
Automatic Reversal System Override
{Warning
If automatic reversal system override is
active, the window will not reverse
automatically. You or others could be
injured and the window could be
damaged. Before using automatic reversal
system override, make sure that all
people and obstructions are clear of the
window path.
When the engine is on, override the
automatic reversal system by pulling and
holding the window switch if conditions
prevent it from closing.
Programming the Power Windows
Programming may be necessary if the
vehicle battery has been disconnected or
discharged. If the window is unable to
express-up, program each express-close
window:
1. Close all doors.
2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ ACCESSORY.
3. Partially open the window to be programmed. Then close it and continue
to pull the switch briefly after the
window has fully closed.
4. Open the window and continue to press the switch briefly after the window has
fully opened.
Remote Window Operation
If equipped, this feature allows all windows
to be opened remotely. If enabled in vehicle
personalization, press and hold
Kon the
remote key to open all windows. To view
available settings for this feature, touch the
Settings icon on the infotainment home

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Obstructions
If something has blocked the seat while
recalling a memory position, the recall may
stop. Remove the obstruction and try the
recall again. If the memory position still
does not recall, see your dealer.
Heated and Ventilated Front
Seats
{Warning
If temperature change or pain to the skin
cannot be felt, the seat heater may cause
burns. To reduce the risk of burns, use
care when using the seat heater,
especially for long periods of time. Do
not place anything on the seat that
insulates against heat, such as a blanket,
cushion, cover, or similar item. This may
cause the seat heater to overheat. An
overheated seat heater may cause a burn
or may damage the seat.Heated and Ventilated Seat Buttons Shown,Heated Seat Buttons Similar
If equipped, the buttons are near the
climate controls on the center stack. To
operate, the engine must be running.
Press
Ior+, if available, to heat the
driver or passenger seatback only.
Press
Jorzto heat the driver or
passenger cushion and seatback.
Press
Cor{, if available, to ventilate the
driver or passenger seat. A ventilated seat
has a fan that pulls or pushes air through
the seat. The air is not cooled. When a heated seat is turned on, the
indicator on button turns red. When a
ventilated seat is turned on, the indicator on
button turns blue.
Press the button once for the highest
setting. With each press of the button, the
seat will change to the next lower setting,
and then to the off setting. The indicator
lights next to the buttons indicate three for
the highest setting and one for the lowest.
If the front heated seats are on high, the
level may automatically be lowered after
approximately 30 minutes.
The passenger seat may take longer to
heat up.
Auto Heated and Ventilated Seats
If the vehicle is equipped with auto heated
or ventilated seats, and the engine is
running, this feature will automatically
activate the heated or ventilated seats at
the level required by the vehicle's interior
temperature.
The active high, medium, low, or off heated
or ventilated seat level will be indicated by
the manual heated and ventilated seat
buttons on the center stack. Use the manual
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If equipped, the buttons are on the rear of
the center console.
With the engine running, press
MorLto
heat the left or right outboard seat cushion.
On vehicles with rear climate controls, an
indicator on the climate control display
appears when this feature is on.
Press the button again to turn this feature
off. The light on the button will turn off. On
vehicles with rear climate controls, this
feature turns on at the highest setting. With
each press of the button, the heated seat
changes to the next lower setting, and then
the off setting. Three lights indicate the
highest setting, and one light indicates the lowest. If the heated seats are on high, the
level may automatically be lowered after
approximately 30 minutes.
Third Row Seats
{Warning
Using the third row seating position
while the second row is folded, or pushed
forward in the entry position, could cause
injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure
to return the seat to the passenger
seating position. Push and pull on the
seat to make sure it is locked into place.
Folding the Seatback
Caution
Folding a rear seat with the seat belts
still fastened may cause damage to the
seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle
the seat belts and return them to their
normal stowed position before folding a
rear seat.
To fold the third row seatback: 1. Remove objects on the floor in front of or on the second row seat, or in the seat
tracks on the floor. 2. If the second row seat is in the full rear
position, adjust it forward to allow the
third row seat to fold fully flat.
3. Remove anything on or under the seat.
4. Pull the strap on the seatback.
5. Push the seatback forward to lay flat.
6. Repeat for the other seatback, if necessary.
Returning the Seat to the Seating
Position
To return the seatback to the seating
position:

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{Warning
You can be seriously injured or killed if
the shoulder belt is worn behind your
back, under your legs, or wrapped around
your neck. The shoulder belt can tighten
but cannot be loosened if it is locked. The
shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all
the way out of the retractor. It unlocks
when the shoulder belt is allowed to go
all the way back into the retractor, but it
cannot do this if it is wrapped around
you. You may have to cut the seat belt if
it is locked and tightened around you.
Lap-Shoulder Belt
All seating positions in the vehicle have a
lap-shoulder belt.
The following instructions explain how to
wear a lap-shoulder belt properly.1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how,
see “Seats” in the Index.
2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt
across you. Do not let it get twisted.
The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you
pull the belt across you very quickly.
If this happens, let the belt go back
slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt
across you more slowly.
If the shoulder portion of a passenger
belt is pulled out all the way, the child
restraint locking feature may be
engaged. See Child Restraint Systems
0 68. If this occurs, let the belt go back
all the way and start again. If the
locking feature stays engaged after
letting the belt go back to stowed position on the seat, move the seat
rearward or recline the seat until the
shoulder belt retractor lock releases.
Engaging the child restraint locking
feature in the front outboard seating
position may affect the passenger
sensing system. See
Passenger Sensing
System 059.
If the webbing locks in the latch plate
before it reaches the buckle, tilt the latch
plate flat to unlock.