brake GMC CANYON 2010 Owner's Guide

Cruise Control
With cruise control, a speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph)
or more can be maintained without keeping your foot
on the accelerator. Cruise control does not work
at speeds below about 40 km/h (25 mph).
Cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set, or
if the master cylinder brake fluid level is low.
If the brakes are applied, the cruise control shuts off.
{WARNING:
Cruise control can be dangerous where you
cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not
use the cruise control on winding roads or in
heavy traffic.
Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery
roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction
can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could
lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery
roads.
If the vehicle’s StabiliTrak
®/Traction Control System
(TCS) begins to limit wheel spin while the cruise control
is on, the cruise control automatically disengages.SeeStabiliTrak
®System on page 5-6orTraction
Control System (TCS) on page 5-8. When road
conditions allow you to safely use it again, the
cruise control can be turned back on.
These controls are located at the end of the
multifunction lever.
9(Off):Turns the system off.
R(On):Turns the system on.
+ (Resume/Accelerate):Use to make the vehicle
accelerate or resume a previously set speed.
rT(Set):Press the button at the end of the lever to
set the speed.
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Setting Cruise Control
{WARNING:
If you leave your cruise control on when you are
not using cruise, you might hit a button and go
into cruise when you do not want to. You could be
startled and even lose control. Keep the cruise
control switch off until you want to use cruise
control.
1. Move the cruise control lever to on.
2. Get up to the speed desired.
3. Press
rTat the end of the lever and release it.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.This light on the instrument panel cluster comes on
while the cruise control is on.
Resuming a Set Speed
If the cruise control is set to a desired speed and then
the brake is applied, the cruise control is disengaged.
But it does not need to be reset.
Once the vehicle is going about 40 km/h (25 mph) or
more, move the cruise control switch briefly from
RtoS.
The vehicle will go right back up to your chosen
speed and stay there.
If the lever is held at resume/accelerate the vehicle
keeps going faster until the lever is released or the brake
is applied. Do not hold the lever at resume/accelerate,
unless you want the vehicle to go faster.
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Increasing Speed While Using Cruise
Control
There are two ways to go to a higher speed:
•Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed.
Press
rTat the end of the lever, then release
the button and the accelerator pedal. The vehicle
will cruise at the higher speed. If the accelerator
pedal is held longer than 60 seconds, cruise control
will turn off.
•Move the cruise lever fromRtoS. Hold it there until
the desired speed is reached, and then release the
lever. To increase the vehicle speed in very small
amounts, move the lever briefly to
S.
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise
Control
•
Press and holdrTuntil the lower speed
desired is reached, then release it.
•To slow down in very small amounts, briefly
press
rT.
Passing Another Vehicle While Using
Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed.
When you take your foot off the pedal, the vehicle
slows down to the cruise control speed you set earlier.
Using Cruise Control on Hills
How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon
the vehicle speed, load, and the steepness of the hills.
When going up steep hills, you might have to step on the
accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle speed. When
going downhill, you might have to brake or shift to a lower
gear to keep the vehicle speed down. Applying the brake
will turn off the cruise control.
Ending Cruise Control
To turn off the cruise control, do one of the following:
•Step lightly on the brake pedal.
•Move the cruise control lever to9.
•Lightly tap or press the clutch, if you have a manual
transmission.
Erasing Speed Memory
The cruise control set speed memory is erased when
the cruise control or the ignition is turned off.
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Brake System Warning Light
The vehicle’s hydraulic brake system is divided into two
parts. If one part is not working, the other part can still
work and stop the vehicle. For good braking though,
both parts need to be working well.
If the warning light comes on, there could be a brake
problem. Have the brake system inspected right away.
This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is
turned to ON/RUN. If it does not, have it fixed so it will
be ready to warn if there is a problem.When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light
comes on when the parking brake is set. SeeParking
Brake on page 3-30for more information. The light stays
on if the parking brake does not release fully. If it stays on
after the parking brake is fully released, it means there is
a brake problem.
If the light comes on while driving, pull off the road and
stop. The brake pedal might be harder to push, or it
might go closer to the floor. It can take longer to stop.
If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service.
SeeTowing Your Vehicle on page 5-41.
{WARNING:
The brake system might not be working properly if
the brake system warning light is on. Driving with
the brake system warning light on can lead to a
crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has
been pulled off the road and carefully stopped,
have the vehicle towed for service. United StatesCanada
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Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Warning Light
The Antilock Brake
System (ABS) light
comes on briefly when
the engine is started.
If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the
indicator light then goes off.
If the ABS light stays on, turn the ignition off. If the light
comes on while driving, stop as soon as it is safely
possible and turn the ignition off. Then start the engine
again to reset the system. If the ABS light stays on, or
comes on again while driving, the vehicle needs service.
If the regular brake system warning light is not on, the
vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the
regular brake system warning light is also on, the vehicle
does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with
the regular brakes. SeeBrake System Warning Light on
page 4-25.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-37for all
brake related DIC messages.
StabiliTrak®/Traction Control
System (TCS) Warning Light
The StabiliTrak and
Traction Control System
(TCS) indicator/warning
light comes on briefly while
starting the engine.
If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally
the indicator light then goes off.
The light flashes while the StabiliTrak system and TCS
are working to assist the driver with directional control
of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions.
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DIC Warnings and Messages
Messages are displayed on the DIC to notify the driver
that the status of the vehicle has changed and that some
action may be needed by the driver to correct the
condition. Multiple messages may appear one after
another. The messages are displayed for several
seconds each.
Some messages may not require immediate action, but
you should press and release the trip odometer reset
stem to acknowledge that you received the messages
and to clear them from the display. Each message must
be acknowledged individually.
Some messages cannot be cleared from the DIC
display because they are more urgent. These messages
require action before they can be cleared. You should
take any messages that appear on the display seriously
and remember that clearing the messages only makes
the messages disappear, not correct the problem.
The following are the possible messages that can be
displayed and some information about them.
AC (Air Conditioning) OFF
This message displays when the engine coolant
temperature is too high and the air conditioning in your
vehicle needs to be turned off. SeeEngine Overheating
on page 6-35andClimate Control System on page 4-16
for more information. This message displays along with
the ENG HOT message.
ABS (Antilock Brake System) FAULT
This message displays if there is a problem with the
Antilock Brake System (ABS). Check the ABS as soon as
possible and have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/
retailer. SeeBrakes on page 6-39andAntilock Brake
System (ABS) Warning Light on page 4-26for more
information. Press and release the reset stem to
acknowledge the message and clear it from the display.
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BRAKES
This message displays if there is a problem with the
brakes. Check the brakes as soon as possible and
have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer.
SeeBrakes on page 6-39andBrake System Warning
Light on page 4-25for more information. Press and
release the reset stem to acknowledge the message
and clear it from the display.
CHANGE OIL
This message displays when the oil needs to be
changed. Check the oil in your vehicle as soon as
possible and have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer. SeeEngine Oil on page 6-15and
Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-3for more
information. Press and release the reset stem to
acknowledge the message and clear it from the
display.
DOORS
This message displays when one or more of the doors
is ajar. Check all the doors on your vehicle to make
sure they are closed. The message clears from
the display after all of the doors are closed.
ENG (Engine) HOT
This message displays when the engine coolant
temperature is hot. Check the engine coolant
temperature gage. SeeEngine Coolant Temperature
Gage on page 4-27. Have your vehicle serviced by your
dealer/retailer as soon as possible if you suspect the
engine is overheating. SeeEngine Overheating on
page 6-35for more information.
FLUID
This message displays if the brake fluid is low. Check
the brake fluid as soon as possible and have your
vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. SeeBrakes
on page 6-39for more information. Press and release
the reset stem to acknowledge the message and clear
it from the display.
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FUEL CAP
This message displays if the vehicle’s fuel cap is either off
or loose. Pull over as soon as possible and check to see
if the fuel cap is secure. You may also see the check
engine light on the instrument panel cluster. If the check
engine light does come on when the fuel cap was loose,
it may take a few driving trips before the light turns off.
SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4-28for more
information if the light still remains on. Press and release
the reset stem to acknowledge the message and clear it
from the display.
LOW FUEL
This message displays if the level of fuel in the vehicle
is low. Also check the fuel gage. SeeFuel Gage on
page 4-32for more information. Refill the fuel tank
as soon as possible.
LOW TIRE
This message displays if a low tire pressure is detected
in any of the vehicle’s tires. Press and release the reset
stem to acknowledge the message and clear it from the
display. The message appears at each ignition cycle
until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure.
SeeTires on page 6-57andInation - Tire Pressure on
page 6-64for more information on tires and the correct
inflation pressures.
OIL
This message displays when the oil pressure is low.
SeeOil Pressure Light on page 4-31andEngine Oil
on page 6-15for more information.
PARK BRK (Brake)
This message displays when the parking brake is set.
SeeParking Brake on page 3-30andBrake System
Warning Light on page 4-25for more information.
The message clears from the display after the parking
brake is released or by pressing and releasing the
reset stem.
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Audio System(s)
Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the
following pages to become familiar with its features.
{WARNING:
Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods
could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to
you or others. Do not give extended attention to
entertainment tasks while driving.
This system provides access to many audio and non
audio listings.
To minimize taking your eyes off the road while driving,
do the following while the vehicle is parked:
•Become familiar with the operation and controls of
the audio system.
•Set up the tone, speaker adjustments, and preset
radio stations.
For more information, seeDefensive Driving on
page 5-2.Notice:Contact your dealer/retailer before adding
any equipment.
Adding audio or communication equipment could
interfere with the operation of the vehicle’s engine,
radio, or other systems, and could damage them.
Follow federal rules covering mobile radio and
telephone equipment.
Notice:The chime signals related to safety belts,
parking brake, and other functions of your vehicle
operate through the radio/entertainment system.
If that equipment is replaced or additional equipment
is added to your vehicle, the chimes may not
work. Make sure that replacement or additional
equipment is compatible with your vehicle before
installing it. SeeAccessories and Modifications
on page 6-3.
The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP).
With RAP, the audio system can be played even after
the ignition is turned off. SeeRetained Accessory
Power (RAP) on page 3-18for more information.
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Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle............5-2
Defensive Driving...........................................5-2
Drunk Driving.................................................5-2
Control of a Vehicle........................................5-3
Braking.........................................................5-3
Antilock Brake System (ABS)...........................5-5
Braking in Emergencies...................................5-5
StabiliTrak
®System........................................5-6
Traction Control System (TCS).........................5-8
Limited-Slip Rear Axle.....................................5-9
Steering........................................................5-9
Off-Road Recovery.......................................5-11
Passing.......................................................5-11
Loss of Control.............................................5-12
Off-Road Driving...........................................5-13
Driving at Night............................................5-25
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads..................5-26Before Leaving on a Long Trip.......................5-27
Highway Hypnosis........................................5-27
Hill and Mountain Roads................................5-28
Winter Driving..............................................5-29
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud,
Ice, or Snow.............................................5-31
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out.................5-32
Recovery Hooks...........................................5-32
Loading the Vehicle......................................5-33
Truck-Camper Loading Information..................5-40
Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab..................5-40
Towing..........................................................5-41
Towing Your Vehicle.....................................5-41
Recreational Vehicle Towing...........................5-41
Towing a Trailer...........................................5-48
Trailer Recommendations...............................5-60
Section 5 Driving Your Vehicle
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