instrument cluster GMC CANYON 2010 Owner's Manual

A.Outlet Adjustment on page 4-18.
B.Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4-4.
C.Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4-19.
D.Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4-3.
E. Passenger Side Airbag. SeeAirbag System on
page 2-64.
F.Exterior Lamps on page 4-10.Fog Lamps on page 4-12
(If Equipped).Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 4-13.
G.Parking Brake on page 3-30.
H.Horn on page 4-3.
I.StabiliTrak
®System on page 5-6andFour-Wheel
Drive on page 3-25.
J.Audio System(s) on page 4-42.K. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). SeeAshtray(s) and
Cigarette Lighter on page 4-16.
L.Climate Control System on page 4-16.
M.Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4-15.
N.Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4-23.
O.Glove Box on page 3-40.
Initial Drive Information
This section provides a brief overview about some of
the important features that may or may not be on your
specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of the
features which can be found later in this owner manual.
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To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting
Radio Data System (RDS) information, press and
hold the HR and MIN buttons at the same time until
RDS TIME displays. To accept this time, press and hold
the HR and MIN buttons, at the same time, for another
two seconds. If the time is not available from the station,
NO UPDAT (update) displays.
RDS time is broadcast once a minute. After tuning to an
RDS broadcast station, it could take a few minutes
for the time to update.
For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your
specific audio system, seeSetting the Clock on
page 4-43.
Satellite Radio
XM is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48
contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces.
XM satellite radio has a wide variety of programming
and commercial-free music, coast-to-coast, and in
digital-quality sound.
A fee is required to receive the XM service.
For more information, refer to:
•www.xmradio.com or call 1-800-929-2100 (U.S.)
•www.xmradio.ca or call 1-877-438-9677 (Canada)See “XM Satellite Radio Service” underRadio(s) on
page 4-43andXM Radio Messages on page 4-60.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
The DIC is located on the instrument panel cluster. It
displays the status of many vehicle systems and enables
some features to be personalized.
Use the trip reset stem located on the instrument panel
cluster to scroll through the available functions. For
more information, seeDIC Operation and Displays on
page 4-33.
Vehicle Personalization
Some vehicle features can be personalized through the
DIC. These features include:
•Language: English, Spanish, or French
•Automatic Door Locks
•RKE Feedback
For more information, seeDIC Operation and Displays
on page 4-33.
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StabiliTrak®
The Electronic Stability Control system assists with
directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving
conditions. The system turns on automatically every
time the vehicle is started.
•To turn off both traction control and Electronic
Stability Control, press and hold
duntildilluminates
and the appropriate DIC message is displayed.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-37.
•Press and release the button again to turn on both
systems.
For more information, seeStabiliTrak
®System on
page 5-6.
Tire Pressure Monitor
The Tire Pressure Monitor
alerts you when a
significant reduction in
pressure occurs in one or
more of the vehicle’s tires
by illuminating the low tire
pressure warning light on
the instrument cluster.
The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is
corrected. The proper tire pressures for your vehicle
are listed on the Tire and Loading Information label
located on the driver side center pillar (B pillar).
SeeLoading the Vehicle on page 5-33.
You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tire
pressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is
first started and then turn off as you drive. This may be
an early indicator that your tire pressures are getting
low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper
pressure.
Note:The Tire Pressure Monitor can alert you about
low tire pressure, but it does not replace normal monthly
tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressures.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor System on page 6-66andTire
Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6-67.
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Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life
based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message when
it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, with the engine off.
2. Press and release the stem in the lower center
of the instrument cluster until the OIL LIFE
message is displayed.
3. Once the alternating OIL LIFE and RESET
messages appear, press and hold the stem
until several beeps sound. This confirms that the oil
life system has been reset.
4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF.
SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 6-18.
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some
driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
•Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
•Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
•Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
•When road and weather conditions are appropriate,
use cruise control, if equipped.
•Always follow posted speed limits or drive more
slowly when conditions require.
•Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
•Combine several trips into a single trip.
•Replace the vehicle’s tires with the same
TPC Spec number molded into the tire’s sidewall
near the size.
•Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
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Theft-Deterrent Systems
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.
This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however,
they do not make it impossible to steal.
Content Theft-Deterrent
If your vehicle has
the Remote Keyless
Entry (RKE) system,
the vehicle has a content
theft-deterrent alarm
system.
To activate the content theft-deterrent system:
1. Close all the doors.
2. Lock the doors with the RKE transmitter.
The security light, located on the instrument panel
cluster, will flash.
If the lock button on the RKE transmitter is pressed, but
a door is open, the horn will chirp six times. Press
the lock button again, within three seconds, and the
doors will lock. Close the open door and the system will
be activated.If a locked door is not opened using the RKE transmitter,
or by OnStar
®, the pre-alarm will go off. If the engine
is not started or unlock not pressed within 10 seconds,
the front turn signal lamps will flash for two minutes,
and the horn will sound for two minutes, then will turn off
to save the battery power.
Remember, the theft-deterrent system will not activate if
you lock the doors with a key, the manual door lock,
or power door lock switch. The system can only
be activated using the RKE transmitter, or by OnStar
®.
See the OnStar Owner’s Guide for additional
information. You should also remember that you can
start your vehicle with the correct ignition key if the alarm
has been set off.
Here is how to avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
•If you do not want to activate the theft-deterrent
system, the vehicle should be locked with the
door key after the doors are closed.
•Always unlock a door with the RKE transmitter.
Unlocking a door any other way will set off the
alarm.
If you set off the alarm by accident, you can turn off the
alarm by pressing unlock on the RKE transmitter.
The alarm will not stop if you try to unlock a door any
other way.
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Ignition Positions
The ignition switch has
four different positions.
To shift out of P (Park), turn the ignition to ON/RUN and
apply the regular brake pedal.
Notice:Using a tool to force the key to turn in the
ignition could cause damage to the switch or break
the key. Use the correct key, make sure it is all the
way in, and turn it only with your hand. If the key
cannot be turned by hand, see your dealer/retailer.
(A) LOCK/OFF:This position locks the ignition. It also
locks the transmission on automatic transmission
vehicles. It locks the steering wheel on manual
transmission vehicles. The key can on be removed
in LOCK/OFF.On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the shift
lever must be in P (Park) to turn the ignition switch
to LOCK/OFF.
The steering can bind with the wheels turned off center.
If this happens, move the steering wheel from right to
left while turning the key to ACC/ACCESSORY.
If this doesn’t work, then the vehicle needs service.
(B) ACC/ACCESSORY:This is the position in which
you can operate the electrical accessories or items
plugged into the accessory power outlets. On automatic
transmission vehicles, this position unlocks the
ignition. On manual transmission vehicles, it unlocks the
ignition and steering wheel. Use this position if the
vehicle must be pushed or towed.
(C) ON/RUN:This position can be used to operate
the electrical accessories and to display some
instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights.
The switch stays in this position when the engine
is running. The transmission is also unlocked in this
position on automatic transmission vehicles.
If you leave the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or
ON/RUN position with the engine off, the battery could
be drained. You may not be able to start your vehicle
if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period
of time.
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Automatic Transmission Operation
The vehicle has a shift lever on the steering column.
It features an electronic shift position indicator within the
instrument cluster. This display is powered anytime
the shift lever is capable of being moved out of P (Park).
This means that if the ignition is turned off, but not in
LOCK/OFF, there will be a small current drain on
the battery which could discharge the battery over a
period of time. If you need to leave the key in the ignition
but not in LOCK/OFF for an extended period, it is
recommended that you disconnect the battery cable
from the battery to prevent discharging the battery.
There are several different positions for the shift lever.
P (Park):This position locks the rear wheels. It is
the best position to use when you start the engine
because the vehicle cannot move easily.
{WARNING:
It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift
lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake
firmly set. The vehicle can roll.
Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is
running unless you have to. If you have left the
engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly.
You or others could be injured. To be sure the
vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly
level ground, always set the parking brake and
move the shift lever to P (Park). SeeShifting Into
Park (Automatic Transmission) on page 3-31.
If you are pulling a trailer, seeTowing a Trailer on
page 5-48.
Make sure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) before
starting the engine. The vehicle has an automatic
transmission shift lock control system. You must fully
apply the brake pedal before you can shift from P (Park)
when the ignition key is in ON/RUN. If you cannot
shift out of P (Park), ease pressure on the shift lever by
pushing the shift lever all the way into P (Park) as
you maintain brake application. Then move the shift
lever into another gear. SeeShifting Out of Park
(Automatic Transmission) on page 3-32.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................4-3
Hazard Warning Flashers................................4-3
Horn .............................................................4-3
Tilt Wheel.....................................................4-3
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................4-4
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................4-4
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................4-5
Flash-to-Pass.................................................4-5
Windshield Wipers..........................................4-5
Windshield Washer.........................................4-6
Cruise Control................................................4-7
Exterior Lamps.............................................4-10
Headlamps on Reminder................................4-11
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................4-11
Automatic Headlamp System..........................4-12
Fog Lamps ..................................................4-12
Exterior Cargo Lamps....................................4-13
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................4-13
Dome Lamp .................................................4-13
Dome Lamp Override....................................4-14
Exit Lighting.................................................4-14
Electric Power Management...........................4-14
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................4-15
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................4-15
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................4-16Climate Controls............................................4-16
Climate Control System.................................4-16
Outlet Adjustment.........................................4-18
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators............4-18
Instrument Panel Cluster................................4-19
Speedometer and Odometer...........................4-20
Trip Odometer..............................................4-20
Tachometer.................................................4-20
Safety Belt Reminders...................................4-21
Airbag Readiness Light.................................
.4-22
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................4-23
Charging System Light..................................4-24
Up-Shift Light...............................................4-24
Brake System Warning Light..........................4-25
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light.....4-26
StabiliTrak
®/Traction Control System (TCS)
Warning Light...........................................4-26
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................4-27
Tire Pressure Light.......................................4-28
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................4-28
Oil Pressure Light.........................................4-31
Security Light...............................................4-32
Cruise Control Light......................................4-32
Highbeam On Light.......................................4-32
Fuel Gage...................................................4-32
Section 4 Instrument Panel
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Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
The lever on the left side of the steering column
includes the following:
G: Turn and Lane Change Signals
53: Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
N: Windshield Wipers
L: Windshield Washer
J: Cruise Control
Flash-to-Pass.
Information for these features is on the pages following.
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
An arrow on the instrument
panel cluster flashes in the
direction of the turn or
lane change.
Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn.
Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash
to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane
change is complete.
The lever returns to its starting position when it is
released.
If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows
flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb may be
burned out.
Have the bulbs replaced. If the bulb is not burned out,
check the fuse. For bulb replacement, seeTaillamps,
Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps on
page 6-53. For a blown fuse or circuit breaker,
seeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 6-111.
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Turn Signal On Chime
If a turn signal is left on for more than 3/4 of a mile
(1.2 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn
signal and the message TURN SIGNAL will also appear
in the DIC. To turn the chime and message off, move
the turn signal lever to the off position.
See “TURN SIGNAL” underDIC Warnings and
Messages on page 4-37for more information.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
23Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer:Push
the turn signal/multifunction lever away from you to turn
the high beams on.
Pull the lever towards you to return to low beams.
This indicator light turns on in the instrument panel
cluster when the high beam headlamps are on.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to
signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass.
It works even if the headlamps are in the automatic
position.
To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then
release it.
If the headlamps are in the automatic position or on
low beam, the high-beam headlamps will turn on.
They will stay on as long as the lever is held toward
you. The high-beam indicator on the instrument
panel cluster will come on. Release the lever to
return to normal operation.
Windshield Wipers
The windshield wiper controls are located on the
multifunction lever. They are controlled by turning
the band with this
zsymbol.
The windshield wipers work in all ignition positions,
except off. This includes the Retained Access Power
mode. SeeRetained Accessory Power (RAP) on
page 3-18.
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