tow bar GMC CANYON 2010 Owner's Manual

Maintenance When Trailer Towing
The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a
trailer. SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 7-3or the
Index for more information. Things that are especially
important in trailer operation are automatic transmission
fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system
and brake system. It is a good idea to inspect
these before and during the trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts
are tight.
Trailer Wiring Harness
The vehicle may be equipped with a four-pin trailer
towing harness. This harness has a four-pin trailer
connector that is attached to a bracket on the hitch
platform. The four-wire harness contains the following
trailer circuits:
•Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal
•Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal
•Brown: Taillamps/Park lamps
•White: Ground
Trailer Recommendations
Subtract the hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating
(CWR). CWR is the maximum weight of the load
the vehicle can carry. It does not include the weight of
the people inside, but you can figure about 150 lbs.
(68 kg) for each passenger. The total cargo load must
not be more than the vehicles CWR.
Weigh the vehicle with the trailer attached, so the
GVWR or GAWR are not exceeded. If using a
weight-distributing hitch, weigh the vehicle without the
spring bars in place.
The best performance is obtained by correctly spreading
out the weight of the load and choosing the correct
hitch and trailer brakes.
For more information seeTowing a Trailer on page 5-48.
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Notice:Using abrasive cleaners when cleaning
glass surfaces on the vehicle, could scratch
the glass and/or cause damage to the rear window
defogger. When cleaning the glass on the vehicle,
use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner.
Many cleaners contain solvents that may become
concentrated in the vehicle’s breathing space. Before
using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions
on the label. While cleaning the vehicle’s interior,
maintain adequate ventilation by opening the vehicle’s
doors and windows.
Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs
using a small brush with soft bristles.
Products that remove odors from the vehicle’s
upholstery and clean the vehicle’s glass can be
obtained from your dealer/retailer.
Do not clean the vehicle using:
•A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil
from any interior surface.
•A stiff brush. It can cause damage to the vehicle’s
interior surfaces.
•Heavy pressure or aggressive rubbing with a
cleaning cloth. Use of heavy pressure can damage
the interior and does not improve the effectiveness
of soil removal.
•Laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with
degreasers can leave residue that streaks and
attracts dirt. For liquid cleaners, about 20 drops
per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide.
Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps.
•Too much cleaner that saturates the upholstery.
•Organic solvents such as naptha, alcohol, etc. that
can damage the vehicle’s interior.
Fabric/Carpet
Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment
frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister
vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only
be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats.
For any soil, always try to remove it first with plain
water or club soda. Before cleaning, gently remove
as much of the soil as possible using one of the
following techniques:
•For liquids: gently blot the remaining soil with a
paper towel. Allow the soil to absorb into the
paper towel until no more can be removed.
•For solid dry soils: remove as much as possible
and then vacuum.
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Locks
Door ........................................................... 3-5
Lockout Protection......................................... 3-7
Power Door .................................................. 3-6
Programmable Automatic Door Locks............... 3-6
Rear Door Security Locks............................... 3-7
Loss of Control...............................................5-12
LOW FUEL ....................................................4-39
LOW TIRE .....................................................4-39
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children.............2-46
Lumbar
Manual Controls............................................ 2-3
Power Controls............................................. 2-4
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Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Record....................................7-14
Maintenance Replacement Parts....................7-12
Owner Checks and Services........................... 7-8
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............7-10
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 7-3
Maintenance When Trailer Towing.....................5-60
MaintenanceI.................................................. 7-3
MaintenanceII................................................. 7-4
Making Turns.................................................5-57
Malfunction Indicator Lamp...............................4-28
Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process....8-14Manual Door Locks........................................... 1-4
Manual Lumbar Controls.................................... 2-3
Manual Reclining Seatbacks............................... 2-5
Manual Seats............................................1-7, 2-2
Manual Transmission
Fluid..........................................................6-25
Operation...................................................3-23
Manual Windows......................................1-6, 3-10
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................4-37
Mexico, Central America and Caribbean Islands/
Countries (Except Puerto Rico and
U.S. Virgin Islands)....................................... 8-6
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview........................3-36
Manual Rearview.........................................3-36
Outside Convex Mirror.................................3-39
Outside Manual Mirrors................................3-38
Outside Power Mirrors..................................3-38
MP3 .............................................................4-56
MP3/WMA CD-R Disc ......................................4-56
My GM Canada (Canada) — www.gm.ca............. 8-5
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New Vehicle Break-In......................................3-16
Non-RDS Radios............................................4-61
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