GMC ENVOY DENALI 2008 Owners Manual

SERVICE TIRE MONITOR
This message displays if a part on the Tire Pressure
Monitor System (TPMS) is not working properly. The tire
pressure light also ashes and then remains on during
the same ignition cycle. SeeTire Pressure Light on
page 3-41. Several conditions may cause this message
to appear. SeeTire Pressure Monitor Operation on
page 5-69for more information. If the warning comes on
and stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS.
See your dealer/retailer.
STABILITRAK ACTIVE
This message displays anytime the StabiliTrak®system
activates to maintain vehicle stability. Any combination
of engine speed management, brake traction control,
and stability control displays this message.
STABILITRAK NOT READY
This message may display if driving conditions delay
StabiliTrak®system initialization. This is normal.
Once the system initializes, this message will no
longer be displayed on the DIC.
STABILITRAK OFF
This message displays when you press the StabiliTrak®
button for more than ve seconds or when stability control
has been automatically disabled. The StabiliTrak®button
is located on the transmission shift handle. To limit
wheel spin and realize the full benets of the stability
enhancement system, you should normally leave
StabiliTrak
®on. However, you should turn StabiliTrak®off
if your vehicle gets stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow and
you want to rock your vehicle to attempt to free it, or if you
are driving in extreme off-road conditions and require
more wheel spin. SeeIf Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand,
Mud, Ice, or Snow on page 4-33. To turn the StabiliTrak
®
system back on, press the StabiliTrak®button again.
There are several conditions that can cause this
message to appear.
The message may display if the brake system
warning light is on. SeeBrake System Warning
Light on page 3-38.
The message displays if the vehicle is shifted
into 4LO.
The message turns off as soon as the conditions that
caused the message to be displayed are no longer
present.
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TIGHTEN FUEL CAP
This message may display and a chime may sound if
the vehicle’s fuel cap is not tightened properly. Fully
reinstall the fuel cap. SeeFilling the Tank on page 5-8.
The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap
has been left off or improperly installed. A loose
or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the
atmosphere. This message remains on until it is
manually cleared from the DIC display. The DIC
message is also cancelled if the ignition is turned off.
The DIC message and the Service Engine Soon
light may come on again during a second trip if the
fuel cap is still not tightened properly. SeeMalfunction
Indicator Lamp on page 3-41for more information.
TRACTION CONTROL OFF
This message displays when you momentarily press
the StabiliTrak®button located on the transmission
shift handle. In this mode, stability control and the
brake-traction control are functional. Engine speed
management will be modied and the driven wheels
can spin more freely. For more details on this mode,
seeStabiliTrak
®System on page 4-6.
TURN SIGNAL ON
This message displays and a chime sounds if a turn
signal is left on for 3/4 of a mile (1.2 km). Move the turn
signal/multifunction lever to the off position.
DIC Vehicle Customization
Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that
allow you to program some features to one setting
based on your preference. All of the customizable
options listed may not be available on your vehicle.
Only the options available display on the Driver
Information Center (DIC).
The default settings for the customization features were
set when your vehicle left the factory, but may have
been changed from their default state since then.
To change feature preferences, make sure the ignition
is on and the vehicle is in PARK (P). To avoid excessive
drain on the battery, it is recommended that the
headlamps are turned off.
Press the customization button to scroll through the
available customizable options.
After pressing the customization button, VEHICLE
SETTINGS momentarily displays before going to a
customization option.
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Lock Doors
Press the customization button until LOCK DOORS: IN
GEAR appears in the display. To select your preference
for automatic locking, press the select button while LOCK
DOORS: IN GEAR is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the
select button will scroll through the following settings:
LOCK DOORS: IN GEAR (default):The doors will lock
when the vehicle is shifted out of PARK (P).
LOCK DOORS: WITH SPEED:The doors will lock
when the vehicle speed is above 8 mph (13 km/h) for
three seconds.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press the customization button while the desired setting
is displayed on the DIC.
SeeProgrammable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-9
for more information.
Unlock Doors
Press the customization button until UNLOCK DOORS:
IN PARK appears in the display. To select your
preference for automatic unlocking, press the select
button while UNLOCK DOORS: IN PARK is displayed
on the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through
the following settings:
UNLOCK DOORS: IN PARK (default):All of the doors
will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P).
UNLOCK DRIVER: IN PARK:The driver’s door will be
unlocked when the vehicle is shifted into PARK (P).
UNLOCK DOORS: KEY OUT:All of the doors
will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition.
UNLOCK DOORS: MANUALLY:The doors will not be
unlocked automatically.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press the customization button while the desired setting
is displayed on the DIC.
SeeProgrammable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-9
for more information.
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Lock Feedback
Press the customization button until LOCK FEEDBACK:
BOTH appears in the display. To select your preference
for the feedback you receive when locking the vehicle
with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, press
the select button while LOCK FEEDBACK: BOTH is
displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button
will scroll through the following settings:
LOCK FEEDBACK: BOTH (default):The parking
lamps will ash each time you press the button with the
lock symbol on the RKE transmitter and the horn will
chirp the second time you press the lock button.
LOCK FEEDBACK: OFF:There will be no feedback
when locking the vehicle.
LOCK FEEDBACK: LAMPS:The parking lamps will
ash each time you press the button with the lock
symbol on the RKE transmitter.
LOCK FEEDBACK: HORN:The horn will chirp the
second time you press the button with the lock symbol
on the RKE transmitter.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press the customization button while the desired setting
is displayed on the DIC.
Unlock Feedback
Press the customization button until UNLOCK
FEEDBACK: LAMPS appears in the display. To select
your preference for the feedback you will receive when
unlocking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) transmitter, press the select button while UNLOCK
FEEDBACK: LAMPS is displayed on the DIC. Pressing
the select button will scroll through the following settings:
UNLOCK FEEDBACK: LAMPS (default):The parking
lamps will ash each time you press the button with
the unlock symbol on the RKE transmitter.
UNLOCK FEEDBACK: HORN:The horn will chirp
the second time you press the button with the unlock
symbol on the RKE transmitter.
UNLOCK FEEDBACK: BOTH:The parking lamps will
ash each time you press the button with the unlock
symbol on the RKE transmitter and the horn will
chirp the second time you press the unlock button.
UNLOCK FEEDBACK: OFF:There will be no feedback
when unlocking the vehicle.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press the customization button while the desired setting
is displayed on the DIC.
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Headlamp Delay
Press the customization button until HEADLAMP DELAY:
10 SEC appears in the display. To select your preference
for how long the headlamps will stay on after you turn off
the vehicle, press the select button while HEADLAMP
DELAY: 10 SEC is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the
select button will scroll through the following settings:
HEADLAMP DELAY: 10 SEC (Seconds) (default):
The headlamps will stay on for 10 seconds.
HEADLAMP DELAY: 20 SEC:The headlamps will stay
on for 20 seconds.
HEADLAMP DELAY: 40 SEC:The headlamps will stay
on for 40 seconds.
HEADLAMP DELAY: 1 MIN (Minute):The headlamps
will stay on for 1 minute.
HEADLAMP DELAY: 2 MIN:The headlamps will stay
on for 2 minutes.
HEADLAMP DELAY: 3 MIN:The headlamps will stay
on for 3 minutes.
HEADLAMP DELAY: OFF:The headlamps will not
turn on.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press the customization button while the desired setting
is displayed on the DIC.
Perimeter Lights
Press the customization button until PERIMETER
LIGHTS: ON appears in the display. To select your
preference for perimeter lighting, press the select button
while PERIMETER LIGHTS: ON is displayed on the
DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through
the following settings:
PERIMETER LIGHTS: ON (default):The headlamps
and back-up lamps will come on for 40 seconds, if
it is dark enough outside, when you unlock the vehicle
with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
PERIMETER LIGHTS: OFF:The perimeter lights will
not come on when you unlock the vehicle with the RKE
transmitter.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press the customization button while the desired setting
is displayed on the DIC.
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Easy Exit Seat
Press the customization button until EASY EXIT SEAT:
OFF appears in the display. To select your preference
for seat position exit, press the select button while EASY
EXIT SEAT: OFF is displayed on the DIC. Pressing
the select button will scroll through the following settings:
EASY EXIT SEAT: OFF (default):No seat exit recall
will occur.
EASY EXIT SEAT: ON:The driver’s seat will move to
the exit position when the key is removed from the
ignition.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press the customization button while the desired setting
is displayed on the DIC.
See “Easy Exit Seat” underMemory Seat, Mirrors, and
Pedals on page 1-5for more information.
Seat Recall
Press the customization button until SEAT RECALL:
OFF appears in the display. To select your preference
for recall of the driver’s memory seat and adjustable
pedals, if your vehicle has this feature, press the select
button while SEAT RECALL: OFF is displayed on
the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll through
the following settings:
SEAT RECALL: OFF (default):The driver’s memory
seat and adjustable pedals position you saved will
only be recalled when the memory button 1 or 2
is pressed.
SEAT RECALL: AT KEY IN:The driver’s memory
seat and adjustable pedals position you saved will
be recalled when you put the key in the ignition.
SEAT RECALL: ON REMOTE:The driver’s memory
seat and adjustable pedals position you saved will
be recalled when you unlock the vehicle with the
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press the customization button while the desired setting
is displayed on the DIC.
SeeMemory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals on page 1-5for
more information.
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Curb View
Press the customization button until CURB VIEW: OFF
appears in the display. To select your preference for
curb view, press the select button while CURB VIEW:
OFF is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button
will scroll through the following settings:
CURB VIEW: OFF (default):The passenger’s outside
mirror will not be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted
into REVERSE (R).
CURB VIEW: PASSENGER:The passenger’s outside
mirror will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted
into REVERSE (R).
When the vehicle is placed in PARK (P) or in any
forward gear, the mirror will return to the normal driving
position, following a short delay.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press the customization button while the desired setting
is displayed on the DIC.
SeeOutside Curb View Assist Mirror on page 2-47for
more information.
Alarm Warning
Press the customization button until ALARM WARNING:
BOTH appears in the display. To select your preference
for alarm warning, press the select button while ALARM
WARNING: BOTH is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the
select button will scroll through the following settings:
ALARM WARNING: BOTH (default):The headlamps
will ash and the horn will chirp when the alarm is active.
ALARM WARNING: HORN:The horn will chirp when
the alarm is active.
ALARM WARNING: LAMPS:The headlamps will ash
when the alarm is active.
ALARM WARNING: OFF:There will be no alarm
warning on activation.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press the customization button while the desired setting
is displayed on the DIC.
SeeContent Theft-Deterrent on page 2-16for more
information.
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Language
Press the customization button until LANGUAGE:
ENGLISH appears in the display. To select your
preference for display language, press the select button
while LANGUAGE: ENGLISH is displayed on the DIC.
Pressing the select button will scroll through the following
settings:
ENGLISH (default):All messages will appear in
English.
FRANCAIS:All messages will appear in French.
ESPANOL:All messages will appear in Spanish.
To select a setting and move on to the next feature,
press the customization button while the desired setting
is displayed on the DIC.
If you accidentally choose a language that you do not
want or understand, press and hold the customization
button and the trip information button at the same time.
The DIC will begin scrolling through the languages in their
particular language. English will be in English, Francais
will be in French, and Espanol will be in Spanish. When
you see the language that you would like, release both
buttons. The DIC will then display the information in the
language you chose.
You can also scroll through the different languages
by pressing and holding the trip reset stem for
four seconds, as long as you are in the odometer mode.
Units
Press the customization button until UNITS: U.S.
(ENGLISH) appears in the display. To select the units
of measurement in which the DIC will display vehicle
information, press the select button while UNITS: U.S.
(ENGLISH) is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select
button will scroll through the following settings:
UNITS: U.S. (ENGLISH) (default):All information will
be displayed in English units.
UNITS: METRIC (km/L):All information will be
displayed in metric units.
UNITS: METRIC (L/100 km):All information will be
displayed in metric units.
To select a setting and exit out of the customizable
options, press the customization button while the desired
setting is displayed on the DIC.
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Audio System(s)
Determine which radio your vehicle has and then read the
pages following to familiarize yourself with its features.
{CAUTION:
This system provides you with far greater
access to audio stations and song listings.
Giving extended attention to entertainment
tasks while driving can cause a crash and you
or others can be injured or killed. Always keep
your eyes on the road and your mind on the
drive — avoid engaging in extended searching
while driving.
Keeping your mind on the drive is important for
safe driving. SeeDefensive Driving on page 4-2.
Here are some ways in which you can help avoid
distraction while driving.
While your vehicle is parked:
Familiarize yourself with all of its controls.
Familiarize yourself with its operation.
Set up your audio system by presetting your
favorite radio stations, setting the tone, and
adjusting the speakers. Then, when driving
conditions permit, you can tune to your favorite
radio stations using the presets and steering
wheel controls if the vehicle has them.
Notice:Before adding any sound equipment to
your vehicle, such as an audio system, CD player,
CB radio, mobile telephone, or two-way radio, make
sure that it can be added by checking with your
dealer/retailer. Also, check federal rules covering
mobile radio and telephone units. If sound equipment
can be added, it is very important to do it properly.
Added sound equipment may interfere with the
operation of your vehicle’s engine, radio, or other
systems, and even damage them. Your vehicle’s
systems may interfere with the operation of sound
equipment that has been added.
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 5-3.
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Your vehicle may have a feature called 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 2-22
for more information.
Setting the Clock
The radio may have a button marked with an H or HR to
represent hours and an M or MN to represent minutes.
Press and hold the hour button until the correct hour
displays. AM or PM displays for morning or evening
hours. Press and hold the minute button until the correct
minute displays. The time can be set with the ignition
on or off.
To synchronize the time with an FM station broadcasting
Radio Data System (RDS) information, press and hold
the hour and minute buttons at the same time until
UPDATED and the clock symbol appear on the display.
If the time is not available from the station, NO UPDATE
or NO UPDAT will appear on the display.
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.
Radio(s)
Base Radio Shown, Bose®Similar
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