GMC SAVANA 2021 Owner's Manual

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Weight Rating (GVWR) of more than
4 536 kg (10,000 lb). The Maintenance
Schedule provides information on
maintaining the noise control system to
minimize degradation of the noise emission
control system during the life of the vehicle.
The noise control system warranty is given
in the warranty manual.
These standards apply only to vehicles sold
in the United States.
TAMPERING WITH NOISE CONTROL
SYSTEM PROHIBITED
Federal law prohibits the following acts or
the causing thereof:1. The removal or rendering inoperative by any person, other than for purposes of
maintenance, repair, or replacement, of
any device or element of design
incorporated into any new vehicle for
the purpose of noise control prior to its
sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser
or while it is in use; or
2. The use of the vehicle after such device or element of design has been removed
or rendered inoperative by any person.
Among those acts presumed to constitute
tampering are the acts listed below. Insulation:
Removal of the noise shields or any
underhood insulation.
Engine:
Removal or rendering the engine speed
governor, if equipped, inoperative so as to
allow engine speed to exceed manufacturer
specifications.
Fan and Drive:
.Removal of the fan clutch, if equipped,
or rendering the clutch inoperative.
.Removal of the fan shroud, if equipped.
Air Intake:
.Removal of the air cleaner silencer.
.Modification of the air cleaner.
Exhaust:
.Removal of the muffler and/or resonator.
.Removal of the exhaust pipes and exhaust
pipe clamps.
Fuel Operated Heater (FOH) - Diesel Engine:
.Removal of the muffler.
Starter Switch Check
{Warning
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be
injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle.
2. Apply both the parking brake and the regular brake.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be
ready to turn off the engine immediately
if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in P (Park) or
N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts in any
other position, contact your dealer for
service.

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Automatic Transmission Shift Lock
Control Function Check
{Warning
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be
injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle.
It should be parked on a level surface.
2. Apply the parking brake. Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if
the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the ignition on, but do not start the engine. Without
applying the regular brake, try to move
the shift lever out of P (Park) with
normal effort. If the shift lever moves
out of P (Park), contact your dealer for
service.
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake
set, try to turn the ignition off in each shift
lever position.
.The ignition should turn to off only when
the shift lever is in P (Park).
.The ignition key should come out only
when the ignition is off.
Contact your dealer if service is required.
Park Brake and P (Park)
Mechanism Check
{Warning
When you are doing this check, the
vehicle could begin to move. You or
others could be injured and property
could be damaged. Make sure there is
room in front of the vehicle in case it
begins to roll. Be ready to apply the
regular brake at once should the vehicle
begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle
facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the
regular brake, set the parking brake.
.To check the parking brake's holding
ability: With the engine running and the
transmission in N (Neutral), slowly remove
foot pressure from the regular brake
pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held by
the parking brake only.
.To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding
ability: With the engine running, shift to
P (Park). Then release the parking brake
followed by the regular brake.
Contact your dealer if service is required.
Wiper Blade Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected
for wear and cracking. See Maintenance
Schedule 0249.
Replacement blades come in different types
and are removed in different ways. For
proper type and length, see Maintenance
Replacement Parts 0256.
Caution
Allowing the wiper arm to touch the
windshield when no wiper blade is
installed could damage the windshield.
Any damage that occurs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not
allow the wiper arm to touch the
windshield.
1. Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield.

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2. Push the release lever (2) to disengagethe hook and push the wiper arm (1) out
of the blade assembly (3).
3. Push the new blade assembly securely on the wiper arm until the release lever
clicks into place.
Windshield Replacement
Driver Assistance Systems
If the windshield needs to be replaced and
the vehicle is equipped with a front camera
sensor for the Driver Assistance Systems, a
GM replacement windshield is
recommended. The replacement windshield
must be installed according to GM
specifications for proper alignment. If it is
not, these systems may not work properly,
they may display messages, or they may
not work at all. See your dealer for proper
windshield replacement.
Headlamp Aiming
Front Headlamp Aiming
Headlamp aim has been preset and should
need no further adjustment.
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the
headlamp aim may be affected.
If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary,
see your dealer.
Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulbs,
or any bulb changing procedure not listed in
this section, contact your dealer.
Caution
Do not replace incandescent bulbs with
aftermarket LED replacement bulbs. This
can cause damage to the vehicle electrical
system.
Halogen Bulbs
{Warning
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside
and can burst if you drop or scratch the
bulb. You or others could be injured. Be
sure to read and follow the instructions
on the bulb package.
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker,
and Parking Lamps
1. Front Parking and Turn Signal Lamp
2. Front Sidemarker Lamp
To replace the front turn signal, sidemarker,
and/or parking lamp bulb(s):

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1. Use a small tool to unlatch the outboardclip on the lamp by pushing inboard and
prying the lamp assembly forward.
2. Remove the lamp from the grille.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise one-quarter turn and remove it from the
lamp assembly.
4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pulling it straight out.
5. Replace the bulb.
6. Turn the bulb socket clockwise to reinstall it in the lamp assembly.
7. Reinstall the lamp assembly into the grille until the outboard clip snaps into
place.
Taillamps
To replace a taillamp/turn signal lamp or
back-up lamp bulb:
1. Remove the two inboard nuts from theinside of the taillamp assembly.
2. The third nut (3) is under the appliquepiece (2) above the lamp. Remove the
two inboard applique nuts. Pull the
applique (2) straight rearward slightly to
clear the studs. Then rotate the
applique (2) just far enough to gain
access to the outer push pins (1).
3. Carefully disconnect the push pins (1) from the applique bracket.
4. Remove the third nut (3) from the upper outboard side of the lamp.
5. Remove the taillamp assembly from the vehicle.

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6. Remove the taillamp/turn signal lamp (1)or back-up lamp (2) bulb socket by
turning it counterclockwise one-quarter
turn and pulling it out of the lamp
assembly.
7. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
8. Push the new bulb into the socket.
9. Reinstall the bulb socket by turning it clockwise into the lamp assembly.
10. Reverse Steps 1–5 to reinstall the taillamp assembly and applique.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL)
The Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
is above the rear doors at the center of the
vehicle.
To replace a bulb:
1. Remove the two screws from the CHMSLassembly.
2. Remove the CHMSL assembly.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise one-quarter turn to remove it from the
lamp assembly.
4. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket and push the new bulb into the
socket.
5. Turn the bulb socket clockwise one-quarter turn to install it in the lamp
assembly.
6. Reinstall the CHMSL assembly and two screws.
Do not block or damage the CHMSL when
items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle.
License Plate Lamp
1. Bulb Socket
2. License Plate Bulb Assembly
3. Screws
To replace one of these bulbs: 1. Remove the screws (3) that secure the license plate bulb assembly (2).
2. Turn the bulb socket (1) counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.
3. Install the new bulb.
4. Reverse Steps 1 and 2 to reinstall the license plate bulb assembly.

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Electrical System
Electrical System Overload
The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to
protect against an electrical system
overload.
When the current electrical load is too
heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes,
protecting the circuit until the current load
returns to normal or the problem is fixed.
This greatly reduces the chance of circuit
overload and fire caused by electrical
problems.
Fuses and circuit breakers protect power
devices in the vehicle.
Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the
identical size and rating.
If there is a problem on the road and a fuse
needs to be replaced, the same amperage
fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature
of the vehicle that is not needed to use and
replace it as soon as possible.
Headlamp Wiring
An electrical overload may cause the lamps
to go on and off, or in some cases to
remain off. Have the headlamp wiring
checked right away if the lamps go on and
off or remain off.
Windshield Wipers
If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy
snow or ice, the windshield wipers will stop
until the motor cools and will then restart.
Although the circuit is protected from
electrical overload, overload due to heavy
snow or ice may cause wiper linkage
damage. Always clear ice and heavy snow
from the windshield before using the
windshield wipers.
If the overload is caused by an electrical
problem and not snow or ice, be sure to get
it fixed.
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are
protected from short circuits by a
combination of fuses and circuit breakers.
This greatly reduces the chance of damage
caused by electrical problems.
{Danger
Fuses and circuit breakers are marked
with their ampere rating. Do not exceed
the specified amperage rating when
replacing fuses and circuit breakers. Use
of an oversized fuse or circuit breaker can
result in a vehicle fire. You and others
could be seriously injured or killed.
{Warning
Installation or use of fuses that do not
meet GM’s original fuse specifications is
dangerous. The fuses could fail, and result
in a fire. You or others could be injured
or killed, and the vehicle could be
damaged.
See Accessories and Modifications 0178 and
General Information 0178.
To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored
band inside the fuse. If the band is broken
or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure to
replace a bad fuse with a new one of the
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Fuses of the same amperage can be
temporarily borrowed from another fuse
location, if a fuse goes out. Replace the fuse
as soon as possible.
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
The fuse block is in the engine compartment
on the driver side of the vehicle.
Vehicles with Upfitter Content
See www.gmupfitter.com for upfitter
provisions and best practices.
Caution
Spilling liquid on any electrical
component on the vehicle may damage
it. Always keep the covers on any
electrical component.
The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.

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FusesUsage
1 ABS motor
2 ABS module
3 Right trailer stoplamp/ Turn signal lamp
4 –
5 –
6 Fuel system control module/Ignition
7 Body control module 5
8 Body control module 7
9 Body control module 4
10 Instrument cluster 11 Trailer wiring
12 –
13 Interior rear vision camera module
14 Windshield washer
16 Horn 17 Transmission
18 A/C Fuses
Usage
19 Engine control module battery
20 Left stop/turn cutaway lamp
21 Left stop/turn trailer lamp
22 Right stop/turn cutaway lamp
23 NOX Sensor (Diesel only)
24 Fuel pump 25 Auxiliary power outlet
26 Body control module 3 27 Special equipment option
28 Airbag
29 Steering wheel sensor
30 Engine control module ignition
31 Transmission control module Ignition
32 Transmission control module 1 battery Fuses
Usage
33 Rear parking aid module
34 NOX Sensor (Diesel only)
35 Fuel heater control module (Diesel only)
36 Fuel system control module battery
41 Transmission control module 2, battery
signal
42 Trailer wiring
43 Electro viscous fan clutch (Diesel only)
44 Starter solenoid 45 Engine control module, powertrain signal 2
46 DC-AC inverter 47 –
51 Left high-beam headlamp
52 Right high-beam headlamp

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FusesUsage
53 Left low-beam headlamp
54 Right low-beam headlamp
55 Wipers
56 Canister vent solenoid
58 Body control module 2
59 Body control module 1 61 Engine oil solenoid/ Crankcase vent heater
(Diesel only)
62 O2 sensor 2
63 –
64 Mass airflow/ Canister vent
65 Ignition coils/injectors - odd
66 Daytime running lamps 2
67 Daytime running lamps 1
68 Auxiliary stoplamps Fuses
Usage
69 External power for trailer
70 Upfitter stoplamps 71 Fuel heater/FlexFuel sensor
72 Body control module 6
73 Lighter/Data link connector
74 Front blower 75 Engine control module
76 Soot sensors (Diesel only)
77 O2 sensor 1
78 Engine control module/ Powertrain signal 1
79 Ignition coils/injectors - even
Relays Usage
15 Run/Crank
37 NOX Sensor (Diesel only) Relays
Usage
38 Fuel pump
39 Crank
40 A/C compressor 48 Electro viscous fan clutch (Diesel only)
49 Powertrain 50 –
57 –
60 –
Auxiliary Fuse Block

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This component is near the fuse block in the
engine compartmentFuses Usage
MR-1 Upfitter 1
MR-2 Upfitter 2
MR-3 Upfitter power control
Relays Usage
MR Rel 1 Upfitter 1
MR Rel 2 Upfitter 2
Mega Fuse Holder
Fuse Usage
1 Starter motor
Floor Console Fuse Block
The floor console fuse block is under the driver seat. The
vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.