technical data GMC SAVANA 2021 Owner's Manual

GMC Savana Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-14583543) -
2021 - crc - 11/25/20
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 278
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Introduction
The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle
model names, and vehicle body designs
appearing in this manual including, but not
limited to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the GMC
Truck Emblem, and SAVANA are trademarks
and/or service marks of General Motors LLC,
its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute
the name“General Motors of Canada
Company” for GMC wherever it appears in
this manual.
This manual describes features that may or
may not be on the vehicle because of
optional equipment that was not purchased
on the vehicle, model variants, country
specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes
subsequent to the printing of this owner’s
manual.
If the vehicle has the Duramax Diesel
engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement
for additional and specific information on
this engine.
Refer to the purchase documentation
relating to your specific vehicle to confirm
the features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick
reference.
Canadian Vehicle Owners
A French language manual can be obtained
from your dealer, at www.helminc.com,
or from:
Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide
en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à
l'adresse suivante:
Litho in U.S.A.
Part No. 84401537 C Third Printing©2020 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.

GMC Savana Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-14583543) -
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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 258
Service Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . 258
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
This legal identifier is in the front corner of
the instrument panel, on the driver side of
the vehicle. It can be seen through the
windshield from outside. The Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) also appears on
the Vehicle Certification label and certificates
of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the VIN is the
engine code. This code identifies the
vehicle's engine, specifications, and
replacement parts. See“Engine
Specifications” underCapacities and
Specifications 0258 for the vehicle's
engine code.
Service Parts Identification
There may be a large barcode on the
certification label on the rear edge of the
driver side front door that you can scan for
the following information:
.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
.Model designation
.Paint information
.Production options
If there is not a large barcode on this label,
then you will find this same information on
the rear edge of the passenger side
front door.
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the
Duramax diesel supplement for more
information.
The following approximate capacities are
given in metric and English conversions. See
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0255
for more information.

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Technical Data 259
ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood. See your dealerfor more information.
Engine Cooling System without Rear Heat*
I4.3L V6 Engine 10.1 L 10.7 qt
I6.6L V8 Engine 11.9 L 12.6 qt
Engine Cooling System with Rear Heat* I4.3L V6 Engine 12.4 L 13.1 qt
I6.6L V8 Engine 14.2 L 15.0 qt
*Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its components.
Engine Oil with Filter I4.3L V6 Engine 5.7 L 6.0 qt
I6.6L V8 Engine 7.7 L 8.0 qt

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ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
Fuel Tank
ICutaway (Optional Tank)* 215.7 L
57.0 gal
ICutaway (Standard Tank) 121.1 L
32.0 gal
IPassenger and Cargo 117.3 L
31.0 gal
* 4 039 mm (159 in) wheelbase or 4 496 mm (177 in) wheelbase only
Wheel Nut Torque 190Y 140 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level
after filling.
Engine Specifications
Engine VIN CodeTransmission Spark Plug Gap
4.3L V6 (LV1) PAutomatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–0.043 in)
6.6L V8 (L8T) 7Automatic 0.95–1.10 mm (0.037–0.043 in)
Spark plug gaps are preset by the manufacturer. Re-gapping the spark plug is not recommended and can damage the spark plug.

GMC Savana Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-14583543) -
2021 - crc - 7/10/20
Technical Data 261
Engine Drive Belt Routing
4.3L V6 Engine (LV1)
6.6L V8 Engine (L8T)
If equipped with a diesel engine, see the
Duramax diesel supplement.