ignition GMC SAVANA 2022 Repair Manual

GMC Savana Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-15555961) -
2022 - CRC - 4/14/22
246 Service and Maintenance
help the longevity and efficient operation of
the air conditioning system. This service can
be complex. See your dealer.
Tire Rotation and Required Services
Every 12 000 km (7,500 mi)
Rotate the tires, if recommended for the
vehicle, and perform the following services.
SeeTire Rotation 0215.
.Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed, change engine
oil and filter, and reset oil life system.
See Engine Oil 0179 and
Engine Oil Life System 0181.
.Check engine coolant level. See Cooling
System 0183.
.Check windshield washer fluid level. See
Washer Fluid 0189.
.Check tire inflation pressures, including
the spare. See Tire Pressure0211.
.Inspect tire wear. See Tire Inspection
0 215.
.Visually check for fluid leaks.
.Inspect engine air cleaner filter. See
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0182.
.Inspect brake system. See Exterior Care
0 236.
.Visually inspect steering, suspension, and
chassis components for damage, including
cracks or tears in the rubber boots, loose
or missing parts, or signs of wear at least
once a year. See Exterior Care0236.
.Inspect power steering for proper
attachment, connections, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc.
.Visually inspect halfshafts and drive
shafts for excessive wear, lubricant leaks,
and/or damage including: tube dents or
cracks, constant velocity joint or universal
joint looseness, cracked or missing boots,
loose or missing boot clamps, center
bearing excessive looseness, loose or
missing fasteners, and axle seal leaks.
.Check restraint system components. See
Safety System Check 036.
.Visually inspect the fuel system including
the evaporative (EVAP) system for
damage or leaks. Visually check all fuel
pipes, vapor lines, and hoses for proper
attachment, connection, routing, and
condition.
.Visually inspect exhaust system and
nearby heat shields for loose or damaged
parts.
.Lubricate body components. See Exterior
Care 0236.
.Check starter switch. See Starter Switch
Check 0194.
.Check automatic transmission shift lock
control function. See Automatic
Transmission Shift Lock Control Function
Check 0194.
.Check ignition transmission lock. See
Ignition Transmission Lock Check 0194.
.Check parking brake and automatic
transmission park mechanism. See Park
Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
0 194.
.Check accelerator pedal for damage, high
effort, or binding. Replace if needed.
.Lubricate the steering linkage (greasable
joints). See Normal and Severe
Maintenance Schedules. For severe
commercial use vehicles, see Special
Application Services 0248.
.Visually inspect the spare tire to ensure
that it is tightly stowed under the vehicle.
Push, pull, and try to turn the tire. If the
spare tire moves, tighten as necessary.
See Tire Changing 0223.

GMC Savana Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-15555961) -
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270 OnStar
Or
.Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation voice
commands.
.Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi hotspot
name or SSID and password, if equipped.
Press
Qto connect to an Advisor to:
.Verify account information or update
contact information.
.Get driving directions.
.Receive a Diagnostic check of the vehicle's
key operating systems.
.Receive Roadside Assistance.
.Manage Wi-Fi Settings, if equipped.
Press
>to get a priority connection to an
OnStar Advisor available 24/7 to:
.Get help for an emergency.
.Be a Good Samaritan or respond to an
AMBER Alert.
.Get assistance in severe weather or other
crisis situations and find evacuation
routes.
OnStar Services
Emergency
Emergency Services require an active safety
and security plan. With Automatic Crash
Response, built-in sensors can automatically
alert a specially trained OnStar Advisor who
is immediately connected in to the vehicle
to help.
Press
>for a priority connection to an
OnStar Advisor who can contact emergency
service providers, direct them to your exact
location, and relay important information.
With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially trained
Advisors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week, to provide a central point of
contact, assistance, and information during a
crisis.
With Roadside Assistance, Advisors can
locate a nearby service provider to help with
a flat tire, a battery jump, or an empty
gas tank.
Security
If equipped, OnStar provides these services:
.With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, OnStar
Advisors can use GPS to pinpoint the
vehicle and help authorities quickly
recover it.
.With Remote Ignition Block, if equipped,
OnStar can block the vehicle from being
restarted.
.With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown,
if equipped, OnStar can work with law
enforcement to gradually slow the
vehicle down.
Theft Alarm Notification
If equipped, if the doors are locked and the
vehicle alarm sounds, a notification by text,
e-mail, or phone call will be sent. If the
vehicle is stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work
with authorities to recover the vehicle.
OnStar Additional
Information
In-Vehicle Audio Messages
Audio messages may play important
information at the following times:
.Prior to vehicle purchase. PressQto set
up an account.

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OnStar Personal Identification
Number (PIN)
A PIN is needed to access some OnStar
services. The PIN will need to be changed
the first time when speaking with an
Advisor. To change the OnStar PIN, contact
an OnStar Advisor by pressing
Qor calling
1-888-4ONSTAR.
Warranty
OnStar equipment may be warranted as part
of the vehicle warranty.
Languages
The vehicle can be programmed to respond
in multiple languages. Press
Qand ask for
an Advisor. Advisors are available in English,
Spanish, and French. Available languages
may vary by country.
Potential Issues
OnStar cannot perform Remote Door Unlock
or Stolen Vehicle Assistance after the vehicle
has been off continuously for an extended
period of time without an ignition cycle. To
find out the duration of time that applies
for the vehicle, contact an OnStar Advisor by
pressing
Qor calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. If the
vehicle has not been started for an extended period of time, OnStar can contact Roadside
Assistance or a locksmith to help gain access
to the vehicle.
Global Positioning System (GPS)
.Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a
large city with tall buildings; in parking
garages; around airports; in tunnels and
underpasses; or in an area with very
dense trees. If GPS signals are not
available, the OnStar system should still
operate to call OnStar. However, OnStar
could have difficulty identifying the exact
location.
.In emergency situations, OnStar can use
the last stored GPS location to send to
emergency responders.
A temporary loss of GPS can cause loss of
the ability to send a Turn-by-Turn
Navigation route. The Advisor may give a
verbal route or may ask for a call back after
the vehicle is driven into an open area.
Cellular and GPS Antennas
Cellular reception is required for OnStar to
send remote signals to the vehicle. Do not
place items over or near the antenna to
prevent blocking cellular and GPS signal
reception.
Unable to Connect to OnStar Message
If there is limited cellular coverage or the
cellular network has reached maximum
capacity, this message may come on. Press
Qto try the call again or try again after
driving a few miles into another
cellular area.
Vehicle and Power Issues
OnStar services require a vehicle electrical
system, wireless service, and GPS satellite
technologies to be available and operating
for features to function properly. These
systems may not operate if the battery is
discharged or disconnected.
Add-on Electrical Equipment
The OnStar system is integrated into the
electrical architecture of the vehicle. Do not
add any electrical equipment. See Add-On
Electrical Equipment 0171. Added electrical
equipment may interfere with the operation
of the OnStar system and cause it to not
operate.
Vehicle Software Updates
OnStar or GM may remotely deliver
software updates or changes to the vehicle
without further notice or consent. These

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278 Index
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices . . . . . . . 103
Axle, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 192
B
BatteryExterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . 96
Load Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Battery - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191, 231
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Bluetooth Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Brake System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 142
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129
Bulb Replacement Center High-Mounted Stoplamp(CHMSL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Halogen Bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195 Bulb Replacement (cont'd)
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
License Plate Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
C
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements . . . . 173
California Proposition 65 Warning . . . 191, 231, Back Cover
Camera Rear Vision (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Cargo Door Relocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77 Check
Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . 77
Ignition Transmission Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Child Restraints Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59, 61
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 199
Cleaning
Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Rear Heating System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 263
Compartments Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Connected Services Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274

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HeadlampsAiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . 92
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Heater Engine Coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114, 116
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . 29
HVAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114, 116
I
Idle System Fast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Ignition Transmission Lock Check . . . . . . . . 194
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Indicator Vehicle Ahead . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Infants and Young Children, Restraints . . . . 47
Information
Publication Ordering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Instrument Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Instrument Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
J
Jump Starting - North America . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
K
Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Lamps Daytime Running (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Dome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . 96
License Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . 77
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Lamps (cont'd)
Taillamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Lamps, Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) . . . . . . . . . . . 152
Lane Departure Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . 59
LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Lighter, Cigarette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Lighting Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Lights
Airbag On-Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
Antilock Brake System (ABS)Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) . . . 77
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92