ECO mode GMC SIERRA 2009 Get To Know Guide

Getting to Know Your Sierra4
Your vehicle’s instrument panel is
equipped with this cluster or one very
similar to it. The instrument panel cluster
includes these key features:
A. Oil Pressure Gauge (if equipped)
B. Fuel Gauge*
C. StabiliTrak Warning Light
D. Tire Pressure Warning Light
(if equipped)
E. Security Light
F. Odometer/Driver Information Center/
Outside Temperature/Compass
(if equipped)
G. Tow/Haul Mode Light
H. Check Engine Light
I. Tachometer
J. Speedometer
K. Airbag Readiness Light
L. Antilock Brake System Warning LightM. Safety Belt Reminder Light
N. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
O. Voltmeter (if equipped)
*Diesel Engine only: If ULTRA-LOW
SULFUR DIESEL FUEL ONLY appears
on the fuel gauge, your vehicle is
equipped with a Diesel Particulate Filter
Emissions System. Maintenance mes-
sages may be displayed on the Driver
Information Center regarding this sys-
tem. See your Diesel Engine Owner
Manual for more information.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Note:The instrument panel cluster is
designed to let you know about many
important aspects of your vehicle’s oper-
ation. It is important to read your Owner
Manual and become familiar with the
information being relayed to you by the
lights, gauges and indicators, as well as
what action can be taken to ensure
safety and to prevent damage.
Diesel engine cluster shown.Instrument Panel Cluster
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Voltmeter Operation
The voltmeter shows the condition of the
vehicle’s charging system. The system
is designed to regulate voltage output to
help improve fuel economy and extend
battery life. Normal system operation
readings may fluctuate (as indicated by
the blue area in the illustration above)
based on vehicle operation, including
the number of electrical accessories
being operated and engine speed.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Driver Information Center
Your vehicle’s Driver Information Center
(DIC) provides vehicle information, vehi-
cle feature customization (if equipped),
and vehicle warning messages. The DIC
messages will be shown on the instru-
ment panel cluster display.
DIC Controls (if equipped)
The following DIC
controls are locat-
ed on the left or
right side (depend-
ing on model) of
the instrument
panel cluster:
(Trip/Fuel):
Press this button
to display the following trip and fuel
information:
• Outside Temperature/Compass
• Odometer
• Trip Odometer
• Fuel Range
• Average Economy
• Fuel Used
• Timer
• Transmission Temperature
• Instantaneous Economy (if equipped)
• Active Fuel Management
™
(if equipped)
(Vehicle Information):Press this
button to display the following vehicle
information:
• Oil Life
• Display Units (English/Metric)
• Tire Pressure (if equipped)
• Trailer Gain and Output (if equipped)
• Engine Hours
• Tire Pressure System Programming
(if equipped)
• Remote Keyless Entry Programming
• Compass Zone Setting
• Compass Calibration

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The accelerator and brake pedals can
be adjusted to a comfortable and safe
operating position by using the
adjustable pedals switch located on
the instrument panel below the climate
controls.
Adjustable Pedals (if equipped)
The automatic climate control system
maintains the desired individual temper-
ature for the driver and front seat pas-
senger. The system adjusts the airflow
mode, fan speed, air conditioning and
recirculation functions to reach the set
temperature(s) as quickly as possible.
Automatic Operation
To set the automatic mode:
1. Press the AUTO button.
2. Set the driver’s and front passenger’s
temperature using the + or – temper-
ature buttons.
Automatic Climate Controls
(if equipped)
Press the top
arrow on the
switch to move
the pedals
away from you
and the bottom
arrow on the
switch to move
the pedals
toward you.
The pedals cannot be adjusted when the
vehicle is in Reverse or when cruise
control is activated.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
To save memory settings:
1. Adjust the driver’s seat, outside
mirrors and pedals to a comfortable
position.
2. Press and hold button 1 or 2 until two
beeps sound.
3. Repeat these steps for a second
driver using the other memory button.
To recall the settings, press memory
button 1 or 2 with the vehicle in Park. If
the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter is
used to enter the vehicle and the memo-
ry seat recall feature is on (see Driver
Information Center), the settings will be
recalled automatically.
Easy Exit Seat Recall
The easy exit seat recall button is locat-
ed between the two memory buttons.
Press the recall button, with the vehicle
in Park, to move the driver’s seat to the
exit position.
If the easy exit seat recall feature is on
(see Driver Information Center), auto-
matic seat movement will occur when
the key is removed from the ignition.
See Section 1 of your Owner Manual.

This feature allows you to start the
engine from outside the vehicle by
using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter. The remote start capability
must be turned on using the Driver
Information Center.
The automatic climate control system
(if equipped) will default to a heating
or cooling mode based on outside tem-
perature, or the manual climate control
system will turn on at the same setting
as when the vehicle was last turned off.
Heated/cooled seats (if equipped)
will also turn on based on outside
temperature.
Starting the Vehicle
To remote-start the vehicle:
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehi-
cle. (Remote Vehicle Start transmitter
range is within approximately 200 feet
of the vehicle.)
2. Press and release the (Lock)
button on the transmitter.
3. Immediately press and hold the
(Remote Vehicle Start) button for
about four seconds. When the park-
ing lights flash, release the button.
The engine will start and the parking
lamps will remain on. The engine will
continue running for 10 minutes.
4. Repeat these steps for a 10-minute
time extension. Only two consecutive
remote starts are allowed.
When you enter the vehicle after a
remote start, the key must be inserted in
the ignition and turned to the Run posi-
tion before driving.
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Remote Vehicle Start
(if equipped)
CONVENIENCESRCE (Source):
Press this
button to switch
between AM,
FM, XM
(if equipped),
CD and AUX.
Press and hold
this button for
one second to
initiate the navi-
gation system voice recognition
(if equipped).
(Seek):Press this button to go to
the next radio station.
(Mute/Push to Talk): Press this
button to mute the vehicle speakers.
Press and hold the button for two sec-
onds to interact with the OnStar or
Bluetooth system.
See Section 3 of your Owner Manual.
Bluetooth®System (if equipped)
The in-vehicle Bluetooth system allows
users with a Bluetooth-enabled cell
phone to make and receive hands-free
phone calls using the vehicle’s audio
system, microphone and controls. The
Bluetooth-enabled cell phone must be
paired with the in-vehicle Bluetooth sys-
tem before it can be used in the vehicle.
Not all phones will support all functions.
Visit www.gmc.com/bluetoothfor more
information.
For instructions on how to use the system,
see Section 3 of your Owner Manual.

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PERFORMANCE & MAINTENANCE
The 6-speed automatic transmission has
a Range Selection Mode feature that
enables the driver to select the range
of gears desired for the current driving
conditions, such as when driving on
downhill grades.
To use this feature, move the shift lever
to the Manual (M) position and select a
lower or higher driving gear using the
+ / – button on the shift lever. The
display on the
instrument panel
cluster will show
the current gear
selection.
The transmis-
sion will be limit-
ed to the gear selected and lower gears.
Gears higher than the gear selected will
not be available.
If current vehicle speed is too high or
too low for the requested gear, the shift
will not occur.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.
6-Speed Automatic Transmission
Controls (if equipped)
StabiliTrak®– Stability Control
System (if equipped)
Tire Pressure Monitor
The Tire Pressure Monitor alerts you
when a significant reduction in pressure
occurs in one or more of your vehicle’s
tires by illuminating the (Low Tire
Pressure) warning light on the instru-
ment panel cluster. The low tire pressure
warning light will remain on until you
correct the tire pressure. A CHECK TIRE
PRESSURE message will also appear
on the DIC.
StabiliTrak is an
advanced comput-
er-controlled vehicle
stability and traction
enhancement sys-
tem that assists
with directional control of the vehicle in
difficult driving conditions. It turns on
automatically every time you start your
vehicle.
To limit wheelspin and help maintain
directional control, you should always
leave the system on. However, if your
vehicle becomes stuck and rocking the
vehicle is required, the system should
be turned off.
To turn off the traction control part of
the system, press the (StabiliTrak)
button located below the climate con-
trols on the instrument panel.
To turn off both the traction control and
stability enhancement systems, press
and hold the button for five seconds.
When either system is off, the
StabiliTrak light will illuminate.
See Section 4 of your Owner Manual.
To remove or install cargo tie-downs at
the front of the bed, slide the corner cap
toward the center of the bed to expose
the rail notches. To remove the corner
cap, pull either edge away from the rail.
See Section 2 of your Owner Manual.

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1-800-GMC-8782
(1-800-462-8782)
TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
As the proud owner of a new GMC vehicle,
you are automatically enrolled in the GMC
Roadside Assistance program. This value-
added service is intended to provide you
with peace of mind as you drive in the city
or travel the open road.
GMC’s Roadside Assistance toll-free
number is staffed by a team of technically
trained advisors, who are available 24
hours a day, 365 days a year. The advisors
can provide minor repair information or
make arrangements to tow your vehicle to
the nearest GMC dealer.
GMC will provide the following services
for 5 years/100,000 miles at no expense
to you:
• Fuel delivery
• Lockout service (identification required)
• Tow to nearest dealership for warranty
service
• Flat tire assistance
• Jump starts
In many instances, mechanical failures are
covered under GMC’s comprehensive
warranty. However, when other services
are utilized, our advisors will explain any
payment obligations you might incur.
The GMC Owner Center at My GMLink is
a complimentary service for GMC owners,
a one-stop resource to enhance your GMC
ownership experience. Exclusive member
benefits include online service reminders,
vehicle maintenance tips, online owner
manual, special privileges and more. Sign
up today atwww.mygmlink.com. For prompt and efficient assistance when
calling, please provide the following infor-
mation to the advisor:
• Location of the vehicle
• Telephone number and your location
• Vehicle model, year and color
• Vehicle mileage
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
• Vehicle license plate number
GMC reserves the right to limit services
or reimbursement to an owner or driver
when, in GMC’s judgment, the claims
become excessive in frequency or type
of occurrence.
Roadside Assistance and OnStar
®
(if equipped)
If you have a current OnStar subscription,
press the OnStar button and the vehicle
will send your current GPS location to an
OnStar Advisor who will speak to you,
assess your problem, contact Roadside
Assistance and relay your exact location
so you will get the help you need.
Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your vehicle. Please read your Owner
Manual for complete instructions. All information contained herein is based on information available at the
time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2008 by GM Corp. All rights reserved.
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