GMC SIERRA DENALI 2003 Owners Manual

Dome Lamps
The dome lamps will come on when you open a door
and the dome override button is
in the out position.
You can also turn the dome lamps on by turning
the thumbwheel, located next to the exterior lamps
control, all the way up. In this position, the dome lamps
will remain on whether the doors are opened or
closed.
*: You can use the dome override button, located
below the exterior lamps control, to set the dome lamps
to come on automatically when the doors are opened,
or to remain
off. To turn the lamps off, press the button
to the
in position. With the button in this position, the
dome lamps will remain
off when the doors are open. To
return the lamps to automatic operation, press the
button again and return the button to the out position.
With the button
in this position, the dome lamps
will come on when you open a door.
Battery Run-Down Protection
This feature shuts off the dome, reading, glove box, and
underhood lamps
if they are left on for more than
10 minutes when the ignition is turned off. The cargo
lamp will shut
off after 20 minutes. This will keep
your battery from running down.
Accessory Power Outlets
With accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliary
electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone or
other devices designed to operate with vehicle electrical
systems.
Your vehicle is equipped with several accessory power
outlets. The front outlet is located next to the floor
console. Lift up on the door to access the outlet.
The second outlet is located
in the center console. Press
the button on the side
of the console door to access
the outlet. See
Center Console Storage Area on
page 2-39 for more information.
There is also one accessory power outlet located on the
rear of the center console. Lift up on the doors to
access the outlets.
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Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible
with the accessory power outlets and could result
in blown vehicle or adapter fuses.
If you experience a
problem, see your dealer for additional information
on accessory power outlets.
Notice: Adding some electrical equipment to your
vehicle can damage
it or keep other things from
working
as they should. This wouldn’t be covered by
your warranty. Check with your dealer before
adding electrical equipment, and never use anything
that exceeds the amperage rating.
When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the
proper installation instructions included with the
equipment.
Notice: Power outlets are designed for accessory
plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory
or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of
the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
The ashtray is located in the center console. Press the
raised area on the access door to use the ashtray.
To remove the ashtray first locate the indent on the right
side of the ashtray. Then, place an instrument, such
as a pen, in the indent and pry the ashtray out.
Notice: Don’t put papers or other flammable items
into your ashtrays. Hot cigarettes or other smoking
materials could ignite them, causing a damaging fire.
To use the cigarette lighter, push it in all the way, and
let go. When it’s ready, it will pop back out by itself.
Notice: Don’t hold a cigarette lighter
in with your
hand while
it is heating. If you do, it won’t be able to
back away from the heating element when
it’s
ready. That can make it overheat, damaging the
lighter and the heating element.
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Climate Controls
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System
Your vehicle may have the optional dual automatic
climate control system. With this system you can control
the heating, cooling and ventilation for your vehicle.
If your vehicle is equipped with the dual automatic
climate control system, memory seats, and memory
mirrors, you can store and recall the climate control
settings for temperature, air delivery mode, and
fan speed for two different drivers. The personal choice
settings recalled are determined by the transmitter
used to enter the vehicle. After the button with the
unlock symbol on a remote keyless entry transmitter
is pressed, the climate control will adjust to the last
settings of the identified driver. The settings can also be
changed by pressing one of the memory buttons
(1 or 2) located on the driver’s door. When adjustments
are made, the new settings are automatically saved
for that driver.
A 8fj? v (Fan): Press this button to increase or
decrease the fan speed.
0 (Off): Press this button to turn off the entire climate
control system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle, and
will be directed to the floor. This direction can be changed
by pressing the mode button. The temperature can also
be adjusted using either temperature knob. Press the up
or down arrows on the fan switch, the defrost button, the
AUTO button, or the air conditioning button to turn the
system on when it is
off.
,% 4d (Mode): Press this button to manually select the air
delivery mode to the floor, panel, or windshield outlets.
This system will stay in the selected mode until the mode
button is pressed again, or the AUTO button, defrost
button, or the off button is pressed. Air delivery mode can
be adjusted while the system is off. A five second status
display will indicate the current mode.
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Display: In the full AUTO mode, the automatic dual
climate control system display will show the driver set
temperature and an arrow pointing to the driver’s side. An
arrow pointing to the passenger’s side will display
if both
sides are set to the same temperature.
If the temperature
settings are not the same, the opposite side temperature
setting will be displayed for an additional five seconds.
During the five second status display the current mode
and blower speed will be displayed.
Driver’s Side Temperature Knob: Turn this knob
clockwise or counterclockwise to manually raise or lower
the temperature on the driver’s side of the vehicle.
The display will show the temperature setting decreasing
or increasing and an arrow pointing to the driver. The
temperature can be adjusted even
if the system is
turned
off. If the passenger’s set temperature has not
been adjusted this knob controls both the driver’s
and passenger’s air temperature. The temperature to
the rear seat area is controlled by using this knob.
Passenger’s Side Temperature Knob: Turn this knob
clockwise or counterclockwise to manually raise or
lower the temperature on the passenger’s side of the
vehicle. The display will show the temperature
setting decreasing or increasing and an arrow pointing
to the passenger. The temperature can be adjusted
even
if the system is turned off. Once this knob is used,
the passenger’s temperature will remain independent
of the driver’s until the AUTO button is pressed and held
for approximately four seconds.
Automatic Operation
AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation is
active the system will control the inside temperature, the
air delivery, and the fan speed.
Use the steps below to place the entire system in
automatic mode:
1. Press the AUTO button.
When AUTO is selected, the display will change to
show the current driver’s set temperature,
delivery mode and fan speed. Press the AUTO
button again within five seconds to display
the passenger’s set temperature.
If the driver and passenger’s temperature settings
are not the same, the opposite side temperature
setting will be displayed for an additional five
seconds. To make the passenger’s temperature the
same as the driver’s press and hold the AUTO
button for approximately four seconds.
When auto is selected, the air conditioning
operation and air inlet will be automatically
controlled. The air conditioning compressor will run
when the outside temperature is over approximately
40°F (4°C). The air inlet will normally be set to
outside air. If it’s hot outside, the air inlet may
automatically switch to recirculate inside air to help
quickly cool down your vehicle. The light on the
button will illuminate in recirculation.
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2. Set the driver’s and passenger’s temperature.
To find your comfort setting, start with a
74°F
(23°C) temperature setting and allow about
20 minutes for the system to regulate. Turn the
driver’s or passenger’s side temperature knob
to adjust the temperature setting as necessary. If
you choose the temperature setting of
60°F
(15°C) the system will remain at the maximum
cooling setting. If you choose the temperature
setting of
90°F (32°C) the system will remain at the
maximum heat setting. Choosing either maximum
setting will not cause the vehicle to heat or cool any
faster.
Be careful not
to cover the sensor located on the
top of the instrument panel near the windshield.
This sensor regulates air temperature based on sun
load, and also turns on your headlamps.
To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the
system will delay turning on the fan until warm air
is available. The length of delay depends on
the engine coolant temperature. Pressing the fan switch will override this delay and change the fan
to
a selected speed.
Manual Operation
To change the current setting, select one of the
following:
A 8f? v (Fan): This button allows you to manually
adjust the fan speed. Press the up arrow
to increase fan
speed and the down arrow
to decrease fan speed.
4d (Mode): Press this button to manually change the
direction of the airflow in your vehicle; keep pressing the
button until the desired mode appears on the display.
If you press the mode button
to select an air delivery
mode, the display will change
to show you the selected
air mode delivery. The display will then show the
current status of the system. When the system is turned
off, the display will go blank after displaying the
current status
of the system.
f;’ (Vent): This mode directs air to the instrument
panel vents.
+2 (Bi-Level): This mode directs half of the air to the
instrument panel vents, then directs the remaining air
to
the floor vents. A little air is directed toward the
windshield and the side window vents. Cooler air is
directed
to the upper vents and warmer air to the floor
vents.
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(ri (Floor): This mode directs most of the air to the
floor vents. Some air also comes out of the defroster and
side window vents. Use this mode to send air to the
rear of the vehicle. Keep the area under the front seats
free of objects that could obstruct airflow to the rear
of the vehicle. The recirculation button cannot be
selected in the floor mode.
(Recirculation): Press this button to turn the
recirculation mode on or
off. The recirculation mode is
used to limit the amount of outside air entering your
vehicle. This is helpful when you are trying to prevent
outside odors and/or dust from entering your vehicle, or
to help cool the air inside of your vehicle more quickly.
When this mode is on, inside air will recirculate
throughout your vehicle. When this button is pressed,
an indicator light in the button will also come on to
let you know that it is activated.
If you select recirculation while in defrost, defog, or
floor, the light on the button will flash and go out to let
you know this is not allowed. This is to prevent
windshield fogging.
If the weather is cold and damp, the system may cause
the windows to fog while using the recirculation
mode.
If the windows do start to fog, select defog or
front defrost mode
a NC (Air Conditioning): Press this button to
manually turn the air-conditioning system on or
off.
When the system is selected, or in AUTO mode
the system will automatically begin to cool and
dehumidify the air inside
of your vehicle.
If you select air conditioning off while in front defrost, or
defog mode the air conditioning
off symbol will flash
to let you know this is not allowed.
You may notice a slight change in engine performance
when the air-conditioning compressor shuts
off and
turns
on again. This is normal.
%k (Air Conditioning Off): When you turn the air
conditioning
off, this symbol will appear on the display.
When the air conditioning is selected or in AUTO
mode, the system will run the air conditioning
automatically.
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Defogging and Defrosting
You can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog or
frost from your windshield. Use the defog mode to
clear the windows
of fog or moisture. Use the front
defrost button to defrost the front windshield.
@ (Defog): Use this setting to clear the windows of fog
or moisture. Press the mode button to select this
setting. This setting will deliver air to the floor and
windshield outlets.
@ (Front Defrost): Press the front defrost button to
defrost the windshield. The system will automatically
control the fan speed
if you select defrost from AUTO
mode.
If the outside temperature is 40°F (4°C) or warmer,
your air conditioning compressor will automatically run to
help dehumidify the air and dry the windshield.
Rear Window Defogger
The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass.
The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to
remove fog from the rear window.
(Rear): Press this button to turn the rear window
defogger on or
off. An indicator light in the button
will come on to let you know that the rear window
defogger is activated.
The rear window defogger will turn
off approximately
10 minutes after the button is pressed. If you need
additional warming time, press the button again.
If you vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors this button
will activate them.
Notice: Don’t use a razor blade or something else
sharp on the inside
of the rear window. If you
do, you could cut or damage the defogger and the
repairs
would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not attach a temporary vehicle license, tape, a
decal or anything similar to the defogger grid.
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Outlet Adjustment Operation Tips
Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side
of your instrument panel to direct the airflow.
Your vehicle has air outlets that allow you to adjust the
direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle.
Move the louvers up or down. Use the thumbwheel next
to or underneath the outlet to close the louvers. For
the most efficient airflow and temperature control, keep
the outlet in the fully opened position.
If your vehicle is equipped with rear seat outlets they
can be used
to adjust airflow toward either seating area,
the floor, or upward. Move the center louver up or
down
to direct the airflow. Keep
the hood and front air inlets free
of ice, snow,
or any other obstruction (such as leaves). The
heater and defroster will work far better, reducing
the chance of fogging the inside of your windows.
Keep the air path under the front seats clear
of objects. This helps air
to circulate throughout your
vehicle.
Adding outside equipment
to the front of your
vehicle, such as hood-air deflectors, etc., may affect
the performance
of the heating and air conditioning
system. Check with your dealer before adding
equipment
to the outside of your vehicle.
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Warning Lights, Gages and
Indicators
This part describes the warning lights and gages that
may be on your vehicle. The pictures will help you
locate them.
Warning lights and gages can signal that something is
wrong before it becomes serious enough
to cause
an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to
your warning lights and gages could also save you
or others from injury.
Warning lights come on when there may be or is a
problem with one of your vehicle’s functions.
As you will
see in the details on the next few pages, some
warning lights come on briefly when you start the
engine just to let you know they’re working. If you are
familiar with this section, you should not be alarmed
when this happens. Gages can
indicate when there may be or is a problem
with one of your vehicle’s functions. Often gages
and warning lights work together
to let you know when
there’s a problem with your vehicle.
When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on
when you are driving, or when one of the gages
shows there may be a problem, check the section that
tells you what to do about
it. Please follow this
manual’s advice. Waiting to do repairs can be
costly
- and even dangerous. So please get to know
your warning lights and gages. They’re a big help.
Your vehicle also has a driver information system that
works along with the warning lights and gages. See
Driver lnformation Center (DIC) on page 3-43.
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Instrument Panel Cluster
Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know how
fast you’re going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely and
economically.
United States version shown, Canada similar
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