Duramax GMC SIERRA DENALI 2024 Owners Manual

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2 Introduction
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, SIERRA, and DENALI 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 Division 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, including changes in standard or
optional content. 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:
Helm, Incorporated
Attention: Customer Service
47911 Halyard Drive
Plymouth, MI 48170
USA
Using this Manual
To quickly locate information about the
vehicle, use the Index in the back of the
manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is
in the manual and the page number where
it can be found.
Danger, Warning, and Caution
Warning messages found on vehicle labels
and in this manual describe hazards and
what to do to avoid or reduce them.
{Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a high
level of risk which will result in serious
injury or death.
{Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that could
result in injury or death.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that could
result in property or vehicle damage.

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1. Tow/Haul Mode (On Some Models). SeeDriver Mode Control 0238.
Automatic Transfer Case Control (If
Equipped). See Four-Wheel Drive 0228.
Driver Mode Control 0238 (If Equipped).
2. Air Vents 0196.
3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0147.
Windshield Wiper/Washer 0106.
4. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0135 (If
Equipped).
5. Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0112 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0113.
6. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission
0 223.
Range Selection Mode. See Manual Mode
0 226.
7. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0145.
8. Infotainment Controls. See Overview
(Uplevel Radio) 0155 or
Overview (Base Radio) 0154.
9. Upper Glove Box. See Glove Box099. 10. Lower Glove Box. See
Glove Box099.
11. Climate Control Systems 0191 (If
Equipped).
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0 193 (If Equipped).
12.
XPark Assist Switch (If Equipped). See
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
0 253.
5Power Release Tailgate (If
Equipped). See Tailgate024.
|Hazard Warning Flashers 0146.
gTraction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0236.
-DC/AC Switch. See Power Outlets
0 107.
@Lane Departure Warning (LDW) 0270
(If Equipped).
5Hill Descent Control Switch (If
Equipped). See Hill Descent Control (HDC)
0 237.
jPower Assist Steps 031 (If
Equipped).
LExpress Window Down Button (If
Equipped). See Power Windows 042.
Tow/Haul Mode 0227 (On Some
Models).
Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Duramax
Diesel Supplement.
Power Take-Off (PTO) (If Equipped). See
Duramax Diesel Supplement.
13. Power Outlet (Alternating Current) (If Equipped). See Power Outlets0107.
14. Power Outlets 0107.
15. USB Port 0163.
16. Trailer Brake Control Panel (If Equipped). See“Integrated Trailer Brake Control
System” underTowing Equipment 0284.
17. ENGINE START/STOP. See Ignition
Positions 0216.
18. Steering Wheel Controls 0156 (If
Equipped).
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0131 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 133.

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1.Head-Up Display (HUD) 0135 (If
Equipped).
2. Air Vents 0196.
3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0147.
Windshield Wiper/Washer 0106.
4. Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0112 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0113.
5. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission
0 223.
Range Selection Mode. See Manual Mode
0 226.
6. Infotainment System. See Overview
(Uplevel Radio) 0155 or
Overview (Base Radio) 0154.
7. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0145.
Vehicle Alarm System. See Vehicle
Security 032.
8. Upper Glove Box. See Glove Box099.
9. Lower Glove Box. See Glove Box099.
10. Upper Glove Box Button. See Glove Box
0 99. 11. Power Release Tailgate (If Equipped). See
Tailgate 024.
Hazard Warning Flashers 0146.
Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0236.
Hill Descent Control Switch (If Equipped).
See Hill Descent Control (HDC) 0237.
Power Assist Steps 031 (If Equipped).
Express Window Down Button (If
Equipped). See Power Windows 042.
Tow/Haul Mode 0227 (On Some
Models).
Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Duramax
Diesel Supplement.
Power Take-Off (PTO) (If Equipped). See
Duramax Diesel Supplement.
12. USB Port 0163.
13. Climate Control Systems 0191 (If
Equipped).
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0 193 (If Equipped).
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 054
(If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 0105 (If
Equipped). 14. Front Center Console Storage.
15.
Cupholders 0100.
16. Trailer Brake Control Panel (If Equipped). See“Integrated Trailer Brake Control
System” underTowing Equipment 0284.
17. ENGINE START/STOP. See Ignition
Positions 0216.
18. Steering Wheel Controls 0156.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0131 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 133.
19. Horn 0106.
20. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0105 (Out
of View).
21. Hood Release. See Hood0312.
22. Cruise Control 0239.
Adaptive Cruise Control (Camera) 0241
(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0 263 (If Equipped).

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1.Air Vents 0196.
2. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0135 (If
Equipped).
3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and
Lane-Change Signals 0147.
Windshield Wiper/Washer 0106.
4. Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0112 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0113.
5. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission
0 223.
Range Selection Mode. See Manual Mode
0 226.
6. Infotainment System. See Overview
(Uplevel Radio) 0155 or
Overview (Base Radio) 0154.
7. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp
System 0145.
Vehicle Alarm System. See Vehicle
Security 032.
8. Upper Glove Box Button. See Glove Box
0 99.
9. Upper Glove Box. See Glove Box099.
10. Lower Glove Box. See Glove Box099. 11.
Climate Control Systems 0191 (If
Equipped).
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
0 193 (If Equipped).
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 054
(If Equipped).
Heated Steering Wheel 0105 (If
Equipped).
12. Power Release Tailgate (If Equipped). See Tailgate 024.
Hazard Warning Flashers 0146.
Traction Control/Electronic Stability
Control 0236.
Hill Descent Control Switch (If Equipped).
See Hill Descent Control (HDC) 0237.
Power Assist Steps 031 (If Equipped).
Express Window Down Button (If
Equipped). See Power Windows 042.
Tow/Haul Mode 0227 (On Some
Models).
Exhaust Brake (If Equipped). See Duramax
Diesel Supplement.
Power Take-Off (PTO) (If Equipped). See
Duramax Diesel Supplement. 13. Front Center Console Storage.
14.
USB Port 0163.
15. Cupholders 0100.
16. Trailer Brake Control Panel (If Equipped). See“Integrated Trailer Brake Control
System” underTowing Equipment 0284.
17. ENGINE START/STOP. See Ignition
Positions 0216.
18. Steering Wheel Controls 0156.
Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base
Level) 0131 or
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
0 133.
19. Horn 0106.
20. Hood Release. See Hood0312.
21. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0105 (Out
of View).
22. Cruise Control 0239.
Adaptive Cruise Control (Camera) 0241
(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
0 263 (If Equipped).

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indicates oil pressure outside the normal
operating range, check the engine oil as
soon as possible.
SeeEngine Oil 0314.
Caution
Lack of proper engine oil maintenance
can damage the engine. Driving with the
engine oil low can also damage the
engine. The repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Check the oil
level as soon as possible. Add oil if
required, but if the oil level is within the
operating range and the oil pressure is
still low, have the vehicle serviced.
Always follow the maintenance schedule
for changing engine oil.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the
Duramax diesel supplement.
Uplevel
This gauge displays while the lower gauges
are configured to display four gauges. To
change gauge configurations, see “Options”
under Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0112
or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0113.
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
Metric Base Level
English Base Level
Metric Uplevel
English Uplevel
This gauge measures the temperature of the
vehicle's engine coolant.
While driving under normal operating
conditions, if the needle moves into the red
warning area, the engine is too hot. Pull off
the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the
engine as soon as possible.

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Cruise Control Light
The cruise control light is white when the
cruise control is on and ready, and turns
green when the cruise control is set and
active.
SeeCruise Control 0239.
Adaptive Cruise Control Light
Base LevelUplevel
This light is white when the Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC, if equipped) is on and ready,
and turns green when the ACC is set and
active. Curve Speed Control Light
If equipped, this light may illuminate green
when ACC is actively controlling the vehicle
speed and detects a sharp curve on the road
ahead.
ACC automatically slows the vehicle down
while navigating the curve and may increase
speed out of the curve, but will not exceed
the set speed.
See
Adaptive Cruise Control (Camera) 0241.
Door Ajar Light
This light comes on when a door is open or
not securely latched. Before driving, check
that all doors are properly closed.
Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Base Level)
The DIC displays are shown in the center of
the instrument cluster. The displays show
the status of many vehicle systems. The trip
odometer reset stem in the instrument
cluster is used to access the DIC menu
items.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the
Duramax diesel supplement for more
information.
DIC Menu Items
Turn the trip odometer reset stem to scroll
through the following menu items:
.Digital Speedometer
.Trip 1/2
.Fuel Range
.Tire Pressure
.Remaining Oil Life
.Air Filter Life
.Brake Pad Life

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Brake Pad Life display after replacing the
brake pads. SeeBrake Pad Life System
0 325.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
(Uplevel)
The DIC displays are shown in the center of
the instrument cluster in the Info app. See
Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0112 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0113. The
displays show the status of many vehicle
systems.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the
Duramax diesel supplement.
oorp: Press to move left or right
between the interactive display zones in the
instrument cluster. Press the thumbwheel to
select.
worx: Use the thumbwheel to scroll up
or down in a list. Press the thumbwheel to
open a menu or select a menu item. Press
and hold to reset values on certain screens.
Info Page Options
The info pages on the DIC can be turned on
or off through the Options menu.
1. Press
oorpto scroll to the Options
application.
2. Scroll
worxto choose Info pages and
press the thumbwheel.
3. Scroll
worxto move through the list
of possible information displays.
4. Press the thumbwheel, while an item is highlighted, to select or deselect
that item.
The info pages can also be turned on or off
through the DIC page Info Page Options.
Info Pages
The following is the list of all possible DIC
info page displays. Some may not be
available for your particular vehicle. Some
items may not be turned on by default but
can be turned on through the Options app.
See “Info Page Options” earlier in this
section.
Speed : Shows the vehicle speed in either
kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per
hour (mph).
Drive Summary : Displays the current
distance traveled, in either kilometers (km)
or miles (mi).
It also includes the Average Fuel Economy.
Average Fuel Economy shows the
approximate average liters per
100 kilometers (L/100 km), kilometers per
liter (km/L), or miles per gallon (mpg). This
number only reflects the approximate
Average Fuel Economy that the vehicle has
at that moment, and changes as driving
conditions change.
The timer shows the time in the current
drive cycle.
All values in the Drive Summary are
automatically reset each time the vehicle is
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The windshield is part of the HUD system.
SeeWindshield Replacement 0332.
Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed on the Driver
Information Center (DIC) indicate the status
of the vehicle or some action that may be
needed to correct a condition. Multiple
messages may appear one after another.
The messages that do not require
immediate action can be acknowledged and
cleared by pressing the thumbwheel. The
messages that require immediate action
cannot be cleared until that action is
performed.
All messages should be taken seriously;
clearing the message does not correct the
problem.
If a SERVICE message appears, see your
dealer.
Follow the instructions given in the
messages. The system displays messages
regarding the following topics:
.Service Messages
.Fluid Levels
.Vehicle Security
.Brakes
.Steering
.Ride Control Systems
.Advanced Driver Assistance Systems
.Cruise Control
.Lighting and Bulb Replacement
.Wiper/Washer Systems
.Doors and Windows
.Seat Belts
.Airbag Systems
.Engine and Transmission
.Tire Pressure
.Battery
Engine Power Messages
REDUCED ACCELERATION DRIVE
WITH CARE
This message displays when the vehicle's
propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in
propulsion power can affect the vehicle's
ability to accelerate. If this message is on,
but there is no observed reduction in
performance, proceed to your destination.
Under certain conditions the performance
may be reduced the next time the vehicle is
driven. The vehicle may be driven while this
message is on, but maximum acceleration
and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, or displays repeatedly,
the vehicle should be taken to your dealer
for service as soon as possible.
Under certain operating conditions,
propulsion will be disabled. Try restarting
after the ignition has been off for
two minutes.
Vehicle Speed Messages
SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H (MPH)
This message shows that the vehicle speed
has been limited to the speed displayed. The
limited speed is a protection for various
propulsion and vehicle systems, such as
lubrication, thermal, brakes, suspension,
Teen Driver if equipped, or tires.
(If equipped with a diesel engine, see the
Duramax Diesel supplement.)
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The vehicle will switch from accessory mode
to off after five minutes to prevent battery
rundown.
ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator Light) :This
mode is for driving and starting. With the
vehicle off, and the brake pedal applied,
pressing ENGINE START/STOP button once
will turn the ignition on. Once engine
cranking begins, release the button. Engine
cranking will continue until the engine
starts. See Starting the Engine 0218.
Service Mode
This power mode is available for service and
diagnostics, and to verify the proper
operation of the malfunction indicator lamp
as may be required for emission inspection
purposes. With the vehicle off, and the
brake pedal not applied, pressing and
holding the ENGINE START/STOP button for
more than five seconds will place the vehicle
in Service Mode. The instruments and audio
systems will operate as they do when the
vehicle is on, but the vehicle will not be able
to be driven. The engine will not start in
Service Mode. Press the ENGINE START/STOP
button again to turn the vehicle off.Starting the Engine
If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the
Duramax diesel supplement.
Caution
If you add electrical parts or accessories,
you could change the way the engine
operates. Any resulting damage would
not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0306.
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or
N (Neutral). To restart the engine when the
vehicle is already moving, use
N (Neutral) only.
Caution
Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the
vehicle is moving. If you do, you could
damage the transmission. Shift to P (Park)
only when the vehicle is stopped.
Starting Procedure
1. The remote key must be in the vehicle. Press ENGINE START/STOP with the brake
pedal applied. When the engine begins
cranking, let go of the button. The driver may observe a minor, and
temporary, brake pedal kickback when
starting the vehicle. This is normal.
The idle speed will go down as the
engine gets warm. Do not race the
engine immediately after starting it.
Operate the engine and transmission
gently to allow the oil to warm up and
lubricate all moving parts.
When the low fuel warning light is on
and the FUEL LEVEL LOW message is
displayed in the Driver Information
Center (DIC), press ENGINE START/STOP
to continue engine cranking.
Caution
Cranking the engine for long periods of
time, by returning the ignition to the
START position immediately after
cranking has ended, can overheat and
damage the cranking motor, and drain
the battery. Wait at least 15 seconds
between each try, to let the cranking
motor cool down.
2. If the engine does not start after five to 10 seconds, especially in very cold
weather (below −18 °C or 0 °F), it could
be flooded with too much gasoline. Try

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Recommended Fuel
For diesel engine vehicles, see“Fuel for
Diesel Engines” in the Duramax diesel
supplement.
If the vehicle has a yellow sticker on the
fuel door, E85 or FlexFuel can be used. If the
vehicle does not have a yellow sticker, do
not use gasoline with ethanol levels greater
than 15% by volume. See E85 or FlexFuel
0 272.
Regular unleaded gasoline meeting ASTM
specification D4814 with a posted octane
rating (R+M)/2 of 87 or greater is
recommended. Do not use gasoline with a
posted octane rating of less than 87, as this
will result in reduced performance and
driveability. If heavy knocking is heard when
using gasoline rated at 87 or greater, the
engine needs service.
Prohibited Fuels
Caution
Do not use fuels with any of the
following conditions; doing so may
damage the vehicle and void its
warranty:
.For vehicles that are not FlexFuel, fuel
labeled greater than 15% ethanol by
volume, such as mid-level ethanol
blends (16–50% ethanol), E85,
or FlexFuel.
.Fuel with any amount of methanol,
methylal, ferrocene, and aniline. These
fuels can corrode metal fuel system
parts or damage plastic and rubber
parts.
.Fuel containing metals such as
methylcyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl (MMT), which can damage
the emissions control system and
spark plugs.
.Fuel with a posted octane rating of
less than the recommended fuel. Using
this fuel will lower fuel economy and
performance, and may decrease the
life of the emissions catalyst.
Fuels in Foreign Countries
The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post fuel
octane ratings in anti-knock index (AKI). For
fuel not to use in a foreign country, see
Prohibited Fuels 0272.
Fuel Additives
TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is highly
recommended for use with your vehicle.
If your country does not have TOP TIER
Detergent Gasoline, add ACDelco Fuel
System Treatment Plus−Gasoline to the
vehicle’s gasoline fuel tank at every oil
change or 15 000 km (9,000 mi), whichever
occurs first. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline and
ACDelco Fuel System Treatment Plus
−Gasoline will help keep your vehicle’s
engine fuel deposit free and performing
optimally.
E85 or FlexFuel
Vehicles with a yellow fuel sticker on the
fuel door can use either unleaded gasoline
or fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85).
All other vehicles should use only the
unleaded gasoline as described in
Recommended Fuel 0272.