wheel GMC TERRAIN 2018 Get To Know Guide

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Review this Quick Reference Guide for an overview of some important feat\
ures in your GMC Terrain. Some optional equipment described in this guide may not be \
included in your vehicle. More information can be found in your Owner’s Manual and at \
my.gmc.com/learn. For easy reference, keep this guide with your Owner’s Manual in your \
glove box
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2018 TERRAIN
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
Certain restrictions, precautions, and safety procedures apply to your v\
ehicle. Please read your Owner’s Manual for complete instructions.
Instrument Panel................2Remote Keyless Entry Transmitter.....................4Keyless Access System..........4Keyless (Pushbutton) Start .......5Auto Engine Stop/Start Operation ......................5Electronic Precision Shift Transmission...................6Electric Parking Brake ...........6Steering Wheel Adjustment.......7
Front Seats.....................7Rear Seats .....................8Wipers and Washers.............8Lighting........................9Universal Remote System ........9Climate Controls ...............10Driver Information Center ........11Audio Steering Wheel Controls....11Infotainment System ...........12Bluetooth System ..............14OnStar with 4G LTE and Wi-Fi....15
Wireless Charging..............15Vehicle Personalization .........15Driver Assistance Systems ......16Cruise Control .................18Traction Select System .........18Hill Descent Control ............19Tire Pressure Monitor...........19Power Programmable Liftgate ...19Roadside Assistance ...........20myGMC Mobile App.............20GMC Owner Center .............20

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Turn Signal Lever/IntelliBeam ButtonF
Driver Information Center
Steering Wheel Adjustment Lever
Audio Next-Previous Favorite Station Controls (behind steering wheel)
Windshield Wipers LeverEngine Start-Stop Button
Cruise Control/Forward Collision AlertF/Heated Steering WheelF Buttons
Power Mirror/Window Controls
Power Liftgate ControlF
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Audio Volume Controls (behind steering wheel)
Driver Information Center Controls/Voice Recognition Buttons
Memory Seat ButtonsF
Exterior-Interior Lamp Controls/ Electric Parking Brake Switch
Check Engine
Engine Oil Pressure
Lane Keep Assist Warning
Airbag Readiness
Cruise Control Set
Service Electric Parking Brake
Traction Control/StabiliTrak Active
Charging System
Security
Safety Belt Reminder
Brake System Warning
Electric Parking Brake
IntelliBeam Lighting
Symbols

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STEERING WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
FRONT SEATS
F Optional equipment
With the vehicle parked, push down the lever under the steering column t\
o adjust the steering wheel. The steering wheel can be moved up or down and in or out. Pull up\
the lever to lock the steering wheel in place.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.
Power Seat AdjustmentsF
A. Seat Adjustment
Move the horizontal control to move the seat forward or rearward and to tilt, raise or lower the seat.
B. Seatback Recline Adjustment
Move the top of the vertical control to recline or raise the seatback.
C. Lumbar Support Adjustment
Press and hold the rear control to adjust the lumbar support.
Set Memory Seat PositionsF
With the ignition On or in Accessory mode:
1. Adjust the seat and power outside mirrors to the desired positions.
2. Press and release the SET button on the driver’s door. A beep will sound.
3. Immediately press and hold button 1 or 2 until two beeps sound.
To store a seat position for when exiting the vehicle, repeat these steps using the Exit button.
Recall Memory Seat PositionsF
Press and hold button 1, 2 or Exit until the seat and mirrors reach the set position.
The memory/exit positions can be programmed to be recalled automatically.
To set Auto Memory Recall or Easy Exit Options, go to Settings > Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience.
Fold-Flat Front Passenger Seatback
1. Lower the head restraint and move the seat as far back as possible.
2. Lift the recline lever (D) and fold the seatback forward.
To raise the seatback, lift the recline lever and fully raise the seatba\
ck.
See Seats and Restraints in your Owner’s Manual.
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DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER
AUDIO STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
The Driver Information Center (DIC) on the instrument cluster displays\
a variety of vehicle system information and warning messages.
Use the controls on the right side of the steering wheel to view the Tri\
p, Vehicle and Eco menus (base DIC) or the Info (includes trip and fuel information), Navigat\
ion, and Options menus (uplevel DIC)F.
DIC Controls
Press the or button to move between the display zones. Press the left to go back to the previous menu.
Press the or button to scroll through the menus.
Press the button to open a menu, or select or reset an item.
Info Pages MenuF
1. Use the controls to display the Options menu. Press .
2. Scroll to display Info Pages. Press to view the items.
3. Select Edit List and press or to scroll through the list of items.
4. Press to select or deselect an item to display.
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner’s Manual.
Push to Talk
Press to answer an incoming call or to use natural voice recognition with the Bluetooth or OnStar® system.
Press and hold to activate phone voice recogni-tion (Voice Pass-Thru/Siri® Eyes Free) with a paired, compatible phone.
End Call/Mute
Press to end or decline a call.
Press to mute/unmute the vehicle speakers.
Volume (behind right side of steering wheel)
Press the top or bottom button to adjust the volume.
Next/Previous Favorite Station (behind left side of steering wheel)
Press the top or bottom button to go to the next or previous favorite radio station or track.
F Optional equipmentSee your Infotainment System Manual.
Next/Previous Favorite Station button shown. Volume button is located behind the right side of the steering wheel.
Uplevel DICF shown

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INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
Setting the Time
1. Select Settings on the Home page.
2. Select System > Time/Date.
3. Select Set Time.
4. Touch the arrows to adjust the hours and minutes.
5. Press the BACK button to exit the menu.
Turn on Automatic Time and Date to have the time updated automatically a\
s the system obtains information from the cellular network.
Storing Favorites
Radio stations from all bands (AM, FM or SiriusXMF) can be stored in any order.
1. Display the desired radio station.
2. Select the desired page of favorite screen  buttons.
3. Touch and hold one of the favorite screen buttons until a beep is heard.
4. Repeat the steps to store another favorite item.
Note: To change the number of favorites displayed, go to Settings > System > Favorites.
Natural Voice RecognitionF
Control the music source and make phone calls hands-free (after pairing\
your Bluetooth-enabled phone) using the natural voice recognition system.
1. Press the Push to Talk button on the steering wheel.
2. The radio will play a prompt followed by a beep.
3. After the beep, say what you want it to do using natural speech.
• Example Phone command (using your paired phone): “Call Amanda” o\
r “Call 555-1212”
• Example Media Music Device Search command (when connected to USB only)\
: “Play artist [name]” or “Play song [name]”
• Example Radio command: “Tune FM 104.3” or “Tune XM Classic Viny\
l”
• Help: Say “Help” for voice recognition assistance
Portable Audio Devices
The front USB ports are for data and charging. Other USB ports are for charging only.
Connect an iPod®, iPhone®, MP3 Player, or a USB flash drive to a USB port. Search for music on-screen or by voice commands.
Select the Audio icon or press the MEDIA
button to select a portable device as the audio source.
F Optional equipmentSee your Infotainment System Manual.

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BLUETOOTH® SYSTEM
Refer to your Owner’s Manual for important information about using th\
e Bluetooth system while driving.
Before using a Bluetooth-enabled device in the vehicle, it must be paire\
d with the in-vehicle Bluetooth system. The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is mo\
ving. Not all devices will support all functions. Visit my.gmc.com/learn for more information.
Pair a Phone
1. To use voice recognition, press the Push to Talk button on the steering wheel; after the beep, say “Pair Phone.”
To use the infotainment screen, select the Phone icon > Connect Device >\
Add Device.
2. Start the pairing process on your phone. From your phone’s Bluetooth \
settings, select the name shown on the infotainment screen.
3. Confirm the codes that appear on the infotainment screen and the phone\
.
4. When pairing is complete, the phone screen is displayed. Your phone book\
may be down-loaded depending on the phone.
Streaming Audio
With a paired device connected via Bluetooth, select the Audio icon or p\
ress the MEDIA button until Bluetooth is displayed on the infotainment screen to stream audio \
from the device. Control audio operation using the device controls or infotainment controls.
See your Infotainment System Manual.
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™
Apple CarPlay or Android Auto capability may be available through a compatible smartphone. If available, the icons will appear on the home page of the infotainment display.
1. No app is required for Apple CarPlay. Download the Android Auto app to your phone from the Google Play Store.
2. Connect your phone by plugging the com-patible phone USB cable into a USB data port. Use your device’s factory-provided USB cable. Aftermarket cable\
s may not work.
3. The Apple CarPlay or Android Auto icon, depending on the phone, will bri\
ghten. Apple CarPlay or Android Auto may launch automatically upon USB connection. If not, se\
lect the Apple CarPlay or Android Auto icon on the home page.
For more information on using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, visit my.gmc.com/learn.
GMC Shop
In-vehicle apps are available for download to the infotainment system th\
rough the SHOP icon on the home page. Downloading and using the apps requires internet conne\
ctivity and a data plan accessed through the vehicle’s OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, if a\
ctive, or a mobile device hotspot.See your Infotainment System Manual.

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Safety Alert SeatF
The driver’s seat pulses — left side, right side or simultaneously\
— to alert the driver of the
direction of potential hazards.
Audible alerts or seat pulsing alerts may be selected. To change the ale\
rt settings, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > Alert Type.
Lane Change Alert with Side Blind Zone AlertF
While driving, the system displays a warning symbol on the left or right side mirror when a vehicle is detected in that side blind zone area or rapidly approachin\
g that area. The warning symbol flashes if a turn signal is activated when a vehicle has been d\
etected on the same side.
To turn the system on or off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detec\
tion Systems > Lane Change Alert.
Forward Collision AlertF
The Vehicle Ahead indicator is green when a vehicle is detected and is ambe\
r when following a vehicle ahead too closely. When approaching a vehicle directly ahead t\
oo rapidly, a red alert flashes on the windshield and the Safety Alert Seat pulses or beeps so\
und (if selected).
Press the Forward Collision Alert button on the steering wheel to set the alert timing to Far, Medium, or Near.
Following Distance IndicatorF
The following time to the vehicle ahead is indicated in seconds under th\
e Info menu on the Driver Information Center. If no vehicle is detected ahead, dashes are displaye\
d.
Forward Automatic BrakingF
The brakes may be applied automatically in potential collision situation\
s to help reduce damage or help avoid collisions with vehicles directly ahead.
To set Forward Automatic Braking and Forward Collision Alert to Alert an\
d Brake, Alert, or Off, go to Settings > Vehicle > Collision/Detection Systems > Forward Collisi\
on System.
Lane Keep Assist with Lane Departure WarningF
The system may help avoid collisions due to unintentional lane departure\
s. The Lane Keep Assist indicator is green if the system is available to assist. If the v\
ehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction, the system m\
ay assist by gently turning the steering wheel and displaying an amber .
If active driver steering is not detected, the amber may flash and the Safety Alert Seat may pulse or beeps may sound (if selected) on the side of the departure di\
rection as the lane marking is crossed. In order to use this system safely, the driver needs to stee\
r and be in complete control of the vehicle.
To turn the system on or off, press the Lane Keep Assist button on the center console.
F Optional equipment
DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS

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DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS
FrontF and Rear Vision Camera
When the vehicle is in Reverse, a view of the area behind the vehicle di\
splays on the infotainment screen. After shifting from Reverse to Drive, a view of the area in fron\
t of the vehicle displays. Vehicle speed must be below 5 mph.
Touch the Front or Rear Camera button on the camera screen to display either view.
Touch the Guidance Lines button on the camera screen to turn the guidelines on or off.
Surround VisionF
The Surround Vision system displays a bird’s-eye view of the area surrounding the vehicle on the infotainment screen when the vehicle is in Reverse or Drive below 5 mph.
FrontF and RearF Parking Assist
During low-speed parking maneuvers, the system provides “distance to closest object” information on the Driver Information Center, the Safety Alert Seat pulses or a beep sounds (if selected). When an object is very close, the Safety Alert Seat pulses 5 times or beeps sound (if selected).
Rear Cross Traffic AlertF
When the vehicle is in Reverse, the system warns of traffic coming in either direction by displaying a red alert on the infotain-ment screen and pulsing the left or right side of the Safety Alert Seat or sounding beeps (if selected).
To turn only Rear Cross Traffic Alert on or off, go to Settings > Vehi\
cle > Collision/Detection Systems > Rear Cross Traffic Alert.
To turn Front and Rear Parking Assist and Rear Cross Traffic Alert on \
or off, press the Parking Assist button on the center console.
Automatic Parking AssistF
Automatic Parking Assist steers the vehicle to help park in parallel and\
perpendicular spaces. You must still shift gears and control the brakes and accelerator.
1. Press the Automatic Parking Assist button on the center console. A beep sounds and a parking assist display is shown on the infotainment screen. The system w\
ill begin searching for a large enough parking space.
2. Once a space is found, shift the vehicle into Reverse to engage automati\
c steering.
3. Remove your hands from the steering wheel and accelerate or brake as req\
uired. Directions are displayed on the infotainment screen. Parking Complete is displayed \
and a beep sounds when the parking maneuver is complete.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
F Optional equipment

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The Traction Select system automatically adjusts various vehicle control systems based on driving preferences, weather and road conditions.
Rotate the Driver Mode Control knob on the center console to the desired mode.
FWD Models:
Tour
Snow
Tow/HaulF
AWD Models:
Tour
All-Wheel Drive
Off-Road
Tow/HaulF
The AWD indicator will illuminate when an all-wheel drive mode is select\
ed.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
TRACTION SELECT SYSTEM
CRUISE CONTROL
Setting Cruise Control
1. Press the On/Off button. The Cruise Control symbol will illuminate in white on the instrument cluster.
2. When traveling at the desired speed, press the SET– button to set the speed. The symbol will illuminate in green on the instru-ment cluster.
Adjusting Cruise Control
RES+ Resume/Accelerate
Press to resume a set speed. When the system is active, press to increase speed.
SET– Set/Coast
When the system is active, press to decrease speed.
Cancel
Press the button, or press the brake pedal, to cancel the cruise control without e\
rasing the set speed from memory. The set speed is erased when Cruise Control or the ve\
hicle ignition is turned off.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
F Optional equipment

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Open/Close the Power Liftgate
Press the Power Liftgate button twice on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter.
Press the Liftgate knob on the driver’s door.
Press the touchpad on the liftgate handle to open the liftgate.
Press the button next to the pull handle to close the liftgate.
Programming the Liftgate Height1. Turn the Liftgate knob to the 3/4 mode position.
2. Open the liftgate. Adjust it manually to the desired height.
3. To save the setting, press and hold the
button next to the pull handle until a beep sounds.
4. In the 3/4 mode position, the power liftgate will open to the programmed height.
Hands-Free OperationF
To open or close the liftgate hands-free, kick your foot straight under \
the rear bumper, just left of the license plate. The RKE transmitter must be within 3 feet of the l\
iftgate.
POWER PROGRAMMABLE LIFTGATEF
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR
HILL DESCENT CONTROL
Hill Descent Control sets and maintains vehicle speed from 2–14 mph w\
hile descending a very steep incline in a forward or reverse gear.
Press the Hill Descent Control button on the center console. Vehicle speed must be below 31 mph to turn on the system.
Increase or decrease speed by applying the accelerator or brake pedal or\
use the Cruise Control +/– buttons on the steering wheel. The adjusted speed becomes\
the new set speed. The symbol flashes on the instrument cluster when the system is actively a\
pplying the brakes to maintain vehicle speed.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
F Optional equipment
The Low Tire Pressure warning light on the instrument cluster illuminates wh\
en one or more of the vehicle’s tires is significantly underinflated. Fill the tire\
s to the proper tire pressures listed on the Tire and Loading Information label located below the driver’s doo\
r latch. Current tire pressures can be viewed in the Driver Information Center.
See Vehicle Care in your Owner’s Manual.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner’s Manual.