2004 GMC CANYON glove box

Keys...............................................................2-2
Remote Keyless Entry System.........................2-4
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation...........2-5
Doors and Locks.............................................2-7
Door Locks....................................................2-7
Power Door Locks..........................................2-8
Programmable Automatic Door Locks................2-8
Rear Door Security Locks (Crew Cab)...............2-9
Lockout Protection..........................................2-9
Leaving Your Vehicle....................................2-10
Rear Doors (Extended Cab)...........................2-10
Tailgate.......................................................2-10
Windows........................................................2-12
Manual Windows..........................................2-12
Power Windows............................................2-13
Sliding Rear Window.....................................2-14
Sun Visors...................................................2-14
Theft-Deterrent Systems..................................2-14
Content Theft-Deterrent.................................2-14
Passlock
®....................................................2-16
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle................2-16
New Vehicle Break-In....................................2-16
Ignition Positions..........................................2-17
Starting Your Engine.....................................2-18
Engine Coolant Heater..................................2-20
Automatic Transmission Operation...................2-21
Manual Transmission Operation......................2-24Four-Wheel Drive..........................................2-26
Parking Brake..............................................2-29
Shifting Into Park (P)
(Automatic Transmission)............................2-30
Shifting Out of Park (P)
(Automatic Transmission)............................2-32
Parking Your Vehicle (Manual Transmission).......2-33
Parking Over Things That Burn.......................2-33
Engine Exhaust............................................2-34
Running Your Engine While You Are Parked.......2-34
Mirrors...........................................................2-36
Manual Rearview Mirror.................................2-36
Manual Rearview Mirror with OnStar
®..............2-36
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with
Compass and Temperature Display..............2-37
Outside Manual Mirrors..................................2-39
Outside Power Mirrors...................................2-40
Outside Convex Mirror...................................2-40
OnStar
®System.............................................2-41
Storage Areas................................................2-42
Glove Box...................................................2-42
Cupholder(s)................................................2-42
Front Armrest Storage Area...........................2-43
Assist Handles.............................................2-43
Rear Storage Area........................................2-43
Bed Rails....................................................2-43
Section 2 Features and Controls
2-1

OnStar®System
Your vehicle may have this feature. OnStar®uses
global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology,
wireless communications, and state of the art call
centers to provide you with a wide range of safety,
security, information and convenience services.
A complete OnStar
®user’s guide and the terms and
conditions of the OnStar®Subscription Service
Agreement are included in your OnStar®-equipped
vehicle’s glove box literature. For more information, visit
www.onstar.com, contact OnStar
®at 1-888-4-ONSTAR
(1-888-466-7827), or press the blue OnStar®button
to speak to an OnStar®advisor 24 hours a day,
7 days a week.
A completed Subscription Service Agreement is required
prior to delivery of OnStar
®services and prepaid
calling minutes are also required for OnStar®Personal
Calling and OnStar®Virtual Advisor use. Terms and
conditions of the Subscription Service Agreement can be
found at www.onstar.com.
OnStar®Services
One of the following plans is normally included for a
specic duration with each vehicle equipped with
OnStar
®. You can upgrade or extend your OnStar®
service plan to meet your needs.
Safe and Sound Plan

Automatic Notication of Air Bag Deployment
Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Stolen Vehicle Assistance
AccidentAssist
Remote Door Unlock
Remote Diagnostics
Online Concierge
Directions and Connections Plan

All Safe and Sound Plan services
Route Support
RideAssist
Information and Convenience Services
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Luxury and Leisure Plan

All Directions and Connections Plan services
Personal Concierge
OnStar®Personal Calling
With OnStar®Personal Calling, you have a safer way to
stay connected while driving. It’s a hands-free wireless
phone that’s integrated into your vehicle. You can place
calls nationwide using voice-activated dialing with no
contracts and no additional roaming charges. To nd out
more about OnStar
®Personal Calling, refer to the
OnStar®owner’s guide in your vehicle’s glove box, or
call OnStar®at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827).
OnStar®Virtual Advisor
With OnStar®Virtual Advisor you can listen to your
favorite news, entertainment and information topics,
such as traffic and weather reports. You are able
to listen and reply to your e-mail through your vehicle’s
speakers.
Storage Areas
Glove Box
To open the glove box, pull on the lever.
Cupholder(s)
Front Cupholders
Your vehicle may have two cupholders located on the
lower part of the front doors as well as two cupholders
located at the front end of the console. Vehicles
with bench seats may have cupholders attached to the
front of the center seat.
Rear Cupholders
If your vehicle is an extended cab or crew cab model,
your vehicle also has two rear cupholders. On crew cab
models, the cupholders are located at the front end
of the rear center seat cushion. On extended cab
models, the rear seat cupholders are located on top of
the rear center console.
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The main components of your vehicle’s instrument
panel are the following:
A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on page 3-21.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-5.
C. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 3-23.
D. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 3-4.
E. Passenger Side Air Bag. SeeAir Bag Systems
on page 1-60.
F. Park Brake Release. SeeParking Brake on
page 2-29.
G. Horn. SeeHorn on page 3-4.H. Traction Control Button or Four-Wheel Drive Buttons.
SeeTraction Control System (TCS) on page 4-9
andFour-Wheel Drive on page 2-26.
I. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on page 3-42.
J. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). SeeAshtrays
and Cigarette Lighter on page 3-17.
K. Climate Control System. SeeClimate Control
System on page 3-18.
L. Accessory Power Outlet. SeeAccessory Power
Outlets on page 3-16.
M. Air Bag Off Switch (Regular cab and rear seat
delete only). See “Air Bag Off Switch” under
Air Bag Systems on page 1-60.
N. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 2-42.
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Vehicle Identication
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)
This is the legal identier for your vehicle. It appears on
a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel, on
the driver’s side. You can see it if you look through the
windshield from outside your vehicle. The VIN also
appears on the Vehicle Certication and Service Parts
labels and the certicates of title and registration.
Engine Identication
The 8th character in your VIN is the engine code.
This code will help you identify your engine,
specications and replacement parts.
Service Parts Identication Label
You will nd this label on the inside of the glove box.
It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts. On this
label, you will nd the following:
VIN
Model designation
Paint information
Production options and special equipment
Be sure that this label is not removed from the vehicle.
Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
Notice:Don’t add anything electrical to your vehicle
unless you check with your dealer rst. Some
electrical equipment can damage your vehicle and
the damage wouldn’t be covered by your warranty.
Some add-on electrical equipment can keep other
components from working as they should.
Your vehicle has an air bag system. Before attempting to
add anything electrical to your vehicle, seeServicing
Your Air Bag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-72.
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(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, body door and fuel
door hinges, latches and locks (including glove box
and console doors), hood latch assembly, secondary
latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl and any
moving seat hardware. Lubricate hood safety lever
pivot and prop rod pivot and tailgate latch bolt, handle
assembly pivot points and hinges. More frequent
lubrication may be required when exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips
with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal
better and not stick or squeak.
(g)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a
problem. Have the system inspected and repaired
and the uid level checked. Add uid if needed.(h)Change automatic transmission uid and lter if the
vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, ush and rell cooling system. See Engine
Coolant on page 5-25for what to use. Inspect hoses.
Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap and ller neck.
Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap.
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Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving................4-18
Glove Box.....................................................2-42
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities.................................................... 7-5
GM Oil Life System™......................................3-38
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-4
Head Restraints............................................... 1-7
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.................... 3-7
Headlamps....................................................5-50
Bulb Replacement.......................................5-50
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Daytime Running Lamps...........................5-52
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-50
Heated Seats................................................... 1-5
Highbeam On Light.........................................3-35
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-37
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-38
Hitches..........................................................4-68
Hood
Checking Things Under................................5-10
Release.....................................................5-11
Horn............................................................... 3-4
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant
Recovery Tank............................................5-32
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator..................5-34How to Add Fluid....................................5-22, 5-23
How to Check................................5-20, 5-22, 5-65
How to Check and Add Fluid............................5-24
How to Check Lubricant..........................5-47, 5-49
How to Check Power Steering Fluid..................5-36
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.......5-18
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-16
Hydraulic Clutch.............................................5-24
Hydroplaning..................................................4-33
I
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine..........5-29
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine...............5-28
If the Light is Flashing.....................................3-32
If the Light Is On Steady.................................3-32
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard.........................4-42
If You Are Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow.......4-44
If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer.....................4-61
Ignition Positions.............................................2-17
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-34
Ination - Tire Pressure...................................5-64
Instrument Panel
Cluster.......................................................3-23
Overview..................................................... 3-2
Instrument Panel Brightness.............................3-15
Interior Lamps................................................3-15
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Securing a Child Restraint
Center Front Seat Position............................1-53
Designed for the LATCH System...........1-48, 1-51
Rear Seat Position......................................1-51
Right Front Seat Position......................1-54, 1-58
Security Light.................................................3-35
Security While You Travel.................................. 7-6
SERV (Service) 4WD (Four-Wheel Drive)...........3-41
SERV VEH (Service Vehicle)............................3-42
Service........................................................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of
Your Vehicle.............................................. 5-4
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-30
Publications Ordering Information...................7-11
Service Bulletins.............................................7-11
Service Manuals.............................................7-11
Setting Preset PTYs................................3-51, 3-60
Setting Preset Stations....................3-45, 3-48, 3-57
Setting the Time
Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS)............3-43
Radios without Radio Data
Systems (RDS)........................................3-43
Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)..........3-45, 3-49, 3-58
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................5-100Shift Speeds..................................................2-25
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-30
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-32
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster...........................1-18
Skidding........................................................4-14
Sliding Rear Windows.....................................2-14
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips.......................4-33
Spare Tire.....................................................5-93
Special Fabric Cleaning Problems.....................5-96
Specications, Capacities...............................5-108
Speedometer..................................................3-24
Stalling on an Incline.......................................4-26
Starting Your Engine...............................2-18, 2-19
Steering........................................................4-10
Steering in Emergencies..................................4-11
Steering Tips..................................................4-10
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-5
Storage Areas
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-42
Front Armrest Storage Area...........................2-43
Glove Box..................................................2-42
Rear Storage Area.......................................2-43
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire, Jack and Tools.......5-86
Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow......................4-44
Sun Visors.....................................................2-14
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