2009 GMC ENVOY brake light

Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found on
the vehicle and what they mean. For more information
on the symbol, refer to the index.
0:Adjustable Pedals
9:Airbag Readiness Light
#:Air Conditioning
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
g:Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar®
$:Brake System Warning Light
":Charging System
I:Cruise Control
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
O:Exterior Lamps
#:Fog Lamps
.:Fuel Gage
+:Fuses
i:Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
j:LATCH System Child Restraints
*:Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
}:Power
/:Remote Vehicle Start
>:Safety Belt Reminders
7:Tire Pressure Monitor
F:Traction Control
M:Windshield Washer Fluid
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To heat only the seatback, press the vertical button with
the heated seatback symbol. An indicator light on the
button will come on to designate that only the seatback
is being heated. Additional presses will cycle through
the heat levels for the seatback only.
The feature will shut off automatically when the ignition
is turned off.
Memory Seat
If your vehicle has this
feature, the controls for
the memory function
are located on the
driver door.
These buttons are used to program and recall memory
settings for the driver’s seating position and the
adjustable pedals, if equipped. The settings for these
features can be saved for up to two drivers.To store the memory settings:
1. Adjust the driver’s seat, including the seatback
recliner and lumbar and the adjustable pedals, if
equipped, to the desired position.
SeeAdjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on
page 2-23for more information.
2. Press and hold the 1 or 2 button of the memory
control for three seconds. A double chime will sound
to let you know that the position has been stored.
To repeat the procedure for a second driver, follow the
preceding steps, but press the other numbered memory
control button.
To recall the memory settings, do one of the following:
Press and release button 1 or 2 while the vehicle is in
(P) Park. A single chime will sound and the memory
position will be recalled.
If programmed to do so through the Driver
Information Center (DIC), pressing the unlock button
on the remote keyless entry transmitter will recall the
preset driver’s memory seat and adjustable pedals
position. The numbers on the back of the
transmitters, 1 or 2, correspond to the numbers on
the memory controls.
If programmed to do so through the DIC, placing the
key in the ignition will recall the driver’s memory seat
and adjustable pedals positions.
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Ignition Positions
The ignition switch has
four different positions.
Press the brake pedal, and turn the ignition to ON/RUN
to shift out of P (Park).
Notice:Using a tool to force the key to turn in the
ignition could cause damage to the switch or
break the key. Use the correct key, make sure it is
all the way in, and turn it only with your hand. If the
key cannot be turned by hand, see your
dealer/retailer.A (LOCK/OFF):This position locks the ignition and
transmission. The key can only be removed in
LOCK/OFF.
The steering can bind with the wheels turned off center.
If this happens, move the steering wheel from right to
left while turning the key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If
this doesn’t work, then the vehicle needs service.
B (ACC/ACCESSORY):This is the position in which
you can operate electrical accessories.
C (ON/RUN):This position can be used to operate the
electrical accessories and to display some instrument
panel warning and indicator lights. The switch stays
in this position when the engine is running.
If you leave the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or
ON/RUN position with the engine off, the battery could
be drained. You may not be able to start the vehicle
if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period
of time.
D (START):This is the position that starts the engine.
When the engine starts, release the key. The ignition
switch returns to ON/RUN for driving.
A warning tone will sound when the driver door is
opened, the ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or
LOCK/OFF and the key is in the ignition.
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4n(Four-Wheel Low):This setting also engages the
front axle and delivers extra torque. It sends maximum
power to all four wheels. You might choose this setting if
you are driving off-road in deep sand, deep mud, and
climbing or descending steep hills.
{CAUTION:
Shifting the transfer case to Neutral can cause the
vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in
P (Park). You or someone else could be seriously
injured. Be sure to set the parking brake before
placing the transfer case in Neutral. SeeParking
Brake on page 2-33.
Neutral:Shift the vehicle’s transfer case to Neutral only
when towing the vehicle. SeeRecreational Vehicle
Towing on page 4-38for more information.An indicator light in the knob will show you which
position the transfer case is in. The indicator lights will
come on briey when you turn on the ignition and
one will stay on. If the lights do not come on, you should
take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer for service. An
indicator light will ash while shifting the transfer case. It
will stay on when the shift is complete. If the transfer
case cannot make a requested shift, it will return to the
last chosen setting.
If the service Four-Wheel Drive Warning Light on the
instrument panel cluster stays on, you should take
the vehicle to your dealer/retailer for service. See
Service Four-Wheel Drive Warning Light on page 3-44
for further information.
Shifting Into Four-Wheel High or Automatic
Four-Wheel Drive
Turn the knob to Four-Wheel High or Automatic
Four-Wheel Drive. This can be done at any speed
unless you are shifting out of Four-Wheel Low. The
indicator light will ash while shifting. It will remain on
when the shift is complete.
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Shifting into Neutral
Before shifting the transfer case to Neutral, rst make
sure the vehicle is parked so that it will not roll.
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Start the vehicle.
3. Put the transmission in N (Neutral).
4. Shift the transfer case to Two-Wheel High.
5. Turn the transfer case knob all of the way past
Four-Wheel Low and hold it there for a minimum
of 10 seconds. The Neutral indicator light will
come on.
6. With the engine running, shift the transmission to
R (Reverse) for one second, then shift the
transmission to D (Drive) for one second, to ensure
that the transfer case is in Neutral.
7. Turn the engine off, by turning the key to
ACC/ACCESSORY.
8. Place the transmission shift lever in P (Park).
9. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
Shifting Out of Neutral
To shift the transfer case out of Neutral, do the following:
1. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake
pedal.
2. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN with the engine off.
3. Put the transmission in N (Neutral).
4. Turn the transfer case knob to the desired position
(Two-Wheel High, Four-Wheel High, or Auto
Four-Wheel Drive).
5. After the transfer case has shifted out of Neutral,
the indicator light will go out.
6. Release the parking brake.
7. Start the engine and shift the transmission to the
desired position.
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Parking Brake
To set the parking brake,
hold the regular brake
pedal down with your foot
and pull up on the parking
brake lever located
between the seats.
To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake
pedal down. Pull the parking brake lever up until you can
press in the button at the end of the lever. Hold the
button in as you move the parking brake lever all the
way down.If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light on
the instrument panel cluster will come on. SeeBrake
System Warning Light on page 3-35.
Notice:Driving with the parking brake on can
overheat the brake system and cause premature
wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that
the parking brake is fully released and the brake
warning light is off before driving.
If you are towing a trailer and you must park on a hill,
seeTowing a Trailer on page 4-46.
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Brake System Warning Light..........................3-35
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light.....3-36
StabiliTrak
®Service Light...............................3-36
StabiliTrak®Indicator Light.............................3-37
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-37
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-38
Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-38
Oil Pressure Gage........................................3-42
Change Engine Oil Light................................3-43
Security Light...............................................3-43
Cruise Control Light......................................3-43
Reduced Engine Power Light.........................3-44
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-44
Service Four-Wheel Drive Warning Light..........3-44
Check Gages Warning Light...........................3-45
Gate Ajar Light.............................................3-45
Fuel Gage...................................................3-46
Low Fuel Warning Light.................................3-47
Check Gas Cap Light....................................3-47Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-47
DIC Operation and Displays...........................3-48
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-51
DIC Vehicle Customization.............................3-56
Audio System(s).............................................3-62
Setting the Clock..........................................3-63
Radio(s)......................................................3-64
Using an MP3..............................................3-80
XM Radio Messages.....................................3-84
Navigation/Radio System...............................3-86
Bluetooth
®...................................................3-86
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System...........3-96
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)................................3-109
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-110
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................3-110
Radio Reception.........................................3-111
Fixed Mast Antenna....................................3-112
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-112
Chime Level Adjustment...............................3-112
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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The main components of the instrument panel are the following:
A.Headlamps on page 3-13.Dome Lamp Override
on page 3-16.Instrument Panel Brightness on
page 3-16.Fog Lamps on page 3-15(If Equipped).
B.Outlet Adjustment on page 3-26.
C.Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 3-7.
D. OnStar
®and Audio Steering Wheel Controls.
SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-110.
E.Instrument Panel Cluster on page 3-28.
F.Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-110.
G.Ignition Positions on page 2-21.
H.Audio System(s) on page 3-62.
I.Dual Climate Control System on page 3-19.
J.Hood Release on page 5-11.
K. Driver Information Center (DIC) Steering Wheel
Controls. SeeDriver Information Center (DIC)
on page 3-47.L. Transfer Case Controls. See “Automatic Transfer
Case” underFour-Wheel Drive on page 2-28.
M. Shift Lever and StabiliTrak
®(If Equipped) Button.
SeeShifting Into Park on page 2-34andStabiliTrak®
System on page 4-6.
N. Lighter. SeeAshtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on
page 3-19.
O.Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-18.
P.Parking Brake on page 2-33.
Q. Rear Window Washer/Wiper. SeeWindshield
Washer on page 3-9.
R. Rear Window Defogger. SeeDual Climate Control
System on page 3-19andDual Automatic Climate
Control System on page 3-22.
S.Glove Box on page 2-51.
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