2010 GMC CANYON light

In Brief........................................................... 1-1
Instrument Panel
........................................ 1-2
Initial Drive Information
............................... 1-3
Vehicle Features
......................................1-15
Performance and Maintenance
...................1-17
Seats and Restraint System............................. 2-1
Front Seats
............................................... 2-2
Rear Seats
..............................................2-10
Safety Belts
.............................................2-13
Child Restraints
.......................................2-35
Airbag System
.........................................2-64
Restraint System Check
............................2-81
Features and Controls..................................... 3-1
Keys
........................................................ 3-2
Doors and Locks
....................................... 3-5
Windows
.................................................3-10
Theft-Deterrent Systems
............................3-13
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
...........3-16
Mirrors
....................................................3-36
Storage Areas
.........................................3-40
Sunroof
..................................................3-42Instrument Panel............................................. 4-1
Instrument Panel Overview
.......................... 4-3
Climate Controls
......................................4-16
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
........4-18
Driver Information Center (DIC)
..................4-33
Audio System(s)
.......................................4-42
Driving Your Vehicle....................................... 5-1
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle
....... 5-2
Towing
...................................................5-41
Service and Appearance Care.......................... 6-1
Service
..................................................... 6-3
Fuel
......................................................... 6-5
Checking Things Under the Hood
...............6-10
Rear Axle
...............................................6-47
Four-Wheel Drive
.....................................6-48
Front Axle
...............................................6-49
Headlamp Aiming
.....................................6-50
Bulb Replacement
....................................
6-50
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
.........6-55
Tires
......................................................6-57
2010 GMC Canyon Owner ManualM

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.
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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Instrument Panel..............................................1-2
Initial Drive Information....................................1-3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System................1-4
Door Locks....................................................1-4
Tailgate........................................................1-5
Windows.......................................................1-6
Seat Adjustment.............................................1-7
Heated Seats.................................................1-9
Head Restraint Adjustment...............................1-9
Safety Belt...................................................1-10
Sensing System for Passenger Airbag.............1-10
Mirror Adjustment.........................................1-11
Steering Wheel Adjustment............................1-12
Interior Lighting............................................1-12
Exterior Lighting...........................................1-13
Windshield Wiper/Washer...............................1-14
Climate Controls...........................................1-14Vehicle Features.............................................1-15
Radio(s)......................................................1-15
Satellite Radio..............................................1-16
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................1-16
Cruise Control..............................................1-17
Power Outlets..............................................1-17
Performance and Maintenance.........................1-17
Traction Control System (TCS).......................1-17
StabiliTrak
®..................................................1-18
Tire Pressure Monitor....................................1-18
Engine Oil Life System..................................1-19
Driving for Better Fuel Economy.....................1-19
Roadside Assistance Program........................1-20
OnStar
®......................................................1-20
Section 1 In Brief
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A.Outlet Adjustment on page 4-18.
B.Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 4-4.
C.Instrument Panel Cluster on page 4-19.
D.Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4-3.
E. Passenger Side Airbag. SeeAirbag System on
page 2-64.
F.Exterior Lamps on page 4-10.Fog Lamps on page 4-12
(If Equipped).Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 4-13.
G.Parking Brake on page 3-30.
H.Horn on page 4-3.
I.StabiliTrak
®System on page 5-6andFour-Wheel
Drive on page 3-25.
J.Audio System(s) on page 4-42.K. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped). SeeAshtray(s) and
Cigarette Lighter on page 4-16.
L.Climate Control System on page 4-16.
M.Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4-15.
N.Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4-23.
O.Glove Box on page 3-40.
Initial Drive Information
This section provides a brief overview about some of
the important features that may or may not be on your
specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of the
features which can be found later in this owner manual.
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Mirror Adjustment
Exterior Mirrors
Vehicles with power
outside mirrors have
controls located on the
driver door.
1. Move the selector switch to the L (left) or R (right)
to choose the driver or passenger mirror.
2. Press one of the four buttons located on the control
pad to move the mirror to the desired direction.
3. Return the selector switch to the center position
once the mirrors are adjusted.Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage
when going through an automatic car wash. To
fold, push the mirror toward the vehicle. Push the mirror
outward, to return to its original position.Interior Mirror
The automatic dimming inside rearview mirror will
automatically reduce the glare of lights from behind the
vehicle. SeeManual Rearview Mirror on page 3-36.
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Steering Wheel Adjustment
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Hold the steering wheel and pull the lever
toward you.
2. Move the steering wheel up or down into a
comfortable position.
3. Release the lever to lock the wheel in place.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
Interior Lighting
Dome Lamps
The dome lamps, located in the front and cargo area of
the vehicle, come on when any door is opened.
Turn the dome lamps on by turning the thumbwheel,
located next to the exterior lamps control, all the way up.
In this position, the lamps remain on whether a door
is opened or closed.
Reading Lamps
Press the lens on the lamps to turn each reading lamp
on or off.
These lamps will not come on with the dome lamps.
•Dome Lamp Override on page 4-14.
•Instrument Panel Brightness on page 4-13.
•Exit Lighting on page 4-14.
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Exterior Lighting
O:Turns off all exterior lamps including the Daytime
Running Lamps (DRL).
AUTO:Automatic operation of the headlamps and
other exterior lamps at normal brightness.
;:Manual operation of the parking lamps and other
exterior lamps.
2:Manual operation of the headlamps and other
exterior lamps.For more information, see:
•Exterior Lamps on page 4-10
•Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 4-11
•Automatic Headlamp System on page 4-12
•Fog Lamps on page 4-12
•Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 4-13
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StabiliTrak®
The Electronic Stability Control system assists with
directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving
conditions. The system turns on automatically every
time the vehicle is started.
•To turn off both traction control and Electronic
Stability Control, press and hold
duntildilluminates
and the appropriate DIC message is displayed.
SeeDIC Warnings and Messages on page 4-37.
•Press and release the button again to turn on both
systems.
For more information, seeStabiliTrak
®System on
page 5-6.
Tire Pressure Monitor
The Tire Pressure Monitor
alerts you when a
significant reduction in
pressure occurs in one or
more of the vehicle’s tires
by illuminating the low tire
pressure warning light on
the instrument cluster.
The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is
corrected. The proper tire pressures for your vehicle
are listed on the Tire and Loading Information label
located on the driver side center pillar (B pillar).
SeeLoading the Vehicle on page 5-33.
You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tire
pressure warning light will appear when the vehicle is
first started and then turn off as you drive. This may be
an early indicator that your tire pressures are getting
low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper
pressure.
Note:The Tire Pressure Monitor can alert you about
low tire pressure, but it does not replace normal monthly
tire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility to
maintain correct tire pressures.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor System on page 6-66andTire
Pressure Monitor Operation on page 6-67.
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