2016 GMC SAVANA ABS

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232 Vehicle Care
Replacing Brake System Parts
Always replace brake system parts
with new, approved replacement
parts. If this is not done, the brakes
may not work properly. The braking
performance expected can change
in many other ways if the wrong
replacement brake parts are
installed or if parts are improperly
installed.
Brake Fluid
The brake master cylinder reservoir
is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid. See
Engine Compartment Overview
0216 for the location of the
reservoir.
There are only two reasons why the
brake fluid level in the reservoir may
go down: .
Normal brake lining wear. When
new linings are installed, the
fluid level goes back up.
. A fluid leak in the brake
hydraulic system. Have the
brake hydraulic system fixed.
With a leak, the brakes will not
work well.
Always clean the brake fluid
reservoir cap and the area around
the cap before removing it.
Do not top off the brake fluid.
Adding fluid does not correct a leak.
If fluid is added when the linings are
worn, there will be too much fluid
when new brake linings are
installed. Add or remove fluid, as
necessary, only when work is done
on the brake hydraulic system.
{Warning
If too much brake fluid is added, it
can spill on the engine and burn,
if the engine is hot enough. You
or others could be burned, and
the vehicle could be damaged. (Continued)
Warning (Continued)
Add brake fluid only when work is
done on the brake hydraulic
system.
When the brake fluid falls to a low
level, the brake warning light comes
on. See Brake System Warning
Light 0102.
Brake fluid absorbs water over time.
Replace brake fluid at the specified
intervals to prevent increased
stopping distance. See Maintenance
Schedule 0294.
Checking Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid by looking at the
brake fluid reservoir. See Engine
Compartment Overview 0216.

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238 Vehicle Care
Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement
bulbs, seeReplacement
Bulbs 0242.
For any bulb-changing procedure
not listed in this section, contact
your dealer.
Halogen Bulbs
{Warning
Halogen bulbs have pressurized
gas inside and can burst if you
drop or scratch the bulb. You or
others could be injured. Be sure
to read and follow the instructions
on the bulb package.
Headlamps
Composite Headlamp
1. High-Beam Headlamp
2. Low-Beam Headlamp
To remove the headlamp assembly
from the vehicle and access the
bulbs: 1. Open the hood. See Hood 0215.
2. Remove the two bolts from the
headlamp assembly.
3. Lift the headlamp assembly to release the lower tabs from the
radiator support.
4. Turn the headlamp forward and upward to remove it from the
grille.

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5. Disconnect the electricalconnector.
6. Turn the bulb counterclockwise one-quarter turn to remove it
from the headlamp assembly.
7. Install the new bulb into the headlamp assembly and
connect the electrical
connector.
8. Reverse the steps to reinstall the headlamp assembly.
To prevent headlamp vibration
and shortened bulb life, be
sure to insert the headlamp assembly tabs in the slots at
the lower portion of the
housing.
Sealed-Beam Headlamp
1. Headlamp Retainer Screws
2. Headlamp Retainer
3. Sealed-Beam
Headlamp Bulb
To replace one of these bulbs:
1. Remove the four screws (1) from the headlamp retainer (2).
Pull the retainer (2) out and set
it aside. 2. Pull the bulb (3) forward to gain
access to the electrical
connector.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector (2) and remove the
headlamp bulb (1).
4. Reverse Steps 1–3 to reinstall the headlamp.

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The vehicle may not be equipped
with all of the fuses, relays, and
features shown.Fuses Usage
1 ABS motor
2 ABS module
3 Right trailer stoplamp/Turnlamp
4 –
5 –
6 Fuel system control module/Ignition
7 Body control module 5
8 Body control module 7
9 Body control module 4
10 Instrument cluster 11 Trailer wiring
12 Interior rear vision camera module
13 –
14 Windshield washer Fuses Usage
16 Horn
17 Transmission
18 A/C
19 Engine control module battery
20 –
21 Left trailer stoplamp/Turnlamp
22 –
23 –
24 Fuel pump
25 Auxiliary power outlet
26 Body control module 3
27 Special equipment option
28 Airbag
29 Steering wheel sensor
30 Engine control module/Ignition/
Glow plug module Fuses Usage
31 Transmission control module/
Ignition
32 Transmission control module
battery
33 Rear parking aid module
34 –
35 Fuel operated heater module
36 Fuel system control module battery
41 –
42 Trailer wiring
43 Cooling fan–high
44 Starter solenoid
45 Engine control module/Powertrain
46 –
47 Cooling fan–low
51 Left high-beam headlamp

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Front Flat:Assemble the
jack (1) together with the jack
handle (5), one or two
extension(s) (3), and the wheel
wrench (4).
Rear Flat: Assemble the
jack (1) together with the jack
handle (5), two extensions (3),
and the wheel wrench (4).
Front Position
Front Position
Rear Position
Rear Alternative Position (Diesel
Vehicles)
4. Position the jack under the vehicle, as shown.
The front position jacking point
is on the frame. The rear
position jacking point is on the
rear axle.
If the exhaust system interferes
with the jack location in the
rear axle, such as in Diesel
vehicles, place the jack (1) on
the rear axle between the axle
housing and the shock
absorber bracket in order to
avoid any interference with the
exhaust pipe (2).

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284 Vehicle Care
Dolly Towing
Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the
Ground)
To tow the vehicle from the rear:1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly
manufacturer's instructions.
2. Drive the rear wheels onto the dolly.
3. Firmly set the parking brake. See Parking Brake 0188.
4. Put the transmission in P (Park). 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly
following the manufacturer's
instructions.
6. Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to
ensure that the front wheels
are locked into the straight
position.
7. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.
If the tow vehicle will not be
started or driven for six weeks
or more, remove the battery
cable from the negative
terminal (post) of the battery to
prevent the battery from
draining while towing.
Appearance Care
Exterior Care
Locks
Locks are lubricated at the factory.
Use a de-icing agent only when
absolutely necessary, and have the
locks greased after using. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0302.
Washing the Vehicle
To preserve the vehicle's finish,
wash it often and out of direct
sunlight.
Caution
Do not use petroleum-based,
acidic, or abrasive cleaning
agents as they can damage the
vehicle's paint, metal, or plastic
parts. If damage occurs, it would
not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Approved cleaning
products can be obtained from
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Index 333
IndexA
Accessories andModifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 211
Additional Information OnStar
®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . 223
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
Airbag System
Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
How Does an AirbagRestrain? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . 56
Airbags Adding Equipment to the
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Light On-Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
On-Off Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
On-Off Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Airbags (cont'd)
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Servicing Airbag-Equipped
Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
All-Terrain Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Antenna Fixed Mast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 187 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Appearance Care Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 284
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Assistance Program, Roadside . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Audio Theft-Deterrent Feature . . . . . . . 131
Audio Players CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Automatic
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 182
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . 220

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LATCH, Lower Anchors andTethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Lighter, Cigarette . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Lighting Entry/Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Lights
Airbag On-Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Antilock Brake System(ABS) Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . 102
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . 104
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . 124
Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . 98
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
StabiliTrak
®OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak
®. . . . . . . . . . 104
Locking Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Locks
Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cargo Door Relocking . . . . . . . . . . 29
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 105
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
M
MaintenanceRecords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 304
Maintenance and Care Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 299
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . 294 Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . 100
Manual Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 185
Manual Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Messages Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115 Messages (cont'd)
Battery Voltage and
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . .112
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Key and Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114
Object Detection System . . . . . .114
Ride Control System . . . . . . . . . . .114
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Service Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .117
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Vehicle Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
Mirrors Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Trailer Tow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . 36