2016 GMC TERRAIN Get To Know Guide

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Automatic Transmission Features
Electronic Range Select (ERS) Mode
The Electronic Range Select mode allows the driver to manually select the range of gear positions . This feature can be used to limit the top gear while towing or to downshift when driving on a downhill grade to provide engine braking . ERS is not designed to provide sportier
performance or to be used to shift gears similar to a manual transmission.
Move the shift lever to the Manual (M) position .
Press the +/– button (B) on the shift lever to increase/decrease the gear range available . All gears below the selected gear will be available to use .
If vehicle speed is too high or too low for the requested gear, the shift will not occur .
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
Fuel Economy (eco) Mode
The Fuel Economy (eco) mode (on 4-cylinder models only) can improve the vehicle’s fuel economy by changing the transmission shift points, adjusting climate control operation and making
sev eral other fuel-saving adjustments . When eco mode is engaged, transmis-sion shifts may be more noticeable and more noise and vibration at idle may be experienced .
Press the eco button (A) by the shift lever to turn the eco mode on or off . The eco light will illuminate on the instrument cluster when active .
Cruise Control
Adjusting Cruise Control
RES+ Resume/Accelerate
Rotate the thumbwheel up to resume a set speed .
When the system is active, rotate the thumbwheel up to increase speed .
SET– Set/Coast
When the system is active, rotate the thumbwheel down to decrease speed .
Cancel
Press to cancel the cruise control but retain the set speed in memory .
The cruise control set speed is erased when cruise control or the vehicle ignition is turned off .
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
Setting Cruise Control
1 . Press the ON/OFF button . The Cruise Control symbol will illuminate in white in the instrument cluster .
2 . When traveling at the desired speed, rotate the SET– thumbwheel down to set the speed . The symbol will illuminate in green in the instrument cluster .
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Passenger Presence System
The passenger’s frontal airbag On indicator located on the overhead console may illuminate if an object, such as a handbag, briefcase, notebook computer or other electronic device, is on the unoccupied front seat . If this is not desired, remove the object from the seat .
See Seats and Restraints in your Owner Manual.
Accessory Power Outlets
There are four accessory power outlets in the vehicle — located below the audio system, inside the center console, on the rear of the center console, and in the rear cargo area . All of the outlets except the rear cargo area outlet are not powered when the vehicle is off to avoid draining the battery . Always unplug electrical equipment when not in use .
See Instruments and Controls in your Owner Manual.
Parking Brake
To set the parking brake, hold down the regular brake pedal; then push down the
parking brake pedal .
To release the parking brake, hold down the regular brake pedal; then push down the parking brake pedal until you feel the pedal release .
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
StabiliTrak®/Traction Control Systems
Turning the Systems Off/On
Traction control should be turned off if the vehicle is stuck and rocking the vehicle is required .
Press the StabiliTrak/Traction Control button . The Traction Control Off light will illuminate in the instru-ment cluster . Press the button again to turn on the system .
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
The traction control system limits wheelspin and the StabiliTrak stability control system assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Both systems turn on automatically every time the vehicle is started .

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The Low Tire Pressure warning light on the instrument cluster illuminates when one or more of the vehicle’s tires is significantly underinflated. Fill the tires to the proper tire pressures as listed on the Tire and Loading Information label, located below the driver’s door latch . Current tire pressures can be viewed in the Driver Information Center .
Tire pressure is affected by cold weather and distance driven . If the low tire pressure
warning light illuminates when the vehicle is first started in cooler temperatures and then turns off as the vehicle is driven, check for the proper tire pressures .
Refer to your Owner Manual for additional information about normal monthly tire maintenance.
See Vehicle Care in your Owner Manual.
The roof rack cross rails can be secured in four positions along the roof rack side rails . When adjusting the cross rails, slide each cross rail slightly back and forth until the lock pins fully engage the holes . An audible click will be heard .
To help reduce wind noise when not in use, move the front cross rail to the forwardmost
position and the rear cross rail to the rearwardmost position .
See Storage in your Owner Manual.
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The Oil Life System calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays Change Engine Oil Soon on the Driver Information Center when it’s necessary to change the engine oil and filter. The Oil Life System should be reset to 100% only following an oil change .
See Vehicle Care in your Owner Manual.
Engine Oil Life System
Tire Pressure Monitor
To open the fuel door, press the dimple in the center of the rear edge of the door . The fuel door will pop out . Pull the door open .
When tightening the fuel cap after refueling, turn it clockwise until it clicks . If the cap is not properly installed, the Check Engine light will illuminate on the instrument cluster .
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
Refueling the Vehicle
Wind Noise
If a rear window is open, there may be a buffeting wind noise inside the vehicle . Opening a front window slightly when a rear window is open will prevent this noise from occurring .
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner Manual.
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Roadside Assistance
1-888-881-3302 TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
As the owner of a new GMC, your vehicle is automatically enrolled in the GMC Roadside Assistance program for 5 years/60,000 miles, whichever occurs first, at no expense to you. GMC’s Roadside Assistance toll-free number is staffed by a team of trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, to provide minor repair
information or make arrangements to tow your vehicle to the nearest GMC dealer .
Roadside Assistance and OnStar
If you have a current OnStar subscription, press the OnStar button and the vehicle will send your current GPS location to an OnStar Advisor who will speak to you, assess your problem, contact Roadside Assistance and relay your exact location so you will get the help you need .
GMC Owner Center
The GMC Owner Center, a complimentary service for GMC owners, is a one-stop resource designed to enhance your GMC ownership experience. Exclusive member
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Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your ve\
hicle . Please read your Owner Manual for complete instructions . All information contained herein is based on the latest information ava\
ilable at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice . Copyright 2015 General Motors . All rights reserved .
We recommend always using ACDelco or genuine GM service parts.
myGMC and OnStar® Mobile Apps
The myGMC and OnStar RemoteLink mobile apps connect owners to a
variety of vehicle information and services, such as a searchable Owner Manual, real-time fuel information and Roadside Assistance, as well as enabling users to perform Remote Keyless Entry transmitter commands, including locking and unlocking the doors and starting the vehicle .
An active OnStar account is required to use the OnStar mobile app . Visit onstar.com for more information . Download the mobile apps from your compatible device’s app store .