2017 GMC SIERRA 1500 4WD

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Trailer Brake :On vehicles with the
Integrated Trailer Brake Control
(ITBC) system, the trailer brake
display appears in the DIC.
TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer
gain setting. This setting can be
adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either
a trailer connected or disconnected.
OUTPUT shows the power output to
the trailer any time a trailer with
electric brakes is connected. Output
is displayed as a bar graph. Dashes
may appear in the OUTPUT display.
Speed Signs : Shows sign
information, which comes from a
roadway database in the onboard
navigation.
Following Distance : Used to
select the alert timing for the
Forward Collision Alert (FCA). See
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System 0293.
Blank Page : Shows no
information. Transmission Fluid Temperature
Gauge :
Shows the temperature of
the automatic transmission fluid in
either degrees Celsius (°C) or
degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
Off Road : Displays vehicle pitch
and roll information, road wheel
angle, and four-wheel drive (4WD)
status.Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed on the DIC
indicate the status of the vehicle or
some action may be needed to
correct a condition. Multiple
messages may appear one after
another.
The messages that do not require
immediate action can be
acknowledged and cleared by
pressing
V.
The messages that require
immediate action cannot be cleared
until that action is performed.
All messages should be taken
seriously and clearing the message
does not correct the problem.
The following are the possible
messages and some information
about them.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine,
see the Duramax diesel
supplement.

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shown on the Tire and Loading
Information label. SeeTires0383,
Vehicle Load Limits 0250, and Tire
Pressure 0391. The DIC also
shows the tire pressure values. See
Driver Information Center
(DIC) 0141.
Transmission Messages
4WD OFF
If equipped with four-wheel drive,
this message displays when the
four-wheel-drive system is
temporarily disabled due to an
overheated condition. The vehicle
will run in two-wheel drive when this
message is present. Once the
four-wheel-drive system cools down,
the message turns off and the
four-wheel-drive system returns to
normal operation.
4WD SHIFT IN PROGRESS
This message will display while the
four-wheel-drive system is shifting.
FOR 4WD LOW SHIFT TO
NEUTRAL
If a four-wheel drive shift into 4nis
requested, and the vehicle speed is
correct, but the transmission is not
in N (Neutral), this message will
display until the transmission is
shifted to N (Neutral).
FOR 4WD LOW SLOW TO XXX
If a four-wheel drive shift into 4nis
requested, but the vehicle speed is
too high, this message will display
until the correct vehicle speed is
reached.
GRADE BRAKING ACTIVE
This message displays when grade
braking has been activated while
driving on downhill grades. This
message will only appear the first
time the feature is activated in an
ignition cycle. See Tow/Haul Mode
0 273, Automatic Transmission
0 267, and Cruise Control 0287.
GRADE BRAKING OFF
This message displays when grade
braking has been disabled with the
Tow/Haul Mode button on the end of
the shift lever. See Tow/Haul Mode
0 273, Automatic Transmission
0 267, and Cruise Control 0287.
GRADE BRAKING ON
This message displays when grade
braking has been enabled with the
Tow/Haul Mode button on the end of
the shift lever. See Tow/Haul Mode
0 273, Automatic Transmission
0 267, and Cruise Control 0287.
SERVICE 4WD
If the vehicle has four-wheel drive,
this message may display if a
problem occurs with the
four-wheel-drive system. If this
message appears, stop as soon as
possible and turn off the vehicle.
Make sure the key is in the LOCK/
OFF position for at least
one minute, then restart the vehicle
and check for the message on the
DIC display. If the message is still
displayed or appears again when

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you begin driving, the
four-wheel-drive system needs
service. See your dealer.
SHIFT DENIED
This message displays when the
shift lever is in M (Manual Mode)
and a transmission range has been
selected that is unavailable at the
current vehicle speed.
TO EXIT 4WD LOW SHIFT TO
NEUTRAL
If a four-wheel drive shift out of 4nis
requested, and the vehicle speed is
correct, but the transmission is not
in N (Neutral), this message will
display until the transmission is
shifted to N (Neutral).
TO EXIT 4WD LOW SLOW
TO XXX
If a four-wheel drive shift out of 4nis
requested, but the vehicle speed is
too high, this message will display
until the correct vehicle speed is
reached.
TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE
ENGINE
This message displays and a chime
may sound if the transmission fluid
in the vehicle gets hot. Driving with
the transmission fluid temperature
high can cause damage to the
vehicle. Stop the vehicle and let it
idle to allow the transmission to
cool. This message clears and the
chime stops when the fluid
temperature reaches a safe level.
When towing, use Tow/Haul Mode
to prevent damage to the engine or
transmission. See Tow/Haul
Mode 0273.
VEHICLE IN 4WD LOW
This message will display if the
vehicle is driven in 4
nfor about
10 minutes above 72 km/h (45 mph).
Vehicle Reminder
Messages
CHECK TRAILER WIRING
On vehicles with the Integrated
Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system,
this message may display and a
chime may sound when one of the
following conditions exists:
. A trailer with electric brakes
becomes disconnected from the
vehicle.
‐If the disconnect occurs while
the vehicle is stopped, this
message clears itself after a
short time.
‐ If the disconnect occurs while
the vehicle is moving, this
message stays on until the
ignition is turned off.
. There is a short in the wiring to
the electric trailer brakes.
When this message displays, power
is no longer available to the trailer
brakes.

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Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer
Weight (c) GCWR (a)
1500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Long Box 4.3L V6 3.23 2 676 kg (5,900 lb) 4 990 kg (11,000 lb)
5.3L V8 –Conventional Trailer 3.08 3 084 kg (6,800 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb)
5.3L V8 –Gooseneck/Fifth-Wheel
Trailer 3.08 3 039 kg (6,700 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb)
5.3L V8 –Conventional Trailer 3.424 445 kg (9,800 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb)
5.3L V8 –Gooseneck/Fifth-Wheel
Trailer 3.42
4 400 kg (9,700 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb)
1500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 –Conventional Trailer 3.423 447 kg (7,600 lb) 5 806 kg (12,800 lb)
4.3L V6 –Gooseneck/Fifth-Wheel
Trailer 3.42
3 402 kg (7,500 lb) 5 806 kg (12,800 lb)
5.3L V8 3.082 994 kg (6,600 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb)
5.3L V8 3.423 901 kg (8,600 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb)
1500 Series 4WD Double Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 3.423 221 kg (7,100 lb) 5 806 kg (12,800 lb)
5.3L V8 3.082 812 kg (6,200 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb)
5.3L V8 –Conventional Trailer 3.424 173 kg (9,200 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb)

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Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer
Weight (c) GCWR (a)
1500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box 4.3L V6 3.42 3 175 kg (7,000 lb) 5 806 kg (12,800 lb)
5.3L V8 –Conventional Trailer 3.08 2 767 kg (6,100 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb)
5.3L V8 –Gooseneck/Fifth-Wheel
Trailer 3.08 2 722 kg (6,000 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb)
5.3L V8 –Conventional Trailer 3.424 128 kg (9,100 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb)
5.3L V8, 6-speed automatic
transmission –Gooseneck/
Fifth-Wheel Trailer 3.42
3 674 kg (8,100 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb)
5.3L V8, 8-speed automatic
transmission –Gooseneck/
Fifth-Wheel Trailer 3.42
3 765 kg (8,300 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb)
5.3L V8, 8-speed automatic
transmission with Enhanced
Towing Package 3.42
4 853 kg (10,700 lb) 7 575 kg (16,700 lb)
5.3L V8 –Conventional Trailer 3.734 899 kg (10,800 lb) 7 575 kg (16,700 lb)
5.3L V8 –Gooseneck/Fifth-Wheel
Trailer 3.73
4 853 kg (10,700 lb) 7 575 kg (16,700 lb)
6.2L V8 –Conventional Trailer 3.234 128 kg (9,100 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb)

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Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer
Weight (c) GCWR (a)
6.2L V8 –Gooseneck/Fifth-Wheel
Trailer 3.23 3 719 kg (8,200 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb)
6.2L V8 –Conventional Trailer 3.425 307 kg (11,700 lb) 8 029 kg (17,700 lb)
6.2L V8 –Gooseneck/Fifth-Wheel
Trailer 3.42
4 763 kg (10,500 lb) 8 029 kg (17,700 lb)
1500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Short Box (b) 4.3L V6 3.423 175 kg (7,000 lb) 5 806 kg (12,800 lb)
5.3L V8 3.082 767 kg (6,100 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb)
5.3L V8 3.424 128 kg (9,100 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb)
5.3L V8, 8-speed automatic
transmission with Enhanced
Towing Package 3.42
4 899 kg (10,800 lb) 7 575 kg (16,700 lb)
5.3L V8 3.734 899 kg (10,800 lb) 7 575 kg (16,700 lb)
6.2L V8 3.234 128 kg (9,100 lb) 6 804 kg (15,000 lb)
6.2L V8 3.425 307 kg (11,700 lb) 8 029 kg (17,700 lb)
1500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box 4.3L V6 3.423 357 kg (7,400 lb) 5 806 kg (12,800 lb)
5.3L V8 3.082 948 kg (6,500 lb) 5 443 kg (12,000 lb)

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Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer
Weight (c) GCWR (a)
6.0L V8 –Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.106 532 kg (14,400 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
2500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 3.734 400 kg (9,700 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 –Conventional Trailer 4.106 486 kg (14,300 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
6.0L V8 –Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.106 441 kg (14,200 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
2500 Series 4WD Double Cab Standard Box 6.0L V8 3.734 400 kg (9,700 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 –Conventional Trailer 4.105 897 kg (13,000 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
6.0L V8 –Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.106 441 kg (14,200 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
2500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Standard Box 6.0L V8 3.734 309 kg (9,500 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 –Conventional Trailer 4.105 897 kg (13,000 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
6.0L V8 –Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.106 350 kg (14,000 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
2500 Series 4WD Regular Cab Long Box
6.0L V8 3.734 536 kg (10,000 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 –Conventional Trailer 4.106 577 kg (14,500 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
6.0L V8 –Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.106 577 kg (14,500 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)

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Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer
Weight (c) GCWR (a)
2500 Series 4WD Double Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 3.73 4 354 kg (9,600 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 –Conventional Trailer 4.10 6 396 kg (14,100 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
6.0L V8 –Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.106 396 kg (14,100 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
2500 Series 4WD Crew Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 3.734 264 kg (9,400 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 –Conventional Trailer 4.106 305 kg (13,900 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
6.0L V8 –Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.106 305 kg (13,900 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
3500 Series 2WD Regular Cab Long Box 6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 3.734 581 kg (10,100 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 (Single Rear Wheels) 4.106 577 kg (14,500 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 3.734 445 kg (9,800 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 (Dual Rear Wheels) 4.106 486 kg (14,300 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
3500 Series 2WD Crew Cab Standard Box
6.0L V8 3.734 400 kg (9,700 lb) 7 530 kg (16,600 lb)
6.0L V8 –Conventional Trailer 4.105 897 kg (13,000 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)
6.0L V8 Fifth-Wheel Trailer 4.106 441 kg (14,200 lb) 9 571 kg (21,100 lb)