2021 GMC SAVANA run flat

GMC Savana Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-14583543) -
2021 - crc - 7/10/20
74 Instruments and Controls
When the engine is not running, but the
ignition is on, this gauge shows the
battery's state of charge in DC volts.
When the engine is running, the gauge
shows the condition of the charging system.
Readings between the low and high warning
zones indicate the normal operating range.
Readings in the low warning zone may occur
when a large number of electrical
accessories are operating in the vehicle and
the engine is left at an idle for an extended
period. This condition is normal since the
charging system is not able to provide full
power at engine idle. As engine speeds are
increased, this condition should correct itself
as higher engine speeds allow the charging
system to create maximum power.
The vehicle can be only driven for a short
time with the reading in either warning
zone. If it must be driven, turn off all
unnecessary accessories.
Readings in either warning zone indicate a
possible problem in the electrical system.
Have the vehicle serviced as soon as
possible.Seat Belt Reminders
Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light
There is a seat belt reminder light on the
instrument cluster.
When the vehicle is started, this light
flashes and a chime may come on to remind
the driver to fasten their seat belt. Then the
light stays on solid until the belt is buckled.
This cycle may continue several times if the
driver remains or becomes unbuckled while
the vehicle is moving.
If the driver seat belt is buckled, neither the
light nor the chime comes on.
Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an electrical
problem with the airbag system. The system
check includes the airbag sensor(s), the
pretensioners (if equipped), the airbag
modules, the wiring, and the crash sensingand diagnostic module. For more
information on the airbag system, see
Airbag System
036.
The airbag readiness light comes on for
several seconds when the vehicle is started.
If the light does not come on then, have it
fixed immediately.
{Warning
If the airbag readiness light stays on
after the vehicle is started or comes on
while driving, it means the airbag system
might not be working properly. The
airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in
a crash, or they could even inflate
without a crash. To help avoid injury,
have the vehicle serviced right away.
If there is a problem with the airbag
system, a Driver Information Center (DIC)
message may also display.

GMC Savana Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-14583543) -
2021 - crc - 7/10/20
134 Driving and Operating
Certification/Tire Label
A vehicle specific Certification/Tire label
is attached to the rear edge of the
driver door. The label may show the
size of the vehicle's original tires and
the inflation pressures needed to obtain
the gross weight capacity of the
vehicle. This is called Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR
includes the weight of the vehicle, all
occupants, fuel, and cargo.
The Certification/Tire label also may
show the maximum weights for the
front and rear axles, called Gross Axle
Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out theactual loads on the front and rear axles,
you need to go to a weigh station and
weigh the vehicle. Your dealer can help
you with this. Be sure to spread out the
load equally on both sides of the
centerline.
{Warning
Things you put inside the vehicle can
strike and injure people in a sudden
stop or turn, or in a crash.
.Put things in the cargo area of the
vehicle. Try to spread the weight
evenly.
.Never stack heavier things, like
suitcases, inside the vehicle so
that some of them are above the
tops of the seats.
.Do not leave an unsecured child
restraint in the vehicle.
.When you carry something inside
the vehicle, secure it whenever
you can.
.Do not leave a seat folded down
unless you need to. Add-On Equipment
When carrying removable items, a limit
on how many people carried inside the
vehicle may be necessary. Be sure to
weigh the vehicle before buying and
installing the new equipment.
Starting and Operating
New Vehicle Break-In
Caution
The vehicle does not need an elaborate
break-in. But it will perform better in the
long run if you follow these guidelines:
.Keep the vehicle speed at 88 km/h
(55 mph) or less for the first 805 km
(500 mi).
.Do not drive at any one constant
speed, fast or slow, for the first
805 km (500 mi). Do not make
full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting
to brake or slow the vehicle.
.Avoid making hard stops for the first
322 km (200 mi) or so. During this
time the new brake linings are not yet
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GMC Savana Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-14583543) -
2021 - crc - 7/10/20
236 Vehicle Care
After installing the spare tire on the vehicle,
stop as soon as possible and check that the
spare is correctly inflated. The spare tire is
made to perform well at speeds up to
112 km/h (70 mph) at the recommended
inflation pressure, so you can finish
your trip.
Have the damaged or flat road tire repaired
or replaced back onto the vehicle, as soon as
possible, so the spare tire will be available
in case it is needed again.
Do not mix tires and wheels of different
sizes, because they will not fit. Keep the
spare tire and its wheel together.
If this vehicle has a spare tire that does not
match the original road tires and wheels in
size and type, do not include the spare in
the tire rotation.
Jump Starting
Jump Starting - North America
For more information about the vehicle
battery, seeBattery - North America 0198.
If the vehicle battery has run down, you
may want to use another vehicle and some
jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure
to use the following steps to do it safely.
{Warning
WARNING: Battery posts, terminals, and
related accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Batteries also contain other chemicals
known to the State of California to cause
cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING.
For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/
passenger-vehicle.
See California Proposition 65 Warning 0178
and the back cover.
{Warning
Batteries can hurt you. They can be
dangerous because:
.They contain acid that can burn you.
.They contain gas that can explode or
ignite.
.They contain enough electricity to
burn you.
If you do not follow these steps exactly,
some or all of these things can hurt you.
Caution
Ignoring these steps could result in costly
damage to the vehicle that would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty. Trying
to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling
it will not work, and it could damage the
vehicle.
1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground
system.
Caution
If the other vehicle does not have a
12-volt system with a negative ground,
both vehicles can be damaged. Only use
a vehicle that has a 12-volt system with a
negative ground for jump starting.
2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the
vehicles are not touching each other.
If they are, it could cause a ground
connection you do not want. You would
not be able to start your vehicle, and the
bad grounding could damage the
electrical systems.

GMC Savana Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-14583543) -
2021 - crc - 7/10/20
284 Index
Engine (cont'd)Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 261
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186
Oil Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 141
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Enhanced Technology Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . 95
F
Fan Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Fast Idle System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138 Filter,
Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Fixed Mast Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Fluid Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . . 186, 189
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Power Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . .154
Frequency Statement Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Front Seats Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Front Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Front Turn Signal Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Economy, Driving for Better . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . 160
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158 Fuel (cont'd)
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 158
Top Tier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 157
Full-Size Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Fuses
Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . 206
Floor Console Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 205
G
GaugesEngine Coolant Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Voltmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
Warning Lights and Indicators . . . . . . . . . . 70
General Information Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160