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GMC Sierra/Sierra Denali 1500 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./
Canada/Mexico-15883563) - 2022 - CRC - 11/19/21
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 196
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 204
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
Service and Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 424
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 438
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 442
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 450
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453
Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 458
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 461
Introduction
The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle
model names, and vehicle body designs
appearing in this manual including, but not
limited to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the GMC
Truck Emblem, SIERRA, and DENALI are
trademarks and/or service marks of General
Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates,
or licensors.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute
the name“General Motors of Canada
Company” for GMC Division wherever it
appears in this manual.
This manual describes features that may or
may not be on the vehicle because of
optional equipment that was not purchased
on the vehicle, model variants, country
specifications, features/applications that may
not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner’s
manual, including changes in standard or
optional content.
If the vehicle has the Duramax diesel
engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement
for additional and specific information on
this engine.
Refer to the purchase documentation
relating to your specific vehicle to confirm
the features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick
reference.
Canadian Vehicle Owners
A French language manual can be obtained
from your dealer, at www.helminc.com,
or from:
Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide
en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à
l'adresse suivante:
Litho in U.S.A.
Part No. 84719636 A First Printing©2021 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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the instrument panel. The information
appears as an image focused out toward the
front of the vehicle.
Caution
If you try to use the HUD image as a
parking aid, you may misjudge the
distance and damage your vehicle. Do not
use the HUD image as a parking aid.
The HUD information can be displayed in
various languages. The speedometer reading
and other numerical values can be displayed
in either English or metric units.
The language selection is changed through
the radio, and the units of measurement is
changed through the instrument cluster. See
Settings (Uplevel Radio) 0187 or
Settings (Base Radio) 0185 and “Options”
under Instrument Cluster (Base Level) 0109
or Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0110.
HUD Display on the Windshield
Depending on how the vehicle is equipped,
the HUD may display some of the following
vehicle information and vehicle messages or
alerts:
.Speed
.Audio
.Phone
.Navigation
.Driver Assistance Features
.Vehicle Messages
Some vehicle messages or alerts displayed in
the HUD may be cleared by using the
steering wheel controls.
The HUD control is to the left of the
steering wheel.
To adjust the HUD image: 1. Adjust the driver seat.
2. Start the engine.
3. Use the following settings to adjust the HUD.
$:Press or pull to center the HUD image.
The HUD image can only be adjusted up and
down, not side to side.
!: Press to select the display view. Each
press will change the display view.
D: Pull and hold to brighten the display.
Press and hold to dim the display. Continue
to hold to turn the display off.

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To play music via Bluetooth:1. Power on the device.
2. Touch Audio on the infotainment display home page.
3. Touch Bluetooth from the Audio home page.
4. Touch Connect to Bluetooth if there is no device connected and follow the screen
prompts to pair the device.
Browse content from the Bluetooth device.
Use the infotainment controls to start/stop
or select previous/next track.
Manage Bluetooth Devices 1. Touch the Bluetooth App setting icon on the upper right of the page.
2. Touch Devices to switch, add, or disconnect other devices.
A Bluetooth device can only be paired when
the vehicle is parked.
When touching Bluetooth Audio, a browse
screen will appear. Touch the infotainment
controls on the lower part of the display to
begin playing audio if the audio is paused.
Some smartphones support sending
Bluetooth music information to display on
the radio. When the radio receives this information, it will check to see if any is
available and display it. For more
information about supported Bluetooth
features, visit your brand website. See
Online Owner Center
0444 for details.
See Radio Frequency Statement 0450.
Navigation
Using the Navigation System
The Navigation software is provided by
Google Maps. The information provided in
this section is a general overview and is
subject to change. For the latest functional
information, see g.co/mapsincar.
Accept the Terms and Conditions to use.
Internet Connectivity
Google Maps relies on a subscription data
plan for full functionality, including
availability of offline maps. Google Maps can
be used offline when driving through
connectivity dead zones by
auto-downloading offline maps prior to
going offline. Profiles
Sign in to a Google Account for personalized
service. Information available in the Google
Account will be shown.
To log into a profile, see Accounts under
Settings (Uplevel Radio)
0187 or
Settings (Base Radio) 0185.
Voice Assistant
If equipped, Google Maps can be controlled
by voice commands, see Google Assistant
under Voice Recognition 0172.
Language and Units
To change the language, see Settings
(Uplevel Radio) 0187 or
Settings (Base Radio) 0185.
To change the units, see Instrument Cluster
(Base Level) 0109 or
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel) 0110.
Mute Settings
During active route guidance, Google Maps
can give audible voice directions, traffic
alerts, or can be muted. In the Google Maps
app, touch Settings, then Mute settings to
access the options.

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compatible, see www.apple.com/ios/
carplay/. Apple or Google may change or
suspend availability at any time. Google,
Android, Android Auto, Google Maps, and
other marks are trademarks of Google LLC.
Apple CarPlay is a trademark of Apple Inc.
Press
{on the center stack to exit Android
Auto or Apple CarPlay. To enter back into
Android Auto or Apple CarPlay, press and
hold
{on the center stack.
Settings
Settings (Base Radio)
The settings menu may be organized into
three categories. Select the desired category
by touching System, Apps, or Vehicle.
To access the menus:
1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home Page on the infotainment display.
2. Touch the desired category to display a list of available options.
3. Touch to select the desired feature setting.
4. Touch
9orRto turn off or on a feature. 5. Touch
zto go to the top level of the
SETTINGS menu.
The menu may contain the following:
System
The menu may contain the following:
Time / Date
Use the following features to set the clock:
.Automatic Time and Date: Touch to have
the time and date automatically set.
When this feature is off, the time and
date can be manually set.
.Set Time: Touch to manually set the time
using the controls on the infotainment
display.
.Set Date: Touch to manually set the date
using the controls on the infotainment
display.
.Use 24-hour Format: Touch to specify the
clock format shown.
Touch Off or On.
Language
This will set the display language used on
the infotainment display. Touch Language
and select the appropriate language. Phones
Touch to connect to a different cell phone or
mobile device source, disconnect a cell
phone or media device, or delete a cell
phone or media device.
Wi-Fi Networks
This will show connected and available Wi-Fi
networks near or brought into the vehicle.
If a 4G LTE data package is not active on the
vehicle, the infotainment system can be
connected to an external protected Wi-Fi
network, such as a mobile device or home
hotspot, to utilize connected services.
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Touch and the following may display:
.Wi-Fi Services: This allows devices to use
the vehicle hotspot.
Touch the controls on the infotainment
display to disable or enable.
.Wi-Fi Name: Touch to change the vehicle
Wi-Fi name.
.Wi-Fi Password: Touch to change the
vehicle Wi-Fi password.
.Connected Devices: Touch to show
connected devices.

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Wi-Fi Networks
This will show connected and available Wi-Fi
networks.
Touch Add Other Network to add another
available network.
Wi-Fi Hotspot
Touch and the following may display:
.Wi-Fi Services: This allows devices to use
the vehicle hotspot.
Touch the controls on the infotainment
display to disable or enable.
.Wi-Fi Name: Touch to change the vehicle
Wi-Fi name.
.Wi-Fi Password: Touch to change the
vehicle Wi-Fi password.
.Share Hotspot Data: Touch On to allow
devices to use the vehicle hotspot and its
data, or touch Off to allow devices to
only use the vehicle hotspot but not
its data.
.Connected Devices: Touch to show
connected devices.
Vehicle-to-Phone Sharing
When this feature is on, this will allow GM
apps to use vehicle data on the listed shown
phones.
Vehicle
This menu allows adjustment of different
vehicle features. See Vehicle Personalization
0 137.
Apps & Permissions
Show all apps
Touch to view the App info screen.
Default apps
Touch to view the Default apps screen.
Touch each app listed to get more
information about that app.
App permisions
Touch to view the Permission manager
screen.
This shows apps using location and phone.
Special apps access
Touch to view the Special app access screen
and the following may display:
.Modify system settings: Touch to show
apps that can be enabled or disabled to
modify the system settings.
.Notification access: Touch to show the
notification access screen.
.Premium SMS access: This may cost
money to the carrier bill. If permission for
an app is enabled, premium SMS can be
sent using that app.
.Usage access: Touch to allow an app to
track what other apps are being used,
how often, carrier and language settings,
and other details
.Wi-Fi control: Touch to allow an app to
turn Wi-Fi on or off, scan and connect to
Wi-Fi networks, add or remove networks,
or start a local only hotspot.
Date/Time
Use the following features to set the clock:
.24-hour Format: Touch to specify the
clock format shown.
Touch Off or On.
.Automatic Time Zone (If Equipped): Touch
Off or On to disable or enable automatic
update of the time zone based on vehicle
location. When this feature is on, the
time zone cannot be manually set.
.Select Time Zone: Touch to manually set
the time zone. Touch a time zone from
the list.

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Storage
Touch to show the storage info for Music &
audio, Other apps, Files, and System.
Security
Touch and the following may display:
Choose a lock type
Touch and the following may display:
.None: Touch to have no screen lock.
.Pattern: Touch to choose an unlock
pattern to draw.
.PIN: Touch to create a PIN.
.Password: Touch to create a password
Trusted Device
Touch to set a phone as your trusted device.
Clear Credentials
Touch to remove all credentials.
Unlock profile with phone
System
The menu may contain the following: Language
This will set the display language used on
the infotainment display. It may also use
the selected language for voice recognition
and audio feedback. Touch the preferred
language.
Keyboard & speech
Touch and the following may display:
.Autofill service: Touch to select None or
Google.
.Keyboard: Touch to select Google
Automotive Keyboard or Manage
keyboards.
.Text-to-speech output: Touch to select
Preferred engine, Speech Rate, Pitch,
or Reset.
Reset Options
Touch and the following may display:
.Reset Vehicle Settings: Resets all vehicle
settings for all users.
Touch Reset or Cancel.
.Reset App Preferences: Resets all
preferences for disabled apps, disabled
app notifications, default applications for
actions, background data restrictions for
apps, and any permission restrictions. App data will not be lost.
Touch Reset or Cancel.
.Erase Infotainment Data: Erases
infotainment data.
TTY Mode
When on, OnStar calls are made as a series
of text exchanges. A keyboard is shown for
text entry and the phone audio is muted.
This feature can be turned off or on.
About
Touch to view the infotainment system
software information.
Legal Information
Touch to view legal and license information.
Updates
Touch and the following may display:
.Check for Updates: Touch to see if the
software is up to date.
.Preferences: Touch to download new
updates in the background or download
updates via Wi-Fi when possible.
Touch Off or On.

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.Touch Clear PIN and All Teen Driver Keys
from the Teen Driver menu. This will also
unregister any Teen Driver keys and
delete the PIN.
Forgotten PIN
See your dealer to reset the PIN.
Trademarks and License
Agreements
FCC Information
See Radio Frequency Statement 0450.
If you decide to continue service after your
trial, your selected subscription plan will
automatically renew thereafter. You will be
charged at then-current rates. Fees and taxes
apply. Please see the SiriusXM Customer
Agreement at siriusxm.com for complete
terms and how to cancel, which includes
calling SiriusXM at 1-866-635-2349. All fees
and programming are subject to change. Fees and Taxes: Subscription fee, taxes, one
time activation fee, and other fees may
apply. Subscription fee is consumer only. All
fees and programming subject to change.
Subscriptions subject to Customer
Agreement available at www.siriusxm.com.
SiriusXM service is only available in the
48 contiguous United States and Canada.
In Canada: Some deterioration of service
may occur in extreme northern latitudes.
This is beyond the control of SiriusXM
Satellite Radio.
Explicit Language Notice: Channels with
frequent explicit language are indicated with
an
“XL” preceding the channel name.
Channel blocking is available for SiriusXM
Satellite Radio receivers by notifying
SiriusXM:
.USA Customers —See www.siriusxm.com
or call 1-888-601-6296.
.Canada Customers —See
www.siriusxm.ca or call 1-877-438-9677.
It is prohibited to copy, decompile,
disassemble, reverse engineer, hack,
manipulate, or otherwise make available any
technology or software incorporated in
receivers compatible with the SiriusXM
Satellite Radio System or that support the
SiriusXM website, the Online Service or any of its content. Furthermore, the AMBER voice
compression software included in this
product is protected by intellectual property
rights including patent rights, copyrights,
and trade secrets of Digital Voice
Systems, Inc.
General Requirements:
1. A License Agreement from SiriusXM is required for any product that
incorporates SiriusXM Technology and/or
for use of any of the SiriusXM marks to
be manufactured, distributed,
or marketed in the SiriusXM
Service Area.
2. For products to be distributed, marketed, and/or sold in Canada, a separate
agreement is required with Canadian
Satellite Radio Inc. (operating as SiriusXM
Canada).
TouchSense Technology and TouchSense
System 1000 Series Licensed from
Immersion Corporation. TouchSense System

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OnStar Personal Identification
Number (PIN)
A PIN is needed to access some OnStar
services. The PIN will need to be changed
the first time when speaking with an
Advisor. To change the OnStar PIN, contact
an OnStar Advisor by pressing
Qor calling
1-888-4ONSTAR.
Warranty
OnStar equipment may be warranted as part
of the vehicle warranty.
Languages
The vehicle can be programmed to respond
in multiple languages. Press
Qand ask for
an Advisor. Advisors are available in English,
Spanish, and French. Available languages
may vary by country.
Potential Issues
OnStar cannot perform Remote Door Unlock
or Stolen Vehicle Assistance after the vehicle
has been off continuously for an extended
period of time without an ignition cycle. To
find out the duration of time that applies
for the vehicle, contact an OnStar Advisor by
pressing
Qor calling 1-888-4ONSTAR. If the
vehicle has not been started for an extended period of time, OnStar can contact Roadside
Assistance or a locksmith to help gain access
to the vehicle.
Global Positioning System (GPS)
.Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a
large city with tall buildings; in parking
garages; around airports; in tunnels and
underpasses; or in an area with very
dense trees. If GPS signals are not
available, the OnStar system should still
operate to call OnStar. However, OnStar
could have difficulty identifying the exact
location.
.In emergency situations, OnStar can use
the last stored GPS location to send to
emergency responders.
A temporary loss of GPS can cause loss of
the ability to send a Turn-by-Turn
Navigation route. The Advisor may give a
verbal route or may ask for a call back after
the vehicle is driven into an open area.
Cellular and GPS Antennas
Cellular reception is required for OnStar to
send remote signals to the vehicle. Do not
place items over or near the antenna to
prevent blocking cellular and GPS signal
reception.
Unable to Connect to OnStar Message
If there is limited cellular coverage or the
cellular network has reached maximum
capacity, this message may come on. Press
Qto try the call again or try again after
driving a few miles into another
cellular area.
Vehicle and Power Issues
OnStar services require a vehicle electrical
system, wireless service, and GPS satellite
technologies to be available and operating
for features to function properly. These
systems may not operate if the battery is
discharged or disconnected.
Add-on Electrical Equipment
The OnStar system is integrated into the
electrical architecture of the vehicle. Do not
add any electrical equipment. See Add-On
Electrical Equipment 0338. Added electrical
equipment may interfere with the operation
of the OnStar system and cause it to not
operate.
Vehicle Software Updates
OnStar or GM may remotely deliver
software updates or changes to the vehicle
without further notice or consent. These