2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab Owner's Manual
2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab Manual
2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab manual content summary:
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2009 GMC Canyon Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-13 Child Restraints ...1-35 Airbag System ...1-62 Restraint System Check ...1-77 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-6 Windows ...2-11 Theft-Deterrent - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Motors of Canada Limited" for GMC wherever it appears in this manual. This manual describes features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. Read this manual from beginning to end to learn about the vehicle's features and controls. Pictures, symbols, and words work together to explain - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 3
about something that can damage the vehicle. Notice: These mean there is something that could damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty, and it could be costly. The notice tells what to do to help avoid the damage. There are also warning labels - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 4
Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gage Fuses Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 5
78 Front Seats ...1-2 Manual Seats ...1-2 Power Seats ...1-3 Manual Lumbar ...1-3 Power Lumbar ...1-4 Heated Seats ...1-4 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-5 Head Restraints ...1-8 Seatback Latches ...1-9 Rear Seats ...1-10 Rear Seat Operation (Extended Cab) ...1-10 Rear Seat Operation (Crew Cab) ...1-11 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 6
Front Seats Manual Seats If the vehicle has a manual seat, it can be moved forward or rearward. 1. Lift the bar to unlock the seat. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the bar. { CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 7
more information. Manual Lumbar On vehicles with this feature, the knob is located on the outboard side of the driver seat. To adjust the seat: • Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the horizontal control forward or rearward. • Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 8
desired lumbar support. To decrease lumbar support, press and hold the rear of the control. This feature will heat the cushion and back of the seats. Press the the heat off. The ignition must be on for the heated seat feature to work. The seat will heat to the last setting if the ignition has been - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 9
reclining seatbacks, the lever used to operate them is located on the outboard side of the seat(s). { CAUTION: You can lose control of the vehicle if you try to adjust a manual driver's seat while the vehicle is moving. The sudden movement could startle and confuse you, or make you push a pedal - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 10
have power reclining seatbacks, use the vertical power seat control located on the outboard side of the seat. To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the recline lever. 2. Move the seatback to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seatback in place. 3. Push and pull on the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 11
. This could cause serious internal injuries. For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion, have the seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the safety belt properly. Do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving. 1-7 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 12
have adjustable head restraints. If the vehicle has rear seats, they may have adjustable head restraints. Pull up on the head restraint to raise it. To lower the head restraint, press the button located on - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 13
Latches The vehicle may have front seatbacks that fold forward for easy access to the rear seats or the storage area behind the seats. To fold the seatback forward, push the lever on the side of the seat rearward and pull the seatback forward. { CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 14
Rear Seats Rear Seat Operation (Extended Cab) If the vehicle has an extended cab, there may be forward folding seats in the rear area. To store the seat: Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Rear Seat Operation (Crew Cab) The rear seatback(s) in the crew cab can be folded forward. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts. Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 16
To return the seatback(s) to the upright position: 1. Lift the seatback(s) and push it into place. { CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 17
CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Your vehicle has indicators - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 18
. After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter...a lot! Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 19
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-15 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 20
The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 1-16 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 21
more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. work with safety belts - not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 22
Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different rules for smaller - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 23
force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash. Sit up straight - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 24
Q: What is wrong with this? { CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit snugly against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give as much - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Q: What is wrong with this? { CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 26
Q: What is wrong with this? { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 27
Q: What is wrong with this? { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 28
Q: What is wrong with this? { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 29
Q: What is wrong with this? { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You might also slide under the lap - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 30
a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer/retailer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body. 1-26 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 31
instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see "Seats and start again. Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the right front seating position may affect the passenger sensing system. - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 32
5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching the safety belt is not in use. The latch plate should rest on the stitching on the safety belt, near the guide loop on the side wall. Before a door is closed, be sure the belt is out of the way. If a - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 33
a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger seating position. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the met. Pretensioners work only once. If the pretensioners activate in a crash, they will need to be replaced, and probably other new parts for the vehicle - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 34
have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the shoulder belt. 1. Slide the guide off of its storage clip located between the interior body and the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 35
2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 1-31 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 36
shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide. Slide the guide back on its storage clip located between the interior - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 1-27. Your vehicle may have a center seating position. When you sit in the center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. 1-33 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 38
use it, and use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child seats. To wear it, attach it to the regular safety belt. For more information, see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. To make the belt shorter, pull its - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 39
Child Restraints Older Children The manufacturer's instructions that come with the booster seat, state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the below fit test: • Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 40
internal injuries in a crash. Also see "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 1-27. According to accident statistics and infants are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions. In a crash, children who are not buckled - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 41
{ CAUTION: Never do this. Never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child could move too far forward - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 42
Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 43
. It is also better to secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you must secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. { CAUTION: Never do this. Children who are up against, or very close to, any - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 44
a crash, infants need complete support. This is because an infant across the strongest part of an infant's owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child's weight instructions that come with the restraint state the weight - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 45
young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as always be secured in appropriate child restraints. A rear-facing infant seat (A) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 46
restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle's safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual. A booster seat (C-D) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. A booster - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 47
must be secured in the vehicle. Child restraint systems must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt, itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 48
the airbag deploys. CAUTION: (Continued) restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position. Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 49
properly installed using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 50
Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Lower anchors (A) are metal bars built into the vehicle. There are two lower anchors for each LATCH seating position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower attachments (B). A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 51
Extended Cab - Rear Seat i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. j (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. Crew Cab - Rear Seat Front Seat - Regular and Extended Cab without Rear Seats - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 52
. To assist you in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is located on the cover. Crew Cab The top tether anchors in a crew cab model are located on the back wall behind each rear seating position. Be sure to use an anchor located on the same side of the vehicle as the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 53
use an anchor located nearest to the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Regular and Extended Cab without Rear Seats For regular and extended cab models without rear seats, there is a top tether anchor located behind a removable cover on the back wall behind the right front - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 54
seriously injured or killed. Install a LATCH-type child restraint properly using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual. 1-50 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 55
, attach the top tether to the top tether anchor (A). Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2.1. Pull the seatback forward to access the top tether anchors (A). See Rear Seat Operation (Extended Cab) on page 1-10 or Rear Seat Operation (Crew Cab) on page 1-11. 1-51 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 56
2.2. Route the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the position you are using has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the head restraint. - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 57
restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 3.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position. 3.2. child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. Extended Cab - Rear Seat 1. Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors. - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 58
anchor attachments and the top tether. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. Front Seat - Regular/Extended Cab without Rear Seats Your vehicle has a right front passenger's airbag and a passenger - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 59
Seatback Latches on page 1-9. 2.2. Pull on the finger access tab to remove the cover to access the top tether anchor. 2.3. Route the top tether according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the position you are using has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 60
, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that seat. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 61
4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 5. If your child restraint has a top tether, attach the top tether to the top tether anchor. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-45. 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 62
Status Indicator on page 3-25 for more information on this, including important safety information. A label on the sun visor says, "Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front." This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { CAUTION: A child in a child - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 63
airbag. A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position. Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 64
Do not secure a child seat in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 65
of the retractor to set the lock. 6. If the vehicle does not have a rear seat and the child restraint manufacturer recommends using a top tether anchor, attach the top tether to the top tether anchor. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and to Lower Anchors and Tethers for - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 66
opening. For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG will appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front -rail airbag for the driver and the passenger seated directly behind the driver. • A roof-rail airbag for the right front passenger - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with roof-rail airbags. { CAUTION: You can be severely injured or your safety belt - even if you have airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, but do not replace them. Also, airbags are not - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 68
on page 1-38. There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-24 for more information. 1-64 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 69
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger's airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The driver's airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-65 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 70
clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 71
vehicle rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts. Your vehicle has seat position sensors which enables the sensing system to monitor the position of the driver's seat and the right front passenger's seat. Seat position sensors provide information that is used to determine if the airbags - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 72
modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel. For vehicles with the side windows that have occupant seating positions. How Does an Airbag occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel. cover and deploy. The inflator, the airbag, and related hardware are all - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 73
on page 1-68. The parts of the airbag that come breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. feature that may automatically unlock the doors (if equipped with power door locks), turn the interior lamps on, flash the hazard warning flashers, and turn off the radio - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 74
system will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. • Your vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 75
; and children, who are large enough, using safety belts. A label on your sun visor says, "Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front." This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. CAUTION: (Continued) Even if the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 76
booster seat. • A right front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time. • The right front passenger seat is serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-24 for more information, including important safety information. • Or, if there is a critical problem - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 77
the vehicle off. 2. Remove the child restraint from the vehicle. 3. Remove any additional items from the seat such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. 4. Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 78
any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. 3. Place the seatback in the fully upright position. 4. Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with legs comfortably extended. 5. Restart the vehicle and - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 79
such as a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger . They are probably part of the airbag system. Be sure to follow proper service procedures, and make sure the person performing work for you is quali - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 80
you add things that change the vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly. Changing or moving any parts of the front seats, safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnostic module, steering wheel, instrument panel, roof - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 81
Belts on page 5-102. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement. Make sure the airbag readiness light is working. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-24 for more information. Notice: If an airbag covering is damaged, opened, or broken, the airbag may not - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 82
. To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible. If the vehicle has been in a crash, do you need new safety belts or LATCH system (if equipped) parts? After a very minor crash, nothing may be - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 83
Section 2 Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-18 New Vehicle Break-In ...2-18 Ignition Positions ...2-18 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...2-19 Starting the Engine ...2-20 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-21 Automatic Transmission Operation ...2-22 Manual Transmission Operation - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 84
Section 2 Features and Controls OnStar® System ...2-41 Storage Areas ...2-44 Glove Box ...2-44 Cupholders ...2-44 Center Console Storage ...2-44 Assist Handles ...2-44 Rear Storage Area ...2-45 Sunroof ...2-46 Mirrors ...2-37 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-37 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-37 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 85
, all door locks, and the tailgate. The key has a bar-coded key tag that the dealer/retailer or qualified locksmith can use to make new keys. Store this information in a safe place, not in your vehicle. Notice: If you ever lock your keys in the vehicle, you may have to - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 86
RKE) System If this vehicle has the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) system, it operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 87
UNLOCK: Press to unlock the driver door and turn on the interior lamps. The parking lamps may flash and the horn may transmitters must also be programmed. Any lost or stolen transmitters no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed. Each vehicle can have up to four transmitters programmed - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 88
happening. 1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin object inserted in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housing. 2. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 3. Insert the new battery. Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery. 4. Put the transmitter back together. 2-6 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 89
, push the lever on the door rearward. You will see a colored area on the lever when the door is unlocked. Press L (lock) to lock all the doors at once. To unlock all the doors, press U (unlock). On crew cab models, use the manual door lock lever on each rear door to lock or unlock - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 90
Security Locks (Crew Cab) If the vehicle is a crew cab model, it may have rear door security locks. With this feature, the rear doors the other rear door. Lockout Protection If the vehicle has power door locks, this feature protects you from locking the key in the vehicle when the key is in the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 91
Rear Doors (Extended Cab) To open a rear door, open the front door. Then, use the handle death. Do not allow people to ride on the tailgate. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. Open the tailgate by pulling up on the outside handle while pulling the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 92
away from the bolt heads while pushing the cable bracket forward. When the larger part of the hole on the bracket is over the bolt, slide the bracket off of the bolt. 3. With the tailgate partially down, lift up on the passenger side and pull the tailgate toward you, then move the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 93
Windows { CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 94
children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows. Crew Cab Switches shown The power windows will work when the ignition is in ACC (Accessory) or ON or while Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 95
(Window Lockout): On crew cab vehicles with power windows, there is also a window lockout button located forward of the window switches. This feature disables the passenger window that direction. Visor Vanity Mirror The passenger side sun visor may have a mirror. Pull down the visor to access the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 96
features, however, they do not make it impossible to steal. If a locked door is not opened using the RKE transmitter, or by OnStar®, the pre-alarm will go off. If the engine doors with a key, the manual door lock, or power door the RKE transmitter. The security light, located on the instrument panel - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 97
does not start after three tries, the vehicle needs service. If the engine is running and the security light comes on, the engine restarts if you turn the engine off. However, the Passlock® system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer/retailer. The vehicle is not protected - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 98
Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. PASS-Key III+ uses a radio . You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system. The security light comes on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 99
1 through 5 if additional keys are to be programmed. If the security light comes on and stays on while driving, the engine will restart if you turn it off. However, the theft-deterrent system is not working properly and must be serviced by your dealer/retailer. The vehicle is not protected by the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 100
breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. • Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Towing a Trailer on page 4-47 for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information. Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased. Ignition Positions The - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 101
ignition and steering wheel. Use this position if the vehicle must be pushed or towed. (C) ON/RUN: This position can be used to operate the electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights. The switch stays in this position when the engine is running - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 102
warms. Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. Operate the engine and transmission gently to allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts. The vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components. If the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 103
to work with the electronics in the vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer/retailer. If you do not, the engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be covered - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 104
for at least 15 amps. 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord to prevent has a shift lever on the steering column. It features an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument cluster. for an extended period, it is recommended that you disconnect the battery - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 105
the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because the trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-47. Make sure the shift lever is fully in P (Park) before starting the engine damage the transmission. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Shift to R ( - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 106
(Drive) when driving on hilly, winding roads, or when towing a trailer, so there is less shifting between gears covered by the vehicle warranty. Be sure the engine is not running at high speed when shifting the vehicle. D (Drive): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 107
shift to Neutral. Neutral: Use this position when you start or idle the engine. R (Reverse): To back up, press the clutch pedal. After the vehicle attempt to shift into 5 (Fifth) prior to shifting into R (Reverse). The transmission has a lock out feature which prevents a 5 (Fifth) gear to R (Reverse - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 108
fuel economy, accelerate slowly and shift when the light comes on. While you accelerate, it is normal for the light to go on and off if you quickly change the position of the accelerator. Ignore the shift light when you downshift. If the vehicle has four-wheel drive and has a manual transmission - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 109
repair costs would not be covered by your warranty. Never use four-wheel drive when the compact spare Tow* Transfer Case Settings 2 m 4 m 4 n N YES YES YES YES *See Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 4-41 or Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-40 for further information. Shifting into Four-Wheel - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 110
road in sand, mud, or deep snow and while climbing or descending steep hills. Shifting into Four-Wheel Low will turn Traction Control and StabiliTrak® off. See Traction Control System (TCS) on page 4-8 and StabiliTrak® System on page 4-6 for more information. Indicator lights a manual transmission, - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 111
for an automatic transmission, or R (Reverse) and 1 (First) for a manual transmission to have the light stop flashing. Shifting from Four-Wheel Low to Two-Wheel High or Four-Wheel High To shift from Four-Wheel Low to Two-Wheel High or Four-Wheel High, the vehicle must be stopped or moving less than - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 112
on page 4-41 for towing instructions. To shift the transfer case into N (Neutral) do the following: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Start the vehicle. 3. Press the regular brake pedal and shift the transmission in N (Neutral), or press in the clutch for vehicles with a manual transmission. 4. Shift the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 113
See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-27. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down. parts. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see Towing a Trailer - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 114
transfer case is in a drive gear, two-wheel high (2H) or four-wheel high (4H) or four-wheel low (4L) - not in N ( vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You that follow. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-47. 1. Hold the brake - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 115
then shift into P (Park) properly before you leave the driver seat. To find out how, see Shifting Into Park (Automatic engine running, be sure the vehicle is in P (Park) and the parking brake is firmly set before you leave it. After you have moved the shift lever into P (Park), hold the regular - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 116
position. If you are still having a problem shifting, then have the vehicle serviced. • Prevent the ignition key from being removed information. Parking the Vehicle (Manual Transmission) If the vehicle has a manual transmission, before you get out trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-47. 2-34 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 117
down. • Have the vehicle repaired immediately. Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation. Engine Exhaust { CAUTION: Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 118
ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide or the manual transmission shift lever to Neutral. { CAUTION: Four-wheel drive vehicles Transmission) on page 2-32. If pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-47. { CAUTION: It can - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 119
/Off): Press and hold AUTO / ( for about three seconds or depending on the mirror, press O to turn automatic dimming on or off. The automatic dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started. Cleaning the Mirror Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 120
certain conditions for the temperature update to be delayed. If an incorrect temperature displays for an extended period, see your dealer/retailer. Compass Compass Operation Press Y b or depending on the mirror, press turn the display on or off. O once to Compass Calibration The compass may need - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 121
on the following zone map. 3. Press Y b / O repeatedly until the new zone number displays. After you stop pressing the button, the display shows a compass direction within a few seconds. Outside Manual Mirrors Adjust the outside rearview mirrors to see a little of the side of your vehicle, and the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 122
hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver's seat. To adjust the power mirrors: 1. Move the selector switch to the L (left - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 123
. To check if this vehicle is able to provide the services described below, or for a full description of OnStar services and system limitations, see the OnStar Owner's Guide in the glove box or visit onstar.com (U.S.) or onstar.ca (Canada), contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or TTY - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 124
good for 60 days. Hands-Free Calling can also be linked to a Verizon Wireless service plan in the U.S. or a Bell Mobility service plan in Canada, depending on eligibility. To find out more, refer to the OnStar Owner's Guide in the vehicle's glove box, visit onstar.com or onstar.ca, or speak with - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 125
with a wireless service provider for service in that area. OnStar service also cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place where the wireless service provider OnStar has hired for that Your Responsibility Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar advisor cannot be heard. If the light next to - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 126
area. The upper storage area will lift up with the lid of the lower part of the front doors as well as two cupholders located at the front end of the console. Vehicles with bench seats may have cupholders attached to the front of the center seat. For vehicles that are an extended cab or crew cab - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 127
Rear Storage Area Extended cab models might have storage compartments under the rear seats. To access the storage compartments, lift the cushion on the bottom of the rear seats. This exposes the storage boxes under the seat. To open a storage box, unhook the bottom and lift the two latches on each - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 128
Sunroof The vehicle may have a sunroof. The sunroof control buttons are located on the headliner. Lift the lid from the center area to access the storage box. Q (Open/Vent): Press and hold seal. Release the button when the desired position is reached. The sunshade must be opened manually. 2-46 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 129
...3-12 Headlamps on Reminder ...3-13 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...3-13 Automatic Headlamp System ...3-14 Fog Lamps ...3-14 Exterior Cargo Lamps ...3-15 Instrument Panel Brightness ...3-15 Dome Lamp ...3-15 Dome Lamp Override ...3-16 Exit Lighting ...3-16 Electric Power Management ...3-16 3-1 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 130
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-61 Chime Level Adjustment ...3-61 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-29 Tire Pressure Light ...3-29 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-30 Oil Pressure Light ...3-32 Security Light ...3-33 Cruise Control Light ...3-33 Highbeam On Light ...3-33 Fuel Gage ...3-34 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 131
✍ NOTES 3-3 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 132
Instrument Panel Overview Manual Transmission shown, Automatic Transmission similar 3-4 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 133
Lamps on page 3-12. Fog Lamps on page 3-14 (If Equipped). Exterior Cargo Lamps on page 3-15. G. Parking Brake on page 2-31. H. Horn on page 3-6. A. B. C. D. E. I. StabiliTrak® System on page 4-6 and Four-Wheel Drive on page 2-26. J. Audio System(s) on page 3-42. K. Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 134
rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press Tilt Wheel A tilt wheel lets the steering wheel be adjusted. | | again to turn the flashers off. The turn signals do not work while the hazard warning flashers are on. Horn To sound the horn, press the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 135
Change Signals An arrow on the instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change . Hold it there until the lane change change Change - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 136
-to-Pass This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if the work in all ignition positions, except off. This includes the Retained Access Power mode. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-19. This indicator light - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 137
wiper blades before using them. If the blades are frozen to the windshield, gently loosen or thaw them. If they become worn or damaged, get new blades or blade inserts. Q L (Washer Fluid): There is a paddle marked with the windshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunction lever. To spray - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 138
the accelerator. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). Cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 139
the lever. To increase the vehicle speed in very small amounts, move the lever briefly to S . 3-11 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. This light on the instrument panel cluster comes on while the cruise control is on. - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 140
lever to 9 . • Lightly tap or press the clutch, if you have a manual transmission. rT. Passing Another Exterior Lamps Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends upon the vehicle speed, load exterior lamp control is located on the instrument panel on the left - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 141
once the ignition is in LOCK/OFF. For vehicles first sold in Canada, if the parking lamps are turned on manually, the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) will stay on. Sidemarker Lamps Taillamps Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can make it - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 142
marker lamps, and the instrument panel lights turn on at normal brightness. The radio lights will become more dim when the headlights are off compared to when the headlights are on. The vehicle has a light sensor located on the top of the instrument panel. Do not cover the sensor, or the system will - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 143
the instrument panel lights and the radio display. The instrument panel lights, cluster, and radio display do not dim to complete darkness. The instrument panel light brightness control will only work if the headlamps or parking lamps are on. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-12. Exterior Cargo Lamps - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 144
when several of the following are on: headlamps, high beams, fog lamps, rear window defogger, climate control fan at high speed, heated seats, engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into accessory power outlets. EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 145
fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer/retailer for additional information on accessory power outlets. Notice: Adding any electrical equipment to the vehicle can damage it or keep other components from working as they should. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 146
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter The vehicle may have a removable ashtray and cigarette lighter. The ashtray is located in the center console area. The ashtray can be removed for cleaning. When the ashtray is removed, this area can also be used as a cupholder. Notice: If papers, pins, or other fl - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 147
change in engine performance when the air conditioning compressor shuts off and turns on again. This is normal. The system is designed to make adjustments to help with fuel economy interior window to fog. [ (Floor): / (Floor/Defog): This mode clears the windows of fog An indicator light on the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 148
the vehicle's functions. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working. Gages can indicate when there may be or is a problem with one of the vehicle's functions. Often gages and warning lights work together to indicate a problem with the vehicle. When one - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 149
is designed to show how the vehicle is running. It shows how fast the vehicle is going, about how much fuel has been used, and many other things needed to drive safely and economically. United States automatic transmission 2.9L version shown, Canada, manual transmission, 3.7L and 5.3L similar 3-21 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 150
United States) or kilometers (used in Canada). The odometer mileage can be checked without the vehicle running replaced the new one will automatically detect and update the vehicle's accumulated mileage. Trip displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Notice: If the engine is - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 151
on and stays on for several seconds, then flashes for several more. Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Several seconds after the engine is started, a chime sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. This only occurs if the passenger airbag is - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 152
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, an airbag Driver Information - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 153
, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer/retailer for service. United States Canada { CAUTION: If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 154
to show it is working. Up-Shift Light The vehicle may have an up-shift light. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. The light should go out once the engine starts. If it stays on, or comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the charging system. A charging - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 155
States Canada The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 156
is a problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-27. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-38 for all brake related DIC messages. 3-28 If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 157
conditions, pull the vehicle off the road, stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 5-32 for more information. When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady This indicates that there could be a problem with the Tire Pressure Monitor System - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 158
controls might not work as well, the vehicle's fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 159
trips should turn the light off. Reduce vehicle speed. Avoid hard accelerations. Avoid steep uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible. • Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel. Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 160
soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. • The vehicle will not pass this inspection - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 161
serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem. Cruise Control Light - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 162
Gage When the ignition is on, the fuel gage shows how much fuel the vehicle has remaining in the fuel tank. Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these indicate a problem with the vehicle's fuel gage: • At the gas station, the gas pump shuts off before the gage reads full. • It - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 163
RESET appears - alternating between OIL LIFE and RESET - on the DIC display. The CHANGE OIL message alerts you to change the oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions. Always reset the OIL LIFE message after an oil change. To reset the message, see Engine Oil Life System on page 5-18 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 164
life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Engine Oil on page 5-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. Automatic Door Locks This feature allows you to program the door locks to a preferred setting. To set your choice for this - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 165
driver's door when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). On vehicles with a manual transmission, this mode locks all of the doors when the vehicle speed is greater than to a preferred setting. To set your choice for this feature: 1. With the engine off, turn the key to LOCK/OFF. Do not remove - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 166
acknowledge the message and clear it from the display. CHANGE OIL This message displays when the oil needs to be changed. Check the oil in your vehicle as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. See Engine Oil on page 5-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 167
is either off or loose. Pull over as soon as possible and check to see if the fuel cap is secure. You may also see the check engine light on the instrument panel cluster. If the check engine light does come on when the fuel cap was loose, it may take a few driving trips before the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 168
message displays when the oil pressure is low. See Oil Pressure Light on page 3-32 and Engine Oil on page 5-15 for more information. SERV (Service) 4WD (Four-Wheel Drive) This message displays when there is a problem with the transfer case control system. Check the transfer case on your vehicle - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 169
problem with the battery charging system. Under certain conditions, the battery warning light may also turn on in the instrument panel cluster. See Charging System Light on page 3-26. The battery will not be charging at an optimal rate and the vehicle will lose the ability to enter the fuel economy - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 170
Audio System(s) Determine which radio the vehicle has and read the following pages to become familiar with its features. { CAUTION: Taking your eyes off the road for extended periods could cause a crash resulting in injury or death to you or others. Do not give extended attention to entertainment - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 171
even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-19 for more information. Radio with CD (MP3/WMA) Press and hold the HR a few minutes for the time to update. Setting the Clock AM-FM Radio Press and hold HR until the correct hour displays. Press and hold MIN until - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 172
fic information from these stations and only works when the information is available. In rare cases, a radio station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. While the radio is tuned to an RDS station, the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 173
to increase or to decrease RCL (Recall) (AM-FM Radio): Press to switch the display between the radio station frequency, band, and the Radio with CD): When the ignition is turned off, press to display the time. For RDS, press the DISPL knob to change what displays while using RDS. The display options - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 174
either arrow for more than four seconds until two beeps sound. The radio goes to the first preset station stored on the pushbuttons, plays for six XM2) can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons. To program either radio: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2, AM, or XM1 or - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 175
first exit out of audio mode by pressing another button, causing the radio to perform that function or wait five seconds for the display to return to time and classical. To return to the manual mode, press the AUTO EQ button until CUSTOM displays. Then manually adjust the bass/treble, or bass/ - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 176
perform that function or wait five seconds for the display to return to time of day. Then press and hold AUDIO for more than two seconds until a beep sounds. CEN (center) displays. Fade might not be available if the vehicle is a regular cab model. • For the AM-FM Radio, press and hold the wx - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 177
) Station (RDS and XM) To select and find a desired PTY perform the following: 1. Press the P-TYPE to activate program type select mode. . The radio does not switch to other stations. This function does not apply for XM Satellite Radio Service. Setting Preset PTYs (RDS) Only For the Radio with CD - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 178
This feature is not supported by all RDS stations. INFO (Information): If the current station has a message, the information symbol or INFO displays not displayed, parts of the message displays every three seconds. To scroll through the message, press and release the INFO button. A new group of words - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 179
displays. As each new track starts to play, the track number displays. The CD player can play the smaller 3 inch (8 cm) single CDs with an adapter ring. Full-size CDs and the smaller CDs are loaded in the same manner. XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM is a satellite radio service that is based in - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 180
, the CD player could be damaged. While using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids, and debris. If an error displays, see "CD Messages" later in this section - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 181
been playing. ET and the elapsed time of the track displays. To change the default on the display (track or elapsed time), press until you see radio off. CDs can be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is pressed first. Playing an MP3/WMA CD-R Disc Radios with the MP3/WMA feature are - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 182
should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When the road becomes smoother, the CD should play. • Make sure or .wpl extension, other file extensions might not work. • The format of the CD might not be radio when recorded using ID3 tags version 1 and 2. • There could have been a problem - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 183
MP3/WMA CD-R that was recorded using no file folders. The system can support up to 11 folders in depth, though, keep the depth of the folders without folders or playlists. When displaying the name of the folder the radio displays ROOT. When the CD contains only playlists and compressed audio files - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 184
not present in the ID3 tag, then the radio displays the file name without the extension (such longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened. Parts of words on the last page of text and . When play enters a new folder, the display does not automatically show the new folder name unless you have - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 185
the ignition or radio is turned on, the CD starts to play where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. As each new track starts to . A beep sounds and DISC RDM (disc random) displays. This feature does not work with playlists. When in random, pressing and releasing either SEEK arrow - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 186
takes you to the next display mode. To change the default on the display, press the DISPL The radio produces one beep and the selected display is now the default. INFO (Information): INFO while either the ignition or radio is off. CDs can be loaded with the ignition and radio off if this button is - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 187
open area, the signal should return. Loading: The radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text Info: No artist, song title, category, or text information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working your vehicle serviced, check with your dealer/retailer. Radio ID: If - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 188
of your vehicle's radio. The feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it does not operate and LOCKED displays. When the radio and vehicle are turned off, the blinking red light indicates that THEFTLOCK - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 189
the loud level to normal, and NORMAL will appear on the radio display. Each time the chime volume is changed, three chimes will sound to indicate the new volume selected. Removing the radio and not replacing it with a factory radio or chime module will disable vehicle chimes. Fixed Mast Antenna The - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 190
✍ NOTES 3-62 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 191
33 Truck-Camper Loading Information ...4-40 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab ...4-40 Towing ...4-40 Towing Your Vehicle ...4-40 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-41 Towing a Trailer ...4-47 Trailer Recommendations ...4-57 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...4-2 Driving for Better Fuel Economy - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 192
Road, and the Vehicle Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy idling the engine for long periods of time. When road and weather same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 193
driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you are with a group, designate the leading highway safety problem is for people never road can provide. Meaning, you can lose control of the vehicle. Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect vehicle performance. See Accessories - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 194
Light all play a part. So do alcohol, road, whether it is pavement or gravel; the condition of the road, whether it is wet, dry, or icy; tire tread; the condition of the brakes; the weight the engine stops accessories can affect vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 5-3. 4-4 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 195
happens with ABS: A computer senses that the wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels is about to stop rolling, the computer will separately work the brakes at each front wheel and at both rear wheels. ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel, as required, faster than any driver could - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 196
performs several diagnostic checks to insure there are no problems. The system may be heard or felt while it is working. This is normal and does not mean there is a problem cruise control can be re-engaged when road conditions allow. See Cruise Control on conditions. This feature uses the stability - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 197
control is turned off, only the brake-traction control portion of traction control will work. The engine speed management will be disabled. In this mode, engine power is not reduced automatically and the drive wheels can spin more freely. This can cause the brake-traction control to activate - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 198
The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Reduce engine power and do not spin the wheel(s) excessively while these lights and messages are displayed. TCS can operate on dry roads under some conditions. When this happens, the system may be heard working or a reduction in acceleration - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 199
) problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service. When this message is on, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-38. Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect the vehicle's performance. See Accessories and - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 200
you come over a hill and find a truck stopped in your lane, or a car suddenly time for evasive action - steering around the problem. Your vehicle can perform very well in emergencies like these. First steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object. The fact - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 201
edge. Then turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Let us review what driving experts say about what happens when the three control systems - brakes, steering, and acceleration - do not have enough friction where the tires meet the road - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 202
packed snow on the road to make a mirrored surface -and slow down when you have any doubt. Remember: Any Antilock Brake System (ABS) helps avoid only the braking skid. Off-Road Driving Vehicles with four-wheel drive can be used for off-road driving. Vehicles without four-wheel drive should not be - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 203
You Go Off-Roading • Have all necessary maintenance and service work done. • Make sure there is enough fuel, that fluid levels are where they should be, and that the spare tire is fully inflated. • Be sure to read all the information about four-wheel-drive vehicles in this manual. • Make sure all - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 204
Vehicle for Off-Road Driving CAUTION: (Continued) • Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle's { CAUTION: • Cargo on the load floor piled higher injured. Keep cargo below the top of the seatbacks. Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain. You or your - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 205
or other combustible materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle's exhaust system. • Always use established trails, roads, and areas that have been specially set aside for public off-road recreational driving and obey all posted regulations. Traveling to Remote Areas It makes sense - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 206
. Off-roading requires some new and different engine sounds. Use your arms, hands, feet, and body to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce. Controlling the vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving off-road, bouncing and quick changes in direction features. Surface Conditions: Off-roading - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 207
take you uphill or downhill? Will you have to stop suddenly or change direction quickly? When driving over obstacles or rough terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs, or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands. When driving over bumps, rocks, or other - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 208
hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top. On a to maintain speed. Not using more power than needed can avoid spinning the wheels or sliding. • Is there a constant incline, or does the hill get - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 209
visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills. If the vehicle transmission to P (Park) or the manual transmission to Neutral and restart the engine. Then, shift to R (Reverse), left hand on the steering wheel at the 12 o'clock position so you can tell if the wheels are straight and can maneuver - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 210
Never attempt to prevent a stall by shifting into N (Neutral), or pressing the clutch pedal if the vehicle has a manual transmission, to rev-up the engine and regain forward momentum. This will not work. The vehicle can roll backward very quickly and could go out of control. Exit on the uphill side - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 211
all the work and could overheat and fade. Vehicles are much more likely to stall when going uphill, but if it happens when going downhill: 1. Stop the vehicle by applying the regular brakes and apply the parking brake. 2. Shift to P (Park) and, while still braking, restart the engine. 3. Shift back - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 212
end. But when driving across an incline, the narrower track width - the distance between the left and right wheels - might not prevent the vehicle from tilting and rolling over. Driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels which could cause a downhill slide or a rollover. 4-22 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 213
vehicle will take if it does roll over. When driving on sand, wheel traction changes. On loosely packed sand, such as on beaches or sand dunes, the Sand, Snow, or Ice When you drive in mud, snow, or sand, the wheels do not get good traction. Acceleration is not as quick, turning is more difficult, - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 214
and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust system for damage and check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. The vehicle requires more frequent service due to off-road use. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 215
day driving because some drivers are likely to be impaired - by alcohol or drugs, with night vision problems, or by fatigue. Night driving tips include: When tired, pull off the road. Do not wear sunglasses. Avoid staring directly into approaching headlamps. Keep the windshield and all glass on - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 216
they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When your vehicle is hydroplaning, a large puddle of water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally. Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. Driving - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 217
serviced Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: All levels checked? Lamps: Do they all work and are lenses clean? Tires: Are treads good? Are tires inflated to recommended pressure? up-to-date maps? • Keep the vehicle well ventilated. • Keep interior temperature cool. • Keep your eyes moving - scan the road - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 218
and they could get so hot that they would not work well. You would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear when going downhill. • Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. • Check all fluid levels and - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 219
even less traction. Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or sand. Drive with caution, whatever the not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. If the vehicle - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 220
Turn on the Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6. • Tie a red cloth to an outside mirror. { CAUTION: Snow can trap engine exhaust under the vehicle. This may cause exhaust gases to get inside. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 221
engine runs faster than the idle speed. This keeps the battery charged to restart the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps. Do this as little as possible to save fuel vehicle can overheat, causing an engine compartment fire or other damage. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 222
gear, or with a manual transmission, between 1 (First) or 2 (Second) and R (Reverse), spinning the wheels as little as possible. To prevent transmission wear, wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears. Release the accelerator pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 223
capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it may properly carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification/Tire label. { CAUTION: Notice: Never use recovery hooks to tow - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 224
label attached to the driver's side extended cab door, above the door latch post. The Tire and Loading Information label shows the number of occupant seating positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. The Tire and Loading Information label also shows the size - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 225
lbs). and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4. 6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 226
Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) x 2 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 300 lbs (136 kg) 700 lbs (317 kg) Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 227
like extended cab models, will have the Certification/Tire label attached to the edge of the driver's side, extended cab door, below the door latch post. The label shows the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, cargo, and trailer tongue - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 228
a heavy load, you should spread it out. Similar appearing vehicles may have different GVWRs and capacity weights. Please change your weight ratings. Ask your dealer/retailer to help you load your vehicle the right way. Notice: Overloading your vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not be covered - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 229
folded down unless you need to. There is also important loading information for off-road driving in this manual. See "Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving" under Off-Road Driving on page 4-12. Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight rating (GAWR) of the front or rear axle. By positioning - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 230
differences between a chassis cab and a pickup with the box removed which could affect vehicle safety. Towing Towing Your Vehicle To avoid damage, the disabled vehicle should be towed with all four wheels off the ground. Consult your dealer/retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 231
going to be used? See your dealer/retailer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations. Notice: If the vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground, the drivetrain components could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 232
on page 2-26. Use the following procedure to dinghy tow a four-wheel-drive vehicle: 1. Position the vehicle being towed behind the tow vehicle. 2. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First). 3. Turn the engine off and firmly set the parking brake. See Parking - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 233
must be towed with the rear wheels on the dolly. See "Rear Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground)" later in this section for more information. Notice: If a two-wheel-drive vehicle is towed with the rear wheels on the ground, the transmission could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 234
from the front: 1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer's instructions. 2. Drive the front wheels onto the dolly. 3. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First). 4. Turn the engine off and firmly set the parking brake. See Parking - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 235
4. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First). 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 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 236
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 on page 2-31. 4. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First). 7. Shift the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 237
identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle, read the information in "Weight of the Trailer" that appears later in this section. Trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel economy. Successful - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 238
vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight. • Consider using a sway control. See "Hitches" later in this section. • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles (800 km) the new vehicle is driven. The engine, axle or other parts could be damaged. • Then, during the first - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 239
vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle 2WD Regular Cab 2.9L L4 Automatic Transmission 2.9L L4 Manual Transmission 3.7L L5 Automatic Transmission 2WD Extended Cab 2.9L L4 Automatic Transmission 2.9L L4 Manual Transmission 3.7L L5 Automatic Transmission 5.3L V8 Automatic - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 240
4WD Extended Cab 2.9L L4 Automatic Transmission 2.9L L4 Manual Transmission 3.7L L5 Automatic Transmission 5.3L V8 Automatic Transmission 5.3L V8 Automatic Transmission, ZQ8 Sport Suspension 4WD Crew Cab 3.7L L5 Automatic Transmission Axle Ratio 3.73 3.73 3.73 3.42 4.10 3.42 Maximum Trailer Weight - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 241
the trailer weight the vehicle can tow. If towing a trailer, the tongue load must be added to the GVW because the vehicle will be carrying that weight, too. See Loading the Vehicle on page 4-33 for more information about the vehicle's maximum load capacity. The trailer tongue weight (A) should - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 242
266 kg), a RGAWR of 4,000 lbs (1 814 kg) and a GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) of 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg). The trailer rating should be: If the vehicle has many options and there is a front seat passenger and two rear seat passengers with some luggage and gear in the vehicle as well. 300 lbs - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 243
trucks going by and rough roads are a few reasons why the right hitch is needed. Trailer Brakes A loaded trailer that weighs more than 1,000 lbs (450 kg) needs to have its own brake system that is adequate for the weight of the trailer. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 244
information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 2-35. Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience. Get to know the rig before setting out for the open road. Get acquainted with the feel of handling and braking with the added weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 245
would get hot and no longer work well. Vehicles with automatic transmissions can tow in D (Drive), but you may want to shift to a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often (e.g., under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions). If the vehicle has a manual transmission it is better not to - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 246
for vehicles with a manual transmission. Turn the wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel chocks are in place, release the brake pedal until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the brake - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 247
not exceeded. If using a weight-distributing hitch, weigh the vehicle without the spring bars in place. The best performance is obtained by correctly spreading out the weight of the load and choosing the correct hitch and trailer brakes. For more information see Towing a Trailer on page 4-47. 4-57 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 248
✍ NOTES 4-58 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 249
...5-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-10 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-11 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-15 Engine Oil Life System ...5-18 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-20 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...5-21 Manual Transmission Fluid ...5-24 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 250
(VIN) ...5-107 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-108 Electrical System ...5-108 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-108 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-109 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...5-109 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...5-109 Capacities and Specifications ...5-115 Capacities and Specifications - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 251
retailer can accessorize the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories. When you go to your GM dealer/retailer and ask for GM Accessories, you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM Accessories. Also, see Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 252
Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals. Doing Your Own Service Work automotive applications, such as airbag initiators, seat belt pretensioners, and lithium batteries contained in - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 253
75. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Record on page 6-16. Fuel Use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of this vehicle. To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 254
vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves, look for gasoline that is advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline. For customers who do not use TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, one bottle of GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel tank at every engine oil change, can - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 255
affected. The malfunction indicator lamp might turn on. If this occurs, return to your dealer/retailer for service. Fuels in Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel might be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 256
cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off the engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling the vehicle. Do not use cellular phones. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 257
fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. If the fuel cap is not properly installed, the FUEL CAP message appears on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and the check engine light attendant. Leave the area immediately. Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer/ - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 258
Dispense fuel only into approved containers. • Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle, in a vehicle's trunk, pickup bed, fuel. • Do not use a cellular phone while pumping fuel. { CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 259
latch on the hood. It is located below the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood. 4. Release the hood prop from its retainer and put the hood prop into closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then lift the hood to relieve pressure on the hood prop. Remove the hood prop from - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 260
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 3.7L engine (2.9L engine similar), you will see the following: 5-12 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 261
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20. D. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (low in engine compartment). See Power Steering Fluid on page 5-34. E. Automatic Transmission Fluid Dipstick (If Equipped). See "Checking the Fluid Level" under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 5-21. F. Engine Oil Fill - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 262
When you open the hood on the 5.3L engine, you will see the following: 5-14 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 263
Compartment Fuse Block on page 5-109. L. Radiator Pressure Cap. See Cooling System on page 5-26. Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil every time you get fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 264
dipstick all the way back in when you are through. V8 Engine If the oil is below the cross-hatched area (L), add at least one quart/liter of the recommended oil. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5-115. 5-16 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 265
GM Standard GM6094M and showing the American Petroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Engines starburst symbol. Failure to use the recommended oil can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. • GM6094M Use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. • SAE 5W-30 SAE 5W-30 is - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 266
be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your dealer/retailer has trained people who will perform this work using genuine parts and reset the system. It is also important to check the oil regularly and keep it at the proper level. Engine Oil Additives / Engine Oil - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 267
the Engine Oil Life System The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to change the engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Whenever the oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where you change the oil prior to a CHANGE OIL - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 268
dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter To inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter, do the following: 1. Unfasten the clips that hold the cover on and remove the cover. The engine air cleaner/filter is located in the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 269
service department. If adding it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or there could be a false reading on the dipstick. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine parts or exhaust - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 270
15 miles (24 km) when outside temperatures are above 50°F (10°C). If it is colder than 50°F (10°C), drive the vehicle in 3 (Third) until the engine temperature gage moves and then remains steady for 10 minutes. A cold fluid check can be made after the vehicle has been sitting for eight hours - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 271
pint (0.5 L). Do not overfill. Notice: Use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage the vehicle, and the damages may not be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-11. 3. Check both sides of - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 272
fluid is when the engine oil is changed. However, the fluid in the manual transmission does not require changing. After this is done: How to Check Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at your GM dealer/retailer service department. If doing it - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 273
Be sure the plug is fully seated. The hydraulic clutch fluid reservoir cap has this symbol on it. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 regularly check clutch fluid unless a leak in the system is suspected. Adding fluid will not correct a leak. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 274
When to Check and What to Use Cooling System The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the fluid level in the clutch master cylinder reservoir and for the proper fl - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 275
corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner, at 30,000 miles (50 000 km) or 24 months, whichever occurs first. Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always use DEX-COOL® (silicate-free) coolant in the vehicle. 5.3L Engine A. Coolant Recovery Tank - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 276
and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 5-32. Use a 50/50 mixture of clean not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Too much water in the mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core, and other parts. Notice: - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 277
cool before this is done. You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 278
directly to the radiator, but be sure the cooling system is cool before this is done. { CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan. { CAUTION - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 279
3. Fill the radiator with the proper DEX-COOL® coolant mixture, up to the base of the filler neck. See Engine Coolant on page 5-28 for more information about the proper coolant mixture. 4. Fill the coolant recovery tank to the FULL COLD mark. 5. Reinstall the cap - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 280
Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-29. If the engine is too hot, the air conditioning might stop working. This is normal and helps cool the engine. You may decide not to lift the hood when the warning appears, but instead get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 7-7. If - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 281
the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine can engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the clutch is not engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing hear this fan noise when you start the engine. It will go away as the fan - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 282
the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Wipe the Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluid unless you suspect fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. What be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Always use the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 283
concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. • Do not mix and damage your washer fluid tank and other parts of the washer system. Also, water does not washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for reservoir location. - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 284
will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system engine and burn, if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and the vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work is - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 285
oil, such as engine oil, in the brake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced. Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid. After work Vehicle on page 5-103. What to Add Use only new DOT-3 brake fluid from a sealed container. See - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 286
the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and removed for rotation or changing. When you have the work well. That could lead to an accident. When the brake wear warning sound is heard, have the vehicle serviced - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 287
to get new approved replacement parts. If this is not done, the brakes might not work properly. For example, if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for the vehicle, the balance between the front and rear brakes can change - for the worse. The braking performance expected can change in many - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 288
a manual transmission in Neutral before setting the parking brake. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure the transfer case is not in Neutral. Notice: If you leave the radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 289
one. Negative (−) will go to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the batteries have enough water. You do ACDelco® battery (or batteries) installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery has filler - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 290
does not go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part, or to a remote negative (−) terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery engine for a while. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 291
would not be covered by your warranty Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 292
6-11 to determine which kind of lubricant to use. Four-Wheel Drive Lubricant checks in this section apply to this vehicle. There Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Additional Required Services on page 6-6. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 293
on page 6-11. Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check your front axle fluid unless you suspect there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 294
How to Check Lubricant If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the front axle, you may need to add some lubricant. When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level to 1/2 inch (12 mm) below the filler plug hole. When the differential is at operating - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 295
-aimed, it is recommended that you take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer for service. Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-51. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer/retailer. Halogen Bulbs { CAUTION - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 296
on page 5-11. 2. Reach in and access the bulb sockets from inside the engine compartment. 4. Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb by releasing the clips out. 6. Push the new bulb straight in until it clicks to secure it. 7. Plug in the electrical connector to the new bulb socket. 8. Push - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 297
bulbs: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 5-11. 5. Push the new bulb into the socket until it clicks. 6. Push the bulb socket straight into the two screws and lift off the lamp assembly from the vehicle. 2. Reach in to access either one of the bulb sockets in the engine compartment. 3. Turn - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 298
to remove it from the taillamp assembly. 5. Holding the socket, pull the old bulb straight out to release it from the socket. 6. Push the new bulb straight into the socket until it clicks. 7. Insert the bulb socket into the taillamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure. 8. Reinstall the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 299
bulb socket out of the connector. 3. Pull the old bulb straight out from the bulb socket. 4. Push the new bulb straight in until it clicks to secure it. 5. Reach under the rear bumper to reinstall the bulb socket into the connector. 6. Turn the bulb socket clockwise to secure it to the connector - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 300
removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-14. Allowing the wiper blade arm to touch the would not be covered by your warranty. Do not allow the wiper blade arm to touch the windshield. 1. To remove the old wiper blades, lift the wiper arm - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 301
4. To install the new wiper insert, slide the insert (D), notched end last, into the end with two blade claws (A). Slide the insert all the way through the blade claws - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 302
Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your exing. You could have an air-out and a serious accident. See Loading the Vehicle on page 4-33. CAUTION: (Continued) 5-54 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 303
and numbers used to define a particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the "Tire Size" illustration later in this section for more detail. (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification): Original equipment tires designed to GM's specific tire - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 304
pressure needed to support that load. (A) Temporary Use Only: The compact spare tire or temporary use tire has a tread life of approximately 3,000 miles (5 000 km) and should not be driven at speeds over 65 mph (105 km/h). The compact spare tire is for emergency use when a regular road tire has - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 305
service description. The letter T as the first character in the tire size means the tire is for temporary use only. (G) TPC Spec (Tire Performance as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim Association. (B) Tire Width: - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 306
per square inch (psi) or kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Aspect Ratio: The relationship of - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 307
pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg). See Loading the Vehicle on page 4-33 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 308
page 5-72. Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg) plus the rated cargo load. See Loading the Vehicle on page 4-33. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 309
or irregular wear • Poor handling • Reduced fuel economy If your tires have too much air (over-inflation), you can get the following: • Unusual wear • Poor handling • Rough ride • Needless damage from road hazards A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle. This - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 310
tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label, no further adjustment is necessary. If the inflation inflation pressure adjustment for high speed operation. When speed limits and road conditions are such that a vehicle can be driven at high speeds, - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 311
It will read something like this: Maximum load 690 kg (1521 lbs) 300 kPa those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may Monitor System (TPMS) uses radio and sensor technology to - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 312
wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 5-65 for additional information. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry and Science Canada The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) operates on a radio frequency and complies with Part - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 313
and wheel assembly light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as you start to drive. This could be an early indicator that the air pressure in the tire(s) are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure. A Tire and Loading is not covered by your - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 314
or damaged. The DIC message and the TPMS malfunction light should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching process is performed successfully. See your dealer/retailer for service. 5-66 • Replacement tires or wheels do not match your vehicle's original equipment tires or - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 315
engine off. 3. Turn the exterior lamp switch from AUTO to OFF four times within three seconds. A double horn chirp will sound and the TPMS low tire warning light code has been matched to this tire and wheel position. If you do not hear the Loading Information label. 11. Put the valve caps back on the valve - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 316
000 km). See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4. The purpose of a regular tire rotation is to achieve a uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. This will ensure that your vehicle continues to perform most like it did when the tires were new. The first rotation is the most important. See Scheduled - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 317
nuts are properly tightened. See "Wheel Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications on page 5-115. When It Is Time for New Tires Various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions, influence when you need new tires. One way to tell when it - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 318
vehicle, when it was new, were designed to meet General Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification (TPC spec) system rating. If you conditions affect how fast this aging takes place, including temperatures, loading conditions, and inflation pressure maintenance. With proper care and maintenance - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 319
vehicle performing most like it did when the tires were new. Replacing less than a full set of tires can affect the braking and handling performance wheels on the vehicle. If you must replace your vehicle's tires with those that do not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 320
(NHTSA), which grades tires by treadwear, traction, and temperature performance. This applies only to vehicles sold in the United States. wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle, and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician. See Buying New Tires on page 5-70 and Accessories - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 321
light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate. { WARNING: The traction grade - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 322
were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance. Adjustments to wheel alignment and tire balancing will not be necessary on a regular basis. However, if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling to one side or the other - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 323
with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, and TPMS sensors for your vehicle. Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 324
suspension, or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions . CAUTION: (Continued) To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive slowly, readjust, or remove the device if it is contacting your vehicle. Do not spin the vehicle's wheels - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 325
foot off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then to a stop, well off the road if possible. { CAUTION: Lifting a vehicle and getting under it changing a flat tire. If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use the jacking equipment to - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 326
wheel-drive vehicle, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear - not in Neutral. 4. Turn off the engine changed. That would be the tire on the other side, at the opposite end of the vehicle. { CAUTION: Changing even killed. Find a level place to change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle from - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 327
has a flat tire (B), use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks (A). Removing the Spare Tire and Tools A. Wheel Block B. Flat Tire The following information explains how to use the jack and change a tire. A. Wing Nut B. Storage Bag and Tools The tools - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 328
Regular/Extended Cab For regular and extended cab vehicles, the jack and wheel blocks are located under the cover at the center of the vehicle behind the front seats. A. Jack B. Wheel Blocks C. Wing Nut D. Jack Knob 1. Turn the wing nut on the cover counterclockwise to remove it. 2. Lower the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 329
Crew Cab For crew cab models, the jack and wheel blocks are located under the driver side rear seat. 1. Reach under the rear seat to access the jack and wheel blocks. A. Jack Handle Extensions B. Jack 2. Turn the jack knob counterclockwise to lower the jack all the way and release it from the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 330
end of the jack handle (C) at a slight angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the funnel-shaped guide. 3. Turn the wheel wrench (D) counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground. Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. If - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 331
tire has been lowered, and slide it up the cable so it can be pulled up through the wheel opening. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle. The tools you will be using include the jack - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 332
to loosen all the wheel nuts by turning it counterclockwise. Do not remove the wheel nuts yet. { CAUTION: Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 333
improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle. Front Position If the flat tire is on the front of the vehicle, position the jack - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 334
enough room for the spare tire to fit under the wheel well. { CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 335
back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the wheel is held against the hub. 9. Install the spare tire. { CAUTION: Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 336
Front Position Rear Position 11. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack completely. 5-88 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 337
nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire, you must also reinstall the center cap. Place the cap on the wheel and tap it into place until it seats flush with the wheel. The cap only goes on one way. Be sure to - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 338
tire from suddenly falling off your vehicle. For the secondary latch to work, the spare must be installed with the valve stem pointing down. See CAUTION: Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions. Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 339
wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice. You cannot overtighten the cable. 3. Loosen the cable by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise three or four turns. 4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 under - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 340
wrench to the jack and place it (with the wheel blocks) under the vehicle towards the front of the rear bumper. Position the center lift point of the jack under the wheel. 9. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the tire. 10. Continue raising the jack until the tire stops - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 341
insert the hoist end of the extension into the hoist shaft hole in the bumper and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of the way. 14. Tilt assembly until it has been replaced. To continue changing the flat tire, see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 5- - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 342
extended period of time or with the valve stem pointing up can damage the wheel. Always stow the wheel with the valve stem pointing down and have the wheel/tire repaired as soon as possible. 2. Tilt the retainer downward and through the center wheel opening. Make sure the retainer is fully seated - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 343
end of the jack handle at a slight angle through the hole in the rear bumper and into the funnel-shaped guide. 5. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the tire part way up. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening and the valve stem is pointed down. Continue raising the tire, watch - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 344
to the storage bag. 2. Attach the storage bag to the floor under the front passenger seat. 3. Reinstall the wing nut to secure the bag to the vehicle. To store the jack and wheel blocks: Regular/Extended Cab 7. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull (A), and then try to turn (B) the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 345
handle clockwise to secure the jack within the bracket. Crew Cab 5. Put the cover in position and insert and tighten the wing nut to secure it. A. Jack B. Wheel Blocks C. Wing Nut 1. Attach the wheel blocks (B) to the jack (A) with the wheel block retainer and the wing nut (C). 2. Reinstall the - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 346
was new, it can lose air over time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. It should be 60 psi (420 kPa). Notice: If the vehicle has four-wheel an automatic car wash with guide rails. The compact spare can get caught on the rails which can damage the tire, wheel and other parts of the vehicle. Do - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 347
tire, which, when new, was fully inflated. A spare tire may lose air over time, so check its inflation pressure regularly. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-61 and Loading the Vehicle on page 4-33 for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading your vehicle. For instruction on how to - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 348
that transfer color to home furnishings may also transfer color to the vehicle's interior. When cleaning the vehicle's interior, only use cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning the vehicle's interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening the vehicle's - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 349
liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide. Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps. To clean: 1. Saturate a lint-free, solvents such as naptha, alcohol, etc. that can damage the vehicle's interior. Fabric/Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 350
-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle's interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the gloss in a non that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic surfaces may permanently change { CAUTION: Do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 351
should not be used on plastic parts, do not use it on the vehicle or damage may occur and it would not be covered by the warranty. Do not Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 352
such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys looking new, keep the vehicle garaged or covered whenever possible. Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts Bright metal parts should be cleaned regularly to - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 353
roads that have been sprayed with magnesium, calcium or sodium chloride. These chlorides are used on roads wheels, could damage the surface of the wheel(s). The repairs would not be covered by the warranty. Use only approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. The surface of these wheels - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 354
ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. 5-106 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 355
defect in the paint job causes this, we will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12,000 miles (20 000 km appears on the Certification/Tire and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. 5-107 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 356
The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This code helps identify the vehicle's engine, specifications, and replacement parts. See "Engine Specifications" under Capacities and Specifications on page 5-115 for your vehicle's engine code. Electrical System Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 357
the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If you ever have a problem on the road and do not have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick some feature of the vehicle that you can get along without - like - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 358
5-110 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 359
Brake System (ABS), ABS Module, Four-Wheel Drive, Gravity Sensor ABS 1 (ABS Logic) ABS 2 (ABS Pump) Accessory Power 1 Accessory Power 2 Back-up Lights Climate Control Fan Cluster Fuel Canister Vent Solenoid Cruise Control Switch, Inside Rearview Mirror, Transfer Case Control Module, Brake Switch - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 360
(2WD/4WD switch lighting) Passenger Side Headlamp Regulated Voltage Control Sunroof (If Equipped) Stop Lamps Starter Solenoid Relay Truck Body Controller Transmission Control Module Transfer Case Control Module Trailer Brake Transmission Solenoid BACKUP LAMP Back Up Lamp HORN HTD/SEAT IGN INJ LT - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 361
Fuses TRN/HAZRD FRT TRN/HAZRD REAR VSES WPR WSW Relays A/C CMPRSR BEAM SEL DRL FOG/LAMP BK UP LP HDLP HORN IGN 3 HVAC PRK/LAMP Usage Turn/Hazard/Courtesy/Cargo Lamps/Mirrors Rear Turn/Hazard Lights Vehicle Stability Enhancement System Wiper Wiper/Washer Switch Relays PWR/TRN RAP Usage Powertrain, - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 362
2.9L and 3.7L Fuses A B C D 5.3L Usage Trailer Park Lamp Communication Interface Module Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System, Sensing and Diagnostic Module Trailer Auxiliary Maxi-Fuse 5-114 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 363
on page 6-11 for more information. Capacities and Specifications Capacities Application Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a Cooling System 2.9L L4 Engine 3.7L L5 Engine 5.3L V8 Engine Engine Oil with Filter 2.9L L4 Engine 3.7L L5 Engine 5.3L V8 Engine Fuel Tank 5.0 qt 6.0 qt 6.0 qt 19.5 gal - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 364
Manual - Rear-Wheel Drive Manual - Four-Wheel Drive Wheel Nut Torque 5.0 qt 2.3 qt 2.4 qt 100 lb ft 4.7 L 2.2 L 2.3 L 140 Y English Metric All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Engine - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 365
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-8 At Least Once a Month ...6-9 At Least Once a Year ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-11 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-14 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-15 Maintenance Record ...6-16 Maintenance - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 366
intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual are necessary to keep this vehicle in good working condition. Any damage caused by failure to follow scheduled maintenance might not be covered by the vehicle warranty. 6-2 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 367
When you go to your dealer/retailer for service, trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine parts. To purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-15. Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 tells what should be checked, when - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 368
not indicate that vehicle service is necessary for over a year. However, the engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your dealer/retailer has trained service technicians who will perform this work using genuine parts and reset the system - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 369
Service Change engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-15. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-18. An Emission Control Service. Visually check for any leaks or damage. See footnote (g). Inspect engine air cleaner filter. If necessary, replace filter. See Engine - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 370
for each item. Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components. Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 371
reminder light and safety belt assemblies are working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If fuel door hinges, latches and locks (including glove box and console doors), hood latch assembly, secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, and any moving seat - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 372
cap. (j) If driving regularly under dusty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. (k) Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary. Owner Checks and Services These owner checks and services should be performed at the intervals - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 373
. 2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-31. Do not use the accelerator pedal, See Changing a Flat Tire on page 5-78. Tire Wear Inspection Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service notifi - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 374
ignition to ON/RUN, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer/retailer for service. • For automatic transmission vehicles, the ignition should turn to - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 375
To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your dealer/retailer if service is required. Engine Oil Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 376
Parking Brake Cable Guides Fluid/Lubricant Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant . Manual Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 89021806, in Canada 89021807). Hydraulic Clutch Fluid (GM Part No. U.S. 12345347, in Canada 10953517 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 377
of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Weatherstrip Conditioning Hood and Door Hinges, Body Door Hinge Pins, Liftgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube Hinge and (GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, Linkage, in Canada 10953474). Folding Seats, and Fuel Door Hinge Weatherstrip Squeaks 6-13 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 378
, or specification can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Engine Oil Filter 2.9L L4 Engine 3.7L L5 Engine 5.3L V8 Engine Spark Plugs 2.9L L4 and 3.7L L5 Engines 5.3L V8 Engine Wiper Blades Driver Side - 22 inches (55 cm) Passenger Side - 19 inches (48 cm) 10389562 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 379
Engine Drive Belt Routing 5.3L Engine 2.9L and 3.7L Engines 6-15 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 380
Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-8 can be - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 381
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-17 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 382
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-18 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 383
...7-15 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...7-15 Service Publications Ordering Information ...7-15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...7-18 Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ...7-18 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 384
been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager. STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, in the U.S., call the GMC Consumer - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 385
THREE - U.S. Owners: Both General Motors and your dealer are committed to making sure you are completely satisfied with your new vehicle. However, is limited by vehicle age, mileage, and other factors. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 386
participation in a no-charge Mediation/ Arbitration Program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims. The program provides for the review of the facts involved by an impartial third party arbiter, and - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 387
place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: My GM Canada (Canada only) My GM Canada is a password-protected services you will have access to: • Get e-mail service reminders. • Access information about your specific vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner manual - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 388
hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use the Text Telephones (TTYs), GMC has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with GMC by dialing: 1-800-GMC-8583 (462-8583). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) From Puerto Rico 1-800-496-9992 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 389
call 1-800-263-3830. Roadside Assistance Program For U.S. purchased vehicles, call 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782); (Text telephone (TTY): 1-888-889-2438). For Canadian purchased vehicles, call 1-800-268-6800. Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. GM Mobility Reimbursement Program - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 390
driving the vehicle is covered. In Canada, a person driving the vehicle without permission from the owner is not covered. Roadside Assistance is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. GMC and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 391
local emergency road service. You will receive payment, up to $100, after sending the original receipt to Roadside Assistance. Mechanical failures may be covered, however any cost for parts and labor for repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner responsibility. 7-9 • Towing or services for - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 392
them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer/retailer requests you to bring the vehicle for service, you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day repair. Courtesy Transportation is not a part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 393
is involved in a collision and it is damaged, have the damage repaired by a qualified technician using the proper equipment and quality replacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairs diminish your vehicle's resale value, and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions. 7-11 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 394
not have been tested for your vehicle. As a result, these parts may fit poorly, exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 395
or you are instructed to move it are driveable. towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver's name, the service's name, and the phone number. • Once you have an estimate, read it carefully and make sure you understand what work will be performed - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 396
original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair. Depending on your policy limits, your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts. Discuss this - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 397
800-333-0510 or write to: Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 398
engine and transmission performance service your vehicle. Some modules may also store data about how you operate the vehicle, such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed. These modules may also retain the owner's personal preferences, such as radio pre-sets, seat Prices are subject to change - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 399
a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle's systems performed. The of police or similar government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through the is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner. • How various systems in your vehicle were operating - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 400
services, please refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions for information on data collection and use. See also OnStar® System on page 2-41 in this manual for more information. Radio . Refer to the navigation system operating manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions. 7-18 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 401
fications ...5-3 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-17 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-76 Additives, Fuel ...5-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-108 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...5-20 Air Conditioning ...3-18 Airbag Passenger Status Indicator ...3-25 Readiness Light ...3-24 Airbag - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 402
Clock ...Theft-Deterrent Feature ...XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...Audio System Light ...3-27 Braking ...4-4 Braking in Emergencies ...4-6 Break-In, New Fuel ...5-6 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...5-4 California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-4 Canadian Owners ...ii Capacities - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 403
Wheels ...5-105 Exterior Lamps/Lenses ...5-103 Fabric/Carpet ...5-101 Finish Care ...5-104 Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces ...5-102 Interior ...4-3 Coolant Engine ...5-28 Engine Temperature Gage ...3-29 Cooling System ...5-26 Cruise Control ...3-10 Cruise Control Light ...3-33 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 404
54 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4 Dome Lamp ...3-15 Dome Lamp Override ...3-16 Roads ...4-26 Off-Road ...4-12 Recovery Hooks ...4-32 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ...4-32 Winter ...4-29 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...4-2 E EDR ...7-16 Electrical System Add-On Equipment ...5-108 Engine - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 405
and Service Engine Soon Lamp ...Coolant ...Coolant Heater ...Coolant Temperature Gage ...Drive Belt Routing ...Engine Compartment Overview ...Exhaust ...Fan Noise ...Oil ...Oil Life System ...Overheating ...Starting ...Event Data Recorders ...Exit Lighting ...Extender, Safety Belt ...Exterior Cargo - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 406
13 Heated Seats ...1-4 Heater ...3-18 Engine Coolant ...2-21 Highbeam On Light ...3-33 High-Speed Operation, Tires ...5-62 Highway Hypnosis ...4-27 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-28 Hood Checking Things Under ...5-10 Release ...5-11 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-29 Fuel ...3-34 Speedometer - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 407
...3-15 Dome Lamp Override ...3-16 Exterior Cargo ...3-15 Lap Belt ...1-33 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...1-27 LATCH System for Child Restraints ...1-45 Latches, Seatback ...1-9 License Plate Lamps ...5-51 Light Airbag Readiness ...3-24 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ...3-28 Brake System Warning ...3-27 - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 408
Parts ...6-14 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-11 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-2 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-30 Manual Lumbar Controls ...1-3 Manual Seats ...1-2 Manual - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 409
20 Outlets Accessory Power ...3-17 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-40 Manual Mirrors ...2-39 Power Mirrors ...2-40 Owner Checks and Services ...6-8 Owners, Canadian ...ii O Odometer ...Odometer, Trip ...Off-Road Driving ...Off-Road Recovery ...Oil Engine ...Pressure Light ...Oil, Engine Oil Life System - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 410
, California ...5-4 Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab ...4-40 Power Door Locks ...2-7 Lumbar Controls ...1-4 Retained Accessory ...2-19 Seat ...1-3 Steering Fluid ...5-34 Windows ...2-12 Privacy ...7-16 Event Data Recorders ...7-17 Navigation System ...7-18 OnStar ...7-18 Radio Frequency Identi - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 411
Parts After a Crash ...1-78 Retained Accessory Power ...2-19 Roadside Assistance Program ...7-7 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out ...4-32 Routing, Engine Front Seat Position ...1-58 Rear Seat Position ...1-56 Right Front Seat Position ...1-58 Security Light ...3-33 Service ...5-3 Accessories and - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 412
Lane-Change ...3-7 Sliding Rear Windows ...2-13 Spare Tire ...5-98 Installing ...5-83 Removing ...5-79 Storing ...5-94 Specifications, Capacities ...5-115 Speedometer ...3-22 Stabilitrak® System ...4-6 StabiliTrak®/TCS Warning Light ...3-28 Starting the Engine ...2-20 Steering ...4-9 Steering Wheel - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 413
...4-6 Trailer Recommendations ...4-57 Transmission Fluid, Automatic ...5-21 Fluid, Manual ...5-24 Up-Shift Light ...3-26 Transmission Operation, Automatic ...2-22 Transmission Operation, Manual ...2-25 Trip Odometer ...3-22 Truck-Camper Loading Information ...4-40 Turn and Lane-Change Signals - 2009 GMC Canyon Crew Cab | Owner's Manual - Page 414
Recording and Privacy ...7-16 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-107 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-108 Ventilation Adjustment ...3-20 Visors ...2-13 Where to Put the Restraint ...1-44 Windows ...2-11 Manual ...2-12 Power ...2-12 Sliding Rear ...2-13 Windshield Washer ...3-9 Washer