2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo Owner's Manual
2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo Manual
2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo manual content summary:
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2010 GMC Savana Owner Manual In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...5-2 Towing ...5-22 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service ...6-3 Fuel ...6-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...6-12 All-Wheel Drive - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Vehicle Identification ...6-103 Electrical System ...6-104 Capacities and Specifications ...6-110 Maintenance Schedule ...7-1 Maintenance Schedule ...7-2 Customer Assistance Information ...8-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...8-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...8-14 Vehicle Data Recording and - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 3
: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: GENERAL MOTORS, GM, the GMC Emblem, GMC, the GMC Truck Emblem, and the name SAVANA are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual describes features that may or may not be - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 4
, or indicator. 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 or information. Vehicle Symbol Chart Here are some additional symbols that may be - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 5
I: B: O: #: .: +: j: *: Cruise Control Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gage Fuses Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer :: }: /: >: 7: F: M: Oil Pressure Power Remote Vehicle Start Safety Belt Reminders Tire Pressure Monitor Tow/Haul Mode _: i: Traction Control Windshield - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 6
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Belt ...1-8 Airbag On-Off Switch ...1-8 Sensing System for Passenger Airbag ...1-9 Mirror Adjustment ...1-9 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...1-10 Monitor ...1-17 Engine Oil Life System ...1-17 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ...1-18 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...1-18 Roadside Assistance Program ...1-18 1-1 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Instrument Panel 1-2 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 9
12. Cruise Control on page 4-6. Fast Idle System (If Equipped). See Duramax Diesel Manual for more information. L. M. N. O. P. Q. R. S. T. U. Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4-14. StabiliTrak® System on page 5-5 (If Equipped). Airbag Off Switch on page 2-69. Storage Areas on page 3-42. Passenger - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 10
detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual. Press K again within five seconds to unlock all remaining doors. Press j to unlock only the cargo doors. Press Q to lock all doors. Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. Press Remote Keyless - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 11
steps for a 10-minute time extension. Remote start can be extended only once. Door Locks Manual Door Locks Lock and unlock the door from the outside using key or the RKE transmitter, if available. From the inside, slide the manual lever on the door up or down. Canceling a Remote Start To cancel - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 12
located on each of the side doors. The driver door also has a control to operate the front passenger window. Try to move the seat to be sure the seat is locked in place. See Manual Seats on page 2-2. Press or pull up on the switch to lower or raise the window. See - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 13
Power Seats Reclining Seatbacks If the vehicle has front power seat(s), the controls are located at the front center of the seat cushion. Adjust the seat by moving the center knob up, down, right or left. Raise and lower the front or rear of the seat cushion by moving the right or left lever up or - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 14
of the switches pictured in the following illustrations, the vehicle has an airbag on-off switch that you can use to manually turn on or off the right front passenger airbag. Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly. Safety Belts: They Are - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 15
sensing system, the passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started. Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Vehicles with outside manual mirrors can be adjusted by moving the mirror up and down or left to right so you can see a little of the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 16
view of the objects behind you. Steering Wheel Adjustment Manually fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going the base of the mirror, forward for daytime use and pull it for nighttime use. See Manual Rearview Mirror on page 3-40. For vehicles with a tilt steering wheel, the lever is - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 17
is opened. They turn off after all the doors are closed. To manually turn on the dome lamps, turn the instrument panel brightness knob, located on off when a door is opened. Press the button again to return it to the extended position so that the dome lamps come on when a door is opened. O : - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 18
For more information, see: • Exterior Lamps on page 4-9. • Headlamps on Reminder on page 4-11. • Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) on page 4-11. • Automatic Headlamp System on page 4-11. d: a: 9: Slow wipes. Fast wipes. Turns the wipers off. Windshield Wiper/Washer L : Push the paddle on top of the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 19
Vehicle Features Radio(s) Vehicles With Air Conditioning A. B. C. D. Fan Control Temperature Control Air Delivery Mode Control Rear Window Defogger See Climate Control System on page 4-15. See Rear Heating System on page 4-18 (If Equipped) or Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System on page 4-19 ( - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 20
the time or date, depending on the radio, by pressing ©SEEK ¨arrows, s \ REV/FWD buttons, or by turning f clockwise or counterclockwise. For detailed instructions on setting the clock for your specific audio system, see Setting the Clock on page 4-60. 4 : Press to display additional text information - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 21
Steering Wheel Controls If equipped, these controls are located on the right side of the steering wheel. Cruise Control The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel. w / x: Press to seek radio stations or select tracks on a CD. Press and hold to scan radio stations - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 22
to connect auxiliary electrical equipment, such as a cellular phone. The vehicle may have two accessory power outlets located on the instrument panel. To use the accessory power outlet lift the cover. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4-14 and Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter on page 4-15 (If - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 23
Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The Tire Pressure Monitor alerts you when a significant reduction in pressure occurs in one or more of the vehicle's tires by illuminating the low tire pressure warning light on the instrument cluster. Note: The Tire - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 24
the owner of a new GMC, you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program. This program provides technically trained advisors who are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, minor repair information or towing arrangements. Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Inflates? ...2-67 Airbag Off Switch ...2-69 Passenger Sensing System ...2-72 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...2-77 Adding Equipment to Your Belt ...2-24 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...2-29 Safety Belt Extender ...2-29 Child Restraints ...2-30 Older Children ...2-30 Infants and Young - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 26
with factory installed seats, the front seats have built-in head restraints that are not adjustable in the outboard seating positions. 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 27
Power Seat If the vehicle has front power seat(s), the controls are located at the front center of the seat cushion. To raise or lower the seat, move the center knob up or down. To move the seat forward or rearward, move the center knob toward the right or left. To raise or lower the front of the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 28
. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked. The seats have manual reclining seatbacks. The lever used to operate them is located on the inboard side of the seats. 2-4 To recline the seatback: 1. Lift the recline lever - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 29
{ WARNING: Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 30
. 1. To do this, press the tip of a key into the release hole of the safety belt buckle while pulling up on the safety belt. Three Passenger Seat Shown The driver side pin has a gray cap with a black "L" marked on it. 2. Locate the pins. On a three - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 31
by attaching the clip on the safety belt latch to the trim just inside the side door. Three Passenger Seat Shown The passenger side pin has a black cap with a white "R" marked on it. On a four passenger seat, each half of the seat has a set of pins. The driver side has a set marked "L", and - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 32
. 3. Insert the locking pins into the seat base and push the seat to line up the pins with the base. On a three passenger seat, the pin with the black cap marked "R" must be installed on the passenger side and the pin with the gray cap marked "L" on the driver side. On a four - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 33
Seat Shown 4. Push the pin(s) marked "R" down until they are in the retaining clip. Three Passenger Seat Shown 5. Push the pin(s) marked "L" down until they are in the retaining clip. 6. If the vehicle has a floor mat, put the flap back to - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 34
manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger(s) are not wearing safety belts, the injuries can be much worse. You can - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 35
In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a serious one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a person - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 36
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 2-12 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 37
The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 2-13 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 38
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? A: You could be - whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 39
thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. First, before you or your passenger(s) wear a safety belt, there is important information you should know. A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a crash - even one that - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 40
Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt. If you slid under it, - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 41
Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 42
Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 43
Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 44
Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 45
Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 46
Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 47
Q: What is wrong with this? { WARNING: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 48
2-6 for instruction on reconnecting the safety belt to the mini-buckle. The following instructions explain how more slowly. If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt is pulled out all the way, the the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page 2-29. Position the release button on - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 49
safety belt webbing when 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 safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 50
shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger positions. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion You can move the height adjuster up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. Safety Belt Pretensioners If the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) of the vehicle is - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 51
booster seats and for some adults. When installed and properly adjusted, the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head. Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 2. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 52
belt restraining forces. 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. { WARNING: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 53
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. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 54
Child Restraints Older Children The manufacturer's instructions that come with the booster seat state the shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, try using the rear safety belt comfort guide. See "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2-24 for more information. If the shoulder - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 55
never be worn over the abdomen, which could cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash. Also see "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 2-24. According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 56
{ WARNING: 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 57
Infants and Young Children 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 58
{ WARNING: Never do this. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant will suddenly become a 110 kg ( - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 59
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. 2-35 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 60
reduce the risk of neck and head injury during a crash, infants need complete support. This is because an infant's neck is not fully developed and its head meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer's instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 61
Child Restraint Systems { WARNING: A 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 it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 62
A forward-facing child seat (B) provides restraint for the child's body with the harness. A booster seat (C-D) is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle's safety belt system. A booster seat can also help a child to see out the window. 2-38 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 63
that come with the restraint which may be on the restraint 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 replacement copy from the manufacturer. Keep in mind that an unsecured child restraint can - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 64
child restraint is secured in the right front passenger seat, there may be a switch on the instrument panel to manually turn off the right front passenger airbag. See Airbag Off Switch on page 2-69 . Secure the child properly following the instructions that came with that child restraint. 2-40 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 65
forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. It is better to secure . When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible with - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 66
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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 67
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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 68
and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. Do not install three child restraints in the same and the seat cushion. Second, Third and Fourth Row with Three Passenger Seat See the information following for installing a child restraint with a - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 69
at the rear of the seat cushion on the right front passenger's seat. Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 70
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. { WARNING: Children can be seriously injured or strangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 71
safety belts. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired row with three passenger seats only, in the rear driver side seating positions, use anchor point (A). For the rear passenger side seating positions, - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 72
If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback. If the position you are using has an integrated headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the tether over the headrest or head - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 73
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 restraints have - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 74
3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 2-50 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 75
6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 2-42 for more information. 7. Push and pull the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 76
child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { WARNING: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 77
vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4-26. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. 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 will show you how. 2-53 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 78
4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 2-54 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 79
child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers see "If the On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint" under Passenger Sensing System on page 2-72 for more information. To remove the child - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 80
child is so great, if the airbag deploys. { WARNING: A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. A child in - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 81
airbag system. For example, the right front passenger airbag could inflate even though the airbag injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. 1. Move - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 82
4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 2-58 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 83
the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for unless the person who will be sitting there is a member of a passenger airbag risk group. See Airbag Off Switch on page 2-69 for more - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 84
A frontal airbag for the right front passenger. • A roof-rail airbag for the driver (cargo van). • A roof-rail airbag for the right front passenger position (cargo or passenger van equipped with a sliding door). If you have a passenger van with a right front passenger roof-rail airbag and a sliding - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 85
Here are the most important things to know about the airbag system: { WARNING: Airbags inflate with great force, faster than the blink of an eye. Anyone who is up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Do not sit unnecessarily close to the airbag, - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 86
in the middle of the steering wheel. 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 4-23 for more information. 2-62 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 87
similar If the vehicle has one, the right front passenger airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. If the vehicle is a cargo or passenger van with a sliding door and it has a roof-rail airbag for the driver and right front passenger position, the roof-rail airbags are in the ceiling - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 88
For passenger vans with a sliding door, on the passenger side of the vehicle, you will have a separate roof-rail airbag for the passenger seated directly behind the right front passenger and the third row outboard passenger position. { WARNING: If something is between an occupant and an airbag, the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 89
moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries mainly to the driver's or right front passenger's head and chest. However, they are only designed to inflate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds are used - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 90
In addition, the vehicle may have dual-stage frontal airbags. Dual-stage airbags adjust the restraint according to crash severity. The vehicle has electronic frontal sensors, which help the sensing system distinguish between a moderate frontal impact and a more severe frontal impact. For moderate - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 91
dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the vehicle should on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers, and shut off the fuel system after the airbags inflate. You can lock the doors, turn - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 92
important functions in the vehicle, such as the fuel system, brake and steering systems, etc. Even breakage may also occur from the right front passenger airbag. • Airbags are designed to inflate airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for the vehicle covers the need to replace - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 93
instrument panel has one of the switches pictured in the following illustrations, the vehicle has an airbag on-off switch that you can use to manually turn on or off the right front passenger airbag. This switch should only be turned to the off position if the person in the right front - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 94
protect the person sitting there. Do not turn off the passenger's airbag unless the person sitting there is in a risk group. United States Canada To . The airbag off light will come on to let you know that the right front passenger airbag is off. The airbag off light will stay on to remind you that the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 95
may be wrong with the airbag system. For example, the right front passenger airbag could inflate even though the airbag on-off switch is turned off . To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 4-23 for more information - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 96
seat in the front." This is because the risk to the rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. United States Canada The passenger airbag status indicator will be visible on the instrument panel when the vehicle is started. The words ON and OFF, or the symbol for on - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 97
such as a child who has outgrown child restraints. • Or, if there is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag, the off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 98
stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. If this ever happens, have the vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger's seat may not have the protection of the airbag(s). See Airbag Readiness Light on page 4-23 for more on - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 99
following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position (With Passenger Sensing System) in the Index. 5. If, after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle, the on indicator is still lit, turn - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 100
allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove any additional upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with legs comfortably extended. 5. Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 101
covers, seat heaters, and seat massagers can affect how well the passenger sensing system operates. We recommend that you not use seat covers and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 102
have a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position, which includes sensors that are part of the passenger seat. The passenger sensing system in this manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 8-2. In addition, your dealer/retailer and the service manual have information - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 103
airbag module replaced. For the location of the airbag modules, see What Makes an Airbag Inflate? on page 2-66. See your dealer/retailer for service. 2-79 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 104
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 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 necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 105
...3-22 Ignition Positions ...3-22 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...3-23 Starting the Door Locks ...3-8 Power Door Locks ...3-9 Cargo Door Relocking ...3-9 Delayed Locking ...3-9 Programmable Door ...3-13 Rear Doors ...3-15 Windows ...3-16 Manual Windows ...3-17 Power Windows ...3-17 Swing-Out Windows - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 106
Section 3 Features and Controls Outside Power Mirrors ...3-41 Outside Convex Mirror ...3-41 Outside Heated Mirrors ...3-42 Storage Areas ...3-42 Mirrors ...3-40 Manual Rearview Mirror ...3-40 Outside Manual Mirrors ...3-40 Outside Towing Mirrors ...3-40 3-2 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 107
Keys { WARNING: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the keys in the ignition - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 108
Commission (FCC) Rules and RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada. Changes or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range, try this: Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 109
programmed to it. See "Relearn Remote Key" under DIC Operation and Displays on page 4-38 for instructions on how to match RKE transmitters to your vehicle. j (Cargo Door): Press to unlock only the cargo doors. / (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press Q and then press and hold - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 110
regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles. Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is low on fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel. If your vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKE transmitter functions will have an increased range of operation. However, the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 111
using the key before the remote start procedure can be used again. To manually shut off the engine after a remote start: / (Remote Vehicle Start while the engine is still running, to extend the engine running time by 10 minutes. Remote start can be extended one time. After entering the vehicle - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 112
Lamp on page 4-31. { WARNING: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers, especially children, can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 113
on the door down. To unlock the door, slide the manual lever up. Cargo Door Relocking If the cargo door is open when the lock button is pressed on the door or the RKE transmitter, all doors will lock except the cargo door. The cargo door will only lock when they are closed or when - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 114
to exit the vehicle once the doors are locked, have that person use the manual lever or power door lock switch for the rear doors. When the door is closed again, it will not lock automatically. Use the manual lever or the power door lock switch to lock the door. The power door - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 115
to the right for the driver side door or to the left for the passenger side door to engage the security feature. Move the button to the left for the driver side door or to the right for the passenger side door to return the door locks to normal operation. For the side sliding - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 116
is open. If the power lock switch is pressed when either the driver, passenger, or rear door is open, all the doors will lock and then the driver door will unlock. This feature does not include the side cargo door. Sliding Side Door To open the sliding side door from the outside, - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 117
60/40 Swing-Out Side Door To open the sliding side door from the inside, pull the handle toward the rear of the vehicle. Then, slide the door toward the rear of the vehicle. To close the sliding side door from the inside, grasp the handle and slide the door toward the front of the vehicle. Make - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 118
To open the front portion of a 60/40 door from the inside, pull the handle toward you and push the door open. To open the rear portion of a 60/40 door from the outside, pull the handle on the side of the rear door and pull the door toward you. To close the 60/40 side doors, close the rear door first - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 119
will not open it. The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers should wear safety belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven. • Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 120
Windows { WARNING: 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 121
Windows Operate the manual windows by turning the hand crank on each door to a switch for the passenger window also. The power windows will work when the ignition has been turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 122
Express-Down The driver window switch also has an express-down feature that allows the window to be lowered without holding the switch. Press fully and release the window switch marked AUTO to activate the express-down mode. This mode can be cancelled at any time by pulling up on the switch. To open - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 123
window, but the latch is located at the bottom edge of the window. Vehicle Configuration Eight Seat Passenger Vans Twelve and Fifteen Seat Passenger Vans Long Wheelbase Cargo Vans ETG Locations Sliding door forward window Sliding door forward window and rear-most side windows Rear-most side windows - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 124
. The system is automatically armed when the key is removed from the ignition. You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system. The security light will come on if there is a problem with arming or disarming the theft-deterrent system. When the PASS-Key® III+ system senses that someone is - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 125
start the engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer/retailer for service. 3. After the engine has started, turn the key to LOCK/OFF and damage a PASS-Key® III+ key, see your dealer/retailer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key® III+ to have a new key made. Do not leave the key or - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 126
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle New Vehicle Break-In Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform better in the long run if you follow these guidelines: Ignition Positions The ignition switch has four different positions. • Keep your speed at 55 mph (88 km/h) or - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 127
If you leave the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position with the engine if the battery is allowed to drain for an extended period of time. D (START): This is the Engine If the vehicle has the DURAMAX® Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX® Diesel manual for more information. To place the transmission - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 128
and lubricates all moving parts. Notice: The engine is designed 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 129
off button when it Engine Coolant Heater If the vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C). Vehicles - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 130
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord for the engine coolant heater is located on the driver side of the engine compartment and is attached to the hose for the power steering reservoir. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 131
{ WARNING: It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 132
This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy. If you need more power for passing, and you more noticeable with a cold transmission. This difference in shifting is normal. M (Manual Mode): This position lets drivers select the range of gears appropriate for current driving - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 133
mountain roads, but then you would also want to use the brakes off and on. See Range Select Mode later in this section. If you manually select 2 (Second) in an automatic transmission, the transmission will start in second gear. You can use this feature for reducing the speed of the rear - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 134
2. Press the plus/minus buttons, located on the steering column shift lever, to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. When M (Manual Mode) is selected a number displays in the DIC next to the M indicating the current gear. This number is the highest gear that can be used - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 135
Automatic Transmission Operation (Four Speed Automatic Transmission) { WARNING: It is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Do not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 136
D (Drive): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy. If you need more power for passing, and you are: • Going lower gear as needed) when towing a trailer to minimize heat build-up and extend the life of the transmission. { WARNING: Shifting into a drive gear while the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 137
2 (Second): This position reduces vehicle speed even more than 3 (Third) without using the brakes. You can use 2 (Second) on hills. It can help control vehicle speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use the brakes off and on. You may use this feature for reducing - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 138
See Tow/Haul Mode Light on page 4-36 for more information. Also see "Tow Haul Mode" under Towing a Trailer on page 5-26 for more information. Cruise Grade Braking (Six Speed Automatic Transmission) Cruise Grade Braking operates only while cruise control is engaged in Tow/Haul mode. Cruise Grade - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 139
Parking Brake If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down. Pull the handle, located just above the parking brake pedal, with the parking brake symbol, to release the parking brake. If the ignition is on when the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 140
Shifting Into Park Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running { WARNING: It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 141
the shift lever all the way into P (Park) 3. Move the shift lever to the desired position. If you are still having a problem shifting, then have the vehicle serviced. Shifting Out of Park The vehicle has an automatic transmission shift lock control system. You have to fully apply the brakes before - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 142
Parking Over Things That Burn WARNING: (Continued) { WARNING: Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite. Do not park over papers, leaves, dry grass, or other things that can burn. Engine Exhaust { WARNING: Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 143
Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. { WARNING: It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 144
cargo van without the rear door glass, the vehicle may not have an inside rearview mirror. Outside Towing Mirrors Vehicles with towing mirrors can be adjusted manually objects behind you. The mirrors can be manually folded in or out. On the lower be adjusted manually by pressing the mirror. On - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 145
center position is neutral. Then, adjust the mirror angle by moving the knob in the desired direction. The auxiliary convex mirrors can only be adjusted manually. The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat. 3-41 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 146
Outside Heated Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: Storage Areas Your vehicle may have a front storage compartment. It is located at the center of the instrument panel extension, by the floor. To open the compartment, pull up on the latch. The compartment will open automatically. Storage - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 147
Electric Power Management ...4-13 Battery Run-Down Protection ...4-14 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ...4-14 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ...4-15 ...4-23 Airbag Readiness Light ...4-23 Airbag Off Light ...4-24 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...4-26 Charging System Light ...4-27 Voltmeter Gage - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 148
...4-31 Oil Pressure Gage ...4-34 Oil Pressure Light ...4-35 Security Light ...4-35 Cruise Control Light ...4-36 Highbeam On Light ...4-36 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...4-36 Fuel Gage ...4-36 4-2 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 149
top of the steering column, to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press again to turn the flashers off. When the hazard warning flashers are on, the vehicle's turn signals will not work. Tilt Wheel Horn Press - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 150
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Turn and Lane-Change Signals G : An arrow on the instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. To signal a lane change, raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash. - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 151
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer (Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer): Pull the turn signal lever all the way toward you to change the headlamps from low to high beam. Then release it. Windshield Wipers The windshield wiper control is located on the multifunction lever on the left side of the steering - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 152
Windshield Washer The windshield wiper paddle is located on top of the multifunction lever. Cruise Control { WARNING: Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Cruise control can be - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 153
The cruise control buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel. Setting Cruise Control Cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set, or if the master cylinder brake fluid level is low. The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 154
Resuming a Set Speed If the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied, this shuts off the cruise control. But it does not need to be reset. Once the vehicle speed reaches about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more, press the +RES button on the steering wheel. The vehicle returns - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 155
Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control will work on hills depends upon the vehicle speed, load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep hills, you might have to step on the accelerator pedal to maintain the vehicle's speed. When going downhill, you might have to brake - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 156
The exterior lamps control has four positions: O (Off): Briefly turn the control to this position to turn the automatic headlamps and daytime running lamps (DRL) off or back on. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off position only works for vehicles that are shifted into the P (Park) position. - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 157
Headlamps on Reminder If a door is open, a reminder chime sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and the key is out of the ignition. To turn off the chime, turn the headlamp switch to off or auto and then - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 158
farthest position. In this position, the dome lamps remain on whether a door is opened or closed. D (Instrument Panel Lights): Push the knob to extend and then turn clockwise or counterclockwise to brighten or dim the instrument panel lights and the radio display. This only works if the headlamps - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 159
see the voltage move up or down. This is normal. If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed. The battery can be discharged at idle if the when a door is opened. Press the button again to return it to the extended position so that the dome lamps come on when a door is opened. Entry/ - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 160
If you experience a problem, see your dealer/retailer for additional information on the accessory power plugs. Notice instructions included with the equipment. Notice: Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 161
way, and let go. When it is ready for use, it will pop back out by itself. Do not use the lighter to plug in accessory devices. Use the power outlets provided. Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter back away from the heating - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 162
Air Delivery Mode Control: Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to change the current airflow mode. H (Vent): Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. ) (Bi-Level): Air is divided between the instrument panel and floor outlets, with some air directed toward the windshield. 6 (Floor): - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 163
Rear Window Defogger For vehicles with a rear window defogger, a warming grid is used to remove fog or frost from the rear window. It only works when the ignition is in ON/RUN. Outlet Adjustment Use the outlets located near the center and on the sides of the instrument panel to change the direction - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 164
Rear Heating System For vehicles with a rear heating system, it lets you adjust the amount of air flowing into the rear of the vehicle, from the front-seating area. This feature works with the main climate-control system in the vehicle. AUX: The thumbwheel for this system is located in the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 165
System For vehicles with a rear heating and air-conditioning system, it maintains the temperature, fan speed and air delivery for the rear-seat passengers only. It also works with the main climate-control system in the vehicle. Rear Climate Control Panel A. Fan Control B. Air Delivery Mode Control - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 166
the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gages shows there could be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous. H 2 (Floor): Air is directed to the floor outlets. Be - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 167
Instrument Panel Cluster United States 4-Speed Version shown, 6-Speed and Canada similar 4-21 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 168
Odometer The trip odometer can show how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last set to zero. Press the Trip/Fuel button on the Driver Information Center (DIC) switch to display the trip odometer and the regular odometer information. See DIC Operation and Displays on page - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 169
If the light stays on it indicates there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensor, the pretensioners, the chime sounds for several seconds to remind the front passenger to buckle their safety belt. The passenger safety belt light, located on the instrument panel, comes - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 170
Airbag Off Light When the right front passenger airbag is manually turned off using the airbag on-off crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away. For vehicles with a remote start, the ON/RUN position. If there is a problem with the airbag system, an airbag Driver Information - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 171
may be wrong with the airbag system. For example, the right front passenger airbag could inflate even though the airbag on-off switch is turned off . To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 4-23 for more information, - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 172
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. { WARNING: United States Canada If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 173
volts. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. The light should go or comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the charging system. A charging system message in the accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left at an idle for an extended - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 174
the reading in either warning zone. If it must be driven, turn off all unnecessary accessories. Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible. When the ignition is on, the brake system warning light also comes - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 175
table for the StabiliTrak system. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the system is working normally the indicator light also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 4-28. - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 176
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system, this light comes on briefly when the engine is started. It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure Monitoring System. United States Canada This gage shows the engine - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 177
(On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems. It ensures that emissions is an OBD II problem and service is required. When the Light Flashes First and Then is On Steady This indicates that there may be a problem with the Tire - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 178
service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. Notice: If the vehicle is continually driven with this light on, after a while, the emission controls might not work as well, the vehicle's fuel economy test. See Accessories and Modifications reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 179
of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Gasoline Octane on page 6-6. If none of the above have made the light turn off, your dealer/retailer can check the vehicle. The dealer/retailer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that might have - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 180
a dangerously low oil level or other problem causing low oil pressure. Check your oil the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced. United States Canada Notice: Lack of proper engine oil . Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. The oil pressure - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 181
low on oil and it might have some other system problem. Security Light { WARNING: Do not keep driving if oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. For information - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 182
. For more information, see Tow/Haul Mode on page 3-33. Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. Fuel Gage See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 4-5 for more information. United States Canada The - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 183
fuel, and vehicle system information, and warning messages if a system problem is problem with the system that controls the temperature display, the numbers will be replaced with dashes. If this occurs, have the vehicle serviced Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. 4-37 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 184
button to scroll through the following menu items: 3 (Trip/Fuel): Press this button to display the odometer, trip odometers, fuel range, average economy, fuel used, timer, average speed, and digital tachometer. Odometer Press the trip/fuel button until XX km (mi) displays. This display shows the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 185
change even though the same amount of fuel is in the fuel tank. This is because different driving conditions produce different fuel economies. Generally, freeway driving produces better fuel economy than city driving. If your vehicle is low on fuel, the FUEL LEVEL LOW message will be displayed. See - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 186
trip/fuel button until AVG ECONOMY displays. This display shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. To reset AVG ECONOMY, press - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 187
monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-3 for more information. Remember, you must reset a value, there may be a problem with your vehicle. If this consistently occurs, see your dealer/retailer for - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 188
change the compass zone through the DIC, see DIC Compass on page 4-43. Calibrate Compass Your vehicle may have this feature. The compass can be manually calibrated. To calibrate the compass through the DIC, see DIC Compass on page 4-43. Blank Display This display shows no information. 4-42 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 189
the map. Zones 1 through 15 are available. 3. Press the set/reset button to scroll through and select the appropriate variance zone. 4. Press the trip/fuel button until the vehicle heading, for example, N for North, is displayed in the DIC. 5. If calibration is necessary, calibrate the compass. See - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 190
Compass Calibration The compass can be manually calibrated. Only calibrate the compass in a magnetically clean and safe location, such as an open parking lot, where driving the vehicle in circles is not a - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 191
problem. The following are the possible messages that can be displayed and some information about them. If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX® Diesel manual is in ON/RUN. Turn off the vehicle and check the cargo door. Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 192
indicate which tire needs to be checked. You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. To read the other messages that may have been sent at the same time, press the set/reset button. If a tire pressure message appears on the DIC, stop as soon as you can. Have the tire pressures - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 193
stays on, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer/retailer for service as soon as possible. FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays if the fuel level is low. Refuel as soon as possible. See Fuel Gage on page 4-36 and Fuel on page 6-5 for more information. ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 194
displays and a chime sounds if the passenger door is not fully closed and the vehicle is in a drive gear. Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for obstructions, and close the door again. Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC. SERVICE A/C SYSTEM This message displays when - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 195
panel cluster. See Charging System Light on page 4-27. Driving with this problem could drain the battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. See your dealer/retailer. SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM This message displays when there is - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 196
more information. SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this message displays when there is a problem with the condition is overheating, which could occur if StabiliTrak activates continuously for an extended period of time. • The message also displays if the brake system - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 197
displays if an engine or vehicle related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service. See your dealer/retailer. The message turns system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 198
check. If your vehicle does not start soon after, try to start it again. If it still does not start, have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. DIC Vehicle Customization Your vehicle may have customization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to one preferred setting - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 199
Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in P (Park). To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off. 2. Press the customization button to enter the feature settings menu. If the menu is not available, FEATURE - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 200
AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle's doors will automatically lock. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 3-10 for more information. Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 201
REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle with the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. You will not receive feedback when locking the vehicle with the RKE transmitter if the doors are open. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 202
NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 203
NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 204
Settings Menu The feature settings menu will be exited when any of the following occurs: • The vehicle is no longer in ON/RUN. • The trip/fuel or vehicle information DIC buttons are pressed. • The end of the feature settings menu is reached and exited. • A 40 second time period has elapsed with - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 205
(RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 3-23 for more information. { WARNING: 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 206
has a radio with a single CD (MP3) player, the radio has a H button for setting the time and date. To set the time and date, follow the instructions: 1. Press the H button and the HR, MIN, MM, DD, YYYY (hour, minute, month, day, and year) displays. 2. Press the pushbutton located under any one of - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 207
hours or change the date default setting from month/day/year to day/month/year. To change the time or date default settings, follow these instructions: 1. Press H and then the pushbutton located under the forward arrow that is currently displayed on the radio screen until the time 12H (hour) and 24H - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 208
or change the date default setting from month/day/year to day/month/year. To change the time or date default settings, follow these instructions: 1. Press the MENU button. Once the H option displays, press the pushbutton located under the forward arrow that is currently displayed on the radio screen - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 209
station could broadcast incorrect information that causes the radio features to work improperly. If this happens, contact the radio station. Playing the Radio O (Power/Volume): Press to turn the system on and off. Turn clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the volume. When the radio - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 210
H (Clock) (AM-FM Radio and Radio with CD (Base)): The radio has a clock button for setting the time. With this type of radio, the clock can be set with either the radio turned on or off. See Setting the Clock on page 4-60 for more information. Speed Compensated Volume (SCV): Radios with Speed - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 211
Setting Preset Stations If the radio does not have a FAV button, up to 18 stations (six FM1, six FM2, and six AM), can be programmed on the six numbered pushbuttons, by performing the following steps: 1. Turn the radio on. 2. Press BAND to select FM1, FM2, or AM. 3. Tune in the desired station. 4. - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 212
settings designed for different types of music. The choices are pop, rock, country, talk, jazz, and classical. Selecting MANUAL or changing bass or treble, returns the EQ to the manual bass and treble settings. Unique EQ settings can be saved for each source. Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble) (AM - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 213
stations while the radio is in the XM™ mode. XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the United States and Canada only. For this vehicle, the XM for the vehicle and it must be returned to your dealer/retailer for service. Locked or Loc: One of these messages will display when the THEFTLOCK - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 214
To insert multiple CDs, do the following: 1. Press and hold the ^ button for two seconds. A beep sounds and Load All Discs displays. 2. Follow the displayed instruction on when to insert the discs. The CD player takes up to six CDs. 3. Press the ^ button again to cancel loading more CDs. Insert a CD - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 215
Care of Your CD and DVD Player Do not add any label to a CD, it could get caught in the CD or DVD player. If a CD is recorded on a personal computer and a description label is needed, try labeling the top of the recorded CD with a marking pen. The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs is not advised, due - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 216
To use random on an Uplevel Radio with a Single CD player, do the following: 1. Press the CD/AUX button, insert a disc partway into the slot of the CD player. A RDM label displays. 2. To play the tracks in random order, press the pushbutton positioned under the RDM label until Random Current Disc - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 217
it down and provide it to your dealer/retailer while reporting the problem. Using the Auxiliary Input Jack Your radio system has an auxiliary input If so, wait about an hour and try again. • There could have been a problem while burning the CD-R or CD-RW. • The label could be caught in the CD - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 218
Organize songs by albums using one folder for each album. Each folder or album should contain 18 songs or less. • Avoid subfolders. The system can support up to eight subfolders deep, however, keep the total number of folders to a minimum in order to reduce the complexity and confusion in trying to - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 219
• Minimize the length of the file, folder, or playlist names. Long file, folder, or playlist names, or a combination of a large number of files and folders, or playlists could cause the player to be unable to play up to the maximum number of files, folders, playlists, or sessions. If you wish to play a - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 220
Order of Play Tracks recorded to the CD-R or CD-RW are played in the following order: Preprogrammed Playlists Preprogrammed playlists that were created using WinAmp™, MusicMatch™, or Real Jukebox™ software can be accessed, however, they cannot be edited using the radio. These playlists are treated - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 221
For the Six-Disc CD player, press and hold this button for two seconds to eject all discs. f (Tune): Turn this knob to select MP3 files on the CD-R or CD-RW currently playing. © SEEK ¨: Press the left SEEK arrow to go to the start of the current MP3 file, if more than 10 seconds have played. Press - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 222
Once the disc has scanned, the player defaults to playing MP3 files in order by artist. The current artist playing is shown on the second line of the display between the arrows. Once all songs by that artist are played, the player moves to the next artist in alphabetical order on the CD-R/CD-RW and - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 223
selected band. Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 224
AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other. For better radio reception, most AM radio stations boost the power levels during the day, and then reduce these levels during the night. Static - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 225
Section 5 Driving Your Vehicle Driving at Night ...5-10 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads ...5-11 Before Leaving on a Long Trip ...5-12 Highway Hypnosis ...5-12 Hill and Mountain Roads ...5-13 Winter Driving ...5-14 If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...5-16 Rocking Your Vehicle to - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 226
Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle Defensive Driving Defensive driving means "always expect the unexpected." The first step in driving defensively is to wear your safety belt - See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 2-10. Drunk Driving { WARNING: Drinking and then driving is very - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 227
obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol that when anyone who has been drinking - driver or passenger - is in a crash, that person's chance of being accessories can affect vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 6-3. 5-3 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 228
longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 6-3. If there is a problem with the ABS, this warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light on page - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 229
felt while it is working. This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle. The system should The StabiliTrak light comes on the instrument panel cluster when the system is turned off or requires service. For more information, see StabiliTrak® Indicator Light on page 4-29. 5-5 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 230
The StabiliTrak system may also turn off automatically if it determines that a problem exists with the system. If the problem does not clear itself after restarting the vehicle, see your dealer/retailer for service. Traction Control Operation The traction control system is part of the StabiliTrak - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 231
Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect the vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 6-3 for a child darts out from between parked cars and stops right in front of you. These problems can be avoided by braking - if you can stop in time. But sometimes you cannot - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 232
It is better to remove as much speed as possible from a collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on the space available. Off-Road Recovery The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 233
Passing Passing another vehicle on a two-lane road can be dangerous. To reduce the risk of danger while passing: Skidding In a skid, a driver can lose control of the vehicle. Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not overdriving those - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 234
at Night Night driving is more dangerous than 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: • Keep your eyes moving, especially during turns or No one can see as well at night as in - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 235
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep-standing or flowing water. Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 236
your vehicle for a long trip, consider having it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing. Things to check on Fluid: Reservoir full? Windows clean - inside and outside? Wiper Blades: In good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: All levels checked? Lamps: Do they all work and are - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 237
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 brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. • Going down steep or long hills, shift to a lower - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 238
from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe and/or the fuel operated heater exhaust system, if equipped. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and a fuel operated heater, see "Fuel Operated Heater (FOH)" in the diesel engine supplement. WARNING: (Continued) - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 239
only as needed to keep warm, but be careful. To save fuel, run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm the the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps. Do this as little as possible to save fuel. • Check again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there. • Open - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 240
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out on page 5-16. If the vehicle has a traction system, it can often help to free a stuck vehicle. Refer to the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 241
to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle 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 was designed to carry, the Tire and Loading Information - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 242
passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs. amount of cargo will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 243
Example 1 Example 2 Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 2 = Available Occupant and 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 = - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 244
information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 3 Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 245
The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. • Put things in the cargo area of your vehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. • Never stack heavier things, - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 246
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 vehicle must be towed. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8-6. To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 247
Dinghy Towing Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles 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 tow the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drive vehicles should - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 248
All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles The vehicle was not designed to be towed with all four wheels on the ground. To properly tow these vehicles, they should be placed on a platform trailer with all four wheels off the ground. Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, or even - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 249
Use the following procedure to tow the vehicle from 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 3-35 for more information. 4. Put the transmission - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 250
, durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly. The following information has many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. So please read - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 251
assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment. The weight of additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the tow vehicle must be subtracted from the maximum trailer weight. • Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 252
kg) (5 443 kg) (5 897 kg) (6 350 kg) (7 257 kg) H1500 Cargo Van AWD 5.3L V8 3.42 G1500 Passenger Van 2WD 5.3L V8 3.73 H1500 Passenger Van AWD 5.3L V8 3.73 G2500 Cargo Van 2WD Short Wheelbase 3.73 4.8L V8 4.10 3.73 6.0L V8 4.10 G2500 Cargo Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 3.73 4.8L V8 4.10 3.73 6.0L V8 4.10 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 253
000 lbs (6 350 kg) G3500 Passenger Van 2WD Long Wheelbase 6.0L V8 3.73 7,300 lbs (3 311 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) *The Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo equipment and conversion. The GCWR for - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 254
in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. If there are a lot of options, equipment, passengers or cargo in the vehicle, it will reduce the tongue weight the vehicle can carry, which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow. If - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 255
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 (136 kg) could be added to the front axle weight and - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 256
Dividing the 900 lbs (408 kg) by 1.5 leaves only 600 lbs (272 kg) of tongue weight that can be handled. Since tongue weight is usually at least 10 percent of total loaded trailer weight, expect that the largest trailer the vehicle can properly handle is 6,000 lbs (2 721 kg). It is important that the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 257
If the loaded trailer being pulled will weigh more than 5,000 lbs (2 270 kg), be sure to use a properly mounted weight-distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size. This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when driving. Always use a sway control if the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 258
fuel economy. Tow/Haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load. Trailer Brakes A loaded trailer that weighs more than 1,500 lbs (680 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 259
to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Making Turns Notice: Making very sharp turns while trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. The vehicle could be - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 260
Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade. If the transmission is not shifted down, the brakes might have to be used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. The vehicle can tow in D (Drive). Shift the transmission to a - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 261
chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See this manual's Maintenance Schedule or Index for more information. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 262
: Battery Feed Dark Blue: Trailer Brake Signal Light Blue: CHMSL/Stoplamp Supply Voltage • Yellow: Left Rear Stop and Turn Signal * * If the vehicle is a cutaway with trailer provisions, a 15 amp fuse will be shared for both left/stop trailer turn and right/stop trailer turn signals. However, the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 263
Accessories and Modifications ...6-3 California Proposition 65 Warning ...6-4 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...6-4 Doing Your Own Service Work ...6-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...6-5 Fuel ...6-5 Gasoline Octane ...6-6 Gasoline Specifications ...6-6 California Fuel - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 264
102 Underbody Maintenance ...6-102 Chemical Paint Spotting ...6-102 Vehicle Identification ...6-103 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...6-103 Service Parts Identification Label ...6-103 Electrical System ...6-104 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...6-104 Headlamp Wiring ...6-104 Windshield Wiper Fuses - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 265
your dealer/retailer. You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service people. Genuine GM parts have one of these marks: Accessories and Modifications When non-dealer/non-retailer accessories are added to the vehicle, they can affect vehicle performance and safety, including - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 266
. You could be hurt. If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 8-15. California Perchlorate Materials - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 267
Fuel Requirements and Fuel System" in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. For vehicles with gasoline engines, please read this. Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle Things added to the outside of the vehicle can affect the airflow around it. This can cause wind noise and can affect fuel economy - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 268
using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher, the engine needs service. Gasoline Specifications The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identifi engine (VIN Code G) and the N15 flexible fuel option, you can use either regular unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel At a minimum, gasoline should meet ASTM specification - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 269
only the minimum amount of additive required to meet U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations. To help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean, or if the vehicle experiences problems due to dirty injectors or valves, look for gasoline that is advertised as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 270
additives that will help correct and prevent most deposit-related problems. Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, lamp might turn on. If this occurs, return to your dealer/retailer for service. Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) The 8th digit of the Vehicle Identification Number ( - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 271
lamp to come on. To ensure quick starts in the wintertime, the E85 fuel must be formulated properly for your climate according to ASTM specification D 5798. If you have trouble starting on E85, it could be because the E85 fuel is not properly formulated for your climate. If this happens, switching to - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 272
re can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island. Turn off the engine when refueling. Do not smoke near fuel or when refueling the vehicle. Do not use cellular phones. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 273
it, you could be badly burned. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. Be careful not to spill - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 274
vapor. You can be badly burned and the vehicle damaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury to you and others: • Dispense fuel only into approved containers. • Do not fill a container while it is inside a vehicle, in a vehicle's trunk, pickup bed, or on any surface other than the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 275
Hood Release To open the hood: 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located in front of the driver's side door frame near the floor. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and lift up the secondary hood release, which is located underneath the middle of the hood. 3. Lift the hood, - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 276
Engine Compartment Overview If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. When the hood is lifted: 6-14 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 277
"Adding Washer Fluid" under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6-36. Engine Oil For diesel engine vehicles, see "Engine Oil" in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 278
When to Add Engine Oil See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-14 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of the recommended oil. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 279
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for three things: • American Petroleum Institute (API) starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the starburst symbol on the container. This symbol indicates that the oil has been certified by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Notice: Use - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 280
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 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 281
not reset. Repeat the procedure. If it still does not reset, see your dealer/retailer for service. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. What to Do with Used Oil Used engine oil contains certain elements that - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 282
air cleaner/filter. Make sure that the filter fits properly into the housing. 6-20 Automatic Transmission Fluid (4-Speed Transmission) If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 283
Fluid Because this operation can be a little difficult, you may choose to have this done at the dealer/retailer service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 284
Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows: 1. Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. 2. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in P (Park). 3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 285
to check the fluid level. However, if there is a large leak, then it may be necessary to have the vehicle towed to a dealer/retailer service department and have it repaired before driving the vehicle further. Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-3, and - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 286
If it is decided to check the fluid level, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or a false reading on the dipstick may occur. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 287
3. With foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for about three seconds in each range. When M is reached, move the selector from M1 through M3. Then, position the shift lever in P (Park). 4. Let the engine run at idle for two minutes or more. Then, without - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 288
7-11. to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid", earlier in this section for instructions on driving to achieve warm or hot transmission fluid. It does not System If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see "Van Models" under "Cooling System" in the DURAMAX® Diesel Supplement. The Cooling System allows - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 289
{ WARNING: Heater, fuel operated heater (FOH), radiator hoses, and other engine parts, vehicle. Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL may cause premature engine, heater core, radiator and fuel operated heater (FOH) corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may require changing sooner, at 30,000 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 290
and how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 6-33. Use a 50/50 . Use only the proper mixture of the engine coolant listed in this manual for the cooling system. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-11 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 291
is low, add the coolant or take the vehicle to a dealer/retailer for service. How to Add Coolant to the Recovery Tank for Gasoline Engines If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see "How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Recovery Tank" under "Van Models" in the Cooling System section of the DURAMAX - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 292
How to Add Coolant to the Radiator If your vehicle has a diesel engine, see "How to Add Coolant to the Radiator" under "Van Models" in the Cooling System section of the DURAMAX® Diesel Supplement for the proper radiator fill procedure. { WARNING: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 293
1. You can remove the radiator pressure cap when the cooling system, including the radiator pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise until it first stops. Do not press down while turning the pressure cap. If you hear a hiss, wait for that - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 294
4. Then fill the coolant recovery tank to the COLD FILL mark. 5. Put the cap back on the coolant recovery tank, but leave the radiator pressure cap off. 6. Start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Watch out for the engine cooling fan. 7. By this time, - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 295
Overheating If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. The vehicle has You may decide not to lift the hood when this warning appears, but instead get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program on page 8-6. If you do decide to lift - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 296
no steam can be seen or heard, the problem may not be too serious. Sometimes the engine You may decide not to lift the hood but to get service help right away. Climbs a long hill on a hot day clutch is not fully engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 297
power steering fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. What to Use To determine what kind of fluid to use, see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-11 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 298
may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to freeze and damage your - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 299
: If too much brake fluid is added, it can spill on the engine and/or fuel operated heater parts, if equipped. If the vehicle has a diesel engine and a fuel operated heater, see "Fuel Operated Heater (FOH)" in the diesel engine supplement. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 300
Checking Brake Fluid Check brake fluid by looking at the brake fluid reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-14. The fluid level should be above MIN. If it is not, have the brake hydraulic system checked to see if there is a leak. { WARNING: With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 301
that soon the brakes will not work well. That could lead to an accident. When the brake wear warning sound is heard, have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 302
(−) cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down. Extended Storage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger. { DANGER: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 303
vehicles involved in the jump start procedure. Put an automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in N (Neutral) before setting the parking brake. Notice: If you leave the radio or other accessories on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 304
bracket on all V8 engines and is marked GND (Ground). On V6 engines the remote negative (−) terminal is located on a tab attached to the engine accessory drive bracket and is marked GND (Ground). { WARNING: Using an open flame near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 305
{ WARNING: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running. 5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 306
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. Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 307
To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles, do the following: 1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 3. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 308
level is from 5/8 inch (15 mm) to 1 5/8 inch (40 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole. The proper level for the 2500 and 3500 Series is from 0 to 1/4 (6 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level. What to Use - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 309
maintenance, repair or replacement, of any device or element of design incorporated into any new vehicle for the purpose of noise control, prior to its sale or delivery to the ultimate purchaser or while it is in use; or When the differential is cold, add enough lubricant to raise the level - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 310
or rendering engine speed governor, if the vehicle has one, inoperative so as to allow engine speed to exceed manufacturer specifications. Fuel Operated Heater (FOH) - Diesel Engine: • Removal of the muffler. Fan and Drive: • Removal of fan clutch, if the vehicle has one, or rendering clutch - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 311
drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. Headlamps To remove the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and access the bulbs: 1. Open side of the headlamp to release the inboard tab from the radiator support. 6-49 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 312
of the headlamp to release the outboard tab from the radiator support. 6. Lower the headlamp to allow the vertical adjustor to the bulb counterclockwise one quarter turn to remove it from the socket. 11. On the passenger's side, turn the bulb clockwise one turn. 12. Install the new bulb into the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 313
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps To replace the front turn signal, sidemarker and/or parking lamp bulb(s): 6. Replace the bulb. 7. Turn the bulb socket clockwise to reinstall it in the lamp assembly. Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) The Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) is - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 314
4. Turn the bulb clockwise one quarter turn to install it in the socket. 5. Reinstall the CHMSL assembly and two screws. Do not block or damage the CHMSL when items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle. 4. Remove the three nuts on the taillamp assembly. 5. Remove the taillamp assembly from the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 315
11. Slide the taillamp slightly downward to reengage the lower clip. 12. Push the taillamp straight forward to reengage the studs. 13. Reinstall the two inboard nuts from the inside of the taillamp assembly. 1. Remove the two screws (C) securing the license plate bulb assembly (B). 2. Turn the bulb - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 316
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear and cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-3 for more information on wiper blade inspection. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. To remove the type with a release - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 317
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 vehicle Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. WARNING: (Continued) { WARNING: Poorly maintained and - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 318
LT-Metric tire sidewall. (B) TPC Spec (Tire Performance Criteria Specification): number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire (A) Tire Size: The tire size code height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. See the "Tire Size" illustration - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 319
support that load. For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 6-63 and Loading the Vehicle on page 5-17. (B) TPC Spec , height, aspect ratio, construction type, and service description. See the "Tire Size" illustration later in this section for more detail. - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 320
can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used as a single. For of the wheel in inches. (F) Service Description: These characters represent the load the different parts of a tire size. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United States version - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 321
belted-bias ply construction. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire (E) Rim Diameter: Diameter of the wheel in inches. (F) Load Range: Load Range. (G) Service Description: The service description indicates the load index and speed rating of a tire. If two numbers are given as in the example, 120/116, then - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 322
kilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories are, automatic and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. DOT Markings: A code molded into the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 323
used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Load Index: An assigned number ranging : The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and cords that extend to the beads are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Rim: A metal support for - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 324
the Vehicle on page 5-17. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle's capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 325
heat • Tire overloading • Premature or irregular wear • Poor handling • Reduced fuel economy If your tires have too much air (over-inflation), you can get label, is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle's maximum load carrying capacity. For additional information regarding - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 326
How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to check tire pressure. You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them. Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are underinflated. Check the tire's inflation pressure when the tires are cold. Cold means your - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 327
pressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's handling and stopping ability. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 328
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry and Science Canada See Radio Frequency Statement on page 8-18 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and RSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada. At the same time a message to check the pressure - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 329
light and DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected. Some of the conditions that can cause the malfunction light and detect or signal a low tire condition. See your dealer/retailer for service if the TPMS malfunction light and DIC message comes on and stays on - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 330
matched to the tire/wheel positions in the following order: driver side front tire, passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool. See your dealer/retailer for service. The TPMS sensors can also be matched to each tire/wheel position by - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 331
that the sensor identification code has been matched to this tire and wheel position. 6. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5. 7. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5. 8. Proceed to the driver side rear tire, and repeat - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 332
Single Rear Wheels Dual Rear Wheels If your vehicle has single rear wheels, always use the correct rotation pattern shown here when rotating the vehicle's tires. Do not include the spare tire in the tire rotation. If the vehicle has dual rear wheels and the tread design for the front tires is the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 333
Pressure on page 6-63 and Loading the Vehicle on page 5-17. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See "Wheel Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications on page 6-110. { WARNING: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 334
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 is time for new tires is to check the treadwear indicators, which appear when your tires have only 1/16 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 335
during normal use, as the original tires. GM's exclusive TPC Spec system considers over a dozen critical specifications that impact the 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 range, speed rating, and construction - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 336
higher or lower than the proper warning level you would get with TPC Spec rated tires. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 6-65. Your a GM certified technician. See Buying New Tires on page 6-73 and Accessories and Modifications on page 6-3 for additional information. Different Size Tires and - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 337
ficantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in road characteristics and climate. Treadwear 200 to some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 338
degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 339
sure to have the right wheel, wheel bolts, wheel nuts, and TPMS sensors for the vehicle. Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance to - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 340
on the tires of the front axle. Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. If you can hear the chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten them. If the contact continues, slow down until it stops. Driving - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 341
If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blowout while you are driving, especially if you maintain your vehicle's tires properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if you should ever have a blowout, here are a few tips about what to expect and what to - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 342
flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 4-3. WARNING: (Continued) 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the vehicle. To be even more certain the vehicle will not move, you should put blocks at the front and rear of - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 343
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 If you have a cargo van or a passenger van, the equipment you will need is located in the passenger side rear corner of the vehicle. A. Wheel Block B. Flat - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 344
To access the equipment, remove the retaining wing bolt and lift it out of the mounting bracket. The tools you will be using include the jack (A), jack handle (B), hoist extension (C), jack handle extension (D), and the wheel wrench (E). The spare tire is mounted in the rear underbody of the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 345
To lower the spare tire from the vehicle: A. B. C. D. E. Hoist Shaft Spare Tire Tire/Wheel Retainer F. Jack Handle and Hoist Extensions Hoist Cable G. Wheel Wrench Hoist Assembly 1. Assemble the wheel wrench (G) to one or two of the jack handle extensions and the hoist extension. Insert the hoist - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 346
3. Turn the wheel wrench 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 the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower. See - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 347
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire If your vehicle has plastic wheel nut caps, loosen them by turning the wheel wrench counterclockwise. The wheel nut caps are designed to remain with the center cap. Remove the center cap. If the wheel has a smooth center piece, place the chisel - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 348
Front Position Front Position 6-86 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 349
rear position jacking point is on the rear axle. If the exhaust system interferes in the jack location in the rear axle, such as in Diesel vehicles, place the jack (A) on the rear axle between the axle housing and the shock absorber bracket in order to avoid any interference with the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 350
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. 6. Remove all the wheel nuts. { WARNING: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 351
{ WARNING: 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 wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an emergency, use a cloth - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 352
10. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. Lower the jack completely. { WARNING: If wheel studs are damaged, they can break. If all the studs on a wheel broke, the wheel could come off and cause a crash. If any stud is damaged because of a loose-running wheel, it could be - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 353
the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Specifications on page 1600 km) after that. Repeat this service whenever you have a tire removed or serviced. See Capacities and Specifications on page 6-110 for more information - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 354
to work, the tire must be stowed with the valve stem pointing down. See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 6-94 for instructions on storing the spare tire correctly. To release the spare tire from the secondary latch: { WARNING: Someone standing too close during the procedure could be - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 355
3. Attach the jack handle/jack handle extension and wheel wrench to the jack. 4. Place the jack under the vehicle, ahead of the rear bumper. Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire and turn the handle clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the secondary - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 356
Installing the Spare Tire on page 6-85. Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools { WARNING: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 357
2. Pull the retaining bar through the center of the wheel, making sure it is properly attached. 3. Pull the wheel toward the rear of the vehicle, keeping the cable tight. 4. Put the chisel end of the hoist extension on an angle through the hole in the rear door frame, above the bumper. 5. Raise the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 358
flation - Tire Pressure on page 6-63 and Loading the Vehicle on page 5-17 for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading the vehicle. For instruction on how to remove, install or store a spare tire, see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 6-85 and Storing a Flat - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 359
space. Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning the vehicle's interior, maintain adequate liquid cleaners, about 20 drops per gallon (3.78 L) of water is a good guide. Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps. • Too much cleaner that saturates the - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 360
To clean: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with water or club soda. 2. Wring the cloth to remove excess moisture. 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Continue cleaning, using a clean area of the cloth each time it becomes soiled. 4. Continue to gently - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 361
Care of Safety Belts Keep belts clean and dry. Washing Your Vehicle The best way to preserve the vehicle's finish is to keep it clean by washing it often. Notice: Certain cleaners contain chemicals that can damage the emblems or nameplates on the vehicle. Check the cleaning product label. If it - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 362
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 Washing Your Vehicle on page 6-99. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and other salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 363
Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield with glass cleaner. Clean the rubber blades using a lint free cloth or paper towel soaked with windshield washer fluid or a mild detergent. Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup of - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 364
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. At least every spring, flush these materials from the underbody with - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 365
parts. See "Engine Specifications" under Capacities and Specifications on page 6-110 for the vehicle's engine code. Service Parts Identification Label This label, on the front passenger door frame, has the following information: This legal identifier is in the front corner of the instrument panel, on - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 366
. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 2-77 and Adding Equipment to and circuit breakers. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 367
Mini-Fuse F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10 F11 F12 F13 F14 F15 F17 F18 F19 F20 F21 Usage Empty Steering Wheel Sensor Auxiliary Parking Lamps (Cut-Away) Front Park Lamps Trailer Park Lamps Upfitter Park Lamps Right Rear Park Lamp Left Rear Park Lamp Outside Rear View Mirror Switch Airbag/AOS Empty - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 368
Lamps Front Door Lock Rear Door Lock Cargo Door Unlock Passenger Door Unlock Rear Passenger Door Unlock Driver Door Unlock Empty Empty Auxiliary 2 (High Current Mini) Rear Defogger (High Current Micro) Retained Accessory Power (RAP) (High Current Micro) Circuit Breaker Usage CB1 Power Seats - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 369
Mini Fuse 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 Usage Right Stop/Turn Trailer Spare Spare Fuel System Control Module Ignition Body Control Module 5 Body Control Module 7 Body Control Module 4 Instrument Panel Cluster Trailer Wiring Spare Brake Switch Windshield Washer Horn - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 370
Airbag Steering Wheel Sensor Engine Control Module Ignition/Glow Plug Module Transmission Control Module Ignition Transmission Control Module Battery Spare Spare Fuel Operated Heater Module Spare Left high Beam Headlamp Right High Beam Headlamp Left Low Beam Headlamp Right Low Beam Headlamp Wiper - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 371
Motor ABS Module Spare Trailer Wiring Fan High Starter Solenoid Engine Control Module/Powertrain Fuel System Control Module Battery Fan Lo Front Blower Relay 15 37 38 39 40 48 49 50 57 60 Usage Run/Crank Spare Fuel Pump Crank Air Conditioning Compressor Fan High Powertrain Fan Clutch (EV) Fan Low - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 372
Capacities and Specifications If your vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-11 for more information. - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 373
English Fuel Tank Cutaway (Optional Tank)* 215.7 L 57.0 gal Cutaway (Standard Tank) 124.9 L 33.0 gal Passenger and Cargo 117.3 L 31.0 gal * be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Application Capacities Metric Engine Specifications - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 374
✍ NOTES 6-112 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 375
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...7-11 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...7-13 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...7-14 Maintenance Record ...7-15 Maintenance Schedule ...7-2 Introduction ...7-2 Scheduled Maintenance ...7-3 Owner Checks and Services ...7-9 7-1 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 376
For diesel engine vehicles, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX Diesel manual. fuel economy, and reduces vehicle emissions for better air quality. Because of all the different ways people use vehicles, maintenance needs vary. The vehicle might need more frequent checks and services - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 377
II should be performed when: Rotation of New Tires To maintain ride, handling, and performance of the vehicle, it is important that the first rotation service for new tires be performed when they have 8 000 to 13 000 km (5,000 to 8,000 miles). See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6-69 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 378
whichever occurs first). • Restraint system component check. See Checking the Restraint Systems on page 2-79. Maintenance II • Perform all services described in Maintenance I. • Steering and suspension inspection. Visual inspection for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of wear. • Automatic - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 379
7-9. • Ignition transmission lock check. See Owner Checks and Services on page 7-9. • Engine cooling system and pressure cap pressure check. Radiator and air conditioning condenser outside cleaning. See Cooling System on page 6-26. At Each Fuel Stop • Engine oil level check. See Engine Oil on - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 380
Cleaner/Filter on page 6-19. • Automatic transmission fluid change (severe service) for vehicles mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot weather, in case and should be replaced. • Evaporative control system inspection. Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook-up, routing, and - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 381
fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and should be replaced. • Engine accessory drive belt inspection for fraying, excessive cracks, or obvious damage and replacement, if needed. An Emission Control Service. • Spark plug replacement and spark plug wires inspection. An Emission Control - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 382
Scheduled Maintenance Service Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. Engine coolant level check. Windshield washer fluid level check. Tire inflation pressures check. Tire wear - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 383
each gear. The vehicle should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer/retailer for service. { WARNING: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 384
the vehicle is held by the parking brake only. • The ignition key should come out only in LOCK/OFF. Contact your dealer/retailer if service is required. • 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 385
engine. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the maintenance schedule section in the DURAMAX® Diesel manual. Fluids and lubricants identified below U.S. 12377985, in Parking Brake No. Canada 88901242) or lubricant Cable Guides meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. GM Power - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 386
Usage Front and Rear Axle Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 89021677, in Canada 89021678) or equivalent meeting GM Specification 9986115. DEXRON®-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345879, in Canada 10953511) - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 387
Maintenance Replacement Parts If the vehicle has the DURAMAX Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX Diesel manual for more information. Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained by your dealer/retailer. Part Engine Air - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 388
Engine Drive Belt Routing V8 Engines V6 Engines If your vehicle has the DURAMAX ® Diesel engine, see the DURAMAX ® Diesel manual for more information. 7-14 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 389
Maintenance 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. Retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7-15 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 390
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7-16 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 391
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7-17 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 392
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed 7-18 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 393
United States Government ...8-14 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ...8-14 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...8-14 Service Publications Ordering Information ...8-15 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...8-16 Event Data Recorders ...8-16 OnStar® ...8-17 Navigation System - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 394
Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to GMC. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by the dealer's sales or service departments. Sometimes, however, despite the best intentions of all concerned, misunderstandings - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 395
-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 may include an informal - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 396
you will have access to: • Digital owner manual, warranty information, and more • My Showroom: Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area. Online service and maintenance records Find GMC dealers for service nationwide Exclusive privileges and offers Recall notices - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 397
who are deaf, 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 398
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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 399
of the vehicle Services Provided • Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station. • Odometer reading, Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and delivery date of the vehicle • Description of the problem • Lock-Out Service: Service is provided - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 400
available. Allow three weeks for delivery. Services Specific to Canadian Purchased Vehicles • Fuel delivery: Reimbursement is approximately $5 Canadian. Diesel fuel delivery may be restricted. Propane and other fuels are not provided through this service. • Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 401
support program for vehicles with the New Vehicle Limited Warranty (Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada) and extended powertrain, and hybrid specific warranty in both the U.S. and Canada. The Courtesy transportation program is no longer available for cutaway vehicles. Shuttle Service Shuttle - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 402
amount allowed by GM for shuttle service. In addition, for U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. See your - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 403
other than GM and may 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 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 404
vehicle, is injured. • If there has been an injury, call emergency services for help. Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters have your vehicle only if its position puts you in danger or you are instructed to move it by a police officer. • Gather the important information you will - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 405
• If possible, call your insurance company from the scene of the crash. They will walk you through the information they will need. If they ask for a police report, phone or go to the police department headquarters the next day and you can get a copy of the report for a nominal fee. In some states/ - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 406
a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you this, please notify General Motors. Call 1-800-GMC-8782 (1-800-462-8782), or write: GMC Customer Assistance Center P.O. Box 33172 Detroit, MI - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 407
Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Current and Past Model Order Forms Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for current - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 408
technician service your vehicle. Some modules may also store data about how you operate the vehicle, such as rate of fuel consumption various systems in your vehicle were operating • Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were buckled/fastened • How far, if at all, the driver - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 409
vehicle owner. OnStar® If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar services, please refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions for information on data collection and use Refer to the navigation system operating manual for information on stored data and for deletion instructions. 8-17 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 410
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. 8-18 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 411
, Fuel ...6-7 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...6-104 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...6-19 Air Conditioning ...4-15 Airbag Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...2-78 Airbag System Airbag Off Switch ...2-69 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...2-66 Passenger Sensing System ...2-72 Servicing Your - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 412
Braking in Emergencies ...5-5 Break-In, New Vehicle ...3-22 C Calibration ...4-43 California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...6-4 Warning ...6-4 California Fuel ...6-7 Canadian Owners ...iii Capacities and Specifications ...6-110 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust ...3-38 Winter Driving ...5-14 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 413
Cargo Door Relocking ...3-9 CD, MP3 ...4-72 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) ...6-51 Chains, Tire ...4-36 Customer Assistance ...8-5 Offices ...8-5 Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...8-5 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information ...8-15 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...8-2 3 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 414
DIC Compass ...4-43 Disc, MP3 ...4-72 Doing Your Own Service Work ...6-4 Dome Lamp Override ...4-13 Dome Lamps ...4-12 Door Door Lock ...3-10 Automatic Door Unlock ...3-10 Cargo Door Relocking ...3-9 Delayed Locking ...3-9 Locks ...3-8 Power Fuel Economy ...1-18 Dual Tire Operation ...6-64 4 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 415
E E85 Fuel ...6-8 EDR ...8-16 + ...3-20 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...6-19 Check and Service Engine Soon Lamp ...4-31 Compartment Overview ...6-14 Coolant ...6-28 ...3-19 Entry/Exit Lighting ...4-13 Event Data Recorders ...8-16 Extender, Safety Belt ...2-29 Exterior Lamps ...4-9 F Fast Idle System - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 416
36 Front Axle ...6-46 Fuel ...6-5 Additives ...6-7 California Fuel ...6-7 E85 (85% Ethanol) ...6-8 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...6-12 Filling the Tank ...6-10 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...6-9 Gage ...4-36 Gasoline Octane ...6-6 Gasoline Specifications ...6-6 Fuel Economy Driving for Better - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 417
Headlamps (cont.) Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and Parking Lamps ...6-51 High/Low Beam Changer ...4-5 On Reminder ...4-11 Heater ...4-15 Engine Coolant ...3-25 Highbeam On Light ...4-36 Highway Hypnosis ...5-12 Hill and Mountain Roads ...5-13 Hood Checking Things Under ...6-12 Release ...6-13 Horn - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 418
...4-35 On Reminder ...4-11 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...4-26 Safety Automatic Door Unlock ...3-10 Cargo Door Relocking ...3-9 Delayed Locking Services ...7-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...7-11 Scheduled Maintenance ...7-3 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...4-31 Manual Seats ...2-2 Manual - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 419
...8-4 OnStar, Privacy ...8-17 Outlet Adjustment ...4-17 Outlets Accessory Power ...4-14 Outside Convex Mirror ...3-41 Heated Mirrors ...3-42 Manual Mirrors ...3-40 Power Mirrors ...3-41 Towing Mirrors ...3-40 Owner Checks and Services ...7-9 Owners, Canadian ...iii P Paint, Damage ...6-102 Park - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 420
Passenger Sensing System ...2-72 Passing ...5-9 PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer ...3-20 PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation ...3-20 Perchlorate Materials Requirements, California ...6-4 Power Door Locks ...3-9 Retained Accessory (RAP) ...3-23 Seat ...2-3 Steering Fluid ...6-35 - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 421
...2-79 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...2-80 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...3-23 Roadside Assistance Program ...8-6 Rocking Your Running the Vehicle While Parked ...3-39 S Safety Belts Care of ...6-99 Extender ...2-29 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...2-15 Lap-Shoulder Belt - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 422
Securing a Child Restraint Rear Seat Position ...2-49 Right Front Seat Position ...2-52, 2-56 Security Light ...4-35 Service ...6-3 Accessories and Modifications ...6-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...6-5 Doing Your Own Work ...6-4 Engine Soon Lamp ...4-31 Parts Identification Label - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 423
T Taillamps ...6-52 Tampering with Noise Control System Prohibited ...6-47 Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...8-5 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...4-76 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...3-20 PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer ...3-20 PASS-Key® III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operation ...3-20 Tilt Wheel ...4-3 Time, - 2010 GMC Savana 3500 Cargo | Owner's Manual - Page 424
the Child Restraint ...2-40 Windows ...3-16 Enhanced Technology Glass ...3-19 Manual ...3-17 Power ...3-17 Swing-Out Windows ...3-18 Windshield Washer ...4-6 Privacy ...8-16 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...6-103 Service Parts Identification Label ...6-103 Ventilation Adjustment ...4-17 Visors