GMC Terrain: Engine Overheating
The vehicle has an indicator to warn of engine overheating. There is an engine coolant temperature warning light on the vehicle's instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge on page 5‑10.
The decision may be made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, but instead get service help right away. See Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico) on page 13‑9.
If the decision to lift the hood is made, make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface.
Then check to see if the engine cooling fan(s) are running. If the engine is overheating, the fan(s) should be running. If they are not, do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced.
Notice: Engine damage from running the engine without coolant is not covered by the warranty.
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
Notice: This vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged. If you have not found a problem yet, check t ...If Steam is Coming from the Engine Compartment
WARNING Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Just turn it off and get everyone aw ...See also:
Fuel Gauge
Fuel Gauge
This gauge gives an approximate indication of the amount of fuel in the fuel
tank. “F” stands for full and “E” stands for empty. If the indicator gets off the
graduation of ...
Recirculation
- Press briefly to activate timed
recirculation. The button indicator
illuminates when recirculation is on.
- Press and hold the button to activate
latched recirculation. The button indicator
wil ...
Engine Drag Control (EDC)
EDC helps keep the engine running if the
wheels show a tendency to lock, e.g., when
shifting down in the Geartronic manual shifting
mode or while using the engine's braking function
on a slipp ...