GMC Terrain: Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice
Use a low gear when driving in mud – the deeper the mud, the lower the gear. Keep the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck.
Traction changes when driving on sand. On loose sand, such as on beaches or sand dunes, the tires tend to sink into the sand. This affects steering, accelerating, and braking. Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers.
Traction is reduced on hard packed snow and ice and it is easy to lose control. Reduce vehicle speed when driving on hard packed snow and ice.
WARNING
Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, or rivers can be dangerous. Ice conditions vary greatly and the vehicle could fall through the ice; you and your passengers could drown. Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only.
Driving on Hills
Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what the
vehicle can and cannot do.
WARNING
Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle. Driving up hills can cause the
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Driving in Water
WARNING
Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle
downstream and you and your passengers could drown. If it is only shallow water,
it can still wash away t ...
See also:
Manual heating and air conditioning system (if equipped)
1. Fan speed adjustment:
Turn to select fan speed.
2. Rear defroster:
Press to activate/deactivate the rear window
defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for m ...
Displaying service messages
Switch on the ignition.
Press or
on the steering wheel to select
the Serv. menu.
Press or
to select the ASSYST PLUS submenu
and press to confirm. The service
due date appears ...
Vehicle load limit
Tire and Loading Information Label
Type A
Type B
Type C
The tire label located on the driver's
side of the center pillar outer panel
gives the original tire size, cold tire
pressure ...
