GMC Terrain: Vehicle Storage - Battery - Vehicle Checks - Vehicle Care - GMC Terrain Owner's ManualGMC Terrain: Vehicle Storage

WARNING

Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting on page 10‑76 for tips on working around a battery without getting hurt.

Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, negative (−) 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.

    Battery
    Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery is needed. WARNING Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals k ...

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    Carrying Cargo on the Dual Deck Cargo Shelf
    If equipped On U.S. model is shown Do not put any items on the dual deck cargo shelf that could block your view or be thrown around the vehicle during a crash. Do not use the dual deck carg ...

    Operation during cold weather
    Carry some emergency equipment, such as a window scraper, a bag of sand, flares, a small shovel and jumper cables. Check the battery and cables. Cold temperatures reduce battery capacity. The ...

    Electric parking brake (EPD)
    The parking brake operates on the rear wheels. Therefore, secure parking of the vehicle is dependent on being on a hard and stable surface. Do not rely on the parking brake to operate effectiv ...