2013 GMC Acadia Owner's Manual
Year:
2013
Make:
GMC
Model:
Acadia
Rating:
Table of Contents
2013 Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual BookTOC
1
Introduction
3
Canadian Vehicle Owners
3
Using this Manual
3
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions
3
Symbols
4
In Brief
7
Instrument Panel
8
Initial Drive Information
10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
10
Remote Vehicle Start
10
Door Locks
11
Liftgate
12
Windows
12
Seat Adjustment
13
Memory Features
14
Second Row Seats
14
Third Row Seats
14
Heated and Ventilated Seats
15
Head Restraint Adjustment
15
Safety Belts
16
Passenger Sensing System
16
Mirror Adjustment
16
Steering Wheel Adjustment
18
Interior Lighting
18
Exterior Lighting
19
Windshield Wiper/Washer
19
Climate Controls
20
Transmission
21
Vehicle Features
22
Radio(s)
22
Satellite Radio
23
Portable Audio Devices
24
Bluetooth®
24
Steering Wheel Controls
24
Cruise Control
25
Infotainment System
25
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
25
Power Outlets
25
Universal Remote System
26
Sunroof
26
Performance and Maintenance
27
StabiliTrak® System
27
Tire Pressure Monitor
27
Engine Oil Life System
27
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
28
Roadside Assistance Program
29
OnStar®
29
Keys, Doors, and Windows
31
Keys and Locks
31
Keys
31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
32
Remote Vehicle Start
34
Door Locks
36
Power Door Locks
37
Delayed Locking
37
Automatic Door Locks
37
Lockout Protection
37
Safety Locks
38
Doors
38
Liftgate
38
Vehicle Security
41
Vehicle Alarm System
41
Immobilizer
43
Immobilizer Operation
43
Exterior Mirrors
44
Convex Mirrors
44
Power Mirrors
45
Folding Mirrors
45
Heated Mirrors
46
Automatic Dimming Mirror
46
Blind Spot Mirrors
46
Park Tilt Mirrors
47
Interior Mirrors
47
Manual Rearview Mirror
47
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
48
Windows
48
Power Windows
48
Sun Visors
50
Roof
50
Sunroof
50
Seats and Restraints
53
Head Restraints
54
Front Seats
55
Seat Adjustment
55
Power Seat Adjustment
56
Lumbar Adjustment
56
Reclining Seatbacks
57
Memory Seats
58
Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
60
Rear Seats
61
Third Row Seats
63
Safety Belts
66
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
67
Lap-Shoulder Belt
68
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
73
Safety Belt Extender
74
Safety System Check
74
Safety Belt Care
74
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
74
Airbag System
75
Where Are the Airbags?
77
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
79
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
80
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
80
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
81
Passenger Sensing System
82
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
86
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
87
Airbag System Check
88
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
88
Child Restraints
89
Older Children
89
Infants and Young Children
91
Child Restraint Systems
93
Where to Put the Restraint
95
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
96
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
103
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)
103
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)
105
Storage
109
Storage Compartments
109
Instrument Panel Storage
109
Glove Box
109
Cupholders
109
Armrest Storage
110
Center Console Storage
110
Additional Storage Features
111
Cargo Cover
111
Cargo Tie-Downs
111
Cargo Management System
111
Convenience Net
112
Roof Rack System
112
Instruments and Controls
115
Controls
116
Steering Wheel Adjustment
116
Steering Wheel Controls
116
Horn
117
Windshield Wiper/Washer
117
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
118
Compass
118
Clock
120
Power Outlets
121
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
123
Instrument Cluster
124
Speedometer
125
Odometer
125
Tachometer
125
Fuel Gauge
125
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
126
Voltmeter Gauge
127
Safety Belt Reminders
127
Airbag Readiness Light
128
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
129
Charging System Light
129
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
130
Brake System Warning Light
132
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
133
Tow/Haul Mode Light
134
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light
134
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
134
Tire Pressure Light
135
Engine Oil Pressure Light
135
Security Light
135
High-Beam On Light
136
Front Fog Lamp Light
136
Cruise Control Light
136
Information Displays
137
Driver Information Center (DIC)
137
Head-Up Display (HUD)
142
Vehicle Messages
145
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
146
Brake System Messages
146
Cruise Control Messages
146
Door Ajar Messages
146
Engine Cooling System Messages
147
Engine Oil Messages
148
Engine Power Messages
149
Fuel System Messages
149
Key and Lock Messages
150
Lamp Messages
150
Object Detection System Messages
150
Ride Control System Messages
151
Airbag System Messages
152
Security Messages
152
Service Vehicle Messages
152
Tire Messages
153
Transmission Messages
154
Vehicle Reminder Messages
155
Vehicle Speed Messages
155
Washer Fluid Messages
155
Vehicle Personalization
155
Universal Remote System
163
Universal Remote System Programming
163
Universal Remote System Operation
166
Lighting
167
Exterior Lighting
167
Exterior Lamp Controls
167
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
168
Flash-to-Pass
168
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)/Automatic Headlamp System
168
Delayed Headlamps
169
Hazard Warning Flashers
169
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
170
Fog Lamps
170
Interior Lighting
171
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
171
Courtesy Lamps
171
Dome Lamps
171
Reading Lamps
172
Lighting Features
172
Entry Lighting
172
Delayed Entry Lighting
172
Delayed Exit Lighting
173
Parade Dimming
173
Battery Load Management
173
Battery Power Protection
174
Infotainment System
175
Introduction
175
Infotainment
175
Theft-Deterrent Feature
176
Overview
177
Operation
177
Radio
180
AM-FM Radio
180
Satellite Radio
183
Radio Reception
185
Multi-Band Antenna
185
Audio Players
186
CD Player
186
MP3
187
Auxiliary Devices
191
Rear Seat Infotainment
192
Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System
192
Rear Audio Controller (RAC)
194
Phone
194
Bluetooth
194
Settings
202
Trademarks and License Agreements
204
Climate Controls
205
Climate Control Systems
205
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
208
Rear Climate Control System
213
Rear Climate Control System (with Rear Seat Audio)
214
Air Vents
215
Maintenance
216
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
216
Driving and Operating
217
Driving Information
218
Distracted Driving
218
Defensive Driving
218
Drunk Driving
219
Control of a Vehicle
219
Braking
219
Steering
219
Off-Road Recovery
220
Loss of Control
221
Driving on Wet Roads
221
Highway Hypnosis
222
Hill and Mountain Roads
222
Winter Driving
223
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
225
Vehicle Load Limits
225
Starting and Operating
230
New Vehicle Break-In
230
Ignition Positions
230
Starting the Engine
232
Engine Heater
233
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
234
Shifting Into Park
234
Shifting out of Park
235
Parking over Things That Burn
236
Engine Exhaust
236
Running the Vehicle While Parked
237
Automatic Transmission
237
Manual Mode
239
Tow/Haul Mode
240
Drive Systems
241
All-Wheel Drive
241
Brakes
241
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
241
Parking Brake
242
Brake Assist
243
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
243
Ride Control Systems
243
StabiliTrak® System
243
Cruise Control
245
Object Detection Systems
247
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
247
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
249
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
251
Fuel
254
Recommended Fuel
254
Gasoline Specifications
255
California Fuel Requirements
255
Fuels in Foreign Countries
256
Fuel Additives
256
Filling the Tank
257
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
258
Towing
259
General Towing Information
259
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
259
Trailer Towing
262
Towing Equipment
264
Conversions and Add-Ons
266
Add-On Electrical Equipment
266
Vehicle Care
267
General Information
268
California Proposition 65 Warning
268
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
268
Accessories and Modifications
268
Vehicle Checks
269
Doing Your Own Service Work
269
Hood
270
Engine Compartment Overview
271
Engine Cover
272
Engine Oil
273
Engine Oil Life System
275
Automatic Transmission Fluid
276
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
277
Cooling System
278
Engine Coolant
278
Engine Overheating
282
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
283
Power Steering Fluid
284
Washer Fluid
284
Brakes
285
Brake Fluid
286
Battery
288
All-Wheel Drive
288
Starter Switch Check
288
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
289
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
289
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
289
Wiper Blade Replacement
290
Windshield Replacement
291
Headlamp Aiming
291
Bulb Replacement
292
LED Lighting
292
License Plate Lamp
292
Replacement Bulbs
292
Electrical System
293
High Voltage Devices and Wiring
293
Electrical System Overload
293
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
294
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
294
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
300
Wheels and Tires
303
Tires
303
All-Season Tires
304
Winter Tires
304
Summer Tires
305
Tire Sidewall Labeling
305
Tire Designations
307
Tire Terminology and Definitions
308
Tire Pressure
311
Tire Pressure Monitor System
312
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
313
Tire Inspection
316
Tire Rotation
316
When It Is Time for New Tires
317
Buying New Tires
318
Different Size Tires and Wheels
320
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
320
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
322
Wheel Replacement
322
Tire Chains
323
If a Tire Goes Flat
323
Tire Changing
325
Compact Spare Tire
333
Jump Starting
334
Towing
337
Towing the Vehicle
337
Recreational Vehicle Towing
338
Appearance Care
341
Exterior Care
341
Interior Care
344
Floor Mats
347
Service and Maintenance
349
General Information
349
Maintenance Schedule
350
Special Application Services
356
Additional Maintenance and Care
357
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
360
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
360
Maintenance Replacement Parts
361
Maintenance Records
362
Technical Data
365
Vehicle Identification
365
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
365
Service Parts Identification Label
365
Vehicle Data
366
Capacities and Specifications
366
Engine Drive Belt Routing
368
Customer Information
369
Customer Information
370
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada)
370
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico)
372
Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada)
373
Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico)
373
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. and Canada)
374
Online Owner Center
374
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program (U.S. and Canada)
375
Roadside Assistance Program (Mexico)
375
Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada)
378
Scheduling Service Appointments (U.S. and Canada)
380
Courtesy Transportation Program (U.S. and Canada)
381
Collision Damage Repair (U.S. and Canada)
382
Service Publications Ordering Information
384
Reporting Safety Defects
385
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
385
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
386
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
386
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
387
Event Data Recorders
387
OnStar®
388
Infotainment System
388
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
388
Radio Frequency Statement
388
OnStar
389
OnStar Overview
389
OnStar Services
390
Emergency
390
Security
390
Navigation
390
Connections
391
Diagnostics
393
OnStar Additional Information
393
Index
399
Index_A
399
Index_B
400
Index_C
400
Index_D
401
Index_E
402
Index_F
402
Index_G
403
Index_H
403
Index_I
404
Index_J
404
Index_K
404
Index_L
404
Index_M
405
Index_N
405
Index_O
405
Index_P
406
Index_R
407
Index_S
407
Index_T
409
Index_U
409
Index_V
409
Index_W
410
2013 GMC Acadia Overview
Introduction
The 2013 GMC Acadia stands out in the SUV segment with its bold design and ample space, designed to cater to families and adventure seekers alike. With three rows of seating accommodating up to eight passengers, the Acadia seamlessly blends comfort with practicality. Its robust aesthetics, coupled with a refined interior, makes it a compelling choice for those needing versatility without sacrificing style.
Powertrains
Under the hood, the 2013 Acadia is powered by a 3.6-liter V6 engine that generates an impressive 288 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. This powertrain is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, ensuring smooth transitions and responsiveness. Buyers have the option of front-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD), catering to varying driving needs and preferences, whether that’s navigating city streets or tackling rugged terrain.
Trims
The 2013 GMC Acadia is available in several trims: SL, SLE, SLT, and Denali. The base SL trim includes essential features such as rear parking sensors and Bluetooth connectivity. The SLE adds upgraded upholstery and a rearview camera. The SLT enhances luxury with leather seating and advanced tech features, while the Denali represents the pinnacle of the lineup, boasting distinctive styling elements and premium sound systems for an elevated driving experience.
Features
This SUV is equipped with a range of features designed to enhance comfort, convenience, and safety. Standard features include tri-zone automatic climate control, a touchscreen infotainment system, and a variety of safety technologies like stability control and multiple airbag systems. Optional features include a rear-seat entertainment system, navigation, and a premium sound system, allowing owners to customize their Acadia experience.
Owner's Manual
The owner's manual for the 2013 GMC Acadia is an invaluable resource for new and existing owners. It contains essential information on operation, maintenance, and safety guidelines. From troubleshooting common issues to understanding the vehicle's features and capabilities, the manual ensures owners can maximize the performance and longevity of their Acadia, fostering a satisfying ownership experience.
User manual download
The GMC Acadia owner manual for the 2013 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2013 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
Posted by, John Mana
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