2014 GMC Acadia Owner's Manual
Year:
2014
Make:
GMC
Model:
Acadia
Rating:
Table of Contents
2014 GMC Acadia/Acadia Denali Owner Manual BookTOC
1
Introduction
3
Canadian Vehicle Owners
3
Using this Manual
3
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions
4
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 Cooled Front 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
23
Bluetooth®
24
Steering Wheel Controls
24
Cruise Control
25
Infotainment System
25
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
25
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
25
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
26
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
26
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
26
Power Outlets
26
Universal Remote System
26
Sunroof
27
Performance and Maintenance
27
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
27
Tire Pressure Monitor
28
Engine Oil Life System
28
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
36
Delayed Locking
37
Automatic Door Locks
37
Lockout Protection
37
Safety Locks
37
Doors
38
Liftgate
38
Vehicle Security
41
Vehicle Alarm System
41
Immobilizer
43
Immobilizer Operation
43
Exterior Mirrors
44
Convex Mirrors
44
Power Mirrors
44
Folding Mirrors
45
Heated Mirrors
45
Automatic Dimming Mirror
46
Blind Spot Mirrors
46
Park Tilt Mirrors
47
Interior Mirrors
47
Interior Rearview Mirrors
47
Manual Rearview Mirror
48
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 Cooled 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
73
Safety System Check
73
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?
80
Passenger Sensing System
82
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
86
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
86
Airbag System Check
87
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
88
Child Restraints
88
Older Children
88
Infants and Young Children
90
Child Restraint Systems
93
Where to Put the Restraint
94
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
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light
134
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
134
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light
134
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
135
Tire Pressure Light
135
Engine Oil Pressure Light
135
Security Light
136
High-Beam On Light
136
Front Fog Lamp Light
136
Cruise Control Light
137
Information Displays
137
Driver Information Center (DIC)
137
Head-Up Display (HUD)
142
Vehicle Messages
146
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
146
Brake System Messages
147
Cruise Control Messages
147
Door Ajar Messages
147
Engine Cooling System Messages
148
Engine Oil Messages
149
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
152
Airbag System Messages
152
Security Messages
153
Service Vehicle Messages
153
Tire Messages
153
Transmission Messages
154
Vehicle Reminder Messages
155
Vehicle Speed Messages
155
Washer Fluid Messages
155
Vehicle Personalization
156
Universal Remote System
163
Universal Remote System Programming
163
Universal Remote System Operation
165
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
169
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)
193
Phone
194
Bluetooth
194
Settings
201
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
219
Drunk Driving
219
Control of a Vehicle
219
Braking
219
Steering
220
Off-Road Recovery
221
Loss of Control
221
Driving on Wet Roads
222
Highway Hypnosis
222
Hill and Mountain Roads
223
Winter Driving
223
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
225
Vehicle Load Limits
226
Starting and Operating
230
New Vehicle Break-In
230
Ignition Positions
230
Starting the Engine
232
Engine Heater
234
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
234
Shifting Into Park
235
Shifting out of Park
236
Parking over Things That Burn
236
Engine Exhaust
237
Running the Vehicle While Parked
237
Automatic Transmission
238
Manual Mode
240
Tow/Haul Mode
240
Drive Systems
241
All-Wheel Drive
241
Brakes
242
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
242
Parking Brake
243
Brake Assist
243
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
244
Ride Control Systems
244
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
244
Cruise Control
246
Driver Assistance Systems
248
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
248
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
250
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
251
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
253
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
256
Fuel
258
Recommended Fuel
258
Gasoline Specifications
259
California Fuel Requirements
259
Fuels in Foreign Countries
259
Fuel Additives
259
Filling the Tank
259
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
261
Trailer Towing
262
General Towing Information
262
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
262
Towing Equipment
267
Conversions and Add-Ons
269
Add-On Electrical Equipment
269
Vehicle Care
271
General Information
272
California Proposition 65 Warning
272
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
272
Accessories and Modifications
272
Vehicle Checks
273
Doing Your Own Service Work
273
Hood
274
Engine Compartment Overview
275
Engine Cover
276
Engine Oil
277
Engine Oil Life System
279
Automatic Transmission Fluid
280
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
280
Cooling System
281
Engine Coolant
282
Engine Overheating
286
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
288
Power Steering Fluid
288
Washer Fluid
289
Brakes
290
Brake Fluid
291
Battery
292
All-Wheel Drive
293
Starter Switch Check
293
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
293
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
293
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
294
Wiper Blade Replacement
294
Windshield Replacement
295
Headlamp Aiming
296
Bulb Replacement
296
LED Lighting
296
License Plate Lamp
296
Replacement Bulbs
297
Electrical System
297
High Voltage Devices and Wiring
297
Electrical System Overload
297
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
298
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
298
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
304
Wheels and Tires
307
Tires
307
All-Season Tires
308
Winter Tires
308
Summer Tires
309
Tire Sidewall Labeling
309
Tire Designations
311
Tire Terminology and Definitions
312
Tire Pressure
314
Tire Pressure Monitor System
316
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
317
Tire Inspection
320
Tire Rotation
320
When It Is Time for New Tires
321
Buying New Tires
322
Different Size Tires and Wheels
324
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
324
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
326
Wheel Replacement
326
Tire Chains
327
If a Tire Goes Flat
327
Tire Changing
329
Compact Spare Tire
337
Jump Starting
338
Towing the Vehicle
342
Recreational Vehicle Towing
342
Appearance Care
345
Exterior Care
345
Interior Care
350
Floor Mats
353
Service and Maintenance
357
General Information
357
Maintenance Schedule
358
Special Application Services
364
Additional Maintenance and Care
365
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
368
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
368
Maintenance Replacement Parts
369
Maintenance Records
370
Technical Data
373
Vehicle Identification
373
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
373
Service Parts Identification Label
373
Vehicle Data
374
Capacities and Specifications
374
Engine Drive Belt Routing
376
Customer Information
377
Customer Information
377
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
377
Customer Assistance Offices
379
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
380
Online Owner Center
380
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
381
Roadside Assistance Program
381
Scheduling Service Appointments
383
Courtesy Transportation Program
383
Collision Damage Repair
385
Service Publications Ordering Information
387
Reporting Safety Defects
388
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
388
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
389
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
389
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
389
Event Data Recorders
390
OnStar®
390
Infotainment System
391
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
391
Radio Frequency Statement
391
OnStar
393
OnStar Overview
393
OnStar Services
394
Emergency
394
Security
394
Navigation
394
Connections
395
Diagnostics
397
OnStar Additional Information
397
Index
403
Index_A
403
Index_B
404
Index_C
404
Index_D
405
Index_E
406
Index_F
406
Index_G
407
Index_H
407
Index_I
408
Index_J
408
Index_K
408
Index_L
408
Index_M
409
Index_N
410
Index_O
410
Index_P
410
Index_R
411
Index_S
412
Index_T
413
Index_U
414
Index_V
414
Index_W
414
2014 GMC Acadia Overview
Introduction
The 2014 GMC Acadia stands as a hallmark of versatility and comfort in the world of midsize SUVs. Renowned for its spacious interior and robust design, the Acadia is perfectly tailored for families and adventurers alike. With a blend of refined aesthetics, advanced technology, and powerful performance, this model carries on GMC's legacy of crafting vehicles that cater to both practicality and style.
Powertrains
Under the hood, the 2014 Acadia is powered by a 3.6-liter V6 engine, delivering an impressive 288 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. This engine combines efficiency with power, offering a smooth ride while maintaining a respectable fuel economy of up to 24 mpg on the highway. A six-speed automatic transmission seamlessly transitions between gears, ensuring a refined driving experience whether in the city or on the open road. Additionally, the Acadia offers an available all-wheel-drive system for improved traction in various weather conditions.
Trims
The 2014 GMC Acadia is available in several distinct trims, including the base SL, mid-level SLE, upscale SLT, and luxurious Denali. Each trim level comes thoughtfully equipped with features that cater to different preferences and needs. Standard features on lower trims include tri-zone automatic climate control and Bluetooth connectivity, while higher trims offer upgrades such as premium leather upholstery, navigation systems, and advanced safety technologies, making it suitable for diverse lifestyles.
Features
Inside, the Acadia boasts a spacious cabin with seating for up to eight passengers, ensuring comfort for everyone on board. The second-row seats can slide and recline, adding to passenger comfort, while the third row can be folded down for increased cargo space. The infotainment system includes a touchscreen interface, with options for advanced audio systems and smartphone integration through Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, enhancing connectivity on the go.
Owner's Manual
The 2014 GMC Acadia comes with a comprehensive owner's manual, designed to guide owners through the vehicle's features and maintenance requirements. This manual includes valuable information on safety, performance settings, and troubleshooting, ensuring that drivers can maximize their experience with the vehicle. Additionally, it provides scheduled maintenance guidelines to keep the Acadia running smoothly for years to come.
User manual download
The GMC Acadia owner manual for the 2014 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2014 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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