2015 GMC Sierra Denali Owner's Manual
Year:
2015
Make:
GMC
Model:
Sierra Denali
Rating:
Table of Contents
2015 GMC Sierra Denali Owner Manual BookTOC
2
Introduction
4
Canadian Vehicle Owners
4
Using this Manual
4
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions
5
Symbols
5
In Brief
8
Instrument Panel
9
Initial Drive Information
11
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
11
Remote Vehicle Start
12
Door Locks
12
Windows
13
Seat Adjustment
14
Memory Features
15
Heated and Cooled Front Seats
15
Head Restraint Adjustment
16
Safety Belts
16
Passenger Sensing System
16
Mirror Adjustment
17
Steering Wheel Adjustment
18
Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment
19
Interior Lighting
19
Exterior Lighting
20
Windshield Wiper/Washer
20
Climate Controls
21
Transmission
22
Four-Wheel Drive
22
Vehicle Features
23
Infotainment System
23
Steering Wheel Controls
23
Cruise Control
24
Driver Information Center (DIC)
24
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
25
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
25
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
25
Parking Assist
25
Power Outlets
25
Universal Remote System
26
Sunroof
26
Performance and Maintenance
27
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
27
Tire Pressure Monitor
27
Engine Oil Life System
28
E85 or FlexFuel
28
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
28
Roadside Assistance Program
29
OnStar®
29
Keys, Doors, and Windows
30
Keys and Locks
30
Keys
30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
33
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
33
Remote Vehicle Start
36
Door Locks
37
Power Door Locks
38
Delayed Locking
38
Automatic Door Locks
38
Lockout Protection
38
Safety Locks
38
Doors
39
Tailgate
39
Vehicle Security
40
Vehicle Alarm System
40
Immobilizer
41
Immobilizer Operation
42
Exterior Mirrors
43
Convex Mirrors
43
Trailer-Tow Mirrors
43
Power Mirrors
43
Folding Mirrors
45
Heated Mirrors
46
Automatic Dimming Mirror
46
Blind Spot Mirrors
46
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
47
Interior Mirrors
48
Interior Rearview Mirrors
48
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
48
Windows
48
Power Windows
48
Rear Windows
51
Sun Visors
51
Roof
51
Sunroof
51
Seats and Restraints
54
Head Restraints
55
Front Seats
56
Power Seat Adjustment
56
Lumbar Adjustment
56
Reclining Seatbacks
57
Memory Seats
58
Heated and Cooled Front Seats
60
Rear Seats
62
Safety Belts
63
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
64
Lap-Shoulder Belt
65
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
68
Safety Belt Extender
68
Safety System Check
69
Safety Belt Care
69
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
69
Airbag System
70
Where Are the Airbags?
71
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
73
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
75
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
75
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
75
Passenger Sensing System
77
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
81
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
81
Airbag System Check
82
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
83
Child Restraints
83
Older Children
83
Infants and Young Children
85
Child Restraint Systems
88
Where to Put the Restraint
90
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
91
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
98
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)
98
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)
100
Storage
106
Storage Compartments
106
Instrument Panel Storage
106
Glove Box
106
Cupholders
106
Sunglasses Storage
107
Center Console Storage
107
Floor Console Storage
108
Additional Storage Features
108
Cargo Tie-Downs
108
Instruments and Controls
110
Controls
111
Steering Wheel Adjustment
111
Steering Wheel Controls
111
Heated Steering Wheel
112
Horn
112
Windshield Wiper/Washer
112
Compass
113
Clock
113
Power Outlets
114
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
117
Instrument Cluster
118
Speedometer
120
Odometer
120
Trip Odometer
120
Tachometer
120
Fuel Gauge
121
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
121
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
122
Transmission Temperature Gauge
123
Voltmeter Gauge
124
Safety Belt Reminders
124
Airbag Readiness Light
125
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
126
Charging System Light
127
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
127
Brake System Warning Light
130
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
130
Four-Wheel-Drive Light
131
Tow/Haul Mode Light
131
Hill Descent Control Light
131
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light
131
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
132
Traction Off Light
132
StabiliTrak® OFF Light
132
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak® Light
133
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
133
Tire Pressure Light
134
Engine Oil Pressure Light
134
Low Fuel Warning Light
134
Security Light
135
High-Beam On Light
135
Front Fog Lamp Light
135
Lamps On Reminder
135
Cruise Control Light
136
Door Ajar Light
136
Information Displays
136
Driver Information Center (DIC)
136
Vehicle Messages
140
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
140
Brake System Messages
141
Compass Messages
141
Door Ajar Messages
142
Engine Cooling System Messages
142
Engine Oil Messages
143
Engine Power Messages
143
Fuel System Messages
144
Key and Lock Messages
144
Lamp Messages
144
Object Detection System Messages
144
Ride Control System Messages
145
Airbag System Messages
146
Safety Belt Messages
146
Security Messages
147
Steering System Messages
147
Tire Messages
147
Transmission Messages
148
Vehicle Reminder Messages
150
Vehicle Speed Messages
151
Washer Fluid Messages
151
Vehicle Personalization
151
Universal Remote System
158
Universal Remote System Programming
158
Universal Remote System Operation
161
Lighting
162
Exterior Lighting
162
Exterior Lamp Controls
162
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
163
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
163
Flash-to-Pass
163
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
164
Automatic Headlamp System
164
Hazard Warning Flashers
165
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
165
Fog Lamps
166
Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp
166
Interior Lighting
167
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
167
Cargo Lamp
167
Dome Lamps
168
Reading Lamps
168
Lighting Features
169
Entry Lighting
169
Exit Lighting
169
Battery Load Management
169
Battery Power Protection
170
Infotainment System
172
Introduction
172
Infotainment
172
Climate Controls
174
Climate Control Systems
174
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
174
Air Vents
177
Maintenance
178
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
178
Service
179
Driving and Operating
180
Driving Information
181
Distracted Driving
181
Defensive Driving
182
Drunk Driving
182
Control of a Vehicle
182
Braking
182
Steering
183
Off-Road Recovery
184
Loss of Control
184
Off-Road Driving
185
Driving on Wet Roads
190
Hill and Mountain Roads
190
Winter Driving
191
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
193
Vehicle Load Limits
194
Truck-Camper Loading Information
200
Starting and Operating
202
New Vehicle Break-In
202
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
202
Ignition Positions
203
Starting the Engine
205
Fast Idle System
206
Engine Heater
207
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
208
Shifting Into Park
209
Shifting out of Park
210
Parking over Things That Burn
211
Active Fuel Management®
211
Engine Exhaust
211
Running the Vehicle While Parked
212
Automatic Transmission
212
Manual Mode
215
Tow/Haul Mode
218
Drive Systems
219
Four-Wheel Drive
219
Brakes
225
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
225
Parking Brake
226
Brake Assist
227
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
227
Ride Control Systems
228
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
228
Hill Descent Control (HDC)
230
Locking Rear Axle
231
Cruise Control
231
Driver Assistance Systems
234
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
235
Assistance Systems for Driving
238
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
238
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
240
Fuel
242
California Fuel Requirements
243
Fuels in Foreign Countries
243
Fuel Additives
243
E85 or FlexFuel
244
Filling the Tank
245
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
246
Trailer Towing
247
General Towing Information
247
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
247
Towing Equipment
257
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
266
Conversions and Add-Ons
267
Add-On Electrical Equipment
267
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment
267
Pickup Conversion to Chassis Cab
271
Vehicle Care
272
General Information
273
California Proposition 65 Warning
273
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
274
Accessories and Modifications
274
Vehicle Checks
274
Doing Your Own Service Work
274
Hood
275
Engine Compartment Overview
276
Engine Oil
279
Engine Oil Life System
282
Automatic Transmission Fluid (6 Speed Transmission)
283
Automatic Transmission Fluid (8 Speed Transmission)
286
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
286
Cooling System
288
Engine Coolant
289
Engine Overheating
292
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
294
Engine Fan
295
Power Steering Fluid (1500 Series)
295
Power Steering Fluid (2500/3500 Series)
295
Washer Fluid
296
Brakes
297
Brake Fluid
298
Battery
300
Four-Wheel Drive
300
Front Axle
301
Rear Axle
302
Noise Control System
303
Starter Switch Check
304
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
305
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
305
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
305
Wiper Blade Replacement
306
Glass Replacement
306
Headlamp Aiming
307
Bulb Replacement
307
Halogen Bulbs
307
LED Lighting
307
Headlamps, Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps
307
Fog Lamps
308
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps
308
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) and Cargo Lamp
310
Replacement Bulbs
311
Electrical System
311
Electrical System Overload
311
Fuses
312
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
312
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left)
316
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right)
319
Wheels and Tires
321
Tires
321
All-Season Tires
322
Winter Tires
322
Low-Profile Tires
322
All-Terrain Tires
323
Tire Sidewall Labeling
323
Tire Designations
325
Tire Terminology and Definitions
327
Tire Pressure
330
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
331
Tire Pressure Monitor System
332
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
333
Tire Inspection
336
Tire Rotation
336
Dual Tire Rotation
338
When It Is Time for New Tires
339
Buying New Tires
340
Different Size Tires and Wheels
341
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
342
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
343
Wheel Replacement
344
Tire Chains
345
If a Tire Goes Flat
345
Tire Changing
347
Full-Size Spare Tire
357
Jump Starting
358
Towing the Vehicle
362
Recreational Vehicle Towing
362
Appearance Care
367
Exterior Care
367
Interior Care
372
Floor Mats
376
Service and Maintenance
378
General Information
378
Maintenance Schedule
380
Special Application Services
385
Additional Maintenance and Care
386
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
389
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
389
Maintenance Replacement Parts
391
Maintenance Records
393
Technical Data
396
Vehicle Identification
396
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
396
Service Parts Identification Label
396
Vehicle Data
397
Capacities and Specifications
397
Engine Drive Belt Routing
399
Customer Information
400
Customer Information
400
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
400
Customer Assistance Offices
402
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
403
Online Owner Center
403
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
404
Roadside Assistance Program
404
Scheduling Service Appointments
406
Courtesy Transportation Program
407
Collision Damage Repair
408
Service Publications Ordering Information
410
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
411
Radio Frequency Statement
411
Reporting Safety Defects
412
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
412
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
412
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
412
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
413
Event Data Recorders
413
OnStar®
414
Infotainment System
414
OnStar
416
OnStar Overview
416
OnStar Services
417
Emergency
417
Security
418
Navigation
418
Connections
419
Vehicle Diagnostics
421
OnStar Additional Information
421
Index
426
Index_A
426
Index_B
427
Index_C
427
Index_D
428
Index_E
429
Index_F
429
Index_G
430
Index_H
431
Index_I
431
Index_J
431
Index_K
431
Index_L
431
Index_M
432
Index_N
433
Index_O
433
Index_P
434
Index_R
434
Index_S
435
Index_T
436
Index_U
437
Index_V
437
Index_W
438
2015 GMC Sierra Denali Overview
Introduction
The 2015 GMC Sierra Denali epitomizes luxury and capability in the full-size pickup truck segment. Combining rugged performance with state-of-the-art technology, the Sierra Denali stands out as a top-tier choice for drivers seeking both workhorse functionality and premium comforts. Its refined exterior and lavish interior make it perfect for both weekend adventures and everyday commuting, earning its position as a hallmark of GMC’s craftsmanship and durability.
Powertrains
The Sierra Denali offers impressive powertrain options to cater to a variety of driving needs. It boasts a standard 6.2-liter V8 engine, generating an exhilarating 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, paired with a smooth-shifting 8-speed automatic transmission. For those who prioritize fuel efficiency, an optional 5.3-liter V8 can also be chosen, delivering robust performance without compromising on economy. With the capability to tow up to 12,000 pounds when properly equipped, the Sierra Denali is engineered for heavy-duty tasks without sacrificing its luxurious character.
Trims
The 2015 GMC Sierra Denali is available in a single, well-appointed trim level that comes loaded with premium features. From the moment you step inside, the leather-appointed seating, heated and ventilated front seats, and cutting-edge infotainment system, including a 8-inch touchscreen, create an inviting atmosphere. The Denali branding adorns various interior elements, enhancing the overall luxurious feel of this distinguished pickup.
Features
In addition to its plush interiors, the Sierra Denali is equipped with advanced technology and safety features. Standard features include a rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, and the IntelliLink infotainment system, ensuring seamless connectivity and entertainment on the road. Optional features such as the Driver Alert Package add enhanced safety with lane departure warning and forward collision alert, elevating the truck's capability beyond mere performance.
Owner's Manual
The 2015 GMC Sierra Denali comes with a comprehensive owner's manual that serves as a valuable resource for drivers. This guide includes essential information on vehicle operation, maintenance schedules, troubleshooting tips, and detailed descriptions of features and technologies. Designed to enhance the ownership experience, the manual ensures that every Sierra Denali owner is well-informed about their vehicle's capabilities and care.
User manual download
The GMC Sierra Denali owner manual for the 2015 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2015 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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