2020 GMC Savana Owner's Manual
Year:
2020
Make:
GMC
Model:
Savana
Rating:
Table of Contents
Canadian Vehicle Owners
3
Using this Manual
3
Danger, Warning, and Caution
3
Symbols
4
Keys
8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
10
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
10
Remote Vehicle Start
12
Door Locks
14
Power Door Locks
15
Cargo Door Relocking
15
Delayed Locking
15
Automatic Door Locks
15
Lockout Protection
15
Side Door (60/40 Swing-Out)
16
Sliding Door
17
Vehicle Alarm System
19
Immobilizer
20
Convex Mirrors
21
Manual Mirrors
21
Trailer-Tow Mirrors
22
Power Mirrors
22
Folding Mirrors
22
Interior Rearview Mirrors
23
Manual Windows
24
Power Windows
24
Swing-Out Windows
24
Enhanced Technology Glass
25
Rear Windows
26
Seat Adjustment
28
Power Seat Adjustment
28
Reclining Seatbacks
29
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
36
Lap-Shoulder Belt
38
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
42
Seat Belt Extender
43
Safety System Check
43
Seat Belt Care
43
Where Are the Airbags?
47
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
49
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
50
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
50
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
50
Airbag On-Off Switch
52
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
55
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
55
Airbag System Check
56
Older Children
57
Infants and Young Children
58
Child Restraint Systems
61
Where to Put the Restraint
62
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
64
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
71
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
71
Steering Wheel Adjustment
80
Steering Wheel Controls
80
Horn
81
Windshield Wiper/Washer
81
Compass
82
Clock
84
Power Outlets
84
Cigarette Lighter
85
Instrument Cluster
87
Speedometer
88
Odometer
88
Trip Odometer
88
Fuel Gauge
88
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
89
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
90
Voltmeter Gauge
91
Seat Belt Reminders
91
Airbag Readiness Light
91
Airbag On-Off Light
92
Charging System Light
93
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
94
Brake System Warning Light
96
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
96
Tow/Haul Mode Light
97
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light
97
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
97
StabiliTrak OFF Light
97
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light
98
Tire Pressure Light
98
Engine Oil Pressure Light
98
Low Fuel Warning Light
99
Security Light
99
High-Beam On Light
99
Engine Power Messages
105
Vehicle Speed Messages
105
Exterior Lamp Controls
111
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
112
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
112
Flash-to-Pass
112
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
112
Automatic Headlamp System
113
Hazard Warning Flashers
114
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
115
Dome Lamps
115
Entry Lighting
116
Entry/Exit Lighting
116
Exit Lighting
116
Battery Load Management
116
Battery Power Protection
117
Infotainment
118
Theft-Deterrent Feature
119
Overview (AM-FM Radio)
120
Overview (Radio with CD/MP3)
122
AM-FM Radio
125
Satellite Radio
126
Radio Reception
127
Fixed Mast Antenna
128
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices
128
CD Player
128
Auxiliary Devices
133
Rear Heating System
148
Rear Climate Control System
148
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
153
Distracted Driving
153
Defensive Driving
154
Drunk Driving
154
Control of a Vehicle
155
Braking
155
Steering
155
Off-Road Recovery
156
Loss of Control
156
Driving on Wet Roads
157
Hill and Mountain Roads
158
Winter Driving
158
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
160
New Vehicle Break-In
164
Ignition Positions
165
Starting the Engine
167
Fast Idle System
168
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
169
Engine Coolant Heater
169
Shifting Into Park
171
Shifting out of Park
172
Manual Mode
176
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
178
Parking Brake
179
Brake Assist
179
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
180
Locking Rear Axle
182
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
186
Park Assist
187
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
188
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
190
Top Tier Fuel
193
Recommended Fuel
194
Prohibited Fuels
194
Fuels in Foreign Countries
194
Fuel Additives
194
E85 or FlexFuel
195
Filling the Tank
196
General Towing Information
198
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
198
Towing Equipment
210
California Proposition 65 Warning
217
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
218
Doing Your Own Service Work
218
Hood
219
Engine Compartment Overview
220
Engine Oil
224
Engine Oil Life System
226
Automatic Transmission Fluid (6-Speed Transmission)
227
Automatic Transmission Fluid (8-Speed Transmission)
230
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
231
Cooling System
232
Engine Overheating
237
Engine Fan
238
Power Steering Fluid
238
Washer Fluid
239
Brakes
240
Brake Fluid
241
Battery - North America
242
Rear Axle
243
Noise Control System
243
Starter Switch Check
244
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
245
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
245
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
245
Wiper Blade Replacement
246
Halogen Bulbs
247
Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker, and Parking Lamps
247
Taillamps
248
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
249
Electrical System Overload
250
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
251
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
251
Tires
257
All-Season Tires
258
Winter Tires
258
Tire Sidewall Labeling
259
Tire Designations
261
Tire Terminology and Definitions
262
Tire Pressure
265
Tire Pressure Monitor System
266
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
267
Tire Inspection
270
Tire Rotation
270
Dual Tire Rotation
272
When It Is Time for New Tires
272
Buying New Tires
273
Different Size Tires and Wheels
274
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
275
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
276
Wheel Replacement
276
Tire Chains
277
If a Tire Goes Flat
278
Tire Changing
279
Exterior Care
296
Interior Care
300
General Information
305
Maintenance Schedule
307
Special Application Services
312
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
315
Maintenance Replacement Parts
316
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
319
Capacities and Specifications
320
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
323
Customer Assistance Offices
325
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
326
Online Owner Center
326
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
326
Roadside Assistance Program
327
Scheduling Service Appointments
328
Courtesy Transportation Program
329
Collision Damage Repair
330
Publication Ordering Information
332
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
333
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
334
Cybersecurity
335
Event Data Recorders
335
OnStar
336
Emergency
339
Security
340
Navigation
346
Connections
347
Index_A
349
Index_B
350
Index_C
350
Index_D
351
Index_E
352
Index_F
352
Index_G
353
Index_H
353
Index_I
353
Index_J
354
Index_K
354
Index_L
354
Index_M
355
Index_N
355
Index_O
355
Index_P
355
Index_R
356
Index_S
357
Index_T
358
Index_U
358
Index_V
358
Index_W
359
FAQ about the 2020 GMC Savana Manual
What contains the 2020 Savana manual?
The GMC Savana owner's manual is a comprehensive guide provided by GMC to assist owners in understanding and operating their specific model of the GMC Savana. It contains important information about the vehicle's features, functions, and maintenance requirements. A general overview of what you might find in a GMC Savana 2020 owner's manual:
- Maintenance for your GMC Savana, such as oil changes, tire rotations, brake inspections, and fluid checks
- Technical Information, like engine specifications, tire sizes, and recommendations
- Instrument Panel and Controls, including dashboard indicators, warning lights, and controls
- Do-it-Yourself (DIY) Maintenance, for basic maintenance tasks that GMC Savana owners can do
- Fuel Information, with recommended fuel type and fuel tank capacity
Where to download the 2020 GMC Savana Owners Manual?
The GMC Savana owner manual for the 2020 model year is to be found on this page.
Is the manual for the GMC Savana year 2020 free?
Yes, the owner manual for the model year 2020 is free, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
The GMC Savana (2020) owner's manual is available in English?
Yes, the owner's manual for the model year 2020 is available in English.
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