GMC Terrain: Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice
Use a low gear when driving in mud – the deeper the mud, the lower the gear. Keep the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck.
Traction changes when driving on sand. On loose sand, such as on beaches or sand dunes, the tires tend to sink into the sand. This affects steering, accelerating, and braking. Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers.
Traction is reduced on hard packed snow and ice and it is easy to lose control. Reduce vehicle speed when driving on hard packed snow and ice.
WARNING
Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, or rivers can be dangerous. Ice conditions vary greatly and the vehicle could fall through the ice; you and your passengers could drown. Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only.
Driving on Hills
Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what the
vehicle can and cannot do.
WARNING
Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle. Driving up hills can cause the
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Driving in Water
WARNING
Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle
downstream and you and your passengers could drown. If it is only shallow water,
it can still wash away t ...
See also:
Tire chains
Tire chains cannot be used on your
vehicle because of the lack of
clearance between the tires and
vehicle body.
NOTE
When tire chains cannot be used, use
of another type of traction dev ...
Under the cargo area
1) Under-floor storage compartment (if equipped) (Refer to “Under-floor
storage compartment”)
2) Jack handle
3) Tool bucket
4) Spare tire
1) Wheel nut wrench
2) Hex-head wrench ...
Shifting Procedures
NOTE: If any of the requirements to select a new
transfer case position have not been met, the transfer case
will not shift, the indicator light for the previous position
will remain on, and the ...