GMC Terrain: Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running
WARNING
It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. And, if you leave the vehicle with the engine running, it could overheat and even catch fire. You or others could be injured. Do not leave the vehicle with the engine running.
If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running, the vehicle must be in P (Park) and the parking brake set.
Release the button and check that the shift lever cannot be moved out of P (Park).
Shifting Into Park
WARNING
It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully
in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. If you have
left the engine running, the ...
Torque Lock
Torque lock is when the weight of the vehicle puts too much force on the parking
pawl in the transmission. This happens when parking on a hill and shifting the transmission
into P (Park) is not do ...
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Taking Care of the Unexpected
This section covers the more
common problems that motorists
experience with their vehicles. It
gives you information about how to
safely evaluate the problem and what
to do to correct it. If ...
Underbody Maintenance
Use plain water to flush dirt and debris from the vehicle's underbody. Your dealer
or an underbody car washing system can do this. If not removed, rust and corrosion
can develop. ...
Bulb specification chart
Before attempting to replace
a bulb,
ensure that both the affected lamp and
the vehicle's ignition, are turned off. If
the circuit remains live, a short circuit
can occur which may damage the
...