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Product typeCompact SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle)
BrandGMC
ModelTerrain (2025)
CategoryCar
Dimensions (L x W x H)4630 mm x 1850 mm x 1680 mm
Wheelbase2725 mm
Curb weightApproximately 1600 kg
Engine1.5L turbo L4 engine (LSD)
Fuel typeGasoline
Fuel tank capacityApproximately 60 L
Transmission9-speed automatic
Drive wheelsFront-wheel drive (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD) depending on version
Number of seats5
Safety systemsAirbags, ABS brakes, traction control (TCS), electronic stability control (StabiliTrak/ESC)
Driver assistanceHazard lights, windshield wipers, driver assistance systems
Battery12 V, jump start possible
Spare tireCompact spare tire, temporary use
Jack and toolsIncluded, stored under the load floor
HoodInterior release lever + secondary lever, prop rod
Maintenance and cleaningEngine oil, brake fluid, coolant, windshield washer fluid; regularly clean interior and exterior
RepairabilityReplacement parts available at dealer; owner's manual on myGMC
General informationFree user manual available in PDF format

Frequently Asked Questions - Terrain (2025) GMC

How to access the driver door lock cylinder if the battery is dead?
Insert the mechanical key into the slot at the base of the handle, push upward to release the cover, then insert the key into the lock cylinder. Turn clockwise fully, then counterclockwise while pulling the handle. Repeat if necessary.
How to open the hood of the GMC Terrain 2025?
Pull the hood release lever (symbol ) under the left dashboard. At the front, push the secondary lever to the right. Lift the hood and secure the prop rod in the slot marked with an arrow.
How to change a flat tire?
Place the jack at the notch under the body near the tire. Raise the vehicle, remove the lug nuts, replace the tire, tighten the nuts in a star pattern, lower the jack. Refer to the manual for torque specifications.
How to use jumper cables for a dead battery?
Connect the red cable (+) to the positive terminal of the dead battery, then to the good battery. Connect the black cable (-) to the negative terminal of the good battery, then to a ground point on the dead vehicle. Start the donor vehicle, wait 4 minutes, then start yours. Disconnect in reverse order.
Where are the spare tire and tools located?
Open the tailgate, fold the load floor forward, remove the spare tire cover. Turn the retaining nut counterclockwise to remove the wheel. The jack and key are underneath.
What to do if the warning light stays on?
Refer to the 'Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators' section of the owner's manual. A lit indicator may indicate a problem requiring prompt repair to avoid damage or an accident.
How to transport a disabled vehicle?
Use a flatbed tow truck with tire straps. If equipped with a tow hook, use it to load the vehicle. Shift the vehicle to N (neutral) and release the electric parking brake (EPB) if possible.
How to report a safety defect in the United States?
Contact NHTSA at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-877-561-7439) or via safercar.gov. Also report to General Motors at 1-800-462-8782.
Where to find the full owner's manual?
On the myGMC app in the infotainment system, at www.gmc.com, or on the myGMC mobile app. A downloaded version may be available in the app settings.
Which active safety systems are present on the Terrain 2025?
The vehicle is equipped with airbags, ABS brakes, traction control (TCS), and electronic stability control (StabiliTrak/ESC). Refer to the manual for details.

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California Proposition 65 Warning

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WARNING

Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.

Contents

Introduction ....1

Door Locks (In Case of Dead Battery) .....2

Seat Belts 2

Airbag System 2

Child Restraint Systems ....2

Windshield Wiper/Washer 2

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators ....3

Exterior Lamp Controls 3

Hazard Warning Flashers ....3

Driver Behavior ....3

Brakes 4

Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 4

Driver Assistance Systems ....4

Hood 4

Engine Compartment Overview ......6

Tire Changing 6

Jump Starting - North America .... 10

Transporting a Disabled Vehicle 13

Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users .... 15

Roadside Assistance Program ....15

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government .... 15

Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government ....15

Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ....16

Introduction

This document includes vehicle reference information for your vehicle. This document does not replace your Owner's Manual, which includes other important information, including warnings and precautions.

For complete operating information and instructions, see the Owner's Manual on the myGMC app in the vehicle infotainment system, at www.gmc.com, or on the myGMC mobile app.

To verify your vehicle has a downloaded Owner's Manual in the infotainment system, go to the myGMC app, touch the Settings icon, and touch Owner's Manual Details.

If your vehicle has a downloaded Owner's Manual, the downloaded version is accurate at the time of installation. To ensure you are viewing the most up-to-date, connected version of the Owner's Manual, accept the Terms and Conditions and have an active Wi-Fi

or data connection. Up-to-date versions of the Owner's Manual are also accessible at www.gmc.com and on the myGMC mobile app.

To view digital versions or to order printed versions of the Owner's Manual or warranty information, or to view additional vehicle information, scan the code below or visit gmc.com/support/vehicle/manuals-guides (U.S.) or gmccanada.ca/en/support/vehicle/manuals-guides (Canada):

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United States Canada

Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Door Locks (In Case of Dead Battery)

Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Access (In Case of Dead Battery)

To access the driver door key lock cylinder and unlatch the door:

Close-up of a white car door handle with a black arrow pointing to the side (no text or symbols visible)

Sample Shown, Your Vehicle May Differ

  1. Insert the mechanical key into the slot at the bottom of the handle and push upward all the way until the cover frees. Do not pry or pull on the key.
  2. Remove the cover.

  3. Insert the mechanical key in the cylinder.

  4. Turn the mechanical key clockwise until it stops.
  5. Slowly turn the mechanical key counterclockwise while pulling the handle to unlatch the door.
  6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 if the door does not fully open.

To replace the cap:

  1. Align the top edge of the cover to the handle.
  2. Turn downward to snap cover into position.
  3. Check to ensure cap is fully seated.

Always make sure every vehicle occupant has properly adjusted their seat and head restraint, positioned and fastened their seat belt, and infants and young children are secured in appropriate child restraints. See your Owner's Manual for complete information on Seating and Restraints, Top Tether, and the LATCH System.

Your vehicle is equipped with airbags, marked in your vehicle with the word "AIRBAG". Airbags work together with seat belts and other systems to help protect occupants in a crash. See your Owner's Manual for complete information on a seating, restraints, and airbags.

Child Restraint Systems

According to accident statistics, children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position. Infants and young children should always be secured in an appropriate child restraint. See your Owner's Manual for more information about child restraint usage, top tethers, and LATCH systems.

Windshield Wiper/Washer

Your vehicle is equipped with windshield wipers to help maintain visibility in inclement weather conditions. See your Owner's Manual for complete information about these systems.

With the vehicle on, move the windshield wiper lever to select the wiper speed.

For a single wipe, briefly move the wiper lever down. For several wipes, hold the wiper lever down.

Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. The wipers will continue until

the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached. When the windshield wiper lever is released, additional wipes may occur depending on how long the windshield washer has been activated.

Clear snow and ice from the wiper blades and windshield before using them. If frozen to the windshield, carefully loosen or thaw them. Damaged blades should be replaced.

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Warning

In freezing weather, do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision.

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Warning

Before driving the vehicle, always clear snow and ice from the hood, windshield, washer nozzles, roof, and rear of the vehicle, including all lights and windows. Reduced visibility from snow and ice buildup could lead to a crash.

Warning lights, gauges, and indicators can alert you to an issue with your vehicle. Some warning lights display briefly to show that they are working when you start the vehicle. However, if a warning light persists while driving, or if a gauge shows there may be a problem, be sure to refer to the sections under "Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators."

Paying attention to your vehicle's warning lights, gauges, and indicators and promptly addressing any issues may help you to prevent an expensive repair or personal injury. Postponing repairs can be costly and even dangerous.

Exterior Lamp Controls

Your vehicle is equipped with exterior lighting to help maintain visibility in dark and inclement weather conditions. See your Owner's Manual for complete information about these systems.

The headlight controls are part of your vehicle's virtual touch displays. Touch the light symbol on the infotainment screen, the control panel of the Driver Information Center (DIC), or the center console screen, to operate the headlights.

Hazard Warning Flashers

Your vehicle is equipped Hazard Warning Flashers to help increase your visibility in adverse conditions. See your Owner's Manual for complete information about these systems.

△: Press this button on the center stack, center console, or overhead console to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press again to turn the flashers off. The turn signals do not work while the hazard warning flashers are on.

The hazard warning flashers turn on automatically if the airbags deploy.

Driver Behavior

Distracted, Drowsy, and Impaired Driving

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Warning

Drinking alcohol or taking drugs and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of

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alcohol or drugs. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking or taking drugs.

Do not drive while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or ride with a driver who has been drinking or is impaired by drugs. Find alternate transportation home; or if you are with a group, designate a driver who will remain sober.

Do not attempt to operate a vehicle if impaired in any way. This includes if under the influence of drugs or alcohol, exhibiting exhaustion, or while distracted.

Traveling with Children and Pets

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Warning

Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke.

If traveling with children, helpless adults, or pets, do not leave them unattended in the vehicle at any time. Always ensure to check for children, helpless adults, or pets before exiting the vehicle.

See your Owner's Manual for important information about your vehicle's braking systems, including the Antilock Braking System, which can help prevent a braking skid and maintain steering while braking hard.

Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control

The vehicle has a Traction Control System (TCS) and StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC). These systems help limit wheel spin and assist the driver in maintaining control, especially on slippery road conditions.

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If equipped, this vehicle may have features that work together to help avoid crashes or reduce crash damage while driving, backing, and parking. Read the owner's manual for more important feature limitations and information before using these systems.

Hood

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Warning

For vehicles with auto engine stop/start, turn the vehicle off before opening the hood. If the vehicle is on, the engine will start when the hood is opened. You or others could be injured.

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Warning

Components under the hood can get hot from running the engine. To help avoid the risk of burning unprotected skin, never touch these components until they have cooled, and always use a glove or towel to avoid direct skin contact.

Clear any snow from the hood before opening.

To open the hood:

  1. Pull the hood release lever with the symbol. It is on the lower left side of the instrument panel.

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  1. Go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary release lever under the front center of the hood. Push the secondary hood release lever to the right to release.

Interior view of a car hood with visible engine compartment and internal components (no text or symbols)

  1. Lift the hood only enough to release the hood prop rod from its retainer, and insert it into the slot marked with an arrow on the underside of the hood. Lifting the hood too far may disengage the parts adjacent to the hinges.

To close the hood:

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Warning

Do not drive the vehicle if the hood is not latched completely. The hood could open fully, block your vision, and cause a crash. You or others could be injured. Always close the hood completely before driving.

  1. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly, and all tools are removed.

  2. Lift the hood only enough to release the hood prop rod from the slot on the underside of the hood. Lifting the hood too far may disengage the parts adjacent to the hinges.

  3. Return the prop rod to its retainer. The prop rod must click into place when returning it to the retainer to prevent hood damage.

  4. Lower the hood 20 cm (8 in) above the vehicle and release it. Check to make sure the hood is latched completely. Repeat this process with additional force if necessary.

Engine Compartment Overview

Interior view of a car's dashboard and engine compartment with numbered components (no visible text or labels)

1.5L L4 Turbo Engine (LSD)

  1. Engine Air Cleaner. See your owner's manual.
  2. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See your owner's manual.
  3. Engine Oil Dipstick. See your owner's manual.
  4. Engine Cooling Fan (out of view). See your owner's manual.
  5. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See your owner's manual.
  6. Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See your owner's manual.

  7. Remote Positive (+) Terminal (Under Cover). See Jump Starting - North America 10.

  8. Remote Negative (-) Terminal. See Jump Starting - North America 10.
  9. Underhood Fuse Block. See your owner's manual.
  10. Battery - North America. See your owner's manual.
  11. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See your owner's manual.

Tire Changing

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools

1 2 3 4

  1. Tow Eye (If Equipped)

  2. Strap

  3. Jack

  4. Wheel Wrench

To access the spare tire and tools:

  1. Open the liftgate. See your owner's manual.
  2. Fold the rear part of the load floor to the front, pull it rearward to disengage the clips, then pull upward to remove it.
  3. Pull the spare tire cover forward and upward to remove it.
  4. Turn the retainer nut counterclockwise to remove the spare tire. Place the spare tire next to the tire being changed.
  5. The jack and tools are stored below the spare tire. Remove them from their container and place them near the tire being changed.

Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire

Take off the wheel cover or center cap, if the vehicle has one, to reach the wheel bolts.

  1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See your owner's manual for more information.

  2. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen and remove the wheel nut caps. Do not try to remove plastic caps from the cover or center cap.

  3. Pull the cover or center cap away from the wheel. Store the wheel cover in the cargo area until you have the flat tire repaired or replaced.

Illustration of a hand using a tool to trim a car tire, with a black arrow indicating the wheel rim (no text or symbols present)

  1. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen all the wheel nuts, but do not remove them yet.
  2. Place the jack near the flat tire.
  3. Put the compact spare tire near you.

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Warning

Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.

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Warning

Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.

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Warning

Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else, you or others could be badly injured or killed

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if the vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack is provided with the vehicle, only use it for changing a flat tire.

  1. Attach the wrench to the jack by fitting the hex end of the wrench over the hex head of the jack.
  2. Place the jack under the vehicle.

Caution

Make sure that the jack lift head is in the cor rect position or you may damage your vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty.

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9. Position the jack lift head at the jack location nearest the flat tire. The location is indicated by a notch in the vertical bottom edge of the body side sheet metal.

The notches in the jack must align with the notch in the rocker pinch weld. The jack lift head lifts on the inward side of the pinch weld flange.

The jack must not be used in any other position.

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  1. Raise the vehicle by turning the jack handle clockwise. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the road tire to clear the ground.

Illustration of a hand adjusting a car wheel rim with bolts (no text or symbols)

  1. Remove all of the wheel nuts.
  2. Remove the flat tire.

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Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can cause wheel nuts to become loose over time. The wheel could come off and cause a crash. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle. In an

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emergency, a cloth or paper towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt.

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  1. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, and spare wheel.
  2. Place the compact spare tire on the wheel-mounting surface.

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Warning

Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a crash.

  1. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub.
  2. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.

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Warning

Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off. The wheel nuts should be tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque specification after replacing. Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See your owner's manual for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications.

Caution

Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification. See your owner's manual for the wheel nut torque specification.

1 3 4 5 2

  1. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence, as shown.
  2. Lower the jack all the way and remove the jack from under the vehicle.

  3. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly with the wheel wrench.

When reinstalling the wheel cover or center cap on the full-size tire, tighten all five plastic caps hand snug, then tighten them with the wheel wrench an additional one-quarter turn.

Caution

Wheel covers will not fit on the vehicle's compact spare. If you try to put a wheel cover on the compact spare, the cover or the spare could be damaged.

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools

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Warning

Storing a jack, all tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place.

To store the flat tire:

  1. Return the jack and tools to their original storage location.

  2. Reinstall the spare tire cover.

  3. Replace the load floor.

  4. Place the flat tire, lying flat, in the rear up storage compartment.

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  1. Route the loop end of the strap through one of the cargo tie-downs in the rear of the vehicle.

Then route the hook through the loop and pull the strap to tighten around the cargo tie-down.

Top-down view of a car wheel mounted on its roof, showing structural components (no text or symbols visible)

  1. Route the strap through the wheel, as shown.

  2. Attach the other end of the strap to the other cargo tie-down in the rear of the vehicle.

  3. Tighten the strap.

The compact spare is for temporary use only. Replace the compact spare tire with a full-size tire as soon as you can.

Jump Starting - North America

For more information about the vehicle battery, see your owner's manual.

If the battery has run down, try to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to do it safely.

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Warning

WARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

See California Proposition 65 Warning ➔ 1.

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Warning

Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerous because:

• They contain acid that can burn you.
• They contain gas that can explode or ignite.

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• They contain enough electricity to burn you.
If you do not follow these steps exactly, some or all of these things can hurt you.

Caution

Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work, and it could damage the vehicle.

Caution

If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order, making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal.

Technical diagram of a mechanical assembly with numbered components and labeled parts

Connection Points and Sequence

  1. Discharged Battery Positive (+) Terminal
  2. Good Battery Positive (+) Terminal
  3. Good Battery Negative (−) Terminal
  4. Discharged Battery Negative (−) Grounding Point

The discharged battery negative (−) grounding point and discharged battery (+) terminal are on the driver side of the vehicle.

The good battery negative (−) terminal and good battery positive (+) terminal are on the battery of the vehicle providing the jump start.

The discharged battery positive (+) terminal is under a trim cover. Open the cover to expose the terminal.

Caution

If the other vehicle does not have a 12-vol t system with a negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged. Only use a vehicle that has a 12-volt system with a negative ground for jump starting.

  1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system.
  2. Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching.
  3. Set the parking brake. See your owner's manual.

Caution

If any accessories are left on or plugged in during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Whenever possible, turn off or unplug all accessories on either vehicle when jump starting.

  1. Turn the vehicle off. Turn off all lights and accessories in both vehicles, except the hazard warning flashers if needed.

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An electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan.

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Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Do not get it on you. If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your skin, flush the place with water and get medical help immediately.

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Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running.

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Always inspect jumper cables prior to use. Jumper cables with loose or missing insulation could shock you or cause vehicle damage. Do not use jumper cables that appear damaged.

  1. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation.
  2. Connect one end of the red positive (+) cable to the discharged battery positive (+) terminal.
  3. Connect the other end of the red positive (+) cable to the good battery positive (+) terminal.
  4. Connect one end of the black negative (-) cable to the good battery negative (-) terminal.

  5. Connect the other end of the black negative (-) cable to the discharged battery negative (-) grounding point.

  6. Start the engine in the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine at idle speed for at least four minutes.
  7. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service.

Jumper Cable Removal

To remove the jumper cables, reverse Steps 6–9 in exact order.

After starting the disabled vehicle and removing the jumper cables, allow it to idle for several minutes.

Transporting a Disabled Vehicle

Caution

Incorrectly transporting a disabled vehicle may cause damage to the vehicle. Use proper tire straps to secure the vehicle to the flatbed tow truck. Do not strap or hook to any frame, underbody, or suspension

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component not specified below. Do not move vehicles with drive axle tires on the ground. Damage is not covered by the vehicle warranty.

Caution

The vehicle may be equipped with an Electric Parking Brake (EPB) and/or an electronic shifter. In the event of a loss of 12-volt battery power, the EPB cannot be released, and the vehicle cannot be shifted to N (Neutral). Tire skates or dollies must be used under the non-rolling tires to prevent damage while loading/unloading the vehicle. Dragging the vehicle will cause damage not covered by the vehicle warranty.

Caution

The vehicle may be equipped with a tow eye. Improper use of the tow eye may cause damage to the vehicle and is not covered by the vehicle warranty. If equipped, use the tow eye to load the vehicle onto a flatbed tow truck from a flat road surface, or to move the vehicle a very short distance at a walking pace. The tow eye is not designed for off-road recovery. The vehicle must be in N (Neutral) with the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) released when using the tow eye.

Contact a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be transported. GM recommends a flatbed tow truck to transport a disabled vehicle. Use ramps to help reduce approach angles, if necessary.

If equipped, a tow eye may be located near the spare tire or emergency jack. Do not use the tow eye to pull the vehicle from snow, mud, sand, or a ditch. Tow eye threads may have right- or left-hand threads. Use caution when installing or removing the tow eye.

The vehicle must be in N (Neutral) and the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) must be released when loading the vehicle onto a flatbed tow truck.

  • If the vehicle is equipped with car wash mode and has 12-volt battery power, see "Car Wash Mode" in your owner's manual to place the vehicle in N (Neutral).
  • If the 12-volt battery is dead and/or the engine will not start, the vehicle will not move. See Jump Starting - North America ◇ 10 and if the jump start is successful, retry the "Car Wash Mode" procedure.

If unsuccessful, the vehicle will not move. Tire skates or dollies must be used under the non-rolling tires to prevent vehicle damage.

Front Tow Eye
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Carefully open the cover by using the small notch that conceals the front tow eye socket.

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Install the tow eye into the socket and turn it until it is fully tightened.

When the tow eye is removed, reinstall the cover with the notch in the original position.

Rear Tow Eye

If the vehicle is equipped with a hitch, there is no provision to use the tow eye in the rear of the vehicle. The hitch may be used to load the vehicle onto a flatbed tow truck.

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If equipped, carefully open the cover by using the small notch that conceals the rear tow eye socket.

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Install the tow eye into the socket and turn it until it is fully tightened.

When the tow eye is removed, reinstall the cover with the notch in the original position.

To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle for recreational purposes, such as behind a motor home, see your owner's manual.

Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users

To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, or speech-impaired and/or who use Text Telephones (TTYs), please dial the national 711 relay service and contact 1-800-833-2438. TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.

Roadside Assistance Program

U.S.: 1-888-881-3302.

Canada: 1-800-268-6800.

Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S.

Only): 1-888-889-2438.

Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government

If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying General Motors.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors.

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-877-561-7439); go to https://www.safercar.gov; or write to:

Administrator, NHTSA

1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E.,

Washington, D.C., 20590

You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from https://www.safercar.gov.

Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government

If you live in Canada, and you believe that the vehicle has a safety defect, notify Transport Canada immediately, and notify General Motors of Canada Company. Call Transport Canada at 1-800-333-0510; go to:

www.tc.gc.ca/recalls (English)

www.tc.gc.ca/rappels (French)

or write to:

Transport Canada

Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate

Defect Investigations and Recalls Division

80 Noel Street

Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1

Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors

In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport

Canada) in all situation like this, notify

General Motors.

In the U.S., call 1-800-462-8782, or write:

GMC Customer Assistance Center

P.O. Box 33172

Detroit, MI 48232-5172

In Canada, call 1-800-263-3777 (English) or

1-800-263-7854 (French), or write:

Customer Care Centre

General Motors of Canada Company

500 Wentworth Street W

Oshawa, ON L1J 0C5

In Mexico, call 800-466-0812 or 800-466-0801.

In other Central America and Caribbean

Countries, call 52-555-901-2369.

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Administrator, NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E., Washington, D. C., 20590

500 Wentworth Street W

Oshawa, ON (activé) L1J 0C5

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Model : Terrain (2025)

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