GMC Terrain: Vehicle Checks / Cooling System
1.5L Gas Engine
- Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View)
- Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
1.6L Diesel Engine
- Engine Cooling Fan (Out of View)
- Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
2.0L Gas Engine
- Engine Cooling Fans (Out of View)
- Engine Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap
Warning
An underhood electric fan can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any underhood electric fan.
Warning
Do not touch heater or radiator hoses, or other engine parts. They can be very hot and can burn you. Do not run the engine if there is a leak; all coolant could leak out. That could cause an engine fire and can burn you. Fix any leak before driving the vehicle.
If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. The vehicle should be parked on a level surface.
The coolant level should be at the top rib on the middle of the tank. If it is not, the vehicle may have a leak at the radiator hoses, heater hoses, radiator, water pump, or somewhere else in the cooling system.
If there seems to be no leak, with the engine on, check to see if the electric engine cooling fan is running. If the engine is overheating, the fan should be running. If it is not, the vehicle needs service. Turn off the engine.
How to Reinstall the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Align the air cleaner/filter with
the indicated point on the base
of the air cleaner/filter housing
and install the air cleaner/filter.
The outer air cleaner/filter seal
must be fitted properly in the
air cleaner/filter housing...
Engine Coolant
The engine cooling system in the
vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL
engine coolant mixture. This coolant
needs to be checked and changed
at appropriate levels...
Other information:
GMC Terrain 2018-2025 Owners Manual: Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
The tire sealant and compressor kit is in a bag in the rear compartment storage area. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate. Fold the rear part of the load floor to the front. Turn the retainer nut counterclockwise to remove the tire sealant and compressor kit bag...
GMC Terrain 2018-2025 Owners Manual: Cruise Control Light
The cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready, and turns green when the cruise control is set and active. See Cruise Control. Adaptive Cruise Control Light This light is white when the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is on and ready, and turns green when the ACC is set and active...
