GMC Terrain: Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators / Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning Light

GMC Terrain 2018-2025 Owners Manual / Instruments and Controls / Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators / Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning Light

GMC Terrain. Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Warning Light

This light, a Driver Information Center (DIC) Message, and a chime come on when there is an issue with the DEF.

If the DEF issue has not been corrected, the light will continue to flash. The vehicle's speed may also be limited. See Diesel Exhaust Fluid.

Low Fuel Warning Light

For the base level cluster, this light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel. The light turns off when fuel is added. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced...

The security light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off...

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GMC Terrain 2018-2025 Owners Manual: Loss of Control

Skidding There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems: Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling. Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force...

GMC Terrain 2018-2025 Owners Manual: Fuel for Diesel Engines

The selection of a high-quality fuel is important for maintaining optimum vehicle performance. Diesel fuel should meet or exceed the minimum requirements in the most current versions of the local fuel standards Do not use fuel with more than 15 ppm sulfur...

Vehicle Personalization

The following are all possible vehicle personalization features. Depending on the vehicle, some may not be available.

For System, Apps, and Personal features and functions, see “Settings” in the infotainment manual.

To access the vehicle personalization menu: