GMC Terrain: Driving Information / Drunk Driving

GMC Terrain 2018-2026 Owners Manual / Driving and Operating / Driving Information / Drunk Driving

Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy.

Warning

Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking.

Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you are with a group, designate a driver who will not drink.

Defensive Driving

Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the seat belt. See Seat Belts. Assume that other road users (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other drivers) are going to be careless and make mistakes...

Control of a Vehicle. Braking, Steering

Braking, steering, and accelerating are important factors in helping to control a vehicle while driving...

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GMC Terrain 2018-2026 Owners Manual: If the Vehicle Is Stuck

Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. If stuck too severely for the traction system to free the vehicle, turn the traction system off and use the rocking method. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control. Warning If the vehicle's tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. The vehicle c..

GMC Terrain 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Air Vents

Use the louvers located on the air vents to change the direction of the airflow. To open or close off the airflow: On the center air vents, move the slider knobs up or down. On the outer and rear air vents, move the slider knobs right or left. Operation Tips Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from air inlets at the base of the windshield that could block the flow of air into t..

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: