GMC Terrain: Performance and Maintenance / Fuel (Diesel). E85 or FlexFuel

Fuel (Diesel).

Use of diesel fuel with ultra low sulfur content (15 ppm, maximum) is required. See Fuel for Diesel Engines.

E85 or FlexFuel

GMC Terrain. Fuel (Diesel). E85 or FlexFuel

No E85 or FlexFuel

Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater than E15 (15% ethanol by volume), such as E85, cannot be used in this vehicle.

    Fuel (LYX - 1.5L L4 Turbo Engine) and Fuel (LTG - 2.0L L4 Turbo Engine)

    Fuel (LYX - 1.5L L4 Turbo Engine) Regular Unleaded Fuel Use only Regular 87 octane — (R+M)/2 — or higher unleaded gasoline in your vehicle. TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is recommended...

    Engine Oil Life System

    The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message when it is time to change the engine oil and filter...

    Other information:

    GMC Terrain 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Stop/Start System


    If equipped, the Stop/Start system will shut off the engine to help conserve fuel. It has components designed for the increased number of starts. Warning The automatic engine Stop/Start feature causes the engine to shut off while the vehicle is still on...

    GMC Terrain 2018-2026 Owners Manual: Distracted Driving


    Distraction comes in many forms and can take your focus from the task of driving. Exercise good judgment and do not let other activities divert your attention away from the road. Many local governments have enacted laws regarding driver distraction...

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