GMC Terrain: Vehicle Checks / Gas Strut(s)
This vehicle is equipped with gas
strut(s) to provide assistance in
lifting and holding open the hood/
trunk/liftgate system in full open
position.
Warning
If the gas struts that hold open
the hood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail,
you or others could be seriously
injured. Take the vehicle to your
dealer for service immediately.
Visually inspect the gas struts for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage periodically. Check to
make sure the hood/trunk/liftgate
is held open with enough force.
If struts are failing to hold the
hood/trunk/liftgate, do not
operate. Have the vehicle
serviced.
Caution
Do not apply tape or hang any
objects from gas struts. Also do
not push down or pull on gas
struts. This may cause damage to
the vehicle.
See Maintenance Schedule.
![GMC Terrain. Gas Strut(s)](images/gas_strut_s_-1671/1283/gmc_terrain_gas_strut_s__790.gif)
Hood
![GMC Terrain. Gas Strut(s)](images/gas_strut_s_-1671/1283/gmc_terrain_gas_strut_s__791.gif)
Trunk
![GMC Terrain. Gas Strut(s)](images/gas_strut_s_-1671/1283/gmc_terrain_gas_strut_s__792.gif)
Liftgate
Driver Assistance Systems
If the windshield needs to be
replaced and the vehicle is
equipped with a front camera sensor
for the Driver Assistance Systems, a GM replacement windshield is
recommended...
Headlamp aim has been preset and
should need no further adjustment.
If the vehicle is damaged in a crash,
the headlamp aim may be affected.
If adjustment to the headlamps is
necessary, see your dealer...
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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 ..
This light shows if there is an
electrical problem with the airbag
system. The system check includes
the airbag sensor(s), the passenger
sensing system, the pretensioners,
the airbag modules, the wiring, and
the crash sensing and diagnostic
module. For more information on the
airbag system, see Airbag System.
The airbag readiness light comes on
for several seconds when the
vehicle is st..