Airbag system messages, Anti-theft alarm system messages, Starting the vehicle messages – GMC 2011 Sierra User Manual

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GMC Sierra Owner Manual - 2011

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Instruments and Controls

There are several conditions that
can cause this message to appear.

.

If the vehicle is overheating,
which could occur if StabiliTrak
activates continuously for an
extended period of time.

.

If the brake system warning
light is on. See Brake System
Warning Light on page 5‑27
.

.

If the stability system takes
longer than usual to complete its
diagnostic checks due to driving
conditions.

.

If an engine or vehicle related
problem has been detected
and the vehicle needs service.
See your dealer.

.

If the vehicle is shifted into 4LO.

The message turns off as soon
as the conditions that caused the
message to be displayed are no
longer present.

TRACTION CONTROL OFF

If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this
message displays when the Traction
Control System (TCS) is turned off.
Adjust your driving accordingly. See
StabiliTrak

®

System on page 9‑70

for more information.

Airbag System Messages

SERVICE AIR BAG

This message displays if there is
a problem with the airbag system.
Have your dealer inspect the
system for problems. See Airbag
Readiness Light on page 5‑20
and
Airbag System on page 3‑29 for
more information.

Anti-Theft Alarm System
Messages

SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT
SYSTEM

This message displays when there
is a problem with the theft-deterrent
system. The vehicle may or may not
restart so you may want to take the
vehicle to your dealer before turning
off the engine. See Immobilizer
Operation on page 2‑13
for more
information.

Starting the Vehicle
Messages

FAST IDLE ON

If your vehicle has this feature, this
message displays when the fast idle
feature is on. See Fast Idle System
on page 9‑39
for more information.

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