🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: GMC Model: Terrain Year: 2011 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Compact Crossover SUV Target Audience: Individuals and families seeking a versatile, comfortable, and fuel-efficient utility vehicle. Key Features Design Philosophy: Bold styling, comfortable interior, and practical functionality. Platform: GM Theta platform (shared with Chevrolet Equinox) 📋 Manual Details Identification Manual Title: 2011 GMC Terrain Owners Manual Manual Type: Owner's Manual Language: English Format: Digital PDF Delivery: Instant Download Source: Factory Original Compatibility: Any device capable of reading PDF files (requires PDF reader) Coverage Areas Primary Focus: Operation, maintenance, features, and safety of the 2011 GMC Terrain. 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Powertrain: Engine operation, maintenance, oil, fuel, cooling, ignition systems. Transmission operation, fluid checks, maintenance. Chassis: Braking system (ABS, electronic stability), steering, suspension, wheel alignment. Electrical: Instrument cluster, lighting (headlights, taillights, interior), battery, fuses, electrical system overview, entertainment systems (audio, climate controls). Body: Doors, locks, security system, seating, safety restraints, windows, wipers, mirrors, cleaning procedures. Procedures Included Maintenance Procedures: Engine oil and filter change, tire inflation and rotation, fluid level checks, air filter replacement, cabin air filter replacement, basic cleaning and detailing. Operation Procedures: Starting the engine, driving techniques, using climate controls, operating infotainment, securing cargo, adjusting seats and restraints. Troubleshooting: Instrument cluster warning lights and messages, basic diagnosis of common operational issues. Safety Procedures: Child restraint installation, seat belt usage, airbag system explanation, reporting safety defects. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive owner-level information covering normal operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. Does not include detailed repair procedures or diagnostic codes typically found in a service manual. Coverage Areas List Of Areas: Introduction, Instrument Cluster, Entertainment Systems, Climate Controls, Lights, Driver Controls, Locks and Security, Seating and Safety Restraints, Driving, Customer Assistance, Reporting safety defects (U.S. only), Cleaning, Maintenance and Specifications, Engine compartment, Engine oil, Battery, Fuel information, Air filter(s), Part numbers, Refill capacities, Lubricant specifications, Accessories, Service Information and Specifications, Maintenance Information and Specifications. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchable Text: Yes (typically) Printable: Yes Print Quality Quality: High-resolution digital scan, ensuring clarity of text and diagrams. Binding Type Type: N/A (Digital PDF) Paper Type Type: N/A (Digital PDF) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: LE5 (2.4L I4) / LAF (2.4L Direct Injection I4) / LY7 (3.6L V6) Displacement 2 4L: 2.4 Liters Horsepower 2 4L Port Injection: 169 hp @ 6,400 rpm Torque 2 4L Port Injection: 160 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm Horsepower 2 4L Direct Injection: 182 hp @ 6,700 rpm Torque 2 4L Direct Injection: 172 lb-ft @ 4,900 rpm Displacement 3 6L: 3.6 Liters Horsepower 3 6L: 264 hp @ 6,500 rpm Torque 3 6L: 250 lb-ft @ 3,400 rpm Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI) for 2.4L Port Injection; Direct Injection (DI) for 2.4L DI and 3.6L V6 Fuel Type: Unleaded Regular (87 octane recommended) Engine Compartment Engine Placement: Transverse Engine Orientation: Front 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 6-speed automatic transmission (6T70) Optional Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive (AWD) available on all trims Features Transmission Features: Driver Shift Control (manual mode) 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 180.5 inches Width: 72.3 inches Height: 65.7 inches Wheelbase: 109.8 inches Ground Clearance: 7.4 inches Weights Curb Weight 2 4L FWD: 3,660 lbs Curb Weight 3 6L AWD: 3,975 lbs Cargo Cargo Volume Behind 1St Row: 63.9 cu ft Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row: 25.1 cu ft 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Overall Rating: 4/5 Stars (Overall) IIHS Top Safety Pick: Yes Passive Features Airbags: Frontal, side-impact, curtain airbags Seat Belts: 3-point front and rear seat belts with pretensioners Child Seat Anchors: LATCH system Active Features Traction Control: Standard Electronic Stability Control: Standard (StabiliTrak) ABS: Standard Brake Assist: Standard 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System Options: Available Pioneer premium audio, SiriusXM Satellite Radio. Connectivity: Available USB port, auxiliary input jack. Driver Assistance Rear Vision Camera: Available Parking Assist: Available rear parking assist sensors. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval: Every 7,500 miles or 6 months (whichever comes first), using synthetic oil; consult manual for specific recommendations. Tire Rotation Interval: Every 7,500 miles Air Filter Replacement Interval: Consult manual, typically every 30,000 - 50,000 miles depending on driving conditions. Cabin Air Filter Replacement Interval: Consult manual, typically every 20,000 - 30,000 miles. Fluid Specifications Engine Oil Specification: SAE 5W-30 (API SN certified, GM dexos1 approved) Transmission Fluid Specification: Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid Fluid Capacities Engine Oil Capacity: Approx. 4.7 Quarts (2.4L) / 5.0 Quarts (3.6L) Engine Coolant Capacity: Approx. 8.3 Quarts (2.4L) / 9.1 Quarts (3.6L) Known Issues Common Issue 1: Timing chain wear/stretch (particularly on early 3.6L V6 engines) can lead to rough idle and check engine light. Manual recommends regular oil changes and inspection. Common Issue 2: Water pump leaks (on V6 engine) can occur with age. Manual guides on inspection and replacement. Common Issue 3: Power steering fluid...
Engine oil and filter change, tire inflation and rotation, fluid level checks, air filter replacement, cabin air filter replacement, basic cleaning and detailing.
Operation Procedures:
Starting the engine, driving techniques, using climate controls, operating infotainment, securing cargo, adjusting seats and restraints.
Troubleshooting:
Instrument cluster warning lights and messages, basic diagnosis of common operational issues.
Safety Procedures:
Child restraint installation, seat belt usage, airbag system explanation, reporting safety defects.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive owner-level information covering normal operation, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting. Does not include detailed repair procedures or diagnostic codes typically found in a service manual.
Coverage Areas
List Of Areas:
Introduction, Instrument Cluster, Entertainment Systems, Climate Controls, Lights, Driver Controls, Locks and Security, Seating and Safety Restraints, Driving, Customer Assistance, Reporting safety defects (U.S. only), Cleaning, Maintenance and Specifications, Engine compartment, Engine oil, Battery, Fuel information, Air filter(s), Part numbers, Refill capacities, Lubricant specifications, Accessories, Service Information and Specifications, Maintenance Information and Specifications.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchable Text:
Yes (typically)
Printable:
Yes
Print Quality
Quality:
High-resolution digital scan, ensuring clarity of text and diagrams.
Binding Type
Type:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Paper Type
Type:
N/A (Digital PDF)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Code:
LE5 (2.4L I4) / LAF (2.4L Direct Injection I4) / LY7 (3.6L V6)
Displacement 2 4L:
2.4 Liters
Horsepower 2 4L Port Injection:
169 hp @ 6,400 rpm
Torque 2 4L Port Injection:
160 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
Horsepower 2 4L Direct Injection:
182 hp @ 6,700 rpm
Torque 2 4L Direct Injection:
172 lb-ft @ 4,900 rpm
Displacement 3 6L:
3.6 Liters
Horsepower 3 6L:
264 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque 3 6L:
250 lb-ft @ 3,400 rpm
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-Port Fuel Injection (MPI) for 2.4L Port Injection; Direct Injection (DI) for 2.4L DI and 3.6L V6
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Regular (87 octane recommended)
Engine Compartment
Engine Placement:
Transverse
Engine Orientation:
Front
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
6-speed automatic transmission (6T70)
Optional
Drivetrain:
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) available on all trims
Features
Transmission Features:
Driver Shift Control (manual mode)
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
180.5 inches
Width:
72.3 inches
Height:
65.7 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.4 inches
Weights
Curb Weight 2 4L FWD:
3,660 lbs
Curb Weight 3 6L AWD:
3,975 lbs
Cargo
Cargo Volume Behind 1St Row:
63.9 cu ft
Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row:
25.1 cu ft
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Overall Rating:
4/5 Stars (Overall)
IIHS Top Safety Pick:
Yes
Passive Features
Airbags:
Frontal, side-impact, curtain airbags
Seat Belts:
3-point front and rear seat belts with pretensioners
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH system
Active Features
Traction Control:
Standard
Electronic Stability Control:
Standard (StabiliTrak)
ABS:
Standard
Brake Assist:
Standard
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System Options:
Available Pioneer premium audio, SiriusXM Satellite Radio.
Connectivity:
Available USB port, auxiliary input jack.
Driver Assistance
Rear Vision Camera:
Available
Parking Assist:
Available rear parking assist sensors.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles or 6 months (whichever comes first), using synthetic oil; consult manual for specific recommendations.
Tire Rotation Interval:
Every 7,500 miles
Air Filter Replacement Interval:
Consult manual, typically every 30,000 - 50,000 miles depending on driving conditions.
Cabin Air Filter Replacement Interval:
Consult manual, typically every 20,000 - 30,000 miles.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Specification:
SAE 5W-30 (API SN certified, GM dexos1 approved)
Transmission Fluid Specification:
Dexron VI Automatic Transmission Fluid
Fluid Capacities
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approx. 4.7 Quarts (2.4L) / 5.0 Quarts (3.6L)
Engine Coolant Capacity:
Approx. 8.3 Quarts (2.4L) / 9.1 Quarts (3.6L)
Known Issues
Common Issue 1:
Timing chain wear/stretch (particularly on early 3.6L V6 engines) can lead to rough idle and check engine light. Manual recommends regular oil changes and inspection.
Common Issue 2:
Water pump leaks (on V6 engine) can occur with age. Manual guides on inspection and replacement.
Common Issue 3:
Power steering fluid leaks or pump issues reported by some owners. Manual details fluid type and check procedures.
Maintenance Information
Tune Up Components:
Spark plugs (iridium), ignition coils, fuel filters, air filters.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Gmc History:
GMC (General Motors Company) has a long history in truck and utility vehicle manufacturing since 1911.
Model Evolution
First Generation:
Introduced for the 2008 model year.
2011 Updates:
Introduction of the direct-injection 2.4L engine option for improved fuel economy and power, revised interior materials, and new feature packaging.
Production
Manufacturing Plant:
Cami Automotive, Ingersoll, Ontario, Canada
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