Owner’s Manual MY19 AC Acadia AC MY19
MY19 AC Acadia holden.com.au GM Holden Ltd, ABN 84 006 893 232, Holden New Zealand Ltd., Company Number 1602 (hereinafter Holden)
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© 2018 GM Holden Ltd. © 2018 Holden New Zealand Ltd. Printed in Australia Reproduction in whole or part is Part No. 92510102 prohibited without written approval from September 2018 GM Holden Ltd., ABN 84 006 893 232 (Australia) or (MY19 AC Acadia. Print 1) Holden New Zealand Ltd., Company Number 1602 (New Zealand) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Contents Introduction ...... 2 In Brief ...... 5 Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 22 Seats and Restraints ...... 46 Storage ...... 73 Instruments and Controls ...... 79 Lighting ...... 116 Infotainment System ...... 125 Climate Controls ...... 178 Driving and Operating ...... 187 Vehicle Care ...... 254 Service and Maintenance . . . . . 305 Technical Data ...... 307 Customer Information ...... 314 Index ...... 318 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
2 Introduction Introduction Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Introduction 3 Introduction . Directional data, e.g. left or right, or front or back, always relate to Caution This Owner s Manual provides you ’ the direction of travel. with all the necessary information to Text marked Caution provides enable you to drive your vehicle . For a complete list of the information on possible damage safely and efficiently. registered trademarks contained to the vehicle. Disregarding this in this manual Trademarks and Make sure your passengers are information may lead to vehicle Licence Agreements 0 169 or aware of the possible risk of damage. Trademarks and Licence accident and injury which may result Agreements 0 314. from improper use of the vehicle. Symbols Danger, Warning, and Using this Manual Page references are indicated Caution 0 . This manual describes all with . options and features available This indicates 'see page'. for this model. Certain { Danger descriptions, including those for display and menu Text marked { Danger provides functions, may not apply to information on risk of fatal injury. your vehicle due to model Disregarding this information may variant. endanger life. . The In Brief section will give you an initial overview. . The table of contents at the { Warning beginning of this manual and within each chapter shows Text marked { Warning where the information is located. provides information on risk of . The index will enable you to accident or injury. Disregarding search for specific information. this information may lead to injury. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
4 Introduction 2 NOTES Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
In Brief 5 In Brief Getting Started ...... 20
Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...... 6 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...... 8 Stop/Start System ...... 8 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...... 8 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 8 Door Locks ...... 9 Liftgate ...... 10 Windows ...... 10 Seat Adjustment ...... 11 Memory Features ...... 12 Second Row Seats ...... 13 Third Row Seats ...... 13 Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . 13 Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 14 Seat Belts ...... 14 Mirror Adjustment ...... 15 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 15 Interior Lighting ...... 16 Exterior Lighting ...... 17 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 17 Climate Controls ...... 19 Transmission ...... 19 Parking ...... 20 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
6 In Brief Instrument Panel Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
In Brief 7 1. Electronic Climate Control 12. Steering Wheel Adjustment Auxiliary Jack 0 139. System 0 178. 0 80 (Out of View). 2. Infotainment System. See 13. Cruise Control 0 206. 0 Overview 125. Adaptive Cruise Control 0 210 3. Light Sensor. See Automatic (If Equipped). 0 Headlamp System 119. Forward Collision Alert (FCA) 4. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 81. System 0 230. Rear Window Wiper/Washer Speed Limiter 0 208. 0 83. 14. Heated and Ventilated Front 5. Instrument Cluster 0 89. Seats 0 54 (If Equipped). 6. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn 15. Shift Lever. See Automatic and Lane-Change Signals Transmission 0 196. 0 120. 16. Electric Parking Brake 0 200. High Beam Assist. See Exterior 17. Power Outlets 0 84. Lamp Controls 0 116. 18. Driver Mode Control 0 205. 7. Air Vents 0 185. 0 Traction Control/Electronic 8. Exterior Lamp Controls 116. Stability Control 0 202. Instrument Panel Illumination 0 19. Hazard Warning Flashers Control 121. 0 120. 9. Bonnet Release. See Bonnet Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 242. 0 257. Parking Assist 0 225. 10. Steering Wheel Controls 0 80. 0 Advanced Parking Assist 11. Horn 81. 0 229. 20. USB Port 0 135. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
8 In Brief Initial Drive Remote Keyless Entry Lock and unlock feedback can also be personalised. See Vehicle Information (RKE) System Personalisation 0 110. This section provides a brief The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) 7 : Press and release one time to overview about some of the transmitter may be used to lock and initiate vehicle locator. unlock the doors from up to 60 m important features that may be fitted 7 to your vehicle. from the vehicle. Press and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press For more detailed information, refer again to cancel the panic alarm. to each of the features which can be found later in this owner's manual. b : If equipped, press twice quickly to open or close the liftgate. Stop/Start System Press once to stop the liftgate from moving. The vehicle has a fuel saving See Keys 0 22 and Remote Keyless engine Stop/Start system to shut off Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 23. the engine (perform an Auto Stop) and help conserve fuel and reduce emissions when the vehicle is at a Remote Vehicle Start standstill, e.g. at traffic lights. If equipped, the engine can be When conditions allow, the vehicle started from outside of the vehicle. is at a complete stop and the brake Q : Press to lock all doors and the Starting the Vehicle pedal is pressed, the engine may fuel door. turn off. 1. Press and release Q on the K : Press to unlock the driver's When the brake pedal is released, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) door, or all doors depending on the transmitter. or the accelerator pedal is pushed, vehicle personalisation settings. The the engine will restart. fuel door will also unlock. 2. Immediately press and hold / See Starting the Engine 0 193. for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
In Brief 9 When the engine starts, the park . Press the button on a door Keyless Entry lamps will turn on. The vehicle's handle when the RKE doors will be locked. transmitter is within 1 m of the Unlock the vehicle and press the door handle. See “Keyless ENGINE START/STOP button Entry” further in this section. before driving. . Use the mechanical key. The key lock cylinder is covered with Remote start running time can be 0 extended. a cap. See Door Locks 29. To lock or unlock the vehicle from Cancelling a Remote Start the inside, use the power door lock To cancel a remote start, do one of switch. the following: Power Door Locks . Press and hold / until the park lamps turn off. Press the button on a door handle . Turn on the hazard warning when the RKE transmitter is within flashers. 1 m of the door handle. When unlocking from the driver's door, the . Press the ENGINE START/ first press unlocks that door; press STOP button twice. again within five seconds to unlock See Remote Vehicle Start 0 28. all passenger doors. This can be changed. See Remote Keyless Door Locks Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 23. To lock or unlock the vehicle from the outside: . Press or K on the Remote Q K : Press to unlock the doors. Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Q : Press to lock the doors. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
10 In Brief Liftgate See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Press any liftgate button or the System Operation 0 23. touch pad while the liftgate is Use the pull-cup to lower and close moving to stop it. Pressing again reverses the direction. the liftgate. Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate. This To close, press l on the bottom will cause the liftgate to be of the liftgate next to the pull-cup. unlatched. To disable the power liftgate Power Liftgate Operation function, select OFF on the liftgate switch. If equipped with a power liftgate, the switch is on the driver's door. The vehicle may also have a The vehicle must be in P (Park). hands-free liftgate operation. See Liftgate 0 33. Choose the power liftgate mode by selecting MAX or 3/4 on the driver's To unlock the liftgate either: door switch. Windows . Press K on the Remote Keyless Either: Entry (RKE) transmitter to unlock . Press 8 on the driver's door all doors. Depending on the switch. The driver's door must personalisation setting, two be unlocked. presses may be needed. . On the RKE transmitter, press . Have the RKE transmitter within b twice quickly until the gate 1 m of the rear of the vehicle. lift starts moving. . Press K on the interior door lock . Have the RKE transmitter within switch. 1 m of the rear of the vehicle To open the liftgate, press the touch and press the touch pad on the pad on the bottom of the liftgate bottom of the liftgate. and lift up. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
In Brief 11 Power windows work when the To adjust a manual seat: Reclining Seat Backs ignition is on, in Accessory mode, 1. Pull the handle at the front of or when Retained Accessory Power the seat. (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 195. 2. Slide the seat to the desired position and release the Using the window switch, press to handle. open or pull to close the window. 3. Try to move the seat back and The windows may be temporarily forth to be sure it is locked in disabled if they are used repeatedly place. within a short time. See Power Windows 0 42. Seat Height Adjuster Seat Adjustment Manual Front Seats To recline the manual seat back: 1. Lift the lever. 2. Move the seat back to the desired position, then release the lever to lock the seat back in place. 3. Push and pull on the seat back to make sure it is locked.
Move the lever up or down to manually raise or lower the seat. See Seat Adjustment 0 49. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
12 In Brief To return the seat back to an upright To adjust a power driver seat, To recline a power seat back, position: if equipped: if equipped: 1. Lift the lever fully without . Move the seat forward or . Tilt the top of the control applying pressure to the seat rearward by sliding the control rearward to recline. back, and the seat back returns forward or rearward. . Tilt the top of the control forward to the upright position. . Raise or lower the front part of to raise. 2. Push and pull on the seat back the seat cushion by moving the See Reclining Seatbacks 0 51. to make sure it is locked. front of the control up or down. See Reclining Seatbacks 0 51. . Raise or lower the entire seat by Memory Features moving the rear of the control up Power Driver Seat or down. See Power Seat Adjustment 0 50.
If equipped, memory seats allow two drivers to save and recall their unique seat positions for driving the vehicle, and a shared exit position Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
In Brief 13 for getting out of the vehicle. Other See Memory Seats 0 52. Third Row Seats feature positions may also be saved, such as power mirrors. Second Row Seats The third row seat backs can be raised to create additional seating Memory positions are linked to RKE positions, or folded to increase load transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic space. See Third Row Seats 0 58. memory recalls. Before saving, adjust all available Heated and Ventilated memory feature positions. Turn the Seats ignition on and then press and release SET; a beep will sound. Then immediately press and hold 1, 2, or B (Exit) until two beeps sound. To manually recall these positions, press and hold 1, 2, or B until the saved position is reached. The second row seat can be folded forward to access the third row. Pull When Seat Entry Memory is the handle on top of the seat enabled in vehicle personalisation, forward and pull the seat forward. positions previously saved to memory buttons 1 or 2 are recalled The second row seat backs can when the ignition is changed from also be folded flat and reclined. See Heated and Ventilated Seat off to on or Accessory mode. Rear Seats 0 56. Buttons Shown, Heated Seat Buttons Similar When Seat Exit Memory is enabled in vehicle personalisation, the If equipped, the buttons are near the feature automatically recalls the climate controls on the instrument previously saved exit position when panel. To operate, the engine must exiting the vehicle. be running. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
14 In Brief Press I or +, if available, to heat Head Restraint Seat Belts the driver or passenger Adjustment seatback only. Do not drive until the head restraints Press J or z to heat the driver or for all occupants are installed and passenger cushion and seatback. adjusted properly. Press C or {, if available, to To achieve a comfortable seating ventilate the driver or passenger position, change the seatback seat. A ventilated seat has a fan recline angle as little as necessary that pulls or pushes air through the while keeping the seat and the head seat. The air is not cooled. restraint height in the proper position. Press the button once for the 0 highest setting. With each press of See Head Restraints 46 and Seat 0 the button, the seat will change to Adjustment 49. the next lower setting, and then to Pull the metal tongue across your the off setting. The indicator lights body and insert it into the buckle next to the buttons indicate three for until it clicks into place. the highest setting and one for the The belt should not be twisted. lowest. If the front heated seats are It should lie flat and fit firmly across on high, the level may automatically your hips. be lowered after approximately 30 minutes. To remove, press the release button on the buckle and allow the seat See Heated and Ventilated Front belt to retract. Seats 0 54. See How to Wear Seat Belts The heated and ventilated front Properly 0 60. seats can also be programmed to come on during a remote start. See Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
In Brief 15 Mirror Adjustment Exterior Mirrors Steering Wheel Interior Mirror Adjustment Adjust the rear view mirror for a { Warning clear view of the area behind your vehicle. Do not attempt to adjust the Manual Rear view Mirror steering wheel while driving. If equipped, push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for night-time use to avoid glare of the headlamps from behind. Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror To adjust a mirror: If equipped, the mirror will automatically reduce the glare of the 1. Press } or | to choose the headlamps from behind. The driver or passenger mirror. dimming feature comes on when the 2. Press the arrows on the control vehicle is started. pad to move each mirror in the See Automatic Dimming Rearview desired direction. Mirror 0 41. See Power Mirrors 0 40. To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Move the lever down. 2. To adjust, move the steering wheel up or down. 3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
16 In Brief 4. Push the lever up to lock the To operate, press the following steering wheel in place. buttons: Ensure the steering wheel is j OFF : Press to turn off the locked in position before dome lamps when a door is open. driving. An indicator light on the button will turn on when the dome lamp Interior Lighting override is activated. Press j OFF again to deactivate this feature Dome Lamp and the indicator light will turn off. The dome lamps will come on when doors are opened. + ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome Front Reading Lamps lamps on manually. Press the lamp lenses to turn the Reading Lamps front reading lamps on or off. There are front and rear reading lamps on the overhead console and in the headliner. These lamps come on when any door is opened.
The dome lamp is in the overhead console. Rear Reading Lamps Press the buttons to turn the rear passenger reading lamps on or off. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
In Brief 17 For more information on interior ; : Turns on the park lamps HI : Fast wipes. lighting, see Instrument Panel including all lamps, except the LO : Slow wipes. Illumination Control 0 121. headlamps. 5 Exterior Lighting : Turns on the headlamps together with the park lamps and instrument panel lights. See: . Exterior Lamp Controls 0 116 . Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 0 118 . Fog Lamps 0 120 INT : Intermittent wipes. Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or Windshield Wiper/Washer down for less frequent wipes. The exterior lamp control is on the OFF : Turns the system off. instrument panel on the outboard Intermittent Wipers side of the steering column. 1X : Single wipe. Briefly move the wiper lever down. For several There are four positions. wipes, hold the wiper lever down. O : Turns the exterior lamps off and f : Pull the windscreen wiper deactivates the AUTO mode. Turn lever toward you to spray to O again to reactivate the windscreen washer fluid and AUTO mode. activate the wipers. AUTO : Turns the exterior lamps on and off automatically depending on outside lighting. With the ignition on or in Accessory mode, move the windscreen wiper lever to select the wiper speed. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
18 In Brief Rain Sensing Wipers AUTO : Rain sensing is on. OFF : Turns the system off. Automatic wipes with the rain INT : Intermittent wipes. sensor. Turn the band up for higher sensitivity or down for lower ON : Slow wipes. sensitivity. 1 : Push the windscreen wiper OFF : Turns the system off. lever forward to spray washer fluid on the rear window. The lever 1X : Single wipe. Briefly move the automatically returns to its original wiper lever down. For several position when released. wipes, hold the wiper lever down. See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 81 f : Pull the windscreen wiper and Rear Window Wiper/Washer With the ignition on or in Accessory lever toward you to spray 0 83. mode, move the windscreen wiper windscreen washer fluid and lever to select the wiper speed. activate the wipers. HI : Fast wipes. Rear Window Wiper/Washer LO : Slow wipes.
Turn the end of the windscreen wiper lever to operate the rear window wiper/washer. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
In Brief 19 Climate Controls Transmission The vehicle's heating, cooling, and ventilation can be controlled with these Automatic Transmission systems.
P: Park. 1. Passenger Temperature 8. Rear Window Demister R: Reverse. Control 9. Power Button N: Neutral. 2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 10. Air Recirculation D: Drive. 3. Air Delivery Mode Controls 11. AUTO (Automatic Operation) L: Electronic Range Select (ERS) mode. ERS, or manual mode, 4. Fan Control See Electronic Climate Control allows for the selection of the range 5. Defrost System 0 178. of gear positions. Use this mode 6. Driver Temperature Control For information about using the rear when driving downhill or towing a climate controls, see Rear Climate trailer to limit the top gear and 7. SYNC (Synchronised 0 Temperature) Control System 183. vehicle speed. See Manual Mode 0 197. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
20 In Brief A shift position indicator within the (with the RKE transmitter within Getting Started instrument cluster will display a 1 m of the door handle) to lock number next to the L when using all doors. Before Driving Off the ERS mode, indicating the Note 1. Close and secure all doors. maximum gear allowed for the range selected. The engine fan may keep running 2. Position the seat for for several minutes after the ignition comfortable driving. The vehicle has an automatic has been turned off. This is normal. transmission shift lock control See Seat Position 0 49. system. You must press the brake { Warning 3. Adjust the rear view mirrors. pedal and then press the shift lever See Power Mirrors 0 40. button before shifting from P when Be careful where you park or the ignition is on. See Automatic drive. As with any vehicle, do not 4. Fasten the seat belts. Transmission 0 196. park or operate the vehicle in See Three-Point Seat Belt 0 60. areas where combustible 5. Check the instrument cluster Parking materials such as dry grass or indicators illuminate when leaves can come in contact with a 1. Apply the electric park brake. turning the ignition on and go Check the indicator illuminates hot exhaust system. off once the engine is started. in the instrument cluster. Exhaust gases are hazardous, See Instrument Cluster 0 89. 2. Select P (Park). especially if they concentrate in 3. Close all windows, as desired. closed rooms. 4. Turn the ignition off, remove Never leave the engine running in the Remote Keyless Entry an enclosed space such as a (RKE) transmitter and exit the closed garage or underground vehicle. car park. 5. Press the Q button on the RKE transmitter, or press the lock/ unlock button on a door handle Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
In Brief 21 Starting the Engine { Warning
Do not switch the engine off while the vehicle is moving as there will not be any power assist for the brakes.
To turn the engine off when vehicle is stationary, press the ENGINE START/STOP button briefly. Apply the parking brake and engage P. See Ignition Positions 0 191 and Starting the Engine 0 193. The vehicle has an ENGINE START/STOP button. Press the brake pedal and move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). Do not operate the accelerator pedal. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button briefly: an automatic starter control procedure operates with a short delay until the engine is running. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 41 Keys and Locks Interior Mirrors Windows Interior Rear view Mirrors ...... 41 Keys Manual Rearview Mirror ...... 41 Automatic Dimming Rearview { Warning Keys and Locks Mirror ...... 41 Keys ...... 22 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Windows Leaving children in a vehicle with System ...... 23 Windows ...... 42 a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Power Windows ...... 42 transmitter is dangerous and System Operation ...... 23 Sun Visors ...... 44 children or others could be Remote Vehicle Start ...... 28 seriously injured or killed. They Door Locks ...... 29 Roof could operate the power windows Delayed Locking ...... 31 Sunroof ...... 44 or other controls or make the Automatic Door Locks ...... 31 vehicle move. The windows will Lockout Protection ...... 31 function with the RKE transmitter Safety Locks ...... 32 in the vehicle, and children or Doors others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave Liftgate ...... 33 children in a vehicle with an RKE Vehicle Security transmitter. Vehicle Alarm System ...... 38 Immobiliser Operation ...... 39 A mechanical key that is part of the Exterior Mirrors Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Convex Mirrors ...... 40 transmitter can be used in an Power Mirrors ...... 40 emergency for the driver's door lock. Folding Mirrors ...... 41 See “Emergency Door Key Lock Heated Mirrors ...... 41 Access” in Door Locks 0 29. Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . 41 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 23 . Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. . Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section. . If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service. Remote Keyless Entry Remove the mechanical key by pressing the button on the side of (RKE) System Operation The following may be available: the RKE transmitter near the bottom The keyless entry system allows for : Press to lock all doors and the and pull the key out. Never pull the vehicle entry when the Remote Q key out without pressing the button. fuel filler door. The turn signal Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is indicators may flash and/or the horn See your dealer if a new transmitter within 1 m of the vehicle. See may sound on the second press to is needed. “Keyless Entry Operation” further in indicate locking. this section. Remote Keyless Entry The RKE transmitter functions may If the driver's door is open when Q (RKE) System work up to 60 m away from the is pressed and Open Door Anti vehicle. Lockout is enabled, all doors will If there is a decrease in the Remote lock and then the driver's door will Keyless Entry (RKE) operating Conditions can affect the immediately unlock. See Vehicle range: performance of the transmitter. See Personalisation 0 110. If the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) passenger door is open when is . Check the distance. The System 0 23. Q transmitter may be too far from pressed, all doors lock. the vehicle. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
24 Keys, Doors, and Windows When locking the vehicle at night, If equipped, pressing and holding K the RKE transmitter from your some lamps come on for an will open all of the windows, pocket, purse or briefcase, etc. The adjustable period to light your way. if enabled. See Vehicle RKE transmitter should be within 0 See Exit Lighting 122. Personalisation 0 110. 1 m of the liftgate or door being opened. Pressing Q may also arm the / : Remote vehicle start. Allows theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle the engine to be started from Keyless entry can be programmed Alarm System 0 38. outside the vehicle using the RKE to unlock all doors on the first lock/ unlock press from the driver's door. K : Press to unlock the driver's transmitter. See Remote Vehicle 0 0 See Vehicle Personalisation 110. door and the fuel filler door. Press Start 28. again within five seconds to unlock 7 : Press and release one time to Keyless Unlocking/Locking from all doors. initiate vehicle locator. The exterior the Driver's Door The RKE transmitter can be lamps flash and the horn chirps programmed to unlock all doors on three times. Press and hold 7 for the first button press. See Vehicle three seconds to sound the panic Personalisation 0 110. alarm. The horn sounds and the When remotely unlocking the indicator lamps flash for vehicle at night some lamps come 30 seconds, or until 7 is pressed on for about 30 seconds to light again or the vehicle is started. your approach to the vehicle. See : Press twice quickly to open or 0 b Entry Lighting 122. The turn signal close the liftgate. indicators may flash to indicate unlocking. Press once to stop the liftgate from moving. Pressing K will disarm the theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Keyless Entry Operation When the doors are locked and the RKE transmitter is within 1 m of the Alarm System 0 38. With the keyless entry system, you driver's door handle, pressing the can lock and unlock the doors and lock/unlock button on the driver's access the gate without removing lift door handle will unlock the driver's Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 25 door. If the lock/unlock button is . Any vehicle door has opened three seconds. The indicator lamps pressed again within five seconds, and all doors are now closed. will flash twice quickly to indicate all passenger doors will unlock. access is enabled. Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking Pressing the lock/unlock button will of Exterior Door Handles and Passive Locking cause all doors to lock if any of the Liftgate following occur: The vehicle will lock several If equipped, keyless unlocking of the seconds after all doors are closed if . It has been more than exterior door handles and liftgate the vehicle is off and at least one five seconds since the first lock/ can be disabled and enabled. RKE transmitter has been removed unlock button press. Disabling Keyless Unlocking: or none remain in the interior. . Two lock/unlock button presses With the vehicle off, press and hold The fuel filler door will lock. were used to unlock all doors. Q and K on the RKE transmitter at If other electronic devices interfere . Any vehicle door has opened the same time for approximately with the RKE transmitter signal, the and all doors are now closed. three seconds. The indicator lamps vehicle may not detect the RKE Keyless Unlocking/Locking from will flash four times quickly to transmitter inside the vehicle. Passenger Doors indicate access is disabled. Using If passive locking is enabled, the any exterior handle to unlock the doors may lock with the RKE When the doors are locked and the doors or open the liftgate will cause transmitter inside the vehicle. Do RKE transmitter is within 1 m of the the indicator lamps to flash four not leave the RKE transmitter in an door handle, pressing the lock/ times quickly, indicating access is unattended vehicle. unlock button on that door handle disabled. If disabled, disarm the will unlock all doors. Pressing the To customise the doors to alarm system before starting the automatically lock when exiting the lock/unlock button will cause all vehicle. doors to lock if any of the following vehicle, see “Remote Lock, Unlock, Enabling Keyless Unlocking: Start” under Vehicle Personalisation occur: 0 With the vehicle off, press and hold 110. . The lock/unlock button was used K to unlock all doors. Q and on the RKE transmitter at the same time for approximately Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
26 Keys, Doors, and Windows Temporary Disable of Passive and the horn will chirp three times. Starting the Vehicle with a Low Locking This occurs only once each time the Transmitter Battery vehicle is driven. Temporarily disable passive locking When the vehicle is started and the by pressing and holding K on the To turn on or off, see Vehicle transmitter battery is weak, the DIC 0 interior door switch with a door open Personalisation 110. may display: for at least four seconds, or until Keyless Liftgate Opening . NO REMOTE DETECTED three chimes are heard. Passive locking will then remain disabled Press the touch pad on the liftgate . NO REMOTE KEY WAS handle to open the gate if the DETECTED. PLACE KEY IN until on the interior door is lift Q RKE transmitter is within 1 m. TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN pressed, or until the vehicle is START YOUR VEHICLE turned on. Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle A REPLACE BATTERY IN Remote Left in Vehicle Alert REMOTE KEY message may also If the vehicle is turned off and an Only RKE transmitters programmed display. to the vehicle will work. If a RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle, To start the vehicle: the horn will chirp three times after transmitter is lost or stolen, a all doors are closed. To turn on or replacement can be purchased and 1. Raise the centre console off, see Vehicle Personalisation programmed through your dealer. armrest. 0 110. The vehicle can be reprogrammed so that lost or stolen transmitters no Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert longer work. Each vehicle can have If the vehicle is on with a door open, up to eight transmitters matched to and then all doors are closed, the it. See your dealer for a vehicle will check for RKE replacement RKE transmitter. transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is not detected, the Driver Information Centre (DIC) will display NO REMOTE DETECTED Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 27
Caution
When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter.
To replace the battery:
2. Place the transmitter in the 2. Insert a flat, thin object in the transmitter pocket. centre of the transmitter to 3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or separate and remove the back N (Neutral), depress the brake cover. pedal and press the ENGINE START/STOP button. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible. Battery Replacement
Replace the battery in the 1. Press the button near the transmitter soon if the DIC displays bottom of the transmitter, and REPLACE BATTERY IN remove the key. Never pull the REMOTE KEY. key out without pressing the button. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
28 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Lift the battery with a flat If the vehicle has heated and 3. Unlock the vehicle and press object. ventilated front seats, they may the ENGINE START/STOP 4. Remove the battery. come on during a remote start. See button before driving. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats The engine will shut off after 5. Insert the new battery, positive 0 54. side toward the back cover. 15 minutes unless a run time Replace with a CR2032 or Certain conditions can affect the extension is performed, or the equivalent battery. performance of the transmitter. See ignition is turned on. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) 6. Snap the battery cover back on System 0 23. Extending Engine Run Time to the transmitter. Note For a 15 minute extension, after 30 seconds repeat Steps 1 and 2 Remote Vehicle Start Do not use the remote vehicle start while the engine is still running. The feature if the vehicle is low on fuel. remote start can be extended once. The vehicle may have this feature that allows you to start the engine Starting the Engine Using Remote When the remote start is extended, from outside the vehicle. Start the second 15 minutes will be added. / : This button will be on the RKE 1. Press and release Q on the transmitter if the vehicle has remote RKE transmitter. For example, if the engine has been start. / running for 15 minutes, and 2. Immediately press and hold 15 minutes are added, the engine The climate control system will use for at least four seconds or until will run for a total of 30 minutes. the previous settings during a the turn signal lamps flash. The remote start. The rear demist may turn signal lamps flashing A maximum of two remote starts or come on during remote start based confirms the request to remote a start with an extension are on cold ambient conditions. The start the vehicle has been allowed between ignition cycles. rear demist indicator light does not received. The vehicle must be started and come on during remote start. The park lamps will turn on and then turned off before the remote remain on as long as the start procedure can be used again. engine is running. The vehicle's doors will be locked. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 29 Cancelling a Remote Start . Two remote vehicle starts or a . Press the button on a door To cancel a remote start and turn off start with an extension have handle. See Remote Keyless the engine, do one of the following: already been used. Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 23. / . The vehicle is not in P (Park). . Press and hold until the park . Use the mechanical key in the lamps turn off. Door Locks driver's door. The key lock . Turn on the hazard warning cylinder is covered with a cap. To lock or unlock the doors from the flashers. See “Emergency Door Key Lock outside: Cylinder Access” further in this . Press the ENGINE START/ Section. STOP button twice. . Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. To lock or unlock the doors from the Conditions in Which Remote Start See Remote Keyless Entry inside: Will Not Work (RKE) System Operation 0 23. The remote vehicle start feature will not operate if: . A transmitter is in the vehicle. . The bonnet is not closed. . The hazard warning flashers are on. . There is an emission control system malfunction. . The engine coolant temperature is too high. . The oil pressure is low. . Press Q or K on the door lock switch to lock or unlock the doors. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
30 Keys, Doors, and Windows . Push down on the door lock 1. Pull the door handle (2) to the 2. Insert the two tabs (6) at the knob to lock a door. open position and hold it open back of the cap between the . Pull the door handle once to until cap removal is complete. seal (5) and the metal base (4). unlock the door. Pull the handle 2. Insert the key into the slot (3) again to unlatch it. on the bottom of the cap (1) and lift the key upward. Emergency Door Key Lock Cylinder Access 3. Move the cap rearward and remove. 4. Use the key in the cylinder. To replace the cap: 1. Pull the door handle to the open position and hold it open until cap installation is complete.
In a situation such as the RKE transmitter battery is depleted or there is a fault, the door can be unlocked / locked with the mechanical key. To access the driver door key lock cylinder: Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 31 3. Slide the cap forward and turned on in the Vehicle removed from the brake or the press the forward edge to Personalisation menu. See Vehicle vehicle speed becomes greater than install the cap in place. Personalisation 0 110. 13 km/h. 4. Release the door handle. When Q is pressed on the power To unlock the doors: 5. Check the cap is secure. door lock switch while the door is . Press K on an interior door lock open, a chime will sound three switch. Free-Turning Locks times indicating delayed locking is The door key lock cylinder turns active. . Shift the transmission into P (Park). freely when either the wrong key is The doors will lock automatically used, or the correct key is not fully five seconds after all doors are Automatic door unlocking can be inserted. The free-turning door lock closed. If a door is reopened before programmed. See Vehicle feature prevents the lock from being that time, the five-second timer will Personalisation 0 110. forced open. To reset the lock, turn reset when all doors are closed it to the vertical position with the again. Lockout Protection correct key fully inserted. Remove the key and insert it again. If this Press Q on the door lock switch If the ignition is on or in Accessory mode and the power door lock does not reset the lock, turn the key again or press on the RKE Q switch is pressed with the driver halfway around in the cylinder and transmitter to lock the doors door open, all the doors will lock repeat the reset procedure. immediately. and only the driver door will unlock. Delayed Locking Automatic Door Locks If the ignition is off and locking is This feature delays the locking of requested while a door is open, The doors will automatically lock when all doors are closed the the doors until five seconds after all when all doors are closed, the doors are closed. vehicle will check for RKE ignition is on, and the shift lever is transmitters inside. If an RKE Delayed locking can only be turned moved out of P (Park). transmitter is detected and the on when the Open Door If a vehicle door is unlocked and number of RKE transmitters inside Anti-Lockout has been turned off, then opened and closed, the doors and then Delayed Door Lock is will lock either when your foot is Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
32 Keys, Doors, and Windows has not reduced, the driver door will Safety Locks 4. Do the same for the other rear unlock and the horn will chirp three door if desired. Child Safety Locks times. To open a rear door when the safety Lockout Protection can be manually lock is on: overridden by pressing and holding 1. Unlock the doors. Q on the power door lock switch. 2. Open the door from the Open Door Anti-Lockout outside. If Open Door Anti-Lockout is turned When the child safety lock is on and the ignition is off, the driver enabled, it is not possible to open door is open, and locking is the rear door from the inside. requested, all the doors will lock and Cancel the safety locks to enable the driver door will remain unlocked. the doors to be opened from the Press the button again to lock the inside. driver door. The Open Door Anti-Lockout feature can be turned To cancel the safety lock: on or off. See Vehicle The rear door child safety locks 1. Unlock the doors and open the Personalisation 0 110. prevent passengers from opening rear door from the outside. the rear doors from inside the 2. Move the lever to the Unlock vehicle. position. Do the same for the The safety lock is on the inside other door as required. edge of the rear doors. To enable the safety lock: 1. Unlock the doors and open the rear door. 2. Move the lever to the Lock position. 3. Close the door. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 33 Doors See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Warning (Continued) System Operation 0 23. Liftgate . If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate, disable { Warning the power liftgate function. See Engine Exhaust 0 195. Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate open or ajar. Engine exhaust contains carbon Caution monoxide (CO), which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause To avoid damage to the liftgate or unconsciousness and even death. liftgate glass, make sure the area above and behind the liftgate is If the vehicle must be driven with clear before opening it. the liftgate open or ajar: To open the liftgate, press the touch pad on the bottom of the gate . Close all windows. lift Manual Liftgate handle and lift up. . Fully open the air outlets on To unlock the liftgate, either: Use the pull-cup to lower and close and under the instrument the gate. Do not press the touch panel. . Press K on the RKE transmitter lift pad while closing the gate. This to unlock all doors. Depending lift . Adjust the climate control will cause the gate to be on the personalisation setting, lift system to a setting that unlatched. brings in only outside air two presses may be needed. The liftgate has an electric latch. and set the fan speed to the . Have the RKE transmitter within If the battery is disconnected or has highest setting. See 1 m or the rear of the vehicle. low voltage, the liftgate will not “Climate Control Systems”. . Press K on the interior door lock open. The liftgate will resume (Continued) switch. operation when the battery is reconnected and charged. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
34 Keys, Doors, and Windows Always close the liftgate before garage door or roof-mounted driving. cargo. The liftgate can be manually opened all the way. Power Liftgate Operation . OFF: Opens manually only. { Warning To open the power liftgate, select MAX or 3/4 mode then either: You or others could be injured if caught in the path of the power . Press b twice quickly on the liftgate. Make sure there is no one RKE transmitter until the liftgate in the way of the liftgate as it is moves. opening and closing. . Press 8 on the driver's door. If equipped, the power liftgate The driver's door must be switch is on the driver's door. To unlocked. Caution operate, the vehicle must be in . Press the touch pad on the P (Park). The tail lamps flash when bottom of the liftgate after Driving with an open and the power liftgate moves. unlocking all doors. If the doors unsecured liftgate may result in Three power liftgate operating are locked, have the RKE damage to the power liftgate modes are available: transmitter within 1 m of the components. touch pad. . MAX: Opens to maximum height. . 3/4: Opens to a reduced height that can be set from 3/4 to fully open. Use this mode to prevent the liftgate from opening into overhead obstructions such as a Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 35 To close the power liftgate either: Pressing the touch pad on the messages and make sure the liftgate handle will restart the liftgate is closed and latched before motion, but only in the opening driving. direction. Falling Liftgate Detection Caution If the power liftgate automatically closes after a power opening cycle, Manually forcing the liftgate to it indicates that the system is open or close during a power reacting to excess weight on the cycle can damage the vehicle. liftgate or a possible support strut Allow the power cycle to failure. A repetitive chime will sound complete. while the falling liftgate detection feature is operating. Remove any excess weight. If the liftgate The power liftgate may be continues to automatically close . Press l on the bottom of the temporarily disabled under extreme after opening, see your dealer for liftgate next to the pull cup. low temperatures, or after repeated service before using the power power cycling over a short period of liftgate. . Press b twice quickly on the time. If this occurs, the liftgate can RKE transmitter until the liftgate still be operated manually. Interfering with the power liftgate moves. motion or manually closing the If the transmission is shifted out of liftgate too quickly after power . Press 8 on the driver's door. P (Park) while the power function is opening may resemble a support in progress, the liftgate will continue strut failure. This could also activate Press any liftgate button, the touch to completion. If the vehicle is the falling liftgate detection feature. pad, or b on the RKE transmitter accelerated before the liftgate has Allow the liftgate to complete its while the liftgate is moving to stop completed moving, the liftgate may operation and wait a few seconds it. Pressing any liftgate button or stop or reverse direction. Check for before manually closing the liftgate. pressing b twice quickly on the Driver Information Centre (DIC) RKE transmitter again restarts the operation in the reverse direction. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
36 Keys, Doors, and Windows Obstacle Detection Features Setting the 3/4 Mode Caution If the liftgate encounters an obstacle To change the position the liftgate during a power open or close cycle, stops at when opening: Attempting to move the liftgate the liftgate will automatically reverse 1. Select 3/4 mode and power too quickly and with excessive direction and move a short distance open the liftgate. force may result in damage to the away from the obstacle. After vehicle. removing the obstruction, the power 2. Stop the liftgate movement at liftgate operation can be used again. the desired height by pressing If the liftgate encounters multiple any liftgate button. Manually Operate the liftgate manually with a obstacles on the same power cycle, adjust the liftgate position if smooth motion and moderate the power function will deactivate. needed. speed. The system includes a After removing the obstructions, feature which limits the manual 3. Press and hold l next to the manually close the liftgate which will closing speed to protect the allow normal power operation pull cup on the outside of the components. functions to resume. liftgate until the turn signals flash and a beep sounds. This Hands-Free Operation If the vehicle is locked while the indicates the setting has been If equipped, the liftgate may be liftgate is closing, and an obstacle is recorded. operated with a kicking motion encountered that prevents the Note under the left side of the rear liftgate from completely closing, the bumper. horn will sound as an alert that the The liftgate cannot be set below a liftgate did not close. minimum programmable height. The RKE transmitter must be within If there is no light flash or sound, 1 m of the rear bumper to operate Pinch sensors are on the side then the height adjustment may be the power liftgate hands-free. edges of the liftgate. If an object is too low. caught between the liftgate and the The hands-free feature will not work vehicle and presses against a Manual Operation while the liftgate is moving. To stop sensor, the liftgate will reverse the liftgate while in motion use one Select OFF to manually operate the of the liftgate buttons. direction and open fully. The liftgate liftgate. will remain open until it is activated again or closed manually. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 37 The hands-free feature can be To operate, kick your foot straight up liftgate by another method or customised. See Vehicle in one swift motion under the left start the vehicle. The feature will Personalisation 0 110. side of the rear bumper, then pull it be re-enabled. back. The liftgate will commence When closing the liftgate using this operation after a short delay. feature, there will be a short delay. The tail lamps will flash and a chime Caution will sound. Step away from the liftgate before it starts moving. Splashing water may cause the liftgate to open. Keep the RKE transmitter away from the rear bumper detection area or turn the liftgate mode to OFF when cleaning or working near the rear bumper to avoid accidental Length of Kick Zone opening.
. Do not sweep your foot side to side. . Do not keep your foot under the bumper; the liftgate will not activate. . Do not touch the liftgate until it has stopped moving. . This feature may be temporarily disabled under some conditions. If the liftgate does not respond to the kick, open or close the Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
38 Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. The vehicle alarm system will not A door, the bonnet, or the liftgate arm if the doors are locked with the Vehicle Alarm System is open. mechanical key. Slow Flash : Alarm system is If the driver door is opened without This vehicle has an anti-theft alarm armed. first unlocking with the RKE system. transmitter or pressing a button on Arming the Alarm System an outside door handle while the 1. Turn off the vehicle. RKE transmitter is within 1 m of the door handle, the horn will chirp and 2. Lock the vehicle: the lights will flash to indicate . Using the RKE transmitter. pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not . Pressing the lock/unlock started, or the door is not unlocked button on an outside door by pressing K on the RKE handle while the RKE transmitter, or pressing a button on transmitter is within 1 m of an outside door handle while the the door handle. RKE transmitter is within 1 m of the door handle during the 10 second 3. After 30 seconds the alarm pre-alarm, the alarm will be system will arm, and the activated. indicator light will begin to The indicator light, on the slowly flash indicating the If another door, the bonnet, or the instrument panel near the alarm system is operating. liftgate is opened without first windscreen, indicates the status of disarming the system, the turn the system: Pressing Q on the RKE transmitter a second time will signals will flash and the horn will Off : Alarm system is disarmed. bypass the 30 second delay sound for about 30 seconds. The alarm system will then re-arm to On Solid : Vehicle is secured and immediately arm the alarm monitor for the next unauthorised during the delay to arm the system. system. event. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 39 Disarming the Alarm System How to Detect a Tamper the vehicle. If the transmitter is ever damaged, you may not be able to To disarm the alarm system or turn Condition start your vehicle. off the alarm if it has been activated: If K is pressed on the RKE . Press K on the RKE transmitter. transmitter and the horn chirps and the lights flash three times, an alarm . Press the lock/unlock button on occurred previously while the alarm an outside door handle while the system was armed. RKE transmitter is within 1 m of the door handle. If the alarm has been activated, a message will appear on the DIC. . Start the vehicle. When trying to start the vehicle, the To avoid setting off the alarm by Immobiliser Operation security light may come on briefly accident: when the ignition is turned on. This vehicle has a passive . Lock the vehicle after all immobiliser system. If the engine does not start and the occupants have left the vehicle security light stays on, there is a The system does not have to be and all doors are closed. problem with the system. Turn the manually armed or disarmed. ignition off and try again. Always unlock a door with the . The vehicle is automatically RKE transmitter or press a If the vehicle will not change ignition immobilised when the vehicle is button on an outside door modes, and the RKE transmitter turned off. handle while the RKE transmitter appears to be undamaged, try is within 1 m of the door handle. The immobilisation system is another transmitter. Alternatively, try disarmed when the engine is started placing the transmitter in the Unlocking the driver door with the or the ignition is in Accessory mode console pocket. Refer to “Starting mechanical key will not disarm the and a valid RKE transmitter is the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter system or turn off the alarm. present in the vehicle. Battery” in Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 23. The RKE transmitters are matched to your vehicle. Only a correctly matched RKE transmitter will start Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
40 Keys, Doors, and Windows If the ignition mode will not change Exterior Mirrors 1. Wide View Side with the other transmitter or in the 2. Convex Side pocket, your vehicle needs service. Convex Mirrors The driver outside mirror has two If the ignition does change modes, sides. The outboard side provides a the first transmitter may be faulty. { Warning wider field of view when viewing See your dealer who can service lanes that are next to the vehicle. the immobiliser system and have a A convex mirror can make things, The inboard side is convex shaped, new RKE transmitter programmed to like other vehicles, look further which is curved so that more can be the vehicle. away than they really are. If you seen from the driver seat. It is possible for up to eight cut too sharply into the next lane, The passenger side mirror is convex transmitters to be programmed for you could hit a vehicle that is shaped. the vehicle. To program additional driving next to you. Check the transmitters, see “Programming inside mirror or glance over your Power Mirrors Transmitters to the Vehicle” under shoulder before changing lanes. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 23. Do not leave RKE transmitters in the vehicle.
To adjust a mirror: Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 41 1. Press } or | to choose the Automatic Dimming Interior Mirrors driver or passenger mirror. Mirror 2. Press the arrows on the control If equipped, driver's exterior mirror Interior Rear view Mirrors pad to move each mirror in the automatic dimming reduces the Adjust the rear view mirror for a desired direction. glare of headlamps from behind. clear view of the area behind the vehicle. Folding Mirrors Reverse Tilt Mirrors Do not spray glass cleaner directly Push the mirror toward the vehicle If equipped with memory seats, the on the mirror. Use a soft towel to fold. Push the mirror outward to passenger and/or driver mirror tilts dampened with water. return it to its original position. to a preselected position when the Fold the mirrors inward to prevent vehicle is in R (Reverse). This Manual Rearview Mirror allows the curb to be seen when damage when going through an If equipped, push the tab forward for parallel parking. automatic car wash. daytime use and pull it rearward for Memory Mirrors The mirror(s) return to the original night-time use to avoid glare of the position when: headlamps from behind. The vehicle may have memory . The vehicle is shifted out of mirrors that operate in conjunction Automatic Dimming with the memory seat system. See R (Reverse), or remains in Memory Seats 0 52. R (Reverse) for about Rearview Mirror 30 seconds. If equipped, automatic dimming Heated Mirrors . The ignition is turned off. reduces the glare of headlamps K : Press to heat the mirrors. . The vehicle is driven in from behind. The dimming feature R (Reverse) above a set speed. comes on when the vehicle is See “Rear Window Demister” under started. Electronic Climate Control System To turn this feature on or off, see 0 178. Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
42 Keys, Doors, and Windows Windows Power Windows Power windows can be operated when the ignition is on, in Accessory mode, or when Retained { Warning { Warning Accessory Power (RAP) is active. Take care when operating the See Retained Accessory Power Never leave a child, a helpless (RAP) 0 195. adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, power windows. Risk of injury, especially with the windows particularly to children. Using the window switch, press to open or pull to close the window. closed in warm or hot weather. If there are children on the rear They can be overcome by the seat, switch on the child safety The windows may be temporarily extreme heat and suffer system for the power windows. disabled if they are used repeatedly permanent injuries or even death within a short time. from heat stroke. Keep a close watch on the windows when closing them. Auto Up/Down Ensure that nothing becomes All windows can be opened without The vehicle aerodynamics are trapped in them as they move. holding the window switch. Press designed to improve fuel economy the switch down fully and release to performance. This may result in a express open the window. pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front The driver's door window can be windows are up. To reduce the closed without holding the window sound, open either a front window switch. Pull the window switch up or the sunroof, if equipped. fully and release to express close the window. Briefly press or pull the window switch in the same direction to stop that window's express movement. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 43 Safety Function Child Safety Lockout Programming the Power The auto up feature will Windows automatically reverse window Programming may be necessary if movement if it comes in contact with the vehicle's battery has been an object. Extreme cold or ice could disconnected or discharged. If the cause the window to auto-reverse. window is unable to express-up, The window will operate normally program the window: after the object or condition is removed. 1. Close all doors. 2. Turn the ignition on or to Safety Function Override Accessory mode. { Warning 3. Partially open the window to be programmed, then close it and If automatic reversal system continue to pull the switch override is active, the window will This feature stops the rear door briefly after the window has passenger window switches from not reverse automatically. You or fully closed. functioning. others could be injured and the 4. Open the window and continue window could be damaged. . Press 2 to engage the rear to press the switch briefly after Before using automatic reversal window lockout feature. The the window has fully opened. system override, make sure that indicator light is on when Remote Window Operation all people and obstructions are engaged. clear of the window path. This feature allows all windows to . Press 2 again to disengage. be opened remotely. If enabled in vehicle personalisation, When the engine is on, override the automatic reversal system by pulling double-press and hold K on the and holding the window switch if RKE transmitter for several conditions prevent it from closing. seconds. See Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
44 Keys, Doors, and Windows Sun Visors Roof Slide Switch Express-Open/Express-Close : Sunroof Press and release D (1) to If equipped, the sunroof only express-open the sunroof. The operates when the ignition is on, in sunshade will not open automatically. Press and release Accessory mode, or Retained g Accessory Power (RAP) is active. (1) to express-close the See Ignition Positions 0 191 and sunroof. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) Open/Close (Manual Mode) : Fully 0 195. press D (1) to open the sunroof. Pull the sun visor down to block The sunshade will not automatically glare. Detach the sun visor from the open with the sunroof. Release to centre mount to pivot to the side stop at the desired position. Fully window and, if equipped, extend press g (1) to close the sunroof. along the rod. Release to stop at the desired position. Tilt Switch Vent Feature : Press E (2) to vent the sunroof. Press again and hold to open the sunroof. Release to stop at the desired position. The sunshade will not open automatically. Press 1. Sunroof Switch (SLIDE) g (2) to express-close the 2. Vent Switch (TILT) sunroof. Press again to stop the movement. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Keys, Doors, and Windows 45 The front sunshade can only be If an object is in the path while If water is seen dripping into the opened and closed manually. The express closing, the reversal system water drainage system, this is sunshade can be opened by will detect an object, stop, and open normal. pushing up on the handle, and the sunroof again. closed by pulling forward on the If frost or other conditions prevent handle until it latches. closing, override the feature by If equipped, the rear sunshade can closing the sunroof in manual mode. only be opened or closed manually. To stop movement, release the To open, press the latch button (if switch. equipped) on the handle while pushing up to unlatch it. The sunshade will retract to the open position. To close the sunshade, pull the handle forward until it latches. Do not try to close the sunshade while the sunroof is fully opened or in the vent position. The sunroof cannot be opened or closed if the vehicle has an Dirt and debris may collect on the electrical failure. sunroof seal or in the track. This Automatic Reversal System could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug The sunroof has an automatic the water drainage system. reversal system that is only active Periodically open the sunroof and when the sunroof is operated in remove any obstacles or loose express-close mode. debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
46 Seats and Restraints Airbag System Head Restraints Seats and Airbag System ...... 62 Restraints Front Airbag System ...... 63 Front Seats Side Airbag System ...... 64 Curtain Airbag System ...... 65 { Warning Head Restraints What Will You See after an Head Restraints ...... 46 Airbag Inflates? ...... 66 This safety feature is not intended Notices for Customer Installed as a headrest. It is solely for the Front Seats Equipment ...... 66 reduction of whiplash neck Seat Position ...... 49 Airbag System Check ...... 66 movement in an accident Seat Adjustment ...... 49 Replacing Airbag System Parts involving your vehicle. Power Seat Adjustment ...... 50 after a Crash ...... 66 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 51 The centre of the head restraint Reclining Seatbacks ...... 51 Child Restraints should be at eye level, never at Memory Seats ...... 52 Older Children ...... 67 neck level. Heated and Ventilated Front Infants and Young Children . . . . 68 Seats ...... 54 Child Restraint Systems ...... 69 Where to Put the Restraint . . . . . 70 The vehicle's front seats have Rear Seats Top Tether Anchor Fittings . . . . . 71 adjustable head restraints. Rear Seats ...... 56 Child Restraint Installation Third Row Seats ...... 58 Locations ...... 71 ISOFIX Child Restraint Seat Belts Systems ...... 72 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly ...... 60 Three-Point Seat Belt ...... 60 Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy ...... 61 Seat Belt Care ...... 61 Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash ...... 62 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 47 The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up to raise it. Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place.
Adjust the head restraint so the To raise or lower the head restraint, centre of the restraint is at eye level. press the button located on the side This position reduces the chance of of the head restraint, and pull up or a neck injury in a crash. push the head restraint down, and The height of the head restraint can release the button. Pull and push on be adjusted. the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is To lower the head restraint, press locked in place. the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head The front seat head restraints are restraint down. Try to move the not removable. head restraint after the button is Rear Seats released to make sure that it is locked in place. Second Row Seats The vehicle's rear seat has adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
48 Seats and Restraints
Warning (Continued)
drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
To reinstall the head restraint:
The vehicle's rear seat has an 2. Press both buttons on the head adjustable head restraint in the restraint posts at the same centre seating position that can be time, and pull up on the head adjusted the same way as the restraint. outboard head restraints. 3. Store the head restraint in a The rear outboard head restraints secure place. are not removable. Centre Head Restraint Removal { Warning and Reinstallation With head restraints that are not 1. Insert the head restraint posts To remove the second row centre installed and adjusted properly, into the holes in the top of the head restraint: there is a greater chance that seat back. The notches on the 1. Partially fold the seat back occupants will suffer a neck/ posts must face the left-hand side of the vehicle. forward. See Rear Seats 0 56 spinal injury in a crash. Do not for additional information. (Continued) 2. Push the head restraint down. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 49 If necessary, press the height Front Seats . Adjust the seat so that your legs adjustment release button to are slightly angled when against further lower the head restraint. Seat Position the pedals. 3. Try to move the head restraint . Adjust the backrest angle to to make sure that it is locked in easily reach the steering wheel place. { Warning with arms slightly bent. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 80. Third Row Seats To avoid reducing the effectiveness of seat belts, . Maintain contact between The vehicle's rear third row seats seatbacks should only be upright shoulders and the backrest have head restraints that cannot be when turning the steering wheel. adjusted up or down. They are also or at most semi-reclined when the not removable. vehicle is moving. . Adjust the head restraint. Head Restraints 0 46. The head restraints can be folded to allow for better visibility when the . Slide the passenger seat as far rear seats are unoccupied. back as possible. When folding the seatback down, the head restraint will automatically Seat Adjustment fold out of the way as the seat is folded down. { Warning Return the lowered head restraint to You can lose control of the the upright position until it locks into vehicle if you try to adjust a driver place. Push and pull on the head seat while the vehicle is moving. restraint to make sure it is locked. Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is not moving. . Sit centrally in the seat. . Use the backrest and cushion for support. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
50 Seats and Restraints Seat Height Adjuster
To adjust a manual seat: To adjust a power seat, if equipped: 1. Lift the handle at the front of . Move the seat forward or the seat cushion. Move the lever up or down to rearward by sliding the control manually raise or lower the seat. 2. Move the seat forward or forward or rearward. To adjust the seat back, see rearward to adjust the seat 0 . Raise or lower the front part of position. Reclining Seatbacks 51. the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down. 3. Release the handle to stop the Power Seat Adjustment seat from moving. . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the rear of the control up 4. Try to move the seat back and { Warning forth to be sure it is locked in or down. place. The power seats will work with To adjust the lumbar support, see the ignition off. Children could Lumbar Adjustment 0 51. operate the power seats and be To adjust the seat back, see injured. Never leave children Reclining Seatbacks 0 51. alone in the vehicle. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 51 Lumbar Adjustment 3. Push and pull on the seat back Warning (Continued) to make sure it is locked. injury to the person sitting there. To return the seat back to the Always push and pull on the upright position: seatbacks to be sure they are 1. Lift the lever fully without locked. applying pressure to the seat back, and the seat back will return to the upright position. 2. Push and pull on the seat back to make sure it is locked. Power Reclining Seat Backs
Press and hold the control forward to increase or rearward to decrease support. Reclining Seatbacks Manual Reclining Seat Backs To recline the seat back: { Warning 1. Lift the lever. 2. Move the seat back to the If either seatback is not locked, it desired position, and then could move forward in a sudden release the lever to lock the . Tilt the top of the control stop or crash. That could cause seat back in place. rearward to recline. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
52 Seats and Restraints . Tilt the top of the control forward 2. Start the vehicle with the other to raise. { Warning RKE transmitter in the vehicle. The DIC should display the Memory Seats Before moving the seat, ensure driver number not shown in the path both in front of and Step 1, e.g. '2'. behind the seat is clear of obstructions. Saving Memory Positions Read these instructions completely before saving memory positions. The SET, 1, 2 and B (Exit) buttons are used to manually save and To save preferred driving positions recall memory settings. For seat 1 and 2: entry memory recalls, the positions 1. Turn the ignition to on or are also linked to RKE transmitter 1 Accessory mode. or 2. A DIC welcome message may Identifying Driver Number be displayed indicating number To identify the driver number: 1 or 2 for memory recalls. If equipped, the memory seat 1. Start the vehicle with one RKE 2. Adjust the driver's seat and function allows two drivers to save transmitter in the vehicle. The exterior mirrors to the desired and recall their unique seat position DIC should display the driver driving position. for driving the vehicle, and a shared number; e.g. '1'. 3. Press and release SET; a beep exit position for getting out of the will sound. vehicle. The position of the exterior Turn the ignition off and mirrors may also be saved. remove the RKE transmitter 4. Immediately press and hold the from the vehicle. 1 or 2 memory button matching the above DIC welcome message until two beeps sound. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 53 If too much time passes To stop manual recall movement, To stop the movement, turn the between releasing SET and release 1, 2, or B. Recall can also ignition off or press any of the pressing 1 or 2, the memory be stopped by pressing a power following controls: position will not be saved and seat control or SET. . Power seat the two beeps will not sound. Repeat Steps 3 and 4. Seat Entry Memory . Memory SET, 1, 2, or B 1 or 2 corresponds to the driver If the RKE transmitter is 1 or 2, and . Power mirror, with the driver or number. See “Identifying Driver Seat Entry Memory is enabled in passenger side selected Number” previously in this vehicle personalisation, the section. positions saved to the If the saved memory seat position corresponding memory button 1 or 2 does not automatically recall, 5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for the are automatically recalled when the or recalls to the wrong positions, the second driver using 1 or 2 and ignition is turned on, or turned from driver's RKE transmitter number (1 the other RKE transmitter. off to Accessory mode. Seat entry or 2) may not match the memory button number that positions were To save positions for B seat exit memory recalls can only be saved saved to. Try saving the position to memory, repeat Steps 1–4 using to two RKE transmitters. B the other memory button or try the , this time though, adjust the seat If required, to enable seat entry other RKE transmitter. to a desirable position for getting out memory, see Vehicle of the vehicle. Also See “Seat Exit Personalisation 0 110. Seat Exit Memory Memory” further in the Section. The transmission must be in Seat exit memory is not linked to an Save preferred memory feature P (Park) to initiate a seat entry RKE transmitter. The position saved positions to both 1 and 2 if you are memory recall. The seat entry to B is used for all drivers. To the only driver. memory operation will complete if enable Seat Exit Memory, see 0 Manually Recalling Memory the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) Vehicle Personalisation 110. Positions prior to reaching the saved position. Press and hold button 1, 2, or B to recall the desired previously saved memory positions. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
54 Seats and Restraints If enabled, the position saved to B Heated and Ventilated is automatically recalled when one Front Seats of the following occurs: . The vehicle is turned off and the { Warning driver door is opened within a short time. If you cannot feel temperature . The vehicle is turned off with the change or pain to the skin, the driver door open. seat heater may cause burns. To reduce the risk of burns, people To stop seat movement, during with such a condition should use operation press any of the following care when using the seat heater, memory controls: especially for long periods of If equipped, the switches are near . Power seat time. Do not place anything on the climate controls on the the seat that insulates against . Memory SET, 1, 2, or B instrument panel. To operate, the heat, such as a blanket, cushion, engine must be running. . Power mirror, with the driver or cover, or similar item. This may passenger side mirror selected cause the seat heater to Note Heated and ventilated seat switches Obstructions overheat. An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may shown; heated seat only switches If an object is obstructing the driver damage the seat. similar seat while recalling a memory position, the recall may stop. Do not fit any seat cover (except Press I or + if available, to heat Remove the obstruction and try the genuine Holden accessory the driver or passenger recall again. If the memory position covers) to heated seats. seatback only. still does not recall, see your dealer. Press J or z if available, to heat the driver or passenger cushion and seatback. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 55 Press C or { if available, to automatically activate the heated or outside, the heated seats will turn ventilate the driver or passenger ventilated seats at the level required on. When it is hot outside, the seat. A ventilated seat has a fan by the vehicle's interior temperature. ventilated seats turn on. that pulls or pushes air through the The active high, medium, low, or off The heated or ventilated seats are seat. The air is not cooled. heated or ventilated seat level will cancelled when the ignition is turned When a heated seat is turned on, be indicated by the manual heated on. Press the heated or ventilated the indicator on the switch turns red. and ventilated seat switches on the seat switch to use the heated or When a ventilated seat is turned on, instrument panel. Use the manual ventilated seats after the vehicle is the indicator on the switch heated and ventilated seat switches started. turns blue. on the instrument panel to turn The heated or ventilated seat auto-heated or ventilated seats off. Press the switch once for the indicator lights do not turn on during highest setting. With each press of If the passenger seat is unoccupied, a remote start. the switch, the seat will change to the auto-heated or ventilated seats The temperature performance of an the next lower setting, and then to feature will not activate that seat. unoccupied seat may be reduced. the off setting. The indicator lights The auto-heated and ventilated This is normal. next to the switches indicate three seats feature can be programmed to for the highest setting and one for The remote start heated or always be enabled when the vehicle ventilated seats may be enabled or the lowest. If the front heated seats is on. disabled in the vehicle are on high, the level may 0 automatically be lowered after See Vehicle Personalisation 110. personalisation menu. See Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. approximately 30 minutes. Remote Vehicle Start Heated and The passenger seat may take Ventilated Seats longer to heat up. During a remote vehicle start, the heated or ventilated seats, Auto-Heated and Ventilated Seats if equipped, can be turned on If the vehicle is equipped with automatically. When it is cold auto-heated or ventilated seats, and the ignition is on, this feature will Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
56 Seats and Restraints Rear Seats the vehicle through the rear door 2. Lift the lever below the seat and left the vehicle without the cushion and slide the seat Rear Seat Reminder vehicle being shut off. forward or backward. If equipped, the message Rear Seat The feature can be turned on or off. 3. Push and pull on the seatback Reminder Look In Rear Seat See Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. to ensure the seat is locked in place. displays under certain conditions Rear Seat Adjustment indicating there may be an item or Entering and Exiting the passenger in the rear seat. Check The second row seats can slide before exiting the vehicle. forward for more room. Third Row This feature will activate when a { Warning second row door is opened while the vehicle is on, or up to Using the third row seating 10 minutes before the vehicle is position while the second row is turned on. There will be an alert folded could cause injury in a when the vehicle is turned off. The sudden stop or crash. Return the alert does not directly detect objects seat to the passenger seating in the rear seat; instead, under position. Push and pull on the certain conditions, it detects when a rear door is opened and closed, seat to make sure it is locked into indicating there may be something place. in the rear seat. The feature is active only once each time the vehicle is turned on and off, To adjust the seat position: { Warning and will require reactivation by 1. Remove objects on the floor in opening and closing the second row front of or on the second row If the seatback and floor latches doors. There may be an alert even seat, or in the seat tracks on are not locked, the seat could when there is nothing in the rear the floor. move forward in a sudden stop or seat; for example, if a child entered (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 57 4. Check that the seat belt is not Warning (Continued) under the seat cushion. crash and injure the occupant. Reclining the Seatbacks Always push and pull on the To recline the seatbacks: seatbacks to be sure the seatback and floor latches are locked.
Caution
Folding a rear seat with the seat 3. Pull the handle on top of the belts still fastened may cause seat forward and pull the seat damage to the seat or the seat forward. belts. Always unbuckle the seat belts and return them to their Returning the Seat to the normal stowed position before Seating Position folding a rear seat. To return the second row seat to its 1. Leaning rearward in the seat, normal seating position: pull the reclining seatback handle. To access the third row: 1. Remove objects on the floor 2. Move the seat back to the 1. Remove objects on the floor in behind the second row seat or in the seat tracks on the floor. desired position, and then front of or on the second row release the handle to lock the seat, or in the seat tracks on 2. Push on the seatback until the seat back in place. the floor. seat is locked into place. 3. Push and pull on the seat back 2. Make sure the seat belt is 3. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. unfastened and in the stowed and seat cushion to make sure position. they are locked in place. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
58 Seats and Restraints Folding the Seatbacks into place. Push and pull on the Third Row Seats seat back to make sure it is locked. Push on the head restraint to return it to the upright, locked position. { Warning Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or pushed forward in the entry position, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place.
To fold the second row seatbacks: Raising the Seat to the Seating 1. Remove any objects on or Position under the seat. The second row seatbacks can also To raise the seatback to the seating 2. To enable a flat floor when be folded forward by pulling the position: folding the left-hand portion of levers on the left-hand side of the the seatback, remove the rear cargo area. The top lever folds 1. From the rear of the vehicle, centre head restraint and store the left-hand side seatback and the raise the seatback to the it in a secure place. See Head bottom lever folds the right-hand upright position using the strap Restraints 0 46. side seatback. on the back of the third row seat, or lift the seatback and 3. Pull forward on the reclining push it into place from inside seatback handle. the vehicle. To return the seatback to the seating position, lift the seatback and push it rearward until it locks Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 59 Folding the Seat Back { Warning
If either seatback is not locked, it Caution could move forward in a sudden Folding a rear seat with the seat stop or crash. That could cause belts still fastened may cause injury to the person sitting there. damage to the seat or the seat Always push and pull on the belts. Always unbuckle the seat seatbacks to be sure they are belts and return them to their locked. normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked in 4. Pull the strap on the seatback. To fold the third row seatback: place. 5. Push the seatback forward to 1. Remove objects on the floor in lie flat. The head restraint will { Warning front of or on the second row automatically fold out of seat, or in the seat tracks on the way. A seat belt that is improperly the floor. routed, not properly attached, 6. Repeat for the other seatback, 2. If the second row seat is in the if necessary. or twisted will not provide the full rear position, adjust it protection needed in a crash. The forward to allow the third row person wearing the belt could be seat to fold fully flat. seriously injured. After raising the 3. Remove anything on or under rear seat back, always check to the seat. be sure that the seat belts are properly routed and attached, and are not twisted. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
60 Seats and Restraints Three-Point Seat Belt Seat Belts Warning (Continued) Fitting How to Wear Seat Belts Care should be taken to avoid Properly contamination of the webbing with polishes, oils and chemicals, and particularly battery acid. { Warning Belts should not be worn with Seat belts are designed to bear straps twisted. upon the bony structure of the Each belt assembly must only be body, and should be worn low used by one occupant; it is across the front of the pelvis or dangerous to put a belt around a the pelvis, chest and shoulders, child being carried on the as applicable; wearing the lap occupant's lap. section of the belt across the abdominal area must be avoided. No modifications or additions should be made by the user Seat belts should be adjusted as The belt should not be twisted. which will either prevent the seat firmly as possible, consistent with It should lie flat and fit firmly across belt adjusting devices from your hips. comfort, to provide the protection operating to remove slack, for which they have been 1. Pull the metal tongue across or prevent the seat belt assembly designed. A slack belt will greatly your body. from being adjusted to remove reduce the protection afforded to slack. 2. Clip it into the buckle. the wearer. 3. When the metal tongue is (Continued) locked safely into place you will hear a click. 4. Give a gentle pull on the buckle to ensure full engagement. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 61 5. Settle the belt at the hip. locks immediately on fast braking, Seat Belt Use During 6. Run your hand under the sash impact with a solid object or any Pregnancy from hip to shoulder. quick movement by the wearer. Seat belts work for everyone, The belt should fit comfortably. Any Removing including pregnant women. Like all extra belt length retracts occupants, they are more likely to automatically. be seriously injured if they do not wear a seat belt. A pregnant woman should wear a three point belt with the lap portion of the belt worn as low as possible below the rounding of their stomach, throughout the pregnancy. Seat Belt Care
{ Warning 1. Press the release button on the buckle. Care should be taken to avoid contamination of the webbing with Note 2. Allow the belt to retract. For your safety, wear the lap section polishes, oils and chemicals, and 3. Check that it fully retracts of the seat belt as low as possible particularly battery acid. Cleaning without twisting or turning. on your hips, not on your waist or may safely be carried out using abdomen. mild soap and water. The belt should be replaced if webbing The Emergency-locking Retractor becomes frayed, contaminated or Belt allows you to move while the damaged. vehicle is travelling normally, but Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
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Replacing Seat Belt Airbag System { Warning System Parts after a When triggered, airbags inflate Crash within milliseconds. They also WARNING – EXTREME deflate so quickly that it is often HAZARD! unnoticeable during the collision. { Warning Do not use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected It is essential to replace the entire { Danger assembly after it has been worn by an airbag in front of it! in a severe impact even if Do not make any modifications to The child could be seriously damage to the assembly is not the airbag system. injured if the airbag inflates, as obvious. The driver should sit back as far the child's head would be very as possible while still maintaining close to the inflating airbag. control of the vehicle. Sitting too Remember that it is safest for close to the airbag can cause children to be seated in the rear death or serious injury when it seats. inflates. Always wear a seat belt. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 63 Front Airbag System { Warning { Warning
Airbags are part of the The horn pad must not be Supplemental Restraint System covered with adhesive or any (SRS) as they assist, but do not other material. replace seat belts. The driver should adjust the seat Airbags do not deploy in every as far rearward as possible while accident. Various factors dictate still maintaining control of the whether they deploy including vehicle. speed, angle of collision and object hit. Airbags are not designed to inflate if the vehicle is hit from the rear or is involved in a { Warning rollover. Seat belts must be worn The front airbag system consists of: Do not place any objects on or by all passengers whenever the over the instrument panel or vehicle is moving. . Driver's airbag in the steering wheel. between an airbag and yourself. Airbags inflate with great force. Do not hang anything from the If you are too close to an inflating . Front passenger airbag in the instrument panel on the sun visor or mirror. airbag it may cause injury. passenger side. Passengers must not rest their Seat belts help keep you in . Driver's knee airbag below the feet on the instrument panel. position for airbag inflation in the steering column (not shown). event of a collision. These are identified by the word AIRBAG. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
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Front airbags will inflate in certain They can be identified by the word The risk of injury to the upper body severe frontal or near frontal AIRBAG. and pelvis in the event of a side impacts. Front airbags are not impact is considerably reduced. designed to inflate if the vehicle is struck from the side, rear or in { Warning rollovers. Always wear a seat belt. Do not fit unauthorised seat Side Airbag System covers as they may impair the Side airbags are stored in the outer deployment of the side airbags. side of the front seats. Do not position your body or any object (including pillows) between front seats and doors. (Continued)
The side airbags deploy in most, but not all, severe side impacts. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 65 They can be identified by the word Warning (Continued) AIRBAG on the door pillars. Do not lean on, or sleep against, the door. Always sit centrally in the seat. Always wear a seat belt.
Curtain Airbag System Curtain airbags are stored in the roof on each side of the vehicle and provide protection for the front, The risk of injury to the head in the second row and third row outboard event of a side impact is occupants. considerably reduced. The curtain airbags deploy in most, but not all severe side impacts. { Warning
Do not position your body or any object (including pillows) in the area in which the airbag inflates. There must be no objects in the area in which the airbag inflates. Refer to the illustration. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
66 Seats and Restraints . The fuel pump will switch off. Contact a Holden Dealer Warning (Continued) . The hazard lamps will switch on. immediately: Use the hooks above the doors . The interior lamp will switch on. . If 9 does not illuminate when only to hang up light articles of the ignition is turned on. clothing. . The doors will unlock. Switch the ignition off and then on if . If 9 illuminates when driving. Do not place any objects in the restarting the engine is required. pockets of the hanging items. . If the warning 'Airbag Fault' is displayed on the Driver Do not hold onto the assist grips Notices for Customer Information Centre (DIC). (above the doors) while seated in Installed Equipment In these instances the SRS may the vehicle. not function correctly in the Do not lean on, or sleep against { Warning event of an accident. See Airbag the front or rear doors. Always sit System 0 62. centrally in the seat. The fitting of roo bars may affect crash performance, airbag Always wear a seat belt. Replacing Airbag System performance and engine cooling. Parts after a Crash See “Fitting roo bars” under What Will You See after Add-On Electrical Equipment Note 0 252. After an accident where the SRS an Airbag Inflates? has deployed, the systems, Airbags inflate and deflate within associated parts and hardware must milliseconds. Airbag System Check be checked and replaced as required. Fifteen seconds after any airbag or The 9 in the instrument cluster seat belt pretensioner has been illuminates for a few seconds when Seats, associated parts and activated (the vehicle has stopped the ignition is turned on. This hardware must also be checked and and provided there is battery indicates the Supplemental replaced as required. power), the following will occur: Restraint System (SRS) is . The engine will switch off. operational. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 67 The SRS should also be inspected Front seat belt pretensioners are Child Restraints after an accident if: part of the SRS. In certain severe . The instrument panel area or collisions the seat belts are Older Children steering wheel is scratched, tightened by the seat belt cracked or damaged. pretensioners. . The front seats and upholstery are damaged. . The headliner or trim panels are damaged. It is recommended that this work be carried out by a Holden Dealer or approved repairer. Seat Belt Pretensioners
A child should use a normal three point seat belt only when: . They can sit against the back of the seat with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat. . The lap belt rests low and snug across the hips, not across the stomach. . The sash belt is centred on the shoulder and chest. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
68 Seats and Restraints . They are able to stay seated like Young Children Booster Seats this for the entire trip. Infants and Young Children Infants
Forward facing child seats are for Booster seats are for when children use when the child is able to sit and outgrow a typical forward facing easily hold their head upright. child seat, but are still too small for three point seat belts.
Rearward facing infant capsules are designed so that in the event of a collision, impact forces will be evenly spread over the baby's back, with minimal jarring to the vulnerable head and neck area. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 69 Child Restraint Systems { Warning { Warning Always ensure that the seat belt fits firmly around the child WARNING – EXTREME restraint, as applicable to the type HAZARD! of restraint used.
Do not use a rearward facing If a child cannot see out of the window, do not raise him/her by child restraint on a seat protected { Warning by an airbag in front of it! means of an ordinary cushion. It will not stay in place in a This manual provides you with The child could be seriously collision and the child can slip out general information concerning injured if the airbag inflates, as of the straps and become child restraints only. the child's head would be very entangled. close to the inflating airbag. The driver is required by law to Remember that it is safest for ensure that passengers and pets are suitably restrained. In most children to be seated in the rear { Warning seats. States and Territories of Australia, and in New Zealand, specific laws Always follow the child restraint may exist which require children manufacturer's fitting instructions to be seated in approved child when installing a child restraint restraints and/or in certain into the vehicle. locations within the vehicle. Holden strongly recommends that you refer to your specific State or Territory regulations to determine which child restraint and seat location is suitable for your child. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
70 Seats and Restraints Note Older children Warning (Continued) Refer to the relevant legislation, an A child should use a normal three approved child restraint fitting point seat belt only when: following illustrations) are to be station or capsule manufacturer's used. Earlier types of child information for the recommended . They can sit against the back of type of child restraint to use. the rear seat with knees bent restraints may not attach securely comfortably at the edge of to this type of anchor. Selecting the Right System the seat Use only Standards Australia and Infants . The lap belt rests low and snug New Zealand approved child across the hips, not across the restraints and harnesses. Only Rearward facing infant capsules are stomach designed so that in the event of a purchase a child restraint which collision, impact forces will be . The sash belt is centred on the carries the appropriate Standards evenly spread over the baby's back, shoulder and chest Australia sticker of approval. with minimal jarring to the . They are able to stay seated like Australian States and Territories vulnerable head and neck area. this for the entire trip and New Zealand have laws Young children restricting the seating of children Where to Put the in the front passenger seat. In Forward facing child seats are for Restraint most jurisdictions, children under use when the child is able to sit and 4 years should not be seated in easily hold their head upright. the front passenger seat. Check Booster seats { Warning your local road safety regulations Booster seats are for when children It is safest for children to be before seating a child in the outgrow a typical forward facing seated in the rear seat. front seat. child seat, but are still too small for (Continued) Only child restraints that have three point seat belts. clips to attach to the vehicle's anchorage fitting (as shown in the (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Seats and Restraints 71 Top Tether Anchor Third Row Warning (Continued) Fittings Where legally allowable, you may Top tether anchors are located on install a forward-facing child the back of the second row and third restraint in the front seat, but row seat backs and are identified always move the passenger seat with symbol I. as far back as it will go. Child restraint anchorages are Second Row designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts, harnesses, or for attaching other Do not attach anything other than a items or equipment to the vehicle. child restraint system to the vehicle top tether anchors. Note Child Restraint If unsure about installing a child restraint anchor fitting, please Installation Locations contact an approved restraint fitting The vehicle has been designed to station or a Holden Dealer. accommodate child restraints on the second and third row seats. When using a child restraint, read the installation instructions supplied with the child restraint and follow the directions for fitting carefully. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
72 Seats and Restraints Secure the child in the restraint in To release the locking mechanism, Note accordance with the manufacturer's undo the buckle and allow the seat Ensure the seat belt buckles are instructions. belt to fully retract. It will then placed out of the way of the If unsure about installing a child function as a normal Emergency child seat. restraint anchor fitting, contact an Locking Retractor (ELR) seat belt until fully extended again. In addition to the ISOFIX mounting approved restraint fitting station or a anchors, fasten the top-tether strap Holden Dealer. ISOFIX Child Restraint to the top-tether anchor points. Automatic Locking Retractor Systems (ALR) Seat Belts ALR seat belts are provided at the second row seating positions. Use these in conjunction with a top tether strap when a non-ISOFIX child seat is being used. Extend the seat belt fully and then fit the belt around the applicable locations on the child restraint and fasten the buckle. Refer to the installation instructions supplied with the child restraint. Allow the belt to retract. While the belt is retracting, a clicking noise ISOFIX anchor locations are marked can be heard which indicates the by a H on the second row ALR mechanism is functioning. The seatback. seat belt is locked and cannot be Fasten vehicle-approved ISOFIX extended until fully retracted, child restraints to the ISOFIX enabling the belt to be fitted anchors. securely to the child restraint. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Storage 73 Storage Storage Sunglasses Storage Compartments Storage Compartments Storage Compartments ...... 73 { Warning Glove Box ...... 73 Sunglasses Storage ...... 73 Do not store heavy or sharp Armrest Storage ...... 74 objects in storage compartments. Rear Storage ...... 74 In a crash, these objects may Centre Console Storage ...... 74 cause the cover to open and could result in injury. Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover ...... 75 Cargo Tie-Downs ...... 75 Glove Box Cargo Management System . . . 76 If equipped, sunglasses storage is Roof Rack System on the overhead console. Press the Roof Rack System ...... 78 fixed button on the cover and release to access.
Open the glove box by lifting the lever. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
74 Storage Armrest Storage Rear Storage Centre Console Storage
If equipped, the rear seat armrest An underfloor storage compartment The centre console has a storage may have cup holders. Pull the is located in the rear cargo area. Lift compartment under the armrest. armrest down to access the cup to open the load floor cover. Pull up the latch and lift to open. holders. The spare wheel, jack and tools are The centre console also has a front stored beneath the underfloor storage bin below the air storage compartment. To remove conditioning controls. This contains see Cargo Management System the 12V power outlet, USB and 0 76. Auxiliary ports, see Power Outlets 0 84. If equipped, it also contains a wireless charging pad, see Wireless Charging 0 86. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Storage 75 Additional Storage For vehicles with a cargo cover, it can be used to cover items in the Features rear of the vehicle. Unroll the cover toward the rear of the vehicle. Insert Cargo Cover the cover pins into the channels on both sides. To store, carefully remove the cover from the channels { Warning and let it roll back up. The cover An unsecured cargo cover could should be stored securely when not strike people in a sudden stop or in use. turn, or in a crash. Store the cargo cover securely or remove it Cargo Tie-Downs A storage bin is located at the rear from the vehicle. of the centre console. Lift the handle up and slide the bin out.
Two cargo tie-downs are located in the rear compartment of the vehicle. The tie-downs can be used to secure small loads. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
76 Storage Cargo Management System Underfloor Storage Tray
The underfloor storage tray can be 1. Turn the wing nut on the used to organise items in the right-hand side and remove. cargo area. This will also disconnect the load floor cover strap. Underfloor Storage Tray Removal Raise the load floor cover to access the underfloor storage tray. To access the spare tyre, jack and tools, the underfloor storage tray must be removed. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Storage 77 2. Turn the wing nut on the 8. To refit the underfloor storage left-hand side and remove. tray, reverse the above steps. Note Ensure the load floor cover strap is secured after reinstalling the underfloor storage tray.
4. Lift the load floor cover up and remove. Place the cover in a safe location. 3. Disengage the load floor cover 5. Lift out the small storage bin on hinges by sliding rearward from the left-hand side. the underfloor storage tray. 6. Detach the rear floor carpet flaps from the underfloor storage tray. 7. Lift up on both sides and remove the underfloor storage tray. Place the tray in a safe location The spare tyre, jack and tools can now be accessed. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
78 Storage Roof Rack System Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle { Warning capacity and loading, see Vehicle Weight 0 311. Ensure all objects carried on the roof rack system are loaded evenly and are secured tightly with straps. Never carry objects that are longer or wider than the vehicle unless using a Holden certified accessory carrier. To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving, check to ensure the Holden genuine cross rails that cross rails and cargo are securely attach to the vehicle's side rails can fastened. be purchased as an accessory and Loading cargo on the roof rack will used to load items. See your dealer make the vehicle's centre of gravity for further information. higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking, Caution or abrupt manoeuvres; otherwise it may result in loss of control. The load, including the weight of If driving for a long distance, on the roof rack, must not exceed rough roads, or at high speeds, 100 kg. occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure the cargo remains in its place. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 79 Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . 95 Vehicle Messages Instruments and Brake System Warning Light . . . 96 Vehicle Messages ...... 109 Controls Electric Parking Brake Light . . . 97 Engine Power Messages . . . . . 110 Service Electric Parking Brake Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . . 110 Light ...... 97 Vehicle Personalisation Controls Antilock Brake System (ABS) Vehicle Personalisation ...... 110 Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 80 Warning Light ...... 98 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 80 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...... 98 Horn ...... 81 Hill Descent Control Light ...... 98 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 81 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . 83 Light ...... 98 Clock ...... 84 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 99 Power Outlets ...... 84 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator . . . . 99 Wireless Charging ...... 86 Traction Off Light ...... 99 Traction Control System (TCS)/ Warning Lights, Gauges, and Electronic Stability Control Indicators Light ...... 99 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Electronic Stability Control Indicators ...... 88 (ESC) Off Light ...... 100 Instrument Cluster ...... 89 Engine Oil Pressure Light . . . . 100 Speedometer ...... 91 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 101 Odometer ...... 91 Security Light ...... 101 Trip Odometer ...... 91 High-Beam On Light ...... 101 Tachometer ...... 91 Front Fog Lamp Light ...... 101 Fuel Gauge ...... 92 Lamps On Reminder ...... 102 Engine Coolant Temperature Cruise Control Light ...... 102 Gauge ...... 93 Door Ajar Light ...... 102 Seat Belt Reminders ...... 93 Airbag Readiness Light ...... 94 Information Displays Charging System Light ...... 95 Driver Information Centre (DIC) ...... 103 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
80 Instruments and Controls Controls 3. Pull or push the steering wheel closer or away from you. Steering Wheel 4. Push the lever up to lock the Adjustment steering wheel in place. Ensure the steering wheel is { Warning locked in position before driving. Do not attempt to adjust the steering wheel while driving. Steering Wheel Controls The steering wheel controls allow some audio functions to be adjusted, the Driver Information Centre (DIC) menus to be accessed g : Press to interact with the and other vehicle functions to be Bluetooth system or start voice controlled. recognition. Press and hold to activate Bluetooth voice Note pass-through. Controls may vary depending on See Bluetooth 0 158 or Voice vehicle options and equipment. Recognition 0 151. c : Press to reject an incoming call or end a current call. Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system when not on a call. To adjust the steering wheel: o or p : Press to go to the 1. Move the lever down. previous or next menu option. Press the thumbwheel to select a 2. To adjust, move the steering highlighted menu option. wheel up or down. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 81 w or x : Move the thumbwheel up Windshield Wiper/Washer or down to go to the next or previous selection. Press the thumbwheel to select a highlighted menu option.
Infotainment system favourite and volume switches are on the back of the steering wheel. 1. Favourite: When on a radio source, press to select the next or previous favourite. When on a media source, press to select , *, +RES, −SET : Cruise J the next or previous track. control operation. See Cruise Control 0 206. 2. Volume: Press to increase or Caution decrease the volume. [ : Forward collision alert control. Never operate the wipers on dry See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) glass, as this will damage the System 0 230. Horn rubber and scratch the glass. s : Speed limiter. See Speed Press a on the steering wheel pad Limiter 0 208. to sound the horn. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
82 Instruments and Controls With the ignition on or in Accessory Briefly move the wiper lever down A sensor near the top centre of the mode, move the windscreen wiper for a single wipe. For several wipes, windscreen detects the amount of lever to select the wiper speed. hold the wiper lever down. water on the windscreen and HI : Fast. Clear snow and ice from the wiper automatically controls the frequency of the windscreen wiper. LO : Slow. blades before using them. If frozen to the windscreen, carefully loosen Keep this area of the windscreen or thaw them. Damaged blades clear of debris to allow for best should be replaced. See Wiper system performance. Blade Replacement 0 269. Wiper Parking Caution If the ignition is turned off while the Switch off the rain sensor by wipers are on LO, HI, or INT, they setting the lever to the OFF will immediately stop. position before entering a If the windscreen wiper lever is then car wash. moved to OFF before the driver Replace the wiper blades as soon INT : Intermittent. door is opened or within 10 minutes, as they do not completely remove To adjust the wipe frequency, turn the wipers will restart and move to water from the windscreen. If the the base of the windscreen. the band up for more frequent wipes blades are not replaced, the or down for less frequent wipes. If the ignition is turned off while the wipers may continue to wipe even AUTO : For vehicles with rain wipers are operating due to though most of the screen is dry. windscreen washing or rain sensing sensing wipers see “Rain Sensing” To prevent damage to the wiper later in this section. operation, the wipers continue to run until they reach the base of the blades, make sure that the OFF : The wipers are off. windscreen. windscreen is fully defrosted 1x : Single wipe. before switching on the rain Rain Sensing sensor. The vehicle may have rain sensing wipers. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 83 Wiper Arm Assembly Protection Rear Window Wiper/ With rain sensing wipers, if the Washer transmission is in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is very slow, the The ignition must be on or in wipers will automatically stop at the Accessory mode to operate the rear base of the windscreen. window wiper/washer. The wiper operations return to normal when the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle AUTO : Rain sensing is on. speed has increased. The wipers cycle when water is Windscreen Washer detected on the windscreen. Turn the band on the wiper lever to adjust f : Pull the windscreen wiper the sensitivity. lever toward you to spray windscreen washer fluid and . Turn the band up for more activate the wipers. The wipers will Turn the end of the windscreen sensitivity to moisture. continue until the lever is released wiper lever to operate the rear . Turn the band down for less or the maximum wash time is window wiper/washer. sensitivity to moisture. reached. OFF : The rear wiper is off. . Move the windscreen wiper lever When the lever is released, INT : Intermittent. out of the AUTO position to additional wipes may occur deactivate Rain sensing depending on how long the ON : Continuous, slow speed. operation. windscreen washer had been activated. See Washer Fluid 0 266 1 : Push the windscreen wiper To enable or disable this feature, for information on filling the lever forward to spray washer fluid see “Rain Sense Wipers” under windscreen washer fluid reservoir. on the rear window. The lever Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. automatically returns to its original position when released. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
84 Instruments and Controls Rear Wiper Arm Assembly The windscreen washer reservoir is Protection used for the windscreen and rear window. Check the fluid level When using an automatic car wash, 0 move the rear wiper control to OFF regularly. See Washer Fluid 266. to disable the rear wiper. If the transmission is in N (Neutral) and Clock the vehicle speed is very slow, the Set the time and date in the rear wiper may automatically park. infotainment system. See Settings The wiper operations return to 0 164. normal when the transmission is no longer in N (Neutral) or the vehicle Power Outlets speed has increased. 12 Volt Power Outlets The front power outlet is located at Reverse Gear Operation The vehicle has two 12 volt the front of the centre console, Even if the rear wiper is off, when accessory power outlets that can be below the climate controls. the transmission is in R (Reverse), used to connect electrical A rear power outlet is located on the and the front windscreen wiper is in equipment. right-hand side of the rear low or high speed operation, the cargo area. rear wiper will automatically operate continuously. Lift the cover to access the outlet and replace when not in use. If the rear wiper is off, when the transmission is in R (Reverse), and { Warning the front windscreen wiper is in intermittent operation, the rear wiper Power is always supplied to the will automatically operate rear cargo power outlet. Do not intermittently. leave electrical equipment This feature can be turned on or off. plugged in when the vehicle is not 0 See Vehicle Personalisation 110. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 85 When adding electrical equipment, Warning (Continued) be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with in use because the vehicle could the equipment. See Add-On catch fire and cause injury or Electrical Equipment 0 252. death. Caution
Caution Hanging heavy equipment from the power outlet can cause Leaving electrical equipment damage not covered by the plugged in for an extended period vehicle warranty. The power of time while the ignition is off will outlets are designed for The front USB port is located at the drain the battery. Always unplug accessory power plugs only, such front of the centre console, below electrical equipment when not in as mobile phone charge cords. the climate controls. It contains two use and do not plug in equipment outlets which can be used to charge that exceeds the maximum USB Ports USB devices and also to connect an 15 amp rating. audio device to the infotainment The vehicle has three USB ports, system. See USB Port 0 135. each with one or two outlets, which Certain accessory plugs may not be can be used to connect and/or A USB port is also located at the compatible with the accessory charge electrical equipment, such rear of the centre console. power outlet and could overload as a mobile phone, MP3 player, etc. It contains two outlets which can be vehicle and adapter fuses. If a used to charge USB devices. Note: problem is experienced, see your A rear USB port is located on the An SD card slot is provided for dealer. left-hand side for the third row navigation system maps. Do not seating position. It contains one remove the SD card or use the outlet which can be used to charge slot for any other purpose. USB devices. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
86 Instruments and Controls Wireless Charging correctly indicate charging when the vehicle is in RAP. See Retained If equipped, the vehicle has wireless Accessory Power (RAP) 0 195. charging in the bin below the climate control system. The system The operating temperature is operates at 145 kHz and wirelessly −20 °C to 60 °C for the charging charges one Qi compatible system and 0 °C to 35 °C for the smartphone. The power output of phone. the system is capable of charging at a rate up to 3 amp (15W), as { Warning required by a compatible smartphone. Remove all objects from the charging pad before charging { Warning your compatible smartphone. To charge a compatible smartphone: Objects, such as coins, keys, 1. Remove all objects from the Wireless charging can affect the rings, paper clips, or cards, charging pad. The system may operation of an implanted between the smartphone and not charge if there are any pacemaker or other medical charging pad will become very objects between the devices. If you have one, it is hot. On the rare occasion that the smartphone and the recommended to consult with charging system does not detect charging pad. an object, and the object gets your doctor before using the 2. Place the smartphone face up wireless charging system. wedged between the smartphone on the charging pad aligned and charger, remove the against the back of the bin. smartphone and allow the object The vehicle must be on, in to cool before removing it from To maximise the charge rate, Accessory, or Retained Accessory ensure the smartphone is fully Power (RAP) must be active. The the charging pad, to prevent burns. seated and centred in the wireless charging feature may not holder with nothing under it. A thick smartphone case may prevent the wireless charger Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 87 from working, or may reduce OSS Notice Information 1. Redistributions of source code the charging performance. See To obtain the source code that is must retain the above copyright your dealer for additional contained in this product, please notice, this list of conditions information. visit http://opensource.lge.com. In and the following disclaimer. 3. The $ will appear on the V on addition to the source code, all 2. Redistributions in binary form the infotainment display. This referred licence terms, warranty must reproduce the above indicates that the smartphone disclaimers and copyright notices copyright notice, this list of is properly positioned and are available for download. LG conditions and the following charging. Electronics will also provide open disclaimer in the source code to you on CD-ROM for documentation and/or other If $ does not appear on the a charge covering the cost of materials provided with the infotainment display: performing such distribution (such distribution. as the cost of media, shipping, and 1. Remove the smartphone from 3. Neither the name of the handling) upon email request to the pad and wait copyright holder nor the names [email protected]. This offer is three seconds. of its contributors may be used valid for three (3) years from the 2. Turn the smartphone to endorse or promote products date on which you purchased the derived from this software 180 degrees before placing/ product. without specific prior written aligning the smartphone on the pad again. Freescale-WCT library permission. Copyright (c) 2012-2014 Freescale This software is provided by the Software Acknowledgements Semiconductor, Inc.. All rights copyright holders and contributors A Certain Wireless Charging Module reserved. "as is" and any express or implied product from LG Electronics, Inc. warranties, including, but not limited Redistribution and use in source ("LGE") contains the open source to, the implied warranties of and binary forms, with or without software detailed below. Refer to merchantability and fitness for a modification, are permitted provided the indicated open source licences particular purpose are disclaimed. In that the following conditions (as are included following this no event shall the copyright holder are met: notice) for the terms and conditions or contributors be liable for any of their use. direct, indirect, incidental, special, Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
88 Instruments and Controls exemplary, or consequential Warning Lights, damages (including, but not limited to, procurement of substitute goods Gauges, and or services; loss of use, data, or profits; or business interruption) Indicators however caused and on any theory Warning lights and gauges can of liability, whether in contract, strict signal that something is wrong liability, or tort (including negligence before it becomes serious enough or otherwise) arising in any way out to cause an expensive repair or of the use of this software, even if replacement. Paying attention to the advised of the possibility of such warning lights and gauges could damage. prevent injury. Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 89 Instrument Cluster
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Instruments and Controls 91 Note I : Cruise Control Light 0 102 _ : Tow/Haul Mode Light 0 98 Displays may vary depending on . : Low Fuel Warning Light 0 101 vehicle options and equipment. Speedometer * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp Overview 0 95 The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in kilometres per 9 : Airbag Readiness Light 0 94 0 @ : Door Ajar Light 102 hour (km/h). ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) o : Adaptive cruise control light. 0 Warning Light 98 See Cruise Control Light 0 102 Odometer d : Traction Control System (TCS)/ s : Speed limiter light. See Cruise The odometer shows how far the Electronic Stability Control Light Control Light 0 102 vehicle has been driven in 0 99 5 : Hill Descent Control Light 0 98 kilometres. i : Traction Off Light 0 99 ; : Lamps On Reminder 0 102 g : Electronic Stability Control Trip Odometer # : Front Fog Lamp Light 0 101 (ESC) Off Light 0 100 The trip odometer shows how far 0 $ : Brake System Warning Light $ : High-Beam On Light 101 the vehicle has been driven since 0 96 b : High beam assist, see the trip odometer was last reset. 0 Y : Electric Parking Brake Light High-Beam On Light 101 The trip odometer is accessed and 0 97 A : Lane keep assist (Midlevel), reset through the Driver Information Centre (DIC). See Driver 8 : Service Electric Parking Brake see Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light 0 Information Centre (DIC) 0 103. Light 0 97 98 B : Engine Coolant Temperature > : Seat belt reminder, see Seat 0 Tachometer Gauge 0 93 Belt Reminders 93 0 The tachometer displays the engine : : Engine Oil Pressure Light A : Security Light 101 speed in revolutions per 0 100 V : Vehicle Ahead Indicator 0 99 minute (rpm). " : Charging System Light 0 95 ~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator 0 99 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
92 Instruments and Controls When pointing to AUTO STOP, the Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on, the fuel engine is off but the vehicle is on. gauge indicates the amount of fuel The engine could auto start at any in the tank. time. When the indicator points to When the indicator nears empty, the OFF, the vehicle is off. low fuel light warning comes on. Drive the vehicle at a low engine A message may also be displayed speed for each gear as much as in the Driver Information Centre. possible. There is a small amount of fuel left, but the fuel tank should be filled as { Warning soon as possible. An arrow on the fuel pump symbol Do not allow the needle to remain indicates the side of the vehicle the in the warning/red zone. fuel door is on. Type 1 { Danger
Before refuelling, stop the vehicle and switch the engine off.
Note . Movement of the fuel within the fuel tank may cause the fuel gauge indicator to move when braking, accelerating, turning or if the vehicle is on an incline. . The indicator takes a few Type 2 seconds to stabilise after the ignition is turned on. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 93 . The indicator returns to empty Seat Belt Reminders when the ignition is turned off. Driver Seat Belt Reminder Engine Coolant Light Temperature Gauge The driver seat belt reminder light is on the instrument cluster.
Type 2 This gauge shows the engine When the vehicle is started, this coolant temperature. light flashes and a chime may come If the pointer moves toward the on to remind the driver to fasten warning area at the high end of the their seat belt. Then the light stays Type 1 gauge, the engine is too hot. on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle may continue several If the engine coolant has times if the driver remains or overheated and the vehicle has becomes unbuckled while the been operating under normal driving vehicle is moving. conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as If the driver seat belt is buckled, soon as possible. See Engine neither the light nor the chime Overheating 0 264. comes on. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
94 Instruments and Controls Front Passenger Seat Belt grocery bag, laptop, or other Reminder Light electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove The front passenger seat belt the object from the seat or buckle reminder light is on the overhead the seat belt. console. Rear Seat Belt Reminders Type 2: Unbuckled belts are Second and third row seating identified by a red X for each positions are represented by a seating position. When a seat belt is symbol in the instrument cluster buckled the corresponding X indicating seat belt status. changes to a grey seat icon. When the vehicle is started, the seat When the vehicle is moving, if a belt symbol for the rear seating When the vehicle is started, this second or third row passenger who positions comes on and stays on for light flashes and a chime may come was previously buckled becomes several seconds to alert the driver on to remind passengers to fasten unbuckled, the seat belt symbol or the passengers may need to fasten their seat belt. Then the light stays corresponding red X for the their seat belts. on solid until the belt is buckled. unbuckled seating position will appear and a chime may sound. This cycle continues several times if the front passenger remains or Airbag Readiness Light becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. This light shows if there is an If the front passenger seat belt is electrical problem with the airbag buckled, neither the chime nor the system. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), the light comes on. Type 1: Unbuckled belts are pretensioners, the airbag modules, identified by a red icon for each The front passenger seat belt the wiring, and the crash sensing seating position. When a seat belt is reminder light and chime may turn and diagnostic module. For more buckled the corresponding icon on if an object is put on the seat information on the airbag system, extinguishes. such as a briefcase, handbag, see Airbag System 0 62. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 95 Charging System Light Malfunction Indicator Lamp This light comes on when the ignition is turned on as a check to show it is working. If it does not, The airbag readiness light comes on have the vehicle serviced by your for several seconds when the dealer. vehicle is started. If the light does The charging system light comes on If the light comes on while the not come on then, have it fixed briefly when the ignition is turned engine is running, a malfunction has immediately. on, but the engine is not running, as been detected and the vehicle may a check to show the light is working. require service. { Warning The light turns off when the engine is started. If it does not, have the If the airbag readiness light stays vehicle serviced by your dealer. on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means If the light stays on, or comes on while driving, there may be a the airbag system might not be problem with the electrical charging working properly. The airbags in system. Have it checked by your the vehicle might not inflate in a dealer. Driving while this light is on Malfunctions are often indicated by crash, or they could even inflate could drain the battery. the system before any problem is without a crash. To help avoid noticeable. Being aware of the light injury, have the vehicle serviced When this light comes on, the Driver and seeking service promptly when right away. Information Centre (DIC) also it comes on may prevent damage. displays a message.
If there is a problem with the airbag If a short distance must be driven system, a Driver Information Centre with the light on, be sure to turn off (DIC) message may also come on. all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
96 Instruments and Controls To help prevent damage, reduce trips with the adaptor removed Caution vehicle speed and avoid hard may turn off the light. See Filling accelerations and uphill gradients. the Tank 0 246. If the vehicle is continually driven If towing a trailer, reduce the with this light on, the emission . Poor fuel quality can cause amount of cargo being hauled as inefficient engine operation and controls might not work as well, soon as possible. the vehicle fuel economy might poor driveability, which may go not be as good, and the engine If the light continues to flash, find a away once the engine is warmed might not run as smoothly. This safe place to park. Turn the engine up. If this occurs, change the off and wait at least 10 seconds fuel brand. It may require at may lead to costly repairs that before restarting the engine. If the least one full tank of the correct might not be covered by the light is still flashing, follow the fuel to turn the light off. See Fuel vehicle warranty. previous guidelines and see your 0 244. Modifications made to the engine, dealer for service as soon as If the light remains on, see your transmission, exhaust, intake, possible. dealer. or fuel system of the vehicle can If the light is on steady : A affect the vehicle's emission malfunction has been detected. Brake System Warning controls and can cause this light Diagnosis and service may be Light to come on. Modifications to required. these systems could lead to The vehicle brake system consists Check the following: costly repairs not covered by the of two hydraulic circuits. If one vehicle warranty. . If fuel has been added to the circuit is not working, the remaining vehicle using the capless fuel circuit can still work to stop the funnel adaptor, make sure that it vehicle. For normal braking If the light is flashing : A has been removed. performance, both circuits need to malfunction has been detected that be working. could damage the emission control The diagnostic system can system and increase vehicle detect if the adaptor has been If the warning light comes on, there emissions. Diagnosis and service left installed in the vehicle, is a problem with the braking may be required. allowing fuel to evaporate into system. Have the brake system the atmosphere. A few driving inspected right away. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 97 Electric Parking Brake Service Electric Parking Light Brake Light
This light should come on briefly when the engine is started. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. The parking brake status light This light should come on briefly comes on when the parking brake is when starting the vehicle. If it does If the light comes on and stays on, applied. If the light continues not come on, have it fixed so it will there is a brake problem. flashing after the parking brake is be ready to warn if there is a released, or while driving, there is a problem. { Warning problem with the electric parking If this light stays on, take the vehicle brake system. A message may also The brake system might not be to your dealer as soon as possible. display in the Driver Information See Electric Parking Brake 0 200. working properly if the brake Centre (DIC). A message may also display in the system warning light is on. If the light does not come on, Driver Information Centre. Driving with the brake system or remains flashing, see your dealer. warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
98 Instruments and Controls Antilock Brake System If both the ABS and the brake Hill Descent Control Light system warning light are on, the (ABS) Warning Light vehicle's antilock brakes are not functioning and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See your dealer for service. See Brake System Warning Light 0 96. If equipped, the Hill Descent Control This light comes on briefly when the Tow/Haul Mode Light light comes on when the system is engine is started. ready for use. When the light flashes, the system is active. If the light does not come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if See Hill Descent Control (HDC) 0 there is a problem. 204. If the light comes on while driving, Lane Keep Assist (LKA) stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn off the vehicle. Then start For vehicles with the Tow/Haul Light the engine again to reset the Mode feature, this light comes on system. If the ABS light stays on, when the Tow/Haul Mode has been or comes on again while driving, the activated. vehicle needs service. A chime may 0 also sound when the light comes on See Tow/Haul Mode 198. steady. If the ABS light is the only light on, the vehicle has regular brakes, but This light is green if LKA is available the antilock brakes are not to assist. functioning. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 99 LKA may assist by gently turning Pedestrian Ahead dealer. If the system is working the steering wheel if the vehicle normally, the indicator light then approaches a detected lane marking Indicator turns off. without using the indicator in that The traction off light comes on when direction. The LKA light will turn the Traction Control System (TCS) amber. has been turned off by pressing and This light is amber and flashes as a releasing the TCS/Electronic Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Stability Control (ESC) button. alert, to indicate that the lane This light and the ESC OFF light marking has been crossed. If equipped, this indicator will come on when ESC is turned off. 0 See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 242. display amber when a nearby If the TCS is off, wheel speed will pedestrian is detected directly in be limited when necessary to Vehicle Ahead Indicator front of the vehicle. protect the driveline from damage. See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) Adjust driving accordingly. 0 System 235. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 202. Traction Off Light Traction Control System (TCS)/Electronic Stability If equipped, this indicator will Control Light display green when a vehicle is detected ahead and amber when you are following a vehicle ahead too closely. This light comes on briefly while See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) starting the engine. If it does not, System 0 230. have the vehicle serviced by your Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
100 Instruments and Controls This light comes on briefly when the Electronic Stability Engine Oil Pressure Light engine is started. Control (ESC) Off Light If the light does not come on, have Caution the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, Lack of proper engine oil the indicator light turns off. maintenance can damage the If the light is on and not flashing, the engine. Driving with the engine oil TCS and potentially the ESC low can also damage the engine. system have been disabled. The repairs would not be covered A Driver Information Centre (DIC) This light comes on briefly while by the vehicle warranty. Check message may also display. Check starting the vehicle. If it does not, the oil level as soon as possible. the DIC messages to determine have the vehicle serviced by your Add oil if required, but if the oil which feature(s) is no longer dealer. level is within the operating range functioning and whether the vehicle and the oil pressure is still low, This light comes on when the ESC requires service. have the vehicle serviced. Always system is turned off. If ESC is off, follow the maintenance schedule If the light is on and flashing, the the Traction Control System (TCS) TCS and/or the ESC system is is also off. for changing engine oil. actively working. If the ESC and TCS are off, the See Traction Control/Electronic system does not assist in controlling Stability Control 0 202. the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and the ESC systems and the warning light turns off. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 202. This light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 101 If the light comes on and stays on, it Security Light This light comes on when the means that oil is not flowing through high-beam headlamps are in use. the engine properly. The vehicle See Headlamp High/Low-Beam could be low on oil and might have Changer 0 118. some other system problem. See your dealer. High Beam Assist Low Fuel Warning Light The security light should come on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the If equipped, this light comes on indicator light turns off. when the high beam assist system If the light stays on and the engine is enabled. See Exterior Lamp This light is near the fuel gauge and does not start, there could be a Controls 0 116. comes on briefly when the ignition is problem with the theft-deterrent turned on as a check to show it is system. See Immobiliser Operation working. Front Fog Lamp Light 0 39. It also comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel. The light turns off High-Beam On Light when fuel is added. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced.
The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
102 Instruments and Controls The light goes out when the fog See Cruise Control 0 206. Door Ajar Light lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps 0 120 for more information. Adaptive Cruise Control Light Lamps On Reminder
This light comes on when a door is This light is white when the Adaptive open or not securely latched. Before Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is driving, check that all doors are on and ready, and turns green when properly closed. This light comes on when the the ACC is set and active. See exterior lamps are in use. See Adaptive Cruise Control 0 210. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 116. Speed Limiter Light Cruise Control Light
This light is white when the speed The cruise control light is white limiter function, if equipped, is on when the cruise control is on and and ready. It turns green when the ready, and turns green when the speed limiter function is set and cruise control is set and active. active. See Speed Limiter 0 208. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 103 Information Displays Note Type 1 Display items may vary depending on vehicle options and equipment. Press o or p to choose the main Driver Information pages indicated in the top line of the Centre (DIC) To navigate the DIC pages and display: menus, use the steering wheel The Driver Information Centre (DIC) controls. F : Home is located in the centre of the 4 : Information instrument cluster and displays f vehicle information or the status of : Audio many vehicle systems. n : Navigation Two displays are available 5 : Phone depending on vehicle model. To 8 : Options identify the display in your vehicle, see Instrument Cluster 0 89. Turn the thumbwheel to scroll through items in each page. At the bottom of the Type 1 DIC, items such as selected gear, rear Note seat belt and driver assistance Some of the displayed functions system indicators such as cruise may differ when the vehicle is being control, permanent traffic sign driven or at a standstill. assistant, forward collision alert, w or x : Turn the thumbwheel to front pedestrian detection and lane move up or down in a list. Home Page Items keeping assist are displayed. For o or p : Press to move between The following is the list of all the Type 2 DIC, these items are the main pages, or between a Yes possible items that can be displayed positioned in various locations on or No option. on the Home page. Some may not the display. For further information be available for your particular on these items, refer to the Press the thumbwheel to open a vehicle. applicable section in this manual. menu or select a menu item. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
104 Instruments and Controls Some items may not be turned on Speed : Displays the vehicle speed refuelling. LOW will be displayed by default but can be turned on from in kilometres per hour (km/h). when the vehicle is low on fuel. The the Options page. See “Options Trip 1 or Trip 2, Average Fuel fuel range estimate is based on an Page Items” further in this section. Economy, Average Speed : average of the vehicle's fuel Speed : Displays vehicle speed in Displays the distance travelled in economy over recent driving history kilometres per hour (km/h). kilometres (km) since this page was and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Time : Displays the current time in reset. the top line of the DIC. To set the The Average Fuel Economy Instant: Displays the current fuel time see Settings 0 164. displays the approximate average economy in litres per 100 km litres per 100 kilometres (L/100 km). (L/100 km). This number reflects Fuel Range : Displays the only the approximate fuel economy approximate distance the vehicle This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km recorded the vehicle has right now and can be driven without refuelling. The changes frequently as driving fuel range estimate is based on an since the last time this page was reset. This number reflects only the conditions change. When the average of the vehicle's fuel vehicle is at idle, “-,-” is displayed. economy over recent driving history approximate average fuel economy and the amount of fuel remaining in the vehicle has right now, and will Oil Life : Displays an estimate of the fuel tank. change as driving conditions the engine oil's remaining useful life. change. If 99% is displayed, that means 99% Information Page Items The Average Speed displays the of the current oil life remains. The following is the list of all average speed of the vehicle in When the remaining oil life is low, a possible items that can be displayed kilometres per hour (km/h). This Change Engine Oil Soon message on the Information page. Some may average is calculated based on the will be displayed. The oil should be not be available for your particular various vehicle speeds recorded changed as soon as possible. See vehicle. since the last reset of this value. Engine Oil 0 259. Some items may not be turned on To reset, press p. The oil life display must be reset by default but can be turned on from after each engine oil change. It will the Options page. See “Options Fuel Information : Fuel Range: not reset itself. Do not reset the Page Items” further in this section. Displays the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 105 display at any time other than when recent driving compares to the best Press the thumbwheel to display a the oil has just been changed. that has been achieved for the menu to reset and turn on or off the It cannot be reset accurately until selected distance. speed sign alerts. See Traffic Sign 0 the next oil change. To reset the Timer : To start the timer, press the Assistant 239. engine oil life system, press the thumbwheel while this display is Following Distance : The thumbwheel while the Oil Life active. The display will show the following-distance to a moving display is active. See Engine Oil 0 amount of time that has passed vehicle ahead in your path is Life System 261. since the timer was last reset. To indicated in following-time in Fuel Economy : Displays the stop the timer, press the seconds. See Forward Collision approximate fuel economy as a thumbwheel and select Stop Timer. Alert (FCA) System 0 230. number and bar graph. Displayed To reset the timer to zero, press the Driver Assistance : Displays above the bar graph is a running thumbwheel and select Reset, press information for the Lane Keep Assist average of fuel economy for the p to select Yes and press the (LKA) and Forward Collision Alert most recently travelled selected thumbwheel. systems. distance. Displayed below the bar Traffic Sign Memory : graph is the best average fuel Battery Voltage : Displays the economy that has been achieved for current battery voltage. Battery the selected distance. The selected voltage changes are normal while distance is displayed at the top of driving. See Charging System Light the page. 0 95. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, the DIC Press the thumbwheel to change will display a message. the distance or Reset Best Score. After reset, the Best value displays Traffic sign memory recognises Economy Trend : Displays history “-,-” until the selected distance has designated traffic signs via a front of the Average Fuel Economy from been travelled. camera and displays the detected the last 50 km. Each bar represents speed limit about 5 km of driving. During driving The display provides information on the bars will shift to always reflect how current driving behavior affects the most recent distance on the the running average and how well Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
106 Instruments and Controls right side. Press and hold the Options Page Items Press the thumbwheel to turn on thumbwheel to clear the graph or Info Page Options : Press the and then turn the thumbwheel to press p to reset through the menu. thumbwheel to open a list of items select the desired speed. Press o Audio Page Items that can be displayed or turned off or p and then press the in the Information page. thumbwheel to set or cancel. Enables browsing for music, selecting from favourites or 1. Turn the thumbwheel to scroll Software Information : Displays changing the audio source. Press the items. software information and licence the thumbwheel to display the audio 2. Press the thumbwheel while an agreements. menu. Turn the thumbwheel to scroll item is highlighted to select or Type 2 through items and then press the deselect that item. When an thumbwheel to select. item is selected, a check-mark Press o to choose the main pages will appear next to it. Navigation Page Items indicated in the left-side of the Home Page Options : Press the display: Displays location or route guidance. thumbwheel to open a list of items 4 Press the thumbwheel to display the : Info (Information) that can be displayed or turned off f navigation menu. Turn the in the Home page. : Audio thumbwheel to scroll through items n : Nav (Navigation) and then press the thumbwheel to 1. Turn the thumbwheel to scroll select. the items. 5 : Phone Phone Page Items 2. Press the thumbwheel while an 8 : Options item is highlighted to select or Use the thumbwheel to scroll Enables managing and performing deselect that item. When an phone calls, scrolling through through the items and press the item is selected, a check-mark thumbwheel to select. contacts or operating a connected will appear next to it. hands free mobile phone. Use the thumbwheel to scroll Speed Warning : This display is through items in each page. used to set the vehicle speed at which the speed warning chime sounds and an alert is displayed. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 107 Note reset. This number reflects only the approximate fuel economy that the Some of the displayed functions approximate average fuel economy vehicle has right now and changes may differ when the vehicle is being the vehicle has right now, and will frequently as driving conditions driven or at a standstill. change as driving conditions change. When the vehicle is at idle, change. “-,-” is displayed. Information Page Items The Average Speed displays the Oil Life : Displays an estimate of The following is the list of all average speed of the vehicle in the engine oil's remaining useful life. possible items that can be displayed kilometres per hour (km/h). This If 99% is displayed, that means 99% on the Information page. Some may average is calculated based on the of the current oil life remains. not be available for your particular various vehicle speeds recorded When the remaining oil life is low, a vehicle. since the last reset of this value. Change Engine Oil Soon message Some items may not be turned on To reset, press and select Reset will be displayed. The oil should be by default but can be turned on from p changed as soon as possible. See All in the menu. the Options page. See “Options Engine Oil 0 259. Page Items further in this section. Fuel Range and Instantaneous ” The oil life display must be reset Fuel Economy : Displays the Speed : Displays the vehicle speed after each engine oil change. It will approximate distance the vehicle in kilometres per hour (km/h). not reset itself. Do not reset the can be driven without refuelling. display at any time other than when Trip A or Trip B, Average Fuel LOW will be displayed when the the oil has just been changed. Economy, Average Speed : vehicle is low on fuel. The fuel It cannot be reset accurately until Displays the distance travelled in range estimate is based on an the next oil change. To reset the kilometres (km) since this page was average of the vehicle's fuel engine oil life system, while the Oil reset. economy over recent driving history Life display is active press and The Average Fuel Economy and the amount of fuel remaining in p select Reset in the menu. See displays the approximate average the fuel tank. Engine Oil Life System 0 261. litres per 100 kilometres (L/100 km). The Instantaneous Fuel Economy This number is calculated based on displays the current fuel economy in the number of L/100 km recorded litres per 100 kilometres (L/100 km). since the last time this page was This number reflects only the Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
108 Instruments and Controls Fuel Economy : Displays the Traffic sign memory recognises Oil Temperature : Displays the average fuel economy and best fuel designated traffic signs via a front temperature of the engine oil in economy over the selected distance camera and displays the detected degrees Celsius (°C). as a bar graph. speed limit Oil Pressure : Displays the current Press p to change the selected Press p to display a menu to reset engine oil pressure in kPa. The distance or to reset the best fuel and turn on or off the speed sign pressure will fluctuate depending on economy and average fuel alerts. See Traffic Sign Assistant engine temperature, speed economy. 0 239. and load. Timer : To start the timer, press p Following Distance : The Audio Page Items while this display is active. The following-distance to a moving Enables browsing for music, display will show the amount of time vehicle ahead in your path is selecting from favourites or indicated in following-time in that has passed since the timer was changing the audio source. Press p last reset. To stop the timer, press seconds. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 230. to display the audio menu. Turn the the thumbwheel briefly while this thumbwheel to scroll through items display is active and the timer is Driver Assistance : Displays and then press the thumbwheel to running. To reset the timer to zero, information for the Lane Keep Assist select. press p and select Reset Timer. (LKA) and Forward Collision Alert systems. Navigation Page Items Traffic Sign Memory : Economy Trend : Displays history Displays location or route guidance. of the Average Fuel Economy from Press p to display the navigation the last 50 km. Each bar represents menu. Turn the thumbwheel to scroll about 5 km of driving. During driving through items and then press the the bars will shift to always reflect thumbwheel to select. the most recent distance on the right side. Press p to select Reset. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 109 Phone Page Items Press p to turn on and turn the Vehicle Messages Enables managing and performing thumbwheel to select the desired Messages displayed on the Driver phone calls, scrolling through speed. Information Display (DIC) indicate contacts or operating a connected Software Information : Displays the status of the vehicle or some hands free mobile phone. software information and licence action that may be needed to Options Page Items agreements. correct a condition. Multiple messages may appear one after Display Theme : There are two another. instrument cluster display configurations to choose from. The messages that do not require Press p to select Sport or Touring. immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by Info Page Options : Press the pressing the thumbwheel on the thumbwheel to open a list of items right-hand side of the steering that can be displayed or turned off wheel. The messages that require in the Information page. immediate action cannot be cleared 1. Press w or x to scroll the until that action is performed. items. All messages should be taken seriously; clearing the message 2. Press the thumbwheel while an does not correct the problem. item is highlighted to select or deselect that item. When an If a 'Service' message appears, see item is selected, a check-mark your dealer. will appear next to it. Follow the instructions given in the Speed Warning : This display is messages. The system may display used to set the vehicle speed at messages regarding the following which the speed warning chime topics: sounds and an alert is displayed. . Service Messages Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
110 Instruments and Controls . Fluid Levels in performance, proceed to your Vehicle . Vehicle Security destination. The performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle Personalisation . Brakes is driven. The vehicle may be driven Use the infotainment system while this message is on, but . Steering controls to access the menus for maximum acceleration and speed customising vehicle features. . Ride Control Systems may be reduced. Any time this . Driver Assistance Systems message stays on, or displays Note repeatedly, the vehicle should be The following are all possible items . Cruise Control taken to your dealer for service as under the 'Vehicle' tab. For items . Lighting and Bulb Replacement soon as possible. under the 'System', 'Apps', and 0 . Wiper/Washer Systems 'Personal' tabs, see Settings 164. Vehicle Speed Messages . Doors and Windows Depending on the vehicle model, some items may not be available. . Seat Belts SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H To access the vehicle . Airbag Systems This message shows the vehicle speed has been limited to the speed personalisation menu: . Engine and Transmission displayed. The limited speed is a 1. Touch the Settings icon on the . Battery protection for various propulsion and Home Page of the infotainment vehicle systems, such as display. Engine Power Messages lubrication, thermal and suspension. 2. Touch Vehicle to display a list of available options. ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED 3. Touch to select the desired This message displays when the feature setting. vehicle's propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in propulsion . Touch 9 or R to turn a feature off power can affect the vehicle's ability or on. to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no observed reduction Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 111 . Touch S to return to the Auto Fan Speed Auto Demist previous menu. This setting specifies the amount of This setting automatically turns the airflow when the climate control fan front demister on when the engine is . Touch z to go to the top level of setting is Auto Fan. started. the Settings menu. Touch Low, Medium, or High. Touch Off or On. The menus may contain the following: Auto Cooled Seats Auto Rear Demist Rear Seat Reminder This setting automatically turns on This setting automatically turns the and regulates the ventilated seats rear demister on when the engine is This allows for a chime and a when the cabin temperature is started. message when the rear door has warm. See Heated and Ventilated Touch Off or On. been opened before or during Front Seats 0 54. operation of the vehicle. Touch Off or On. Collision / Detection Systems Touch Off or On. Touch and the following may be Auto Heated Seats Climate and Air Quality displayed if equipped: This setting automatically turns on Alert Type Touch and the following may be and regulates the heated seats . displayed if equipped: when the cabin temperature is cool. . Forward Collision System . Auto Fan Speed The auto-heated seats can be . Front Pedestrian Detection turned off by using the heated seat . Auto Cooled Seats buttons on the instrument panel. . Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier . Auto Heated Seats See Heated and Ventilated Front . Lane Change Alert Seats 0 54. . Auto Demist . Rear Camera Park Assist Touch Off or On. . Auto Rear Demist Symbols . Rear Cross Traffic Alert Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
112 Instruments and Controls Alert Type Touch Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Touch Off or On. This feature will set crash alerts to Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier Comfort and Convenience beeps or seat vibrations. This setting affects all crash alerts This feature will give a reminder that Touch and the following may be including Forward Collision, Lane Adaptive Cruise Control has brought displayed if equipped: the vehicle to a complete stop Departure Warning, Adaptive Cruise . Chime Volume Control, Park Assist, and Backing behind another stopping vehicle, . Reverse Tilt Mirror Warning alerts. and then that vehicle drives on. . Personalisation by Driver Touch Beeps or Safety Alert Seat. Touch Off or On. . Rain-sense Wipers Forward Collision System Lane Change Alert . Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear This feature will turn on or off the This allows the feature to be turned Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and on or off. See Lane Change Alert . Extended Hill Start Assist (LCA) 0 237. When Lane Change Forward Automatic Braking (FAB). . Hands-free Liftgate Control The Off setting disables all FCA and Alert is disabled, Side Blind Zone FAB functions. With the Alert and Alert is also disabled. Chime Volume Brake setting, both FCA and FAB Touch Off or On. This determines the chime volume are available. The Alert setting Rear Camera Park Assist Symbols level. Touch the controls on the disables FAB. See Autonomous infotainment display to adjust the Emergency Braking (AEB) 0 233. This setting enables the Rear volume. Touch Off, Alert, or Alert and Brake. Camera Park Assist Symbols. See Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 0 220. Reverse Tilt Mirror Front Pedestrian Detection Touch Off or On. When on, the driver and/or This feature may help avoid or passenger mirrors will tilt downward Rear Cross Traffic Alert reduce the harm caused by when the vehicle is shifted to front-end crashes with pedestrians. This allows the Rear Cross Traffic R (Reverse) to improve visibility of the ground near the rear wheels. See Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) Alert feature to be turned on or off. See Rear Cross Traffic Alert in They will return to their previous System 0 235. “ ” Rear Vision Camera (RVC) 0 220. driving position when the vehicle is Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 113 shifted out of R (Reverse) or the Touch Extended Hold or Exit Lighting engine is turned off. See Reverse Standard Hold. This allows the selection of how Tilt Mirrors 0 41. Hands-free Liftgate Control long the exterior lamps stay on Touch Off, On - Driver and when leaving the vehicle when it is Passenger, On - Driver, or On - The liftgate may be operated with a dark outside. Passenger. kicking motion under the rear bumper on the left-hand side. See Touch Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Personalisation by Driver Liftgate 0 33. Seconds, or 120 Seconds. Updates personal vehicle settings Touch Off, On-Open and Close, Power Door Locks based on the key being used. or On-Open Only. Touch and the following may be Touch Off or On. Lighting displayed if equipped: Rain-sense Wipers Touch and the following may be . Open Door Anti Lockout This allows the Rain-sense Wipers displayed if equipped: . Auto Door Lock feature to be disabled or enabled. . Vehicle Locator Lights . Delayed Door Lock Touch Disabled or Enabled. . Exit Lighting Open Door Anti Lock Out Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear Vehicle Locator Lights This setting prevents the vehicle When on and the front wiper is on, This feature turns the exterior lamps from being locked while a door is the rear wiper will automatically on briefly when K on the Remote open. If this setting is on, the activate when the vehicle is shifted Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is Delayed Door Lock menu will not be to R (Reverse). pressed to help locate the vehicle. available. If this setting is turned off, the Delayed Door Lock menu may Touch Off or On. Touch Off or On. not be available until the next Extended Hill Start Assist ignition cycle. This allows the duration of the Hill Touch Off or On. Start Assist to be changed. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
114 Instruments and Controls Auto Door Lock . Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Relock Remotely Unlocked Doors When this feature is turned on, all . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats When set to On, the doors will doors will automatically lock when . Remote Window Operation automatically relock if they are the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). unlocked with the RKE transmitter The doors will automatically unlock . Passive Door Unlock and a door is not opened. See when the vehicle is shifted into . Passive Door Lock Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) P (Park). System Operation 0 23. . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Touch Off or On. Touch Off or On. Remote Unlock Light Feedback Delayed Door Lock Remote Start Auto Cool Seats When on, the exterior lamps will Displayed when Open Door Anti flash when unlocking the vehicle If equipped and turned on, this Lockout is off. When on, this feature with the RKE transmitter. feature will turn on the ventilated will delay the locking of the doors. seats when using remote start on To override the delay, press the Touch Off or Flash Lights. warm days. power door lock switch on the door. Remote Lock Feedback See Heated and Ventilated Front 0 Touch Off or On. Seats 54 and Remote Vehicle This allows selection of what type of Start 0 28. feedback is given when locking the Remote Lock, Unlock, and Touch Off or On. Start vehicle with the RKE transmitter. Touch Off, Lights and Horn, Lights Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Touch and the following may be Only, or Horn Only. displayed if equipped: If equipped and turned on, this Remote Door Unlock feature will turn on the heated seats . Remote Unlock Light Feedback when using remote start on . Remote Lock Feedback This allows selection of which doors cold days. will unlock when pressing K on the See Heated and Ventilated Front . Remote Door Unlock RKE transmitter. Seats 0 54 and Remote Vehicle . Relock Remotely Unlocked 0 Touch All Doors or Driver Door. Start 28. Doors Touch Off or On. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Instruments and Controls 115 Remote Window Operation Touch Off or On. Valet Mode This allows the windows to be Seating Position If equipped, this will lock the opened when pressing and holding infotainment system and steering K on the RKE transmitter. See Touch and the following may be wheel controls. It may also limit Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) displayed if equipped: access to vehicle storage locations, System Operation 0 23. . Seat Entry Memory if equipped. Touch Off or On. . Seat Exit Memory To enable valet mode: Passive Door Unlock Seat Entry Memory 1. Enter a four-digit code on the keypad. This allows the selection of what This feature automatically recalls doors will unlock when using the the current driver's previously stored 2. Select Enter to go to the button on the driver door to unlock 1 or 2 button positions when the confirmation screen. the vehicle. ignition is changed from off to on or 3. Re-enter the four-digit code. Touch All Doors or Driver Door Only. ACC/ACCESSORY. See Memory Seats 0 52. Touch Lock or Unlock to lock or Passive Door Lock unlock the system. Touch Back to Touch Off or On. go back to the previous menu. This allows passive locking to be turned on or off and selects Seat Exit Memory feedback. See Remote Keyless This feature automatically recalls Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 23. the previously stored exit button Touch Off, On with Horn position when exiting the vehicle. 0 Chirp, or On. See Memory Seats 52. Touch Off or On. Remote Left in Vehicle Alert This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle. This menu also enables the Remote No Longer In Vehicle Alert. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
116 Lighting Battery Power Protection . . . . . 123 Exterior Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...... 123 Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 116 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder ...... 118 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...... 118 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) ...... 118 Automatic Headlamp System ...... 119 Headlamp Leveling Control . . . 119 The exterior lamp control is on the Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . 120 instrument panel on the outer side Turn and Lane-Change of the steering column. Signals ...... 120 Fog Lamps ...... 120 There are four positions. Interior Lighting O : Turns the exterior lamps off and Instrument Panel Illumination deactivates AUTO mode. Turn to O Control ...... 121 again to reactivate AUTO mode. Courtesy Lamps ...... 121 AUTO : Turns the exterior and Dome Lamps ...... 121 instrument panel lamps on and off Reading Lamps ...... 122 automatically depending on outside Lighting Features lighting. Entry Lighting ...... 122 ; : Turns on the parking, tail, Exit Lighting ...... 122 number plate and instrument panel Battery Load Management . . . 123 lamps. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Lighting 117 5 : Additionally turns on the Enabling High Beam Assist The high-beam headlamps remain headlamps. on, under automatic control, until one of the following situations High Beam Assist occurs: If equipped, High Beam Assist turns . The system detects an the vehicle's high-beam headlamps approaching vehicle's on and off automatically when it is headlamps. dark enough and there is no other . The system detects a preceding traffic present. vehicle's tail lamps. . The outside light is bright Press b on the turn signal lever enough that high-beam when it is dark outside and the headlamps are not required. exterior lamp control is in AUTO . The vehicle's speed drops below or 5. The blue high-beam on light 35 km/h. is displayed on the instrument . Use the button on the turn signal This light comes on in the cluster when high beams are on. lever to disable High Beam instrument cluster when High Beam Assist. Assist is enabled. Driving with High Beam Assist The system only activates high . The front fog lamps are beams when driving over 50 km/h. turned on. There is a sensor near the top High beams may not turn off centre of the windscreen that automatically if the system cannot automatically controls the system. detect another vehicle's headlamps Keep this area of the windscreen or tail lamps due to any of the clear of debris for best system following: performance. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
118 Lighting . The other vehicle's head/tail Exterior Lamps Off To flash the high beam lamps: lamps are missing, damaged, Reminder . Pull the lever towards you and obstructed from view, release. or otherwise undetected. A warning chime sounds if the driver door is opened while the ignition is . The lamps can be flashed even . The other vehicle's head/tail if the headlamps are off. lamps are covered with dirt, off and the exterior lamps are on. snow, and/or road spray. Headlamp High/ Daytime Running . The other vehicle's head/tail Lamps (DRL) lamps cannot be detected due to Low-Beam Changer dense exhaust fumes, smoke, To activate high beam: DRL can make it easier for others to fog, snow, road spray, mist, see the front of your vehicle during or other airborne obstructions. . When the headlamps are on, the day. push the turn signal lever away . The vehicle's windscreen is dirty, from you and release. The DRL will come on when all of cracked, or obstructed by the following conditions are met: something that blocks the view . The ignition is on. of the light sensor. . The exterior lamp control is . The vehicle is loaded such that in AUTO. the front end points upward, causing the light sensor to aim . The light sensor determines it is too high and not detect daytime. headlamps and tail lamps. . The high beam light turns on in . The parking brake is released or . The vehicle is being driven on the instrument cluster. the vehicle is not in P (Park). winding or hilly roads. To return to low beam: When the DRL are on, the tail lamps High Beam Assist may need to be . Push the lever again or pull it and other lamps will not be on. disabled manually if any of the towards you and release. The DRL turn off when the above conditions exists. headlamps are turned to O or the ignition is off. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Lighting 119 Automatic Headlamp If the vehicle is started in a dark lamps coming on varies based on garage, the automatic headlamp wiper speed. When the wipers are System system comes on immediately. If it not operating, these lamps turn off. When the exterior lamp control is is light outside when the vehicle Move the exterior lamp control to O set to AUTO and it is dark enough leaves the garage, there is a slight or ; to disable this feature. outside, the headlamps come on delay before the automatic automatically. headlamp system changes to the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Headlamp Leveling During that delay, the instrument Control cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 121. When it is bright enough outside, the headlamps will turn off or may change to DRL. The automatic headlamp system turns off when the exterior lamp Manual Headlamp Levelling control is turned to O or the ignition Control There is a light sensor on top of the is off. instrument panel. Do not cover the If equipped with manual headlamp sensor. Lights On with Wipers levelling control, the knob is near the exterior lamp control. This The system may also turn on the If the windscreen wipers are feature lets the headlamp level be headlamps when driving through a activated in daylight with the engine adjusted to suit the vehicle load. parking garage or tunnel. on, and the exterior lamp control is in AUTO, the headlamps, park Low beam headlamps must be on to lamps, and other exterior lamps adjust the headlamp level. come on. The transition time for the Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
120 Lighting Correct adjustment of the headlamp | : Press this button to make the change is complete. If the lever is level can reduce the glare for other front and rear indicator lamps flash moved momentarily to the lane drivers. on and off. This warns others that change position, the arrow will flash 9 : Turn the knob to adjust the you are having trouble. Press again three times. headlamps. to turn the flashers off. The lever returns to its starting . Front seats occupied = 0. The turn signals do not work while position when it is released. the hazard warning flashers are on. . All seats occupied = 1. If after signalling a turn or lane change, the arrow flashes rapidly or . All seats occupied and load in Turn and Lane-Change does not come on, a signal bulb the luggage compartment = 2. Signals may be burnt out. . Driver seat occupied and load in Have any burnt out bulbs replaced. the luggage compartment = 3. If a bulb is not burnt out, check the fuse. See Instrument Panel Fuse Hazard Warning Flashers Block 0 280. Fog Lamps
Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn. An arrow on the instrument cluster will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change. Without Headlamp Levelling Raise or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. Hold it there until the lane Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Lighting 121 Interior Lighting Courtesy Lamps The courtesy lamps come on when Instrument Panel any door is opened unless the dome Illumination Control lamp override is activated. To deactivate the dome lamp override, press j OFF and the indicator light on the button will turn off. With Headlamp Levelling Dome Lamps If equipped, the fog lamps button is on the instrument panel beside the steering wheel. To turn on the fog lamps, the ignition and the headlamps or park lamps The brightness of the instrument must be on. panel lighting and steering wheel # : Press to turn on or off. An controls can be adjusted. indicator light on the instrument The knob for this feature is on the cluster comes on when the fog instrument panel beside the steering lamps are on. column. In very heavy fog, vision may be Turn the knob clockwise or improved by having the park lamps anticlockwise to brighten or dim the and fog lamps on and turning the lights. The dome lamp is in the overhead headlamps off. console. Check state laws regarding the use of fog lamps when driving. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
122 Lighting To operate, press the following Front Reading Lamps Lighting Features buttons: j OFF : Press to turn off the Entry Lighting dome lamps when a door is open. An indicator light on the button will Some exterior lamps and interior turn on when the dome lamp lamps turn on briefly at night, or in override is activated. Press j areas with limited lighting, when K OFF again to deactivate this feature is pressed on the Remote Keyless and the indicator light will turn off. Entry (RKE) transmitter. When a The dome lamps will come on when door is opened, the interior lamps the doors are opened. come on. They stay on for about 20 seconds. When all of the doors + ON/OFF : Press to turn the dome have been closed or the ignition is lamps on manually. turned on, they gradually fade out. Press the lamp lenses to turn the This feature can be changed. See Reading Lamps front reading lamps on or off. “Vehicle Locator Lights” under There are front reading lamps in the Rear Reading Lamps Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. overhead console and rear reading lamps in the headlining. These Exit Lighting lamps come on when any door is opened. Some exterior lamps and interior lights come on at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when the driver door is opened after the ignition is turned off. The dome lamp comes on after the ignition is turned off. The exterior lamps and dome lamp remain on for a set amount of time, Press the buttons to turn the rear then automatically turn off. reading lamps on or off. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Lighting 123 To turn the exterior lamps turn off This is because the generator recommended the driver reduce the immediately, turn the exterior lamp (alternator) may not be spinning fast electrical loads as much as control to off. enough at idle to produce all of the possible. See Driver Information 0 This feature can be changed. See power needed for very high Centre (DIC) 103. Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. electrical loads. A high electrical load occurs when Battery Power Protection Battery Load several of the following are on, such The battery saver feature is Management as: headlamps, high beams, rear designed to protect the vehicle’s window demister, climate control fan battery. The vehicle has Electric Power at high speed, heated seats, engine Management (EPM) that estimates cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads If some interior lamps are left on the battery's temperature and state plugged into accessory power and the ignition is turned off, the of charge. It then adjusts the voltage outlets. battery rundown protection system for best performance and extended automatically turns the lamp off after EPM works to prevent excessive life of the battery. some time. discharge of the battery. It does this When the battery's state of charge by balancing the generator's output Exterior Lighting Battery is low, the voltage is raised slightly and the vehicle's electrical needs. to quickly bring the charge back up. It can increase engine idle speed to Saver When the state of charge is high, generate more power whenever The exterior lamps turn off about the voltage is lowered slightly to needed. It can temporarily reduce 10 minutes after the ignition is prevent overcharging. The vehicle the power demands of some turned off if the park lamps or has a voltage display on the Driver accessories. headlamps have been manually left Information Centre (DIC) and you Normally, these actions occur in on. This protects against draining may see the voltage move up or steps or levels, without being the battery. To restart the 10-minute down. This is normal. If there is a noticeable. In rare cases at the timer, turn the exterior lamp control problem, an alert will be displayed. highest levels of corrective action, to the off position and then back to The battery can be discharged at this action may be noticeable to the the park lamps or headlamp idle if the electrical loads are very driver. If so, a DIC battery voltage position. high. This is true for all vehicles. and charging message displays. It is Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
124 Lighting To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, the ignition must be on or in ACC/ACCESSORY. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 125 Global Positioning Introduction Infotainment System (GPS) ...... 149 System Vehicle Positioning ...... 150 Problems with Route Overview Guidance ...... 150 Read the following pages to Introduction If the System Needs become familiar with the Overview ...... 125 Service ...... 151 infotainment system features. Steering Wheel Controls ...... 128 Map Data Updates ...... 151 Using the System ...... 129 Database Coverage { Warning Software Updates ...... 131 Explanations ...... 151 Taking your eyes off the road for Radio Voice Recognition Voice Recognition ...... 151 too long or too often while using AM-FM-DAB Radio ...... 132 any infotainment feature can Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . 134 Phone cause a crash. You or others Radio Reception ...... 134 Bluetooth ...... 158 Multi-Band Antenna ...... 135 could be injured or killed. Do not Apple CarPlay and give extended attention to Audio Players Android Auto ...... 163 infotainment tasks while driving. Avoiding Untrusted Media Settings Limit your glances at the vehicle Devices ...... 135 Settings ...... 164 displays and focus your attention USB Port ...... 135 on driving. Use voice commands Auxiliary Jack ...... 139 Trademarks and Licence whenever possible. Bluetooth Audio ...... 139 Agreements Navigation Trademarks and Licence Agreements ...... 169 The infotainment system has built-in Using the Navigation features intended to help avoid System ...... 140 distraction by disabling some Maps ...... 143 features when driving. These Navigation Symbols ...... 143 features may grey out when they Destination ...... 144 are unavailable. Many infotainment Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
126 Infotainment System features are also available through Infotainment System the instrument cluster and steering The infotainment system is controlled by directly using the infotainment wheel controls. display, or with the steering wheel controls, voice recognition or the control Before driving: panel on the instrument panel under the infotainment display. Also see Using the System 0 129, Steering Wheel Controls 0 128, Voice Recognition 0 151. . Become familiar with the system operation and infotainment Control Panel display and controls. . Set up the audio by pre-setting favourite stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers. . Set up mobile phone and mobile device numbers in advance so they can be called easily by pressing a single control or by using a single voice command.
1. O (Power) 1. O (Power) 2. g (Seek) Press to turn the power on. 3. { (Home Page) Press and hold to turn the 4. d (Seek) power off. 5. S BACK Press to mute/unmute the system when on. 6. V (Select) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 127 Turn to decrease or increase 3. { Home Page the volume. Press to go to the Home Page. When the power is on and the See “Home Page” later in this system is not muted, a quick section. status pane will display when O is pressed. Pressing O will 4. d mute the system and trigger Radio: Press and release to go this pane to show. A long press to the next station. Press and is required to actually power hold to fast seek the next track down the system. or strongest station. 2. g USB/Bluetooth: Press to seek Radio: Press and release to go the next track. Press and hold to the previous station. Press to fast forward through a track. and hold to fast seek the next Release to return to playing The Home Page is where vehicle strongest previous station. See speed. application icons are accessed. 0 AM-FM-DAB Radio 0 132. See USB Port 135 or Some applications may be disabled Bluetooth Audio 0 139. when the vehicle is moving. USB/Bluetooth: Press to seek to the beginning of the current 5. S BACK Swipe left or right across the screen or previous track. Press and to access the pages. See Press to return to the previous hold to quickly reverse through “Infotainment Gestures” in Using the display in a menu. a track. Release to return to System 0 129. playing speed. 6. V Managing Home Page Icons See USB Port 0 135 or Bluetooth Audio 0 139. Turn to highlight a feature. 1. Touch and hold any of the Press to activate the Home Page icons to enter highlighted feature. edit mode. 2. Continue holding the icon and drag it to the desired position. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
128 Infotainment System 3. Release your finger to drop the w or x : Move the thumbwheel up icon in the desired position. or down to go to the next or 4. To move an application to previous selection. Press the another page, drag the icon to thumbwheel to select a highlighted the edge of the display toward menu option. the desired page. 5. Continue dragging and dropping application icons as desired. Steering Wheel Controls The steering wheel controls allow some audio functions to be g : Press to interact with the adjusted. Bluetooth system or start voice recognition. Press and hold to Note activate Bluetooth voice Controls may vary depending on pass-through. vehicle options and equipment. See Bluetooth 0 158 or Voice Favourite and volume switches are Recognition 0 151. on the back of the steering wheel. : Press to reject an incoming c 1. Favourite: When on a radio call or end a current call. Press to source, press to select the next mute or unmute the infotainment or previous favourite. When on system when not on a call. a media source, press to select o or p : Press to go to the the next or previous track. previous or next menu option. Press 2. Volume: Press to increase or the thumbwheel to select a decrease the volume. highlighted menu option. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 129 Using the System profile can be logged into at a later Rear Climate time. Also see Personal in Settings ” ” Touch the Rear Climate icon to Audio 0 164. display the rear climate main page. Touch the Audio icon to display the Settings See Rear Climate Control System active audio source page. Examples 0 183. of available sources are AM, FM, Touch the Settings icon to display DAB, USB, and Bluetooth. the Settings menu. See Settings Camera 0 164. Phone If equipped, touch the Camera icon Apple CarPlay to access the surround vision Touch the Phone icon to display the system application. See Surround phone main page. See Bluetooth Touch the Apple CarPlay icon to Vision System 0 222. 0 158. activate Apple CarPlay after a supported device is connected. See Shortcut Tray Nav Apple CarPlay and Android Auto The shortcut tray is near the bottom 0 163. If equipped, touch the Nav icon to of the display. It shows up to four display the navigation map. See Android Auto applications. Using the Navigation System 0 140. Touch the Android Auto icon to Infotainment Display Features Users activate Android Auto after a Infotainment display features show supported device is connected. See Touch the Users icon to sign in or on the display when available. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto create a new user profile and follow When a feature is unavailable, it 0 163. the on-screen instructions. may grey out. When a feature is Only four user profiles can be active Climate selected, it may highlight. at one time in the vehicle. It may be Touch the Climate icon to display Infotainment Gestures necessary to remove a profile from the climate main page. See Use the following finger gestures to the menu before creating or signing Electronic Climate Control System control the infotainment system. into an existing profile. The removed 0 178. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
130 Infotainment System Touch/Tap Drag Nudge
Touch/Tap is used to select an icon Drag is used to move applications Nudge is used to move items a or option, activate an application, on the Home Page, or to pan the short distance on a list or a map. To or change the location inside a map. map. To drag the item, it must be nudge, hold and move the selected held and moved along the display to item up or down to a new location. Touch and Hold the new location. This can be done up, down, right, or left. This feature Fling or Swipe is only available when vehicle is parked and not in motion.
Touch and hold can be used to start another gesture, or to move or Fling or swipe is used to scroll delete an application. through a list, pan the map, or change page views. Do this by Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 131 placing a finger on the infotainment Pinch using mild soap. Do not use bleach display then moving it rapidly up or fabric softener. Rinse thoroughly and down or right and left. and air dry before next use. Spread Software Updates See your dealer for information about software updates.
Pinch is used to zoom out on a map, certain images, or a web page. Place finger and thumb apart on the display, then move them Spread is used to zoom in on a together. map, certain images, or a web page. Place finger and thumb Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces together on the display, then move and Displays them apart. For vehicles with high gloss surfaces or vehicle displays, use a microfibre cloth to wipe surfaces. Before wiping the surface with the microfibre cloth, use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that could scratch the surface. Then use the microfibre cloth by gently rubbing to clean. Never use window cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand wash the microfibre cloth separately, Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
132 Infotainment System Radio Browsing Stations From the AM, FM, or DAB display, AM-FM-DAB Radio touch 1 (Browse) on the infotainment display to list all Playing the Radio available stations. Navigate up and From the Home Page, touch the down through all stations by Audio icon to display the active scrolling the list. Touch the station audio source page. Choose from the that you want to listen to. Touch H three most recently used sources to save the station as a favourite. listed at the left side of the display Equaliser : Touch to adjust Bass, If equipped, touch Update Station or touch g to display a list of Midrange and Treble using the controls on the infotainment display. List to update the active stations in available sources. Examples of your area. available sources are: AM, FM, DAB Fade/Balance : Touch to adjust by (if equipped), USB, and Bluetooth. using the controls on the Direct Tune Infotainment System infotainment display or by tapping/ dragging the crosshair on the Sound Menu display. From any of the audio source main Finding a Station pages, touch U (Sound) to display the following: Seeking a Station From the AM, FM, or DAB option, press 7 or 6 on the instrument panel to search for the previous or next strong station. Access Direct Tune by touching T (Tune) on the infotainment display to source AM, FM, or DAB and bring up the keypad. Navigate up and down through all frequencies using Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 133 the arrows on the right side of the step at a time per touch. A touch Storing Radio Station display. Directly enter a station and hold advances through stations Favourites using the keypad. When a new quickly. station is entered, the information Favourites are displayed in the area about that station displays on the Categories at the top of the display. right side. This information will Touch and hold a preset to store the update with each new valid current station as a favourite. Touch frequency. Touch H to save the a saved favourite to recall a station as a favourite. favourite station. The keypad will grey out entries that do not contribute to a valid frequency and will automatically place a decimal point within the frequency number. Touch (X) to delete one number at a If equipped, categories displays a time. Touch and hold (X) to delete list of the available radio stations all numbers. sorted into their type; e.g. Pop, Classic, Information, etc. A valid AM, FM, DAB station will automatically tune to the new Touch Categories at the top of the Favourites can also be stored by frequency but not close the Direct Browse menu and then touch a touching H in a station list. This Tune display. Touch the Back icon category name to display a list of will highlight indicating that it is now stations available in that category. on the infotainment display or z to stored as a favourite. Touching a station will tune the radio exit out of Direct Tune. to that station. The number of favourites displayed The tune arrows on the right side of is automatically adjusted by default, the Direct Tune display tune through but can be manually adjusted in the complete station list one station Settings in the System tab under Favourites and then Set Number of Audio Favourites. It can also be Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
134 Infotainment System adjusted in Settings in the Apps tab The RDS is always on. When starting from the previously used under Audio and then Set Number information is broadcast from the line two and then if necessary, line of Audio Favourites. current FM station, the station name three. or call letters display on the audio If an RDS text update occurs during Radio Data System (RDS) screen. the paging, the display fields are The audio system has an RDS. When RDS signal information has cleared and the new information is RDS features are available for use been detected, the fields will be displayed, beginning on line two. only on FM and DAB stations that updated on the display to show the Once the entire broadcast text is broadcast RDS information. With RDS data. The radio text will be finished paging, the amount of text RDS, the radio can: updated any time new information is that can fit in lines two and three will received. . Seek to stations broadcasting be displayed and an ellipsis will the selected type of The RDS fields on the display will indicate further text exists. programming show in the order of: Radio Reception . Display messages from radio . Frequency and /or RDS-PSN. stations . RDS text line one is the Unplug electronic devices from the This system relies on receiving information provided by the accessory power outlets if there is specific information from these broadcast. interference or static in the radio. stations and only works when the . RDS text line two and three is FM information is available. In rare RDS text. Line three is used only FM signals only reach about 16 to cases, a radio station may if necessary, to wrap over from 65 km. Although the radio has a broadcast incorrect information that the text on line two. causes the radio features to work built-in electronic circuit that improperly. If this happens, contact If the RDS text information automatically works to reduce the radio station. overflows from line two and three, interference, some static can occur, the previous information given on especially around tall buildings or line two and three will clear. The hills, causing the sound to fade in overflow of information will finish and out. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 135 AM Mobile Device Usage Audio Players The range for most AM stations is Mobile device usage, such as greater than for FM, especially at making or receiving calls, charging, Avoiding Untrusted Media night. The longer range can cause or just having the mobile device on Devices station frequencies to interfere with may cause static interference in the each other. Static can also occur radio. Unplug the mobile device or When using media devices such as when things like storms and power turn it off if this happens. USB or mobile devices, consider the lines interfere with radio reception. source. Untrusted media devices When this happens, try reducing the Multi-Band Antenna could contain files that affect system treble on the radio. operation or performance. Avoid use The roof antenna is for AM, FM, if the content or origin cannot be Digital Audio DAB, and GPS (Global Positioning trusted. Broadcasting (DAB) System). Keep it clear of obstructions for clear reception. USB Port Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) is If the vehicle has a sunroof, and it is a universal broadcast system that open, reception can also be Audio stored on a USB device may indicates stations by the radio affected. be listened to. program name on the infotainment display. The DAB signal produces a constant volume and is not affected by interference from nearby frequencies. The reception quality of DAB improves if the signal is reflected by natural obstacles or buildings. If the DAB signal is unclear, reception is interrupted completely. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
136 Infotainment System The vehicle has a USB port with two Audio extensions supported by the USB MP3 Player and USB Devices outlets located at the front of the USB may include: The USB MP3 players and USB centre console. These outlets are . FLAC devices connected must comply for data and charging. . MP3 with the USB Mass Storage Class specification (USB MSC). Note: . AAC An SD card slot is provided for To play a USB device: . OGG navigation system maps. Do not 1. Connect the USB. remove the SD card or use the . 3GP slot for any other purpose. 2. Touch the Audio icon from the Gracenote Home Page. A USB port with two outlets is fitted When plugging in a USB device, g at the rear of the centre console, 3. Touch (More) and then Gracenote service builds voice tags touch the USB device. and a USB port with a single outlet for music. Voice tags allow artists, is fitted at the rear of the vehicle for albums with hard to pronounce Use the following when playing an the third row seating occupants. names, and nicknames to be used active USB source: These outlets are for charging only. to play music through voice p : Touch to play the current media Playing from a USB recognition. source. A USB mass storage device can be While indexing, infotainment j : Touch to pause playback of the connected to the USB port. features are available. current media source. My Media Library 7 : MyMedia is only available when . Touch to seek to the beginning more than one indexed device is of the current or previous track. connected. It allows access to content from all indexed media . Touch and hold to reverse sources. MyMedia will show as an quickly through playback. available source in the Release to return to playing Source page. speed. Elapsed time displays. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 137 6 : Touch 1 (Browse) and the Albums . Touch to seek to the next track. following may display: 1. Touch to view the albums on the USB. . Touch and hold to advance Playlists quickly through playback. 1. Touch to view the playlists 2. Touch the album to view a list Release to return to playing stored on the USB. of all songs on the album. speed. Elapsed time displays. 2. Touch a playlist to view the list 3. Touch a song from the list to Shuffle : Touch the shuffle icon to of all songs in that playlist. begin playback. play music in random order. 3. Touch a song from the list to Genres USB Sound Menu begin playback. 1. Touch to view the genres on See “Infotainment System Sound Examples of supported Playlist the USB. Menu” under AM-FM-DAB Radio extensions are m3u and pls. 2. Touch a genre to view a list of 0 132. Artists artists. USB Browse Menu 1. Touch to view the list of artists 3. Touch an artist to view albums When a list of songs, albums, stored on the USB. by that artist. artists, or other types of media 2. Touch an artist name to view a 4. Touch an album to view songs displays, the up and down arrows, list of all albums by the artist. on the album. and A-Z appear on the left side. 5. Touch a song to start playback. Select A-Z to view a display that will 3. To select a song, touch All show all letters of the alphabet and Songs or touch an album and iTunes Radio then touch a song from the list. touch the letter to go to. Touch to view iTunes Radio on the Touch the up or down arrow to Songs iPhone to get a list of stations. move the list up and down. 1. Touch to display a list of all Compilations songs on the USB. Touch to view the Compilations on 2. To begin playback, touch a the USB. song from the list. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
138 Infotainment System Composers: 2. Touch an audiobook to get a Select from one of the following 1. Touch to view the composers list of chapters. Browse options to save a favourite: on the USB. 3. Touch the chapter from the list Playlists : Touch H next to any 2. Touch a Composer to view a to begin playback. playlist to store the playlist as a list of albums by that File System and Naming favourite. Touch a saved favourite to composer. recall a favourite playlist. The first Examples of file systems supported song in the playlist begins to play. 3. Touch an album or All Songs to by the USB may include: view a list of songs. Artists : Touch H next to any artist . FAT32 4. Touch a song from the list to to store the artist as a favourite. begin playback. . NTFS Touch a saved favourite to recall a . HFS+ favourite artist. The first song in the Folders: artist list begins to play. The songs, artists, albums, and 1. Touch to view the directories genres are taken from the file's song Songs : Touch H next to any song on the USB. information and are only displayed if to store the song as a favourite. 2. Touch a folder to view a list of present. The radio displays the file Touch a saved favourite to recall a all files. name as the track name if the song favourite song. information is not available. 3. Touch a file from the list to Albums : Touch H next to any begin playback. Supported Apple Devices album to store the album as a Podcasts : Touch to view the To view supported devices, see your favourite. Touch a saved favourite to podcasts on the connected Apple dealer. recall a favourite album. The first device and get a list of podcast song in the album list begins to play. episodes. Storing and Recalling Media Favourites Genres : Touch H next to any Audiobooks: genre to store the genre as a 1 1. Touch to view the audiobooks To store media favourites, favourite. Touch a saved favourite to stored on the Apple device. (Browse) on the infotainment display recall a favourite genre. The first to show a list of media types. song of the genre begins to play. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 139 Podcasts : Touch H next to any Auxiliary Jack Connect a 3.5 mm cable from the podcast to store the podcast as a auxiliary device to the auxiliary input favourite. Touch a saved favourite to jack. When a device is connected, recall a favourite podcast. The the system can play audio from the podcast begins to play. device over the vehicle speakers. If an auxiliary device has already Audiobooks : Touch H next to been connected, but a different any audiobook to store the g audiobook as a favourite. Touch a source is currently active, touch saved favourite to recall a favourite (More) on the infotainment display audiobook. The first chapter in the and touch AUX to make the source audiobook begins to play. active. Media Playback and Mute Shuffle and Browse are not available in the AUX source menu. USB playback will be paused if the system is muted. If the steering The vehicle has an auxiliary input Bluetooth Audio wheel mute control is pressed jack located at the front of the again, playback will resume. centre console. Possible auxiliary Music may be played from a paired audio sources include: Bluetooth device. For details on If the source is changed while in pairing a device, see Bluetooth mute, playback resumes and audio . Audio music player or smart 0 158 will unmute. phone Volume and song selection may be . Laptop computer controlled by using the infotainment This jack is not an audio output. Do controls or the mobile device. not plug headphones into the If Bluetooth is selected and no auxiliary input jack. volume is present, check the Connect and control an auxiliary volume setting on both your mobile device while the vehicle is in device and the infotainment system. P (Park). Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
140 Infotainment System Music can be launched by touching When touching Bluetooth, the radio Navigation Bluetooth from the recent sources may not be able to launch the audio list on the left of the display or by player on the connected device to Using the Navigation touching g (More) and then start playing. When the vehicle is touching the Bluetooth device. not moving, use the mobile device System to begin playback. To play music via Bluetooth: If equipped, launch the Navigation All devices launch audio differently. application by touching the Nav icon 1. Turn on the device, and pair to When selecting Bluetooth as a on the Home Page or on the connect the device. source, the radio may show as shortcut tray near the bottom of the 2. Once paired, touch the Audio paused on the display. Press play infotainment display. icon from the Home Page, then on the device or touch p on the Navigation Map View touch Bluetooth from the recent display to begin playback. sources list on the left of the display. Browse functionality will be provided where supported by the Bluetooth Bluetooth Sound Menu device. This media content will not be part of the MyMedia See “Infotainment System Sound source mode. Menu” under AM-FM-DAB Radio 0 132. Some smart phones support sending Bluetooth music information Manage Bluetooth Devices to display on the radio. When the From the Home Page: radio receives this information, it will After opening the Nav application 1. Touch the Audio icon. check to see if any is available and for the first time, the application display it. For more information g opens in full map view displaying 2. Touch (More). about supported Bluetooth features, the vehicle's current location. When see your dealer or go to the owners 3. Touch Bluetooth. the vehicle is stopped, the search section at www.holden.com.au bar will appear along the top of the 4. Touch Devices to add or delete navigation map view. Manually devices. close the search bar by touching z. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 141 When the vehicle is moving, the } . 3D Heading Up, 2D Headings (Search) icon will replace the search Up, 2D North Up bar to maximise the full map view. . Show on Map Set Up My Places . Road Tracing (recording) From the Nav application, set up . Settings Home and Work addresses to . Edit Destination (if a route has enable one-touch navigation. To set been set) up Home and Work addresses, A To turn off the My Places bubbles, . Avoid (if a route has been set) touch and select Settings. switch Automatically show My Choose Set Up My Places; Places on startup to Off. Touch Settings to view Map and Automatically show My Places on Navigation Settings. The following startup should be on by default. If the vehicle's system is not signed may display: Select and enter Home and/or Work into a customised profile, the current . Set Up My Places. See “Set Up address and save. location icon uses a generic symbol. Once signed into a customised My Places” previously in this Touch B (current vehicle position). profile, the current location symbol section. This symbol can also be used to set will show a customised icon. See . Map Preferences up Home and Work addresses by Navigation Symbols 0 143. . Route Preferences touching the bubbles above it. Touch the drive To Home or drive To . Navigation Voice Control Touch the pop-up message that Work pop-up to start either route. appears. The message will Only one will show if the vehicle is . Alert Preferences automatically close after 15 seconds already at Home or Work. of inactivity. . Manage History Map and Navigation Settings . About Touch A while in the map view to To exit out of a list, touch z in the display options. The following may top right corner to return to the main display: map view. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
142 Infotainment System Make sure to set up preferences Auto-Zoom (Default is On) : Touch ‐ Unsealed Roads before setting a destination and On or Off. When turned on, the ‐ Ferries starting active guidance. system will automatically adjust the zoom level when the vehicle is ‐ Carpool Lanes Map Preferences approaching a turn. After the turn is ‐ Toll Roads Touch to choose between basic completed, the system automatically map feature configurations: brings the zoom back to the ‐ Tunnels Map Colours: originally set level. If the vehicle is Navigation Voice Control approaching a turn with the next . Auto – Touch to automatically turn occurring shortly after, the Touch to access the voice control change modes based on lighting Auto-Zoom will remain on until both setting display. conditions. turns are completed. . Navigation Volume – To adjust . Day (Light) Route Preferences the volume level, touch the up and down arrows. If the voice . Night (Dark) Touch to access the Route guidance prompt is being heard, 3D Landmarks (Default is On) : Preferences. The choices are: volume can also be adjusted Touch On or Off. When turned on, . Preferred Route – Choose from using the knob on the instrument the system will display all 3D two different route options: panel or the volume switch on Landmarks on the map depending Fastest or Eco-Friendly. the steering wheel. on the zoom level. ‐ Fastest would be the route . Navigation Voice Prompt Level 3D Buildings (Default is Off) : with the shortest drive time. during a Call. Options Touch On or Off. When turned on, available are: the system will display all of the ‐ Eco-Friendly would be the most fuel-efficient route. ‐ Full Prompt (Selected by possible 3D building shapes on the default) map depending on the zoom level. . Avoid on Route – Choose any of ‐ Tone Only Show Terrain in 3D (Default is the road features to avoid while Off) : Touch On or Off. When turned on route, such as: ‐ None on, the system will display terrain ‐ Highways information on the map in 3D view. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 143 Alert Preferences Maps for navigation. See Owner's Set alerts on or off during both Manual for more detail or visit The Nav application requires a map your dealer. (Error Code).” inactive and active guidance views. database to run. It is stored on an The following alerts may be SD card that is connected to the . The SD card has been removed available: infotainment system. If the map from the slot: “SD card has been . Road Safety Alerts database is not available, a missing removed. (Error Code).” SD card error message will be . Traffic Camera Alerts Touch Continue to resume after the displayed. initialisation error message. For the . Country Town Entry Alerts SD Card Error Messages other messages, touch OK to return Manage History to the Home Page. The SD card only works for one Touch Manage History to access the unique vehicle. The SD card must Navigation Symbols History options: pass authentication verification to be used for that specific vehicle. Following are the most common . Clear Recent Destinations – Potential error scenarios and symbols that appear in the Nav Touch \ to clear the recent messages include: application. destinations. . The SD card has initialised for . Clear Search History – Touch \ the first time: “Once initialised, to clear the search history. this SD card can only be used for navigation in this vehicle.” About . The SD card is not working Touch to display software properly: “SD card is not information, such as: functioning properly. This indicates the vehicle's current . Telenav (Error Code).” location and direction on the map. . Navigation Version . The SD card is not paired with the existing system: “This SD card is not valid in this vehicle Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
144 Infotainment System Current Location When the vehicle is parked and not in a Navigation session, the user icon is centred on the map view, highlighting the current location. This is the vehicle's current location Points of Interest (POIs) are places Destination icon during inactive guidance mode. of interest for parking and petrol Once a user profile is created, the stations, etc. Waypoints current location icon can be Add up to five waypoints, which are customised. additional destinations, along the This icon indicates the vehicle's route. To add an additional stop or current location and direction on waypoint: the map. . From active guidance, touch }. . Search for the destination using The progress bar provides an One-Box, Voice search, or the overview of the route progress. As Quick Category icons. the route proceeds, the vehicle icon moves up the bar. . Choose search results Along Route, Nearby, or Near Touch the icon to zoom out on the Destination. The destination pin marks the map and view the entire route. location of the final destination. Touch it again to return to the . Choose the desired waypoint Touch the pin to view the destination previous view. and touch Add to Trip or replace address or to add it or remove it the current destination by View the drive time by touching the touching New Destination. from the Favourites list. Hide the estimated time of arrival (ETA). information by touching the pin one Route options are not available for more time. It will automatically time waypoints. out if no action is taken. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 145 Arriving at a Waypoint 2. Touch Edit Destinations. information such as street names, When approaching a waypoint, the . Modify destination order by street addresses, and turn system will display a Destination touching and holding the restrictions. A detailed area includes Arrival view. To continue on to the arrow until it is highlighted. all major highways, service roads, next destination touch the Drive to Drag to move the waypoint and residential roads. The detailed message on the infotainment up or down the list. areas include Places of Interest display. (POIs) such as restaurants, airports, . Delete a waypoint by banks, hospitals, police stations, If the vehicle passes the waypoint or touching Y. A pop-up will petrol stations, tourist attractions, gets out of the current route, the appear to confirm waypoint and historical monuments. system will automatically reroute removal. Once the request The map database may not include back to this waypoint. At the same is confirmed, the system time, it will show a Drive to icon data for newly constructed areas or will remove the address map database corrections that are along with the next waypoint from the destinations list. address so the current waypoint can completed after production. The Touch z on the top right be skipped and guidance can navigation system provides full corner so the system can route guidance in the detailed map resume to the next waypoint or 0 destination. recalculate the route. areas. See Maps 143. If there is only one address Editing a Waypoint Zoom Control in the destinations list, the When waypoints are added during system will disable the The zoom control display is shown active guidance, the system allows move and delete functions. on the map view. A few ways to a stop to be deleted or the order to The system will not allow zoom in or out are: be changed. To edit a waypoint: the final destination to be . Touch + or – to zoom in or out deleted. on the map. 1. Touch A. Map Information . Double tap with one finger to zoom in or single tap with two Road network attributes are fingers to zoom out on the map. contained in the map database for map information. Attributes include Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
146 Infotainment System . Use the index finger and thumb Active Guidance View Touch the icon to change the map to zoom out by pinching and type. The icon and label will also When a destination is chosen and a then zoom in by spreading those update accordingly. navigation session is active, the two fingers on the map. navigation system enters into an Depending on the zoom level of the Map Gestures and Map Scale Active Guidance View (AGV). 2D Heading Up and 3D Heading Up maps, the system may automatically Use the following gestures on the Map Orientation switch to the 2D North Up map. infotainment display to adjust the Touch the Options icon on the map map scale and display options. When in AGV , the entire route can to access map orientation settings. be viewed in 2D North Up by . Pinch to zoom in or out. Map orientation is 3D Heading Up touching the traffic bar. The map will by default. . Pan the map. zoom out and readjust to display the Available settings are: full route. When in 2D North Up . Use two fingers to tilt down and Route View, the Recentre icon will change from 2D to 3D. Tilt up to . 3D Heading Up (Default): 3D appear in the middle of the display. change back to 2D. map with the vehicle pointing up. Touch either the Recentre icon or In this mode, the current location . Rotate the map. the traffic bar again to return to the icon will always head up and the previous view, either 2D or 3D. See Using the System 0 129. map will rotate around it. Mute . 2D Heading Up: 2D map with Lane Guidance the vehicle pointing up. In this The map will display the lane When in active guidance, the audio mode, the current location icon information for the upcoming prompts while using navigation can will always head up and the map manoeuvre if it is available. be muted. Touch the speaker icon will rotate around it. on the right side of the upper bar. Junction View A slash will appear on the speaker . 2D North Up: 2D map with North When a vehicle is on the highway to indicate voice guidance is muted. pointing up. In this mode, the current location icon will shift as and approaching the exit, an image the vehicle turns left and right. displays the lane that the vehicle must stay in to complete the next manoeuvre. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 147 Quick-Turn View touch Map Configuration to access Highway Exit Lists Auto-Zoom. This feature can be enabled or disabled. Route List Touch the menu option next to the next turn street name to display the Route List. The Route List displays the turns and directions from the current location to the final destination. When the vehicle is approaching a Touch the highway exit icon to open turn with the next turn following in Editing the Route List the Exit list. This icon displays next quick succession, a quick-turn list to the current street name near the The Route List can be edited by appears below the primary turn bottom of the display. The icon only choosing EDIT, which expands the indicator. An audio prompt will appears when on a highway with list to fill the display and enters the announce the quick turn. defined exits. Edit Mode. While in Edit Mode, an Auto-Zoom unwanted route segment can be While travelling on roads with removed from the route by touching designated exits, an Exit list may be When approaching a manoeuvre, Y next to the segment. A pop-up available. The Exit list displays the the map will automatically zoom in appears to confirm segment exit number, distance to the exit to show both the vehicle icon and removal. from the current vehicle position, the upcoming manoeuvre to give a and convenience stops that may be When the route segment has been better view of the manoeuvre. Once available, such as fuel, coffee, food, removed, all segments are replaced the manoeuvre is complete, the and lodging. system will zoom back to the by an activity indicator while the previous zoom level. Touch A on new route is recalculated. When the Next Manoeuvre Menu recalculation is complete, the the map to access Settings, then When in Active Guidance, the Next activity indicator is replaced with the manoeuvre Turn Arrow, Street new route segments. Name, and manoeuvre Distance are Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
148 Infotainment System shown in the Next manoeuvre at the End Route Accessing Favourites top of the display overlaying the Touch Cancel at the top right corner To manage favourites, touch the map. ETA, Distance to Destination, to end active guidance and return to Search icon on the Home Page. and Traffic Indicator are displayed in inactive guidance. If active guidance Touch Favourites to access the a panel pinned on the right of the is cancelled before the destination Favourites option. display. has been reached, a pop-up option In the Nav application, view the Navigation Next Turn Manoeuvre to Resume Trip will appear. Favourites list by touching H in the Alert Resume Trip search bar along the top of the Nav If the Navigation application is not The trip can be resumed if it was map view. If the search bar is open when a near manoeuvre cancelled by touching the Resume closed, touch } and select H. prompt is given, it is shown as an Trip pop-up option. alert. Touch the alert to go to the Saving Favourites If the system has determined that main navigation view or touch z to Favourites can be added from a dismiss the alert. the destination has been reached, either because the arrival view number of the system's applications. Repeat Voice Guidance displayed or the destination has Touch the favourites icon to save been passed, the Resume Trip content as a favourite. option will not appear. Renaming Navigation Favourites Favourites 1. Touch the Settings icon on the Home Page and touch the The navigation favourites can have System tab. contacts, addresses, or POIs that have been saved through the 2. Touch Favourites to access the This symbol indicates the next favourite icon on the details view. Manage Favourites option. guidance manoeuvre. Touch it to 3. Touch a saved Navigation repeat the last spoken guidance favourite to access the edit instruction. icon. Touch the edit icon to rename the favourite. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 149 4. Touch Save to store the Show POI Icons At times, other interference such as renamed favourite. the satellite condition, road To see the POI categories, touch configuration, condition of the Options, then touch Show on Map. Recents vehicle, and/or other circumstances Up to eight categories of icons can can affect the navigation system's Touch G to access a list of recent be selected. destinations. ability to determine the accurate Search position of the vehicle. Recentre Position Icon Touch Search on the infotainment The GPS shows the current position Touch the Recentre Position arrow display to open the search display. of the vehicle using signals sent by in the middle of the map view to It has a search field entry box, quick GPS satellites. When the vehicle is reset the map to the current category icon shortcuts, recents not receiving signals from the location. icon, favourites icon, and keyboard. satellites, a symbol appears in the status bar. Last Parked Location Auto Complete This system might not be available The Last Parked Location is the last Enter a partial location in the field or interference can occur if any of location the vehicle engine was entry box on the search display. the following are true: turned off. That location is displayed Auto complete will attempt to in the first row of the Recents list. complete the destination based on . Signals are obstructed by tall Touching the last Parked Location what is being entered. Touch the buildings, trees, large trucks, shows the Address Details view to suggested item to search. or a tunnel. either save the address or drive to . Satellites are being repaired or it. The Last Parked Location can be Global Positioning improved. deleted by entering the Edit display. Once the Last Parked Location is System (GPS) For more information if the GPS is deleted, it no longer appears in the The position of the vehicle is not functioning properly, see Recents list, unless the vehicle is determined by using satellite Problems with Route Guidance 0 started at that location again. signals, various vehicle signals, and 150 and If the System Needs 0 map data. Service 151. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
150 Infotainment System Vehicle Positioning . The vehicle changes directions Problems with Route more than once, or the vehicle is At times, the position of the vehicle turning on a turn table in a Guidance on the map could be inaccurate due parking lot. Inappropriate route guidance can to one or more of the following occur under one or more of the reasons: . The vehicle is entering and/or exiting a parking lot, garage, or a following conditions: . The road system has changed. lot with a roof. . The turn was not made on the . The vehicle is driving on slippery . The GPS signal is not received. road indicated. road surfaces such as sand, . Route guidance might not be gravel, or snow. . A roof carrier is installed on the vehicle. available when using automatic . The vehicle is travelling on rerouting for the next right or winding roads or long, straight . Tyre chains are installed on the left turn. vehicle. roads. . The route might not be changed . The vehicle is approaching a tall . The tyres are replaced or worn. when using automatic rerouting. building or a large vehicle. . The tyre pressure for the tyres is . There is no route guidance when . The surface streets run parallel incorrect. turning at an intersection. to a freeway. . This is the first navigation use . Plural names of places might be . The vehicle has been transferred after the map data is updated. announced occasionally. by a vehicle carrier or a ferry. . The 12-volt battery has been . It could take a long time to . The current position calibration disconnected for several days. operate automatic rerouting is set incorrectly. . The vehicle is driving in heavy during high-speed driving. . The vehicle is travelling at high traffic where driving is at low . Automatic rerouting might speed. speeds, and the vehicle is display a route returning to the stopped and started repeatedly. set waypoint if heading for a destination without passing through a set waypoint. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
Infotainment System 151 . The route prohibits the entry of a Map Data Updates Voice Recognition vehicle due to a regulation by time or season or any other The map data in the vehicle is the If equipped, voice recognition allows regulation which may be given. most up-to-date information for hands-free operation within the available when the vehicle was navigation, audio, and mobile . Some routes might not be produced. The map data is updated device applications. This feature searched. periodically, provided that the map can be started by pressing g on the . The route to the destination information has changed and the might not be shown if there are vehicle has a relevant service plan. steering wheel or by touching g on new roads, if roads have the infotainment display with the For questions about the operation of navigation application. recently changed, or if certain the navigation system or the update roads are not listed in the map process, see your dealer. However, not all features within data. See Maps 0 143. these areas are supported by voice To recalibrate the vehicle's position Database Coverage commands. Generally, only complex on the map, park with the vehicle Explanations tasks that require multiple manual running for two to five minutes, until interactions to complete are the vehicle position updates. Make Coverage areas vary with respect to supported by voice commands. sure the vehicle is parked in a the level of map detail available for For example, tasks that take more location that is safe and has a clear any given area. Some areas feature than one or two touches, such as view of the sky and away from large greater levels of detail than others. selecting a song or artist to play obstructions. If this happens, it does not mean from a media device, would be there is a problem with the system. supported by voice commands. If the System Needs As the map data is updated, more Other tasks, like adjusting the Service detail can become available for volume or seeking up or down, are areas that previously had limited audio features that are easily If the navigation system needs detail. See Map Data Updates performed by touching one or two 0 service and the steps listed here 151. options, and are not supported by have been followed but there are voice commands. still problems, see your dealer. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18
152 Infotainment System In general there are flexible ways to 2. The audio system mutes and . Auto informative prompts: This speak commands for completing the system plays a prompt type of prompt plays during the tasks. followed by a beep. first few speech sessions, then Try stating a One-Shot command, 3. Wait until after the beep automatically switches to the short prompt after some such as “Directions to address completes, then clearly speak
Infotainment System 153 Once the system completes the For best results: system where the navigation will task, or the session is terminated, . Listen for the prompt before take place, such as an Address, the voice recognition dialog stops. saying a command or reply. Intersection, POI, or Contact. An example of this type of manual If Address or Intersection is . Speak the command naturally, selected, the second command intervention is touching an entry of a not too fast, not too slow. displayed number list instead of is to say, “Change Country.” speaking the number associated . Use direct commands without a Once the system responds, say with the entry desired. lot of extra words. For example, the country before saying the “Call
154 Infotainment System If a mobile phone number has been If manual selection takes more than Voice Recognition for the saved with a name and a place, the 15 seconds, the session terminates Radio direct command should include and prompts that it has timed out. If browsing the audio sources when both, for example “Call
Infotainment System 155 “Tune to
156 Infotainment System Changes to voice commands due to name>”. The command “Play is the case, perhaps accessing media content limits are: Album” must first be spoken; the songs through playlists or artist . Files including other individual system will then ask for the album name would work better. files of all media types such as name. The reply would be to say the name of the album to play. Voice Recognition for songs, audiobook chapters, Navigation podcast episodes, and videos. Once the number of files has “Navigation” : Begin a dialogue to . Album type folders including exceeded approximately 24,000, there is no support for accessing the enter specific destination types such as albums and information. audiobooks. songs directly through voice commands. There will still be “Navigation Commands” : Begin a There are no restrictions if the access to the media content by dialogue to enter specific number of files and albums is less using commands for playlists, destination information. than 12,000. When the number of artists, and genres. files connected to the system is “Address” : Begin a dialog to enter between 12,000 and 24,000, the The access commands for playlists, a specific destination address, content cannot be accessed directly artists, and genres are prohibited which includes the entire address after the number of this type of with one command like “Play consisting of the house number, media exceeds 12,000. Infotainment System 157 “Navigate to Contact” : Begin a “Redial” : Initiate a call to the last Bluetooth voice recognition is not dialogue to enter a specific dialled number. available during an active phone destination contact name. Switch Phone : Select a different projection session, such as Apple “ ” CarPlay or Android Auto. “Cancel Route” : End route connected mobile phone for guidance. outgoing calls. “Take Me Home” : Create a route “Voice Keypad” : Begin a dialog to to a stored home location. enter special numbers like international numbers. The numbers Voice Recognition for the can be entered in groups of digits Phone with each group of digits being “Call 158 Infotainment System Phone . Pair mobile phone(s) to the Steering Wheel Controls vehicle. The system may not g : Press to answer incoming calls. Bluetooth work with all mobile phones. See Hold to start voice recognition on “Pairing” later in this section. your connected Bluetooth mobile The Bluetooth-capable system can Vehicles with a Bluetooth system phone. interact with many mobile phones, can use a Bluetooth-capable mobile allowing: c : Press to end a call, decline a phone with a Hands-Free Profile to call, or cancel an operation. Press . Placement and receipt of calls in make and receive phone calls. The to mute or unmute the infotainment a hands-free mode. infotainment system and voice system when not on a call. recognition are used to control the . Sharing of the phone's address system. The system can be used Infotainment System Controls book or contact list with the while the ignition is on or in ACC/ vehicle. For information about how to ACCESSORY. The range of the navigate the menu system using the To minimise driver distraction, Bluetooth system can be up to infotainment controls, see Using the before driving, and with the vehicle 9.1 m. Not all mobile phones System 0 129. parked: support all functions and not all mobile phones work with the . Become familiar with the Audio System Bluetooth system. See your dealer features of the mobile phone. When using the Bluetooth mobile for more information about Organise the phone book and phone system, sound comes compatible mobile phones, or go to contact lists clearly and delete through the vehicle's front audio the Owners section at duplicate or rarely used entries. system speakers and overrides the www.holden.com.au. If possible, program speed dial audio system. The volume level or other shortcuts. Controls while on a mobile phone call can be . Review the controls and adjusted by pressing the steering Use the controls on the instrument wheel controls or the volume control operation of the infotainment panel and the steering wheel system. on the instrument panel. The controls to operate the Bluetooth adjusted volume level remains in system. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Infotainment System 159 memory for later calls. The volume . Pairing only needs to be in the middle of the Phone cannot be lowered beyond a certain completed once, unless the display which will shortcut to level. pairing information on the phone the Phone List menu. changes or it is deleted from the 4. Touch Add Phone. Pairing system. A Bluetooth-enabled mobile phone 5. Select the vehicle name shown . If multiple paired phones are on the infotainment display must be paired to the Bluetooth within range of the system, the system and then connected to the from your phone's Bluetooth system connects to the paired Settings list. vehicle before it can be used. See phone that is set to First to the mobile phone manufacturer's Connect. If there is no phone set 6. Follow the instructions on the user guide for Bluetooth functions to First to Connect, it will link to phone to confirm the six-digit before pairing the phone. the phone which was used last. code showing on the Pairing Information To link to a different paired infotainment display and touch phone, see “Linking to a Pair. The code on the phone . If no mobile phone has been Different Phone” later in this and infotainment display will connected, the Phone main section. need to be acknowledged for a page on the infotainment display successful pair. will show the Connect Phone Pairing a Phone 7. Start the pairing process on the option. Touch this option to 1. Make sure Bluetooth has been connect. Another way to connect phone to be paired to the enabled on the phone before vehicle. See the phone is to touch the Phones tab at the the pairing process is started. top right of the display and then manufacturer's user guide for touch Add Phone. 2. Touch the Phone icon on the information on this process. Home Page or the phone icon Once the phone is paired, it will . A Bluetooth smartphone with on the shortcut tray near the show under Connected. music capability can be paired to bottom of the display. the vehicle as a smartphone and a music player at the same time. 3. Touch Phones at the top of the infotainment display. There is . Up to 10 phones can be paired also a Connect Phones option to the Bluetooth system. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 160 Infotainment System 8. If the vehicle name does not phone that is set as First to phone settings menu. If a phone is appear on your phone, there Connect. To enable a paired phone enabled as a Secondary Phone, it are a few ways to start the as the First to Connect phone: can connect simultaneously pairing process over. 1. Make sure the phone is alongside another Bluetooth mobile . Turn the phone off and then turned on. phone. In doing so, the Secondary back on. Phone will be labelled as Incoming 2. Touch Settings, then touch Calls. This means the mobile phone . Go back to the beginning of System. can only receive calls. The Address the Phone menus on the 3. Touch Phones to access all Book of a Secondary Phone will not infotainment display and paired and all connected be available and hands-free restart the pairing process. phones. outgoing calls cannot be placed using this phone. . Reset the phone, but this 4. Touch the information icon to step should be done as a the right of the phone to open If needed, touch the Secondary last effort. the phone's settings menu. Phone while in the Phones list to swap it into the Outgoing and 9. If the phone prompts to accept 5. Select the First to Connect connection or allow phone Incoming role. This role makes it option, to enable the setting for possible to place outgoing calls from book download, touch Always that phone. Accept and Allow. The phone the Contacts and Recents list. book may not be available if Mobile phones can be added, Listing All Paired and Connected not accepted. removed, connected, and Phones disconnected. A sub-menu will 10. Repeat Steps 1−8 to pair display whenever a request is made 1. Touch the Phone icon on the additional phones. to add or manage phones. Home Page or the phone icon First to Connect Paired Phones on the shortcut tray near the Secondary Phone bottom of the display. If multiple paired mobile phones are A mobile phone can be enabled as 2. Touch Phones. within range of the system, the a Secondary Phone by touching the system connects to the paired information icon to the right of the paired phone name to open the Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Infotainment System 161 Disconnecting a Connected Phone 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Making a Call Using Contacts 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page or the phone icon and Recent Calls Home Page. on the shortcut tray near the bottom of the display. Calls can be made through the 2. Touch Phones. Bluetooth system using personal 2. Touch Phones. phone contact information for all 3. Touch the information icon next mobile phones that support the to the connected phone to 3. Touch the new phone to link to from the not connected phone Phone Book feature. Become show the phone's information 0 familiar with the phone settings and display. list. See Settings 164 for more information about setting operation. Verify the phone supports 4. Touch Disconnect. the phone as the First to this feature. Deleting a Paired Phone Connect or as a Secondary The Contacts menu accesses the Phone. phone book stored in the phone. 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Home Page or the phone icon Switching to Handset or Hands The Recents menu accesses the on the shortcut tray near the free Mode Recents call list from your phone. bottom of the display. To switch between handset or To make a call using the 2. Touch Phones. handsfree mode: Contacts menu: 3. Touch the information icon next . While the active call is 1. Touch the Phone icon on the to the connected phone to hands-free, touch the Handset Home Page. display the phone's information option to switch to the 2. Touch Contacts. display. handset mode. 3. The Contacts list can be 4. Touch Forget Device. The mute icon will not be searched by using the first available or functional while Linking to a Different Phone character. Touch A-Z on the Handset mode is active. infotainment display to scroll To link to a different mobile phone, . While the active call is on the through the list of names. the new phone must be in the handset, touch the Handset Select the name to call. vehicle and paired to the Bluetooth option to switch to the system. hands-free mode. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 162 Infotainment System 4. Touch the desired contact 1. Touch the Phone icon on the . Touch Ignore on the infotainment number to call. Home Page. display. To make a call using the 2. Touch Keypad and enter partial Call Waiting Recents menu: phone numbers or contact Call waiting must be supported on 1. Touch the Phone icon on the names using the digits on the keypad to search. the Bluetooth phone and enabled by Home Page. the mobile service carrier to work. 2. Touch Recents. Results will show on the right side of the display. Touch one Accepting a Call 3. Touch the name or number to place a call. to call. Press g to answer, then touch Accepting or Declining a Call Switch on the infotainment display. Making a Call Using the Keypad When an incoming call is received, Declining a Call the infotainment system mutes and To make a call by dialling the a ring tone is heard in the vehicle. Press c to decline, then touch numbers: Ignore on the infotainment display Accepting a Call 1. Touch the Phone icon on the Switching Between Calls (Call Home Page. There are two ways to accept a call: Waiting Calls Only) 2. Touch Keypad and enter a . Press g on the steering wheel To switch between calls, touch the phone number. controls. Phone icon on the Home Page to display Call View. While in Call 3. Touch # to start dialling the . Touch Answer on the infotainment display. View, touch the call information of number. the call on hold to change calls. Declining a Call Searching Contacts Using the Three-Way Calling Keypad There are two ways to decline a call: Three-way calling must be To search for contacts using the supported on the Bluetooth phone keypad: . Press c on the steering wheel and enabled by the mobile service controls. carrier to work. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Infotainment System 163 To start a three-way call while in a Apple CarPlay and cable. Aftermarket or current call: Android Auto third-party cables may 1. In the Call View, touch Add Call not work. to add another call. Android Auto and/or Apple CarPlay 3. When the phone is first capability may be available through 2. Initiate the second call by connected to activate Apple a compatible smartphone. The CarPlay or Android Auto, the selecting from Recents, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay message “Device Projection Contacts, or Keypad. icons are displayed on the Home Privacy Consent” will appear. 3. When the second call is active, Page of the infotainment display. touch the merge icon to . Touch Continue to launch To use Android Auto and/or Apple Apple CarPlay or conference the three-way call CarPlay: together. Android Auto. 1. Download the Android Auto . Touch Disable to remove Ending a Call App to your Android Apple CarPlay and Android smartphone from the Google Auto capability from the . Press c on the steering wheel Play store. There is no App controls. vehicle Settings menu. required for Apple CarPlay. Other functions may . Touch # next to a call to end 2. Connect your Android phone or still work. only that call. Apple iPhone by using the The Android Auto and Apple compatible smartphone USB CarPlay icons on the Home Page Dual Tone Multi-Frequency cable and plugging into the (DTMF) Tones will illuminate depending on the USB data port located at the smartphone. Android Auto and/or The in-vehicle Bluetooth system can front of the centre console. Apple CarPlay may automatically send numbers during a call. This is If equipped, the USB ports at launch upon USB connection. If not, used when calling a menu-driven the rear of the console are for touch the Android Auto or Apple phone system. Use the Keypad to charging only. CarPlay icon on the Home Page to enter the number. For best performance it is launch. highly recommended to use the { device's factory-provided USB Press on the instrument panel to return to the Home Page. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 164 Infotainment System Features are subject to change. For Settings System further information on how to set up The menu may contain the Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in Depending on vehicle model, the following: the vehicle, see your dealer. settings menu may be organised into four categories. Select the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Time / Date desired category by touching can be disabled from the System, Apps, Vehicle or Personal. Use the following features to set the infotainment system. To do this, clock: touch Home, Settings, and then Note . Automatic Time and Date: Touch touch the Apps tab along the top of This section describes the features Off or On to enable or disable the display. Use the On/Off toggled under the System, Apps and automatic update of the time and to turn off Apple CarPlay or Personal tabs. For features in the date. When this feature is on, Android Auto. Vehicle tab see Vehicle 0 the time and date cannot be Android Auto is provided by Google Personalisation 110. manually set. and is subject to Google s terms ’ To access the settings menus: Note and privacy policy. Apple CarPlay is 1. Touch Settings on the Home provided by Apple and is subject to If automatic time and date is set, Page on the infotainment Apple's terms and privacy policy. ensure that the correct time zone is display. Data plan rates apply. For Android selected. Otherwise an incorrect Auto support see https:// 2. Touch the desired category to time and date may be displayed. support.google.com/androidauto. display a list of available . Set Time: Touch to manually set For Apple CarPlay support see options. the time using the controls on www.apple.com/ios/carplay/. Apple 3. Touch to select the desired the infotainment display. or Google may change or suspend feature setting. . Set Date: Touch to manually set availability at any time. Android the date using the controls on Auto, Android, Google, Google Play, 4. Touch the options on the the infotainment display. and other marks are trademarks of infotainment display to disable Google Inc.; Apple CarPlay is a or enable a feature. . Select Time Zone: Touch to manually set the time zone. trademark of Apple Inc. 5. Touch z to go to the top level Touch a time zone from the list. of the Settings menu. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Infotainment System 165 . 24-hour Format: Touch to specify . Used by Applications. . Maximum Startup Volume: This the clock format shown. feature adjusts the maximum Display Touch Off or On to disable or volume of the infotainment enable. Touch and the following may system when you start your display: vehicle. To set the maximum Language . Mode: This adjusts the startup volume, touch the This will set the display language appearance of the navigation controls on the infotainment used on the infotainment display. map view and any downloaded display to increase or decrease. It may also use the selected Apps optimised for day or night . Audible Touch Feedback: This language for voice recognition and time conditions. Set to Auto for setting determines if a sound audio feedback. Touch Language the display to automatically plays when touching the and touch the appropriate language. adjust based on bright/dark infotainment display or radio conditions. controls. This feature can be Phones Touch Auto, Day, or Night to turned off or on. Touch to connect to a different adjust the display. mobile phone or mobile device Voice source, disconnect a mobile phone . Calibrate Touchscreen: Touch to Touch and the following may or media device, or delete a mobile calibrate the infotainment display display: and follow the prompts. phone or media device. . Confirm More/Less: This setting Privacy . Turn Display Off: Touch to turn specifies how often the voice the display off. Touch anywhere recognition system confirms This setting enables or disables on the infotainment display or commands. Touch Confirm More sharing vehicle location and access press any infotainment control to have the system check with to various systems and Apps. on the instrument panel again to you more often before acting on Touch and the following may turn the display on. your commands. display: Sounds . Prompt Length: This setting . Location Services. Touch and the following may specifies the amount of detail . Types. display: the voice recognition system provides when giving you Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 166 Infotainment System feedback. Touch Auto to have . Manage Favourites: Touch to . Running Applications: Display a the system automatically adjust display a list of Audio, Phone, list of the applications currently to your speech habits. Touch and Navigation favourites. running. Informative, Short, or Auto. Favourites can be moved, . Return to Factory Settings: . Audio Feedback Speed: Touch renamed, or deleted. Resets all system settings to the Slow, Medium, or Fast to adjust To move, touch and hold the factory default. how quickly the voice favourite, and then drag up or Apps recognition system speaks. down to rearrange the position. . Tutorial Mode: Touch Off or On The menu may contain the . Set Number of Audio Favourites: following: to provide tutorial feedback on Touch to select how many the display. favourites pages can be viewed Android Auto . Allow Prompt Interruptions: This from the audio application. The This feature allows you to interact setting controls whether voice Auto setting will automatically directly with your mobile device on commands can be spoken adjust this number based on the the infotainment display. See Apple before voice prompts finish. Turn number of favourites you have CarPlay and Android Auto 0 163. this on to speak commands saved. Touch Auto, 5, 10, 15, without hearing the full prompt. 20, 25, 30, 35, or 40. Touch the controls on the Speaking while the prompt is still infotainment display to disable or playing will immediately stop Vehicle Software enable. playing the current prompt and The following may be displayed Apple CarPlay recognise your command. under the Vehicle Software title. Background noise may cause This feature allows you to interact . Updates: Touch to update the directly with your mobile device on accidental interruptions. Touch software. Off or On. the infotainment display. See Apple . About: Touch to view the CarPlay and Android Auto 0 163. Favourites infotainment system software Touch the controls on the Touch and the following may information. infotainment display to disable or display: enable. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Infotainment System 167 Audio . Set Number of Audio Favourites: . Auto Fan Speed: This setting Depending on the current audio Touch to select how many specifies the amount of airflow source, different options will be favourites pages can be viewed when the climate control fan available. from the audio application. The setting is Auto Fan. Auto setting will automatically Touch Low, Medium, or High. Touch and the following may adjust this number based on the display: number of favourites you have . Auto Cooled Seats: This setting . Tone Settings: Touch to adjust saved. Touch Auto, 5, 10, 15, automatically turns on and Equaliser and Fade/Balance. 20, 25, 30, 35, or 40. regulates the ventilated seats when the cabin temperature See “Infotainment System . RDS: This allows the Radio Data is warm. Sound Menu” in AM-FM-DAB System (RDS) to be turned on Radio 0 132. or off. Touch the controls on the . Auto Volume: This feature infotainment display to disable or Touch the controls on the enable. adjusts the volume based on the infotainment display to disable or vehicle speed. enable. . Auto Heated Seats: This setting automatically turns on and Touch Off, Low, Medium-Low, . Album Art: Select to display Medium, Medium-High, or High. regulates the heated seats when album art. the cabin temperature is cool. . Manage Favourites: Touch to . Reset Music Index: This allows The auto heated seats can be display a list of Audio, Phone the music index to be reset if turned off by using the heated and Navigation favourites. you are having difficulty seat controls on the instrument Favourites can be moved, accessing all of the media panel. renamed, or deleted. content on your device. Touch the controls on the To move, touch and hold the Touch Yes or No. infotainment display to disable or enable. favourite, and then drag up or Climate down to rearrange the position. Touch and the following may display: Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 168 Infotainment System . Auto Demist: This setting See Using the Navigation System . Delete All Vehicle Contacts: automatically turns the front 0 140. Touch to delete all vehicle stored demister on when the vehicle contacts. engine is started. Phone Personal Touch the controls on the Touch and the following may infotainment display to disable or display: If equipped, this menu allows enable. . My Number: Displays the mobile different user profile settings to be phone number of the Bluetooth added. See “Users” in Using the . Auto Rear Demist: This setting System 0 129. automatically turns the rear connected device. window demister on when the . Active Call View: Shows active The menu may contain the vehicle engine is started. call display when answering following: Touch the controls on the a call. Name infotainment display to disable or Touch the options on the Touch to edit your user name that enable. infotainment display to disable or will be displayed in the vehicle. enable. Navigation Profile Picture . Privacy: Only show call alerts in Touch and the following may the instrument cluster. Touch to choose or change your display: profile picture. Touch Off or On. . Set Up My Places Profile Identifiers . Sort Contacts: Touch to sort by . Map Preferences first or last name. Touch to have the vehicle recognise the identifier you choose. . Route Preferences . Re-sync Phone Contacts: This . Navigation Voice Control allows the device contacts to Touch Vehicle Key 1 and/or Vehicle Key 2. . Alert Preferences re-sync if you are having difficulty accessing all of the If the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . Manage History contacts on your mobile phone. transmitter is lost or stolen, see your . About dealer. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Infotainment System 169 Security Trademarks and Bluetooth Touch to have your profile secured Licence Agreements The Bluetooth word mark and logos with a PIN. Touch No or Yes. are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Delete Profile General Motors is under licence. Touch to remove the profile from the Other trademarks and trade names vehicle. Touch Remove or Cancel. are those of their respective owners. Schedule I: Gracenote EULA "Made for iPod," and "Made for iPhone," mean that an electronic accessory has been designed to connect specifically to iPod or iPhone, respectively, and has been certified by the developer to meet Apple performance standards. Music recognition technology and Apple is not responsible for the related data are provided by operation of this device or its Gracenote. Gracenote is the compliance with safety and industry standard in music regulatory standards. 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The use of such marks in this product does not imply any sponsorship, approval, or endorsement by such companies of this product. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 178 Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Climate Control Systems Electronic Climate Electronic Climate Control Control System System ...... 178 Rear Climate Control { Danger System ...... 183 Air Vents Do not sleep with the air Air Vents ...... 185 conditioning or heating system on. Serious harm or death may Maintenance occur due to a drop in oxygen Air Intake ...... 186 level and/or body temperature. Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...... 186 Air Conditioning Regular Heating, cooling and ventilation for Operation ...... 186 the vehicle can be controlled with Service ...... 186 this system. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Climate Controls 179 Climate Control Display 1. Passenger Temperature 7. SYNC (Synchronised 1. Driver and Passenger Control Temperature) Temperature Displays 2. A/C (Air Conditioning) 8. Rear Window Demister 2. Fan Control 3. Air Delivery Mode Controls 9. Power Button 3. Driver and Passenger 4. Fan Control 10. Air Recirculation Temperature Controls 5. Defrost 11. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 4. Sync (Synchronised Temperature) 6. Driver Temperature Control 5. Recirculation 6. Air Delivery Mode Control 7. Auto (Automatic Operation) 8. A/C (Air Conditioning) 9. On/Off (Power) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 180 Climate Controls The fan, air delivery mode, air Climate Control Influence on Automatic Operation conditioning, driver and passenger Fuel Economy The system automatically controls temperatures, and Sync settings the following four functions to heat can be controlled by touching The climate control system depends or cool the vehicle to the desired CLIMATE on the infotainment Home on other vehicle systems for heat temperature: page or the climate button in the and power input. Certain climate climate control display application control settings can lead to higher . Fan Speed fuel usage. tray. A selection can then be made . Air Delivery Mode on the front climate control page The following climate control displayed. settings use more fuel: . Air Conditioning Climate Control Status Display . MAX air conditioning mode . Recirculation . Defrost mode When the AUTO indicator light is lit, all four functions are operating . Extreme temperature settings, automatically. Each function can be such as 16° C or 30° C manually set and the selected . High fan speed settings setting will be shown. This cancels full automatic operation and the To help reduce fuel usage: AUTO indicator light turns off. . Use the full automatic control as Functions that are not manually set described under “Automatic will continue to be automatically Operation.” controlled, although the AUTO . Select a temperature setting that indicator light will not be lit. is higher in hot weather and To place the system in lower in cold weather. automatic mode: The climate control status display . Turn off the air conditioning 1. Press AUTO. appears briefly when the instrument when it is not needed. panel climate controls are adjusted. 2. Set the driver and passenger . Only use defrost to clear the temperature. windows. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Climate Controls 181 To find your comfort setting, climate control system will turn on The driver side or passenger side start with 22 °C and allow the and deliver airflow per the current temperature display shows the system time to stabilise. Then setting. temperature setting increasing or adjust the temperature as 9 : Turn clockwise or anticlockwise decreasing. needed for best comfort. to increase or decrease the fan Air Delivery Mode Control : Press To improve fuel efficiency and to speed. Press the knob to turn the Y, \, [, or - to change the cool the vehicle faster, recirculation fan off. direction of the airflow. An indicator may be automatically selected in Press AUTO to return to automatic light comes on in the selected mode warm weather. operation. button. The recirculation light will not come Driver and Passenger Changing the mode cancels the on when automatically controlled. Temperature Control : The automatic operation and the system Press @ to manually select temperature can be adjusted goes into manual mode. Press recirculation; press it again to select separately for the driver and AUTO to return to automatic outside air. passenger. operation. Y Do not cover the solar sensor on the Turn the knob clockwise or : Air is directed to the instrument top of the instrument panel near the anticlockwise to increase or panel outlets. windscreen. This sensor regulates decrease the driver or passenger \ : Air is divided between the air temperature based on sun load. temperature setting. instrument panel and floor outlets. See “Sensors” later in this section. SYNC : Press to link the passenger Some air is directed toward the Manual Operation and rear climate temperature windscreen and side window settings, if equipped, to the driver outlets. O : Press to turn the climate control setting. The SYNC indicator light will [ : Air is directed to the floor system on or off. When the system turn on. When the passenger or rear outlets, with some to the is off, you may feel air through the climate temperature settings are windscreen, side window outlets, vents when travelling at high speed. adjusted, the SYNC indicator light and second row floor outlets. When the system is on, a button is is off. pressed, or knob is turned, the Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 182 Climate Controls - : This mode clears the windows @ : Press to turn on recirculation. of fog or moisture. Air is directed to An indicator light comes on. Air is Caution the windscreen, floor outlets, and recirculated to quickly cool the Using a razor blade or sharp side window vents. The system inside of the vehicle. It can also be object to clear the inside rear automatically forces outside air into used to help reduce outside air and window can damage the rear the vehicle and the air conditioning odours that enter the vehicle. The window demister. Repairs would compressor will run, unless the air conditioning compressor also outside temperature is close to comes on when this mode is not be covered by the vehicle freezing. activated. warranty. Do not clear the inside rear window with sharp objects. 0 : Press to clear the windscreen Rear Window Demister of fog or frost more quickly. Air is directed to the windscreen and the The rear window demister uses a Heated Mirror : The exterior mirrors side window vents. The air warming grid to remove fog from the heat to help clear fog or frost from conditioning compressor also comes rear window. the surface of the mirror when the on, unless the outside temperature : Press to turn the rear window rear window demist button is K 0 is below freezing. demister on or off. An indicator light pressed. See Heated Mirrors 41. Do not drive the vehicle until all on the button comes on to show that Remote Vehicle Start Climate windows are clear. the rear window demister is on. Control Operation : The climate control system may run when the See Air Vents 0 185. The rear window demister only works when the ignition is on. The vehicle is started remotely. The rear A/C : Press to turn the air demister turns off if the ignition is demist may come on during a conditioning system on or off. An turned to off or Accessory mode. remote start based on cold ambient indicator light comes on to show conditions. The rear demist indicator that the air conditioning is enabled. light does not come on during a If the fan is turned off, the air remote start. conditioner will not run. The A/C If equipped, the heated seats will light will stay on even if the outside turn on if it is cold outside or the temperatures are below freezing. ventilated seats will turn on if it is hot outside. The heated and Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Climate Controls 183 ventilated seat indicator lights may Any cover on the front of the not come on during a remote start. vehicle, could cause a false reading See Remote Vehicle Start 0 28. in the displayed temperature. Sensors The climate control system uses the information from these sensors to maintain comfort settings by adjusting the outlet temperature, fan speed, and air delivery mode. The system may also supply cooler air to the side of the vehicle facing the sun. The recirculation mode will also be used as needed to maintain cool outlet temperatures. 1. Fan Control 2. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Rear Climate Control 3. MODE (Air Delivery Mode System Control) The rear climate control system 4. TEMP (Temperature Control) The solar sensor, located in the control panel is on the rear of the defrost grille in the middle of the centre console. The rear climate control system can instrument panel, monitors the solar also be controlled by touching Rear heat. Do not cover the solar sensor Climate on the infotainment or the system will not work properly. Home page. There is also an exterior temperature sensor behind the front grille. This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature inside the vehicle. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 184 Climate Controls climate control settings can now be Automatic Operation adjusted from the front AUTO : Touch AUTO or Rear Auto passenger area. on the display to automatically Front : Touch Front on the rear control air delivery and fan speed. climate control display to open the AUTO is highlighted in the display front climate control display. when automatic operation is active. On/Off : Touch On/Off on the rear If any of the climate control settings climate display to turn the rear are manually adjusted, this cancels climate control on or off. full automatic operation. Sync : Touch Sync on the display to When SYNC is active, the SYNC link the rear climate control button will be highlighted. Rear Climate Display temperature to the front climate Manual Operation control driver temperature. The 1. Temperature Controls Sync indicator will be lit. If the rear 9 : Turn the knob clockwise or 2. Fan speed climate control temperature setting anticlockwise, or touch and hold the fan control on the display to 3. Air Delivery Mode Controls is adjusted this unlinks the driver and rear temperatures. The Sync increase or decrease the fan speed. 4. Sync (Synchronised indicator turns off. TEMP : Turn the knob clockwise or Temperatures) Q : Touch Q to lock or unlock the anticlockwise, or touch and hold the 5. Rear Control Lockout rear climate controls on the rear of temperature controls on the display to adjust the rear passenger 6. Auto (Automatic Operation) the centre console. When locked, the rear climate control system can temperature. If SYNC is lit, the rear 7. On/Off only be adjusted from the rear climate temperature is linked to the Rear : Touch Rear on the front climate display. driver temperature setting. climate control display to open the [ / Y / \ or MODE : Touch the rear climate control display. The rear desired mode button on the display or press MODE on the rear climate controls to change the direction of Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Climate Controls 185 the airflow in the rear seating area. Air Vents Operation Tips Repeatedly touch MODE until the . Keep the path under all seats desired mode appears on the Use the louvers and slider in the clear of objects to help circulate display. centre of the air vents to change the direction and also to shut off the the air inside the vehicle more airflow. effectively. There are overhead outlets in the . If fogging reoccurs while in Y or rear passenger area; adjust as \ modes with mild temperature needed. throughout the vehicle, turn on the air conditioner to reduce Keep all outlets open whenever windscreen fogging. possible for best system performance. { Warning Do not attach objects to the vents. Damage or injury may occur. Fixed Air Vents The demister and floor-level outlets are fixed. They direct air to the windscreen, front doors and feet. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 186 Climate Controls Maintenance Service All vehicles have a label under the Air Intake bonnet that identifies the refrigerant Outside air is drawn into the vehicle used in the vehicle. The refrigerant through the opening between the system should only be serviced by bonnet and the windscreen, unless trained and certified technicians. recirculation has been selected. The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or Keep the area clear of debris. replaced by one from a salvage vehicle. It should only be replaced Passenger Compartment by a new evaporator to ensure Air Filter proper and safe operation. During service, all refrigerants Pollen/dust filter should be reclaimed with proper A passenger compartment air filter equipment. Venting refrigerants may be fitted to filter contaminants directly to the atmosphere is harmful such as pollen and dust from to the environment and may also entering the vehicle. This can be create unsafe conditions based on fitted by a Holden Dealer. See the inhalation, combustion, frostbite, Service and Warranty Booklet for or other health-based concerns. the maintenance schedule. The air conditioning system requires periodic maintenance. See your Air Conditioning Regular dealer for service. Operation Switch air conditioning on for at least 5 to 10 minutes once every 2 weeks to lubricate the system, even in winter. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 187 Brakes Side Blind Zone Driving and Antilock Brake Alert (SBZA) ...... 237 Operating System (ABS) ...... 199 Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . 237 Electric Parking Brake ...... 200 Traffic Sign Assistant ...... 239 Brake Assist ...... 201 Lane Departure Driving Information Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 202 Warning (LDW) ...... 242 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 242 Driving Environment ...... 188 Ride Control Systems Steering ...... 189 Traction Control/Electronic Fuel Off-Road Driving ...... 189 Stability Control ...... 202 Fuel ...... 244 Starting and Operating Hill Descent Control (HDC) . . . 204 Recommended Fuel ...... 245 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 191 Driver Mode Control ...... 205 Filling the Tank ...... 246 Ignition Positions ...... 191 Cruise Control Trailer Towing Starting the Engine ...... 193 Cruise Control ...... 206 Trailer Towing ...... 247 Stop/Start System ...... 194 Speed Limiter ...... 208 Towing Equipment ...... 250 Retained Accessory Adaptive Cruise Control ...... 210 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . 251 Power (RAP) ...... 195 Parking ...... 195 Driver Assistance Systems Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Engine Exhaust Driver Assistance Systems . . . 218 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . 220 Equipment ...... 252 Engine Exhaust ...... 195 Surround Vision System ...... 222 Automatic Transmission Parking Assist ...... 225 Automatic Transmission ...... 196 Advanced Parking Assist . . . . . 229 Manual Mode ...... 197 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Tow/Haul Mode ...... 198 System ...... 230 Autonomous Emergency Drive Systems Braking (AEB) ...... 233 All-Wheel Drive ...... 199 Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System ...... 235 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 188 Driving and Operating Driving Information All Wheel Drive (AWD) Loose Articles The vehicle may be equipped with Do not leave loose articles or Driving Environment AWD which provides a high degree luggage in the passenger of stability and grip while driving. compartment. Secure in the rear Before Entering the Vehicle For further information see load area. Check the windows, mirrors and All-Wheel Drive 0 199. lamps are clean. Brakes { Warning Visually check tyre inflation. Check . Do not let the vehicle run down Portable gas cylinders can leak, tyre pressures weekly. hills or coast with the engine off, creating a risk of fire or explosion. Before Driving Off as the power assistance does As a precaution, ensure adequate not operate. 1. Close and secure all doors. ventilation when carrying gas . Ensure that there are no 2. Position the seat for cylinders. obstructions that could limit comfortable driving. brake pedal use. They must be restrained from 3. Adjust rear view mirrors. rolling around and where . Continuous or heavy use of possible, placed in the rear load 4. Fasten seat belts. brakes will shorten the life of the compartment of the vehicle. 5. Check that warning indicators brake pads. It is recommended that if gas illuminate when turning the . See Antilock Brake System cylinders are frequently ignition on. See Warning (ABS) 0 199. Lights, Gauges, and Indicators transported that a purpose-built 0 88. Loading the Vehicle carrying compartment be used. Loading the vehicle may change the Ensure any transportation of gas handling when driving. See Vehicle cylinders complies with the Weight 0 311. applicable regulations. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 189 Tyre Grip If the steering assist is used for an extended period of time while the Caution Tyre grip decreases when water, vehicle is not moving, power assist snow, ice, gravel and other may be reduced. The AWD system is designed to materials are on the road. Adjust provide additional traction and your driving to the road conditions. If the steering wheel is turned until it stability. The vehicle is not reaches the end of its travel and is . Reduce speed during wet designed to be driven over severe held against that position for an conditions. four wheel drive tracks and may extended period of time, power not have sufficient ground . Regularly check the tyres are steering assist may be reduced. clearance. correctly inflated. See Tyre Normal use of the power steering Pressure 0 285. Always drive with care and assist should return when the . Replace tyres when tread wear system cools down. attention. indicators are visible. See Tread See your dealer if there is a Travel with another vehicle when Depth 0 287. problem. driving on remote or poor quality roads. Steering Off-Road Driving Electric Power Steering All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles may Before driving off-road: The vehicle has electric power be driven off-road. See All-Wheel . Check the fuel level. See Fuel steering. It does not have power Drive 0 199. 0 244. steering fluid. Regular maintenance Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles . Check all tyre pressures. See is not required. are designed primarily for on-road Tyre Pressure 0 313. If power steering assist is lost due use or well maintained unsealed . Check fluids levels. See Engine to a system malfunction, the vehicle roads. Compartment Overview 0 258. can be steered, but may require increased effort. While driving off-road: . Be alert to unexpected restrictions. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 190 Driving and Operating . Be aware of uncommon noises . Check the body, steering, Immediately after driving through from the tyres and the engine. suspension, wheels, tyres, water, drive slowly and check the . Always drive at a speed at which exhaust system, fuel lines and brake pedal force. If the brakes are you are able to maintain control cooling system. wet, press firmly several times to of the vehicle. Note dry them out quickly. Regular off-road driving requires Caution more frequent maintenance. When driving off-road, sudden Water Crossing motion and manoeuvres can Before crossing water: make you lose control of the . Switch off the air-conditioning. steering. This could cause a collision. Therefore, when driving . Do not attempt to drive through on-road and off-road, you and water more than 300 mm deep. your passengers should wear . Never drive into fast-running seat belts. water. The force of the water can easily move the vehicle After driving off-road: sideways, possibly into deeper water. . Remove any debris from under the vehicle or bonnet. It may . Drive through water slowly and become a fire hazard. evenly at a speed of 10 km/h. Driving too fast may cause water . After driving through mud or to enter the engine and cause sand, clean and check the brake major damage. linings. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 191 . Engine Stop, Ignition off Starting and Caution (Continued) Operating The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Follow this guideline every transmitter must be in the vehicle for the system to operate. New Vehicle Break-In time new brake linings are fitted. If the push-button start is not working, the vehicle may be near a Caution Ignition Positions strong radio antenna signal causing interference to the keyless entry Use the following guidelines to system. See Remote Keyless Entry improve vehicle performance and (RKE) System Operation 0 23. longevity: . Do not drive at any one Engine Stop, Ignition Off (No constant speed, fast or slow, Indicator Lights) for the first 800 km. When the vehicle is stopped, press . Do not make full-throttle the ENGINE START/STOP button starts and avoid once to turn the ignition off. down-shifting to brake or . If the vehicle is in P (Park), the slow the vehicle. ignition will turn off and Retained . Avoid making hard stops for Accessory Power (RAP) will the first 350 km or so. remain active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 195. During this time the new The vehicle has an electronic brake linings are not yet keyless ignition with push-button . If the vehicle is not in P (Park), worn-in. Hard stops with start. the ignition will return to new linings can result in Accessory mode and display the Pressing the ENGINE START/STOP premature wear and earlier message Shift To Park in the button cycles through three modes: replacement. Driver Information Centre (DIC). (Continued) . Accessory . Ignition on, Engine Start / Run Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 192 Driving and Operating When the vehicle is shifted into to N (Neutral), firmly apply the The ignition will switch from P (Park), the ignition system will brakes and steer the vehicle to Accessory mode to off after turn off. a safe location. five minutes to prevent battery run-down. Emergency Engine Stop 3. Come to a complete stop. Shift to P (Park) and turn the Start / Run (Green Indicator { Warning ignition off. Light) 4. Set the electric parking brake. This mode is for starting the engine. Turning off the vehicle while See Electric Parking Brake moving may cause loss of power 0 200. Place the shift lever to P (Park) or assist in the brake and steering N (Neutral). If the vehicle cannot be pulled over systems and disable the airbags. and must be turned off while driving, Customer care the brake pedal and While driving, only shut the press and hold the ENGINE START/ press the ENGINE START/STOP vehicle off in an emergency. STOP button for longer than button once. two seconds, or press twice in Release the button after the starting Do not turn the engine off when the five seconds. procedure begins. Engine cranking vehicle is moving. Accessory Mode (Amber will continue until the engine starts. If the engine must be turned off in Indicator Light) See Starting the Engine 0 193. The an emergency: ignition will then remain on. This mode allows you to use some 1. Brake using a firm and steady electrical accessories when the Ignition On pressure. Do not pump the engine is off. brakes repeatedly as this may With the vehicle off and the brake deplete power assist, requiring With the ignition off, pressing the pedal NOT applied, pressing and increased brake pedal force. ENGINE START/STOP button one holding the ENGINE START/STOP time without the brake pedal applied button for more than five seconds 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). will place the ignition system in will place the vehicle in Ignition on This can be done while the Accessory mode. mode. The instruments and audio vehicle is moving. After shifting systems will operate as they do in Start / Run, but the vehicle will not Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 193 be able to be driven. The engine will 2. Place the shift lever in P (Park) Information Centre (DIC) will display not start in Ignition on mode. Press or N (Neutral). The engine will a message. See Remote Keyless the button again to turn the not start if the shift lever is in Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 23. ignition off. any other position. If the engine does not start after Steering Column Lock 10 seconds of cranking, wait Caution one minute for the starter motor to The vehicle has an electric steering cool, then try the same steps again. column lock. The lock is activated Do not try to shift to P (Park) if when the vehicle is turned off and the vehicle is moving. If you do, Caution either front door is opened. A sound you could damage the may be heard as the lock actuates transmission. Shift to P (Park) Cranking the engine for long or releases. only when the vehicle is stopped. periods of time by pressing the When starting the engine, the ENGINE START/STOP button steering column lock may not 3. With the Remote Keyless Entry immediately after cranking has release if the wheels are turned off (RKE) transmitter in the ended, can overheat and damage centre. If this happens, the vehicle vehicle, press the brake pedal the starter motor and drain the may not start. Move the steering battery. wheel from left to right while 4. Press the ENGINE START/ attempting to start the vehicle. If this STOP button. When the engine Wait at least 1 minute between does not work, the vehicle may begins cranking, release the each try to let the starter motor need service. button. cool down. Once the engine starts, the idle Starting the Engine speed will go down as the When the engine is very cold, let it engine gets warm. Do not race 1. Apply the electric parking run for a few minutes before driving. the engine immediately after brake. Release it only after This lets oil pressure build up. The starting it. starting the engine and you are engine may sound louder when it ready to drive off. If the RKE transmitter is not in the is cold. vehicle, if there is interference, or if the RKE battery is low, the Driver Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 194 Driving and Operating Stop/Start System . The vehicle battery has recently been disconnected. The automatic engine stop/start system helps to conserve fuel and . Minimum vehicle speed has not reduce exhaust emissions. been reached since the last Auto-Stop. When conditions allow, the system switches off the engine (performs an . The accelerator pedal is Auto-Stop) once the vehicle is at a pressed. stand still, e.g. at traffic lights, etc. . The engine or transmission is It has components designed for the not at the required operating increased number of starts. temperature. . The outside temperature is not { Warning An Auto Stop is indicated by the in the required operating range. tachometer needle moving to the The vehicle is in any gear other The automatic engine Stop/Start AUTO STOP position. Once the . than D (Drive). feature causes the engine to shut engine restarts, the engine speed off while the vehicle is still on. Do indication is resumed. . Tow/Haul Mode or other drive not exit the vehicle before shifting modes have been selected. to P (Park). The vehicle may Auto Stop may be deactivated and not operate, or an engine in Auto . The vehicle is on a steep hill or restart and move unexpectedly. Stop may restart if a condition such incline. Always shift to P (Park), and then as the following is detected: turn the ignition off before exiting . The driver's door has been the vehicle. . The climate control settings opened or driver's seat belt has require the engine to be running been unbuckled. to cool or heat the vehicle . The bonnet has been opened. Auto Stop interior. An Auto-Stop may be activated . The Auto-Stop has reached the . The vehicle battery charge maximum allowed time. once the vehicle is at a standstill is low. while the brake pedal is applied. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 195 Retained Accessory (with the RKE transmitter within Engine Exhaust 1 m of the door handle) to lock Power (RAP) all doors and arm the alarm Some vehicle accessories may be system. See Vehicle Alarm { Warning used after the ignition is turned off. System 0 38. Engine exhaust contains carbon The power windows and sunroof, Note monoxide (CO), which cannot be if equipped, will continue to operate The engine fan may keep going for seen or smelled. Exposure to CO for up to 10 minutes or until any several minutes after the ignition can cause unconsciousness and door is opened. has been turned off. This is normal. even death. The infotainment system will Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: continue to operate for 10 minutes, { Warning until the driver's door is opened, . The vehicle idles in areas or until the ignition is turned on or Be careful where you park or with poor ventilation placed in Accessory mode. drive. As with any vehicle, do not (parking garages, tunnels, park or operate the vehicle in deep snow that may block Parking areas where combustible underbody airflow or tail materials such as dry grass or pipes). 1. Apply the electric park brake. leaves can come in contact with a . The exhaust smells or 2. Select position P (Park). hot exhaust system. sounds strange or different. 3. Close all windows. Exhaust gases are hazardous, . The exhaust system leaks 4. Turn the ignition off, remove especially if they concentrate in due to corrosion or damage. closed rooms. the Remote Keyless Entry . The vehicle exhaust system (RKE) transmitter and exit the Never leave the engine running in has been modified, vehicle. an enclosed space such as a damaged, or improperly repaired. 5. Press the Q button on the RKE closed garage or underground transmitter, or press the lock/ car park. (Continued) unlock button on a door handle Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 196 Driving and Operating Automatic the shift lever to P and apply the Warning (Continued) electric parking brake before leaving Transmission the vehicle. . There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket Caution modifications that are not Selecting position P while the completely sealed. vehicle is still moving can cause If unusual fumes are detected or damage to the transmission. if it is suspected that exhaust is Do not press the accelerator coming into the vehicle: pedal with the brakes applied in . Drive it only with the any gear except position P or N. windows completely down. This will overheat the . Have the vehicle repaired transmission. immediately. Never park the vehicle with the Press the select button on the front The vehicle has an automatic engine running in an enclosed of the shift lever to move into any transmission shift lock control area such as a garage or a position. The lever position is system. Fully press the brake pedal building that has no fresh air displayed in the Driver Information and then press the shift lever select ventilation. Centre (DIC). button before shifting from P when the ignition is on. Note The engine will not start unless the If you cannot shift out of P, ease shift lever is in position P or N. pressure on the shift lever, then push the shift lever all the way into P: This position locks the drive P as you maintain brake application. wheels. Use P (Park) when starting Then press the shift lever button the engine because the vehicle and move the shift lever into cannot move easily. Always move another gear. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 197 R: Use this gear to reverse. be higher and there may be an Warning (Continued) increase in noise during the following conditions: Caution Do not coast the vehicle in . When climbing a gradient. Shifting to R (Reverse) while the position N – this decreases your vehicle is moving forward could control and ability to accelerate . When driving downhill. quickly in an emergency. damage the transmission. The . When driving in hot repairs would not be covered by temperatures or at high altitude. the vehicle warranty. Shift to D: This position is for normal R (Reverse) only after the vehicle driving. The transmission will select Caution is stopped. the appropriate gear according to the current load and driving Do not use the accelerator pedal conditions, and will provide optimum to hold the vehicle stationary on N: In this position, the engine does fuel economy. If more power is not connect with the wheels. To an uphill gradient. Use the needed for passing, press the brakes. restart the engine when the vehicle accelerator pedal down. is already moving, use N (Neutral) only. L: Allows the driver to select the range of gear positions manually. Manual Mode { Warning This provides increased engine Electronic Range Select braking for descending steep hills or (ERS) Mode To prevent the vehicle from when driving in snow or mud. See 0 ERS mode allows you to choose the moving when position N is Manual Mode 197. top-gear limit of the transmission selected, always apply the Operating Modes and the vehicle's speed while parking brake, press the brake The transmission may operate in a driving downhill or towing a trailer. pedal or use suitable chocks to lower gear than normal to improve The vehicle has an electronic shift block the wheels. vehicle performance under certain position indicator within the (Continued) conditions. The engine speed may instrument cluster. When using the ERS mode a number will display Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 198 Driving and Operating next to the L, indicating the highest available for this pre-determined gear range shift will not be gear available for the range range is displayed next to the L in completed. You must further slow selected. the DIC. See Driver Information the vehicle, then press − (Minus) to Centre (DIC) 0 103. The number the desired lower gear range. displayed in the DIC is the highest Automatic Engine Grade Braking is gear that the transmission will be not available when the ERS is allowed to operate in. This means active. It is available in D (Drive) for that all gears below that number are both normal driving and Tow/Haul available. For example, when Mode. While using the ERS, cruise 4 (Fourth) is shown next to the L, control and the Tow/Haul Mode can 1 (First) through 4 (Fourth) gears be used. See Tow/Haul Mode 0 198. are automatically shifted by the vehicle. The transmission will not shift into 5 (Fifth) until the + (Plus) Tow/Haul Mode button is used or you shift back into See Driver Mode Control 0 205. D (Drive). To use this feature: If the transmission is in 6 (Sixth) gear when L (Manual Mode) is 1. Press the shift lever button and selected, a downshift to 4 (Fourth) move the shift lever to L will be commanded. If in 5 (Fifth) (Manual Mode). through 2 (Second) a single 2. Press + (Plus) or − (Minus) on downshift will occur. the shift lever to increase or While in L (Manual Mode), the decrease the gear range transmission will prevent shifting to available. a lower gear range if the engine When you shift from D (Drive) to L speed is too high. You have a brief (Manual Mode), the transmission period of time to slow the vehicle. will shift to a pre-determined lower If vehicle speed is not reduced gear range. The highest gear within the time allowed, the lower Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 199 Drive Systems Brakes Operation ABS operation is noticeable by All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake pulsing of the brake pedal and the noise of the regulation process. Vehicles with this feature can System (ABS) The initial self-check may also be operate in AWD Mode. See Driver The ABS: Mode Control 0 205. audible. A momentary motor or . Continuously monitors the clicking noise may be heard while vehicle's braking system this test is being performed. The preventing the wheels from brake pedal may also move slightly. locking up. This is normal. . Allows maximum braking effort Keep the brake pedal fully pressed while full steering control is throughout the braking process, retained, even in the event of without pumping it. panic braking. { Warning { Warning When the ignition is turned on, Do not let this special safety the ! warning light briefly feature tempt you into taking risks illuminates. The self-check of the when driving. Traffic safety can ABS may be audible. only be achieved by adopting a responsible driving style. You If the ! warning light (ABS off) should always adjust the vehicle's on the instrument panel display speed to suit road and traffic does not extinguish, or illuminates conditions. Always maintain an when driving, a malfunction has adequate distance to the vehicle occurred. in front of you. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 200 Driving and Operating The system has a Y Electric applied, or there is a problem with Warning (Continued) the EPB. A DIC message will Parking Brake light and a 8 Service display. Note: The vehicle's brake system Parking Brake light. remains operational, but without See Electric Parking Brake Light Release the EPB switch and try to ABS assistance. Have a Holden 0 97 and Service Electric Parking apply it again. If the light does not Dealer check the system as soon Brake Light 0 97. Parking come on, or keeps flashing, have as possible. brake-related Driver Information the vehicle serviced. Centre (DIC) messages may also Do not drive the vehicle if the Y display. In case of insufficient Electric Parking Brake electrical power, the EPB cannot be light is flashing. See your dealer. applied or released. See Electric Parking Brake Light 0 97. Before leaving the vehicle, check for 8 the Y light to ensure that the If the Service Parking Brake light parking brake is applied. or message is on or the Y light flashes when the ignition is turned EPB Apply on, pull the EPB switch. Continue to To apply the EPB: hold the switch until the Y light 1. Ensure the vehicle is at a remains on. If the 8 Service Parking complete stop. Brake light or message remains on, see your dealer. 2. Pull the EPB switch momentarily. If the EPB switch is pulled while the vehicle is moving, the vehicle will The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) The Y light will flash and then stay decelerate as long as the switch is switch is located on the centre on once the EPB is fully applied. pulled. If the switch is pulled until console and can always be If the Y light flashes continuously, the vehicle comes to a stop, the activated, even if the ignition is off. then the EPB is only partially EPB will remain applied. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 201 The vehicle may automatically apply until the Y light is off. If either light Brake Assist the EPB in some situations when stays on after release is attempted, The Brake Assist feature is the vehicle is not moving. This is see your dealer. normal and is done to periodically designed to assist the driver in check the correct operation of the stopping or decreasing vehicle EPB system. Caution speed in emergency driving conditions. If the EPB fails to apply, the rear Driving with the parking brake on wheels should be blocked to can overheat the brake system This feature uses the ABS hydraulic prevent vehicle movement. and cause premature wear or brake control module to supplement the brake system under conditions EPB Release damage to brake system parts. Make sure that the parking brake where the driver has quickly and forcefully applied the brake pedal in To release the EPB: is fully released and the brake an attempt to quickly stop or slow warning light is off before driving. 1. Turn the ignition on or to down the vehicle. Accessory mode. The ABS hydraulic brake control 2. Apply and hold the brake Automatic EPB Release module increases brake pressure at pedal. Avoid rapid acceleration when the each corner of the vehicle until the 3. Press the EPB switch EPB is applied, to preserve parking ABS activates. Minor brake pedal momentarily. brake lining life. pulsation or pedal movement during this time is normal and the driver The EPB is released when the Y The EPB will automatically release should continue to apply the brake light is off. when the engine is running, the pedal as the driving situation transmission is placed into gear, dictates. If the 8 Service Parking Brake light and an attempt is made to drive or message is on, release the EPB away by pressing the accelerator The Brake Assist feature will by pressing and holding the EPB pedal. automatically disengage when the switch. Continue to hold the switch brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 202 Driving and Operating Hill Start Assist (HSA) either case, override the hold Ride Control Systems feature by pressing the accelerator Hill Start Assist (HSA) will activate pedal and attempting to drive away. when the vehicle is stopped on a Traction Control/ moderate to steep incline to help If Standard Hold is selected, it will Electronic Stability prevent it from rolling in an hold the vehicle for two seconds unintended direction. After the brake unless the driver door is opened or Control the driver seat belt is unbuckled pedal has been released and before System Operation the accelerator pedal has been after releasing the brake pedal. pressed, HSA uses braking If Extended Hold is selected, it will The vehicle has a Traction Control pressure to hold the vehicle hold the vehicle for five minutes System (TCS) and Electronic stationary. If HSA is holding the unless the driver door is opened Stability Control (ESC). These vehicle, a DIC message displays. and the driver seat belt is unbuckled systems help limit wheel spin and HSA will not activate in a forward prior to releasing the brake pedal. assist the driver in maintaining drive gear when facing downhill, When deactivated after five minutes, control, especially on slippery road or in R (Reverse) when facing uphill. or if it is deactivated when the driver conditions. seat belt is unlatched or the driver TCS activates if it senses that any Select the duration of the HSA door is opened, the Electric Parking of the drive wheels are spinning or feature through vehicle Brake will engage to prevent vehicle beginning to lose traction. When this personalisation. See ”Extended Hill movement. Start Assist” under “Comfort and happens, TCS applies the brakes to Convenience” in Vehicle the spinning wheels and reduces Personalisation 0 110. When engine power to limit wheel spin. Standard Hold is selected, the ESC activates when the vehicle vehicle is held stationary for up to senses a difference between the two seconds after the brake pedal is intended path and the direction the released. When Extended Hold is vehicle is actually travelling. ESC selected, the vehicle is held selectively applies braking pressure stationary for up to five minutes to any one of the brakes to assist after the brake pedal is released. In the driver in keeping the vehicle on the intended path. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 203 If cruise control is being used and It is recommended to leave both maintaining control. The vehicle is TCS or ESC begins to limit wheel systems on for normal driving safe to drive, but driving should be spin, cruise control will disengage. conditions, but it may be necessary adjusted accordingly. Cruise control may be turned back to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets d on when road conditions allow. TCS stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow. If comes on and stays on: and ESC will automatically turn on See “Turning the Systems Off and 1. Stop the vehicle. when cruise control is set. On” later in this section. 2. Turn the engine off and wait 15 seconds. { Warning 3. Start the engine. Do not let this special safety 4. Drive the vehicle. feature tempt you into taking risks when driving. Traffic safety can If d comes on and stays on, the only be achieved by adopting a vehicle may need more time to responsible driving style. The The indicator light for both systems diagnose the problem. If the vehicle's speed should always be is in the instrument cluster. This condition persists, see your dealer. adjusted to suit road and traffic light will: conditions. . Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin Both systems come on . Flash when ESC is activated automatically when the vehicle is started and begins to move. The . Turn on and stay on when either systems may be heard or felt while system is not working they are operating or while If either system fails to turn on or to performing diagnostic checks. This activate, a message may display in is normal and does not mean there the Driver Information Centre (DIC), is a problem with the vehicle. and d comes on and stays on to indicate that the system is inactive and is not assisting the driver in Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 204 Driving and Operating Turning the Systems Off To turn TCS on again, press and The HDC switch is on the centre and On release g. The Traction Off light i console, behind the transmission displayed in the instrument cluster shift lever. will turn off. Press 5 to enable or disable HDC. If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g Vehicle speed must be below is pressed, the system will not turn 50 km/h. off until the wheels stop spinning. To turn off both TCS and ESC, press and hold g until the Traction Off light i and ESC OFF light g come on and stay on in the instrument cluster. A DIC message may display. A blinking HDC light indicates the To turn TCS and ESC on again, system is actively applying the brakes to maintain vehicle speed. Caution press and release g. The Traction HDC can maintain vehicle speeds Off light i and ESC OFF light in Do not repeatedly brake or g between 3 and 22 km/h on an accelerate heavily when TCS is the instrument cluster turn off. incline greater than or equal to a off. The vehicle driveline could be 10% gradient. damaged. Hill Descent When HDC is activated, the initial Control (HDC) HDC speed is set to the current To turn off only TCS, press and If equipped, HDC can be used when driving speed. It can be increased or release g. The Traction Off light i driving downhill. It sets and decreased by pressing the RES+ or displays in the instrument cluster maintains vehicle speed while SET– steering wheel controls or by and a DIC message may display. descending a very steep incline in a applying the accelerator or brake forward or reverse gear. pedal. This adjusted speed becomes the new set speed. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 205 HDC will remain enabled between AWD is active in AWD, Sport, 22 and 60 km/h, however vehicle Off-Road and Tow/Haul Modes. speed cannot be set or maintained Sport, Off-Road and Tow/Haul in this range. It will automatically Modes are cancelled with each disable if the vehicle speed is above ignition cycle and will return to Tour 80 km/h or above 60 km/h for at (FWD) Mode. least 30 seconds. Press 5 again to re-enable HDC. When using a compact spare tyre on an AWD vehicle, the system automatically detects the compact Driver Mode Control spare and reduces AWD Depending on vehicle model, the performance to protect the system. To restore full AWD operation and Driver Mode Control may have the Driver Mode Control Knob following Modes: Tour (FWD), Sport, prevent excessive wear on the All-Wheel Drive (AWD), Snow/Ice, 5 or q FWD : Vehicle is in Tour system, replace the compact spare Tow/Haul, and Off-Road. Mode. Use this mode during normal with a full-size tyre as soon as driving conditions. Tour Mode possible. Rotate the Driver Mode Control operates in Front-Wheel Drive to 6 Snow (FWD Only) : Snow Mode knob on the centre console to make improve fuel economy. a mode selection. Continue turning improves vehicle acceleration on the knob through the available 4 AWD (AWD Only) : AWD Mode snow and ice covered roads. provides drive torque to all four modes. The selected mode's icon 8 Sport : Sport Mode improves wheels. Select AWD to improve will light up on the knob. vehicle handling and acceleration traction and control on wet and on a dry road surface. When active, If the vehicle is in Tour (FWD) or slippery road surfaces, such as Sport Mode modifies steering AWD mode, it will stay in that mode gravel, sand, snow, and ice. When efforts, transmission shifting and through future ignition cycles. If the in AWD Mode, the AWD Mode AWD torque. For AWD vehicles, vehicle is in any other mode, it will indicator will be on. The AWD Mode choosing Sport Mode also engages revert back to Tour (FWD) when the will stay selected until the mode is AWD Mode. vehicle is restarted. changed. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 206 Driving and Operating 7 Off-Road (AWD Only) : Use While in the Electronic Range Cruise Control this mode for off-road recreational Select (ERS) mode, incline braking driving. Choosing Off-Road Mode is deactivated, allowing the driver to The cruise control: also engages AWD Mode. For more select a range and limiting the . Maintains the vehicle's speed information on Off-Road Mode, see highest gear available. Incline without pressing the accelerator. Off-Road Driving 0 189. braking is available for normal driving and in Tow/Haul Mode. . Will only operate at speeds _ Tow/Haul : This feature can above 40 km/h. assist when towing or hauling a See Automatic Transmission 0 196. heavy load. Use this mode to assist . Switches are located on the in maintaining desired vehicle steering wheel. speeds when driving downhill by using the engine and transmission. { Warning For AWD vehicles, choosing Tow/ Haul Mode also engages Do not use the cruise control AWD mode. when road or driving conditions require varying speeds. Automatic Engine Incline Braking A constant speed is not practical Automatic Engine Incline Braking in heavy or varying traffic or on assists when driving downhill. winding, slippery or rough roads. It maintains vehicle speed by automatically implementing a shift Remember that when I pattern that uses the engine and the illuminates green, the cruise transmission to slow the vehicle. control is maintaining the The system will automatically vehicle's speed. Taking your foot command downshifts to reduce off the accelerator pedal does not vehicle speed. The normal shift reduce the speed. To deactivate pattern will return once the vehicle the cruise control, press the brake is on a low incline or when the (Continued) accelerator pedal is pressed. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 207 When road conditions allow you to +RES : If there is a set speed in Warning (Continued) safely use it again, cruise control memory, press briefly to resume that can be turned back on. speed or press and hold to pedal or push *. Cruise control will disengage if accelerate. If cruise control is The cruise control does not apply either TCS or ESC is turned off. already active, use to increase vehicle speed. the vehicle's brakes. The vehicle If the brakes are applied, cruise may gain speed when going down control disengages. −SET : Press briefly to set the steep hills. speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, When climbing steep hills use to decrease vehicle speed. (particularly when towing), the vehicle may lose speed. In this Setting Cruise Control case, use the accelerator pedal. To set a speed: Release the accelerator pedal when the speed returns to the set 1. Press 5 to turn the cruise speed. system on. The cruise control is cancelled if 2. Accelerate to the desired Traction Control (TC) or speed. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 3. Press and release -SET. The becomes active, indicated by d desired set speed briefly flashing on the instrument panel appears in the instrument display. 5 : Press to turn the cruise control cluster. system on and off. A white indicator 4. Remove your foot from the comes on in the instrument cluster accelerator pedal. If a collision alert occurs when when cruise is turned on. cruise control is activated, cruise control is disengaged. See Forward * : Press to disengage cruise Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 230. control without erasing the set speed from memory. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 208 Driving and Operating The cruise control indicator on the . To increase the speed in small Erasing Speed Memory instrument cluster turns green after increments, briefly press +RES. The cruise control set speed is cruise control has been set to the For each press, the vehicle goes desired speed. See Instrument about 1 km/h faster. erased from memory if 5 is pressed Cluster 0 89. or if the ignition is turned off. Reducing Speed While Using Resuming a Set Speed Cruise Control Speed Limiter If the cruise control is set at a If the cruise control system is The speed limiter function can be desired speed and the brakes are already activated: * used to set a maximum speed when applied or is pressed, the cruise . Press and hold -SET until the cruise control or Adaptive Cruise control is disengaged without desired lower speed is reached, Control (ACC) is not in use. The erasing the set speed from memory. then release it. speed limiter can help prevent Once the vehicle speed reaches unintentionally driving above the . To slow down in small selected set speed. The speed can about 40 km/h or more, briefly press increments, briefly press -SET. +RES. The vehicle returns to the be set automatically or manually For each press, the vehicle goes using the steering wheel controls. previous set speed. about 1 km/h slower. Increasing Speed While Using Ending Cruise Control Cruise Control There are four ways to end cruise If the cruise control system is control: already activated: . Press the brake pedal lightly. . Press and hold +RES on the steering wheel until the vehicle . Press *. accelerates to the desired . Shift the transmission to speed, then release it. N (Neutral). . Turn off cruise control, press 5. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 209 Manual Speed Limiter To override the maximum driving speed limiter can be set up to speed, firmly press the accelerator. 8 km/h above or below the speed Press the s button. The s light The maximum set speed will flash limit. See “Adjusting Set Maximum on the instrument cluster will on the instrument cluster. Speed” later in this section. illuminate white. Press * to cancel the current set If the maximum driving speed is Manually set the maximum driving exceeded without the accelerator speed. The s light will illuminate speed by moving the thumbwheel being firmly pressed, a chime will down toward SET− or up toward white. sound and the maximum set speed +RES. The desired maximum speed Press s to turn the speed limiter will flash on the instrument cluster. will remain displayed next to the s off. The s light will turn off. To exceed the maximum driving light, which will change from white speed, firmly press the accelerator. to green. See “Adjusting Set Automatic Speed Limiter The maximum set speed will flash Maximum Speed” later in this on the instrument cluster. section. Press the s button. The s light will illuminate white. Press the s Press * to cancel the current set If the s light is on when the button again to enter automatic speed. The s light will illuminate system is not in use, the speed limiting mode. thumbwheel could be accidentally white. moved and the system go into When automatic speed limiting is Press s to turn the speed limiter speed limiting mode when not activated, a brief pop-up will appear s desired. Turn the speed limiter off with the detected speed limit. To off. The light will turn off. when speed limiting is not accept the speed limit, move the Adjusting Set Maximum Speed being used. thumbwheel down toward SET−. To decline the speed limit, move the To adjust the maximum speed when If the maximum driving speed is thumbwheel up toward +RES. If no the speed limiter function is already exceeded without the accelerator action is taken, the speed limit will activated: being firmly pressed, a chime will be automatically accepted after a sound and the maximum set speed . Move the thumbwheel down short period of time. After accepting will flash on the instrument cluster. toward SET− or up toward +RES the speed limit, the s light will until the desired speed is change from white to green and the Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 210 Driving and Operating reached. Automatic speed If a vehicle is detected in your path, limiting can be set up to 8 km/h ACC can apply acceleration or Warning (Continued) above or below the speed limit. limited moderate braking to maintain the selected following-gap. slow or stop ahead, or enter your . To increase or decrease the lane. Also see “Alerting the vehicle speed in small To disengage ACC, apply the brake. Driver” in this section. increments, move the If ACC is controlling your vehicle Complete attention is always thumbwheel down toward SET− speed when the Traction Control or up toward +RES briefly. For required while driving and you System (TCS) or Electronic Stability should be ready to take action each press, the maximum speed Control (ESC) system activates, the and apply the brakes. will change 1 km/h. ACC may automatically disengage. See Traction Control/Electronic Adaptive Cruise Control Stability Control 0 202. When road If equipped, Adaptive Cruise Control conditions allow ACC to be safely { Warning (ACC) allows the driver to select the used, the ACC can be turned cruise control set speed and a back on. ACC will not detect or brake for following-gap. Turning off the TCS or ESC system children, pedestrians, animals, or other objects. The following-gap is the time will disengage the cruise control. between your vehicle and a vehicle Do not use ACC when: detected directly ahead in your path, { Warning . On winding and hilly roads moving in the same direction. If no ACC has limited braking ability or when the sensors are vehicle is detected in your path, blocked by snow, ice, or dirt. and may not have time to slow ACC works like regular cruise The system may not detect the vehicle down enough to avoid control. ACC uses a camera and a vehicle ahead. Keep the radar sensors. a collision with another vehicle entire front of the vehicle Read this entire section before that you are following. This can clean. occur when vehicles suddenly using the system. (Continued) (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 211 J : Press to turn the system on or Switching Between ACC and Warning (Continued) off. The indicator illuminates white Regular Cruise Control . Visibility is low, such as in on the instrument cluster when ACC To switch between ACC and regular is turned on. fog, rain, or snow cruise control, press and hold *. conditions. ACC RES+ : Move the thumbwheel up A Driver Information Display (DIC) performance is limited under briefly toward RES+ to resume the message displays. See Vehicle these conditions. previous set speed or to increase Messages 0 109. . On slippery roads where vehicle speed if ACC is already fast changes in tyre traction activated. To increase speed by 1 can cause excessive km/h, move the thumbwheel up wheel slip. toward RES+. SET– : Move the thumbwheel down toward SET– briefly to set the speed and activate ACC or to decrease ACC Indicator Regular Cruise vehicle speed if ACC is already Control Indicator activated. To decrease speed by 1 km/h, move the thumbwheel down When ACC is engaged, a green ] toward SET–. indicator will illuminate on the * : Press to disengage ACC instrument cluster. When the regular without erasing the selected set cruise control is engaged, a green speed. J indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster. [ : Press to select a following-gap time (or distance) When the vehicle is turned on, the setting for ACC of Far, Medium, cruise control mode will be set to or Near. the last mode used before the vehicle was turned off. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 212 Driving and Operating ACC will not set at a speed less The ACC indicator displays on the { Warning than 25 km/h, although it can be instrument cluster. When ACC is resumed when driving at lower active, the indicator will illuminate Always check the cruise control speeds. green. indicator on the instrument cluster to determine which mode cruise To set ACC: Be mindful of speed limits, surrounding traffic speeds, and control is in before using the 1. Press J. feature. If ACC is not active, the weather conditions when selecting vehicle will not automatically 2. Drive to the desired speed. the set speed. brake for other vehicles, which 3. Move the thumbwheel down Resuming a Set Speed could cause an accident if the toward SET . – If ACC is set at a desired speed and brakes are not applied manually. 4. Remove your foot from the then the brakes are applied, ACC is You and others could be seriously accelerator. disengaged without erasing the set injured or killed. After ACC is set, it may immediately speed from memory. apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead To begin using ACC again, move Setting Adaptive Cruise is detected closer than the selected the thumbwheel up toward RES+ Control following-gap. briefly. If J is on when not in use, cruise ACC can also be set while the . If the vehicle is moving, it returns control could be activated when not vehicle is stopped if ACC is on and to the previous set speed. the brake pedal is applied. desired. Keep J off when cruise is . If the vehicle is stopped with the not being used. brake pedal applied, move the thumbwheel up toward RES+ Select the set speed desired for and release the brake pedal. cruise. This is the vehicle speed ACC will hold the vehicle until when no vehicle is detected in the thumbwheel is moved up its path. toward RES+ or the accelerator pedal is pressed. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 213 A green ACC indicator and the set When the accelerator pedal is toward RES+ when there is no speed display on the instrument pressed, ACC will not brake longer a vehicle ahead will cluster. The vehicle ahead indicator because it is overridden. The cause ACC to resume. may be flashing if a vehicle ahead ACC indicator on the instrument When it is determined there is no was present and moved. See panel will illuminate blue. vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead “Approaching and Following a . Hold the thumbwheel up toward is beyond the selected Vehicle” later in this section. RES+ until the desired set following-gap, then the vehicle Once ACC has resumed, if there is speed appears on the display, speed will increase to the set speed. no vehicle ahead, if the vehicle then release it. ahead is beyond the selected Reducing Speed While ACC is . To increase vehicle speed in at a Set Speed following-gap, or if the vehicle has small increments, briefly move exited a sharp curve, then the the thumbwheel up toward RES If ACC is already activated, do one vehicle speed will increase to the +. For each press, the vehicle of the following: set speed. increases speed by . Use the brake to reduce speed. Increasing Speed While ACC is about 1 km/h. Release the brake and move the at a Set Speed The set speed can also be thumbwheel down toward SET– increased while the vehicle is . The vehicle will now cruise at If ACC is already activated, do one the lower speed. of the following: stopped. . Hold the thumbwheel down . Use the accelerator to increase . If stopped with the brake toward SET– until the desired speed. Move the thumbwheel applied, move the thumbwheel up toward RES+ until the lower speed is reached, then down toward SET– . Release release it. the control and the accelerator desired set speed is displayed. pedal. The vehicle will now . If ACC is holding the vehicle at a . To decrease the vehicle speed in cruise at the higher speed. stop and there is another vehicle smaller increments, briefly move directly ahead, moving the the thumbwheel down toward thumbwheel up toward RES+ SET−. For each press, the will increase the set speed. vehicle reduces speed by Moving the thumbwheel up about 1 km/h. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 214 Driving and Operating Selecting the range of selectable gaps may not be Approaching and Following a Follow-Distance Gap appropriate for all drivers and Vehicle driving conditions. When a slower moving vehicle is detected ahead within the selected Changing the gap setting following-gap, ACC will adjust the automatically changes the alert vehicle's speed and attempt to timing sensitivity (Far, Medium, maintain the follow-distance gap or Near) for the Forward Collision selected. Alert (FCA) feature. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 230. Press [ on the steering wheel to Alerting the Driver The vehicle-ahead indicator is in the adjust the following-gap. Each press instrument cluster. cycles through three settings: Far, Medium, or Near. The vehicle-ahead indicator only displays when a vehicle is detected When pressed, the current gap in your vehicle's path moving in the setting displays briefly on the same direction. instrument cluster. The gap setting will be maintained until it is If this symbol is not displaying, ACC changed. will not respond to or brake for If ACC is engaged, driver action vehicles ahead. Since each gap setting corresponds may be required when ACC cannot to a following time (Far, Medium, ACC automatically slows the vehicle apply sufficient braking because of or Near), the following-distance will down and adjusts vehicle speed to approaching a vehicle too rapidly. vary based on vehicle speed. The follow the vehicle in front at the faster the vehicle speed, the further When this condition occurs, six red selected follow-gap. The vehicle back your vehicle will follow a lights will flash on the windscreen. speed increases or decreases to vehicle detected ahead. Consider Either eight beeps will sound from follow the vehicle in front of you, but traffic and weather conditions when the front, or both sides of the Safety will not exceed the set speed. It may selecting the following-gap. The Alert Seat will pulse five times. See apply limited braking, if necessary. “Collision/Detection Systems” under When braking is active, the brake Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. lights will come on. The automatic Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 215 braking may feel or sound different ACC Automatically If the stopped vehicle ahead has than if the brakes were applied Disengages driven away and ACC has not manually. This is normal. resumed, the vehicle ahead ACC may automatically disengage indicator will flash as a reminder to Stationary or Very and the driver will need to manually check traffic ahead before Slow-Moving Objects apply the brakes to slow the proceeding. In addition, the left and vehicle when: right sides of the Safety Alert Seat { Warning . The sensors are blocked. will pulse three times, or three beeps will sound. See Alert Type . The Traction Control System ACC may not detect and react to and Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier in (TCS) or ESC system has stopped or slow-moving vehicles Collision/Detection Systems under activated or been disabled. “ ” ahead of you. For example, the Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. . There is a fault in the system. system may not brake for a When the vehicle ahead drives vehicle it has never detected . The radar may falsely report a away, move the thumbwheel up moving. This can occur in blockage when driving in a toward RES+ or press the stop-and-go traffic or when a desert or remote area with no accelerator pedal to resume cruise vehicle suddenly appears due to other vehicles or roadside control. If stopped for more than a vehicle ahead changing lanes. objects. A DIC message may two minutes or if the driver's door is Your vehicle may not stop and display to indicate that ACC is opened and the driver seat belt is could cause a crash. Use caution temporarily unavailable. unbuckled, the ACC automatically when using ACC. Your complete The ACC indicator will turn white applies the Electric Parking Brake attention is always required while when ACC is no longer active. (EPB) to hold the vehicle. The EPB driving and you should be ready status light will turn on. See Electric to take action and apply the Notification to Resume ACC Parking Brake 0 200. brakes. ACC will maintain a follow-gap To resume ACC and release the behind a detected vehicle and slow EPB, press the accelerator pedal. your vehicle to a stop behind that A DIC warning message may vehicle. display indicating to shift to P (Park) before exiting the vehicle. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 216 Driving and Operating cluster to indicate that automatic { Warning braking will not occur. ACC will Warning (Continued) resume operation when the If ACC has stopped the vehicle, accelerator pedal is not being ACC while driving on an entrance and if ACC is disengaged, turned pressed. or exit ramp. Always be ready to off, or cancelled, the vehicle will use the brakes if necessary. no longer be held at a stop. The { Warning vehicle can move. When ACC is holding the vehicle at a stop, The ACC will not automatically { Warning always be prepared to manually apply the brakes if your foot is apply the brakes. resting on the accelerator pedal. On curves, ACC may respond to You could crash into a vehicle a vehicle in another lane, or may ahead of you. not have time to react to a vehicle { Warning in your lane. You could crash into Curves in the Road a vehicle ahead of you, or lose Leaving the vehicle without control of your vehicle. Give extra placing it in P (Park) can be attention in curves and be ready { Warning dangerous. Do not leave the to use the brakes if necessary. vehicle while it is being held at a On curves, ACC may not detect a Select an appropriate speed while stop by ACC. Always place the vehicle ahead in your lane. You driving in curves. vehicle in P (Park) and turn off could be startled if the vehicle the ignition before leaving the accelerates up to the set speed, ACC may operate differently in a vehicle. especially when following a sharp curve. It may reduce the vehicle exiting or entering exit vehicle speed if the curve is too ACC Override ramps. You could lose control of sharp. the vehicle or crash. Do not use If using the accelerator pedal while ACC is active, the ACC indicator (Continued) illuminates blue on the instrument Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 217 ACC may occasionally provide an Hills and Trailer Towing alert and/or braking that is considered unnecessary. It could respond to vehicles in different lanes, signs, guardrails, and other stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve. This is normal operation. The vehicle does not need service. When following a vehicle and Other Vehicle Lane Changes entering a curve, ACC may not detect the vehicle ahead and Do not use ACC when driving on accelerate to the set speed. When hills or when towing a trailer. this happens, the vehicle ahead indicator will not appear. ACC will not detect a vehicle in the lane while driving on steep hills. If a vehicle is not detected ahead, automatic braking will not be applied and the vehicle speed may overrun. The driver will often need to take over acceleration and braking on ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead steep hills, especially when towing a until it is completely in the lane. The trailer. brakes may need to be manually If the brakes are applied, the ACC applied. disengages. ACC may detect a vehicle that is Disengaging ACC not in your lane and apply the brakes. There are three ways to disengage ACC: Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 218 Driving and Operating . Press the brake pedal lightly. Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) . Press *. Systems . Detect children, . Press J. This vehicle may have features that pedestrians, bicyclists, work together to help avoid crashes or animals. Erasing Speed Memory or reduce crash damage while . Detect vehicles or objects driving, backing, and parking. The cruise control set speed is outside the area monitored Please read this entire section to erased from memory if J is by the system. pressed or if the ignition is gain a full understanding of their turned off. capabilities and limitations before . Work at all driving speeds. using these systems. . Warn you or provide you Cleaning the Sensing System with enough time to avoid a The camera sensor on the { Warning crash. windscreen behind the rear view Do not rely on the Driver . Work under poor visibility or mirror and the radar sensors on the bad weather conditions. front of the vehicle can become Assistance Systems. These blocked by snow, ice, dirt, or mud. systems do not replace the need . Work if the detection sensor These areas need to be cleaned for for paying attention and driving is not cleaned or is covered ACC to operate properly. safely. You may not hear alerts or by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. warnings provided by these For cleaning instructions, see . Work if the detection sensor systems. Failure to use proper Washing the Vehicle under is covered, such as with a “ ” care when driving may result in Exterior Care 0 300. sticker, magnet, etc. injury, death, or vehicle damage. System operation may also be . Work if the area surrounding limited under snow, heavy rain, Under many conditions, these the detection sensor is or road spray conditions. systems will not: damaged or not properly (Continued) repaired. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 219 Cleaning Warning (Continued) Depending on vehicle options, keep Complete attention is always the following areas of the vehicle required while driving, and you clean to ensure the best driver should be ready to take action assistance feature performance. and apply the brakes and/or steer Driver Information Centre (DIC) the vehicle to avoid crashes. messages may display when the systems are unavailable or blocked. Audible or Safety Alert Seat Some driver assistance features such as Adaptive Cruise Control, . Front and rear bumpers and the Forward Collision Alert, Lane area below the bumpers. Keeping Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert and Parking Assist, alert the . Front grille and headlamps. driver of obstacles by beeping. To . Front camera lens in the front change the volume of the warning grille or near the front emblem. chime, see Chime Volume under “Comfort and Convenience” in . Front side and rear side panels. Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. . Outside of the windscreen in If equipped with the Safety Alert front of the rear view mirror. Seat, the driver seat cushion may . Side camera lens on the bottom provide a vibrating pulse alert of the outside mirrors. instead of beeping. To change this, . Rear side corner bumpers. see Alert Type under “Collision/ Detection Systems” in Vehicle . Rear vision camera above the Personalisation 0 110. number plate. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 220 Driving and Operating Rear Vision Activation Warning (Continued) Camera (RVC) When the ignition is on and reverse If the vehicle sustains any gear is engaged the rear vision { Warning damage in the area of the camera camera image is automatically (rear number plate surround), it displayed on the infotainment Never rely solely on the rear may become misaligned. Contact screen. Once the vehicle is shifted vision camera when reversing the a Holden Dealer. out of reverse gear, the infotainment vehicle. screen returns to the previous Always keep the camera lens free display. There is a blind spot that cannot from dirt, snow or ice. Only use Note be sensed by the camera. mild soap and water with a soft cloth to clean the lens. . The distance of the objects seen The rear vision camera is not on the screen differs from the intended to replace the driver's actual distance. judgement or attention to the rear A view of the area behind the . The area displayed depends on vehicle is displayed on the of the vehicle when reversing. the road condition and vehicle infotainment screen, when reverse Before entering the vehicle orientation. gear is selected. always check that the area . Objects of different heights will Note around the vehicle is clear of appear to be different distances obstacles and people. If the vehicle is equipped with a from the vehicle. surround vision system, see Always perform head checks and Surround Vision System 0 222. . The RVC display will override all use the vehicle's mirrors when other operating displays. reversing. The RVC cannot display objects: . The RVC display may be (Continued) . Close to the corners of the temporarily interrupted when vehicle. some audio system or climate . Forward of the camera. control settings are changed. . Higher than the camera. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 221 . The PA warning tones will still be Guidelines heard when the reverse camera { Warning is enabled. See Parking Assist 0 225. The driver is always responsible for taking care and attention while The reverse camera system may be manoeuvring the vehicle. The affected by the following: camera display and guidelines . If the sun or headlamp beams are only an aid and are neither are shining directly into the intended to, nor able to take over camera lens. any responsibility. . If the vehicle sustains any damage in the area of the Depending on vehicle model, camera lens. Contact a Holden guidelines and/or symbols can be Dealer. turned off or on by touching the . If dirt, snow or ice has built up, When the camera image is infotainment screen buttons, clean the lens. See “Cleaning” displayed, dynamic guidelines are or under “Collision/Detection further in this section. also displayed to assist with Systems” in Vehicle Personalisation reversing the vehicle. 0 110. The trajectory lane of the vehicle is shown in accordance with the steering angle. A warning triangle may also be displayed to show the rear parking assist has detected an object. This triangle changes from amber to red and increases in size the closer the object becomes. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 222 Driving and Operating Cleaning Rear Cross Traffic Alert The surround vision system can be accessed by selecting 'Camera' in If equipped, Rear Cross Traffic Alert the infotainment display or when the (RCTA) can detect objects up to vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). 20 m approaching from the left or To return to the previous screen right at the rear of the vehicle. sooner, press any button on the When an object is detected, a infotainment system, shift into warning triangle is displayed on the P (Park), or reach a vehicle speed infotainment screen, several beeps of approximately 12 km/h. sound from the left or right, depending on the direction of the { Warning detected vehicle, and the driver's seat will pulse. The Surround Vision cameras have blind spots and will not . The camera is located below to Surround Vision System display all objects near the the liftgate handle. If equipped, the surround vision corners of the vehicle. Folding outside mirrors that are out of . The lens requires regular system displays an image of the cleaning to ensure optimum area surrounding the vehicle, along position may not display surround performance. with the front or rear camera views view correctly. Always check on the infotainment display. around the vehicle when parking . Use only a soft cloth, mild soap or backing. and water. The system uses four cameras: . Front camera located in the grille { Warning or near the front emblem Do not use abrasive cleaners or . Side cameras located on the underside of each outside mirror scouring pads as they could scratch the lens, impairing the . Rear camera located above the systems performance. number plate Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 223 Camera Views { Warning The camera(s) do not display children, pedestrians, bicyclists, crossing traffic, animals, or any other object outside of the cameras' field of view, below the bumper, or under the vehicle. 1. Views Displayed by the Shown distances may be different Surround Vision Cameras from actual distances. Do not 2. Area Not Shown drive or park the vehicle using only these camera(s). Always check behind and around the vehicle before driving. Failure to Touch the camera view buttons use proper care may result in along the bottom of the infotainment injury, death, or vehicle damage. display. Active guidelines may display in some views. Front/Rear Standard View : Displays an image of the area in front or behind the vehicle. Touch Front/Rear Standard View on the 1. Views Displayed by the infotainment display when a camera Surround Vision Cameras view is active. Touching the button 2. Area Not Shown multiple times will toggle between front and rear camera views. Front/Rear Junction View : Displays a front or rear cross traffic view that shows objects directly to Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 224 Driving and Operating the left and right of the front or back active. Touching the button multiple This view can also be accessed by of the vehicle. Touch Junction View times will toggle between forward touching the Top Down View button on the infotainment display when a and rearward views. Park assist and when the Camera view is active. camera view is active. Touching the rear cross traffic alert are not button multiple times will toggle available when Side Forward/ Hitch Guidance between front and rear camera Rearward view is active. This feature displays a single, views. Hitch View : Assists while centred guideline on the camera Front/Rear Overhead View : connecting to a trailer. Displays a display to assist aligning the Displays a front or rear overhead zoomed-in view of the towbar hitch vehicle's tow hitch with a trailer view of the vehicle. Touching the to help align the tow hitch with the coupling. button will toggle between the two trailer coupling. Select the trailer guidance line views. Guidance Lines : Displays button, then align the trailer Front/Rear Bowl View : Displays a available guidelines including guidance line over the trailer view of the vehicle from either the standard and active hitch guidance coupling. Continuously steer the front or the back of the vehicle. lines. A greyed-out button indicates vehicle to keep the guidance line Touch Bowl View on the that guidelines are not available. centred on the coupling when infotainment display when a camera When enabled, the guidelines will backing. view is active. Touching the button display when the vehicle is shifted Rear vision camera parking assist multiple times will toggle between into R (Reverse). overlays will not display when the forward and rearward views. Park Top Down View : Displays an hitch guidance line is active. assist and rear cross traffic alert are image of the area surrounding the To check the trailer when in a not available when Bowl View is vehicle, along with the rear camera forward gear above 8 km/h, touch active. view in the infotainment display. The Camera on the infotainment display Side Forward/Rearward View : rear camera view will be replaced to view the rear camera. Touch X to Displays a view that shows objects by the front camera view after exit the view, or it will be removed next to the front or rear sides of the shifting from R (Reverse) to a automatically after eight seconds. vehicle. Touch Side Forward/ forward gear or when the vehicle is Rearward View on the infotainment moving forward slower than 8 km/h. display when a camera view is Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 225 driver by giving a display indication { Warning and acoustic signals or if equipped Warning (Continued) and enabled, may pulse the Use Hitch Guidance only to help driver's seat. is only an aid and is neither back the vehicle to a trailer hitch intended to, nor able to take over or, when travelling above 8 km/h, The type of alert can be changed, any responsibility. see Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. to briefly check the status of your The park sensors may not be trailer. able to detect all objects under Do not use for any other purpose, every condition, e.g. objects too such as making lane change close to the vehicle, objects decisions. Before making a lane above or below the sensors, change, always check the mirrors or objects with a surface that and glance over your shoulder. absorbs ultrasonic waves. Improper use could result in Additionally, some ambient serious injury to you or others. conditions like ultrasonic waves or heavy rain can cause disruptive reflections from an Parking Assist object's surface. Such objects Rear Parking Assist may not be detected. If the vehicle is equipped with The system uses ultrasonic parking Always manoeuvre the vehicle front-rear parking assist see sensors located in the rear bumper. slowly to allow yourself sufficient “Front-Rear Parking Assist” further time to react. The warning tones in this Section. { Warning will sound only while the vehicle's speed is below 8 km/h. The rear parking assist (PA) aids The driver is always responsible manoeuvring and parking the for taking care and attention while vehicle by measuring the distance manoeuvring the vehicle. The PA between the vehicle and rear objects. It informs and warns the (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 226 Driving and Operating Activation When the system is deactivated, the After the ignition is switched on, LED in the button extinguishes and when reverse gear is selected the Park Assist Off pops-up in the rear parking assist is automatically Driver Information Centre (DIC). activated. Fault Indication In the event of a fault or if the The system warns the driver with system does not operate acoustic signals or, if equipped and temporarily, e.g. because of high enabled, may pulse the driver's seat external noise level or other when potentially hazardous objects interference factors, the LED in the are detected behind the vehicle at a button flashes for three seconds distance of approximately and then extinguishes. A message Additionally, the distance to rear is indicated in the DIC. 2.5 metres while reverse gear is objects is displayed by changing engaged. distance lines in the Driver Front-Rear Parking Assist Information Centre (DIC). The The acoustic signals continue as the For vehicles equipped with distance indication can be inhibited vehicle moves closer to the object. front-rear parking assist (PA), the by vehicle messages with a higher When the distance is approximately system measures the distance priority. After dismissing the 30 cm, the frequency of the signals between the vehicle and objects in message, distance indication increases. If equipped and enabled, front of and behind the vehicle. appears again if applicable. the driver's seat will pulse in lieu of It informs and warns the driver by the acoustic signal. Deactivation giving a display indication and acoustic signals or if equipped and Press X on the centre console. enabled, may pulse the The system remains deactivated driver's seat. X during the ignition cycle or until The type of alert can be changed, is pressed again. see Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 227 Unique acoustic warning signals Activation Warning (Continued) sound for the front and rear After the ignition is switched on, monitoring areas, each with a when reverse gear is engaged, the different tone frequency. is only an aid and is neither intended to, nor able to take over front and rear parking assist is any responsibility. ready to operate. The front parking assist is activated automatically at a The park sensors may not be speed up to 8 km/h. able to detect all objects under every condition, e.g. objects too An illuminated LED in the parking close to the vehicle, objects assist button X indicates that the above or below the sensors, system is ready to operate. or objects with a surface that If X is switched off within an absorbs ultrasonic waves. ignition cycle, the front parking Additionally, some ambient assist is deactivated. If vehicle conditions like ultrasonic waves speed has exceeded 25 km/h or heavy rain can cause beforehand, parking assist will be disruptive reflections from an reactivated when speed drops The system uses ultrasonic parking object's surface. Such objects below 8 km/h. sensors located in the rear and front may not be detected. bumpers. When the system is deactivated, the Always manoeuvre the vehicle LED in the button extinguishes and slowly to allow yourself sufficient Park Assist Off pops-up in the { Warning time to react. The warning tones Driver Information Centre (DIC). The driver is always responsible will sound only while the vehicle's for taking care and attention while speed is below 8 km/h. manoeuvring the vehicle. The PA (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 228 Driving and Operating Indication approximately 30 cm from the Deactivation obstacle, or if equipped and The rear parking assist enabled, the driver's seat will automatically switches off when pulse. reverse gear is disengaged. The . Behind the vehicle: The distance front parking assist is deactivated to obstacles is displayed by automatically at a speed changing distance lines in the above 8 km/h. DIC at a distance range of Manual deactivation is also possible approximately 2.5 metres while by pressing the parking assist reverse gear is engaged. Acoustic signals also sound at button X on the centre console. approximately 2.5 m and When the system is deactivated continue as the vehicle moves manually, the LED in the button closer to the object. When the extinguishes and Park Assist Off pops-up in the DIC. The system warns the driver with a distance is approximately 30 cm, visual display in the Driver the frequency of the signals After a manual deactivation, the Information Centre (DIC), acoustic increases. If equipped and front-rear parking assist is activated signals and/or, if equipped and enabled, the driver's seat will again if X is pressed or if reverse pulse in lieu of the acoustic enabled, may pulse the driver's seat gear is engaged. when potentially hazardous objects signal. are detected. Acoustic signals are of a higher Fault . In front of the vehicle: The pitch for the front than for the rear. In the event of a fault or if the distance to obstacles is The distance indication in the DIC system does not work temporarily, displayed by changing distance can be inhibited by vehicle e.g. because of high external noise lines in the DIC at a distance messages with a higher priority. level or other interference factors, a range of approximately 1.2 m After dismissing the message, message pops-up in the DIC. while a forward gear is engaged. distance indication appears again if An acoustic signal will sound applicable. when the vehicle is Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 229 Advanced Parking Assist When enabled, APA searches for Warning (Continued) parallel parking spaces to the left of If equipped, Advanced Parking the vehicle. Assist (APA) searches for and detect or avoid traffic that is steers the vehicle into parallel and behind or alongside of the To search for a parking space to the perpendicular parking spots. When vehicle. Always be prepared to right, operate the right turn signal or, using APA, you must still shift gears, stop the vehicle during the if available, change the side and control the brakes and parking manoeuvre. selection in the infotainment display. accelerator. A display and audible To switch the parking mode beeps help to guide parking between parallel and perpendicular, Press O on the centre console and manoeuvres. press and hold O during the continue driving slowly to enable the system to search for a parking search process or, if available, { Warning change the parking mode in the space that is large enough and infotainment display. APA does not apply the brakes. within 1.5 m of the vehicle. The APA may not detect objects in the vehicle speed must be below parking space, objects that are 30 km/h. The system cannot: soft or narrow, objects high off the . Detect whether it is a legal ground such as flatbed trucks, parking space. or objects below ground level . Park exactly lined up with the such as large potholes. Always vehicle next to it if the spot is verify that the parking space is approached at an angle or if the appropriate for parking a vehicle. parking space is angled. APA does not respond to changes . Park exactly centred in a spot in the parking space, such as After completely passing a large that is marked too large. movement of an adjacent vehicle, enough space, an audible beep or a person or object entering the . Always detect low curbs. occurs and a red stop symbol is parking space. APA does not displayed. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 230 Driving and Operating If the vehicle speed exceeds . Electronic stability control or 10 km/h, APA is automatically antilock brakes are activated. disengaged and automatic steering . A high priority vehicle message will turn off. is displayed in the DIC. A progress arrow displays the status of the parking manoeuvre. To cancel APA, press O again. Depending on the space size, If the System Does Not Seem to additional manoeuvres may be Work Properly required, and there will be additional Follow the displayed instructions. instructions. The APA system may require a When instructed to drive in reverse, short period of driving along curves shift to R (Reverse) to engage When changing gears, allow the to calibrate. automatic steering. The steering automatic steering to complete wheel will briefly vibrate as a before continuing the parking Forward Collision Alert manoeuvre. reminder to remove hands from the (FCA) System steering wheel. Upon successful completion of a The FCA system may help to avoid Check surroundings and continue manoeuvre, APA will beep and or reduce the harm caused by braking or accelerating as needed, display a Parking Complete front-end crashes. and be prepared to stop to avoid message. Complete parking the 0 vehicles, pedestrians, or objects. vehicle, see Parking 195. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a red If the vehicle is in R (Reverse), but APA may automatically disengage if: flashing alert on the windscreen and does not steer into the expected . The steering wheel is used by rapidly beeps or pulses the driver's space, this may be because the the driver. seat. FCA also illuminates an amber system is manoeuvring the vehicle . The maximum allowed speed is visual alert if following another into a previously detected space. exceeded. vehicle much too closely. The APA system does not need service. . There is a failure with the APA FCA detects vehicles within a system. distance of approximately 60 m and operates at speeds above 8 km/h. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 231 If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise FCA can be disabled through Control (ACC), it can detect vehicles vehicle personalisation. See { Warning to distances of approximately 110 m “Collision/Detection Systems” under and operates at all speeds. See Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. FCA does not provide a warning Adaptive Cruise Control 0 210. to help avoid a crash, unless it Detecting the Vehicle Ahead detects a vehicle. FCA may not { Warning detect a vehicle ahead if the FCA sensor is blocked by dirt, snow, FCA is a warning system only or ice, or if the windscreen is and does not apply the brakes. damaged. It may also not detect a vehicle on winding or hilly roads, When approaching a or in conditions that can limit slower-moving or stopped vehicle visibility such as fog, rain, ahead too rapidly, or when FCA warnings will not occur unless or snow, or if the headlamps or following a vehicle too closely, the FCA system detects a vehicle windscreen are not cleaned or in FCA may not provide a warning ahead. proper condition. Keep the with enough time to help avoid a When a vehicle is detected, the windscreen, headlamps, and FCA crash. It also may not provide any vehicle ahead indicator will display sensors clean and in good repair. warning at all. green. Vehicles may not be The FCA does not warn of detected on curves, highway exit Collision Alert pedestrians, animals, signs, ramps, or hills, due to poor visibility; guardrails, bridges, construction or if a vehicle ahead is partially barrels, or other objects. Be ready blocked by pedestrians or other to take action and apply the objects. FCA will not detect another brakes. vehicle ahead until it is completely in the driving lane. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 232 Driving and Operating When your vehicle approaches Selecting the Alert Timing Following Distance Indicator another detected vehicle too rapidly, The collision alert control is on the The following distance to a moving the red FCA display will flash on the vehicle ahead in your path is windscreen. Also, eight rapid steering wheel. Press [ to set the indicated in following time in high-pitched beeps will sound and FCA timing to Far, Medium, or Near. seconds on the Driver Information the front, or both sides of the Safety The first button press shows the current setting on the DIC. Centre (DIC). See Driver Alert Seat will pulse five times. 0 Additional button presses will Information Centre (DIC) 103. The When this Collision Alert occurs, the change this setting. minimum following time is brake system may prepare for driver 0.5 seconds away. If there is no braking to occur more rapidly which The chosen setting will remain until vehicle detected ahead, or the can cause a brief, mild deceleration. it is changed and will affect the vehicle ahead is out of sensor Continue to apply the brake pedal timing of both the Collision Alert and range, dashes will be displayed. as needed. Cruise control may be the Tailgating Alert features. The disengaged when the collision alert timing of both alerts will vary based Unnecessary Alerts occurs. on vehicle speed. The faster the FCA may provide unnecessary vehicle speed, the further away the Tailgating Alert alerts for turning vehicles, vehicles alert will occur. in other lanes, objects that are not Consider traffic and weather vehicles, or shadows. These alerts conditions when selecting the alert are normal operation and the timing. The range of selectable alert vehicle does not need service. timings may not be appropriate for all drivers and driving conditions. Cleaning the System If your vehicle is equipped with If the FCA system does not seem to The vehicle-ahead indicator will Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), operate properly, this may correct display amber when you are changing the FCA timing setting the issue: following a vehicle ahead much too automatically changes the . Clean the outside of the closely. following-gap setting (Far, Medium, windscreen in front of the rear or Near). view mirror. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 233 . Clean the entire front of the The system works when driving in a vehicle. forward gear between 8 km/h and Warning (Continued) . Clean the headlamps. 80 km/h, or on vehicles with Adaptive Cruise Control (AAC), . Detect a vehicle when above 4 km/h. It can detect vehicles weather limits visibility, such Autonomous Emergency up to approximately 60 m. as in fog, rain, or snow. Braking (AEB) . Detect a vehicle ahead if it If the vehicle has Forward Collision { Warning is partially blocked by Alert (FCA), it also has Autonomous pedestrians or other objects. Emergency Braking (AEB), which AEB is an emergency crash Complete attention is always includes Intelligent Brake preparation feature and is not required while driving, and you Assist (IBA). designed to avoid crashes. Do should be ready to take action not rely on AEB to brake the When the system detects a vehicle and apply the brakes and/or steer vehicle. AEB will not brake ahead in your path that is travelling the vehicle to avoid crashes. outside of its operating speed in the same direction that you may be about to crash into, it can provide range and only responds to detected vehicles. AEB may slow the vehicle to a a boost to braking or automatically complete stop to try to avoid a brake the vehicle. This can help AEB may not: potential crash. If this happens, AEB avoid or lessen the severity of Detect a vehicle ahead on may engage the Electric Parking crashes when driving in a . winding or hilly roads. Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a forward gear. stop. Release the EPB or press the Detect all vehicles, Depending on the situation, the . accelerator pedal. especially vehicles with a vehicle may automatically brake trailer, tractors, muddy moderately or hard. This forward vehicles, etc. automatic braking can only occur if a vehicle is detected. This is shown (Continued) by the FCA vehicle ahead indicator being lit. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 230. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 234 Driving and Operating caused by front-end crashes with { Warning { Warning nearby cyclists when driving in a forward gear. AEB may automatically brake the IBA may increase vehicle braking vehicle suddenly in situations in situations when it may not be Disabling where it is unexpected and necessary. You could block the AEB and IBA can be disabled undesired. It could respond to a flow of traffic. If this occurs, take through vehicle personalisation. See turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, your foot off the brake pedal and Forward Collision System in signs, and other non-moving then apply the brakes as needed. “Collision/Detection Systems” under objects. To override AEB, firmly Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. press the accelerator pedal, if it is Cyclist Detection safe to do so. { Warning Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and AEB can also detect a cyclist Intelligent Brake Assist Using AEB or IBA while towing a ahead. trailer could cause you to lose Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) may FCA provides a green ~ in the control of the vehicle. Turn the activate when the brake pedal is instrument cluster when a cyclist is system to Alert or Off when applied quickly by providing a boost towing a trailer. to braking based on the speed of detected ahead. ~ displays amber if approach and distance to a vehicle you follow a cyclist much too ahead. closely. A system unavailable message may display if: Minor brake pedal pulsations or When approaching a cyclist ahead pedal movement during this time is too quickly, FCA provides a red . The front of the vehicle or normal and the brake pedal should flashing alert on the windscreen and windscreen is not clean. continue to be applied as needed. rapidly beeps or pulses the . Heavy rain or snow is interfering IBA will automatically disengage driver seat. with object detection. only when the brake pedal is AEB can provide a boost to braking released. . There is a problem with the or automatically brake the vehicle to electronic stability control help avoid or reduce the harm system. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 235 The AEB system does not need The FPB system can detect and service. provide an alert to pedestrians while Warning (Continued) the vehicles is in a forward gear at speeds between 8 km/h and . If the headlamps or Front Pedestrian Braking windscreen are not cleaned (FPB) System 80 km/h. During daytime driving, the system detects pedestrians up to a or in proper condition. If equipped, the Front Pedestrian distance of approximately 40 m. Be ready to take action and apply Braking (FPB) system may help During night time driving, system the brakes. Keep the windscreen, avoid or reduce the harm caused by performance is very limited. headlamps and FPB sensor clean front-end crashes with nearby and in good repair. pedestrians when driving in a { Warning forward gear. FPB does not provide an alert or FPB can be set to Off, Alert, or Alert FPB displays an amber indicator, ~, and Brake through vehicle automatically brake the vehicle when a nearby pedestrian is personalisation. See Collision/ unless it detects a pedestrian. “ detected directly ahead. When Detection Systems” under Vehicle approaching a detected pedestrian FPB may not detect pedestrians, Personalisation 0 110. too quickly, FPB provides a red including children: flashing alert on the windscreen and . When the pedestrian is not Detecting the Pedestrian rapidly beeps. FPB can provide a directly ahead, fully visible, Ahead boost to braking or automatically or standing upright, or when brake the vehicle. This system part of a group. includes Intelligent Brake Assist . Due to poor visibility, (IBA), and the Autonomous including night time Emergency Braking (AEB) system conditions, fog, rain, may also respond to pedestrians. or snow. See Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) 0 233. . If the FPB sensor is blocked FPB alerts and automatic braking by dirt, snow, or ice. will not occur unless the FPB (Continued) system detects a pedestrian. When Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 236 Driving and Operating a nearby pedestrian is detected Automatic Braking directly in front of the vehicle, the { Warning If FPB detects it is about to crash pedestrian ahead indicator will into a pedestrian directly ahead, and display amber. FPB may alert or automatically the brakes have not been applied, brake the vehicle suddenly in Front Pedestrian Alert FPB may automatically brake situations where it is unexpected moderately or brake hard. This can and undesired. It could falsely help to avoid some very low speed alert or brake for objects similar in pedestrian crashes or reduce shape or size to pedestrians, pedestrian injury. including shadows. This is normal FPB can automatically brake to operation and the vehicle does detected pedestrians between not need service. To override 8 km/h and 80 km/h. Automatic Automatic Braking, firmly press When the vehicle approaches a braking levels may be reduced the accelerator pedal, if it is safe pedestrian ahead too rapidly, the under certain conditions, such as to do so. red FPB alert display will flash on higher speeds. the windscreen. Eight rapid If this happens, automatic braking Automatic braking can be disabled high-pitched beeps will sound from may engage the Electric Parking through vehicle personalisation. See the front. When this pedestrian alert Brake (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a “Front Pedestrian Detection” in occurs, the brake system may stop. Release the EPB. Pressing “Collision/Detection Systems” under prepare for driver braking to occur the accelerator pedal will also Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. more rapidly which can cause a release automatic braking and brief, mild deceleration. Continue to the EPB. apply the brake pedal as needed. { Warning Cruise control may be disengaged Using the Front Pedestrian when the front pedestrian alert Braking system while towing a occurs. trailer could cause you to lose (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 237 If the turn signal is activated and a Warning (Continued) vehicle is also detected on the same Warning (Continued) side, the display will flash as an control of the vehicle and crash. extra warning not to change lanes. provide alerts when changing Turn the system to Alert or Off lanes under all driving conditions. when towing a trailer. Since this system is part of the Lane Failure to use proper care when Change Alert (LCA) system, read changing lanes may result in the entire LCA section before using Cleaning the System injury, death, or vehicle damage. this feature. Before making a lane change, If FPB does not seem to operate always check mirrors, glance over properly, cleaning the outside of the Lane Change Alert (LCA) your shoulder, and use the turn windscreen in front of the rear view The LCA system is a lane-changing signals. mirror may correct the issue. aid that assists drivers to avoid lane change crashes that occur with LCA Detection Zones Side Blind Zone moving vehicles in the side blind Alert (SBZA) zone areas, or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from The SBZA system is a behind. lane-changing aid that assists drivers through avoiding crashes The LCA warning will light up in the that occur with moving vehicles in corresponding outside side mirror the side blind zone areas. and will flash if the turn signal is on. When the vehicle is in a forward gear, a symbol will display in the left { Warning or right side mirror when a moving The LCA does not alert the driver vehicle is detected in the blind spot 1. SBZA Detection Zone to vehicles outside of the system on the corresponding side of the 2. LCA Detection Zone vehicle. detection zones, pedestrians, bicyclists, or animals. It may not The detection zones cover an area approximately one lane over from (Continued) both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 238 Driving and Operating The height of the zone is When the engine is started, both highway road with traffic and approximately 0.5 m and 2 m from outside mirror LCA symbols will roadside objects (e.g., guardrails, the ground. briefly come on to indicate the barriers). The detection zones start at system is operating. LCA symbols may not come on approximately the middle of the When the vehicle is in a forward when passing a vehicle quickly, for vehicle, and for SZBA goes back gear, the left or right side mirror a stopped vehicle, or when towing a 5 m. The LCA detection zone warns symbol will light up if a moving trailer. The LCA detection zones the driver of vehicles rapidly vehicle is detected in the next lane that extend back from the side of approaching from up to 70 m behind over in that blind spot or rapidly the vehicle do not move further back the vehicle. approaching that zone. If the turn when a trailer is towed. signal is activated in the same How the System Works Use caution while changing lanes direction as a detected vehicle, this when towing a trailer. The LCA may An illuminated LCA symbol display will flash as an extra alert to objects attached to the indicates it may be unsafe to warning not to change lanes. vehicle, such as a trailer, bicycle, change lanes. Before making a lane LCA can be disabled through or object extending out to either side change, check the LCA display, vehicle personalisation. See of the vehicle. Attached objects may check mirrors, glance over your “Collision/Detection Systems” under also interfere with the detection of shoulder, and use the turn signals. Vehicle Personalisation 0 110. vehicles. This is normal system If LCA is disabled by the driver, the operation; the vehicle does not need LCA mirror displays will not light up. service. If the System Does Not Seem The LCA may not always alert the to Work Properly driver to vehicles in the next lane over, especially in wet conditions or The LCA system requires some Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror when driving on sharp curves. The driving for the system to calibrate to Symbol Symbol system does not need to be maximum performance. This serviced. The system may light up calibration may occur more quickly if due to guardrails, signs, trees, the vehicle is driving on a straight shrubs, and other non-moving Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 239 objects. This is normal system Traffic Sign Assistant operation; the vehicle does not need Caution service. The system is intended to assist The LCA may not operate when the the driver within a defined speed LCA sensors in the left or right range to discern certain traffic corners of the rear bumper are signs. Always pay attention to covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, posted speed limit signs. or slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For cleaning instructions, see "Washing Do not ignore traffic signs which the Vehicle" under Exterior Care are not displayed by the system. 0 300. The system does not discern any If the DIC still displays the system Traffic sign assistant recognises signs other than the conventional unavailable message after cleaning designated traffic signs via the front traffic signs that might give or end both sides of the vehicle toward the camera located behind the a speed limit. It may not detect windscreen in front of the interior rear corners of the vehicle, see your some electronic speed signs. dealer. rear view mirror, and displays the detected speed limit in the Driver Depending on the weather If the LCA displays do not light up Information Centre (DIC). conditions or problems with traffic when moving vehicles are in the Additionally, speed limit information signs, a traffic sign may not be side blind spot or are rapidly from the navigation system map recognised or a sign different approaching this zone and the database may be utilised. from the actual traffic sign may be system is clean, the system may displayed. need service. Take the vehicle to your dealer. Do not let this special feature tempt you into taking risks when driving. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 240 Driving and Operating To display the Traffic Sign Memory Caution (Continued) page, choose the Information 4 Always adapt vehicle speed to menu using the right-hand steering the road conditions. wheel controls o or p and then turn the thumbwheel to move up or Driver assistance systems do not down to select Traffic Sign Memory. relieve the driver from full The current valid speed limit is If another page on the DIC menu is responsibility for vehicle displayed permanently in the lower operation. selected and then the Traffic Sign line of the DIC (Type 1) or upper left Memory page is chosen again, the of the instrument cluster (Type 2). last recognised traffic sign will be Traffic signs that are detected are: If a speed sign with an add-on sign displayed. is detected, a + symbol is also . Limit signs: displayed. The indication of multiple signs on . Speed limit the display is possible. . End of speed limit . Add-on signs: . Additional hints to traffic signs, e.g. school zones . Time constraints Display Indication The currently detected speed limit is Additionally, the current valid limit is displayed in the DIC until the next displayed in the Traffic Sign Memory An exclamation mark in a frame speed limit or end of speed limit page in the DIC Information 4 menu. indicates there is an additional sign sign is detected, or up to a defined detected which cannot be clearly sign time-out. identified by the system. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 241 Alert Function Exceeding Indicated Speed Navigation System Traffic Sign The alert function can be turned on Limit Detection or off from the Traffic Sign If the indicated traffic sign speed The currently displayed sign can Memory page. limit is exceeded by 5 km/h or more, either originate from optical sign Display the Traffic Sign Menu, by the permanently displayed traffic detection or from the navigation pressing the thumbwheel on the sign symbol will flash until the system map data. If the currently right-hand steering wheel button. vehicle speed is reduced to or displayed sign originates from map below the indicated speed limit. data and the map information changes, a new sign will be System Reset displayed. This may lead to The content of the traffic sign detection of a new sign although no display can be cleared in the Traffic sign on the road may have been Sign Menu from the Traffic Sign passed. Memory page by selecting Reset and confirmed by pressing the Limitations thumbwheel. Traffic sign memory may not Upon successful reset, a chime will operate correctly if: Turn the thumbwheel to select sound and a default sign containing . The area of the windscreen, Alerts On/Off. Press the dashes is indicated until the next where the front camera is thumbwheel to change the setting. traffic sign is detected or provided located, is not clean or is Once activated and if the Traffic by the navigation system map data. affected by foreign objects, e.g. Sign Memory page is currently not In some cases, traffic sign memory stickers, window tinting, etc. displayed, a newly detected speed is cleared automatically by the . Traffic signs are completely or limit is briefly displayed as a pop-up system. partially covered, are too low or alert in the DIC. high or difficult to discern. . Traffic signs are incorrectly mounted or are damaged. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 242 Driving and Operating . Traffic signs do not comply with warning if the vehicle is crossing a the approved traffic sign detected lane marking without using { Warning standards. a turn signal in the lane departure The LKA system does not . The speed limit is displayed by direction. Since this system is part of the Lane Keep Assist (LKA) continuously steer the vehicle. certain types of electronic speed It may not keep the vehicle in the signs. system, read the entire LKA section before using this feature. lane or give a Lane Departure . There are adverse Warning (LDW) alert, even if a environmental conditions, e.g. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) lane marking is detected. heavy rain, snow, direct sunlight The LKA and LDW systems or shadows. LKA may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures by might not: . The headlights are dirty or not gently turning the steering wheel if Provide an alert or enough correctly aligned when driving at . the vehicle approaches a detected steering assist to avoid a night. lane marking without using an lane departure or crash. . The navigation map data is out indicator in that direction. Detect lane markings under of date. If equipped, the LKA may also pulse . the driver's seat. poor weather or visibility . The vehicle is excessively conditions. This can occur if loaded resulting in incorrect It may also provide a Lane the windscreen or vehicle attitude. Departure Warning (LDW) system headlamps are blocked by alert as the lane marking is crossed. . The tyres are not correctly dirt, snow, or ice, if they are inflated. The LKA system will not assist or not in proper condition, or if provide an LDW alert if it detects the sun shines directly into Lane Departure that you are actively steering. the camera. Override the LKA by turning the . Detect road edges. Warning (LDW) steering wheel. If equipped, LDW may help avoid . Detect lanes on winding or The LKA uses a camera to detect hilly roads. crashes due to unintentional lane lane markings when travelling above (Continued) departures. It may provide a 60 km/h. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 243 How the System Works Take Steering Warning (Continued) The LKA camera sensor is on the The LKA system does not If the LKA only detects lane windscreen ahead of the rear view continuously steer the vehicle. If the markings on one side of the road, mirror. LKA does not detect active driver it will only assist or provide an steering, an alert, chime, or DIC To turn LKA on, press the A LDW alert when approaching the message may be provided. Steer button on the centre console. Press lane on the side where it has the vehicle to dismiss. and hold A for several seconds detected a lane marking. Even If the System Does Not Seem to turn LKA off. with LKA and LDW, you must to Work Properly steer the vehicle. Always keep When on, A is displayed green your attention on the road and The system performance may be on the instrument cluster if LKA is affected by: maintain proper vehicle position available to assist and provide LDW within the lane, or vehicle alerts. . Close vehicles ahead. damage, injury, or death could It may assist by gently turning the . Sudden lighting changes, such occur. Always keep the as when driving through tunnels. windscreen, headlamps, and steering wheel and display A as camera sensors clean and in amber if the vehicle approaches a . Banked roads. good repair. Do not use LKA in detected lane marking without using . Roads with poor lane markings, bad weather conditions. a turn signal in that direction. It may such as two-lane roads. also provide an LDW alert by If the LKA system is not functioning flashing A amber as the lane properly when lane markings are marking is crossed. { Warning clearly visible, cleaning the Additionally, there may be three windscreen may help. Using LKA while towing a trailer beeps, or the driver seat may pulse A system unavailable message may or on slippery roads could cause three times, on the right or left, display if the camera is blocked. loss of control of the vehicle and depending on the lane departure The LKA system does not need a crash. Turn the system off. direction. service. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 244 Driving and Operating LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts Fuel may occur due to tar marks, Danger (Continued) shadows, cracks in the road, temporary or construction lane { Danger . Whenever the exhaust markings, or other road system, underbody or rear imperfections. This is normal system EXHAUST WARNING – of the vehicle is damaged. operation; the vehicle does not need CARBON MONOXIDE Take the vehicle to a Holden service. Turn the LKA off if these POISONING Dealer if you think the vehicle conditions continue. Exhaust gases can contain needs inspecting for any of the carbon monoxide, a dangerous above reasons. gas, which can cause Do not sit (or leave children or unconsciousness and even death pets) in a parked vehicle for any to both humans and animals. extended period of time with the Gases could be inhaled if the engine running. Turn the fan on exhaust system on your vehicle is using any setting that brings faulty. outside air into the vehicle. Do not run the engine in an enclosed To protect against exhaust gases area (such as the garage) any entering the vehicle, the exhaust longer than is needed to move system and body should be the vehicle. inspected: . Each time the vehicle is serviced. . Whenever a change is noticed in the sound of the exhaust system. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 245 { Danger { Warning Warning (Continued) Always switch off the engine and USE OF FUEL CONTAINING It is also important to note that any mobile phones when ETHANOL when fuel containing ethanol is refuelling. When filling the fuel tank with an used, fuel consumption can be Do not smoke or allow open ethanol-petrol fuel blend, under expected to increase due to the flames or sparks near the vehicle no circumstances should fuel lower energy content of ethanol. when refuelling. containing more than 10% The vehicle may be refuelled with If fuel fumes are detected while ethanol be used. E10 and unleaded fuel containing driving, the cause should be Use of such fuels may result in no ethanol. It is acceptable to mix identified and corrected without engine malfunction, starting and these fuels. delay by a Holden Dealer. operating difficulties and materials The use of any fuel, other than Static electricity can ignite fuel degradation. These adverse the fuel specified, may seriously vapour. Only use pumps, hoses effects could result in permanent damage the vehicle and may void damage to the vehicle and the warranty. See Recommended and containers that are properly 0 grounded when filling up with fuel. personal injury. Fuel 245. Only clean fuel of good quality should be used. To avoid injury to you and to The use of fuel containing more others, read and follow all than 10% ethanol may also affect instructions at the petrol your vehicle warranty to the Recommended Fuel station pump. extent that Holden considers that the fuel affects the specifications Purchasing your fuel from a and quality of your vehicle. reputable fuel retailer may reduce the risk of purchasing fuel which (Continued) contains abnormal fuel properties. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 246 Driving and Operating Use of clean unleaded petrol of Filling the Tank regular 91 Research Octane { Danger Number (RON) rating or higher is recommended. Before refuelling, switch off the engine and mobile phones. The use of premium unleaded petrol (95 RON or higher) may provide a Follow the operating and safety small improvement in performance instructions of the filling station and fuel economy. when refuelling. Caution { Danger Use of fuel with too low an octane rating could lead to uncontrolled Fuel is flammable and explosive. combustion and engine damage. No smoking. No naked flames or The fuel filler is behind the fuel door sparks. on the passenger side of the If you can smell fuel in your vehicle. vehicle, have the cause of this The fuel door is locked when the remedied immediately by a vehicle doors are locked. Press K Holden dealer. on the RKE transmitter to unlock. To open the fuel door, push and The vehicle has a capless refuelling release the rearward centre edge of system and does not have a fuel the door. cap. The filling nozzle must be fully inserted and latched prior to starting fuel flow. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 247 { Warning Trailer Towing The word trailer is used throughout Overfilling the fuel tank by more this section and includes all types of than three clicks of a standard fill towed vehicles, such as caravans, nozzle may cause: boat trailers or any other special . Vehicle performance issues, 1. The capless funnel adapter is purpose trailer. including engine stalling and located with the vehicle tools/ Towing damage to the fuel system. jack beneath the rear cargo Handling, durability and economy . Fuel spills. area underfloor storage tray. See Cargo Management may be affected by towing a trailer. . Potential fuel fires. System 0 76. A Holden Dealer will assist with supply and installation of towing 2. Insert and latch the funnel into equipment. Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait a the capless fuel system. few seconds after you have finished Maximum Towing Capacities pumping before removing the nozzle. { Warning Braked Trailer : 2000 kg Clean any spilled fuel from painted Attempting to refuel without using Unbraked Trailer : 750 kg surfaces as soon as possible. See the funnel adapter may cause fuel Note Exterior Care 0 300. spillage and damage the capless Exceeding these values could affect fuel system. This could cause a Filling the Tank with a Portable your vehicle warranty. fire and you or others could be Fuel Container Mandatory Equipment: Holden badly burnt and the vehicle could 2000 kg rated towbar and Holden If the vehicle runs out of fuel and be damaged. trailer wiring equipment. must be filled from a portable fuel container: 3. Remove and clean the funnel adapter and return it to the storage location. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 248 Driving and Operating Overloading Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Never exceed the loads given for the towing equipment fitted to the injury caused by use of such . Do not drive with the vehicle. equipment. The use of such liftgate open. All mandatory equipment must be equipment may void your vehicle . Fully open the instrument fitted, otherwise you may void the warranty, to the extent Holden panel vents and set the vehicle warranty, to the extent considers the non-recommended climate control to face or Holden considers the overloading or equipment affects the bi-level mode and outside missing equipment to have affected specifications or quality of your air / off. the specifications or quality of the Holden vehicle. vehicle. For further information about It is inadvisable to mix and match carbon monoxide, see Fuel different brands of towing 0 244. { Warning equipment, as equipment is usually designed as an integrated Holden towing equipment is package. recommended where it is available. Where it is not available, no recommendation is made as to the make of { Warning equipment which should be used. When towing a trailer, exhaust Holden will not accept liability for gases may collect at the rear of defects occurring in towing the vehicle and enter if the liftgate equipment not marketed by is open. Holden or for defects in the vehicle arising from the use of When towing a trailer: such equipment or for loss or (Continued) (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 249 Trailer Recommendations . For heavy trailers with more than Towing Precautions one axle, the tow ball load Tow Ball Load . When towing, check and inflate should be 5 – 10% of the loaded the tyres to the recommended trailer mass. pressure. See Tyre Pressure Adjust by moving items forwards or 0 285. backwards within the trailer, to . Tighten the tow ball retaining nut change the balance. to 140 Nm (Newton metres) and Check the tow ball load before check the torque frequently. coupling the trailer to the towing . Vehicles handle differently when vehicle. towing. Take a couple of short If the tow ball load is too light or too distance trips with the trailer heavy, the steering and handling of before taking a long trip. the vehicle may be affected. . Have the vehicle and trailer Axle loads must not be exceeded correctly maintained and when the tow ball load is included. serviced, with particular attention A trailer hitched to a vehicle places See “Axle loads” under Vehicle given to the brakes, tyres, a weight on the tow bar. This weight Weight 0 311. suspension, wheel bearings, is called the tow bar ball weight or towing coupling and lighting. tow ball load (1). If maximum axle loads are exceeded, weight should be . Use an extended-arm mirror on . For single axle trailers, the tow removed from the rear of the vehicle both sides of the vehicle if ball load should be 10% of the and transferred onto the trailer. necessary. loaded trailer mass. Ensure the weight of the packed . The headlamp beam may need E.g. if the weight of the trailer trailer is not greater than the towing adjusting after the loaded trailer and its contents is 750 kg, the capacity of the Holden approved has been hitched, particularly if tow ball load should be 75 kg. tow bar package fitted to the a load distribution hitch is not vehicle, or the vehicle's maximum used. See Headlamp Leveling towing capacity, which ever is lower. Control 0 119. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 250 Driving and Operating . Use a lower gear and the If towing is necessary before this, To remove hitch cover: brakes, when descending steep do not exceed 80 km/h. This also 1. Remove the two fasteners on hills. applies if the vehicle is fitted with a the lower tabs. . Do not use axle-mounted new or reconditioned engine, transmission or rear axle. 2. Pull the lower edge of the hitches. cover to about a 45 degree . The anti-rattle bolt and nut Vehicle Maintenance angle. should be removed when towing More frequent vehicle maintenance 3. Pull the cover downward to to prevent damage to the bolt or is required when using the vehicle disengage the upper tow bar tongue. to tow. Refer to the Service & attachments. Trailer Brakes Warranty Booklet in the vehicle's glovebox. To reinstall hitch cover: . Trailer brakes are mandatory on 1. Hold cover at a 45 degree trailers with an Aggregate Trailer Towing Equipment angle to the vehicle and push Mass (ATM) of more than the upper tabs into the slots in 750 kg. Towbar Cover the bumper. . Consult the appropriate 2. Push the bottom of the cover regulatory body in your State or forward until the lower tabs line Territory for the legal up with the lower slots. requirements of trailer brakes. 3. Snap the hitch cover into place Running-in When Towing by pushing the upper corners It is recommended that a new forward. vehicle be driven for at least 4. Reinstall the two fasteners on 1,500 km before towing. the lower tabs Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 251 Trailer Wiring Harness The seven-wire harness contains Tow/Haul Mode is most useful when the following trailer circuits: towing a heavy trailer or carrying a The trailer wiring harness, with a large or heavy load: 7-pin connector is mounted on the Left Turn Yellow towbar. . through rolling terrain Reverse Signal Black . in stop-and-go traffic Ground White . in busy parking lots Right Turn Green Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul Service Brakes Blue Mode when lightly loaded or not (where fitted) towing will not cause damage; Brake Lamps Red however, it is not recommended and may result in unpleasant engine and Rear Lamps, transmission driving characteristics Clearance and Brown and reduced fuel economy. Side Marker Trailer Sway Tow/Haul Mode Control (TSC) 1. Left Turn For instructions on how to enter Vehicles with Electronic Stability 2. Reverse Signal Tow/Haul mode, see Driver Mode Control 0 205. Control (ESC) have a Trailer Sway 3. Ground Control (TSC) feature. Tow/Haul assists when pulling a 4. Right Turn heavy trailer or a large or Trailer sway is an unintended side-to-side motion of a trailer while 5. Service Brakes (where fitted) heavy load. towing. If the vehicle is towing a 6. Brake Lamps Tow/Haul Mode is designed to be trailer and the TSC detects that most effective when the vehicle and 7. Rear Lamps, Clearance and sway is increasing, the vehicle trailer combined weight is at least Side Marker brakes are selectively applied at 75% of the vehicle's Gross each wheel, to help reduce Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). excessive trailer sway. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 252 Driving and Operating { Warning Conversions and Add-Ons Trailer sway can result in a crash and in serious injury or death, Add-On Electrical even if the vehicle is equipped with TSC. Equipment If the trailer begins to sway, Accessories and Vehicle reduce vehicle speed by Modifications gradually removing your foot from We recommend the use of genuine the accelerator. Then pull over to parts and accessories and factory check the trailer and vehicle to approved parts specific for your correct possible causes, including If TSC is enabled, the Traction vehicle type. We cannot assess or an incorrectly or overloaded Control System (TCS)/ESC warning guarantee reliability of other light will flash on the instrument trailer, unrestrained cargo, products - even if they have a cluster. Reduce vehicle speed by incorrect towbar configuration, regulatory or otherwise granted gradually removing your foot from or incorrectly inflated or incorrect approval. the accelerator. If trailer sway vehicle or trailer tyres. Any modification, conversion or continues, ESC can reduce engine other changes made to standard torque to help slow the vehicle. TSC vehicle specifications (including, will not function if ESC is turned off. without limitation, software See Traction Control/Electronic modifications, modifications of the Stability Control 0 202. electronic control units) may invalidate the warranty offered by Holden. Furthermore, such changes may impact fuel consumption, CO2 emissions and other emissions of the vehicle and cause the vehicle to Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Driving and Operating 253 no longer conform to the type Roo Bars approval, impacting the validity of your vehicle registration. { Warning Air Intakes Fitting a roo bar may affect crash Do not fit any accessory over the performance, airbag performance upper or lower air intakes at the and engine cooling. front of the vehicle, as this may affect engine cooling. Roo bars should not be fitted to Holden Genuine Accessories are an vehicles operating in suburban exception, however they should be areas, as they may increase the risk removed in high load and high of injury to a pedestrian in the event temperature conditions. of a collision. Caution In high load and high temperature applications (e.g. towing) no objects should be fitted over the upper or lower air intake at the front of the vehicle, as this could affect cooling. This includes removing Holden Genuine Accessories in this area, in these conditions. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 254 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement Tyre Chains ...... 288 Vehicle Care Bulb Replacement ...... 270 If a Tyre Goes Flat ...... 289 Halogen Bulbs ...... 271 Tyre Changing ...... 290 General Information High Intensity Discharge (HID) Compact Spare Tyre ...... 296 Lighting ...... 271 General Information ...... 255 LED Lighting ...... 271 Jump Starting Accessories and Halogen Headlamps ...... 271 Jump Starting ...... 297 Modifications ...... 255 Fog Lamps ...... 272 Emission Information ...... 255 Towing the Vehicle Turn Signal Lamps ...... 273 Emission Control System . . . . . 255 Towing the Vehicle ...... 299 Reverse Lamps ...... 274 Vehicle Checks Licence Plate Lamp ...... 275 Appearance Care Exterior Care ...... 300 Bonnet ...... 257 Electrical System Engine Compartment Interior Care ...... 302 Overview ...... 258 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 276 Floor Mats ...... 303 Engine Oil ...... 259 Engine Compartment Fuse Engine Oil Life System ...... 261 Block ...... 277 Automatic Transmission Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...... 280 Fluid ...... 262 Rear Fuse Panel ...... 282 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 262 Engine Coolant ...... 263 Vehicle Tools Engine Overheating ...... 264 Tools ...... 285 Washer Fluid ...... 266 Brakes ...... 266 Wheels and Tyres Brake Fluid ...... 267 Tyres ...... 285 Battery ...... 268 Tyre Pressure ...... 285 All-Wheel Drive ...... 269 Tread Depth ...... 287 Wiper Blade Replacement . . . . 269 Tyre Rotation ...... 287 Windscreen Replacement . . . . 270 Buying New Tyres ...... 288 Wheel Alignment and Tyre Balance ...... 288 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 255 General Information Emission Information . Exhaust emission control system. The various For service and parts needs, visit The emission control systems are components of this system your dealer. You will receive designed to reduce the amount of operate collectively to limit HC, genuine parts and trained and hydrocarbons (HC), carbon CO and NOx emissions in the supported service people. monoxide (CO), and oxides of exhaust petrol. The exhaust nitrogen (NOx) that are emitted from emission control system consists Accessories and the engine and fuel system into the of components including Modifications atmosphere. HC and NOx, when electronic control of spark, fuel exposed to sunlight under certain and idle speed. In addition Adding non-genuine accessories or conditions, contribute to vehicles have a catalytic making modifications to the vehicle photochemical smog. In addition, converter and closed loop can affect vehicle performance, CO is toxic to inhale. mixture control system. safety and durability. Emission Control System It is recommended that service and These accessories or modifications repair to fuel or emission systems could even cause malfunction or Major emission control systems that be carried out by an authorised damage not covered by the vehicle the vehicle may have are: Holden Dealer. warranty. . Evaporative emission control Owner Responsibility Genuine Holden accessories are system. This system is designed designed to complement and to prevent the escape of fuel The engine, engine control system function with other systems on the vapour from the fuel system and and exhaust system of the vehicle vehicle. See your dealer for recycle the vapours through the must NOT be modified in any way. assistance with the Genuine Holden normal combustion process. accessories that are available for { Warning . Crankcase emission control your vehicle. system. This system is designed Any person who removes, to prevent blow-by gases from modifies or hinders any part of escaping into the atmosphere the emission control system may and recycle them through the combustion process. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 256 Vehicle Care Reducing Fuel Consumption Riding the Brake Warning (Continued) Engine Do not rest your foot on the brake be contravening Australian pedal when you do not intend to Have the vehicle serviced regularly brake. Design Rules. It is also illegal to in accordance with the Maintenance drive a vehicle modified in Schedule in the Service & Warranty Air Conditioning this way. Booklet. Switch off the air conditioning when Tyre Pressure not required, however, once every 2 Maintenance Requirements weeks, with the engine running, Keep the tyres at the recommended Have the vehicle serviced at the switch the air conditioning on for 5 pressures. See Tyre Pressure to 10 minutes to lubricate the seals frequency shown in the 0 313. Maintenance Schedule in your (even in winter). Service & Warranty Booklet. Wheel Alignment It is recommended that servicing be Maintain correct front and rear carried out by an authorised Holden wheel alignment. Dealer who will maintain the Warm-ups and Idling vehicle's emission control system as per the Service & Warranty Booklet. Avoid long engine warm-ups. They are unnecessary and waste fuel. It is recommended that all fluid levels are checked weekly. Avoid long engine idling. Accelerating, Driving and Braking Accelerate gently and avoid rapid starts. Drive the vehicle at steady speeds where possible (after running-in). Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 257 Vehicle Checks 2. At the front of the vehicle, pull Lower the bonnet until the up on the centre of the bonnet lifting pressure of the gas struts slightly, and push the is reduced, then allow the Bonnet secondary bonnet release to bonnet to fall and latch into Opening your right. place under its own weight. 3. After you have partially lifted 3. Check to ensure the bonnet is the bonnet, gas struts will closed. If the bonnet has not automatically take over to lift fully latched, raise it again and and hold the bonnet in the fully push the bonnet down from a open position. greater height than the previous attempt. Closing 1. Pull the bonnet release handle { Warning with this symbol on it. It is { Warning If while driving you notice that the under the instrument panel on To avoid injury and/or damage to the driver's side of the vehicle. bonnet has not been properly the vehicle, check each time, closed, pull the vehicle over to the before the bonnet is closed, that side of the road at the earliest the contact area is unobstructed. possible moment and close the bonnet correctly. 1. Before closing the bonnet, ensure all filler caps are fitted correctly and nothing is left behind. 2. Pull the bonnet down to close. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 258 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 259 1. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 262. Engine Oil . Always dispose of engine oil 2. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See properly. Brake Fluid 0 267. { Danger Checking Engine Oil Level 3. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See Engine oil is an irritant and if Check the engine oil level regularly, Engine Oil 0 259. ingested can cause illness or or approximately every 650 km, 4. Engine Oil Dipstick. See death. especially prior to a long trip. Engine Oil 0 259. Note Avoid repeated or prolonged 5. Engine Cooling Fan (Out of contact with skin. The engine must be at operating View). See Engine Coolant temperature and the ignition turned 0 263. Wash exposed areas with soap off for at least five minutes. and water or hand cleaner. 6. Windscreen Washer Fluid If a Low Oil Driver Information Reservoir. See Washer Fluid Centre (DIC) message displays, 0 266. To ensure optimum engine check the oil level. If the oil is not performance and long life, careful low and the low oil message 7. Battery 0 268. attention must be paid to engine oil. remains on, take the vehicle to your 8. Engine Coolant Surge Tank Following these simple, but dealer for service. and Pressure Cap. See Engine important steps will help protect 1. Park the vehicle on a level Coolant 0 263. your investment: surface. 9. Positive (+) Battery Terminal. . Use engine oil approved to the 2. Remove the engine oil dipstick See Jump Starting 0 297. correct specification and and wipe it clean. 10. Engine Compartment Fuse viscosity grade. See Engine Compartment Block 0 277. . Check the engine oil level Overview 0 258 for the regularly and maintain the 11. Remote Negative (-) Battery location. Terminal. See Jump Starting correct oil level. 0 297. . Change the engine oil at the appropriate time. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 260 Vehicle Care normal amount of oil, the level may { Warning not have dropped from the upper Caution area/mark, due to dilution. The engine oil dipstick handle Do not add too much oil. Oil may be hot; it could burn you. If this vehicle is driven for some levels above or below the Use a towel or glove to touch the distance at highway speeds the acceptable operating range dipstick handle. dilution elements evaporate, shown on the dipstick are harmful resulting in a sudden drop in oil to the engine. If you find that you level. 3. Reinsert the dipstick fully. have an oil level above the Adding Engine Oil operating range, i.e., the engine 4. Remove the dipstick and read has so much oil that the oil level the oil level as described gets above the cross-hatched below. area that shows the proper Dilution operating range, the engine could be damaged. You should drain When a vehicle is frequently driven out the excess oil or limit driving on short trips, the engine often fails to reach normal operating of the vehicle and seek a service temperatures: If the oil is below the cross-hatched professional to remove the excess amount of oil. . The oil becomes diluted by fuel area at the tip of the dipstick and and moisture that settles in the the engine has been off for at least oil pan. 15 minutes, add 1 litre of the See Engine Compartment Overview recommended oil and then recheck 0 258 for the location of the engine . This may raise the oil level the level. oil fill cap. creating a false reading on the See Recommended Fluids and Add enough oil to put the level engine oil dipstick. Lubricants 0 306 and Capacities somewhere in the correct operating and Specifications 0 313. For example, in a vehicle that has range. accumulated 1,500 km of short distance or intermittent city operation and has consumed a Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 261 When finished, ensure the dipstick on a combination of factors which Your dealer has trained service is inserted all the way back in and include engine revolutions, engine people who will perform this work ensure the oil fill cap is replaced temperature, and distance driven. and reset the system. securely. Based on driving conditions, the How to Reset the Engine Oil Note distance at which an oil change is Life System Non-detergent and other low quality indicated can vary considerably. For oils, the use of break-in oil, tune up the oil life system to work properly, Reset the system whenever the compounds, friction reducing the system must be reset every time engine oil is changed so the system compounds and other supplemental the oil is changed. can calculate the next engine oil change. additives are not recommended. When the system has calculated Their use increases costs, may be that oil life has been diminished, it Type 1: detrimental to the operation of the indicates that an oil change is 1. Display the Remaining Oil Life vehicle and may void the vehicle necessary. A Change Engine Oil on the DIC. See Driver warranty, to the extent that Holden Soon message is displayed on the Information Centre (DIC) 0 103. considers the non-recommended Driver Information Centre (DIC). 2. Press the thumbwheel on the fluid to have affected the Change the oil as soon as possible right-hand side of the steering specifications or quality of the within the next 1000 km. wheel to display the vehicle. It is possible that, if driving under Reset menu. Engine Oil Change Intervals the best conditions, the oil life 3. Press to highlight Yes, then system might indicate that an oil p Refer to the Service & Warranty press the thumbwheel to change is not necessary for a longer Booklet. confirm. The oil life will change period than shown in the service to 100%. schedule. However, the engine oil Engine Oil Life System and filter must be changed in Type 2: Changing Engine Oil accordance with the service 1. Display the Remaining Oil Life schedule outlined in the Service & This vehicle has a computer system on the DIC. See Driver Warranty booklet. At this time the Information Centre (DIC) 0 103. that indicates when to change the system must be reset. engine oil and filter. This is based Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 262 Vehicle Care 2. Press p on the steering wheel Change the fluid at the intervals Removal to display the Reset menu. listed in the Service & Warranty booklet. Only use the fluid listed in 3. Press the thumbwheel to Recommended Fluids and confirm. The oil life will change Lubricants 0 306. to 100%. If the Change Engine Oil Soon Engine Air Cleaner/Filter message comes back on when the The engine air cleaner/filter is vehicle is started, the engine oil life located in the engine compartment system has not been reset. Repeat on the driver's side of the vehicle. the procedure. See Engine Compartment Overview 0 Automatic Transmission 258. Fluid Caution 1. Remove the five screws. It is not necessary to check the transmission fluid level. If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt 2. Lift the air cleaner cover and A transmission fluid leak is the only can easily get into the engine, move to the side. which could damage it. Always reason for fluid loss. If a leak 3. Inspect or replace the engine occurs, take the vehicle to your have the air cleaner/filter in place air cleaner/filter as required. dealer and have it repaired as soon when driving. as possible. Installation There is a special procedure for For intervals on when to change 1. Install the air cleaner/filter and checking and changing the and inspect the engine air cleaner/ ensure that it is seated transmission fluid. Because this filter, see the Service & Warranty correctly. procedure is difficult, this should be booklet. 2. Lower the cover ensuring it is done at the dealer. correctly aligned and install the five screws securely. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 263 Engine Coolant The engine cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DexCool® The cooling system allows the engine coolant mixture. This coolant engine to maintain the correct needs to be checked and changed operating temperature. at appropriate levels. See Recommended Fluids and { Warning Lubricants 0 306 and refer to the Service & Warranty booklet. An under bonnet electric fan can The following explains the cooling start up even when the engine is system and how to check and add not running and can cause injury. coolant when it is low. If there is a Keep hands, clothing, and tools problem with engine overheating, away from any under bonnet see Engine Overheating 0 264. Check the coolant level in the electric fan. Checking Coolant coolant surge tank when the engine is cold. The vehicle must be on a level When cold, the coolant level should surface when checking the coolant { Warning be within the cross-hatched area on level. the front of the coolant surge tank, Do not touch heater or radiator or just below the rib. If not, see hoses, or other engine parts. “Adding Coolant” further in this They may be very hot and can section. burn you. Do not run the engine if there is a leak; all coolant could leak out. That could cause an engine fire and can burn you. Fix any leak before driving the vehicle. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 264 Vehicle Care Adding Coolant Watch out for the engine cooling fans. { Warning By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank Steam and scalding liquids from a may be lower. If the level is hot cooling system are under lower, add more coolant pressure. Turning the pressure The coolant surge tank pressure mixture to the coolant surge cap, even a little, can cause them cap can be removed when the tank until the level reaches the to come out at high speed and cooling system, including the surge mark pointed to on the front of you could be burned. Never turn tank pressure cap and upper the coolant surge tank. radiator hose, is no longer hot. the cap when the cooling system, 5. Replace the pressure cap including the pressure cap, is hot. 1. Turn the pressure cap slowly tightly. Wait for the cooling system and anticlockwise. If a hiss is pressure cap to cool. heard, wait for that to stop. Caution A hiss means there is still some pressure left. If the pressure cap is not tightly Caution 2. Keep turning the pressure cap installed, coolant loss and engine slowly and remove it. damage may occur. Be sure the cap is properly and tightly Failure to follow the specific 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with secured. coolant fill procedure could cause a 50/50 mixture of clean, the engine to overheat and could drinkable water and DexCool to cause system damage. If coolant the area pointed to on the front Engine Overheating is not visible in the surge tank, of the coolant surge tank. contact your dealer. The vehicle has several indicators 4. With the coolant surge tank to warn of the engine overheating. pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upper radiator hose getting hot. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 265 There is an engine coolant If Steam Is Coming from the If the overheat warning is displayed temperature gauge on the Engine Compartment with no sign of steam: instrument cluster. See Engine 0 1. Turn the air conditioning off. Coolant Temperature Gauge 93. { Warning The vehicle may also display a 2. Turn the heater on to the message on the Driver Information Steam and scalding liquids from a highest temperature and to the highest fan speed. Open the Centre (DIC). hot cooling system are under windows as necessary. If the decision is made not to lift the pressure. Turning the pressure bonnet when this warning appears, cap, even a little, can cause them 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off get service help right away. to come out at high speed and the road, shift to P (Park) or you could be burned. Never turn N (Neutral), and let the If the decision is made to lift the engine idle. bonnet, make sure the vehicle is the cap when the cooling system, parked on a level surface. Then including the pressure cap, is hot. If the engine coolant temperature check to see if the engine cooling Wait for the cooling system and gauge is no longer in the fan is running. If the engine is pressure cap to cool. overheated area, the vehicle can be overheating, the fan should be driven. Continue to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes. Keep a running. If it is not, do not continue If No Steam Is Coming from to run the engine. Have the vehicle safe distance from the vehicle in serviced. the Engine Compartment front. If the warning does not come If an engine overheat warning is back on, continue to drive normally Caution displayed but no steam can be seen and have the cooling system or heard, the problem may not be checked for proper fill and function. Do not run the engine if there is a too serious. Sometimes the engine If the warning continues, pull over, leak in the engine cooling system. can get a little too hot when the stop, and park the vehicle This can cause a loss of all vehicle: right away. coolant and can damage the . Climbs a long hill on a hot day system and vehicle. Have any . Stops after high-speed driving leaks fixed right away. . Idles for long periods in traffic Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 266 Vehicle Care If there is no sign of steam, idle the Open the cap with the washer engine for three minutes while symbol on it. Add washer fluid until Caution (Continued) parked. If the warning is still the tank is full. See Engine displayed, turn off the engine until it Compartment Overview 0 258 for . When using concentrated cools down. reservoir location. washer fluid, follow the manufacturer instructions for adding water. Washer Fluid Caution . Fill the washer fluid tank What to Use . Do not use washer fluid that only three-quarters full when When windscreen washer fluid is contains any type of water it is very cold. This allows needed, be sure to read the repellent coating. This can for fluid expansion if manufacturer's instructions before cause the wiper blades to freezing occurs, which could use. If operating the vehicle in an chatter or skip. damage the tank if it is completely full. area where the temperature may fall . Do not use engine coolant below freezing, use a fluid that has (antifreeze) in the sufficient protection against windscreen washer. It can Brakes freezing. damage the windscreen washer system and paint. The disc brake pads have built-in Adding Washer Fluid wear indicators that make a . Do not mix water with high-pitched warning sound when ready-to-use washer fluid. the brake pads are worn and new Water can cause the pads are needed. The sound can solution to freeze and come and go, or can be heard all damage the washer fluid the time when the vehicle is moving, tank and other parts of the except when applying the brake washer system. pedal firmly. (Continued) Have the brakes serviced as soon as possible. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 267 Some driving conditions or climates There are only two reasons why the can cause a brake squeal when the brake fluid level in the reservoir may { Warning brakes are first applied or lightly go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it applied. This does not mean . Normal brake lining wear. When something is wrong with the brakes. can spill on the engine and burn, new linings are installed, the if the engine is hot enough. You fluid level goes back up. Brake Fluid or others could be burnt, and the . A fluid leak in the brake vehicle could be damaged. Add hydraulic system. Have the brake fluid only when work is brake hydraulic system fixed. done on the brake hydraulic With a leak, the brakes will not system. work well. Always clean the brake fluid When the brake fluid falls to a low reservoir cap and the area around level, the brake warning light comes The brake master cylinder reservoir the cap before removing it. on. See Brake System Warning is filled with GM approved DOT 3 Do not top off the brake fluid. Light 0 96. brake fluid as indicated on the Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Brake fluid absorbs water over time reservoir cap. See Engine If fluid is added when the linings are which degrades the effectiveness of 0 Compartment Overview 258 for worn, there will be too much fluid the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid the location of the reservoir. when new brake linings are at the specified intervals to prevent Checking Brake Fluid installed. Add or remove fluid, as increased stopping distance. necessary, only when work is done With the vehicle in P (Park) on a on the brake hydraulic system. What to Add level surface, the brake fluid level Use only GM approved DOT 3 should be between the minimum brake fluid from a clean, sealed and maximum marks on the brake container. See Recommended fluid reservoir. Fluids and Lubricants 0 306. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 268 Vehicle Care Stop/Start System { Warning The vehicle has a Stop/Start system The wrong or contaminated brake to shut off the engine to help fluid could result in damage to the conserve fuel. See Stop/Start 0 brake system. This could result in System 194. the loss of braking leading to a It has an Absorbed Glass Mat possible injury. Always use the (AGM) 12-volt battery. Installation of proper GM approved brake fluid. a standard 12-volt battery will result in reduced 12-volt battery life. When using a 12-volt battery Caution charger on the 12-volt AGM battery, some chargers have an AGM If brake fluid is spilled on the battery setting on the charger. { Warning vehicle's painted surfaces, the If available, use the AGM setting on Do not use a match or flame near paint finish can be damaged. the charger, to limit charge voltage a vehicle's battery. If you need Immediately wash off any painted to 14.8 volts. more light, use a flashlight. surface. Do not smoke near a vehicle's battery. Battery When working around a vehicle's The original equipment battery is battery, shield your eyes with maintenance-free. Do not remove protective glasses. the cap and do not add fluid. Keep children away from vehicle Refer to the replacement number on batteries. the original battery label when a new battery is needed. For replacement of the battery, see your dealer. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 269 All-Wheel Drive Front Wiper Blade { Warning Replacement Transfer Case Batteries have acid that can burn To replace the wiper blade you and gas that can explode. Under normal driving conditions, assembly: transfer case fluid does not require You can be hurt badly if you are 1. Pull the windscreen wiper not careful. maintenance unless there is a fluid leak or unusual noise. If required, assembly away from the Follow instructions carefully when have the transfer case serviced by windscreen. working around a battery. your dealer. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead Wiper Blade Replacement and lead compounds which can Windscreen wiper blades should be cause cancer and reproductive inspected for wear or cracking. harm. Wash hands after handling. It is a good idea to clean or replace the wiper blade assembly on a Vehicle Storage regular basis or when worn. Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, negative (-) cable from the Caution battery to keep the battery from running down. Allowing the wiper arm to touch the windscreen when no wiper 2. Lift up on the latch in the Extended Storage: Remove the blade is installed could damage middle of the wiper blade black, negative (-) cable from the the windscreen. Any damage that where the wiper arm attaches. battery or use a battery trickle occurs would not be covered by charger. 3. With the latch open, pull the the vehicle warranty. Do not allow wiper blade down toward the the wiper arm to touch the windscreen far enough to windscreen. release it from the J-hooked end of the wiper arm. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 270 Vehicle Care 4. Remove the wiper blade. 3. Push the new blade assembly Bulb Replacement 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper securely on the wiper arm until – For the correct type of replacement blade installation. the release lever clicks into place. bulb, or to change a bulb not listed Rear Wiper Blade Replacement in this section, contact your dealer. To remove the wiper blade: Windscreen Replacement Caution 1. Lift the wiper arm away from Driver Assistance Systems the window. The rear wiper arm If the windscreen needs to be Care needs to be taken when will only lift off the glass at a replaced and the vehicle is performing the following small angle to allow for wiper equipped with a front camera sensor procedures as damage can occur. blade removal. The rear wiper for the Driver Assistance Systems, a If you are not competent, it is arm will not lock in a service up GM replacement windscreen is recommended that you seek the position, so care should be recommended. The replacement assistance of your Holden dealer. taken when replacing the rear windscreen must be installed wiper blade. according to GM specifications for proper alignment. If it is not, these systems may not work properly, they Caution may display messages, or they may not work at all. See your dealer for Do not replace incandescent proper windscreen replacement. bulbs with aftermarket LED replacement bulbs. This can cause damage to the vehicle 2. Push the release lever to electrical system. disengage the hook and push the wiper arm toward the centre of the vehicle and out of the blade assembly. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 271 Halogen Bulbs Note Halogen Headlamps After an HID headlamp bulb has { Warning been replaced, the beam might be a slightly different shade than it was Halogen bulbs have pressurised originally. This is normal. gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or LED Lighting others could be injured. Be sure This vehicle has several LED lamps to read and follow the instructions including the daytime running on the bulb package. lamps, brake lamps, tail lamps, centre high mount stop lamp and High Intensity Discharge side indicator lamps. (HID) Lighting For replacement of any LED lighting assembly, contact your dealer. Note { Warning Right-hand side shown. Air cleaner not shown for clarity. The High Intensity Discharge To replace a headlamp bulb: (HID) lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to 1. Open the bonnet. See Bonnet 0 service any of the system 257. components, you could be 2. Remove the cover (1) from the seriously injured. Have your back of the headlamp dealer or a qualified technician assembly by turning it service them. anticlockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical For replacement of an HID headlight connector. bulb contact your dealer. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 272 Vehicle Care 4. Remove the bulb (2) from the 3. Remove the five screws lamp assembly by turning it attaching the lower portion of anticlockwise. the front wheelhouse liner. 5. Install a new bulb in the lamp 4. Carefully disengage the lower assembly. portion of the wheelhouse liner Important: Take care not to touch from the front bumper fascia. the glass portion of the bulb. Pull the liner back to access the rear of the fog lamp. 6. Connect the electrical connector. 7. Install the cover to the back of the headlamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 2. Remove the three screws and remove the front air deflector. 8. Check the headlamp for correct operation. Fog Lamps To replace a fog lamp bulb: 1. Turn the front wheels so the front of the wheel on the applicable side faces inward. Note Wheel and wheelhouse liner not shown for clarity. 5. Remove the bulb (1) from the fog lamp assembly by turning it anticlockwise. Note Wheel not shown for clarity. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 273 6. Disconnect the electrical Rear Turn Signal Lamp connector. To replace a rear indicator 7. Install a new bulb in the lamp lamp bulb: assembly. 1. Open the liftgate. Important: Take care not to touch the glass portion of the bulb. 8. Connect the electrical connector. 9. Refit the wheelhouse liner ensuring it is correctly fitted behind the front bumper fascia and install the front air 2. Remove the green bulb deflector. socket (1) from the headlamp assembly by turning it 10. Check the fog lamp for correct anticlockwise. operation. 3. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of the bulb socket. Turn Signal Lamps 2. Carefully prise off the two 4. Install a new bulb in the bulb Front Turn Signal Lamp screw covers (1) and remove socket. the two screws (2). To replace a front indicator 5. Install the bulb socket in the lamp bulb: 3. Remove the tail lamp assembly headlamp assembly by turning by pulling it straight back until 1. Open the bonnet. See Bonnet it clockwise. the two outer retaining pins 0 257. 6. Check the front indicator lamp disengage from their retainers. for correct operation. 4. If required, disengage the red lock tab and disconnect the tail lamp connector from the body wiring harness. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 274 Vehicle Care 10. Check the rear indicator lamp Carefully push on the inner nut for correct operation. stud to disengage the lamp from the liftgate. Remove the Reverse Lamps lamp while disengaging the lugs at the outer edge. To replace a reverse lamp bulb: 4. If required, disconnect the tail 1. Open the liftgate. lamp connector from the liftgate wiring harness. 5. Remove the bulb socket (1) from the tail lamp assembly by turning it anticlockwise. 6. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of the bulb socket. 7. Install a new bulb in the bulb socket. 8. Install the bulb socket in the tail 2. Carefully prise the lower lamp assembly by turning it portion of the liftgate access 5. Remove the bulb socket (1) clockwise. cover (1) at two places and from the tail lamp assembly by remove the cover. 9. Install the tail lamp assembly turning it anticlockwise. ensuring the outer retaining Important: Cover the liftgate trim 6. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of pins are engaged securely. with tape to avoid damage. the bulb socket. Install the two screws and 3. Remove the two tail lamp screw covers. 7. Install a new bulb in the bulb attaching nuts (2). socket. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 275 8. Install the bulb socket in the tail lamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 9. If disconnected, connect the tail lamp connector to the liftgate wiring harness. 10. Install the tail lamp assembly and install the two nuts. 11. Insert the tabs on the upper edge of the liftgate access cover and engage the retainers. Ensure the retainers 1. Push the left end of the lamp 3. Remove the bulb socket (1) clip in place securely. assembly toward the right. from the lamp assembly (3) by 12. Check the reverse lamp for 2. Carefully lever the left side of turning anticlockwise. correct operation. the lamp assembly down and 4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of remove it from the liftgate. the bulb socket. Licence Plate Lamp 5. Install a new bulb in the bulb To replace a number plate bulb: socket. 6. Install the bulb socket in the lamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 7. Engage the right side of the lamp assembly into the liftgate and then push the left side to snap it into place. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 276 Vehicle Care 8. Check the number plate lamp Electrical System melted, replace the fuse. Replace a for correct operation. blown fuse with a new one of the Fuses and Circuit identical size and rating. Breakers Note Spare fuses are provided in the The vehicle's electrical wiring engine compartment fuse panel. circuits are protected from short Replace any used fuse as soon as circuits by a combination of fuses possible. and circuit breakers. This greatly In an emergency if a fuse is blown, reduces the chance of damage fuses of the same amperage can be caused by electrical problems. temporarily borrowed from another fuse location. Replace the fuse as { Danger soon as possible. Fuses and circuit breakers are There is a fuse puller in the engine marked with their ampere rating. compartment fuse panel which can Do not exceed the be used to remove fuses from the specified amperage rating when fuse panel. replacing fuses and circuit breakers. Use of an oversized fuse or circuit breaker can result in a vehicle fire. You and others could be seriously injured or killed. To check a fuse, inspect the silver-coloured metal band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 277 Engine Compartment Caution Fuse Block Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. To remove the fuse block cover, press the clips on the cover and lift it straight up. Caution Do not pull the engine compartment fuse block lever, since it is intended only for service purposes. If pulled, vehicle malfunction may occur. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 278 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage F1 Antilock brake system F2 Starter 1 F3 DC/DC transformer 1 F4 - F5 DC/DC transformer 2 F6 - F7 Electronic brake control module eboost F8 Starter 3 F9 - F10 - F11 - F12 Front wiper F13 - F14 - F15 Rear wiper F16 - Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 279 Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage F17 - F33 Headlamp hi-beam F44 Electronic brake F18 - shutter/Fog lamps control module eboost run/crank F19 - F34 Horn F45 - F20 - F35 - F46 - F21 - F36 Headlamp low-beam right/Headlamp F47 - F22 Electronic brake high-beam left control module F48 - F37 Spare/Headlamp F49 Interior rear view F23 Parking/Trailer high-beam right lamps mirror/Trailer F38 Automatic headlamp F50 Fuel system control F24 Right trailer stop levelling motor lamp/Indicator lamp module/Fuel tank F39 Transmission control zone module run/ F25 Steering column lock module crank F26 - F40 Left rear bus F51 Heated steering F27 Left trailer stop lamp/ electrical centre/ wheel Indicator lamp Ignition F52 Air conditioning F28 - F41 Instrument cluster clutch F29 - F42 Heating, ventilation, F53 - and air conditioning / F54 Coolant pump F30 Washer pump Central gateway F31 Spare/Headlamp module run/crank F55 - low-beam right F43 Reflective light alert F56 - F32 Headlamp display low-beam left Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 280 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Relays Usage F57 Engine control F70 - K10 - module/Ignition F71 - Instrument Panel Fuse F58 Transmission control F72 - module/Ignition Block F73 - F59 Engine control module battery F74 - F60 - F75 - F61 O2 sensor 1/Aero F76 - shutter/Mass air flow F77 - sensor F62 Engine control Relays Usage module – odd K1 Starter 1 F63 O2 sensor 2 K2 Run/Crank F64 Engine control K3 Starter 3 module – even F65 Engine control K4 - The instrument panel fuse block is module powertrain 1 K5 - inside the centre console on the right-hand side of the vehicle. F66 Engine control K6 Coolant pump Note module powertrain 2 K7 Engine control F67 Engine control module It is recommended this procedure is performed by a dealer. module powertrain 3 K8 Air conditioning F68 - Remove the screw cover, and the K9 - screw. Carefully remove the side F69 - panel by pulling it out. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 281 Fuses Usage F1 Body control module 6 F2 Diagnostic link/ Central gateway module F3 Electric steering column lock F4 - F5 - F6 Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning F7 Body control module 3 F8 - F9 Right front heated seat F10 Airbag/Seat belt F11 - The vehicle may not be equipped F12 Amplifier/Noise with all of the fuses, relays, and control module features shown. F13 Body control module 7 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 282 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage F14 Left front F28 Heating, F39 - heated seat ventilation, and air F15 - conditioning Circuit Usage display Breakers F16 Sunroof F29 Radio F40 - F17 - F30 Steering wheel F41 - F18 Instrument cluster adjustment controls F42 Auxiliary power F19 Body control F31 Front blower outlet/Lighter module 1 F32 DC AC inverter F20 Rear seat Rear Fuse Panel entertainment F33 Driver power seat F21 Body control F34 Passenger module 4 power seat F22 Infotainment USB F35 Battery IEC 1 feed data/Aux jack F36 Electric power F23 Body control steering module 2 F37 Rear seat F24 USB charger/ entertainment/USB Wireless charging charge/Wireless charging module/ F25 Ultrasonic park aid Auxiliary power F26 CIM outlet F27 - F38 Body control The rear fuse panel is located below module 8 the left-hand side trim panel in the rear compartment. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 283 Fuses Usage F3 - F4 Rear blower F5 Rear drive control 1 F6 - F7 Right window F8 Rear demister F9 Left window To access the fuse block, remove F10 - the underfloor storage tray. See Cargo Management System 0 76. F11 Trailer reverse There is a label for this fuse block in F12 - the underfloor storage tray. F13 - F14 - F15 - F16 - F17 - F18 - F19 - Fuses Usage F20 Glove box door/ F1 - Trailer brake lamp F2 Trailer battery Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 284 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage F21 - F37 - F53 Video F22 - F38 Window module F54 External object F23 - F39 Rear closure calculating/Side blind zone alert F24 - F40 Memory seat F55 - F25 - module F56 Universal garage F26 Trailer brake F41 Automatic occupancy sensor door opener/Rain F27 Driver ventilated sensor F42 - seat/Lumbar F57 Theft deterrent F28 Passive entry/ F43 - Passive start F44 - Circuit Usage Breakers F29 - F45 Liftgate motor F30 Canister vent F46 Rear heated seats CB1 - F31 - F47 - CB2 - F32 Heated mirror F48 - CB3 Rear auxiliary power outlet F33 - F49 - F34 Liftgate module F50 - Relays Usage F35 Fuel system control F51 - K1 - module/Fuel tank F52 Rear drive control K2 - zone module 2/Active F36 Passenger dampening system ventilated seat/ module Lumbar Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 285 Vehicle Tools Wheels and Tyres Tools Tyres To access the spare tyre and tools: Tyre and Rim Condition 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate . To avoid tyre and rim damage 0 33. and possible tyre blow-out, do not drive over sharp edges. . Drive over edges slowly and at right angles, if possible. . When parking, ensure the tyres 4. Turn the wing nut (3) are not pressed against the anticlockwise to remove the edge of the kerb. jack (1) and wheel wrench (2). . Check the tyres regularly for Place the tool container near damage, stones, punctures, the tyre being changed. cuts, cracks, bulges, etc. Also Also included in the tool check the rims for damage. container are a wheel cable for Contact a dealer if in doubt. use when storing a full-size 2. Lift the load floor. wheel and a capless fuel funnel Tyre Pressure adapter. 3. Remove the underfloor storage Keep the tyres at the recommended tray. See Cargo Management pressures to avoid increased fuel System 0 76. consumption, uneven and premature tyre wear. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 286 Vehicle Care safety, as well as reducing fuel consumption and increasing the life of the tyres. . Check pressures when the vehicle has not been driven for over 3 hours. If tyre pressures must be checked immediately after driving more than 2 km, increase tyre placard pressure by 10%. . Use a tyre pressure gauge to check the tyres. Simply looking 1. Seating capacity The correct pressures for tyres are at the tyres is not sufficient. shown on the tyre placard on the 2. Maximum vehicle capacity Replace any valve dust caps or front passenger door frame and also weight . in the tyre pressure table. See Tyre extensions. 3. Original tyre size Pressure 0 313. . Check the condition of the tyre 4. Cold inflation pressures tread and inspect for stones or Note abnormal wear. . Tyre pressure should be . For constant long distance or checked when the tyres are rough road driving, daily cold, as tyre pressure will checking is recommended. increase as the tyres warm up. . Check the air pressure of the tyres (including the spare) weekly, to ensure occupant Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 287 Tread Depth . The tyre has a bump or bulge in Driving conditions, driving it, indicating some kind of techniques, vehicle loading and internal damage. weather may warrant more frequent . The tyre has a puncture, cut or tyre checks and rotation. other damage which cannot be repaired because of the size or location of the damage. . The cord or fabric is showing. { Warning Do not attempt to drive on a flat tyre more than is necessary to stop safely. Driving even a short Replace the tyres when: distance can damage the tyre and . They are worn to the point wheel beyond repair. Tyres which where the tread indicators have been repaired or retreaded Front and rear tyres can wear appear. are not capable of being driven differently depending on: safely at high speeds. Therefore, The tyres originally fitted to the . Types of roads driven on vehicle have built-in tread their use is not recommended. indicators. When only 1.5 mm of . Driving habits tread remains, these indicators Tyre Rotation . Tyre pressures show as plain bars across the tread pattern at regular intervals It is recommended that you rotate . Wheel alignment and balance around the tyre. tyres at every scheduled New tyres should be fitted in pairs to maintenance service. the front. If replacing only one tyre, . The tread or sidewall is cut, split, or cracked deep enough to pair it on the same axle with the expose the cord or fabric. least worn of the other three. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 288 Vehicle Care Buying New Tyres Tyre condition is checked when the { Warning vehicle is serviced by a Holden Refer to the tyre placard on the Dealer. They are able to diagnose vehicle for tyre size and load rating. Tyres with a lower speed or load any unusual signs of wear. If tyres rating are NOT acceptable for Using a different size or type of tyre are rotated, it is recommended that fitment to the vehicle. may affect: balance be checked at the same time. . Ride Replacing the factory fitted wheels . Handling and tyres with non-genuine wheels Tyre Chains . Speedometer accuracy and tyres may affect the vehicle warranty as well as the vehicle's { Warning . Vehicle ground clearance insurance policy. . Vehicle payload capacity Contact a Holden Dealer for advice Tyre Chains are only permitted on . Maximum vehicle speed on suitable tyres. front tyres of size; 235/65 R18. . Tyre clearance . Use low profile chains that Wheel Alignment and add no more than 12mm . Tyre chain clearance Tyre Balance thickness to the tyre tread Tyres with heavy treads and those and inner sidewall. made for better grip in the wet, Improper wheel alignment or balance can cause: . Use chains that are the should only be operated within the correct size for the tyres. limits recommended by the . Tyres to wear fast and unevenly. manufacturer. . Install the chains on the . The vehicle to pull to one side. tyres of the front axle only. Tyres with a higher speed or load . Vibration. rating are acceptable, provided they . Drive slowly and follow the are fitted to a suitable rim size. If any of these problems exists, chain manufacturer's have the vehicle checked by a instructions. dealer. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 289 If a Tyre Goes Flat Warning (Continued) { Warning It is unusual for a tyre to blow out . If the chains contact the while driving, especially if the tyres Driving on a flat tyre will cause vehicle, stop and re-tighten are maintained properly. See Tyres permanent damage to the tyre. them. If the contact 0 285. If air goes out of a tyre, it is Re-inflating a tyre after it has continues, slow down until it much more likely to leak out slowly. been driven on while severely stops. Driving too fast or But if there ever is a blowout, here underinflated or flat may cause a spinning the wheels with are a few tips about what to expect blowout and a serious crash. chains on will damage the and what to do: Never attempt to re-inflate a tyre vehicle. If a front tyre fails, the flat tyre that has been driven on while . Chains must not be fitted to creates a drag that pulls the vehicle severely underinflated or flat. a compact / temporary toward that side. Take your foot off Have your dealer or an authorised spare tyre. the accelerator pedal and grip the tyre service centre repair or . Check the tyres are inflated steering wheel firmly. Steer to replace the flat tyre as soon as to the correct pressure. See maintain lane position, and then possible. Tyre Pressure 0 313 gently brake to a stop, well off the road, if possible. When using tyre chains the Traction A rear blowout, particularly on a { Warning Control System (TCS) and curve, acts much like a skid and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may require the same correction as Lifting a vehicle and getting under system may engage. Only disable used in a skid. Stop pressing the it to do maintenance or repairs is the TCS and ESC if it is safe to do accelerator pedal and steer to dangerous without the so. See Traction Control/Electronic straighten the vehicle. It may be appropriate safety equipment and Stability Control 0 202. very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake training. If a jack is provided with to a stop, well off the road, the vehicle, it is designed only for if possible. changing a flat tyre. If it is used (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 290 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) for anything else, you or others 2. Place the shift lever in could be badly injured or killed if P (Park). the vehicle slips off the jack. If a 3. Turn off the engine and do jack is provided with the vehicle, not restart while the vehicle only use it for changing a flat tyre. is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers to If a tyre goes flat, avoid further tyre remain in the vehicle. 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) and wheel damage by driving slowly 5. Place wheel blocks, 2. Flat Tyre to a level place, well off the road, if equipped, on both sides of The following information explains if possible. Turn on the hazard the tyre at the opposite how to repair or change a tyre. warning flashers. See Hazard corner of the tyre being Warning Flashers 0 120. changed. Tyre Changing { Warning Spare Tyre and Tools When the vehicle has a flat tyre (2), Changing a tyre can be use the following example as a To access the spare tyre and tools: dangerous. The vehicle can slip guide to assist in the placement of 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate off the jack and roll over or fall the wheel blocks (1), if equipped. 0 33. causing injury or death. Find a level place to change the tyre. To help prevent the vehicle from moving: 1. Set the parking brake firmly. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 291 Removing the Flat Tyre and Installing the Spare Tyre { Warning All passengers must be out of the vehicle when it is being jacked. Do not jack a vehicle with a trailer attached. Remove the trailer first. Only jack the vehicle on hard, level surfaces. 2. Lift the load floor cover. 4. Turn the wing nut (3) Ensure moving parts of the jack 3. Remove the underfloor storage anticlockwise to remove the are adequately lubricated tray. See Cargo Management jack (1) and wheel wrench (2). before use. System 0 76. Place the tool container near the tyre being changed. Use the jack only at the designated lifting points. Use in 5. Remove the spare tyre and other locations may result in the place it next to the tyre being changed. vehicle falling off the jack, or damage to the vehicle. Do not start or run the engine while the vehicle is supported by the jack. Use the jack only for lifting the vehicle when changing wheels. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 292 Vehicle Care Note 4. Place the jack near the Warning (Continued) The compact spare is for temporary flat tyre. use only. Replace the compact Do not get under a vehicle that is spare tyre with a full-size tyre as supported by a jack. No person Caution soon as you can. should place any portion of their Make sure that the jack lift head body under a vehicle that is 1. Park the vehicle on a hard, level surface in a safe location. is in the correct position or you supported by a jack. may damage your vehicle. The The vehicle has a compact/ 2. Perform a safety check before repairs would not be covered by temporary spare wheel. Drive proceeding. See If a Tyre Goes your warranty. 0 carefully and do not exceed Flat 289. 80 km/h as the tyre size is different to the other types on the vehicle. Although the spare tyre was fully inflated when the vehicle was new, it can lose air over time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. After installing the spare tyre on the vehicle, stop as soon as possible to check the inflation pressure is correct. Have the flat tyre repaired or replaced and 3. Turn the wheel wrench 5. Position the jack lift head at the installed back on the vehicle as anticlockwise to loosen all the jack location nearest the soon as possible. wheel nuts, but do not remove flat tyre. them yet. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 293 The jacking location is indicated by a half circle notch in the metal flange. The jack must not be used in any other position. { Warning Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle 6. Turn the wheel wrench 9. Remove all of the wheel nuts. damage, be sure to fit the jack lift clockwise to raise the jack lift 10. Remove the flat tyre. head into the proper location head until the slots in the jack before raising the vehicle. head fit into the metal flange behind the cut out on the { Warning plastic moulding. Do not raise Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the the vehicle yet. Caution parts to which it is fastened, can 7. Put the compact spare tyre make wheel nuts become loose Using a jack to raise the vehicle near you. after time. The wheel could come without positioning it correctly 8. Turn the wrench clockwise in off and cause a crash. When could damage your vehicle. When the jack to raise the vehicle. changing a wheel, remove any raising your vehicle on a jack, be Raise the vehicle far enough rust or dirt from places where the sure to position it correctly under off the ground so that there is wheel attaches to the vehicle. In the frame and avoid contact with enough room for the spare tyre an emergency, a cloth or a paper the plastic moulding. to fit under the wheel well. (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 294 Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) { Warning Warning (Continued) towel can be used; however, use Never use oil or grease on bolts properly could eventually allow a scraper or wire brush later to or nuts because the nuts might the wheel to come off while the remove all rust or dirt. come loose. The vehicle's wheel vehicle is moving. could fall off, causing a crash. 13. Reinstall the wheel nuts. Tighten each nut by hand until the wheel is held against the hub. 14. Lower the vehicle by turning the jack handle anticlockwise. { Warning As soon as possible after changing a wheel, have the wheel nuts tightened with a torque 11. Remove any rust or dirt from 15. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly in wrench to 140 Nm (Newton the wheel bolts, mounting a criss-cross sequence, as surfaces, and spare wheel. metres). shown. 12. Place the compact spare tyre Wheel nuts must be tightened 16. Lower the jack all the way and on the wheel-mounting surface. evenly to the correct torque in the remove the jack from under the sequence shown, as wheel nuts vehicle. which have not been tightened 17. Tighten the wheel nuts firmly (Continued) with the wheel wrench. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 295 4. Door Striker { Warning To store the flat tyre: Storing a jack, a tyre, or other 1. Remove the cable from tool equipment in the passenger package. compartment of the vehicle could 2. Remove the small wheel centre cause injury. In a sudden stop or cap by tapping the back of the collision, loose equipment could cap with the extension of the strike someone. Store all these in shaft. the proper place. 3. Put the flat tyre in the rear storage area with the valve Storing the Flat Tyre stem facing the rear of the vehicle. 5. Hook the cable onto the outside portion of the 4. Pull the cable through the door liftgate hinges. striker and the centre of the wheel. 6. Hook the other end of the cable onto the outside portion of the liftgate hinge on the other side of the vehicle. 7. Pull on the cable to make sure it is secure. 1. Liftgate Hinges 2. Cable 3. Centre of the Wheel Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 296 Vehicle Care 3. Remove the underfloor storage Stop as soon as possible and check tray. See Cargo Management that the spare tyre is correctly System 0 76. inflated after being installed on the 4. Put back the spare tyre and all vehicle. The compact spare tyre is tools as they were stored in the designed for temporary use only. rear compartment. The vehicle will perform differently with the spare tyre installed and it is 5. Install the underfloor recommended that the vehicle storage tray. speed be limited to 80 km/h (50 mph). To conserve the tread of the Compact Spare Tyre spare tyre, have the standard tyre repaired or replaced as soon as { Warning convenient and return the spare tyre 8. Make sure the metal tube is to the storage area. centred at the striker. Push the tube toward the front of the Driving with more than one When using a compact spare tyre, vehicle. compact spare tyre at a time the ABS and Traction Control could result in loss of braking and systems may engage until the spare 9. Close the liftgate and make handling. This could lead to a tyre is recognised by the vehicle, sure it is fully latched. crash and you or others could be especially on slippery roads. Adjust Storing the Compact Spare injured. Use only one compact driving to reduce possible Tyre and Tools spare tyre at a time. wheel slip. To store the spare tyre and tools: Performance of the All-Wheel Drive If this vehicle has a compact spare (AWD) system will be automatically 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate tyre, it was fully inflated when new; reduced to protect the system when 0 33. however, it can lose air over time. using the compact spare. To restore 2. Lift the load floor. Check the inflation pressure the AWD and prevent excessive regularly. It should be 420 kPa wear on the clutch in the AWD, (60 psi). replace the compact spare tyre with a full-size tyre as soon as possible. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 297 Caution Jump Starting Caution For more information about the When the compact spare is vehicle battery, see Battery 0 268. Ignoring these steps could result installed, do not take the vehicle in costly damage to the vehicle through an automatic car wash If the battery has run down, try to that would not be covered by the with guide rails. The compact use another vehicle and some vehicle warranty. Trying to start spare can get caught on the rails jumper cables to start your vehicle. the vehicle by pushing or pulling it Be sure to use the following steps to which can damage the tyre, will not work, and it could damage do it safely. wheel, and other parts of the the vehicle. vehicle. { Warning Do not use the compact spare on Batteries can hurt you. They can other vehicles. be dangerous because: Do not mix the compact spare tyre . They contain acid that can or wheel with other wheels or tyres. burn you. They will not fit. Keep the spare tyre . They contain gas that can and its wheel together. explode or ignite. Caution . They contain enough electricity to burn you. Tyre chains will not fit the If you do not follow these steps compact spare. Using them can exactly, some or all of these damage the vehicle and the things can hurt you. chains. Do not use tyre chains on 1. Discharged Battery the compact spare. Positive (+) Terminal 2. Discharged Battery Remote Negative (-) Terminal Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 298 Vehicle Care 3. Good Battery Negative (-) 3. Set the parking brake firmly Terminal and put the shift lever in { Warning 4. Good Battery Positive (+) P (Park). Using a match near a battery can Terminal cause battery gas to explode. The jump start positive (+) Caution People have been hurt doing this, Terminal (1) and the negative and some have been blinded. remote negative terminal (2) for the If any accessories are left on or plugged in during the jump Use a torch if you need more discharged battery are on the driver light. side of the vehicle. starting procedure, they could be damaged. The repairs would not Battery fluid contains acid that The jump start positive (+) be covered by the vehicle can burn you. Do not get it on terminal (4) and negative (-) warranty. Whenever possible, turn you. If you accidentally get it in terminal (3) are on the battery of the off or unplug all accessories on vehicle providing the jump start. your eyes or on your skin, flush either vehicle when jump starting. the place with water and get 1. Check the other vehicle. medical help immediately. It must have a 12-volt battery with a negative ground system. 4. Turn the ignition off. Turn off all lights and accessories in both vehicles, except the hazard { Warning Caution warning flashers if needed. If the other vehicle does not have Fans or other moving engine a 12-volt system with a negative { Warning parts can injure you badly. Keep ground, both vehicles can be your hands away from moving An electric fan can start up even damaged. Only use a vehicle that parts once the engine is running. when the engine is not running has a 12-volt system with a and can injure you. Keep hands, negative ground for jump starting. clothing, and tools away from any 5. Connect one end of the red under bonnet electric fan. positive (+) cable to the 2. Position the two vehicles so positive (+) terminal on the that they are not touching. discharged battery. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 299 6. Connect the other end of the Towing the Vehicle red positive (+) cable to the Caution (Continued) positive (+) terminal of the good battery. may occur and damage the Caution vehicle. The repairs would not be 7. Connect one end of the black covered by the vehicle warranty. Incorrectly towing a disabled negative (–) cable to the Always connect and remove the vehicle may cause damage. The negative (–) terminal of the jumper cables in the correct order, damage would not be covered by good battery. making sure that the cables do the vehicle warranty. Do not lash 8. Connect the other end of the not touch each other or other or hook to suspension black negative (–) cable to the metal. components. Use the proper remote negative (–) terminal for straps around the tyres to secure the discharged battery. the vehicle. Do not drag a locked Jumper Cable Removal 9. Start the engine in the vehicle wheel/tyre while loading the with the good battery and run Reverse the sequence exactly when vehicle. Do not use a sling type the engine at idle speed for at removing the jumper cables. lift to tow the vehicle. This could least four minutes. After starting the disabled vehicle damage the vehicle. 10. Try to start the vehicle that had and removing the jumper cables, the dead battery. If it will not allow it to idle for several minutes. Holden recommends a flatbed tow start after a few tries, it truck to transport a disabled vehicle. probably needs service. Use ramps to help reduce approach angles, if necessary. A towed Caution vehicle should have its drive wheels off the ground. Contact a If the jumper cables are professional towing service if the connected or removed in the disabled vehicle must be towed. wrong order, electrical shorting (Continued) Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 300 Vehicle Care Front Attachment Points Appearance Care touching the paint (other than water). The wipers must be switched off. Remove the antenna Exterior Care and external accessories. Washing If you wash your vehicle by hand, The paintwork of the vehicle is ensure the insides of the wheel exposed to environmental housings are also thoroughly influences. Wash and wax regularly. rinsed out. When using automatic vehicle Clean edges and folds on opened washes, select a programme that doors and the bonnet as well as the includes waxing. areas they cover. Bird droppings, dead insects, resin, Have the door hinges of all doors pollen and the like should be greased by a Holden Dealer. cleaned off immediately, as they The vehicle is equipped with contain aggressive constituents specific attachment points to be Caution which can cause paint damage. used by the towing provider. These Failure to do so may result in holes may be used to pull the Do not clean the engine permanent damage, particularly in vehicle from a flat road surface onto compartment with a steam-jet or hot weather conditions. the flatbed tow truck. high-pressure jet cleaner. Road bloom is a gradual build up of road and environmental grime. This Thoroughly rinse and chamois off should be removed with a paint the vehicle. Rinse the chamois cleaner once a year, in addition to frequently. Use a separate chamois normal washing. for painted and glass surfaces: If using a vehicle wash, comply with remnants of wax on the windows the vehicle wash manufacturer's will impair vision. instructions. Never use an automatic wash that requires anything Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 301 Do not use hard objects to remove Polishing is necessary only if the spots of tar. Use tar removal spray Caution paint has become dull or if solid on painted surfaces. deposits have become attached Condensation may temporarily to it. appear on the inside of exterior { Warning lamp lenses after rain or washing Paintwork polish with silicone forms the vehicle. Condensation occurs a protective film, making waxing Take care when moving the unnecessary. vehicle after washing, in case when there is a temperature water has affected the brakes. difference between the inside and Plastic body parts must not be Applying the brakes lightly will outside of the lamp allowing a fine treated with wax or polishing indicate whether they have been mist on the inside surface of the agents. affected. To dry them quickly, lamp lens. This condensation will Windows and Windscreen disappear when the vehicle is in a lightly apply the brakes while Wiper Blades maintaining a slow forward speed dry environment or the lamp is on. with a clear area ahead, until If water does collect in the lamp Use a soft lint-free cloth or chamois leather together with window brake performance returns to contact a Holden Dealer. cleaner and insect remover. normal. Air Intakes . Never use abrasive cleaners to clean glass. Exterior Lamps Clear debris from the air intakes, between the bonnet and . Refer to a Holden Dealer for Headlamp and other lamp covers windscreen washer additive. are made of plastic. Do not use any windscreen, and below the front abrasive, solvent based cleaners or bumper when washing the vehicle. . Old wiper blades can cause windscreen scratching. caustic agents and do not Polishing and Waxing dry-clean them. Regularly inspect and Wax the vehicle regularly (at the replace them. latest when water no longer beads). Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 302 Vehicle Care Paintwork Damage Interior Care Caution Rectify minor paintwork damage Do not operate the wiper blades with a touch-up pen before rust { Warning by hand as this damages the forms. Many cleaning products are toxic, wiper drive mechanism. Have more extensive damage or flammable or may damage the rust areas repaired by your Holden interior. When cleaning the Dealer. When cleaning the rear window, interior, avoid volatile cleaners make sure the heating element such as acetone, lacquer inside is not damaged. Caution thinners, enamel reducers, nail Clean smearing wiper blades with a Do not spill coolant on the polish removers, or cleaners such soft cloth and window cleaner. vehicle’s exterior surfaces as it as laundry soaps, bleaches or Wheels and Tyres can damage the paintwork. If you reducing agents. Never use do, wash it off immediately. carbon tetrachloride, petrol or Do not use high-pressure jet naphtha for any cleaning purpose. cleaners. Ensure that the vehicle is well . Remove oil and grease with Underbody ventilated while using any soap and water or detergent. Substances can cause rust under cleaners and always follow the cleaning product manufacturer's . Do not use petrol to clean tyres. the vehicle. recommendations. Water based . Hose the underbody with clean . Use a good quality tyre and cleaners, rather than solvent bumper shine if required. water whenever the vehicle is washed. based cleaners, are . A good quality wheel cleaner recommended. . Where the vehicle is exposed to can be used for cleaning alloy Steam cleaning of seats is not wheels. heavy concentrations of corrosive materials, inspect and recommended. . Do not use abrasive cleaners. wash the complete underbody at least once each year, preferably after winter exposure. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Vehicle Care 303 Interior and Upholstery other agent. Avoid solvents and accelerator or brake pedal. Always petrol in particular. Do not use high check that the floor mats do not Only clean the vehicle interior, pressure jet cleaners. interfere with the pedals. including the instrument panel fascia and panelling, with a dry cloth . Do not use a floor mat if the or interior cleaner. Floor Mats vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver The instrument panel should only be side floor. cleaned using a soft damp cloth. { Warning . Use the floor mat with the Clean fabric upholstery with a If a floor mat is the wrong size or correct side up. Do not turn vacuum cleaner and brush. Remove is not properly installed, it can it over. stains with an upholstery cleaner. interfere with the pedals. . Do not place anything on top of Clean seat belts with a mild, Interference with the pedals can the driver side floor mat. nonabrasive soap and lukewarm cause unintended acceleration water. and/or increased stopping . Use only a single floor mat on distance which can cause a crash the driver side. After washing thoroughly, sponge and injury. Make sure the floor the solution out of the belts. . Do not place one floor mat on mat does not interfere with the top of another. pedals. Caution Close Velcro fasteners as open The original equipment and Genuine Velcro fasteners on clothing could Holden Accessory floor mats are damage seat upholstery. designed for your vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended that Holden approved Plastic and Rubber Parts floor mats be purchased. Plastic and rubber parts can be Non-genuine floor mats may not fit cleaned with the same cleaner as properly and may interfere with the used to clean the body. Use interior cleaner if necessary. Do not use any Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 304 Vehicle Care Removing and Replacing the Floor Mat The driver side floor mat is held in place by two retainers. 1. Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to unlock each retainer and remove. 2. Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snap into position. 3. Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place. Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Service and Maintenance 305 Service and General Information Maintenance Service Information In order to ensure economical and General Information safe vehicle operation and to Service Information ...... 305 maintain the value of your vehicle, it is of vital importance that all Recommended Fluids, maintenance work is carried out at Lubricants, and Parts the intervals as specified. Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...... 306 See your Service & Warranty Booklet for the service schedules and for more information. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 306 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Engine Type 3.6L V6 Petrol Engine oil 5W-30 f (dexos™ 1 Gen 2) Coolant 50% clean fresh water and 50% Dexcool® anti-freeze coolant Automatic transmission fluid Dexron® VI Rear axle clutch fluid (AWD) Refer to your dealer Rear differential oil (AWD) Refer to your dealer Transfer case oil (AWD) Refer to your dealer Brake fluid DOT 3 hydraulic brake fluid Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Technical Data 307 Vehicle Identification The VIN is also stamped in the Technical Data engine compartment on the firewall. It is also included on the vehicle Vehicle Identification compliance label. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...... 307 Engine Identification Engine Identification ...... 307 Identification Labels ...... 308 Service Parts Identification Label ...... 308 Vehicle Data Engine Data ...... 310 Vehicle Weight ...... 311 The Vehicle Identification Number Vehicle Dimensions ...... 312 (VIN) is embossed on the Capacities and instrument panel, visible through the Specifications ...... 313 windscreen. Tyre Pressure ...... 313 The engine serial number is located on the vehicle front side of the engine block. Note An identification label containing the engine number may also be affixed to the engine. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 308 Technical Data Identification Labels Built Date Label Compliance Label Information on the compliance label: 1 : Approval number. An identification label is located on 2 : Manufacturer and vehicle model. the lower portion of the front The vehicle compliance label is 3 : Category. passenger's door frame. The label located on the front passenger's shows the Vehicle Built Date door frame. 4 : Number of seats. and VIN. 5 : Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Service Parts Identification Label There may be a label in the rear compartment, under the load floor, inside the cargo storage shelf unit, that contains the following information: Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Technical Data 309 . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . Model designation . Paint information . Production options and special equipment If there is no label, there is a barcode on the certification label on the centre (B) pillar to scan for this same information. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 310 Technical Data Vehicle Data Engine Data Engine type 3.6L V6 Petrol Engine 3649 cc Engine power and torque Refer to holden.com.au Fuel type Petrol Octane rating (RON)* Recommended: Unleaded 91 Possible: Premium unleaded 95 or 98 Ethanol compatibility E10 *: For further information see Recommended Fuel 0 245. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Technical Data 311 Vehicle Weight Overloading is a safety hazard and could also shorten the life of the vehicle. Maximum Vehicle Carrying Capacity Model Occupants Luggage and Total Load (kg) (Average 68 kg each) Accessories (kg) LT FWD 7 308 784 LT AWD 7 261 737 LTZ FWD 7 301 777 LTZ AWD 7 254 730 LTZ-V FWD 7 244 720 LTZ-V AWD 7 198 674 Note occupants, the weight of . The carrying capacity assumes luggage and accessories can be that no accessories are fitted. increased; however do not If accessories are fitted, the exceed the Total Load. Total Load must be decreased . Axle limits must not be accordingly. exceeded. See “Axle Loads” . The above table shows the later in this section. allowable weight of luggage and accessories with seven occupants at an average 68 kg each. If there are fewer Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 312 Technical Data Axle loads Maximum Front and Rear Axle Loads Do not exceed the maximum axle loads, including the weight of any accessories fitted to the vehicle. Take the roof rack load into account when determining the rear axle load. Weigh at a weighbridge if unsure. Front Axle Load (kg) Rear Axle Load (kg) 1350 1545 Vehicle Dimensions Dimensions (mm) Variant Length Width Height Wheelbase Track: Track: Incl. mirrors Incl. roof rails Front Rear Except LTZ-V 4979 2139 1762 2857 1638 1638 LTZ-V 4979 2139 1767 2857 1638 1638 The above figures are based on design dimensions. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Technical Data 313 Capacities and Specifications Engine 3.6L V6 Petrol Engine Oil (Refill incl. filter) 5.7 L Coolant 11.4 L FWD: 73.4 L Fuel Tank AWD: 82.1 L All capacities are approximate Tyre Pressure Tyre Size Wheel Size and Recommended Pressure Profile Front Rear Spare kPa PSI kPa PSI kPa PSI 235/65 R18 SL 106H 18 x 7.5J 240 35 240 35 —— 235/55 R20 SL 102W 20 x 8.0J 250 36 250 36 —— T135/70 R18 SL 104M 18 x 4.5 ———— 420 60 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 314 Customer Information Customer Customer Information Information Trademarks and Licence Agreements Customer Information Dexos, Dexron, DexCool Trademarks and Licence Dexos®, Dexron®, and Dexcool® "Made for iPod," and "Made for Agreements ...... 314 iPhone," mean that an electronic Owner Assistance ...... 315 and their associated logos are registered trademarks of General accessory has been designed to Vehicle Data Recording and Motors LLC. connect specifically to iPod or Privacy iPhone, respectively, and has been Vehicle Data Recording and certified by the developer to meet Privacy ...... 316 Apple performance standards. Event Data Recorders ...... 317 Apple is not responsible for the operation of this device or its compliance with safety and regulatory standards. Please note that the use of this accessory with iPod or iPhone may affect wireless performance. iPhone®, iPod®, iPod nano®, iPod touch®, iPad® and Siri® are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. The Bluetooth® word mark and logo Android are registered trademarks and are Android™ and GooglePlay™ are owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. trademarks of Google Inc. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Customer Information 315 Owner Assistance Alternatively, the Dealership Email General Manager or Dealer Holden Customer Care Alternatively, you may prefer to Principal will also be happy to email Holden at: At Holden, we want you to be assist you. [email protected] completely satisfied with your Holden Customer Care Office ownership experience. This applies Written Correspondence Should you wish to speak to a to your vehicle and any Holden You can also write to Holden at the representative you may deal with. Holden representative, you are welcome to contact the Holden address below: Refer below for two options for Customer Care team. The Manager seeking assistance with your query. Refer below for operating hours and Holden Customer Care Centre Holden Dealerships various methods of communication. GPO Box 1714 Melbourne 3001 Holden encourages you to seek Operating Hours assistance from your Holden Your written correspondence should Dealership. Each Holden Dealership Weekdays: 8am – 7pm AEST clearly outline your concern or query is equipped to manage any sales, Saturday: 9am – 1pm AEST and include: servicing, parts or technical query. Telephone . Your name and address In the instance that you wish to Holden Customer Care can be . Telephone numbers, both private escalate a query to a higher level of telephoned from anywhere within and business staff, further options are available Australia for only the cost of a to you. . Servicing dealer's name and local call. address As a first step, Holden suggests you The contact number is: discuss any concern with the . Vehicle model relevant Department Manager 1800 033 349 . Vehicle identification number (Sales Manager or Service (I.S.O. VIN), refer to the inside Manager). front cover of the Service/ Warranty Booklet in your vehicle's glove box Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 316 Customer Information . Date of purchase New Zealand Assistance can be Vehicle Data reached on: . Current odometer reading Recording and Most of this information will be 0800 HOLDEN (0800 465 336) found on the Vehicle Identification This number provides access to Privacy Certificate, located inside the front New Zealand Roadside Assistance The vehicle has a number of cover of the Service & Warranty as well as New Zealand computers that record information Booklet in your vehicle's glove box. Customer Care. about the vehicle's performance and Before you write however, Alternatively, you may prefer to how it is driven. For example, the remember that the telephone is the email Holden at: vehicle uses computer modules to monitor and control engine and quicker and more efficient means of [email protected] communication. transmission performance, to You can also write to Holden at the monitor the conditions for airbag New Zealand address below: deployment and deploy them in a crash, and, if equipped, to provide The information in this Owner's The Manager antilock braking to help the driver Handbook applies primarily to Holden Customer Care Centre control the vehicle. These modules Australian Holden vehicles and PO Box 11195 may store data to help the dealer there may be some differences to Ellerslie technician service the vehicle. the Warranty and Owner Assistance Auckland 1542 provisions for New Zealand. Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated, Applicable details for New Zealand such as rate of fuel consumption or are set out in the Holden Warranty average speed. These modules may and Owner Assistance Information retain personal preferences, such as booklet enclosed in the New radio presets, seat positions, and Zealand glovebox wallet. temperature settings. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Customer Information 317 Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, event data recorder (EDR). The injuries occur. if the vehicle is leased, with the main purpose of an EDR is to Note consent of the lessee; in response record, in certain crash or near to an official request by police or crash-like situations, such as an air EDR data are recorded by your similar government office; as part of bag deployment or hitting a road vehicle only if a non-trivial crash GM's defence of litigation through obstacle, data that will assist in situation occurs; no data are the discovery process; or, as understanding how a vehicle's recorded by the EDR under normal required by law. Data that GM systems performed. The EDR is driving conditions and no personal collects or receives may also be designed to record data related to data (e.g., name, gender, age, and used for GM research needs or may vehicle dynamics and safety crash location) are recorded. be made available to others for systems for a short period of time, However, other parties, such as law research purposes, where a need is typically 30 seconds or less. The enforcement, could combine the shown and the data is not tied to a EDR in this vehicle is designed to EDR data with the type of specific vehicle or vehicle owner. record such data as: personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash . How various systems in your investigation. vehicle were operating; To read data recorded by an EDR, . Whether or not the driver and special equipment is required, and passenger seat belts were access to the vehicle or the EDR is buckled/fastened; needed. In addition to the vehicle . How far (if at all) the driver was manufacturer, other parties, such as pressing the accelerator and/or law enforcement, that have the brake pedal; and, special equipment, can read the information if they have access to . How fast the vehicle was travelling. the vehicle or the EDR. Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 318 Index Index A Airbags (cont'd) Accessories and Side ...... 64 Modifications ...... 255 System Check ...... 62 Accessory Power ...... 195 Alarm Adaptive Cruise Control ...... 210 Vehicle Security ...... 38 Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 252 Alert Adjustments Lane Change ...... 237 Lumbar, Front Seats ...... 51 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) ...... 237 Seat, Initial Drive ...... 49 All-Wheel Drive ...... 199, 269 Advanced Parking Assist ...... 229 AM-FM-DAB Radio ...... 132 Agreements Anchor Fittings Trademarks and License . . . . . 169 Top Tether ...... 71 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...... 262 Antenna Air Conditioning ...... 178, 183 Multi-band ...... 135 Air Conditioning Regular Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . 199 Operation ...... 186 Warning Light ...... 98 Air Filter, Passenger Appearance Care Compartment ...... 186 Exterior ...... 300 Air Intake ...... 186 Interior ...... 302 Air Vents ...... 185 Apple CarPlay and Airbag System Android Auto ...... 163 Check ...... 66 Armrest Storage ...... 74 What Will You See after an Audio Airbag Inflates? ...... 66 Bluetooth ...... 139 Airbags Auto Stop Curtain ...... 65 Stop/Start System ...... 194 Front ...... 63 Automatic Readiness Light ...... 94 Dimming Mirrors ...... 41 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Index 319 Automatic (cont'd) Brakes (cont'd) Cargo (cont'd) Door Locks ...... 31 Assist ...... 201 Management System ...... 76 Headlamp System ...... 119 Fluid ...... 267 Tie-Downs ...... 75 Transmission ...... 196 Braking System Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . 3 Transmission Fluid ...... 262 Front Pedestrian (FPB) ...... 235 Centre Console Storage ...... 74 Automatic Transmission Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 191 Chains, Tyre ...... 288 Manual Mode ...... 197 Bulb Replacement Charging Auxiliary Jack ...... 139 Fog Lamps ...... 272 Wireless ...... 86 Avoiding Untrusted Media Halogen Bulbs ...... 271 Charging System Light ...... 95 Devices ...... 135 Halogen Headlamps ...... 271 Check B Headlamps ...... 270 Engine Light (Malfunction High Intensity Discharge Indicator) ...... 95 Battery ...... 268 (HID) Lighting ...... 271 Child Restraint Installation Exterior Lighting Battery Licence Plate Lamps ...... 275 Locations ...... 71 Saver ...... 123 Reverse Lamps ...... 274 Child Restraints Jump Starting ...... 297 Turn Signal Lamps ...... 273 Infants and Young Children . . . . .68 Load Management ...... 123 Buying New Tyres ...... 288 Installation Locations ...... 71 Power Protection ...... 123 ISOFIX ...... 72 Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . 269 C Older Children ...... 67 Bluetooth Camera Systems ...... 6 Overview ...... 158 Rear Vision (RVC) ...... 220 9 Circuit Breakers ...... 276 Bluetooth Audio ...... 139 Capacities and Cleaning Bonnet ...... 257 Specifications ...... 313 Exterior Care ...... 300 Brake Carbon Monoxide Interior Care ...... 302 Parking, Electric ...... 200 Engine Exhaust ...... 195 Climate Control Systems System Warning Light ...... 96 Liftgate ...... 33 Electronic ...... 178 Brakes ...... 266 Cargo Rear ...... 183 Antilock ...... 199 Cover ...... 75 Clock ...... 84 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 320 Index Cluster, Instrument ...... 89 Customer-installed E Compact Spare Tyre ...... 296 Equipment, Notices ...... 66 Electric Parking Brake ...... 200 Compartments D Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . 97 Storage ...... 73 Danger, Warning, and Caution . . . . 3 Electrical Equipment, Control Data Recorders, Event ...... 317 Add-On ...... 252 Hill Descent ...... 204 Database Coverage Electrical System Traction and Electronic Explanations ...... 151 Engine Compartment Fuse Stability ...... 202 Daytime Running Block ...... 277 Control Light Lamps (DRL) ...... 118 Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 276 Hill Descent ...... 98 Delayed Locking ...... 31 Instrument Panel Fuse Control System Destination ...... 144 Block ...... 280 Emission ...... 255 Dimensions Rear Fuse Panel ...... 282 Controls Vehicle ...... 312 Electronic Climate Control Steering Wheel ...... 128 Dome Lamps ...... 121 System ...... 178 Convex Mirrors ...... 40 Door Electronic Stability Control Coolant Ajar Light ...... 102 (ESC) Off Light ...... 100 Engine ...... 263 Delayed Locking ...... 31 Emission Control System ...... 255 Engine Temperature Gauge . . . .93 Locks ...... 29 Emission Information ...... 255 Cooling ...... 178, 183 Drive Systems Engine Courtesy Lamps ...... 121 All-Wheel Drive ...... 199, 269 Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 262 Cover Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . 218 Check Light (Malfunction Cargo ...... 75 Driver Information Indicator) ...... 95 Coverage Explanations ...... 151 Centre (DIC) ...... 103 Compartment Overview ...... 258 Cruise Control ...... 206 Driver Mode Control ...... 205 Coolant ...... 263 Light ...... 102 Driving Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . .93 Cruise Control, Adaptive ...... 210 Environment ...... 188 Exhaust ...... 195 Curtain Airbag System ...... 65 Off-Road ...... 189 Oil Life System ...... 261 Oil Pressure Light ...... 100 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Index 321 Engine (cont'd) Fog Lamps ...... 120 G Overheating ...... 264 Bulb Replacement ...... 272 Gauges Power Messages ...... 110 Folding Mirrors ...... 41 Engine Coolant Temperature . . .93 Starting ...... 193 Forward Collision Alert Fuel ...... 92 Engine Data ...... 310 (FCA) System ...... 230 Odometer ...... 91 Engine Identification ...... 307 Front Airbag System ...... 63 Speedometer ...... 91 Entry Lighting ...... 122 Front Fog Lamp Tachometer ...... 91 Equipment, Towing ...... 250 Light ...... 101 Trip Odometer ...... 91 Event Data Recorders ...... 317 Front Pedestrian Braking Warning Lights and Exit Lighting ...... 122 (FPB) System ...... 235 Indicators ...... 88 Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 116 Front Seat Position Seats General Information Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 118 Adjustment ...... 49 Vehicle Care ...... 255 Exterior Lighting Battery Front Seats Global Positioning Saver ...... 123 Adjustment ...... 49 System (GPS) ...... 149 F Heated and Ventilated ...... 54 Glove Box ...... 73 Fuel ...... 244 Features Guidance Filling the Tank ...... 246 Memory ...... 12 Problems with the Route ...... 150 Gauge ...... 92 Filter, H Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 101 Engine Air Cleaner ...... 262 Halogen Bulbs ...... 271 Recommended ...... 245 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 120 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 120 Fuses Flat Tyre ...... 289 Head Restraints ...... 46 Engine Compartment Fuse Changing ...... 290 Headlamp Leveling Control . . . . . 119 Block ...... 277 Floor Mats ...... 303 Headlamps Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . 276 Fluid Automatic ...... 119 Instrument Panel Fuse Automatic Transmission ...... 262 Bulb Replacement ...... 270 Block ...... 280 Brakes ...... 267 Daytime Running Rear Fuse Panel ...... 282 Washer ...... 266 Lamps (DRL) ...... 118 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 322 Index Headlamps (cont'd) Infants and Young Children, Lamps (cont'd) Halogen ...... 271 Restraints ...... 68 Exterior Lighting Battery High Intensity Discharge Information Saver ...... 123 (HID) Lighting ...... 271 Service ...... 305 Licence Plate ...... 275 High-Beam On Light ...... 101 Instrument Cluster ...... 89 Malfunction Indicator (Check High/Low Beam Changer ...... 118 Interior Rear view Mirrors ...... 41 Engine) ...... 95 Lamps On Reminder ...... 102 Introduction ...... 2 On Reminder ...... 102 Turn Signal Lamps ...... 273 ISOFIX Child Restraint Reading ...... 122 Heated and Ventilated Front Systems ...... 72 Lane Change Alert (LCA) ...... 237 Seats ...... 54 Lane Departure J Heated Mirrors ...... 41 Warning (LDW) ...... 242 Jack Heating ...... 178, 183 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 242 Auxiliary ...... 139 High-Beam On Light ...... 101 Lane Keep Assist Light ...... 98 Jump Starting ...... 297 Hill Descent Control (HDC) . . . . . 204 LED Lighting ...... 271 Hill Descent Control Light ...... 98 K Leveling Control Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 202 Keyless Entry Headlamp ...... 119 Horn ...... 81 Remote (RKE) System ...... 23 Liftgate ...... 33 How to Wear Seat Belts Keys ...... 22 Lighting Properly ...... 60 L Entry ...... 122 HVAC ...... 178, 183 Lamps Exit ...... 122 I Courtesy ...... 121 Illumination Control ...... 121 LED ...... 271 Identification Labels ...... 308 Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 118 Lights If the System Needs Service . . . . 151 Dome ...... 121 Airbag Readiness ...... 94 Ignition Positions ...... 191 Exterior Controls ...... 116 Antilock Brake System Indicator Exterior Lamps Off (ABS) Warning ...... 98 Pedestrian Ahead ...... 99 Reminder ...... 118 Brake System Warning ...... 96 Vehicle Ahead ...... 99 Charging System ...... 95 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Index 323 Lights (cont'd) Lumbar Adjustment ...... 51 Mirrors (cont'd) Check Engine (Malfunction Front Seats ...... 51 Heated ...... 41 Indicator) ...... 95 Manual Rearview ...... 41 M Cruise Control ...... 102 Power ...... 40 Maintenance Door Ajar ...... 102 Tilt in Reverse ...... 41 Air Conditioning Regular Electric Parking Brake ...... 97 Mirrors, Interior Rear view ...... 41 Operation ...... 186 Electronic Stability Control Mode ...... 205 Maintenance Schedule (ESC), Off ...... 100 Driver Control ...... 205 Recommended Fluids and Engine Oil Pressure ...... 100 Multi-band Antenna ...... 135 Lubricants ...... 306 Front Fog Lamp ...... 101 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...... 95 N High-Beam On ...... 101 Manual Mode ...... 197 Navigation High/Low Beam Changer ...... 118 Map Data Updates ...... 151 Destination ...... 144 Hill Descent Control ...... 98 Maps ...... 143 Using the System ...... 140 Lane Keep Assist ...... 98 Media Navigation Symbols ...... 143 Low Fuel Warning ...... 101 Avoiding Untrusted Devices . . 135 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 191 Seat Belt Reminders ...... 93 Memory Features ...... 12 Notices for Customer-installed Security ...... 101 Memory Seats ...... 52 Equipment ...... 66 Service Electric Parking Messages Brake ...... 97 O Engine Power ...... 110 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 98 Odometer ...... 91 Vehicle ...... 109 Traction Off ...... 99 Trip ...... 91 Vehicle Speed ...... 110 Locks Off-Road ...... 189 Mirrors Automatic Door ...... 31 Driving ...... 189 Automatic Dimming ...... 41 Delayed Locking ...... 31 Oil Automatic Dimming Door ...... 29 Engine ...... 259 Rearview ...... 41 Lockout Protection ...... 31 Engine Oil Life System ...... 261 Convex ...... 40 Safety ...... 32 Pressure Light ...... 100 Folding ...... 41 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 101 Older Children, Restraints ...... 67 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 324 Index Operation Power (cont'd) Recognition Fog Lamps ...... 120 Protection, Battery ...... 123 Voice ...... 151 Outlets Retained Accessory (RAP) . . . 195 Recommended Power ...... 84 Seat Adjustment ...... 50 Fuel ...... 245 Overheating, Engine ...... 264 Windows ...... 42 Recommended Fluids and Overview ...... 125 Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . 61 Lubricants ...... 306 Owner Assistance ...... 315 Pressure Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Tyre ...... 313 P System ...... 23 Privacy Remote Vehicle Start ...... 28 Parking ...... 195 Vehicle Data Recording ...... 316 Replacement Parts Parking Assist ...... 225 Problems with Route Airbags ...... 66 Advanced ...... 229 Guidance ...... 150 Replacing Airbag System ...... 66 Passenger Compartment Air Replacing Seat Belt System Filter ...... 186 R Parts after a Crash ...... 62 Pedestrian Ahead Indicator ...... 99 Radio Data System (RDS) ...... 134 Restraints Personalisation Radio Reception ...... 134 Where to Put ...... 70 Vehicle ...... 110 Radios Retained Accessory Phone AM-FM-DAB Radio ...... 132 Power (RAP) ...... 195 Apple CarPlay and Reading Lamps ...... 122 Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 41 Android Auto ...... 163 Rear Climate Control System . . . 183 Roof Bluetooth ...... 158 Rear Seats ...... 56 Sunroof ...... 44 Port Rear Storage ...... 74 Roof Rack System ...... 78 USB ...... 135 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . 220 Rotation, Tyres ...... 287 Positioning Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . . 83 Vehicle ...... 150 Rearview Mirrors ...... 41 S Power Automatic Dimming ...... 41 Safety Locks ...... 32 Mirrors ...... 40 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 51 Seat Belts Outlets ...... 84 Care ...... 61 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Index 325 Seat Belts (cont'd) Service Electric Parking Brake Storage Areas (cont'd) Child Restraints ...... 71 Light ...... 97 Cargo Cover ...... 75 How to Wear Seat Belts Service Information ...... 305 Cargo Management System . . . .76 Properly ...... 60 Servicing System ...... 151 Centre Console ...... 74 Reminders ...... 93 Settings ...... 164 Glove Box ...... 73 Replacing after a Crash ...... 62 Side Airbag System ...... 64 Roof Rack System ...... 78 Three-Point ...... 60 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . 237 Sunglasses ...... 73 Use During Pregnancy ...... 61 Signals, Turn and Storage Compartments ...... 73 Seats Lane-Change ...... 120 Sun Visors ...... 44 Adjustment, Front ...... 49 Software Updates ...... 131 Sunglass Storage ...... 73 Head Restraints ...... 46 Spare Tyre Sunroof ...... 44 Heated and Ventilated Front . . . .54 Compact ...... 296 Surround Vision System ...... 222 Lumbar Adjustment, Front ...... 51 Specifications and Symbols ...... 3 Memory ...... 52 Capacities ...... 313 Navigation ...... 143 Position, Front ...... 49 Speed Limiter ...... 208 System Power Adjustment, Front ...... 50 Speedometer ...... 91 Forward Collision Rear ...... 56 Start Assist, Hill ...... 202 Alert (FCA) ...... 230 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 51 Start Vehicle, Remote ...... 28 Global Positioning ...... 149 Third Row Seat ...... 58 Starting the Engine ...... 193 Roof Rack ...... 78 Security Steering ...... 189 Surround Vision ...... 222 Light ...... 101 Wheel Adjustment ...... 80 Systems Vehicle Alarm ...... 38 Wheel Controls ...... 80 Driver Assistance ...... 218 Service ...... 186 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 128 T Accessories and Stop/Start System ...... 194 Tachometer ...... 91 Modifications ...... 255 Storage Parts Identification Label . . . . . 308 Rear ...... 74 Service and Maintenance Storage Areas Service Information ...... 305 Armrest ...... 74 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 326 Index Technical Data Tread Depth ...... 287 Vehicle (cont'd) Tyre Pressure ...... 313 Trip Odometer ...... 91 Messages ...... 109 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...... 39 Turn and Lane-Change Personalisation ...... 110 Third-Row Seats ...... 58 Signals ...... 120 Remote Start ...... 28 Three-Point Seat Belt ...... 60 Tyre Pressure ...... 313 Speed Messages ...... 110 Time ...... 84 Tyres ...... 285 Towing ...... 299 Tools ...... 285 Buying New Tyres ...... 288 Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 99 Top Tether Anchor Fittings ...... 71 Chains ...... 288 Vehicle Care Tow/Haul Mode ...... 198 Changing ...... 290 Tyre Pressure ...... 285 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...... 98 Compact Spare ...... 296 Vehicle Data Recording and Towing If a Tyre Goes Flat ...... 289 Privacy ...... 316 Equipment ...... 250 Pressure ...... 285 Vehicle Dimensions ...... 312 Trailer ...... 247 Rotation ...... 287 Vehicle Identification Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . 251 Wheel Alignment and Tyre Labels ...... 308 Vehicle ...... 299 Balance ...... 288 Vehicle Positioning ...... 150 Vehicle Weight ...... 311 Traction U Off Light ...... 99 Ventilation, Air ...... 185 Updates Traction Control/Electronic Visors ...... 44 Map Data ...... 151 Stability Control ...... 202 Voice Recognition ...... 151 Software ...... 131 Trademarks and USB Port ...... 135 W License Agreements . . . . .169, 314 Using the Navigation System . . . 140 Warning Traffic Sign Assistant ...... 239 Using the System ...... 129 Brake System Light ...... 96 Trailer Using This Manual ...... 3 Caution and Danger ...... 3 Sway Control (TSC) ...... 251 Lane Departure (LDW) ...... 242 Towing ...... 247 V Warning Lights, Gauges, and Transmission Vehicle Indicators ...... 88 Automatic ...... 196 Alarm System ...... 38 Fluid, Automatic ...... 262 Identification Number (VIN) . . . 307 Holden Acadia Owner Manual (Holden-Localizing-Holden-12561773) - 2019 - crc - 8/28/18 Index 327 Warnings Hazard Flashers ...... 120 Washer Fluid ...... 266 Weights Vehicle ...... 311 Wheels Alignment and Tyre Balance ...... 288 Where to Put the Restraint ...... 70 Windows ...... 42 Power ...... 42 Windshield Replacement ...... 270 Wiper/Washer ...... 81 Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 269 Wipers Rear Washer ...... 83 Wireless Charging ...... 86