The 2004 GMC Canyon is a compact pickup truck built on the GMT355 platform, a versatile foundation shared with its Chevrolet Colorado counterpart. Known for its robust construction and a range of powertrain options, including gasoline engines like the 2.8L Vortec 3500 L4 and the more powerful 3.5L Vortec 3500 L5, the Canyon offered rear-wheel drive or available four-wheel drive. This model year marked GMC's re-entry into the compact truck segment, aiming to provide a capable and reliable vehicle for various needs, from daily commuting to light-duty hauling and towing, with towing capacities up to approximately 5,000 lbs when properly equipped.
This manual provides comprehensive guidance for the 2004 GMC Canyon, covering all essential aspects of operation, maintenance, and care. It details safety systems such as airbags and seatbelts, vehicle controls and features including climate control and audio systems, and driving and operation advice for various road conditions. Furthermore, the manual outlines routine maintenance tasks, fluid specifications, and appearance care tips, along with specific towing guidelines. This resource is designed to empower owners and technicians to understand and maintain the vehicle effectively, ensuring its longevity and optimal performance.
Content:
Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1
Front Seats ............................................... 1-3
Rear Seats ............................................... 1-9
Safety Belts ............................................. 1-11
Child Restraints ....................................... 1-31
Air Bag Systems ...................................... 1-60
Restraint System Check ............................ 1-73
Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1
Keys ........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks ....................................... 2-7
Windows ................................................. 2-12
Theft-Deterrent Systems ............................ 2-14
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ........... 2-16
Mirrors .................................................... 2-36
OnStar® System ...................................... 2-41
Storage Areas ......................................... 2-42
Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview .......................... 3-2
Climate Controls ...................................... 3-18
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ........ 3-22
Driver Information Center (DIC) .................. 3-37
Audio System(s) ....................................... 3-42
Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ........ 4-2
Towing ................................................... 4-47
Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1
Service ..................................................... 5-3
Fuel ......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood ............... 5-10
Rear Axle ............................................... 5-47
Four-Wheel Drive ..................................... 5-48
Front Axle ............................................... 5-49
Bulb Replacement .................................... 5-50
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ......... 5-55
Tires ...................................................... 5-57
Appearance Care ..................................... 5-94
Vehicle Identification ............................... 5-103
Electrical System .................................... 5-103
Capacities and Specifications ................... 5-108
Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule ................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information ........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects ........................... 7-10
Index
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Content:
Seats and Restraint Systems ........................... 1-1
Front Seats ............................................... 1-3
Rear Seats ............................................... 1-9
Safety Belts ............................................. 1-11
Child Restraints ....................................... 1-31
Air Bag Systems ...................................... 1-60
Restraint System Check ............................ 1-73
Features and Controls ..................................... 2-1
Keys ........................................................ 2-2
Doors and Locks ....................................... 2-7
Windows ................................................. 2-12
Theft-Deterrent Systems ............................ 2-14
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ........... 2-16
Mirrors .................................................... 2-36
OnStar® System ...................................... 2-41
Storage Areas ......................................... 2-42
Instrument Panel ............................................. 3-1
Instrument Panel Overview .......................... 3-2
Climate Controls ...................................... 3-18
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ........ 3-22
Driver Information Center (DIC) .................. 3-37
Audio System(s) ....................................... 3-42
Driving Your Vehicle ....................................... 4-1
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ........ 4-2
Towing ................................................... 4-47
Service and Appearance Care .......................... 5-1
Service ..................................................... 5-3
Fuel ......................................................... 5-5
Checking Things Under the Hood ............... 5-10
Rear Axle ............................................... 5-47
Four-Wheel Drive ..................................... 5-48
Front Axle ............................................... 5-49
Bulb Replacement .................................... 5-50
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement ......... 5-55
Tires ...................................................... 5-57
Appearance Care ..................................... 5-94
Vehicle Identification ............................... 5-103
Electrical System .................................... 5-103
Capacities and Specifications ................... 5-108
Maintenance Schedule ..................................... 6-1
Maintenance Schedule ................................ 6-2
Customer Assistance and Information .............. 7-1
Customer Assistance and Information ........... 7-2
Reporting Safety Defects ........................... 7-10
Index
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