2020 GMC Acadia Dashboard | Instrument Cluster Guide
In the 2020 GMC Acadia, the dashboard and instrument cluster offer a full interface made for easy engagement and showing important information. The instrument cluster has a modern design and uses cutting-edge technology to show important information like speed, engine RPM, fuel level, and navigation directions. This helps drivers stay informed and keep their eyes on the road ahead. The dashboard has an instrument cluster and ergonomic controls and displays for the climate, music, and vehicle diagnostics. These make the ride more comfortable and safer for the people inside. The 2020 GMC Acadia’s dashboard and instrument panel make it easier to get to important vehicle information and improve the overall driving experience, whether you’re driving in the city or on a long trip.
2023 GMC ACADIA Specs, Price, Features and Mileage (Brochure)
Instrument Cluster (Base and Midlevel)
Base Cluster Menu
There is an interactive display area in the center of the instrument cluster.
Use the right steering wheel control to open and scroll through the different items and displays. Press
to access the cluster applications. Use 
the list of available applications. Not all applications will be available on all vehicles.
- Info App. This is where the selected Driver Information Center (DIC) displays can be viewed. See “Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base and Midlevel)” in the Index.
- Options
Options
Press
to select the Options app, then press
to enter the Options menu. Use to scroll through items in the Options menu.
Units: Press while Units is displayed to enter the Units menu. Choose English or Metric units by pressing while the desired item is highlighted.
Info Pages: Press while Info Pages is displayed to enter the Info Pages menu and select the items to be displayed in the Info app.
Speed Warning: The Speed Warning display allows you to set a speed not to be exceeded. To set, press when Speed Warning is displayed. Scroll to adjust the value. Press to set the speed. Once the speed is set, this feature can be turned off by pressing while viewing this page. If the selected speed limit is exceeded, a pop-up warning is displayed with a chime.
Midlevel Cluster Menu
There is an interactive display area in the center of the instrument cluster.
Use the right steering wheel control to open and scroll through the different items and displays.
Press
to change between the cluster applications. Use to scroll through the list of available features within each application. Not all applications will be available on all vehicles. Some may be temporarily restricted when the vehicle is off or in ACC/ACCESSORY.
- Home Page
- Info App. This is where the selected Driver Information Center (DIC) displays can be viewed. See “Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base and Midlevel)” in the Index.
- Audio
- Navigation
- Phone
- Options
Home
The information displayed here can be customized from the Options menu.
Speedometer: Displays how fast the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).
Speed Sign: Shows sign information, which comes from a roadway database in the onboard navigation if equipped.
Time: Displays the current time.
Fuel Range: Displays the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle’s fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. The fuel range cannot be reset.
Audio
Use to scroll through options, browse for music, select from favorites, or change the audio source. In the main view, scroll to change the station or go to the next or previous track.
Navigation
In the Navigation menu, if there is no active route, press to access Recents or Favorites. If there is an active route, press to cancel or resume route guidance, mute or unmute voice guidance, or access Recents or Favorites.
Phone
In the Phone menu, if there is no active phone calls, view recent calls, scroll through contacts, select from the favorites, or change the phone source. If there is an active call, mute the phone or switch to handset operation.
Options
Use to scroll through items in the Options menu. Press to select the item. Press to exit the item.
Units: Choose US or Metric units. A selected mark will be displayed next to the selected item.
Info Page Options: Select the items to be displayed in the Info app. A selected mark will be displayed next to the selected item.
Home Page Options: Select the available elements to display. Not all elements will be available on all vehicles: Speedometer, Active Safety, Speed Sign, Time, and Fuel Range.
Speed Warning: Allows you to set a speed not to be exceeded. To set it, press when a Speed Warning is displayed. Use to adjust the value. Press to set the speed. Once the speed is set, this feature can be turned off by pressing the while viewing this page. If the selected speed limit is exceeded, a pop-up warning is displayed with a chime.
Software Information: Displays open-source software information.
Instrument Cluster (Uplevel)
Cluster Menu
There is an interactive display area in the center of the instrument cluster.
Use the right steering wheel control to open and scroll through the different items and displays. Press to access the cluster applications. Use to scroll through the list of available applications. Press to select. Not all applications will be available on all vehicles.
- Info App. This is where the selected Driver Information Center (DIC) displays can be viewed. See Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base) 0 137 or Driver Information Center (DIC) (Midlevel and Uplevel) 0 139.
- Audio
- Phone
- Navigation
- Options
Audio
Press to select the Audio app, then press to enter the Audio menu. In the Audio menu browse for music, select from the favorites, or change the audio source. Use to change the station or go to the next or previous track.
Phone
Press to select the Phone app, then press to enter the Phone menu. In the Phone menu, if there is no active phone call, view recent calls, or scroll through contacts. If there is an active call, mute the phone or switch to handset operation.
Navigation
Press the to select the Navigation app, then press to enter the Navigation menu. If there is no active route, you can resume the last route and turn the voice prompts on/off. If there is an active route, press to cancel or resume route guidance or turn the voice prompts on or off.
Options
Press the to select the Options app, then press to enter the Options menu. Use to scroll through items in the Options menu.
Units: Press while Units is displayed to enter the Units menu. Choose English or Metric units by pressing while the desired item is highlighted.
Display Themes: There are two instrument cluster display configurations to choose from: Sport and Touring.
Info Pages: Press while Info Pages is displayed to enter the Info Pages menu and select the items to be displayed in the Info app.
Speed Warning: The Speed Warning display allows you to set a speed not to be exceeded. To set, press when Speed Warning is displayed. Scroll to set speed and press. Scroll to adjust the value and press the to set the speed. Once the speed is set, this feature can be turned off by pressing while viewing this page. If the selected speed limit is exceeded, a pop-up warning is displayed with a chime.
Software Information: Displays open-source software information.
Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle’s speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).
Odometer
The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometers or miles.
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset. The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center (DIC).
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). For vehicles with the Stop/Start system, when the ignition is on, the tachometer indicates the vehicle status. When pointing to AUTO STOP, the engine is off but the vehicle is on and can move. The engine could auto-start at any time. When the indicator points to OFF, the vehicle is off. When the engine is on, the tachometer will indicate the engine’s revolutions per minute (rpm). The tachometer may vary by several hundred rpm, during Auto Stop mode, when the engine is shutting off and restarting.
Fuel Gauge
When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge indicates how much fuel is left in the tank. An arrow on the fuel gauge indicates the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on. When the indicator is empty, the low fuel light comes on. There is a small amount of fuel left, but the fuel tank should be filled soon. Here are things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge:
- At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.
- It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill the tank.
- The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up.
- The gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on, and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off.
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge
This gauge shows the engine oil temperature. If the gauge pointer moves into the high end, it means that the engine oil has overheated. If the vehicle has been operated under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. If the pointer moves toward the warning area at the high end of the gauge, the engine is too hot. If the engine coolant has overheated and the vehicle has been operating under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Voltmeter Gauge
When the ignition is on, this gauge indicates the battery voltage. When the engine is running, this gauge shows the condition of the charging system. The gauge can transition from a higher to lower or a lower to higher reading. This is normal. If the vehicle is operating outside the normal operating range, the charging system light comes on. Readings outside the normal operating range can also occur when a large number of electrical accessories are operating in the vehicle and the engine is left idling for an extended period. This condition is normal since the charging system is not able to provide full power at the engine idle. As engine speeds are increased, this condition should correct itself as higher engine speeds allow the charging system to create maximum power. The vehicle can only be driven for a short time with the readings outside the normal operating range. If the vehicle must be driven, turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner, and unplug all chargers and accessories. Readings outside the normal operating range indicate a possible problem in the electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible.
FAQs
The “Speedometer” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia displays the vehicle’s current speed in miles per hour (mph) or kilometers per hour (km/h), allowing drivers to monitor their speed while driving.
The “Tachometer” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia indicates the engine’s revolutions per minute (RPM), providing insight into the engine’s performance and helping drivers optimize gear shifts.
The “Fuel Gauge” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia visually represents the remaining fuel level in the vehicle’s gas tank, enabling drivers to monitor fuel consumption and plan refueling accordingly.
The “Engine Temperature Gauge” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia displays the temperature of the engine coolant, alerting drivers to potential overheating issues and prompting necessary action to prevent engine damage.
The “Odometer” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia records and displays the total distance traveled by the vehicle since its manufacture or last reset, providing crucial information for maintenance and resale purposes.
The “Check Engine Light” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia indicates a potential issue with the vehicle’s engine or emissions system, prompting drivers to address the underlying problem to prevent further damage.
The “Turn Signal Indicator” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia flashes to indicate when the vehicle’s turn signals are activated, providing visual confirmation to drivers and other road users.
The “Battery Warning Light” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia indicates potential issues with the vehicle’s charging system or battery, such as low voltage or a faulty alternator, requiring attention from a qualified technician.
The “High Beam Indicator” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia illuminates when the vehicle’s high beam headlights are activated, providing visual confirmation to drivers that the high beams are engaged.
The “Oil Pressure Warning Light” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia indicates low oil pressure in the engine, signaling potential issues such as low oil levels or a malfunctioning oil pump, requiring immediate attention to prevent engine damage.
The “Cruise Control Indicator” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia illuminates when the vehicle’s cruise control system is active, providing visual confirmation to drivers that cruise control is engaged.
The “Airbag Warning Light” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia indicates a potential issue with the vehicle’s airbag system, necessitating immediate attention to ensure proper functionality in the event of a collision, ensuring occupant safety.
The “Parking Brake Indicator” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia illuminates when the parking brake is engaged, providing visual confirmation to drivers that the parking brake is applied.
The “Service Vehicle Soon Light” on the instrument cluster of the 2020 GMC Acadia indicates a potential issue with the vehicle’s overall operation, prompting drivers to have the vehicle inspected by a qualified technician for diagnosis and repair.
Useful Links
View Full PDF: GMC Acadia 2020 User Manual | Auto User Guide
2023 GMC ACADIA Specs, Price, Features and Mileage (Brochure)