2024 GMC Canyon Exterior and Interior Lighting User Manual
With the 2024 GMC Canyon’s cutting-edge lights, light up your journey. The exterior lighting of the Canyon, which includes its svelte LED headlights and recognizable C-shaped daytime running lights, not only improves visibility but also provides it a unique and contemporary appearance when driving.
2023 – 2024 GMC CANYON Review, Price, Features and Mileage (Brochure)
2024 GMC Exterior Lighting
Exterior Lamp Controls
The exterior lamp controls, also known as headlights, are in the Controls App on the infotainment home screen. Select Controls > Lights > Headlights.
To operate, select the following options:
- Off: Turn off the exterior lamps. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the headlamps will automatically reactivate when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
- Auto: Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting.
- Parking: Turn on the parking lamps.
- On: Turns on the exterior lamps.
IntelliBeam System
If equipped, this system turns the high-beam headlamps on and off according to surrounding traffic conditions. The system turns the high-beam headlamps on when it is dark enough and there is no other traffic present.
This light
appears on the instrument cluster when the IntelliBeam system is enabled.
Turning the IntelliBeam On and Off
To enable and disable the IntelliBeam system on the infotainment home screen, select Control > Lights >Auto High Beams when the headlights are set in the ON or Auto position.
Driving with IntelliBeam
The system only activates the high beams when driving over 40 km/h (25 mph). The blue high-beam on light appears on the instrument cluster when the high beams are on. There is a sensor near the top centre of the windshield that automatically controls the system. Keep this area of the windshield clear of debris to allow for best system performance.
The high-beam headlamps remain on, under automatic control, until one of the following situations occurs:
- The system detects an approaching vehicle’s headlamps.
- The system detects a preceding vehicle’s taillamps.
- The outside light is bright enough that high-beam headlamps are not required.
- The vehicle speed drops below 20 km/h (12 mph).
The high beams may not turn off automatically if the system cannot detect another vehicle’s lamps because of any of the following:
- The other vehicle’s lamps are missing, damaged, obstructed from view, or otherwise undetected.
- The other vehicle’s lamps are covered with dirt, snow, and/or road spray.
- The other vehicle’s lamps cannot be detected due to dense exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road spray, mist, or other airborne obstructions.
- The vehicle windshield is dirty, cracked, or obstructed by something that blocks the view of the light sensor.
- The vehicle is loaded such that the front end points upward, causing the light sensor to aim high and not detect headlamps and taillamps.
- The vehicle is being driven on winding or hilly roads.
The automatic high-beam headlamps may need to be disabled if any of the above conditions exist.
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
A reminder chime sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on, the ignition is off, and a door is open. To disable the chime, turn the lamps off.
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Push the turn signal lever away from you and release to turn the high beams on. To return to low beams, push the lever again or pull it toward you and release.
When the high-beam headlamps are on, this indicator light on the instrument cluster will also be on.
Flash-to-Pass
This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then release it. They will stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you. The high-beam indicator on the instrument cluster will come on. Release the lever to return to normal operation.
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
DRL can make it easier for others to see the front of your vehicle during the day. Fully functional DRLs are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada.
The DRL come on when all of the following conditions are met:
- The vehicle is on.
- The exterior lamp control is in the Auto position.
- The light sensor determines it is daytime.
The taillamps, instrument panel lights, and other lamps will not turn on when this feature is activated.
The DRL turn off when the exterior lamp controls are set to Off, Parking, or On, or the vehicle is off. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the DRL can only be turned off when the vehicle is parked.
GMC Automatic Headlamp System
When the exterior lamp control is set to Auto and it is dark enough outside, the headlamps come on automatically.
There is a light sensor on top of the instrument panel. Do not cover the sensor, otherwise the headlamps will come on when they are not needed. The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage or tunnel. If the vehicle is started in a dark garage, the automatic headlamp system comes on immediately. If it is light outside when the vehicle leaves the garage, there is a slight delay before the automatic headlamp system changes to the Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). During that delay, the instrument cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position. 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 control is set to On or the vehicle is off.
Lights On with Wipers
If the windshield wipers are activated in daylight with the vehicle on and the exterior lamp control is set to Auto, the headlamps, parking lamps, and other exterior lamps come on. The transition time for the lamps coming on varies based on wiper speed. When the wipers are not operating, these lamps turn off. Set the exterior lamp control to On or Off to disable this feature.
Hazard Warning Flashers
Press to make the front and rear turn signal lamps flash on and off. Press again to turn the flashers off. When the hazard warning flashers are on, the vehicle’s turn signals will not work.
Turn and change signals
An arrow on the instrument cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the turn signal lever all the way up or down to signal a turn.
Raise or lower the lever for less than one second until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. This causes the turn signals to automatically flash three times.
Holding the turn signal lever for more than one second will cause the turn signals to flash until the lever is released. The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released. If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb could be burned out. Replace any burned out bulbs. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse.
Turn Signal On Chime
If the turn signal is left on for more than 1.2 km (0.75 mi), a chime sounds at each flash of the turn signal. The message TURN SIGNAL ON will also appear in the Driver Information Center (DIC). To turn the chime and message off, move the turn signal lever to the off position.
Fog Lamps
The Fog Lamps control is in the Controls App
on the infotainment home screen. Select Controls > Lights.
To operate, select the following option:
Press to turn on or off. An indicator light on the instrument cluster comes on when the fog lamps are on.
If the fog lamps are turned on while the exterior lamp control is set to Auto, the lamps come on automatically.
The vehicle and the parking lamps or headlamps must be on for the fog lamps to work. Some localities have laws that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps.
Some localities have laws that require the high beams to be off when the fog lamps are on. Fog lamps should only be used in foggy or misty conditions to allow the drivers behind you to see your vehicle.
Off-Road Lamps (AT4X Only)
If equipped, this button includes wiring provisions for a dealer or a qualified service center to install electrical accessories, such as Off-Road lamps.
The button on the center stack activates the accessory.When the wiring is connected to Off-Road lamps, pressing the button will activate the lamps.
For information on installation, see www.gmupfitter.com or contact your dealer.
Exterior Cargo Lamps
The exterior cargo lamps provide more light in the cargo area or on the sides of the vehicle, if needed. The exterior cargo lamps controls are in the Controls App on the infotainment home screen. To turn the exterior lamps on or off, select Controls > Lights > Exterior Cargo Lamps when the vehicle is in P (Park), R (Reverse), or N (Neutral).
Activating the exterior cargo lamps may also activate the lamps inside the pickup box, in the tailgate handle, the hitch, cargo switch indicator, and/or the cargo mirror lamps, if equipped. Become familiar with and follow all state and local laws that apply to cargo lamp operation.
Interior Lighting Owner’s Manual
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
This feature adjusts the brightness of all illuminated controls. The instrument panel illumination control is next to the exterior lamp control.
Move the thumbwheel up or down to brighten or dim the lights.
The thumbwheel is functional at night, or when the headlamps or parking lamps are ON.
Dome Lamps
The dome lamps and dome lamp controls are in the overhead console.
The dome lamps come on when any door is opened
is pressed on the remote key, or when the vehicle is turned off.
To operate, press the following buttons:
Turns the lamps off.
Turns the lamps on automatically when any door is opened, is pressed on the remote key, or when the vehicle is turned off.
Press to turn the dome lamps on manually.
Reading Lamps
If equipped, there are reading lamps in the overhead console.
Press the lens to turn each lamp on or off.
Lighting Features
Entry Lighting
The interior lamps turn on when pressing on the remote key or opening any doors, and the dome lamp control is in the door position. Some exterior lamps also turn on when pressing on the remote key or opening any doors. Low-beam lamps will only turn on briefly at night, or in areas with limited lighting. All lamps will gradually dim and turn off after about 30 seconds. Entry lighting can be disabled manually by closing all doors, pressing 
on the remote key, or starting the vehicle. This feature can be changed. On the infotainment home screen, select Settings > Vehicle > Lighting.
Exit Lighting
Some exterior lamps and interior lamps turn on when the driver door is opened after the vehicle is turned off. The exterior and interior lamps remain on for a set amount of time, and then automatically turn off. The interior lights turn on when the vehicle is turned off. The exterior lamps turn off immediately by turning the exterior lamp control off. This feature can be changed. On the infotainment home screen, select Settings > Vehicle > Lighting.
Battery Load Management
The vehicle has Electric Power Management (EPM), which estimates the battery’s temperature and state of charge. It then adjusts the voltage for best performance and extended life of the battery.
When the battery’s state of charge is low, the voltage is raised slightly to quickly bring the charge back up. When the state of charge is high, the voltage is lowered slightly to prevent overcharging. The voltmeter gauge or the voltage display on the Driver Information Center (DIC), if equipped, may show the voltage moving up or down. This is normal. If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed.
The battery can be discharged at idle if the electrical loads are very high. This is true for all vehicles. This is because the generator (alternator) may not be spinning fast enough at idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads.
A high electrical load occurs when several of the following are on, such as: headlamps, high beams, fog lamps, rear window defogger, climate control fan at high speed, heated seats, engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into accessory power outlets.
EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery. It does this by balancing the generator’s output and the vehicle’s electrical needs. It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power, whenever needed. It can temporarily reduce the power demands of some accessories.
Normally, these actions occur in steps or levels, without being noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, this action may be noticeable to the driver. If so, a DIC message might be displayed and it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible.
Battery Power Protection
This feature helps prevent the battery from being drained, if the interior courtesy lamps or reading lamps are accidentally left on.
If any of these lamps are left on, they automatically turn off after 10 minutes, if the ignition is off. The lamps will not come back on again until one of the following occurs:
- The ignition is turned on.
- The doors are closed and then re-opened.
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver
The exterior lamps turn off about 10 minutes after the vehicle is turned off, if the parking lamps or headlamps have been manually left on. This protects against draining the battery. To restart the 10 minute timer, turn the exterior lamp control to the O position and then back to the;or 2 position. To keep the lamps on for more than 10 minutes, the vehicle must be on or in accessory mode.
FAQs
For improved visibility and style, the 2024 GMC Canyon has LED headlights, fog lights, and taillights.
The Canyon does, in fact, have the recognized and distinctive C-shaped LED daytime running lights.
Although the color of the outside lights cannot be changed, the Canyon’s LED lighting offers a strong and clear illumination for safe driving.
Ambient LED lighting throughout the 2024 GMC Canyon’s cabin creates a sleek, cozy ambiance.
You are able to customize the interior lighting to create the ideal atmosphere for your ride.
The dashboard and door panels of the Canyon include subtle LED lighting accents that elevate the interior design.
Driving at night is made safer and more convenient by the Canyon’s interior lighting, which also improves view of controls and instruments.
Yes, the Canyon has LED cargo bed illumination, which makes it simpler to load and unload cargo in low light.
Yes, the Canyon has automatic high beam assist. This system adapts the headlights to the traffic around it to provide the best visibility possible without blinding other drivers.
The exterior lighting components of the Canyon are made to withstand inclement weather and offer enduring performance.
Indeed, the Canyon has off-road lighting features including LED light bars and spotlights to improve visibility in rough areas.
The adaptive headlights on the Canyon improve visibility around curves by modifying their direction in response to steering input.
The lighting system of the Canyon is aesthetically pleasing and functionally enhanced by its seamless integration into the vehicle’s architecture.
The Canyon does indeed have integrated LED trailer lights, which makes it safer to pull by ensuring other drivers can see your trailer clearly.
Yes, GMC lets you personalize your truck to fit your needs and tastes with a variety of lighting kits for the Canyon.
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2023 – 2024 GMC CANYON Review, Price, Features and Mileage (Brochure)