Display Screen: 2021 GMC Canyon Warning Messages Guide
The display screen is an important part of the 2021 GMC Canyon because it shows warnings that let drivers know when something might be wrong with the car. These warning messages, which are shown clearly on the screen, include a lot of important information, such as alerts for low fuel, uneven tire pressure, engine problems, and safety system failures. In order to prioritize driver safety and vehicle health, the display screen clearly and intuitively communicates these warnings, allowing drivers to take immediate action to fix any problems and keep their 2021 GMC Canyon running at its best and most reliably.
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Information Displays
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Base Level)
The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. All messages appear in the DIC display in the center of the instrument cluster.
DIC Operation and Displays
The DIC has different displays which can be accessed by using the DIC buttons on the turn signal lever.
DIC Buttons
- SET/CLR: Press to set, or press and hold to clear, the menu item displayed.
: Use the band to scroll through the items in each menu. - MENU: Press to display the Trip/Fuel Menu, the Vehicle Information Menu, and the ECO Menu. This button is also used to return to or exit the last screen displayed on the DIC.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for additional DIC pages.
Trip/Fuel Menu (TRIP) Items
Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the TRIP menu displays. Use to scroll through the menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle.
The following is a list of all possible menu items:
Digital Speed: Displays how fast the vehicle is moving in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). The speedometer cannot be reset.
Trip 1 or Trip 2, Average Fuel Economy: Displays the current distance traveled, in either kilometer (km) or miles (mi), from the last reset for the trip odometer. The trip odometer can be reset to zero by pressing and holding the SET/CLR button while the trip odometer display is showing. Also displays the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. This number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change as driving conditions change. Reset the average consumption by pressing SET/CLR when it is displayed.
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.
Average Vehicle Speed: Displays the average vehicle speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). This average is based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset. Reset the average speed by pressing SET/CLR when it is displayed.
Timer: To start the timer, press SET/CLR while the Timer is displayed. The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset, not including the time the ignition is off. Time will continue to be counted as long as the ignition is on, even if another display is being shown on the DIC. The timer will record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds (99:59:59) after which the display will return to zero. To stop the timer, press SET/CLR briefly while the Timer is displayed. To reset the timer to zero, press and hold SET/CLR.
Blank Display: Displays no information. Vehicle Information Menu (VEHICLE) Items Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the VEHICLE menu is displayed. Use to scroll through the menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle.
The following is a list of all possible menu items:
Remaining Oil Life: Displays an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains. When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. The oil should be changed as soon as possible. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. Do not reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change.
Oil Pressure: Oil pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi).
Tire Pressure: Displays a vehicle with the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi).
Battery Voltage: Displays the current battery voltage, if equipped. Battery voltage changes are normal while driving. See Charging System Light 0 87. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, the DIC will display a message.
Engine Hours: Shows the total number of hours the engine has run.
Transmission Fluid Temperature: Shows the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid in either degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
Trailer Brake (If Equipped): TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer gain setting. This setting can be adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either a trailer connected or disconnected. OUTPUT shows the power output to the trailer anytime a trailer with electric brakes is connected. Output is displayed as a bar graph. Dashes may appear in the OUTPUT display if a trailer is not connected.
Units: Move to change between Metric or US when the Unit display is active. Press SET/CLR to confirm the setting. This will change the displays on the DIC to the type of measurements you select. ECO Drive Assist Menu (ECO) Items This menu is only available on some vehicles. Press MENU on the turn signal lever until the ECO menu is displayed. Use to scroll through the menu items. Not all items are available on every vehicle.
The following is a list of all possible menu items:
Best Average Fuel Economy: The bottom displays the best average fuel economy (AFE) that is achieved for a selected distance. The top displays a running average of fuel economy for the most recently traveled selected distance. The center bar graph displays the instantaneous fuel economy. Quickly press the SET/CLR button to change the settings for the distance options. When viewing the best AFE, a several-second press and hold of SET/CLR will reset the best value. The best value will show “- – -“ until the selected distance has been traveled. The display provides feedback on how current driving behavior in the bar graph affects the running average in the top display and how well recent driving compares to the best that has been achieved.
Driver Information Center (DIC) (Uplevel)
The DIC displays are shown in the center of the instrument cluster in the Info app. The displays show the status of many vehicle systems. The controls for the DIC are on the right steering wheel control.
: Press to move up or down in a list.
: Press to move between the interactive display zones in the cluster.
: Press to open a menu or select a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens. If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for additional DIC pages.
DIC Info Page Options
The info pages on the DIC can be turned on or off through the Options menu.
- Press to scroll to the Options application.
- Scroll to Info Page Options and press.
- Press to move through the list of possible information displays.
- Press while an item is highlighted to select or deselect that item. When an item is selected, a checkmark will appear next to it.
DIC Info Pages
The following is the list of all possible DIC info page displays. Some may not be available for your particular vehicle. Some items may not be turned on by default but can be turned on through the Settings app. See “DIC Info Page Options” earlier in this section.
Speed: Shows the vehicle speed in either kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). If equipped, press to open the menu and select to display speed limit signs. The sign will show “− −” when there is no detected speed limit or the system is unavailable.
Trip 1 or Trip 2: Shows the current distance traveled, in either kilometer (km) or miles (mi), since the trip odometer was last reset. This also shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset. This number reflects only the approximate average fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and will change as driving conditions change. Press and hold while this display is active to reset the trip odometer and the average fuel economy. Trip 1 and Trip 2 can also be reset by pressing and choosing reset.
Fuel Range: This shows the approximate distance the vehicle can be driven without refueling. LOW will be displayed when the vehicle is low on fuel. 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.
Oil Life: Shows an estimate of the oil’s remaining useful life. If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is displayed, that means 99% of the current oil life remains. When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. The oil should be changed as soon as possible. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended. The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change. It will not reset itself. Do not to reset the Oil Life display at any time other than when the oil has just been changed. It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change. To reset the engine oil life system, press and hold for several seconds while the Oil Life display is active.
Tire Pressure: Shows the approximate pressures of all four tires. Tire pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi). If the pressure is low, the value for that tire is shown in amber.
Instantaneous Fuel Economy: Displays the current fuel economy in liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number reflects only the approximate fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change. This display cannot be reset.
Average Vehicle Speed: Displays the average vehicle speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). This average is based on the various vehicle speeds recorded since the last reset. Reset the average speed by pressing when it is displayed.
Fuel Economy: The center displays the approximate instantaneous fuel economy as a number and bar graph. Displayed above the bar graph is a running average of fuel economy for the most recently traveled selected distance. Displayed below the bar graph is the best average fuel economy that has been achieved for the selected distance. The selected distance is displayed at the top of the page as “last xxx mi/km.” Press to select the distance or reset the best value. Use to choose the distance and press. Press to select “Reset Best Score.” Press to reset the best average fuel economy. After reset, the best value displays “-,-” until the selected distance has been traveled. The display provides information on how current driving behavior affects the running average and how well recent driving compares to the best that has been achieved for the selected distance.
Engine Hours (Hourmeter): Shows the total number of hours the engine has run. This display also shows the engine idle hours.
Timer: This display can be used as a timer. To start the timer, press while this display is active. The display will show the amount of time that has passed since the timer was last reset. To stop the timer, press briefly while this display is active and the timer is running. To reset the timer to zero, press and hold while this display is active.
Battery Voltage: Displays the current battery voltage, if equipped. Battery voltage changes are normal while driving. If there is a problem with the battery charging system, the DIC will display a message.
Oil Pressure: Oil pressure is displayed in either kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per square inch (psi).
Engine Hours: Shows the total number of hours the engine has run.
Transmission Fluid Temperature: Shows the temperature of the automatic transmission fluid in either degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F).
Trailer Brake (If Equipped): TRAILER GAIN shows the trailer gain setting. This setting can be adjusted from 0.0 to 10.0 with either a trailer connected or disconnected. OUTPUT shows the power output to the trailer anytime a trailer with electric brakes is connected. Output is displayed as a bar graph. Dashes may appear in the OUTPUT display if a trailer is not connected.
Blank Page: Shows no information.
Vehicle Messages
Messages displayed on the DIC indicate the status of the vehicle or some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another. The messages that do not require immediate action can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing. The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed. All messages should be taken seriously; clearing the message does not correct the problem. If a SERVICE message appears, see your dealer. Follow the instructions given in the messages.
The system displays messages regarding the following topics:
- Service Messages
- Fluid Levels
- Vehicle Security
- Brakes
- Steering
- Ride Control Systems
- Driver Assistance Systems
- Cruise Control
- Lighting and Bulb Replacement
- Wiper/Washer Systems
- Doors and Windows
- Seat Belts
- Airbag Systems
- Engine and Transmission
- Tire Pressure
- Battery
Engine Power Messages
- ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays when the vehicle’s propulsion power is reduced. A reduction in propulsion power can affect the vehicle’s ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no observed reduction in performance, proceed to your destination. Under certain conditions,, the performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven while this message is on, but maximum acceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on or displays repeatedly, the vehicle should be taken to your dealer for service as soon as possible. Under certain operating conditions, propulsion will be disabled. Try restarting after the ignition has been off for 30 seconds.
Vehicle Speed Messages
- SPEED LIMITED TO XXX KM/H (MPH)
This message shows that the vehicle speed has been limited to the speed displayed. The limited speed is protection for various propulsion and vehicle systems, such as lubrication, brakes, thermal, suspension, Teen Driver if equipped, or tires. If equipped with a diesel engine, see the Duramax Diesel supplement.
FAQs
Warning messages on the display screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon are alerts that inform drivers about potential issues or malfunctions within the vehicle.
Warning messages benefit drivers of the 2021 GMC Canyon by providing immediate notification of critical issues, enabling prompt action to address them and prevent further complications.
Warning messages are typically displayed prominently on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon, ensuring they are easily visible to the driver.
Warning messages on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon can indicate various issues such as low fuel levels, tire pressure discrepancies, engine problems, and malfunctions in safety systems.
Drivers can interpret warning messages on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon by reading the text provided and understanding the context of the message.
Warning messages on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon are typically standardized and cannot be customized by the driver.
Drivers shouldn’t ignore warning messages on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon, as they indicate potential issues that may require immediate attention to prevent further complications.
Warning messages on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon typically provide detailed information about specific issues, whereas indicator lights offer more generalized alerts.
Upon encountering a warning message on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon, drivers should assess the message, take appropriate action as indicated, and seek professional assistance if necessary.
Some warning messages on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon may be accompanied by audible alerts to further notify the driver of the issue.
Extreme weather conditions such as temperature extremes or heavy rain may indirectly trigger warning messages on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon by affecting vehicle systems or components.
Warning messages on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon contribute to driver safety by alerting drivers to potential issues that may compromise the vehicle’s safety or performance, prompting them to take corrective action.
Warning messages on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon generally adhere to standardized formats and terminology, ensuring consistency across different vehicle models.
Depending on the nature of the issue indicated by the warning message, drivers may be able to acknowledge or clear warning messages on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon through vehicle settings or by resolving the underlying issue.
Drivers can prevent warning messages from appearing on the screen of the 2021 GMC Canyon by performing regular vehicle maintenance, monitoring fluid levels, and addressing any issues promptly to maintain optimal vehicle health.
Useful Links
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2023 – 2024 GMC CANYON Review, Price, Features and Mileage (Brochure)