GMC Terrain: Vehicle Checks / Hood
To open the hood:

- Pull the hood release lever with
this symbol on it. It is on the
lower left side of the instrument
panel between the door and
the steering wheel.

- Go to the front of the vehicle to
find the secondary hood
release handle. The handle is
under the front edge of the
hood near the center. Push the
handle to the right and raise
the hood.

- Release the hood prop from its
retainer, located above the
radiator. Securely place the
hood prop into the slot on the
underside of the hood.
To close the hood:
- Before closing the hood, be
sure all the filler caps are
properly installed.
- Lift the hood to relieve
pressure on the hood prop.
Remove the hood prop from
the slot on the underside of the
hood and return the prop to its
retainer. The prop rod must
click into place when returning
it to the retainer to prevent
hood damage.
Lower the hood so that it is
30 cm (12 in) above the vehicle
and release it so it fully latches.
4. Check to make sure the hood
is closed. If not, repeat
Steps 1–3 in the “To open the
hood” section and then
proceed with repeating
Steps 1–4 in this section.
Warning
It can be dangerous to work on
your vehicle if you do not have
the proper knowledge, service
manual, tools, or parts. Always
follow owner’s manual procedures
and consult the service manual
for your vehicle before doing any
service work...
1.5L Gas Engine
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter.
Engine Oil Fill Cap. See
Engine Oil.
Engine Oil Dipstick. See
Engine Oil.
Engine Cooling Fan. See
Cooling System...
Other information:
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
Check the engine oil level. See
Engine Oil.
Once a Month
Check the tire inflation
pressures. See Tire Pressure.
Inspect the tires for wear. See
Tire Inspection.
Check the windshield washer
fluid level...
Improper fuel tank inspection or
cleaning, or contaminated fuel from
suppliers, can cause water to be
pumped into the fuel tank along with
the diesel fuel. If a WATER IN FUEL
- CONTACT SERVICE message
displays, the water must be drained
immediately...