Why does my GMC Canyon have a StabiliTrak light?

Why does my GMC Canyon have a StabiliTrak light?

If these lights appear, it generally means these important safety features are being disabled. This issue can happen at any time with any of the GM vehicles. We are currently working on a claim involving a 2012 GMC Canyon where the StabiliTrak light has come on five times within the first 5,000 mile period.

What happens when you put a GMC Sierra in reverse?

GMC should compensate owners until fixed. Display screen to bright when vehicle is in reverse. When putting vehicle in reverse the backup camera display is so bright you can not see your exterior mirrors or out any of the windows to see surrounding area.

When do traction control lights come on on a GMC?

The stabilitrak and traction control lights come on and service lights for both come on at random. The usually common before I reach 20 mph, and is random. Some days it won’t some days it will. I have stopped turned the ignition off for a few minutes, and restarted and it goes away. Days later its back.

What does that red light on my dash mean?

It glowing red, take your car in immediately. This light refers to a convertible’s power retractable top. The light will most likely be illuminated when the roof is opening and closing. If it remains lit at all times, chances are there is an issue with the roof. Signifies that the vehicle’s engine coolant level is low.

What are the different colors of GMC warning lights?

They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray). There are 50 of them, so search carefully! Models examined include Acadia, Savana, Sierra, Terrain, and Yukon.

What does the warning light on the dashboard mean?

Your owner’s manual will tell you how. If the light still shows, turn off the engine and contact us to report your breakdown. If the warning light’s on when the oil level’s right, there’s a problem with the oil supply. That could be caused by the oil pump or a blocked oil filter.

Why does the Check Engine light keep blinking?

When the ECU ( engine control unit) detects a problem that it is unable to regulate, it then turns on the check engine light on your dashboard. This check light will either keep on glowing or will blink, depending on the nature of the fault. If the engine check is on regularly then it means that there is a problem but not an emergency.

How can I get my Check Engine light back on?

Check your repair manual to find the fuse to the engine control unit. Once you have your check light disappear, using any of the five above-mentioned methods, then you are ready to go.

What does Service StabiliTrak do on a GMC Yukon?

Wheel Speed Sensor – If one of the wheel speed sensors is out, your Yukon will no longer be able to tell if all of the wheels are turning at the same speed. Without this data it’ll turn on the service StabiliTrak warning. Brake Pedal Switch – Your brake pedal switch does more than just control whether or not your brake lights are turned on or not.

What does the Service StabiliTrak warning light mean?

Service StabiliTrak Warning – The number one indication that something is wrong is your Yukon’s “Service StabiliTrak” warning light itself. Cruise Control – Without the StabiliTrak system functioning properly, your Yukon may disable the cruise control.

Why is my traction control not working on my Yukon?

Traction Control Not Working – Your Yukon’s traction control system mostly uses the same sensors to determine if a wheel has broken traction. Unlike StabiliTrak, which controls lateral issues (sliding), traction control keeps the wheels from unnecessary spinning.

When do Service StabiliTrak warning lights come on?

For most truck owners, the warning lights occur frequently when the truck is idling and then disappears and reappears while driving. The “Service Stabilitrak” light will usually appear first and then the car will turn traction control off. Once traction control is turned off, the transmission beings to shift very hard and rough.

Wheel Speed Sensor – If one of the wheel speed sensors is out, your Yukon will no longer be able to tell if all of the wheels are turning at the same speed. Without this data it’ll turn on the service StabiliTrak warning. Brake Pedal Switch – Your brake pedal switch does more than just control whether or not your brake lights are turned on or not.

Traction Control Not Working – Your Yukon’s traction control system mostly uses the same sensors to determine if a wheel has broken traction. Unlike StabiliTrak, which controls lateral issues (sliding), traction control keeps the wheels from unnecessary spinning.

When does traction control turn off Service StabiliTrak?

The “Service Stabilitrak” light will usually appear first and then the car will turn traction control off. Once traction control is turned off, the transmission beings to shift very hard and rough.