What happens if my GMC Terrain battery goes dead?
You can get a draw test performed. Even under load to see how well your battery is still holding a charge. If it has gone dead (I am talking totally dead like not even a faint light) then that does decrease the life span of a battery. very few 2 watt bulbs can drain a battery in one night.
What should I do if my GMC Terrain wont start?
Feel free to contact us through private message. As stated, have the dealer check for the voltage draw and it’s location. A healthy battery, alternator and starter are all good, but new, modern cars have a constant draw on them, due to Modules and Control Units, that need to “stay alive”, retaining programed information.
What kind of weather does GMC Terrain drive in?
Drove in 100+ to 21 degree weather and in pouring rain. No electrical issues at all. I’m having a hard time finding a clothes rod to fit in the rear seat area.
Why is my GMC equinox battery draining overnight?
My 2011 equinox battery is draining overnight. I have had the battery,alternator,and starter tested…all showing good status. Any info would help. My 2011 equinox battery is draining overnight. I have had the battery,alternator,and starter tested…all showing good status.
You can get a draw test performed. Even under load to see how well your battery is still holding a charge. If it has gone dead (I am talking totally dead like not even a faint light) then that does decrease the life span of a battery. very few 2 watt bulbs can drain a battery in one night.
Feel free to contact us through private message. As stated, have the dealer check for the voltage draw and it’s location. A healthy battery, alternator and starter are all good, but new, modern cars have a constant draw on them, due to Modules and Control Units, that need to “stay alive”, retaining programed information.
Drove in 100+ to 21 degree weather and in pouring rain. No electrical issues at all. I’m having a hard time finding a clothes rod to fit in the rear seat area.
My 2011 equinox battery is draining overnight. I have had the battery,alternator,and starter tested…all showing good status. Any info would help. My 2011 equinox battery is draining overnight. I have had the battery,alternator,and starter tested…all showing good status.
When does the GMC Anti theft alarm go off?
If the key is not placed in the ignition and turned to START or the door is not unlocked by pressing during the 10-second pre-alarm, the alarm goes off. The headlamps flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds, then turns off to save the battery power. The vehicle can be started with the correct ignition key if the alarm has been set off.
How to turn off the GMC cruise alarm?
• Unlock the door with the RKE transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way sets off the alarm if the system has been armed. Press or place the key in the ignition and turn it to START to turn off the alarm. If the cruise button is on when not in use, it could get bumped and go into cruise when not desired.
How do I Turn Off my GMC Anti theft alarm?
• Lock the vehicle with the door key after the doors are closed. • Unlock the door with the RKE transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way sets off the alarm if the system has been armed. Press or place the key in the ignition and turn it to START to turn off the alarm.
How do I Turn Off my GMC OnStar alarm?
• Unlock the door with the RKE transmitter. Unlocking a door any other way sets off the alarm if the system has been armed. Press or place the key in the ignition and turn it to START to turn off the alarm. The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the vehicle. Do not add any electrical equipment.
Why does my car alarm keep going off at night?
A bad car battery or low battery charge is a widespread problem for a car alarm that goes off during the night. If you hear the car alarm going off at night and the car battery is dead in the morning, the car battery may be bad.
How does the GMC theft deterrent system work?
The theft-deterrent system will not activate if the doors are locked with the vehicle’s key or the manual door lock. If a locked door is opened without using the RKE transmitter, a 10-second pre-alarm occurs. The horn chirps and the lights flash.