🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

GMC

Model:

Acadia

Year:

2010

Market Segment:

Full-Size Crossover SUV

Generation:

First Generation (2007-2016)

Platform:

GM Lambda platform

Vin Decoder Start Digit:

1

Vin Decoder Eighth Digit Engine Code:

4

👋 Introduction

Positioning:

Premium full-size crossover SUV, competing with vehicles like Ford Explorer, Toyota Highlander, Dodge Durango.

Target Audience:

Families, those needing ample passenger and cargo space, often with an emphasis on comfort and features.

Key Competitors 2010:

Ford Explorer, Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, Chevrolet Traverse, Dodge Durango.

Body Styles:

3-row, 7 or 8-passenger seating configuration.

Drivetrain Options:

Available in Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) and All-Wheel Drive (AWD).

Infotainment Focus:

Higher trims often featured advanced infotainment systems with navigation, which this manual addresses.

📋 Manual Details

Navigation System:

Primary Focus

General Vehicle Operation:

Included as context for navigation use

Estimated Page Count:

150-200 Pages (Typical for factory navigation manuals)

Type:

Owner's Manual (Navigation Specific)

Language:

English

Format:

Digital PDF

📖 Manual Coverage

Navigation Interface:

Detailed explanation of the head unit's navigation functions

Map Usage:

Entering destinations, route planning, turn-by-turn directions

Points Of Interest:

Searching and utilizing POIs (e.g., gas stations, restaurants)

Traffic Information:

Understanding and utilizing real-time traffic data (if equipped)

Settings And Customization:

Personalizing navigation preferences, voice guidance, map display

Audio Integration:

How navigation interacts with the audio system (voice prompts)

Bluetooth Connectivity:

Pairing phones for hands-free and audio streaming, potential navigation integration

Climate Control Interface:

Operation of climate controls via the infotainment screen

Instrumentation Layout:

Explanation of gauges, warning lights, and information displays

Initial Setup:

First-time use and configuration of the navigation system

Destination Entry Methods:

Address, POI, recent destinations, saved locations

Route Modification:

Avoiding tolls, highways, adding waypoints

Map Updates:

Information on how and when map data is updated (may require dealer visit or media)

Troubleshooting Tips:

Common issues with GPS signal, screen unresponsiveness, etc.

Voice Command Usage:

Operating navigation and other features via voice commands

Backup Camera Operation:

Activation and display of the rearview camera system

Depth:

User-focused operational guidance for navigation and infotainment systems

Scope:

Focuses on the 'how-to' of using the integrated navigation and related features.

Diagnostic Level:

Limited; primarily addresses user-correctable issues, not deep electronic diagnostics.

📊 Manual Specifications

File Type:

PDF

Searchability:

Likely text-searchable if converted from factory digital source.

Quality:

Digital facsimile of factory original, quality dependent on original printing.

Binding:

Not Applicable (Digital PDF)

Type:

Not Applicable (Digital PDF)

Reader Required:

PDF Reader (Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit Reader, etc.)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Code:

LZF (GM 3.6L V6 SIDI VVT)

Displacement:

3.6 Liters / 3564 cc

Configuration:

DOHC 24-Valve V6

Bore X Stroke:

94.0 mm x 85.6 mm (3.70 in x 3.37 in)

Horsepower:

273 hp @ 6300 RPM

Torque:

249 lb-ft @ 3400 RPM

Injection Type:

Direct Injection (SIDI - Spark Ignition Direct Injection)

Fuel Type:

Unleaded Gasoline

Recommended Octane:

87 Octane

Emission Controls:

Catalytic Converter, On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)

🔧 Transmission

Type:

6-Speed Automatic Transmission

Transmission Model:

GM 6T75

Availability:

N/A for 2010 model year; only 6-speed automatic was offered.

Manual Mode:

Driver Shift Control (Manual shifting capability)

Transmission Fluid Type:

Dexron VI (ATF)

Transmission Fluid Capacity Approx:

9.2 Liters (9.7 Quarts) - for complete refill

📐 Dimensions

Length:

200.7 inches (5098 mm)

Width:

78.2 inches (1986 mm)

Height:

68.3 inches (1735 mm) (FWD) / 68.6 inches (1742 mm) (AWD)

Wheelbase:

118.9 inches (3020 mm)

Track Width Front:

67.3 inches (1709 mm)

Track Width Rear:

67.3 inches (1709 mm)

Passenger Volume:

150.0 cubic feet (4.25 m³)

Seating Capacity:

7 or 8 Passengers

Cargo Volume Behind 3Rd Row:

24.1 cubic feet (0.68 m³)

Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row:

67.2 cubic feet (1.90 m³)

Cargo Volume Behind 1St Row:

116.9 cubic feet (3.31 m³)

Curb Weight FWD:

4,525 lbs (2,052 kg)

Curb Weight AWD:

4,695 lbs (2,129 kg)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr:

6,300 lbs (2,858 kg) (FWD) / 6,450 lbs (2,926 kg) (AWD)

Towing Capacity:

5,200 lbs (2,359 kg) (with optional trailering package)

Tongue Weight Max:

520 lbs (236 kg) (with optional trailering package)

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4/5 Stars (FWD and AWD)

IIHS Front Crash Rating:

Good

IIHS Side Crash Rating:

Good

IIHS Roof Strength Rating:

Good

ABS:

Standard 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System

Traction Control:

Standard

Stability Control:

Standard StabiliTrak with Roll Over Mitigation

Airbags Front:

Standard Dual Frontal Airbags

Airbags Side:

Standard Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Airbags

Airbags Curtain:

Standard Third-Row Side-Impact Curtain Airbags

Seatbelts:

3-point seatbelts with pretensioners for all seating positions

Child Anchors:

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system

💡 Technology Features

Head Unit Features:

Touchscreen interface, AM/FM/Satellite Radio, CD/MP3 player, auxiliary input, USB input (if equipped), Bluetooth. Specific navigation unit detailed in manual.

Display Size:

Typically 7 or 8 inches for navigation-equipped models.

Navigation System Brand:

Likely a proprietary GM system or a licensed unit from a major supplier.

Rearview Camera:

Standard or optional depending on trim, displayed on infotainment screen.

Parking Sensors:

Optional rear park assist system.

Bluetooth Profile Support:

HFP (Hands-Free Profile) for calls, A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile) for streaming audio.

Usb Ports:

Location and functionality may vary by trim level.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first, using synthetic oil. Refer to oil life monitoring system.

Tire Rotation Interval:

Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km)

Engine Air Filter Replacement:

Inspect every 22,500 miles (36,000 km), replace as needed. Consider every 45,000 miles (72,000 km).

Cabin Air Filter Replacement:

Inspect every 22,500 miles (36,000 km), replace as needed. Consider every 45,000 miles (72,000 km).

Transmission Fluid Service:

Inspect every 45,000 miles (72,000 km), fluid change recommended around 90,000-100,000 miles (145,000-160,000 km), especially under severe use.

Spark Plug Replacement:

Premium Iridium spark plugs typically rated for 100,000 miles (160,000 km).

Coolant Flush:

Initial change at 150,000 miles (240,000 km), then every 50,000-100,000 miles (80,000-160,000 km) thereafter, depending on coolant type.

Engine Oil Spec:

SAE 5W-30 Full Synthetic Motor Oil, GM dexos1™ or API SN certified.

Engine Oil Capacity:

5.5 Quarts (5.2 Liters) with filter change

Coolant Spec:

GM P/N 12346974 (Orange) or equivalent Dex-Cool® compatible coolant (50/50 mix with distilled water).

Brake Fluid Spec:

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Timing Chain Wear:

Some 3.6L V6 engines (LLT, LFX, etc. family) can experience timing chain stretch or wear, leading to rattles or check engine lights. This manual might not detail complex internal engine repairs but would cover basic checks.

Transmission Hard Shifts:

Occasional reports of harsh shifting or transmission control module issues. Fluid maintenance is critical.

Power Steering Pump:

Potential for leaks or failure of the hydraulic power steering pump.

Infotainment System Glitches:

As with many complex systems, occasional screen freezing or unresponsiveness can occur. Software updates might be addressed in advanced service bulletins, not typically owner's manuals.

📚 Vehicle History

Gmc Legacy:

GMC (General Motors Company) has a long history dating back to 1902, primarily focused on trucks and commercial vehicles, later expanding into SUVs and luxury vehicles.

Acadia Introduction:

The GMC Acadia was introduced for the 2007 model year as GMC's first crossover SUV, designed to offer passenger comfort and utility. It replaced the GMC Envoy SUV and GMC Safari van.

Mid Cycle Refresh:

The 2010 model year featured a significant refresh for the first-generation Acadia, including updated styling, improved interior materials, and powertrain enhancements.

Assembly Location:

Spring Hill, Tennessee, USA

Production Years:

2007-2016 (First Generation)

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Initial Launch Acclaim:

The 2007 Acadia, the model's debut, received generally positive reviews for its spaciousness, ride comfort, and styling.

Safety Award Association:

Often received 'Top Safety Pick' or similar ratings from IIHS in its early years.

Segment Competitiveness:

Consistently ranked as a strong contender in the three-row crossover segment, praised for its family-friendly attributes.