New for 2011

There are only marginal changes for the 2011 GMC Canyon, including the availability of the latest generation of OnStar — GM's in-truck information and telecommunications service — Bluetooth wireless cell phone integration and redesigned front-seat headrests.

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    Automatic Transfer Case
    The transfer case knob is located next to the steering column. Use the dial to shift into and out of Four-Wheel Drive. You can choose among five driving settings: Indicator lights in the dial sho ...

    Brakes
    This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that make a high-pitched warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The sound can come and go or ...

    Defensive Driving
    Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts on page 3‑12. ○ Assume that other road use ...