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Instruments and Controls

Seat Belt Reminders

In this manual: Instruments and Controls
Introduction — 1In Brief — 46Keys, Doors and Windows — 37Seats and Restraints — 60Storage — 6Instruments and Controls — 58Lighting — 16Infotainment System — 1Climate Control — 8Driving and Operation — 128Vehicle Care — 75Service and Maintenance — 8Technical Data — 5Customer Information — 18OnStar — 6Connected Services — 4
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Driver Seat Belt Reminder

The driver seat belt reminder light is located on the instrument cluster.

GMC Terrain. Seat Belt Reminders

When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may sound to remind the driver to fasten their seat belt. Then the light stays on continuously until the seat belt is fastened. This cycle may repeat several times if the driver remains unbuckled or unbuckles while the vehicle is moving.

If the driver seat belt is fastened, neither the light nor the chime comes on.

Passenger Seat Belt Reminder

The passenger seat belt reminder light is located next to the passenger airbag status indicator. See Passenger Sensing System.

GMC Terrain. Seat Belt Reminders

When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may sound to remind passengers to fasten their seat belt. Then the light stays on continuously until the seat belt is fastened. This cycle repeats several times if the passenger remains unbuckled or unbuckles while the vehicle is moving.

If the passenger seat belt is fastened, neither the chime nor the light comes on.

The front passenger seat belt reminder light and chime may come on if an object is placed on the seat, such as a briefcase, purse, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove the object from the seat or fasten the seat belt buckle.

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