Common questions

Are all GMC Terrains 4 cylinder?

Are all GMC Terrains 4 cylinder?

Terrain Engine You have a choice between two turbocharged four-cylinder engines in the Terrain. Most trims come with a 1.5-liter inline-four that puts out 170 horsepower. The other option is a 2.0-liter turbo-four that makes 252 horsepower.

Are there two PCV valves on a 2013 GMC Terrain?

“Per the information I received on the Equinox forum, there are two PCV valves on the 2013 3.6 V6 engine . Is there a location that will allow me to only use the one catch can or is there a catch can with two inlets and one outlet?” Hopefully the answer will be that the catch can has two inlets- one for each PCV valve.

What kind of V6 does GMC Terrain have?

For the 2013 model year, the GMC Terrain introduced the Denali trim which consists of more chrome trim and slightly improved interior quality, the 3.6L SIDI V6 that is shared with the 2012 Cadillac SRX in place of the optional 3.0L SIDI V6, and firmer front struts.

Are there any problems with the 2013 GMC Terrain?

This page is meant to give a broad overview of the most common problems with the 2013 GMC Terrain. The Terrain is built on the Theta platform, which it shares with the Equinox. This page places an emphasis on engine problems and transmission problems, since those are the ones that’ll keep you from moving.

What was the first year of the GMC Terrain?

First generation (2010–2017) For the 2013 model year, the GMC Terrain introduced the Denali trim which consists of more chrome trim and slightly improved interior quality, the 3.6L SIDI V6 that is shared with the 2012 Cadillac SRX in place of the optional 3.0L SIDI V6, and firmer front struts.

“Per the information I received on the Equinox forum, there are two PCV valves on the 2013 3.6 V6 engine . Is there a location that will allow me to only use the one catch can or is there a catch can with two inlets and one outlet?” Hopefully the answer will be that the catch can has two inlets- one for each PCV valve.

This page is meant to give a broad overview of the most common problems with the 2013 GMC Terrain. The Terrain is built on the Theta platform, which it shares with the Equinox. This page places an emphasis on engine problems and transmission problems, since those are the ones that’ll keep you from moving.

What kind of engine does a GMC Terrain have?

Powering the 2013 GMC Terrain SUV is a competent 4-cylinder engine admittedly better at impressing with its fuel economy than its passing prowess. For those who want more power, there’s the new 3.6-liter V6 of 301 horsepower, 272 lb-ft of torque and EPA highway fuel-economy ratings in the mid-20s. “Love it. Will buy anothrr” Dependable.

Can a GMC Terrain variable valve solenoid be replaced?

As long as you have the 2 covers off anyway, it is just a matter of removing the connector and the 10mm bolt for each. If one is bad, I’m sure the other is ready to go bad soon. Fairly inexpensive part. Both were very easy to replace on my recently traded in 2014 Equinox.

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Ruth Doyle