Expert Answers about GMC Canyon

• Wiring Tailgate Light Strip to 2015 GMC Canyon
• I understand your winter weather concerns; I attended college at SUNY Oswego (situated on the shore of Lake Ontario) way back when and I can STILL remember how well wind-driven "lake effect" snow can find its way into the sleeves and collar of even the best winter coat. I get it. The light strip I suggest for your GMC Canyon is Pilot's Bully Fire Strip LED Light # BLS-1103 because it has a standard 4-pole flat type connector that will avoid the need to use any adapters. It simply plugs...
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• Hardware for Installing Curt C13203 Class III Hitch on 2021 GMC Canyon
• The Curt # C13203 Class III hitch does indeed use the existing bolts which hold the factory crossmember in place. The torque specs can change over time which is why we don't publish them, but they are listed in step # 5 of the instructions, which I've linked for you. I've also linked to an install video that you might find helpful. To install a 7-way/4 pole trailer connector, use part # HM40975-11998, I've also linked a video to that install.
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• Do Thule Tracks Fit in Ditch of 2017 GMC Canyon
• The Thule Top Track Roof Mount System, 42" Long # THTP42 does not install inside the channels of your 2017 GMC Canyon. You will instead punch holes directly through the roof to install the tracks on your '17 Canyon.
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• Is A Brake Pressure Reducer Needed On A 2017 GMC Canyon?
• No, the RoadMaster Brake Pressure Reducer for BrakeMaster Supplemental Braking System # RM-900002 is not needed for your 2017 GMC Canyon. The brake pressure reducer is needed for vehicles that have active, or continuous power assist systems that are present on Hummer's or Hybrid's. With the Roadmaster BrakeMaster # RM-9160, you will also need a Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751472, and the Roadmaster BrakeMaster Custom Seat Adapter # RM-88315
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• How Effective is the Waterproofing Material on the TruXedo Sentry # TX1549801?
• The TruXedo Sentry Hard Tonneau Cover # TX1549801 is very effective against rainwater. One of the features that help the waterproofing capability of the Sentry is that the fabric that is pressure bonded to heavy duty aluminum slats. In addition, the Sentry includes rubber weather seals keep water (and dust) out of truck bed. For these reasons, the TruXedo Sentry is a great option for your 2021 GMC Canyon (5-ft. bed). If you want an option that provides even more protection against rainwater,...
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• How Does the Prodigy P2 # 90885 connect to a 2011 GMC Canyon
• The 2011 GMC Canyon, equipped with a factory installed heavy duty tow package, are not equipped to accept a plug-in style connector. These vehicles have Four blunt cut wires under the left side of the instrument panel. The wires are located to the left of the brake pedal brace and can be identified by color. The wire colors are: Red, Black, Light Blue, Dark Blue You will need to connect those wires to the wires of the # 90885 as follows: Vehicle Wire - Brake Control - Wire Function: Red...
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• Is the Roadmaster Transmitter for Even Brake Systems Needed for a 2022 GMC Canyon?
• The purpose of the RoadMaster Transmitter for Even Brake Systems # RM-9430 is to send signals to the monitor in the cab so you can know if everything is working properly or not, but it also communicates with the system as you apply the brakes for proper functionality. Without the transmitter the Even Brake # RM-9400 would sense an error and would not work correctly. Just so you're aware, you're also going to need the Roadmaster Stop Light Switch Kit # RM-751472 in conjunction with the...
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• How To Install the Tekonsha BRAKE-EVN Trailer Brake Controller On a 2016 GMC Canyon
• In order to install a brake controller like the Tekonsha BRAKE-EVN Trailer Brake Controller part # TK63VR on a 2016 GMC Canyon you will need to splice into wires as there is no plug under the dash for you to use. That said, the wires are already run for you so this will be super easy to do with just some butt connectors, part # DW05744-5. In order to do this you will need the Brake Control Plug-In Harness part # 20127.
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• Installing the T-Rac Pro2 Truck Bed Ladder Rack w/ Extension # TH37001XT-EX on a 2005 GMC Canyon
• If you are talking about closing the gap between the brackets that attached to the side rails on your 2005 GMC Canyon then no, you will not want to bring those together. You will want the 4 upright bars on the T-Rac Pro2 Truck Bed Ladder Rack w/ Over-the-Cab Extension # TH37001XT-EX to be positioned in the 4 corners of your truck bed. I have attached a picture that a customer submitted to demonstrate this. I pointed out where the ends of those brackets sit for you to use as a reference....
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• How and Where Do the T Slot Rails For Truck Hero Elevate Rack Install
• This is a great question! I reached out to Truxedo/Truck Hero to confirm this, but there is a clamp that goes inside the bed rails that the T Slot Rails for Truck Hero Elevate Rack System # TH65FR will attach with. Unfortunately there is not an online installation guide available for these, but there are instructions included with these rails that show, in detail, how these clamps are installed. This clamp does not interfere with the compatible tonneau covers listed below because of the...
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• Installing Trailer Connector On 2022 GMC Canyon With a Red Wire Instead of a Black Wire from Factory
• With your wires not matching when connecting the Hopkins Multi-Tow 7-Way Blade and 4-Way Flat Trailer Connector # HM11141144 on your 2022 GMC Canyon you have a couple options. The first option is to call your local GMC dealer service department with your VIN to have them verify the wiring installed from the factory to ensure you connect everything to the correct wiring. The other option is to use a Test Light # PTW2993 to verify every function to ensure they match what the wire should power....
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• Level of Difficulty to Install WeatherTech Side Window Air Deflectors WT82766
• There is adhesive tape backing on the WeatherTech Side Window Air Deflectors # WT82766 that is to be removed BEFORE you install them. The installation process is not complicated and the linked instructions outline the required steps. In a nutshell, you'll lower the windows about halfway, peel off the tape backing and position the front then rear ends of the deflectors. You'll then tuck the rest of the deflector in working from front to back. This kit is a confirmed fit on your 2016 GMC...
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• Does Empire Faucets RV Shower Valve w/ Vacuum Breaker Need to be Installed Vacuum Breaker Up
• Yes, the Empire Faucets RV Shower Valve w/ Vacuum Breaker # EM42FR needs to be installed so that the vacuum breaker is up. If you installed it facing down then that means you have your hot and cold connections reversed which is probably why your water isn't getting very hot.
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• What Does Triangle on Blue Ox Patriot Remote Controller Mean
• The triangle on the Blue Ox Patriot # BLU37TR remote controller will fill in as you start to brake which is an indication of how much braking force the Patriot is applying to the brake pedal on your 2021 GMC Canyon. When I reached out to my contact at Blue Ox they said they've never heard of a gap on that triangle and the only time the controller should be beeping is if there is an error - in which case you would see an error message on the display screen. The gap may be the graphic starting...
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• Is Any Modification Needed on a 2011 GMC Canyon to Install a Westin Bull Bar
• To install the Westin Bull Bar, # 33-1515, on your 2011 GMC Canyon you will need to either remove or trim the lower valance. If you choose to reinstall the lower valance by trimming it, the instructions do offer a step for that purpose. I have linked the instructions for you.
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• What Precautions Must Be Used With Air Lift Ride Control Air Helper Springs # AL59533 Using a Lift?
• According to Air Lift if you are only raising the vehicle off the ground for a short amount of time the Air Lift Ride Control Air Helper Springs # AL59533 should be reduced to 5psi to reduce tension on the air springs. If the vehicle will be raised by the frame for a long period of time jacks or straps should be used on the axle to prevent damage to the air springs. If not supported over a long period of time the air springs could become damaged.
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• Will Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13176 Fit a 2019 GMC Canyon
• My initial thought is that the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C13176 requires the removal of factory crossmember or hitch which is then replaced by this trailer hitch receiver and that the shop either doesn't know that or doesn't want to deal with it. I checked with Curt who confirmed that this fits as well as linked the installation video we shot of this same trailer hitch on a 2019 Chevy Colorado and the written instructions you can reference. If you let me know why they are saying...
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• Brake Controller Install Instructions for 2016 GMC Canyon
• Yes, the Primus IQ Brake Controller part # TK90160 will install the exact same as the following instructions: According to my research, the 2016 Colorado/Canyon with the factory 7-way won't have a plug under the dash for installing a brake controller, but there will be bare tow package wires that you can wire the brake controller directly to. The tow package wiring is located behind the left kick panel, as you suspected. The wiring pigtail that came with your brake controller would wire...
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• How Much Fluid to Add to Vehicle After Install of Transmission Cooler
• It's hard to give an exact amount of fluid you'd have to replace when installing the Derale transmission cooler part # D13503. Reason being there's typically some loss from having the transmission line disconnected and that makes it hard to account for the exact amount lost. I'd grab a quart or so and then once the install is complete check the level like the owners manual of the vehicle recommends and add as much as needed.
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• How to Install a Prodigy P3 Brake Controller in a 2010 GMC Canyon
• Yes, the OEM brake controller wiring is located under the dash on the left side of the steering column on your 2010 GMC Canyon. Once the wires are found taped up to a larger wiring harness, you will see that they are labeled for function. We have an FAQ article that details where these wires are and all of the connections that need to be made to complete your brake controller installation, see link. If you find that the wires on your Canyon are different colors and are not labeled you...
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