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GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual - 2012 - CRC 2nd

Edition - 11/9/11

Customer Information

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From Puerto Rico:

1-800-496-9992 (English)
1-800-496-9993 (Spanish)

From U.S. Virgin Islands:

1-800-496-9994

Canada

General Motors of Canada Limited
Customer Care Centre, Mail Code:
CA1-163-005
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7
www.gmc.ca

1-800-263-3777 (English)
1-800-263-7854 (French)
1-800-263-3830 (For Text
Telephone Devices (TTYs))
Roadside Assistance:
1-800-268-6800

All Overseas Locations

Please contact the local General
Motors Business Unit.

Mexico, Central America and
Caribbean Islands/Countries
(Except Puerto Rico and U.S.
Virgin Islands)

General Motors de Mexico, S. de
R.L. de C.V.
Customer Assistance Center
Av. Ejercito Nacional #843
Col. Granada
C.P. 11520, Mexico, D.F.

01-800-466-0801
Long Distance: 011-52-53 29 0801

Customer Assistance
Offices (Mexico)

To contact the Customer Assistance
Center (CAC), use the phone
numbers listed in this section.
Customer assistance is available
Monday through Friday, 08:00 to
20:00 hours, and Saturdays from
08:00 to 15:00 hours.

All e-mail inquiries to the Customer
Assistance Center (CAC) should be
sent to: [email protected].

Mexico

From Mexico City

5329-0812

From Other Mexico Locations

01-800-466-0812

United States and Canada

1-866-466-8191

Costa Rica

00-800-052-1005

Guatemala

1-800-999-5252

Panama

00-800-052-0001

Dominican Republic

1-888-751-5301

El Salvador

800-6273

Honduras

800-0122-6101

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Summary of Contents for YUKON DENALI

Page 1: ...Features 4 2 Roof Rack System 4 3 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 10 Information Displays 5 26 Vehicle Messages 5 35 Vehicle Personalization 5 45 Univ...

Page 2: ...ppearance Care 10 88 Service and Maintenance 11 1 General Information 11 1 Maintenance Schedule 11 3 Special Application Services 11 8 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 8 Recommended Fluids Lubricant...

Page 3: ...al Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Moto...

Page 4: ...at could result in injury or death WARNING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Notice This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage This w...

Page 5: ...nditioning Antilock Brake System ABS Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Ga...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 vi Introduction 2 NOTES...

Page 7: ...1 Steering Wheel Adjustment 1 13 Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment 1 13 Interior Lighting 1 13 Exterior Lighting 1 14 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 15 Climate Controls 1 16 Transmission 1 16 Vehicle Fea...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel English Version Shown Metric Similar...

Page 9: ...1 H Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 I Dome Lamp Override See Dome Lamps on page 6 7 Instrument Panel Illumination Control on page 6 7 Fog Lamps on page 6 6 J Cruise Control on page 9 39 Heated Stee...

Page 10: ...unlock the driver door Press K again within three seconds to unlock all remaining doors Q Press to lock all doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 45...

Page 11: ...at the vehicle and press and hold until the parking lamps turn off Turn on the hazard warning flashers Turn the ignition on and then back off See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2 5 Door Locks There are...

Page 12: ...ate Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched Power Liftgate Operation On vehicles with a power liftgate the switch is on the overhead console...

Page 13: ...p to raise it For more information see Windows on page 2 18 Power Windows on page 2 19 Seat Adjustment To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward R...

Page 14: ...ng Memory Positions To save into memory 1 Adjust the driver seat including the seatback recliner and lumbar both outside mirrors power steering column and the throttle and brake pedals See Power Mirro...

Page 15: ...Row Seats On vehicles with a 60 40 split bench or buckets seats the seatbacks can be folded for additional cargo space or the seats can be folded and tumbled for easy entry exit to the third row seat...

Page 16: ...eat cushion and to cycle through the temperature settings See Heated Rear Seats on page 3 8 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjuste...

Page 17: ...lustrations then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position The passenger airbag status indicator if equipped will be visible on the overhead console when the ve...

Page 18: ...on page 8 1 for more information Park Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has the memory package the exterior mirrors tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R Reverse This feature lets the dri...

Page 19: ...nel below the climate control system Press the bottom of the control to move the pedals closer Press the top of the control to move the pedals away See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9 20...

Page 20: ...ination Control on page 6 7 Exterior Lighting The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel O Turns off the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running La...

Page 21: ...d on 8 longer 9 Turns the windshield wipers off 6 Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes 6 Slow wipes Fast wipes L Push this paddle to spray washer fluid on the winds...

Page 22: ...e Control H Display I Power Button J Rear Window Defogger K Air Conditioning L PASS M Passenger Temperature Control See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 For vehicles with a rear air c...

Page 23: ...s for current driving conditions See Manual Mode on page 9 30 While using Range Selection Mode cruise control and the Tow Haul mode can be used Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode...

Page 24: ...ites using the six softkeys located below the radio station frequency tabs and by using the radio FAV button Press FAV to go through up to six pages of favorites each having six favorite stations avai...

Page 25: ...s audio system and controls The Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired with the Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle Not all phones will support all functions For more informati...

Page 26: ...mation on the radio audio players and navigation system The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads After a destination has been set the system provides turn by turn...

Page 27: ...able the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R Reverse It operates at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph URPA use...

Page 28: ...Close B Vent On vehicles with a sunroof the sunroof only operates when the ignition is in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP o...

Page 29: ...e is started To turn off traction control press and release g on the instrument panel The appropriate DIC message displays See Ride Control System Messages on page 5 41 To turn off both traction contr...

Page 30: ...n the DIC If the vehicle does not have DIC buttons the vehicle must be in P Park to access this display 2 Press and hold the SET RESET button on the DIC or the trip odometer reset stem if the vehicle...

Page 31: ...de Assistance program See Roadside Assistance Program U S and Canada on page 13 7 or Roadside Assistance Program Mexico on page 13 9 Roadside Assistance and OnStar U S and Canada If you have an active...

Page 32: ...Black plate 26 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 1 26 In Brief 2 NOTES...

Page 33: ...ower Door Locks 2 8 Delayed Locking 2 8 Automatic Door Locks 2 8 Lockout Protection 2 8 Safety Locks 2 8 Doors Liftgate 2 9 Power Assist Steps 2 12 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 13 Anti theft Al...

Page 34: ...can use to make new keys Store this information in a safe place not in the vehicle See your dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed Notice If the keys get locked in the vehicle it may...

Page 35: ...yless Entry RKE System on page 2 2 With Remote Start and Liftglass With Remote Start and Power Liftgate and Liftglass The following functions may be available if your vehicle has the RKE system Remote...

Page 36: ...he turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times Press and hold L for more than two seconds to activate the panic alarm The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seco...

Page 37: ...ON RUN position If your vehicle has an automatic climate control system the climate control system will default to a heating or cooling mode depending on the outside temperatures If your vehicle does...

Page 38: ...ome on The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes Repeat the steps for a 10 minute time extension Remote start can be extended only once After entering the vehicle during a remote start insert and...

Page 39: ...children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle When a door is locked the handle will not open it The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors...

Page 40: ...if the key is in the ignition You can program this feature using the Driver Information Center DIC See Delay Door Lock under Vehicle Personalization on page 5 45 Automatic Door Locks The vehicle may...

Page 41: ...contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Close all of the windows Fu...

Page 42: ...ion On vehicles with a power liftgate the switch is on the overhead console The vehicle must be in P Park to use the power feature The taillamps will flash and a chime will sound when the power liftga...

Page 43: ...operation and the liftgate support struts have lost pressure the turn signals flash and a chime will sound The liftgate stays open temporarily and then slowly closes See a dealer for service before us...

Page 44: ...o drive with the liftgate open however when driving with the liftgate open the liftgate should be set to manual operation by pressing OFF on the liftgate switch on the center console The liftgate has...

Page 45: ...en the door 2 Lock the door with the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or the power door lock switch The security light will come on to inform the driver the system is arming If a door is open when...

Page 46: ...alarm will not stop if you try to unlock a door any other way Testing the Alarm To test the alarm 1 From inside the vehicle lower the driver window and open the driver door 2 Activate the system by l...

Page 47: ...appears to be undamaged try another ignition key At this time you may also want to check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Breakers on page 10 37 If the engine still does not start with the other key the...

Page 48: ...ave the key or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors WARNING A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther awa...

Page 49: ...folding operation See Power Mirrors on page 2 16 Turn Signal Indicator The vehicle has a turn signal indicator on the mirror An arrow on the mirror flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change...

Page 50: ...ming feature on or off Vehicles with OnStar have three additional control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror See your dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it See O...

Page 51: ...ate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move The windows will function and they could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave key...

Page 52: ...njured and the window could be damaged Before you use express override make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path In an emergency the anti pinch feature can be overridden...

Page 53: ...he rear window locks An indicator light will illuminate when the feature is on Press o again to deactivate the rear window locks Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare Detach the sun visor...

Page 54: ...ss the switch again to stop it When the sunroof is opened an air deflector will automatically raise The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed The sunroof also has a sunshade which can...

Page 55: ...Parts after a Crash 3 26 Airbag System Airbag System 3 26 Where Are the Airbags 3 29 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 31 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 32 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 32 What Will You...

Page 56: ...til the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This po...

Page 57: ...positions The height of the headrest can be adjusted Pull the headrest up to raise it To lower the headrest push down on the headrest Rear seat head restraints and headrests are not designed to be rem...

Page 58: ...angerous Even when buckled up the safety belts cannot do their job The shoulder belt will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or...

Page 59: ...l their positions 2 Press and hold 1 until two beeps sound 3 Repeat for a second driver position using 2 To recall press and release 1 or 2 The vehicle must be in P Park A single beep will sound The s...

Page 60: ...n in the vehicle personalization menu automatic driver seat and power steering column movement occur when the ignition key is removed A single beep sounds The driver seat moves back approximately 8 cm...

Page 61: ...est setting and one for the lowest The passenger seat may take longer to heat up The heated and cooled seats are canceled when the ignition is turned off To use this feature after restarting the vehic...

Page 62: ...utton once for the highest setting With each press of the button the heated seat changes to the next lower setting and then the off setting Indicator bars next to the symbol show the setting three for...

Page 63: ...will return to the upright position WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull o...

Page 64: ...on the outboard side of the seat to release the seatback The seatback will fold forward to create a flat load floor If the seatback cannot fold flat try moving the front seat forward and or put the fr...

Page 65: ...e safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat 60 40 Split B...

Page 66: ...may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat Driver Side Rear Panel Button Shown 2 Press...

Page 67: ...the seat cushion Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowe...

Page 68: ...of the seat near the bottom 5 Lift the rear of the seat up from the floor 6 Tilt the seat fully forward to lock it into place 7 Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked Put the seat in thi...

Page 69: ...back is folded 3 Unlatch the seat from the floor by pulling the handle at the rear of the seat 3 Removal Only toward the rear of the vehicle 4 Roll the seat out of the vehicle There is a track in the...

Page 70: ...ot be worn properly In a crash if you or your passenger s are not wearing safety belts injuries can be much worse than if you are wearing safety belts You can be seriously injured or killed by hitting...

Page 71: ...after a crash so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I have to wear safety belts A Airbags are supplemental systems only so they work...

Page 72: ...arts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The shoulder belt locks if there is a sudden stop or crash WARNING You can be seriously injured or even killed by not wearing your safety...

Page 73: ...ll the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The lap shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly If this happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the be...

Page 74: ...he correct buckle Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure If the belt is not long enough see Safety Belt Extender on page 3 25 Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety...

Page 75: ...the height adjuster and move the height adjuster to the desired position The adjuster can be moved up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide After the adjuster is set to the desired position t...

Page 76: ...lt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed and properly adjusted the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one gui...

Page 77: ...seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety bel...

Page 78: ...to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safet...

Page 79: ...d use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see th...

Page 80: ...ety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary ev...

Page 81: ...ar along the headliner or trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force...

Page 82: ...n seating positions with seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags WARNING Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed A...

Page 83: ...driver frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger s side Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar If the...

Page 84: ...the third row WARNING If something is between an occupant and an airbag the airbag might not inflate properly or it might force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path...

Page 85: ...forms the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits an object does not deform If the vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different c...

Page 86: ...damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were For frontal airbags inflation is determined by what the vehicle hits the angle of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down For sea...

Page 87: ...er the frontal airbags and seat mounted side impact airbags inflate they quickly deflate so quickly that some people may not even realize an airbag inflated Roof rail airbags may still be at least par...

Page 88: ...nger airbag Airbags are designed to inflate only once After an airbag inflates you will need some new parts for the airbag system If you do not get them the airbag system will not be there to help pro...

Page 89: ...are not affected by the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the right front passenger seat and safety belt The sensors are designed to detect the...

Page 90: ...int in a rear seat The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag if The right front passenger seat is unoccupied The system determines an infant is pres...

Page 91: ...r seat massagers 4 Reinstall the child restraint following the directions provided by the child restraint manufacturer and refer to Securing Child Restraints Rear Seat Position on page 3 57 or Securin...

Page 92: ...Factors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger ai...

Page 93: ...ge 13 16 WARNING For up to 10 seconds after the vehicle is turned off and the battery is disconnected an airbag can still inflate during improper service You can be injured if you are close to an airb...

Page 94: ...Passenger Sensing System on page 3 34 If you have any questions call Customer Assistance The phone numbers and addresses for Customer Assistance are in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure...

Page 95: ...e Where Are the Airbags on page 3 29 See your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle A damaged airbag system may no...

Page 96: ...Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 3 18 for more information If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hip...

Page 97: ...The safety belt cannot properly spread the impact forces In a crash they can be crushed together and seriously injured A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time WARNING Never allow a chi...

Page 98: ...nattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neit...

Page 99: ...front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints which are purchased by the vehicle owner...

Page 100: ...oulders Infants should always be secured in rear facing child restraints WARNING A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones...

Page 101: ...ow Securing an Add On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restra...

Page 102: ...d restraints In the U S refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA website to locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station For CPST availability in Canada check with...

Page 103: ...deploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the...

Page 104: ...esigned to make installation of a child restraint easier The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with the LATCH system Make sure that...

Page 105: ...ent B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash Your child restra...

Page 106: ...w Bucket H Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors I Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors For models with second row bucket seats both rear seating positions have...

Page 107: ...the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Second Row Seat 60 40 For models with 60 40 second row seating the top tether anchors are at the bottom rear of the seat c...

Page 108: ...traint following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual WARNING Do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor Attaching more than one...

Page 109: ...he seat 1 3 Attach and tighten the lower attachments on the child restraint to the lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the...

Page 110: ...has a fixed headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether around the inboard or outboard side of the headrest or head restraint If the position you are using has a fixe...

Page 111: ...ge 3 50 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH If a child restraint is secured in the vehicle using a safety belt and it uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Child...

Page 112: ...style Free Falling Latch Plate Cinching Latch Plate 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around...

Page 113: ...out of the retractor to set the lock When installing a child restraint using a lap shoulder belt and a cinching latch plate skip Step 4 and proceed to Step 5 5 To tighten the belt push down on the ch...

Page 114: ...Child Restraints Center Front Seat Position WARNING A child in a child restraint in the center front seat can be badly injured or killed by the frontal airbags if they inflate Never secure a child re...

Page 115: ...nusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat alw...

Page 116: ...straint 2 Put the child restraint on the seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructi...

Page 117: ...curely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no...

Page 118: ...Black plate 64 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 10 11 3 64 Seats and Restraints 2 NOTES...

Page 119: ...th a storage area above the CD changer open by pressing the bottom edge of the cover Glove Box Lift up the glove box handle to open it Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box Cupholders Cupholder...

Page 120: ...vehicle To use the cargo cover if equipped 1 Pull the cover handle toward the rear of the vehicle 2 Latch the cover posts into the retaining sockets on the cargo area trim panels To return the cover t...

Page 121: ...he vehicle Never carry something longer or wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a GM certified accessory carrier For vehicles with a roof rack the rack can be used to load items...

Page 122: ...to side Push the release handle back into the latched position and slide the crossrail back and forth slightly to be sure the latch snaps securely into place If needed to carry long items move the cr...

Page 123: ...Reminders 5 16 Airbag Readiness Light 5 16 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 5 17 Charging System Light 5 18 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 19 Brake System Warning Light 5 21 Antilock Brake System ABS W...

Page 124: ...ystem Universal Remote System 5 53 Universal Remote System Programming 5 53 Universal Remote System Operation 5 58 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment Push the control up or down to tilt the steering w...

Page 125: ...1 Press and hold w or c x while listening to a song until the contents of the current folder display on the radio display 2 Press and hold c x to go back to the previous folder list 3 Press and releas...

Page 126: ...Press to go to the next radio station while in AM FM or XM For vehicles with or without a navigation system Press to go to the next track or chapter while sourced to the CD or DVD slot Press to select...

Page 127: ...t cools down Windshield Washer WARNING In freezing weather do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield blocking your vision L Washer...

Page 128: ...e zone where you live the compass may give false readings The compass must be set to the variance zone in which the vehicle is traveling To adjust for compass variance use the following procedure Comp...

Page 129: ...nt a magnetic emergency light magnetic note pad holder or any other magnetic item Turn off the vehicle move the magnetic item then turn on the vehicle and calibrate the compass To calibrate the compas...

Page 130: ...om 12 hour to 24 hour or to change the date default setting from month day year to day month year 1 Press the H button and then the softkey located below the forward arrow tab 12H 24H the date MM DD m...

Page 131: ...enced see your dealer When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment Do not use equipment exceeding the maximum amperage rating of...

Page 132: ...supply such as microcomputer controlled electric blankets touch sensor lamps etc Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it becomes ser...

Page 133: ...Black plate 11 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 Instruments and Controls 5 11 Instrument Cluster English 6 Speed Shown Metric Similar...

Page 134: ...ne is set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer Trip Odometer The trip odometer can show how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last set to zero Press the reset but...

Page 135: ...OW message will appear See Fuel System Messages on page 5 39 Here are some situations customers experience with the fuel gauge None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge At the gas station t...

Page 136: ...ter See Engine Oil Messages on page 5 38 and Engine Oil on page 10 8 for more information A reading in the low pressure zone can be caused by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing...

Page 137: ...the battery s state of charge in DC volts When the engine is running the gauge shows the condition of the charging system The gauge can transition from a higher to lower or a lower to higher reading T...

Page 138: ...rted this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind front passengers to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on...

Page 139: ...ystem a Driver Information Center DIC message can also come on See Airbag System Messages on page 5 42 for more information Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the vehicle has the airbag status indic...

Page 140: ...s on it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 16 for more inform...

Page 141: ...ion controls might not work as well the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good and the engine might not run as smoothly This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle wa...

Page 142: ...ntly as designed and may cause stalling after start up stalling when the vehicle is changed into gear misfiring hesitation on acceleration or stumbling on acceleration These conditions might go away o...

Page 143: ...arning light comes on when the parking brake is set If the vehicle is driven with the parking brake engaged a chime sounds when the vehicle speed is greater than 8 km h 5 mph The vehicle brake system...

Page 144: ...light stays on turn the ignition off If the light comes on while driving stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the ABS lig...

Page 145: ...cator light turns off See StabiliTrak System on page 9 35 and Ride Control System Messages on page 5 41 for more information Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light The TCS StabiliTrak light com...

Page 146: ...il low can also damage the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Check the oil level as soon as possible Add oil if required but if the oil level is within the operating rang...

Page 147: ...em This light is also used to indicate the status of the anti theft alarm system when the ignition is turned off The light will flash rapidly if the alarm system is arming and one or more of the monit...

Page 148: ...ll messages will appear in the DIC display located below the tachometer in the instrument panel cluster The DIC comes on when the ignition is on After a short delay the DIC will display the informatio...

Page 149: ...egrated Trailer Brake Control ITBC system engine hours compass zone setting and compass recalibration U Customization Press to customize the feature settings on your vehicle See Vehicle Personalizatio...

Page 150: ...i etc Fuel Range Press the trip fuel button until FUEL RANGE displays This display shows the approximate number of remaining kilometers km or miles mi the vehicle can be driven without refueling The d...

Page 151: ...mer to zero press and hold the set reset button while TIMER is displayed Transmission Temperature Press the trip fuel button until TRANS TEMP displays This display shows the temperature of the automat...

Page 152: ...e OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change To reset the engine oil life system see Engine Oil Lif...

Page 153: ...d To adjust this setting see Integrated Trailer Brake Control System under Towing Equipment on page 9 63 for more information OUTPUT shows the power output to the trailer anytime a trailer with electr...

Page 154: ...e vehicle begins moving the trip odometer will accumulate mileage For example if the vehicle was driven 8 km 5 mi before it is started again and then the retro active reset feature is activated the di...

Page 155: ...The trip odometer can be reset to zero by pressing and holding the trip odometer reset stem while the trip odometer is displayed The trip odometer has a feature called the retro active reset This can...

Page 156: ...ormation Compass Recalibration This display allows for calibrating the compass See Compass on page 5 6 for more information Oil Life To access this display the vehicle must be in P Park Press the trip...

Page 157: ...ction can be acknowledged and cleared by pressing V Set Reset or the trip odometer reset stem The messages that require immediate action cannot be cleared until that action is performed All messages s...

Page 158: ...DIC display If the message is still displayed or appears again when you begin driving the brake system needs service See your dealer SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM On vehicles with the Integrated Trail...

Page 159: ...off the vehicle and check the liftgate and liftglass Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the passenger sid...

Page 160: ...il needs to be changed When you change the engine oil be sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message See Engine Oil Life System on page 10 10 for information on how to reset the message See Engin...

Page 161: ...This message displays and a chime sounds if the fuel level is low Refuel as soon as possible See Fuel Gauge on page 5 12 and Fuel on page 9 50 for more information TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message may dis...

Page 162: ...e Alert SBZA system and this message displays both SBZA displays will remain on indicating there is a problem with the SBZA system If these displays remain on after continued driving the system needs...

Page 163: ...not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly See your dealer for service See StabiliTrak System on page 9 35 for more information STABILITRAK INITIALIZING If the vehicle has StabiliTrak this...

Page 164: ...displays if there is a problem with the airbag system Have your dealer inspect the system for problems See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 16 and Airbag System on page 3 26 for more information Anti...

Page 165: ...pressures checked and set to those shown on the Tire Loading Information label See Tires on page 10 44 Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 15 and Tire Pressure on page 10 51 The DIC also shows the tire pres...

Page 166: ...owing Equipment on page 9 63 for more information ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when ice conditions are possible TRAILER CONNECTED On vehicles with the Integrated Trailer Brake Co...

Page 167: ...that the headlamps are turned off 2 Press the customization button to scroll through the available customizable options Feature Settings Menu Items The following are customization features that allow...

Page 168: ...be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to se...

Page 169: ...transmitter and the horn will sound when the lock button is pressed again within five seconds of the previous command NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain T...

Page 170: ...ettings OFF There will be no delayed locking of the vehicle s doors ON default The doors will not lock until 5 seconds after the last door or the liftgate is closed NO CHANGE No change will be made to...

Page 171: ...Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 3 for more information NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the d...

Page 172: ...ormation Press the customization button until EASY EXIT RECALL appears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to...

Page 173: ...pears on the DIC display Press the set reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF default No remote memo...

Page 174: ...customization features will be set to their factory default settings DO NOT RESTORE The customization features will not be set to their factory default settings To select a setting press the set reset...

Page 175: ...to program the transmitter Because of the steps involved it may be helpful to have another person assist with programming the transmitter Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for us...

Page 176: ...to be held for up to 20 seconds 4 Immediately within one second release the button when the garage door moves The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete 5 Press and release t...

Page 177: ...sal Home Remote Rolling Code Your hand held transmitter can have between 8 to 12 dip switches depending on the brand of transmitter The garage door opener receiver motor head unit could also have a ro...

Page 178: ...n the up position write Left When a switch is in the down position write Right If a switch is set between the up and down position write Middle The switch settings written down in Step 2 now become th...

Page 179: ...ns once again firmly press and release all three buttons at the same time The indicator lights will turn on 6 Press and hold the button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage do...

Page 180: ...ogrammed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends To erase either Rolling Code or Fixed Code settings on the Universal Home Remote device 1 Press and hold the two outside bu...

Page 181: ...g Flashers 6 5 Turn and Lane Change Signals 6 5 Fog Lamps 6 6 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control 6 7 Dome Lamps 6 7 Reading Lamps 6 8 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 8 Exit Lig...

Page 182: ...lamps listed below Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps License Plate Lamps When the headlamps are turned on while the vehicle is on the headlamps will turn off automatically 10 minutes aft...

Page 183: ...daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada The DRL system comes on when the following conditions are met The ignition is on The exterior lamps control is in AUTO The trans...

Page 184: ...tion of the Daytime Running Lamps DRL and the automatic headlamp systems so that driving under bridges or bright overhead street lights does not affect the system The DRL and automatic headlamp system...

Page 185: ...tes with the driver door closed See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 24 The regular headlamp system can be turned on when needed Hazard Warning Flashers Hazard Warning Flashers Press this button...

Page 186: ...flash of the turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON will also appear in the Driver Information Control DIC To turn the chime and message off move the turn signal lever to the off position Fog Lamp...

Page 187: ...se position turns on the dome lamps Dome Lamps The dome lamps are located in the overhead console They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed Turn the instrument p...

Page 188: ...e dome override button is pressed in the lamps will not come on Exit Lighting The interior lamps come on when the key is removed from the ignition They turn off automatically in 20 seconds The lights...

Page 189: ...y It does this by balancing the generator s output and the vehicle s electrical needs It can increase engine idle speed to generate more power whenever needed It can temporarily reduce the power deman...

Page 190: ...Black plate 10 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 6 10 Lighting 2 NOTES...

Page 191: ...iary Devices 7 23 Rear Seat Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System 7 27 Rear Seat Audio RSA System 7 37 Phone Bluetooth 7 39 Trademarks and License Agreements Trademarks and License Agreement...

Page 192: ...in more noticeable engine noise at certain speeds Notice Contact your dealer before adding any equipment Adding audio or communication equipment could interfere with the operation of the engine radio...

Page 193: ...later in this section under Adjusting the Speakers Balance Fade Vehicles with a USB CD and DVD radio may have a Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system See Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System on page 7 27 f...

Page 194: ...to compensate for background noise so that music always sounds the same at the set volume level This feature is most effective at lower radio volume settings where background noise can affect how well...

Page 195: ...button to change the DSP settings only available on Bose systems DSP settings provide a choice of different listening experiences The following DSP settings are available Normal Select this setting t...

Page 196: ...e messages will display when the THEFTLOCK system has locked up the radio Take the vehicle to your dealer for service If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot be corrected contact your dea...

Page 197: ...tion in descending order FWD Press to manually tune to a radio station in ascending order FAV Favorites Press to select different favorite pages for stored radio stations Storing Radio Stations Driver...

Page 198: ...ca or 1 877 438 9677 in Canada 4 Information XM Satellite Radio Service For vehicles with XM press 4 to display additional text information related to the current XM channel If information is availab...

Page 199: ...r the Restore All tab 5 Repeat the steps to remove more categories Storing XM Channels Drivers are encouraged to store XM channels while the vehicle is parked see Defensive Driving on page 9 3 Tune to...

Page 200: ...text data No action is needed This message should disappear shortly Channel Off Air This channel is not currently in service Tune in to another channel Channel Unauth This channel is blocked or canno...

Page 201: ...f items such as cell phone chargers vehicle convenience accessories and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet If there is interference or static unplug the item from...

Page 202: ...to be attached to the glass make sure that the grid lines for the AM FM antenna are not damaged There is enough space between the grid lines to attach a cellular telephone antenna without interfering...

Page 203: ...g the quality of the music that has been recorded and the way the CD R or CD RW has been handled Handle them carefully Store CD Rs or CD RWs in their original cases or other protective cases and away...

Page 204: ...ejects from the bottom slot A beep sounds and Ejecting Disc displays Once the disc is ejected Remove Disc displays The disc can be removed If the disc is not removed after several seconds the disc au...

Page 205: ...stem on page 7 27 for more information If a disc is inserted into the top DVD slot the rear seat operator can turn on the video screen and use the remote control to navigate the CD tracks only through...

Page 206: ...olders in depth Up to 15 playlists Up to 40 sessions Playlists with an m3u or wpl extension Files with an mp3 wma or cda file extension The CD player supports Up to 512 files and folders Up to 8 folde...

Page 207: ...first track of the first folder When play enters a new folder the display does not automatically show the new folder name unless the folder mode has been chosen as the default display The new track na...

Page 208: ...iles in order by artist or album The player scans the disc to sort the files by artist and album ID3 tag information It can take several minutes to scan the disc depending on the number of files on th...

Page 209: ...lot label side up The player pulls it in and the disc should begin playing Loading Disc shows on the radio display At the same time the radio displays a softkey menu of option s Some discs automatical...

Page 210: ...ck display The Parental Control feature remains on until the knob is pressed and held for more than two seconds again or until the driver turns the ignition off and exits the vehicle f Tune Turn to se...

Page 211: ...hrough the menus q Return Press to exit the current active menu and return to the previous menu This button operates only when a DVD is playing and a menu is active The rear seat passenger can navigat...

Page 212: ...the remote control or press the softkey located under the r j tab on the radio The DVD should resume play from where it last stopped if the disc has not been ejected and the stop button has not been p...

Page 213: ...rom the device over the vehicle speakers For optimal sound quality increase the portable audio device s volume to the loudest level It is always best to power the portable audio device through its own...

Page 214: ...atest firmware from Apple for proper operation iPod firmware can be updated using the latest iTunes application See www apple com itunes For help with identifying your iPod go to www apple com support...

Page 215: ...tinue moving backward through tracks SEEK Press to go to the next track Press and hold or press multiple times to continue moving forward through tracks s REV Reverse Press and hold to reverse playbac...

Page 216: ...sed Third softkey 5 through the list each time the softkey is pressed Fourth softkey 10 through the list each time the softkey is pressed Fifth softkey end of the list h Music Navigator Press the soft...

Page 217: ...shuffle off This is the default mode when a USB storage device or iPod is first connected 2 Shuffle All Songs Shuffle Songs Press the softkey below or C to shuffle all songs on the USB storage device...

Page 218: ...utton for more than two seconds to stop all system features such as radio video screen Rear Seat Audio RSA DVD and or CD While Parental Control is on a padlock icon displays The radio can be turned ba...

Page 219: ...hones lose the audio signal To adjust the volume on the headphones use the volume control located on the right side For optimal audio performance the headphones must be worn correctly Headphones shoul...

Page 220: ...xternal auxiliary device to the color coded A V jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the video screen power on If the video screen is in the DVD player mode pressing the AUX auxiliary button o...

Page 221: ...seat passengers are able to hear audio from the auxiliary device through the wireless or wired headphones The front seat passengers are able to listen to playback from this device through the vehicle...

Page 222: ...in a hot area or in direct sunlight can damage it and the repairs will not be covered by the warranty Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries Keep the remote control stored in a cool dry plac...

Page 223: ...se button To cancel slow play mode press the play pause button t Previous Track Chapter Press this button to return to the start of the current track or chapter Press this button again to go to the pr...

Page 224: ...ss Aux Video Source DVD Media Fourth Press Return to Default State Return to Default State 2 Camera Press this button to change camera angles on DVDs that have this feature while a DVD is playing The...

Page 225: ...he auxiliary input connections at both devices The remote control does not work Check to make sure there is no obstruction between the remote control and the transmitter window Check the batteries to...

Page 226: ...ds on the radio that is in the vehicle The video screen can display one of the following Disc Load Eject Error This message displays when there are disc load or eject problems Disc Format Error This m...

Page 227: ...ging the band on the RSA or the front radio will change the band on the other system if they are both sourced to the radio The RSA functions operate even when the main radio is off The front audio sys...

Page 228: ...ck or chapter on the disc This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio When a DVD video menu is being displayed press either the left or right see...

Page 229: ...Thru in this section for more information See Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers in this section for more information WARNING When using a cell phone it can be distracting to look too long or too ofte...

Page 230: ...d a call reject a call or cancel an operation Pairing A Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired to the Bluetooth system and then connected to the vehicle before it can be used See the cell phone m...

Page 231: ...complete 6 Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to pair additional phones Listing All Paired and Connected Phones The system can list all cell phones paired to it If a paired cell phone is also connected to the v...

Page 232: ...e number or group of numbers you want to store all at once with no pauses then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number Using the Digit Store Command If an unwanted...

Page 233: ...pausing or say the name tag Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Using the Digit Dial Command The digit dial command allows a phone number to be dialed by enterin...

Page 234: ...enabled by the wireless service carrier 1 While on a call press b g 2 Say Three way call 3 Use the dial or call command to dial the number of the third party to be called 4 Once the call is connected...

Page 235: ...Tone Multi Frequency DTMF Tones The Bluetooth system can send numbers and the numbers stored as name tags during a call You can use this feature when calling a menu driven phone system Account number...

Page 236: ...ense under U S Patent s 5 451 942 5 956 674 5 974 380 5 978 762 6 487 535 other U S and worldwide patents issued pending DTS and the Symbol are registered trademarks and DTS Digital Surround and the D...

Page 237: ...8 8 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating cooling and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system The vehicle also has a flow through ventilation...

Page 238: ...it is set to recirculation mode See Recirculation later in this section Press the or buttons to increase or decrease the cabin temperature The driver side or passenger side temperature display shows...

Page 239: ...sor see Sensors later in this section To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available The length of delay depends on the engine coolant t...

Page 240: ...efrost mode If the PASS button is pressed the button indicator flashes three times and will not work If the passenger temperature buttons are adjusted the driver temperature indicator changes The pass...

Page 241: ...e turned off by turning off the ignition REAR For vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning controls Press to turn the rear climate control system on or off See Rear Climate Control System on p...

Page 242: ...temperature of the air inside the vehicle There is also an exterior temperature sensor located behind the front grille This sensor reads the outside air temperature and helps maintain the temperature...

Page 243: ...ss the REAR button on the front climate control system to turn the rear climate control system on or off An indicator comes on when the rear system is on The rear climate control system can also be tu...

Page 244: ...in under automatic control or Temperature Control Press these buttons to adjust the temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area Press the button for warmer air and press the button for cool...

Page 245: ...etained Accessory Power RAP 9 24 Shifting Into Park 9 24 Shifting out of Park 9 25 Parking over Things That Burn 9 26 Active Fuel Management 9 26 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 27 Running the Vehicle...

Page 246: ...driver distraction Become familiar with the local laws in your area To avoid distracted driving always keep your eyes on the road hands on the wheel and mind on the drive Do not use a phone in demand...

Page 247: ...distance between you and the driver in front of you Focus on the task of driving Drunk Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy WARNING Drinking and then drivi...

Page 248: ...Fluid on page 10 22 If power steering assist is lost because the engine stops or the power steering system is not functioning the vehicle can be steered but may required increased effort See your dea...

Page 249: ...econd skid if it occurs Slow down and adjust your driving according to weather conditions Stopping distance can be longer and vehicle control can be affected when traction is reduced by water snow ice...

Page 250: ...Operating the vehicle for extended periods without the front fascia lower air dam installed can cause improper air flow to the engine Re attach the front fascia air dam after off road driving Loading...

Page 251: ...p a firm grip on the steering wheel Maintain a slow speed When possible drive straight up or down the hill Slow down when approaching the top of the hill Use headlamps even during the day to make the...

Page 252: ...l the vehicle it is steep enough to cause it to roll over If you cannot make it up the hill back straight down the hill Never back down a hill in N Neutral using only the brake The vehicle can roll ba...

Page 253: ...per the mud the lower the gear Keep the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck Traction changes when driving on sand On loose sand such as on beaches or sand dunes the tires tend to sink into the sand...

Page 254: ...ubstances can cause glazing and uneven braking Check the body structure steering suspension wheels tires and exhaust system for damage and check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage More...

Page 255: ...4 Turn off cruise control Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving If you become tired or sleepy find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest Other drivi...

Page 256: ...the tires and the road creating less traction or grip Wet ice can occur at about 0 C 32 F when freezing rain begins to fall resulting in even less traction Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain...

Page 257: ...ot collect there Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the climat...

Page 258: ...chains on the vehicle see Tire Chains on page 10 64 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels Turn off any traction or stabil...

Page 259: ...eight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it was designed to carry the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification...

Page 260: ...and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX pounds on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined w...

Page 261: ...68 kg 150 lbs 2 136 kg 300 lbs C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 317 kg 700 lbs Example 2 A Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs B Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 5 136 k...

Page 262: ...ire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles called Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR To find out the actual loads on your front and rear axles you need to go to a weigh stati...

Page 263: ...ve the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it whenever you can Do not leave a seat folded down unless you need...

Page 264: ...ruise control The control used to adjust the pedals is located on the instrument panel below the climate control system Press the bottom of the control to move the pedals closer Press the top of the c...

Page 265: ...g Brake on page 9 34 WARNING Turning off the vehicle while moving may cause loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags While driving only shut the vehicle off in an...

Page 266: ...if the vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to P Park only when the vehicle is stopped Starting Procedure 1 With your foot off the accelerator pedal turn the ignition t...

Page 267: ...arts briefly but then stops again repeat these steps This clears the extra gasoline from the engine Do not race the engine immediately after starting it Operate the engine and transmission gently unti...

Page 268: ...ed for up to 10 minutes after the engine is turned off Audio System Power Windows OnStar System if equipped Sunroof if equipped These features work when the key is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY Once the...

Page 269: ...parking on a hill and you do not shift the transmission into P Park properly the weight of the vehicle can put too much force on the parking pawl in the transmission It might be difficult to pull the...

Page 270: ...e serviced soon Parking over Things That Burn WARNING Things that can burn could touch hot exhaust parts under the vehicle and ignite Do not park over papers leaves dry grass or other things that can...

Page 271: ...body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it only with the windows...

Page 272: ...supplement for more information The vehicle has a Hydra Matic 6L80 automatic transmission and has an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster The electronic shift posit...

Page 273: ...ING Shifting into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is dangerous Unless your foot is firmly on the brake pedal the vehicle could move very rapidly You could lose control and hit p...

Page 274: ...ine before making an upshift if the engine will be able to maintain vehicle speed by analyzing things such as throttle position vehicle load and hill grade If the shift stabilization feature determine...

Page 275: ...of gears Grade Braking is not available when the Range Selection Mode is active See Tow Haul Mode on page 9 31 for more information While using the Range Selection Mode Cruise Control and the Tow Haul...

Page 276: ...ning desired vehicle speeds when driving on downhill grades by automatically implementing a shift schedule that utilizes the engine and transmission to slow the vehicle This reduces wear on the brakin...

Page 277: ...ls is about to stop rolling the computer will separately work the brakes at each wheel ABS can change the brake pressure to each wheel as required faster than any driver could This can help the driver...

Page 278: ...rake system warning light will flash and a chime will sound warning you that the parking brake is still on If you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill see Driving Characteristics and Towing...

Page 279: ...s equipped with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control ITBC system HSA may also apply the trailer brakes It will not activate if the vehicle is in a drive gear and facing downhill or if the vehicle is f...

Page 280: ...f the system fails to turn on or activate the StabiliTrak light along with a message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center DIC If a DIC message appears make sure the StabiliTrak system ha...

Page 281: ...vehicle to attempt to free it It may also be necessary to turn off the system when driving in extreme off road conditions where high wheel spin is required See If the Vehicle Is Stuck on page 9 14 Tra...

Page 282: ...e See Trailer Sway Control TSC on page 9 72 Non hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Hill Start Assist HSA feature See Hill Start Assist HSA on page 9 35 Adding non dealer accessories can affect th...

Page 283: ...r the rear of the vehicle to maintain proper vehicle height The system is activated when the ignition key is turned to ON RUN and will automatically adjust vehicle height thereafter The system may exh...

Page 284: ...stem on and off The indicator light on the button turns on when cruise control is on and turns off when cruise control is off RES Resume Accelerate Press briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previo...

Page 285: ...he desired lower speed is reached then release it To slow down in small amounts press the SET button on the steering wheel briefly Each time this is done the vehicle goes about 1 6 km h 1 mph slower P...

Page 286: ...RNING The URPA system does not detect pedestrians bicyclists animals or objects below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle To prevent injury death or vehicle damage even with U...

Page 287: ...d dirt snow ice slush and frost The message may not clear until frost or ice has melted all around and inside the sensor A trailer is attached to the vehicle or a bicycle or an object hanging out of t...

Page 288: ...he vehicle is started both outside mirror SBZA displays will briefly come on to indicate the system is operating When the vehicle is moving forward the left or right side mirror display will light up...

Page 289: ...he following messages may appear in the DIC SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM OFF This message indicates that the driver has turned the system off SIDE BLIND ZONE SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE This message indicates...

Page 290: ...system displays a view of the area behind the vehicle When the vehicle is on and shifted into R Reverse the video image appears on the inside rearview mirror The video image disappears after the vehic...

Page 291: ...us screen buttons to increase or decrease the brightness of the screen _ Contrast Touch the plus or minus screen buttons to increase or decrease the contrast of the screen Symbols The navigation syste...

Page 292: ...en disabled 2 Shift into P Park 3 Press MENU to enter the configure menu options Turn the Multifunction knob until the Display feature is highlighted and press the Multifunction knob Or press the Disp...

Page 293: ...fected Be sure to have the camera and its position and mounting angle checked at your dealer The RVC system display in the rearview mirror may turn off or not appear as expected due to one of the foll...

Page 294: ...y the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9 50 Recommended Fuel Use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher You can also use regular unleaded gasol...

Page 295: ...k an auto club or contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you will be driving Fuel Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to c...

Page 296: ...fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9 50 We encourage the use of E85 in vehicles that are designed to us...

Page 297: ...the vehicle warranty Filling the Tank WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instructions on the fu...

Page 298: ...terior Care on page 10 88 When replacing the fuel cap insert the tether in its hole before tightening the cap Turn the fuel cap clockwise until it clicks It will require more effort to turn the fuel c...

Page 299: ...the ground Continued WARNING Continued Bring the fill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Contact should be maintained until the filling is complete Do n...

Page 300: ...be damaged Then during the first 800 km 500 mi that a trailer is towed do not drive over 80 km h 50 mph and do not make starts at full throttle This helps the engine and other parts of the vehicle we...

Page 301: ...electrical connectors lamps tires and mirrors If the trailer has electric brakes start the combination moving and then apply the trailer brake controller by hand to be sure the brakes work During the...

Page 302: ...ght on page 5 22 When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades consider the following Engine coolant will boil at a lower temperature than at normal altitudes If the engine is turned off immedia...

Page 303: ...d store the chocks Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 Things that are especially important in trailer ope...

Page 304: ...ing information has many time tested important trailering tips and safety rules Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers So please read this section carefully before pul...

Page 305: ...be exceeded Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices See Customer Assistance Offices U S and Canada on page 13 4 or Customer Assistance Offic...

Page 306: ...s Tires later in this section for more information After loading the trailer weigh the trailer and then the tongue separately to see if the weights are proper If they are not adjustments might be mad...

Page 307: ...ommendations and instructions Weight Distributing Hitch Adjustment A Body to Ground Distance B Front of Vehicle When using a weight distributing hitch the spring bars should be adjusted so the distanc...

Page 308: ...railer Wiring Harness Package The vehicle is equipped with the seven wire trailer towing harness This harness with a seven pin universal trailer connector is attached to a bracket on the hitch platfor...

Page 309: ...sconnected Do not power both ITBC and aftermarket controllers to control the trailer brakes at the same time Tow Haul Mode Pressing this button at the end of the shift lever turns on and off the tow h...

Page 310: ...a wide range of trailering situations The ITBC system is integrated with the vehicle s brake anti lock brake and StabiliTrak systems In trailering conditions that cause the vehicle s anti lock brake...

Page 311: ...is used only with trailers that are equipped with electric brakes All applicable local and federal laws and regulations are followed All electrical and mechanical connections to the trailer are made c...

Page 312: ...Apply lever Connecting a trailer equipped with electric trailer brakes All DIC warning and service messages must first be acknowledged by the driver by pressing the odometer trip stem or the DIC Vehi...

Page 313: ...Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure to properly adjust the power output to the trailer brakes Sliding the lever to the left will apply only the trailer brakes The power output to the trailer is indicate...

Page 314: ...sting trailer gain at speeds lower than 32 to 40 km h 20 to 25 mph may result in an incorrect gain setting 6 Adjust the Trailer Gain to just below the point of trailer wheel lock up indicated by trail...

Page 315: ...n the ignition back to RUN 4 If the CHECK TRAILER WIRING message re appears the electrical fault is on the vehicle side If the CHECK TRAILER WIRING message only re appears when connecting the trailer...

Page 316: ...engine torque to help slow the vehicle See StabiliTrak System on page 9 35 for more information Adding non dealer accessories can affect the vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications on p...

Page 317: ...Protection Operating Mode 10 22 Engine Fan 10 22 Power Steering Fluid 10 22 Washer Fluid 10 23 Brakes 10 24 Brake Fluid 10 25 Battery 10 26 All Wheel Drive 10 27 Front Axle 10 28 Rear Axle 10 28 Star...

Page 318: ...0 58 Buying New Tires 10 59 Different Size Tires and Wheels 10 60 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 61 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 62 Wheel Replacement 10 63 Tire Chains 10 64 If a Tire Goes Fla...

Page 319: ...ons such as airbag initiators safety belt pretensioners and lithium batteries contained in Remote Keyless Entry transmitters may contain perchlorate materials Special handling may be necessary For add...

Page 320: ...Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work If the vehicle is a hybrid see the hybrid supplement for more information WARNING It can be dangerous to work on your vehicle if you do not have the proper k...

Page 321: ...steering wheel 2 Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release near the center of the grille 3 Push the secondary hood release to the right 4 Lift the hood Before closing...

Page 322: ...Black plate 6 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 6 2L V8 Engine...

Page 323: ...View See Checking the Fluid Level under Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 11 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 8 H Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See...

Page 324: ...level at each fuel fill In order to get an accurate reading the vehicle must be on level ground The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the loc...

Page 325: ...viscosity grade See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Specification Use and ask for licensed engine oils with the dexos1 approved certification mark Engine oils meeting the requirements...

Page 326: ...a place that collects used oil Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter This is based on a combinatio...

Page 327: ...ws 1 Turn the ignition to ON RUN with the engine off 2 Fully press the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds 3 Display the OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC If the display shows 100 the...

Page 328: ...rake pedal move the shift lever through each gear range pausing for about three seconds in each range Then move the shift lever back to P Park 4 Allow the engine to idle 500 800 rpm for at least one m...

Page 329: ...d It does not take much fluid generally less than 0 5 L 1 pint Do not overfill 6 Perform a hot check at the first opportunity after the transmission reaches a normal operating temperature between 71 C...

Page 330: ...then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Consistency of Readings Always check the fluid level at least twice using the procedures described Consistency repeatable readings is important...

Page 331: ...over of the housing and lift up the cover 3 Remove the engine air cleaner filter from the housing Care should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible 4 Clean the engine air cleaner filter seal...

Page 332: ...u run the engine it could lose all coolant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause pr...

Page 333: ...emperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not damage aluminum parts Helps keep the proper engine temperature Notice If an improper coolant mixture is used the engine could overheat and be ba...

Page 334: ...e cooling system How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank WARNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot e...

Page 335: ...nd upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn If a hiss is heard wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Keep...

Page 336: ...ED message comes on in the Driver Information Center DIC on the instrument panel See Engine Cooling System Messages on page 5 37 and Engine Power Messages on page 5 39 If the decision is made not to l...

Page 337: ...or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message along with a low coolant condition can indicate a serious problem If an engine overheat warning is displayed but no steam can be seen or heard the problem...

Page 338: ...ted engine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause of coolant loss change the o...

Page 339: ...nd of fluid to use see Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 Always use the proper fluid Notice Use of the incorrect fluid may damage the vehicle and the damages may not be covered by the ve...

Page 340: ...an come and go or be heard all the time the vehicle is moving except when applying the brake pedal firmly WARNING The brake wear warning sound means that soon the brakes will not work well That could...

Page 341: ...fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for the location of the reservoir There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down The brake fluid level goes down...

Page 342: ...ts on page 11 12 Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir WARNING With the wrong kind of fluid in the...

Page 343: ...emove the black negative cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down Extended Storage Remove the black negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger All Wheel Drive...

Page 344: ...emperature warm add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the fill plug hole What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 to determine what kind of lubricant to...

Page 345: ...e Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level For All Wheel Drive vehicles the proper level is from 1 0 mm to 19 0 mm 0 04 in to 0 75 in below the bottom of the filler plug hole located on the rea...

Page 346: ...out of P Park contact your dealer for service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK OFF in each shift lever position The igniti...

Page 347: ...different ways Front Wiper Blade Replacement 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the windshield 2 Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of the blade and turn the blade assembly away f...

Page 348: ...ncoming vehicles flash their high beams at you this may mean the vertical aim of the headlamps needs to be adjusted It is recommended that the vehicle be taken to the dealer for service if the headlam...

Page 349: ...rizontal line B on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in Step 4 Notice Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut off when aiming Covering a headlamp may cause excessive heat...

Page 350: ...e correct headlamp aim The lamp on the right B shows the incorrect headlamp aim 10 Repeat Steps 7 through 9 for the opposite headlamp Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Repl...

Page 351: ...ulb straight out from the socket 5 Press a new bulb into the socket insert the socket into the taillamp assembly and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp assembly until it clicks 6 Reinstall th...

Page 352: ...cal load is too heavy the circuit breaker opens and closes protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload a...

Page 353: ...rs and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fuse Be...

Page 354: ...Black plate 38 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 10 38 Vehicle Care...

Page 355: ...en Sensors 9 Antilock Brakes System 2 Fuses Usage 10 Trailer Back up Lamps 11 Driver Side Low Beam Headlamp 12 Engine Control Module Battery 13 Fuel Injectors Ignition Coils Right Side 14 Transmission...

Page 356: ...stem Ignition Fuses Usage 41 Amplifier 42 Audio System 43 Miscellaneous Ignition Cruise Control 44 Liftgate Release 45 Airbag System Battery 46 Instrument Panel Cluster 47 Not Used 48 Auxiliary Climat...

Page 357: ...71 Power Liftgate Module J Case Fuses Usage 72 Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Relays Usage FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control HDLP LO HID Low Bea...

Page 358: ...3 Steering Wheel Controls Backlight 4 Driver Door Module 5 Dome Lamps Driver Side Turn Signal Fuses Usage 6 Driver Side Turn Signal Stoplamp 7 Instrument Panel Back Lighting 8 Passenger Side Turn Sig...

Page 359: ...Driver Information Center DIC 23 Rear Wiper 24 Cooled Seats 25 Driver Seat Module Remote Keyless Entry System 26 Driver Power Door Lock Unlock Feature Circuit Breaker Usage LT DR Driver Side Power Wi...

Page 360: ...DLINER 1 Headliner Harness Connector 1 SEO UPFITTER Special Equipment Option Upfitter Harness Connector Circuit Breaker Usage CB1 Passenger Side Power Window Circuit Breaker CB2 Passenger Seat Circuit...

Page 361: ...n hitting a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressure Worn or old tires can cause a crash If the tread is badly worn replace them Replace any tires that have been damaged by impacts with potholes...

Page 362: ...bination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire s width height aspect ratio construction type and service description See the Tire Size illustration later in this section for more det...

Page 363: ...enger vehicle tire size Passenger P Metric Tire A Passenger P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenge...

Page 364: ...the plies and the tread Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials Bead The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneum...

Page 365: ...load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight The sum of curb weight accessory weight vehicle capacity weight and production options...

Page 366: ...y 1 6 mm 1 16 in of tread remains See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10 58 UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards A tire information system that provides consumers with ratings for a tire...

Page 367: ...original equipment tires and the correct cold tire inflation pressures The recommended pressure is the minimum air pressure needed to support the vehicle s maximum load carrying capacity For addition...

Page 368: ...hers could be killed Some high speed rated tires require inflation pressure adjustment for high speed operation When speed limits and road conditions are such that a vehicle can be driven at high spee...

Page 369: ...ation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not...

Page 370: ...ing message come on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure Using the DIC tire pressure levels can be viewed For additional information and details about...

Page 371: ...The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off after successfully completing the sensor matching process See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more TPMS sensors are m...

Page 372: ...screen 4 Start with the driver side front tire 5 Place the relearn tool against the tire sidewall near the valve stem Then press the button to activate the TPMS sensor A horn chirp confirms that the s...

Page 373: ...Any time unusual wear is noticed rotate the tires as soon as possible and check the wheel alignment Also check for damaged tires or wheels See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 10 58 and Wheel Re...

Page 374: ...ate of the tires Treadwear indicators are one way to tell when it is time for new tires Treadwear indicators appear when the tires have only 1 6 mm 1 16 in or less of tread remaining Some commercial t...

Page 375: ...all performance of the vehicle including brake system performance ride and handling traction control and tire pressure monitoring performance GM s TPC Spec number is molded onto the tire s sidewall ne...

Page 376: ...the wheels on the vehicle If the vehicle tires must be replaced with a tire that does not have a TPC Spec number make sure they are the same size load range speed rating and construction radial as the...

Page 377: ...developed by the United States National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA which grades tires by treadwear traction and temperature performance This applies only to vehicles sold in the Unit...

Page 378: ...st B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained...

Page 379: ...same way as the one it replaces Replace wheels wheel bolts wheel nuts or Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors with new GM original equipment parts WARNING Using the wrong replacement wheels whee...

Page 380: ...ir goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak out slowly But if there ever is a blowout here are a few tips about what to expect and what to do If a front tire fails the flat tire creates a dra...

Page 381: ...a level place well off the road if possible Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6 5 WARNING Changing a tire can be dangerous The vehicle can slip off the jack and...

Page 382: ...se Regular Wheelbase Shown Extended Wheelbase Similar 1 Remove the tray to access the tools by pulling up on the finger depression under the jack symbol 2 Remove the wing nut B used to retain the tool...

Page 383: ...nted Down I Hoist Shaft Access Hole J Hoist End of Extension Tool K Spare Tire Lock 1 To reach the hoist shaft access cover C you will first need to remove the hitch cover Remove it by turning the two...

Page 384: ...sure the hoist end J of the extension D connects to the hoist shaft B The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 6 Turn the wheel wrench E counterclockwise to lower the spa...

Page 385: ...ing the spare tire 8 Tilt the tire toward the vehicle with some slack in the cable to access the tire wheel retainer Separate the retainer from the guide pin by sliding the retainer up the pin while p...

Page 386: ...ee If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 64 2 If the wheel has a center cap that covers the wheel nuts place the chiseled end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry the cap out 3 Use the...

Page 387: ...jury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Position the jack under the vehicle as shown Front Position Front Tire Flat If the flat...

Page 388: ...n the wheel wrench D clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground 5 Remove all of the wheel nuts 6 Take off...

Page 389: ...clockwise to lower the vehicle Lower the jack completely WARNING Wheel nuts that are improperly or incorrectly tightened can cause the wheels to become loose or come off The wheel nuts should be tight...

Page 390: ...quipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Notice Storing an aluminu...

Page 391: ...eel Tilt the retainer down and through the center wheel opening 3 Assemble the two jack handle extensions D and wheel wrench E as shown 4 Insert the open end of the extension J through the hoist shaft...

Page 392: ...ing Bracket D Wing Nut Retaining Tool Bag E Jack F Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks G Jack Knob 1 Return the wheel wrench jack handle and jack handle extensions to the tool bag B 2 Assemble wheel block...

Page 393: ...suddenly falling off your vehicle For the secondary latch to work the spare must be installed with the valve stem pointing down See Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools under Tire Changing on page 1...

Page 394: ...pare tire lowers to the ground continue with Step 5 under Removing the Spare Tire and Tools under Tire Changing on page 10 66 5 If the spare does not lower turn the wrench counterclockwise until appro...

Page 395: ...ure no one is behind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from under the spare 13 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack Use one hand to push against t...

Page 396: ...at the spare is correctly inflated The spare tire is made to perform well at speeds up to 112 km h 70 mph at the recommended inflation pressure so you can finish your trip Have the damaged or flat roa...

Page 397: ...les can be damaged 2 Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables can reach but be sure the vehicles are not touching each other If they are it could cause a ground connection you do not want Yo...

Page 398: ...mote negative terminal is a stud located on the right front of the engine where the negative battery cable attaches See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10 6 for more information on the location of...

Page 399: ...e vehicles could be damaged too Before you connect the cables here are some basic things you should know Positive will go to positive or to a remote positive terminal if the vehicle has one Negative w...

Page 400: ...egative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a while 11 Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery If it will not...

Page 401: ...with vehicles that have low ground clearance and or special equipment Always flatbed on a car carrier Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed See Roa...

Page 402: ...used See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure the vehicl...

Page 403: ...Two wheel drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To dolly tow a two wheel dri...

Page 404: ...Put the transmission in P Park 5 Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer s instructions 6 Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are loc...

Page 405: ...and tar tree sap bird droppings chemicals from industrial chimneys etc can damage the vehicle s finish if they remain on painted surfaces Wash the vehicle as soon as possible If necessary use non abr...

Page 406: ...with tire cleaner to clean the tires Notice Using petroleum based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any over...

Page 407: ...cle s underbody Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this If not removed rust and corrosion can develop Sheet Metal Damage If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metal repair or...

Page 408: ...to remove a soil from any interior surface Never use a brush with stiff bristles Never rub any surface aggressively or with excessive pressure Do not use laundry detergents or dishwashing soaps with...

Page 409: ...fabric or carpet Following the cleaning process a paper towel can be used to blot excess moisture Instrument Panel Leather Vinyl Other Plastic Surfaces Use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with water...

Page 410: ...r mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed it can interfere with the pedals Interference with the pedals can cause unintended acceleration and or increased stopping distance which can cause...

Page 411: ...o maintain the value of the vehicle if it is sold It is the responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required maintena...

Page 412: ...Limits on page 9 15 Are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal driving limits Use the recommended fuel See Recommended Fuel on page 9 50 Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule...

Page 413: ...year and the oil life system must be reset Your trained dealer technician can perform this work If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally service the vehicle within 5 000 km 3 000 mi since...

Page 414: ...system and nearby heat shields for loose or damaged parts Lubricate body components See Exterior Care on page 10 88 Check starter switch See Starter Switch Check on page 10 29 Check automatic transmis...

Page 415: ...Black plate 5 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 Service and Maintenance 11 5...

Page 416: ...ehicle has one works properly Replace as needed b Or every four years whichever comes first c Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and c...

Page 417: ...Black plate 7 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 Service and Maintenance 11 7...

Page 418: ...stem on page 10 16 e Or every 10 years whichever comes first Inspect for fraying excessive cracking or damage replace if needed Special Application Services Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only Lubrica...

Page 419: ...ccess to tools and equipment to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts engineered for the vehicle Fluids Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle s systems and components Se...

Page 420: ...e visible treadwear indicators cord or fabric showing through the rubber cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall or a bulge or split in the tire Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend th...

Page 421: ...igns of damage include scratches cracks and chips Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept...

Page 422: ...n page 10 8 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 16 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967...

Page 423: ...511 Hood Hinges Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and Linkage and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part N...

Page 424: ...r specification can be obtained from your dealer Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter Standard Filter 15908916 A3086C High Capacity Filter 15...

Page 425: ...ervice and Maintenance 11 15 Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes p...

Page 426: ...Black plate 16 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 11 16 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 427: ...Black plate 17 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 Service and Maintenance 11 17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 428: ...Black plate 18 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 11 18 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Services Performed...

Page 429: ...seen through the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth characte...

Page 430: ...onditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 17 1 L 18 1 qt Engine Oil with Filter 5 7 L 6 0 qt Fue...

Page 431: ...plate 3 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 Technical Data 12 3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 6 2LV8 F Automatic 1 02 mm 0...

Page 432: ...plate 4 1 GMC Yukon Denali Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual 2012 CRC 2nd Edition 11 9 11 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing If the vehicle is a hybrid see the hybrid supplement for more inform...

Page 433: ...13 17 Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 13 18 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 13 18 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 19 Event Data...

Page 434: ...ehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your righ...

Page 435: ...ement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe our impartial program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdicti...

Page 436: ...d please contact the general manager or your dealership owner to ask for their help If they are not able to resolve your case ask them to contact the right people at General Motors for support if need...

Page 437: ...xcept Puerto Rico and U S Virgin Islands General Motors de Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Av Ejercito Nacional 843 Col Granada C P 11520 Mexico D F 01 800 466 0801 Long Distance 011...

Page 438: ...Storage for online service and maintenance records GMC dealer locator for service nationwide Exclusive privileges and offers Recall notices for your specific vehicle OnStar and GM Cardmember Services...

Page 439: ...Text Telephone TTY 1 888 889 2438 For Canadian purchased vehicles call 1 800 268 6800 Service is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Calling for Assistance When calling Roadside Assistance have t...

Page 440: ...in good condition and properly inflated It is the owner s responsibility for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty Battery Jump Start Service to jump start a dead...

Page 441: ...enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program The services are available at no cost under the terms and conditions of the program The Roadside Assistance program is not part of or included in the cover...

Page 442: ...t dealer If you would like the vehicle moved to a different dealer you will be asked to cover the difference in cost at the time of the move If the vehicle cannot be received by the nearest GMC dealer...

Page 443: ...the vehicle has been repaired Roadside Assistance will provide bus or commercial airline one way service subject to availability for the person designated by you to collect your vehicle at the dealers...

Page 444: ...ituations that exceed the limits of the program some of which are listed previously in this section To contact Roadside Assistance by phone use the following numbers Mexico 01 800 466 0801 United Stat...

Page 445: ...of offering Courtesy Transportation Dealers may provide shuttle service to get you to your destination with minimal interruption of your daily schedule This includes one way or round trip shuttle serv...

Page 446: ...lity replacement parts Poorly performed collision repairs diminish the vehicle resale value and safety performance can be compromised in subsequent collisions Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision part...

Page 447: ...parts When purchasing insurance we recommend that you ensure that the vehicle will be repaired with GM original equipment collision parts If such insurance coverage is not available from your current...

Page 448: ...ive with the repair Depending on your policy limits your insurance company may initially value the repair using aftermarket parts Discuss this with the repair professional and insist on Genuine GM par...

Page 449: ...Credit Card Orders Only VISA MasterCard Discover visit Helm Inc at www helminc com Or write to Helm Incorporated Attention Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth MI 48170 Prices are subject to...

Page 450: ...you believe that the vehicle has a safety defect notify Transport Canada immediately and notify General Motors of Canada Limited Call Transport Canada at 1 800 333 0510 or write to Transport Canada Ro...

Page 451: ...that will assist in understanding how a vehicle s systems performed The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time typically 30 seconds or...

Page 452: ...a navigation system use of the system may result in the storage of destinations addresses telephone numbers and other trip information Refer to the navigation manual for information on stored data and...

Page 453: ...light is next to the OnStar buttons If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Push Q or call 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advi...

Page 454: ...critical assistance in emergency situations Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if the vehicle is equipped with these service...

Page 455: ...h OnStar ready then a tone 3 Say Goodbye Exits voice commands Get My Destination 1 Push X System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Get my destination System responds with miles to the destinatio...

Page 456: ...nds OnStar ready 2 Say Store System responds Please say the number you would like to store 3 Say the entire number without pausing System responds Please say the name tag 4 Pick a name tag System resp...

Page 457: ...sh Q and follow the prompts to speak to an Advisor as soon as possible after acquiring the vehicle The Advisor will update vehicle records and will explain the OnStar service offers and options availa...

Page 458: ...Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Services for People with Disabilities Advisors provide services to help subscribers with physical disabilities and medical condit...

Page 459: ...the OnStar system should still operate to call OnStar However OnStar could have difficulty identifying the exact location In emergency situations OnStar can use the last stored GPS location to send t...

Page 460: ...ipment on page 9 72 Added electrical equipment may interfere with the operation of the OnStar system and cause it to not operate Privacy The complete OnStar Privacy Statement may be found at www onsta...

Page 461: ...3 29 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 39 Passenger Status Indicator 5 17 Readiness Light 5 16 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 39 System Check 3 26 Alarm System Anti theft 2 13 All Wheel...

Page 462: ...amps 10 34 License Plate Lamps 10 35 Taillamps Turn Signal Stoplamps and Back up Lamps 10 34 Buying New Tires 10 59 C Calibration 5 6 California Fuel Requirements 9 51 Perchlorate Materials Requiremen...

Page 463: ...sistance 13 6 Offices 13 4 13 5 Text Telephone TTY Users 13 6 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information 13 16 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 13 3 D Damage Repair Collision 1...

Page 464: ...oolant 10 16 Coolant Temperature Gauge 5 14 Cooling System 10 16 Cooling System Messages 5 37 Drive Belt Routing 12 4 Exhaust 9 27 Fan 10 22 Heater 9 23 Oil Life System 10 10 Oil Messages 5 38 Oil Pre...

Page 465: ...ne Compartment Fuse Block 10 37 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 10 37 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 10 41 G Garage Door Opener 5 53 Programming 5 53 Gasoline Specifications 9 50 Gauges Engine Coolant Tempera...

Page 466: ...otainment 7 1 Instrument Cluster 5 11 Instrument Panel Storage Area 4 1 Introduction iii J Jump Starting 10 80 K Key and Lock Messages 5 39 Keyless Entry Remote RKE System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Labeling Tire...

Page 467: ...ng Light 5 24 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 3 50 Lumbar Adjustment 3 3 Front Seats 3 3 M Maintenance Records 11 15 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 12 Ma...

Page 468: ...ts 3 42 Online Owner Center 13 6 OnStar Additional Information 14 5 Connections 14 4 Diagnostics 14 5 Emergency 14 2 Navigation 14 2 Overview 14 1 Security 14 2 System In Brief 1 25 Operation Infotain...

Page 469: ...13 20 Radios AM FM Radio 7 6 CD DVD Player 7 13 Reception 7 11 Satellite 7 8 Reading Lamps 6 8 Rear Axle 10 28 Locking 9 38 Rear Climate Control System 8 7 Rear Seat Audio RSA System 7 37 Rear Seat E...

Page 470: ...lt 12 4 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 27 S Safety Belts 3 16 Care 3 25 Extender 3 25 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 3 17 Lap Belt 3 24 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 18 Reminders 5 16 Replacing after a C...

Page 471: ...k OFF Light 5 23 System 9 35 Start Assist Hills 9 35 Start Vehicle Remote 2 5 Starter Switch Check 10 29 Starting the Engine 9 22 Steering 9 4 Fluid Power 10 22 Heated Wheel 5 4 Wheel Adjustment 5 2 W...

Page 472: ...ology and Definitions 10 48 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 10 61 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 10 62 Wheel Replacement 10 63 When It Is Time for New Tires 10 58 Tow Haul Mode 9 31 Tow Haul Mode Light...

Page 473: ...iversal Remote System 5 53 Operation 5 58 Programming 5 53 Using This Manual iv V Vehicle Canadian Owners iii Control 9 3 Identification Number VIN 12 1 Load Limits 9 15 Messages 5 35 Personalization...

Page 474: ...tors 5 10 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 5 Washer Fluid 10 23 Messages 5 44 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 10 62 Different Size 10 60 Replacement 10 63 When It Is Time for New...

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