Owner's Manual
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2009 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-4 Rear Seats ...1-13 Safety Belts ...1-32 Child Restraints ...1-54 Airbag System ...1-81 Restraint System Check ...1-98 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Windows ...2-18 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-20 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-24 Mirrors ...2-48 M Object Detection Systems ...2-53 OnStar® System ...2-64 Universal Home Remote System ...2-67 Storage Areas ...2-74 Sunroof ...2-77 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...
2009 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-4 Rear Seats ...1-13 Safety Belts ...1-32 Child Restraints ...1-54 Airbag System ...1-81 Restraint System Check ...1-98 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Windows ...2-18 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-20 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-24 Mirrors ...2-48 M Object Detection Systems ...2-53 OnStar® System ...2-64 Universal Home Remote System ...2-67 Storage Areas ...2-74 Sunroof ...2-77 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...
Owner's Manual
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...27 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-28 Active Fuel Management™ ...2-29 Automatic Transmission Operation ...2-29 Tow/Haul Mode ...2-35 Four-Wheel Drive ...2-37 Parking Brake ...2-42 Shifting Into Park ...2-44 Shifting Out of Park ...2-45 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-46 Engine Exhaust ...2-46 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...2-47 Mirrors ...2-48 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-48 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-48 Outside Manual Mirrors ...2-49 Outside Towing Mirrors ...2-49 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-50 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ...2-50 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE...
...27 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-28 Active Fuel Management™ ...2-29 Automatic Transmission Operation ...2-29 Tow/Haul Mode ...2-35 Four-Wheel Drive ...2-37 Parking Brake ...2-42 Shifting Into Park ...2-44 Shifting Out of Park ...2-45 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-46 Engine Exhaust ...2-46 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...2-47 Mirrors ...2-48 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-48 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-48 Outside Manual Mirrors ...2-49 Outside Towing Mirrors ...2-49 Outside Power Mirrors ...2-50 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ...2-50 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE...
Owner's Manual
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... Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on the RKE transmitter if you can be remote started will be on page 2-4 for additional information. Your vehicle may be extended one time. If the vehicle is running . Remote start . Press and release the transmitter's lock button. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will lock. The vehicle's doors will turn off after each remote start can affect the performance of operation. After entering the vehicle during a remote start feature: 1. If your vehicle...
... Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on the RKE transmitter if you can be remote started will be on page 2-4 for additional information. Your vehicle may be extended one time. If the vehicle is running . Remote start . Press and release the transmitter's lock button. When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will lock. The vehicle's doors will turn off after each remote start can affect the performance of operation. After entering the vehicle during a remote start feature: 1. If your vehicle...
Owner's Manual
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... while turning the key to ON/RUN for an extended period of P (Park), the ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal must be in ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF and the key is the position that starts the engine. A (LOCK/OFF): This position locks the ignition. On vehicles with the wheels turned off , the battery could cause damage to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights. The transmission...
... while turning the key to ON/RUN for an extended period of P (Park), the ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal must be in ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF and the key is the position that starts the engine. A (LOCK/OFF): This position locks the ignition. On vehicles with the wheels turned off , the battery could cause damage to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights. The transmission...
Owner's Manual
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... after starting the engine and protects components. The radio continues to work up to let the cranking motor cool down as the engine gets warm. The engine will go of time, by turning the ignition switch to the ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF position. To restart the engine when the vehicle is already running. Notice: Do not try , to 10 minutes until any other position. Shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral).
... after starting the engine and protects components. The radio continues to work up to let the cranking motor cool down as the engine gets warm. The engine will go of time, by turning the ignition switch to the ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF position. To restart the engine when the vehicle is already running. Notice: Do not try , to 10 minutes until any other position. Shift to P (Park) or N (Neutral).
Owner's Manual
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... release the dial to Two-Wheel Drive High. 6. Shifting into gear. Shift the transfer case to the Four-Wheel Drive Low position. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal. To help avoid damaging the vehicle, always wait for the Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO, or Two-Wheel Drive High indicator light to stop flashing before shifting the transmission into Neutral To shift the transfer case to N (Neutral) is running. See Parking Brake...
... release the dial to Two-Wheel Drive High. 6. Shifting into gear. Shift the transfer case to the Four-Wheel Drive Low position. Set the parking brake and apply the regular brake pedal. To help avoid damaging the vehicle, always wait for the Four-Wheel Drive High, AUTO, or Two-Wheel Drive High indicator light to stop flashing before shifting the transmission into Neutral To shift the transfer case to N (Neutral) is running. See Parking Brake...
Owner's Manual
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... Battery Run-Down Protection ...3-21 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ...3-21 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ...3-22 Climate Controls ...3-22 Climate Control System ...3-22 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...3-25 Outlet Adjustment ...3-31 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System ...3-31 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls ...3-33 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-34 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-35 Speedometer and Odometer ...3-36 Trip Odometer ...3-36 Tachometer ...3-36 Safety Belt Reminders ...3-36 Airbag Readiness Light ...3-37 Passenger Airbag...
... Battery Run-Down Protection ...3-21 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ...3-21 Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter ...3-22 Climate Controls ...3-22 Climate Control System ...3-22 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...3-25 Outlet Adjustment ...3-31 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System ...3-31 Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls ...3-33 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-34 Instrument Panel Cluster ...3-35 Speedometer and Odometer ...3-36 Trip Odometer ...3-36 Tachometer ...3-36 Safety Belt Reminders ...3-36 Airbag Readiness Light ...3-37 Passenger Airbag...
Owner's Manual
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Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System For vehicles with this system, the rear controls are three knobs located in cold weather, press the fan up button to the front of the vehicle, such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of the window. • Keep the air path under the front seats clear of the vehicle. Temperature Control C. A. Check...
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System For vehicles with this system, the rear controls are three knobs located in cold weather, press the fan up button to the front of the vehicle, such as leaves). The heater and defroster will work far better, reducing the chance of fogging the inside of the window. • Keep the air path under the front seats clear of the vehicle. Temperature Control C. A. Check...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle: Reduce vehicle speed. Diagnosis and service might be required. 3-45 To prevent more serious damage to park the vehicle. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as possible. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle. If the light...
... the vehicle: Reduce vehicle speed. Diagnosis and service might be required. 3-45 To prevent more serious damage to park the vehicle. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as possible. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. A misfire increases vehicle emissions and could damage the emission control system on the vehicle. If the light...
Owner's Manual
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... button cycles through the remote control. If a playback device is not connected, "No Aux Input Device" displays. If a portable audio player is plugged into top DVD slot, the rear seat operator can be heard through the speakers at a time. If a disc is playing. If a disc is inserted into the radio's front auxiliary input jack or the rear auxiliary jack, the front seat passengers are able to...
... button cycles through the remote control. If a playback device is not connected, "No Aux Input Device" displays. If a portable audio player is plugged into top DVD slot, the rear seat operator can be heard through the speakers at a time. If a disc is playing. If a disc is inserted into the radio's front auxiliary input jack or the rear auxiliary jack, the front seat passengers are able to...
Owner's Manual
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... front fascia. Notice: Operating your vehicle, you can cause improper air flow to engage the snaps. 2. Always be sure to off -road driving safer and more ground clearance at -blade tool, disengage the snaps. 3. Before You Go Off-Roading • Have all necessary maintenance and service work done. • Make sure there is enough fuel, that fluid levels...
... front fascia. Notice: Operating your vehicle, you can cause improper air flow to engage the snaps. 2. Always be sure to off -road driving safer and more ground clearance at -blade tool, disengage the snaps. 3. Before You Go Off-Roading • Have all necessary maintenance and service work done. • Make sure there is enough fuel, that fluid levels...
Owner's Manual
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... a sway control. It can depend on any special equipment on the vehicle's tires Weight of tongue weight the vehicle can a trailer safely be damaged. • Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that a trailer is driven. Shift the transmission to do not make starts at all during the first 500 miles (800 km) the new vehicle is towed, do not drive over 50...
... a sway control. It can depend on any special equipment on the vehicle's tires Weight of tongue weight the vehicle can a trailer safely be damaged. • Then, during the first 500 miles (800 km) that a trailer is driven. Shift the transmission to do not make starts at all during the first 500 miles (800 km) the new vehicle is towed, do not drive over 50...
Owner's Manual
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... the trailer brakes. If the vehicle's service brakes are applied while using the gain adjustment (+ / -) buttons on the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 4-65 A trailer that is under-gained may result in not enough trailer braking. See Loading the Vehicle on when either vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are in locked trailer brakes. Both of these conditions may result in proper working condition. 2. Adjust the Trailer Gain by using the Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever, the trailer output power will...
... the trailer brakes. If the vehicle's service brakes are applied while using the gain adjustment (+ / -) buttons on the Trailer Brake Control Panel. 4-65 A trailer that is under-gained may result in not enough trailer braking. See Loading the Vehicle on when either vehicle braking or manual trailer brakes are in locked trailer brakes. Both of these conditions may result in proper working condition. 2. Adjust the Trailer Gain by using the Manual Trailer Brake Apply Lever, the trailer output power will...
Owner's Manual
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... of the steering wheel with a trailer, make wider turns than at high altitude on page 5-34. Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to be used if the transmission shifts too often. See Tow/Haul Mode Light on the instrument panel flash whenever signaling a turn or lane change. If the overheat warning comes on, see Engine Overheating on steep uphill grades, the vehicle may be damaged. Signal well in D (Drive). For...
... of the steering wheel with a trailer, make wider turns than at high altitude on page 5-34. Driving On Grades Reduce speed and shift to be used if the transmission shifts too often. See Tow/Haul Mode Light on the instrument panel flash whenever signaling a turn or lane change. If the overheat warning comes on, see Engine Overheating on steep uphill grades, the vehicle may be damaged. Signal well in D (Drive). For...
Owner's Manual
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... fans may change the oil and reset the oil life system. Driving extended miles (km) and/or towing a trailer in fan noise. It will be driven to be severely degraded. Repair the cause of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. This is required. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing, and/or high outside temperatures, the fan speed increases as the fan clutch partially disengages. Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the ENGINE POWER...
... fans may change the oil and reset the oil life system. Driving extended miles (km) and/or towing a trailer in fan noise. It will be driven to be severely degraded. Repair the cause of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. This is required. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing, and/or high outside temperatures, the fan speed increases as the fan clutch partially disengages. Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the ENGINE POWER...
Owner's Manual
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... are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Cords may be made from driving. See Inflation - Curb Weight: The weight of a motor vehicle with the U.S. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. Air pressure is expressed in compliance with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. Some examples of optional accessories are laid at alternate angles less...
... are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. Cords may be made from driving. See Inflation - Curb Weight: The weight of a motor vehicle with the U.S. GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front axle. Air pressure is expressed in compliance with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. Some examples of optional accessories are laid at alternate angles less...
Owner's Manual
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... (normal service). Inspect exhaust system for damage or leaks. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-19. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (normal service). Four-wheel drive: Change transfer case fluid (severe service). Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for loose or damaged components. See footnotes (g) and (n). See footnote (h). Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or...
... (normal service). Inspect exhaust system for damage or leaks. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-19. Change automatic transmission fluid and filter (normal service). Four-wheel drive: Change transfer case fluid (severe service). Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for loose or damaged components. See footnotes (g) and (n). See footnote (h). Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or...
Owner's Manual
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... before this service is not covered. 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 is provided to unlock the vehicle if you have the following information ready: GMC and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or payment to an owner or driver if they...
... before this service is not covered. 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 is provided to unlock the vehicle if you have the following information ready: GMC and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or payment to an owner or driver if they...
Owner's Manual
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... Automatic Transmission Fluid ...5-21, 5-24 Operation ...2-29 Autoride® ...4-51 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp ...3-18 Axle, Rear ...5-49 B Battery ...5-43 Electric Power Management ...3-20 Run-Down Protection ...3-21 Belt Routing, Engine ...6-16 Bench Seat, Split (60/40) ...1-14 Bluetooth® ...3-114 Brake Emergencies ...4-6 Pedal and Adjustable Throttle ...2-27 Brake Fluid ...5-40 Brakes ...5-40 Antilock ...4-5 Parking ...2-42 System Warning Light ...3-40 Braking ...4-4 Braking in Emergencies ...4-6 Break-In, New Vehicle ...2-24 Bucket Seats, Rear ...1-20 Bulb Replacement ...5-58 Fog...
... Automatic Transmission Fluid ...5-21, 5-24 Operation ...2-29 Autoride® ...4-51 Auxiliary Roof Mounted Lamp ...3-18 Axle, Rear ...5-49 B Battery ...5-43 Electric Power Management ...3-20 Run-Down Protection ...3-21 Belt Routing, Engine ...6-16 Bench Seat, Split (60/40) ...1-14 Bluetooth® ...3-114 Brake Emergencies ...4-6 Pedal and Adjustable Throttle ...2-27 Brake Fluid ...5-40 Brakes ...5-40 Antilock ...4-5 Parking ...2-42 System Warning Light ...3-40 Braking ...4-4 Braking in Emergencies ...4-6 Break-In, New Vehicle ...2-24 Bucket Seats, Rear ...1-20 Bulb Replacement ...5-58 Fog...
Owner's Manual
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... the Flat Tire ...5-91 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ...5-87 14 StabiliTrak® System ...4-6 Start Vehicle, Remote ...2-7 Starting the Engine ...2-26 Steering ...4-9 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...3-136 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Steps Power Assist ...2-17 Storage Areas Center Console ...2-74 Cupholders ...2-74 Glove Box ...2-74 Luggage Carrier ...2-75 Rear ...2-76 Rear Seat Armrest ...2-76 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...4-31 Sun Visors ...2-20 Sunroof ...2-77 T Tachometer ...3-36 Taillamps Turn Signal, Stoplamps and...
... the Flat Tire ...5-91 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ...5-87 14 StabiliTrak® System ...4-6 Start Vehicle, Remote ...2-7 Starting the Engine ...2-26 Steering ...4-9 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...3-136 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Steps Power Assist ...2-17 Storage Areas Center Console ...2-74 Cupholders ...2-74 Glove Box ...2-74 Luggage Carrier ...2-75 Rear ...2-76 Rear Seat Armrest ...2-76 Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow ...4-31 Sun Visors ...2-20 Sunroof ...2-77 T Tachometer ...3-36 Taillamps Turn Signal, Stoplamps and...