Table Of Contents - GMC 2011 Yukon Denali Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Contents1
Danger, Warnings And Cautions4
Symbols4
Vehicle Symbol Chart5
In Brief7
Table Of Contents7
Instrument Panel8
Initial Drive Information9
Remote Keyless Entry System10
Remote Vehicle Start10
Starting The Vehicle10
Door Locks11
Canceling A Remote Start11
Power Door Locks11
Power Liftgate11
Windows12
Liftglass12
Seat Adjustment13
Lumbar Adjustment13
Reclining Seatbacks13
Memory Features14
Storing Memory Positions14
Easy Exit Positions14
Second Row Seats15
Third Row Seats15
Heated And Ventilated Seats15
Front/Rear Seats15
Head Restraint Adjustment16
Safety Belts16
Sensing System For Passenger Airbag16
Mirror Adjustment17
Exterior Mirrors17
Power Foldaway Mirrors17
Interior Mirror17
Steering Wheel Adjustment18
Throttle And Brake Pedal Adjustment18
Interior Lighting18
Dome Lamps18
Exterior Lighting19
Reading Lamps19
Windshield Wiper/Washer20
Rear Wiper Window Wiper/Washer20
Climate Controls21
Transmission21
Range Selection Mode21
Vehicle Features22
Radio22
Storing Radio Stations23
Setting The Clock23
Satellite Radio24
Portable Audio Devices24
Bluetooth ®24
Steering Wheel Controls25
Cruise Control25
Navigation System26
Side Blind Zone Alert26
Alert (Sbza)26
Rear Vision Camera27
Ultrasonic Parking Assist27
Power Outlets27
Camera (Rvc)27
Universal Remote System28
Sunroof28
Performance And Maintenance29
Tire Pressure Monitor29
Engine Oil Life System29
Stabilitrak ® System29
Driving For Better Fuel Economy30
Resetting The Oil Life System30
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)30
Program31
How Onstar Service Works32
Automatic Crash Response32
Onstar Steering Wheel Controls34
Keys, Doors And Windows35
Keys And Locks36
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation37
Programming Transmitters To The Vehicle38
Battery Replacement39
To Replace The Battery39
Remote Start Ready41
To Cancel A Remote Start41
Delayed Locking42
Automatic Door Locks43
Lockout Protection43
Safety Locks43
Doors44
Liftgate (Manual)44
Liftgate (Power)45
Power Liftgate Operation45
Obstacle Detection Features47
Manual Operation Of Power Liftgate47
Power Assist Steps48
Vehicle Security48
Anti-Theft Alarm System48
Testing The Alarm49
Immobilizer49
Immobilizer Operation50
Convex Mirrors51
Power Mirrors51
Automatic Dimming52
Turn Signal Indicator52
Heated Mirrors52
Park Tilt Mirrors52
Interior Mirrors53
Manual Rearview Mirror53
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror53
Cleaning The Mirror53
Power Windows54
Express Down Windows55
Sun Visors55
Window Lockout55
Roof56
Seats And Restraints59
Head Restraints60
Front Seats61
Power Seat Adjustment61
Memory Remote Recall62
Power Lumbar64
Power Reclining Seatbacks64
Heated And Ventilated Front Seats65
Heated Rear Seats66
Manual Fold And Tumble Feature67
Folding And Tumbling The Seat67
Automatic Seat Release Fold And Tumble Feature70
Returning The Seat To The Sitting Position71
How To Wear Safety Belts Properly84
Questions And Answers About Safety Belts84
Lap-Shoulder Belt90
Free-Falling Latch Plate90
Cinching Latch Plate90
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster92
Safety Belt Pretensioners93
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides93
Third Row94
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy95
Lap Belt96
Safety Belt Extender96
Safety System Check97
Safety Belt Care97
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After A Crash97
Airbag System98
Where Are The Airbags?100
When Should An Airbag Inflate?102
What Makes An Airbag Inflate?103
How Does An Airbag Restrain?104
What Will Your See After An Airbag Inflates?104
Passenger Sensing System106
If The On Indicator Is Lit For A Child Restraint108
If The Off Indicator Is Lit For An Adult-Size Occupant109
Additional Factors Affecting System Operation110
Servicing The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle111
Airbag System Check112
Replacing Airbag System Parts After A Crash113
Child Restraints113
Older Children113
Infants And Young Children116
Child Restraint Systems119
Securing An Add-On Child Restraint In The Vehicle120
Where To Put The Restraint121
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children122
Lower Anchors123
Top Tether Anchor123
Lower Anchor And Top Tether Anchor Locations124
Securing A Child Restraint Designed For The Latch System127
Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash130
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat Position)130
Securing Child Restraints134
Storage Compartments139
Instrument Panel Storage139
Glove Box139
Cupholders139
Rear Storage140
Center Console Storage140
Additional Storage Features140
Cargo Cover140
Roof Rack System141
Cargo Tie Downs141
Convenience Net141
Instruments And Controls143
Heated Steering Wheel147
Horn147
Rear Window Wiper/Washer148
Compass148
Compass Zone148
Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure149
Compass Calibration150
Compass Calibration Procedure150
Clock151
Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternative Current152
Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators153
Instrument Cluster154
Speedometer155
Trip Odometer155
Tachometer155
Fuel Gauge156
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge157
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge158
Voltmeter Gauge159
Safety Belt Reminders160
Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light160
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light160
Airbag Readiness Light161
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator162
Charging System Light163
Malfunction Indicator Lamp164
Light Flashing165
Light On Steady165
Emissions Inspection And Maintenance Programs166
Brake System Warning Light166
Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light167
Tow/Haul Mode Light168
Stabilitrak ® Indicator Light168
Tire Pressure Light169
Engine Oil Pressure Light170
Low Fuel Warning Light170
Security Light171
High-Beam On Light171
Front Fog Lamp Light171
Cruise Control Light171
Driver Information Center (Dic)172
Information Displays Driver Information172
Trip/Fuel Menu Items173
Fuel Range174
Average Economy174
Fuel Used174
Timer174
Transmission Temperature175
Instantaneous Economy And Active Fuel Management Indicator175
An Active Fuel Management175
Blank Display175
Units176
Tire Pressure176
Trailer Gain And Output177
Engine Hours177
Compass Zone Setting177
Compass Recalibration177
Language178
Oil Life180
Relearn Tire Positions180
Vehicle Messages181
Battery Voltage And Charging181
Brake System Messages181
Battery Low Start Vehicle181
Door Ajar Messages182
Service Brakes Soon182
Hood Open182
Left Rear Door Open182
Engine Cooling System Messages183
Rear Access Open183
Right Rear Door Open183
Engine Overheated Idle Engine183
Engine Oil Messages184
Engine Overheated Stop Engine184
Change Engine Oil Soon184
Engine Oil Hot Idle Engine184
Engine Power Messages185
Fuel System Messages185
Key And Lock Messages185
Engine Power Is Reduced185
Lamp Messages185
Object Detection System Messages186
Park Assist Off186
Service Park Assist186
Side Blind Zone Alert System Off186
Ride Control System Messages187
Service Stabilitrak187
Service Suspension System187
Service Traction Control187
Airbag System Messages188
Anti-Theft Alarm System Messages188
Traction Control Off188
Service Air Bag188
Tire Messages189
Tire Learning Active189
Tire Low Add Air To Tire189
Transmission Messages190
Vehicle Reminder Messages190
Transmission Hot Idle Engine190
Check Trailer Wiring190
Vehicle Personalization191
Washer Fluid Messages191
Washer Fluid Low Add Fluid191
Entering The Feature Settings Menu191
Feature Settings Menu Items192
Display In English192
Display Language192
Auto Door Lock192
Auto Door Unlock193
Remote Door Lock193
Remote Door Unlock194
Lights Off194
Lights On194
Delay Door Lock194
Exit Lighting195
Approach Lighting195
Chime Volume196
Easy Exit Recall196
Easy Exit Setup197
Memory Seat Recall198
Remote Start198
Factory Settings199
Exit Feature Settings199
Exiting The Feature Settings Menu199
Universal Remote System Programming200
Example Of Eight Dip Switches With Two Positions203
Example Of Eight Dip Switches With Three Positions203
Universal Remote System Operation205
Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons205
Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons205
Exterior Lamp Controls207
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder208
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer209
Flash-To-Pass209
Daytime Running Lamps209
Automatic Headlamp System210
Hazard Warning Flashers211
Turn And Lane-Change Signals211
Turn Signal On Chime211
Fog Lamps212
Instrument Panel Illumination Control212
Lighting Features213
Entry Lighting213
Dome Lamp Override213
Battery Load Management214
Battery Power Protection214
Infotainment System215
Navigation/Radio System216
Theft-Deterrent Feature217
Radios With Cd And Dvd218
Using The Radio219
Setting The Tone219
Noise Compensation Technology219
Digital Signal Processing220
Normal220
Surround220
Adjusting The Speakers221
Radio Messages221
Am-Fm Radio222
Radio Data System222
Finding A Station222
Storing A Radio Station As A Favorite223
Finding A Channel224
Finding A Category Station224
Storing Xm Channels225
Adding And Removing Categories225
Storing An Xm Channel As A Favorite225
Xm Radio Messages226
Radio Reception227
Am227
Fm Stereo227
Xm Satellite Radio Service227
Rear Side Window Antenna228
Satellite Radio Antenna228
Audio Players228
Cd Player228
Care Of Cds229
Inserting A Cd229
Ejecting A Cd229
Playing A Cd229
Mp3 Supported Files230
Format230
Compressed Audio Or Mixed Mode Discs231
Root Directory231
Empty Folder231
Order Of Play231
File System And Naming232
Preprogrammed Playlists232
Playing An Mp3232
Cd Player Messages234
Cd/Dvd Player235
Care Of The Cd And Dvd Player235
Audio Output236
Inserting A Disc236
Ejecting A Disc236
Mp3 And Wma Supported Files239
Audio/Video Jacks254
How To Change The Rse Video Screen Settings255
Video Screen256
Remote Control256
Remote Control Buttons257
Tips And Troubleshooting Chart260
Dvd Display Error Messages261
Dvd Distortion261
Cleaning The Rse Overhead Console261
Rear Seat Audio System262
Cleaning The Video Screen262
Phone263
Voice Recognition264
Bluetooth Controls264
Pairing264
Pairing A Phone265
Deleting A Paired Phone265
Storing And Deleting Phone Numbers266
Connecting To A Different Phone266
Using The Store Command266
Using The Digit Store Command266
Making A Call267
Listing Stored Numbers267
Call Waiting268
Using The Digit Dial Command268
Receiving A Call268
Three-Way Calling269
Ending A Call269
Muting A Call269
Transferring A Call269
Voice Pass-Thru270
Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Tones270
Clearing The System270
Dual Automatic Climate Control System271
Automatic Operation272
Driver And Passenger Side Temperature Control272
Sensors276
Rear Climate Control System277
Mimic Mode277
Independent Mode277
Air Vents278
Driving And Operating279
Driving Information280
Defensive Driving280
Drunk Driving280
Control Of A Vehicle281
Braking282
Power Steering282
Steering Tips283
Steering In Emergencies283
Off-Road Recovery284
Loss Of Control284
Skidding284
Off-Road Driving285
Before You Go Off-Roading286
Loading Your Vehicle For Off-Road Driving286
Environmental Concerns287
Traveling To Remote Areas288
Getting Familiar With Off-Road Driving288
Scanning The Terrain288
Driving On Hills289
Approaching A Hill290
Driving Uphill290
Driving Downhill292
Driving Across An Incline293
Stalling On An Incline294
Driving In Mud, Sand, Snow, Or Ice294
Driving In Water295
After Off-Road Driving295
Driving On Wet Roads296
Hydroplaning296
Highway Hypnosis296
Hill And Mountain Roads297
Winter Driving298
Driving On Snow Or Ice298
Blizzard Conditions298
If The Vehicle Is Stuck300
Rocking Your Vehicle To Get It Out300
Recovery Hooks300
Vehicle Load Limits301
Tire And Loading Information Label302
Certification/Tire Label305
Starting And Operating306
New Vehicle Break-In306
Using Heavier Suspension306
Adjustable Throttle And Brake307
Ignition Positions308
Starting The Engine310
Starting Procedure310
Engine Heater312
To Use The Engine Coolant Heater312
Retained Accessory Power (Rap)313
Shifting Into Park313
Shifting Out Of Park314
Torque Lock314
Leaving The Vehicle With The Engine Running314
Parking Over Things That Burn315
Active Fuel Management315
Engine Exhaust316
Running The Vehicle While316
Automatic Transmission317
Manual Mode320
Tow/Haul Mode320
Grade Braking321
Cruise Grade Braking321
Drive Systems322
All-Wheel Drive322
Antilock Brake System (Abs)322
Parking Brake323
Using Abs323
Braking In Emergencies323
Brake Assist324
Ride Control Systems Stabilitrak System324
Traction Control Operation326
Locking Rear Axle327
Continuous Damping Control (Cdc)327
Automatic Level Control327
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control329
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control330
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control330
Using Cruise Control On Hills330
Ending Cruise Control330
Object Detection Systems331
When The System Does Not Seem To Work Properly332
Side Blind Zone Alert (Sbza)333
Sbza Detection Zones333
Sbza Error Messages335
Rear Vision Camera (Rvc)336
Vehicles Without Navigation System336
Vehicles With Navigation System337
Adjusting The Brightness And Contrast Of The Screen338
Rear Vision Camera Error Messages339
Rear Vision Camera Location339
Recommended Fuel341
Gasoline Specifications342
California Fuel Requirements342
Fuels In Foreign Countries342
Fuel Additives342
Filling The Tank344
Filling A Portable Fuel347
General Towing347
Container347
Information347
Towing Tips347
Driving Characteristics And Towing Tips348
Pulling A Trailer348
Driving With A Trailer348
Following Distance349
Passing349
Backing Up349
Making Turns350
Driving On Grades350
Parking On Hills351
Maintenance When Trailer Towing351
Leaving After Parking On A Hill351
Trailer Towing352
Weight Of The Trailer352
Weight Of The Trailer Tongue353
Total Weight On The Vehicle's Tires354
Weight Of The Trailering Combination354
Towing Equipment355
Hitches355
Weight Distributing Hitch Adjustment355
Safety Chains355
Trailer Brakes356
Trailer Wiring Harness356
Electric Brake Control Wiring Provisions357
Integrated Trailer Brake Control System358
Trailer Brake Control Panel359
Trailer Brake Dic Display Page360
Trailer Gain360
Trailer Output360
Manual Trailer Brake Apply361
Trailer Gain Adjustment Procedure361
Other Itbc Related Dic Messages363
Trailer Connected363
Conversions And Add-Ons364
Add-On Electrical Equipment364
Vehicle Care365
California Proposition 65 Warning367
Perchlorate Materials Requirements367
Accessories And Modifications367
Vehcle Checks368
Hood369
Engine Compartment Overview370
Engine Oil372
Checking Engine Oil372
When To Add Engine Oil372
Selecting The Right Engine Oil373
Viscosity Grade374
Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes374
What To Do Used Oil375
When To Change Engine Oil375
Automatic Transmission Fluid376
How To Reset The Engine Oil Life System376
When To Check And Change Automatic Transmission Fluid376
How To Check Automatic Transmission Fluid377
Cold Check Procedure378
Hot Check Procedure379
Consistency Of Readings380
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter380
How To Inspect The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter380
Replacing The Engine Air Cleaner/Filter381
Cooling System382
Engine Coolant382
Checking Coolant384
How To Add Coolant To The Surge Tank384
Engine Overheating386
If Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment387
If No Steam Is Coming From The Engine Compartment387
Overheated Engine Protection388
Operating Mode388
Engine Fan389
Power Steering Fluid389
When To Check Power Steering Fluid389
How To Check Power Steering Fluid390
Washer Fluid390
Adding Washer Fluid390
Brakes391
Brake Pedal Travel391
Brake Fluid392
Brake Adjustment392
Replacing Brake System Parts392
Checking Brake Fluid393
Battery394
Vehicle Storage394
Transfer Case394
When To Check Lubricant394
Front Axle395
When To Check And Change Lubricant395
How To Check Lubricant395
Rear Axle396
Starter Switch Check398
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control398
Ignition Transmission Lock Check399
Park Brake And P Mechanism Check399
Wiper Blade Replacement400
Front Wiper Blade Replacement400
Rear Wiper Blade Replacement400
Headlamp Aiming401
Glass Replacement401
Bulb Replacement403
Halogen Bulbs403
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, And Back-Up Lamps404
License Plate Lamp405
Replacement Bulbs405
Electrical System406
Headlamp Wiring406
Windshield Wipers406
Fuses And Circuit Breakers407
Engine Compartment Fuse Block407
Instrument Panel Fuse Block412
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block414
Top View414
Wheels And Tires415
29-Inch Tires416
Tire Sidewall Labeling416
Tire Designations418
Tire Terminology And Definitions419
Tire Pressure For High-Speed Operation423
Tire Pressure Monitor System424
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation425
Tpms Malfunction Light And Message426
Tpms Sensor Matching Process427
Tire Inspection429
Tire Rotation429
When It Is Time For New Tires430
Buying New Tires432
Different Size Tires And Wheels434
Uniform Tire Quality Grading434
Treadwear435
Traction435
Wheel Alignment And Tire Balance436
Temperature436
Wheel Replacement437
Used Replacement Wheels437
Tire Chains438
If A Tire Goes Flat438
Tire Changing441
Removing The Spare Tire And Tools441
Removing The Flat Tire And Installing The Spare Tire444
Jacking Locations445
Front Position445
Rear Position446
Storing A Flat Or Spare Tire And Tools448
Secondary Latch System452
Full-Size Spare Tire454
Jump Starting455
Jumper Cable Removal459
Towing The Vehicle460
Recreational Vehicle Towing460
Dinght And Dolly Towing461
Appearance Care464
Exterior Care464
Weatherstrips464
Washing The Vehicle464
Finish Care465
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts465
Windshield, Backglass, And Wiper Blades466
Aluminum Wheels466
Tires467
Sheet Metal Damage467
Finish Damage467
Underbody Maintenance467
Intereior Care468
Fabric/Carpet469
Leather470
Instrument Panel, Vinyl And Other Plastic Surfaces470
Wood Panels470
Speaker Covers471
Care Of Safety Belts471
Floor Mats471
Service And Maintenance473
Scheduled Maintenance474
Rotation Of New Tires474
Every Engine Oil Change475
Recommended Fluids And Lubricants479
Maintenance Replacement Parts481
Technical Data485
Vehicle Identification Number485
Engine Identification485
Vehicle Data486
Capacities And Specifications486
Customer Information489
Collission Parts501
Repair Facility501
Reporting Safety Defects504
Radio Frequency Identification508
Radio Frequency Statement508
Index509