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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR
2021 YUKON/XL &
YUKON/XL DENALI
gmc.com
Review this Quick Reference Guide for an overview of some important features in your GMC
Yukon/XL or Yukon/XL Denali. Some optional equipment described in this guide may not
be included in your vehicle. More information can be found in your Owner's Manual and at
my.gmc.com. For easy reference, keep this guide with your Owner's Manual in your glove box.
Certain restrictions, precautions, and safety procedures apply to your vehicle.
Please read your Owner's Manual for complete instructions.
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  • Page 1 YUKON/XL DENALI gmc.com Review this Quick Reference Guide for an overview of some important features in your GMC Yukon/XL or Yukon/XL Denali. Some optional equipment described in this guide may not be included in your vehicle. More information can be found in your Owner’s Manual and at my.gmc.com.
  • Page 2: Instrument Panel

    INSTRUMENT PANEL Cruise Control/Adaptive Traction Control-StabiliTrak Off/ Electronic Cruise Control /Forward Turn Signal/ Park Assist/Auto Engine Stop-Start Driver Information Parking Collision Alert/ Windshield Disable/Power Outlet Enable/ Head-Up Center Controls/ Brake Heated Steering Wipers/ Lane Keep Assist /Hill Descent Display Voice Recognition Switch Wheel Buttons...
  • Page 3 Hazard Electronic Warning Precision Shift Infotainment Infotainment Flashers Transmission System Touch System Button Controls Screen Controls Climate Driver’s USB Ports/ Rear Climate Passenger’s Climate Control Sync Control Heated/ Accessory Climate Control Fan Heated/ Settings (Synchronize Automatic Ventilated Power Outlet/ Controls Speed/ Ventilated passenger’s settings...
  • Page 4: Keyless Access System

    REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY TRANSMITTER (KEY FOB) Lock Rear Liftglass Press to lock all Press twice to open the rear liftglass. doors and liftgate. Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm Unlock Press and release to locate your vehicle. Press to unlock the Press and hold to activate the alarm. driver’s door or all Press again to cancel the alarm.
  • Page 5: Keyless (Pushbutton) Start

    KEYLESS (PUSHBUTTON) START The Remote Keyless Entry transmitter (key fob) must be in the vehicle to turn on the ignition. STARTING THE ENGINE With the vehicle in Park or Neutral, press the brake pedal and then press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to start the engine.
  • Page 6: Driver Information Center

    ELECTRONIC PRECISION SHIFT TRANSMISSION The Electronic Precision Shift transmission control switches are located on the center of the instru- ment panel. The selected gear position illuminates in red on the switch. Park – Press the P button to shift to Park. Reverse –...
  • Page 7: Vehicle Customization

    VEHICLE CUSTOMIZATION Some features can be turned on/off or customized using the Settings menus on the infotainment screen, including Remote Start, Power Liftgate , Auto Heated/ Ventilated Seats , Safety Alert Seat Mirror Folding , Wipers and others. 1. Select Settings on the Home page. 2.
  • Page 8: Rear Seats

    REAR SEATS 2ND-ROW SEAT ADJUSTMENTS To slide a 2nd-row seat, lift the front lever (A) on the side of the seat cushion. To recline a 2nd-row seatback, lift the rear lever (B) on the side of the seat cushion and push on the seatback.
  • Page 9 When the key fob is within 6 feet of the rear bumper, the GMC logo (D) is projected on the ground near the passenger’s side of the rear bumper, indicating the kicking motion location.
  • Page 10: Infotainment System

    Denali model shown The infotainment system uses a Bluetooth or USB connection to link to a smartphone or other compatible device and offers hands-free voice control. For assistance, call 1-855-4-SUPPORT (1-855-478-7767) or visit my.gmc.com/how-to-support. MANAGING HOME PAGE ICONS 1. Press the Home button.
  • Page 11 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, if active, or a mobile device hotspot. For more information, visit my.gmc.com/how-to-support. PERSONAL PROFILES The Users icon allows for customized settings for up to 4 different user profiles. With your profile, your key can be used to automatically identify you and your settings.
  • Page 12: Bluetooth® System

    With the vehicle’s available 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot, up to 7 devices (smartphones, tab- lets and laptops) can be connected to high-speed internet. For more information on use and system limitations, visit my.gmc.com/how-to-support. To retrieve the name and password for the hotspot, select the Wi-Fi Hotspot icon on the Home page or go to Settings >...
  • Page 13 REAR SEAT MEDIA SYSTEM The Rear Seat Media system includes 2 touch- screens, 2 USB-C ports, 2 HDMI ports, and 2 wireless infrared headphones. To power on the system and view the Home page, double tap anywhere on either screen. To power on the system and control the screen sources from the front seats, select the Rear Media icon on the Home page of...
  • Page 14: Dome Lamps

    OVERHEAD CONSOLE FEATURES Theft Deterrent Button Universal Remote System Dome Lamps Off Control for Doors Map Lights Power Liftgate Control Knob Driver-side 3rd-Row Folding Seat Control Passenger-side 3rd-Row Folding Seat Control Sunroof Slide Switch Sunroof Tilt Switch Sunroof Sunshade Switch Power Sliding Center Console Control...
  • Page 15: Driver Mode Control

    DRIVER MODE CONTROL /FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE DRIVER MODE CONTROL The Driver Mode Control settings automatically adjust various vehicle control systems based on driving preferences, weather and road condi- tions. The modes are displayed on the Driver Information Center. Rotate the Driver Mode Control knob (A) on the left side of the instrument panel to select a mode.
  • Page 16 AIR RIDE ADAPTIVE SUSPENSION The Air Ride Adaptive Suspension offers load- leveling and adjustable ride height capabilities. 1. Press the Ride Height button (A) to display the menu on the Driver Information Center. 2. Turn the knob (B) left or right to select a ride height in the menu.
  • Page 17: Driver Assistance Systems

    DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. The driver should remain attentive to traffic, surroundings and road conditions at all times. Read your Owner’s Manual for important feature limitations and information. To turn the following driver assistance systems on/off or to change the system settings, go to Settings >...
  • Page 18 DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS FRONT AND REAR PARK ASSIST – During low-speed parking maneuvers, the system provides “distance to closest object” information on the Driver Information Center and the Safety Alert Seat pulses or a beep sounds (if selected). When an object is very close, the Safety Alert Seat pulses or 5 beeps sound (if selected).
  • Page 19: Traction Control

    TRACTION CONTROL The Traction Control system limits wheelspin in difficult driving conditions. The system turns on automatically every time the vehicle is started. Turn off Traction Control if the vehicle is stuck and rocking the vehicle is required. Press the Traction Control button on the left side of the instrument panel to turn Traction Control off or on again.
  • Page 20: Roadside Assistance

    GMC OWNER CENTER Get to know your vehicle inside and out with the GMC Owner Center. Check out per- sonalized information including an online Owner’s Manual and helpful how-to videos, track your service history and warranty status, manage your OnStar and Connected Services vehicle plans, review your current Vehicle Diagnostics report (active service account required) and more.

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