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GMC 2008 Yukon XL Denali Owner's Manual (502 pages)

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Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

5
- Canadian Owners
  2
- Using this Manual
  3
- Vehicle Symbols
  4
- Table of Contents
  5
- Seats and Restraint Systems
  5
- Front Seats
  6
- Power Seats
  6
- Power Lumbar
  7
- Heated Seats
  8
- Power Reclining Seatbacks
  10
- Head Restraints
  12
- Second Row
  13
- Reclining Seatbacks
  20
- Third Row Seat
  27
- Safety Belts
  32
- Why Safety Belts Work
  33
- How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
  37
- Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
  48
- Lap Belt
  51
- Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
  51
- Safety Belt Extender
  52
- Child Restraints
  
  53
- Airbag System
  
  79
- Restraint System Check
  
  96
  - Checking the Restraint Systems
    96
  - Replacing Restraint System Parts after a Crash
    97
Section 2 Features and Controls

99
- Features and Controls
  99
- Keys
  
  101
  - Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
    102
  - Remote Vehicle Start
    106
- Doors and Locks
  
  108
  - Door Locks
    108
  - Remote Start Ready
    108
  - Power Door Locks
    109
  - Delayed Locking
    109
  - Programmable Automatic
    109
  - Door Locks
    109
  - Rear Door Security Locks
    110
  - Lockout Protection
    110
  - Liftgate/Liftglass
    111
  - Power Liftgate
    113
  - Power Running Boards
    116
- Windows
  
  117
  - Power Windows
    118
  - Sun Visors
    119
- Theft-Deterrent Systems
  
  119
  - Content Theft-Deterrent
    120
  - Testing the Alarm
    121
  - PASS-Key III+ Operation
    122
- Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
  
  123
  - New Vehicle Break-In
    123
  - Ignition Positions
    124
  - Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
    125
  - Starting the Engine
    125
  - Starting Procedure
    126
  - Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
    127
  - Engine Coolant Heater
    127
  - To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
    127
  - Automatic Transmission Operation
    128
  - Tow/Haul Mode
    132
  - Parking Brake
    133
  - Shifting into PARK (P)
    134
  - Leaving Your Vehicle with the Engine Running
    134
  - Shifting out of PARK (P)
    135
  - Torque Lock
    135
  - Parking over Things that Burn
    136
  - Engine Exhaust
    136
  - Running the Engine While Parked
    137
- Mirrors
  
  138
  - Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Onstar
    138
    
    Temperature Display
    138
    
    Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation
    138
    
    Temperature and Compass Display
    138
    
    Compass Variance
    139
    
    Compass Calibration
    140
  - Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
    140
    
    Curb View Assist
    141
    
    Heated Mirrors
    141
    
    Automatic Dimming
    141
- Object Detection Systems
  
  142
  - Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)
    142
  - How the System Works
    143
- Onstar System
  
  145
  - Onstar Services
    146
  - Onstar Virtual Advisor
    147
  - How Onstar Service Works
    147
  - Onstar Steering Wheel Controls
    147
- Universal Home Remote System
  
  148
  - Universal Home Remote System Operation
    149
- Storage Areas
  
  156
  - Glove Box
    156
  - Cupholder(S)
    156
  - Instrument Panel Storage
    157
  - Center Console Storage
    157
  - Luggage Carrier
    157
  - Rear Storage Area
    158
  - Convenience Net
    158
  - Cargo Cover
    159
- Sunroof
  
  160
Section 3 Instrument Panel

163
- Instrument Panel
  163
- Instrument Panel Overview
  
  166
  - Hazard Warning Flashers
    168
  - Other Warning Devices
    168
  - Horn
    168
  - Tilt Wheel
    169
  - Heated Steering Wheel
    169
  - Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
    170
  - Turn and Lane-Change Signals
    170
  - Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
    171
  - Flash-To-Pass
    171
  - Windshield Wipers
    172
  - Rainsense™ II Wipers
    172
  - Windshield Washer
    173
  - Rear Window Wiper/Washer
    174
  - Cruise Control
    175
  - Exterior Lamps
    178
  - Headlamps on Reminder
    179
  - Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
    179
  - Automatic Headlamp System
    180
  - Fog Lamps
    181
  - Instrument Panel Brightness
    181
  - Dome Lamps
    181
  - Dome Lamp Override
    182
  - Entry Lighting
    182
  - Exit Lighting
    182
    
    Front Reading Lamps
    182
    
    Electric Power Management
    182
    
    Battery Run-Down Protection
    183
    
    Accessory Power Outlet(S)
    183
    
    Ashtray(S) and Cigarette Lighter
    184
- Climate Controls
  
  185
  - Dual Automatic Climate Control System
    185
    
    Automatic Operation
    186
    
    Air Conditioning
    188
    
    Defogging and Defrosting
    190
    
    Rear Window Defogger
    190
  - Outlet Adjustment
    191
  - Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls
    191
  - Operation Tips
    191
- Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
  
  193
  - Instrument Panel Cluster
    194
  - Speedometer and Odometer
    195
  - Trip Odometer
    195
  - Tachometer
    195
  - Safety Belt Reminders
    195
    
    Safety Belt Reminder Light
    195
    
    Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
    196
  - Airbag Readiness Light
    196
  - Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
    197
  - Charging System Light
    199
  - Voltmeter Gage
    200
  - Brake System Warning Light
    201
  - Antilock Brake System Warning Light
    202
  - Stabilitrak ® Indicator Light
    202
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
    203
  - Tire Pressure Light
    203
  - Malfunction Indicator Lamp
    204
    
    If the Light Is Flashing
    205
    
    If the Light Is on Steady
    205
    
    Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
    206
  - Oil Pressure Gage
    207
  - Oil Pressure Light
    208
  - Security Light
    208
  - Fog Lamp Light
    209
  - Cruise Control Light
    209
  - Highbeam on Light
    209
  - Tow/Haul Mode Light
    209
  - Fuel Gage
    210
  - Low Fuel Warning Light
    210
- Driver Information Center (DIC)
  
  211
  - DIC Operation and Displays (Using DIC Buttons)
    211
    
    Tire Pressure
    215
  - DIC Operation and Displays
    216
  - (Using Trip Odometer Reset Stem)
    216
  - DIC Warnings and Messages
    218
    
    Check Tire Pressure
    218
    
    Engine Overheated Stop Engine
    220
    
    Fuel Level Low
    220
    
    Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
    221
    
    Rear Access Open
    221
    
    Service Brake System
    222
    
    Service Air Bag
    222
    
    Service Suspension System
    223
    
    Service Tire Monitor System
    223
    
    Turn Signal on
    225
  - DIC Vehicle Customization (with DIC Buttons)
    226
    
    Remote Door Lock
    228
    
    Remote Door Unlock
    229
    
    Approach Lighting
    230
    
    Park Tilt Mirrors
    231
    
    Remote Start
    233
    
    Factory Settings
    234
- Audio System(S)
  
  235
  - Setting the Clock
    236
  - Radio(S) (MP3)
    238
    
    Playing the Radio
    239
    
    Finding a Station
    240
    
    Radio Messages
    244
    
    Playing a DVD
    250
    
    DVD Radio Error Messages
    254
    
    Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
    254
  - Using an MP3
    256
  - Player)
    256
  - XM Radio Messages
    266
  - Navigation/Radio System
    267
  - Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System
    267
    
    Before You Drive
    268
    
    Audio Output
    271
    
    Video Screen
    271
    
    Remote Control
    272
    
    DVD Distortion
    276
    
    DVD Display Error Messages
    276
    
    Cleaning the Video Screen
    276
  - Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
    277
  - Theft-Deterrent Feature
    278
  - Audio Steering Wheel Controls
    279
  - Radio Reception
    280
  - Rear Side Window Antenna
    281
  - XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
    281
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

283
- Driving Your Vehicle
  283
- Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
  
  284
  - Defensive Driving
    284
  - Drunk Driving
    284
  - Control of a Vehicle
    285
  - Braking
    285
  - Antilock Brake System (ABS)
    286
    
    Using Abs
    287
  - Braking in Emergencies
    287
  - Locking Differential
    287
  - Stabilitrak System
    288
  - All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System
    290
  - Steering
    290
    
    Power Steering
    290
    
    Steering Tips
    291
    
    Steering in Emergencies
    292
  - Off-Road Recovery
    293
  - Passing
    293
  - Loss of Control
    294
  - Off-Road Driving
    295
    
    Environmental Concerns
    297
    
    Traveling to Remote Areas
    298
    
    Scanning the Terrain
    299
    
    Approaching a Hill
    301
    
    Driving Uphill
    301
    
    Driving Downhill
    303
    
    Driving Across an Incline
    304
    
    Stalling on an Incline
    305
    
    Driving in Water
    306
  - Driving at Night
    307
  - Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
    308
    
    Other Rainy Weather Tips
    309
  - Before Leaving on a Long Trip
    309
  - Highway Hypnosis
    309
  - Hill and Mountain Roads
    310
  - Winter Driving
    311
    
    Driving on Snow or Ice
    311
    
    If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
    312
  - If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow
    314
  - Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
    314
  - Recovery Hooks
    315
  - Loading Your Vehicle
    316
- Towing
  
  322
  - Towing Your Vehicle
    322
  - Recreational Vehicle Towing
    322
  - Level Control
    323
  - Autoride
    323
  - Towing a Trailer
    324
    
    If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
    325
    
    Weight of the Trailer
    327
    
    Weight of the Trailer Tongue
    327
    
    Safety Chains
    332
    
    Driving with a Trailer
    332
    
    Trailer Brakes
    332
    
    Following Distance
    333
    
    Making Turns
    334
    
    Driving on Grades
    334
    
    Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
    334
    
    Parking on Hills
    335
    
    Maintenance When Trailer Towing
    335
    
    Trailer Wiring Harness
    336
  - Trailer Recommendations
    337
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

339
- Service and Appearance Care
  339
- Service
  
  341
- Fuel
  
  343
  - Gasoline Octane
    343
  - Gasoline Speciﬁcations
    343
  - California Fuel
    343
  - Additives
    344
  - Fuels in Foreign Countries
    344
  - Filling the Tank
    345
  - Filling a Portable Fuel Container
    347
  - Checking Things under the Hood
    348
  - Hood Release
    348
  - Engine Compartment Overview
    350
  - Engine Oil
    351
    
    When to Add Engine Oil
    352
    
    What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
    353
    
    Engine Oil Additives
    354
  - Engine Oil Life System
    354
  - When to Change Engine Oil
    354
  - Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
    355
  - What to Do with Used Oil
    355
  - Automatic Transmission Fluid
    358
  - Engine Coolant
    361
    
    Checking Coolant
    363
    
    Adding Coolant
    364
  - Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
    364
  - Engine Overheating
    364
    
    If Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
    365
    
    If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
    365
  - Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
    366
  - Cooling System
    367
  - How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
    369
  - Engine Fan Noise
    372
  - Power Steering Fluid
    372
  - Windshield Washer Fluid
    373
  - Adding Washer Fluid
    373
  - Brakes
    374
    
    Brake Wear
    376
    
    Brake Pedal Travel
    376
    
    Brake Adjustment
    376
  - Battery
    377
    
    Replacing Brake System Parts
    377
    
    Vehicle Storage
    377
  - Jump Starting
    378
- All-Wheel Drive
  
  383
  - Transfer Case
    383
- Rear Axle
  
  384
- Front Axle
  
  385
- Headlamp Aiming
  
  386
- Bulb Replacement
  
  388
  - Halogen Bulbs
    388
  - Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps
    389
  - License Plate Lamp
    390
  - Replacement Bulbs
    390
- Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
  
  391
  - Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement
    392
- Tires
  
  393
  - Tire Sidewall Labeling
    394
  - Tire Terminology and Deﬁnitions
    396
  - Inﬂation - Tire Pressure
    398
  - High-Speed Operation
    400
  - Tire Pressure Monitor System
    400
  - Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
    402
    
    Tpms Malfunction Light and Message
    403
    
    Tpms Sensor Matching Process
    404
  - Tire Inspection and Rotation
    405
  - When It Is Time for New Tires
    407
  - Buying New Tires
    408
  - Different Size Tires and Wheels
    410
  - Uniform Tire Quality Grading
    410
  - Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
    412
  - Wheel Replacement
    412
    
    Used Replacement Wheels
    413
  - Tire Chains
    414
  - If a Tire Goes Flat
    415
  - Changing a Flat Tire
    416
  - Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
    417
  - Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
    423
  - Secondary Latch System
    428
  - Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
    432
  - Spare Tire
    436
- Appearance Care
  
  436
  - Interior Cleaning
    436
  - Fabric/Carpet
    438
  - Leather
    438
  - Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
    439
  - Speaker Covers
    439
  - Care of Safety Belts
    439
    
    Weatherstrips
    439
    
    Wood Panels
    439
    
    Washing Your Vehicle
    440
    
    Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
    440
    
    Finish Care
    440
    
    Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades
    441
    
    Aluminum Wheels
    442
    
    Sheet Metal Damage
    443
    
    Finish Damage
    443
    
    Underbody Maintenance
    443
    
    Chemical Paint Spotting
    443
    
    Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
    444
- Vehicle Identiﬁcation
  
  445
  - Vehicle Identiﬁcation Number (VIN)
    445
  - Service Parts Identiﬁcation Label
    445
- Electrical System
  
  446
  - Add-On Electrical Equipment
    446
  - Windshield Wiper Fuses
    446
  - Power Windows and Other Power Options
    446
  - Fuses and Circuit Breakers
    446
    
    Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
    448
    
    Top View
    448
  - Underhood Fuse Block
    449
- Capacities and Speciﬁcations
  
  452
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

453
- Introduction
  454
- Maintenance Requirements
  454
- Maintenance Schedule
  454
- Using the Maintenance Schedule
  454
- Your Vehicle and the Environment
  454
- Scheduled Maintenance
  456
- Additional Required Services
  458
- Maintenance Footnotes
  459
- At each Fuel Fill
  461
- At Least Once a Month
  461
- Owner Checks and Services
  461
- At Least Once a Year
  462
  - Starter Switch Check
    462
  - Ignition Transmission Lock Check
    463
  - Underbody Flushing Service
    463
- Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
  464
- Maintenance Replacement Parts
  466
- Engine Drive Belt Routing
  467
- Maintenance Record
  468
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information

471
- Customer Assistance Information
  471
- Customer Assistance and Information
  
  472
  - Customer Satisfaction Procedure
    472
  - Online Owner Center
    474
  - Customer Assistance for Text Telephone
    475
    
    Customer Assistance Offices
    475
  - GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
    476
  - Roadside Assistance Program
    476
    
    Services Provided
    476
    
    Calling for Assistance
    478
  - Scheduling Service Appointments
    478
  - Courtesy Transportation
    479
    
    Transportation Options
    479
  - Collision Damage Repair
    480
    
    Additional Program Information
    480
    
    Insuring Your Vehicle
    481
    
    Repair Facility
    481
    
    If a Crash Occurs
    482
- Reporting Safety Defects
  
  483
- Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
  
  485
  - Event Data Recorders
    486
  - Onstar
    487
  - Navigation System
    487
  - Radio Frequency Identiﬁcation (RFID)
    487

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GMC 2008 Yukon XL Denali Owner's Manual (502 pages)

Table of Contents

Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems

Child Restraints

Airbag System

Restraint System Check

Section 2 Features and Controls

Keys

Doors and Locks

Windows

Theft-Deterrent Systems

Starting and Operating Your Vehicle

Mirrors

Object Detection Systems

Onstar System

Universal Home Remote System

Storage Areas

Sunroof

Section 3 Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

Climate Controls

Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators

Driver Information Center (DIC)

Audio System(S)

Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle

Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle

Towing

Section 5 Service and Appearance Care

Service

Fuel

All-Wheel Drive

Rear Axle

Front Axle

Headlamp Aiming

Bulb Replacement

Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement

Tires

Appearance Care

Vehicle Identiﬁcation

Electrical System

Capacities and Speciﬁcations

Section 6 Maintenance Schedule

Section 7 Customer Assistance Information

Customer Assistance and Information

Reporting Safety Defects

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

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