GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual - 2012 - CRC - 11/8/11 Black plate (1,1) 2012 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual M In Brief . 1-1 Seats and Restraints . 3-1 Lighting . 6-1 Instrument Panel . 1-2 Head Restraints . 3-2 Exterior Lighting . 6-2 Initial Drive Information . 1-4 Front Seats . 3-3 Interior Lighting . 6-8 Vehicle Features . 1-24 Rear Seats . 3-10 Lighting Features . 6-9 Performance and Safety Belts . 3-18 Maintenance . 1-30 Airbag System . 3-29 Infotainment System . 7-1 Child Restraints . 3-45 Introduction . 7-1 Keys, Doors, and Radio . 7-7 Windows . 2-1 Storage . 4-1 Audio Players . 7-15 Keys and Locks . 2-2 Storage Compartments . 4-1 Rear Seat Infotainment . 7-35 Doors . 2-10 Additional Storage Features . 4-2 Phone . 7-48 Vehicle Security. 2-14 Roof Rack System . 4-3 Trademarks and License Exterior Mirrors . 2-17 Agreements . 7-56 Interior Mirrors . 2-20 Instruments and Controls . 5-1 Windows . 2-21 Controls . 5-2 Climate Controls . 8-1 Roof . 2-23 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Climate Control Systems . 8-1 Indicators . 5-12 Air Vents . 8-13 Information Displays . 5-30 Vehicle Messages . 5-39 Vehicle Personalization . 5-49 Universal Remote System . 5-58 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual - 2012 - CRC - 11/8/11 Black plate (2,1) 2012 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual M Driving and Operating . 9-1 Vehicle Care . 10-1 Technical Data . 12-1 Driving Information . 9-2 General Information . 10-2 Vehicle Identification . 12-1 Starting and Operating . 9-21 Vehicle Checks . 10-4 Vehicle Data . 12-2 Engine Exhaust . 9-30 Headlamp Aiming . 10-36 Automatic Transmission . 9-31 Bulb Replacement . 10-38 Customer Information . 13-1 Drive Systems . 9-37 Electrical System . 10-40 Customer Information . 13-1 Brakes . 9-44 Wheels and Tires . 10-49 Reporting Safety Defects . 13-14 Ride Control Systems . 9-46 Jump Starting . 10-86 Vehicle Data Recording and Cruise Control . 9-50 Towing. 10-91 Privacy. 13-15 Object Detection Systems . 9-53 Appearance Care . 10-97 OnStar . 14-1 Fuel . 9-62 Service and Maintenance . 11-1 OnStar Overview. 14-1 Towing. 9-68 OnStar Services . 14-2 Conversions and Add-Ons . 9-88 General Information . 11-1 Maintenance Schedule . 11-3 OnStar Additional Special Application Information . 14-5 Services . 11-9 Index . i-1 Additional Maintenance and Care . 11-10 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts . 11-13 Maintenance Records . 11-16 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual - 2012 - CRC - 11/8/11 Black plate (3,1) Introduction iii This manual describes features that Canadian Vehicle Owners may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are Propriétaires Canadiens options that you did not purchase or A French language copy of this due to changes subsequent to the manual can be obtained from your printing of this owner manual. dealer or from: Please refer to the purchase The names, logos, emblems, documentation relating to your On peut obtenir un exemplaire de slogans, vehicle model names, and specific vehicle to confirm each of ce guide en français auprès du vehicle body designs appearing in the features found on your vehicle. concessionnaire ou à l'adresse this manual including, but not limited For vehicles first sold in Canada, suivante: to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the substitute the name “General GMC Truck Emblem, and YUKON Helm, Incorporated Motors of Canada Limited” for GMC Attention: Customer Service are trademarks and/or service wherever it appears in this manual. marks of General Motors LLC, its 47911 Halyard Drive subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Plymouth, MI 48170 hybrid supplement for more information. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 20902918 B Second Printing © 2011 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual - 2012 - CRC - 11/8/11 Black plate (4,1) iv Introduction Using this Manual Warning or Caution indicates a Symbols hazard that could result in injury To quickly locate information about or death. The vehicle has components and the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of back of the manual. It is an { text. Symbols are shown along with alphabetical list of what is in the WARNING the text describing the operation or manual and the page number where These mean there is something information relating to a specific it can be found. that could hurt you or other component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. people. Danger, Warnings, and M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual Cautions Notice: This means there is for additional instructions or Warning messages found on vehicle something that could result in information. labels and in this manual describe property or vehicle damage. hazards and what to do to avoid or This would not be covered by * : This symbol is shown when reduce them. the vehicle's warranty. you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or Danger indicates a hazard with a information. high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual - 2012 - CRC - 11/8/11 Black plate (5,1) Introduction v Vehicle Symbol Chart " : Charging System * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp Here are some additional symbols I : Cruise Control : : Oil Pressure that may be found on the vehicle g and what they mean. For more B : Engine Coolant Temperature : Outside Power Foldaway information on the symbol, refer to O : Exterior Lamps Mirrors the Index. O # : Fog Lamps : Power 0 : Adjustable Pedals / . : Fuel Gauge : Remote Vehicle Start : Airbag Readiness Light > 9 + : Fuses : Safety Belt Reminders : Air Conditioning # 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) Changer _ : Tow/Haul Mode % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls ( : Heated Steering Wheel d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak® or OnStar® j : LATCH System Child M : Windshield Washer Fluid $ : Brake System Warning Light Restraints GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual - 2012 - CRC - 11/8/11 Black plate (6,1) vi Introduction 2 NOTES GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual - 2012 - CRC - 11/8/11 Black plate (1,1) In Brief 1-1 Steering Wheel Performance and Maintenance In Brief Adjustment . 1-16 StabiliTrak® System . 1-30 Throttle and Brake Pedal Tire Pressure Monitor . 1-30 Instrument Panel Adjustment . 1-16 Engine Oil Life System . 1-31 Interior Lighting . 1-17 Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . 1-31 Instrument Panel Overview . 1-2 Exterior Lighting . 1-18 Driving for Better Fuel Initial Drive Information Windshield Wiper/Washer . 1-19 Economy . 1-32 Initial Drive Information . 1-4 Climate Controls . 1-20 Roadside Assistance Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Transmission . 1-22 Program . 1-32 ® System . 1-4 Four-Wheel Drive . 1-22 OnStar . 1-32 Remote Vehicle Start . 1-5 Vehicle Features Door Locks . 1-5 Radio(s) . 1-24 Liftgate . 1-6 Satellite Radio . 1-25 Windows . 1-7 Portable Audio Devices . 1-26 Seat Adjustment . 1-8 Bluetooth® . 1-26 Memory Features . 1-10 Steering Wheel Controls . 1-26 Second Row Seats . 1-11 Cruise Control . 1-27 Third Row Seats . 1-11 Navigation System . 1-27 Heated and Ventilated Side Blind Zone Seats . 1-12 Alert (SBZA) . 1-28 Head Restraint Rear Vision Adjustment . 1-12 Camera (RVC) . 1-28 Safety Belts . 1-13 Ultrasonic Parking Assist . 1-28 Passenger Sensing Power Outlets . 1-28 System . 1-13 Universal Remote System . 1-29 Mirror Adjustment . 1-14 Sunroof . 1-29 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual - 2012 - CRC - 11/8/11 Black plate (2,1) 1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel Overview English Version Shown; Metric Similar GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual - 2012 - CRC - 11/8/11 Black plate (3,1) In Brief 1-3 A. Air Vents on page 8‑13. J. Dome Lamps on page 6‑8. Q. Horn on page 5‑5. B. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. Instrument Panel Illumination R. Steering Wheel Controls on See Turn and Lane-Change Control on page 6‑8. page 5‑2. Signals on page 6 6. ‑ Fog Lamps on page 6‑6 S. Climate Control Systems on Windshield Wiper/Washer on (If Equipped). page 8‑1 (If Equipped). page 5‑5. K. Hood Release. See Hood on Dual Automatic Climate Control Rear Window Wiper/Washer on page 10‑5. System on page 8‑4 page 5‑6. L. Integrated Trailer Brake (If Equipped). C. Instrument Cluster on Controller (If Equipped). T. Power Outlets on page 5‑10. page 5‑13. See Towing Equipment on U. StabiliTrak® System on page 9 78. D. Hazard Warning Flashers on ‑ page 9‑46 (If Equipped). page 6‑5 (Out of View). M. Data Link Connector (DLC) Pedal Adjust Button E. Shift Lever. See Automatic (Out of View). See Malfunction (If Equipped). See Adjustable Indicator Lamp on page 5 22. Transmission on page 9‑31. ‑ Throttle and Brake Pedal on N. Automatic Transfer Case page 9 22. F. Manual Mode on page 9‑35 ‑ (If Equipped). Control (If Equipped). See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on Four-Wheel Drive (Single page 9‑53 (If Equipped). Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑36 Speed Automatic Transfer (If Equipped). Case) on page 9‑42 or Power Assist Steps on G. Driver Information Center (DIC) Four-Wheel Drive (Two Speed page 2‑13 (If Equipped). Buttons. See Driver Information Automatic Transfer Case) on Center (DIC) on page 5‑30.