GMC 2011 Yukon Denali - Instrument Cluster

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GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual - 2011

5-12 Instruments and Controls

Instrument Cluster

English 6‐Speed Shown, Metric Similar

Table of Contents

Contents1
Danger, Warnings and Cautions4
Symbols4
Vehicle Symbol Chart5
Table of Contents7
In Brief7
Instrument Panel8
Initial Drive Information9
Instrument Panel9
- Starting the Vehicle10
- Remote Vehicle Start10
- Remote Keyless Entry System10
- Door Locks11
- Canceling a Remote Start11
- Power Door Locks11
- Power Liftgate11
- Remote Vehicle Start11
Windows12
- Liftglass12
- Reclining Seatbacks13
- Lumbar Adjustment13
Seat Adjustment13
- Storing Memory Positions14
- Easy Exit Positions14
Memory Features14
- Heated and Ventilated Seats15
- Front/Rear Seats15
Second Row Seats15
Third Row Seats15
- Head Restraint Adjustment16
- Sensing System for Passenger Airbag16
Safety Belts16
- Mirror Adjustment17
- Exterior Mirrors17
- Power Foldaway Mirrors17
- Interior Mirror17
- Dome Lamps18
- Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment18
- Interior Lighting18
- Steering Wheel Adjustment18
- Exterior Lighting19
- Reading Lamps19
Windshield Wiper/Washer20
- Rear Wiper Window Wiper/Washer20
- Transmission21
- Range Selection Mode21
Climate Controls21
- Radio22
- Vehicle Features22
- Setting the Clock23
- Storing Radio Stations23
- Bluetooth ®24
- Portable Audio Devices24
- Steering Wheel Controls25
Satellite Radio24
Cruise Control25
Alert (SBZA)26
Side Blind Zone Alert26
Navigation System26
- Rear Vision Camera27
- Ultrasonic Parking Assist27
Power Outlets27
Camera (RVC)27
Universal Remote System28
Sunroof28
- Performance and Maintenance29
- Stabilitrak ® System29
Tire Pressure Monitor29
Engine Oil Life System29
- Driving for Better Fuel Economy30
- Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)30
- Resetting the Oil Life System30
- Program31
- Remote Vehicle Start39
- To Replace the Battery39
- Keys, Doors and Windows40
  - Remote Start Ready41
  - To Cancel a Remote Start41
- Delayed Locking42
- Power Door Locks42
- Automatic Door Locks43
- Lockout Protection43
- Safety Locks43
- Doors44
- Liftgate (Manual)44
- Liftgate (Power)45
- Power Liftgate Operation45
Transmission46
- Manual Operation of Power Liftgate47
- Obstacle Detection Features47
- Anti-Theft Alarm System48
- Power Assist Steps48
- Vehicle Security48
- Immobilizer49
- Testing the Alarm49
- Immobilizer Operation50
- Convex Mirrors51
- Power Mirrors51
Mirror Adjustment51
- Exterior Mirrors51
- Automatic Dimming52
- Heated Mirrors52
- Park Tilt Mirrors52
  - Turn Signal Indicator52
  - Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror53
  - Cleaning the Mirror53
- Interior Mirrors53
- Manual Rearview Mirror53
- Power Windows54
- Express down Windows55
- Sun Visors55
- Window Lockout55
- Roof56
- Sunroof56
  - 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
  - Folding and Tumbling the Seat67
  - Manual Fold and Tumble Feature67
  - 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
  - Cinching Latch Plate90
  - Free-Falling Latch Plate90
  - Lap-Shoulder Belt90
  - Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster92
  - Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides93
  - Safety Belt Pretensioners93
  - Third Row94
  - Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy95
  - Lap Belt96
  - Safety Belt Extender96
  - Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash97
  - Safety Belt Care97
  - Safety System Check97
  - 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
  - Child Restraints113
  - Older Children113
  - Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash113
  - 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
  - Cupholders139
  - Glove Box139
  - Instrument Panel Storage139
  - Storage Compartments139
  - Additional Storage Features140
  - Cargo Cover140
  - Center Console Storage140
  - Rear Storage140
  - Cargo Tie Downs141
  - Convenience Net141
  - Roof Rack System141
  - Instruments and Controls143
  - Instruments and Controls144
- Steering Wheel Adjustment144
- Heated Steering Wheel147
- Horn147
- Windshield Wiper/Washer147
- Compass148
  - Compass Zone148
  - Rear Window Wiper/Washer148
  - Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure149
  - Compass Calibration150
  - Compass Calibration Procedure150
- Clock151
- Power Outlets151
- Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternative Current152
- Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators153
- Instrument Cluster154
- Speedometer155
- Tachometer155
- Trip Odometer155
- Fuel Gauge156
  - Engine Oil Pressure Gauge157
  - Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge158
- Voltmeter Gauge159
  - Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light160
  - Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light160
- Safety Belt Reminders160
- Airbag Readiness Light161
- Passenger Airbag Status Indicator162
- Charging System Light163
  - Malfunction Indicator Lamp164
  - Light Flashing165
  - Light on Steady165
  - Brake System Warning Light166
  - Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs166
  - Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light167
- Stabilitrak ® Indicator Light168
- Tow/Haul Mode Light168
- Tire Pressure Light169
- Engine Oil Pressure Light170
- Low Fuel Warning Light170
- Cruise Control Light171
- Front Fog Lamp Light171
- High-Beam on Light171
- Security Light171
- Driver Information Center (DIC)172
- Information Displays Driver Information172
  - Trip/Fuel Menu Items173
  - Average Economy174
  - Fuel Range174
  - Fuel Used174
  - Timer174
  - An Active Fuel Management175
  - Blank Display175
  - Instantaneous Economy and Active Fuel Management Indicator175
  - Transmission Temperature175
  - Tire Pressure176
  - Units176
  - Compass Recalibration177
  - Compass Zone Setting177
  - Engine Hours177
  - Trailer Gain and Output177
  - Language178
  - Oil Life180
  - Relearn Tire Positions180
  - Battery Low Start Vehicle181
- Battery Voltage and Charging181
- Brake System Messages181
- Vehicle Messages181
- Door Ajar Messages182
  - Hood Open182
  - Left Rear Door Open182
  - Service Brakes Soon182
  - Engine Cooling System Messages183
  - Engine Overheated Idle Engine183
  - Rear Access Open183
  - Right Rear Door Open183
  - Change Engine Oil Soon184
  - Engine Oil Hot Idle Engine184
- Engine Oil Messages184
  - Engine Overheated Stop Engine184
  - Engine Power Is Reduced185
- Engine Power Messages185
- Fuel System Messages185
- Key and Lock Messages185
- 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
  - Service Air Bag188
  - Traction Control off188
  - Tire Learning Active189
  - Tire Low Add Air to Tire189
- Tire Messages189
  - Check Trailer Wiring190
  - Transmission Hot Idle Engine190
- Transmission Messages190
  - Vehicle Reminder Messages190
  - Entering the Feature Settings Menu191
- Vehicle Personalization191
- Washer Fluid Low Add Fluid191
- Washer Fluid Messages191
  - Auto Door Lock192
  - Display in English192
  - Display Language192
  - Feature Settings Menu Items192
  - Auto Door Unlock193
  - Remote Door Lock193
  - Delay Door Lock194
  - Lights off194
  - Lights on194
  - Remote Door Unlock194
  - Approach Lighting195
  - Exit Lighting195
  - Chime Volume196
  - Easy Exit Recall196
  - Easy Exit Setup197
  - Memory Seat Recall198
  - Remote Start198
  - Exit Feature Settings199
  - Exiting the Feature Settings Menu199
  - Factory Settings199
  - Universal Remote System Programming200
  - Example of Eight Dip Switches with Three Positions203
  - Example of Eight Dip Switches with Two Positions203
  - Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons205
  - Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons205
  - Universal Remote System Operation205
  - Exterior Lamp Controls207
  - Exterior Lamps off Reminder208
  - Daytime Running Lamps209
  - Flash-To-Pass209
  - Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer209
  - Automatic Headlamp System210
  - Hazard Warning Flashers211
  - Turn and Lane-Change Signals211
  - Turn Signal on Chime211
  - Fog Lamps212
  - Instrument Panel Illumination Control212
  - Dome Lamp Override213
  - Entry Lighting213
  - Lighting Features213
  - Battery Load Management214
  - Battery Power Protection214
  - Infotainment System215
  - Navigation/Radio System216
  - Theft-Deterrent Feature217
  - Radios with CD and DVD218
  - Noise Compensation Technology219
  - Setting the Tone219
  - Using the Radio219
  - Digital Signal Processing220
  - Normal220
  - Surround220
  - Adjusting the Speakers221
  - Radio Messages221
  - AM-FM Radio222
  - Finding a Station222
  - Radio Data System222
  - Storing a Radio Station as a Favorite223
  - Finding a Category Station224
  - Finding a Channel224
  - Adding and Removing Categories225
  - Storing an XM Channel as a Favorite225
  - Storing XM Channels225
  - XM Radio Messages226
  - Am227
  - FM Stereo227
  - Radio Reception227
  - XM Satellite Radio Service227
  - Audio Players228
  - CD Player228
  - Rear Side Window Antenna228
  - Satellite Radio Antenna228
  - Care of Cds229
  - Ejecting a CD229
  - Inserting a CD229
  - Playing a CD229
  - Format230
  - MP3 Supported Files230
  - Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs231
  - Empty Folder231
  - Order of Play231
  - Root Directory231
  - File System and Naming232
  - Playing an MP3232
  - Preprogrammed Playlists232
  - CD Player Messages234
  - Care of the CD and DVD Player235
  - CD/DVD Player235
  - Audio Output236
  - Ejecting a Disc236
  - Inserting a Disc236
  - MP3 and WMA Supported Files239
  - Audio/Video Jacks254
  - How to Change the RSE Video Screen Settings255
  - Remote Control256
  - Video Screen256
  - Remote Control Buttons257
  - Tips and Troubleshooting Chart260
  - Cleaning the RSE Overhead Console261
  - DVD Display Error Messages261
  - DVD Distortion261
  - Cleaning the Video Screen262
  - Rear Seat Audio System262
  - Phone263
  - Bluetooth Controls264
  - Pairing264
  - Voice Recognition264
  - Deleting a Paired Phone265
  - Pairing a Phone265
  - Connecting to a Different Phone266
  - Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers266
  - Using the Digit Store Command266
  - Using the Store Command266
  - Listing Stored Numbers267
  - Making a Call267
  - Call Waiting268
  - Receiving a Call268
  - Using the Digit Dial Command268
  - Ending a Call269
  - Muting a Call269
  - Three-Way Calling269
  - Transferring a Call269
  - Clearing the System270
  - Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Tones270
  - Voice Pass-Thru270
  - Dual Automatic Climate Control System271
  - Automatic Operation272
  - Driver and Passenger Side Temperature Control272
  - Sensors276
  - Independent Mode277
  - MIMIC Mode277
  - Rear Climate Control System277
  - Air Vents278
  - Driving and Operating279
- Defensive Driving280
- Driving and Operating280
- Driving Information280
- Drunk Driving280
- Control of a Vehicle281
- Braking282
  - Power Steering282
  - Steering in Emergencies283
  - Steering Tips283
- Loss of Control284
- Off-Road Recovery284
- Skidding284
- Off-Road Driving285
  - Before You Go Off-Roading286
  - Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving286
  - Environmental Concerns287
  - Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving288
  - Scanning the Terrain288
  - Traveling to Remote Areas288
  - Driving on Hills289
  - Approaching a Hill290
  - Driving Uphill290
  - Driving Downhill292
  - Driving Across an Incline293
  - Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice294
  - Stalling on an Incline294
  - After Off-Road Driving295
  - Driving in Water295
- Driving on Wet Roads296
- Highway Hypnosis296
- Hydroplaning296
- Hill and Mountain Roads297
  - Blizzard Conditions298
  - Driving on Snow or Ice298
- Winter Driving298
- If the Vehicle Is Stuck300
  - Recovery Hooks300
  - Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out300
- Vehicle Load Limits301
  - Tire and Loading Information Label302
  - Certification/Tire Label305
- New Vehicle Break-In306
- Starting and Operating306
- Using Heavier Suspension306
- Adjustable Throttle and Brake307
- Ignition Positions308
- Starting Procedure310
- Starting the Engine310
- Engine Heater312
  - To Use the Engine Coolant Heater312
  - Retained Accessory Power (RAP)313
- Shifting into Park313
- Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running314
- Shifting out of Park314
- Torque Lock314
- Active Fuel Management315
- Parking over Things that Burn315
- Engine Exhaust316
- Running the Vehicle While316
- Automatic Transmission317
- Manual Mode320
- Tow/Haul Mode320
  - Cruise Grade Braking321
  - Grade Braking321
- All-Wheel Drive322
- Antilock Brake System (ABS)322
- Drive Systems322
- Braking in Emergencies323
- Parking Brake323
- Using ABS323
- Brake Assist324
- Ride Control Systems Stabilitrak System324
- Traction Control Operation326
- Automatic Level Control327
- Continuous Damping Control (CDC)327
- Locking Rear Axle327
- Cruise Control328
  - Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control329
  - Ending Cruise Control330
  - Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control330
  - Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control330
  - Using Cruise Control on Hills330
- Object Detection Systems331
- Ultrasonic Parking Assist331
  - When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly332
  - SBZA Detection Zones333
  - Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)333
  - 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
- California Fuel Requirements342
- Fuel Additives342
- Fuels in Foreign Countries342
- Gasoline Specifications342
- Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)343
- Filling the Tank344
- Container347
- Filling a Portable Fuel347
- General Towing347
- Information347
- Towing Tips347
  - Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips348
  - Driving with a Trailer348
  - Pulling a Trailer348
  - Backing up349
  - Following Distance349
  - Passing349
  - Driving on Grades350
  - Making Turns350
  - Leaving after Parking on a Hill351
  - Maintenance When Trailer Towing351
  - Parking on Hills351
- Trailer Towing352
  - Weight of the Trailer352
  - Weight of the Trailer Tongue353
  - Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires354
  - Weight of the Trailering Combination354
  - Hitches355
  - Safety Chains355
- Towing Equipment355
  - Weight Distributing Hitch Adjustment355
  - 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
- When to Add Engine Oil372
- Engine Oil372
- Checking 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
- Power Steering Fluid389
- When to Check Power Steering Fluid389
- Engine Fan389
- How to Check Power Steering Fluid390
- Washer Fluid390
- Adding Washer Fluid390
- Brakes391
- Brake Pedal Travel391
- Replacing Brake System Parts392
- Brake Fluid392
- Brake Adjustment392
- Checking Brake Fluid393
- Battery394
- Vehicle Storage394
- Transfer Case394
- When to Check Lubricant394
- How to Check Lubricant395
- When to Check and Change Lubricant395
- Front Axle395
- 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
- Windshield Wipers406
- Headlamp Wiring406
- Electrical System406
- 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
- Used Replacement Wheels437
- Wheel Replacement437
- 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
- Washing the Vehicle464
- Weatherstrips464
- Appearance Care464
- Exterior Care464
- Finish Care465
- Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts465
- Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades466
- Aluminum Wheels466
- Finish Damage467
- Underbody Maintenance467
- Sheet Metal Damage467
- Tires467
- 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

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