GMC 2011 Yukon Denali - Lighting; Engine Compartment Overview

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GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual - 2011

vi Introduction

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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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