GMC 2012 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL - Engine Compartment Overview

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GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual - 2012

10-6 Vehicle Care

Engine Compartment Overview

5.3L V8 Engine Shown, 6.0L V8 Engine Similar

Table of Contents

Contents1
Danger, Warnings and Cautions4
Symbols4
Vehicle Symbol Chart5
In Brief7
Rear Vision7
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke)7
- Table of Contents7
- Side Blind Zone7
- Instrument Panel Overview8
- Initial Drive Information10
- Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System10
- Remote Vehicle Start11
- Canceling a Remote Start11
- Door Locks11
- Starting the Vehicle11
- Liftgate12
- Liftglass12
Windows12
- Manual Seats13
- Power Seats13
Seat Adjustment13
- Lumbar Adjustment14
- Manual Lumbar14
- Power Lumbar14
- Reclining Seatbacks14
Memory Features15
- Power Reclining Seatbacks15
- Easy Exit Driver Seat16
Second Row Seats16
Storing Memory Positions16
Third Row Seats16
- Head Restraint Adjustment17
- Heated and Ventilated Seats17
Safety Belts17
- Exterior Mirrors18
- Mirror Adjustment18
- Passenger Sensing System18
- Power Mirrors18
- Interior Mirrors19
- Manual Foldaway Mirrors19
- Power Foldaway Mirrors19
- Steering Wheel Adjustment19
- Dome Lamp Override20
- Dome Lamps20
- Interior Lighting20
- Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment20
- Exterior Lighting21
- Windshield Wiper/Washer21
Climate Controls22
- Rear Wiper Window Wiper/Washer22
- Dual Automatic Climate Control System23
- Range Selection Mode23
- Transmission23
- Automatic Transfer Case24
Four-Wheel Drive24
- Single Speed Transfer Case24
- Radio25
- Vehicle Features25
Satellite Radio26
- Setting the Clock26
- Storing Radio Stations26
- Bluetooth ®27
- Portable Audio Devices27
- Steering Wheel Controls27
- Cruise Control28
Navigation System28
Steering Wheel Controls28
Alert (SBZA)29
Camera (RVC)29
- Power Outlets29
- Rear Vision Camera29
- Side Blind Zone Alert29
- Ultrasonic Parking Assist29
Sunroof30
- Universal Remote System30
- Performance and Maintenance31
- Stabilitrak ® System31
Tire Pressure Monitor31
Engine Oil Life System32
- Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)32
- Resetting the Oil Life System32
- Driving for Better Fuel Economy33
- Onstar ®33
- Program33
- Keys, Doors, and Windows40
  - To Cancel a Remote Start40
  - Remote Start Ready41
Door Locks41
- Automatic Door Locks42
- Delayed Locking42
- Lockout Protection42
- Power Door Locks42
- Safety Locks42
- Doors43
- Liftgate (Manual)43
- Liftgate (Power)44
- Power Liftgate Operation44
- Manual Operation of Power Liftgate46
- Obstacle Detection Features46
Transmission46
- Power Assist Steps47
- Anti-Theft Alarm System48
- Vehicle Security48
- Immobilizer Operation49
- Testing the Alarm49
- Convex Mirrors51
- Exterior Mirrors51
- Manual Mirrors51
- Power Mirrors51
- Trailer-Tow Mirrors51
- Folding Mirrors52
  - Manual Foldaway52
  - Power Foldaway52
  - Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors52
- Automatic Dimming Mirror53
- Heated Mirrors53
- Park Tilt Mirrors53
  - Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)53
  - Cleaning the Mirror54
- Interior Mirrors54
- Manual Rearview Mirror54
- Windows54
- Power Windows55
- Express down Windows56
- Roof56
- Sun Visors56
- Sunroof56
- Window Lockout56
- Seats and Restraints59
- Front Seats60
- Head Restraints60
- Rear Seats61
- Center Seat62
- Power Seat Adjustment62
- Manual Reclining Seatbacks64
- Memory Seats65
- Memory Remote Recall66
- Heated and Ventilated Front Seats67
- Heated Rear Seats68
- Manual Fold and Tumble Feature70
- Automatic Fold and Tumble Feature72
- Returning the Seat to the Sitting Position73
- Folding the Seatback74
- Returning the Seatback to the Upright Position75
- Tumbling the Third Row Seat75
- Removing the Third Row Seat76
- Returning the Third Row Seat from a Tumbled Position76
- Installing the Third Row Seat77
- Why Safety Belts Work78
- How to Wear Safety Belts Properly79
- Questions and Answers about Safety Belts79
- Lap-Shoulder Belt80
- Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster82
- Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides83
- Safety Belt Pretensioners83
- Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy85
- Lap Belt86
- Safety Belt Extender86
- Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash87
- Safety Belt Care87
- Safety System Check87
- Airbag System88
- Where Are the Airbags?90
- When Should an Airbag Inflate?92
- What Makes an Airbag Inflate?93
- How Does an Airbag Restrain?94
- What will You See after an Airbag Inflates?94
- If the on Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint98
- Additional Factors Affecting System Operation99
- If the off Indicator Is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant99
- Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle100
- Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle100
- Airbag System Check102
- Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash102
- Child Restraints103
- Older Children103
- Infants and Young Children105
- Child Restraint Systems108
- Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle109
- Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint109
- Where to Put the Restraint109
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children111
- Lower Anchors112
- Top Tether Anchor112
- Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations113
- Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System115
- Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash118
- Securing Child Restraints118
- Cinching Latch Plate119
- Free-Falling Latch Plate119
- Cupholders125
- Glove Box125
- Storage125
- Storage Compartments125
- Additional Storage Features126
- Cargo Cover126
- Center Console Storage126
- Rear Storage126
- Roof Rack System127
Adjustment129
- Instruments and Controls129
- Instruments and Controls130
- Steering Wheel Adjustment130
- Steering Wheel Controls130
- Horn132
  - Rear Window Wiper/Washer133
  - Windshield Washer133
- Compass134
  - Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure134
  - Compass Zone134
  - Compass Calibration135
  - Compass Calibration Procedure135
- Clock136
- To Set the Time and Date136
- Power Outlets137
- Power Outlet 110 Volt Alternative Current138
- Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators139
- Instrument Cluster140
- Speedometer141
- Tachometer141
- Trip Odometer141
- Fuel Gauge142
- Engine Oil Pressure Gauge143
- Engine Coolant Temperature144
- Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light145
- Safety Belt Reminders145
- Voltmeter Gauge145
- Airbag Readiness Light146
  - Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light146
  - Passenger Airbag Status Indicator147
- Charging System Light148
  - Malfunction Indicator Lamp149
  - Brake System Warning Light151
  - Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs151
  - Antilock Brake System (Abs) Warning Light152
- Stabilitrak ® off Light153
- Tow/Haul Mode Light153
- Tire Pressure Light154
- Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light154
- Engine Oil Pressure Light155
- Low Fuel Warning Light155
- Security Light155
- Cruise Control Light156
- Front Fog Lamp Light156
- High-Beam on Light156
  - DIC Buttons157
  - Driver Information Center (DIC)157
- Information Displays Driver Information157
  - Trip/Fuel Menu Items (with DIC Buttons)158
  - Average Economy159
  - Fuel Range159
  - Fuel Used159
  - Timer159
  - Blank Display160
  - Oil Life160
  - Transmission Temperature160
  - Tire Pressure161
  - Trailer Gain and Output161
  - Units161
  - Compass Recalibration162
  - Compass Zone Setting162
  - Engine Hours162
  - Trip Odometer Reset Stem Menu Items (with DIC Buttons)162
  - Language163
  - Relearn Tire Positions165
- Vehicle Messages165
- Battery Voltage and Charging Messages166
- Brake System Messages166
- Door Ajar Messages167
  - Driver Door Open167
  - Engine Cooling System Messages167
  - Hood Open167
  - Engine Oil Hot Idle Engine168
- Engine Oil Messages168
  - Engine Overheated Idle Engine168
  - Engine Overheated Stop Engine168
  - Engine Power Is Reduced169
- Engine Power Messages169
- Fuel System Messages169
- Key and Lock Messages169
- Lamp Messages170
  - Object Detection System Messages170
  - Park Assist off170
  - Service Park Assist170
  - Ride Control System Messages171
  - Service Stabilitrak171
  - Stabilitrak Initializing171
- Airbag System Messages172
  - Anti-Theft Alarm System Messages172
  - Service Air Bag172
- Tire Messages172
  - Service 4 Wheel Drive173
  - Tire Low Add Air to Tire173
  - Transmission Hot Idle Engine173
- Transmission Messages173
  - Check Trailer Wiring174
  - Trailer Connected174
  - Vehicle Reminder Messages174
  - Entering the Feature175
  - Feature Settings Menu Items175
  - Vehicle Personalization175
- Washer Fluid Messages175
  - Auto Door Lock176
  - Display Language176
  - Auto Door Unlock177
  - Remote Door Lock177
  - Delay Door Lock178
  - Remote Door Unlock178
  - Approach Lighting179
  - Exit Lighting179
  - Chime Volume180
  - Easy Exit Recall181
  - Easy Exit Setup181
  - Memory Seat Recall181
  - Factory Settings182
  - Remote Start182
  - Exiting the Feature Settings Menu183
  - Universal Remote System Programming183
  - Programming Universal Home - Rolling Code184
  - Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons188
  - Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons188
  - Universal Remote System Operation188
  - Exterior Lamp Controls189
  - Lighting189
  - Exterior Lamps off Reminder190
  - Daytime Running Lamps191
  - Flash-To-Pass191
  - Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer191
  - Automatic Headlamp System192
  - Hazard Warning Flashers193
  - Fog Lamps194
  - Turn and Lane-Change Signals194
  - Auxiliary Roof-Mounted Lamp195
  - Instrument Panel Illumination Control196
  - Battery Load Management197
  - Entry Lighting197
  - Lighting Features197
  - Reading Lamps197
  - Battery Power Protection198
  - Infotainment199
  - Infotainment System199
  - Navigation/Radio System200
  - Theft-Deterrent Feature200
  - Radios with CD and DVD202
  - Using the Radio202
  - Setting the Tone203
  - Speed Compensated Volume203
  - Adjusting the Speakers204
  - AM-FM Radio205
  - Radio Data System (RDS)205
  - Radio Messages205
  - Finding a Station206
  - XM Satellite Radio Service207
  - Adding or Removing Categories208
  - Finding a Category (CAT) Station208
  - Storing XM Channels208
  - Storing an XM Channel as a Favorite209
  - XM Radio Messages209
  - Am210
  - Radio Receptoin210
  - Cellular Phone Usage211
  - FM Stereo211
  - Rear Side Window Antenna211
  - Audio Players212
  - Care of the CD Player212
  - CD Player212
  - Satellite Radio Antenna212
  - Ejecting a CD213
  - Inserting a CD213
  - Playing a CD213
  - Compressed Audio or Mixed Mode Discs214
  - Format214
  - MP3 Supported Files214
  - Root Directory214
  - File System and Naming215
  - Playing an MP3215
  - Preprogrammed Playlists215
  - Care of Cds and Dvds217
  - Care of the CD and DVD Player217
  - CD Player Messages217
  - CD/DVD Player217
  - Audio Output218
  - Ejecting a Disc218
  - Inserting a Disc218
  - Empty Folder221
  - No Folder221
  - Order of Play221
  - Playing an MP3 or WMA222
  - Using the DVD Player223
  - Playing a DVD224
  - Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-V225
  - Using Softkeys to Play a DVD-A226
  - CD/DVD Player Messages227
  - Stopping and Resuming Playback227
  - Auxiliary Devices228
  - Using the Auxiliary Input Jack228
  - Connecting a USB Storage Device or Ipod229
  - USB Support229
  - USB Supported Devices229
  - Using the USB Port229
  - Using Softkeys to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod230
  - Using the Radio to Control a USB Storage Device or Ipod230
  - Rear Seat Entertainment System232
  - Rear Seat Infotainment232
  - Before Driving233
  - Headphones233
  - Parental Control233
  - Audio/Video Jacks235
  - How to Change the RSE Video Screen Settings236
  - Remote Control237
  - Video Screen237
  - Remote Control Buttons238
  - Tips and Troubleshooting Chart241
  - DVD Display Error Messages242
  - DVD Distortion242
  - Cleaning the RSE Overhead Console243
  - Cleaning the Video Screen243
  - Rear Seat Audio System243
  - Phone245
  - Voice Recognition245
  - Audio System246
  - Bluetooth Controls246
  - Pairing246
  - Connecting to a Different Phone247
  - Deleting a Paired Phone247
  - Pairing a Phone247
  - Storing and Deleting Phone Numbers248
  - Using the Delete Command248
  - Using the Digit Store Command248
  - Using the Store Command248
  - Listing Stored Numbers249
  - Making a Call249
  - Using the Dial or Call Command249
  - Using the Digit Dial Command249
  - Call Waiting250
  - Muting a Call250
  - Receiving a Call250
  - Three-Way Calling250
  - Dual Tone Multi-Frequency (DTMF) Tones251
  - Transferring a Call251
  - Voice Pass-Thru251
  - Clearing the System252
  - Climate Controls Systems253
  - Rear Window Defogger255
  - Automatic Operation257
  - Driver and Passenger Side Temperature Control257
  - Manual Operation258
  - Sensors261
  - Rear Climate Control System262
  - Driving and Operating267
- Distracted Driving268
- Driving and Operating268
- Driving Information268
- Control of a Vehicle269
- Defensive Driving269
- Drunk Driving269
- Braking270
- Hydraulic Power Steering270
- Steering270
- Steering in Emergencies270
- Loss of Control271
- Off-Road Recovery271
  - Skidding271
  - Before Driving Off-Road272
- Off-Road Driving272
  - Driving on Hills273
  - Environmental Concerns273
  - Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving273
  - Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice276
  - Driving in Water276
  - After Off-Road Driving277
- Driving on Wet Roads277
- Highway Hypnosis278
  - Hydroplaning278
  - Other Rainy Weather Tips278
  - Driving on Snow or Ice279
- Hill and Mountain Roads279
- Winter Driving279
- Blizzard Conditions280
- If the Vehicle Is Stuck281
  - Rocking the Vehicle to Get It out281
  - Recovery Hooks282
- Vehicle Load Limits282
  - Steps for Determining Correctload Limit283
  - Tire and Loading Information Label283
  - Certification/Tire Label285
- New Vehicle Break-In287
- Starting and Operating287
- Adjustable Throttle and Brake288
- Ignition Positions288
- Starting the Engine290
- Engine Heater292
  - To Use the Engine Coolant Heater292
  - Retained Accessory Power (RAP)293
- Shifting into Park293
- Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running294
- Shifting out of Park294
- Torque Lock294
- Active Fuel Management295
- Parking over Things that Burn295
- Engine Exhaust296
- Running the Vehicle While Parked296
- Automatic Transmission297
- Low Traction Mode301
- Manual Mode301
- Tow/Haul Mode302
- Drive Systems303
- Four-Wheel Drive303
- Speed Automatic303
- Transfer Case)303
  - Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive305
  - Shifting into Four-Wheel Drive Low305
  - Shifting into Two-Wheel Drive High305
  - Shifting into Neutral306
  - Shifting out of Four-Wheel Drive Low306
  - Shifting out of Neutral307
  - Front Axle308
- Transfer Case)308
  - Service Four Wheel Drive309
  - Antilock Brake System (ABS)310
  - Using ABS310
- Brake Assist311
- Braking in Emergencies311
- Parking Brake311
- Hill Start Assist (HSA)312
- Ride Control Systems Stabilitrak System312
- Traction Control Operation314
- Locking Rear Axle315
- Automatic Level Control316
  - Continuous Damping Control (CDC)316
  - Setting Cruise Control317
  - Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control318
  - Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control318
  - Resuming a Set Speed318
  - Using Cruise Control on Hills318
  - Ending Cruise Control319
  - Erasing Speed Memory319
- Object Detection Systems319
- Ultrasonic Parking Assist319
- Alert (SBZA)320
- Side Blind Zone320
- Turning the System on and off320
- SBZA Detection Zones321
- SBZA Error Messages322
- Rear Vision Camera (RVC)323
- Vehicles with Navigation System323
- Vehicles Without Navigation System323
- Adjusting the Brightness and Contrast of the Screen324
- Turning the RVC System on or off324
- Guidelines325
- RVC Location325
- To Turn the Symbols on or off325
- When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly326
Fuel327
- California Fuel Requirements328
- Fuels in Foreign Countries328
- Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only)328
- Recommended Fuel328
- Fuel Additives329
- Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)330
- Filling the Tank331
- Filling a Portable Fuel Container333
- General Towing333
- Information333
- Towing Tips333
- Trailer Towing338
- Towing Equipment342
- Conversions and Add-Ons352
- Trailer Sway Control (TSC)352
Adding a Snow Plow or Similar Equipment352
- Emergency Roof Lamp Provisions356
- Vehicle Care357
- General Information358
- Accessories and Modifications359
- Vehicle Checks360
- Hood361
- To Open the Hood361
- Engine Compartment Overview362
- Checking Engine Oil364
- Engine Oil364
- When to Add Engine Oil364
- Selecting the Right Engine Oil365
- Specification365
- Viscosity Grade365
- Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil Flushes366
- What to Do with Used Oil366
- When to Change Engine Oil366
- How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System367
- Automatic Transmission Fluid368
- How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid368
- When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid368
- Cold Check Procedure369
- Hot Check Procedure370
- Consistency of Readings371
- Engine Air Cleaner/Filter371
- How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter371
- Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter371
- Cooling System372
- Engine Coolant373
- Checking Coolant375
- How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank375
- Engine Overheating377
- If no Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment378
- If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment378
- Engine Fan379
- Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode379
- How to Check Power Steering Fluid380
- Power Steering Fluid380
- When to Check Power Steering Fluid380
- Adding Washer Fluid381
- Washer Fluid381
- Brake Adjustment382
- Brake Pedal Travel382
- Replacing Brake System Parts382
- Brake Fluid383
- Checking Brake Fluid383
- Battery384
- How to Check Lubricant385
- Transfer Case385
- Vehicle Storage385
- When to Change Lubricant385
- Rear Axle387
- Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check388
- Starter Switch Check388
- Front Wiper Blade Replacement389
- Ignition Transmission Lock Check389
- Park Brake and P Mechanism Check389
- Wiper Blade Replacement389
- Glass Replacement390
- Rear Wiper Blade Replacement390
- Headlamp Aiming391
- Bulb Replacement393
- Halogen Bulbs393
- License Plate Lamp394
- Electrical System395
- Electrical System Overload395
- Replacement Bulbs395
- Fuses and Circuit Breakers396
- Headlamp Wiring396
- Windshield Wipers396
- Engine Compartment Fuse Block397
- Tires404
- 20-Inch Tires405
- Tire Sidewall Labeling406
- Tire Designations408
- Tire Size408
- Tire Terminology and Definitions409
- Tire Pressure Monitor System414
- Tire Pressure Monitor Operation415
- TPMS Malfunction Light and Message416
- TPMS Sensor Matching Process417
- Tire Inspection418
- Tire Rotation418
- When It Is Time for New Tires419
- Buying New Tires420
- Different Size Tires and Wheels422
- Uniform Tire Quality Grading422
- Traction423
- Treadwear423
- Temperature424
- Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance424
- Wheel Replacement424
- Used Replacement Wheels425
- Tire Chains426
- If a Tire Goes Flat427
- Removing the Spare Tire and Tools428
- Tire Changing428
- Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire432
- Front Position433
- Jacking Locations433
- Rear Tire Flat434
- Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools437
- Secondary Latch System440
- Full-Size Spare Tire443
- Jump Starting444
- Jumper Cable Removal448
- Recreational Vehicle Towing449
- Towing the Vehicle449
- Dinghy Towing450
- Dolly Towing451
- Rear Towing453
- Appearance Care454
- Exterior Care454
- Washing the Vehicle454
- Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses and Emblems455
- Finish Care455
- Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts455
- Weatherstrips456
- Wheels and Trim456
- Windshield and Wiper Blades456
- Body Component Lubrication457
- Chemical Paint Spotting457
- Interior Care457
- Sheet Metal Damage457
- Fabric/Carpet458
- Interior Glass458
- Instrument Panel, Leather, Vinyl & Other Plastic Surfaces459
- Speaker Covers459
- Wood Panels459
- Care of Safety Belts460
- Floor Mats460
- Service and Maintenance461
- Engine Oil Change463
- Maintenance Schedule463
- Tire Rotation and Required Services463
- Additional Maintenance and Care468
- Recommended Fluids and Lubricants471
- Maintenance Replacement Parts473
- Engine Identification477
- Technical Data477
- Vehicle Identification477
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)477
- Capacities and Specifications478
- Vehicle Data478
- Engine Drive Belt Routing480
- Engine Specifications480
- Customer Information481
- Customer Satisfaction Procedure481
- Event Data Recorders494
- Reporting Safety Defects494
- Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy494
- Radio Frequency Identification496
- Radio Frequency Statement496
- Onstar Overview497
- Emergency498
- Onstar Services498
- Security498
- Turn-By-Turn Navigation498
- Other Navigation Services Available from Onstar499
- Using Voice Commands During a Planned Route499
- Connections500
- End a Call500
- Hands-Free Calling500
- Retrieve My Number500
- Diagnostics501
- Onstar Additional Information501
- Reactivation for Subsequent Owners501
- Transferring Service501
- Global Positioning System503
- Languages503
- Onstar Personal Identification Number503
- Potential Issues503
- Add504
- Cellular and GPS Antennas504
- Unable to Connect to Onstar Message504
- Index505
Instrument Panel Overview510

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