GMC 2012 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL - Climate Controls; Additional Maintenance and Care

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GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual - 2012

1-2 In Brief

Instrument Panel

Instrument Panel Overview

English Version Shown; Metric 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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