GMC Yukon 2025 - Page 100

GMC Yukon/Yukon XL/Denali Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-17942154) - 2025
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efore driving and occasionally during
a tr
ip, check that cargo is securely fastened,
rests evenly between the cross rails and
does not block the vehicle's lamps or
windows. Never load cargo directly on the
roof of the vehicle or allow cargo to hang
over the rear or sides of the vehicle. Never
load cargo without first properly installing
cross rails and other accessories designed
to carry cargo. Personal injury, death or
damage to the vehicle or other property
may occur.
If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or
a
t high speeds, occasionally stop the vehicle to
make sure the cargo remains in its place.
Cargo Weight Limits
Do not exceed the maximum cargo weight for
the roof rack system, including the weight of
the cross rails and any other accessories used
to carry the cargo such as bike racks or roof
boxes. The maximum cargo weight that can be
loaded onto the roof rack system is 100 kg (220
lb) or the weight designated in the instructions
t
hat came with the cross rails or other roof rack
accessories, whichever is less.
{ Warning
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ever load the roof rack with more weight
th
an specified in this section. Loading cargo
on the roof rack will make the vehicle's
center of gravity higher. To avoid losing
control of the vehicle, avoid overloading,
high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns,
sudden braking, or abrupt maneuvers when
carrying cargo on the roof rack.
The weight of any cargo carried on the roof
ra
ck system must be included in calculating the
loaded weight of the vehicle. Do not exceed
the maximum vehicle capacity when loading
the vehicle, including cargo carried on the roof
rack system and passengers and cargo carried
in the vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits
3191.
A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) is
located above the rear window glass. Make
sure items loaded on the roof of the vehicle do
not block or damage the CHMSL.