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GMC Yukon Denali 2013 User Manual

GMC Yukon Denali 2013
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GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual - 2013 - crc2 - 8/15/12
2013 GMC Yukon Denali/Yukon XL Denali Owner Manual M
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . 1-3
Vehicle Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Performance and
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-25
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Additional Storage Features . . . 4-2
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-44
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-52
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-14
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-28
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-39
Trademarks and License
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-47
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-19
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-27
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-28
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-35
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-41
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-48
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-54
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-70

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GMC Yukon Denali 2013 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGMC
ModelYukon Denali 2013
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Overview of the vehicle's instrument panel, including gauges and indicators.

Initial Drive Information

Provides a brief overview of important features for new drivers.

Vehicle Features

Details on various vehicle features like radio, satellite radio, and Bluetooth.

Performance and Maintenance

Information on StabiliTrak, tire pressure, and engine oil life system.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Information on keys, remote keyless entry system, and door lock operations.

Doors

Details on liftgate operation, including manual and power functions.

Vehicle Security

Covers theft-deterrent features and the vehicle alarm system.

Exterior Mirrors

Adjusting convex mirrors, power folding, automatic dimming, and heated mirrors.

Interior Mirrors

Explains automatic dimming rearview mirror adjustment and operation.

Windows

Information on power windows, express-down/up, and anti-pinch features.

Roof

Details on sunroof operation, including vent, open/close, and express functions.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Instructions on adjusting head restraints for proper safety and comfort.

Front Seats

Details on power seat adjustment and lumbar support customization.

Rear Seats

Information on heated rear seats, second row seats, and reclining seatbacks.

Safety Belts

Guidance on proper safety belt use, including for pregnant women and children.

Airbag System

Details on frontal, side-impact, and roof-rail airbags and their operation.

Child Restraints

Guidance on older children, infants, and proper use of child restraint systems.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Details on instrument panel storage, glove box, cupholders, and console storage.

Additional Storage Features

Information on using the cargo cover, tie-downs, and convenience net.

Roof Rack System

Guidelines for safely loading items onto the roof rack system.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Covers steering wheel adjustment and controls for various vehicle functions.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of various warning lights, gauges, and indicators on the instrument cluster.

Information Displays

Details on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and its various displays.

Vehicle Messages

Lists possible vehicle messages displayed on the DIC and their meanings.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Explains the dual automatic climate control system and rear climate control.

Air Vents

Instructions on using and maintaining air vents for optimal airflow.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Covers distracted driving, defensive driving, and drunk driving awareness.

Starting and Operating

Guidance on new vehicle break-in, ignition positions, and starting the engine.

Automatic Transmission

Details on transmission operation, including drive, neutral, reverse, and park positions.

Brakes

Information on ABS, parking brake, brake assist, and hill start assist.

Cruise Control

Instructions on using cruise control, setting speed, and reducing speed.

Object Detection Systems

Details on ultrasonic parking assist and side blind zone alert features.

Fuel

Recommendations on fuel types, specifications, and filling the tank.

Towing

Guidance on general towing information, driving with a trailer, and backing up.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Importance of maintenance for vehicle value and repair cost prevention.

Maintenance Schedule

Owner checks and services required at different intervals.

Special Application Services

Services for severe commercial use and underbody flushing.

Additional Maintenance and Care

Explanation of services and conditions that may indicate required attention.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

List of recommended fluids, lubricants, and their part numbers.

Maintenance Replacement Parts

Identifies replacement parts by name, part number, or specification.

Maintenance Records

A log to record scheduled services, odometer readings, and services performed.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and Service Parts Label.

Vehicle Data

Approximate capacities and specifications for the vehicle in metric and English.

Engine Specifications

Details on engine, VIN code, transmission, and spark plug gap.

Engine Drive Belt Routing

Diagram showing the routing of the engine drive belt.

Customer Information

Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada)

Steps for resolving concerns with dealership management and GM Customer Care.

Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada)

Contact information for GMC Customer Assistance Centers in the U.S. and Canada.

Roadside Assistance Program (U.S. and Canada)

Details on roadside assistance coverage, services provided, and calling for help.

Collision Damage Repair (U.S. and Canada)

Guidance on repairing collision damage and using genuine GM parts.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

Description of the comprehensive in-vehicle system and its status light.

OnStar Services

Details on Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, and Diagnostics services.

OnStar Additional Information

Information on transferring service, reactivation, and how OnStar services work.

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