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GMC Yukonyukon Xldenali 2017 Owner's Manual

Yukon/Yukon XL/Denali
Owner’s Manual
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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
In Brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Keys, Doors, and Windows . . . . . 28
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Instruments and Controls . . . . . . 124
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . 190
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . . 199
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 283
Service and Maintenance . . . . . 374
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 388
Customer Information . . . . . . . . . 391
Reporting Safety Defects . . . . . . 401
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 405
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415
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Introduction

The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, GMC, the GMC Truck Emblem, YUKON, and DENALI are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Company” for GMC wherever it appears in this manual.
Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 23476165 A First Printing
This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual.
Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features.
Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.

Canadian Vehicle Owners

A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from:
Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante:
Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 USA

Using this Manual

To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.

Danger, Warning, and Caution

Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
©
2016 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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Danger
{
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
Warning
{
Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do Not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”

Symbols

The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator.
M : Shown when the owner
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.
manual has additional instructions or information.
* : Shown when the service
manual has additional instructions or information.
0 : Shown when there is more
information on another page — “see page.”
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the Index.
0 : Adjustable Pedals 9 : Airbag Readiness Light ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) g : Audio Steering Wheel Controls
or OnStar
®
(if equipped)
$ : Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System
I : Cruise Control
` : Do Not Puncture ^ : Do Not Service
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
O : Exterior Lamps
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
# : Fog Lamps
. : Fuel Gauge
+ : Fuses
3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
( : Heated Steering Wheel j : LATCH System Child Restraints
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure
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g : Outside Power Foldaway
Mirrors
O : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start
> : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
_ : Tow/Haul Mode d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak
a : Under Pressure
M : Windshield Washer Fluid
®
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In Brief

Four-Wheel Drive . . .. . . . . . . . . . . 19
Vehicle Features
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Door Locks . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Third Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Heated and Ventilated Seats . . . 13
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 13
Safety Belts . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Passenger Sensing System . . . 14
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 15
Throttle and Brake Pedal
Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Exterior Lighting . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 17
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 20
Cruise Control . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Forward Automatic
Braking (FAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 21
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 22
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 22
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Power Outlets . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Universal Remote System . . . . . 23
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic
Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 25
Fuel (L83 5.3L V8 Engine) . . . . . 25
Fuel (L86 6.2L V8 Engine) . . . . . 25
E85 or FlexFuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 26
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Roadside Assistance
Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
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Instrument Panel

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1. Air Vents 0 196.
2. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0 155 (If Equipped).
g Traction Control/Electronic
3. Stability Control 0 239.
j Power Assist Steps 0 49 (If
Equipped).
X Parking Assist Button (If
Equipped). See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 252.
A Lane Departure Warning
(LDW) 0 261 (If Equipped).
0 Pedal Adjust Switch (If
Equipped). See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 0 216.
4. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals 0 185.
Windshield Wiper/ Washer 0 126.
5. Favorite Switches (Out of View). See “Steering Wheel Controls” in the infotainment manual.
Volume Switches (Out of View). See “Steering Wheel Controls” in the infotainment manual.
6. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 185.
7. Instrument Cluster 0 134.
8. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 227.
Tow/Haul Selector Button. See Tow/Haul Mode 0 232.
Range Selection Mode (If Equipped). See Manual Mode 0 230.
9. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 184.
10. Infotainment 0 190.
11. Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 191.
12. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 68.
13. Rear Climate Control Buttons. See Rear Climate Control System 0 195.
14. Ignition Positions (Keyless
Access) 0 219 or Ignition Positions (Key Access) 0 217.
15. Steering Wheel Controls. See the infotainment manual.
16. Horn 0 126.
17. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 125.
18. Hood Release. See Hood 0 286.
19. Cruise Control 0 242.
Adaptive Cruise Control 0 244
(If Equipped).
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 255 (If Equipped).
20. Trailer Brake Control Panel (If Equipped). See Towing Equipment 0 274.
21. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 144.
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22. Automatic Transfer Case Knob (If Equipped). See Four-Wheel Drive 0 233.
23. Parking Brake 0 237.
24. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 181.
Fog Lamps 0 186 (If Equipped).
25. Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 186.

Initial Drive Information

This section provides a brief overview about some of the important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner’s manual.

Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors and it may work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from the vehicle.
Key Access RKE Transmitter with
Remote Start
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7 : Press and release to initiate
vehicle locate. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sounds three times.
Press
7 and hold for more than
three seconds to sound the panic alarm.
Press
7 again to cancel the panic
alarm.
See Keys (Keyless Access) 0 31 or
Keyless Access RKE Transmitter
with Remote Start
K : Press to unlock the driver door.
Press
K again within three seconds
to unlock all remaining doors.
Q : Press to lock all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized. See Vehicle Personalization 0 170.
b : Press twice to open or close
the liftgate. Press once to stop the liftgate from moving.
c : Press twice to open the
liftglass.
Keys (Key Access) 0 28 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 32.

Remote Vehicle Start

The engine can be started from outside of the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Press and release Q on the
RKE transmitter.
2. Immediately press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash.
Start the vehicle normally after entering.
/
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn on.
Remote start can be extended.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start, do one of the following:
.
Press and hold parking lamps turn off.
.
Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.
Turn the vehicle on and then off.
See Remote Vehicle Start 0 40.
/ until the

Door Locks

To lock or unlock the doors from inside the vehicle:
.
Press
Q or K on a power door
lock switch.
.
Pushing down the manual lock knob on the driver door will lock all doors. Pushing down the lock knob on a passenger door will lock that door only.
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Pulling the door handle once will unlock that door. Pulling the handle again will unlatch it.
To lock or unlock the doors from outside the vehicle press
the RKE transmitter. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) 0 34 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) 0 32.
Power Door Locks
Q or K on
See Door Locks 0 41.
Keyless Access
If equipped with Keyless Access, the RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the driver door. Pressing the button on the driver door handle will unlock the driver door. If the handle button is pressed again within five seconds, the passenger doors and liftgate will unlock. See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) 0 34 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) 0 32.

Liftgate

To open the liftgate, press K on the power door lock switch or press
on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter twice to unlock all doors. Press the touch pad on the underside of the liftgate handle and lift up. See Remote Keyless Entry
(RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access) 0 34 or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access) 0 32.
K
Q : Press to lock the doors.
K : Press to unlock the doors.
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Use the pull cup to lower and close the liftgate. Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate. This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched.

Windows

Power Liftgate Operation
If equipped with a power liftgate, the switch is on the overhead console. The vehicle must be in P (Park).
Choose the power liftgate mode by selecting MAX or 3/4. Press
the overhead console. On the RKE transmitter press
Pressing and releasing liftgate is moving stops the liftgate. Pressing again reverses the direction.
To close, press of the liftgate next to the latch.
To disable the power liftgate function, select OFF on the liftgate switch. See Liftgate 0 44.
b twice quickly.
l on the bottom
8 on
b while the
The windows work when the vehicle is in ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 223.
Press or pull the switch to open or close the window.

Seat Adjustment

Power Seats
To adjust the seat:
.
Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward.
.
Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down.
.
Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down.
See Power Seat Adjustment 0 64.
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Reclining Seatbacks
To recline the seatback:
.
Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline.
.
Tilt the top of the control forward to raise.
See Reclining Seatbacks 0 65.
Lumbar Adjustment
To adjust the lumbar support:
.
Press and hold the control forward to increase or rearward to decrease upper and lower lumbar support at the same time.
.
Press and hold the control up to increase upper lumbar support and decrease lower lumbar support.
Press and hold the control down to increase lower lumbar support and decrease upper lumbar support.
See Lumbar Adjustment 0 65.

Memory Features

The SET, 1, 2, and B (Exit) buttons on the driver door are used to manually store and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, power tilt and telescoping steering column, and adjustable pedals.
Automatic Memory Recall and/or Easy Exit Recall features may be enabled in the vehicle personalization menus to automatically recall positions stored
to the 1, 2, and
B buttons.
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See Memory Seats 0 66 and Vehicle Personalization 0 170.

Heated and Ventilated Seats

Second Row Seats

The second row seatbacks can be folded for additional cargo space, or the seats can be folded and tumbled for easy entry/exit to the third row seats. The seatbacks also recline.
See Second Row Seats 0 70.

Third Row Seats

Third row seatbacks can be folded. See Third Row Seats 0 75.
The buttons are on the center stack below the climate control system. To operate, the engine must be running.
I to heat the driver or
Press passenger seatback only.
J to heat the driver or
Press passenger seat cushion and seatback.
C to ventilate the driver or
Press passenger seat.
See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 68.

Head Restraint Adjustment

Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
See Head Restraints 0 63 and Power Seat Adjustment 0 64.
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Safety Belts

Refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly:
.
Safety Belts 0 77.
.
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly 0 78.
.
Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 79.
.
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 105.

Passenger Sensing System

United States
Canada and Mexico
The passenger sensing system will turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. See Passenger
Sensing System 0 92
The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 142.

Mirror Adjustment

Interior Mirror
Adjustment
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.
Manual Rearview Mirror
Push the tab forward for daytime use and pull it rearward for nighttime use to avoid glare of the headlamps from behind.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
If equipped, the mirror automatically dims to reduce the glare of headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on when the vehicle is started.
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Exterior Mirrors
Power Mirrors
Shown with Power Folding
Mirrors, Manual Folding Similar
To adjust the mirrors:
1. Press (1) or (2) to select the driver or passenger side mirror.
2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the desired direction.
3. Press either (1) or (2) again to deselect the mirror.
See Power Mirrors 0 54.
Folding Mirrors
The outside mirrors can be folded inward to prevent damage when going through an automatic car wash. To fold, pull the mirror toward the vehicle. See Folding Mirrors 0 55.
Power Folding Mirrors
To adjust power folding mirrors, if equipped:
1. Press
2. Press
{ to fold the mirrors
inward.
{ again to return the
mirrors to the driving position.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

Power Tilt and Telescoping Steering Wheel
To adjust the power tilt and telescoping steering wheel:
Press the control to move the steering wheel up and down or forward and rearward.
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.
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Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment

If equipped, the position of the throttle and brake pedals can be changed.
The switch used to adjust the pedals is to the left of the steering wheel.
Press the switch to the left to move the pedals closer to your body. Press the switch to the right to move the pedals away.
See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 0 216.
The vehicle may have a memory function, which lets pedal settings be saved and recalled. See Memory Seats 0 66.

Interior Lighting

Dome Lamps
There are dome lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, if equipped.
To change the dome lamp settings, press the following:
OFF : Turns the lamps off, even when a door is open.
DOOR : The lamps come on automatically when a door is opened.
ON : Turns all dome lamps on.
Reading Lamps
There are reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, if equipped. To operate, the ignition must be in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position or using Retained Accessory Power (RAP).
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The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel.
There are four positions.
O : Turns off the automatic
headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Turn the headlamp control to the off position again to
Press m or n next to each reading
lamp to turn it on or off.
For more information on interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 186.

Exterior Lighting

turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on.
For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off position will only work when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
AUTO : Automatically turns on the headlamps, parking lamps, taillamps, instrument panel lights, roof marker lamps (if equipped), and license plate lamps.
; : Turns on the parking lamps
including all lamps, except the headlamps.
5 : Turns on the headlamps with
the parking lamps and instrument panel lights.
See:
.
Exterior Lamp Controls 0 181
.
Fog Lamps 0 186

Windshield Wiper/Washer

The windshield wiper control is on the turn signal lever.
The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band with
FRONT on it.
z
1 : Fast wipes.
w : Slow wipes.
3 INT : Use this setting for
intermittent wipes or Rainsense™. For intermittent wipes, turn the
z
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FRONT band up for more frequent wipes or down for less frequent wipes.
To turn on Rainsense, press AUTO on the lever, then turn the
z

Climate Controls

This system controls the heating, cooling, and ventilation.
z FRONT band on the wiper
lever to adjust the sensitivity.
.
Turn the band up to a higher INT setting for more sensitivity to moisture.
.
Turn the band down to the lower INT setting for less sensitivity to moisture.
Move the band out of the position to deactivate Rainsense.
OFF : Turns the windshield wipers off.
8 : For a single wipe, turn to 8,
then release. For several wipes, hold the band on
8 longer.
Lm : Push the paddle at the top of
the lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield.
See Windshield Wiper/ Washer 0 126.
3 INT
1. Driver Temperature Control
2. A/C (Air Conditioning)
3. Air Delivery Mode Controls
4. Fan Control
5. Defrost
6. Passenger Temperature Control
7. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature)
8. Rear Window Defogger
9. RCTRL (Rear Climate Control Lockout)
10. Rear Temperature Control
11. Rear Air Delivery Mode Control
12. Rear Fan Control
13. Front Climate Control Power Button
14. Rear AUTO (Automatic Operation)
15. Rear Climate Control Power Button
16. Air Recirculation
17. AUTO (Automatic Operation)
See Dual Automatic Climate Control
System 0 191 and Rear Climate Control System 0 195 (if equipped).
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Transmission

Range Selection Mode
While using Range Selection Mode, cruise control and the Tow/Haul Mode can be used.
Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active. See Tow/Haul Mode 0 232.

Four-Wheel Drive

If equipped with four-wheel drive,
The Range Selection Mode switch, if equipped, is on the shift lever.
1. To enable the Range Selection feature, move the shift lever to the L (Manual Mode) position. The current range will appear next to the L. This is the highest attainable range with all lower gears accessible. As an example, when 5 (Fifth) gear is selected, 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears are available.
2. Tap the plus/minus buttons on the shift lever to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. See Manual Mode 0 230.
you can send the engine's driving power to all four wheels for extra traction.
Automatic Transfer Case
This transfer case knob is to the left of the steering column.
The different drive options that may be available are described following.
2
m (Two-Wheel Drive High) : This
setting is used for driving in most street and highway situations.
AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive) : This setting is ideal for use
when road surface traction conditions are variable.
Do not use AUTO mode to park on a steep grade with poor traction such as ice, snow, mud or gravel. In AUTO mode only the rear wheels will hold the vehicle from sliding when parked. If parking on a steep
grade, use 4 wheels engaged.
m (Four-Wheel Drive High) : Use
4
this setting when extra traction is needed, such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off-road situations.
4
n (Four-Wheel Drive Low) : This
setting sends maximum power to all four wheels. Choose 4
driving in deep sand, mud, or snow, and while climbing or descending steep hills.
m to keep all four
n when
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N (Neutral) : Shift to this setting
only when towing the vehicle. See
Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 361
or Trailer Towing 0 271.
See Four-Wheel Drive 0 233.

Vehicle Features

Infotainment System

See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings.

Steering Wheel Controls

The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment manual.

Cruise Control

5 : Press to turn the system on or
off. The indicator light is white when cruise control is on and turns off when cruise control is off.
SET − : Press briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If cruise control is already active, use to decrease vehicle speed.
+RES : If there is a set speed in memory, press to resume that speed or press and hold to accelerate. If cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed.
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* : Press to disengage cruise
control without erasing the set speed from memory.
See Cruise Control 0 242 or Adaptive Cruise Control 0 244 (If Equipped).
Driver Information
o or p : Press to move between
the interactive display zones in the cluster.
V : Press to open a menu or select
a menu item. Press and hold to reset values on certain screens.
See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 152.
Center (DIC)
The DIC display is in the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems.

Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System

If equipped, FCA may help avoid or reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes. FCA provides a
green indicator, is detected ahead. This indicator displays amber if you follow a vehicle much too closely. When approaching a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA provides a flashing red alert on the windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses the driver seat.
See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 255.
w or x : Press to move up or
down in a list.
V, when a vehicle

Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)

If the vehicle has Forward Collision Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which includes Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA). When the system detects a vehicle ahead in your path that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into, it can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle. This can help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forward gear.
See Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 257.

Lane Keep Assist (LKA)

If equipped, LKA may help avoid crashes due to unintentional lane departures. It may assist by gently turning the steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using a turn signal in that direction. It may also provide a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert as the lane marking is crossed. The system will not assist or alert if
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it detects that you are actively steering. Override LKA by turning the steering wheel. LKA uses a camera to detect lane markings between 60 km/h (37 mph) and 180 km/h (112 mph).
See Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
0 261 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 261.

Lane Change Alert (LCA)

If equipped, the LCA system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone (or spot) areas or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behind. The LCA warning display will light up in the corresponding outside side mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on. The Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system is included as part of the LCA system.
See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
0 259 and Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 259.

Rear Vision Camera (RVC)

If equipped, RVC displays a view of the area behind the vehicle on the infotainment display when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse) to aid with parking and low-speed backing maneuvers.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 252.

Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System

If equipped, the RCTA system uses a triangle with an arrow displayed on the infotainment display to warn of traffic behind your vehicle that may cross your vehicle's path while in R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will sound, or the driver seat will pulse.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 252.

Parking Assist

If equipped, Rear Parking Assist (RPA) uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph). RPA may display a warning triangle on the Rear Vision Camera screen and a graphic on the instrument cluster to provide the object distance. In addition, multiple beeps or seat pulses may occur if very close to an object.
The vehicle may also have the Front Parking Assist system.
See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 252.

Power Outlets

Power Outlets 12-Volt Direct Current
Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone, MP3 player, etc.
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The vehicle may have up to five accessory power outlets:
Vehicles with a Center Console
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One in front of the cupholders on the center console.
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One inside the center storage console.
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One on the rear of the center storage console.
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One in the third row seat on the driver side.
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One in the rear cargo area on the passenger side.
Vehicles with Bench Seats
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One on the center stack below the climate control system.
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One in the storage area on the bench seat.
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One on the rear of the center armrest storage.
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One in the third row seat area on the driver side.
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One in the rear cargo area on the passenger side.
Lift the cover to access and replace when not in use.
See Power Outlets 0 130.

Universal Remote System

If equipped with the Universal Remote system, these buttons will be in the front overhead console.
This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices.
See Universal Remote System 0 177.

Sunroof

1. SLIDE Switch
2. TILT Switch
If equipped, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is on or in ACC/ACCESSORY, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 223.
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Slide Switch
Express-Open/Express-Close : To
express-open the sunroof, fully press and release
express-close the sunroof, fully press and release
the switch again to stop the movement.
Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To open the sunroof, press and hold
(1). Release the switch at the desired position. Press and hold
I (1). To
K (1). Press
K (1) to close the sunroof.
Release the switch at the desired position.
Tilt Switch
Vent : From the closed position,
J (2) to vent the sunroof.
press
K (2) to close the
Press sunroof vent.
When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed.
I
The sunroof also has a sunshade which can be pulled forward to block sun rays. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually.
If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the automatic reversal system will detect the object and stop the sunroof.
See Sunroof 0 60.

Performance and Maintenance

Traction Control/ Electronic Stability Control

The vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin and the StabiliTrak system that assists with directional control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. Both systems come on automatically when the vehicle is started and begins to move.
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To turn off traction control, press and release
panel to the left of the steering wheel. The traction off light
displays in the instrument cluster. The appropriate DIC message displays. See Ride
Control System Messages 0 165.
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To turn off both traction control and StabiliTrak, press and
hold
g on the instrument
i
g until i and g illuminate
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in the instrument cluster and the appropriate DIC message displays. See Ride Control System Messages 0 165.
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Press and release turn on both systems.
StabiliTrak will automatically turn on if the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h (35 mph). Traction control will remain off.
See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 239.
g again to

Tire Pressure Monitor

This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 212. The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure is corrected.
The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started, and then turn off as the vehicle is driven. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. Maintain the correct tire pressures.
See Tire Pressure Monitor System 0 335.
Fuel (L83 5.3L V8 Engine)
The low tire pressure warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, stop as soon as possible and inflate
Regular Fuel
Use only unleaded gasoline rated 87 octane or higher in your vehicle. Do not use gasoline with an octane rating lower as it may result in vehicle damage and lower fuel economy. See Fuel 0 263.
Fuel (L86 6.2L V8 Engine)
Premium Recommended Fuel
Use premium 93 octane unleaded gasoline in your vehicle. Unleaded gasoline with an octane rating as low as 87 may be used, but it will reduce performance and fuel economy. See Fuel 0 263.
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E85 or FlexFuel

FlexFuel Possible
Certain models are compatible with E85 fuel. See E85 or FlexFuel 0 265.

Engine Oil Life System

The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
To reset the engine oil life system:
1. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 152.
2. Press and hold The oil life will change to 100%.
The oil life system can also be reset as follows:
1. Display REMAINING OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 152.
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal slowly three times within five seconds.
3. If the display changes to 100%, the system is reset.
See Engine Oil Life System 0 292.
V on the DIC.

Driving for Better Fuel Economy

Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
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Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
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Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
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Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
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When road and weather conditions are appropriate, use cruise control.
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Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require.
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Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
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Combine several trips into a single trip.
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Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire's sidewall near the size.
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Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.

Roadside Assistance Program

U.S.: 1-888-881-3302
TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438
Canada: 1-800-268-6800
New GMC owners are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance Program.
See Roadside Assistance Program 0 395.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Keys (Key Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Keys (Keyless Access) . . . . . . . . 31
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation (Key
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation (Keyless
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 40
Door Locks . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 43
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Power Assist Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Immobilizer Operation (Key
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Immobilizer Operation (Keyless
Access) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Power Mirrors . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Folding Mirrors . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Automatic Dimming Mirror . . . . . 55
Blind Spot Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 57
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . 57
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Child-View Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 50
Keys and Locks

Keys (Key Access)

Warning
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Leaving children in a vehicle with an ignition key or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is dangerous and children or others could be seriously injured or killed. They could operate the power window or other controls or make the vehicle move. The windows will function with the key in the ignition or with the RKE transmitter in the vehicle, and children or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key or an RKE transmitter.
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Warning (Continued)
impacted, and airbags may not deploy. To reduce the risk of unintentional rotation of the ignition key, do not change the way the ignition key and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if equipped, are connected to the provided key rings.
Warning
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If the key is unintentionally rotated while the vehicle is running, the ignition could be moved out of the RUN position. This could be caused by heavy items hanging from the key ring, or by large or long items attached to the key ring that could be contacted by the driver or steering wheel. If the ignition moves out of the RUN position, the engine will shut off, braking and steering power assist may be
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The ignition key and key rings, and RKE transmitter, if equipped, are designed to work together as a system to reduce the risk of unintentionally moving the key out of the RUN position. The ignition key has a small hole to allow attachment of the provided key ring. It is important that any replacement ignition keys have a small hole. See your dealer if a replacement key is required.
The combination and size of the rings that came with your keys were specifically selected for your vehicle. The rings are connected to the key like two links of a chain to reduce the risk of unintentionally
moving the key out of the RUN position. Do not add any additional items to the ring attached to the ignition key. Attach additional items only to the second ring, and limit added items to a few essential keys or small, light items no larger than an RKE transmitter.
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