2015 GMC Yukon Owner's Manual

2015 GMC Yukon owners manual
Year:
2015
Make:
GMC
Model:
Yukon
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(9)

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Size:
6.05 MB

Table of Contents

2015 GMC Yukon/Yukon XL Owner Manual BookTOC
2
Introduction
4
Canadian Vehicle Owners
4
Using this Manual
4
Danger, Warnings, and Cautions
4
Symbols
5
In Brief
8
Instrument Panel
9
Initial Drive Information
11
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
11
Remote Vehicle Start
12
Door Locks
13
Liftgate
13
Windows
14
Seat Adjustment
14
Memory Features
15
Second Row Seats
16
Third Row Seats
16
Heated and Cooled Front Seats
16
Head Restraint Adjustment
17
Safety Belts
17
Passenger Sensing System
17
Mirror Adjustment
18
Steering Wheel Adjustment
19
Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment
19
Interior Lighting
20
Exterior Lighting
21
Windshield Wiper/Washer
22
Climate Controls
23
Transmission
23
Four-Wheel Drive
24
Vehicle Features
25
Infotainment System
25
Steering Wheel Controls
25
Cruise Control
25
Driver Information Center (DIC)
26
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
26
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
26
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
27
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
27
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System
27
Parking Assist
27
Active Emergency Braking System
27
Power Outlets
28
Universal Remote System
28
Sunroof
29
Performance and Maintenance
30
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
30
Tire Pressure Monitor
30
Engine Oil Life System
31
E85 or FlexFuel
31
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
31
Roadside Assistance Program
32
OnStarĀ®
32
Keys, Doors, and Windows
34
Keys and Locks
35
Keys (Keys)
35
Keys (Keyless)
37
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
38
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key)
38
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless)
41
Remote Vehicle Start
48
Door Locks
49
Power Door Locks
50
Delayed Locking
51
Automatic Door Locks
51
Lockout Protection
51
Safety Locks
51
Doors
52
Liftgate
52
Power Assist Steps
56
Vehicle Security
57
Vehicle Alarm System
57
Immobilizer
59
Immobilizer Operation (Key Access)
59
Immobilizer Operation (Keyless Access)
60
Exterior Mirrors
61
Convex Mirrors
61
Power Mirrors
62
Folding Mirrors
62
Heated Mirrors
63
Automatic Dimming Mirror
63
Blind Spot Mirrors
63
Reverse Tilt Mirrors
64
Interior Mirrors
64
Interior Rearview Mirrors
64
Manual Rearview Mirror
64
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
65
Child-View Mirror
65
Windows
65
Power Windows
66
Sun Visors
68
Roof
68
Sunroof
68
Seats and Restraints
70
Head Restraints
71
Front Seats
72
Center Seat
72
Power Seat Adjustment
72
Lumbar Adjustment
73
Reclining Seatbacks
73
Memory Seats
74
Heated and Cooled Front Seats
76
Rear Seats
78
Heated Rear Seats
78
Second Row Seats
79
Third Row Seats
83
Safety Belts
87
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
89
Lap-Shoulder Belt
90
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
95
Lap Belt
95
Safety Belt Extender
96
Safety System Check
96
Safety Belt Care
96
Replacing Safety Belt System Parts after a Crash
97
Airbag System
97
Where Are the Airbags?
99
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
101
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
102
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
103
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
103
Passenger Sensing System
104
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
109
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
109
Airbag System Check
110
Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash
111
Child Restraints
111
Older Children
111
Infants and Young Children
113
Child Restraint Systems
116
Where to Put the Restraint
118
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
119
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
128
Securing Child Restraints (Center Front Seat)
128
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat)
128
Securing Child Restraints (Front Passenger Seat)
131
Storage
136
Storage Compartments
136
Instrument Panel Storage
136
Glove Box
136
Cupholders
136
Sunglasses Storage
137
Armrest Storage
137
Rear Storage
137
Center Console Storage
137
Additional Storage Features
138
Cargo Cover
138
Roof Rack System
139
Instruments and Controls
140
Controls
141
Steering Wheel Adjustment
141
Steering Wheel Controls
142
Heated Steering Wheel
142
Horn
142
Windshield Wiper/Washer
142
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
144
Compass
145
Clock
145
Power Outlets
146
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
149
Instrument Cluster
150
Speedometer
152
Odometer
152
Trip Odometer
152
Tachometer
152
Fuel Gauge
153
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
154
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
155
Voltmeter Gauge
155
Safety Belt Reminders
156
Airbag Readiness Light
157
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
157
Charging System Light
158
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
159
Brake System Warning Light
161
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
162
Tow/Haul Mode Light
163
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Light
163
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
163
Traction Off Light
163
StabiliTrakĀ® OFF Light
164
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrakĀ® Light
164
Tire Pressure Light
164
Low Fuel Warning Light
165
Security Light
165
High-Beam On Light
165
Front Fog Lamp Light
166
Lamps On Reminder
166
Cruise Control Light
166
Information Displays
167
Driver Information Center (DIC)
167
Vehicle Messages
170
Battery Voltage and Charging Messages
170
Brake System Messages
171
Compass Messages
171
Cruise Control Messages
171
Door Ajar Messages
172
Engine Cooling System Messages
172
Engine Oil Messages
173
Engine Power Messages
174
Fuel System Messages
174
Key and Lock Messages
174
Lamp Messages
175
Object Detection System Messages
175
Ride Control System Messages
177
Airbag System Messages
178
Security Messages
178
Steering System Messages
179
Tire Messages
179
Transmission Messages
180
Vehicle Reminder Messages
181
Washer Fluid Messages
182
Vehicle Personalization
183
Universal Remote System
191
Universal Remote System Programming
191
Universal Remote System Operation
193
Lighting
196
Exterior Lighting
196
Exterior Lamp Controls
196
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
197
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
197
Flash-to-Pass
197
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
198
Automatic Headlamp System
198
Hazard Warning Flashers
199
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
199
Fog Lamps
200
Interior Lighting
201
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
201
Dome Lamps
201
Reading Lamps
201
Lighting Features
202
Entry Lighting
202
Exit Lighting
202
Battery Load Management
203
Battery Power Protection
203
Infotainment System
204
Introduction
204
Infotainment
204
Climate Controls
206
Climate Control Systems
206
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
206
Rear Climate Control System
210
Air Vents
211
Maintenance
212
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
212
Service
213
Driving and Operating
214
Driving Information
215
Distracted Driving
215
Defensive Driving
216
Drunk Driving
216
Control of a Vehicle
216
Braking
216
Steering
217
Off-Road Recovery
217
Loss of Control
218
Off-Road Driving
218
Driving on Wet Roads
223
Hill and Mountain Roads
224
Winter Driving
225
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
226
Vehicle Load Limits
227
Starting and Operating
232
New Vehicle Break-In
232
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
233
Ignition Positions (Key Access)
233
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)
235
Starting the Engine
237
Engine Heater
239
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
240
Shifting Into Park
241
Shifting out of Park
242
Parking over Things That Burn
243
Active Fuel ManagementĀ®
243
Engine Exhaust
243
Running the Vehicle While Parked
244
Automatic Transmission
244
Manual Mode
247
Tow/Haul Mode
249
Drive Systems
250
Four-Wheel Drive
250
Brakes
254
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
254
Parking Brake
255
Brake Assist
256
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
256
Ride Control Systems
257
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
257
Magnetic Ride Control
259
Locking Rear Axle
259
Automatic Level Control
260
Cruise Control
260
Adaptive Cruise Control
263
Driver Assistance Systems
270
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
271
Assistance Systems for Driving
274
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
274
Active Emergency Braking System
276
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
278
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
279
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
281
Fuel
282
California Fuel Requirements
283
Fuels in Foreign Countries
284
Fuel Additives
284
E85 or FlexFuel
284
Filling the Tank
285
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
286
Trailer Towing
287
General Towing Information
287
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
287
Towing Equipment
295
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
301
Conversions and Add-Ons
302
Add-On Electrical Equipment
302
Vehicle Care
304
General Information
305
California Proposition 65 Warning
305
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
306
Accessories and Modifications
306
Vehicle Checks
306
Doing Your Own Service Work
306
Hood
307
Engine Compartment Overview
308
Engine Oil
309
Engine Oil Life System
312
Automatic Transmission Fluid
313
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
316
Cooling System
317
Engine Coolant
318
Engine Overheating
321
Engine Fan
322
Washer Fluid
323
Brakes
323
Brake Fluid
324
Battery
326
Four-Wheel Drive
327
Front Axle
327
Rear Axle
328
Noise Control System
329
Starter Switch Check
330
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
330
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
330
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
331
Wiper Blade Replacement
331
Glass Replacement
332
Windshield Replacement
332
Headlamp Aiming
332
Bulb Replacement
333
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
333
LED Lighting
333
Headlamps
333
Front Turn Signal Lamps
333
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Stoplamps, and Back-Up Lamps
334
License Plate Lamp
335
Replacement Bulbs
336
Electrical System
336
Electrical System Overload
336
Fuses
336
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
337
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left)
341
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right)
343
Rear Compartment Fuse Block
346
Wheels and Tires
347
Tires
347
All-Season Tires
348
Winter Tires
348
Low-Profile Tires
349
All-Terrain Tires
349
Tire Sidewall Labeling
349
Tire Designations
351
Tire Terminology and Definitions
352
Tire Pressure
354
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
356
Tire Pressure Monitor System
356
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
357
Tire Inspection
361
Tire Rotation
361
When It Is Time for New Tires
362
Buying New Tires
363
Different Size Tires and Wheels
365
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
365
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
367
Wheel Replacement
367
Tire Chains
368
If a Tire Goes Flat
369
Tire Changing
370
Full-Size Spare Tire
380
Jump Starting
381
Towing the Vehicle
384
Recreational Vehicle Towing
384
Appearance Care
389
Exterior Care
389
Interior Care
394
Floor Mats
397
Service and Maintenance
400
General Information
400
Maintenance Schedule
401
Special Application Services
407
Additional Maintenance and Care
408
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
411
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
411
Maintenance Replacement Parts
412
Maintenance Records
414
Technical Data
416
Vehicle Identification
416
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
416
Service Parts Identification Label
416
Vehicle Data
417
Capacities and Specifications
417
Engine Drive Belt Routing
418
Customer Information
420
Customer Information
420
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
420
Customer Assistance Offices
422
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
423
Online Owner Center
423
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
424
Roadside Assistance Program
424
Scheduling Service Appointments
426
Courtesy Transportation Program
427
Collision Damage Repair
428
Service Publications Ordering Information
430
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
431
Radio Frequency Statement
431
Reporting Safety Defects
432
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
432
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
432
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
432
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
433
Event Data Recorders
433
OnStarĀ®
434
Infotainment System
434
OnStar
436
OnStar Overview
436
OnStar Services
437
Emergency
437
Security
438
Navigation
438
Connections
439
Vehicle Diagnostics
441
OnStar Additional Information
441
Index
446
Index_A
446
Index_B
447
Index_C
447
Index_D
448
Index_E
449
Index_F
449
Index_G
450
Index_H
450
Index_I
451
Index_J
451
Index_K
451
Index_L
451
Index_M
452
Index_N
453
Index_O
453
Index_P
453
Index_R
454
Index_S
455
Index_T
456
Index_U
457
Index_V
457
Index_W
458

2015 GMC Yukon Overview

Introduction

The 2015 GMC Yukon stands as a remarkable full-size SUV that combines luxury, functionality, and unparalleled performance. Designed for families and adventurers alike, this model boasts a bold exterior and a spacious interior that can comfortably accommodate up to nine passengers. Built on a robust platform, the Yukon emphasizes GMC's commitment to quality and reliability, making it a top choice for those seeking a versatile vehicle that can handle any journey with ease.

Powertrains

The 2015 Yukon offers two powerful engine options to cater to various driving preferences. The standard engine is a 5.3-liter V8, generating an impressive 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. For those who crave even greater power, there is an optional 6.2-liter V8 engine that delivers a commanding 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque. With available all-wheel drive, the Yukon provides exceptional traction and stability in various weather conditions, making it ideal for both urban and off-road adventures.

Trims

The 2015 GMC Yukon is available in several trims, including the base Yukon, Yukon SLE, Yukon SLT, and the luxurious Yukon Denali. Each trim level comes equipped with a unique set of features, allowing buyers to select the perfect balance between luxury and practicality. From standard conveniences to premium upgrades, the Yukon's trims cater to every taste and necessity.

Features

Inside the 2015 Yukon, you'll find a wealth of technology and safety features designed for both comfort and convenience. Standard features include a touchscreen infotainment system, Bluetooth connectivity, rearview camera, and tri-zone climate control. Higher trims add advanced options like a premium audio system, navigation, heated and ventilated seats, and a rear-seat entertainment system. The Yukon also prioritizes safety with features such as forward collision alert, lane departure warning, and parking assist.

Owner's Manual

The 2015 GMC Yukon owner's manual serves as an essential resource for new owners, detailing vehicle operation, maintenance schedules, and warranty information. It provides valuable insights into maximizing performance and understanding the full range of features. From troubleshooting tips to information on recommended accessories, the manual is a comprehensive guide, ensuring that owners can enjoy their Yukon's capabilities to the fullest.

User manual download

The GMC Yukon owner manual for the 2015 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2015 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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