2019 GMC Yukon XL Owner's Manual

2019 GMC Yukon XL owners manual
Year:
2019
Make:
GMC
Model:
Yukon XL
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(6)

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7.81 MB
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Table of Contents

Canadian Vehicle Owners
3
Using this Manual
3
Danger, Warning, and Caution
3
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
9
Remote Vehicle Start
10
Door Locks
10
Liftgate
11
Windows
12
Seat Adjustment
12
Memory Features
13
Second Row Seats
13
Third Row Seats
14
Heated and Ventilated Seats
14
Head Restraint Adjustment
14
Seat Belts
14
Passenger Sensing System
15
Mirror Adjustment
15
Steering Wheel Adjustment
16
Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment
17
Interior Lighting
17
Exterior Lighting
18
Windshield Wiper/Washer
19
Climate Controls
20
Transmission
20
Infotainment System
22
Steering Wheel Controls
22
Cruise Control
22
Driver Information Center (DIC)
22
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
23
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
23
Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
23
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
23
Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
24
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System
24
Park Assist
24
Power Outlets
24
Universal Remote System
25
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
26
Tire Pressure Monitor
26
Fuel (L83 5.3L V8 Engine)
27
Fuel (L86 6.2L V8 Engine)
27
E85 or FlexFuel
27
Engine Oil Life System
28
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
28
Keys (Keyless Access)
29
Keys (Key Access)
30
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
33
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Keyless Access)
34
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation (Key Access)
40
Remote Vehicle Start
43
Door Locks
44
Power Door Locks
45
Delayed Locking
45
Automatic Door Locks
45
Lockout Protection
46
Liftgate
47
Vehicle Alarm System
53
Immobilizer
55
Convex Mirrors
56
Power Mirrors
57
Folding Mirrors
57
Heated Mirrors
58
Automatic Dimming Mirror
58
Blind Spot Mirrors
58
Interior Rearview Mirrors
60
Manual Rearview Mirror
60
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
60
Power Windows
61
Center Seat
67
Power Seat Adjustment
67
Lumbar Adjustment
68
Reclining Seatbacks
69
Memory Seats
69
Heated Rear Seats (If Equipped)
74
Second Row Seats
75
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly
82
Lap-Shoulder Belt
84
Seat Belt Use During Pregnancy
89
Lap Belt
89
Seat Belt Extender
90
Safety System Check
90
Seat Belt Care
90
Where Are the Airbags?
94
When Should an Airbag Inflate?
95
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
96
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
97
What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates?
97
Passenger Sensing System
98
Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
103
Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
103
Airbag System Check
104
Older Children
105
Infants and Young Children
106
Child Restraint Systems
109
Where to Put the Restraint
110
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System)
112
Replacing LATCH System Parts After a Crash
120
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat)
120
Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat Belt in the Center Front Seat)
123
Instrument Panel Storage
127
Glove Box
127
Cupholders
127
Sunglasses Storage
128
Armrest Storage
128
Rear Storage
128
Center Console Storage
129
Cargo Tie-Downs
130
Convenience Net
130
Steering Wheel Adjustment
133
Steering Wheel Controls
134
Heated Steering Wheel
134
Horn
134
Windshield Wiper/Washer
134
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
136
Compass
137
Clock
137
Power Outlets
138
Instrument Cluster
144
Speedometer
147
Odometer
147
Trip Odometer
147
Tachometer
147
Fuel Gauge
148
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
148
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
149
Transmission Temperature Gauge
150
Voltmeter Gauge
151
Seat Belt Reminders
151
Airbag Readiness Light
152
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
153
Charging System Light
153
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
154
Brake System Warning Light
156
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light
156
Four-Wheel-Drive Light
157
Tow/Haul Mode Light
157
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light
157
Vehicle Ahead Indicator
158
Traction Off Light
158
StabiliTrak OFF Light
158
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light
158
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
159
Tire Pressure Light
159
Engine Oil Pressure Light
160
Low Fuel Warning Light
160
Security Light
160
High-Beam On Light
161
Front Fog Lamp Light
161
Lamps On Reminder
161
Cruise Control Light
161
Driver Information Center (DIC)
162
Engine Power Messages
169
Vehicle Speed Messages
169
Universal Remote System Programming
178
Exterior Lamp Controls
182
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder
184
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
184
Flash-to-Pass
184
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
185
Automatic Headlamp System
185
Hazard Warning Flashers
186
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
186
Instrument Panel Illumination Control
188
Dome Lamps
188
Entry Lighting
189
Exit Lighting
189
Battery Load Management
189
Battery Power Protection
190
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
192
Rear Climate Control System
196
Passenger Compartment Air Filter
198
Distracted Driving
201
Defensive Driving
202
Drunk Driving
202
Control of a Vehicle
202
Braking
202
Steering
203
Off-Road Recovery
203
Loss of Control
204
Off-Road Driving
204
Driving on Wet Roads
209
Hill and Mountain Roads
210
Winter Driving
210
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
211
New Vehicle Break-In
217
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
217
Ignition Positions (Key Access)
218
Ignition Positions (Keyless Access)
220
Starting the Engine
221
Engine Heater
223
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
225
Shifting Into Park
225
Shifting out of Park
226
Parking over Things That Burn
227
Active Fuel Management
227
Manual Mode
232
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
241
Parking Brake
241
Brake Assist
242
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control
243
Hill Descent Control (HDC)
245
Magnetic Ride Control
246
Locking Rear Axle
246
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing
257
Assistance Systems for Driving
261
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System
261
Forward Automatic Braking (FAB)
263
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
265
Lane Change Alert (LCA)
265
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
267
Top Tier Fuel
269
Recommended Fuel (L83 5.3L V8 Engine)
270
Recommended Fuel (L86 6.2L V8 Engine)
270
Prohibited Fuels
270
Fuels in Foreign Countries
271
Fuel Additives
271
E85 or FlexFuel
271
Filling the Tank
272
General Towing Information
274
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
274
Towing Equipment
285
California Proposition 65 Warning
297
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
298
Doing Your Own Service Work
298
Hood
299
Engine Compartment Overview
300
Engine Oil
303
Engine Oil Life System
305
Automatic Transmission Fluid (6-Speed Transmission)
306
Automatic Transmission Fluid (10 Speed Transmission)
309
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
310
Cooling System
311
Engine Overheating
314
Engine Fan
316
Washer Fluid
316
Brakes
317
Brake Fluid
318
Battery - North America
319
Four-Wheel Drive
319
Front Axle
320
Rear Axle
321
Noise Control System
321
Starter Switch Check
322
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check
323
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
323
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
323
Wiper Blade Replacement
324
Glass Replacement
325
Windshield Replacement
325
Gas Strut(s)
325
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
327
LED Lighting
327
Fog Lamps
327
Back-Up Lamps
327
Electrical System Overload
329
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
329
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
330
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right)
334
Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left)
336
Tires
340
All-Season Tires
341
Winter Tires
342
Low-Profile Tires
342
All-Terrain Tires
342
Tire Sidewall Labeling
343
Tire Designations
344
Tire Terminology and Definitions
345
Tire Pressure
347
Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
348
Tire Pressure Monitor System
349
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
350
Tire Inspection
354
Tire Rotation
354
When It Is Time for New Tires
355
Buying New Tires
356
Different Size Tires and Wheels
358
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
358
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
360
Wheel Replacement
360
Tire Chains
361
If a Tire Goes Flat
361
Tire Changing
363
Exterior Care
382
Interior Care
387
General Information
392
Maintenance Schedule
394
Special Application Services
399
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
403
Maintenance Replacement Parts
404
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
407
Capacities and Specifications
408
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
411
Customer Assistance Offices
413
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
414
Online Owner Center
414
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
415
Roadside Assistance Program
415
Scheduling Service Appointments
417
Courtesy Transportation Program
417
Collision Damage Repair
418
Publication Ordering Information
420
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
421
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
422
Event Data Recorders
423
OnStar
424
Emergency
426
Security
427
Navigation
433
Connections
434
Index_A
437
Index_B
438
Index_C
438
Index_D
439
Index_E
440
Index_F
440
Index_G
441
Index_H
441
Index_I
442
Index_J
442
Index_K
442
Index_L
442
Index_M
443
Index_N
444
Index_O
444
Index_P
444
Index_R
445
Index_S
445
Index_T
447
Index_U
447
Index_V
447
Index_W
448

2019 GMC Yukon XL Overview

Introduction

The 2019 GMC Yukon XL stands as a beacon of power, luxury, and versatility within the full-size SUV segment. Designed for families and adventurers alike, this expansive vehicle combines a spacious interior with rugged capabilities. With a commanding presence on the road, the Yukon XL is tailored for those who demand both comfort and functionality without the need to compromise on style.

Powertrains

The 2019 Yukon XL comes equipped with two robust powertrain options to cater to various driving preferences. The standard powertrain is a 5.3-liter V8 engine that generates an impressive 355 horsepower and 383 lb-ft of torque, combined with a 6-speed automatic transmission. For those seeking more power, an optional 6.2-liter V8 engine elevates performance to 420 horsepower and 460 lb-ft of torque, paired with an enhanced 10-speed automatic transmission. Both engines offer the flexibility of rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive configurations, ensuring capability regardless of the terrain.

Trims

The 2019 Yukon XL is available in several trims: the base SLE, the upscale SLT, and the luxurious Denali. Each trim level offers distinct features and levels of sophistication. The SLE provides essential amenities, while the SLT enhances comfort with leather seating, advanced technology, and premium sound systems. The Denali trim takes luxury to the next level with unique styling cues, exclusive materials, and advanced driver-assistance technologies.

Features

This SUV is loaded with a suite of cutting-edge features designed for convenience and entertainment. Highlights include an intuitive infotainment system with a touchscreen interface, smartphone integration, navigation, and advanced safety features such as forward collision alert, lane keep assist, and parking sensors. The spacious interior accommodates up to eight passengers, with ample cargo space available for all your gear.

Owners Manual

The 2019 GMC Yukon XL owners manual is an essential resource for all owners, providing comprehensive guidance on vehicle operation, maintenance schedules, and troubleshooting tips. It enables owners to maximize their experience with this exceptional SUV by ensuring they fully understand its sophisticated features and technologies.

User manual download

The GMC Yukon XL owner manual for the 2019 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2019 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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