2004 GMC YUKON change wheel

Four-Wheel Drive
Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these
vehicles. However, there are two additional systems that
need lubrication.
Transfer Case
When to Check Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly check transfer case uid
unless you suspect there is a leak, or you hear an
unusual noice. A uid loss could indicate a problem.
Have it inspeced and repaired.
How to Check Lubricant
To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a
level surface.
If the level is below the bottom of the ller plug hole,
you’ll need to add some lubricant. Add enough lubricant
to raise the level to the bottom of the ller plug hole.
Use care not to overtighten the plug.
When to Change Lubricant
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how
often to change the lubricant. SeeScheduled
Maintenance on page 6-4.
What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of lubricant to use. SeeRecommended Fluids
and Lubricants on page 6-12.
Automatic Transfer Case
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{CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to
which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts
become loose after a time. The wheel could
come off and cause an accident. When you
change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from
places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle.
In an emergency, you can use a cloth or a
paper towel to do this; but be sure to use a
scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to
get all the rust or dirt off. See “Changing a Flat
Tire” in the Index.
When It Is Time for New Tires
One way to tell when it’s
time for new tires is to
check the treadwear
indicators, which will
appear when your tires
have only 1/16 inch
(1.6 mm) or less of tread
remaining. Some
commercial truck tires may
not have treadwear
indicators.
You need a new tire if any of the following statements
are true:
You can see the indicators at three or more places
around the tire.
You can see cord or fabric showing through the
tire’s rubber.
The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut or snagged
deep enough to show cord or fabric.
The tire has a bump, bulge or split.
The tire has a puncture, cut or other damage that
can’t be repaired well because of the size or
location of the damage.
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Notice:If you have a tire size other than P265/75R16,
LT265/75R16, P265/70R16 or P265/70R17 use tire
chains only where legal and only when you must. Use
chains that are the proper size for your tires. Install
them on the rear tires only.
Don’t use chains on the front tires.
Tighten them as tightly as possible with the ends
securely fastened. Drive slowly and follow the chain
manufacturer’s instructions. If you can hear the
chains contacting your vehicle, stop and retighten
them. If the contact continues, slow down until
it stops. Driving too fast or spinning the wheels with
chains on will damage your vehicle.
If a Tire Goes Flat
It’s unusual for a tire to “blowout” while you’re driving,
especially if you maintain your tires properly. If air goes
out of a tire, it’s much more likely to leak out slowly.
But if you should ever have a “blowout,” here are a few
tips about what to expect and what to do:
If a front tire fails, the at tire will create a drag that
pulls the vehicle toward that side. Take your foot off the
accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel rmly.
Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to
a stop well out of the traffic lane.A rear blowout, particularly on a curve, acts much like a
skid and may require the same correction you’d use
in a skid. In any rear blowout, remove your foot from the
accelerator pedal. Get the vehicle under control by
steering the way you want the vehicle to go. It may be
very bumpy and noisy, but you can still steer. Gently
brake to a stop, well off the road if possible.
{CAUTION:
Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do
maintenance or repairs is dangerous without
the appropriate safety equipment and training.
The jack provided with your vehicle is
designed only for changing a at tire. If it is
used for anything else, you or others could be
badly injured or killed if the vehicle slips off
the jack. Use the jack provided with your
vehicle only for changing a at tire.
If a tire goes at, the next part shows how to use your
jacking equipment to change a at tire safely.
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Changing a Flat Tire
If a tire goes at, avoid further tire and wheel damage
by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on your
hazard warning ashers.
{CAUTION:
Changing a tire can be dangerous. The vehicle
can slip off the jack and roll over or fall on you
or other people. You and they could be badly
injured or even killed. Find a level place to
change your tire. To help prevent the vehicle
from moving:
1. Set the parking brake rmly.
2. Put the shift lever in PARK (P).
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3. Turn off the engine and do not restart
while the vehicle is raised.
4. Do not allow passengers to remain in the
vehicle.
5. Put the wheel blocks at the front and rear
of the tire farthest away from the one
being changed. That would be the tire on
the other side, at the opposite end of the
vehicle.
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{CAUTION:
Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to
which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts
become loose after a time. The wheel could
come off and cause an accident. When you
change a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from
the places where the wheel attaches to the
vehicle. In an emergency, you can use a cloth
or a paper towel to do this; but be sure to use
a scraper or wire brush later, if you need to, to
get all the rust or dirt off.
{CAUTION:
Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If
you do, the nuts might come loose. Your wheel
could fall off, causing a serious accident.6. After mounting the
spare, put the wheel
nuts back on with the
rounded end of the nuts
toward the wheel.
Tighten each wheel nut
by hand. Then use the
wheel wrench to tighten
the nuts until the wheel
is held against the hub.
7. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower
the vehicle. Lower the jack completely.
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Additional Required Services
The following services should be performed at the rst maintenance service (IorII) after the indicated miles
(kilometers) shown for each item.
Additional Required Services
Service25,000
(41 500)50,000
(83 000)75,000
(125 000)100,000
(166 000)125,000
(207 500)150,000
(240 000)
Inspect fuel system for damage or
leaks.••••••
Inspect exhaust system for loose or
damaged components.••••••
Vehicles without a lter restriction
indicator: Replace engine air
cleaner lter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-21.An
Emission Control Service.••••••
Change automatic transmission
uid and lter (severe service).See
footnote (h).•••
Change automatic transmission
uid and lter (normal service).•
Four-wheel drive: Change transfer
case uid.See footnote (g).•••
Inspect evaporative control system.
An Emission Control Service. See
footnotes † and (k).•••
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Folding the Seatback.......................................1-16
Folding the Seatbacks.......................1-9, 1-11, 1-21
Following Distance..........................................4-72
Four-Wheel Drive....................................2-28, 5-53
Four-Wheel-Drive Light....................................3-56
Front Axle......................................................5-54
Front Axle Locking Feature...............................2-29
Front Reading Lamps......................................3-19
Front Storage Area.........................................2-60
Frontal Air Bags.............................................1-77
Fuel............................................................... 5-4
Additives...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel.............................................. 5-5
E-85 (85% Ethanol)....................................... 5-6
Filling a Portable Fuel Container....................5-10
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-8
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-8
Gage.........................................................3-57
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-4
Gasoline Specications.................................. 5-5
Low Warning Light.......................................3-57
Fuel Information Button....................................3-61
FUEL LEVEL LOW.........................................3-72
Fuses
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-113
Windshield Wiper.......................................5-113G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-49
Fuel..........................................................3-57
Oil Pressure...............................................3-55
Speedometer..............................................3-42
Tachometer.................................................3-42
Transmission Temperature.............................3-49
Voltmeter Gage...........................................3-45
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-55
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 5-4
Specications............................................... 5-5
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming........2-58
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving................4-26
Glove Box.....................................................2-60
GM Mobility Program for Persons with
Disabilities.................................................... 7-5
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-6
Head Restraints............................................... 1-7
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.................... 3-9
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Tire Size.......................................................5-67
Tire Terminology and Denitions........................5-69
Tires.............................................................5-63
Buying New Tires........................................5-78
Chains.......................................................5-82
Changing a Flat Tire....................................5-84
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-83
Ination - Tire Pressure................................5-72
Inspection and Rotation................................5-76
Pressure Monitor System..............................5-73
Spare Tire................................................5-102
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-79
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-80
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-81
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-77
Entering or Exiting the Third Row Seats.............. 1-8
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater....................2-24
Top Strap......................................................1-55
Top Strap Anchor Location...............................1-57
Torque Lock...................................................2-40
Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires..................4-69
Tow/Haul Mode...............................................2-28
Tow/Haul Mode Light.......................................3-56
Towing
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-53
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-63
Your Vehicle...............................................4-53Traction
Assist System (TAS)...................................... 4-9
Off Light.....................................................3-48
Stabilitrak
®System......................................4-11
TRACTION ACTIVE........................................3-76
Traction Control Operation................................4-12
TRACTION SYS LIMITED................................3-77
Trailer
Recommendations.......................................4-62
Trailer Brakes.................................................4-70
Trailer Wiring Harness.....................................4-75
Transfer Case........................................5-51, 5-53
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-23
Temperature Gage.......................................3-49
TRANSMISSION HOT.....................................3-76
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-24
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit
Repair Manual............................................7-12
Transportation Options...................................... 7-8
Traveling to Remote Areas...............................4-26
Trip Information Button....................................3-59
Trip Odometer................................................3-42
Turn and Lane Change Signals.......................... 3-8
TURN SIGNAL ON.........................................3-77
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-8
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer..................4-72
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