2021 GMC YUKON fluids

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blades. Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup
of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause
wiper streaking.
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or
damaged. Damage can be caused by
extreme dusty conditions, sand, salt, heat,
sun, snow, and ice.
Weatherstrips
Apply weatherstrip lubricant on
weatherstrips to make them last longer, seal
better, and not stick or squeak. Lubricate
weatherstrips at least once a year. Hot, dry
climates may require more frequent
application. Black marks from rubber
material on painted surfaces can be removed
by rubbing with a clean cloth. See
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants0392.
Tires
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean
the tires.
Caution
Using petroleum-based tire dressing
products on the vehicle may damage the
paint finish and/or tires. When applying a
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tire dressing, always wipe off any
overspray from all painted surfaces on
the vehicle.
Wheels and Wheel Trim
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and
water to clean the wheels. After rinsing
thoroughly with clean water, dry with a
soft, clean towel. A wax may then be
applied.
Caution
Chrome wheels and chrome wheel trim
may be damaged if the vehicle is not
washed after driving on roads that have
been sprayed with magnesium chloride or
calcium chloride. These are used on roads
for conditions such as dust and ice.
Always wash the chrome with soap and
water after exposure.
Caution
To avoid surface damage on wheels and
wheel trim, do not use strong soaps,
chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners,
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or brushes. Use only GM approved
cleaners. Do not drive the vehicle through
an automatic car wash that uses silicon
carbide tire/wheel cleaning brushes.
Damage could occur and the repairs
would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Brake System
Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for
proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear
and rotors for surface condition. Inspect
drum brake linings/shoes for wear or cracks.
Inspect all other brake parts.
Steering, Suspension, and Chassis
Components
Visually inspect steering, suspension, and
chassis components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of wear at least
once a year.
Inspect power steering for proper
attachment, connections, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc.

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Service and Maintenance
General Information
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384
Special Application Services
Special Application Services . . . . . . . . . . . 390
Additional Maintenance and Care
Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . 390
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and
Parts
Recommended Fluids andLubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392
Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . 394
Maintenance Records
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395
General Information
This maintenance section applies to vehicles
with a gasoline engine. For diesel engine
vehicles, see "Maintenance Schedule" in the
Duramax diesel supplement.
Your vehicle is an important investment.
This section describes the required
maintenance for the vehicle. Follow this
schedule to help protect against major repair
expenses resulting from neglect or
inadequate maintenance. It may also help to
maintain the value of the vehicle if it is
sold. It is the responsibility of the owner to
have all required maintenance performed.
Your dealer has trained technicians who can
perform required maintenance using genuine
replacement parts. They have up-to-date
tools and equipment for fast and accurate
diagnostics. Many dealers have extended
evening and Saturday hours, courtesy
transportation, and online scheduling to
assist with service needs.
Your dealer recognizes the importance of
providing competitively priced maintenance
and repair services. With trained technicians,
the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil changes and tire
rotations and additional maintenance items
like tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper blades.
Caution
Damage caused by improper maintenance
can lead to costly repairs and may not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Maintenance intervals, checks,
inspections, recommended fluids, and
lubricants are important to keep the
vehicle in good working condition.
Do not have chemical flushes that are not
approved by GM performed on the
vehicle. The use of flushes, solvents,
cleaners, or lubricants that are not
approved by GM could damage the
vehicle, requiring expensive repairs that
are not covered by the vehicle warranty.
The Tire Rotation and Required Services are
the responsibility of the vehicle owner. It is
recommended to have your dealer perform
these services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi.
Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep
the vehicle in good working condition,
improves fuel economy, and reduces vehicle
emissions.

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.Trained dealer technicians have access to
tools and equipment to inspect the brakes
and recommend quality parts engineered
for the vehicle.
Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved fluids
protect the vehicle’s systems and
components. See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants 0392 for GM approved fluids.
.Engine oil and windshield washer fluid
levels should be checked at every fuel fill.
.Instrument cluster lights may come on to
indicate that fluids may be low and need
to be filled.
Hoses
Hoses transport fluids and should be
regularly inspected to ensure that there are
no cracks or leaks. With a multi-point
inspection, your dealer can inspect the hoses
and advise if replacement is needed.
Lamps
Properly working headlamps, taillamps, and
brake lamps are important to see and be
seen on the road.
.Signs that the headlamps need attention
include dimming, failure to light, cracking,
or damage. The brake lamps need to be
checked periodically to ensure that they
light when braking.
.With a multi-point inspection, your dealer
can check the lamps and note any
concerns.
Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control for a
smoother ride.
.Signs of wear may include steering wheel
vibration, bounce/sway while braking,
longer stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.
.As part of the multi-point inspection,
trained dealer technicians can visually
inspect the shocks and struts for signs of
leaking, blown seals, or damage, and can
advise when service is needed.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated, rotated,
and balanced. Maintaining the tires can save
money and fuel, and can reduce the risk of
tire failure.
.Signs that the tires need to be replaced
include three or more visible treadwear
indicators; cord or fabric showing through
the rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread or
sidewall; or a bulge or split in the tire.
.Trained dealer technicians can inspect and
recommend the right tires. Your dealer
can also provide tire/wheel balancing
services to ensure smooth vehicle
operation at all speeds. Your dealer sells
and services name brand tires.
Vehicle Care
To help keep the vehicle looking like new,
vehicle care products are available from your
dealer. For information on how to clean and
protect the vehicle’s interior and exterior,
see Interior Care 0378 and
Exterior Care 0374.
Wheel Alignment
Wheel alignment is critical for ensuring that
the tires deliver optimal wear and
performance.
.Signs that the alignment may need to be
adjusted include pulling, improper vehicle
handling, or unusual tire wear.
.Your dealer has the required equipment
to ensure proper wheel alignment.

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Windshield
For safety, appearance, and the best
viewing, keep the windshield clean and
clear.
.Signs of damage include scratches, cracks,
and chips.
.Trained dealer technicians can inspect the
windshield and recommend proper
replacement if needed.
Wiper Blades
Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept in
good condition to provide a clear view.
.Signs of wear include streaking, skipping
across the windshield, and worn or split
rubber.
.Trained dealer technicians can check the
wiper blades and replace them when
needed.
Recommended Fluids,
Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
This maintenance section applies to vehicles
with a gasoline engine. If the vehicle has a
diesel engine, see “Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants” in the Duramax diesel
supplement.
Fluids and lubricants identified below by
name or specification, including fluids or
lubricants not listed here, can be obtained
from your dealer.

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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . . . 396
Service Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . 396
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . . . . . 396
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
This legal identifier is in the front corner of
the instrument panel, on the driver side of
the vehicle. It can be seen through the
windshield from outside. The Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) also appears on
the Vehicle Certification label and certificates
of title and registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the VIN is the
engine code. This code identifies the
vehicle's engine, specifications, and
replacement parts. See“Engine
Specifications” underCapacities and
Specifications 0396 for the vehicle's
engine code.
Service Parts Identification
There may be a large barcode on the
certification label on the center pillar that
you can scan for the following information:
.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
.Model designation
.Paint information
.Production options
If there is not a large barcode on this label,
then you will find this same information on
a label inside of the glove box.
Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are
given in metric and English conversions. See
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0392.
If the vehicle has a diesel engine, see the
Duramax diesel supplement.

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Lights (cont'd)Service Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Lock Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Locking Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Locks
Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Low-Profile Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
M
Magnetic Ride Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
MaintenanceRecords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395 Maintenance and Care
Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 384 Recommended Fluids andLubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392
Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Map Data Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Media
Avoiding Untrusted Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Messages Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Mirror Rear Camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Mirrors Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Automatic Dimming Rearview . . . . . . . . . . 30
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Manual Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Tilt in Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Mirrors, Interior Rearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Driver Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Monitor System, Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Multi-band Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
N
Navigation Connected Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 415
Destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Using the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Navigation Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
Net, Convenience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
O
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216 Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 216
Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Oil
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Older Children, Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 409

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426 Index
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
RecognitionVoice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 176
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . 392
Records Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 371
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 402
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Replacement Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 330
Replacement Parts
Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 394
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407 Restraints
Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . 229
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Ride Control Systems Magnetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 247
Roads
Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Roadside Assistance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . 402
Roof Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 398
Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . 232
S
Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 408
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 403
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Seat Belts (cont'd)
How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . . . . . 54
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Seats
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Heated and Ventilated Front . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Second Row . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Third Row Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . 84, 86, 88
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 411
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 Accessories and Modifications . . . . . . . . . 309
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Maintenance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 395