GMC YUKON - BROCHURE 2010 User manual

2010 GMC yukon
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8-passenger seating
21CITY
yukon denali HyBrid
22HWY.
EPA-ESTIMATED MPG
2WD MODELS
2010 gMC yukon
Yukon HYbrid is a HigHlY refined full-size, no excuses,
eigHt-passenger, 6200-lb-trailering suV1—tHat Has an
epa- estimated mpg of 21 cit Y/22 Hw Y. but we didn’t stop
tHere. now tHe Yukon denali HYbrid combines tHe same
capabilit Y and fuel economY witH tHe full denali fe ature
set. also for 2010, eVerY Yukon Half-ton model features
fuel-saVing2actiVe fuel management. Yukon : it’s wHat
Happens wHen You engineer to exceed expectations.
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yukon HyBrid
in pure silVer metallic
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equipment
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When properly equipped, maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any options necessary to achieve the
rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow.
See your GMC dealer for additional details. 2EPA-estimated mpg Yukon with 5.3L V-8 15 city/21 hwy., Yukon XL with 5.3L V-8 15 city/21 hwy.
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YUKON DENALI
In OnYX BLACK sHOwn wITH
AvAILABLe equIpmenT
TABLE OF CONTENTS
02 _ HYBRID
04 _ pOweR
06 _ TRAILeRInG
08 _ RIDe AnD HAnDLInG
10 _ DenALI InTeRIOR
12 _ COmfORT AnD mORe
14 _ funCTIOnALITY/COnfIGuRATIOns
16 _ sAfeTY
18 – feATuRes AnD OpTIOns
22 – GmC ACCessORIes
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Vortec 6.0L V-8 VVt hybrid equipped
with actiVe FueL management
eLectronicaLLy VariabLe transmission
with integraL eLectric motors
hybrid mode 1: Key to the city
At speeds lower than 27 mph and
with a light load, Mode 1 can em-
ploy electric power alone, engine
power alone or a combination of
both. It reduces fuel consumption
in stop-and-go traffic by shutting
off the engine and operating on
electric power alone. The result—
Yukon Denali has an EPA-estimated
21 mpg in city driving, realizing
a 50-percent improvement over
the non-hybrid engine.
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yuKon hybrid and yuKon denaLi hybrid
whether the engine is operating
as a V-4 or V-8. The transitions
between fuel and electric power
are managed by a Power Control
Management System. Its seamless
operation can be tracked on the
hybrid’s power flow display, which
indicates the use of gasoline or
electric power— or a combination
of the two—or the charging of the
battery with Regenerative Braking.
At the heart of this exercise are
traditional Yukon strengths, which
include a Vortec engine, in this
case, a V-8 featuring Active Fuel
Management (AFM). In situations
where extra power isn’t needed—
such as highway cruising on level
roads — AFM deactivates four
of the eight cylinders. The driver-
selectable Driver Information
Center (DIC) display indicates
from gas power to wheels
reClaImeD eNergY from regeNeratIVe BraKINg
eleCtrIC power to motor
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When properly equipped; includes weight of the vehicle and trailer combination, including the weight of the driver, passengers, fuel, optional equipment and cargo in the vehicle and trailer. 2When properly
equipped, maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any options necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers and
cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. See your GMC dealer for additional details. 3Map coverage for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands available on separate disc. Coverage not
available for portions of Canada. 4Required XM Radio and XM NavTraffic monthly subscriptions sold separately by XM after trial period. XM NavTraffic only available in select markets. For more information,
visit xmradio.com/navtraffic. 5Yukon Denali Hybrid 21 city vs. 14 city non-hybrid Denali EPA -estimated mpg. 6Yukon Hybrid and Yukon Denali Hybrid 2WD 21 city /22 hwy. EPA -estimated mpg.
02 _ HY BRID
332
6.0L VORTEC V-8 HP
367
torque Lb-Ft
12,000-Lb gcwr1
yuKon hybrid
6200-Lb traiLering (2wd)2
6000-Lb traiLering (4wd)2
yuKon denaLi hybrid
6000-Lb traiLering (2wd)2
5700-Lb traiLering (4wd)2
standard touch-screen
naVigation,
33 years oF
xm naVtraFFic4
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300V nickel-metal hydride battery
regeneratiVe braking captures and
stores energy used in deceleration
boxed frame: key asset of
all yukon models
model details
battery and motors stop-to- go driVing
hybrid mode 2: highWay / hauling
The electric portion of the hybrid
system features a 300-volt
nickel-metal hydride battery pack
that fits neatly under the second-
row seat cushions and between
Yukon’s stout frame rails without
compromising passenger room.
When called on, two motors
integrated within the transmis-
sion use battery power to drive
the vehicle.
When you apply the brakes,
Regenerative Braking uses
the motors in the transmission
as generators to decelerate the
vehicle while capturing and
storing that energy as electricity
in the battery pack. The energy
is then available for the next
acceleration cycle. You never
have to plug in at night.
At higher speeds, AFM uses
either V-4 or V-8 operation —
sometimes with supplemental
power from the electric motors
as conditions warrant. And the
transmission’s Tow /Haul mode
automatically and seamlessly
selects the best operating point
for the powertrain to deliver fuel
economy6and performance while
reducing gear “hunting” associat-
ed with trailering.
Yukon Hybrid features several
reduced-mass components,
including a lightweight aluminum
hood and tailgate, aluminum
wheels and low rolling-resistance
tires. Yukon Denali Hybrid fea-
tures a power liftgate, 22-inch
aluminum wheels and MagnaRide
suspension that combines tradi-
tional Yukon handling precision and
agility with a truly luxurious ride.
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E852ALTERNATIVE-FUEL
CAPABILITY: REDUCES
TAILPIPE CARBON
EMISSIONS WITHOUT
COMPROMISING
HP / TORQUE
04 _ POWER
UNSURPASSED FUEL ECONOMY
ACTIVE FUEL MANAGEMENT/ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION
The Vortec V-8s in every Yukon half-ton model feature Active Fuel
Management (AFM). All eight cylinders operate during starting, idling
and torque-intensive tasks like accelerating, hauling heavy loads or towing.
But in everyday driving, once Yukon has reached cruising speed, AFM can
temporarily deactivate four of the eight cylinders, closing both intake and
exhaust valves and cutting fuel delivery for half of the cylinders. And for
2010, driver-selectable Fuel-Saver mode allows you to stay in 4-cylinder
mode longer. When you demand brisk acceleration or full torque to move a
load, the AFM activates all cylinders so full V-8 power is always right there,
on tap. In the case of the Vortec 6.2L V-8 standard in Yukon Denali, that
means 403 horsepower and best-in-class 417 lb-ft of torque. In keeping
with Denali luxury, the 6.2L incorporates Active Noise Cancellation.
AFM makes a significant contribution
to the unsurpassed conventional-
engine EPA-estimated fuel economy
(15 city/21 hwy. mpg) achieved by
Yukon models with the highly efficient
Vortec 5.3L V-8 engine. Enhancements
include cam-phasing, aluminum wheels
and a 3.08 axle ratio to contribute to
Yukon’s economical performance.
Along with the fuel savings and out-
standing performance, you will still
enjoy a 5400-lb trailering capacity.
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Yukon EPA-estimated mpg with optional 5.3L V-8 15 city / 21 hwy. Excludes other GM vehicles. 2E85 is 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline. Visit gm.com/e85 to see if there is an E85 station near you. EPA-estimated mpg for Yukon with 5.3L V-8 and Yukon
XL 2WD 11 city /15 hwy., and Yukon XL 4WD 11 city /14 hwy. 3When properly equipped, maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle, except for any options necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment,
passengers and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. See your GMC dealer for additional details.
All class claims based on 2009 GM Large Utility segment and latest competitive information available at time of printing. Excludes other GM vehicles.
CORE VALUES
HORSEPOWER
TORQUE
ECONOMY
EMISSIONS
IN THE MIx
THE ENGINEERING bEHIND THE ENGINE
VORTEC CYLINDER HEADS :SWIRL TUMbLE THE INTAkE CHARGE, WHICH IMPROVES THE AIR / FUEL
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL
:FOR RELIAbILITY AND MORE PRECISE THROTTLE RESPONSE >
ONSTAR VEHICLE DIAGNOSTICS :CHECkS ON kEY OPERATING SYSTEMS, INCLUDING THE VORTEC ENGINE >
active fuel management / afm : VORTEC 5.3L V-8 /VORTEC 6.2L V-8
15CITY
21HW Y.
EPA-EST. MPG
YUkON
UNSURPASSED CONVENTIONAL
ENGINE V-8 FUEL ECONOMY1
VORTEC 5.3L V-8 WITH AFM
320 HP/335 Lb-FT OF TORQUE
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100
10
320 hp @5400 rpm
335 lb-ft @4000 rpm
20 0
30 0
40 0
20 3 0 40 5 0 60
yukon hydra-matic transmissions
All Yukon models with Vortec 6.2L and 5.3L V-8 engines are now equipped with a beautifully engineered 6-speed automatic
that combines smooth operation in a wide variety of conditions with an enjoyable element of personal control. Driver Shift
Control (DSC) lets you select a range of gears to suit variable driving situations. Shift into “M” and the currently engaged gear
number is illuminated, and all gears up to and including that one are accessible. As conditions vary, the range of available
gears can be changed by tap-shifting the plus-minus button up or down.
Both that 6-speed and the heavy-duty unit mated to the L96 Vortec 6.0L V-8 VVT of the Yukon XL ¾-ton feature driver-
selectable Tow/Haul mode. Tow/Haul mode reduces excessive shifting when towing or hauling a heavy load, and it automatically
engages Grade Braking. When descending hills, Grade Braking changes the timing of gear shifts to use the engine and the
transmission to slow the vehicle, reducing the demand on the brakes and helping to produce confident descents.
g Lc9 Vortec 5.3L V-8 with aFm HP, TORQUE SHOWN FOR YUKON AND YUKON XL
mixture to enhance perFormance >irridium-tipped spark pLugs Last up to 100,000 miLes >>
poLymer-coated FLoating-pin pistons For Long LiFe >
can send you a monthLy report by e-maiL, incLudes reminders oF scheduLed maintenance
E85: Vortec 6.2L V-8/Vortec 5.3L V-8 FLEXFUEL VVT: Vortec 6.2L V-8/Vortec 6.0L V-8
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PULLING WELL OVER ITS WEIGHT
We engineered Yukon to excel in
real-life conditions. In trailering,
for example, we went beyond
sheer capability and engineered
Yukon so that you and your
passengers will be comfortable
while doing it. The robust Yukon
frame (shown on pages 02- 03)
provides the backbone. The com-
bination of horsepower and torque
we engineered into each Vortec
engine provides the necessary
motivation. Sophisticated trans-
mission Tow /Haul mode (page 05)
makes for smooth operation. And
StabiliTrak and traction control
help you remain in control from
the boat ramp to the highway.
If you do a lot of trailering, the
available trailer brake controller
is completely integrated with
Yukon’s electrical and ABS
systems, allowing your trailer’s
brakes to operate simultaneously
with the vehicle’s brakes. The
controller switch is conveniently
located on the lower left part
of the instrument panel. For seri-
ous trailering with SLE and SLT
models, check out the available
Heavy-Duty Trailering Package.
It includes an auxiliary external
transmission oil cooler, an external
engine oil cooler, a power steering
cooler, an increased-capacity
radiator and cooling fans.
6200 LBS YUKON HYBRID/ 2WD
6000 LBS YUKON HYBRID/4WD
6000 LBS YUKON DENALI HYBRID /2WD
5700 LBS YUKON DENALI HYBRID /4WD
8400 LBS YUKON/2WD
8200 LBS YUKON/4WD
8100 LBS YUKON XL/1500/2WD
7900 LBS YUKON XL/1500/4WD
9600 LBS YUKON XL/2500/2WD
9300 LBS YUKON XL/2500/4WD
8300 LBS YUKON DENALI/2WD
8100 LBS YUKON DENALI/AWD
7600 LBS YUKON DENALI XL/2WD
7900 LBS YUKON DENALI XL/AWD
maxImUm TRaILER RaTING2
REaRVIEW camERa SySTEm
Yukon’s available Rearview Camera
System includes a built-in camera
mounted near the license plate. As
shown on page 19, when you shift
into reverse, an image from the
camera is displayed in a portion of
the rearview mirror (so you can still
see out the mirror ). Just the thing
for backing up to a trailer.
The mirror reverts to a normal full-
frame reflection when you shift
into drive or park. On SLT models,
the available DVD-based Touch-
Screen Navigation System1includes
a rearview camera that transmits
its image to the NAV screen.
This system is standard on Yukon
Denali and on Yukon Hybrid and
Yukon Denali Hybrid.
1 Map coverage for Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands available on separate disc. Coverage not available for por-
tions of Canada. 2When properly equipped, maximum trailer weight ratings are calculated assuming a base vehicle,
except for any options necessary to achieve the rating, plus driver. The weight of other optional equipment, passengers
and cargo will reduce the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. See your GMC dealer for additional details.
Requires Heavy-Duty Trailering Package to get maximum trailer rating.
06 _ T R A IL ERING
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YUKON XL 3/4-TON SLT in pure Silver metallic Shown with available equipment
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a full-size suv that handles
An exceptionally strong, stiff
frame and wide track stance
enhance overall stability, isolate
road noise and contribute to
a precise, controlled ride. With a
tight turning circle and rack-and-
pinion steering, you enjoy a solid,
confident feel through corners. The
suspension—coil-over-shock front,
five-link rear—features Premium
Smooth Ride tuning enhance-
ments to maintain responsive
handling under both light- and
heavy-load conditions. Yukon
Denali and Yukon XL Denali take
it to the next level with Auto-Ride
real-time damping. This system
varies shock absorber stiffness
in response to changing driving
conditions in real time. Rear
shocks have airlift/auto-leveling
capability. MagnaRide for Yukon
Denali Hybrid takes computer-
controlled real-time damping into
the ultra-luxury realm without
sacrificing Yukon’s agile handling.
teChnOlOGY that insPiRes COnfidenCe
Standard on all Yukon models, the
StabiliTrak stability control system
is engineered to heighten safety
on most road surfaces, even
during emergency maneuvers.
Sensors read the position of your
steering wheel, vehicle speed,
brake pressure, lateral accelera-
tion and turning rate, then feed
the data to an onboard computer.
If your Yukon is not responding
adequately to your steering input,
the computer adjusts engine
torque and brake pressure to any
individual wheel to help you keep
on track. StabiliTrak can even
help to mitigate the chance of
a rollover. Even with 2WD, Yukon
and Yukon Denali models with this
technology provide confidence
in varied driving conditions.
On 4WD models, including both
Yukon Hybrid and Yukon Denali
Hybrid, the Autotrac system pro-
vides seamless transitions from
2WD to 4WD. In normal condi-
tions, a computer chip monitors
slippage in the rear wheels. When
the system senses that all-wheel
traction is necessary, it converts
Yukon from 2WD to 4WD, instantly
increasing torque to its front axle.
For those seeking the ultimate,
Yukon Denali offers available full-
time AWD fully integrated with
StabiliTrak and other chassis con-
trols. Its ride and handling are on
a par with the outstanding power
of the Vortec 6.2L V-8.
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