power steering GMC YUKON 2005 User Guide

How to Check Power Steering Fluid
Locate the cap with this
symbol. SeeEngine
Compartment Overview on
page 5-12for more
information on location.
To check the power steering uid, do the following:
1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment
cool down.
2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean.
3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with
a clean rag.
4. Replace the cap and completely tighten it.
5. Remove the cap again and look at the uid level
on the dipstick.
The level should be at the FULL COLD mark.
If necessary, add only enough uid to bring
the level up to the mark.
What to Use
To determine what kind of uid to use, see
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13.
Always use the proper uid. Failure to use the proper
uid can cause leaks and damage hoses and seals.
Windshield Washer Fluid
What to Use
When you need windshield washer uid, be sure to read
the manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you will
be operating your vehicle in an area where the
temperature may fall below freezing, use a uid that has
sufficient protection against freezing.
Adding Washer Fluid
Your vehicle has a low washer uid message that
comes on when the washer uid is low. The message is
displayed for 15 seconds at the start of each ignition
cycle. When the CHECK WASHER FLUID message is
displayed, you will need to add washer uid to the
windshield washer uid reservoir.
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Tire Terminology and Denitions
Air Pressure:The amount of air inside the tire pressing
outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure
is expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) or
kilopascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight:This means the combined weight
of optional accessories. Some examples of optional
accessories are, automatic transmission, power steering,
power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air
conditioning.
Aspect Ratio:The relationship of a tire’s height to its
width.
Belt:A rubber coated layer of cords that is located
between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made
from steel or other reinforcing materials.
Bead:The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by
steel cords that hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire:A pneumatic tire in which the plies are
laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.Cold Ination Pressure:The amount of air pressure in
a tire, measured in pounds per square inch (psi) or
kilopascals (kPa) before a tire has built up heat
from driving. SeeInation - Tire Pressure on page 5-64.
Curb Weight:This means the weight of a motor
vehicle with standard and optional equipment including
the maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, but
without passengers and cargo.
DOT Markings:A code molded into the sidewall of a
tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT) motor vehicle
safety standards. The DOT code includes the Tire
Identication Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator
which can also identify the tire manufacturer, production
plant, brand and date of production.
GVWR:Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, seeLoading
Your Vehicle on page 4-51.
GAWR FRT:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the front
axle, seeLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-51.
GAWR RR:Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle,
seeLoading Your Vehicle on page 4-51.
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Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
The center instrument panel utility block is located
underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the
steering column.
Device Usage
SEO Special Equipment Option
TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring
UPFIT Uptter (Not Used)
SL RIDERide Control Harness
Connection
HDLR 2 Headliner Wiring Connector
BODY Body Wiring Connector
DEFOG Rear Defogger Relay
HDLNR 1 Headliner Wiring Connector 1
SPARE RELAY Not Used
CB SEATDriver and Passenger Seat
Module Circuit Breaker
CB RT DOORRight Power Window Circuit
Breaker
SPARE Not Used
INFOInfotainment Harness
Connection
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(b)Visually inspect front and rear suspension and
steering system for damaged, loose, or missing parts,
signs of wear, or lack of lubrication. Inspect power
steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding,
leaks, cracks, chang, etc. Visually check constant
velocity joints, rubber boots, and axle seals for leaks.
(c)Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if they
are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
ttings, and clamps; replace with genuine GM parts as
needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test
of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the
outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is
recommended at least once a year.
(d)Visually inspect wiper blades for wear or cracking.
Replace blade inserts that appear worn or damaged
or that streak or miss areas of the windshield.
(e)Make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your
belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages
are working properly. Look for any other loose or
damaged safety belt system parts. If you see anything
that might keep a safety belt system from doing its
job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety belts
replaced. Also look for any opened or broken airbag
coverings, and have them repaired or replaced.
The airbag system does not need regular maintenance.(f)Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assembly,
secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl,
rear compartment hinges, outer liftgate handle pivot
points, rear door detent link, roller mechanism, liftgate
handle pivot points, latch bolt, fuel door hinge, cargo
door hinge, locks, and folding seat hardware. More
frequent lubrication may be required when exposed to a
corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
(g)Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and
proper installation.
(h)Change automatic transmission uid and lter if the
vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
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Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identied below by name, part
number or specication may be obtained from your
dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets GM Standard
GM6094M and displays the
American Petroleum Institute
Certied for Gasoline
Engines starburst symbol.
GM Goodwrench
®oil meets all the
requirements for your vehicle. To
determine the proper viscosity for
your vehicle’s engine, seeEngine Oil
on page 5-15
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only
DEX-COOL
®Coolant. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-24
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
Washer SolventGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in
Canada 89021186).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
®-III Automatic
Transmission Fluid. Look for
“Approved for the H-Specication”
on the label.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
Chassis
LubricationChassis Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in
Canada 88901242) or lubricant
meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
Front Axle
(Four-Wheel
Drive)SAE 80W-90 Axle Lubricant
(GM Part No. U.S. 1052271, in
Canada 10950849).
Front Axle
(All-Wheel
Drive)SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle
Lubricant (GM Part No.
U.S. 12378261, in Canada
10953455) meeting GM
Specication 9986115.
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F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-19
Finish Damage.............................................5-102
Fixed Mast Antenna.......................................3-135
Flash-to-Pass................................................... 3-9
Flat Tire........................................................5-76
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................5-76
Flat Tire, Storing.............................................5-91
Fluid
Automatic Transmission................................5-21
Power Steering...........................................5-35
Windshield Washer......................................5-36
Fog Lamps....................................................3-17
Four-Wheel Drive....................................2-27, 5-47
Four-Wheel-Drive Light....................................3-52
Front Axle......................................................5-48
Front Reading Lamps......................................3-19
Front Storage Area.........................................2-56
Fuel............................................................... 5-5
Additives...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel.............................................. 5-5
E-85 (85% Ethanol)....................................... 5-6
Filling a Portable Fuel Container....................5-10
Filling Your Tank........................................... 5-8Fuel (cont.)
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 5-8
Gage.........................................................3-53
Gasoline Octane........................................... 5-5
Gasoline Specications.................................. 5-5
Low Warning Light.......................................3-53
Fuses
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block.............5-108
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-105
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.......................5-106
Underhood Fuse Block...............................5-109
Windshield Wiper.......................................5-105
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-46
Fuel..........................................................3-53
Oil Pressure...............................................3-51
Speedometer..............................................3-38
Tachometer.................................................3-38
Transmission Temperature.............................3-46
Voltmeter Gage...........................................3-42
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-52
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Power (cont.)
Lumbar Controls........................................... 1-5
Retained Accessory (RAP)............................2-20
Seat............................................................ 1-4
Steering Fluid.............................................5-35
Windows....................................................2-15
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.................2-10
Q
QUADRASTEER™..........................................4-15
Questions and Answers About Safety Belts.........1-26
R
Radios..........................................................3-74
AM-FM Radio.............................................3-76
Care of Your Cassette Tape Player...............3-133
Care of Your CD and DVD Player................3-134
Care of Your CDs and DVDs.......................3-134
Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation
Manual.................................................3-118
Radio with Cassette and CD.........................3-89
Radio with CD............................................3-78
Radio with Six-Disc CD..............................3-103Radios (cont.)
Rear Seat Audio........................................3-129
Setting the Time for Radios with Radio Data
Systems (RDS)........................................3-75
Setting the Time for Radios without Radio
Data Systems (RDS)................................3-75
Theft-Deterrent..........................................3-131
Understanding Reception............................3-132
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System.........3-31
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and
Electronic Climate Controls...........................3-34
Rear Air Conditioning System...........................3-30
Rear Axle......................................................5-46
Locking......................................................4-10
Rear Door Security Locks................................2-12
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides......................1-40
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)..................................3-129
Rear Seat Entertainment System.....................3-118
Rear Seat Operation......................................... 1-8
Rear Seat Passengers, Safety Belts..................1-37
Rear Storage Area..........................................2-57
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
Compass and Temperature Display................2-44
Rearview Mirror, Automatic Dimming with
OnStar
®, Compass and Temperature Display . . . 2-41
Rearview Mirrors.............................................2-41
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Seats (cont.)
Manual........................................................ 1-3
Memory.....................................................2-61
Power Lumbar.............................................. 1-5
Power Seats................................................. 1-4
Rear Seat Operation...................................... 1-8
Reclining Seatbacks...................................... 1-6
Secondary Latch System.................................5-87
Securing a Child Restraint
Center Front Seat Position............................1-62
Center Rear Seat Position............................1-61
Designed for the LATCH System...................1-58
Rear Outside Seat Position...........................1-59
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-63
Security Light.................................................3-52
Service........................................................... 5-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your
Vehicle..................................................... 5-4
Doing Your Own Work................................... 5-4
Engine Soon Light.......................................3-48
Publications Ordering Information...................7-11
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-80
Setting the Time
Radios with Radio Data Systems (RDS).........3-75
Radios without Radio Data Systems (RDS).....3-75Sheet Metal Damage.....................................5-102
Shifting Into Park (P).......................................2-36
Shifting Out of Park (P)...................................2-38
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-8
Snow Plow....................................................4-57
Spare Tire.....................................................5-95
Installing....................................................5-81
Removing...................................................5-78
Storing.......................................................5-91
Specications, Capacities...............................5-114
Speedometer..................................................3-38
Split Bench Seat (50/50)..................................1-11
Split Bench Seat (60/40).................................... 1-8
StabiliTrak
®, All-Wheel Drive.............................2-31
StabiliTrak®System.........................................4-10
Starting Your Engine.......................................2-21
Steering........................................................4-13
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.......................3-131
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Storage Areas
Center Console Storage Area........................2-56
Convenience Net.........................................2-58
Cupholder(s)...............................................2-56
Front Storage Area......................................2-56
Glove Box..................................................2-56
Luggage Carrier..........................................2-56
Rear Storage Area.......................................2-57
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