fuel GMC YUKON DENALI 2003 Service Manual

Part A: Scheduled Maintenance
Services
This part contains engine oil and chassis lubrication
scheduled maintenance which explains the engine oil life
system and how it indicates when
to change the
engine oil and filter. Lubricate chassis components with
each oil change.
Also, listed are scheduled maintenance
services which are to be performed at the mileage
intervals specified.
Using Your Maintenance Schedule
We at General Motors want to help you keep your
vehicle in good working condition. But we don’t know
exactly how you’ll drive it. You may drive very short
distances only a few times a week. Or you may drive
long distances all the time in very hot, dusty weather.
You may use your vehicle in making deliveries. Or
you may drive it to work,
to do errands or in many
other ways.
Because of all the different ways people use their
vehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may need more
frequent checks and replacements.
So please read
the following and note how you drive. If you have any
questions on how to keep your vehicle in good condition,
see your dealer. This part tells you
the maintenance services you should
have done and when you should schedule them.
When you go
to your dealer for your service needs,
you’ll know that GM-trained and supported service
people will perform the work using genuine GM parts.
The proper fluids and lubricants
to use are listed in
Part
D. Make sure whoever services your vehicle uses
these.
All parts should be replaced and all necessary
repairs done before you or anyone else drives the
vehicle.
This schedule is for vehicles that:
carry passengers and cargo within recommended
limits. You will find these limits on your vehicle’s
Certificationflire label. See Loading Your Vehicle
on
page 4-44.
are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal
driving limits.
are driven off-road in the recommended manner.
See Operating Your All- Wheel-Drive Vehicle
Off
Paved Roads on page 4- 16.
use the recommended fuel. See Gasoline Octane
on page 5-5.
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Scheduled Maintenance
The services shown in this schedule up to 100,000 miles
(1 66 000 km) should be repeated after 100,000 miles
(166
000 km) at the same intervals for the life of
this vehicle. The services shown at
150,000 miles
(240 000 km) should be repeated at the same interval
after 150,000 miles
(240 000 km) for the life of this
vehicle.
See Part B: Owner Checks and Services
on page 6- 10
and Part C: Periodic Maintenance Inspections on
page 6- 14.
Footnotes
t The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to
the completion of the vehicle
s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the
maintenance be recorded.
+ A good time to check your brakes is during tire
rotation. See Brake System Inspection
on page 6-14.
Engine Oil and Chassis Lubrication
Scheduled Maintenance
Change engine oil and filter as indicated by the GM
Oil Life System (or every 12 months, whichever
occurs first). Reset the system.
Your vehicle has a computer system that lets you know
when
to change the engine oil and filter. This is
based on engine revolutions and engine temperature,
and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions,
the mileage at which an oil change will be indicated can
vary considerably. For the oil life system
to work
properly, you must reset the system every time the oil is
changed.
When the system has calculated that oil life has been
diminished, it will indicate that an oil change is
necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE
OIL message will
come on. Change your oil as soon as possible within
the next two times you stop for fuel.
It is possible that, if
you are driving under the best conditions, the oil life
system may not indicate that an oil change is necessary
for over a year. However, your engine oil and filter
must be changed at least once a year and at this time
the system must be reset.
It is also important to
check your oil regularly and keep it at the proper level.
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If the system is ever reset accidentally, you must
change your oil at
3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your
last oil change. Remember
to reset the oil life system
whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil on
page
5-13 for information on resetting the system.
An Emission Control Service.
Lubricate chassis components with each engine oil
and filter change.
Lubricate the front suspension, ball joints, steering
linkage, transmission shift linkage and parking brake
cable guides. Ball joints should not be lubricated unless
their temperature is 10°F (-12°C) or higher, or they
could be damaged.
After the services are performed, record the date,
odometer reading and who performed the service on the
maintenance record pages in Part
E of this schedule.
7,500 Miles (12 500 km)
U Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page
5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+.)
0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
15,000 Miles (25 000 km)
17 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page
5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+.)
0 Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on
22,500 Miles (37 500 km)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page
5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+.)
CI Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
30,000 Miles (50 000 km)
3 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page
5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+.)
(See footnote t.)
U Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
U Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.
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37,500 Miles (62 500 km)
U Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+.)
U Rotate tires. See Tire inspection and Rotation on
45,000 Miles (75 000 km)
D Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+.)
U Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
50,000 Miles (83 000 km)
0 Change automatic transmission fluid and filter 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. if
you do not use your vehicle under any of these
conditions, change the fluid and filter at
100,000 miles
(166
000 km).
52,500 Milles (87 500 km)
U Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+.)
D Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on
60,000 Miles (100 000 km)
U Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+.)
Ll Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.
(See footnote
t.)
lJ Inspect Evaporative Control System. Check all fuel
and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook-up,
routing and condition. Check that the purge valve
works properly,
if equipped. Replace as needed.
An Emission Control Service. (See footnote
t.)
U Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on
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67,500 Miles (112 500 km)
0 Check rear/front axle fluid level and add fluid as needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+-)
0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
75,000 Miles (125 000 km)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+.)
LI Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
82,500 Miles (137 500 km)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+.)
0 Rotate tires. See Tire lnspection and Rotation on
90,000 Miles (150 000 km)
0 Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
(See Footnote
f.)
0 Replace fuel filter. An Emission Control Service.
0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+.)
97,500 Miles (162 500 km)
U Check readfront axle fluid level and add fluid as
needed. Check constant velocity joints and axle seals
for leaking.
page 5-56 for proper rotation pattern and additional
information. (See footnote
+.)
0 Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
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Part B: Owner Checks and Services
Listed in this part are owner checks and services
which should be performed at the intervals specified
to
help ensure the safety, dependability and emission
control performance of your vehicle.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any fluids or lubricants are added
to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
in Part
D.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important for you or a service station attendant to
perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. See Engine Oil on page 5-13 for further
details.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL@
coolant mixture
if necessary. See Engine Coolant
on page 5-22 for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer fluid level in the windshield
washer tank and add the proper fluid
if necessary.
See Windshield Washer Fluid
on page 5-34 for further
details.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Inflation Check
Make sure tries are inflated to the correct pressures.
Don’t forget
to check your spare tire. See Tires on
page 5-55 for further details.
Cassette Tape Player Service
Clean cassette tape player. Cleaning should be done
every
50 hours of tape play. See Audio System(s)
on page 3-58 for further details.
At Least Twice a Year
Restraint System Check
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.
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Body Lubrication Service
Lubricate all hood latch assembly, secondary latch,
pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, door hinges, liftgate
hinge, liftgate linkage, liftgate handle pivot points, latch
bolt, fuel door hinge, locks and folding seat hardware.
Part
D tells you what to use. More frequent lubrication
may be required when exposed
to a corrosive
environment.
Star+nr Sw'+zh Check
ten you are doing this check, the v_--icle
could move suddenly.
If it does, you or others
could be injured. Follow the steps below.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The starter
should work only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
If the starter works in any other position, your
vehicle needs service.
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock
Control System Check
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular
around
the vehicle.
brake. See Parking Brake on page
2-25 if
necessary.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to
turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
Whe.. IOU a1 - rloing this check, tt.- vehicle
could move suddenly.
If it does, you or others
could
be injured. Follow the steps below.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
It should be parked on a level
surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake
on page 2-25 if necessary.
Be ready
to apply the regular brake immediately if
the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the key to the RUN
position, but don't start the engine. Without applying
the regular brake, try to move the shift lever
out
of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever
moves out of PARK
(P), your vehicle needs service.
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Part C: Periodic Maintenance
Inspections
Listed in this part are inspections and services which
should be performed at least twice a year (for instance,
each spring and fall).
You should let your dealer’s
service department or other qualified service center do
these jobs. Make sure any necessary repairs are
completed at once.
Proper procedures
to perform these services may be
found in a service manual. See Service Publications
Ordering Information on page
7- IO.
Steering and Suspension Inspection
Inspect the front and rear suspension and steering
system for damaged, loose or missing parts, signs of
wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect the power steering
lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding, leaks,
cracks, chafing, etc.
Exhaust System Inspection
Inspect the complete exhaust system. Inspect the body
near the exhaust system. Look for broken, damaged,
missing or out-of-position parts as well as open seams,
holes, loose connections or other conditions which
could cause a heat build-up in the floor pan or could let
exhaust fumes into the vehicle. See Engine Exhaust
on page 2-29.
Fuel System Inspection
Engine Cooling System Inspection
Inspect the complete fuel system for damage or leaks.
Inspect the hoses and have them replaced
if they
are cracked, swollen or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes,
fittings and clamps; replace as needed. Clean the
outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser.
To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of
the cooling system and pressure cap is recommended
at least once a year.
Transfer Case and Front Axle
(All-Wheel Drive) Inspection
Every 12 months, or at engine oil change intervals,
check front axle and transfer case and add lubricant
when necessary.
A fluid loss could indicate a problem.
Check and have it repaired,
if needed. Check vent
hose at transfer case for kinks and proper installation.
Brake System Inspection
Inspect the complete system. 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 other brake parts,
including calipers, parking brake, etc. You may need
to
have your brakes inspected more often if your driving
habits or conditions result in frequent braking.
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Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant
Front Axle (GM Part
No. U.S. 12345879, in
Propshaft Canada
I095351 1) or
lubricant
Spline meeting requirements
of
GM
9985830.
Hood Hinges
Body Door
Hinge Pins,
Tailgate Hinge and Linkage,
Folding Seat
and Fuel Door
Hinge Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada
10953474, or equivalent).
Mulit-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part
No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada
10953474, or equivalent). Outer Tailgate
Handle Pivot Points
Weatherstrip Conditioning
I
Weatherstrip Squeaks
I
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Fluid/Lubricant
Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part
No. U.S 12346241, in
Canada
10953474, or equivalent).
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part
No. U.S. 12345579, in Canada
1095301 4, or equivalent).
Synthetic Grease with Teflon,
Superlube (GM Part
No. U.S.
12371287, in Canada 10953437, or
equivalent).
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GM Mobility Program for Persons
with Disabilities
This program, avaiiabie io
qualified applicants, can
reimburse you up
to
$1,000 toward aftermarket
driver or passenger
adaptive equipment you
may require for your
vehicle (hand controls,
wheelchair/scooter lifts, etc.).
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This program can also provide you with free resource
information, such as area driver assessment centers and
mobility equipment installers. The program is available
for a limited period of time from the date of vehicle
purchase/lease. See your dealer for more details or call
the GM Mobility Assistance Center at 1-800-323-9935.
Text telephone (TTY) users, call 1-800-833-9935.
GM of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call
1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details.
All TTY users
call 1-800-263-3830.
Roadside Assistance Program
GMC’s Roadside Assistance Provides stranded owners
with over-the-phone roadside repairs, location of the
nearest
GhlC dealer or the following special services:
Flat Tire Change: Installation of spare tire will be
covered at no charge (customer is responsible for repair
or replacement of tire).
Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the customer
to get to the nearest service station (up to $5.00)
will be covered.
Jump Start: No-start situations which require a battery
jump start will be covered at no charge.
Lock Out: Replacement keys or locksmith service will be
covered at no charge
if you are unable to gain entry
into your vehicle. Delivery of the replacement key will be
covered within
10 miles (16 km).
Emergency Towing Service: Towing
to the nearest GMC
dealer for warranty related disablements will be
covered.
Trip Routing: Custom-made, computerized highlighted
maps using the most direct or scenic route are provided
free of charge. Maps include points of interest and a
list of GMC dealers along the route. Also included is a
list of hotels along the route that are discounted
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