Target Audience:
Large families, towing users, and fleet operators needing full-size three-row passenger and cargo capacity
Body Style:
Full-size extended-length SUV
Seating Capacity:
7 or 8 passengers
Competitors:
Chevrolet Suburban, Ford Expedition EL, Toyota Sequoia
Key Advantage:
Extended cargo volume, strong V8 towing capability, and shared GM truck underpinnings
Powertrain:
5.3L or 6.0L V8 with 4-speed automatic transmission
Comfort:
Dual-zone automatic climate control, available rear-seat entertainment
Capability:
RWD or AWD with substantial towing capacity
Instrument Cluster:
Gauges, warning lamps, and indicator operation
Engine:
5.3L and 6.0L V8 operation and features
Transmission:
4-speed automatic transmission operation
Brakes:
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) and brake features
Steering:
Power rack-and-pinion steering
HVAC:
Dual-zone automatic climate control operation
Electrical:
Fuses, circuit breakers, battery, and lighting
Restraints:
Airbag system, seat belts, and child restraints (LATCH)
Entertainment:
Audio system, available navigation, rear-seat entertainment
Security:
Theft-deterrent system and remote keyless entry
Towing:
Trailer towing equipment and weight ratings
Starting & Operation:
Ignition, keyless start procedures, and driving tips
Fluid Checks:
Engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid checks
Tire Care:
Tire pressure, rotation, inspection, and spare tire use
Tire Pressure Monitoring:
TPMS operation and reset procedures
Bulb Replacement:
Headlamp and exterior lamp replacement
Jump Starting:
Battery boost procedure
Emergency Procedures:
Flat tire, overheating, and towing your vehicle
Fuel:
Fuel requirements and refueling
Scheduled Maintenance:
Maintenance intervals and owner checks and services
Specifications:
Fluid capacities, dimensions, and capacities charts
Audience Level:
Owner-level operation, care, and basic servicing
Parts Information:
Fluid specifications and maintenance part references; full part numbers not included
Illustrations:
Diagrams and illustrations for controls and procedures
Appendix:
Customer assistance information and reporting safety defects
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Crash Test Information:
N/A - refer to NHTSA and IIHS records for 2009 Yukon XL ratings
Safety Restraints:
Front airbags, front side-impact airbags, roof-rail side-impact airbags
Seat Belts:
Three-point belts with pretensioners in outboard positions
Child Restraints:
LATCH anchors and top tethers for child seats
ABS:
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system
Traction Control:
Traction control system with StabiliTrak electronic stability control
Tire Pressure Monitoring:
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
Audio System:
AM/FM stereo with CD player
Navigation:
Available navigation system
Rear-Seat Entertainment:
Available rear-seat entertainment system
Remote Keyless Entry:
Remote keyless entry with transmitter
Security System:
Theft-deterrent system
Backup Assistance:
N/A - not specified for all trims; rear parking assist available on select models
Engine Oil Capacity:
7.0 US quarts (5.3L), 8.0 US quarts (6.0L)
Coolant Capacity:
15.2 US quarts
Transmission Fluid Capacity:
12.2 US quarts
Fuel Tank Capacity:
31.0 US gallons
Recommended Oil Type:
SAE 5W-30
Oil Change Interval:
Determined by Engine Oil Life System, typically up to 7,500 miles
Coolant Type:
GM Dex-Cool long-life coolant
Air Filter Replacement:
Refer to maintenance schedule (typically every 15,000-30,000 miles)
Tire Rotation:
Every 7,500 miles with oil change interval
Spark Plugs:
N/A - refer to maintenance schedule for replacement interval
Known Issues / Common Wear Items
Common Wear Items:
Brake pads and rotors, tires, and batteries on high-mileage GMT900 trucks
Known Issue:
Active Fuel Management lifter wear reported on some 5.3L engines
Known Issue:
Instrument cluster gauge stepper motor failures reported in this era
Manufacturer:
General Motors (GMC division)
Platform Heritage:
Full-size body-on-frame SUV derived from GM's full-size pickup line
Generation:
GMT900 generation introduced for 2007
2009 Changes:
Continued GMT900 platform with 5.3L and 6.0L V8 engine options
Model Line:
Yukon XL 1500 (half-ton) and Yukon XL 2500 (three-quarter-ton)
Assembly Plant:
N/A - GM full-size SUVs of this era were built at Arlington, Texas; confirm with VIN