GMC Yukon 2000–2006
Common on this vehicle:Warning lightNoiseLeakGauge or instrument faultAir conditioning or heaterVibration or shudderLoss of engine power, no accelerationSeat belt
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16 records state a cause or a remedy. Each record is shown as short labels in the order fault → finding the cause → correction. Press a label to narrow to the records that state it.
Component named as the cause
Work done
How it is said to have ended
- says it was fixed2
- result not stated17
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PARKING BRAKE7
Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON ・ 2008-02-08
Emergency brake premature wear at 43K miles
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3CorrectionNot repaired
I HAVEN'T EVEN HAD THE CHANCE TO REPLACE MY BRAKE PADS JUST YET.
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- Fault
- THE PROBLEM IS ITS PREMATURE WEAR OF THE EMERGENCY BRAKE.
- Remedy
- I HAVEN'T EVEN HAD THE CHANCE TO REPLACE MY BRAKE PADS JUST YET.
- Inspection
- I WAS TOLD BY A GM MECHANIC THAT MY PARKING BRAKE IS ABOUT TO FAIL DUE TO WORN SHOES.
Manufacturer communication2000–2005 GMC YUKON ・ 2004-04-16
Rear Parking Brake Shoe Retaining Spring Clip Service Kit Notice
1Fault
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
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- Remedy
- REAR PARKING BRAKE SHOE RETAINING SPRING CLIP SERVICE KIT FOR DRUM-IN-HAT (DIH) EQUIPPED VEHICLES. *TT UPDATE. *TT
Manufacturer communication2000–2001 GMC YUKON DENALI ・ 2001-06-04
Low Effort Parking Brake Apply System Manufacturer Communication
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
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- Remedy
- LOW EFFORT PARKING BRAKE APPLY SYSTEM. *TT
Owner complaint2004 GMC YUKON ・ 2007-12-06
Parking brake failed; vehicle continued to roll when applied
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
Not stated
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- Fault
- THE VEHICLE WOULD CONTINUE TO ROLL WHEN THE PARKING BRAKE WAS APPLIED.
Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON ・ 2005-04-22
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
Not stated
Owner complaint2000 GMC YUKON ・ 2002-01-18
Emergency brake pedal goes to ground when applied
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
Not stated
Owner complaint2000 GMC YUKON ・ 2001-02-01
Parking brake system limitation with towed trailer
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
Not stated
SERVICE BRAKES4
Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON ・ 2016-08-14
Total brake failure while stationary in driveway
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
Not stated
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- Fault
- TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE WHILE STATIONARY AND ENGAGING DRIVE MODE IN DRIVEWAY. (1 more)
- Cause
- SUSPECT BRAKE LINE CORROSION.
- Inspection
- RECENT TIRE/BRAKE/ALIGNMENT INSPECTION REVEALED NO ISSUES.
Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON ・ 2015-05-18
Brake pedal went to floor while driving, vehicle could not stop
1Fault
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
Not stated
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- Fault
- I WAS DRIVING TO THE LOCAL SUPERMARKET AND APPLIED MY BRAKES. (1 more)
- Consequence
- I COULD NOT STOP AND HAD TO SWERVE OUT OF THE WAY OF A VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME TO AVOID A COLLISION.
Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON DENALI ・ 2013-06-17
Brake pedal soft, sinks to floor; brake fluid dripping
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
Not stated
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- Fault
- I WAS TRAVELING DOWN A CITY STREET AND WENT TO STOP AT A RED LIGHT. (1 more)
Owner complaint2005 GMC YUKON DENALI ・ 2013-02-06
Parking brake component snapped off beneath dash, parking brake inoperative
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
Not stated
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- Fault
- I HAVE A SNAPPED OFF PARKING BRAKE COMPONENT BENEATH MY DASH RENDERING THE PARKING BRAKE INOPERATIVE.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC3
Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON ・ 2005-09-29
Brake delay while driving 45 MPH on June 7, 2005
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
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- Fault
- DT: ON JUNE 7, 2005 WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH (= 72.4 km/h) THE CONSUMER WAS FOLLOWING ANOTHER CAR. (1 more)
- Remedy
- THE REAR BRAKES AND DRUMS WERE REPLACED. (1 more)
- Inspection
- THE BRAKES WERE INSPECTED BY A MECHANIC. (1 more)
- Consequence
- THIS ALMOST CAUSED THE CONSUMER'S VEHICLE TO HIT THE OTHER CAR IN THE REAR END.
Owner complaint2001 GMC YUKON DENALI ・ 2008-07-08
Continuous braking problems with ABS and brake lights
1Fault
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
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- Fault
- CONTINUOUS BRAKING PROBLEMS. (2 more)
- Remedy
- I UNDERSTAND NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR, HOWEVER I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY FRONT ROTORS, CALIPERS, BRAKES, EMERGENCY BRAKE SYSTEM ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS.
- Inspection
- I HAVE HAD A GMC DEALERSHIP (FOLSOM GMC) AND LES SCHWAB PERFORM DIAGNOSTIC CHECKS TO ONLY TELL ME THAT I NEED TO REPLACE BRAKE PADS AND CALIPERS AGAIN DUE TO WEAR. (1 more)
Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON ・ 2005-06-03
2002 Yukon Denali brakes not responding well with shuddering upon braking
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
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- Fault
- 2002 YUKON DENALI BRAKES WERE NOT RESPONDING WELL AND THERE WAS SHUDDERING UPON BRAKING.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***.
- Remedy
- *MR FOUR ROTORS WERE REPLACED AS WELL AS THE PARKING BRAKE DRUMS AND SHOES.
No component category1
Manufacturer communication2004–2005 GMC FULL-SIZE UTILITY TRUCKS (YUKON) ・ 2005-05-01
Tire Pressure Monitor system: messages, diagnosis and sensor relearn
1Fault
- The Passenger Door Module (PDM) is the receiver in the full-size utility truck; the receiver module varies by vehicle platform.
- "Check Tire Pressure" message: a sensor that detects a 1.6 psi (11 kPa) change in pressure transmits in re-measure mode; if the system detects a significant loss of pressure in any tire, the message is displayed on the DIC and the low tire pressure indicator is illuminated on the IPC.
- "Service Tire Monitor" message: if the PDM detects a malfunction in the TPM system, it causes the DIC to display this message.
2Finding the cause
Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)
- The "Service Tire Monitor" message is not normal system operation; DTCs should be set when it is displayed.
- Always check and adjust the tire pressures cold; as a rule of thumb, tire pressure changes one psi for every 10° F (6.9 kPa for every 5.6° C).
3Correction
Repair
- Both the message and the indicator can be cleared by adjusting the tire pressure to the recommended pressure.
- The tire pressure sensor relearn procedure must be performed after every PDM replacement, every sensor replacement and every tire rotation.
- J-46079 TPM Diagnostic Tool method: turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF and set the parking brake, then put the PDM in TPM learn mode by cycling the parking lamps ON and OFF 4 times within 4 seconds; the horn chirps and the low tire pressure indicator begins to flash.
- Proceed in the order left front, right front, right rear, left rear: starting with the left front tire, hold the antenna of the J-46079 against the tire sidewall close to the wheel rim at the valve stem and momentarily press the activate button.
Caution
- A "Check Tire Pressure" message does not set system codes; it is normal operation, meant to alert the driver to check and adjust tire pressure.
- Always relearn the system before replacing a suspect sensor.
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From the manufacturer’s document
- Applies to:A Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system was added to certain GMC and Chevrolet full-size utility trucks for model year 2004 and continues for 2005.
- Condition:The Passenger Door Module (PDM) is the receiver in the full-size utility truck; the receiver module varies by vehicle platform.
- Condition:"Check Tire Pressure" message: a sensor that detects a 1.6 psi (11 kPa) change in pressure transmits in re-measure mode; if the system detects a significant loss of pressure in any tire, the message is displayed on the DIC and the low tire pressure indicator is illuminated on the IPC.
- Caution:A "Check Tire Pressure" message does not set system codes; it is normal operation, meant to alert the driver to check and adjust tire pressure.
- Repair:Both the message and the indicator can be cleared by adjusting the tire pressure to the recommended pressure.
- Condition:"Service Tire Monitor" message: if the PDM detects a malfunction in the TPM system, it causes the DIC to display this message.
- Confirm:The "Service Tire Monitor" message is not normal system operation; DTCs should be set when it is displayed.
- Confirm:Always check and adjust the tire pressures cold; as a rule of thumb, tire pressure changes one psi for every 10° F (6.9 kPa for every 5.6° C).
- Caution:Always relearn the system before replacing a suspect sensor.
- Repair:The tire pressure sensor relearn procedure must be performed after every PDM replacement, every sensor replacement and every tire rotation.
- Repair:J-46079 TPM Diagnostic Tool method: turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF and set the parking brake, then put the PDM in TPM learn mode by cycling the parking lamps ON and OFF 4 times within 4 seconds; the horn chirps and the low tire pressure indicator begins to flash.
- Repair:Proceed in the order left front, right front, right rear, left rear: starting with the left front tire, hold the antenna of the J-46079 against the tire sidewall close to the wheel rim at the valve stem and momentarily press the activate button.
Open this issue of GM TechLink ↗ The points above are read from an article of TechLink, GM’s monthly publication for dealership technicians. The article itself is not reproduced here.
- Remedy
- Tire Pressure Monitor A Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM) system was added to certain GMC and Chevrolet full-size utility trucks for model year 2004 and continues for 2005. The PDM is the receiver in the full-size utility truck. The receiver module varies by vehicle platform. “Check Tire Pressure” message -- If a sensor detects a 1.6 psi (11 kPa) change in pressure, it transmits in re-measure mode. If the system detects a significant loss of tire pressure in any tire, the Check Tire Pressure message is displayed on the DIC and the low tire pressure indicator is illuminated on the IPC. TIP: A “Check Tire Pressure” message will not set system codes. This is normal operation of the system. The purpose of this message is to alert the driver to check and adjust tire pressure. TIP: Both the message and indicator can be cleared by adjusting the tire pressure to the recommended pressure. “Service Tire Monitor” message -- If the PDM detects a malfunction in the TPM system, it will cause the DIC to display the Service Tire Monitor message. TIP: The “Service Tire Monitor” message is not a normal system operation. DTCs should be set when this message is displayed. - Always check and adjust the tire pressures COLD. As a rule of thumb, tire pressure will change one psi for every 10° F (6.9 kPa for every 5.6° C). - Always ‘relearn’ the system before replacing a suspect sensor. The tire pressure sensor relearn procedure must be performed after every PDM replacement, every sensor replacement, and every tire rotation. J-46079 TPM Diagnostic Tool Method -- Turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF, and set the parking brake. Place the PDM in TPM learn mode by cycling the parking lamps ON and OFF 4 times within 4 seconds. The horn will chirp and the low tire pressure indicator will begin to flash. Proceed in this order: left front, right front, right rear, left rear. Starting with the left front tire, hold the antenna of the J-46079 against the tire sidewall close to the wheel rim at the valve stem, and momentarily press the activate button.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING1
Owner complaint2001 GMC YUKON ・ 2005-12-07
Steering, suspension, and transfer case problems
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
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- Fault
- THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED VARIOUS STEERING, SUSPENSION AND TRANSFER CASE PROBLEMS WITH HER 2001 GMC YUKON. (3 more)
- Remedy
- THE DEALER REPLACED THE HOUSING AND ELEMENT. (5 more)
- Inspection
- THE DEALER DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSFER CASE CHAIN HAD STRETCHED.
3 owner complaints have no classified sentences yet, so their causes and repairs are not picked out. Their text is in the list of records.

