GMC Yukon XL 2000–2006
Common on this vehicle:NoiseCorrosion or rustLeakLiftgate, rear glass or door lockAir conditioning or heaterLights (headlights, turn signals)Parking brakeVibration or shudder
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Work done
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- says it was fixed1
- result not stated5
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Known issuesBrake pipe (brake line) corrosion and rupture2
Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2014-03-11
Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2012-08-22
Broken and leaking brake lines due to severe underbody corrosion
Known issuesVehicle body tilt or lean left / right (torsion bar front suspension)1
Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2017-08-15
Vehicle Lean Preliminary Information
1Fault
- The procedure is for customer complaints of the vehicle leaning left or right, whether the lean appears in the front, the rear, or both ends.
2Finding the cause
Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)
- Measure the fender wheel-opening heights, front and rear, to quantify the lean.
- P height and R height are each the distance from the ground to the highest point of the wheel opening, measured through the center of the wheel.
- If the left-to-right difference in P and/or R height is 1/2 inch (12 mm) or less, no repairs are suggested because the vehicle is within specification; if it exceeds 1/2 inch (12 mm), follow one of the three diagnostics.
3Correction
Repair
- Generally the stance can be adjusted with the torsion bar adjuster bolts.
- If Z height is out of spec and the D height difference is greater than 1/2 (12 mm), adjust Z height until it is within spec and the P and R height differences are less than 1/2 inch (12 mm).
- If adjustment is not possible, check the front eye of the rear leaf springs for matching color-coded tape or paint; if the two sides differ, switch the springs side to side, and if they match, replace the leaf spring on the lower side only.
- After all adjustments are done, perform a front-end alignment and check headlight aim.
Caution
- Before measuring, set the tire pressures to the pressure shown on the certification label.
- Before measuring, check the fuel level and add weight if necessary to simulate a full tank.
- The P and R heights are not set at the factory, and no specification is given for them.
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- Applies to:The model list includes the 1999 - 2006 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Yukon Denali and Yukon Denali XL.
- Applies to:It applies to vehicles with torsion bar front suspension.
- Condition:The procedure is for customer complaints of the vehicle leaning left or right, whether the lean appears in the front, the rear, or both ends.
- Confirm:Measure the fender wheel-opening heights, front and rear, to quantify the lean.
- Confirm:P height and R height are each the distance from the ground to the highest point of the wheel opening, measured through the center of the wheel.
- Caution:Before measuring, set the tire pressures to the pressure shown on the certification label.
- Caution:Before measuring, check the fuel level and add weight if necessary to simulate a full tank.
- Confirm:If the left-to-right difference in P and/or R height is 1/2 inch (12 mm) or less, no repairs are suggested because the vehicle is within specification; if it exceeds 1/2 inch (12 mm), follow one of the three diagnostics.
- Repair:Generally the stance can be adjusted with the torsion bar adjuster bolts.
- Repair:If Z height is out of spec and the D height difference is greater than 1/2 (12 mm), adjust Z height until it is within spec and the P and R height differences are less than 1/2 inch (12 mm).
- Repair:If adjustment is not possible, check the front eye of the rear leaf springs for matching color-coded tape or paint; if the two sides differ, switch the springs side to side, and if they match, replace the leaf spring on the lower side only.
- Repair:After all adjustments are done, perform a front-end alignment and check headlight aim.
- Caution:The P and R heights are not set at the factory, and no specification is given for them.
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- Remedy
- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a lean to the left or right. Technician will need to measure fender wheel-opening heights, front and rear, to quantify vehicle lean. Fender wheel-opening heights are related to, but distinct from, trim height. The front wheel-opening height is known as P height, and the rear wheel-opening height is known as R height. Adjust and heights that are out of specification. After all adjustments are done, perform a front-end alignment and check headlight aim.
STRUCTURE11
Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2018-04-16
TPO plastic fascias pre-painting/cleaning process
1Fault
- All fascias except those of the Corvette, Camaro and Cadillac XLR are made of TPO.
2Finding the cause
Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)
- If unsure of the plastic type, look for the plastic symbol (TPO) on the back of the part.
3Correction
Repair
- Wash with soap and water, then clean with a 50% mix of isopropyl alcohol and water (or a waterborne cleaner).
- Scuff sand as the paint supplier recommends, then reclean with the 50% mix of isopropyl alcohol and water (or a waterborne cleaner).
Caution
- A solvent-type cleaner will soften or begin to dissolve the primer; base coats do not affect this primer.
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- Applies to:Applies to 2013 and prior GM passenger cars and trucks.
- Condition:All fascias except those of the Corvette, Camaro and Cadillac XLR are made of TPO.
- Confirm:If unsure of the plastic type, look for the plastic symbol (TPO) on the back of the part.
- Repair:Wash with soap and water, then clean with a 50% mix of isopropyl alcohol and water (or a waterborne cleaner).
- Repair:Scuff sand as the paint supplier recommends, then reclean with the 50% mix of isopropyl alcohol and water (or a waterborne cleaner).
- Caution:A solvent-type cleaner will soften or begin to dissolve the primer; base coats do not affect this primer.
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- Remedy
- This informational bulletin provides information pre-painting/cleaning process for TPO plastic fascias.
Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2017-08-15
Preliminary Information - Vibration Diagnosis Using Pico Oscilloscope
1Fault
- Customer vibration complaints are among the most challenging to diagnose and repair accurately.
2Finding the cause
Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)
- Drive the vehicle to verify the condition and record a Pico data file of the concern.
- Review the Pico file and use it to help determine the root cause or component.
3Correction
Repair
- Repair the vehicle using the Pico information together with any published information relevant to the vibration frequency observed.
Caution
- Without knowing the vibration frequency, repair attempts are just spinning wheels.
- Component level vibrations such as blower motor, brake pulsation or shudder on turns do not require a Pico file; the requirement is for vehicle level vibration complaints.
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- Applies to:Applies to all 2000 and newer GM vehicles.
- Condition:Customer vibration complaints are among the most challenging to diagnose and repair accurately.
- Caution:Without knowing the vibration frequency, repair attempts are just spinning wheels.
- Confirm:Drive the vehicle to verify the condition and record a Pico data file of the concern.
- Confirm:Review the Pico file and use it to help determine the root cause or component.
- Repair:Repair the vehicle using the Pico information together with any published information relevant to the vibration frequency observed.
- Caution:Component level vibrations such as blower motor, brake pulsation or shudder on turns do not require a Pico file; the requirement is for vehicle level vibration complaints.
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- Remedy
- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vibration complaints that are one of the most challenging complaints to accurately diagnose and repair. Technician will need to use Pico Oscilloscope Diagnostic Kit to effectively diagnosis vehicles. Technician should drive the vehicle will using the Pico Oscilloscope to record data. After the data is recorded it should be reviewed to determine the root cause of the concern. If a repair attempt made the concern better but not eliminated or had no affect at all, and are requesting assistance from General Motors Technical Assistance Center record another Pico file and save it to the computer. After the new Pico Oscilloscope data has been saved email the data to General Motors Technical Assistance Center in the subject line include ?Vibration? ?Business Associate Code? and the last 8 of the Vehicle Identification Number.
Manufacturer communication2001–2005 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2004-11-03
Pop/Clunk Noise on Right or Left Turns
1Fault
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
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- Remedy
- POP/CLUNK NOISE ON RIGHT OR LEFT TURNS. *TC *SC
Manufacturer communication2000–2004 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2004-04-30
Buzz Noise from Headliner Above Driver
1Fault
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
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- BUZZ NOISE FROM HEADLINER ABOVE DRIVER. *MR
Manufacturer communication2000–2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2002-03-12
Front and Rear Side Door Access Door Noise
1Fault
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
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- Remedy
- SUBJECT REGARDING FRONT AND REAR SIDE DOOR ACCESS DOOR NOISE (REPLACE DOOR CHECK LINK). *JG
Manufacturer communication2000–2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2002-02-07
Front and Rear Side Access Door Noise Information
1Fault
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT AND REAR SIDE ACCESS DOOR NOISE. *YH
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- Remedy
- INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT AND REAR SIDE ACCESS DOOR NOISE. *YH
Manufacturer communication2000–2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2002-02-07
Door Manual Lock Lever Disengages from Door Trim Panel
1Fault
Not stated
2Finding the cause
3Correction
SUBJECT ON DOOR MANUAL LOCK LEVER DISENGAGES FROM DOOR TRIM PANEL. *YH
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- Remedy
- SUBJECT ON DOOR MANUAL LOCK LEVER DISENGAGES FROM DOOR TRIM PANEL. *YH
Manufacturer communication2001–2002 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2001-11-08
Center Console Power Door Replacement Part Numbers Notice
1Fault
Not stated
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO CENTER CONSOLE POWER DOOR REPLACEMENT PART NUMBERS *JG
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- Remedy
- SUBJECT PERTAINING TO CENTER CONSOLE POWER DOOR REPLACEMENT PART NUMBERS *JG
Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2010-09-19
Rear tailgate glass hinge failure and improper closure
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
Not stated
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- Fault
- REAR GLASS DOES NOT CLOSE PROPERLY AND IS AT RISK TO DETACH FROM VEHICLE.
Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL 1500 ・ 2008-11-17
Liftgate glass detached while driving on highway
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
Not stated
Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2008-05-31
Back window hinge passenger side separated from window broke
1Fault
BACK WINDOW HINGE, PASSENGER SIDE, 02 YUKON XL, SEPARATED FROM WINDOW/BROKE.
2Finding the cause
3Correction
Not stated
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- Fault
- BACK WINDOW HINGE, PASSENGER SIDE, 02 YUKON XL, SEPARATED FROM WINDOW/BROKE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM3
Manufacturer communication2001–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2018-05-21
Informational Bulletin on Latest PI and Service Bulletins
1Fault
- The document is a field product reminder list of issues by vehicle line under the heading Fix it Right the First Time; it is an index to other documents.
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
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- Applies to:Applies to 2013 and earlier GM passenger cars and trucks.
- Condition:The document is a field product reminder list of issues by vehicle line under the heading Fix it Right the First Time; it is an index to other documents.
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- Remedy
- This informational bulletin provides a list of newly released PI and Bulletins in regards to recent released vehicles so that vehicles can be fixed right the first time in for service.
Manufacturer communication2002–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2008-12-12
Seat Position Sensor Circuits Notification
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
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- GMC: SIR MIL DTC B0084 AND/OR B0085. THIS CONCERN COULD BE CAUSED BY BROKEN SEAT POSITION SENSOR CIRCUITS UNDER THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER FRONT SEATS. OVER TIME, FROM REPEATED SEAT MOVEMENT, THE WIRING COULD BREAK. *PE
Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2006-07-12
Rear passenger doors may be slightly open without driver alert
1Fault
REAR PASSENGER DOORS MAY BE SLIGHTLY OPEN AND THE DRIVER PANEL IS NOT ALERTED. *JB
2Finding the cause
3Correction
Not stated
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- Fault
- REAR PASSENGER DOORS MAY BE SLIGHTLY OPEN AND THE DRIVER PANEL IS NOT ALERTED. *JB
- Cause
- 2002 YUKON XL HAS INHERENT DESIGN FLAW.
EQUIPMENT2
Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2021-06-14
Unusual Noise Diagnosis - Technical Assistance Procedure
1Fault
2Finding the cause
Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)
- Before disassembly and before calling Technical Assistance, get a sound/video file of an unusual noise that is hard to identify, isolate or pinpoint.
- Place the PicoScope accelerometer sensor nearest to where the noise seems to come from; moving the sensor and recording again may isolate the area better.
- In setup, select the TA148 Interface in the "Box" dropdown and the TA144 Microphone in the "Sensor" dropdown.
3Correction
Caution
- Keep the cable routed away from the exhaust when working in the engine compartment, and away from moving parts when working under the vehicle.
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- Applies to:Applies to all models, 2000 - 2021.
- Confirm:Before disassembly and before calling Technical Assistance, get a sound/video file of an unusual noise that is hard to identify, isolate or pinpoint.
- Confirm:Place the PicoScope accelerometer sensor nearest to where the noise seems to come from; moving the sensor and recording again may isolate the area better.
- Caution:Keep the cable routed away from the exhaust when working in the engine compartment, and away from moving parts when working under the vehicle.
- Confirm:In setup, select the TA148 Interface in the "Box" dropdown and the TA144 Microphone in the "Sensor" dropdown.
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- Remedy
- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an unusual noise and is difficult to identify, isolate or pinpoint. Technician should get record a sound clip or take a video of the noise for assessment by engineering. Technician will need to call General Motors Technical Assistance Center for further assistance.Â
Manufacturer communication2002–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2018-06-04
Informational Bulletin Revision 05-08-48-001B
1Fault
- The bulletin gives retail and wholesale service personnel guidelines for using the windshield replacement labor operation.
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
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- Applies to:Applies to 2014 and prior GM passenger cars and light duty trucks.
- Condition:The bulletin gives retail and wholesale service personnel guidelines for using the windshield replacement labor operation.
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- This informational bulletin provides a revision for 05-08-48-001B to add 2010-2014 model years and update Labor Operation.
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY2
Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2021-04-26
Underbody Component Corrosion Guidance
1Fault
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
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- Remedy
- Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2021-04-26
Underbody Component Corrosion Information
1Fault
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
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- Remedy
- Underbody Component Corrosion The following information may be helpful when addressing underbody component corrosion with customers. Some customers may comment that one or more of their vehicle's underbody components are showing some form of corrosion. This corrosion may be red in appearance (rust) if the component is steel, forged iron or cast iron. This corrosion may also be grey or white in color if the component is constructed of an aluminum alloy.
ENGINE1
Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2020-01-09
Air bags did not deploy during tree impact at 47 MPH
1Fault
Not stated
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
Not stated
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- Consequence
- MY HUSBAND WAS OUT OF WORK FOR 5 MONTHS DUE TO TORN LIGAMENTS IN HIS SHOULDERS AND STILL HAS TO HAVE SURGERY.
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES1
Manufacturer communication2000–2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2002-03-12
Door Manual Lock Lever Disengages from Door Trim Panel
1Fault
Not stated
2Finding the cause
3Correction
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- Remedy
- SUBJECT REGARDING DOOR MANUAL LOCK LEVER DISENGAGES FROM DOOR TRIM PANEL (REPAIR LOCK LEVER) *JG
SEATS1
Manufacturer communication2000–2003 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2012-02-06
Driver and Passenger Head Restraint Comfort for GM Vehicles
1Fault
Not stated
2Finding the cause
Not stated
3Correction
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- GENERAL MOTORS: INFORMATION PROVIDED BY BULLETIN FOR ALL 2012 AND PRIOR GENERAL MOTOR TRUCKS AND PASSENGER VEHICLES REGARDING THE ADJUSTABLE COMFORT AND CUSTOM UPHOLSTERY OF THE DRIVER AND THE PASSENGER HEAD RESTRAINT. *PE
SIDE/REAR1
Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2017-08-15(1 earlier editions of this document folded here)
Ultraviolet Protection and Tint Information for Glass
1Fault
- Owners may question the percentage of UV protection or tint offered by the windshield or side glass.
2Finding the cause
Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)
- Front side door glass reduces UV rays down to 35% or less.
- Rear window, door or quarter glass reduces UV rays down to 10% or less if equipped with Privacy Glass (RPO AJ1).
- Rear door glass, quarter windows and back windows can be either Solar glass (>/=70%) or Privacy glass, which has a nominal light transmittance of 20%.
3Correction
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- Applies to:The model list includes 2000-2013 GMC Yukon models.
- Condition:Owners may question the percentage of UV protection or tint offered by the windshield or side glass.
- Confirm:Front side door glass reduces UV rays down to 35% or less.
- Confirm:Rear window, door or quarter glass reduces UV rays down to 10% or less if equipped with Privacy Glass (RPO AJ1).
- Confirm:Rear door glass, quarter windows and back windows can be either Solar glass (>/=70%) or Privacy glass, which has a nominal light transmittance of 20%.
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- This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about the percentage of Ultraviolet protection or tint offered by the windshield or side glass. Technician should be advised Windshield reduces Ultraviolet rays down to 4% or less. Front side door glass reduces Ultraviolet rays down to 35% or less. Windshields are SOLAR glass with a light transmittance of >/=70%. Front door glass are Solar glass with a light transmission of >/=70%. Rear door glass, quarter windows and back windows can use either Solar glass (>/=70%) or Privacy glass, which has a light transmittance of 20%.
VISIBILITY1
Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2005-09-23
Both heated rearview mirrors crack at heating element
1Fault
2Finding the cause
3Correction
Not stated
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- Fault
- BOTH HEATED REARVIEW MIRRORS CRACK SIDE NEXT TO CAR AT HEATING ELEMENT AND THEN THE CRACK MOVES ACROSS THE MIRROR. *NM
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