Under the Hood
The Yukon is available with either rear- or four-wheel drive. The Yukon Denali can have an all-wheel-drive system that's distinct from the available part-time four-wheel drive on the regular Yukon.
When properly equipped, the Yukon can tow up to 8,500 pounds.
Powertrain features include:
Flex-fuel 320-horsepower, 5.3-liter V-8 with 335 pounds-feet of torque (348
pounds-feet when running on E85) and an available cylinder-deactivation system
Flex-fuel 403-hp, 6.2-liter V-8 with 417 pounds-feet of torque
Six-speed automatic transmission
Optional variable load-leveling suspension
Power rack-and-pinion steering
See also:
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position.
• The ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only when the shift lever is in P (Park).
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Engine Compartment Overview
5.3 L V8 Engine Shown (4.3 L V6 Engine, 4.8 L V6 Engine, 6.0 L V8 Engine, and
6.2 L V8 Engine Similar)
A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 10‑17.
B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. S ...
Brake System Warning Light
The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is not working, the remaining circuit can still work to stop the vehicle. For normal braking performance, both circuits need ...





