GMC Yukon XL 2000–2006

Recall2005 GMC YUKON XL ・ —

Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Position Indicator Illumination Recall

1. 1Fault

   • Under certain starting conditions the shift lever position indicator in the instrument panel cluster may not illuminate; on later start-ups the condition may or may not recur.
   • If the indicator does not illuminate, the driver may not know which gear is selected and the vehicle may move in an unintended direction, possibly injuring people outside the vehicle.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Shift Lever Position Indicator: failed

   Possible causes

   • The PRNDL indicator behavior is induced only by a very specific battery voltage waveform and depends on vehicle level characteristics, while the vehicle otherwise operates normally.
   • The "blank PRNDL" anomaly appeared at the assembly plants after interim 2005 model year instrument panel cluster revisions that began on January 31, 2005.
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3. 3Correction

   • Instrument Panel Cluster: reprogrammed

   Repair

   1. Dealers are to reprogram the instrument panel cluster.
   2. Prepare the vehicle for instrument panel cluster (IPC) reprogramming, then program the IPC using TIS data version 2.25.

   Parts

   • No parts are required for this recall.

   Caution

   • The service calibration is in Techline Information System (TIS) data version 2.25 and on TIS CD-ROM version 3.
   • A later dealer message says TIS Data 2.50 has been released, so dealers no longer need to contact the Techline Customer Support Center (TCSC) for a VCI number to access the calibration.
   • Vehicles with manual transmissions are not involved in this recall and need no further action.

Owner complaint2005 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2012-05-29

Gear indicator on instrument panel no longer illuminates

1. 1Fault

   THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR INDICATOR ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL NO LONGER ILLUMINATED.

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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3CorrectionNot repaired

   THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.

   What the documents say to do

   Shift lever position indicator in the instrument cluster may not illuminate (FMVSS 102) - recall 05V-055

   Repair

   1. Dealers reprogram the instrument panel cluster.
   2. Prepare the vehicle for instrument panel cluster (IPC) reprogramming, then program the IPC using TIS data version 2.25.

Recall2000 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2005-07-01

Hydraulic Pump Driveshaft Fracture Recall

1. 1Fault

   • The driveshaft in the power steering hydraulic pump can fracture, which results in loss of hydraulic power assist for steering.
   • On vehicles with Hydro-Boost power brakes the same condition can also remove power assist for braking; an inoperative pump raises steering effort, and braking effort on Hydro-Boost vehicles, but the vehicle can still be steered and slowed.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Hydraulic Pump Driveshaft: broken

   Possible causes

   • The pump supplier, Delphi-Saginaw Plant 3, had salvaged 45,000 rejected pump rotors by manually regrinding them from oversize dimensions to a thickness within tolerance.
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3. 3Correction

   • Hydraulic Pump: replaced

   Repair

   1. Dealers are to replace the power steering hydraulic pump.
   2. On EVO equipped pumps, lubricate the new o-ring seal taken from the replacement pump fitting with clean power steering fluid and install it in the correct groove in the EVO actuator.
   3. Tighten the EVO actuator assembly to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
   4. Install the front mounting bolts and tighten them to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
   5. Install the rear mounting nuts to the studs and tighten them to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

   3 more points

   Parts

   • Pumps for CK models: 88963602 (CK w/L31/JB7 Pwr Brk Sys), 88963606 (CK w/JB8/JD7 Hydr Brk Sys), 88963609 (CK w/JF9 4-Whl Disc Brk Sys) and 26081016 (CK w/JH6 Hydr Brk Sys), 1 per vehicle.
   • Hydraulic power steering fluid, 89021184 (U.S.) or 89021186 (Canada), as required.

   Part numbers printed in the document

   • 88963602Look up at RockAuto (aftermarket candidates) ↗Search the web ↗

   • 88963606Look up at RockAuto (aftermarket candidates) ↗Search the web ↗

   • 88963609Look up at RockAuto (aftermarket candidates) ↗Search the web ↗

   • 26081016Look up at RockAuto (aftermarket candidates) ↗Search the web ↗

   • 89021184Look up at RockAuto (aftermarket candidates) ↗Search the web ↗

   • 89021186Look up at RockAuto (aftermarket candidates) ↗Search the web ↗

   The numbers are as the document prints them. The name and the replacing number are what the pages of GMPartsGiant, a reseller of genuine parts and not GM, state. Aftermarket equivalents are not checked here (the links only search by number). Confirm the fit for the vehicle (VIN) before ordering.

   Caution

   • Tools required for the CK procedure: J 25034-C pulley remover, J 25033-C pulley installer, J 43485 bleeder adapter and J 35555 Metal Mityvac.

Owner complaint2001 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2004-08-17

Vehicle rolled with parking brake and transmission failures reported

1. 1Fault

   • Parking brake
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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Parking Brake: failed
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3. 3Correction

   Not stated

   What the documents say to do

   Parking brake linings worn out prematurely, parking brake does not hold (PBR single-shoe drum-in-hat)

   Confirm

   • On complaint vehicles examined in the field, wear occurred earlier and to a greater extent on the driver's side parking brake unit and was largely localized at the tip of one of the linings.

   Repair

   1. A revised clip designed to exert less force on the shoe went into MY 2003 production and into the service part stream. Installing the newer clip and replacing worn linings has been shown to remedy the defect.
   2. The closing report lists a bulletin of Aug 2004 as 02-05-26-001B "Brakes - Parking Brake Shoe Retainer Clip Availability", announcing a new retainer clip service kit for DIH-equipped vehicles.

   Caution

   • The vehicles warn the operator with a chime if driven over 3 mph (= 4.83 km/h) with the parking brake engaged.

Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL 1500 ・ 2008-02-26

Automatic gear select lever will not move to park position

1. 1Fault

   THE GEAR SELECT LEVER WOULD NOT MOVE INTO THE PARK POSITION. (2 more)

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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Shift Lever Return Spring: broken
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3. 3Correction

   I REMOVED THE BROKEN SPRING PARTS AND THE SHIFT LEVER WILL NOW MOVE TO PARK.

Owner complaint2006 GMC YUKON XL 1500 ・ 2007-10-19

Foul smell from rear differential, recurring after rebuild

1. 1Fault

   Not stated

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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Differential: failed
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3. 3Correction

   • Differential: repaired
   • Fluid: replaced (says it did not fix it)

Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2005-10-11

Reaction sunshell broken inside transmission

1. 1Fault

   GMC 2002, YUKON: THE REACTION SUNSHELL BROKEN INSIDE OF TRANSMISSION.

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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Reaction Sun Shell: broken
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3. 3CorrectionNot repaired

   3) CORRECT FAILURE: GMC IS DOING NOTHING TO CORRECT THIS FAILURE THAT I KNOW OF.

Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2005-08-01

Transmission lurch and slip during acceleration with loss of gears

1. 1Fault

   DURING ACCELERATION, TRANSMISSION LURCH AND SLIP OCCURRED CAUSING ENGINE TO OVER-REV RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF THIRD GEAR, FORTH GEAR, AND REVERSE.

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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Transmission: failed
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3. 3Correction

   • Transmission: repaired

Owner complaint2000 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2005-07-28

Loss of power steering and braking assist after towing

1. 1Fault

   THEN REALIZED THAT ALL POWER ASSISTED BRAKING AND STEERING WAS GONE.

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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Hydraulic Pump Driveshaft: broken
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3. 3Correction

   • Hydraulic Pump: replaced (says it was fixed)

Owner complaint2001 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2003-05-09

Rear end noise and bearing failure report

1. 1Fault

   • Noise
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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Rear Differential Bearing: worn
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3. 3Correction

   • Pinion: replaced
   • Rear Differential Bearing: replaced
   • Side Bearing: replaced

Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2024-08-15

Transmission Core Damage Prevention Notice

1. 1Fault

   • GM is receiving many cracked or broken transmission cores at the remanufacturing facilities, and the damage makes them unusable for remanufacturing.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   • Transmission Core: broken
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3. 3Correction

   GM is receiving damaged (cracked or broken) transmission cores returned to the reman facilities. The damage is being caused either in the removal process by the technician, or inadequate packaging or shipping. This bulletin advises the dealers to be more careful not to damage the transmissions during removal and to package the core properly for return.

Manufacturer communication2005–2006 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2024-06-07(3 earlier editions of this document folded here)

Water or Ethylene Glycol in Transmission Fluid

1. 1Fault

   • Vibration or shudder
   • Water or ethylene glycol in ATF changes the friction of the clutches, frequently causing shudder during engagement or gear changes, especially during torque converter clutch engagement.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   1. An indication of water in the ATF: ATF blowing out of the transmission vent tube.
   2. The ATF may appear cloudy or, with extreme contamination, look like a strawberry milkshake.
   3. There may be visible water in the oil pan or a milky white substance inside the pan area.
   4. Spacer plate gaskets appear swollen or wrinkled in areas where they are not compressed.
   5. If water is found in the ATF and its source is not identified, or a leaking in-radiator transmission oil cooler is suspected, a simple and quick test kit that detects ethylene glycol in ATF is available.

   1 more points
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3. 3Correction

   Repair

   1. If water or coolant is found in the transmission, all rubber-type seals, all composition-faced clutch plates and/or bands, all nylon parts and the torque converter must be replaced.
   2. Thoroughly clean and rebuild the transmission, using new gaskets and oil filter.
   3. Flush and flow check the transmission oil cooler using J-45096.
   4. Thoroughly inspect the engine cooling system and hoses and clean/repair as necessary.

Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2022-09-19

Flexplate and Torque Converter Separation Warning

1. 1Fault

   • Noise
   • A noise comes from underneath a vehicle equipped with an automatic transmission.
   • The technician may find that the noise comes from the bell housing area.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Possible causes

   • Running the engine with those bolts removed may damage the pilot on the front of the torque converter, the pilot hole in the end of the crankshaft, or both.

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   • Use chassis ears to isolate the component or assembly that is the loudest source of the noise.
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3. 3Correction

   Caution

   • Do not separate the torque converter from the flex plate.
   • Do not remove the flex plate to torque converter bolts, push the converter back and start the engine to tell whether the noise is from the engine or the transmission.

Manufacturer communication2005–2006 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2024-02-17(6 earlier editions of this document folded here)

Warranty Admin Service Bulletin - Engine/Transmission Replacement

1. 1Fault

   • Under GM Service Policies and Procedures, dealers are to perform the most cost economical repair when deciding between assembly repair and replacement.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3Correction

   This Warranty Admin service bulletin provides guidelines for Dealers Not Required and for Dealers Required to Contact the PQC for engine or transmission assembly replacement and explains the PQC process, GWM Transaction submission, vehicle service record retention and proper handling of assembly returns for Canadian Dealers only.

Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2024-02-02

Piston Installation Procedure

1. 1Fault

   Not stated

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2. 2Finding the cause

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   • Refer to the Engine Mechanical Specification in SI for the correct bore and piston specification.
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3. 3Correction

   Repair

   1. When installing a piston into a cylinder, use a ring compressor sleeve or equivalent for best results.
   2. Choose a sleeve with a smooth radius that tapers down to the specific bore size.
   3. Select a size only slightly bigger than the piston diameter and not larger than the cylinder bore diameter.

   Caution

   • If a sleeve is unavailable in the needed size, a universal ring compressor will work but is more difficult to use.

Manufacturer communication2004–2006 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2023-11-22

Vibration Analysis Worksheet Service Bulletin

1. 1Fault

   • Vibration or shudder
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   1. When diagnosing vibration, use the worksheet together with the Vibration Analysis - Road Testing procedure in the service information.
   2. Place the sensor where the vibration is felt: on the seat track for a seat complaint, on the steering column for a steering wheel complaint.
   3. Moving the sensor to other areas, look for the same Hz reading with the greatest amplitude.
   4. If a system balance was attempted and the vibration remains, check ring gear backlash at each tooth; readings should not vary more than 0.050 mm (0.002 in).
   5. Aluminum wheel/tire runout measured on the vehicle: maximum 0.030 in (.762 mm).

   2 more points
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3. 3Correction

   This service bulletin provides a vibration analysis worksheet the technician can use in conjunction with the appropriate Vibration Analysis-Road testing procedure when diagnosing vibration concerns.

Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2023-09-26

Normal Transmission Shift and Throttle Response Delay

1. 1Fault

   • Loss of engine power, no acceleration
   • A sag or hesitation may be noticed when coasting at low speeds of less than 24 km/h (15 mph) with a closed throttle and then aggressively applying the throttle.
   • With an automatic transmission, after a hard complete stop with a closed throttle immediately followed by an aggressive throttle opening, the downshifts may not be completed by the time the throttle is opened.
   • A sag or hesitation may also be noticed while cruising at highway speeds and then aggressively increasing the throttle, forcing a down-shift.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Possible causes

   • In this maneuver the throttle blade is opened slowly for up to 0.7 seconds, even though the accelerator is applied aggressively, to help minimize driveline lash and clunking.
   • As a result, approximately 0.5 seconds of zero torque may be commanded to allow the shift to first gear to occur.
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3. 3Correction

   Caution

   • All of these conditions are a result of Torque Management and should be considered normal; no repairs should be attempted.

Manufacturer communication2005–2006 GMC YUKON XL 2500 ・ 2022-12-06(2 earlier editions of this document folded here)

Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty Policy

1. 1Fault

   • The document gives the policies for U.S. dealers on engine and transmission assembly replacement under warranty, policy or Customer Enthusiasm.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3Correction

   This bulletin provides information on Policies Applicable to All U.S. Dealers for Engine and Transmission Assembly Replacement Under Warranty, Policy or Customer Enthusiasm and information on Submission of Warranty Transaction in Global Warranty Management.

Manufacturer communication2003–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2022-10-11(1 earlier editions of this document folded here)

OEM and Remanufactured Engine/Transmission ID Notification

1. 1Fault

   Not stated

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2. 2Finding the cause

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   1. The engine bar code tag could be on a rocker arm cover, on the ends of a cylinder head, or on the oil pan or oil rail area of the engine.
   2. All remanufactured engines have a label on the right or left side of the block.
   3. On the 4.8L/5.3L/6.0L/6.2L (Gen III/Gen IV) engines the remanufactured engine label is on the left side of the block.
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3. 3Correction

   Caution

   • If a piston must be replaced, measure the cylinder before ordering; most of these engines have oversized cylinders, and oversized piston ring packs are not available for service.
   • If crankshaft bearings must be replaced, measure the crankshaft before ordering; a crankshaft that has been turned must be replaced, together with all new standard size bearings.

Owner complaint2004 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2015-09-23

Engine stalls while driving at approximately 60 MPH

1. 1Fault

   • Stalls or shuts off
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3Correction

   • TAC Module: replaced (says it came back)
   • Throttle Body: replaced (says it came back)

Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2014-11-23

Vehicle powers down without pattern, reduced engine power light on, steering and brakes hard

1. 1Fault

   • Loss of engine power, no acceleration
   • Reduced Engine Power
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3Correction

   • Fuel Pump: replaced
   • Battery: replaced
   • Throttle Body: replaced
   • Wiring Harness: replaced

Manufacturer communication2003–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2021-04-20

Engine and Transmission Identification

1. 1Fault

   Not stated

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2. 2Finding the cause

   Not stated

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3. 3Correction

   OEM and Remanufactured Engine and Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Identification

Owner complaint2005 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2014-04-02

Spontaneously shifts into 4LO at any speed

1. 1Fault

   MY 2005 GMC YUKON XL 1500 WILL SPONTANEOUSLY SHIFT ITSELF INTO 4LO. (6 more)

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2. 2Finding the cause

   I BELIEVE THAT THIS IS A FUNDAMENTAL DEFECT IN GM VEHICLES USING THIS 4 WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM.

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3. 3Correction

   I HAVE ALSO NOT COME ACROSS ANY SORT OF MANUAL FIX, I.E. TURNING OFF THE IGNITION, TAKING THE VEHICLE OUT OF GEAR, BACKING UP, ETC. THIS HAS HAPPENED MORE THAN 5 TIMES, AND HAS ONLY CEASED TO HAPPEN BECAUSE I HAVE REMOVED THE RELAY WHICH CONTROLS THE 4WD SYSTEM.

Manufacturer communication2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2020-12-07

Aftermarket ALDL/DLC Interface Devices - Diagnostic Concerns

1. 1Fault

   • Gauge or instrument fault
   • Warning light
   • C0561 (general documents only)
   • U0100 (general documents only)
   • U0101 (general documents only)
   • U186B (general documents only)
   • U1862 (general documents only)
   • The radio may not shut off after the vehicle is shut down, and bus or LAN traffic may stay active, leading to a discharged battery.
   • C0561 may be stored in the EBCM, leading to a traction control issue, and there may be no high speed LAN communication with various communication U-codes.
   • The SES, MIL or CEL light may be set with numerous communication DTCs such as U0100, U0101, U186B and U1862.
   • The transmission may not shift for one key cycle (TCM in default mode), and gauge readings may be erratic or displays may flicker.
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2. 2Finding the cause

   Possible causes

   • Monitoring devices and other electronic accessories such as aftermarket cruise control or police speed checking devices (RADAR or LIDAR) may cause one or more of the listed concerns.
   • Many of the problems could be caused by an open connection on the HSCAN bus: a device that connects to only one CAN + causes bus errors and erratic ECU behavior.

   Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

   • If normal diagnostics find no root cause, check for a device plugged into the ALDL or Data Link Connector (DLC) for tracking and/or maintenance interval scheduling.
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3. 3Correction

   Repair

   1. If SI diagnostics do not identify the source and the device is available, try to duplicate the condition, then remove the device to see whether the condition is eliminated.
   2. If removing the DLC interface device resolves the concern, tell the customer the result and that they should work with the device's supplier for further resolution.

   Caution

   • The customer may remove the device for use in another vehicle while theirs is in for service.
   • Some devices carry a second DLC connector, with the device and the rest of the harness hidden out of sight, so the technician may not notice that the diagnostic connector is not in the factory location.