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GMC Yukon XL 2000–2006

GMC Yukon XLModel years 2000–2006

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Common on this vehicle:Warning lightLoss of engine power, no accelerationStalls or shuts offMisfire or rough idleLeakNoiseGauge or instrument faultDoes not start

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Known issuesSingle-cylinder misfire (P0300-P0308) and/or chirp, squeak or tick at camshaft speed: worn cam lobe / lifter, valve or valve spring2

  1. Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2017-08-15(1 earlier editions of this document folded here)

    Engine Misfire and Service Engine Soon Lamp Information

    1. 1Fault

      • With the SES light on, a P0300-P0308 DTC is found with misfires counting on a single cylinder, which may or may not be felt.
      • The noise may be described as a chirp, squeak, squeal or tick and may increase off of idle.

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Possible causes

      • A worn cam lobe on this engine family generally makes a consistent chirp, squeak, squeal or tick at camshaft speed and/or a misfire with a P0300-P0308 DTC.

      Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

      1. Press on the rocker arms with a wooden hammer handle while the noise is present; if pressing the valve side of a rocker changes the noise, a lifter and/or cam lobe concern on that cylinder is most likely.
      2. Measure cam lobe lift at the push rod side of the rocker arm; it will differ from the SI specification but should be similar to the other rockers on the same bank.
      3. A bore scope or pen light may help when inspecting the cam lobes through the lifter bores.
      4. A good sign of a sticking valve is that misfires keep counting during an aggressive deceleration with engine braking.
      5. The Cylinder Leakage Test in SI should typically isolate valve leakage by showing excessive leakage past an intake or exhaust valve compared with the others.
      1 more points

    3. 3Correction

      Repair

      1. If a worn cam lobe or lifter roller is found, replace the camshaft and all lifters per SI, plus the plastic lifter guide for the affected lifter (for the 2010 model year, all the plastic lifter guides).
      2. If force is needed to tap the valve off its seat, there is excessive carbon build up, which may be repaired by decarboning the engine.
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    From the manufacturer’s document

    • Applies to：Applies to 1999-2013 GMC Savana, Sierra and Yukon (with a V8 engine per the model list) (note: the Yukon years run later than the years this service covers).
    • Condition：With the SES light on, a P0300-P0308 DTC is found with misfires counting on a single cylinder, which may or may not be felt.
    • Condition：The noise may be described as a chirp, squeak, squeal or tick and may increase off of idle.
    • Cause：A worn cam lobe on this engine family generally makes a consistent chirp, squeak, squeal or tick at camshaft speed and/or a misfire with a P0300-P0308 DTC.
    • Confirm：Press on the rocker arms with a wooden hammer handle while the noise is present; if pressing the valve side of a rocker changes the noise, a lifter and/or cam lobe concern on that cylinder is most likely.
    • Confirm：Measure cam lobe lift at the push rod side of the rocker arm; it will differ from the SI specification but should be similar to the other rockers on the same bank.
    • Confirm：A bore scope or pen light may help when inspecting the cam lobes through the lifter bores.
    • Repair：If a worn cam lobe or lifter roller is found, replace the camshaft and all lifters per SI, plus the plastic lifter guide for the affected lifter (for the 2010 model year, all the plastic lifter guides).
    • Confirm：A good sign of a sticking valve is that misfires keep counting during an aggressive deceleration with engine braking.
    • Repair：If force is needed to tap the valve off its seat, there is excessive carbon build up, which may be repaired by decarboning the engine.
    • Confirm：The Cylinder Leakage Test in SI should typically isolate valve leakage by showing excessive leakage past an intake or exhaust valve compared with the others.
    • Confirm：The two pieces of a broken valve spring can stay stacked together and be hard to see, so lightly push on different places on the springs with a small hammer handle.

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    Remedy
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, engine misfire, and/or engine noise. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0300-P0308. If published Service Information diagnostics does not isolate the cause of this concern technician should check for a worn camshaft lobe and/or lifter roller, a sticking valve, valve leakage, a broken valve spring, and a collapsed active fuel management lifter.

  2. Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2017-08-15

    Service Engine Soon Lamp and Engine Misfire Information

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

      This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, engine misfire, and/or engine noise. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0300-P0308. If published Service Information diagnostics does not isolate the cause of this concern technician should check for a worn camshaft lobe and/or lifter roller, a sticking valve, valve leakage, a broken valve spring, and a collapsed active fuel management lifter.

      What the documents say to do

      Single-cylinder misfire (P0300-P0308) and/or chirp, squeak or tick at camshaft speed: worn cam lobe / lifter, valve or valve spring

      Confirm

      • If pressing on the valve side of the rocker changes the noise, a lifter and/or cam lobe concern on that cylinder is most likely.

      Repair

      1. If a worn camshaft lobe or lifter roller is found, follow SI procedures to replace the camshaft and all lifters.
      2. Also replace the plastic lifter guide for the lifter that had the damaged cam lobe and/or lifter roller.

      Caution

      • A damaged cam lobe is easy to overlook when inspecting through the lifter bores; unworn lifter rollers do not mean the cam lobes are okay.
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    Remedy
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have a Service Engine Soon Malfunction Indicator Lamp on, engine misfire, and/or engine noise. Technician may find Diagnostic Trouble Codes P0300-P0308. If published Service Information diagnostics does not isolate the cause of this concern technician should check for a worn camshaft lobe and/or lifter roller, a sticking valve, valve leakage, a broken valve spring, and a collapsed active fuel management lifter.

Known issuesBrake pipe (brake line) corrosion and rupture1

  1. Owner complaint2002 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2012-08-22

    Broken and leaking brake lines due to severe underbody corrosion

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

Known issuesCastech cylinder head porosity crack (gradual coolant loss)1

  1. Manufacturer communication2001–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2024-03-19

    Internal Coolant Leak from Cylinder Head Location

    1. 1Fault

      • Some vehicles may experience a gradual coolant loss over time.

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Possible causes

      • A very low percentage of cylinder heads manufactured with an embossed Castech logo may develop a porosity crack in a very specific area.

      Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

      1. Check whether the head is a Castech casting by looking for the casting logo on top of the intake port, under the rocker arm support rail and in the spring deck cavity portion of the cylinder head.
      2. If the head is a Castech casting, inspect the area around the five oil drain holes for witness marks indicating coolant seepage over time.
      3. The crack can be in any of the five cylinder head oil drains and shows as a clean or shiny area on an otherwise stained surface.
      4. Pressurizing the cooling system at this time may reveal coolant, air, or a combination weeping in the described area.

    3. 3Correction

      Repair

      • If inspection reveals evidence of coolant witness marks, replace the entire cylinder head assembly.

      Caution

      • If the cylinder heads are not a Castech casting, follow normal diagnostic procedures in SI to determine the cause of the coolant loss.
      • If no evidence of coolant loss is found on inspection of Castech casting cylinder heads, follow normal diagnostic procedures in SI to determine the cause of the coolant loss.
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    From the manufacturer’s document

    • Applies to：Applies to 2001-2006 GMC Envoy, Jimmy, Sierra and Yukon models, among other listed GM models, with the 4.8L, 5.3L or 5.7L VORTEC GEN III, GEN IV V8 engine.
    • Condition：Some vehicles may experience a gradual coolant loss over time.
    • Cause：A very low percentage of cylinder heads manufactured with an embossed Castech logo may develop a porosity crack in a very specific area.
    • Confirm：Check whether the head is a Castech casting by looking for the casting logo on top of the intake port, under the rocker arm support rail and in the spring deck cavity portion of the cylinder head.
    • Confirm：If the head is a Castech casting, inspect the area around the five oil drain holes for witness marks indicating coolant seepage over time.
    • Confirm：The crack can be in any of the five cylinder head oil drains and shows as a clean or shiny area on an otherwise stained surface.
    • Confirm：Pressurizing the cooling system at this time may reveal coolant, air, or a combination weeping in the described area.
    • Repair：If inspection reveals evidence of coolant witness marks, replace the entire cylinder head assembly.
    • Caution：If the cylinder heads are not a Castech casting, follow normal diagnostic procedures in SI to determine the cause of the coolant loss.
    • Caution：If no evidence of coolant loss is found on inspection of Castech casting cylinder heads, follow normal diagnostic procedures in SI to determine the cause of the coolant loss.

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    Remedy
    This bulletin advises the technician of possible location of an internal coolant leak from a specific cylinder head and location.

Known issuesEngine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture (8.1L V8) - recall 06V-289 / Transport Canada 20061951

  1. Recall2004–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2006-03-08

    Fuel Rail Pulse Damper Retainer Clip Fracture Recall

    1. 1Fault

      • The engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper; if the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result and may cause a fire if an ignition source is present.

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Possible causes

      • Analysis showed some clips were not properly heat treated and were more susceptible to fracture.

      Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

      • To inspect for leaks, turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF for 2 seconds, turn it OFF for 10 seconds, turn it ON with the engine OFF, and inspect the fuel rail, fuel rail dampener, and fuel rail pressure cap and valve for fuel leaks.

    3. 3Correction

      Repair

      1. Dealers are to replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip.
      2. Connect the J 34730-1A fuel pressure gage to the fuel pressure valve, wrapping a shop towel around the fitting while connecting it to avoid spillage.
      3. Open the valve on the J 34730-1A to bleed the system pressure; to help relieve residual pressure in the fuel rail, push down on the fuel rail dampener, which should move inward approximately 2-3 mm (1/8 in) as the pressure releases.
      4. Push down on the fuel dampener and remove the fuel pressure dampener clip; discard the old clip.
      5. Push down on the fuel dampener and install the new fuel pressure dampener clip.
      1 more points

      Parts

      • Part: 12575017 Clamp-Fuel Pulse Dpnr, quantity 1 per vehicle.

      Part numbers printed in the document

      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

      • The service procedure in this recall is different from the service procedure in the service manual.
      • If the fuel pressure is not relieved as instructed in step 8, or the dampener is not held in position while the clip is replaced, the dampener O-ring may not seat or seal properly, and a damaged or improperly seated O-ring may result in a fuel leak.
      • Do not remove the fuel dampener from the fuel rail; if it is removed, a fuel dampener kit with a new O-ring must be installed.
      • The bulletin was revised to add new information to the service procedure: warning statements were added along with some other minor changes.
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    From the manufacturer’s document

    • Applies to：Applies to certain 2004-06 Chevrolet Silverado, Suburban, Avalanche; GMC Sierra, Yukon XL; and 2006 Chevrolet Kodiak and GMC TopKick equipped with an 8.1L V8 (RPO L18 - VIN G) engine.
    • Applies to：The defect notice lists GMC Yukon XL (GMT800): 2004 model year manufactured 03/2003 to 06/2004 (967 vehicles), 2005 manufactured 06/2004 to 06/2005 (658), and 2006 manufactured 07/2005 to 01/2006 (152).
    • Condition：The engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip may fracture, resulting in inadequate retention of the damper; if the damper comes loose, a fuel leak may result and may cause a fire if an ignition source is present.
    • Cause：Analysis showed some clips were not properly heat treated and were more susceptible to fracture.
    • Repair：Dealers are to replace the engine fuel rail pulse damper retainer clip.
    • Parts：Part: 12575017 Clamp-Fuel Pulse Dpnr, quantity 1 per vehicle.
    • Caution：The service procedure in this recall is different from the service procedure in the service manual.
    • Repair：Connect the J 34730-1A fuel pressure gage to the fuel pressure valve, wrapping a shop towel around the fitting while connecting it to avoid spillage.
    • Repair：Open the valve on the J 34730-1A to bleed the system pressure; to help relieve residual pressure in the fuel rail, push down on the fuel rail dampener, which should move inward approximately 2-3 mm (1/8 in) as the pressure releases.
    • Caution：If the fuel pressure is not relieved as instructed in step 8, or the dampener is not held in position while the clip is replaced, the dampener O-ring may not seat or seal properly, and a damaged or improperly seated O-ring may result in a fuel leak.
    • Caution：Do not remove the fuel dampener from the fuel rail; if it is removed, a fuel dampener kit with a new O-ring must be installed.
    • Repair：Push down on the fuel dampener and remove the fuel pressure dampener clip; discard the old clip.
    • Repair：Push down on the fuel dampener and install the new fuel pressure dampener clip.
    • Confirm：To inspect for leaks, turn the ignition ON with the engine OFF for 2 seconds, turn it OFF for 10 seconds, turn it ON with the engine OFF, and inspect the fuel rail, fuel rail dampener, and fuel rail pressure cap and valve for fuel leaks.
    • Repair：If a leak is present, a dampener kit with a new O-ring must be installed.
    • Caution：The bulletin was revised to add new information to the service procedure: warning statements were added along with some other minor changes.
    Cause
    ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AN 8.1L V8 (RPO L8-VIN G) ENGINE HAVE A CONDITION IN WHICH THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL PULSE DAMPER RETAINER CLIP MAY FRACTURE RESULTING IN INADEQUATE RETENTION OF THE DAMPER.
    Remedy
    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ENGINE FUEL RAIL PULSE DAMPER RETAINER CLIP FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-630-2438 AND GMC TRUCKS AT 1-866-996-9463.
    Consequence
    IF THE DAMPER COMES LOOSE, A FUEL LEAK MAY RESULT. FUEL LEAKAGE, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Known issuesInstrument panel cluster gauges stick, flutter or stop working1

  1. Owner complaint2004 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2011-01-05

    Rear heating and air condition hoses leaking and instrument cluster not working

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

      What the documents say to do

      Instrument panel cluster gauges stick, flutter or stop working

      Repair

      • Dealers replace the instrument panel cluster after verifying the condition.
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    Fault
    THE HOSES FOR THE REAR HEATING AND AIR CONDITION IS LEAKING AND I CALLED THE COMPANY AND THEY HAVE DISCONTINUED ALSO THE CLUSTER HAS COMPLETELY STOP WORKING. *TR

Known issuesOil leak after cold start from frozen PCV system (rear main seal)1

  1. Manufacturer communication2002–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2017-08-15

    Oil Leak at Cold Start in Low Ambient Temperature

    1. 1Fault

      • An oil leak may appear shortly after a cold start in extremely low ambient temperatures (approximately below 10*F) or with excessive short trip drive cycles.

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Possible causes

      • An oil leak from the rear main seal is the result of a frozen PCV system and excessive crankcase pressure.

    3. 3Correction

      Repair

      • Clean the area of the oil leak, clean and dry the PCV hoses, and replace the oil fill cap with part number 12589430 (vented oil fill cap) to prevent a reoccurrence.

      Part numbers printed in the document

      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.

      Parts

      • Oil fill cap part number 12589430 (vented oil fill cap).

      Part numbers printed in the document

      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.

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    From the manufacturer’s document

    • Applies to：Applies to 2002-2014 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL, Yukon Denali and Yukon XL Denali.
    • Applies to：Applies to vehicles with a V-8 gas engine except L83, L86 and LV3.
    • Condition：An oil leak may appear shortly after a cold start in extremely low ambient temperatures (approximately below 10*F) or with excessive short trip drive cycles.
    • Cause：An oil leak from the rear main seal is the result of a frozen PCV system and excessive crankcase pressure.
    • Repair：Clean the area of the oil leak, clean and dry the PCV hoses, and replace the oil fill cap with part number 12589430 (vented oil fill cap) to prevent a reoccurrence.
    • Parts：Oil fill cap part number 12589430 (vented oil fill cap).

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    Remedy
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about vehicles that have an oil leak shortly after a cold start when extremely low ambient temperatures are present. Technician will need to clean the area of the oil leak, clean and dry the PCV hoses, and replace the oil fill cap with part number 12589430.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING6

  1. Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2023-04-12(4 earlier editions of this document folded here)

    ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filter Torque Specification Notification

    1. 1Fault

      • An oil leak from underneath the front of the vehicle after an earlier oil service; the leak can take several thousand miles to appear.

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Possible causes

      • The oil may be leaking from between the oil filter gasket and the mounting surface.

      Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

      • The filter may be very easy to remove, sometimes by hand.

    3. 3Correction

      Repair

      1. Lubricate the new oil filter gasket with clean engine oil.
      2. Install the oil filter 1 full turn after the gasket contacts the sealing surface on the filter mounting flange.
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    • Applies to：Applies to all passenger cars and trucks, model years 2000 to 2024.
    • Condition：An oil leak from underneath the front of the vehicle after an earlier oil service; the leak can take several thousand miles to appear.
    • Cause：The oil may be leaking from between the oil filter gasket and the mounting surface.
    • Confirm：The filter may be very easy to remove, sometimes by hand.
    • Repair：Lubricate the new oil filter gasket with clean engine oil.
    • Repair：Install the oil filter 1 full turn after the gasket contacts the sealing surface on the filter mounting flange.

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    Remedy
    This service bulletin provides service information on new torque specification and installation procedure for ACDelco Spin-On Oil Filters.

  2. Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2023-01-06

    EVAP Leak Diagnostic Service Bulletin (DTCs P0442/P0455)

    1. 1Fault

      • The MIL is illuminated, and DTC P0442 (EVAP small leak detected) and/or P0455 (EVAP large leak detected) may be set in the ECM.

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Possible causes

      • P0455 sets because of a large leak or a purge blockage: an unseated tube connection, a damaged tube, a canister vent valve stuck open, or a purge valve stuck closed.
      • P0442 sets because of a small leak, which can come from a purge valve stuck open or a canister vent valve stuck open.

      Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

      1. Inspect every purge connection for proper installation, and look along the lines for damage or wear; if damage is seen, confirm it with the smoke test.
      2. Some leaks show only under pressure and some only under vacuum, so check both ways; cycling the purge and vent solenoids with GDS2 while inspecting may show a sticking valve.
      3. Critical connections to check include: purge tube to purge valve (at the intake manifold), purge tube to chassis EVAP line (rear of the engine, near the transmission), chassis EVAP line to canister, and fuel tank load line to canister.
      4. Also check the vent valve line at the vent valve, the fuel tank load line jumper connection near the fuel tank, and that the fuel tank cap is closed properly.
      5. If all connections are good, check the vent valve for a stuck-open position; if the vent valve works correctly, go on to the purge valve.
      1 more points

    3. 3Correction

      Parts

      • No parts are required for this repair.

      Caution

      • For diagnostic instructions, DTC information and required tools, always follow the service information document for the vehicle and DTC being worked on.
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    From the manufacturer’s document

    • Applies to：This bulletin only applies to vehicles with gasoline engines.
    • Condition：The MIL is illuminated, and DTC P0442 (EVAP small leak detected) and/or P0455 (EVAP large leak detected) may be set in the ECM.
    • Cause：P0455 sets because of a large leak or a purge blockage: an unseated tube connection, a damaged tube, a canister vent valve stuck open, or a purge valve stuck closed.
    • Cause：P0442 sets because of a small leak, which can come from a purge valve stuck open or a canister vent valve stuck open.
    • Confirm：Inspect every purge connection for proper installation, and look along the lines for damage or wear; if damage is seen, confirm it with the smoke test.
    • Confirm：Some leaks show only under pressure and some only under vacuum, so check both ways; cycling the purge and vent solenoids with GDS2 while inspecting may show a sticking valve.
    • Confirm：Critical connections to check include: purge tube to purge valve (at the intake manifold), purge tube to chassis EVAP line (rear of the engine, near the transmission), chassis EVAP line to canister, and fuel tank load line to canister.
    • Confirm：Also check the vent valve line at the vent valve, the fuel tank load line jumper connection near the fuel tank, and that the fuel tank cap is closed properly.
    • Confirm：If all connections are good, check the vent valve for a stuck-open position; if the vent valve works correctly, go on to the purge valve.
    • Confirm：Work in this order: EVAP lines properly installed and fully seated; damage on the EVAP lines; vent valve malfunction; purge valve malfunction.
    • Parts：No parts are required for this repair.
    • Caution：For diagnostic instructions, DTC information and required tools, always follow the service information document for the vehicle and DTC being worked on.

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    Remedy
    This service bulletin provides diagnostic tips/steps on testing for possible EVAP leaks in the system to correct a customer concern of an MIL Illuminated with DTCs P0442 and/or P0455 Set.

  3. Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL DENALI ・ 2022-09-07

    MIL Illuminated with Fuel Trim and Oxygen Sensor Codes

    1. 1Fault

      • Customers may comment that the MIL is illuminated.
      • Initial diagnosis may show fuel trim and O2 sensor related codes including P0101, P0137, P0138, P0140, P0141, P0157, P0158, P0160 and P0161.
      • The listed codes also include P0171, P0174, P0420, P0430, P1174 and P1175.

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Possible causes

      • These methods find small leaks around the O2 sensor embossments and slight cracks in an intake plenum or gasket.

      Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

      1. If normal SI diagnostics do not lead to a resolution and an intake vacuum leak or exhaust leak is suspected, use the GE-52250 Variable Pressure Leak Detector (preferred), the J-41416 ultrasonic leak tester, or possibly soapy water with low pressure air into the tailpipe to find the leak.
      2. For an intake leak, introduce the smoke into the brake booster hose or the oil dipstick tube; soapy water can be sprayed near the gasket, seams and all vacuum nipples.
      3. For an exhaust leak, put the hose with smoke or air into the tailpipe sealed with shop towels, then spray soapy water around seals, seams and bosses.

    3. 3Correction

      Parts

      • No parts are required for this repair.

      Caution

      • All of these tests are much more effective if the throttle body is covered or sealed.
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    • Applies to：Applies to Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC passenger cars and trucks, model years 2000 to 2022, gasoline engines only.
    • Condition：Customers may comment that the MIL is illuminated.
    • Condition：Initial diagnosis may show fuel trim and O2 sensor related codes including P0101, P0137, P0138, P0140, P0141, P0157, P0158, P0160 and P0161.
    • Condition：The listed codes also include P0171, P0174, P0420, P0430, P1174 and P1175.
    • Confirm：If normal SI diagnostics do not lead to a resolution and an intake vacuum leak or exhaust leak is suspected, use the GE-52250 Variable Pressure Leak Detector (preferred), the J-41416 ultrasonic leak tester, or possibly soapy water with low pressure air into the tailpipe to find the leak.
    • Caution：All of these tests are much more effective if the throttle body is covered or sealed.
    • Confirm：For an intake leak, introduce the smoke into the brake booster hose or the oil dipstick tube; soapy water can be sprayed near the gasket, seams and all vacuum nipples.
    • Confirm：For an exhaust leak, put the hose with smoke or air into the tailpipe sealed with shop towels, then spray soapy water around seals, seams and bosses.
    • Cause：These methods find small leaks around the O2 sensor embossments and slight cracks in an intake plenum or gasket.
    • Parts：No parts are required for this repair.

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    Remedy
    This bulletin provides information on tools available to find an intake vacuum leak or exhaust leak to correct a condition of MIL Illuminated with Multiple Fuel Trim and/or Oxygen Sensor Codes Set.

  4. Owner complaint2006 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2011-11-15

    Check engine light and exhaust manifold leak

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

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    Fault
    RECENTLY, MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON IN MY 2006 YUKON DENALI XL W/ A 6.0 ENGINE. (1 more)
    Inspection
    THE DIAGNOSTIC TEST SHOWED A GAS CAP PROBLEM. (1 more)
    Outcome
    HOWEVER, THIS DID NOT FIX THE ISSUE.

  5. Owner complaint2005 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2010-09-21

    Exhaust manifold bolt heads breaking, causing exhaust leak and engine error lights

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

      THE BOLTS NEED TO BE REMOVED AND REPLACED.

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    Fault
    EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLT HEADS ARE BREAKING ON MY 2005 YUKON XL DENALI CAUSING AN EXHAUST LEAK, AS WELL AS ENGINE ERROR LIGHTS.
    Remedy
    THE BOLTS NEED TO BE REMOVED AND REPLACED.

  6. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2010-07-21

    Manifold bolts broken on 2003 GMC Yukon XL

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

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    Fault
    THE MANIFOLD BOLTS ARE BROKEN ON MY 2003 GMC YUKON XL.

ENGINE3

  1. Manufacturer communication2000–2006 GMC YUKON XL ・ 2018-09-17(4 earlier editions of this document folded here)

    Engine Block Cylinder Bore Damage Preliminary Information

    1. 1Fault

      • The tip is for cases where cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round is suspected as the cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by.

    2. 2Finding the cause

      Possible causes

      • Dirt intrusion: if the air filtering system has been compromised the engine wears out very quickly; grit is found in the intake runners and the bores look lightly sand blasted.
      • Catalytic converter failure: if the converter brick is broken, its dust can be drawn back into the engine, and the bores look sand blasted.

      Steps to confirm (in the document’s order)

      1. The peak to valley specification for the crosshatch is .65-2.8 microns.
      2. Cylinder damage or scoring: the cylinder walls have grooves deep enough to catch with a fingernail.
      3. An out of round bore has areas where the crosshatch is missing or worn in different sections of the bore.
      4. If crosshatch is present all the way around the bore from top to bottom, the bore is not out of round.

    3. 3Correction

      Repair

      • With converter dust, the back cylinders go first if caught early; otherwise there is no crosshatch left and the engine needs to be replaced.

      Caution

      • GM has not had an issue with cylinders being machined out of round for any engine family in recent history.
      • A cylinder suspected of being oversize can only be confirmed by checking with an air gauge at the engine plant.
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    From the manufacturer’s document

    • Applies to：Applies to all brands, models and engines, 2000 - 2019.
    • Condition：The tip is for cases where cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round is suspected as the cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by.
    • Caution：GM has not had an issue with cylinders being machined out of round for any engine family in recent history.
    • Confirm：The peak to valley specification for the crosshatch is .65-2.8 microns.
    • Confirm：Cylinder damage or scoring: the cylinder walls have grooves deep enough to catch with a fingernail.
    • Confirm：An out of round bore has areas where the crosshatch is missing or worn in different sections of the bore.
    • Confirm：If crosshatch is present all the way around the bore from top to bottom, the bore is not out of round.
    • Cause：Dirt intrusion: if the air filtering system has been compromised the engine wears out very quickly; grit is found in the intake runners and the bores look lightly sand blasted.
    • Cause：Catalytic converter failure: if the converter brick is broken, its dust can be drawn back into the engine, and the bores look sand blasted.
    • Repair：With converter dust, the back cylinders go first if caught early; otherwise there is no crosshatch left and the engine needs to be replaced.
    • Caution：A cylinder suspected of being oversize can only be confirmed by checking with an air gauge at the engine plant.

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    Remedy
    This Preliminary Information communication provides information to the technician about engine block of possible cylinder bore damage, scoring or out of round as the possible cause of engine oil consumption, misfire, cylinder leakage or blow by. Technician will need to inspect the engine for Cylinder damage or scoring, An out of round cylinder bore, Dirt intrusion, and Catalytic Converter failure.

  2. Owner complaint2006 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2017-10-25

    Exhaust leak with broken bolt on driver side

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

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    Fault
    EXHAUST LEAK. (1 more)

  3. Owner complaint2003 GMC YUKON DENALI XL ・ 2012-06-12

    Broken exhaust manifold bolts with leaking gasket causing emission

    1. 1Fault

    2. 2Finding the cause

    3. 3Correction

      Not stated

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