2004 GMC YUKON AND YUKON XL

Unique to Canada

NEW FOR 2004

  • Standard Hydroboost brakes extended to 1500 Series models
  • Standard tire-pressure monitoring system, except on 2500 Series
  • 17-inch, six-spoke premium aluminum wheels
  • 17-inch all-season blackwall or whitewall tires
  • 17-inch on-/off-road blackwall tires (Z71)
  • Right-front passenger safety-belt reminder
  • Sunroof and DVD rear-passenger entertainment system available together for the first time
  • Trailering group includes seven-to-four-pin adapter and electric brake wiring harness
  • New exterior colors: Deep Blue Metallic, Silver Birch Metallic and Sport Red

MODEL LINEUP

 
Engines
Transmissions
Vortec 4800
4.8L V-8
Vortec 5300
5.3L V-8
Vortec 6000
6.0L V-8
Vortec 8100
8.1L V-8
4-spd auto
(Hydra-Matic
4L60-E)
4-spd auto
(Hydra-Matic
4L80-E)
4-spd auto*
(Hydra-Matic
4L85-E)
Yukon 2WD / 4WD
s
o
-
-
s
-
-
Yukon XL 1500 2WD /
4WD
-
s
-
-
s
-
-
Yukon XL 2500 2WD /
4WD
-
-
s
o
-
s
o

* 4L85-E transmission is standard with the optional Vortec 8100 V-8 engine.

Key:
Standard s
Optional o
Not available -

CUSTOMER PROFILE

The Yukon and Yukon XL are for active families or individuals who need to carry both people and cargo. Two-thirds of the buyers have professional or white-collar occupations. Purchase reasons include vehicle quality and reliability, as well as trailering ability and interior roominess.

PRODUCT HISTORY

1936

GMC Suburban debuts

1955

Suburban - New sheetmetal and new V8 engine

1970

Yukon model debuts

1973

Yukon - Front-wheel disc brakes introduced

1975

Yukon - Optional removable hardtop discontinued

1976

Yukon - 305-cu.in. V8 engine introduced

1977

Yukon - Soft-Ride suspension introduced

1982

New 6.2L diesel engine introduced; 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission available

1987

Suburban - Throttle body fuel injection on all gas engines up to 10,000 GVWR

1990

Rear-wheel anti-lock brakinf system (ABS); additional use of 2-sided galvanized steel for improved corrosion protection

1991

Suburban - New optional 7.4L V8 engine; new 4L80-E heavy duty electronic 4-speed automatic overdrive transmission

1992

Yukon - New-generation model adopts styling, chassis and powertrain of fullsize pickup; longer wheelbase, higher GVWR and greater towing capacity; modifications for one additional passenger; 4-wheel drive and 4-wheel ABS become standard; Insta-Trac on 4WD models (Suburban only); modified suspension for car-like ride (Suburban only)

1993

4L60-E electronic transmission introduced

1994

6.5L Turbo Diesel introduced

1995

Standard driver-side air bag; mid-year introduction of 4-door model; redesigned instrument panel; available remote keyless entry system

1996

Two-door models become available with 2-wheel drive; new Vortec 5700 SFI V8 engine; Vortec 7400 SFI V8 engine (Suburban only); rear seat heat ducts on all models; electric shift transfer case available

1997

Standard passenger-side air bag; speed-sensitive steering; increased trailer-hitch rating to 2270 kg. (5000 lb.); improved turning radius on 4WD models

1998

New Luxury Convenience package (includes heated seats, 6-way power seat adjusters, outside mirrors with defogger and electrochromic glass, and Homelink 3-channel transmitter); AutoTrac all-wheel drive system; outside temperature readout added to inside rearview mirror; 2-door models discontinued

1999

Yukon - Uplevel Yukon Denali launched in early spring 1998; PASSLock security system fully- functional after ignition has been turned off; AutoTrac offers new "state-of-the-art" automatic 4-wheel drive technology; 4-wheel drive front axle actuator engages/disengages front axle electronically, and decreases engagement/ disengagement time to 2-seconds or less; new starter motor provides longer starter motor life cycle and improves corrosion resistance

"

Suburban - 4L60-E automatic transmission enhancement precise transmission line pressure; a new 2-piece transmission case provides increased powertrain stiffness resulting in reduced vibrations and noise; electronically-controlled converter clutch enhances fuel economy while maintaining driveability; deeper transmission oil pan improves durability and fluid life

2000

Yukon - All-new model introduced in 4-door versions; GMC Suburban renamed to Yukon XL; new available second-row bucket seats (Yukon XL); new split third-row seat for seating up to nine passengers (Yukon); new Vortec engines (4800 and 5300 V8 engines); retuned chassis components and new suspension technologies for smoother and more agile handling; enhanced vehicle structure for increased body stiffness; slightly shorter wheelbase

2001

Carryover

2002

Liftgate standard; SL model discontinued; electronic climate control

2003

Significant redesign for both models; dual stage front air bags and automatic air bag suppression system; optional DVD-based rear seat entertainment system; Quadrasteer available on 3/4-ton XL models

2004

Standard Hydroboost brakes extended to 1500 Series models; standard tire-pressure monitoring system, except on 2500 Series; right front-passenger safety-belt reminder standard; sunroof and DVD rear passenger entertainment system available together for the first time; Trailering group includes seven-to-four-pin adapter and electric brake wiring harness



ENHANCEMENTS MAKE GMC YUKON AND YUKON XL EVEN MORE AGILE, COMFORTABLE

Extraordinary roominess, surprising agility and eye-popping levels of comfort - those are the most salient traits of the GMC Yukon and Yukon XL. For 2004, this strong-selling family of full-size sport utilities, whose interiors were completely redesigned just a year ago, feature yet more enhancements aimed at providing even higher levels of vehicle agility and comfort, as well as greater safety and security.

"Agility and comfort, along with exceptional roominess, have always been the cornerstones of the Yukon family's success," said Sam Mancuso, Yukon marketing director. "The key upgrades we've made this year should position the Yukon family for even greater customer appeal in the future."

Enhanced safety, handling

All Yukon and Yukon XL models come equipped with a new driver and right-front passenger safety-belt reminder, which automatically lets both driver and passenger know via a chime and a telltale light if their safety belts haven't been secured. This system complements the passenger-sensing system (first introduced in 2003) that automatically deactivates the passenger's frontal air bag under certain conditions to help protect smaller occupants. The system assesses the size of the occupant in the seat, based on the measured weight in the seat cushion and tension in the belt system, if any. If these measurements are typical for a small occupant or a child in a booster seat, for example, the air bag is disabled. If they are typical for a larger occupant, the air bag is enabled. As no system is perfect, there is a telltale in the rearview mirror that lets the occupant know if the system is ON or OFF.

Yukon and Yukon XL models also have dual-level frontal air bags for both driver and front-seat passenger. The system is designed to detect vehicle deceleration and, based on the data, provide an appropriate amount of air-bag inflation. The dual-level air-bag system senses the severity of a crash and determines whether to deploy the air bag with primary or "lower" amount of inflation or with primary and secondary "higher" amount of inflation.

Safety is further enhanced on Yukon 1500 Series models with a new tire-pressure monitoring system that monitors tire inflation pressures in the four wheels/tire assemblies and flashes a graphic on the instrument cluster should air pressure drop below a specified level.

Meanwhile, GM's four-channel StabiliTrak stability enhancement system continues to be available on all Yukon and Yukon XL 1500 models. StabiliTrak helps the driver maintain control of the vehicle in sudden maneuvers, particularly in low traction conditions, in emergency lane changes, and during avoidance maneuvers. If the system determines that the vehicle is not responding appropriately to the driver's steering, StabiliTrak precisely reduces engine torque and applies precise amounts of pressure to the individual brakes to slow the vehicle and help bring it back to its intended path.

And, GM's revolutionary Quadrasteer four-wheel-steering system is available on all 2500 Series Yukon models. Quadrasteer reduces curb-to-curb turning diameter by 20 percent, to 36.5 feet, and increases track width by 5 inches for unparalleled nimbleness, handling and on-highway control.

Hydroboost brakes and 17-inch wheels

All Yukon and 1500 Series Yukon XL models now receive Hydroboost brakes, previously available only on 2500 Series Yukon XL and Denali models. This upgraded brake system provides more stopping power for high-deceleration stops and improves ABS performance. These brakes also require less maximum pedal force during high-deceleration stops and improve pedal effort and "feel" during normal operation.

NEW FOR 2004 are 17-inch, six-spoke premium aluminum wheels, available on Yukon SLT and Yukon XL SLT models. These handsome new wheels can be shod with either all-season blackwalls or whitewalls, or on/off-road blackwalls.

Popular options now combined

For 2004, Yukon and Yukon XL models are available with the power glass sunroof and the DVD rear-passenger entertainment system packaged together. The optional rear-entertainment system includes a 7-inch (178-mm) flip-down screen, which can play studio quality audio/video in both CD-audio and DVD formats and includes two sets of wireless (infrared) headphones with independent volume control, a wireless remote control and three sets of auxiliary video and audio inputs.

Yukon infotainment options include an available OnStar safety and security system and XM satellite radio. All that is beamed into the vehicle via a new, low-profile exterior antenna. XM Satellite Radio (continental U.S. only) provides 100 coast-to-coast, digital-quality channels of original music, news, sports and talk. Consumers can subscribe to the basic service for $9.99 a month - less than the cost of a single CD. In addition, GM customers with GMAC financing can choose to include the XM subscription in their car payments.

An AM/FM radio with single CD player and cassette is standard in all models, and a six-disc in-dash CD system is available. A high-quality, nine-speaker premium Bose system is included on all models with front bucket seats. It uses a ported bass-reflex subwoofer, located in the center console, and a new dual-voice coil driver to enhance audio performance. A high-powered, linear six-channel amplifier in the center console further enhances sound quality.

A great trailer-hauler

The trailering package, which now includes a new seven-to-four-pin adapter and electric brake wiring harness, maintains the preeminence of the Yukon and Yukon XL family as a trailer-hauler par excellence. The package also includes a hitch, high-capacity air cleaner and external transmission cooler for ultimate capabilities.

Complementing this package is the optional uplevel power-folding, curb-tilting, exterior rearview mirrors with integrated turn signals and power-adjustable camper mirrors, which include heat and in-glass turn signals, and can be power-extended to a very wide 106-inch (2,692 mm) vehicle width for safer trailering.

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STANDARD AND OPTIONAL FEATURES

EXTERIOR FEATURES

SLE

SLT

Bumpers - front and rear, chrome with matte top cover and rear step pad

S

S

Doors - rear, liftgate with integral liftglass and rear-window wiper/washer

S

S

Doors - rear, panel type

O

O

Fender flares - black, wheel opening (Yukon XL 2500)

S

S

Fog lights

S

S

Glass - Solar-Ray, tinted, deep-tinted behind front doors

S

S

Mirrors - manual foldaway, power remote control

S

-

Mirrors - power foldaway, body-coloured, power remote control, reverse tilt, heated, puddle lights with integral turn signals and driver's side electrochromic auto-dimming feature

O

S

Mirrors - camper-style, power remote control, heated, power extendable and integral turn signals

O

O

Mouldings - bodyside, body-coloured with bright insert

S

S

Package - Off-Road (Z71): includes 17" X 7.5" 6-spoke aluminum wheels, P265/70R17 On-Off Road blackwall tires, gas pressurized shock absorbers, high capacity air cleaner, Off-Road jounce bumpers, skid plates and Z71 decals (Yukon 4x4)

O

O

Roof rack - side rails only. Cross bars included in optional Cargo Package

S

S

Running boards - side step, black

S

S

Skid plates - protects front underbody, oil pan, differential case and transfer case (4x4 models only, std. Z71)

O

O

Sunroof - power, sliding glass panel with express-open feature (not available with split-bench front seat on SLE model)

O

O

Tow hooks - two front (std. Yukon XL 2500 4x4)

O

O

Tires - P265/70R16 all-season touring blackwall (1500 models)

S

S

Tires - P265/70R17 all-season blackwall (1500 models); available with White-outline letters

-

O

Tires - LT245/75R16E all-season blackwall (Yukon XL 2500)

S

S

Wheels - 16" aluminum with steel spare, underbody

S

S

Wheels - 17" 6-spoke aluminum with 16" steel spare, underbody

-

O

Windshield wipers - 2-speed with variable delay, intermittent

S

S

INTERIOR FEATURES

SLE

SLT

Air conditioning - tri-zone, manual climate control

S

-

Air conditioning - tri-zone, automatic climate control

O

S

Console - floor, includes storage, coin holders, cupholders, rear-seat audio controls (included with bucket seats)

O

S

Console - mini overhead, includes map lights, rear-seat HVAC controls

S

S

Cruise control - electronic with resume, coast and decelerate/accelerate features

S

S

Defogger - electric rear-window

S

S

Driver Information Centre - monitors numerous systems depending on vehicle equipment level

S

S

Floor covering - colour-keyed carpeting with floor mats

S

S

Heater - rear auxiliary

S

S

Instrumentation - full analogue cluster including speedometer, tachometer, voltmeter, coolant temperature, oil pressure, fuel gauges, odometer, trip odometer and engine hour meter

S

S

Lights - overhead, reading and courtesy

S

S

Mirror - rear-view, auto-dimming electrochromic with compass, outside temperature readouts and front passenger air bag status

S

S

Package - Cargo: includes roof rack cross bars, cargo net, cargo mat and cargo shade; deletes cargo mat and cargo shade when optional 3rd-row seat is specified

O

S

Package - Driver Convenience: includes HomeLink universal 3-channel transmitter, steering wheel audio and Driver Information Centre controls

O

S

Package - Smoker's: includes lighter and ashtray (standard with front bench seat)

O

O

Pedals - power adjustable brake and accelerator

O

S

Personalization feature - programs many comfort and convenience features using the steering wheel controls, including automatic locking/unlocking, seat position recall, perimeter lighting, exit lighting, remote lock/unlock feedback and reverse tilt of exterior mirrors

-

S

Power outlets - auxiliary 12-volt

S

S

Retained accessory power

S

S

Steering wheel - leather-wrapped

-

S

Tilt-Wheel - adjustable steering column

S

S

Windows - power, driver's express-down and passenger window lock-out features

S

S

SEATS

SLE

SLT

Custom cloth reclining front bucket seats with inboard armrests, power 6-way driver seat adjuster, 2nd-row audio controls, headphone jacks and floor console (includes Bose premium speaker system)

O

-

Full-feature reclining, heated front bucket seats with leather seating surfaces, driver and passenger power 10-way seat adjusters including power lumbar adjusters and seatback bolsters, inboard armrests, 2-position driver's side memory controls and floor console

-

S

Second-row 60/40 split-folding bench with centre armrest, 3-passenger

S

S

Second-row reclining bucket seats with leather seating surfaces and inboard armrests

-

O

Third-row 3-passenger 50/50 flip-and-fold seat (Yukon, except Z71); on SLT model, 3rd-row is vinyl when leather seating surfaces are specified

O

O

Third-row 3-passenger full-folding bench seat (Yukon XL); on SLT model, 3rd-row is vinyl when leather seating surfaces are specified

S

S

SOUND SYSTEMS

SLE

SLT

All Yukon sound systems include an electronically tuned Delco AM/FM stereo with seek/scan, Radio Data System (RDS), auto tone control and digital clock:

   

CD and cassette tape players

S

O

6-disc in-dash CD changer

O

S

Bose premium speaker system with AudioPilot noise-compensated volume control (included with optional bucket seats on SLE model)

O

S

Second-row audio controls - includes headphone jacks

O

S

DVD Entertainment System - includes overhead fold-down 178 mm (7 in.) LCD colour monitor, DVD player, video camera and video game input jacks, 2 sets of wireless headphones and remote control

-

O

MECHANICAL

SLE

SLT

Brakes - Hydro-Boost power-assisted, 4-wheel disc with anti-lock braking system (ABS) and dynamic rear proportioning (DRP)

S

S

Engine- Vortec 4800 V8 (Yukon 1500)

S

S

Engine - Vortec 5300 V8 (Yukon 1500/standard on Yukon XL 1500)

O

O

Engine - Vortec 6000 V8 (Yukon XL 2500)

S

S

Engine - Vortec 8100 V8 (Yukon XL 2500)

O

O

Exhaust system - aluminized stainless steel

S

S

Locking differential - rear (NA with StabiliTrak)

S

S

Package - Snowplow Prep (Yukon XL 2500 4x4)

O

O

Quadrasteer - 4-wheel steering with mode selector switch on instrument panel, roof marker lights, unique rear flared fenders with clearance lights, limited-slip differential, Trailering Special Equipment and AutoRide Control suspension (Yukon XL 2500 only); requires Vortec 6000 V8 and optional traction assist on 2WD models

O

O

StabiliTrak - vehicle stability enhancement and traction control system (NA with Z71 or Yukon XL 2500)

O

O

Suspension - premium smooth ride including gas pressurized shock absorbers (Yukon/Yukon XL 1500)

S

S

Suspension - firm ride (Yukon XL 2500)

S

S

Suspension - AutoRide control with real-time damping and air-assisted self-levelling rear suspension

-

O

Trailering Special Equipment - heavy-duty, includes weight-distributing platform with trailer hitch receiver, heavy-duty transmission oil cooler, high-capacity air cleaner and 7-pin sealed connector (includes 7-pin to 4-pin adapter and trailer brake control harness)

O

O

Transfer case - Autotrac with electronic push-button controls (4x4 without StabiliTrak)

S

S

Transfer case - Borg-Warner 2-speed full-time All-Wheel Drive open differential (4x4 with optional StabiliTrak)

S

S

Transmission - 4-speed automatic with overdrive and Tow/Haul mode

S

S

SAFETY AND SECURITY

SLE

SLT

Air bags - dual-stage, driver and front passenger-side frontal with passenger-side seat sensor and automatic air bag suppression system

S

S

Air bags - driver and front-passenger, seat-mounted side-impact

O

O

Brake/transmission shift interlock

S

S

Door locks - power, programmable with lock-out protection

S

S

Door locks - rear side door, child-security

S

S

Headlights - Daytime Running Lights with automatic light control

S

S

Keyless entry system - remote with Panic feature

S

S

OnStar In-Vehicle Communications and Assistance Service - includes one-year Safe & Sound Plan

O

S

Safety restraints - LATCH (Lower Anchors and top Tethers for Children)

S

S

Security system - PASSLock

S

S

Theft-deterrent system - content theft alarm, audible/visible

S

S

Tire inflation monitor - (1500 models only)

S

S

Traction assist - electronic (2WD); not available with StabiliTrak or Vortec 8100 V8; required with Quadrasteer on 2WD models

O

O

S - Standard Equipment. O - Optional Equipment.



SPECIFICATIONS

Overview
Models: GMC Yukon, Yukon XL 1/2-ton, and Yukon XL 3/4-ton
Body style / driveline: 4-door sport utility, front-engine, 2- or 4-wheel drive
Construction: body on frame
EPA vehicle class: full-size sport utility
Manufacturing locations: Yukon: Janesville, Wisconsin, and Arlington, Texas
Yukon XL: Janesville, Wisconsin, and Silao, Mexico
Key competitors: Ford Expedition, Ford Excursion, Toyota Sequoia
 
Engines Vortec 4800 (LR4) Vortec 5300 (L59) Vortec 6000 (LQ4) Vortec 8100 (L18)
Type: 4.8L V-8 5.3L V-8 6.0L V-8 8.1L V-8
Application : std on Yukon
2WD / 4WD
std on Yukon XL 1500 2WD / 4WD std on Yukon XL
2500 2WD / 4WD
opt on Yukon XL
2500 2WD / 4WD
Displacement (cu in / cc): 294 / 4807 327 / 5328 364 / 5967 496 / 8128
Bore & stroke (in / mm): 3.78 x 3.27 /
96 x 83
3.78 x 3.62 /
96 x 92
4.00 x 3.62 /
101.6 x 92
4.25 x 4.37 /
107.95 x 111
Block material: cast iron cast iron cast iron cast iron
Cylinder head material: cast aluminum cast aluminum cast aluminum cast iron
Valvetrain: OHV, 2 valves per cylinder OHV, 2 valves per cylinder OHV, 2 valves per cylinder OHV, 2 valves per cylinder
Ignition system: composite distributor, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires coil near plug, composite distributor, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires coil near plug, composite distributor, platinum-tipped spark plugs, low-resistance spark plug wires coil near plug, platinum-tipped spark plugs
Fuel delivery: sequential fuel injection sequential fuel injection sequential fuel injection sequential fuel injection
Compression ratio: 9.5:1 9.5:1 9.4:1 9.1:1
Horsepower
(hp / kw @ rpm):
285 / 213 @ 5600 295 / 220 @ 5200 325 / 242 @ 5200 320 / 180 @ 4200
Torque
(lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):
295 / 400 @ 4000 330 / 447 @ 4000 365 / 495 @ 4000 440 / 597 @ 3200
Recommended unleaded fuel: 87 octane ethanol-capable flex fuel 87 octane 87 octane
Maximum engine speed (rpm): 6000 5900 5600 5000
Emissions controls: 3-way catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system 3-way catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system 3-way catalytic converter, exhaust gas recirculation, positive crankcase ventilation, evaporative collection system exhaust gas recirculation, Air Injection Reaction (available)
Estimated fuel economy
(mpg city / hwy / combined):
       

C1500 Yukon (2WD):

14 / 18 / 16 14 / 19 / 16 N/A N/A

C1500 Yukon XL (2WD):

N/A 14 / 18 / 16 N/A N/A

K1500 Yukon (4WD):

14 / 18 / 16 14 / 18 / 16 N/A N/A

K1500 Yukon XL (4WD):

N/A 14 / 18 / 16 N/A N/A

 

Transmissions Hydra-Matic 4L60-E Hydra-Matic 4L80-E Hydra-Matic 4L85-E
Type: 4-speed electronic automatic w/tow/haul mode 4-speed electronic automatic w/tow/haul mode 4-speed electronic automatic w/tow/haul mode
Gear ratios (:1):      
First: 3.06 2.48 2.48
Second: 1.63 1.48 1.48
Third: 1.00 1.00 1.00
Fourth: 0.70 0.75 0.75
Reverse: 2.29 2.08 2.08
Final drive ratio:
Yukon (opt):
3.42:1 - 4.10:1
Yukon XL (opt): 3.73:1 - 4.10:1

 
Chassis/Suspension Yukon Yukon XL
Front: independent torsion bar with stabilizer independent torsion bar with stabilizer
Rear: 5-link coil spring w/automatic load leveling 1/2-ton: 5-link coil spring
3/4-ton: two-stage, semi-elliptic, multileaf springs and semifloating rear axle
Traction assist: full-function standard; Precision Control System (2WD) full-function standard; Precision Control System (2WD)
Steering type: 2WD: power integral gear
4WD: power integral gear assist
1/2-ton, 2WD: power integral gear
1/2-ton, 4WD: power integral gear
3/4-ton 2WD/4WD: power integral gear
Steering ratio: 14:1 gear; 15.8:1 overall 14:1 gear; 15.8:1 overall
3/4-ton: 15 / 13:1 variable ratio gear; 16.2:1 overall
Steering wheel turns,
lock-to-lock:
3.2 3.2
Turning circle, curb-to-curb
(ft / m):
38.3 / 11.7 1/2-ton: 43 / 13.1
3/4-ton, 2WD: 44.3 / 13.5
3/4-ton, 4WD: 44.3 / 13.5
 
Brakes
Type: Hydroboost hydraulic power four-wheel disc, four-wheel ABS, dual piston calipers with Dynamic Rear Proportioning Hydroboost hydraulic power four-wheel disc, four-wheel ABS, dual piston calipers with Dynamic Rear Proportioning
Rotor diameter x thickness
(in / mm):
front: 12.01 x 1.14 / 305 x 29 front: 1/2-ton: 12.01 x 1.14 / 305 x 29
3/4-ton: 12.80 x 1.5 / 325 x 38