Why does my GMC Sierra have a StabiliTrak light?
Stabilitrak problems So in this video I had a 2008 GMC Sierra and will also be the same as the Chevy Silverado My stability track light was on and I found out that my brake lights were staying on too long. So it would cause the Stabilitrak Light to come on in the dash.
How does the GMC Yukon Stabilitrak system work?
StabiliTrak is a GM specific vehicle stability system. It works by using a complex system of sensors to detect whether or not the vehicle is properly responding to your input in emergency situations. It uses this data to apply a specific brake or reduce the engine power to correct the slide and get your Yukon pointed back in the right direction.
Why is my traction control not working on my Yukon?
Traction Control Not Working – Your Yukon’s traction control system mostly uses the same sensors to determine if a wheel has broken traction. Unlike StabiliTrak, which controls lateral issues (sliding), traction control keeps the wheels from unnecessary spinning.
What does the Service StabiliTrak warning light mean?
Service StabiliTrak Warning – The number one indication that something is wrong is your Yukon’s “Service StabiliTrak” warning light itself. Cruise Control – Without the StabiliTrak system functioning properly, your Yukon may disable the cruise control.
What does Service StabiliTrak do on a GMC Yukon?
Wheel Speed Sensor – If one of the wheel speed sensors is out, your Yukon will no longer be able to tell if all of the wheels are turning at the same speed. Without this data it’ll turn on the service StabiliTrak warning. Brake Pedal Switch – Your brake pedal switch does more than just control whether or not your brake lights are turned on or not.
Traction Control Not Working – Your Yukon’s traction control system mostly uses the same sensors to determine if a wheel has broken traction. Unlike StabiliTrak, which controls lateral issues (sliding), traction control keeps the wheels from unnecessary spinning.
Are there any recalls on GMC Yukon Denali?
The 2006 GMC or Cadillac Yukon Denali has a recall, technical service bulletins (TSB) and safety reports about the stability control on the SUV. Read more: Problems With the Traction Control on a 2006 Yukon | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/list_7635921_problem… http://www.ehow.com/list_7635921_problem… Was this answer helpful?
Service StabiliTrak Warning – The number one indication that something is wrong is your Yukon’s “Service StabiliTrak” warning light itself. Cruise Control – Without the StabiliTrak system functioning properly, your Yukon may disable the cruise control.