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Cadillac Escalade Two-mode Hybrid - 2010

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Page 1: ...ing and Operating Your Vehicle 3 3 Instrument Panel 4 1 Climate Controls 4 2 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 4 3 Driver Information Center DIC 4 7 Audio System s 4 9 Driving Your Vehicle 5 1 Your...

Page 2: ...of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Cadillac Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this m...

Page 3: ...ent contains information specific to the hybrid components of the vehicle It does not explain everything you need to know about the vehicle Read this supplement along with the owner manual to learn ab...

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Page 5: ...Information 1 2 Transmission 1 2 Four Wheel Drive 1 2 Hybrid Features 1 4 Hybrid Safety Information 1 4 Fuel Economy Gage 1 4 Automatic Engine Start Stop Feature 1 5 Regenerative Braking 1 5 Battery...

Page 6: ...er gears accessible As an example when 3 Third gear is selected 1 First through 3 Third gears are available Press the plus minus buttons located on the steering column shift lever to select the desire...

Page 7: ...onditions are variable 4 m Four Wheel Drive High Use the four wheel high position when you need extra traction such as on snowy or icy roads or in most off road situations 4 n Four Wheel Drive Low Thi...

Page 8: ...ler if the hybrid battery needs service The 12 volt battery cables in the engine compartment are clearly labeled In emergency situations first responders can cut those cables to disable the high volta...

Page 9: ...y Auto Start at any time without notice See Tachometer on page 4 4 for more information A chime will sound if the driver door is opened while in Auto Stop as a reminder that the ignition switch is not...

Page 10: ...dard 12 volt battery is needed see your dealer retailer for one that has the replacement number shown on the original battery s label Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and to...

Page 11: ...Black plate 1 1 Cadillac Escalade Two mode Hybrid 2010 Section 2 Seats and Restraint System Restraint System Check 2 2 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 2 2 2 1...

Page 12: ...the hybrid battery will be off and the vehicle will not start The airbag readiness light and or SERVICE HYBRID SYSTEM warning message may come on in the Driver Information Center DIC See Airbag Readi...

Page 13: ...ge Areas 3 2 Power Outlet Alternating Current 3 2 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle 3 3 Starting the Vehicle 3 3 Automatic Transmission Operation 3 5 Four Wheel Drive 3 9 Shifting Into Park 3 14 Eng...

Page 14: ...ipment is connected using more than 150 watts or a system fault is detected a protection circuit shuts off the power supply and the indicator light turns off To reset the circuit unplug the item and p...

Page 15: ...the Engine in the owner manual for more information on starting If pulling a trailer with trailer brakes see Towing a Trailer on page 5 7 for more information Auto Stop The vehicle has an Auto Stop f...

Page 16: ...t running but may Auto Start at any time without notice See Tachometer on page 4 4 for more information A chime will sound if the driver door is opened while in Auto Stop as a reminder that the igniti...

Page 17: ...n is in M Manual Mode or Auto Stop is disabled During heavy acceleration both the engine and hybrid electric motors supply power A sensation similar to a transmission gear change can be felt as the tr...

Page 18: ...are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 5 7 WARNING If you have Four Wheel Drive the vehicle will be free to roll even if the shift lever is in P Park if the transfer case is in Neutral So...

Page 19: ...n shifts too often Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding See Skidding under Loss of Control in the owner manual for more information When temperatures are...

Page 20: ...used until it is selected The Range Selection Mode controls the vehicle and engine speed while driving down a hill or towing a trailer by allowing you to select a desired range of gears When you move...

Page 21: ...d StabiliTrak off See StabiliTrak System in the index of the Owner Manual for more information Front Axle The front axle engages and disengages automatically when you shift the transfer case Some dela...

Page 22: ...Four Wheel Drive Low This setting also engages the front axle and delivers extra torque You may never need this setting It sends maximum power to all four wheels You might choose Four Wheel Drive Low...

Page 23: ...in N Neutral The preferred method for shifting into Four Wheel Drive Low is to have the vehicle moving 1 to 2 mph 1 6 to 3 2 km h Turn the knob to the Four Wheel Drive Low position You must wait for...

Page 24: ...t noise and bump when shifting between Four Wheel Drive Low and Four Wheel Drive High ranges or from N Neutral while the engine is running If the knob is turned to the Four Wheel Drive High AUTO or Tw...

Page 25: ...case shift position Two Wheel Drive High Four Wheel Drive High AUTO After the transfer case has shifted out of N Neutral the N Neutral light will go out 4 Release the parking brake prior to moving th...

Page 26: ...al the vehicle will be free to roll even if the shift lever is in P Park So be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in N Neutral If you are pulling a trailer see Towing a Trailer on page 5 7...

Page 27: ...eave it After you move the shift lever into P Park hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from P Park without first pulling it toward you If you can it means t...

Page 28: ...with a clip Carefully remove the wire tie which secures the electrical cord Do not cut the electrical cord 3 Plug the cord into a normal grounded 110 volt AC outlet WARNING Plugging the cord into an...

Page 29: ...ay occasionally hear the motor driven pump when it recharges the system This is normal In the event of a controller problem the brake pedal may be harder to push and the stopping distance may be longe...

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Page 31: ...ate Controls 4 2 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators 4 3 Instrument Panel Cluster 4 3 Tachometer 4 4 Charging System Light 4 4 Fuel Economy Gage 4 5 Oil Pressure Light 4 6 Driver Information Center DI...

Page 32: ...rature setting The climate control system automatically adjusts the fan speed and airflow direction The climate control system continues to adjust the climate control settings chosen for best use of e...

Page 33: ...Black plate 3 1 Cadillac Escalade Two mode Hybrid 2010 Warning Lights Gages and Indicators Instrument Panel Cluster United States version shown Canada similar 4 3...

Page 34: ...tions per minute Charging System Light This 12 V battery light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned to ON RUN but the engine is not running as a check to show it is working It should go out on...

Page 35: ...havior makes the indicator display in the green zone on the gage White Zones Decreased fuel efficiency driving behavior makes the indicator display in the two white zones The indicator in the white zo...

Page 36: ...ge the engine The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil This light comes on briefly as a check it works whe...

Page 37: ...the DIC buttons on the instrument panel to acknowledge that you received the messages and to clear them from the display Some messages cannot be cleared from the DIC display because they are more urge...

Page 38: ...or fails this message will appear on the DIC The battery charging system light will appear in the instrument panel cluster See Battery Warning Light in the owner manual Index Driving with this message...

Page 39: ...tem The vehicle has a navigation radio system See the owner manual for more information Press the CONFIG button on the radio to display the hybrid screen The screen shows Auto Stop Battery Charging En...

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Page 41: ...Escalade Two mode Hybrid 2010 Section 5 Driving Your Vehicle Your Driving the Road and the Vehicle 5 2 Electric Power Steering 5 2 Towing 5 2 Towing Your Vehicle 5 2 Recreational Vehicle Towing 5 2 T...

Page 42: ...used to help isolate the forces of rough roads This system does not use power steering fluid making it maintenance free Towing Towing Your Vehicle Consult your dealer retailer or a professional towing...

Page 43: ...used See your dealer retailer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure th...

Page 44: ...ould not be covered by the vehicle warranty Never tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground Two wheel drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on the ground Two wheel drive tra...

Page 45: ...e vehicle s transfer case into N Neutral can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P Park The driver or others could be injured Make sure the parking brake is firmly set before the...

Page 46: ...he vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer s instructions 6 Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position 7 Turn the...

Page 47: ...to LOCK OFF After towing see Shifting Out of N Neutral under Four Wheel Drive on page 3 9 Towing a Trailer For more information see Towing a Trailer in the owner manual Index Weight of the Trailer How...

Page 48: ...not be exceeded Trailer Brakes If a trailer is being towed that has trailer brakes and the trailer brakes are manually applied while driving slower than 25 mph 40 km h the vehicle may go into auto st...

Page 49: ...9 Power Steering Fluid 6 13 Brakes 6 13 Battery 6 17 Jump Starting 6 18 Four Wheel Drive 6 23 Electrical System 6 24 High Voltage Devices and Wiring 6 24 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 6 24 Underhood Fuse...

Page 50: ...d service technician with the proper knowledge and tools WARNING You can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure...

Page 51: ...cle in the owner manual Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed See Maintenance Record in the owner manual Checking Things Under the Hood...

Page 52: ...Black plate 4 1 Cadillac Escalade Two mode Hybrid 2010 Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on your vehicle you will see 6 4...

Page 53: ...n the owner manual Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid It is usually not necessary to check the transmission fluid level The only reason for fluid loss i...

Page 54: ...e running and press the Trip Fuel button or trip odometer reset stem until TRANS TEMP Transmission Temperature displays on the Driver Information Center DIC 6 Using the TRANS TEMP reading determine an...

Page 55: ...Hot Check Procedure Use this procedure to check the transmission fluid level when the transmission fluid temperature is between 60 C and 75 C 140 F and 167 F The hot check is the most accurate method...

Page 56: ...o the HOT band It does not take much fluid generally less than 0 5 Liter 1 Pint Do not overfill 6 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way Consistency of Rea...

Page 57: ...tem This system is serviced differently than the vehicle s main cooling system The DMCM cooling system includes the DMCM coolant surge tank DMCM surge tank pressure cap DMCM cooling pumps hybrid cooli...

Page 58: ...Running the engine when there is a leak in the hybrid cooling system can cause the hybrid cooling system to lose all coolant and can damage the system Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle o...

Page 59: ...e Using coolant other than a pre mixed DEX COOL available at your dealer retailer may damage your vehicle Any repairs would not be covered by your warranty Always use a pre mixed DEX COOL silicate fre...

Page 60: ...r hot Turn the DMCM coolant surge tank pressure cap slowly counterclockwise left about one full turn Wait 30 seconds 2 Then keep turning the DMCM coolant surge tank pressure cap slowly and remove it 3...

Page 61: ...the DMCM and engine cooling systems Never use tap water cooling system sealers or conditioners in your cooling system Power Steering Fluid The vehicle has electric power steering and does not use powe...

Page 62: ...id falls to a low level the brake warning light comes on See Brake System Warning Light in the owner manual Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check the brake fluid See Scheduled M...

Page 63: ...t work well This could cause a crash Always use the proper brake fluid Notice Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake hydraulic system parts For example just a few drops of mineral based oil such...

Page 64: ...uence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications in the owner manual Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer retailer if the bra...

Page 65: ...t command the automatic hybrid battery disconnect to open See Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 2 2 for more information DANGER Battery posts terminals and related accessories con...

Page 66: ...the warranty Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage the vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system N...

Page 67: ...s Turn off the radio and all the lamps that are not needed This avoids sparks and helps save both batteries It could save the radio 4 Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive and neg...

Page 68: ...linded Use a flashlight if you need more light Continued WARNING Continued Be sure the battery has enough water You do not need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle But if a batte...

Page 69: ...t would damage the battery and maybe other parts too Do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 7 Connect the red positive cable to th...

Page 70: ...es it probably needs service Notice If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicl...

Page 71: ...icant checks in this section also apply to these vehicles There are two additional systems that need lubrication Transfer Case When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check transfer c...

Page 72: ...per with cut or modify high voltage cable or wiring Fuses and Circuit Breakers The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusib...

Page 73: ...hicle Lift the cover for access to the fuse relay block See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6 4 for more information on its location For more information on the main underhood fuse block see Under...

Page 74: ...Control Tires Inflation Tire Pressure Tires need the correct amount of air pressure to operate effectively Notice Do not let anyone tell you that under inflation or over inflation is all right It is...

Page 75: ...e a month or more How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gage to check tire pressure You cannot tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly i...

Page 76: ...ual for more information The low tire pressure warning light may come on in cool weather when the vehicle is first started and then turn off as you start to drive This could be an early indicator that...

Page 77: ...cle s tires The DIC message and TPMS malfunction light should go off once the TPMS sensor matching process is performed successfully See TPMS Sensor Matching Process later in this section One or more...

Page 78: ...maximum inflation pressure indicated on the tire s sidewall To decrease air pressure out of a tire you can use the pointed end of the valve cap a pencil style air pressure gage or a key You have two...

Page 79: ...the driver side rear tire and the TPMS sensor matching process is no longer active The TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message on the DIC display screen goes off 9 Turn the ignition switch to LOCK OFF 10 Set all...

Page 80: ...it With Selector Switch on page 6 43 There is no spare tire no tire changing equipment and no place to store a tire It is unusual for a tire to blow out while you are driving especially if you maintai...

Page 81: ...om the wheel has damaged sidewalls or has a puncture larger than a inch 6 mm the tire is too severely damaged for the tire sealant and compressor kit to be effective See Roadside Service in the Index...

Page 82: ...ehicle Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilation...

Page 83: ...ot be a place to store a tire The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to inch 6 mm in the tread area of the tire It can also be used to inflate an under inflated t...

Page 84: ...e Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After usage the sealant canister and sealant air hose assembly must be replaced See Removal a...

Page 85: ...ht 6 Plug the power plug C into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets See Accessory Power Outlet s in the owner manual If the vehicle has an acc...

Page 86: ...from the tire valve See Roadside Assistance Program in the owner manual 10 Press the on off button D to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak a...

Page 87: ...ged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire See Roadside Assistance Program in the owner manual If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 10 psi 68 kPa from the recommended inflation pressure i...

Page 88: ...orage location See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit Storage on page 6 53 2 Unlock the air only hose F from the sealant canister B by pulling up on the lever 3 Pull the air only hose F from the sealant...

Page 89: ...ure gage E The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 6 26 The pressure gage E may read higher than the actual tire p...

Page 90: ...ster B by pulling up on the lever 2 Pull the air only hose F from the sealant canister B 3 Unwrap the sealant air hose F from the compressor A 4 Turn the sealant canister B so the inflator filling hos...

Page 91: ...it clockwise 3 Wrap the sealant air hose F around the air compressor channel to stow it in its original location 4 Push the air compressor inflator hose F onto the sealant canister inlet and push the...

Page 92: ...vehicle Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has no fresh air ventilatio...

Page 93: ...ire The tire sealant and compressor can be used to temporarily seal punctures up to inch 6 mm in the tread area of the tire It can also be used to inflate an under inflated tire If the tire has been s...

Page 94: ...e Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister following There is only enough sealant to seal one tire After usage the sealant canister and sealant air hose assembly must be replaced See Removal a...

Page 95: ...ll items from other accessory power outlets See Accessory Power Outlet s in the owner manual If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet do not use the cigarette lighter If the vehicle only has a cig...

Page 96: ...e from the tire valve See Roadside Assistance Program in the owner manual 11 Press the on off button B to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off The tire is not sealed and will continue to leak...

Page 97: ...ged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire See Roadside Assistance Program in the owner manual If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 10 psi 68 kPa from the recommended inflation pressure i...

Page 98: ...e air only hose G and the power plug H 3 Place the kit on the ground 4 Remove the tire valve stem cap from the flat tire by turning it counterclockwise 5 Attach the air only hose G onto the tire valve...

Page 99: ...g The compressor may be turned on off until the correct pressure is reached If you inflate the tire higher than the recommended pressure you can adjust the excess pressure by pressing the pressure def...

Page 100: ...f its housing that may be used to inflate air mattresses balls etc Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister To remove the sealant canister 1 Unwrap the sealant hose 2 Press the canister releas...

Page 101: ...ay on the driver side trim panel over the rear wheelhouse To access the tire sealant and compressor kit 1 Remove the tray by pulling up on the finger depression to access the tire sealant and compress...

Page 102: ...unit 4 Remove the sealant and compressor kit from its plastic tray assembly To store the tire sealant and compressor kit reverse the steps Appearance Care Vehicle Care Appearance Materials When scrap...

Page 103: ...Generator Control Module Cooling System 2 9 qt 2 7 L 6 0L V8 Engine Cooling System 18 3 qt 17 3 L Fuel Tank 24 5 gal 92 7 L Transmission fluid capacity is approximate See Automatic Transmission Fluid...

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Page 105: ...k plate 1 1 Cadillac Escalade Two mode Hybrid 2010 Section 7 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule 7 2 At Least Once a Year 7 2 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 2 Engine Drive Belt Routing 7 2...

Page 106: ...luids and Lubricants Fluids identified below are specific to the hybrid vehicle and can be obtained from your dealer retailer See the owner manual for the other fluids and lubricants recommended for t...

Page 107: ...em Light 4 4 Climate Controls 4 2 Compressor Kit Tire Sealant 6 33 6 43 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap DMCM 6 8 Cooling System DMCM 6 9 D Drive Motor Generator Control Module DMCM Coolant Surge Tank...

Page 108: ...H High Voltage Devices and Wiring 6 3 I Inflation Tire Pressure 6 26 Instrument Panel Cluster 4 3 Introduction iii J Jump Starting 6 18 L Lights Charging System 4 4 Oil Pressure 4 6 M Maintenance Sch...

Page 109: ...avigation Radio System 4 9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 7 2 Regenerative Braking 3 17 Restraint System Check Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 2 2 Running the Vehicle While Parked 3...

Page 110: ...oes Flat 6 32 Inflation Pressure 6 26 Inspection and Rotation 6 31 Sealant and Compressor Kit 6 33 6 43 6 53 Towing Towing Your Vehicle 5 2 Trailer 5 7 Transmission Automatic Fluid 6 5 V Vehicle Runni...

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