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Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010

2. Remove the wing nut (B) used to retain the tool

bag by turning it counterclockwise.

3. Turn the knob (A) on the jack counterclockwise to

release the jack and wheel blocks from the
bracket.

4. Remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block

retainer by turning the wing nut (C)
counterclockwise.

The tools you will be using include the following:

A. Jack

B. Wheel Blocks

C. Jack Handle

D. Jack Handle

Extensions

E. Wheel Wrench

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Summary of Contents for 2010 Escalade

Page 1: ...s 2 10 Safety Belts 2 26 Child Restraints 2 49 Airbag System 2 74 Restraint System Check 2 91 Features and Controls 3 1 Keys 3 3 Doors and Locks 3 10 Windows 3 18 Theft Deterrent Systems 3 22 Starting...

Page 2: ...e Care 7 1 Service 7 4 Fuel 7 7 Checking Things Under the Hood 7 14 All Wheel Drive 7 49 Rear Axle 7 50 Front Axle 7 51 Headlamp Aiming 7 52 Bulb Replacement 7 54 Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement 7...

Page 3: ...te the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Cadillac Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Canadian Owners Propri taires Canadiens...

Page 4: ...there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means Do Not Do not do...

Page 5: ...oning Antilock Brake System ABS g Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2010 2 NOTES vi...

Page 7: ...Interior Lighting 1 13 Exterior Lighting 1 14 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 15 Climate Controls 1 15 Transmission 1 16 Vehicle Features 1 16 Satellite Radio 1 16 Portable Audio Devices 1 17 Steering Wheel...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2010 Instrument Panel United States version shown Canada similar 1 2...

Page 9: ...System s on page 4 68 J StabiliTrak System on page 6 6 Rear Park Aid Disable Button See Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA on page 3 46 K Tilt Wheel on page 4 3 L Exterior Lamps on page 4 11 M Dome L...

Page 10: ...doors Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized Press and hold to open or close the liftgate Press and hold m to open the liftglass Press L and release to locate the vehicle Press L and hold for t...

Page 11: ...mote Vehicle Start on page 3 7 Door Locks There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle From outside use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or the key in the driver door From inside use...

Page 12: ...he RKE transmitter until the liftgate starts moving Press on the overhead console inside the vehicle Press the touchpad switch B on the outside liftgate handle to open Press the l button next to the l...

Page 13: ...e window Pull the switch up to raise it For more information see Windows on page 3 18 Power Windows on page 3 19 Seat Adjustment Front Seats Power Seats The power seat controls are located on the outb...

Page 14: ...front of the control To decrease press and hold the rear of the control To raise the height of the support press and hold the top of the control To lower press and hold the bottom of the control See P...

Page 15: ...ckets seats the seat s can be folded for additional cargo space or folded and tumbled for easy entry and exit to the third row seats if the vehicle has them If the vehicle has bucket seats the seatbac...

Page 16: ...utton to cycle through the temperature settings high three indicator lights medium two indicator lights low one indicator light and off no lights See Heated and Cooled Seats on page 2 5 Rear Seats The...

Page 17: ...ger sensing system if equipped will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions The driver airbags seat mounted side impact airbags if equipped and roof rail airbags are...

Page 18: ...re automatically adjusts the driver outside mirror for the glare of the headlamps behind your vehicle See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 3 43 for more information Interior Mirror Vehicles w...

Page 19: ...located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering column clockwise to the farthest position In this position the dome lamps remain on whether a door is opened or closed k The dome lamp over...

Page 20: ...time running lamps DRL Turning the headlamp control to the off position again will turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on For vehicles first sold in Canada the off position only works when the ve...

Page 21: ...Slow wipes Fast wipes L Push the paddle at the top of the lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield See Windshield Wipers on page 4 6 and Windshield Washer on page 4 7 Climate Controls The heating...

Page 22: ...with all lower gears accessible As an example when 4 Fourth gear is selected 1 First through 4 Fourth gears are available Press the plus minus buttons located on the steering column shift lever to sel...

Page 23: ...ng on the vehicle s options Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel w x Press to change favorite radio stations select tracks on a CD DVD or to navigate tracks or folders on an iPod...

Page 24: ...nada After a destination has been set the system provides turn by turn instructions for reaching the destination In addition the system can help locate a variety of points of interest POI such as bank...

Page 25: ...ttings on your vehicle See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4 58 for more information V Set Reset Press this button to set or reset certain functions and to turn off or acknowledge messages on the DI...

Page 26: ...age 4 8 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA This feature may alert you to vehicles located in your side blind zone When the system detects a vehicle in the side blind zone an amber SBZA display will light up i...

Page 27: ...e sensors on the vehicle s rear bumper clean to ensure proper operation The system can be disabled by pressing the rear park aid disable button located next to the radio See Ultrasonic Rear Parking As...

Page 28: ...ystems For more information see StabiliTrak System on page 6 6 Tire Pressure Monitor This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS The TPMS warming light alerts you to a significant loss i...

Page 29: ...gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 See Fuel E85 85 Ethanol on page 7 9 For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Gasoline Octane on page 7 8 Driving f...

Page 30: ...blem contact Roadside Service and relay exact location to get you the help you need Online Owner Center The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders vehicl...

Page 31: ...sit www onstar com U S or www onstar ca Canada contact OnStar at 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 or TTY 1 877 248 2080 or press Q to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day 7 days a week For a full...

Page 32: ...uipment to operate There are other problems OnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar from providing OnStar service at any particular time or place Some examples are damage to important parts of t...

Page 33: ...en 2 49 Infants and Young Children 2 52 Child Restraint Systems 2 55 Where to Put the Restraint 2 57 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH 2 59 Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Positio...

Page 34: ...are not installed and adjusted properly there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck spinal injury in a crash Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and...

Page 35: ...of the seatback and push the restraint down Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place The head restraints are not designed to be removed The...

Page 36: ...wer the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the rear part of the seat cushion by moving the rear of the control up or down Raise or lower the en...

Page 37: ...om of the control Let go of the control when the lower seatback reaches the desired level of support Your vehicle has a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled See Memory F...

Page 38: ...medium and one for low z Heated Seat and Seatback To heat the entire seat press the button with the heated seat and seatback symbol This symbol will appear on the climate control display to indicate...

Page 39: ...n The seat outside mirrors steering wheel position and adjustable throttle and brake pedals will move to the position previously stored You will hear a single beep If you use the remote keyless entry...

Page 40: ...l occur when the key is removed from the ignition See EASY EXIT SEAT under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4 58 for more information Further programming for the memory seat feature can be done using...

Page 41: ...r other injuries The lap belt cannot do its job either In a crash the belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injur...

Page 42: ...seats will be canceled ten seconds after the ignition is turned off If the vehicle is restarted the heated seat button will need to be pressed again to restart the feature 60 40 Split Bench Seat If y...

Page 43: ...on the outboard side of the seat to release the seatback The seatback will fold forward automatically Leaving the seatback in this position creates a flat load floor If the seatback cannot fold flat t...

Page 44: ...cause injury in a sudden stop or crash Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place To fold and tumble the seat from the...

Page 45: ...in to release the rear of the seat from the floor The seat will tumble forward automatically Automatic Seat Release Fold and Tumble Feature The transmission must be in P for this feature to work WARNI...

Page 46: ...the third row seats if your vehicle has them 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the...

Page 47: ...ARNING A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured After raising t...

Page 48: ...ll on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback to an upright position do the following 1 Lift the lever fully without applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will retur...

Page 49: ...1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat Notice Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the...

Page 50: ...ard Leaving the seatback in this position creates a flat load floor If the seatback cannot fold flat try moving the front seat forward and or put the front seatback in the upright position 3 Lift the...

Page 51: ...ing a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts Always unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a...

Page 52: ...ats or Outside WARNING Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded or folded and tumbled could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash Be sure to return the seat to the passenge...

Page 53: ...urn the seat to the sitting position do the following 1 Pull the seat down until it latches to the floor The seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor WARNING If either seatbac...

Page 54: ...3 Lift the release lever located on the bottom rear of the seatback on the outboard side of the seat and the seatback will fold forward Returning the Seatback s to the Upright Position To return the...

Page 55: ...atch the seat from the floor by lifting the lever located next to the carrying handle on the rear of the seat near the bottom 5 Lift the rear of the seat up from the floor 6 Tilt the seat fully forwar...

Page 56: ...and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked 6 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked Removing the Third Row Seat To remove the seat do the following 1 Open the liftgate to a...

Page 57: ...h and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place The seatback cannot be raised to the upright position unless the seat is secured to the floor 5 Pull up on the seatback until it locks into...

Page 58: ...in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle tha...

Page 59: ...e than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles the facts are clear In most crashes buckling up does matter a lot Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything you go as fast as it goes Take the s...

Page 60: ...1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2010 Get it up to speed Then stop the vehicle The rider does not stop The person keeps going until stopped by something In a real vehicle it could be the...

Page 61: ...Manual 2010 or the instrument panel or the safety belts With safety belts you slow down as the vehicle does You get more time to stop You stop over more distance and your strongest bones take the forc...

Page 62: ...e an excellent driver but if you are in a crash even one that is not your fault you and your passenger s can be hurt Being a good driver does not protect you from things beyond your control such as ba...

Page 63: ...n low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt woul...

Page 64: ...th this A The shoulder belt is too loose It will not give as much protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if your shoulder belt is too loose In a crash you would move forward too much wh...

Page 65: ...will not give nearly as much protection this way WARNING You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose In a crash you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen This cou...

Page 66: ...in the wrong buckle WARNING You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this In a crash the belt would go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not on th...

Page 67: ...WARNING You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this The belt would be much too high In a crash you can slide under the belt The belt force would then be applied on the abd...

Page 68: ...riously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm In a crash your body would move too far forward which would increase the chance of head and neck injury Also the belt would apply too much...

Page 69: ...p shoulder belt properly In a crash you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury You might also slide under the l...

Page 70: ...with this A The belt is twisted across the body WARNING You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt In a crash you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces If a belt is tw...

Page 71: ...lap shoulder belts have either free falling or cinching latch plates Use the following pictures to determine the latch plate style Free Falling Latch Plate Cinching Latch Plate The following instruct...

Page 72: ...pens let the belt go back all the way and start again Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the right front seating position may affect the passenger sensing system if equipped See Passenger...

Page 73: ...tender on page 2 48 Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster move it to the height t...

Page 74: ...cle Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger positions Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of the belt is cente...

Page 75: ...h if the threshold conditions for pretensioner activation are met And if the vehicle has side impact airbags safety belt pretensioners can help tighten the safety belts in a side crash or a rollover e...

Page 76: ...ion in the second row seat and the third row if the vehicle has one Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt Second Row 1 For the second row remove the guide from its storage clip on...

Page 77: ...e ESV Owner Manual 2010 2 Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide 3 Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat The elastic cord must b...

Page 78: ...r and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described previously in this section Make sure that the sh...

Page 79: ...rotect the mother When a safety belt is worn properly it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash For pregnant women as for anyone the key to making safety belts effective is wearing...

Page 80: ...that the latch plate clicks when inserted into the buckle Safety Belt Extender If the vehicle s safety belt will fasten around you you should use it But if a safety belt is not long enough your dealer...

Page 81: ...r seat Buckle the lap shoulder belt Does the shoulder belt rest on the shoulder If yes continue If no try using the rear safety belt comfort guide See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulde...

Page 82: ...nternal injuries in a crash Also see Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides under Lap Shoulder Belt on page 2 39 According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in th...

Page 83: ...ot wearing the lap shoulder belt properly In a crash the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury The child...

Page 84: ...ow children to play with the safety belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system...

Page 85: ...jured or killed Never put a rear facing child restraint in the right front seat Secure a rear facing child restraint in a rear seat It is also better to secure a forward facing child restraint in a re...

Page 86: ...e If it is the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards The restraint manufacturer s instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and heigh...

Page 87: ...any bony structure This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries To reduce the risk of serious or fatal injuries during a crash young children should always be secured in appropriate child restrai...

Page 88: ...re the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle s safety belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual To hel...

Page 89: ...child is in it Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint Secure the child...

Page 90: ...assenger seat is in a forward position The vehicle may have a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions Continued WARNING...

Page 91: ...ng or in a crash This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier The LATCH system uses anchors in the vehicle and attachments on the child restraint that are made for use with...

Page 92: ...or A top tether A C anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle The top tether attachment B on the child restraint connects to the top tether an...

Page 93: ...obtained in kit form for many child restraints Ask the child restraint manufacturer whether or not a kit is available Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Second Row 60 40 j Lower Anchor Seati...

Page 94: ...ating positions have exposed metal anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion For models with second row bucket seats both rear seating positions have exposed metal anchor...

Page 95: ...ill be placed Third Row Seat Three Passenger For vehicles with a three passenger third row seat there is one top tether anchor located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion that can be used for eithe...

Page 96: ...re the restraint following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual WARNING Do not attach more than one child restraint to a single anchor Attaching more...

Page 97: ...h the top tether and the safety belts Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual 1 1 Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position 1 2 Put th...

Page 98: ...adrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the headrest or head restraint If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are u...

Page 99: ...tional or local law requires that the top tether be anchored or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward f...

Page 100: ...e Cinching Latch Plate 1 Put the child restraint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child rest...

Page 101: ...so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary 4 For passenger seating positions with a lap shoulder belt and a free falling latch plate pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way...

Page 102: ...ther See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH on page 2 59 for more information 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure To remove the child restrain...

Page 103: ...r airbag inflates This is because the back of the rear facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag A child in a forward facing child restraint can be seriously Continued WARNING...

Page 104: ...ld restraint say that the top strap must be anchored In Canada the law requires that forward facing child restraints have a top tether and that the tether be attached You will be using the lap shoulde...

Page 105: ...on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When installing a forward facing child restraint...

Page 106: ...ver A roof rail airbag for the right front passenger and the person seated directly behind that passenger The vehicle may have the following airbags A seat mounted side impact airbag for the driver A...

Page 107: ...upplemental restraints to the safety belts Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag for that person WARNING Airbags inflate with great force faster...

Page 108: ...its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure children properly in your vehicle To read how see Older C...

Page 109: ...scalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2010 Where Are the Airbags The driver s frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger s frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on...

Page 110: ...e has seat mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger they are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door Driver Side shown Passenger Side similar The roof rail airbags...

Page 111: ...ight force the object into that person causing severe injury or even death The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag and do not attach or...

Page 112: ...the vehicle hits an object does not deform If the vehicle hits a narrow object like a pole the airbags could inflate at a different crash speed than if the vehicle hits a wide object like a wall If t...

Page 113: ...ed side impact and roof rail airbags deployment is determined by the location and severity of the side impact In a rollover event roof rail airbag deployment is determined by the direction of the roll...

Page 114: ...ze an airbag inflated Roof rail airbags may still be at least partially inflated for some time after they deploy Some components of the airbag module may be hot for several minutes For location of the...

Page 115: ...rt the engine after a crash has occurred In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag windshields are broken by vehicle deformation Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the right...

Page 116: ...he symbol for on or off will be visible See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 4 31 The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions...

Page 117: ...turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an airbag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though the airbag is turned off Cont...

Page 118: ...rontal airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an airbag...

Page 119: ...restraint is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint If this happens adjust the head restraint See Head Restraints on page 2 2 6 Restart the vehicle The passenger sensing system may or may not tu...

Page 120: ...ors Affecting System Operation Safety belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag...

Page 121: ...seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle Airbags affect how the vehicle should be serviced There are parts of the airbag...

Page 122: ...t vehicle Any object such as an aftermarket seat heater or a comfort enhancing pad or device installed under or on top of the seat fabric could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensi...

Page 123: ...t a new one right away Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working See Safety Belt Reminders on page 4 29 for more information Keep safety belts clean and dry See Care of Safety Belts on page...

Page 124: ...othing may be necessary But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced If the...

Page 125: ...s 3 18 Power Windows 3 19 Sun Visors 3 21 Theft Deterrent Systems 3 22 Content Theft Deterrent 3 22 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer 3 24 PASS Key III Electronic Immobilizer Operation 3 24 Starting...

Page 126: ...5 Outside Heated Mirrors 3 45 Object Detection Systems 3 46 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA 3 46 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA 3 48 Rear Vision Camera RVC 3 51 Universal Home Remote System 3 55 Unive...

Page 127: ...ion with the keys in the ignition and children could be seriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children The key can be used for t...

Page 128: ...er vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the left or right hold the transmitter higher and try again Check the transmitter s battery See Battery Replacement later in this...

Page 129: ...58 If enabled through the DIC the exterior lights turn on briefly if it is dark enough outside See APPROACH LIGHTING under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4 58 Pressing K on the RKE transmitter dis...

Page 130: ...chased and programmed through your dealer When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed Any lost or stolen transmitters will no lo...

Page 131: ...climate control system will default to a heating or cooling mode depending on the outside temperatures During a remote start if your vehicle has an automatic climate control system and heated seats th...

Page 132: ...vehicle has started will turn the engine off When the vehicle starts the parking lamps will turn on and remain on while the vehicle is running If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shu...

Page 133: ...be started with the key After the key is removed from the ignition the vehicle can be remote started again The vehicle cannot be remote started if the key is in the ignition the hood is not closed or...

Page 134: ...suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it Continued WARNING Continued Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down...

Page 135: ...stomization on page 4 58 Programmable Automatic Door Locks Vehicles with an automatic lock unlock feature enable you to program the vehicle s power door locks You can program this feature through the...

Page 136: ...lock If the passenger s side power door lock switch is pressed when the front passenger s door is open and the key is in the ignition all of the doors will lock and then the front passenger s door wil...

Page 137: ...touchpad on the underside of the liftgate handle B The liftgate will open after a slight delay The vehicle must be in P Park to open the liftgate To close the liftgate use the pull cup or pull strap a...

Page 138: ...smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Continued WARNING Continued If the vehicle must be driven with the liftgate or trunk hatch open Close all of the windows Fully open the air outlets...

Page 139: ...tgate Make sure there is no one in the way of the liftgate as it is opening and closing Notice If you open the liftgate without checking for overhead obstructions such as a garage door you could damag...

Page 140: ...sound The liftgate will stay open temporarily then slowly close See your dealer for service before using the liftgate Obstacle Detection Features If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power...

Page 141: ...e with the liftgate open the liftgate should be set to manual operation by pressing the OFF switch on the center console The liftgate has an electric latch If the battery is disconnected or has low vo...

Page 142: ...lpless adults or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a help...

Page 143: ...eat use the window lockout button to prevent unintentional operation of the windows The power window switches are located on the driver door In addition each door has a switch for its own window The f...

Page 144: ...severe icing may also cause the window to auto reverse The window will return to normal operation once the obstruction or condition is removed Express Window Anti Pinch Override WARNING If express ove...

Page 145: ...indow Lockout o Window Lockout The rear window lockout button is located on the driver door near the window switches Press the right side of the button to disable the rear window controls The light on...

Page 146: ...h the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or the power door lock switch The security light will come on to inform the driver the system is arming If a door is open when the doors are locked the secur...

Page 147: ...ed with the door key after the doors are closed Always unlock the doors with the RKE transmitter Unlocking a door any other way will set off the alarm if it is armed If you set off the alarm by accide...

Page 148: ...blem with arming or disarming the theft deterrent system When the PASS Key III system senses that someone is using the wrong key it prevents the vehicle from starting Anyone using a trial and error me...

Page 149: ...program the new additional key 1 Verify that the new key has a 1 stamped on it 2 Insert the original already programmed key in the ignition and start the engine If the engine will not start see your...

Page 150: ...rst 500 miles 805 km Do not make full throttle starts Avoid downshifting to brake or slow the vehicle Avoid making hard stops for the first 200 miles 322 km or so During this time the new brake lining...

Page 151: ...n be removed in LOCK OFF Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving This will cause a loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the airbags In an emergency 1 Brake...

Page 152: ...e engine is running The transmission is also unlocked in this position on automatic transmission vehicles If you leave the key in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position with the engine off the battery c...

Page 153: ...allow the oil to warm up and lubricate all moving parts The vehicle has a Computer Controlled Cranking System This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components If the ignition key i...

Page 154: ...the electronics in the vehicle If you add electrical parts or accessories you could change the way the engine operates Before adding electrical equipment check with your dealer If you do not the engi...

Page 155: ...refully 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 ungrounded outl...

Page 156: ...e system will maintain full cylinder operation If the vehicle has an Active Fuel Management indicator see DIC Operation and Displays on page 4 42 for more information on using this display Automatic T...

Page 157: ...he engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the s...

Page 158: ...shifts down to the next gear and has more power D Drive can be used when towing a trailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills or for off road driving You may want to shift the transmission to...

Page 159: ...ges During this adaptive shift controls process shifting may feel different as the transmission determines the best settings When temperatures are very cold the Hydra Matic 6L80 automatic transmission...

Page 160: ...shifted by the vehicle but 6 Sixth cannot be used until the plus minus button located on the steering column lever is used to change to the gear Grade Braking is not available when the Driver Shift C...

Page 161: ...his reduces wear on the braking system and increases control of the vehicle Grade Braking monitors vehicle speed acceleration engine torque and brake pedal usage Using this information it detects when...

Page 162: ...amage to brake system parts Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down then pus...

Page 163: ...OCK OFF 4 Remove the key and take it with you If you can leave the vehicle with the ignition key in your hand the vehicle is in P Park Leaving the Vehicle With the Engine Running WARNING It can be dan...

Page 164: ...his vehicle is equipped with an electronic shift lock release system The shift lock release is designed to Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P Park with the shift lever button...

Page 165: ...tunnels deep snow that may block underbody airflow or tail pipes The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different Continued WARNING Continued The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage The v...

Page 166: ...r more information see Engine Exhaust on page 3 41 WARNING It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly...

Page 167: ...owner s guide Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the ve...

Page 168: ...ing Rearview Mirror on page 3 43 for more information Turn Signal Indicator The vehicle has a turn signal indicator on the mirror An arrow on the mirror flashes in the direction of the turn or lane ch...

Page 169: ...mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes The passenger side mirror is convex shaped A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat Outside Heated Mirrors...

Page 170: ...ts or pets Continued WARNING Continued If you do not use proper care before and while backing vehicle damage injury or death could occur Even with URPA always check behind the vehicle before backing u...

Page 171: ...nditions The ultrasonic sensors are not clean Keep the vehicle s rear bumper free of mud dirt snow ice and slush For cleaning instructions see Washing Your Vehicle on page 7 103 The park assist sensor...

Page 172: ...ns bicyclists or animals Failure to use proper care when changing lanes may result in damage to the vehicle injury or death Always check the outside and rearview mirrors glance over your shoulder and...

Page 173: ...a vehicle is also detected on the same side the SBZA display will flash to give you extra warning not to change lanes SBZA displays do not come on while the vehicle is approaching or passing other ve...

Page 174: ...ot be selectable if the conditions for normal system operation are not met Until normal operating conditions for SBZA are met you should not rely upon SBZA while driving SBZA Error Messages The follow...

Page 175: ...stem is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle When the driver shifts the vehicle into R Reverse the video image automatically appears on the n...

Page 176: ...r decrease the contrast of the screen Symbols The navigation system may have a feature that lets the driver view symbols on the navigation screen while using the rear vision camera The Ultrasonic Rear...

Page 177: ...vision RVC does not Detect objects that are outside the camera s field of view below the bumper or underneath the vehicle Detect children pedestrians bicyclists or pets Continued WARNING Continued Do...

Page 178: ...s on the screen differs from the actual distance The area displayed by the camera is limited The camera does not display objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper The...

Page 179: ...the camera can change or the camera can be affected Be sure to have the camera and its position and mounting angle checked at your dealer Universal Home Remote System See Radio Frequency Statement on...

Page 180: ...uld be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends See Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons later in this section Park the vehicle outside of the garage when programming a garage door Be sure t...

Page 181: ...ected button should slowly blink This button may need to be held for up to 20 seconds 4 Immediately within one second release the button when the garage door moves The indicator light will blink rapid...

Page 182: ...the entire procedure before starting Otherwise the device will time out and the procedure will have to be repeated To program up to three devices 1 To verify that the garage door opener is a Fixed Cod...

Page 183: ...itches that can be used when programming the Universal Home Remote If the total number of switches on the motor head and hand held transmitter are different or if the dip switch settings are different...

Page 184: ...2 Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from left to right as follows When a switch is in the up position write Left When a switch is in the down position write Right If a switch is set between...

Page 185: ...se all three buttons at the same time The indicator lights will turn on 6 Press and hold the button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves The indicator light above t...

Page 186: ...bove the buttons begin to blink rapidly 2 Once the indicator lights begin to blink release both buttons The codes from all buttons will be erased For help or information on the Universal Home Remote S...

Page 187: ...ntainers will not work properly Use only non insulated containers Notice When the cuphholder is turned on the inside receptacles are hot or cold Temperature variations in the cupholders may cause cond...

Page 188: ...vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack like paneling plywood or a mattress the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven The item being carried could be violently torn off and t...

Page 189: ...roperly loaded If small heavy objects are placed on the roof place the load in the area over the rear wheels behind the rear side door on extended models If needed cut a piece of 3 8 inch plywood to f...

Page 190: ...the sunroof will work for 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until a front door is opened See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 3 28 for more information There are two switches in the o...

Page 191: ...switch to vent the sunroof To stop the sunroof partway press the switch a second time To close the sunroof press and hold the front of the passenger s side switch To stop the sunroof partway release...

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Page 193: ...nstrument Panel Brightness 4 16 Dome Lamps 4 17 Dome Lamp Override 4 17 Entry Lighting 4 17 Exit Lighting 4 17 Reading Lamps 4 17 Electric Power Management 4 18 Battery Run Down Protection 4 18 Access...

Page 194: ...ruise Control Light 4 40 Highbeam On Light 4 40 Tow Haul Mode Light 4 40 Fuel Gauge 4 41 Driver Information Center DIC 4 41 DIC Operation and Displays 4 42 DIC Compass 4 47 DIC Warnings and Messages 4...

Page 195: ...ff This warns others that you are having trouble Press again to turn the flashers off When the hazard warning flashers are on the vehicle s turn signals will not work Horn To sound the horn press the...

Page 196: ...the button displays when the feature is turned on The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start heating Turn Signal Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering column includ...

Page 197: ...ing a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on a signal bulb could be burned out Have the bulbs replaced If the bulb is not burned out check the fuse See Fuses and Circuit Brea...

Page 198: ...as you hold the lever toward you The high beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster will come on Release the lever to return to normal operation For vehicles with High Intensity Discharge HID he...

Page 199: ...ction lever to spray washer fluid on the windshield The wipers clear the window and then either stop or return to the preset speed Rear Window Wiper Washer WARNING In freezing weather do not use your...

Page 200: ...h cruise control a speed of about 40 km h 25 mph or more can be maintained without keeping your foot on the accelerator Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 40 km h 25 mph When the brake...

Page 201: ...l light on the instrument panel cluster comes on after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed WARNING If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise you might hit a bu...

Page 202: ...t 1 6 km h 1 mph slower Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control Use the accelerator pedal to increase the vehicle speed When you take your foot off the pedal the vehicle will slow down to t...

Page 203: ...fted into the P Park position AUTO Automatic Automatically turns on the headlamps at normal brightness together with the following Parking Lamps Instrument Panel Lights Taillamps License Plate Lamps P...

Page 204: ...the inside rear view mirror The IntelliBeam indicator on the mirror will turn on to let you know the system has been turned on Once the system has been turned on it will remain on each time the vehic...

Page 205: ...elliBeam may not turn off the high beams if the system cannot detect other vehicle s lamps because of any of the following The others vehicle s lamp s are missing damaged obstructed from view or other...

Page 206: ...or on the mirror will turn off To re enable IntelliBeam press the IntelliBeam button on the mirror A different sensitivity setting is available for dealer diagnostics This is done by pushing and holdi...

Page 207: ...nt panel lights and other lamps will not be on When it begins to get dark the automatic headlamp system switches from DRL to the headlamps To turn off the DRL lamps turn the exterior lamps control to...

Page 208: ...exit the vehicle This feature can be programmed using the Driver Information Center DIC See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 4 58 The regular headlamp system can be turned on when needed Fog Lamps Fo...

Page 209: ...n off when a door is opened Press the button again to return it to the extended position so that the dome lamps come on when a door is opened Entry Lighting The vehicle has an illuminated entry featur...

Page 210: ...rs when several of the following are on such as headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and loads plugged i...

Page 211: ...er plugs The accessory power outlets are powered even when the ignition is in LOCK OFF Continuing to use power outlets while the ignition is in LOCK OFF may cause the vehicle s battery to run down Not...

Page 212: ...eating does not let the lighter back away from the heating element when it is hot Damage from overheating can occur to the lighter or heating element or a fuse could be blown Do not hold a cigarette l...

Page 213: ...e knob or the air conditioning button to turn the system on when it is off Driver and Passenger Side Temperature Knob The driver and passenger side temperature knobs are used to adjust the temperature...

Page 214: ...n the vehicle The light on the button comes on in recirculation 2 Set the driver s and passenger s temperature To find your comfort setting start with a 23 C 74 F temperature setting and allow about 2...

Page 215: ...utlets In this mode the system automatically selects outside air Defog This mode clears the windows of fog or moisture Air is directed to the windshield floor outlets and side window vents In this mod...

Page 216: ...mount of water might drip under the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine This is normal Recirculation Press to turn the recirculation mode on or off An indicator light comes on to show...

Page 217: ...e Outside Heated Mirrors on page 3 45 Heated or Cooled Seats For vehicles with heated and cooled seats see Heated and Cooled Seats on page 2 5 Outlet Adjustment Use the air outlets located in the cent...

Page 218: ...the REAR button on the front climate control system to turn the rear climate control system on or off An indicator comes on when the rear system is on The rear climate control system can also be turne...

Page 219: ...for warmer air and press the button for cooler air N Air Delivery Mode Control Press the mode button to change the direction of the airflow in the vehicle Repeatedly press the button until the desire...

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Page 221: ...the old odometer Trip Odometer The trip odometer can show how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last set to zero For more information see Trip Odometer under DIC Operation a...

Page 222: ...her the chime nor the light comes on The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase handbag grocery bag laptop or other electro...

Page 223: ...ger position The passenger airbag status indicator is on the overhead console See Passenger Sensing System on page 2 84 for important safety information In addition if the vehicle has a passenger sens...

Page 224: ...adiness Light on page 4 30 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light This light comes on briefly when the ignition key is turned to START but the engine is not...

Page 225: ...er This light can also come on due to low brake fluid See Brakes on page 7 40 for more information United States Canada This light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned to ON RUN If it does not...

Page 226: ...tem warning light is also on the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 4 33 For vehicles with a Driver Information...

Page 227: ...e 7 34 Tire Pressure Light For vehicles with a tire pressure monitoring system this light comes on briefly when the engine is started It provides information about tire pressures and the Tire Pressure...

Page 228: ...ne is running this indicates that there is an OBD II problem and service is required Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent Being aware of the light can prevent...

Page 229: ...talled See Filling the Tank on page 7 11 The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atm...

Page 230: ...needed The vehicle may not pass inspection if the Malfunction Indicator Lamp is on with the engine running or if the light does not come on when the ignition is turned to ON RUN while the engine is of...

Page 231: ...l This light comes on briefly while starting the engine If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off If the light comes o...

Page 232: ...cruise control is set The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 4 8 for more information Highbeam On Light This light comes on when the high beam headlamps ar...

Page 233: ...off before the gauge reads full It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the fuel gauge indicated For example the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full but it actually took a litt...

Page 234: ...on and warning messages if a system problem is detected A digital speedometer also appears at the bottom of the DIC display The digital speedometer can be enabled or disabled See DISPLAY DIGITAL SPEED...

Page 235: ...Odometer Press the trip fuel button until TRIP displays This display shows the current distance traveled in either miles mi or kilometers km since the last reset for the trip odometer The trip odomet...

Page 236: ...unted as long as the ignition is on even if another display is being shown on the DIC The timer will record up to 99 hours 59 minutes and 59 seconds 99 59 59 after which the display will return to zer...

Page 237: ...you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil change It will not reset itself Also be careful not to reset the OIL LIFE display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just...

Page 238: ...n If the tire pressure display shows dashes instead of a value there may be a problem with your vehicle If this consistently occurs see your dealer for service Battery Voltage This display shows the c...

Page 239: ...the transmitter is matched 4 To match additional transmitters at this time repeat Step 3 Each vehicle can have a maximum of eight transmitters matched to it 5 To exit the programming mode you must cyc...

Page 240: ...ance Zone Procedure 1 Do not set the compass zone when the vehicle is moving Only set it when the vehicle is in P Park Press the vehicle information button until PRESS V TO CHANGE COMPASS ZONE display...

Page 241: ...zone is set to the variance zone in which the vehicle is located See Compass Variance Zone Procedure earlier in this section Do not operate any switches such as window sunroof climate controls seats e...

Page 242: ...reset the message See Engine Oil on page 7 17 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 8 3 for more information DRIVER DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver door is not fully clos...

Page 243: ...as soon as it is safe to do so to avoid severe damage This message clears when the engine has cooled to a safe operating temperature ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays and a chime sounds wh...

Page 244: ...ossible and do not operate it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been corrected Check the oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by your dealer See Engine Oil on page 7 17 PAR...

Page 245: ...Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 3 4 RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the passenger side rear door is not fully closed and the vehicle is shifted out...

Page 246: ...tem needs service See your dealer SERVICE LEFT HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY On some models this message will be displayed when the left headlamp is out and needs to be serviced See LED Lighting on page 7 55 for...

Page 247: ...III Electronic Immobilizer Operation on page 3 24 for more information SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this message displays if a part on the TPMS i...

Page 248: ...stability enhancement system you should normally leave StabiliTrak on However you should turn StabiliTrak off if your vehicle gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow and you want to rock your vehicle to at...

Page 249: ...ion Tire Pressure on page 7 65 for more information TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS this message displays when the pressure in one or more of the vehicl...

Page 250: ...n for 3 4 of a mile 1 2 km Move the turn signal multifunction lever to the off position WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID This message displays when the windshield washer fluid is low Fill the windshield was...

Page 251: ...the DIC display Press the set reset button once to display all DIC messages in English DISPLAY LANGUAGE This feature allows you to select the language in which the DIC messages will appear Press the...

Page 252: ...This feature allows you to select whether or not to turn off the automatic door unlocking feature It also allows you to select which doors and when the doors will automatically unlock See Programmable...

Page 253: ...ound when the lock button is pressed again within five seconds of the previous command NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the se...

Page 254: ...ed locking of the vehicle s doors ON default The doors will not lock until five seconds after the last door or the liftgate is closed NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setti...

Page 255: ...the RKE transmitter is pressed or the vehicle is no longer off See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 3 4 for more information NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The curr...

Page 256: ...outside mirror s will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse See Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors on page 3 43 for more information Press the customization button until PARK...

Page 257: ...e key back in the ignition and remove it again the seat and steering column will stay in the original exit position unless a memory recall took place prior to removing the key again NO CHANGE No chang...

Page 258: ...and Displays on page 4 42 for more information on matching transmitters to driver ID numbers NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press...

Page 259: ...reset button once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings RESTORE ALL default The customization features will be set to th...

Page 260: ...t system microphones radio or speakers are modified or replaced This could result in more noticeable engine noise at certain speeds Notice Contact your dealer before adding any equipment Adding audio...

Page 261: ...nt missed calls a minimum volume level is used if the volume is turned down too low Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons located on the steering wheel to operate the in vehicle Bluetooth system See Audi...

Page 262: ...cate the device named General Motors in the list on the cellular phone and follow the instructions on the cell phone to enter the four digit PIN number that was provided in Step 3 5 The system prompts...

Page 263: ...e remains connected Storing Name Tags The system can store up to thirty phone numbers as name tags that are shared between the Bluetooth and OnStar systems The system uses the following commands to st...

Page 264: ...git Store The system responds with Please say the first digit to store followed by a tone 3 Say the first digit to be stored The system will repeat back the digit it heard followed by a tone Continue...

Page 265: ...ete please say the name tag followed by a tone 3 Say the name tag to be deleted The system responds with Would you like to delete name tag Please say yes or no If the name tag is correct say Yes to de...

Page 266: ...Digit Dial Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Digit Dial The system responds with Digit dial using phone name please say the first di...

Page 267: ...s with Ready followed by a tone 2 After the tone say Re dial The system responds with Re dial using phone name and dials the last number called from the connected Bluetooth phone Once connected the pe...

Page 268: ...a call all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them To Mute a call 1 Press b g The system responds with Ready followed by a tone 2 S...

Page 269: ...Bluetooth ready followed by a tone 3 Say Voice The system responds with OK accessing phone name The cell phone s normal prompt messages will go through its cycle according to the phone s operating ins...

Page 270: ...cludes all saved name tags in the phonebook and phone pairing information For information on how to delete this information see the above sections on Deleting a Paired Phone and Deleting Name Tags Oth...

Page 271: ...is within the operating range of the RSE system Headphones The RSE includes two 2 channel wireless headphones that are dedicated to this system Channel 1 is dedicated to the DVD player while Channel 2...

Page 272: ...ed on the left ear The symbol R Right appears on the upper right side above the ear pad and should be positioned on the right ear Notice Do not store the headphones in heat or direct sunlight This cou...

Page 273: ...ck C is for the right audio input Power for auxiliary devices is not supplied by the radio system To use the auxiliary inputs of the RSE system connect an external auxiliary device to the color coded...

Page 274: ...ation The DVD player is capable of outputting audio to the wired headphone jacks on the RSA system if the vehicle has this feature The DVD player can be selected as an audio source on the RSA system S...

Page 275: ...disc The radio can also turn on the video screen display See Navigation Audio System on page 5 60 for more information Notice Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight can damage...

Page 276: ...ter Press again to go to the previous track or chapter This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews u Next Track Chapter Press to go to the beginning of...

Page 277: ...laying The format and content of this function varies for each disc 1 through 0 Numeric Keypad The numeric keypad provides the capability of direct chapter or track number selection Clear Press within...

Page 278: ...e not dead or installed incorrectly Tips and Troubleshooting Chart cont d Problem Recommended Action After stopping the player I push Play but sometimes the DVD starts where I left off and sometimes a...

Page 279: ...l Position Systems GPS two way radios mobile fax or walkie talkies It might be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle Excludes the OnStar Syste...

Page 280: ...the DVD player is located at the top of the head restraint Insert the disc partially into the loading slot with the printed side facing the rear of the vehicle The DVD player automatically draws the...

Page 281: ...creen control buttons See Safety Belts under Seats and Restraint Systems in the vehicle s owner manual Use the remote control for any necessary adjustments See Remote Control later in this supplement...

Page 282: ...rared Transmitters Located in the top center of the video display screen Do not block the signal from the headphones to the transmitter Video Display Screen Located on the back of each headrest AV OUT...

Page 283: ...nes must be used within a line of sight of the transmitter that is located above the video display screen 3 4 Channel Selector This is located on the right earpiece Either Channel 3 or 4 can be select...

Page 284: ...eed to be replaced See Battery Replacement following this section The remote control provided with the Headrest DVD RSE system is not a universal remote control and will not control other equipment No...

Page 285: ...reen 4 TV Video Screen 4 This button is not used with the system SOUND AROUND ON OFF Press to turn the FM Transmitter power on or off MUTE For DVD Only Press to turn off the headphone sound Press agai...

Page 286: ...subtitle language to another available language or to turn subtitles off ANGLE Press to select a different viewing angle for discs that are recorded with different camera angles AUDIO Press to select...

Page 287: ...een 2X 4X 8X 16X and 32X speeds PREV g Previous Press to play the previous chapter or track To return to previous chapters or tracks one at a time press and release multiple times until the desired ch...

Page 288: ...2 Select the desired page by using the left right navigation arrows to move the cursor 3 Press the SETUP button again on the remote control to cancel use of the setup display Not all DVDs support all...

Page 289: ...ing 4 Press the right navigation arrow and then use the up down navigation arrows to select a display option The display options are Normal PS Pan and Scan This displays the wide picture on the screen...

Page 290: ...to access the parental control feature It allows for control of the type of movie rating content from G to Adult that can be viewed and is only accessible when no disc is loaded To setup the Parental...

Page 291: ...create a six digit password use the numeric keypad on the remote control Press the ENTER button to confirm The default password is 136900 To change the Parental Control Password 1 Press the SETUP but...

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Page 293: ...track 3 Press DISPLAY three times and Total Elapsed appears along with the current track playing and the total time that has played on the CD 4 Press DISPLAY four times and Total Remain appears along...

Page 294: ...ghlighted 3 Press the up or down navigation arrows to go through the song list and highlight the desired song Press ENTER to begin the playback of the selected song Skipping a Song NEXT Press to go to...

Page 295: ...IR Sensor being controlled Select the correct screen 3 or 4 Problem Recommended Action No picture Check that the correct video input mode is selected Check that the video cable is plugged into the ja...

Page 296: ...uter edges or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Rear Seat Audio RSA Vehicles with this feature allow the rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources radio CDs DVDs or...

Page 297: ...s or to the next station or channels and stay there This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio Press and hold either the left or right seek arro...

Page 298: ...some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the disc When a DVD video menu is being displayed press the PROG button to perform the menu function enter Theft Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK...

Page 299: ...d rear auxiliary if equipped Press and hold this button for longer than one second to initiate voice recognition See Voice Recognition on page 5 86 for more information Seek Press to go to the next ra...

Page 300: ...for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other For better radio reception most AM radio stations boost the...

Page 301: ...s make sure that the grid lines for the AM FM antenna are not damaged There is enough space between the grid lines to attach a cellular telephone antenna without interfering with radio reception Notic...

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Page 303: ...the Navigation System 5 12 Maps 5 14 Symbols 5 17 Destination 5 24 Configure Menu 5 42 Global Positioning System GPS 5 57 Vehicle Positioning 5 57 Problems with Route Guidance 5 58 If the System Need...

Page 304: ...Black plate 2 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2010 Overview Navigation System Overview Screen shown with Map Disc Inserted 5 2...

Page 305: ...68 or DVD Player on page 5 75 for more information J Z CD DVD Video Audio Eject Key See CD Player on page 5 68 or DVD Player on page 5 75 for more information K CD DVD Video Audio Slot See CD Player...

Page 306: ...Menu on page 5 42 for more information Getting Started Read this manual thoroughly to become familiar with how the navigation system operates The navigation system includes navigation and audio functi...

Page 307: ...or others can be injured or killed Use the turn by turn voice guidance directions whenever possible Use the navigation system to Plan a route Select a destination using various methods and choices Fo...

Page 308: ...ual and learn how it operates Some system controls cannot be used the when vehicle is moving After you acknowledge the start up information you will be able to access the NAV navigation and DEST desti...

Page 309: ...o limit functions on and off while driving When this screen button is highlighted the following functions are limited while driving Music Navigator Scrolling Radio Category Scrolling Navigation Menu S...

Page 310: ...r touch the time screen button 2 Press the Hours and Minutes minus and plus signs to decrease or to increase the time See Setting the Clock under Configure Menu on page 5 42 for more information Enter...

Page 311: ...ays If more than five are available the List screen button displays a number This button represents the number of available streets Select this button to view the list and select a street 10 Once a st...

Page 312: ...ap disc inserted skip to Step 5 2 Press O to turn the system on 3 Insert the DVD map disc See Installing the Map DVD under Maps on page 5 14 for more information 4 A caution may appear Touch the OK sc...

Page 313: ...een button The route is now ready to be started See Preset Destination under Destination on page 5 24 for more information Canceling Guidance Guidance is canceled once the final destination is reached...

Page 314: ...knob and continues play of the last active source w Tune Turn to go to the next or previous radio station or disc track or chapter See Navigation Audio System on page 5 60 CD Player on page 5 68 or DV...

Page 315: ...the current audio source screen menu See Audio under Navigation Audio System on page 5 60 for more information RPT Navigation Repeat Press to repeat the last voice guidance prompt y z Seek Press the...

Page 316: ...ress turn restrictions etc A detailed area includes all major highways service roads and residential roads The detailed areas include points of interest POI such as restaurants airports banks hospital...

Page 317: ...til the NAV screen is active or select the NAV tab manually 3 Load the map DVD partway into the slot located just below the screen The system will pull it in 4 Touch the OK screen button to agree to t...

Page 318: ...attach a seal to any of the sides or the disc Do not keep the disc in direct sunlight high temperatures or humidity After using the disc place it back into the original case Map Adjustments The syste...

Page 319: ...map screen to scroll for a longer distance If you have used the scroll feature to scroll the map and the vehicle icon disappears off the screen press the NAV Navigation key to return to the current v...

Page 320: ...to the final destination This symbol appears when the time to the destination is not available or while you are scrolling on the map The distance and time to destination symbol indicates the distance...

Page 321: ...e direction at the top of the screen and the way the vehicle icon is heading indicates the direction the vehicle is traveling Select this screen symbol to switch between Heading Up North Up and 3 D vi...

Page 322: ...ap shows where POIs e g restaurants gas stations etc are located This screen appears after selecting the POI screen button 1 Select one of the POI categories to display the POI icon at the top of the...

Page 323: ...r personal calling is activated Address Book Press to add this POI to the address book See Nav under Configure Menu on page 5 42 for information on editing address book entries Go Select to make this...

Page 324: ...e When driving on a routed destination the map screen automatically displays the next maneuver The pop up displays the next maneuver direction and the distance from it When approximately 1 4 mi 400 m...

Page 325: ...nclude Philadelphia Washington D C and other major highway junctions Dual Mode This dual screen symbol displays when the screen is in dual mode Dual mode displays the route on half of the screen and a...

Page 326: ...choose from one of the following destination entry methods Address Entry 2 Address Entry Enter either a city or street to use the address entry destination method To enter a destination by inputting t...

Page 327: ...Select this button to view the list 6 Once a street has been selected press the House screen button to enter the house number The system displays the house number range that is available for the stree...

Page 328: ...9 Select the Start Guidance screen button The route is now ready to be started See Getting Started on Your Route later in this section for more information To enter a destination by entering a cross s...

Page 329: ...p screen with the destination marked displays 7 Select the route preference Fastest Shortest or Other The system calculates and highlights the route 8 Select the Start Guidance screen button The route...

Page 330: ...t the route preference Fastest Shortest or Other The system calculates and highlights the route 7 Select the Start Guidance screen button The route is now ready to be started See Getting Started on Yo...

Page 331: ...ess book entry method 1 Press the DEST hard key 2 Select the g screen button A list of the address book addresses display 3 Select the Go screen button next to the destination The map screen with the...

Page 332: ...he previous destination entry method 1 Press the DEST hard key 2 Select the screen button 3 Select a previous destination from the list Use the arrow to the right of the destination to view the entire...

Page 333: ...o find the area that you would like to select as your destination Pressing holding and dragging your finger on the map activates fast scrolling 4 Press touch once on the area that you would like to se...

Page 334: ...or S south to enter the direction of the latitude coordinate Enter the numeric portion of the latitude coordinate 5 Select Longitude and select either E east or W west next to enter the direction of t...

Page 335: ...anging Preset Destinations later in this section for information on how to add a preset destination To use the preset destination entry method 1 Press the DEST hard key 2 Select the desired preset des...

Page 336: ...ubscribers that makes operating your navigation system much simpler It allows subscribers to request and receive navigation assistance on the go Using OnStar Destination Download Press the blue OnStar...

Page 337: ...ect Back the navigation system cancels your OnStar Destination Download and returns to the previous screen The downloaded address will not be added to the previous destinations Route Guidance Not Acti...

Page 338: ...n Download Screen The radio will remain on after the download occurs If OnStar downloads a destination and the address is not found in the mapping disc s database and routing by coordinates is not ava...

Page 339: ...hard key to access the Route screen Turn List Turn List Touch to view the list of turn maneuvers for the entire route and to avoid turns on the route r q Scroll Arrows Touch the up and down arrows to...

Page 340: ...stopover or to the final destination The u fast forward skip button changes to a fast speed fast forward u Fast Forward Skip Select to go to the next stopover or to the final destination Detour Detour...

Page 341: ...een calculated 3 Using the desired method of entering a destination enter the stopover See Destination previously for more information 4 Select the route preference Fastest Shortest or Other The syste...

Page 342: ...Route screen to resume guidance on the current route Cancel Guidance Press this screen button from the Route screen to cancel the current route Adding Destinations to the Address Book There are two w...

Page 343: ...ys Enter the name Press the OK screen button then the Back screen button to return to the address book information screen 3 Press and hold one of the buttons at the bottom of the screen until the name...

Page 344: ...CONFIG key repeatedly until Sound is selected or touch the Sound screen button to make speaker and DSP Digital Signal Processing adjustments See Sound Menu under Navigation Audio System on page 5 60...

Page 345: ...he adjusted voice level Voice Guidance Touch the On or Off screen buttons to turn voice instructions on and off while traveling on a planned route Route Preference Touch the Route Preference screen bu...

Page 346: ...ess Book Edit View To edit the name of an address book 1 Select the CONFIG hard key 2 Select the NAV screen button 3 Select the Edit View Address Book screen button 4 Select the Address book entry 5 T...

Page 347: ...ect the CONFIG hard key 2 Select the NAV screen button 3 Select the Edit View Address Book screen button 4 Select the Add Voice Tag screen button 5 The system will ask for you to state the name You wi...

Page 348: ...tton The button will be highlighted when the feature is on When the off road mode is turned on the navigation system will show the path being traveled by the vehicle when not on a marked road This pat...

Page 349: ...ving routing decisions If the Traffic touch screen button is pressed or if an attempt is made to turn on the traffic display in the Navigation Setup Menu without a subscription a Caution screen displa...

Page 350: ...screen button 2 Touch the Traffic Options button 3 Touch the Traffic button This button is highlighted when it is active Selecting Alert for Approaching Traffic Events enables the system to show a po...

Page 351: ...ately 75 mi 125 km With a route planned the system defaults to list traffic events on your route Without a route planned if travelling on a major interstate the system lists events immediately ahead o...

Page 352: ...event is ahead on current Interstate highway or route While the vehicle is moving the traffic list up or down scroll arrows are limited to a maximum of four pages No more than four pages of traffic ev...

Page 353: ...average speed between 25 and 45 mph Green indicates normal traffic flow with average speed above 45 mph Orange indicates construction Traffic flow data arrows display on the map when scaled up to eigh...

Page 354: ...e The closest event is shown first Refresh Select the Refresh touch screen button to update the screen with all of the latest traffic events miles etc Traffic events update approximately every two min...

Page 355: ...Display Categories The following are traffic condition categories and symbols that can appear on the display Category 1 Road Closure q Road Closed Road and or ramps closed Category 2 Traffic Delayed o...

Page 356: ...ing a traffic event listed on the Traffic Event List screen The Traffic Event screen may display when approaching a traffic event Back Map More and Avoid These buttons have common functions across all...

Page 357: ...ic prompts are also turned off If the voice prompts are on whenever an Alert for Approaching Traffic is displayed the system gives the related voice prompt The content of the voice prompt depends on a...

Page 358: ...tem makes the map background darker Day Touch this screen button and the system makes the map background brighter Setting the Clock The navigation system time and the analog clock operate independentl...

Page 359: ...the front dash of the vehicle Satellites are being repaired or improved After market glass tinting has been applied to the vehicle s windshield Notice Do not apply after market glass tinting to the v...

Page 360: ...may occur under one or more of the following conditions You have not turned onto the road indicated Route guidance may not be available when using automatic rerouting for the next right or left turn T...

Page 361: ...eplacement disc because the current disc is lost damaged or needs to be updated call the GM Nav Disc Center or order a new disc online To order a disc have your Vehicle Identification Number VIN avail...

Page 362: ...ent is added to the vehicle the chimes may not work Make sure that replacement or additional equipment is compatible with the vehicle before installing it See Accessories and Modifications in the vehi...

Page 363: ...play splits between the audio screen and the map screen All station changing functions can be performed from this screen FM source shown other sources similar If you do not want to view a split screen...

Page 364: ...play See Radio Menu later in this section to add and remove XM categories from the category list Removed categories do not appear on the category list screen or when the right and left arrow category...

Page 365: ...3 Select the band 4 Seek scan or tune to the desired station to select the station 5 Press and hold one of the preset screen buttons for more than two seconds or until a beep is heard 6 Repeat the ste...

Page 366: ...n be used while listening to the audio system Not all DSP modes are available for all source types The type of DSP selected is displayed on the status line Select from the following DSP settings Norma...

Page 367: ...dioPilot Limit Features While Driving Touch the Limit Features While Driving screen button to turn on and off the ability to limit functions while driving When this screen button is highlighted the fo...

Page 368: ...e information on AudioPilot visit bose com audiopilot Remove Add XM Categories Touch the Remove Add XM Categories screen button to remove or add XM categories when selecting XM categories from the cat...

Page 369: ...and xmradio ca or call 1 877 438 9677 in Canada When XM is active the channel name and number song title and artist displays on the screen XM Radio Messages XL Explicit Language Channels XL on the rad...

Page 370: ...a receiver fault Consult with your dealer Check XM Receiver If this message does not clear within a short period of time the receiver may have a fault Consult with your dealer CD Player The player ca...

Page 371: ...system will pull it in 3 Once a disc is loaded the system will display Insert Disc number again Load the next disc Repeat this procedure for each disc The player takes up to six discs do not try to lo...

Page 372: ...uch and hold this button to fast forward quickly through a track selection You will hear sound at a reduced volume Release this button to stop fast forwarding The display will show the elapsed time of...

Page 373: ...or each album Each folder or album should contain 18 songs or less It is recommended that there is a maximum of 192 files on a disc The files can be recorded on a CD R or CD RW with a maximum capacity...

Page 374: ...MP3 While playing a CD the navigation system is available When you insert a CD the CD tab will display If you select a DSP setting for the CD it will be activated each time you play a CD If you turn...

Page 375: ...last loaded disc Z Eject To eject a disc do the following 1 Press the eject hard key 2 The system will display Ejecting Disc Press the DISC screen button to display the Disc Changer screen Select the...

Page 376: ...ving backward or forward through the CD The sound will mute while seeking w Tuning Knob Turn this knob counterclockwise one notch to go to the start of the current track turn it again to go to the pre...

Page 377: ...DVD slot is compatible with most audio CDs CD R CD RW DVD Video DVD Audio DVD R RW DVD R RW media along with MP3 and WMA formats If an error appears on the display see DVD Messages later in this sect...

Page 378: ...he DVD O 3 Power Volume Press this knob to turn the system on and off Turn the knob to increase or decrease the volume of the audio system Press and hold this knob for more than two seconds to turn of...

Page 379: ...button twice to return to the beginning of the DVD DISC Touch this screen button to view the list of loaded disc s Select the disc to play r Rewind Touch and release this button to rewind through the...

Page 380: ...button to go to the next scene This button does not work when the DVD is stopped This button is not available for DVD video Search Touch this button to display the search screen Select Title or Chapt...

Page 381: ...bottom Settings From the DVD Setup screen touch this button to change the default audio subtitle and menu languages parental level audio and to view the aspect of the DVD These settings are not avail...

Page 382: ...ur dealer This may not be available on all DVDs Aspect Touch this button to change the aspect ratio of the DVD This may not be available on all DVDs y Next Track Chapter Press this hard key to go to t...

Page 383: ...SB storage device connect the device to the USB port located in the center console To connect an iPod connect one end of the USB cable that came with the iPod to the iPod s dock connector and connect...

Page 384: ...nter screen button to enter the music navigator main screen 3 Touch or tap the left or right arrow to select desired Category such as Artist Album Genre etc A list of that category will display 4 Sele...

Page 385: ...e left or right arrow to select desired Category such as Artist Album Genre etc A list of that category will display The iPod or USB storage device should not be pulled out from the USB dock To safely...

Page 386: ...hese problems occur check the bottom surface of the CD or DVD If the surface is damaged such as cracked broken or scratched it will not play properly If the surface is soiled see Care of Your CDs and...

Page 387: ...the wireless or wired headphones See Audio Video Jacks under Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System Overhead on page 4 78 or Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System Headrest DVD on page 4 87 for more informati...

Page 388: ...eration of the navigation system audio system and OnStar features The DVD map disc must be installed in the navigation system for voice recognition to work See Installing the DVD Map Disc under Maps o...

Page 389: ...cle Customization on page 4 58 for more information Voice Recognition Commands The following list shows all of the voice commands available for the navigation system with a brief description of each T...

Page 390: ...night mode Display set auto mode Sets the display to automatic mode The system changes between day and night mode automatically System help Instructs the system to assist with display commands Radio...

Page 391: ...is command to select the next folder on the MP3 or audio DVD CD DVD Disc select previous folder Use this command to select the previous folder on the MP3 or audio DVD CD help DVD help Disc help Instru...

Page 392: ...Black plate 90 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2010 2 NOTES 5 90...

Page 393: ...l Drive AWD System 6 9 Steering 6 10 Off Road Recovery 6 11 Passing 6 12 Loss of Control 6 12 Off Road Driving 6 13 Driving at Night 6 24 Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads 6 25 Before Leaving on a Long...

Page 394: ...nk Driving WARNING Drinking and then driving is very dangerous Your reflexes perceptions attentiveness and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol You can have a serious or even fat...

Page 395: ...al cord or heart This means that when anyone who has been drinking driver or passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not b...

Page 396: ...of the road whether it is wet dry or icy tire tread the condition of the brakes the weight of the vehicle and the amount of brake force applied Avoid needless heavy braking Some people drive in spurts...

Page 397: ...your dealer for service Let us say the road is wet and you are driving safely Suddenly an animal jumps out in front of you You slam on the brakes and continue braking Here is what happens with ABS A c...

Page 398: ...dictates The Brake Assist feature will automatically disengage when the brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased StabiliTrak System The vehicle has a vehicle stability enha...

Page 399: ...while it is working this is normal The traction control disable button is located on the instrument panel below the climate controls The traction control part of StabiliTrak can be turned off by press...

Page 400: ...rk The engine speed management will be disabled In this mode engine power is not reduced automatically and the driven wheels can spin more freely This can cause the brake traction control to activate...

Page 401: ...of the vehicle The controller then sends signals to each shock absorber to independently adjust the damping level to provide the optimum vehicle ride RSS also interacts with the tow haul mode that whe...

Page 402: ...st the speed so you can drive through the curve Maintain a reasonable steady speed Wait to accelerate until out of the curve and then accelerate gently into the straightaway Steering in Emergencies Th...

Page 403: ...ons are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly Off Road Recovery The vehicle s right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the...

Page 404: ...he vehicle Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always possible The three types of skids cor...

Page 405: ...necessary for extended or severe off road use such as special underbody shielding and transfer case low gear range The airbag system is designed to work properly under a wide range of conditions incl...

Page 406: ...nd If you think you will need some more ground clearance at the front of your vehicle you can remove the front fascia lower air dam The air dam is held in place by two bolts and 10 snaps accessible fr...

Page 407: ...e important things to remember about how to load your vehicle The heaviest things should be on the floor forward of the rear axle Put heavier items as far forward as you can Be sure the load is proper...

Page 408: ...nch instructions In a remote area a winch can be handy if you get stuck but you will want to know how to use it properly Getting Familiar with Off Road Driving It is a good idea to practice in an area...

Page 409: ...rdous A rock log hole rut or bump can startle you if you are not prepared for them Often these obstacles are hidden by grass bushes snow or even the rise and fall of the terrain itself Some things to...

Page 410: ...r example there may be a smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top b...

Page 411: ...as you approach the top of the hill Attach a flag to the vehicle to be more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffi...

Page 412: ...ard very quickly and could go out of control Never try to turn around if about to stall when going up a hill If the hill is steep enough to stall the vehicle it is steep enough to cause it to roll ove...

Page 413: ...the hill A hill that is not too steep to drive down might be too steep to drive across The vehicle could roll over Never go downhill with the transmission in N Neutral called free wheeling The brakes...

Page 414: ...the vehicle from tilting and rolling over Driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels which could cause a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem Loose g...

Page 415: ...is more difficult and braking distances are longer It is best to use a low gear when in mud the deeper the mud the lower the gear In really deep mud keep the vehicle moving so it does not get stuck Wh...

Page 416: ...water If the tailpipe is under water you will never be able to start the engine When going through water remember that when the brakes get wet it might take longer to stop See Driving in Rain and on...

Page 417: ...ons and avoid driving through large puddles and deep standing or flowing water WARNING Wet brakes can cause crashes They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side You...

Page 418: ...ngs to check on your own include Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir full Windows clean inside and outside Wiper Blades In good shape Fuel Engine Oil Other Fluids All levels checked Lamps Do they all wo...

Page 419: ...sist the brakes on a steep downhill slope WARNING Coasting downhill in N Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous The brakes will have to do all the work of slowing down and they could get so hot...

Page 420: ...ry roads but slow down and adjust your driving to the road conditions When driving through deep snow turn off the traction control part of the StabiliTrak System to help maintain vehicle motion at low...

Page 421: ...inued For more information about carbon monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 3 41 Snow can trap exhaust gases under your vehicle This can cause deadly CO carbon monoxide gas to get inside CO could over...

Page 422: ...oing above 55 km h 35 mph as shown on the speedometer For information about using tire chains on the vehicle see Tire Chains on page 7 78 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Turn the steering wheel lef...

Page 423: ...ways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back Notice Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle could be damaged and it wo...

Page 424: ...Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If you do parts on the vehicle can break and it can change the way the vehicle handles These could c...

Page 425: ...ed weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the availabl...

Page 426: ...xample 1 1 000 lbs 453 kg B Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs 68 kg 2 300 lbs 136 kg C Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 700 lbs 317 kg Example 2 Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weight for...

Page 427: ...r vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The combined weight of the driver passengers and cargo should never exceed your vehicle s capacity weight Certification Tire Label A vehicle specific...

Page 428: ...have a heavy load you should spread it out WARNING Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating GVWR or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating GAWR If yo...

Page 429: ...n for off road driving in this manual See Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving under Off Road Driving on page 6 13 Add On Equipment When you carry removable items you may need to put a limit on h...

Page 430: ...orhome see Recreational Vehicle Towing following Recreational Vehicle Towing If the vehicle has a two mode hybrid engine see the Two mode Hybrid manual for more information Recreational vehicle towing...

Page 431: ...icle with all four wheels on the ground or even with only two of its wheels on the ground will damage drivetrain components Do not tow an all wheel drive vehicle with any of its wheels on the ground A...

Page 432: ...should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground Two wheel drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To dolly tow a two wheel drive vehicle the vehicle mu...

Page 433: ...or towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position 7 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Level Control Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension is ava...

Page 434: ...information Towing a Trailer If the vehicle has a two mode hybrid engine see the Two mode Hybrid manual for more information Do not tow a trailer during break in See New Vehicle Break In on page 3 26...

Page 435: ...e state or provincial police Consider using a sway control See Hitches later in this section Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 500 miles 800 km the new vehicle is driven The engine axle or...

Page 436: ...ust be subtracted from the trailer weight rating Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh based upon the vehicle model and options Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight...

Page 437: ...er weight the vehicle can tow See Loading the Vehicle on page 6 32 for more information about the vehicle s maximum load capacity Trailer tongue weight A should be 10 percent to 15 percent and fifth w...

Page 438: ...weight distribution spring bars Weight of the Trailering Combination It is important that the combination of the tow vehicle and trailer does not exceed any of its weight ratings GCWR GVWR RGAWR Trail...

Page 439: ...spring bars should be adjusted so the distance A is the same after coupling the trailer to the tow vehicle and adjusting the hitch Hitch Cover The vehicle may have a hitch cover To remove the hitch c...

Page 440: ...Safety Chains Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separat...

Page 441: ...er earlier in the section Tow Haul is most useful under the following driving conditions When pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load through rolling terrain When pulling a heavy trailer or a...

Page 442: ...monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death Continued WARNING Continued To maximize safety when towing a trailer Have the exhaust system inspected for leaks...

Page 443: ...longer so it is necessary to go much farther beyond the passed vehicle before returning to the lane Backing Up Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand Then to move the trailer to the left...

Page 444: ...tude on steep uphill grades the vehicle may show signs similar to engine overheating To avoid this let the engine run while parked preferably on level ground with the automatic transmission in P Park...

Page 445: ...rking brake firmly set Leaving After Parking on a Hill 1 Apply and hold the brake pedal 2 Start the engine 3 Shift into a gear 4 Release the parking brake 5 Let up on the brake pedal 6 Drive slowly un...

Page 446: ...Taillamps White Ground Light Green Back up Lamps Red Battery Feed Dark Blue Trailer Brake The fuses for these two circuits are installed in the underhood electrical center but the wires are not conne...

Page 447: ...alled by your dealer or a qualified service center Trailer Recommendations Subtract the hitch loads from the Cargo Weight Rating CWR CWR is the maximum weight of the load the vehicle can carry It does...

Page 448: ...Black plate 56 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2010 2 NOTES 6 56...

Page 449: ...ling a Portable Fuel Container 7 13 Checking Things Under the Hood 7 14 Hood Release 7 15 Engine Compartment Overview 7 16 Engine Oil 7 17 Engine Oil Life System 7 20 Engine Air Cleaner Filter 7 22 Au...

Page 450: ...Flat Tire 7 80 Removing the Spare Tire and Tools 7 81 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 7 86 Secondary Latch System 7 91 Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools 7 94 Spare Tire 7 98...

Page 451: ...lectrical System 7 109 Add On Electrical Equipment 7 109 Windshield Wiper Fuses 7 109 Power Windows and Other Power Options 7 110 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 7 110 Instrument Panel Fuse Block 7 110 Cen...

Page 452: ...ance and safety including such things as airbags braking stability ride and handling emissions systems aerodynamics durability and electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stabilit...

Page 453: ...0 California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm E...

Page 454: ...f You could be hurt If doing some of your own service work use the proper service manual It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can To order the proper service manual...

Page 455: ...line Look for the TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to ensure gasoline meets enhanced detergency standards developed by auto companies A list of marketers providing TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline can be fo...

Page 456: ...ou could damage the engine If heavy knocking is heard when using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher the engine needs service Gasoline Specifications At a minimum gasoline should meet ASTM specifica...

Page 457: ...d gasolines might be available in your area We recommend that you use these gasolines if they comply with the specifications described earlier However E85 85 ethanol and other fuels containing more th...

Page 458: ...nd heater efficiency below 0 C 32 F the fuel mix in the fuel tank should contain no more than 70 ethanol It is best not to alternate repeatedly between gasoline and E85 If you do switch fuels it is re...

Page 459: ...ar fuel or when refueling the vehicle Do not use cellular phones Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling the vehicle This is agains...

Page 460: ...hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank and wait a few seconds after...

Page 461: ...and may damage the fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 4 36 Filling a Portable Fuel Container WARNING Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle...

Page 462: ...engine is not running Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan WARNING Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire These include liquids like fuel oil coola...

Page 463: ...go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release near the center of the grille 3 Push the secondary hood release to the right 4 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all t...

Page 464: ...scalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2010 Engine Compartment Overview If the vehicle is a Two mode Hybrid see the Two mode Hybrid manual for more information When you open the hood on the 6 2L engine thi...

Page 465: ...oir Out of View See Power Steering Fluid on page 7 38 K Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brakes on page 7 40 L Underhood Fuse Block on page 7 113 M Windshield Washer Fluid Reservo...

Page 466: ...oil crankcase capacity see Capacities and Specifications on page 7 117 Notice Do not add too much oil If the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the...

Page 467: ...an oil container show its viscosity or thickness Do not use other viscosity oils such as SAE 20W 50 American Petroleum Institute API starburst symbol Oils meeting these requirements should have the s...

Page 468: ...system must be reset every time the oil is changed When the system has calculated that oil life has been diminished it indicates that an oil change is necessary A CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes...

Page 469: ...life will change to 100 If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when the vehicle is started the Engine Oil Life System has not reset Repeat the procedure What to Do with Used Oil Used eng...

Page 470: ...he filter at each engine oil change How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner Filter To inspect the air cleaner filter remove the engine air cleaner filter from the vehicle by following Steps 1 through 6...

Page 471: ...ilter sealing surfaces and the housing 5 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 6 Reinstall the cover and tighten the screws WARNING Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can...

Page 472: ...and Lubricants on page 8 10 Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed in the Maintenance Schedule See Scheduled Maintenance on page 8 3 Be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recom...

Page 473: ...to determine if the transmission has enough fluid to be operated safely until a hot check procedure can be made The hot check procedure is the most accurate method to check the fluid level Perform the...

Page 474: ...to check the transmission fluid level when the transmission fluid temperature is between 160 F and 200 F 71 C and 93 C The hot check is the most accurate method to check the fluid level The hot check...

Page 475: ...less than one pint 0 5L Do not overfill 6 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipstick back in all the way then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place Consistency of Re...

Page 476: ...olant Surge Tank B Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C Engine Cooling Fan s WARNING An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Ke...

Page 477: ...ter core or radiator corrosion In addition the engine coolant could require changing sooner at 50 000 km 30 000 miles or 24 months whichever occurs first Any repairs would not be covered by the vehicl...

Page 478: ...ng this mixture nothing else needs to be added This mixture Gives freezing protection down to 34 F 37 C outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C engine temperature Protects again...

Page 479: ...lant is visible but the coolant level is not at or above the FULL COLD mark add a 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank but be sure the cooling system i...

Page 480: ...nd be severely damaged WARNING An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury Keep hands clothing and tools away from any underhood...

Page 481: ...e cooling system including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn If you hear a hiss wait for th...

Page 482: ...old If necessary repeat coolant fill procedure Steps 1 through 6 Notice If the pressure cap is not tightly installed coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur Be sure the cap is properly and t...

Page 483: ...y repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 7 37 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency If Steam Is Coming From T...

Page 484: ...ith no sign of steam 1 Turn the air conditioning off 2 Turn the heater on to the highest temperature and to the highest fan speed Open the windows as necessary 3 In heavy traffic let the engine idle i...

Page 485: ...ngine protection operating mode to avoid engine damage allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair The engine oil will be severely degraded Repair the cause of coolant loss change the oil an...

Page 486: ...nd let the engine compartment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove...

Page 487: ...luid to the windshield washer fluid reservoir Open the cap with the washer symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview on page 7 16 for reservoir location Noti...

Page 488: ...s will not work well Do not top off the brake fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak If fluid is added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed A...

Page 489: ...d the area around the cap before removing it This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir WARNING With the wrong kind of fluid in the brake hydraulic system the brakes might not work well This cou...

Page 490: ...pads could result in costly brake repair Some driving conditions or climates can cause a brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied This does not mean something is wrong with t...

Page 491: ...properly For example if someone puts in brake linings that are wrong for the vehicle the balance between the front and rear brakes can change for the worse The braking performance expected can change...

Page 492: ...k negative cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger Jump Starting If the vehicle is a Two mode Hybrid see the Two mode Hybrid manual for more information If the vehicle s battery or bat...

Page 493: ...omatic transmission in P Park or a manual transmission in Neutral before setting the parking brake If you have a four wheel drive vehicle be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in Neutral No...

Page 494: ...hood electric fan WARNING Using an open flame near a battery can cause battery gas to explode People have been hurt doing this and some have been blinded Use a flashlight if you need more light Be sur...

Page 495: ...rt that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 6 Connect the red positive c...

Page 496: ...cal shorting may occur and damage the vehicle The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always connect and remove the jumper cables in the correct order making sure that the cables do n...

Page 497: ...bricant checks described in this section There are two additional systems that need lubrication When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant...

Page 498: ...een driven before checking the fluid level it may appear lower than normal because fluid has traveled out along the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area Therefore a reading taken five...

Page 499: ...oss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface A Fill Plug B Drain Plug When the differential is...

Page 500: ...or other flat surface Have all four tires on a level surface which is level all the way to the wall or other flat surface Be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other flat surface Not have an...

Page 501: ...hich may cause damage to the headlamp 6 Turn on the low beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being adjusted This allows only the beam of light from...

Page 502: ...lacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 7 56 For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting WARNING The low beam high intensi...

Page 503: ...e the two screws from the taillamp assembly 3 Pull the taillamp assembly rearward until you disengage the inner pins on the taillamp assembly from the vehicle 4 Press the release tab if the bulb socke...

Page 504: ...need to see your dealer for service License Plate Lamp 1 Remove the two screws holding each of the license plate lamps to the molding that is part of the liftgate 2 Twist and pull the license plate l...

Page 505: ...s and are removed in different ways To replace the wiper blade assembly 1 Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the windshield 2 Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of the blade and tur...

Page 506: ...away from the vehicle 3 Turn the wiper blade assembly and pull it off of the wiper arm Hold the wiper arm in position and push the blade away from the wiper arm 4 Replace the wiper blade 5 Return the...

Page 507: ...cold See Inflation Tire Pressure on page 7 65 Continued WARNING Continued Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when you hit a pothole Keep tires...

Page 508: ...pecifications meet or exceed all federal safety guidelines C DOT Department of Transportation The Department of Transportation DOT code indicates that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department...

Page 509: ...cates the tire section width in millimeters from sidewall to sidewall C Aspect Ratio A two digit number that indicates the tire height to width measurements For example if the tire size aspect ratio i...

Page 510: ...at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in a tire measured in pounds per square inch psi or kilopascals kPa before a tire...

Page 511: ...a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 lbs 68 kg See Loading the Vehicle on page 6 32 Occupant Distribution Designated seating positions Outward Facing Sidewall The side of an asymmetrical t...

Page 512: ...rovides consumers with ratings for a tire s traction temperature and treadwear Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall...

Page 513: ...m road hazards A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to your vehicle This label shows your vehicle s original equipment tires and the correct inflation pressures for your t...

Page 514: ...s back on the valve stems They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture High Speed Operation WARNING Driving at high speeds 160 km h 100 mph or higher puts an additional strain on tires Sus...

Page 515: ...Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance a...

Page 516: ...mation Center DIC display The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure Using the DIC ti...

Page 517: ...you re install the road tire containing the TPMS sensor The TPMS sensor matching process was started but not completed or not completed successfully after rotating the vehicle s tires The DIC message...

Page 518: ...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 gauge or a key You have two...

Page 519: ...s been matched to 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 L...

Page 520: ...e Pressure Monitor System See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 7 68 Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 7 11...

Page 521: ...cause of the size or location of the damage The rubber in tires degrades over time even if they are not being used This is also true for the spare tire if your vehicle has one Multiple conditions affe...

Page 522: ...Replacing less than a full set of tires can affect the braking and handling performance of your vehicle See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 7 71 for information on proper tire rotation WARNING Mi...

Page 523: ...the Tire and Loading Information Label See Loading the Vehicle on page 6 32 for more information about the Tire and Loading Information Label and its location on your vehicle Different Size Tires and...

Page 524: ...s passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards All...

Page 525: ...is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tir...

Page 526: ...with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlamp aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis See Changing a Flat Ti...

Page 527: ...and grip the steering wheel firmly Steer to maintain lane position and then gently brake to a stop well out of the traffic lane A rear blowout particularly on a curve acts much like a skid and may re...

Page 528: ...could be badly injured or even killed Find a level place to change your tire To help prevent the vehicle from moving 1 Set the parking brake firmly 2 Put the shift lever in P Park Continued WARNING Co...

Page 529: ...ck and change a tire Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is stored under the storage tray which is located on the driver s side trim panel over the rear wheelhouse Regular Wh...

Page 530: ...clockwise 3 Turn the knob A on the jack counterclockwise to release the jack and wheel blocks from the bracket 4 Remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer by turning the wing nut C counterc...

Page 531: ...Access Hole J Hoist End of Extension Tool K Spare Tire Lock 1 To reach the hoist shaft access cover C you will first need to remove the hitch cover Remove it by turning the two fasteners located at th...

Page 532: ...uare end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 6 Turn the wheel wrench E counterclockwise to lower the spare tire H to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can...

Page 533: ...e to access the tire wheel retainer G Separate the retainer from the guide pin by sliding the retainer up the pin while pressing down on the latch Once the retainer is separated from the pin tilt the...

Page 534: ...ire on page 7 80 for more information 2 To remove the center cap place the chiseled end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry the cap out 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the...

Page 535: ...ge be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 4 Position the jack under the vehicle as shown Front Position Front Tire Flat If the flat tire is on a front ti...

Page 536: ...jack handle extensions C Attach the wheel wrench D to the jack handle extensions C Attach the jack handle B to the jack A Use the jacking pad E provided on the rear axle Turn the wheel wrench D clockw...

Page 537: ...is but be sure to use a scraper or wire brush later if needed to get all the rust or dirt off See Changing a Flat Tire on page 7 80 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and...

Page 538: ...s and Specifications on page 7 117 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake r...

Page 539: ...efore beginning this procedure read all the instructions Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt Read and follow the instructions...

Page 540: ...wer turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches 15 cm of cable is exposed 6 Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends with the backs facing each other 7 Place the bottom edge of...

Page 541: ...ehind you or on either side of you as you pull the jack out from under the spare 13 Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack Use one hand to push against the spare while...

Page 542: ...flat tire under your vehicle for an extended period of time or with the valve stem pointing up can damage the wheel Always stow the wheel with the valve stem pointing down and have the wheel tire repa...

Page 543: ...e with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 Tilt the tire toward the vehicle Separate the tire wheel retainer G from the guide pin Pull the pin through the center of the wheel Tilt the retain...

Page 544: ...wheel and centered in the wheel opening 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice You cannot ove...

Page 545: ...le extensions to the tool bag B 2 Assemble wheel blocks A and jack E together with the wing nut F 3 Position the jack E and wheel blocks A in the driver s side trim panel over the wheelhouse 4 Turn th...

Page 546: ...store a spare tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire on page 7 86 and Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools on page 7 94 After installing the spare tire on your vehicle you sh...

Page 547: ...leaner only on glass Remove any accidental over spray from other surfaces immediately To prevent over spray apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth Notice Using abrasive cleaners when cleaning gl...

Page 548: ...el Allow the soil to absorb into the paper towel until no more can be removed For solid dry soils remove as much as possible and then vacuum To clean 1 Saturate a lint free clean white cloth with wate...

Page 549: ...er The leather surface on the seat was not designed to be aggressively cleaned using any commercial product Use a well wrung cloth dampened with water to remove dust Do not use a wet cloth or saturate...

Page 550: ...interior and are not recommended Do not use silicone or wax based products or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle s interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing the...

Page 551: ...hat can damage the emblems or nameplates on the vehicle Check the cleaning product label If it states that it should not be used on plastic parts do not use it on the vehicle or damage may occur and i...

Page 552: ...clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat Always use waxes and polishes that are non abrasive and made for a basecoat clearcoat paint finish Notice Machine compounding or aggressive...

Page 553: ...aluminum A coating of wax rubbed to high polish is recommended for all bright metal parts Windshield Backglass and Wiper Blades Clean the outside of the windshield and backglass with glass cleaner Cl...

Page 554: ...d not be covered by the vehicle warranty Use only approved cleaners on aluminum or chrome plated wheels The surface of these wheels is similar to the painted surface of the vehicle Do not use strong s...

Page 555: ...one chips fractures or deep scratches in the finish should be repaired right away Bare metal will corrode quickly and may develop into major repair expense Minor chips and scratches can be repaired wi...

Page 556: ...surface Although no defect in the paint job causes this we will repair at no charge to the owner the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this fallout condition within 12 months or 12 000 miles 20 000...

Page 557: ...Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unless you check with your dealer first Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle and the damage would not be covered by the vehicle s warranty Som...

Page 558: ...reakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems Look at the silver colored band inside the fuse If the band is broken or melted replace the fus...

Page 559: ...Fuses Usage 7 Instrument Panel Back Lighting 8 Passenger Side Turn Signal Stoplamp 9 Passenger Door Module Driver Unlock 10 Power Door Lock 2 Unlock Feature 11 Power Door Lock 2 Lock Feature 12 Stopla...

Page 560: ...Usage LT DR Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Harness Connector Usage LT DR Driver Door Harness Connection BODY Harness Connector BODY Harness Connector Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The...

Page 561: ...eat Circuit Breaker CB3 Driver Seat Circuit Breaker CB4 Rear Sliding Window Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle Lift th...

Page 562: ...ler Brake Controller 7 Front Washer 8 Oxygen Sensors 9 Antilock Brakes System 2 10 Trailer Back up Lamps 11 Driver Side Low Beam Headlamp 12 Engine Control Module Battery 13 Fuel Injectors Ignition Co...

Page 563: ...ttery 38 Electric Adjustable Pedals 39 Climate Controls Battery 40 Airbag System Ignition 41 Amplifier 42 Audio System Fuses Usage 43 Miscellaneous Ignition Cruise Control 44 Liftgate Release 45 Airba...

Page 564: ...Transfer Case 68 Stud 1 Trailer Connector Battery Power 69 Mid Bussed Electrical Center 1 70 Climate Control Blower 71 Power Liftgate Module 72 Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Relays Usage FAN HI Coo...

Page 565: ...and Lubricants on page 8 10 for more information Application Capacities English Metric Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant cauti...

Page 566: ...Transfer Case Fluid 1 5 qt 1 4 L Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft 190 Y All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid after...

Page 567: ...0 Section 8 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule 8 2 Introduction 8 2 Scheduled Maintenance 8 3 Owner Checks and Services 8 8 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 8 10 Maintenance Replacement Parts...

Page 568: ...y The vehicle might need more frequent checks and services Please read the information under Scheduled Maintenance To keep the vehicle in good condition see your dealer The maintenance schedule is for...

Page 569: ...on and Rotation on page 7 71 Scheduled Maintenance When the Change Engine Oil Soon Message Displays Change engine oil and filter See Engine Oil on page 7 17 An Emission Control Service When the Change...

Page 570: ...ree Steering and suspension inspection Visual inspection for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear Engine cooling system inspection Visual inspection of hoses pipes fittings and clamps and r...

Page 571: ...Park mechanism check See Owner Checks and Services on page 8 8 Automatic transmission shiftlock control system check See Owner Checks and Services on page 8 8 Ignition transmission lock check See Own...

Page 572: ...eck to be sure vent hose is unobstructed clear and free of debris During any maintenance if a power washer is used to clean mud and dirt from the underbody care should be taken to not directly spray t...

Page 573: ...irectly spray the transfer case output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and shoul...

Page 574: ...or N Neutral If the vehicle starts in any other position contact your dealer for service Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check WARNING When you are doing this inspection the vehicle...

Page 575: ...be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on...

Page 576: ...nthetic API oils with the starburst symbol will meet this GM standard Look for and use only oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M For the proper viscosity see Engine Oil on page 7 17 Usage Fluid Lubrican...

Page 577: ...nt Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and Linkage Folding Seats and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No U S 12346241 in C...

Page 578: ...ed below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15908916 A3086C Oil Filte...

Page 579: ...Black plate 13 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2010 Engine Drive Belt Routing If your vehicle is a Two mode Hybrid see the Two mode Hybrid manual for more information 8 13...

Page 580: ...After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Maintenan...

Page 581: ...Black plate 15 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2010 Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 8 15...

Page 582: ...Black plate 16 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2010 Maintenance Record cont d Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 8 16...

Page 583: ...e Service 9 8 Scheduling Service Appointments 9 11 Courtesy Transportation Program 9 11 Collision Damage Repair 9 13 Reporting Safety Defects 9 17 Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Governm...

Page 584: ...ontact the owner of the dealership or the general manager STEP TWO If after contacting a member of dealership management it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further he...

Page 585: ...resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action use of the program is free of charge and your case will generally be heard within 40 days If you do not agree with th...

Page 586: ...re the arbiter The program is designed so that the entire dispute settlement process from the time you file your complaint to the final decision should be completed in approximately 70 days We believe...

Page 587: ...dillac com helpcenter FAQ Contact Us My GM Canada Canada www gm ca My GM Canada is a password protected section of www gm ca where you can save information on GM vehicles get personalized offers and u...

Page 588: ...hes to write or e mail Cadillac the letter should be addressed to United States Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P O Box 33169 Detroit MI 48232 5169 www Cadillac com 1 8...

Page 589: ...Mobility Reimbursement Program This program is available to qualified applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for your vehicle such as hand controls or a...

Page 590: ...VIN and delivery date of the vehicle Description of the problem Coverage Services are provided up to 5 years 160 000 km 100 000 miles whichever comes first In the U S anyone driving the vehicle is co...

Page 591: ...stuck in the sand mud or snow Flat Tire Change Service to change a flat tire with spare tire The spare tire if equipped must be in good condition and properly inflated It is your responsibility for t...

Page 592: ...hanging of snow tires chains or other traction devices Towing or services for vehicles driven on a non public road or highway Services Specific to Canadian Purchased Vehicles Fuel delivery Reimburseme...

Page 593: ...you to bring the vehicle for service you are urged to do so as early in the work day as possible to allow for the same day repair Courtesy Transportation Program To enhance your ownership experience w...

Page 594: ...ne way or round trip shuttle service within reasonable time and distance parameters of the dealer s area Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires overnight warranty repairs...

Page 595: ...the repair It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information All program options such as shuttle service may not be available at every dealer Please...

Page 596: ...d appearance and safety performance however the history of these parts is not known Such parts are not covered by your GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty and any related failures are not covered by that...

Page 597: ...ng company may require you to have insurance that ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer OEM parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts Read your lease carefully as you m...

Page 598: ...iginal GM parts Remember recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty Insurance pays the bill for the repair but you must live with the repair Depending on your policy limits your in...

Page 599: ...ampaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1...

Page 600: ...ing Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on the engines transmission axle suspension brakes electrical steering body etc Service Bulletins Service Bull...

Page 601: ...ll listed prices are quoted in U S funds Canadian residents are to make checks payable in U S funds Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Your GM vehicle has a number of sophisticated computers that reco...

Page 602: ...crash situation occurs no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location is recorded However other parties such as law enforce...

Page 603: ...d in some vehicles for functions such as tire pressure monitoring and ignition system security as well as in connection with conveniences such as key fobs for remote door locking unlocking and startin...

Page 604: ...Black plate 22 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2010 2 NOTES 9 22...

Page 605: ...See After an Airbag Inflates 2 82 When Should an Airbag Inflate 2 80 Where Are the Airbags 2 77 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator 4 31 Readiness Light 4 30 System Check 2 74 All Wheel Drive 7 49 All...

Page 606: ...a System 4 109 Automatic Headlamp System 4 15 Automatic Transmission Fluid 7 24 Operation 3 32 Autoride 6 42 Axle Rear 7 50 B Back Up Lamps Ambulance Body Bulb Replacement 7 55 Battery 7 43 Electric P...

Page 607: ...ht 4 36 Checking Things Under the Hood 7 14 Chemical Paint Spotting 7 108 Child Restraints Infants and Young Children 2 52 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 2 59 Older Children 2 49 Securing a Ch...

Page 608: ...ts 2 5 Cooling System 7 27 Courtesy Transportation Program 9 11 Cruise Control 4 8 Light 4 40 Cupholders 3 62 Customer Assistance 9 6 Offices 9 6 Text Telephone TTY Users 9 6 Customer Information Serv...

Page 609: ...28 Driving for Better Fuel Economy 1 25 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 4 20 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System 4 78 4 87 E E85 Fuel 7 9 EDR 9 19 Electrical Equipment Add On 7 109 Electrical Sy...

Page 610: ...Features Memory 2 6 Filter Engine Air Cleaner 7 22 Finish Damage 7 107 Flash to Pass 4 6 Flashers Hazard Warning 4 3 Flat Tire 7 79 Flat Tire Changing 7 80 Flat Tire Storing 7 94 Fluid Automatic Trans...

Page 611: ...4 29 Getting Started Navigation 5 4 Global Positioning System GPS 5 57 Glove Box 3 62 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program 9 7 H Hazard Warning Flashers 4 3 Head Restraints 2 2 Headlamps Aiming 7 52 Bulb...

Page 612: ...ck Up 7 55 Daytime Running DRL 4 15 Dome 4 17 Dome Lamp Override 4 17 Lamps cont License Plate 7 56 Malfunction Indicator 4 36 Reading 4 17 Lap Belt 2 47 Lap Shoulder Belt 2 39 LATCH System for Child...

Page 613: ...r Locks 3 11 Rear Door Security Locks 3 11 Loss of Control 6 12 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children 2 59 Lumbar Power Controls 2 5 M Magnetic Ride Control 6 9 Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Recor...

Page 614: ...ight 4 39 Older Children Restraints 2 49 Online Owner Center 9 5 OnStar Privacy 9 21 OnStar System 1 26 Operation Universal Home Remote System 3 55 Ordering Map DVDs 5 59 Outlet Adjustment 4 25 Outlet...

Page 615: ...Using Safety Belts 2 47 Privacy 9 19 Navigation System 9 21 OnStar 9 21 Radio Frequency Identification RFID 9 21 Problems with Route Guidance 5 58 Program Courtesy Transportation 9 11 Programmable Au...

Page 616: ...ent 9 17 General Motors 9 18 U S Government 9 17 Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems 2 91 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash 2 92 Retained Accessory Power RAP 3 28 Ride C...

Page 617: ...ine Soon Light 4 36 Parts Identification Label 7 109 Publications Ordering Information 9 18 Scheduling Appointments 9 11 Servicing Your Airbag Equipped Vehicle 2 89 Sheet Metal Damage 7 107 Shifting O...

Page 618: ...3 24 Third Row Seat 2 21 Throttle Adjustable 3 30 Tilt Wheel 4 3 Tires 7 58 Aluminum or Chrome Plated Wheels Cleaning 7 106 Buying New Tires 7 73 Chains 7 78 Changing a Flat Tire 7 80 Cleaning 7 107 D...

Page 619: ...sion Fluid Automatic 7 24 Transmission Operation Automatic 3 32 Transportation Program Courtesy 9 11 Trip Odometer 4 29 Turn and Lane Change Signals 4 5 Turn Signal Multifunction Lever 4 4 U Ultrasoni...

Page 620: ...eels Alignment and Tire Balance 7 77 Different Size 7 75 Replacement 7 77 When It Is Time for New Tires 7 73 Where to Put the Child Restraint 2 57 Windows 3 18 Power 3 19 Windshield Backglass and Wipe...

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