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Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC 2nd Edition - 10/

9/12

Service and Maintenance

11-5

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Lubricate body components. See

Exterior Care on page 10

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90

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Check starter switch. See

Starter

Switch Check on page 10

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27

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Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See

Automatic Transmission Shift
Lock Control Function Check on
page 10

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28

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Check ignition transmission lock.
See

Ignition Transmission Lock

Check on page 10

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28

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Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See

Park Brake and

P (Park) Mechanism Check on
page 10

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28

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Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.

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Visually inspect gas strut for
signs of wear, cracks, or other
damage. Check the hold open
ability of the strut. See your
dealer if service is required.

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Check tire sealant expiration
date, if equipped. See

Tire

Sealant and Compressor Kit on
page 10

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62

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Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See

Sunroof on

page 2

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20

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Check hybrid low pressure
coolant level, if equipped.

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Verify spare tire key lock
operation and lubricate as
needed. See

Tire Changing on

page 10

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70

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Summary of Contents for Escalade 2013

Page 1: ...cators 5 10 Information Displays 5 23 Vehicle Messages 5 28 Vehicle Personalization 5 37 Universal Remote System 5 46 Lighting 6 1 Exterior Lighting 6 1 Interior Lighting 6 8 Lighting Features 6 9 Inf...

Page 2: ...11 3 Maintenance Schedule 11 3 Special Application Services 11 9 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 9 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 13 Maintenance Records 11 16 Technical Data 12 1 Vehicl...

Page 3: ...eatures found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited for Cadillac Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual If the vehicle is a...

Page 4: ...people Notice This means 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 whi...

Page 5: ...ditioning Antilock Brake System ABS 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 Gau...

Page 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2013 CRC 2nd Edition 10 9 12 vi Introduction 2 NOTES...

Page 7: ...Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment 1 12 Interior Lighting 1 13 Exterior Lighting 1 13 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 14 Climate Controls 1 15 Transmission 1 16 Vehicle Features Radio s 1 16 Satellite Rad...

Page 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2013 CRC 2nd Edition 10 9 12 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel English Version Shown Metric Similar...

Page 9: ...StabiliTrak System on page 9 37 Rear Park Aid Disable Button See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9 44 K Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2 L Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 M Dome Lamp Overri...

Page 10: ...is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m 195 ft away from the vehicle Press K to unlock the driver door Press K again within three seconds to unlock all remaining doors Press Q t...

Page 11: ...ion Remote start can be extended only once Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start do one of the following Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and hold until the parking lamps t...

Page 12: ...er and close the liftgate Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched Power Liftgate Operation On vehicles with a power liftgate the switch is on...

Page 13: ...ll the switch up to raise it See Windows on page 2 17 and Power Windows on page 2 18 Seat Adjustment To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Rai...

Page 14: ...tside mirrors power steering column and the adjustable throttle and brake pedals See Memory Seats on page 3 5 and Vehicle Personalization on page 5 37 Second Row Seats On vehicles with a 60 40 split b...

Page 15: ...etting three for high two for medium and one for low See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3 7 Heated Rear Seats The buttons are on the Rear Sear Audio RSA panel on the rear of the center cons...

Page 16: ...nger Sensing System The passenger sensing system if equipped turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system...

Page 17: ...river outside mirror automatically adjusts for the glare of the headlamps from behind This feature comes on when the vehicle is started See Automatic Dimming Mirror on page 2 17 Heated Mirrors The hea...

Page 18: ...ring Wheel Adjustment Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down To set the memory position see Vehicle Personalization on page 5 37 Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment The vehi...

Page 19: ...mps control k Press the button in and the dome lamps remain 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...

Page 20: ...g lamps along with the instrument panel lights license plate lamps and taillamps 5 Turns on the headlamps parking lamps instrument panel lights license plate lamps and taillamps See Exterior Lamp Cont...

Page 21: ...to spray washer fluid on the rear window See Windshield Wiper Washer on page 5 4 and Rear Window Wiper Washer on page 5 5 Climate Controls The heating cooling and ventilation in the vehicle can be co...

Page 22: ...ars are available 3 Press the plus minus buttons located on the steering column shift lever to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions See Manual Mode on page 9 32 While using...

Page 23: ...m and controls The Bluetooth enabled cell phone must be paired with the Bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle Not all phones will support all functions For more information see www gm...

Page 24: ...l without erasing the set speed from memory See Cruise Control on page 9 41 Navigation System The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads throughout the United States...

Page 25: ...Lock and Unlock Feedback Lighting Chime Volume Memory Features Digital Speedometer Display See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 37 Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA If available this feature will alert you...

Page 26: ...cell phone or MP3 player The vehicle has three accessory power outlets Inside the floor console storage bin On the rear of the floor console In the rear cargo area on the passenger side The accessory...

Page 27: ...ess and hold the front of switch A to close it Express Open Express Close To express open the sunroof fully press and release the rear of switch A until the sunroof reaches the desired position To exp...

Page 28: ...e warning light alerts to a significant loss in pressure of one of the vehicle s tires If the warning light comes on stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on...

Page 29: ...ther unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85 ethanol E85 See Fuel E85 85 Ethanol on page 9 53 For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on pa...

Page 30: ...7 or Roadside Service U S and Canada on page 13 10 Roadside Service and OnStar U S and Canada If the vehicle has an active OnStar subscription contact OnStar and the vehicle s current GPS location wi...

Page 31: ...r 2 14 Immobilizer Operation 2 14 Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors 2 15 Power Mirrors 2 16 Heated Mirrors 2 16 Automatic Dimming Mirror 2 17 Park Tilt Mirrors 2 17 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Re...

Page 32: ...ge 14 1 Remote Keyless Entry RKE System See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 21 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards R...

Page 33: ...may come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on If enabled through the DIC the turn signal lamps flash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred See Vehicle Personalization o...

Page 34: ...en a replacement can be purchased and programmed through your dealer When the replacement transmitter is programmed to this vehicle all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed Any lost or sto...

Page 35: ...hicle in view when doing so Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of vehicles Do not use the remote start feature if the vehicle is low on fuel The vehicle may run out of fue...

Page 36: ...tension the vehicle must 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 t...

Page 37: ...or pull up on the manual lock knob Power Door Locks Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation on page 2 2 Premium Trim Shown Up Level Simi...

Page 38: ...The vehicle has rear door security locks to prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from the inside Open the rear doors to access the security locks on the inside edge of each door To set the...

Page 39: ...lass or liftgate cannot be opened if the rear wiper is in motion Attempting to open the liftglass or liftgate while the rear wiper is in motion will cause the release of the liftglass or liftgate to d...

Page 40: ...iftgate may reverse to the open position Cargo could fall out of the vehicle Always make sure the power liftgate is closed and latched before driving away If the liftgate is opened using power operati...

Page 41: ...ransmitter or l on the liftgate is pressed while power operation is disabled the lamps will flash three times but the liftgate will not move It is not recommended to drive with the liftgate open howev...

Page 42: ...r has been opened Once the door is closed the assist steps automatically move back under the vehicle after a brief delay The vehicle must not be moving for the assist steps to extend or retract The as...

Page 43: ...ll flash and the horn will sound for about 30 seconds then will turn off to save the battery power The theft deterrent system will not activate if the doors are locked with the vehicle s key or the ma...

Page 44: ...armed when the key is turned to ON RUN ACC ACCESSORY or START from the LOCK OFF position You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system The security light will come on if there is a problem with...

Page 45: ...y to LOCK OFF and remove the key 4 Insert the new key to be programmed and turn it to the ON RUN position within five seconds of turning the ignition to the LOCK OFF position in Step 3 The security li...

Page 46: ...obstructed while folding They are accidentally manually folded unfolded The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position The mirrors vibrate at normal driving speeds Fold and unfold the mirrors one...

Page 47: ...can be programmed See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 37 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Adjustment Hold the rearview mirror in the center and move it to view the area behind the...

Page 48: ...eriously injured or killed if caught in the path of a closing window Never leave keys in a vehicle with children When there are children in the rear seat use the window lockout button to prevent opera...

Page 49: ...jured and the window could be damaged Before you use express override make sure that all people and obstructions are clear of the window path In an emergency the anti pinch feature can be overridden i...

Page 50: ...the rear window locks An indicator light will illuminate when the feature is on Press v again to deactivate the rear window locks Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down to block glare Detach the sun visor...

Page 51: ...s the switch again to stop it When the sunroof is opened an air deflector will automatically raise The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed The sunroof also has a sunshade which can b...

Page 52: ...Black plate 22 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2013 CRC 2nd Edition 10 9 12 2 22 Keys Doors and Windows 2 NOTES...

Page 53: ...arts after a Crash 3 26 Airbag System Airbag System 3 26 Where Are the Airbags 3 28 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 30 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 32 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 32 What Will You...

Page 54: ...il the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This pos...

Page 55: ...s in the outboard seating positions The height of the headrest can be adjusted Pull the headrest up to raise it To lower the headrest push down on the headrest Rear seat head restraints and headrests...

Page 56: ...rearward to recline Tilt the top of the control forward to raise WARNING Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even when buckled up the safety belts cannot do...

Page 57: ...e driver seat including the seatback recliner and lumbar both outside mirrors power steering column and the throttle and brake pedals See Power Mirrors on page 2 16 Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5...

Page 58: ...obstruction then press and hold the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory butt...

Page 59: ...ater to overheat An overheated seat heater may cause a burn or may damage the seat The buttons are on the climate control panel Cooled Seat Press to cool the seat Heated Seatback Press to heat the sea...

Page 60: ...pears when this feature is on Press the button once for the highest setting With each press of the button the heated seat changes to the next lower setting and then the off setting Indicator bars next...

Page 61: ...ut applying pressure to the seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position WARNING If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause inju...

Page 62: ...n the outboard side of the seat to release the seatback The seatback will fold forward to create a flat load floor If the seatback cannot fold flat try moving the front seat forward and or put the fro...

Page 63: ...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 rear seat 60 40 Split Ben...

Page 64: ...lways unbuckle the safety belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat Driver Side Rear Panel Button Shown 2 Press the automatic seat release button on the panel be...

Page 65: ...ion before folding a rear seat 3 Lift the release lever 1 on the bottom rear of the seatback on the outboard side of the seat and the seatback folds forward Returning the Seatback to the Upright Posit...

Page 66: ...is nothing that could become trapped under the seat 3 Release the seat from the tumbled position by lifting lever 2 next to the carrying handle at the bottom rear of the seat 4 Pull the seat down unt...

Page 67: ...front latches should lock into place If the latches do not lock try tilting the rear of the seat upward slightly 3 Lower the rear of the seat and push down on the seat to engage the rear floor latches...

Page 68: ...extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision passengers riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow passengers to...

Page 69: ...ts How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size There are special things to know about safety belts and children And there are different rules for smaller children a...

Page 70: ...t to become loose or twisted Never wear the shoulder belt under both arms or behind your back Never route the lap or shoulder belt over an armrest Lap Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicl...

Page 71: ...happens let the belt go back slightly to unlock it Then pull the belt across you more slowly If the shoulder portion of a passenger belt with a free falling latch plate is pulled out all the way the...

Page 72: ...uickly unbuckled if necessary 4 If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster move it to the height that is right for you See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster in this section for instructions on use a...

Page 73: ...shoulder belt guide After the adjuster is set to the desired position try to move it down without squeezing the buttons to make sure it has locked into position Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle...

Page 74: ...t comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed and properly adjusted the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head There is one guid...

Page 75: ...seriously injured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder 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...

Page 76: ...o protect the fetus is to protect 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...

Page 77: ...use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender has been designed for adults Never use it for securing child seats To wear it attach it to the regular safety belt For more information see the...

Page 78: ...ve been stressed or damaged See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt system was not being used at the tim...

Page 79: ...about the airbag system WARNING You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt even if you have airbags Airbags are designed to work with safety belts but do...

Page 80: ...n and infants Neither the vehicle safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them Young children and infants need the protection that a child restraint system can provide Always secure c...

Page 81: ...panel on the passenger side Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The seat mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right front passenger are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door...

Page 82: ...ck the inflation path of a seat mounted side impact airbag Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you...

Page 83: ...tal impact and a more severe frontal impact For moderate frontal impacts dual stage airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs Vehicles...

Page 84: ...es with roof rail airbags there are airbag modules in the ceiling of the vehicle near the side windows that have occupant seating positions How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or...

Page 85: ...t in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so...

Page 86: ...3 19 Let only qualified technicians work on the airbag systems Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System If the vehicl...

Page 87: ...belts A label on the sun visor says Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys WARNING A child in a rear facin...

Page 88: ...s the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown chil...

Page 89: ...nt If a person of adult size is sitting in the right front passenger seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat If this happens use the follo...

Page 90: ...be lit if an object such as a briefcase handbag grocery bag laptop or other electronic device is put on an unoccupied seat If this is not desired remove the object from the seat WARNING Stowing of ar...

Page 91: ...ors that are part of the passenger seat The passenger sensing system may not operate properly if the original seat trim is replaced with non GM covers upholstery or trim or with GM covers upholstery o...

Page 92: ...heck The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance or replacement Make sure the airbag readiness light is working See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5 14 Notice If an airbag covering...

Page 93: ...ts The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster Use a booster seat with a lap shoulder belt until the child passes the fit tes...

Page 94: ...18 According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position In a crash childr...

Page 95: ...trangled if a shoulder belt is wrapped around their neck and the safety belt continues to tighten Never leave children unattended in a vehicle and never allow children to play with the safety belts Ai...

Page 96: ...rd facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go Q What are the different types of add on child restraints A Add on child restraints whi...

Page 97: ...ders Infants should always be secured in rear facing child restraints WARNING A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as...

Page 98: ...t in the Vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using th...

Page 99: ...National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA website to locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station For CPST availability in Canada check with Transport Canada or the Provincial M...

Page 100: ...eploy under some unusual circumstance even though it is turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the ri...

Page 101: ...ttachments on the child restraint are used to attach the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier Make sure that a LATCH c...

Page 102: ...nt B on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash Your child restrai...

Page 103: ...Bucket H Lower Anchor Seating positions with two lower anchors I Top Tether Anchor Seating positions with top tether anchors For models with second row bucket seats both rear seating positions have e...

Page 104: ...ed Second Row Seat 60 40 For models with 60 40 second row seating the top tether anchors are at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second row Be sure to use an anchor...

Page 105: ...s to secure 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 Attac...

Page 106: ...tether 1 Attach and tighten the lower attachments to the lower anchors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have lower anchors secure the ch...

Page 107: ...estraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether raise the headr...

Page 108: ...aged LATCH system may not properly secure the child restraint resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash see your dealer...

Page 109: ...he right front passenger 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 seri...

Page 110: ...instructions that come with the child 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 attache...

Page 111: ...actor is locked If the retractor is not locked repeat Steps 5 and 6 7 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the saf...

Page 112: ...t in a position without a top tether anchor if a national 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...

Page 113: ...he lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how For third row seating positions with cinching latch plates...

Page 114: ...n 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 it may be helpful to use your knee to push down...

Page 115: ...in place To check grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2...

Page 116: ...Black plate 64 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2013 CRC 2nd Edition 10 9 12 3 64 Seats and Restraints 2 NOTES...

Page 117: ...nlock the glove box Cupholders Cupholders are in the center console for the front passengers Press down on the access door release to open and use the front cupholders Push the door back down to close...

Page 118: ...s or other items here Rear Passenger Cupholders Pull down on the lid to access the cupholders in the rear floor console Vehicles with the rear seat armrest may also contain cupholders Pull down the ar...

Page 119: ...carrier For vehicles with a roof rack the rack can be used to load items For roof racks that do not have crossrails included GM Certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory See your dealer f...

Page 120: ...load If plywood is used tie it to the siderail supports Tie the load to the crossrails or the siderail supports Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sliding To move the crossrails pull out o...

Page 121: ...rning Light 5 19 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 19 Tow Haul Mode Light 5 20 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 20 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 21 Tire Pressure Light 5 21 Engine Oil...

Page 122: ...control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down To set the memory position see Vehicle Personalization on page 5 37 Steering Wheel Controls If equipped some audio controls can be adjusted at...

Page 123: ...the selected category 2 Press and hold w or c x to move quickly through the tracks within the selected category 3 Press and release to move up one track within the selected category b g Mute Push to T...

Page 124: ...heel For vehicles with a heated steering wheel press to turn it on or off A light on the button displays when the feature is turned on The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start heating Hor...

Page 125: ...ear Wiper Wash Press this button on the end of the lever to spray washer fluid on the rear window The wipers will clear the rear window and either stop or return to your preset speed For more washer c...

Page 126: ...ry calibrate the compass See Compass Calibration Procedure following Compass Calibration The compass can be manually calibrated Only calibrate the compass in a magnetically clean and safe location suc...

Page 127: ...he DIC display will then return to the previous menu Clock The analog clock is not connected with any other vehicle system and runs by itself To adjust the clock do the following 1 Locate the adjustme...

Page 128: ...sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment Do not use equipment exceeding the maximum amperage rating of 20 amperes See Add On Electrical Equipment on page 9 67 N...

Page 129: ...r vehicles with a cigarette lighter it is located in the center console near the cupholders Press on the access door to open it and use the lighter To use the cigarette lighter push it in all the way...

Page 130: ...ng lights come on when there could be a problem with a vehicle function Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working Gauges can indicate when there could...

Page 131: ...Black plate 11 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2013 CRC 2nd Edition 10 9 12 Instruments and Controls 5 11 Instrument Cluster English Shown Metric Similar...

Page 132: ...st set to zero For more information see Trip Odometer under Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 23 Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Fuel Gauge When...

Page 133: ...cluster When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled This cycle may...

Page 134: ...al seconds when the vehicle is started If the light does not come on then have it fixed immediately WARNING If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while drivin...

Page 135: ...N or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator it means that the right front passenger frontal airbag is enabled may inflate If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag...

Page 136: ...the vehicle is a hybrid see the hybrid supplement for more information Malfunction Indicator Lamp A computer system called OBD II On Board Diagnostics Second Generation monitors the operation of the v...

Page 137: ...le speed Avoid hard accelerations Avoid steep uphill grades If towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as it is possible If the light continues to flash find a safe place to s...

Page 138: ...Data Link Connector DLC The DLC is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel See your dealer if assistance is needed The vehicle may not pass inspection if The malfunction indicator...

Page 139: ...e to low brake fluid See Brake Fluid on page 10 23 for more information Metric English This light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned to ON RUN If it does not have it fixed so it will be read...

Page 140: ...em with the regular brakes See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 19 For vehicles with a Driver Information Center DIC see Brake System Messages on page 5 29 for all brake related DIC messages If th...

Page 141: ...es on page 5 33 for more information If the light flashes while driving this means that StabiliTrak or TCS is assisting in controlling the vehicle See StabiliTrak System on page 9 37 for more informat...

Page 142: ...ly The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem If the vehicle is a hybrid see the hybrid supplement for more information Security Light The security light should come o...

Page 143: ...ise control is set The light goes out when the cruise control is turned off See Cruise Control on page 9 41 for more information Information Displays Driver Information Center DIC Your vehicle has a D...

Page 144: ...n customization and set reset buttons The button functions are detailed in the following pages 3 Trip Fuel Press to display the odometer trip odometer fuel range average economy fuel used timer transm...

Page 145: ...economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank This estimate will change if driving conditions change For example if driving in traffic and making frequent stop...

Page 146: ...nd will change frequently as driving conditions change This display shows the instantaneous fuel economy in liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km or miles per gallon mpg Unlike average economy this scree...

Page 147: ...d off See Object Detection System Messages on page 5 32 and Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA on page 9 45 for more information Units Press the vehicle information button until UNITS displays This display al...

Page 148: ...essages on page 5 29 Oil Pressure This display will show the oil pressure in either pounds kilopascals kPa or per square inch psi Compass Zone Setting This display allows for setting the compass zone...

Page 149: ...rake system warning light if there is a problem with the brake system See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 19 If this message appears stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle Restart the...

Page 150: ...out of P Park Stop and turn off the vehicle check the door for obstructions and close the door again Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC Engine Cooling System Messages Notice If you...

Page 151: ...hile the engine oil pressure is low severe engine damage may occur If a low oil pressure warning appears on the Driver Information Center DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible Do not drive the vehi...

Page 152: ...hould turn this light and message off Key and Lock Messages REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays if a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter battery is low The battery needs to be replace...

Page 153: ...OFF If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA system this message displays when the SBZA system has been turned off See Side Blind Zone Alert SBZA on page 9 45 and Driver Information Center...

Page 154: ...isplayed for multiple ignition cycles and on different road surfaces see your dealer for service TRACTION XX STABILITRAK XX This message displays when the traction control and or StabiliTrak systems h...

Page 155: ...on the TPMS is not working properly The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Light on page 5 21 Several conditions may cause this messa...

Page 156: ...on the end of the shift lever See Tow Haul Mode on page 9 33 Automatic Transmission on page 9 29 and Cruise Control on page 9 41 GRADE BRAKING ON This message displays when the grade braking has been...

Page 157: ...he customization options may not be available on your vehicle Only the options available will be displayed on the DIC The default settings for the customization features were set when your vehicle lef...

Page 158: ...ssages will appear in Chinese RUSSIAN All messages will appear in Russian NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset butto...

Page 159: ...No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC REMOTE DOOR LOCK This feature a...

Page 160: ...croll through the following settings LIGHTS OFF The exterior lamps will not flash when you press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter LIGHTS ON default The exterior lamps will flash when you press...

Page 161: ...tton once to access the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF The exterior lamps will not turn on 30 SECONDS default The exterior l...

Page 162: ...s feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF default The IntelliBeam system will be turned off ON The IntelliBeam system will be turned on NO CHANGE No ch...

Page 163: ...nd passenger outside mirrors will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse NO CHANGE No change will be made to this feature The current setting will remain To select a setting press t...

Page 164: ...ss the settings for this feature Then press the menu up down button to scroll through the following settings OFF No automatic seat exit will recall SEAT ONLY The driver seat will recall TILT ONLY The...

Page 165: ...tting will remain To select a setting press the set reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC DISPLAY DIGITAL SPEED This feature allows you to enable or disable the digital speedo...

Page 166: ...turn you to the beginning of the feature settings menu Exiting the Feature Settings Menu The feature settings menu will be exited when any of the following occurs The vehicle is no longer in ON RUN Th...

Page 167: ...smitter is needed for Fixed Code programming The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends See Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons in this section Park the vehic...

Page 168: ...r light will blink rapidly until programming is complete 5 Press and release the same button again The garage door should move confirming that programming is successful and complete To program another...

Page 169: ...could also have a row of dip switches 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 d...

Page 170: ...r vehicle first firmly press all three buttons at the same time for about three seconds Release the buttons to put the Universal Home Remote into programming mode A Left Button Up or On B Middle Butto...

Page 171: ...door opener Universal Remote System Operation Press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Reprogramming U...

Page 172: ...Black plate 52 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2013 CRC 2nd Edition 10 9 12 5 52 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES...

Page 173: ...ls 6 7 Fog Lamps 6 8 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control 6 8 Dome Lamps 6 9 Reading Lamps 6 9 Lighting Features Entry Lighting 6 9 Exit Lighting 6 9 Battery Load Management 6 10 Ba...

Page 174: ...d then back to the headlamp on position to make the headlamps stay on for an additional 10 minutes IntelliBeam Intelligent High Beam Headlamp Control System For vehicles with this feature be sure to r...

Page 175: ...ily disabled until the stalk is returned to the neutral position The exterior lamp control is turned to any setting except AUTO When this occurs IntelliBeam will be disabled until the control is turne...

Page 176: ...dealer diagnostics This is done by pushing and holding this button for 20 seconds until the IntelliBeam indicator light flashes three times If you accidentally activate this the vehicle s setting will...

Page 177: ...lever is held The high beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster comes on Release the lever to return to normal operation Daytime Running Lamps DRL Daytime Running Lamps DRL can make it easier fo...

Page 178: ...automatic headlamp system is only affected when the light sensor detects a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay If the vehicle is started in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system wi...

Page 179: ...ignal a lane change The turn signals automatically flash three times It will flash six times if the tow haul mode is active Holding the turn signal lever for more than one second causes the turn signa...

Page 180: ...ut turning on the headlamps The fog lamps will go off whenever the high beam headlamps come on When the high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again The fog lamps will be cancelled after the ign...

Page 181: ...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 Reading Lamps For vehicles with front reading lamps in the...

Page 182: ...electrical load occurs 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 load...

Page 183: ...18 MP3 7 27 Auxiliary Devices 7 30 Rear Seat Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System Headrest DVD 7 31 Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System Overhead 7 50 Rear Seat Audio RSA System 7 60 Navigati...

Page 184: ...d touch sensitive screen buttons Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations setting the tone and adjusting the speakers Set up the navigation features such as entering an address or a preset des...

Page 185: ...acknowledged before accessing some navigation features After acknowledging the start up information the NAV Navigation and DEST Destination functions are accessible Information can now be entered or d...

Page 186: ...Touch Screen Button D 0 Zoom In Touch Screen Button E Map Scale F North Up Heading Up Symbol G No GPS Symbol H Full map Touch Screen Button I Source AM FM XM CD etc J Clock Touch Screen Button K POI P...

Page 187: ...Features While Driving The navigation system may have this feature Touch the Limit Features While Driving screen button to turn the ability to limit functions on and off while driving When this screen...

Page 188: ...on 2 A caution may appear Press OK to proceed 3 Press DEST 4 Press 2 Address Entry 5 Select the state province screen button if needed to change the current state or province A list of all of the ava...

Page 189: ...ar Select the state or province 6 Enter the specific title of the POI in the POI name space e g Washington Monument If five or fewer names are available a list displays If more than five are available...

Page 190: ...tons A map screen with the destination marked appears 5 Select the route preference for Fastest Shortest or Other The system calculates and highlights the route 6 Press Start Guidance The route is now...

Page 191: ...ed or additional equipment 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 Mo...

Page 192: ...a split screen or you are not on a map screen press AUDIO AM FM XM Press the source AM FM or XM if equipped screen button or press AUDIO repeatedly until the desired source is highlighted FM Source S...

Page 193: ...displays y or z Seek Scan 1 To seek stations press the up or down arrows to go to the next or previous station 2 To scan stations press and hold either arrow for more than two seconds The radio goes...

Page 194: ...button showing the station or press Ignore Storing Radio Station Presets This feature stores a mix of up to 30 AM FM and XM if equipped preset stations To store presets 1 Press O to turn the system o...

Page 195: ...rce types The type of DSP selected is displayed on the status line Select from the following DSP settings Normal Adjusts the audio for normal mode This provides the best sound quality for all seating...

Page 196: ...ed or press the Radio screen button 2 Press Automatic Volume Control to access the AudioPilot menu 3 Press ON To turn it off press OFF When on AudioPilot continuously adjusts the audio system equaliza...

Page 197: ...e variety of programming and commercial free music coast to coast and in digital quality sound A service fee is required to receive the SiriusXM service If the service needs to be reactivated the radi...

Page 198: ...ivate the service Unknown If this message is received when tuned to channel 0 there may be a receiver fault Consult with your dealer Check XM Receiver If this message does not clear within a short per...

Page 199: ...ses an increased level of static while listening to the radio If static is received while listening to the radio unplug the cellular phone and turn it off Rear Side Window Antenna The AM FM antenna is...

Page 200: ...navigate through the tracks on the CD CD Player While playing a CD the navigation system is available When you insert a CD the CD tab displays If a DSP setting is selected for the CD it activates eac...

Page 201: ...ton to stop rewinding The display will show the elapsed time of the track Forward 1 Press and hold this screen button to fast forward quickly through a track selection You will hear sound at a reduced...

Page 202: ...The CD DVD slot is compatible with most audio CDs CD R CD RW DVD Video DVD R RW DVD R RW media along with MP3 and WMA formats If an error appears on the display see CD DVD Messages in this section On...

Page 203: ...back to the previous DVD menu Back Press to go back to the main DVD display screen Move Press to move the cursor buttons back and forth from the bottom right corner to the top left corner of the scre...

Page 204: ...D is not playing The DVD Setup screen allows you to change the brightness contrast and mode change the viewing on the monitor and to change the initial settings language parental level and aspect Brig...

Page 205: ...ing a G rating If the 1 is selected any DVD with a rating above G will not be able to be viewed without entering a password When the parental level is first entered a keyboard will appear on the displ...

Page 206: ...er to the outer edge Notice If a label is added to a CD or DVD or more than one CD or DVD is inserted into the slot at a time or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs or DVDs the player...

Page 207: ...end to the USB port If the vehicle is on and the USB connection works OK to disconnect and a GM logo may appear on the iPod and iPod appears on the radio s display The iPod music appears on the radio...

Page 208: ...ist 5 Press the up or down arrows located on the side of the screen to select one item at a time or press the top or bottom arrow to jump 10 percent up or down the list 6 Press the Back button to go b...

Page 209: ...e or folder name Maximum number of folders is 100 with a maximum hierarchy of eight folders Create a folder structure that makes it easy to find songs while driving Organize songs by albums using one...

Page 210: ...g If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag then the radio displays the file name without the extension such as mp3 as the track name Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages are short...

Page 211: ...2 Release to stop fast forwarding The display shows the elapsed time of the track q r Folder Artist Album 1 Select the left or right arrow to go to the previous or next folder artist or album on the d...

Page 212: ...ble audio player connect a 3 5 mm 1 8 in cable to the radio s front auxiliary input jack When a device is connected press AUDIO then press AUDIO again until AUX is selected or press the AUX screen but...

Page 213: ...er guide for more information Rear Seat Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System Headrest DVD Vehicles with an RSE system include two head restraint video display screens with integrated DVD pl...

Page 214: ...audio files such as CD R with downloaded MP3 files MPEG or JPEG files The DVD player and discs are coded by global region The DVD players are set to Region 1 Discs with other region codes will not wor...

Page 215: ...io Video Output Jack Wired headphones or video output can be plugged in with a 3 5 mm 1 8 in jack to listen to music or show the video on another device G Video Input The yellow connector is used for...

Page 216: ...ted but not removed from the DVD player is to press the eject button or the play button Infrared Remote Sensor Located in the top center of the video display screen Do not block the signal from the re...

Page 217: ...English French or Spanish To set the TV display 1 Press the SETUP button on the remote control 2 Use the left right navigation arrows to navigate the General Setup Page 3 Press the down navigation arr...

Page 218: ...Control Use the SETUP MENU 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 lo...

Page 219: ...al Setting of the player To 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 Pas...

Page 220: ...the buttons located below the video display screen or by using the buttons on the system s remote control See Remote Control later for more information The following discs are compatible with the DVD...

Page 221: ...the latch and gently moving the screen Then lock it into a secure position D POWER O Press to turn the power on or off Each video screen can be powered on or off independently E SOURCE Press to selec...

Page 222: ...VD There is a pre stop feature for DVD and video CD only This feature resumes playback of the disc where it was stopped Press the stop button once during disc playback and c displays on the DVD startu...

Page 223: ...ote control 2 Use the left right navigation arrows to navigate the General Setup Page then use the down navigation arrow to select the OSD language 3 Press the ENTER button and then use the right or l...

Page 224: ...gation arrows to choose from Low Med or High Brightness Adjust to brighten or darken the picture Use the right or left navigation arrows to choose from 20 to 20 Contrast Adjust to increase or decrease...

Page 225: ...are Kid SAFE Children G PG PG 13 PG R R NC 17 ADULT 4 Press the left navigation arrow to confirm the selection If a disc is inserted into the DVD compartment slot and it exceeds the Parental Setting...

Page 226: ...ce being used is specified by the A V audio video source selected on the driver side head restraint video display screen To turn the RSE system audio output to the vehicle s speakers press Sound Aroun...

Page 227: ...phones stored in a cool dry place Remote Control To use the remote control aim at the remote sensor located on top center of the video display screen and press the desired button Objects blocking the...

Page 228: ...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 again to turn...

Page 229: ...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 a differe...

Page 230: ...r track one at a time press and release multiple times until the desired chapter or track is reached Battery Replacement To change batteries in the remote control 1 Turn the remote control face down 2...

Page 231: ...rder they were burned to the disc 1 Press STOP if a disc is playing Press the up or down navigation arrows on the remote control to go through the folder list on the left side of the screen 2 Press EN...

Page 232: ...ause the lens of the DVD optics can become contaminated by lubricants Handle CDs and DVDs carefully Store them in their original cases or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight and dust...

Page 233: ...tton for more than two seconds to stop all system features such as radio video screen Rear Seat Audio RSA DVD and or CD While Parental Control is on a padlock icon displays The radio can be turned bac...

Page 234: ...ones lose the audio signal To adjust the volume on the headphones use the volume control located on the right side For optimal audio performance the headphones must be worn correctly Headphones should...

Page 235: ...A V jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the video screen power on If the video screen is in the DVD player mode pressing the AUX auxiliary button on the remote control switches the video scr...

Page 236: ...seat passengers are able to hear audio from the auxiliary device through the wireless or wired headphones The front seat passengers are able to listen to playback from this device through the vehicle...

Page 237: ...n a hot area or in direct sunlight can damage it and the repairs will not be covered by the warranty Storage in extreme cold can weaken the batteries Keep the remote control stored in a cool dry place...

Page 238: ...e button To cancel slow play mode press the play pause button t Previous Track Chapter Press this button to return to the start of the current track or chapter Press this button again to go to the pre...

Page 239: ...s Aux Video Source DVD Media Fourth Press Return to Default State Return to Default State 2 Camera Press this button to change camera angles on DVDs that have this feature while a DVD is playing The f...

Page 240: ...e auxiliary input connections at both devices The remote control does not work Check to make sure there is no obstruction between the remote control and the transmitter window Check the batteries to m...

Page 241: ...pends on the radio that is in the vehicle The video screen can display one of the following Disc Load Eject Error This message displays when there are disc load or eject problems Disc Format Error Thi...

Page 242: ...the band on the RSA or the front radio will change band on the other system RSA functions can be operated even when the main radio is off Audio can be heard through wired headphones not included plug...

Page 243: ...arrow to go back to the start of the current track or chapter if more than ten seconds have played This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat passengers are listening to the disc Whe...

Page 244: ...and continues play of the last active source Z Eject Press to eject the CD DVD Disc See CD DVD Player on page 7 18 w Tuning Knob Turn to go to the next or previous frequency or disc track or chapter...

Page 245: ...ted a beep sounds Screen buttons are highlighted when a feature is available Alpha Numeric Keyboard Letters of the alphabet symbols punctuation and numbers when available displays on the navigation sc...

Page 246: ...idance Areas Any area that is not classified as detailed is a limited guidance area Limited guidance streets are displayed on the map but route guidance may not be given on these streets Some POI cate...

Page 247: ...ted distance to scroll Keep pressing on the 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 NAV to...

Page 248: ...mbol indicates the distance 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 sy...

Page 249: ...n and the way the vehicle icon is heading indicates the direction the vehicle is traveling Press this screen symbol to switch between Heading Up North Up and 3 D view modes Three dimensional 3 D view...

Page 250: ...ories near the vehicle s current location 2 Press the desired franchise category 3 Press Search Selected Categories A list of franchises with location information will display POI Close to 1 Once a ca...

Page 251: ...ing system if equipped For more information about Bluetooth calling see Bluetooth on page 7 103 OK Press to display the map screen Show POI Press to display or remove the POI icons from the map screen...

Page 252: ...he other half The Interstate Exit list advises of approaching exits Press this screen button to switch between dual screen and full screen which displays the entire route Auto Reroute When a destinati...

Page 253: ...keyboard finish entering the city name If five or fewer names are available a list displays If more than five are available the List screen button displays a number This number represents the number o...

Page 254: ...the Street name area If using the alpha keyboard finish entering the street name If five or fewer names are available a list displays If more than five are available the List screen button displays a...

Page 255: ...vailable streets Press this button to view the list and select a street 5 Once a street has been selected select Cross Street and start entering the cross street name If five or fewer names are availa...

Page 256: ...lights the route 7 Press Start Guidance The route is now ready to be started See Getting Started on Your Route in this section for more information To use the point of interest destination entry metho...

Page 257: ...ress Book screen From this screen an address that already exists can be selected as the destination To use the address book entry method 1 Press DEST 2 Press g A list of the address book addresses dis...

Page 258: ...stination to view the entire destination name as necessary Use the scroll arrows to the left to scroll through the list 4 Press GO located next to the destination The map screen with the destination m...

Page 259: ...coordinates destination entry method lets you select a destination by entering latitude and longitude coordinates Map Coordinates Press to access the Coordinates Entry screen To use the coordinates de...

Page 260: ...how to add a preset destination To use the preset destination entry method 1 Press DEST 2 Select the desired preset destination screen button The screen buttons are labeled with the name that was sel...

Page 261: ...ibers to request and receive navigation assistance on the go Using OnStar Destination Download US and Canada Press the blue OnStar button and an Advisor can locate a point of interest or an address an...

Page 262: ...s Book will be available for the waypoint Refer to the section on Waypoints for more information Previous Destinations Previous OnStar Destination Downloads are saved under Previous Destinations in th...

Page 263: ...formed Press DEST to access the Route screen Turn List Press to view the list of turn maneuvers for the entire route and to avoid turns on the route r q Scroll Arrows Press the arrows to scroll throug...

Page 264: ...r option is only available while driving on a current planned route Voice Volume Press this screen button from the Route screen to turn voice guidance on or off and to change the volume of voice promp...

Page 265: ...een button from the Route screen to cancel the current route Adding Destinations to the Address Book There are two ways to add a destination to the address book To add the current vehicle position to...

Page 266: ...y to be stored as the preset destination Press Name to add a name if needed 5 Press and hold one of the buttons at the bottom of the screen until the name appears in that preset destination screen but...

Page 267: ...ing on a planned route Route Preference Press the Route Preference screen button to change route options when the system calculates a route Allow Major Roads This feature allows the system to use majo...

Page 268: ...y 1 Press CONFIG 2 Press the Nav screen button 3 Press Edit View Address Book 4 Select the address book entry to change 5 Press the Icon screen button 6 Select an icon from the list To add a voice tag...

Page 269: ...y removed displays 3 Press the confirmation screen button to safely remove the map data If the map data is not removed the map database will not be available for that ignition cycle Map database funct...

Page 270: ...icating that XM traffic is not activated Three types of traffic information for major roadways are displayed on the navigation system Unscheduled traffic incident data such as accidents and disabled v...

Page 271: ...as three different condition displays These are Condition Traffic Status Icon No XM NavTraffic subscription No Traffic is found in the local area The Traffic Feature is turned off Traffic events are i...

Page 272: ...from the current vehicle s position If no arrow appears the distance indicates how far the event is ahead on current Interstate highway or route While the vehicle is moving the traffic list up or dow...

Page 273: ...icates construction Traffic flow data arrows display on the map when scaled up to eight miles Closed Road Traffic Delays Incidents and Advisories These four screen buttons are used to select the traff...

Page 274: ...ross hairs over the traffic condition icon After pressing the INFO information screen button the type of traffic condition the street name and a description of the traffic condition displays See Scrol...

Page 275: ...ent Screen The detailed Traffic Event screens are used to display additional details of a traffic event condition This screen may display if Scrolling to an event on the map and then pressing INFO Sel...

Page 276: ...for navigation traffic maneuvers only It is not used to repeat traffic prompts During a traffic voice prompt if RPT is pressed the current prompt playback cancels Traffic prompts are disabled during...

Page 277: ...t position Display Press CONFIG to enter the configure menu options then press CONFIG repeatedly until Display is selected or press the Display screen button Display OFF Press this screen button to tu...

Page 278: ...ual Rear Display s Press the Rear Display s screen button to allow the choice of sources for rear display between front disc rear aux or usb if connected Setting the Clock The navigation system time a...

Page 279: ...of the following are true Signals are obstructed by tall buildings trees large trucks or a tunnel Objects are located on the front dash of the vehicle Satellites are being repaired or improved After m...

Page 280: ...See your dealer if other problems occur Problems with Route Guidance Inappropriate route guidance may occur under one or more of the following conditions You have not turned onto the road indicated Ro...

Page 281: ...cally provided that the map information has changed United States and Canada For any questions about the system or the update process contact the GM Nav Disc Center toll free phone number 1 877 NAV DI...

Page 282: ...e 7 99 on how to obtain updated map information Voice Recognition The navigation system s voice recognition allows for hands free operation of the navigation system audio system and OnStar if equipped...

Page 283: ...e voice recognition system the map DVD must be loaded and the navigation system must be on This system is able to recognize commands in three different languages The system only recognizes commands ba...

Page 284: ...ges between day and night mode automatically System help Instructs the system to assist with display commands Radio Commands The following are radio commands that can be accessed by clearly stating th...

Page 285: ...ll phone s address book or contact list with the vehicle To minimize driver distraction before driving and with the vehicle parked Become familiar with the features of the cell phone Organize the phon...

Page 286: ...ural voice Audio System When using the in vehicle Bluetooth system sound comes through the vehicle s front audio system speakers and overrides the audio system Use the audio system volume knob during...

Page 287: ...cell phone that you want to pair For help with this process see the cell phone manufacturer s user guide 5 Locate the device named Your Vehicle in the list on the cell phone Follow the instructions o...

Page 288: ...r systems if equipped The following commands are used to delete and store phone numbers Store This command will store a phone number or a group of numbers as a name tag Digit Store This command allows...

Page 289: ...nd hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Delete all name tags Listing Stored Numbers The list command will list all stored numbers and name tags Using the List Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2...

Page 290: ...st digit has been entered say Dial Once connected the person called will be heard through the audio speakers Using the Re dial Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 After the tone say Re dial...

Page 291: ...nutes after the ignition is turned to ON RUN Transferring Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone During a call with the audio in the vehicle 1 Press b g 2 Say Transfer Call Transferring Audio...

Page 292: ...s information is deleted out of the in vehicle Bluetooth system it will be retained indefinitely This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and phone pairing information For information on ho...

Page 293: ...tems Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating cooling and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system The vehicle also has a flow through ventilation system described later...

Page 294: ...Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to increase or decrease the cabin temperature The display will show the temperature setting increasing or decreasing Set the passenger temperature setting...

Page 295: ...n Control Press the up or down arrows to increase or decrease the fan speed Pressing this button when the system is off will turn the system on Pressing either arrow while using automatic operation wi...

Page 296: ...he windows are clear Air Conditioning Press to turn the air conditioning A C compressor on and off An indicator light comes on to show that the air conditioning is on Pressing this button when the out...

Page 297: ...ontrol system on or off See Rear Climate Control System Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio on page 8 6 Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear wind...

Page 298: ...mate Control with Rear Seat Audio Controls A Fan Control B Air Delivery Mode Control C Temperature Control REAR Press the REAR button on the front climate control system to turn the rear climate contr...

Page 299: ...temperature display will show the temperature setting increasing or decreasing The display only indicates climate control functions when the system is in rear independent mode Manual Operation D C Fan...

Page 300: ...ce of fogging the inside of the windows When you enter a vehicle in cold weather press the fan up button to the maximum fan level before driving This helps clear the intake ducts of snow and moisture...

Page 301: ...rk 9 27 Parking over Things That Burn 9 28 Active Fuel Management 9 28 Engine Exhaust Engine Exhaust 9 28 Running the Vehicle While Parked 9 29 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 9 29 Manua...

Page 302: ...o avoid distracted driving always keep your eyes on the road hands on the wheel and mind on the drive Do not use a phone in demanding driving situations Use a hands free method to place or receive nec...

Page 303: ...me that other road users pedestrians bicyclists and other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Allow enough following distance between you and...

Page 304: ...used when the brake is applied Once the power assist is used up it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Steering Hydraulic Power Steering Your vehicle has hydraulic power...

Page 305: ...ering force Acceleration Skid too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving thos...

Page 306: ...osition This could cause you to lose control and crash You and your passengers should always wear safety belts Before Driving Off Road Have all necessary maintenance and service work completed Fuel th...

Page 307: ...that Burn Driving on Hills Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what the vehicle can and cannot do WARNING Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle Driving up...

Page 308: ...low the vehicle and help keep the vehicle under control WARNING Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and you or others could...

Page 309: ...the incline more severe If a rock is driven across with the uphill wheels or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression the vehicle can tilt even more If an incline must be driven across an...

Page 310: ...t faster speeds water splashes on the ignition system and the vehicle can stall Stalling can also occur if you get the tailpipe under water While the tailpipe is under water you will not be able to st...

Page 311: ...actually ride on the water This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough When the vehicle is hydroplaning it has little or no contact with the road There is no hard and fast...

Page 312: ...ou would then have poor braking or even none going down a hill Steering may also be affected when ignition is off You could crash Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear when going down...

Page 313: ...n off cruise control on slippery surfaces Blizzard Conditions Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation Stay with the vehicle unless there is help nearby If possible use Roadside Service See Road...

Page 314: ...signal for help with the headlamps Do this as little as possible to save fuel If the Vehicle Is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand mud ice or snow See...

Page 315: ...the side The hooks could break and you and others could be injured When using recovery hooks always pull the vehicle from the front Notice Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle Your vehicle coul...

Page 316: ...ter pillar B pillar With the driver door open you will find the label attached below the door lock post striker The tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant seating positions A...

Page 317: ...lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehi...

Page 318: ...453 kg 1 000 lbs C Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity weight and seating positions The...

Page 319: ...hould 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 This can cause systems to br...

Page 320: ...limit on how many people you can carry inside your vehicle Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment Notice Overloading the vehicle may cause damage Repairs would not...

Page 321: ...ter in the long run if you follow these guidelines Keep the vehicle speed at 88 km h 55 mph or less for the first 805 km 500 miles Do not drive at any one constant speed fast or slow for the first 805...

Page 322: ...djustments The vehicle has a memory function which allows the pedal positions to be saved and recalled See Memory Seats on page 3 5 Ignition Positions The ignition switch has four different positions...

Page 323: ...in an emergency If the vehicle cannot be pulled over and must be shut off while driving turn the ignition to ACC ACCESSORY Notice Using a tool to force the key to turn in the ignition could cause dam...

Page 324: ...tly to 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...

Page 325: ...ered by the vehicle warranty See Add On Electrical Equipment on page 9 67 Engine Heater The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm up in cold weat...

Page 326: ...until the driver door is opened Shifting Into Park 1 Hold the brake pedal down then set the parking brake 2 Move the shift lever into the P Park position by pulling the shift lever toward you and movi...

Page 327: ...g brake If torque lock does occur you might need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in the transmission Then you should be able to pu...

Page 328: ...the half cylinder mode allowing the vehicle to achieve better fuel economy When greater power demands are required such as accelerating from a stop passing or merging onto a freeway the system will ma...

Page 329: ...tilation Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running If the vehicle is left with the engine running follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move S...

Page 330: ...9 26 and Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 57 R Reverse Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward could damage the transmission The rep...

Page 331: ...ion and vehicle load If the shift stabilization feature determines that a current vehicle speed cannot be maintained the transmission does not upshift and instead holds the current gear In some cases...

Page 332: ...Control DSC The vehicle has Driver Shift Control DSC DSC controls the vehicle s transmission and vehicle speed while driving down hill or towing a trailer by allowing you to select a desired range of...

Page 333: ...w Haul Mode works with the Autoride feature if the vehicle has this to enhance the ride when trailering or with a loaded vehicle See Continuous Damping Control CDC on page 9 40 Tow Haul Mode Grade Bra...

Page 334: ...s going on and it might even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light stays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light on pag...

Page 335: ...ing brake pedal If the ignition is on the brake system warning light will come on See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 19 Notice Driving with the parking brake on can overheat the brake system and...

Page 336: ...ge when the brake pedal is released or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased Hill Start Assist HSA Non hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Hill Start Assist HSA feature which may be useful whe...

Page 337: ...ure there are no problems The system may be heard or felt while it is working This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle The system should initialize before the vehicle reach...

Page 338: ...appropriate TCS off or StabiliTrak off message will be displayed on the DIC to warn the driver The vehicle will still have brake traction control when traction control is off but will not be able to u...

Page 339: ...the wheel s excessively while these lights and messages are displayed TCS may activate on dry or rough roads or under conditions such as heavy acceleration while turning or abrupt upshifts downshifts...

Page 340: ...control system called Autoride or MagneRide With this feature improved vehicle ride and handling is provided under a variety of passenger and loading conditions Autoride and MagneRide are fully automa...

Page 341: ...eed So do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in heavy traffic Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads On such roads fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip a...

Page 342: ...The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster comes on green after the cruise control has been set to the desired speed 1 Press the I button 2 Get up to the desired speed 3 Press the SET bu...

Page 343: ...accelerator pedal may be necessary to maintain vehicle speed When going downhill Cruise Grade Braking helps maintain the driver selected speed Cruise Grade Braking is enabled when the vehicle is star...

Page 344: ...R Reverse A single tone sounds to indicate the system is working URPA operates only at speeds less than 8 km h 5 mph An obstacle is indicated by audible beeps The interval between the beeps becomes sh...

Page 345: ...e during the current or last drive cycle URPA will return to normal operation after it is determined the object is removed This could take a few drive cycles A tow bar is attached to the vehicle Other...

Page 346: ...vehicle is started both outside mirror SBZA displays will briefly come on to indicate the system is operating When the vehicle is moving forward the left or right side mirror display will light up if...

Page 347: ...s for normal system operation are not met SBZA Error Messages The following messages may appear in the DIC SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM OFF This message indicates that the driver has turned the system...

Page 348: ...lays the last screen after the vehicle is shifted out of R Reverse To turn the RVC system on or off 1 Shift into P Park 2 Press the CONFIG hard key to enter the configure menu options then press the C...

Page 349: ...ons screen displays 5 Touch the Symbols screen button The screen button will be highlighted when on Guidelines The RVC system has a guideline overlay that can help the driver align the vehicle when ba...

Page 350: ...Does Not Seem To Work Properly The RVC system might not work properly or display a clear image if The RVC is turned off See Turning the RVC System On or Off earlier in this section It is dark The sun...

Page 351: ...For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9 51 Recommended Fuel Use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane rating of 91 or higher You can...

Page 352: ...mpany that does business in the country where you will be driving Fuel Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that help prevent engin...

Page 353: ...ng up to 85 ethanol E85 For all other vehicles use only the unleaded gasoline described under Recommended Fuel on page 9 51 We encourage the use of E85 in vehicles that are designed to use it The etha...

Page 354: ...ered under the vehicle warranty Filling the Tank WARNING Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death To help avoid injuries to you and others read and follow all the instru...

Page 355: ...re more effort to turn the fuel cap on the last turn as you tighten it Make sure the cap is fully installed The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installe...

Page 356: ...Continued WARNING Continued Place container on the ground Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel and keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is...

Page 357: ...most window open Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Also adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air See Climate Control System in the Index...

Page 358: ...in advance If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn out the arrows on the instrument cluster will still flash for turns It is important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still workin...

Page 359: ...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 until the trailer is clear of the chocks 7 Stop and have someone pick up and store...

Page 360: ...g acceleration braking durability and fuel economy Successful safe trailering takes correct equipment and it has to be used properly The following information has many time tested important trailering...

Page 361: ...d not be exceeded Ask your dealer for trailering information or advice or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices See Customer Assistance Offices U S and Canada on page 13 4 or Customer Assistance...

Page 362: ...o carry tongue weight Tongue or kingpin weight cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating or the RGAWR Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating See Total Weight on the Vehicle s Tire...

Page 363: ...ch ball or a tow eye latched to a pintle hook Other trailers may require a weight distributing hitch that uses spring bars to distribute the trailer tongue weight among the two vehicle and trailer axl...

Page 364: ...h the upper tabs in the hitch cover into the chrome slots in the fascia 2 Move the bottom of the cover forward until the lower tabs line up with the lower fascia slots 3 Snap the hitch cover into plac...

Page 365: ...ight of the trailer Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed adjusted and maintained properly Do not tap into the vehicle s hydraulic system Trailer Wir...

Page 366: ...Tow Haul Mode Pressing this button at the end of the shift lever turns on and off the tow haul mode This indicator light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when the tow haul mode is on Tow Haul...

Page 367: ...he driver pressing the brake pedal The TCS StabiliTrak warning light will flash on the instrument panel cluster to notify the driver to reduce speed If the trailer continues to sway StabiliTrak will r...

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Page 369: ...eel Drive 10 25 Front Axle 10 25 Rear Axle 10 26 Starter Switch Check 10 27 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 28 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 28 Park Brake and P Park...

Page 370: ...Compressor Kit 10 62 Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit 10 69 Tire Changing 10 70 Secondary Latch System 10 79 Full Size Spare Tire 10 82 Jump Starting Jump Starting 10 83 Towing Towing the V...

Page 371: ...nd electronic systems like antilock brakes traction control and stability control These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage t...

Page 372: ...e work performed See Maintenance Records on page 11 16 Notice Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids reservoir caps or...

Page 373: ...Black plate 5 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2013 CRC 2nd Edition 10 9 12 Vehicle Care 10 5 Engine Compartment Overview 6 2L V8 Engine...

Page 374: ...e Power Steering Fluid on page 10 20 K Brake Master Cylinder Reservoir See Brake Fluid under Brake Fluid on page 10 23 L Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 33 M Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir...

Page 375: ...oil is below the cross hatched area at the tip of the dipstick add 1 L 1 qt of the recommended oil and then recheck the level See Selecting the Right Engine Oil in this section for an explanation of...

Page 376: ...ecting an oil of the appropriate viscosity grade always select an oil of the correct specification See Specification earlier in this section for more information Engine Oil Additives Engine Oil Flushe...

Page 377: ...ystem It is also important to check the oil regularly over the course of an oil drain interval and keep it at the proper level If the system is ever reset accidentally the oil must be changed at 5 000...

Page 378: ...as follows 1 Start the engine and park the vehicle on a level surface Keep the engine running 2 Apply the parking brake and place the shift lever in P Park 3 With your foot on the brake pedal move th...

Page 379: ...the fluid level is below the COLD check band add only enough fluid as necessary to bring the level into the COLD band It does not take much fluid generally less than 0 5 L 1 pint Do not overfill 6 Per...

Page 380: ...add only enough fluid to bring the level into the HOT band It does not take much fluid generally less than 0 5 L 1 pint Do not overfill 6 If the fluid level is in the acceptable range push the dipsti...

Page 381: ...ose dust and dirt If the engine air cleaner filter remains covered with dirt a new filter is required Never use compressed air to clean the filter Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner Filter 1 Locate the...

Page 382: ...o maintain the correct working temperature A Coolant Surge Tank B Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C Engine Cooling Fan s Out of View WARNING An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up...

Page 383: ...o the cooling system can be dangerous Plain water and other liquids can boil before the proper coolant mixture will The coolant warning system is set for the proper coolant mixture With plain water or...

Page 384: ...ntil it cools down If coolant 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...

Page 385: ...cap and upper radiator hose is no longer hot Turn the pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full turn If a hiss is heard wait for that to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left...

Page 386: ...ide Service Mexico on page 13 7 or Roadside Service U S and Canada on page 13 10 If the decision is made to lift the hood make sure the vehicle is parked on a level surface Then check to see if the en...

Page 387: ...ge appears with no sign of steam try this for a minute or so If the overheat warning is displayed with no sign of steam 1 Turn the air conditioning off 2 Turn the heater on to the highest temperature...

Page 388: ...ning at low speed during most everyday driving might be heard The fans can turn off if no cooling is required Under heavy vehicle loading trailer towing and or high outside temperatures or if operatin...

Page 389: ...Washer Fluid The vehicle has a low washer fluid message on the DIC that comes on when the washer fluid is low The message is displayed for 15 seconds at the start of each ignition cycle When the WASHE...

Page 390: ...for wear and evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque specifications in Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 Brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets Brak...

Page 391: ...s added when the linings are worn there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed Add or remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system WARNING...

Page 392: ...rake hydraulic system can damage brake hydraulic system parts so badly that they will have to be replaced Do not let someone put in the wrong kind of fluid If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle s p...

Page 393: ...ck Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface A Drain Plug B Fill Plug If the level is below the bottom of the fill plug B hole located on the transfer case some lub...

Page 394: ...pected or an unusual noise is heard A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired All axle assemblies are filled by volume of fluid during production They are not filled to reac...

Page 395: ...rear axle Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 to determine what kind of lubricant to use Starter Switch Check WARNING W...

Page 396: ...service Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked and with the parking brake set try to turn the ignition to LOCK OFF in each shift lever position The ignition should turn to LOCK OFF only when th...

Page 397: ...r arm connector away from the windshield 2 Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of the blade and turn the blade assembly away from the arm connector 3 Install the new blade onto the arm connector an...

Page 398: ...aged in a crash the headlamp aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs see Replacement Bulbs on page 10...

Page 399: ...taillamp assembly rearward until the inner pins on the taillamp assembly disengage from the vehicle 4 Turn the socket counterclockwise to remove it from the taillamp assembly 5 Pull the old bulb strai...

Page 400: ...Lamp W5W LL For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Electrical System Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system ov...

Page 401: ...circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers 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...

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Page 403: ...Usage 10 Trailer Back up Lamps 11 Driver Side Low Beam Headlamp 12 Engine Control Module Battery 13 Fuel Injectors Ignition Coils Right Side 14 Transmission Control Module Battery 15 Vehicle Back up...

Page 404: ...5 Airbag System Battery 46 Instrument Panel Cluster 47 Not Used 48 Auxiliary Climate Control Ignition 49 Center High Mounted Stoplamp CHMSL 50 Rear Defogger 51 Heated Mirrors 52 SEO B1 Upfitter Usage...

Page 405: ...ter 2 Relays Usage FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control Relays Usage HDLP LO HID Low Beam Headlamp FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps A C CMPRSR Air Condition...

Page 406: ...3 Steering Wheel Controls Backlight 4 Driver Door Module 5 Dome Lamps Driver Side Turn Signal Fuses Usage 6 Driver Side Turn Signal Stoplamp 7 Instrument Panel Back Lighting 8 Passenger Side Turn Sign...

Page 407: ...Remote Keyless Entry System 26 Driver Power Door Lock Unlock Feature Circuit Breaker Usage LT DR Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Harness Connector Usage LT DR Driver Door Harness Connection...

Page 408: ...for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer WARNING Poorly maintained and improperly used tires are dangerous Overloa...

Page 409: ...driving See Off Road Driving on page 9 6 for additional information Notice Low profile tires are more susceptible to damage from road hazards or curb impact than standard profile tires Tire and or whe...

Page 410: ...the same brand and tread type on all four wheel positions Use only radial ply tires of the same size load range and speed rating as the original equipment tires Winter tires with the same speed rating...

Page 411: ...gits represent the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year For example the third week of the year 2010 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 D Tire Identification Number TIN The letters and num...

Page 412: ...ide D Construction Code A letter code is used to indicate the type of ply construction in the tire The letter R means radial ply construction the letter D means diagonal or bias ply construction and t...

Page 413: ...a tire signifying that the tire is in compliance with the U S Department of Transportation DOT Motor Vehicle Safety Standards The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number TIN an alphanumeric...

Page 414: ...ther sidewall of the tire Passenger P Metric Tire A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles Recommended Inflation Pressure Vehicle manufacturer s recommended t...

Page 415: ...due to curb weight accessory weight occupant weight and cargo weight Vehicle Placard A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle capacity weight and the original equipment tire size...

Page 416: ...cannot be determined by looking at the tire Check the tire inflation pressure when the tires are cold meaning the vehicle has not been driven for at least three hours or no more than 1 6 km 1 mi Remo...

Page 417: ...re if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicl...

Page 418: ...les and with Industry Canada Standards See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 21 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules and with Industry Canada Standar...

Page 419: ...pproved tire sealant could damage the TPMS sensors TPMS sensor damage caused by using an incorrect tire sealant is not covered by the vehicle warranty Always use only the GM approved tire sealant avai...

Page 420: ...ion light and DIC message comes on and stays on TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code The identification code needs to be matched to a new tire wheel position...

Page 421: ...F 10 Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label Tire Inspection We recommend that the tires including the spare tire if the vehicle...

Page 422: ...l Nut Torque under Capacities and Specifications on page 12 2 WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come o...

Page 423: ...present the week 01 52 and the last two digits the year For example the third week of the year 2010 would have a four digit DOT date of 0310 Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on a...

Page 424: ...e time See Tire Rotation on page 10 53 for information on proper tire rotation However if it is necessary to replace only one axle set of worn tires place the new tires on the rear axle WARNING Tires...

Page 425: ...ee Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 15 for the label location and more information about the Tire and Loading Information label Different Size Tires and Wheels If wheels or tires are installed that are a...

Page 426: ...espect to these grades they must also conform to federal safety requirements and additional General Motors Tire Performance Criteria TPC standards All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safet...

Page 427: ...underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance The tires and wheels were aligned and balance...

Page 428: ...used one is dangerous How it has been used or how far it has been driven may be unknown It could fail suddenly and cause a crash When replacing wheels use a new GM original equipment wheel Tire Chains...

Page 429: ...and noisy Gently brake to a stop well off the road if possible WARNING Driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire Re inflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely un...

Page 430: ...and spare tire or a tire sealant and compressor kit To use the jacking equipment to change a spare tire safely follow the instructions below Then see Tire Changing on page 10 70 To use the tire sealan...

Page 431: ...If this vehicle has a tire sealant and compressor kit there may not be a spare tire tire changing equipment and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a tire The tire sealant and compresso...

Page 432: ...for correct sealant usage When using the tire sealant and compressor kit during cold temperatures warm the kit in a heated environment for five minutes This will help to inflate the tire faster If a t...

Page 433: ...ressure gauge E The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label See Tire Pressure on page 10 47 The pressure gauge E may read higher than the actual tire pres...

Page 434: ...1 through 11 under Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire Not Punctured If the tire pressure has fallen more than 68 kPa 10 psi below the recommended inflation pre...

Page 435: ...from the tire sealant canister B 4 Remove the power plug C from the air compressor A 5 Place the kit on the ground Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will rea...

Page 436: ...arm after usage 13 Unplug the power plug C from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle 14 Disconnect the air only hose F from the tire valve stem by turning it counterclockwise and replace the tire...

Page 437: ...canister inlet and push the lever down Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit The tire sealant and compressor kit is located under the storage tray on the driver side trim panel over the rear whe...

Page 438: ...tray to access the tools by pulling up on the finger depression under the jack symbol A Jack Knob B Wing Nut Retaining the Tool Bag C Wing Nut Retaining the Wheel Blocks 2 Turn the wing nut retaining...

Page 439: ...haft Access Hole J Hoist End of Extension Tool K Spare Tire Lock 1 To reach the hoist shaft access cover C remove the hitch cover by turning the two fasteners located at the bottom of the cover counte...

Page 440: ...r the spare tire to the ground Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle If the spare tire does not lower to the ground the secondary latch is eng...

Page 441: ...re Goes Flat on page 10 61 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 loos...

Page 442: ...e jack handle and only one jack handle extension Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension Attach the jack handle to the jack A Position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire where the...

Page 443: ...ter time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changing a wheel remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or a paper towel can b...

Page 444: ...original equipment wheel nut torque specifications Notice Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts i...

Page 445: ...r of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier A Hoist Assembly B Hoist Shaft C Hoist Shaft Access Cover Hole D Jack Handle Extensions E Wheel Wrench F Hoist Cable G Tire Wheel Retainer H Spare Tire Flat...

Page 446: ...re the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel and centered in the wheel opening 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise un...

Page 447: ...ks A in the driver side trim panel over the wheelhouse 4 Turn the jack knob G clockwise until the jack is secured tight in the mounting bracket Be sure to position the holes in the base of the jack on...

Page 448: ...ondary latch 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end is visible If the cable is not visible proceed to Step 6 2 If it is visible first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench cl...

Page 449: ...he spare tire 10 Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting 11 Continue raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place The second...

Page 450: ...flat tire see Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire under Tire Changing on page 10 70 Full Size Spare Tire If this vehicle came with a full size spare tire it was fully inflated when ne...

Page 451: ...d by the warranty Trying to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it will not work and it could damage the vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground sys...

Page 452: ...e and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on that vehicle Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal and a remote negative jump starting terminal You should always use t...

Page 453: ...help immediately WARNING Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running 5 Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or m...

Page 454: ...dead battery 9 Connect the other end of the negative cable to the remote negative terminal on the vehicle with the dead battery 10 Now start the vehicle with the good battery and run the engine for a...

Page 455: ...owed on a flatbed car carrier or a wheel lift tow truck If a wheel lift tow truck is used the drive wheels cannot contact the road while the vehicle is being towed A wheel dolly must be used to lift a...

Page 456: ...used See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Is the vehicle ready to be towed Just as preparing the vehicle for a long trip make sure the vehicle...

Page 457: ...el drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed To dolly tow a two wheel drive vehicle the vehicle must be towed with the rear wheels on the dolly See Dolly Towing...

Page 458: ...urer s instructions 6 Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position 7 Turn the ignition to LOCK OFF Appearance Care Exterior...

Page 459: ...sible If necessary use non abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing should be done to remove residue from the paint...

Page 460: ...d or tires When applying a tire dressing always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle Wheels and Trim Aluminum or Chrome Use a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water to cl...

Page 461: ...nish Damage Quickly repair minor chips and scratches with touch up materials available from your dealer to avoid corrosion Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your dealer s body and pain...

Page 462: ...ated soap solution will leave a residue that creates streaks and attracts dirt Do not use solutions that contain strong or caustic soap Do not heavily saturate the upholstery when cleaning Do not use...

Page 463: ...ly removed use a mild soap solution followed only by club soda or plain water If the soil is not completely removed it may be necessary to use a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter Test a sma...

Page 464: ...e dirt For a more thorough cleaning use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap solution Notice Soaking or saturating leather especially perforated leather as well as other interior surfaces...

Page 465: ...ed acceleration and or increased stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage...

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Page 467: ...Information Your vehicle is an important investment This section describes the required maintenance for the vehicle Follow this schedule to help protect against major repair expenses resulting from n...

Page 468: ...d to be more frequent checks and services The Additional Required Services Normal are for vehicles that Carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire and Loading Information label S...

Page 469: ...based on the vehicle s oil life monitor system Tire rotation every 12 000 km 7 500 mi Engine air cleaner filter replacement Passenger compartment air filter replacement Multi point vehicle inspection...

Page 470: ...tation on page 10 53 Check engine oil level and oil life percentage If needed change engine oil and filter and reset oil life system See Engine Oil on page 10 6 and Engine Oil Life System on page 10 9...

Page 471: ...Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism See Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check on page 10 28 Check accelerator pedal for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Visual...

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Page 473: ...icle has one works properly Replace as needed 2 Or every four years whichever comes first 3 Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and con...

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Page 475: ...em on page 10 14 5 Or every 10 years whichever comes first 6 Inspect for fraying excessive cracking or damage replace if needed Special Application Services Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only Lubrica...

Page 476: ...ccess to tools and equipment to inspect the brakes and recommend quality parts engineered for the vehicle Fluids Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle s systems and components Se...

Page 477: ...visible treadwear indicators cord or fabric showing through the rubber cracks or cuts in the tread or sidewall or a bulge or split in the tire Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the...

Page 478: ...gns of damage include scratches cracks and chips Trained dealer technicians can inspect the windshield and recommend proper replacement if needed Wiper Blades Wiper blades need to be cleaned and kept...

Page 479: ...page 10 6 Engine Coolant 50 50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 15 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 i...

Page 480: ...Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and Linkage and Fuel Door Hinge Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Outer Tailgate Handle P...

Page 481: ...Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified here by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15908916 A3...

Page 482: ...ce and Maintenance Maintenance Records 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 Re...

Page 483: ...Black plate 17 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2013 CRC 2nd Edition 10 9 12 Service and Maintenance 11 17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed...

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Page 485: ...een through the windshield from outside The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character...

Page 486: ...uids and Lubricants on page 11 13 for more information Application Capacities Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant...

Page 487: ...er Case Fluid 1 4 L 1 5 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the approximate level as recommended in this manual Recheck fluid after fillin...

Page 488: ...k plate 4 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2013 CRC 2nd Edition 10 9 12 12 4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing If the vehicle is a hybrid see the hybrid supplement for more informa...

Page 489: ...g Safety Defects to the Canadian Government 13 18 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 13 19 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 19 Event Data Recorders 13 1...

Page 490: ...he new vehicle However if you continue to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce y...

Page 491: ...al program offers advantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration...

Page 492: ...r support if needed STEP THREE If your case is not resolved in a reasonable amount of time by your dealer please call the General Motors Customer Assistance Center CAC and provide the following inform...

Page 493: ...through Friday 08 00 to 20 00 hours and Saturdays from 08 00 to 15 00 hours All e mail inquiries to the Customer Assistance Center CAC should be sent to cac cadillac gm com Mexico From Mexico City 53...

Page 494: ...view dealer location maps phone numbers and hours J Warranty Tracking Information Track the vehicle s warranty information J Recall Information View active recalls or search by Vehicle Identification...

Page 495: ...and conditions of the program The Roadside Assistance program is not part of or included in the coverage provided by the new vehicle limited warranty Roadside Assistance provides assistance to the dri...

Page 496: ...access it will be at the owner s expense If the vehicle is in another city outside of your residence Roadside Assistance is limited to moving the vehicle to the nearest dealer If you would like the ve...

Page 497: ...bus station or airport will be provided Complimentary Transportation for Vehicle Pick Up Transportation to pick up your vehicle after repairs are complete Once the dealer has reported that the vehicle...

Page 498: ...ion see your new vehicle warranty Contacting Roadside Assistance Roadside Assistance services are of no cost to you and available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Costs are only incurred in situations t...

Page 499: ...Privileges Emergency Fuel Delivery Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station Lock Out Service Service to unlock the vehicle if you are locked out A remote unlock m...

Page 500: ...tion of any laws Legal fines Mounting dismounting or changing of snow tires chains or other traction devices Towing or services for vehicles driven on a non public road or highway Services Specific to...

Page 501: ...ge period in Canada extended powertrain and or hybrid specific warranties in both the U S and Canada Several Courtesy Transportation options are available to assist in reducing inconvenience when warr...

Page 502: ...xcessive mileage or rental usage beyond the completion of the repair It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information All program options such as sh...

Page 503: ...ommends that you choose a collision repair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of...

Page 504: ...rbag Inflates on page 3 33 Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that the vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre d...

Page 505: ...ation about the vehicle The Owner Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 U S plus handling...

Page 506: ...order a recall and remedy campaign 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...

Page 507: ...ed to provide antilock braking to help the driver control the vehicle These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the vehicle Some modules may also store data about how the vehi...

Page 508: ...t with the consent of the vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request by police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of...

Page 509: ...does not use or record personal information or link with any other GM system containing personal information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that c...

Page 510: ...Black plate 22 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2013 CRC 2nd Edition 10 9 12 13 22 Customer Information 2 NOTES...

Page 511: ...light is next to the OnStar buttons If the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem PressQ or call 1 888 4ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advis...

Page 512: ...er critical assistance in emergency situations before first responders arrive Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if the vehi...

Page 513: ...3 Say Goodbye Exits voice commands Get My Destination 1 Press System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Get my destination System responds with address and the distance to the destination then r...

Page 514: ...Press The system responds OnStar Ready followed by a tone 2 Say Call The system responds Please say the name or number to call 3 Say 911 without pausing The system responds 911 4 Say Call The system r...

Page 515: ...iagnostics will perform a vehicle check every month It will check the engine transmission antilock brakes and major vehicle systems It also checks the tire pressures if the vehicle is equipped with th...

Page 516: ...t area and the wireless service provider has coverage network capacity reception and technology compatible with OnStar service Service involving location information about the vehicle cannot work unle...

Page 517: ...ith an Advisor To change the OnStar PIN call OnStar and provide the Advisor with the current number Warranty OnStar equipment may be warranted as part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty The manufactu...

Page 518: ...all again or try again after driving a few miles into another cellular area Vehicle and Power Issues OnStar services require a vehicle electrical system wireless service and GPS satellite technologies...

Page 519: ...Are the Airbags 3 28 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 3 39 Passenger Status Indicator 5 14 Readiness Light 5 14 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 38 System Check 3 26 Alarm Vehicle Security...

Page 520: ...Buying New Tires 10 55 C Calibration 5 5 California Fuel Requirements 9 52 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 3 Warning 10 2 Camera Rear Vision 9 47 Canadian Vehicle Owners iii Capacities and Spec...

Page 521: ...n Procedure 13 1 13 3 D Damage Repair Collision 13 14 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Data Recorders Event 13 19 Database Coverage Explanations 7 100 Daytime Running Lamps DRL 6 5 Defensive Driving 9...

Page 522: ...Cooling System 10 14 Cooling System Messages 5 30 Drive Belt Routing 12 4 Exhaust 9 28 Fan 10 20 Heater 9 25 Oil Life System 10 9 Oil Messages 5 31 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 10 20 Overheat...

Page 523: ...e Specifications 9 51 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 5 13 Fuel 5 12 Odometer 5 12 Speedometer 5 12 Tachometer 5 12 Trip Odometer 5 12 Warning Lights and Indicators 5 10 General Information Service...

Page 524: ...idewall 10 42 Lamps Daytime Running DRL 6 5 Dome 6 9 Exterior Controls 6 1 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder 6 4 License Plate 10 32 Malfunction Indicator 5 16 Messages 5 32 On Reminder 5 23 Reading 6 9 Lap...

Page 525: ...e Records 11 16 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 13 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 16 Manual Mode 9 32 Map Data Updates 7 99 Maps 7 64 Memory Features 1 8 Memory Seats 3 5 Menu...

Page 526: ...ditional Information 14 5 OnStar Connections 14 4 OnStar Diagnostics 14 5 OnStar Emergency 14 2 OnStar Navigation 14 2 OnStar Overview 14 1 OnStar Security 14 2 Ordering Service Publications 13 17 Out...

Page 527: ...r Climate Control System 8 6 Rear Seat Audio RSA System 7 60 Rear Seat Entertainment System 7 31 7 50 Rear Seat Audio RSA 7 60 Rear Seats Heated 3 8 Rear Side Window Antenna 7 17 Rear Storage 4 2 Rear...

Page 528: ...roperly 3 17 Lap Belt 3 24 Lap Shoulder Belt 3 18 Reminders 5 13 Replacing after a Crash 3 26 Use During Pregnancy 3 24 Safety Defects Reporting Canadian Government 13 18 General Motors 13 19 U S Gove...

Page 529: ...10 27 Starting the Engine 9 24 Steering 9 4 Fluid Power 10 20 Heated Wheel 5 4 Wheel Adjustment 5 2 Wheel Controls 5 2 Steps Power Assist 2 12 Storage Rear 4 2 Storage Areas Armrest 4 2 Center Consol...

Page 530: ...63 General Information 9 56 Recreational Vehicle 10 87 Towing cont d Trailer 9 59 Trailer Sway Control TSC 9 67 Vehicle 10 87 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 5 21 Road Sensing Suspensio...

Page 531: ...ice Recognition 7 100 W Warning Brake System Light 5 19 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 10 Warnings iv Cautions and Danger iv Hazard Flashers 6 7 Washer Fluid 10 21 Messages 5 37 Wheels Alignme...

Page 532: ...Black plate 14 1 Cadillac Escalade Escalade ESV Owner Manual 2013 CRC 2nd Edition 10 9 12 i 14 INDEX 2 NOTES...

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