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Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-13566599) -

2020 - CRC - 5/29/19

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Air Conditioning System

Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil

Airbag Readiness Light

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

Brake System Warning Light

Dispose of Used Components

Properly

Do Not Apply High Pressure

Water

Engine Coolant Temperature

Flame/Fire Prohibited

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Forward Collision Alert

Fuse Block Cover Lock Location

Fuses

ISOFIX/LATCH System Child

Restraints

Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly

Installed

Lane Change Alert

Lane Departure Warning

Lane Keep Assist

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

Oil Pressure

Park Assist

Pedestrian Ahead Indicator

Power

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Registered Technician

Remote Vehicle Start

Seat Belt Reminders

Side Blind Zone Alert

Stop/Start

Tire Pressure Monitor

Traction Control/StabiliTrak/

Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

Under Pressure

Vehicle Ahead Indicator

Summary of Contents for Escalade 2020

Page 1: ...ts Introduction 2 Keys Doors and Windows 7 Seats and Restraints 38 Storage 98 Instruments and Controls 103 Lighting 147 Infotainment System 155 Climate Controls 156 Driving and Operating 165 Vehicle Care 251 Service and Maintenance 328 Technical Data 339 Customer Information 343 Index 346 ...

Page 2: ...ion relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference Danger Warning and Caution Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them Danger Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death Warning Warning indicates a hazard that...

Page 3: ...t Antilock Brake System ABS Brake System Warning Light 9 Dispose of Used Components Properly P Do Not Apply High Pressure Water B Engine Coolant Temperature _ Flame Fire Prohibited H Flammable Forward Collision Alert R Fuse Block Cover Lock Location Fuses j ISOFIX LATCH System Child Restraints Q Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly Installed Lane Change Alert Lane Departure Warning A Lane Keep Assist M...

Page 4: ...Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13566599 2020 CRC 5 29 19 4 INTRODUCTION Instrument Panel Overview ...

Page 5: ...ove Box 0 98 Lane Keep Assist LKA 0 230 If Equipped Park Assist Button See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 217 11 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 156 Instrument Panel Storage 0 98 12 CD Player See the infotainment manual 13 ENGINE START STOP Button See Ignition Positions 0 182 14 Steering Wheel Controls 0 104 Driver Information Center DIC Controls See Driver Information Center ...

Page 6: ...Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13566599 2020 CRC 5 29 19 6 INTRODUCTION 2 NOTES ...

Page 7: ...onvex Mirrors 29 Power Mirrors 29 Folding Mirrors 30 Heated Mirrors 30 Reverse Tilt Mirrors 31 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors 31 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 31 Rear Camera Mirror 31 Child View Mirror 33 Windows Windows 33 Power Windows 34 Sun Visors 35 Roof Sunroof 36 Keys and Locks Keys Warning Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter is dangerou...

Page 8: ...ould void authorization to use this equipment If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range Check the distance The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle Check the location Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal Check the transmitter s battery See Battery Replacement later in this section If the transmitter is still not working correctly see your dealer or a qualified techni...

Page 9: ...ithin three seconds all remaining doors unlock The interior lamps may come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on If enabled the turn signal lamps flash twice to indicate unlocking has occurred If enabled the exterior lamps may turn on See Vehicle Personalization 0 136 Pressing K on the RKE transmitter disarms the alarm system See Vehicle Alarm System 0 26 Press and hold ...

Page 10: ...he driver door If the lock unlock button is pressed again within five seconds all passenger doors and liftgate will unlock Driver Side Shown Passenger Similar Pressing the lock unlock button will cause all doors to lock if any of the following occur It has been no more than five seconds since the first lock unlock button press Two lock unlock button presses were used to unlock all doors Any vehicl...

Page 11: ...E transmitter in an unattended vehicle To customize the doors to automatically lock when exiting the vehicle see Remote Lock Unlock Start under Vehicle Personalization 0 136 Temporary Disable of Passive Locking Temporarily disable passive locking by pressing and holding K on the interior door switch with a door open for at least four seconds or until three chimes are heard Passive locking will the...

Page 12: ...vehicle all remaining transmitters must also be reprogrammed Any lost or stolen transmitters will no longer work once the new transmitter is programmed Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters programmed to it See your dealer to program transmitters to the vehicle Starting the Vehicle with a Low Transmitter Battery If the transmitter battery is weak or if there is interference with the signa...

Page 13: ...ssing the button 2 Separate the two halves of the transmitter using a flat tool inserted into the bottom center of the transmitter Do not use the key slot 3 Remove the old battery Do not use a metal object 4 Insert the new battery on the back housing positive side facing down Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery 5 Align the front and back housing then snap the transmitter together 6 Reinser...

Page 14: ...ansmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System 0 8 Starting the Engine Using Remote Start 1 Press and release Q on the RKE transmitter 2 Immediately press and hold for at least four seconds or until the turn signal lamps flash This confirms the request to remote start the vehicle has been received During the remote start the doors will be locked and the parking lamps will remain on as long as the e...

Page 15: ...opened while the vehicle is moving The chance of being thrown out of the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors are not locked So all passengers should wear seat belts properly and the doors should be locked whenever the vehicle is driven Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child can be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent injuries or even de...

Page 16: ...dle to open See Keyless Access Operation in Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 8 Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder Access Slotted Cap Access In Case of Dead Battery To access the driver door key lock cylinder 1 Pull the door handle 1 to the open position and hold it open until cap removal is complete 2 Insert the key 4 into the slot 3 on the bottom of the cap 2 and lift the key upward 3 Remov...

Page 17: ...he reset procedure Power Door Locks Press Q or K on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 8 Q Press to lock the doors K Press to unlock the doors The fuel door is also locked or unlocked using these features Delayed Locking This feature delays the locking of the doors until five seconds after all doors are closed Delayed locking can only be turned...

Page 18: ...he vehicle is off and locking is requested while a door is open when all doors are closed the vehicle will check for RKE transmitters inside If an RKE transmitter is detected and the number of RKE transmitters inside has not reduced the driver door will unlock and the horn will chirp three times Lockout Protection can be manually overridden with the driver door open by pressing and holding Q on th...

Page 19: ...r under the instrument panel Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and Continued Warning Continued set the fan speed to the highest setting See Climate Control Systems in the Index If the vehicle is equipped with a power liftgate disable the power liftgate function See Engine Exhaust 0 188 Caution To avoid damage to the liftgate or liftgate glass make sure ...

Page 20: ...armed Press the touch pad on the underside of the liftgate handle after unlocking all doors A locked vehicle can be opened if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m 3 ft of the touch pad Press l on the bottom edge of the liftgate next to the latch to close Press any liftgate button the touch pad or b on the RKE transmitter while the liftgate is moving to stop it Pressing any liftgate button or pressing...

Page 21: ...close cycle the liftgate will automatically reverse direction and move a short distance away from the obstacle After removing the obstruction the power liftgate operation can be used again If the liftgate encounters multiple obstacles on the same power cycle the power function will deactivate After removing the obstructions manually close the liftgate This will allow normal power operation functio...

Page 22: ...te There will be a delay in the release of the liftglass if there is an attempt to open it while the rear wiper is in motion Use the pull cup to lower and close the liftgate Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched The liftgate can be opened when locked if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m 3 ft of the touch pad See Remote Keyless Entry RKE ...

Page 23: ...vate Then step back Caution Splashing water may cause the liftgate to open Keep the RKE transmitter away from the rear bumper detection area or turn the Continued Caution Continued liftgate mode to OFF when cleaning or working near the rear bumper to avoid accidental opening Do not sweep your foot side to side Do not keep your foot under the bumper the liftgate will not activate Do not touch the l...

Page 24: ...ransmitter is again detected within approximately 2 m 6 ft of the liftgate or another kick has been detected the one minute timer will be reset The projected logo will not work under these conditions The vehicle battery is low The transmission is not in P Park Hands Free Liftgate Control is set to off in vehicle personalization See Vehicle Personalization 0 136 Power liftgate is turned off The veh...

Page 25: ...ransmitter button press or a door is opened and closed RKE transmitter brought in and out of projected logo detection zone five times or more within 10 minutes Operative Off for one hour or until RKE transmitter button press or a door is opened and closed Vehicle remains parked for more than 72 hours Operative Off until RKE transmitter button press or a door is opened and closed Vehicle battery is...

Page 26: ... in motion The steps will reverse direction if they encounter an obstruction when opening or closing Remove the obstruction then open and close the door on the same side to complete the motion of the assist steps If the obstruction is not cleared the assist steps remain extended while driving To change the settings 1 Touch F 2 Touch Power Assist Steps icon The options are OFF Disables the power as...

Page 27: ... alarm will also be activated if a passenger door the liftgate or the hood is opened without first disarming the system When the alarm is activated the turn signals flash and the horn sounds for about 30 seconds The alarm system will then re arm to monitor for the next unauthorized event Disarming the Alarm System To disarm the alarm system or turn off the alarm if it has been activated Press K on...

Page 28: ... steering wheel from side to side to unbind the column lock If this does not unlock the steering column turn the vehicle off and open the driver door to reset the system Then turn the vehicle on and immediately turn the steering wheel side to side for about 15 seconds In some cases it may take significant force to unbind the column To keep the steering column from binding straighten the front whee...

Page 29: ...eave the transmitter or device that disarms or deactivates the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Exterior Mirrors Convex Mirrors Warning A convex mirror can make things like other vehicles look farther away than they really are If you cut too sharply into the right lane you could hit a vehicle on the right Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes The passenger...

Page 30: ... if The mirrors are accidentally 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 time using the mirror controls to reset them to their normal position A popping noise may be heard during the resetting of the power folding mirrors This sound is norm...

Page 31: ...a set speed To turn this feature on or off see Vehicle Personalization 0 136 Interior Mirrors Interior Rearview Mirrors Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror Use a soft towel dampened with water Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror The rearview mirror automatically dims to reduce the glare of the headlamps from beh...

Page 32: ...hicle using only this camera Objects may appear closer than they are Check the outside mirrors or glance over your shoulder when making lane changes or merging Failure to use proper care may result in injury death or vehicle damage The camera that provides the Rear Camera Mirror RCM image is above the license plate next to the Rear Vision Camera RVC To clean the rear camera see Rear Window Wiper W...

Page 33: ...ting angle of the camera has changed Child View Mirror If equipped the child view mirror is on the overhead console Press the fixed button on the cover to release Push the mirror back up when not in use Windows Warning Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehicle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer perman...

Page 34: ...n in ACC ACCESSORY or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active See Retained Accessory Power RAP 0 185 Using the window switch press to open or pull to close the window The windows may be temporarily disabled if they are used repeatedly within a short time Window Lockout This feature stops the rear passenger window switches from working Press Z to engage the rear window lockout feature The indic...

Page 35: ...reversal system by pulling and holding the window switch if conditions prevent it from closing Programming the Power Windows Programming may be necessary if the vehicle battery has been disconnected or discharged If the window is unable to express up program each express close window 1 Close all doors 2 Turn the ignition on or to ACC ACCESSORY 3 Partially open the window to be programmed Then clos...

Page 36: ...closed position press J 2 to vent the sunroof Press K 2 to close the sunroof vent 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 be pulled forward to block sun rays The sunshade must be opened and closed manually when the sunroof is in the vent or fully closed position Automati...

Page 37: ... DOORS AND WINDOWS 37 Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth mild soap and water Do not remove grease from the sunroof If water is seen dripping into the water drainage system this is normal ...

Page 38: ...tem Parts after a Crash 64 Airbag System Airbag System 65 Where Are the Airbags 66 When Should an Airbag Inflate 68 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 69 How Does an Airbag Restrain 69 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 69 Passenger Sensing System 71 Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 75 Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 75 Airbag System Check 76 Replacing Airbag System Parts af...

Page 39: ... 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 position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash The height of the head restraint can be adjusted Pull the head restraint up to raise it Try to move the head restraint to make sure that it is locked in place To lower the head restraint ...

Page 40: ...head restraint to the upright position until it locks into place Push and pull on the head restraint to make sure it is locked If you are installing a child restraint in the third row seat see Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 83 Front Seats Power Seat Adjustment Warning You can lose control of the vehicle if you tr...

Page 41: ... of the selected feature Press Forward 5 to make forward adjustments of the selected feature Base Seat Adjustment To adjust the seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front part of the seat cushion by moving the front of the control up or down Raise or lower the seat by moving the rear of the control up or down Lumbar Adjustment Lumbar ...

Page 42: ...Rearward 3 to adjust lumbar forward or rearward Press Up 2 or Down 4 to adjust lumbar up or down To adjust bolster support if equipped Uplevel Seat Adjustment Press and release or hold Feature Select 1 to scroll to bolster support on the infotainment display Press Forward 5 or Rearward 3 to adjust bolster support inward or outward Upper Shoulder Support To adjust upper shoulder support if equipped...

Page 43: ...at belts cannot do their job Continued Warning Continued The shoulder belt will not be against your body Instead it will be in front of you In a crash you could go into it receiving neck or other injuries The lap belt could go up over your abdomen The belt forces would be there not at your pelvic bones This could cause serious internal injuries For proper protection when the vehicle is in motion h...

Page 44: ... the memory button 1 or 2 matching the RKE transmitter number displayed in the DIC welcome message Carry the linked RKE transmitter when entering the vehicle Vehicle Personalization Settings To have the Auto Memory Recall movement begin when the vehicle is started select the Settings menu then Vehicle then Comfort and Convenience and then Auto Memory Recall Select On or Off See Auto Memory Recall ...

Page 45: ...e message RKE transmitters 3 8 will not recall memory positions To stop Manual Memory recall movement release 1 2 or B or press any of the following controls Power seat Memory SET Power mirror with the driver or passenger side mirror selected Power steering wheel if equipped Auto Memory Recall The vehicle identifies the number of the current driver s RKE transmitter 1 8 See Remote Keyless Entry RK...

Page 46: ...hen one of the following occurs The vehicle is turned off and the driver door is opened within a short time The vehicle is turned off with the driver door open To stop Easy Exit Recall movement press any of the following memory controls Power seat Memory SET 1 2 or B Power mirror with the driver or passenger side mirror selected Power steering wheel if equipped Obstructions If something has blocke...

Page 47: ...his feature is off the heated and cooled seat symbols on the buttons are white When a heated seat is turned on the symbol turns red When a cooled seat is turned on the symbol turns blue Press the button once for the highest setting With each press of the button the seat will change to the next lower setting and then to the off setting The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for the...

Page 48: ... IN REAR SEAT displays under certain conditions indicating there may be an item or passenger in the rear seat Check before exiting the vehicle This feature will activate when a second row door is opened while the vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes before the vehicle is turned on There will be an alert when the vehicle is turned off The alert does not directly detect objects in the rear seat instead...

Page 49: ...ond row seats can be folded for additional cargo space or folded and tumbled for easy entry and exit to the third row seat Reclining Seatbacks To recline the seatback 1 Lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat 2 Move the seatback to the desired position and then release the lever to lock the seatback in place 3 Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked To return the seatback t...

Page 50: ...ush and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place Caution Folding a rear seat with the seat belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the seat belts Always unbuckle the seat belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat Folding and Tumbling the Seat To fold and tumble the seat 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the se...

Page 51: ...tion Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place To fold and tumble the seat from the third row seat 1 Make sure that there is nothing under in front of or on the seat 2 Pull the strap on the bottom rear of the second row seat to release the seatback The seatback will fold forward 3 Pull the strap again to release the rear of the seat from the floor The seat will tumble forward ...

Page 52: ...essing the automatic seat release switch Caution Folding a rear seat with the seat belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the seat belts Always unbuckle the seat belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat The transmission must be in P Park for this feature to work Folding and Tumbling the Seat To fold and tumble the seat 1 Make sure that there is...

Page 53: ...w Seats 0 53 Returning the Seat to the Sitting Position Warning If either seatback is not locked it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash That could cause injury to the person sitting there Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure they are locked To return the seat to the sitting position from the tumbled position 1 Pull the seat down until it latches to the floor The seatback canno...

Page 54: ...t 3 Fully lower the head restraints See Head Restraints 0 39 Put the second row seatback in the upright position See Second Row Seats 0 49 4 Disconnect the rear seat belt mini latch using a key in the slot on the mini buckle and let the belt retract into the headliner 5 Stow the mini latch in the holder in the headliner 6 Press and hold the switch 2 on the side trim of the cargo area to fold the t...

Page 55: ...ays check to be sure that the seat belts are properly routed and attached and are not twisted 3 Reconnect the center seat belt mini latch to the mini buckle Do not let it twist 4 Pull on the seat belt to be sure the mini latch is secure 5 Repeat the steps for the other seatback if desired Seat Belts This section describes how to use seat belts properly and some things not to do Warning Do not let ...

Page 56: ...at belts That is why wearing seat belts makes such good sense Questions and Answers About Seat Belts Q Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a seat belt A You could be whether you are wearing a seat belt or not Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash so you can unbuckle and get out is much greater if you are belted Q If my vehicle has airbags why should I h...

Page 57: ...g position Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones and you would be less likely to slide under the lap belt If you slid under it the belt would apply force on your abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries Wear the shoulder belt over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the bo...

Page 58: ...at such as trim around the rear seatback folding handle or side airbag In a crash pinched seat belts might not be able to provide adequate protection Never allow seat belts to be routed under plastic trim pieces Lap Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap shoulder belt If you are using a rear seating position with a detachable seat belt and the seat belt is not attached see T...

Page 59: ... let the belt go back all the way and start again If the locking feature stays engaged after letting the belt go back to stowed position on the seat move the seat rearward or recline the seat until the shoulder belt retractor lock releases Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the front outboard seating position may affect the passenger sensing system See Passenger Sensing System 0 71 Fo...

Page 60: ... on the stitching on the seat belt Always stow the seat belt slowly If the seat belt webbing returns quickly to the stowed position the retractor may lock and cannot be pulled out If this happens pull the seat belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing and then release it If the webbing is still locked in the retractor see your dealer Before a door is closed be sure the seat belt is out of the...

Page 61: ...ge displays see your dealer Other seat belt functions are not affected by the Automatic Seat Belt Tightening System Seat Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has seat belt pretensioners for the front outboard occupants Although the seat belt pretensioners cannot be seen they are part of the seat belt assembly They can help tighten the seat belts during the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal n...

Page 62: ... the comfort guide positions the shoulder belt away from the neck and head Second Row Outboard Seating Positions The vehicle has comfort guides for the second row outboard seating positions The comfort guides are stored on a clip on the interior trim next to the outboard seatback To install 1 Remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior trim next to the outboard seatback 2 Place the guid...

Page 63: ...injured if they do not wear seat belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible below the rounding throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a seat 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 seat belt...

Page 64: ...en the webbing In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean and rinse seat belt webbing only with mild soap and lukewarm water Allow the webbing to dry Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash Warning A crash can damage the seat belt system in the vehicle A damaged seat belt system may not properly protect the person using it resulting in serious injury or even deat...

Page 65: ...rd AIRBAG is on the inboard side of the driver seatback For seat mounted side impact airbags the word AIRBAG is on the side of the seatback or side of the seat closest to the door For roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG is on the ceiling or trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by seat belts Even though today s airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury fro...

Page 66: ...nd upright in the seat with both feet on the floor Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the front center armrest or console in vehicles with a front center airbag Continued Warning Continued Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the door or side windows in seating positions with seat mounted side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags Warning Children who are up against or very c...

Page 67: ...nd front outboard passenger seat mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The roof rail airbags for the driver front outboard passenger and second and third row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows Warning If something is between an occupant and an airbag the airbag might not inflate properly ...

Page 68: ...inly to the driver s or front outboard passenger s head and chest Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast the vehicle is traveling It depends on what is hit the direction of the impact and how quickly the vehicle slows down Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds depending on whether the vehicle hits an object straight on or at an angle a...

Page 69: ...lator the airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag module For airbag locations see Where Are the Airbags 0 66 How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel or the instrument panel In moderate to severe side collisions even belted occupants can contact the inside of the vehicle Airbags suppleme...

Page 70: ... may automatically unlock the doors turn on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers and shut off the fuel system after the airbags inflate The feature may also activate without airbag inflation after an event that exceeds a predetermined threshold After turning the ignition off and then on again the fuel system will return to normal operation the doors can be locked the interior lamps can b...

Page 71: ...e passenger sensing system turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system The passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of the front outboard passenger seat and seat belt The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front outboard passeng...

Page 72: ...er sensing system When the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag the off indicator will light and stay lit as a reminder that the airbag is off See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 119 The passenger sensing system is designed to turn on the front outboard passenger frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting prope...

Page 73: ... retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 5 If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting the vehicle the on indicator is still lit turn the vehicle off Then slightly recline the vehicle seatback and adjust the seat cushion if adjustable to make sure that the vehicle seatback is not pushing the child restraint into the seat cushion Also make su...

Page 74: ...ven death An adult sized occupant should not ride in the front outboard passenger seat if the passenger airbag off indicator is lit Additional Factors Affecting System Operation Seat belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle maneuvers and braking which helps the passenger sensing system maintain the passenger airbag status See Seat Belts and Child Restraints in the Index...

Page 75: ...s of the following Airbag system including airbag modules front or side impact sensors sensing and diagnostic module airbag wiring or front center console Front seats including stitching seams or zippers Seat belts Steering wheel instrument panel overhead console ceiling trim or pillar garnish trim Inner door seals including speakers Your dealer and the service manual have information about the lo...

Page 76: ...ay not work properly Do not open or break the airbag coverings If there Continued Caution Continued are any opened or broken airbag coverings have the airbag covering and or airbag module replaced For the location of the airbags see Where Are the Airbags 0 66 See your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash Warning A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle A damag...

Page 77: ...ouching the thighs If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Can proper seat belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip If yes continue If no return to the booster seat Q What is the proper way to wear seat belts A An older child should wear a lap shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck The lap bel...

Page 78: ...domen That could cause serious or fatal injuries The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest Infants and Young Children Everyone in a vehicle needs protection This includes infants and all other children Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need for everyone to use safety restraints Warning Children can be seriously injured or strang...

Page 79: ...rash forces an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash For example in a crash at only 40 km h 25 mph a 5 5 kg 12 lb infant will suddenly become a Continued Warning Continued 110 kg 240 lb force on a person s arms An infant or child should be secured in an appropriate child restraint Warning Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it ...

Page 80: ...nt In addition there are many kinds of child restraints available for children with special needs Warning To reduce the risk of neck and head injury in a crash infants and toddlers should be secured in a rear facing child restraint until age two or until they reach the maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint Warning A young child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle se...

Page 81: ...7 Securing an Add On Child Restraint 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 the vehicle seat belt or LATCH system following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual To help reduce the chance of i...

Page 82: ...ildren and infants are safer when properly restrained in an appropriate child restraint secured in a rear seating position Whenever possible children aged 12 and under should be secured in a rear seating position The vehicle is equipped with a front center airbag in the inboard side of the driver seat Even with a front center airbag a child restraint can be installed in any second row seating posi...

Page 83: ...e the child restraint and the size of the child restraint you may not be able to access adjacent seat belts or LATCH anchors for additional passengers or child restraints Adjacent seating positions should not be used if the child restraint prevents access to or interferes with the routing of the seat belt Wherever a child restraint is installed be sure to follow the instructions that came with the...

Page 84: ...as the booster seat can be positioned properly and there is no interference with the proper positioning of the lap shoulder belt on the child Make sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint and also the instructions in this manual When installing a child restraint with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the seat belts to properly secure the child res...

Page 85: ...X Forward Facing Child Restraint Greater than 29 5 kg 65 lb X See Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat 0 92 or Securing Child Restraints With the Seat Belt in the Front Seat 0 94 Child restraints built after March 2014 will be labeled with the specific child weight up to which the LATCH system can be used to install the restraint The following explains how to attach a chil...

Page 86: ... 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 The child restraint may have a single tether 3 or a dual tether 4 Either will have a single attachment hook 2 to secure the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top te...

Page 87: ...lower anchors each seating position with lower anchors has two labels near the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion To assist in locating the top tether anchors the top tether anchor symbol is near the top tether anchors for second row seats For third row seats the top tether anchor symbol is on the flipper panel Second Row Seat Bucket For models with bucket second row seating the top ...

Page 88: ...tly behind the seating position where the child restraint will be placed Do not secure a child restraint in a position without a top tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrain...

Page 89: ... children cannot reach them Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock and tighten the belt behind the child restraint after the child restraint has been installed Caution Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle s seat belts This may damage these parts If necessary move buckled seat belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachments Continued Caution Continu...

Page 90: ...e lower anchors 2 If the child restraint manufacturer recommends that the top tether be attached attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps 2 1 Find the top tether anchor For the third row seat move the flipper panel rearward to access the top tether anchors 2 2 Route attach and tighten the top tether according to yo...

Page 91: ...d or an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether route the tether around the head restraint 3 Before placing a child in the child restraint make sure it is securely held in place To check grasp the child restraint at the LATCH path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth There should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement for proper installation Head Restraint Remo...

Page 92: ...estraint 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 to have the system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash new LATCH system parts may be needed New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCH s...

Page 93: ...t For the third row outboard seating positions if the head restraint interferes with the proper installation of the child restraint the head restraint may be removed See Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation under Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 83 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle seat belt through or around the child restrain...

Page 94: ...back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the child restraint unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and let it return to the stowed position If the top tether is attached to a top tether anchor disconnect it If the head restraint was removed for a third row outboard seating position reinstall it before the seating position...

Page 95: ...ger Sensing System 0 71 for additional information If the child restraint uses a top tether see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 0 83 for top tether anchor locations Do not secure a child seat 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 tet...

Page 96: ...t of the retractor to set the lock When the retractor lock is set the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor 6 To tighten the belt push down on the child restraint pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor When installing a forward facing child restraint it may be helpful to use your knee to pu...

Page 97: ... forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If the airbag is off the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator will come on and stay on when the vehicle is started If a child restraint has been installed and the on indicator is lit see If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Child Restraint under Passenger Sensing System 0 71 To ...

Page 98: ...of Rack System 102 Storage Compartments Warning Do not store heavy or sharp objects in storage compartments In a crash these objects may cause the cover to open and could result in injury Instrument Panel Storage Touch the bottom of the climate control system panel until the door automatically starts to open The storage area may contain a USB port See the infotainment manual Keep the storage area ...

Page 99: ... the handle to open Sunglasses Storage If equipped sunglasses storage is on the overhead console Press the fixed button on the cover and release to access Armrest Storage For vehicles with a rear seat armrest pull the loop at the top of the armrest down to access the cupholders Rear Storage There is storage in the floor of the rear cargo area Lift the handle to access There is a removable divider ...

Page 100: ...otainment manual If equipped press to turn on the cooled compartment inside the center console storage The cooled compartment will help keep cold liquids cold but is not intended to chill warm liquids Do not use for items that need to be refrigerated Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie Downs There are two cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area These can be used to strap cargo down and keep it fr...

Page 101: ...ance in intervals specified by its manufacturer Periodically check The internal pressure is still indicated by the green operating zone of the pressure gauge The lead seal is not breached The extinguisher validity is not expired Continued Warning Continued If the fire extinguisher is put to use or if there is an issue with its operation replace the extinguisher with a new one that meets current co...

Page 102: ... hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle Do not load cargo exceeding 100 kg 220 lbs and always load cargo so that it rests evenly between the crossrails and does not block the vehicle lamps or windows Fasten the cargo securely To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving check to make sure crossrails and cargo are securely fastened Loading cargo on the roof rack will ...

Page 103: ...ngine Light 120 Brake System Warning Light 122 Electric Parking Brake Light 123 Service Electric Parking Brake Light 123 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 123 Sport Mode Light 124 Tow Haul Mode Light 124 Winter Driving Mode Light 124 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light 124 Vehicle Ahead Indicator 125 Traction Off Light 125 StabiliTrak OFF Light 125 Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light 126 En...

Page 104: ...d press to turn the heated steering wheel on or off An indicator next to the button is lit when the feature is turned on The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start heating Horn To sound the horn press a on the steering wheel Windshield Wiper Washer The windshield wiper control is on the turn signal lever The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band with z FRONT on it 1 Fast ...

Page 105: ...ildup could lead to a crash Wiper Parking If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are on w 1 or 3 INT they will immediately stop If z FRONT is then moved to OFF before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes the wipers will restart and move to the base of the windshield If the ignition is turned off while the wipers are performing wipes due to windshield washing or Rainsense the wipe...

Page 106: ...embly Protection When using an automatic car wash move the windshield wiper lever to OFF This disables the automatic Rainsense windshield wipers With Rainsense if the transmission is in N Neutral and the vehicle speed is very slow the wipers will automatically stop at the base of the windshield The wiper operations return to normal when the transmission is no longer in N Neutral or the vehicle spe...

Page 107: ...ehicle speed has increased Reverse Gear Wipes If the rear wiper control is off the rear wiper will automatically operate continuously when the shift lever is in R Reverse and the front windshield wiper is performing low or high speed wipes If the rear wiper control is off the shift lever is in R Reverse and the front windshield wiper is performing interval wipes then the rear wiper automatically p...

Page 108: ...k to the previous menu Auto Set When on the time and date will automatically update To set auto set 1 From the Home Page touch SETTINGS then touch Time and Date 2 Touch Set Time or Set Date 3 Touch Auto Set then select On Cell Network or Off Manual to manually set the time and date 4 Touch Back to go back to the previous menu If auto set is on the time displayed on the clock may not update immedia...

Page 109: ...d in the rear cargo area are powered at all times Warning Power is always supplied to the outlets Do not leave electrical equipment plugged in when the vehicle is not in use because the vehicle could catch fire and cause injury or death Caution Leaving electrical equipment plugged in for an extended period of time while the vehicle is off will drain the battery Always unplug electrical equipment w...

Page 110: ...er equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply such as microcomputer controlled electric blankets and touch sensor lamps Medical equipment Wireless Charging The system operates at 145 kHz and wirelessly charges one Qi compatible smartphone The power output of the system is capable of charging at a rate up to 1 amp 5W as requested by the compatible smartphone Warning Wireless charging can ...

Page 111: ...urn it 180 degrees and wait three seconds before placing aligning the smartphone on the pad again The smartphone may become warm during charging This is normal In warmer temperatures the speed of charging may be reduced Software Acknowledgements Certain Wireless Charging Module product from LG Electronics Inc LGE contains the open source software detailed below Refer to the indicated open source l...

Page 112: ...CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES LOSS OF USE DATA OR PROFITS OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY WHETHER IN CONTRACT STRICT LIABILITY OR TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE Cigarette Lighter If equip...

Page 113: ...t something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to indicate they are working When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving or when one of the gauges shows there may be a problem check the section...

Page 114: ...Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13566599 2020 CRC 5 29 19 114 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster Balanced Configuration ...

Page 115: ...the interactive display zones on the cluster 2 Press SEL to enter the Options menu 3 Scroll down to highlight Display Layout Then press SEL to select it 4 Each layout in the menu is represented by a small preview image of the display layout Scroll up or down and highlight the selection Press SEL to select the desired cluster configuration 5 Exit the Display Layout menu by pressing S Cluster Applic...

Page 116: ...le of the HUD image The vehicle must be in P Park Press SEL on the steering wheel controls while Head up Display Rotation is highlighted to enter Adjust Mode Press y or z to adjust the angle of the HUD display Press S or T to highlight OK then press SEL to save the setting Cancel can also be selected to cancel the setting Fav Button Options Press SEL while Fav Button Options is highlighted to sele...

Page 117: ...fuel gauge indicates about how much fuel is left in the tank There is an arrow near the fuel gauge pointing to the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on When the indicator nears empty the low fuel light comes on There still is a little fuel left but the vehicle should be refueled soon Here are four things that some owners ask about None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge At the service ...

Page 118: ...ing a heavy load It is normal for the reading to fluctuate If the gauge pointer reaches the warning area or the shaded thermostat symbol at the far end of the gauge and remains there for more than 30 seconds the engine coolant has overheated If the engine coolant has overheated pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so Then turn the engine off immediately See Engine Overheating...

Page 119: ...t Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system The system check includes the airbag sensor s the passenger sensing system the pretensioners the airbag modules the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module For more information on the airbag system see Airbag System 0 65 The airbag readiness light comes on for several seconds when the vehi...

Page 120: ...thing may be wrong with the airbag system To help avoid injury to yourself or others have the vehicle serviced right away See Airbag Readiness Light 0 119 for more information including important safety information Charging System Light The charging system light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on but the engine is not running as a check to show the light is working It should go out wh...

Page 121: ...g A malfunction has been detected that could damage the emission control system and increase vehicle emissions Diagnosis and service may be required To help prevent damage reduce vehicle speed and avoid hard accelerations and uphill grades If towing a trailer reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as possible If the light continues to flash find a safe place to park Turn the vehicle off a...

Page 122: ...en the ignition is in Service Mode Critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed If this happens the vehicle would not be ready for inspection and might require several days of routine driving before the system is ready for inspection This can happen if the 12 volt battery has recently been replaced or run down or if the vehicle has been recently serviced See your dealer if ...

Page 123: ...e system A message may also display in the Driver Information Center DIC If the light does not come on or remains flashing see your dealer Service Electric Parking Brake Light If this light comes on and stays on there is a problem with a system on the vehicle that is causing the parking brake system to work at a reduced level The vehicle can still be driven but should be taken to a dealer as soon ...

Page 124: ...ght comes on when the Tow Haul Mode has been activated See Tow Haul Mode 0 194 Winter Driving Mode Light This light comes on when Snow Ice mode is selected See Magnetic Ride Control 0 205 Lane Keep Assist LKA Light After the vehicle is started this light turns off and stays off if LKA has not been turned on or is unavailable If available this light is white if LKA is turned on but not ready to ass...

Page 125: ...ns off The traction off light comes on when the Traction Control System TCS has been turned off by pressing and releasing the TCS StabiliTrak ESC button This light and the StabiliTrak ESC OFF light come on when StabiliTrak Electronic Stability Control ESC is turned off If the TCS is off wheel spin is not limited Adjust driving accordingly See Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 0 201 Sta...

Page 126: ...e Warning Light This light comes on briefly while starting the vehicle If it does not have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the system is working normally the indicator light goes off Caution The engine coolant temperature warning light indicates that the vehicle has overheated Driving with this light on can damage the engine and it may not be covered by the vehicle warranty See Engine Overh...

Page 127: ...ble Add oil if required but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low have the Continued Caution Continued vehicle serviced Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil This light should come on briefly as the engine is started If it does not come on have the vehicle serviced by your dealer If the light comes on and stays on it means that oi...

Page 128: ...IntelliBeam Light This light comes on when the IntelliBeam system if equipped is enabled See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 147 Lamps On Reminder This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use except when only the Daytime Running Lamps DRL are active See Exterior Lamp Controls 0 147 Cruise Control Light The cruise control light is white when the cruise control is on and ready and turns green whe...

Page 129: ... back to the previous menu SEL Press to open a menu or select a menu item Press and hold to reset values on certain screens DIC Information Display Options The info displays on the DIC can be turned on or off through the Settings menu 1 Press SEL while viewing the Settings page in one of the interactive display zones on the cluster 2 Scroll to Info Pages and press SEL 3 Press y or z to move throug...

Page 130: ...s the current fuel economy in either liters per 100 kilometers L 100 km or miles per gallon mpg This number reflects only the approximate fuel economy that the vehicle has right now and changes frequently as driving conditions change Average Speed Shows the average speed of the vehicle in kilometers per hour km h or miles per hour mph This average is calculated based on the various vehicle speeds ...

Page 131: ...l life additional maintenance is recommended See Maintenance Schedule 0 329 The Oil Life display must be reset after each oil change It will not reset itself Do not reset the Oil Life display accidentally at any time other than when the oil has just been changed It cannot be reset accurately until the next oil change To reset the engine oil life system press and hold SEL for several seconds while ...

Page 132: ...ages in some vehicles The speedometer reading and other numerical values can be displayed in either English or metric units The language selection is changed through the radio and the units of measurement is changed through the instrument cluster See Vehicle Personalization 0 136 and Options under Instrument Cluster 0 114 HUD Display on the Windshield The HUD may display some of the following vehi...

Page 133: ...ss SEL on the steering wheel controls while Head up Display Rotation is highlighted to enter Adjust Mode Press y or z to adjust the angle of the HUD display Press S or T to highlight OK then press SEL to save the setting CANCEL can also be selected to cancel the setting The vehicle must be in P Park See Instrument Cluster 0 114 HUD Views There are four views in the HUD Some vehicle information and...

Page 134: ...icators from speed view along with rpm reading transmission positions and gear shift indicator if equipped Care of the HUD Clean the inside of the windshield to remove any dirt or film that could reduce the sharpness or clarity of the HUD image Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth sprayed with glass cleaner Wipe the lens gently then dry it HUD Troubleshooting If you cannot see the HUD image when t...

Page 135: ...Doors and Windows Seat Belts Airbag Systems Engine and Transmission Tire Pressure Battery Engine Power Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays when the vehicle s propulsion power is reduced A reduction in propulsion power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message is on but there is no observed reduction in performance proceed to your destination The performance ...

Page 136: ...zation Menus The following list of menu items may be available Time and Date Rear Seat Reminder Language Valet Mode Radio Vehicle Bluetooth Apple CarPlay Android Auto Voice Display Rear Camera Return to Factory Settings Software Information Detailed information for each menu follows Time and Date Manually set the time and date See Clock 0 108 Rear Seat Reminder This allows for a chime and a messag...

Page 137: ...d and ambient noise Select Off Low Medium Low Medium Medium High or High Maximum Startup Volume This feature sets the maximum startup volume If the vehicle is started and the volume is greater than this level the volume is adjusted to this level To set the maximum startup volume touch or to increase or decrease Vehicle Select and the following may display Climate and Air Quality Collision Detectio...

Page 138: ...ding Forward Collision Alert Lane Departure Warning and Park Assist alerts See Driver Assistance Systems 0 216 Select Beeps or Safety Alert Seat Forward Collision System This setting controls the vehicle response when detecting a vehicle ahead of you The Off setting disables all FCA and AEB functions With the Alert and Brake setting both FCA and AEB are available The Alert setting disables AEB See...

Page 139: ...the selection of the chime volume level Touch or to adjust the volume Hands Free Liftgate Control The liftgate may be operated with a kicking motion under the rear bumper See Liftgate 0 19 Select Off On Open and Close or On Open Only Reverse Tilt Mirror When on the driver and or passenger mirrors will tilt downward when the vehicle is shifted to R Reverse to improve visibility of the ground near t...

Page 140: ... doors To override the delay press the power door lock switch on the door Select Off or On Remote Lock Unlock Start Select and the following may display Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Lock Feedback Remote Door Unlock Relock Remotely Unlocked Doors Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Remote Start Auto Heat Seats Remote Window Operation Passive Door Unlock Passive Door Lock Remote Left in Vehicle Aler...

Page 141: ... be turned on or off and selects feedback See Remote Keyless Entry RKE System Operation 0 8 Select Off On with Horn Chirp or On Remote Left in Vehicle Alert This feature sounds an alert when the RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle This menu also enables Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert Select Off or On Bluetooth Select and the following may display Pair New Device Device Management Ringtones V...

Page 142: ...pt Length Audio Feedback Speed Confidence Threshold This feature allows the adjustment of the sensitivity of the speech recognition system Select Short or Long Prompt Length This feature adjusts the voice prompt length Select Short or Long Audio Feedback Speed This feature adjusts the audio feedback speed Select Slow Medium or Fast Display Select and the following may display Theme Proximity Sensi...

Page 143: ...re Vehicle Settings This allows selection of restoring vehicle settings Select Restore or Cancel Clear All Private Data This allows selection to clear all private information from the vehicle Select Delete or Cancel Restore Radio Settings This allows selection to restore radio settings Select Restore or Cancel Software Information Select to view the infotainment system current software information...

Page 144: ...perating between 433 434 MHz For questions or programming help see www homelink com gm Programming involves time sensitive actions and may time out causing the procedure to be repeated To program up to three devices 1 Hold the end of the hand held transmitter about 3 to 8 cm 1 to 3 in away from the Universal Remote system buttons with the indicator light in view The hand held transmitter was suppl...

Page 145: ...nd hold the same button a second time for three seconds then release it Again if the door does not move or the garage door lamp does not flash press and hold the same button a third time for three seconds then release it The Universal Remote system should now activate the garage door Repeat the process for programming the two remaining buttons Programming for Some Gate Operators For questions or p...

Page 146: ...rsal Remote System Buttons Erase all programmed buttons when vehicle ownership is terminated To erase 1 Press and hold the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash This should take about 10 seconds 2 Release both buttons Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons 1 Press and hold any one of the buttons Do not release the button...

Page 147: ...unning Lamps DRL Turning the headlamp control to P again will turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on AUTO Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off depending on outside lighting Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps except the headlamps 2 Turns on the headlamps together with the parking lamps and instrument panel lights When the headlamps are turned on while the vehicle is on...

Page 148: ...m can be disabled by the high low beam changer or the flash to pass feature If this happens the high low beam changer must be activated on then off within two seconds to reactivate the IntelliBeam system The instrument cluster light will come on to indicate the IntelliBeam is reactivated See Headlamp High Low Beam Changer 0 149 and Flash to Pass 0 149 The high beams may not turn off automatically ...

Page 149: ...matic position To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you then release it If the headlamps are in the automatic position or on low beam the high beam headlamps will turn on They will stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you The high beam indicator on the instrument cluster will come on Release the lever to return to normal operation Daytime Running Lamps DRL DRL can make it easier for...

Page 150: ...a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay If the vehicle is started in a dark garage the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately Once the vehicle leaves the garage it takes approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change if it is bright enough outside During that delay the instrument cluster may not be as bright as usual Make sure the instrument panel brigh...

Page 151: ...times if Tow Haul Mode is active Holding the turn signal lever for more than one second will cause the turn signals to flash until the lever is released The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on a signal bulb could be burned out Replace any burned out bulbs If a bulb is not burned out che...

Page 152: ...exterior lamp control D Move the thumbwheel up or down to brighten or dim the lights The brightness of the displays automatically adjusts based on outdoor lighting The instrument panel illumination control will set the lowest level to which the displays will be automatically adjusted Dome Lamps There are dome lamps in the overhead console and the headliner if equipped To change the dome lamp setti...

Page 153: ...as with limited lighting when K is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter When a door is opened the interior lamps come on if the dome lamp control is in the DOOR position After about 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn off Entry lighting can be disabled manually by changing the ignition out of the OFF position or by pressing the RKE transmitter Q button This feature can be changed See...

Page 154: ... when several of the following are on such as headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger climate control fan at high speed heated seats engine cooling fans trailer loads and loads plugged into accessory power outlets EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the battery It does this by balancing the generator s output and the vehicle s electrical needs It can increase engine idle speed ...

Page 155: ...phone navigation system Rear Seat Entertainment RSE and voice or speech recognition if equipped It also includes information on settings Active Noise Cancellation ANC If equipped ANC reduces engine noise in the vehicle s interior ANC requires the factory installed audio system radio speakers amplifier if equipped induction system and exhaust system to work properly Deactivation is required by your...

Page 156: ...utomatic Climate Control System The climate control buttons on the center stack and on the climate control display are used to adjust the heating cooling and ventilation Center Stack Climate Controls 1 Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls 2 Fan Control 3 OFF Fan 4 Driver and Passenger Heated and Cooled Seats 5 Recirculation 6 Rear Window Defogger 7 Defrost 8 AUTO Automatic Operation Climate C...

Page 157: ...utomatic Operation The system automatically controls the fan speed air delivery air conditioning and recirculation in order to heat or cool the vehicle to the desired temperature When the indicator light is on or AUTO is displayed on the touch screen the system is in full automatic operation If the air delivery mode or fan setting is manually adjusted the auto indicator turns off and the display w...

Page 158: ... Operation z 9 y Touch the fan controls on the climate control display or press the fan control buttons to increase or decrease the fan speed Touch or press and hold the fan controls to adjust speed more quickly The fan speed setting displays Any adjustment of the fan speed cancels automatic fan control and the fan can be controlled manually Press AUTO to return to automatic operation To turn off ...

Page 159: ...matic operation recirculation runs automatically as needed Manual recirculation mode is not available when in Defrost or Defog modes Auto Defog The climate control system uses a sensor to automatically detect high humidity inside the vehicle When high humidity is detected the climate control system may adjust to outside air supply turn on the air conditioner and direct more air to the windshield I...

Page 160: ...n The climate control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely The system uses the driver s previous settings to heat or cool the inside of the vehicle The rear defog may come on during remote start based on cold ambient conditions The rear defog indicator light does not come on during a remote start If equipped with heated or cooled seats they may come on during a remote start See Remo...

Page 161: ...front climate control display to open the rear climate control screen The rear climate control settings can now be adjusted from the front passenger area O Press O or REAR O to turn the rear climate control system on or off If the rear climate control system is turned off using REAR O on the rear climate display the O button and the temperature or air delivery mode buttons on the rear climate cont...

Page 162: ...on the rear climate display or on the rear of the center console to increase or decrease the airflow Pressing A when the system is off will turn the system on The air delivery mode remains in its previous setting w x Touch or press and hold the rear temperature controls on the rear climate display or on the rear of the center console to adjust the rear passenger temperature Press w for warmer air ...

Page 163: ...ont seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively Use of non GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter reduces the dust pollen and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled ...

Page 164: ...erant used in the vehicle The refrigerant system should only be serviced by trained and certified technicians The air conditioning evaporator should never be repaired or replaced by one from a salvage vehicle It should only be replaced by a new evaporator to ensure proper and safe operation During service all refrigerants should be reclaimed with proper equipment Venting refrigerants directly to t...

Page 165: ...8 Running the Vehicle While Parked 188 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission 189 Manual Mode 191 Tow Haul Mode 194 Drive Systems Four Wheel Drive 194 Brakes Antilock Brake System ABS 198 Parking Brake 199 Electric Parking Brake 199 Brake Assist 201 Hill Start Assist HSA 201 Ride Control Systems Traction Control Electronic Stability Control 201 Driver Mode Control 203 Magnetic Ride Control ...

Page 166: ...itions are appropriate use cruise control Always follow posted speed limits or drive more slowly when conditions require Keep vehicle tires properly inflated Combine several trips into a single trip Replace the vehicle s tires with the same TPC Spec number molded into the tire s sidewall near the size Follow recommended scheduled maintenance Distracted Driving Distraction comes in many forms and c...

Page 167: ...mation on that system or the navigation system if equipped including pairing and using a cell phone Defensive Driving Defensive driving means always expect the unexpected The first step in driving defensively is to wear the seat belt See Seat Belts 0 55 Assume that other road users pedestrians bicyclists and other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and...

Page 168: ...has electric power steering It does not have power steering fluid Regular maintenance is not required If power steering assist is lost due to a system malfunction the vehicle can be steered but may require increased effort See your dealer if there is a problem If the steering assist is used for an extended period of time while the vehicle is not moving power assist may be reduced If the steering w...

Page 169: ...olling Steering or Cornering Skid too much speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering 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 those conditions But skids are always possible If the vehicle starts to slide follow these suggest...

Page 170: ...fluid levels and check inflation pressure in all tires including the spare if equipped Read all the information about four wheel drive vehicles in this manual Know the local laws that apply to off road driving To gain more ground clearance if needed it may be necessary to remove the front fascia lower air dam if equipped However driving without the air dam reduces fuel economy Caution Operating th...

Page 171: ...ive on steep hills Before driving on a hill assess the steepness traction and obstructions If the terrain ahead cannot be seen get out of the vehicle and walk the hill before driving further When driving on hills Use a low gear and keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Maintain a slow speed When possible drive straight up or down the hill Slow down when approaching the top of the hill Use headlam...

Page 172: ...phill when the vehicle stalls shift to R Reverse release the parking brake and back straight down Never try to turn the vehicle around If the hill is steep enough to stall the vehicle it is steep enough to cause it to roll over If you cannot make it up the hill back straight down the hill Never back down a hill in N Neutral using only the brake The vehicle can roll backward quickly and you could l...

Page 173: ...n sand On loose sand such as on beaches or sand dunes the tires tend to sink into the sand This affects steering accelerating and braking Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers Traction is reduced on hard packed snow and ice and it is easy to lose control Reduce vehicle speed when driving on hard packed snow and ice Warning Driving on frozen lakes ponds or rivers can be...

Page 174: ...n these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through large puddles and deep standing or flowing water Warning Wet brakes can cause crashes They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle After driving through a large puddle of water or a car vehicle wash lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally Flowi...

Page 175: ...Neutral or with the ignition off is dangerous This can cause overheating of the brakes and loss of steering assist Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear Drive at speeds that keep the vehicle in its own lane Do not swing wide or cross the center line Be alert on top of hills something could be in your lane e g stalled car crash Pay attention to special road signs e g falling rocks ...

Page 176: ...tains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled It can cause unconsciousness and even death If the vehicle is stuck in snow Clear snow from the base of the vehicle especially any blocking the exhaust pipe Open a window about 5 cm 2 in on the vehicle side that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the climate control ...

Page 177: ...eel Drive High Turn the TCS off Shift back and forth between R Reverse and a forward gear spinning the wheels as little as possible To prevent transmission wear wait until the wheels stop spinning before shifting gears Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that could free the vehicle If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries it might ...

Page 178: ...t and rear axles See Certification Tire Label later in this section Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from...

Page 179: ...pant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 2 136 kg 300 lbs 3 Available Occupant and Cargo Weight 317 kg 700 lbs Example 2 1 Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 68 kg 150 lbs 5 136 kg 750 lbs 3 Available Cargo Weight 113 kg 250 lbs Example 3 1 Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 453 kg 1 000 lbs 2 Subtract Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs 3 Av...

Page 180: ... and rear axles weigh the vehicle at a weigh station Your dealer can help with this Be sure to spread the load equally on both sides of the center line The warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading The label will help determine how much cargo and installed equipment the vehicle can carry Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change...

Page 181: ...xle Automatic Level Control See Automatic Level Control 0 205 If a weight distributing hitch is being used it is recommended to allow the shocks to inflate thereby leveling the vehicle prior to adjusting the height See Hitches under Towing Equipment 0 244 Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break In Caution The vehicle does not need an elaborate break in But it will perform better in the long run i...

Page 182: ...k Press the top of the switch to move the pedals closer to your body Press the bottom of the switch to move the pedals away Before you start driving fully press the brake pedal to confirm the adjustment is right for you The vehicle may have a memory function which lets pedal settings be saved and recalled See Memory Seats 0 43 Ignition Positions The vehicle is equipped with Keyless Access and has ...

Page 183: ... does not work the vehicle needs service If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly This may deplete power assist requiring increased brake pedal force 2 Shift the vehicle to N Neutral This can be done while the vehicle is moving After shifting to N Neutral firmly apply the brakes and steer the vehicle to a safe locati...

Page 184: ... ignition off Starting the Engine Move the shift lever to P Park or N Neutral The engine will not start in any other position To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving use N Neutral only Caution Do not try to shift to P Park if the vehicle is moving If you do you could damage the transmission Shift to P Park only when the vehicle is stopped Caution If you add electrical parts or acc...

Page 185: ...ned from on to off the following features if equipped will continue to function for up to 10 minutes or until the driver door is opened These features will also work when the ignition is in RUN or ACC ACCESSORY Infotainment System Power Windows during RAP this functionality will be lost when any door is opened Sunroof during RAP this functionality will be lost when any door is opened Auxiliary Pow...

Page 186: ... you move the shift lever into P Park hold the regular brake pedal down Then see if you can move the shift lever away from P Park without first pulling it toward you If you can it means that the shift lever was not fully locked into P Park Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift the transmission into P Park properly the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the park...

Page 187: ...e engine to operate on either all or half of its cylinders depending on the driving conditions When less power is required such as cruising at a constant vehicle speed the system will operate in 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 maintai...

Page 188: ...ired Continued Warning Continued There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed If unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle Drive it only with the windows completely down Have the vehicle repaired immediately Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area suc...

Page 189: ...le when the engine is running If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are on fairly level ground always set the parking brake and move the shift lever to P Park See Shifting Into Park 0 185 and Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips 0 235 Warning If you have four wheel drive the vehicle wil...

Page 190: ...Use D Drive and Tow Haul Mode when towing a trailer carrying a heavy load driving on steep hills or driving off road Shift the transmission to a lower gear selection if the transmission shifts too often Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding See Skidding under Loss of Control 0 169 The vehicle has a shift stabilization feature that adjusts the transmissi...

Page 191: ...assists in maintaining desired vehicle speeds when driving on downhill grades by using the engine and transmission to slow the vehicle The first time the system engages for each ignition cycle a DIC message will be displayed To disable or enable Normal Mode Grade Braking within the current ignition cycle press and hold the Tow Haul button for five seconds When the button is released the requested ...

Page 192: ...ber are available As driving conditions change the transmission can automatically shift to lower gears For example when 5 Fifth is selected 1 First through 5 Fifth gears are automatically shifted by the transmission but 6 Sixth cannot be used until the plus minus button on the shift lever is used to change to the range When the shift lever is moved from D Drive to L Manual Mode a downshift may occ...

Page 193: ...e Tow Haul engaged L7 L7 L6 L5 L4 L3 L3 L3 L2 L1 Grade Braking is not available when Range Selection Mode is active See Tow Haul Mode 0 194 While using Range Selection Mode cruise control and the Tow Haul Mode can be used Caution Spinning the tires or holding the vehicle in one place on a hill using only the accelerator pedal may damage the transmission The repair will not be covered by the vehicl...

Page 194: ...ection Mode See Tow Haul Mode listed previously and Manual Mode 0 191 Tow Haul Mode Grade Braking assists in maintaining desired vehicle speeds when driving on downhill grades by using the engine and transmission to slow the vehicle To disable or enable Tow Haul Grade Braking within the current ignition cycle press and hold the Tow Haul button for five seconds When the button is released the reque...

Page 195: ... turned on The light that remains on will indicate the state of the transfer case If the indicator mark on the switch does not match up with the light then that likely means the switch was moved when the ignition was off The indicator mark on the switch must line up with the indicator light before a shift can be commanded To command a shift rotate the transfer case switch to the new desired positi...

Page 196: ...r AUTO position at any speed except from 4 n The indicator light will flash while shifting and will remain on when the shift is completed Shifting Into 2 m Turn the knob to 2 m at any speed except when shifting from 4 n The indicator light will flash while shifting and will remain on when the shift is completed Shifting Into 4 n When 4 n is engaged keep vehicle speed below 72 km h 45 mph To shift ...

Page 197: ...e and press and hold the brake pedal See Parking Brake 0 199 or Electric Parking Brake 0 199 3 Start the vehicle or turn the ignition on 4 Shift the transmission to N Neutral 5 Shift the transfer case to 2 m 6 Turn the transfer case knob clockwise to N Neutral until it stops and hold it there until the N Neutral light starts blinking This will take at least 10 seconds Then slowly release the knob ...

Page 198: ...ile this test is going on and the brake pedal may move slightly This is normal If there is a problem with ABS this warning light stays on See Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 0 123 ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot on the brake pedal and does not always decrease stopping distance If you get too close to the vehicle ahead there will not be enough time to apply the brakes if t...

Page 199: ...off before driving To release the parking brake hold the regular brake pedal down then push down momentarily on the parking brake pedal until you feel the pedal release Slowly pull your foot up off the parking brake pedal If the parking brake is not released when you begin to drive a DIC message will appear and a chime will sound warning you that the parking brake is still on Electric Parking Brak...

Page 200: ... is pulled If the switch is pulled until the vehicle comes to a stop the EPB will remain applied The vehicle may automatically apply the EPB in some situations when the vehicle is not moving This is normal and is done to periodically check the correct operation of the EPB system If the EPB fails to apply block the rear wheels to prevent vehicle movement EPB Release To release the EPB 1 Turn the ig...

Page 201: ...edal release to accelerator pedal apply The brakes release when the accelerator pedal is applied or automatically release after a few seconds The brakes may also release under other conditions Do not rely on HSA to hold the vehicle HSA is available when the vehicle is facing uphill in a forward gear or when facing downhill in R Reverse The vehicle must come to a complete stop on a grade for HSA to...

Page 202: ...transfer case if equipped is in Four Wheel Drive Low the stability system is automatically disabled g comes on and the appropriate message will appear on the DIC Both traction control and StabiliTrak are automatically disabled in this condition The indicator light for both systems is in the instrument cluster This light will Flash when TCS is limiting wheel spin Flash when StabiliTrak is activated...

Page 203: ...rument cluster turn off StabiliTrak will automatically turn on if the vehicle exceeds 56 km h 35 mph Traction control will remain off The vehicle has a Trailer Sway Control TSC feature and a Hill Start Assist HSA feature See Trailer Sway Control TSC 0 247 or Hill Start Assist HSA 0 201 Adding accessories can affect the vehicle performance See Accessories and Modifications 0 252 Driver Mode Control...

Page 204: ...gnetic Ride Control will change to provide better cornering performance When selected the Sport Mode indicator will display in the DIC 6 Snow Ice Mode Use when more traction is needed during slippery conditions The vehicle will upshift normally when the vehicle is moving The acceleration will adjust to help provide a smoother launch When selected the Snow Ice Mode indicator will display in the DIC...

Page 205: ...can give more traction on snow mud ice sand or gravel It works like a standard axle most of the time but when traction is low this feature will allow the rear wheel with the most traction to move the vehicle Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension comes as a part of the Magnetic Ride Control system This type of level control is fully automatic and will provide a better ...

Page 206: ... collision alert occurs when cruise control is activated cruise control is disengaged See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 224 When road conditions allow you to safely use it again the cruise control can be turned back on If the brakes are applied cruise control disengages J Press to turn the system on and off A white indicator appears in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on RES If ...

Page 207: ...Speed While Cruise Control is at a Set Speed If the cruise control system is already activated Press and hold SET down until the desired lower speed is reached then release it To decrease the vehicle speed in small increments press SET down briefly For each press the vehicle goes about 1 km h 1 mph slower The speedometer reading can be displayed in either English or metric units See Instrument Clu...

Page 208: ...ime or distance between your vehicle and a vehicle detected directly ahead in your path moving in the same direction If no vehicle is detected in your path ACC works like regular cruise control If a vehicle is detected in your path ACC can speed up the vehicle or apply limited moderate braking to maintain the selected following gap To disengage ACC apply the brake If the Traction Control System TC...

Page 209: ...s to accelerate If ACC is already engaged use to increase vehicle speed SET Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate ACC If ACC is already engaged use to decrease vehicle speed Press to disengage ACC without erasing the selected set speed Press to select a following gap time or distance setting for ACC of Far Medium or Near The speedometer reading can be displayed in either Eng...

Page 210: ...s moving ACC will not set at a speed less than 25 km h 15 mph although it can be resumed when driving at lower speeds To set ACC while moving 1 Press J 2 Get up to the desired speed 3 Press and release SET 4 Remove your foot from the accelerator After ACC is set it may immediately apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead is detected closer than the selected following gap The ACC indicator displays on t...

Page 211: ...d briefly hold RES up For each press the vehicle speed increases by 5 km h 5 mph When it is determined there is no vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is beyond the selected following gap the vehicle speed will increase to the set speed The set speed can also be increased while the vehicle is stopped If stopped with the brake applied press RES until the desired set speed is displayed If ACC is hold...

Page 212: ...sensitivity Far Medium or Near for the Forward Collision Alert FCA feature See Forward Collision Alert FCA System 0 224 Alerting the Driver If ACC is engaged driver action may be required when ACC cannot apply sufficient braking when approaching a vehicle too rapidly When this condition occurs the collision alert symbol on the HUD will flash on the windshield Either eight beeps will sound from the...

Page 213: ...vailable The ACC active indicator will turn white when ACC is no longer active In some cases when ACC will not activate regular Cruise Control may be used See Switching Between ACC and Regular Cruise Control previously in this section Always consider driving conditions before using either cruise control system Notification to Resume ACC ACC will maintain a following gap behind a detected vehicle a...

Page 214: ...arning The ACC will not automatically apply the brakes if your foot is resting on the accelerator pedal You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you Curves in the Road Warning On curves ACC may not detect a vehicle ahead in your lane You could be startled if the vehicle accelerates up to the set speed especially when following a vehicle exiting or entering exit ramps You could lose control of the v...

Page 215: ...nd other stationary objects when entering or exiting a curve This is normal operation The vehicle does not need service Other Vehicle Lane Changes ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead until it is completely in the lane The brakes may need to be manually applied Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When Towing a Trailer Do not use ACC when driving on steep hills or when towing a trailer ACC will not detect a...

Page 216: ...educe crash damage while driving backing and parking Read this entire section before using these systems Warning Do not rely on the Driver Assistance Systems These systems do not replace the need for paying attention and driving safely You may not hear or feel alerts or warnings provided by these systems Failure to use proper care when driving may result in injury death or vehicle damage See Defen...

Page 217: ...erformance Driver Information Center DIC messages may display when the systems are unavailable or blocked Front and rear bumpers and the area below the bumpers Front grille and headlamps Front camera lens in the front grille or near the front emblem Front side and rear side panels Outside of the windshield in front of the rearview mirror Side camera lens on the bottom of the outside mirrors Rear s...

Page 218: ...ea displayed is limited and objects that are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper do not display A warning triangle may display to show that Rear Park Assist RPA has detected an object This triangle changes from amber to red and increases in size the closer the object Surround Vision If equipped Surround Vision displays an image of the area surrounding the vehicle along with th...

Page 219: ... actual distances Do not drive or park the vehicle using only these camera s Always check behind and around the vehicle before driving Failure to use proper care may result in injury death or vehicle damage Park Assist With Front and Rear Park Assist as the vehicle moves at speeds of less than 8 km h 5 mph the sensors on the bumpers may detect objects up to 1 2 m 4 ft in front and 2 5 m 8 ft behin...

Page 220: ...g RAB The Backing Warning part of this system can warn of rear objects when backing up at speeds greater than 8 km h 5 mph The Backing Warning System will beep once from the rear when an object is first detected or pulse twice on both sides of the Safety Alert Seat When the system detects a potential crash beeps will be heard from the rear or five pulses will be felt on both sides of the Safety Al...

Page 221: ...RVC and check the area around the vehicle to make sure it is safe to proceed Rear Cross Traffic Alert RCTA If equipped when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse RCTA shows a red warning triangle with a left or right pointing arrow on the infotainment display to warn of traffic coming from the left or right This system detects objects coming from up to 20 m 65 ft from the left or right side of the...

Page 222: ...rucks or objects below ground level such as large potholes Always verify that the parking space is appropriate for parking a vehicle APA does not respond to changes in the parking space such as movement of an adjacent vehicle or a person or object entering the parking space APA does not detect or avoid traffic that is behind or alongside of the vehicle Always be prepared to stop the vehicle during...

Page 223: ...ly disengaged and automatic steering will turn off A progress arrow displays the status of the parking maneuver Depending on the space size additional maneuvers may be required and there will be additional instructions When changing gears allow the automatic steering to complete before continuing the parking maneuver Upon successful completion of a maneuver APA will beep and display a PARKING COMP...

Page 224: ... vehicle ahead too rapidly or when following a vehicle too closely FCA may not provide a warning with enough time to help avoid a crash It also may not provide any warning at all FCA does not warn of pedestrians animals signs guardrails bridges construction barrels or other objects Be ready to take action and apply the brakes See Defensive Driving 0 167 FCA can be disabled with either the FCA stee...

Page 225: ... occurs the brake system may prepare for driver braking to occur more rapidly which can cause a brief mild deceleration Continue to apply the brake pedal as needed Cruise control may be disengaged when the Collision Alert occurs Tailgating Alert The vehicle ahead indicator will display amber when you are following a vehicle ahead much too closely Selecting the Alert Timing The Collision Alert cont...

Page 226: ...ency Braking AEB If the vehicle has Forward Collision Alert FCA it also has AEB which includes Intelligent Brake Assist IBA When the system detects a vehicle ahead in your path that is traveling in the same direction that you may be about to crash into it can provide a boost to braking or automatically brake the vehicle This can help avoid or lessen the severity of crashes when driving in a forwar...

Page 227: ...ride AEB firmly press the accelerator pedal if it is safe to do so Intelligent Brake Assist IBA IBA may activate when the brake pedal is applied quickly by providing a boost to braking based on the speed of approach and distance to a vehicle ahead Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal movement during this time is normal and the brake pedal should continue to be applied as needed IBA will automatic...

Page 228: ...with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the side blind zone or spot areas or with vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behind The LCA warning display will light up in the corresponding outside side mirror and will flash if the turn signal is on Warning LCA does not alert the driver to vehicles outside of the system detection zones pedestrians bicyclists or ani...

Page 229: ...calibrate to maximum performance This calibration may occur more quickly if the vehicle is driven on a straight highway road with traffic and roadside objects e g guardrails barriers LCA displays may not come on when passing a vehicle quickly for a stopped vehicle or when towing a trailer The LCA detection zones that extend back from the side of the vehicle do not move further back when a trailer ...

Page 230: ... the vehicle It may not keep the vehicle in the lane or give a Lane Departure Warning LDW alert even if a lane marking is detected The LKA and LDW systems may not Provide an alert or enough steering assist to avoid a lane departure or crash Detect lane markings under poor weather or visibility conditions This can occur if the windshield or headlamps are blocked by dirt snow or ice if they are not ...

Page 231: ... on the lane departure direction Take Steering The LKA system does not continuously steer the vehicle If LKA does not detect active driver steering an alert and chime may be provided Steer the vehicle to dismiss LKA may become temporarily unavailable after repeated take steering alerts When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The system performance may be affected by Close vehicles ahead Sud...

Page 232: ...y will be reduced and an audible knocking noise may be heard If this occurs use petrol rated at 95 RON as soon as possible otherwise the engine could be damaged If heavy knocking is heard when using unleaded petrol rated at 95 RON the engine needs service Prohibited Fuels Caution Do not use fuels with any of the following conditions doing so may damage the vehicle and void its warranty Fuel with a...

Page 233: ...s on See Fuel Gauge 0 117 Warning Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death Follow these guidelines to help avoid injuries to you and others Read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island Turn off the engine when refueling Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not leave the fuel pump unattended Avoid using electronic devices while re...

Page 234: ...ping before removing the fill nozzle Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible See Exterior Care 0 319 Push the fuel door closed until it latches Warning If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the fill nozzle Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant Leave the area immediately Filling the Tank with a Portable Fuel Container ...

Page 235: ...ill nozzle in contact with the inside of the fill opening before operating the nozzle Maintain contact until filling is complete Keep sparks flames and smoking materials away from fuel Do not use electronic devices while pumping fuel Trailer Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance wit...

Page 236: ... laws that apply to trailer towing These requirements vary from state to state State laws may require the use of extended side view mirrors Even if not required you should install extended side view mirrors if your visibility is limited or restricted while towing Do not tow a trailer during the first 800 km 500 mi of vehicle use to prevent damage to the engine axle or other parts It is recommended...

Page 237: ...ailer requires experience The combination of the vehicle and trailer is longer and not as responsive as the vehicle itself Get used to the handling and braking of the combination by driving on a level road surface before driving on public roads The trailer structure the tires and the brakes must be all be rated to carry the intended cargo Inadequate trailer equipment can cause the combination to o...

Page 238: ...rns well in advance Do not steer or brake suddenly Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downhill grade If the transmission is not shifted down the brakes may overheat and result in reduced braking efficiency The vehicle can tow in D Drive Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and or hil...

Page 239: ...icle slides into the water If the boat launch surface is slippery have the driver remain in the vehicle with the brake pedal applied while the boat is being launched The boat launch can be especially slippery at low tide when part of the ramp was previously submerged at high tide Do not back onto the ramp to Continued Warning Continued launch the boat if you are not sure the vehicle can maintain t...

Page 240: ...e vehicle can be shifted from four wheel drive high Shift into the drive mode that is appropriate for the road conditions Caution If the vehicle tires begin to spin and the vehicle begins to slide toward the water remove your foot from the accelerator pedal and apply the brake pedal Seek help to have the vehicle towed up the ramp Maintenance when Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often...

Page 241: ...s are required based on your trailer s weight The only way to be sure the weight is not exceeding any of these ratings is to weigh the tow vehicle and trailer combination fully loaded for the trip getting individual weights for each of these items Warning You and others could be seriously injured or killed if the trailer is too heavy or the trailer brakes are inadequate for the load The vehicle ma...

Page 242: ...d Limits 0 177 When calculating the GVWR with a trailer attached the trailer tongue weight must be included as part of the weight the vehicle is carrying Maximum Trailer Weight The maximum trailer weight rating is calculated assuming only the driver is in the tow vehicle and it has all the required trailering equipment The weight of additional optional equipment passengers and cargo in the tow veh...

Page 243: ...anual for the recommended trailer tongue weight for each trailer Never exceed the maximum loads for your vehicle hitch and trailer The trailer load balance percentage is calculated as weight 1 divided by weight 2 times 100 After loading the trailer separately weigh the trailer and then the trailer tongue and calculate the trailer load balance percentage to see if the weights and distribution are a...

Page 244: ...arge trucks going by and rough roads can affect the trailer and the hitch Proper hitch equipment for your vehicle helps maintain control of the vehicle trailer combination Many trailers can be towed using a weight carrying hitch which has a coupler latched to the hitch ball or a tow eye latched to a pintle hook Other trailers may require a weight distributing hitch that uses spring bars to distrib...

Page 245: ...front fender height above the front axle distance 2 before and after connecting trailer Adjust the spring bars until the front fender height distance 2 is approximately half way between the first and second measurements If equipped with Automatic Level Control 0 205 it is recommended to allow the shocks to inflate leveling the vehicle prior to adjusting the hitch Tires Do not tow a trailer while u...

Page 246: ...n pin universal heavy duty trailer connector available through your dealer Use only a round seven wire connector with flat blade terminals meeting SAE J2863 specifications for proper electrical connectivity The seven wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Grey Left Stop Turn Signal Green Violet Right Stop Turn Signal Grey Brown Taillamps White Ground White Green Back up Lamps ...

Page 247: ...fic in busy parking lots Operating the vehicle in Tow Haul Mode when lightly loaded or not towing will not cause damage however it is not recommended and may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics and reduced fuel economy Trailer Sway Control TSC Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Trailer Sway Control TSC feature Trailer sway is unintended side to side motion of a trail...

Page 248: ...ms if equipped Messages related to trailer connections or trailer brakes could appear on the DIC The effects of these aftermarket devices on vehicle handling or trailer brake performance is not known Warning Use of aftermarket electronic trailer sway control devices could result in reduced trailer brake performance loss of trailer brakes or other malfunctions and result in a crash You or others co...

Page 249: ...ading is another leading cause of trailer tire blow outs Never load your trailer with more weight than the tires are designed to support The load rating is located on the trailer tire sidewall Always know the maximum speed rating for the trailer tires before driving This may be significantly lower than the vehicle tire speed rating The speed rating may be on the trailer tire sidewall If the speed ...

Page 250: ... would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Always check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment Add on equipment can drain the vehicle s 12 volt battery even if the vehicle is not operating The vehicle has an airbag system Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle see Servicing the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 75 and Adding Equipment to the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 7...

Page 251: ...s 273 Headlamp Aiming Front Headlamp Aiming 274 Bulb Replacement Bulb Replacement 274 LED Lighting 274 License Plate Lamp 275 Electrical System Electrical System Overload 275 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 276 Engine Compartment Fuse Block 276 Instrument Panel Fuse Block Right 281 Instrument Panel Fuse Block Left 283 Rear Compartment Fuse Block 286 Wheels and Tires Tires 287 All Season Tires 288 Winte...

Page 252: ...ntrol and stability control These accessories or modifications could even cause malfunction or damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to suspension components caused by modifying vehicle height outside of factory settings will not be covered by the vehicle warranty Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the installation or use of non GM certified parts including co...

Page 253: ...g the Airbag Equipped Vehicle 0 75 Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed Caution Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids reservoir caps or dipsticks Hood Warning Turn the vehicle off before opening the hood If the engine is running with the hood open you o...

Page 254: ... tools are removed 2 Pull the hood down until the spring system is no longer holding up the hood 3 Allow the hood to fall Check to make sure the hood is latched completely Repeat this process with additional force if necessary Warning Do not drive the vehicle if the hood is not latched completely The hood could open fully block your vision and cause a crash You or others could be injured Always cl...

Page 255: ...Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13566599 2020 CRC 5 29 19 VEHICLE CARE 255 Engine Compartment Overview ...

Page 256: ... Right Engine Oil in this section Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level See Checking Engine Oil and When to Add Engine Oil in this section Change the engine oil at the appropriate time See Engine Oil Life System 0 258 Always dispose of engine oil properly See What to Do with Used Oil in this section Checking Engine Oil If equipped the ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL message...

Page 257: ...ities and Specifications 0 340 Caution Do not add too much oil Oil levels above or below the acceptable operating range shown on the dipstick are harmful to the engine If the oil level is above the operating range i e the engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the cross hatched area that shows the proper operating range the engine could be damaged Drain the excess oil or limit drivin...

Page 258: ...t If you change your own oil be sure to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal Never dispose of oil by putting it in the trash or pouring it on the ground into sewers or into streams or bodies of water Recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil Engine Oil Life System When to Change Engine Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil ...

Page 259: ...e The oil life system can also be reset as follows 1 Display OIL LIFE on the DIC See Driver Information Center DIC 0 129 2 Fully press and release the accelerator pedal three times within five seconds If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message is not on the system is reset The system is reset when the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message is off If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message comes back on when the veh...

Page 260: ... engine running with the engine air cleaner filter housing open Before removing the engine air cleaner filter make sure that the engine air cleaner filter housing and nearby components are free of dirt and debris Remove the engine air cleaner filter Lightly tap and shake the engine air cleaner filter away from the vehicle to release loose dust and dirt Inspect the engine air cleaner filter for dam...

Page 261: ...mes may be present if the engine backfires Caution If the air cleaner filter is off dirt can easily get into the engine which could damage it Always have the air cleaner filter in place when driving Cooling System The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature 1 Coolant Surge Tank 2 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap 3 Engine Cooling Fan Warning An underhood electric...

Page 262: ...outside temperature Gives boiling protection up to 129 C 265 F engine temperature Protects against rust and corrosion Will not damage aluminum parts Helps keep the proper engine temperature Caution Do not use anything other than a mix of DEX COOL coolant that meets GM Standard GMW3420 and clean drinkable water Anything else can cause damage to the engine cooling system and the vehicle which would ...

Page 263: ... The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned Warning Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system are under pressure Turning the pressure cap even a little can cause them to come out at high speed and you could be burned Never turn the cap when the cooling system including the pressure cap is hot Wait for the cooling system and pressure cap to cool Caution Failure to foll...

Page 264: ...e engine cooling system This can cause a loss of all coolant and can damage the system and vehicle Have any leaks fixed right away The vehicle has several indicators to warn of engine overheating There is a coolant temperature gauge in the vehicle s instrument cluster See Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge 0 118 In addition there are ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE and EN...

Page 265: ...longer in the overheat zone or an overheat warning no longer displays the vehicle can be driven Continue to drive the vehicle slowly for about 10 minutes Keep a safe vehicle distance from the vehicle in front If the warning does not come back on continue to drive normally and have the cooling system checked for proper fill and function If the warning continues pull over stop and park the vehicle r...

Page 266: ...sher symbol on it Add washer fluid until the tank is full See Engine Compartment Overview 0 255 for reservoir location Caution Do not use washer fluid that contains any type of water repellent coating This can cause the wiper blades to chatter or skip Do not use engine coolant antifreeze in the windshield washer It can damage the windshield washer system and paint Do not mix water with ready to us...

Page 267: ...Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel This could be a sign that brake service may be required Replacing Brake System Parts Always replace brake system parts with new approved replacement parts If this is not done the brakes may not work properly The braking performance expected can change in many other...

Page 268: ...ervals to prevent increased stopping distance See Maintenance Schedule 0 329 Checking Brake Fluid Check brake fluid by looking at the brake fluid reservoir See Engine Compartment Overview 0 255 The fluid level should be above MIN If it is not have the brake hydraulic system checked to see if there is a leak After work is done on the brake hydraulic system make sure the level is above MIN but not o...

Page 269: ...You can be hurt badly if you are not careful Follow instructions carefully when working around a battery Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds which can cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage Infrequent Usage Remove the black negative cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down Extended Storage Remove ...

Page 270: ...vercome the seals and contaminate the fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and or drive axles and should be replaced Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check the rear axle fluid unless a leak is suspected or an unusual noise is heard A fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired This service can be complex See y...

Page 271: ...ke and P Park Mechanism Check Warning When you are doing this check the vehicle could begin to move You or others could be injured and property could be damaged Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to roll Be ready to apply the regular brake at once should the vehicle begin to move Park on a fairly steep hill with the vehicle facing downhill Keeping your foot on the re...

Page 272: ... end of the wiper arm 4 Remove the wiper blade 5 Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper blade replacement Rear Wiper Blade Replacement To replace the rear wiper blade 1 With the rear wiper in the off position open the liftglass to access the rear wiper arm blade The rear wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position so use care when pulling it away from the vehicle 2 Push the release lever 2 to disengage ...

Page 273: ... or they may not work at all See your dealer for proper windshield replacement Gas Strut s This vehicle is equipped with gas strut s to provide assistance in lifting and holding open the hood trunk liftgate system in full open position Warning If the gas struts that hold open the hood trunk and or liftgate fail you or others could be seriously injured Take the vehicle to your dealer for service im...

Page 274: ...aim may be affected If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary see your dealer Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bulbs or any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section contact your dealer Caution Do not replace incandescent bulbs with aftermarket LED replacement bulbs This can cause damage to the vehicle electrical system LED Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps ...

Page 275: ...sh the lamp assembly back into position until the release tab locks into place Electrical System Electrical System Overload The vehicle has fuses to protect against an electrical system overload Fuses also protect power devices in the vehicle Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced there are some spare fus...

Page 276: ...es and circuit breakers This greatly reduces the chance of damage caused by electrical problems Danger Fuses and circuit breakers are marked with their ampere rating Do not exceed the specified amperage rating when replacing fuses and circuit breakers Use of an oversized fuse or circuit breaker can result in a vehicle fire You and others could be seriously injured or killed To check a fuse look at...

Page 277: ...MidEast 13566599 2020 CRC 5 29 19 VEHICLE CARE 277 Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it Always keep the covers on any electrical component A fuse puller is available in the left instrument panel fuse block ...

Page 278: ...Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13566599 2020 CRC 5 29 19 278 VEHICLE CARE Fuses Usage 1 Power Assist Steps Fuses Usage 2 Antilock brake system pump Fuses Usage 3 Interior BEC LT1 ...

Page 279: ...ling Exhaust solenoid 22 Fuel pump 23 Integrated chassis control module 24 Real time dampening 25 Fuel pump power module 26 Active Hydraulic Assist Battery regulated voltage control 27 28 Upfitter 2 30 Wiper 31 Trailer interface module 32 33 34 Reverse lamps Fuses Usage 35 Antilock brake system valve 36 Trailer brakes 38 39 Right trailer stoplamp Turn signal lamp 40 Left trailer stoplamp turn sign...

Page 280: ...s Usage 71 73 74 Engine control module Ignition 75 Miscellaneous Ignition 76 Transmission Ignition 77 RC upfitter 1 and 2 78 VBAT upfitter 1 and 2 79 80 81 82 83 Euro trailer RC 85 86 87 MAF IAT Humidity TIAP sensor 88 Injector A odd Fuses Usage 89 Injector B even 90 O2 sensor B 91 Throttle control 93 Horn 94 Fog lamps 95 High beam headlamps 96 97 98 99 100 O2 sensor A 101 Engine control module 10...

Page 281: ...rime 118 119 120 121 Right HID headlamp 122 Left HID headlamp 123 Right cooling fan Relays Usage 9 Fuel pump 29 Upfitter 2 37 Upfitter 3 48 Upfitter 4 51 Parking lamp 64 Secondary fuel pump 72 Upfitter 1 84 Run Crank 92 Engine control module 112 Starter 120 Fuel pump prime Instrument Panel Fuse Block Right The right instrument panel fuse block access door is on the passenger side edge of the instr...

Page 282: ...the back of the fuse block To access press the tabs and remove the fuse block The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage 1 2 3 4 Accessory power outlet 4 5 6 7 8 Glove box 9 10 11 12 Steering wheel controls 13 Body control module 8 14 15 16 17 18 19 Body control module 4 ...

Page 283: ...option B2 Fuses Usage 37 Special equipment option 38 Body control module 2 39 DC to AC inverter 40 41 42 43 44 Right door window motor 45 Front blower 46 Body control module 6 47 Body control module 7 48 Amplifier 49 Right front seat 50 Accessory power outlet 3 51 53 54 55 Fuses Usage 56 Relays Usage 52 Retained accessory power Instrument Panel Fuse Block Left The left instrument panel fuse block ...

Page 284: ... and features shown Fuses Usage 1 2 Fuses Usage 3 4 Accessory power outlet 1 5 Accessory power outlet from retained accessory power 6 Accessory power outlet from battery power 7 Universal garage door opener SEO Roof beacon switch 8 SEO Retained accessory power 9 10 Body control module 3 11 Body control module 5 12 Steering wheel control backlighting 13 14 15 ...

Page 285: ...1 SEO 2 27 Data link connector Driver seat module Fuses Usage 28 Passive entry Passive start HVAC battery Central gateway module 29 Content theft deterrent 30 31 32 33 Left heated seat 34 Park enable Electric adjustable pedal 35 36 Miscellaneous run crank loads 37 Heated steering wheel 38 Steering column lock 2 39 Instrument cluster battery 40 41 42 Euro trailer 43 Left doors Fuses Usage 44 Driver...

Page 286: ...e finger access slot at the rear edge The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage 2 3 Right heated second row seat 4 Heated mirrors 5 Liftgate 6 Glass breakage 7 Liftglass 8 Liftgate module logic 9 Rear wiper 10 Rear heating ventilation and air conditioning blower 11 Second row seat folding 12 Liftgate module 13 Third row seat folding 14 Rear accesso...

Page 287: ...properly used tires are dangerous Overloading the tires can cause overheating as a result of too much flexing There could be a blowout and a serious crash See Vehicle Load Limits 0 177 Continued Warning Continued Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires The resulting crash could cause serious injury Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure Tire pressure s...

Page 288: ...uent driving on snow or ice covered roads is expected All season tires provide adequate performance for most winter driving conditions but they may not offer the same level of traction or performance as winter tires on snow or ice covered roads See Winter Tires 0 288 Winter Tires This vehicle was not originally equipped with winter tires Winter tires are designed for increased traction on snow and...

Page 289: ...se tires provide good performance on most road surfaces weather conditions and for off road driving See Off Road Driving 0 170 The tread pattern on these tires may wear more unevenly than other tires Consider rotating the tires more frequently than at 12 000 km 7 500 mi intervals if irregular wear is noted when the tires are inspected See Tire Inspection 0 295 Tire Pressure Tires need the correct ...

Page 290: ...pressure measurement If the cold tire inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label no further adjustment is necessary If the inflation pressure is low add air until the recommended pressure is reached If the inflation pressure is high press on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve to release air Re check the tire pressure with the tire gaug...

Page 291: ... As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly unde...

Page 292: ...on the Tire and Loading Information label See Vehicle Load Limits 0 177 A message to check the pressure in a specific tire displays in the Driver Information Center DIC The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message come on at each ignition cycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflation pressure Using the DIC tire pressure levels can be viewed For additional informati...

Page 293: ...ing process was not done or not completed successfully after rotating the tires The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off after successfully completing the sensor matching process See TPMS Sensor Matching Process following One or more TPMS sensors are missing or damaged The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off when the TPMS sensors are installed and the sensor matching...

Page 294: ...will not work properly The TPMS will not activate the tire fill alert properly under the following conditions There is interference from an external device or transmitter The air pressure from the inflation device is not sufficient to inflate the tire There is a malfunction in the TPMS There is a malfunction in the horn or turn signal lamps The identification code of the TPMS sensor is not registe...

Page 295: ... the relearn tool against the tire sidewall near the valve stem Then press the button to activate the TPMS sensor A horn chirp confirms that the sensor identification code has been matched to this tire and wheel position 8 Proceed to the passenger side front tire and repeat the procedure in Step 7 9 Proceed to the passenger side rear tire and repeat the procedure in Step 7 10 Proceed to the driver...

Page 296: ...pare tire in the tire rotation Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have been rotated See Tire Pressure 0 289 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 177 Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 292 Check that all wheel nuts are properly tightened See Wheel Nut Torque under Capacities a...

Page 297: ... four digits of the DOT Tire Identification Number TIN which is molded into one side of the tire sidewall The first two digits 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 Vehicle Storage Tires age when stored normally mounted on a parked vehicle Park a vehicle that will be stored for at least a month...

Page 298: ... worn tires place the new tires on the rear axle Warning Tires could explode during improper service Attempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause injury or death Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires Warning Never drive faster than the speed the tires are rated regardless of the legal speed limit When frequently driving the vehicle at high spee...

Page 299: ...the vehicle See Vehicle Load Limits 0 177 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 different size than the original equipment wheels and tires vehicle performance including its braking ride and handling characteristics stability and resistance to rollover may be affected If t...

Page 300: ...eplace wheels wheel bolts wheel nuts or Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS sensors with new GM original equipment parts Warning Using the wrong replacement wheels wheel bolts or wheel nuts can be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of the vehicle Tires can lose air and cause loss of control causing a crash Always use the correct wheel wheel bolts and wheel nuts for replacement Cautio...

Page 301: ... and may require the same correction as used in a skid Stop pressing the accelerator pedal and steer to straighten the vehicle It may be very bumpy 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 underinflated or flat may cause a blowout and a serious...

Page 302: ...engers to remain in the vehicle 6 Place wheel blocks if equipped on both sides of the tire at the opposite corner of the tire being changed When the vehicle has a flat tire 2 use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of the wheel blocks 1 if equipped 1 Wheel Block If Equipped 2 Flat Tire The following information explains how to use the jack and change a tire Tire Changing Be...

Page 303: ...ve it 4 Turn the jack knob 1 counterclockwise to release the jack and wheel blocks from the bracket 5 Turn the wing nut retaining the wheel blocks 2 counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer Use the following tools 1 Jack 2 Wheel Blocks 3 Jack Handle 4 Jack Handle Extensions 5 Wheel Wrench To access the spare tire refer to the following graphics and instructions 1 Ho...

Page 304: ...inside the remote turn it clockwise and then pull it straight out 3 Assemble the two jack handle extensions 4 and wheel wrench 5 as shown 4 Insert the open end of the extension 7 through the hole in the rear bumper 8 hoist shaft access hole Be sure the hoist end of the extension 7 connects to the hoist shaft The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire 5 Turn the wheel wr...

Page 305: ...ding See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 301 for more information 2 If the vehicle has a center cap that covers the wheel fasteners place the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry the cap out 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts Do not remove the wheel nuts yet Warning To avoid personal injury and...

Page 306: ...rear tire of the vehicle use the jack handle 2 and both jack handle extensions 3 Attach the wheel wrench 4 to the jack handle extensions 3 Attach the jack handle 2 to the jack 1 Use the jacking pad 5 provided on the rear axle Turn the wheel wrench 4 clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground Warning Gett...

Page 307: ... or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an emergency a cloth or a paper towel can be used however use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt 8 Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel after mounting the spare tire Warning Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose The vehicle s wheel could...

Page 308: ...oper torque specification See Capacities and Specifications 0 340 for the wheel nut torque specification When reinstalling the regular wheel and tire also reinstall the center cap if equipped Line up the tab on the center cap with the slot in the wheel The cap only goes in one way Place the cap on the wheel and press until it snaps into place Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools Warning Storing ...

Page 309: ...le is parked on a level surface Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier Refer to the following graphics and instructions 1 Hoist Assembly 2 Hoist Shaft 3 Hoist Shaft Access Cover Hole 4 Jack Handle Extensions 5 Wheel Wrench 6 Spare Tire Lock 7 Hoist End of Extension Tool 8 Hoist Shaft Access Hole 9 Spare Tire Valve Stem Pointed Down 10 Tire Wheel Retainer 11 Hoist Ca...

Page 310: ...ess hole 5 Raise the tire part way upward Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening 6 Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice The cable cannot be overtightened 7 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull and then try to turn the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to ti...

Page 311: ...is vehicle came with a full size spare tire it was fully inflated when new however it can lose air over time Check the inflation pressure regularly See Tire Pressure 0 289 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 177 For instructions on how to remove install or store a spare tire see Tire Changing 0 302 Caution If the vehicle has four wheel drive and a different size spare tire is installed do not drive in four ...

Page 312: ...ure to use the following steps to do it safely Warning Batteries can hurt you They can be dangerous because They contain acid that can burn you They contain gas that can explode or ignite They contain enough electricity to burn you If you do not follow these steps exactly some or all of these things can hurt you Caution Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would n...

Page 313: ...e damaged The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Whenever possible turn off or unplug all accessories on either vehicle when jump starting 4 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the accessory power outlets Turn off the radio and all the lamps that are not needed This will avoid sparks and help save both batteries And it could save the...

Page 314: ...minal if the vehicle has one Negative will go to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connect positive to negative or you will get a short that would damage the battery and maybe other parts too And do not connect the negative cable to the negative terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks 7 Connect the red positive cab...

Page 315: ... making sure that the cables do not touch each other or other metal Jumper Cable Removal Reverse the sequence exactly when removing the jumper cables After starting the disabled vehicle and removing the jumper cables allow it to idle for several minutes Towing the Vehicle Caution Incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may cause damage The damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Do not l...

Page 316: ...e ground and two wheels on a dolly Follow the tow vehicle manufacturer s instructions See your dealer or trailering professional for additional advice and equipment recommendations Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle towing Before towing the vehicle become familiar with the local laws that apply to recreational vehicle towing These laws may vary by region What is...

Page 317: ...ase into N Neutral can cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission is in P Park You or others could be injured Set the parking brake before shifting the transfer case to N Neutral To dinghy tow 1 Position the vehicle being towed behind the tow vehicle facing forward and on a level surface 2 Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle 3 Apply the parking brake and start the en...

Page 318: ...ors Access the vehicle as if it has a dead RKE transmitter battery by using the key in the door lock Disconnecting the Towed Vehicle Before disconnecting the towed vehicle 1 Park on a level surface 2 Set the parking brake then shift the transmission to P Park 3 Connect the battery 4 Apply the brake pedal 5 Turn the ignition on with the engine off Shift the transfer case out of N Neutral to 2 m See...

Page 319: ...ve the vehicle s finish wash it often and out of direct sunlight Caution Do not use petroleum based acidic or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle s paint metal or plastic parts If damage occurs it would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Approved cleaning products can be obtained from your dealer Follow all manufacturer directions regarding Continued Caution Continued corre...

Page 320: ...inted surfaces to remove foreign matter Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing should be done to remove residue from the paint finish See your dealer for approved cleaning products Do not apply waxes or polishes to uncoated plastic vinyl rubber decals simulated wood or flat paint as damage can occur Caution Machine compounding or aggressive polishing on a basecoat clearcoat paint finish may dama...

Page 321: ... properly can cause damage to the lamp cover that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Caution Using wax on low gloss black finish stripes can increase the gloss level and create a non uniform finish Clean low gloss stripes with soap and water only Air Intakes Clear debris from the air intakes between the hood and windshield when washing the vehicle Windshield and Wiper Blades Clean the ou...

Page 322: ...er after exposure Caution To avoid surface damage on wheels and wheel trim do not use strong soaps chemicals abrasive polishes cleaners or brushes Use only GM approved cleaners Do not drive the vehicle through an automatic car wash that uses silicon carbide tire wheel cleaning brushes Damage could occur and the repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Brake System Visually inspect brak...

Page 323: ...sheet metal repair or replacement make sure the body repair shop applies anti corrosion material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty Finish Damage Quickly repair minor chips and scratches with touch up materials available from your dealer to avoid corrosion...

Page 324: ...h a clean dry cloth If necessary use a commercial glass cleaner after cleaning with plain water Caution To prevent scratching never use abrasive cleaners on automotive glass Abrasive cleaners or aggressive cleaning may damage the rear window defogger Cleaning the windshield with water during the first three to six months of ownership will reduce tendency to fog Speaker Covers Vacuum around a speak...

Page 325: ...surfaces or vehicle displays First use a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that can scratch the surface Then gently clean by rubbing with a microfiber cloth Never use window cleaners or solvents Periodically hand wash the microfiber cloth separately using mild soap Do not use bleach or fabric softener Rinse thoroughly and air dry before next use Caution Do not attach a device with a suction cup to...

Page 326: ...t belt webbing only with mild soap and lukewarm water Allow the webbing to dry Floor Mats Warning If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly installed it can interfere with the pedals Interference with the pedals can cause unintended 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 followi...

Page 327: ...3566599 2020 CRC 5 29 19 VEHICLE CARE 327 Reinstall by lining up the floor mat retainer openings over the carpet retainers and snapping into position Make sure the floor mat is properly secured in place Verify the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals ...

Page 328: ... accurate diagnostics Many dealers have extended evening and Saturday hours courtesy transportation and online scheduling to assist with service needs Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services With trained technicians the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items ...

Page 329: ...tive driving Used for taxi police or delivery service Refer to the information in Additional Required Services Severe Service Warning Performing maintenance work can be dangerous and can cause serious injury Perform maintenance work only if the required information proper tools and equipment are available If they are not see your dealer to have a trained technician do the work See Doing Your Own S...

Page 330: ...l and filter and reset oil life system See Engine Oil 0 256 and Engine Oil Life System 0 258 Check engine coolant level See Cooling System 0 261 Check windshield washer fluid level See Washer Fluid 0 266 Check tire inflation pressures including the spare See Tire Pressure 0 289 Inspect tire wear See Tire Inspection 0 295 Visually check for fluid leaks Inspect engine air cleaner filter See Engine A...

Page 331: ... and P Park Mechanism Check 0 271 Check accelerator pedal for damage high effort or binding Replace if needed Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear cracks or other damage Check the hold open ability of the strut If the hold open is low service the gas strut See Gas Strut s 0 273 Inspect sunroof track and seal if equipped See Sunroof 0 36 Verify spare tire key lock operation and lubricate as...

Page 332: ...112 500 mi 1 9 2 000 k m 120 000 mi 2 0 4 000 k m 127 500 mi 2 1 6 000 k m 135 000 mi 2 2 8 000 k m 142 500 mi 2 4 0 000 k m 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Change transfer cas...

Page 333: ...on 3 Or every two years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed See Engine Air Cleaner Filter 0 260 4 Do not directly power wash the transfer case and or front rear axle output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer c...

Page 334: ...m 120 000 mi 2 0 4 000 k m 127 500 mi 2 1 6 000 k m 135 000 mi 2 2 8 000 k m 142 500 mi 2 4 0 000 k m 150 000 mi Rotate tires and perform Required Services Check engine oil level and oil life percentage Change engine oil and filter if needed Replace passenger compartment air filter 1 Inspect evaporative control system 2 Replace engine air cleaner filter 3 Change automatic transmission fluid and fi...

Page 335: ...tion 3 Or every two years whichever comes first If driving in dusty conditions inspect the filter at each oil change or more often as needed Engine Air Cleaner Filter 0 260 4 Do not directly power wash the transfer case and or front rear axle output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer cas...

Page 336: ...e only DEX COOL Coolant See Cooling System 0 261 Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended See Engine Oil 0 256 Front Axle 4WD Only and Rear Axle See your dealer Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid Key Lock Cylinders Hood Hinges Body Door Hinge Pins Tailgate Hinge and Linkage and Fuel Door Hi...

Page 337: ... name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 22845992 A3181C Oil Filter 12690385 PF63E Passenger Compartment Air Filter 23281440 CF188 Spark Plugs 12622441 41 114 Wiper Blades Front Driver Side 55 cm 21 7 in 84613732 Front Passenger Side 55 cm 21 7 in 84613732 Rear 33 cm 13 0 in 22956295 ...

Page 338: ...ND 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 Retain all maintenance receipts Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed ...

Page 339: ...r VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This code identifies the vehicle s engine specifications and replacement parts See Engine Specifications under Capacities and Specifications 0 340 for the vehicle s engine code Service Parts Identification There...

Page 340: ...ditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount see the refrigerant label under the hood See your dealer for more information Engine Cooling System 16 8 L 17 8 qt Engine Oil with Filter 7 6 L 8 0 qt Fuel Tank Regular 98 4 L 26 0 gal Extended 119 2 L 31 5 gal Transfer Case Fluid 1 5 L 1 6 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate When adding be sure to fill to the appro...

Page 341: ...sepower Torque Spark Plug Gap 6 2L V8 Engine L86 J 313 kW 5600 rpm 420 hp 5600 rpm 624 Y 4100 rpm 460 lb ft 4100 rpm 0 95 1 10 mm 0 037 0 043 in Spark plug gaps are preset by the manufacturer Re gapping the spark plug is not recommended and can damage the spark plug Vehicle Top Speed Engine Metric English 6 2L V8 Engine L86 180 km h 112 mph ...

Page 342: ...Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual GMNA Localizing MidEast 13566599 2020 CRC 5 29 19 342 TECHNICAL DATA Engine Drive Belt Routing ...

Page 343: ...ity Radar Equipment Bahrain The equipment identified hereon is approved for use under the following rules 1 This equipment must not cause harmful interferences to other services 2 This equipment is subject to harmful interference and the owner of this equipment must not claim for protection Adaptive Cruise Control and Forward Collision Alert United Arab Emirates UAE Jordan TRC No TRC LPD 2008 122 ...

Page 344: ...vehicle is operated such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed These modules may retain personal preferences such as radio presets seat positions and temperature settings Cybersecurity GM collects information about the use of your vehicle including operational and safety related information We collect this information to provide evaluate improve and troubleshoot our products and services an...

Page 345: ... vehicle only if a non trivial crash situation occurs No data are recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data e g name gender age and crash location are recorded However other parties such as law enforcement could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation To read data recorded by an EDR special equ...

Page 346: ...hat Makes an Airbag Inflate 69 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 69 When Should an Airbag Inflate 68 Where Are the Airbags 66 Airbags Adding Equipment to the Vehicle 75 Airbags cont d Passenger Status Indicator 119 Readiness Light 119 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 75 System Check 65 Alarm Vehicle Security 26 Alert Lane Change 228 Side Blind Zone SBZA 228 All Season Tires 288 All Terr...

Page 347: ...lamps 274 License Plate Lamps 275 Buying New Tires 297 C Calibration 107 Capacities and Specifications 340 Carbon Monoxide Engine Exhaust 188 Liftgate 19 Winter Driving 175 Cargo Tie Downs 100 Caution Danger and Warning 2 Center Console Storage 100 Chains Tire 300 Charging Wireless 110 Charging System Light 120 Check Engine Light Malfunction Indicator 120 Child Restraints Infants and Young Childre...

Page 348: ...tion Center DIC 129 Driver Mode Control 203 Driving Assistance Systems 223 Better Fuel Economy 166 Characteristics and Towing Tips 235 Defensive 167 Hill and Mountain Roads 175 If the Vehicle is Stuck 177 Loss of Control 169 Off Road 170 Off Road Recovery 169 Vehicle Load Limits 177 Wet Roads 174 Winter 175 Winter Mode Light 124 Dual Automatic Climate Control System 156 E Electric Parking Brake 19...

Page 349: ...tem 224 Four Wheel Drive 194 269 Front Axle 270 Front Seats Heated and Cooled 47 Fuel Additives 233 Economy Driving for Better 166 Filling a Portable Fuel Container 235 Filling the Tank 233 Gauge 117 Low Fuel Warning Light 127 Management Active 187 Prohibited Fuels 232 Recommended 232 Top Tier 232 Full Size Spare Tire 311 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block 276 Fuses and Circuit Breakers 276 Instr...

Page 350: ... Infotainment 155 Infotainment System 345 Instrument Cluster 114 Instrument Panel Storage Area 98 Instrument Panel Overview 4 Interior Rearview Mirrors 31 Introduction 2 J Jump Starting 312 K Keyless Entry Remote RKE System 8 Keys 7 L Lamps Cornering 151 Daytime Running DRL 149 Dome 152 Exterior Controls 147 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder 148 Lamps cont d Exterior Lighting Battery Saver 154 License P...

Page 351: ...Driving Mode 124 Lock Steering Column 27 Locking Rear Axle 205 Locks Automatic Door 18 Delayed Locking 17 Door 15 Lockout Protection 18 Power Door 17 Safety 18 Loss of Control 169 Low Fuel Warning Light 127 Low Profile Tires 289 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System 83 Lumbar Adjustment 41 Front Seats 41 M Magnetic Ride Control 205 Maintenance Records 338 Maintenance Schedule 329 Rec...

Page 352: ...rsonalization Vehicle 136 Power Door Locks 17 Mirrors 29 Outlets 108 Protection Battery 154 Retained Accessory RAP 185 Seat Adjustment 40 Windows 34 Power Assist Steps 26 Pregnancy Using Seat Belts 63 Privacy Vehicle Data Recording 344 Prohibited Fuels 232 R Reading Lamps 153 Rear Axle 270 Rear Axle cont d Locking 205 Rear Camera Mirror 31 Rear Climate Control System 160 Rear Seats 48 Heated 48 Re...

Page 353: ...ted Rear 48 Lumbar Adjustment Front 41 Memory 43 Power Adjustment Front 40 Rear 48 Reclining Seatbacks 43 Second Row 49 Third Row Seat 53 Second Row Seats 49 Securing Child Restraints 92 94 Security Light 127 Vehicle 26 Vehicle Alarm 26 Service 164 Accessories and Modifications 252 Doing Your Own Work 253 Maintenance Records 338 Service cont d Maintenance General Information 328 Parts Identificati...

Page 354: ...289 Buying New Tires 297 Chains 300 Changing 302 Different Size 299 Full Size Spare 311 If a Tire Goes Flat 301 Inspection 295 Low Profile 289 Pressure 289 290 Pressure Light 126 Pressure Monitor Operation 292 Pressure Monitor System 291 Rotation 296 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance 299 Wheel Replacement 300 When It Is Time for New Tires 297 Winter 288 Top Tier Fuel 232 Tow Haul Mode 194 Tow Haul ...

Page 355: ...cle Data Recording and Privacy 344 Vehicle Security Steering Column Lock 27 Ventilation Air 162 Visors 35 W Warning Brake System Light 122 Caution and Danger 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 113 Warnings Hazard Flashers 151 Washer Fluid 266 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance 299 Different Size 299 Replacement 300 When It Is Time for New Tires 297 Where to Put the Restraint 82 Windows 33 Power...

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