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Owner’s Manual

Table of Contents

How to Use this Manual ................................ 3
Important Safety Precautions ....................... 6

Section 1

Instrumentation and Controls .................... 21

Section 2

Seats and Restraints ................................... 185

Section 3

Starting and Operating Instructions ........ 229

Section 4

Service and Maintenance .......................... 291

Section 5

Problems on the Road ............................... 363

Cadillac
Escalade EXT

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Summary of Contents for Escalade EXT

Page 1: ...cautions 6 Section 1 Instrumentation and Controls 21 Section 2 Seats and Restraints 185 Section 3 Starting and Operating Instructions 229 Section 4 Service and Maintenance 291 Section 5 Problems on the Road 363 Cadillac Escalade EXT 10araEscaladeEXT Page 1 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 2: ... are options that you did not purchase or due to changes subse quent to the printing of this owner s manual Please refer to the purchase docu mentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle All information illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest product infor mation available at the time of printing We reserve the ri...

Page 3: ...cle For this reason the manual is organized according to feature location as opposed to feature operation It also includes some very impor tant safety and maintenance infor mation and even deals with some problems you may have while driving This manual is divided into five sections Section 1 Instrumentation and Controls To get a general understanding of how the content of this manual is organized ...

Page 4: ...es information about your keys and keyless entry if equipped about the ignition and vehicle starting and about the transmission transfer case if equipped parking traction steering brake and suspension systems It also covers your vehicle s specific loading and towing capabilities Section 4 Service and Maintenance The Service and Maintenance section contains fuel information helps you locate the var...

Page 5: ... component specifications and capacities Section 5 Problems on the Road This section tells you how to handle certain problems you may have while driving It cov ers jump starting your vehicle towing your vehicle engine overheating changing a flat tire Each section begins with a brief table of contents to help you locate the information you want How to Use this Manual 10araEscaladeEXT Page 5 Wednesd...

Page 6: ...rous Even if you buckle up your safety belts can t do their job when the seatback is excessively reclined Safety Belts CAUTION Always wear your safety belt Be sure it is adjusted properly at all times Do not let anyone ride where they cannot wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safe ty belt you can be seriously injured or killed In the same crash you might no...

Page 7: ... not wear your shoulder belt under your arm Make sure the belt is not twisted across your body You could be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place Always buckle your belt into the buckle near est you CAUTION The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces CAUTION Continued A safety belt m...

Page 8: ...esigned to best protect adults Anyone who is up against or very close to an inflating air bag could be seriously injured or killed CAUTION Continued Be sure that if children are too small to be well restrained by the safety belt system that they are secured in an appropriate child restraint The presence of an airbag is not a substitute for a safety belt and is only effective in conjunction with th...

Page 9: ...hen an air bag inflates it leaves dust in the air This dust could cause breathing prob lems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trou ble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you are unable to get out of the vehicle then open a window or door Children and Safety Restraints CAUTION Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a v...

Page 10: ...st use rear facing child restraints cannot ride safely in passenger air bag equipped vehicles that do not have rear seats If however you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front passenger seat be sure to move the front passen ger seat as far back as it will go Leaving Your Vehicle CAUTION Avoid leaving your vehicle while the engine is running Do not leave children in the vehicle with t...

Page 11: ...n Otherwise the vehi cle may move suddenly and or cause an accident CAUTION Continued Be sure the shift lever is in P Park and the parking brake is firmly applied when you leave your vehicle Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal and do not race the engine when shifting out of P Park or N Neutral Do not shift into D Drive or R Reverse when the engine is racing Do not shift into P Park while the ...

Page 12: ...cle Idling the engine with the windows closed and the air conditioning fan off if equipped may allow dan gerous exhaust fumes into your vehicle CAUTION Continued It can also be very dangerous to drive with the trunk rear windows hatch or rear doors open If you must drive with one of these open or with their seal broken make sure all other windows are closed and turn the fan on to the highest speed...

Page 13: ...rn the air conditioning if equipped on to any setting that circulates outside air and have the vehicle serviced imme diately Water and Your Vehicle CAUTION After a car wash or driving through a puddle the brakes may not work well Apply light pedal pressure until the brakes work normally Do not drive through deep puddles If water enters into an air inlet it might damage the engine If you must drive...

Page 14: ...h the accelerator pedal This could damage the transmission Apply the brakes to hold the vehicle in position When you are going down a steep hill use a lower shift range along with the brakes to control the vehicle s speed Do not coast downhill in Neutral or with the ignition off The brakes could overheat and you could have an accident Vehicle Loading CAUTION Do not load your vehicle in excess of t...

Page 15: ...n you open the fuel filler cap open it slightly at first to release the pressure inside the tank then turn it all the way Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not smoke while pumping gasoline Do not carry combustible mate rials such as gasoline in the vehicle CAUTION Continued Do not put paper or flammable items in an a...

Page 16: ...light use a flash light CAUTION Continued Every new GM vehicle uses an AC Delco battery that requires no maintenance However if another battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add water to make sure that there is no explosive gas present Towing Your Vehicle CAUTION To help avoid injury to you or others Do not let anyone ride in a vehicle that is being towed ...

Page 17: ...n the engine if the coolant is leaking If the vehicle loses all coolant it could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Adding only plain water or a liquid other than the recom mended coolant can be dangerous The engine could overheat but you would not get the overheat warning The engine could catch on fire and you or others could be burned CAUTION Under some conditions the ethylene glycol i...

Page 18: ...the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack CAUTION Continued Rust or dirt on the wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When you change a wheel remove any rust or dirt from the places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle In an e...

Page 19: ...ely park your vehicle in a safe place and follow the instruc tions in this manual If the engine stalls while you are driving the power assisted brake and steering systems will not work properly and braking and steering will require substantial effort Try to pull over to a safe place before your vehicle stops NOTICE Additional electronic equip ment such as a CB radio cellu lar phone navigation pack...

Page 20: ...t drink CAUTION Continued Medical research shows that alcohol in a person s system can make crash injuries worse This is especially true of injuries to the brain spinal cord or heart This means that when any person who has been drinking whether a driver or a passenger is in a crash that person s chance of being killed or permanently disabled is higher than if the person had not been drinking CAUTI...

Page 21: ...t Dimmer 100 Fog Lights 100 Illuminated Entry Exit System 101 Dome Lights 101 Reading Lights 102 Exterior Cargo Lamps 102 Battery Saver 103 Instrument Panel Switchbank 103 Heating and Air Conditioning System 104 Automatic Dual Zone Climate Control System 104 Operating Tips 112 Air Outlets 112 Rear Window Defogger 112 Sound System and Clock 113 Rear Seat Audio 115 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 118 ...

Page 22: ...e 151 Rear Area Cover Panels 155 Spare Tire Jack and Vehicle Tools 163 Overhead Area and Roof 163 Overhead Console 163 Universal Transmitter 163 Sun Visors 169 Sunroof 170 Luggage Carrier 172 Storage 174 Instrument Panel Storage Compartment 174 Center Console 174 Rear Seat Armrest 175 Glove Box 175 Cupholders 175 Rear Area Storage 176 Luggage Carrier 176 Ashtray and Lighter 176 Retained Accessory ...

Page 23: ...23 Section 1 AUTO 8 1 2 3 4 5 1 7 1 8 1 9 8 10 8 11 8 12 8 13 8 14 8 15 8 16 8 17 8 18 8 19 6 10araEscaladeEXT Page 23 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 24: ...Dome Lights Override Button Fog Light Switch 11 Cruise Control Buttons 12 Power Tilt Wheel Switch 13 Horn 14 Audio Steering Wheel Controls 15 Driver Information Center Buttons 16 Instrument Panel Switchbank This switchbank may contain the following controls Adjustable Accelerator and Brake Pedals Control Power Running Boards Control If equipped 17 Automatic Dual Zone Climate Control System 18 Stab...

Page 25: ...25 Section 1 2 1 3 4 5 6 RPM x 1000 0 ABS P R N D M 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 220 km h MPH 8 4 7 2 2 1 3 6 5 10araEscaladeEXT Page 25 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 26: ...d gages See Driver Information Center later in this section 1 High Beam Indicator The indicator light turns on when the headlights are set to high beams 2 Turn Signal Indicators An arrow will flash in the direction of the turn or lane change when the turn signal is activated 3 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage measures the engine coolant temperature Depending on the specific gage in your v...

Page 27: ...l at the far end of the gage and remains there for more than 30 seconds the engine coolant has overheated If the engine coolant has over heated pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so Then turn the engine off immediately See Sections 4 and 5 for more information on your vehicle s cooling system 4 Odometer Trip Odometer The odometer shows how far your vehicle has been driven T...

Page 28: ...e gage first indicates empty there is still a little fuel left but you should refill the tank as soon as possible If the fuel is low the FUEL LEVEL LOW fuel level low message will appear on the Driver Information Center display A chime will also sound if the fuel is low See Driver Information Center Messages later in this section for more information The arrow on the gage indicates the side of the...

Page 29: ... start the engine as a check to show you it is working properly If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If you have a problem with the oil this light may stay on after you start the engine or come on while you are driving This indicates that oil is not going through the engine quickly enough to keep it lubricated The engine could be low on oil...

Page 30: ...en have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If it stays on or comes on while you are driving there may be a problem with this system Have it checked right away Driving while this light is on could drain your battery If there is a problem with the battery charging system a message will be displayed See Driver Information Center Messages later in this section If you must d...

Page 31: ...omes on and the chime sounds while you are driving pull over and stop carefully The brake pedal may be harder to push or it may go closer to the floor It may take longer to stop If the light stays on have the vehicle towed for service The brake system should be inspected right away This light also comes on when you set your parking brake while the ignition is on If you begin to drive while the par...

Page 32: ...If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If it stays on or comes on while you are driving there may be a problem with this system A text message may also appear in the Driver Information Center display See Driver Information Center Messages later in this section for more information Stop as soon as possible and turn the ignition off Then start ...

Page 33: ...ld come on when the ignition is on but the engine is not running as a check to show you it is working properly If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If it stays on or comes on while you are driving there may be a problem with this system Have it checked right away If the light flashes a misfire has been detected If the light is flashing redu...

Page 34: ... could lead to costly repairs that may not be covered by your warranty Modifications made to the engine transmission exhaust intake or fuel system of your vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with other than those of the same Tire Performance Criteria can affect your vehicle s emission controls and may cause this light to come on Modifications to these systems could lead to costly repa...

Page 35: ...have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem When the Stabilitrak system activates the Stabilitrak Indicator Light will flash After the initial bulb check this light comes on to indicate that the system is off When this warning light is on the traction control system will not limit wheel spin Adjust your driving accordingly If the light stays on or if it comes on while you r...

Page 36: ...Section 2 for information Air Bag Light This light will go on when you start the engine and shine steadily for a few seconds If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem If it stays on or comes on while you are driving there may be a problem with this system A text message may also appear in the Driver Information Center display 10araEscaladeEXT Pa...

Page 37: ...senger Air Bag On Off Indicator The indicator light is located in the overhead console See Passenger Sensing System in Section 2 Low Tire Pressure Light This light should come on briefly as you start the engine as a check to show you it is working properly If it doesn t come on then have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem After the initial bulb check this light appears ...

Page 38: ...flash for about one minute and then remain on for the rest of the ignition cycle The warning will reappear each time the vehicle is started until the problem is corrected See your dealer for service For more information see Tire Pressure Monitor under Tires in Section 4 Security System Light This light should come on briefly as you start the engine as a check to show you it is working properly If ...

Page 39: ...ion Tow Haul Mode Light This light should come on when the tow haul mode has been selected See Tow Haul Mode under Trailer Towing in Section 3 Lights On Reminder Light This light turns on as a reminder whenever the parking lights are on See Lights later in this section for more information 10araEscaladeEXT Page 39 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 40: ...Center can be used to program various customization features that may be available with your vehicle See Feature Customization later in this section When the ignition is turned on the Driver Information Center will turn on After a short delay the Driver Information Center will recall the mode last displayed before the engine was turned off If the system senses a problem a message will appear on th...

Page 41: ...will allow you to scroll through the following displays Odometer Trip Odometer Fuel Range Average Fuel Economy Fuel Used Timer Transmission Fluid Temperature Instant Fuel Economy Active Fuel Management Indicator Average Speed A blank page ends this menu See the following later in this section for more information Trip Fuel Information Menu 10araEscaladeEXT Page 41 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM...

Page 42: ...ce Zone Settings If equipped Compass Calibration If equipped A blank page ends this menu See Vehicle Information Menu later in this section for more information PERSONALIZATION BUTTON The Driver Information Center can be used to program various customization features that may be available with your vehicle Press this button to access the feature customization menu To program personalization settin...

Page 43: ...r more information Trip Fuel Information Menu to change the compass variance zone See Compass later in this sec tion for compass information to access the settings for the displayed customization feature See Feature Customization later in this section to clear messages from the Driver Information Center display See Driver Information Center Messages later in this section Trip Fuel Information Menu...

Page 44: ...in metric units of kilometers or in English units of miles To reset this reading to zero first select its display then press the button FUEL RANGE fuel range This display shows how far the computer thinks you can travel with the fuel that s in the tank The fuel range is calculated using the average fuel economy of recent driving conditions The reading will be indicated in metric units of kilometer...

Page 45: ...ers or in English units of gallons To reset this reading to zero first select its display then press and hold the button TIMER Timer The timer feature acts as a stopwatch To start the timer first select its display then press the button If during a trip you are stop ping and starting your vehicle the timer will automatically start timing where it left off the last time you turned the ignition off ...

Page 46: ...km the amount of fuel consumed in liters per 100 km or in English units of MPG Miles Per Gallon This item cannot be reset Your engine is equipped with Active Fuel Management This system allows the engine to operate on either four six or eight cylinders depending on driving demands If the engine is operating normally V8 V8 will be displayed next to the instanta neous fuel economy reading If Active ...

Page 47: ...il life remaining since the system was last reset If for example you see 95 that means that the way you are driving your vehicle 95 of the current oil life remains How frequently you have to change the oil depends on your driving patterns engine rpm and engine temperature It is the owner s responsibility to check the engine oil level regularly See Engine Oil in Section 4 for more information When ...

Page 48: ...is display Press and hold the button for five seconds When the system is reset the display should read 100 Start the engine If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON change engine oil soon message comes back on the system did not reset Repeat this procedure See Driver Information Center Messages later in this section for more information The oil life indicator should only be reset after an oil change If the s...

Page 49: ...essures REAR TIRES kPa LEFT XX RIGHT XX rear left and right tire pressures The reading will be indicated in metric units of kPa or in English units of PSI If the system detects low tire pressure in one or more of the tires the low tire pressure warning light will appear and TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE tire low add air to tire will be displayed on the Driver Infor mation Center If the display shows da...

Page 50: ...ge reading If there is a problem with the battery charging system a message will be displayed See Driver Information Center Messages later in this section The Charging System Light may also appear on the instrument cluster See Charging System Light under Warning Lights earlier in this section for more infor mation OIL PRESSURE oil pressure This display shows the engine oil pressure The reading wil...

Page 51: ...active will appear on the display Press and hold the lock and unlock buttons on the transmitter together for about 15 seconds A chime will sound when the transmitter is matched to the vehicle Note The first transmitter matched to the vehicle will be labeled Driver 1 by the system The second transmitter matched will be labeled Driver 2 To match additional transmit ters repeat the previous step Up t...

Page 52: ...nformation PRESS TO CALIBRATE COMPASS press to calibrate compass Note This feature may not be available on all vehicles With the ignition on the compass reading will appear in the driver information center display If CAL appears in the Driver Information Center display the compass needs calibration If an incorrect reading is displayed first check that the compass is set to the correct variance zon...

Page 53: ...OOR LOCK auto matic door lock AUTO DOOR UNLOCK automatic door unlock REMOTE DOOR LOCK remote door lock REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK remote door unlock DELAY DOOR LOCK delay door lock EXIT LIGHTING exit light ing APPROACH LIGHTING approach lighting AUTO HIGH BEAMS auto matic high beams CHIME VOLUME chime volume PARK TILT MIRRORS park tilt mirrors EASY EXIT RECALL easy exit recall EASY EXIT SETUP easy exit se...

Page 54: ...ce you have entered program ming mode press the button repeatedly to scroll through the list of customizable features available on your vehicle Only available options will appear in the display The following features which are automatically recalled can only be programmed to one vehicle setting PRESS TO DISPLAY IN ENGLISH press to display in English Note This menu item will not appear if the Drive...

Page 55: ...Lan guage All information is displayed in the Spanish language DEUTSCH German Lan guage All information is displayed in the German language ITALIANO Italian Language All information is displayed in the Italian language ARABIC Arabic Language All information is displayed in the Arabic language CHINESE Chinese Lan guage All information is displayed in the Chinese language NO CHANGE no change Once th...

Page 56: ...Once the desired setting is displayed press the button to select it You may now either exit pro gramming mode or program the next available feature To exit programming mode see Exiting Programming Mode later in this section See Doors later in this section for more information AUTO DOOR UNLOCK automatic door unlock This item allows you to customize your vehicle s auto matic door unlock feature Pres...

Page 57: ...er in this section for more information REMOTE DOOR LOCK remote door lock This feature allows you to select the type of feedback you will receive when locking the vehicle using the remote keyless entry transmitter Note You will only receive feedback if the doors are closed Press the button to enter the submenu While in this submenu press the button repeatedly to scroll through the following option...

Page 58: ...the vehicle using the remote key less entry transmitter Note You will only receive feedback if the doors are closed Press the button to enter the submenu While in this submenu press the button repeatedly to scroll through the following options LIGHTS OFF lights off With this setting activated the exterior lights will not flash when the unlock button on the transmitter is pressed LIGHTS ON lights o...

Page 59: ...he power door lock switch is pressed ON on If the power door lock switch is pressed while a door or the tailgate is open locking will be delayed for five seconds after the last door is closed This is the default setting NO CHANGE no change Once the desired setting is displayed press the button to select it You may now either exit pro gramming mode or program the next available feature To exit prog...

Page 60: ... displayed press the button to select it You may now either exit pro gramming mode or program the next available feature To exit programming mode see Exiting Programming Mode later in this section APPROACH LIGHTING approach lighting This feature allows you to program the exterior lights to turn on or remain off when you use the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter to unlock your vehicle while it is da...

Page 61: ...ion AUTO HIGH BEAMS auto matic high beams This feature allows you to turn the automatic high beam system on or off Press the button to enter the submenu While in this submenu press the button repeatedly to scroll through the following options OFF off Select this option to disable this feature This is the default setting ON on Select this option to enable this feature NO CHANGE no change Once the d...

Page 62: ...u to view the curb while you parallel park Press the button to enter the submenu While in this submenu press the button repeatedly to scroll through the following options OFF off The outside mirrors do not tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse This is the default setting DRIVER MIRROR driver mirror The outside mirror on the driver s side of the vehicle will tilt down to a curb view ...

Page 63: ...BUTTON ONLY door button only With this setting activated the Memory Feature s easy exit position will not be automatically recalled The exit settings will only be recalled when the exit button is pressed BUTTON AND KEY OUT button and key out This is the default setting With this setting activated the Memory Feature s easy exit position will be automati cally recalled when the key is removed from t...

Page 64: ...ile in this submenu press the button repeatedly to scroll through the following options OFF off With this setting activated the Memory Feature s easy exit position will not be automatically recalled SEAT ONLY seat only With this setting activated the Memory Feature s easy exit position for the driver s seat will be automatically recalled TILT ONLY tilt only With this setting activated the Memory F...

Page 65: ...epeatedly to scroll through the following options OFF off With this setting activated the Memory Feature settings will not be automatically recalled This is the default setting ON on With this setting activated the Memory Feature settings will be automatically recalled when you unlock the vehicle using the remote keyless entry transmitter NO CHANGE no change Once the desired setting is displayed p...

Page 66: ...setting NO CHANGE no change Once the desired setting is displayed press the button to select it You may now either exit pro gramming mode or program the next available feature To exit programming mode see Exiting Programming Mode later in this section See Vehicle Remote Start under Remote Keyless Entry in Section 3 for more informa tion DISPLAY DIGITAL SPEED display digital speed This feature allo...

Page 67: ...eset all of the system s programma ble features to their default settings Press the button to enter the submenu While in this submenu press the button repeatedly to scroll through the following options RESTORE ALL restore all If you select this option all of the system s programmable features will be reset to their default settings This is the default setting DO NOT RESTORE do not restore If you s...

Page 68: ...lowing Turn off the ignition Press the driver information center trip fuel information button or vehicle information button Press the customization button repeatedly until the following message appears on the display PRESS TO EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS press to exit feature settings Press the button to exit the menu Do not press any buttons The display will time out after 40 seconds of inactivity 10ara...

Page 69: ...n restart the engine and calibrate the compass If CAL appears in the Driver Information Center display the compass needs calibration See Compass Calibration later in this section for more information It may be necessary to adjust the compass to compensate for compass variance If an incorrect reading is displayed first check that the compass is set to the correct variance zone If it is the compass ...

Page 70: ...n for more infor mation 3 Press repeatedly until PRESS TO CALIBRATE COMPASS press to cali brate compass is displayed 4 Press the button to start calibrating the compass CALIBRATING DRIVE IN CIR CLES calibrating drive in circles will appear on the display 5 Drive your vehicle in tight 360 circles at a speed of 8 km h or less until CALIBRA TION COMPLETE calibration complete appears on the dis play f...

Page 71: ...phic north Find your current location and zone number on the variance zone map To adjust for compass variance 1 Place the transmission in P Park 2 Press repeatedly until PRESS TO CHANGE COM PASS ZONE press to change compass zone is dis played 3 Press repeatedly to select the correct compass zone 4 Press and hold until a compass direction appears on the display 5 Calibrate the compass if necessary ...

Page 72: ...e sure to take messages seriously Some messages may not be cleared until the problem is fixed BATTERY LOW START VEHICLE battery low start vehicle Appears when the vehicle s battery is severely discharged You will hear four chimes when this message is displayed Start the vehicle immediately to charge the battery If the vehicle is not started and the battery continues to dis charge the following sys...

Page 73: ...NGE ENGINE OIL SOON change engine oil soon Appears when the life of the engine oil has expired and the oil should be replaced See Engine Oil in Section 4 for more information Also see the Maintenance Schedule booklet for more information After you change the oil you need to reset the system See the following for more information Vehicle Information Menu OIL LIFE REMAINING oil life remaining DRIVER...

Page 74: ...n the engine oil temperature gets hot Pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so Let the engine idle until it is cool See Engine Coolant Tempera ture Gage earlier in this sec tion ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE engine overheated idle engine Appears when the coolant temperature is too hot Pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so Let the engine idle until it is...

Page 75: ...gine power is reduced This message indicates that the engine cooling system temperature is too hot and that the system has further entered the engine overheat protection mode See Engine Overheating in Section 5 for more information A chime will also sound There may be a noticeable reduction in the vehicle s per formance This also can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message appea...

Page 76: ...se the hood ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE ice possible drive with care Appears when the outside temperature is cold enough to create icy road conditions Adjust your driving accord ingly LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN left rear door open Appears with a chime when the left rear door is open or ajar and the vehicle is shifted out of P Park Make sure that there are no obstructions in the way of the door and close...

Page 77: ...l pressure Severe engine damage can result from driving the vehicle with low oil pres sure Check the oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced Do not use the vehicle until the problem is fixed PARKING ASSIST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL park ing assist blocked see owner s manual Appears when something is interfering with the ultrasonic rear parking assist system For information about thi...

Page 78: ...pears with a chime when the front passenger door is open or ajar and the vehicle is shifted out of P Park Make sure that there are no obstructions in the way of the door and close the door REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE remote keyless entry transmitter learning active Appears while a remote keyless entry transmitter is being matched to the vehicle See the following earlier in this section for more inf...

Page 79: ... the air bag system See your dealer for service See Air Bag Light earlier in this section for more information SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM service battery charging system Note This message may not be available on all vehicles Appears if there is a problem with the electrical charging system Have the system checked right away Driving while this message is on could drain your battery If you must...

Page 80: ...SOON ser vice brakes soon Appears if there is a problem with the brake system Stop the vehicle and turn the engine off to reset the system Restart the vehicle If the message reappears the vehicle needs service See Brakes in Section 3 for more information on the brake system SERVICE PARKING ASSIST service parking assist Appears if there is a problem with the ultrasonic rear parking assist feature D...

Page 81: ...ou should adjust your driving accordingly See Stabilitrak System later in this section for more information SERVICE SUSPENSION SYSTEM service suspension system Appears when the suspension system is not working properly See your dealer for service SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM service theft deter rent system Appears when there is a prob lem with the theft deterrent system programmed into the key T...

Page 82: ...rvice traction control Appears if there is a problem with the Traction Control System When this message is displayed the system is not operational and you should adjust your driving accordingly See your dealer for service See Stabilitrak System later in this section for more information STABILITRAK OFF Stabilitrak off Appears when the stability enhancement system is turned off using the Stabilitra...

Page 83: ... fuel cap has not been fully tightened is missing or has been improperly installed The Malfunction Indicator Light should illuminate Check the fuel cap to be sure that it is properly installed After a few driving trips this message and light should turn off See Malfunction Indicator Light earlier in this section for more information TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE tire learning active Appears when the tire p...

Page 84: ...rlier in this section Stop as soon as possible and inflate the tires to the pressure value shown on the tire and loading information label This message will reappear at the start of each ignition cycle until the problem has been fixed See Tire and Loading Informa tion Label in Section 3 for more information Also see Tire Pressure Monitor under Tires in Section 4 for more information It is possible...

Page 85: ...top and idle the engine until the message is removed You will hear four chimes when this message is displayed Pull over and stop the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so Let the engine idle until it is cool The message will disappear when the fluid has cooled NOTICE Driving the vehicle with the engine and transmission temperature above the normal operating range could damage your vehicle This co...

Page 86: ...for information ANALOG CLOCK Your vehicle is equipped with an analog clock located on the instrument panel To set the clock Locate the adjust button to the lower left of the clock Press and hold the button to spin the clock hands Release the button before you get to the desired time Press and release the button to increase the clock by one minute intervals until the desired time is reached Your ve...

Page 87: ...AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with a heating and air conditioning system See Heating and Air Conditioning later in this section for more information on how to operate the system NAVIGATION SYSTEM For information on how to use this system see the separate navigation entertainment system manual HOOD RELEASE Use the hood release handle located on the lower left side of the inst...

Page 88: ...em working but this is normal The system should be done initializing before the vehicle reaches a speed of 32 km h In some cases it may take approx imately two miles of driving before the system completes initializa tion If the system fails initialization one of the following messages will appear on the Driver Information Center display TRACTION CONTROL OFF Traction Control Off SERVICE TRACTION CO...

Page 89: ...e begins to go in a direction other than that intended by the driver the Stabilitrak system activates Adjustments will be made auto matically to try to regain control of the vehicle You may feel or hear the system working but this is normal When the Stabilitrak system activates the Stabilitrak Indicator Light will flash You should normally leave the system in its normal operating mode however make...

Page 90: ...ILITRAK OFF Stabilitrak off will appear in the Driver Information Center display The vehicle will still have brake traction control when Stabilitrak is off but the engine speed management system will be disabled To return the system to its normal operating mode press the button again Stabilitrak may also turn off auto matically if a problem is detected within the system If the problem does not cle...

Page 91: ...dicator Light will flash You should normally leave the system in its normal operating mode however make sure to turn the system off if the vehicle is stuck in mud sand or snow See If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Section 5 Press the Stabilitrak button to turn the system off The button is located on the instrument panel to the right of the sound system The Stabilitrak light should turn on The TRACTION...

Page 92: ...sage is displayed Otherwise the transfer case could be damaged This could lead to costly repairs not covered by your warranty Immediately reduce engine power until the lights and messages are no longer displayed The traction control system may activate on rough roads during heavy acceleration while turning or when the transmission abruptly upshifts or downshifts When this happens vehicle accel era...

Page 93: ...ime when the ignition is off can drain your battery Always turn off any electrical equipment that is not in use Any resulting damage would not be covered by your warranty Outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment such as a cellular telephone CB radio etc The front power outlet is located in the center console storage compartment Your vehicle may also be equipped with a rear power outlet ...

Page 94: ...stallation instructions included with the equipment Certain electrical accessories may not be compatible with the power outlets in your vehicle Use of such accessories may result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses If you experience a problem see your dealer for more information on the accessory power outlets NOTICE Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessor...

Page 95: ...low beams pull the lever back toward you When the high beams are on an indicator light on the instrument cluster will also be on Note Power to the exterior lights and to most interior lights is automatically turned off 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off If you want the headlights to stay on for an additional 10 minutes use the main light switch to turn them back on manually Rotate the kno...

Page 96: ...k on Close and re open the door Automatic Headlight System When activated this automatic headlight feature turns your head lights and other operating lights on and off by sensing how dark it is outside In order for this feature to work properly be sure not to cover the light sensor on the top of the instrument panel Rotate the knob to AUTO to activate this system Then if it is dark outside your ve...

Page 97: ...hts turned on and you turn the ignition off the exterior lights will stay on for a period of delayed illumination while you leave the vicinity of the vehicle Use the Driver Information Center to turn this feature on or off and to increase or decrease the length of the delayed illumination period See the following under Driver Information Center earlier in this section for more information Feature ...

Page 98: ...le is started To disable this feature do the following Press the AUTO button located at the bottom of the inside rearview mirror or Push the multifunction lever toward the front of the vehicle to turn on the high beams When the system is enabled the high beam headlights will remain on until one of the following occurs The system detects the head lights of an oncoming vehicle The system detects the...

Page 99: ...or is obstructed The vehicle load is causing the sensor to point upwards The vehicle is being driven on winding or hilly roads If any of these conditions exist disable the automatic high beam system If you press and hold AUTO for more than 20 seconds the indicator light will flash three times to let you know that the system is in service mode If the light flashes you will need to reactivate this f...

Page 100: ...the knob all the way to the right to turn on the interior lights The parking lights or headlights must be on for this feature to work Fog Lights Use fog lights for better vision in foggy or misty conditions The fog lights only operate if the ignition is on The fog lights switch is located next to the main lights control to the left of the steering wheel Press the switch to turn your fog lights on ...

Page 101: ...also turning on the headlights Illuminated Entry Exit System When a door is opened some interior lights will turn on to illuminate your entry into the vehicle When the key is removed from the ignition some interior lights will turn on to illuminate your exit from the vehicle To keep the lights from turning on see Dome Lights Override Button Dome Lights The dome lights come on auto matically when y...

Page 102: ...xt to them Press the switch to turn the lights on and off Exterior Cargo Lamps Cargo lights illuminate the cargo area of the vehicle or the top box storage compartments Some vehicles are only equipped with a cargo light in the driver side top box storage compartment The exterior cargo lights come on automatically when you open the doors To turn the lights on manually whether the doors are open or ...

Page 103: ...and Air Conditioning system This switchbank may contain the following controls Adjustable Accelerator and Brake Pedals Control Power Running Boards Control If equipped If your vehicle does not have an option controlled by one of the switches listed above the option s switch will be replaced with a blank switch 10araEscaladeEXT Page 103 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 104: ...atic climate control system to work properly be sure not to cover the sensors See Sensors later in this section The outside temperature appears in the driver information center display For more information see Driver Information Center in earlier this section Press the driver s temperature knob fan defrost AUTO or air conditioning button on the climate control panel to turn the system on If you pr...

Page 105: ...l to turn the system back on TEMPERATURE CONTROL You can choose from 15 C 60 F to 32 C 90 F However if the system is in the automatic mode and you choose 15 C 60 F for maximum cooling or 32 C 90 F for maximum heating the system will remain at the maximum cooling or heating setting Choosing the maximum heating or cooling setting will not cause the system to heat or cool any faster Driver Temperatur...

Page 106: ...mation If you would like to reset the passenger s temperature to be the same as the driver s press to turn off the passenger s control AUTOMATIC MODE In order for the automatic climate control system to work properly be sure not to cover the sensors See Sensors later in this section 1 Press AUTO to turn the system on and activate the automatic mode AUTO will appear on the display When AUTO is sele...

Page 107: ...hot outside and quick cooling is needed In cold weather the system will delay turning on the fan to avoid blowing cold air into the vehicle If you would like to override this delay press the fan switch to manually select a fan speed MANUAL MODE Fan Speed Selector Use to manually control the fan speed Press the top part of the switch to increase fan speed and the bottom part of the switch to decrea...

Page 108: ...ned off the display goes blank after displaying the current setting You may choose one of the following settings This mode directs airflow through the instrument panel outlets The blending mode directs airflow through both the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets Some air may go to the wind shield and side window vents The air coming from the floor outlets may be slightly warmed The heat...

Page 109: ...A C compressor will automat ically operate in this mode if the temperature is above 4 C The recirculation function cannot be activated in this mode Do not drive the vehicle unless all windows are clear of fog snow ice or anything else that may obstruct your vision When defrost mode is selected the passenger s temperature setting cannot be changed If you press the passenger s temperature knob when ...

Page 110: ...or light will flash three times to let you know that the function will not operate Using this mode in cold and damp weather may cause the windows to fog up To defog the windows quickly use the defog or defrosting mode and set the fan at the highest speed A C Compressor Button Press to manually turn the air conditioning compressor on and off The indicator light will appear on the display The system...

Page 111: ...ction 3 for more information SENSORS In order for the automatic climate control system to work properly be sure not to cover the sensors The climate control system uses the information from the sensors to adjust the outlet temperature fan speed and air delivery mode Solar Sensor The sensor is located on top of the instrument panel near the windshield Temperature Sensors The inside temperature sens...

Page 112: ...y Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle Air Outlets Use the tab in the center of each upper outlet to angle the outlet louvers up down right or left to direct airflow as desired To control the amount of airflow through an outlet rotate the thumbwheel next to or below the outlet Rear Window Defogger Press this button to defog your rear window To turn it off p...

Page 113: ... with your dealer before adding any audio or communi cation equipment Also check applicable rules covering mobile radio and telephone units Your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system The radio is integrated into that system s control panel See the separate manual for the navigation enter tainment system and its radio for further information In order for this feature to work the ignition mus...

Page 114: ...lways required while driving Cellular phone usage may cause interference with your vehicle s radio This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls charging the phone s battery or simply when the phone is on This interference is described as an increased level of static while listening to the radio If you notice static while listening to the radio unplug the cellular phone and turn...

Page 115: ...dio When the radio source is active on both the front radio and the rear seat audio system only one radio band can be selected If the current band is changed by either the rear seat audio system or the front radio both systems will change to the new band Audio output from this system can be heard using wired headphones not included or your vehicle s speakers If your vehicle is equipped with the op...

Page 116: ...e left set of wired head phones and the right knob controls the volume for the right set of wired headphones Rotate the volume knob to increase or decrease the volume SOURCE SELECTION Press SRCE to switch between the available audio sources Radio 6 Disc CD DVD Changer Rear Auxiliary Device If equipped and connected SRCE PROG 10araEscaladeEXT Page 116 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 117: ...nder 10 seconds the system goes to the previous track If the track has been playing long er than 10 seconds the system restarts the current track chapter Press the button and the radio will go to the next higher station and stay there To tune to a specific frequency press and hold either or until the display flashes Then press the left or right seek arrow to increase or decrease the station freque...

Page 118: ...CONTROLS Your vehicle has radio controls mounted on the steering wheel MUTE BUTTON Press to silence the system s speakers If the rear seat occupants are listening to the headphones the sound will not be muted Press it again to turn the sound back on In some vehicles this button is also used to interact with the OnStar or Bluetooth features These features are not currently available on your vehicle...

Page 119: ...ress and hold until a beep sounds The radio will find the next higher station and stay there for a few seconds Then it will go to the next station and pause and keep doing that Press the button again when you want to stop scanning If you are listening to a CD or DVD press and release to advance to the next disc if multiple discs are loaded Navigating an iPod or USB Device When the main audio scree...

Page 120: ...anti theft feature This feature works automatically by learning a portion of the vehicle identification number Your radio will not operate if it is stolen or moved to another vehicle ANTENNA If the mast becomes slightly bent you can straighten it by hand The mast antenna can be replaced if severely bent Mast antennas must be kept clean for good performance The fixed mast antenna is designed to wit...

Page 121: ...and is equipped with a navigation guidance system with route planning For information on how to use this system see the separate navigation entertainment system manual CONTROLS MOUNTED ON STEERING WHEEL COLUMN You will find the following controls mounted on the steering wheel or steering column A I B E C D F H G 10araEscaladeEXT Page 121 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 122: ...u want the wheel to move Press the switch up or down to tilt the wheel up or down Do not use the upper most position as a driving position The air bag will not be effective if the steering wheel is in this position It is recommended that you use the upper most position only for entry and exit See the following for more information Feature Customization EASY EXIT SETUP easy exit setup EASY EXIT REC...

Page 123: ...n this section for more information Gearshift Lever See Starting and Operating Instructions for additional infor mation on the Gearshift Lever Tow Haul Button Press and release the button to turn the tow haul mode on or off See Tow Haul Mode under Trailer Towing in Section 3 Hazard Warning Flasher Use hazard warning flashers to warn others of emergency conditions or when your vehicle is in a traff...

Page 124: ...ge the turn signal lights will flash six times If the arrows flash at a faster rate than normal a signal bulb may be burned out Check the front and rear signal lights to make sure they are working properly If a bulb is burned out replace it to help avoid an accident If the green arrows don t go on at all when you signal a turn check the fuse and for burned out bulbs See Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...

Page 125: ... will also be on Headlight High Beam Flashing You may be able to flash your high beams to signal other drivers when the low beam headlights are on To do this pull and hold the lever toward you as long as you want the high beams to be on Release it to turn the high beams off Windshield Wipers NOTICE Clear any ice or snow from the wiper blades before using them to prevent damage to the blades and ov...

Page 126: ...e properly reducing forward vision Replace worn wiper blades Windshield Washer At the top of the multifunction lever there s a paddle with the windshield washer symbol on it To spray washer fluid on the wind shield just push the paddle and release The wipers will clear the window and then either stop or return to your preset speed If the washer fluid reservoir is low on fluid WASHER FLUID LOW ADD ...

Page 127: ...s to limit wheel spin the cruise control will automatically disengage See the following for more information Stabilitrak System Once conditions are back to normal you may turn the cruise control back on CAUTION It is dangerous to use cruise control in heavy traffic or on slippery or winding roads Cruise control will not work if the parking brake is set or if the master cylinder brake fluid level i...

Page 128: ...t using it To Get Out of Cruise Control To temporarily turn off cruise control without erasing the set speed memory do the following Step on the brake pedal Or Press the cruise control cancel button The Cruise Control light will turn off To turn off cruise control and erase the set speed memory do the following Press the cruise control button or Turn off the ignition RES SET RES SET 10araEscaladeE...

Page 129: ...u push the plus button to return to your chosen speed don t hold the switch there If you hold it the vehicle will accelerate and continue to gain speed It will keep going faster until you release the switch or apply the brake To Go to a Higher Speed To go to a higher speed do any of the following Use the accelerator pedal to get to the higher speed Press SET Release the button and the accelerator ...

Page 130: ...and hold the SET button Your vehicle will slow down When it gets to the lower speed you want let go of the button The vehicle will maintain the lower speed Tapping the button will lower your vehicle s speed by 1 6 km h for each tap To Pass Another Vehicle When You re in Cruise Control Just use the accelerator pedal when you need more speed When you take your foot off the pedal the vehicle will go ...

Page 131: ...rol is used while tow haul mode is active See the following in Section 3 for more information Grade Braking and Cruise Grade Braking MIRRORS Outside Mirrors The passenger s side mirror is convex A convex mirror s surface is curved so you can see more from the driver s seat CAUTION A convex mirror makes objects appear to be farther away than they really are Check your inside mirror or glance over y...

Page 132: ...irror later in this section for more information HEATED MIRRORS The power mirrors are heated every time the rear defogger is activated See Rear Window Defogger under Heating and Air Condition ing System earlier in this section for more information POWER FOLDING MIRRORS Your vehicle is equipped with power folding outside mirrors You should fold the mirrors inward to prevent damage when going throug...

Page 133: ...ry Feature later in this section for more information CURB VIEW ASSIST MIRROR With this feature turned on the passenger s and or driver s mirror will tilt down whenever the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse to a pre programmed position allowing you to view the curb while you parallel park If further adjustment is needed use the power mirror switch A few seconds after you shift back out of R Revers...

Page 134: ...dimming is activated This also activates the auto dimming outside rearview mirror NOTICE Do not spray glass cleaner directly onto the mirror Use a dampened cloth or paper towel to clean the mirror AUTOMATIC INSIDE DAY NIGHT MIRROR WITH AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHT CONTROL IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle is equipped with the fully automatic inside rearview mirror which has an on off button at the base of...

Page 135: ...closed is danger ous They could be overcome by extreme heat and could suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Never leave a child a helpless adult or a pet alone in a vehi cle especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather CAUTION Do not leave children in the vehicle with the ignition key They could operate the power windows or other controls and could even make the veh...

Page 136: ...by a circuit breaker If there is an electrical overload the power window system will stop until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed EXPRESS DOWN FEATURE Each window switch has an Express Down feature The window can be opened a small amount by tapping the front part of the switch lightly When the switch is pressed all the way down and released the window will go down all the ...

Page 137: ...tch or pull the switch up briefly ANTI PINCH FEATURE If a head hand or another object is in the way of the window as it is express closing the window will stop and open to a preset position The window will function normally once the obstruction is removed The anti pinch feature may also be activated by certain weather conditions such as severe icing Anti Pinch Window Override Mode CAUTION Lifting ...

Page 138: ...DOW LOCKOUT SWITCH There is a rear window lock switch which allows the driver to prevent passengers from operating the rear windows This button is located on the driver s door armrest near the power window switches Press the lock out button to disable the passengers window controls Press it again to turn them back on The indicator light in the button will glow when the lock out feature is activate...

Page 139: ...d doors can be danger ous Passengers especially children can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle if the doors are left unlocked When a door is locked the handle won t open it Young children who get into unlocked vehicles may be unable to get out A child could be overcome by extreme heat and could suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock your vehicle w...

Page 140: ...and unlock all the doors Press to lock all the doors and the tailgate Press to unlock all the doors and the tailgate From the outside use your key to lock or unlock the driver s door From the outside you may also use your keyless entry transmitter to lock or unlock the doors and the tailgate See Remote Keyless Entry in Section 3 for more information Operating the remote keyless entry system may in...

Page 141: ...NG If you press the power door lock switch once while any door is open you will hear three chimes indicating that this feature is active The doors will not lock Five seconds after the last door is closed all the doors and the tailgate will lock Any door can be reopened during the five second delay To override this feature and lock the doors immediately press the power door lock switch twice Use th...

Page 142: ...r door You must open the rear doors to access the locks When the security lock is engaged you can lock and unlock the rear doors using the remote keyless entry the front power door lock switch or by lifting the rear door lock manually But the door can only be opened from the outside Security Lock Activation To activate this feature use the ignition key to turn the rear door security lock to the ho...

Page 143: ... feature press the disable switch located on the instrument panel switchbank Press the button again to restore normal operation Note The running boards must be in the retracted position to be disabled NOTICE Be sure to retract and disable the power running boards before your vehicle goes through an automatic car wash Otherwise the vehicle could be damaged and the repairs would not be covered by yo...

Page 144: ...h of the vehicle s cargo area into the cab The following are the main components of the midgate system Latch Levers Grab Handles Glass Catch Button Glass Lock Knobs Window Retaining Tabs Midgate Release Handle Window Alignment Arrows Midgate Glass Removal CAUTION An improperly stored remov able rear glass could be thrown about the vehicle during a colli sion or sudden maneuver You or others could ...

Page 145: ...r to access the rear glass storage pocket 2 To unlatch the rear glass squeeze and pull down the latch levers located near the upper corners of the rear glass The glass catch button will catch the rear glass and prevent it from falling forward 3 While holding the rear glass in place press the glass catch button C A C 10araEscaladeEXT Page 145 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 146: ...age pocket in the mid gate guiding the lower edge of the rear glass behind the three rear glass retaining tabs Hold the rear glass flat against the storage pocket with the handles facing you until the next step 6 Rotate both glass lock knobs located at both top corners of the storage pocket to the locked position Push in on the corner of the rear glass to allow the lock knob to engage more easily ...

Page 147: ...nal position Midgate Glass Installation To reinstall the rear glass do the following 1 To unlatch the rear glass from the storage pocket squeeze and pull down the latch levers located near the upper corners of the rear glass 2 While holding the rear glass in place rotate the glass lock knobs to the unlocked position 3 Pull the rear glass out from the storage pocket using the handles 10araEscaladeE...

Page 148: ...ear glass side to side using the arrows 5 Using the handles at the top of the rear glass apply firm downward pressure and then push the rear glass flat against the window frame 6 Push both latch levers up to the locked position You should hear a click when the latch lever locks securely G 10araEscaladeEXT Page 148 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 149: ...moved and stored in the storage pocket To lower the midgate do the following 1 Fold the rear seats forward See Seat Controls in Section 2 for more information 2 From outside of the vehicle hold the midgate securely so it does not fall forward Rotate the midgate handle clockwise and pull the midgate toward you 3 Lower the midgate until it lies flat 10araEscaladeEXT Page 149 Wednesday October 14 200...

Page 150: ...earlier in this section for more information Midgate Glass Installation Tailgate CAUTION Do not let anyone ride where they cannot wear a safety belt properly If you are in a crash and you are not wearing a safety belt you can be seriously injured or killed It is extremely dangerous for passengers to ride on the tailgate even when the vehicle is traveling at slow speeds Serious injuries death and e...

Page 151: ...t is locked in place Tailgate Removal NOTICE Removing the tailgate may damage electrical connectors for other systems The power lock and unlock feature may be disabled The rear vision camera system could be damaged See your dealer if you would like to remove the tailgate Rear Area Storage CARGO TIE DOWNS The rear area of your vehicle is equipped with cargo tie downs that allow you to strap cargo i...

Page 152: ... areas Top Drain Grates Midgate Drain Grate Side Rail Channels Front Drains Water Drainage Area Rear Drains Cargo Floor Cargo Mat To ensure the water management system performs properly make sure the midgate tailgate and cover system are fully closed and that each element of the water management system is clean and not blocked by debris Top Drain Grates The top drain grates located near the rear g...

Page 153: ...e slots in the grate then push the grate down firmly The grate should clip into place Do not force it Realign the clips with the slots in the grate and try installing it again Side Rail Channels The side rail channels located on top of both sides of the cargo area may need to be flushed with clean water to clear away any debris collecting inside of them Be careful not to damage the rails when load...

Page 154: ...Midgate earlier in this section Pull up on the rear side of the drain grate and tilt it away from you as you pull it straight out Flush the drain with water Reverse the procedure to reinstall the grate Cargo Floor Drains The four drain areas in the cargo bed should be cleaned periodically to ensure proper water drainage The cargo mat if equipped may be lifted or removed to properly flush and clean...

Page 155: ... of the vehicle or the top box stor age compartments See the following earlier in this section for more information Exterior Cargo Lamps Rear Area Cover Panels CAUTION Improperly stored cargo cover panels could be thrown about the vehicle during a collision or sudden maneuver You or others could be injured If you remove a panel always store it in the proper storage location When you put it back al...

Page 156: ...ing 1 Lower the tailgate See Tailgate earlier in this section 2 Beginning with cargo panel marked 3 unlock it by pulling the left and right cargo panel latches forward The latches are located on the bottom of the cargo panel Pull the cargo panel up and out from the side rails and set it aside 3 Remove cargo panel marked 2 as described in step 2 2 3 1 x 2 x 2 10araEscaladeEXT Page 156 Wednesday Oct...

Page 157: ...argo panels do the following 1 Remove the cargo panels from the storage system 2 Beginning with cargo panel marked 1 make sure the latches are in the unlocked position then place the panel on the rails of the cargo area while holding the back of the panel up 3 Push the panel forward until it is snug against the midgate and then lower the back of the panel When lowering the panel make sure the pegs...

Page 158: ...sing the same procedure install cargo panel marked 2 and then panel marked 3 When locking the latches always lock the left latch before locking the right latch Cargo Panel Storage System The three cargo panels can be stored in the cargo area using the storage straps Always use the storage straps to store the cargo panels while driving the vehicle x 2 10araEscaladeEXT Page 158 Wednesday October 14 ...

Page 159: ...e sure the latches are in the locked position parallel to the front and back edge of the panel 2 Secure the first secondary strap 3 Secure the last secondary strap 4 Put the unsecured strap ends out of the way on top of the lid and tray 5 Starting with cargo panel marked 1 load the cargo panel with the latches up and facing toward the side of the cargo area B C A 1 10araEscaladeEXT Page 159 Wednes...

Page 160: ... the side of the cargo area 7 Load cargo panel marked 3 with the latches up and facing the side of the cargo area 8 Pull the unsecured strap ends over and around the panels into the cargo box 9 Fasten the four strap clips 2 3 A B B B B 10araEscaladeEXT Page 160 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 161: ... the free end of the straps 11 Close both cross locks at the center to secure tightly When not in use fold the straps for storage as described below 1 Extend the strap ends on a flat surface 10araEscaladeEXT Page 161 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 162: ...nd of the folded straps 4 Wrap the long strap around the folded straps 5 Secure the straps by attach ing the hooks to the webbing 6 Store the straps inside one of the top box storage com partments See Top Box Storage earlier in this section for more information 10araEscaladeEXT Page 162 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 163: ...ger Sensing System in Section 2 Sunroof Switches If equipped If your vehicle is equipped with a sunroof see Sunroof later in this section Reading Lights See Reading Lights earlier in this section for more information Universal Transmitter NOTICE Modifications made to this system by anyone other than an authorized service facility may void authorization to use the system Each of the three universal...

Page 164: ...ecommended that you park the vehicle outside the garage For quicker and more accurate transmission of the radio frequen cy install a new battery in your hand held transmitter Determining the Code Type Some older garage door openers are fixed code transmitters The same signal is sent each time the button is pressed If the device operates with a fixed code there will be a series of switches present ...

Page 165: ...tes with a fixed code See Determining the Code Type earlier in this section Note If the hand held transmitter is lost proceed with the next step 2 Check the motor head unit for the device to verify if switches exist on the unit 3 Compare any existing switches on the motor head unit to those of the hand held transmitter If the total number of switches or the switch settings on the motor head unit a...

Page 166: ...umber 5 Simultaneously press and hold all three universal transmitter buttons for about three seconds to activate the programming mode The indicator light should begin to blink slowly Note Do not allow more than two and a half minutes to elapse when entering the switch positions Otherwise you will have to start the procedure over 6 Enter the switch positions Begin with switch 1 Use the following i...

Page 167: ... you see movement 10 Release the button when the device moves The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete 11 Press and release the programmed button The device should move to confirm that programming is successful If additional buttons are to be programmed repeat the previous steps ROLLING CODE TRANSMITTERS Read through all of the following programming procedure before you...

Page 168: ...in to blink slowly It may take up to 20 seconds before you see movement 4 Release the button when the device moves The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is complete 5 Press and release the programmed button The device should move to confirm that programming is successful If additional buttons are to be programmed repeat the previous steps USING THE UNIVERSAL TRANSMITTER Briefly ...

Page 169: ...ction Sun Visors To block out glare pull the sun visor down or to the side You can also slide the visor along the rod as necessary Pull the visor outward away from its mounting point The visor will slide along its support rod When moved to the side the sun visor will also slide forward and rearward Some visors have an extender Pull out the extender for extra coverage Vanity Mirrors There are vanit...

Page 170: ...witch is used to operate the vent and close functions Manual Operation Press and hold the back of the sunroof switch to open the sunroof to a desired position Release the switch when the sunroof reaches the desired position The system has a feature which allows you to automatically open the sunroof to a preset comfort position Use this position to minimize noise and to make the passengers more com...

Page 171: ...To activate the express close mode to fully close the sunroof press the front of the switch all the way down to the second position and release it If you want to stop the roof in a partially open position a slight touch of the switch in either direction will stop it Vent Position Once the glass panel is closed press and release the rear of switch to open the sunroof to the vent position If you wan...

Page 172: ...ill raise fully Once the obstruction is removed the glass panel can be closed Luggage Carrier CAUTION If you try to carry something on top of your vehicle that is longer or wider than the luggage carrier like paneling plywood a mattress and so forth the wind can catch it as you drive along What you are carrying could be violently torn off and this could cause you or other drivers to have a collisi...

Page 173: ...ngs to keep in mind When loading things on the roof of the vehicle take care not to block or damage the center high mounted stoplight If small heavy objects are to be loaded onto the luggage carrier cut a piece of plywood to fit inside the crossrails and side rails to spread the load Tie the plywood to the side rail supports Tie the load to the siderails or the siderail supports Use the crossrails...

Page 174: ...ment in the instrument panel above the compact disc changer To open the compartment press in on the bottom of the lid and the lid will automatically raise up Press down on the lid to close it Center Console The console between the front seats opens into a storage area The console has upper and lower storage areas To open the storage area lift the latch and swing the compartment lid open There are ...

Page 175: ... Glove Box The glove box can be used to store small items To open the glove box pull upward on the bottom of the handle on the glove box door Cupholders There is a dual cupholder located behind a panel at the front of the center console Press on the panel to open or close the cupholder The front cupholder may be removed for easy cleaning by pushing down and then back on the cupholder There is also...

Page 176: ...ole NOTICE Do not put papers and other things that burn into the ashtrays If you do cigarettes placed in the ashtrays could start them on fire To use the cigarette lighter push it in and wait for it to pop out Do not put anything other than the cigarette lighter in the heating element CAUTION Do not hold the cigarette light er in with your hand while it is heating If you do it could damage the hea...

Page 177: ...ors and turn the ignition to ON and then back to LOCK BATTERY RUNDOWN PROTECTION Power to the interior lights is automatically turned off 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off ULTRASONIC REAR PARKING ASSIST CAUTION Use care when parking your vehicle Always check for people other vehicles and obstructions Also check for blind spots The system is only able to detect objects according to the pa...

Page 178: ...t least 25 4 cm above ground level The object must be below the top of the tailgate when the tailgate is in the closed position Vehicle speed must be less than 8 km h In order for a rear sensor to detect an object behind of the vehicle the object must within 2 5 m of the rear bumper To ensure proper operation of the parking assist system make sure the sensors on the rear bumper are free from ice s...

Page 179: ... distance between the rear of the vehicle and the object is less than 30 cm continuous chimes will sound The system can be disabled by pressing the rear parking assist button located near the sound system The indicator light will come on when the system is turned off and you shift into R Reverse If you disable the system the PARKING ASSIST OFF parking assist off message will appear in the driver i...

Page 180: ...hicle A tow bar is attached to the vehicle The system receives vibrations from a large nearby vehicle or from heavy equipment such as a jackhammer The message will remain in the Driver Information Center display until conditions are back to normal If the message does not turn off when conditions are back to normal the vehicle must be driven forward at a minimum speed of 40 km h Otherwise if the me...

Page 181: ...ads may occur when several of the following systems are on simultaneously Headlight High Low Beams Fog Lights Climate Controls Rear Window Defogger Heated Seats Engine Cooling Fan Using the accessory power outlets or pulling a trailer will also produce heavy electrical loads If the system senses a problem a message will appear on the Driver Information Center display The Charging System Light may ...

Page 182: ...t the driver s seat outside mirrors steering wheel and adjustable pedals to your desired settings 2 Press and hold the appropriate driver memory button 1 or 2 until you hear two beeps indicating the settings have been saved Now when your transmission is in P Park and you press one of the memory buttons 1 or 2 you will hear a beep and the memory settings will be recalled Memory recall can be stoppe...

Page 183: ...patible with the memory feature Resetting the Memory Feature If anything obstructs the seat or adjustable pedals while they are moving to their stored memory positions the seat and pedals may stop working You may have to reset the memory feature To reset the memory feature do the following 1 Remove the obstruction 2 Press and hold the control for the feature that is not responding for two seconds ...

Page 184: ...on with the transmission in P Park the seat and or steering column will move to the exit position You will hear one beep You can use the Driver Information Center to program the memory feature to adjust to your chosen exit position when you remove your key from the ignition See the following under Driver Information Center earlier in this section for more information Feature Customization EASY EXI...

Page 185: ...t Extension 198 Safety Belt Care 198 Replacing Safety Belts 198 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy 199 Safety Belt Reminder Light 200 Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light 200 Supplemental Restraints 201 Safety Belt Pretensioners 201 Air Bag System 201 Passenger Sensing System 208 Child Restraints 215 Anchors for Child Restraints with Lower Attaching Points and Top Strap 222 2 Sea ts an 10araEscalade...

Page 186: ...switch makes the rear of the seat go up or down Move the entire switch up or down to make the whole seat move up or down Move the switch forward or back to move the seat forward or rearward FRONT SEATBACK POWER RECLINING CONTROL Push the top of the switch forward or rearward to adjust the angle of the seatback Do not have a seatback reclined while the vehicle is moving 10araEscaladeEXT Page 186 We...

Page 187: ...he switch to increase support or press and hold the rear of the switch to decrease support Press and hold the top of the control to raise the height of the lumbar support To lower the height of the lumbar support press and hold the bottom of the control Release the switch when the lower seatback reaches the desired position MEMORY SEAT MIRRORS STEERING COLUMN AND ADJUSTABLE PEDALS This feature all...

Page 188: ...elected setting 3 lights high 2 lights medium 1 light low This feature will turn off automati cally when the vehicle is turned off Heated Seats Press if you would like the system to heat only the seatback A symbol will appear on the climate control display when this feature is turned on Press if you would like the system to heat the seat and the seatback A symbol will appear on the climate control...

Page 189: ...ints are adjustable Pull the head restraint up to raise it The top of the restraint should be at the same height as the top of your head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a collision The front head restraints lock into place when raised To release and lower a restraint press the button located at the top of the seatback Push down on the head restraint to make sure it is locked i...

Page 190: ...to the folding midgate See Midgate in Section 1 for more information Folding the Seat 1 Make sure that the head restraint is completely lowered 2 To fold the seat cushion pull the strap to release the seat cushion then pull the seat cushion up and fold it forward NOTICE Damage to the rear seat or safety belts can occur if the seat is folded with the safety belts fastened Before folding a seat unbu...

Page 191: ...back isn t 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 seatback to be sure it is locked Pressing the rear of the seat cushion down locks the seatback in place CAUTION A safety belt that is twisted or improperly attached or routed won t provide the protection needed in a crash After raising a rear seatback al...

Page 192: ...when the vehicle is traveling at slow speeds Serious injuries death and ejection from the vehicle can occur during a sudden vehicle maneuver or collision Do not allow anyone to ride in any area of the vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts CAUTION It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more ...

Page 193: ...low two children to share the same belt Lap Shoulder Belt All seating positions are equipped with lap shoulder belts The lap shoulder belt should be worn properly as described below To fasten the belt 1 Adjust the seat and sit up straight 2 Pick up the latch plate 3 Pull the belt across you Do not let it get twisted The shoulder belt may lock if you pull it out very quickly To unlock it let the be...

Page 194: ...ch stronger pelvic bones 5 If your seating position is equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster adjust the shoulder belt height See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster later in this section 6 Pull on the shoulder section to adjust the lap fit For smaller occupants you may need to pull the stitching on the lap belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the belt The shoulder belt locks if there is...

Page 195: ...rm or behind your back Make sure the belt is not twisted across your body and never secure a safety belt over an armrest if equipped When using a safety belt sit up straight and keep your feet on the floor in front of you The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces The shoulder belt should not cross the fa...

Page 196: ...the proper height To move the height adjuster up just push up on the shoulder belt guide To make sure it is locked in place try to move the height adjuster down without squeezing the release buttons Shoulder Belt Comfort Guides If equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with rear shoulder belt guides which provide comfort and support for some adults and children who have outgrown booster seats These...

Page 197: ...e the safety belt as you would normally For more information on using lap shoulder belts see Lap Shoulder Belt earlier in this section CAUTION The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces Wearing a safety belt improperly could cause serious injury To remove the comfort guide 1 Squeeze the belt edges togethe...

Page 198: ...y weaken them In a crash they might not be able to provide adequate protection Clean safety belts only with mild soap and lukewarm water Replacing Safety Belts CAUTION A crash can damage the restraint systems so that they do not provide proper protection This could result in serious injury or even death in a collision To help make sure your restraint systems are working properly after a crash have...

Page 199: ... feature Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone including pregnant women Like all occupants they are more likely to be seriously injured if they do not wear safety belts A pregnant woman should wear a lap shoulder belt and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible throughout the pregnancy The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother When a safety belt...

Page 200: ...onsole Several seconds after the engine is started a chime will come on for several seconds to remind the front passenger to fasten the safety belt The passenger safety belt light will also come on and stay on for several seconds then flash for several seconds and finally it will shine steadily again If the passen ger s belt is buckled neither the chime nor the light will come on The chime and lig...

Page 201: ...ners will also help tighten the safety belts during a side collision or rollover event The pretensioners are located in the driver and right front passenger safety belt assemblies Pretensioners work only once If the pretensioners are activated in a collision they will need to be replaced AIR BAG SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with two air bags that may inflate from the center of the steering whee...

Page 202: ...ed side impact air bags Seat mounted side impact air bags are designed to inflate from the outboard sides of the front seatbacks during a moderate to severe side collision on the side of the vehicle which is struck Roof mounted side impact air bags are designed to inflate during a moderate to severe side collision severe frontal impact or a vehicle rollover to protect the driver the front passenge...

Page 203: ...trike and injure another person in the vehicle or could be ejected from the vehicle Everyone in your vehicle who has outgrown child restraints should wear a safety belt properly whether or not there is an air bag for that person CAUTION Continued Both the safety belt restraint system and the air bag restraint system are designed to best protect adults Anyone who is up against or very close to an i...

Page 204: ...d be seri ously injured or killed if the passenger s air bag inflates This is because the back of the restraint would be very close to the inflating air bag A child in a forward facing child restraint in the front passenger seating position could be seriously injured or killed if the passenger s air bag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position If however you secure a forward facing...

Page 205: ...act air bags are not designed to inflate in rollovers or in rear frontal or near frontal crashes Roof mounted rollover air bags are designed to inflate when either side of the vehicle is struck during a side collision severe frontal impact or a vehicle rollover They are not designed to inflate in a rear collision CAUTION Do not attach anything to the area from where the air bag inflates If somethi...

Page 206: ... block the inflation path of a roof mounted side impact air bag Do not use seat accessories that block the path of a seat mounted side impact air bag Vehicle occupants should not lean or sleep against the doors or side windows CAUTION When an air bag inflates it leaves dust in the air This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble To avoid t...

Page 207: ... system See Tires in Section 4 for more information Some components of the air bag module may be hot for several minutes However the parts of the air bag that come into contact with you may be warm but not too hot to touch NOTICE Do not damage the air bag covers If you damage the covers the air bag may not work properly If an air bag cover is damaged you may have to replace the air bag module or b...

Page 208: ... 1 for more information CAUTION Have your vehicle serviced right away if the air bag light doesn t come on or stays on or comes on when you are driving PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with the Passenger Sensing System Vehicles equipped with this system will have a label on the sun visors that refers to ADVANCED AIRBAGS advanced air bags The passenger sensing system turns off the ...

Page 209: ...ure to start the engine See Vehicle Remote Start in Section 3 for more information Sensors in the right front passen ger seat and safety belt detect the presence of an occupant to determine if the passenger s frontal air bag should be on or off The passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger frontal air bag under the following conditions The right front passenger seat has no weight placed...

Page 210: ...int System Operation with Adult Passengers Aftermarket equipment such as seat covers seat heaters and seat massagers can affect the performance of the passenger sensing system Avoid using aftermarket equipment if your vehicle is equipped with this system The on indicator light may illuminate if an object such as a briefcase handbag or grocery bag is put on the front passenger s seat Remove the obj...

Page 211: ... air bag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position If however you secure a forward facing child restraint in the front passenger seat be sure to move the front passen ger seat as far back as it will go CAUTION Continued Although your vehicle is equipped with a passenger air bag deactivation feature which is designed to turn off the front passenger s frontal air bag under certain con...

Page 212: ...n affect how the passenger sensing system operates Remove any additional material from the seat cushion before reinstalling or securing the child restraint or small occupant If after you restart the vehicle the on indicator still appears turn the engine off again Check that the vehicle s seatback is not pressing the child restraint into the seat cushion If it is slightly recline the vehicle s seat...

Page 213: ...d restraint locking feature may turn off the passenger s frontal air bag If this happens unintentionally let the belt go back in all the way and start again If the passenger sensing system does not recognize that a person of adult size is sitting in the seat turn the vehicle off A thick layer of material such as a blanket or aftermarket equipment such as seat covers heaters or massagers can affect...

Page 214: ...he vehicle is first started or if after several seconds both indicators remain lit there may be a problem with the system See your dealer for service The on indicator light may illuminate if an object such as a briefcase handbag or grocery bag is put on the front passen ger s seat Remove the object to turn off the indicator light CAUTION If the air bag light stays on or comes on while you are driv...

Page 215: ...used safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them CAUTION Never hold a baby in your arms while riding in a vehicle During a crash a baby will become so heavy you can t hold it For example in a crash at only 40 km h a 5 5 kg baby will suddenly become a 110 kg force on your arms The baby would be almost impossible to hold Secure the baby in an infant restraint CAUTION An uns...

Page 216: ...rer s instructions should state the weight and height limitations for the particular restraint CAUTION Infants need complete support including support for the head and neck In a crash an infant in a rear facing child seat settles into the restraint so the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest parts of an infant s body the back and shoulders Infants should always be secured in approp...

Page 217: ...Follow the instructions that come with the restraint These restraints use the safety belt system or anchoring system in your vehicle but the child also has to be secured within the restraint to help reduce the chance of personal injury Follow the instructions that come with the restraint CAUTION If a child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle the restraint will not be able to protect a...

Page 218: ...fferent directions to make sure it is secure If your vehicle is equipped with child restraint anchors and the restraint that you need to secure is equipped with anchor attaching points see Anchors for Child Restraints with Lower Attaching Points and Top Strap later in this section for information on securing the restraint Child restraints that require the top strap to be anchored can only be used ...

Page 219: ...e to move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go CAUTION Although some vehicles are equipped with a passenger air bag deactivation feature which is designed to turn off the passenger s frontal air bag under certain conditions no system is fail safe No one can guarantee that an air bag will not deploy under some unusual circumstance even though the system is deactivated In fact because ...

Page 220: ...e particular restraint To determine whether a child is ready to transition out of a booster into a rear seat check your local laws and check the following Have the child sit all the way back on the seat Do the child s knees bend at the seat edge If you answered yes to this question proceed to the next question If you answered no to this question the child should continue to use a booster seat With...

Page 221: ...hould not cross the face or neck The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips just touching the thighs In a crash this applies force to the strong pelvic bones Otherwise in a crash the belt would apply force to the child s abdomen This could cause serious or even fatal injuries CAUTION In a crash a vehicle occupant who is not restrained properly could become airborne and strike...

Page 222: ...possibly a top strap or a rear facing child restraint that has attaching points at its base CAUTION If a child restraint is not attached to its anchorage points the restraint will not be able to protect a child sitting there In a crash the child could be seriously injured or killed Make sure that the child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts...

Page 223: ...install a child restraint using only the top strap anchor Make sure that the child restraint is properly installed using the anchorage points or use the vehicle s safety belts to secure the restraint Follow the instructions that come with the restraint See Child Restraints earlier in this section Child restraints that require the top strap to be anchored can only be used in rear seating positions ...

Page 224: ...attach only one child restraint per bracket The top strap anchor brackets are located on the back of the rear seat frame above the floor for each seating position in the second row Fold down the rear seatback to access the bracket for that seating position See the following earlier in this section for more information Split Folding Rear Seatback Folding the Seat Be sure to use an anchor point loca...

Page 225: ...and the child restraint has a single top strap route the top strap under the head restraint or head rest between the posts If the seat has an adjustable head restraint or head rest and the child restraint has a dual top strap route the top straps around the head restraint or head rest Consult the manufacturer s instructions for the child restraint to determine when and how to tighten the top strap...

Page 226: ...the retractor to set the lock if equipped Secure any unused safety belts behind the child restraint so children cannot reach them NOTICE Contact between the child restraint s lower attachment parts and the vehicle s safety belt assembly may result in damage If necessary move the fastened safety belt so that the belt assembly and the lower attach ment parts do not rub together NOTICE Folding an emp...

Page 227: ...rd ing to the child restraint instructions and according to the instructions listed under Top Strap earlier in this section Attach the top strap to the top strap anchor CAUTION Each top strap anchor or set of attaching points is designed to hold only one child restraint Attaching more than one child restraint to a single anchor or attaching point could cause the anchor or attaching point to come l...

Page 228: ...aint s attachment points to the anchors in the vehicle and tighten as necessary Follow the instructions that come with the restraint 6 Tighten the top strap 7 Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to make sure it is secure To remove the child restraint unhook the top strap if equipped from the top strap anchor and then disconnect the anchor points Unbuckle the safety belts and ...

Page 229: ...250 Automatic Transmission 250 All Wheel Drive 256 Driving Guidelines For All Wheel Drive Vehicles 256 Off Road Driving 257 Before You Go Off Roading 258 Loading Your Vehicle for Off Road Driving 259 Environmental Concerns 259 Traveling to Remote Areas 260 Getting Familiar with Off Road Driving 260 Driving Off Road 261 Driving on Hills 262 Approaching a Hill 262 Driving Uphill 263 Driving Downhill...

Page 230: ...4 Brake Assist 275 Suspension 275 Automatic Level Control 275 Magnetic Ride Control 276 Road Sensing Suspension 276 Vehicle Loading 276 Tire and Loading Information Label 278 Certification Tire Label 278 Add On Equipment 279 Truck Camper Loading 279 Trailer Towing 280 Tow Haul Mode 284 Hitches 286 Safety Chains 286 Trailer Brakes 287 Trailer Turn Signals 287 Parking on Hills 288 Wiring Harness 289...

Page 231: ... so Hard stops with new brake linings can mean premature wear Follow this break in guide line every time you get new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in Following break in engine speed and load can be gradually increased KEYS CAUTION Do not leave children in the vehicle with the ignition key They could operate the power windows or other controls and could even make the vehicle move ...

Page 232: ... to get into your vehicle if you lock your key inside You may even have to damage your vehicle to open a door Be sure you have an extra key PASS Key III Plus Electronic Immobilizer System Your vehicle is equipped with a Personalised Automotive Security System PASS Key III Plus The ignition key has a transponder embedded in it The transponder uses a radio frequency that matches a decoder in your ve...

Page 233: ...ine does start the first key may be faulty See your dealer to have a new key made Do not leave the key or the device that disarms the theft deterrent system in the vehicle Modifications made to this system by anyone other than an authorized service facility may void authorization to use the system PROGRAMMING ADDITIONAL KEYS Any new key must be programmed before it will start your vehicle Addition...

Page 234: ...e with the remote keyless entry system or the power door lock switch The security system light will begin flashing to indicate that the theft deterrent system is arming 3 Close all doors The Security System Light will turn off after about 30 seconds When the light turns off the system is armed The system will not arm if you lock the doors with a key or the manual lock lever Note The theft deterren...

Page 235: ... the remote keyless entry transmitter from inside the vehicle Wait for the Security System Light to turn off Then unlock the driv er s door using the manual lock lever Open the door The pre alarm should sound Wait ten seconds for the full alarm to activate To turn the alarm off press the unlock button on the keyless entry transmitter or start the engine If the horn does not work the horn fuse may ...

Page 236: ...ansmitter also allows you to activate a vehicle locator or to sound the vehicle s alarm from a distance Operation Your vehicle comes with two transmitters The number on each remote keyless entry transmitter corresponds to driver 1 or driver 2 The transmitter supplied with your vehicle may vary depending on the particular options included in your vehicle Different feedback options may be chosen for...

Page 237: ... and the tailgate This feature turns the interior lights on and keeps them on for up to 20 seconds while you are entering the vehicle or until the ignition is turned on Pressing the unlock button on the keyless entry transmitter also disarms the theft deterrent system See Theft Deterrent System earlier in this section for information Remote Start Use button to operate the remote start feature See ...

Page 238: ...ou have to stand closer to your vehicle than normal for the transmitter to work You may be too far from your vehicle Check your distance You may have to stand closer to your vehicle in rain or snow Check the location Other vehi cles or objects may be blocking the signal Take a few steps to the right or left You may have to replace the battery in your transmitter See the instructions for battery re...

Page 239: ...hin flat non metal object to separate the bottom of the transmitter from the top 2 Use a pencil or a similar non metal object to remove the old battery 3 Put the new battery in positive side up Use battery type CR2032 4 Reassemble the transmitter 5 Test the operation of the transmitter with your vehicle NOTICE When replacing the battery use care not to touch any of the circuitry Static from your b...

Page 240: ...ler You can match a new transmitter to your vehicle using the Driver Information Center See the following under Driver Information Center in Section 1 for more information Vehicle Information Menu PRESS TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY press to relearn remote key Driver Information Center Messages Vehicle Remote Start If enabled this feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle This featur...

Page 241: ...en the vehicle starts the parking lights will turn on The lights will stay on while the vehicle is running Vehicle remote start will activate the heating and air conditioning system when the vehicle starts The system will default to heating mode when it is cold outside or cooling mode when it is warm outside Vehicle remote start may activate the following when the outside temperature is cold The r...

Page 242: ...ignition switch and turn it to ON CAUTION Engine exhaust can kill It contains carbon monoxide CO gas which you can t see or smell It can cause unconsciousness and death Do not idle the engine in a closed in place such as the garage Carbon monoxide CO gas could get into your vehicle To end remote start engine runtime without transitioning to normal vehicle operation do any of the following Aim the ...

Page 243: ...on The engine coolant tempera ture is too high The engine oil pressure is low Your vehicle comes with this feature enabled Use the Driver Information Center to enable or disable this feature See Feature Customization under Driver Information Center in Section 1 IGNITION SWITCH CAUTION Do not leave children in the vehicle with the ignition key They could operate the power windows or other controls ...

Page 244: ... from right to left and turn the ignition to ACC accessory If the steering wheel movement is still restricted your vehicle needs service NOTICE If your key seems stuck be sure the key is the correct key and that it is in all the way Turn the key only with your hand Don t use a tool to force the key If this does not work then take the vehicle in for service 2 ACC Accessory In this position you can ...

Page 245: ...cal accessories for up to 10 minutes after you turn the ignition off unless a door is opened Power Windows Sunroof if equipped You can operate the radio for up to 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off or until the driver s door is opened If you want this power for another 10 minutes close all the doors and turn the ignition to ON and then back to LOCK STARTING INSTRUCTIONS NOTICE Your ...

Page 246: ...r damage Do not race the engine immediately after starting Allow enough time for the engine to warm up and deliver oil to the various parts of the engine requiring lubrication Vehicle Remote Start This feature allows you to start the engine from outside the vehicle See the following for more information Remote Keyless Entry Vehicle Remote Start Computer Controlled Cranking System This feature help...

Page 247: ...tery or damaging your starter If the engine starts let it warm up before you drive Do not race the engine when it is cold Allow enough time for the engine to warm up and deliver oil to the various parts of the engine requiring lubrication Cold Weather Starting When starting the engine in very cold weather below 18 C turn the ignition key to START and hold it there for up to 15 seconds Let go of th...

Page 248: ...elp avoid draining your battery or damaging your starter If the engine starts let it warm up before you drive Do not race the engine when it is cold Allow enough time for the engine to warm up and deliver oil to the various parts of the engine requir ing lubrication ADJUSTABLE ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDALS The control is located on the instrument panel below the climate control system Press the rig...

Page 249: ...Management This system allows the engine to operate on either four six or eight cylinders depending on driving demands The system will maintain eight cylinder operation when greater power demands are required such as accelerating from a stop passing or merging onto a freeway The system will automatically enable six or four cylinder mode when less power is required such as when cruising at a consta...

Page 250: ...engine is racing is dangerous Keep your foot on the brake pedal and off the accelerator pedal After shifting wait a while then release the brake pedal slowly This will prevent any unexpected rapid acceleration NOTICE Damage to your transmission caused by shifting out of P Park or N Neutral with the engine racing is not covered by your warranty The transmission in your vehicle uses shift stabilizat...

Page 251: ...is in warm up mode upshifts may be delayed This is normal There are several different shift positions for your gear lever P Park This locks your rear wheels Use this position to park the vehicle and when starting the engine Apply the regular brakes fully before you shift out of P Park See Shift Lock Control System later in this section for more information CAUTION Avoid leaving your vehicle while ...

Page 252: ... firmly applied Don t try to shift to P Park if your vehicle is moving R Reverse Use this to back up At low vehicle speeds you can use R Reverse to rock your vehicle back and forth if your vehicle gets stuck in sand mud ice or snow See If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Section 5 NOTICE Shift to R Reverse only after your vehicle is stopped Shifting to Reverse while your vehicle is moving could damage y...

Page 253: ...gear range that best suits your current driving conditions See the following later in this section for more information Automatic Transmission Manual Shift Mode AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MANUAL SHIFT MODE To use this feature do the follow ing 1 Move the shift lever to M Manual Mode Then the Manual Mode display will appear in the driver information center The display will show MANUAL SHIFT with the cu...

Page 254: ...m M Manual Mode to D Drive to continue driving or P Park when the vehicle is stopped Grade Braking is not available when manual mode is active See the following later in this section for more information Grade Braking and Cruise Grade Braking TOW HAUL BUTTON Your vehicle is equipped with the Tow Haul feature There is an on off button located at the end of the gear shift lever Press and release the...

Page 255: ...gether They cannot be activated or deactivated separately Grade braking also operates if cruise control is used while tow haul mode is active Cruise grade braking monitors vehicle acceleration and deviation from the cruise set speed to determine the correct gear for the current driving conditions If the vehicle is accelerating on a downhill grade cruise grade braking will automatically downshift t...

Page 256: ...xle It is fully automatic and adjusts itself as needed for road conditions DRIVING GUIDELINES FOR ALL WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES Specific design characteristics give all wheel drive vehicles a higher center of gravity than ordinary cars An advantage of the higher ground clearance is a better view of the road allowing you to anticipate problems They are not designed for cornering at the same speeds as co...

Page 257: ...les that have all wheel drive See Tires in Section 4 for more information Off road driving can be great fun but it does have some definite hazards The greatest of these is the terrain itself Off roading means you ve left the great road system behind Traffic lanes aren t marked Curves aren t banked There are no road signs Surfaces can be slippery rough uphill or downhill If at all possible avoid sh...

Page 258: ... engine Make sure to replace the air dam when you are finished off road driv ing Before You Go Off Roading There are some things to do before you go out Be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done Check to make sure all underbody shields if equipped are properly attached Make sure that any needed equip ment such as a first aid kit cell phone flashlight etc is securely stored in...

Page 259: ... likely to roll over You can be seriously or fatally injured if the vehicle rolls over Put heavy loads inside the cargo area not on the roof Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and low as possible See Vehicle Loading and Tires for more information Environmental Concerns Off road driving can provide wholesome and satisfying recreation However it also raises environmental concerns General Mo...

Page 260: ...t one other vehicle If something happens to one of them the other can help quickly Does your vehicle have a winch If so be sure to read the winch instructions In a remote area a winch can be handy if you get stuck however you ll want to know how to use it properly Getting Familiar with Off Road Driving It s a good idea to practice in an area that s safe and close to home before you go into the wil...

Page 261: ... in direction can easily throw you out of position This could cause you to lose control and crash So whether you re driv ing on or off the road you and your passengers should wear safety belts When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain keep a firm grip on the steering wheel Ruts troughs or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you re not prepared When you drive over bu...

Page 262: ...smooth constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top On a large hill the incline may get steeper as you near the top but you may not see this because the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes grass or shrubs Here are some other things to consider as you approach a hill Is there a constant incline or does the hill get sharply steeper in place...

Page 263: ...ys and possibly roll over You could be seriously injured or killed When driving up hills always try to go straight up Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you re there Use your headlamps even during the ...

Page 264: ... slowly keeping your vehicle under control at all times CAUTION Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade This could cause loss of control and a serious accident Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under control Driving Across an Incline Sooner or later an off road trail will probably go across the incline o...

Page 265: ...th the uphill wheels or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression your vehicle can tilt even worse For reasons like these you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an incline Just because the trail goes across the incline doesn t mean you have to drive it The last vehicle to try it might have rolled over CAUTION Driving across an incline that s too steep will make your...

Page 266: ... tires will tend to sink into the sand This has an effect on steering acceler ating and braking Drive at a reduced speed If at all possible avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction On these surfaces it s very easy to lose control On wet ice for example the traction is so poor that you will have difficulty accelerating And if you do get moving poo...

Page 267: ...ngine When you go through water remember that when your brakes get wet it may take you longer to stop CAUTION Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drown If it s only shallow water it can still wash away the ground from under your tires and you could lose traction and roll the vehicle over Don t drive through r...

Page 268: ... Towing later in this section In order to shift into P Park do the following 1 Apply the regular brakes 2 Set the parking brake firmly 3 Shift into P Park Pull the shift lever toward you then move it up as far as it will go 4 Turn the ignition key to LOCK 5 Lock all doors and take the key with you when you leave the vehicle unattended If you must leave your vehicle with the engine running check th...

Page 269: ...the shift lever all the way into P Park 3 Try to shift out of P Park into the gear you want If the problem persists see your dealer for service If you need to have your vehicle towed see Towing in Section 5 for vehicle towing information Torque Lock If you park your vehicle on a hill make sure to apply the parking brake first before shifting into P Park Otherwise there will be excessive pressure o...

Page 270: ...tems that control the vehicle steering brakes and accelerator To keep the vehicle under control do not push any of these systems beyond their limits Stabilitrak System This system combines antilock brake traction and stability control systems to help maintain directional control under most driving conditions See Section 1 for more information on the Stabilitrak system NOTICE You should normally le...

Page 271: ... of the wheels may initially be spinning STEERING Power Steering If you lose power steering assist because the engine stops or the system is malfunctioning you can still steer but it will take much more effort BRAKES If the engine stops as you re driving brake normally but don t pump your brakes If the engine stops you will have some power brake assist left but it s used up as you brake The brake ...

Page 272: ...ON The brake wear warning sound means that soon your brakes won t work well That could lead to an accident When you hear the brake wear warning sound have the vehicle serviced NOTICE Continuing to drive with worn out brake pads could result in costly brake repairs The repairs would not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage T...

Page 273: ...ls the brake operation when braking This occurs only during a brake application which would have caused one or more wheels to lock You don t have to pump the brakes Just hold the brake pedal down You may feel or hear it pulsate but this is normal As you brake the system receives updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure at each wheel separately as necessary See Antilock Brake System War...

Page 274: ...ou See Brake System Warning Light in Section 1 NOTICE Do not drive with the parking brake set Driving with the parking brake on can cause the brake system to overheat and may result in premature wear or damage to brake system components Always check that the parking brake is fully released before you begin to drive To release the parking brake push the brake pedal down with your right foot and the...

Page 275: ...provide a smooth and controlled ride Automatic Level Control This rear suspension level control system automatically adjusts your ride and handling under a variety of vehicle load conditions The system is fully automatic Once the ignition is turned to ON an air compressor connected to the rear shocks will automatically raise or lower the rear of the vehicle to maintain proper vehicle height while ...

Page 276: ...iate damping level based on vehicle speed wheel to body position steering position and the vehicle s lift dive characteristics This system also interacts with the Tow Haul Mode when active to provide better ride and handling when the vehicle is loaded or towing a trailer See Tow Haul Mode under Trailer Towing for additional information Also see Automatic Level Control earlier in this section VEHIC...

Page 277: ...This figure includes the weight of all occupants cargo and all nonfactory installed options NOTICE Your vehicle s warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because of overloading CAUTION The components of your vehicle are designed to provide satisfactory service if the vehicle is not loaded in excess of the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Also do not exceed the front or rear Gross Axle Wei...

Page 278: ...ted on the rear edge of the driver s door shows the size of your original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain your vehicle s Gross Vehicle Weight Rating The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum permissible loaded weight of the vehicle It includes the weight of the vehicle all occupants fuel and cargo as well as the weight of the trailer tongue if you are pulling a trailer Usin...

Page 279: ...an ride in the vehicle Weigh the vehicle before you buy and install new equipment Do not exceed your vehicle s Cargo Weight Rating This figure is the maximum weight of the load your vehicle can carry not including the weight of passengers Never exceed the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating or the Gross Axle Weight Ratings NOTICE Your vehicle s warranty does not cover parts or components that fail because...

Page 280: ...ly follow the advice in this section If you think you want to pull a trailer see your dealer for infor mation on your vehicle s trailer towing ability CAUTION It can be very dangerous to drive with the cargo area covered and the tailgate and midgate open Carbon monoxide CO gas can come into your vehicle You cannot see or smell CO It can cause unconsciousness and even death To maximize your safety ...

Page 281: ...en installed on the vehicle Information on trailer towing ability special equipment required and optional equipment available should be obtained from your dealer Installation of trailering equipment should be carried out only by your dealer Your dealer has the proper installation specifications and is aware of any necessary vehicle modifications If you do decide to pull a trailer here are some imp...

Page 282: ...s The only way to be sure you are not exceeding any weight ratings is to weigh your vehicle and trailer If you are using a weight dis tributing hitch weigh the vehicle without the spring bars in place Don t tow a trailer at all during the first 800 km your new vehicle is driven The engine axle or other parts could be damaged During the first 800 km of trailer towing don t drive over 80 km h and do...

Page 283: ...heat and you could have an accident You should not park vehicles with trailers on a grade hill However if you must park on a grade have someone place wheel chocks under the trailer wheels For more information see Parking On Hills later in this section Your vehicle may show signs of overheating if you turn your engine off immediately after towing at high altitudes on steep uphill grades If possible...

Page 284: ...hicle To reduce the effect of trailer tongue weight on your vehicle s rear axle choose the shortest hitch extension that will position the hitch ball closest to the vehicle Tow Haul Mode Use this feature when pulling a heavy trailer It helps by reducing the frequency of shifts and the need to change throttle position and by providing the same shift feel as when the vehicle is not loaded Using tow ...

Page 285: ...wing conditions when driving through hilly terrain when driving in low speed or stop and go traffic when driving in parking lots If you operate the vehicle in the tow haul mode when you are not pulling a trailer or when lightly loaded you may experience reduced fuel economy and poor engine and transmission performance Only use the tow haul mode when pulling a trailer or hauling a large or heavy lo...

Page 286: ... and adjusting the hitch NOTICE If you use a step bumper hitch your bumper could be damaged in sharp turns Make sure you have ample room when turning to avoid contact between the trailer and the bumper Safety Chains You should always attach chains between your vehicle and your trailer Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer so that the tongue will not drop to the road if it becomes...

Page 287: ...the vehicle s hydraulic brake system Other wise your vehicle s brake systems may not work well You could even lose your brakes You or others could be injured or killed Trailer Turn Signals When towing a trailer the arrows on your instrument cluster will flash for turns even if the bulbs on the trailer are burned out You may think drivers behind you are seeing your signal when actually they are not...

Page 288: ...e wheels toward traffic 2 Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels 3 When the wheel chocks are in place release the regular brakes until the chocks absorb the load 4 Reapply the regular brakes Then apply your parking brake and then shift to P Park 5 Release the regular brakes CAUTION Be sure the shift lever is in P Park and the parking brake is firmly applied when you leave your vehicle ...

Page 289: ...re not connected See your dealer or a qualified service technician to have the wires connected If you are charging a remote non vehicle battery turn on the tow haul mode to boost the vehicle system voltage and properly charge the battery Store the harness in its proper location when not in use ELECTRIC BRAKE CONTROL WIRING PROVISIONS The wiring provisions are for the electric trailer brake control...

Page 290: ...Sections 4 and 5 for more information on your vehicle s cooling system RECREATIONAL VEHICLE TOWING Your vehicle was not designed to be towed with any of its wheels on the ground See your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed NOTICE Do not tow your vehicle with any of its wheels on the ground Towing your vehicle with any of its wheels on the ground will dama...

Page 291: ...Ignition Transmission Lock Check 326 Parking Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 327 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 328 Tires 330 Inflation 331 Tire Pressure Monitor 333 Inspection and Rotation 338 Tire Replacement 340 Tire Chains 342 Spare Tire 343 Wheels 343 Wheel Alignment and Tire Balancing 343 Wheel Replacement 344 Vehicle Identification Number 346 Service Parts Identification Label 347 Fuses...

Page 292: ...r English booklet that might be provided with your vehicle DOING YOUR OWN SERVICE WORK CAUTION You can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have sufficient knowledge experience the proper replacement parts and tools before attempting any vehicle maintenance task Be sure to use the proper nuts bolts and ot...

Page 293: ...ge to vehicle components resulting from the installation or use of non GM certified parts including control module modifi cations is not covered by the vehi cle warranty and may affect remaining warranty coverage for affected parts Adding equipment to the outside of your vehicle may increase wind noise and can affect your vehicle s fuel economy and windshield washer performance Adding equipment to...

Page 294: ...itives Your vehicle was not designed for fuels that contain methanol Methanol can corrode metal parts in your fuel system and can also damage plastic and rubber parts Damage caused by the use of fuels that contain methanol would not be covered by your warranty The engine in your vehicle is designed to accept unleaded gasoline only The use of leaded gasoline could affect your vehicle s performance ...

Page 295: ...thanol would not be covered by your warranty NOTICE Some additives are not compat ible with E 85 fuel and may harm your fuel system Damage caused by the use of additives may not be covered by your new vehicle warranty Do not use additives with E 85 fuel You may use either regular unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel up to 85 E 85 E 85 fuel is a blend of approximately 85 ethanol and 15 gasoline E 85 i...

Page 296: ...ueling for a minimum of 11 km Switching repeatedly between gasoline and E 85 fuel is not recommended To ensure quick starts in cold weather the E 85 fuel should be formulated properly for your climate For good starting and heater efficiency at temperatures below 0 C the fuel mix in your vehicle should contain a maximum of 70 ethanol Fuel Additives Bahrain and Qatar Only Gasoline should contain det...

Page 297: ...be yellow with E 85 or gasoline E 85 or gasoline printed on it Remove the fuel filler cap by turn ing it slowly counter clockwise Replace it by turning it clockwise When you put the cap back on continue to turn it clockwise until you hear a clicking noise The fuel filler cap will require more effort to turn on the last turn when removing or tightening it If the fuel cap is not installed properly t...

Page 298: ...ns there is still some pressure left Then remove the cap NOTICE If you have to get a new cap be sure to get the right one Other wise the cap may not vent properly leading to serious fuel tank and emissions system damage Your dealer knows the correct cap for your vehicle CAUTION Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in your vehicle Dispense gasoline only into approved containers Do not l...

Page 299: ...in the fuel tank caused by heat from the engine fill the tank only until the pump s automatic nozzle shuts off CAUTION If a fire starts while you are refueling do not remove the nozzle Stop the flow of fuel by turning off the pump Notify the station attendant and leave the area immediately NOTICE Don t spill fuel on the vehicle s exterior surfaces It can damage your paint If you do wash it off as ...

Page 300: ...an can start even if the engine is not running Be careful around any underhood electric fan Before closing the hood make sure that all filler caps are on properly ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUTION An electric cooling fan can start even if the engine is not running Be careful around any underhood electric fan CAUTION Be careful not to drop or spill things that will burn onto a hot engine They could start ...

Page 301: ...inal 4 Battery 5 Oil Fill Cap 6 Automatic Transmission Dipstick 7 Remote Negative Battery Terminal 8 Engine Oil Dipstick 9 Engine Cooling Fan 10 Power Steering Fluid Reservoir 11 Brake Fluid Reservoir 12 Underhood Fuse Block 13 Windshield Washer Reservoir 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 10araEscaladeEXT Page 301 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 302: ...il containers should not be disposed of with regular trash NOTICE Do not flush the engine oil system The engine could be damaged and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty Engine oil must be kept at correct levels to help ensure proper lubrication of the vehicle s engine It is normal for an engine to use some oil and some engines use more oil when they are new It is the owner s responsi...

Page 303: ...ted 5 Remove the dipstick again and check the oil level Keep the dipstick pointed down to get an accurate reading The oil level must be in the cross hatched area on the dipstick Add oil as required Avoid over filling the engine since this may cause engine damage NOTICE Don t add too much oil If your engine has so much oil that the oil level gets above the upper mark that shows the proper operating...

Page 304: ... meeting the GM4718M standard should not be used for an oil change If an oil meeting GM standard GM4718M is not available use an oil that meets the American Petroleum Institute Service SM or GM LL A 025 service require ments When you are not changing the oil but rather adding oil to maintain the engine oil level oil meeting GM Standard GM 4718M may not be available In this case you may use an SAE ...

Page 305: ...rature your vehicle will be operated in before the next oil change and use the chart to choose an alternative that meets the required quality standards Do not use SAE 20W 50 or any other viscosity oil not recommended NOTICE Using engine oils of a viscosity other than those recommended could result in engine damage The repairs would not be covered by your warranty C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 F 22 4...

Page 306: ...ke sure to follow the change intervals listed in the local language Maintenance Schedule booklet and not those listed in any other English booklet that might be provided with your vehicle The oil and oil filter change intervals recommended in the Maintenance Schedule for your engine are based on the use of recommended quality oils and high quality filters Using oil other than those recommended or ...

Page 307: ...ng under Driver Information Center in Section 1 for more information Vehicle Information Menu OIL LIFE REMAINING oil life remaining See Driver Information Center in Section 1 for information on the engine oil life monitor It is normal for an engine to use some oil and some engines use more oil when they are new It is the owner s responsibility to check the engine oil level regularly NOTICE Engine ...

Page 308: ... coolant is cold The cooling system in your vehicle is designed to use a coolant a mixture of ethylene glycol corrosion inhibitors and water rather than plain water Use a 50 50 mixture of clean water and DEX COOL coolant If you use this mixture you don t need to add anything else CAUTION Adding only plain water or a liquid other than the recom mended coolant can be dangerous The engine could overh...

Page 309: ...NOTICE If you use the proper coolant you do not need any extra additives or inhibitors These can be harmful to your vehicle Use only the recommended fluid See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants later in this section CAUTION An electric cooling fan can start even if the engine is not running Be careful around any underhood electric fan Check the coolant level at regular intervals such as when refuel...

Page 310: ...n replace the cap Be sure the cap is tight See the Maintenance Schedule booklet to find out when the coolant must be replaced CAUTION Under some conditions the ethylene glycol in engine coolant is combustible To avoid being burned do not spill coolant on the exhaust system or on hot engine parts If you have any doubt have this operation performed by a qualified technician NOTICE The surge tank cap...

Page 311: ...ormation Change the fluid and filter at the intervals recommended in your Maintenance Schedule See the Recommended Fluids and Lubricants chart later in this section to determine what kind of fluid to use NOTICE Damage caused by the use of any fluid that is not recommended is not covered by your new vehicle warranty CHECKING THE FLUID LEVEL NOTICE Too much or too little fluid can damage your transm...

Page 312: ...the brake pedal 3 Run the engine at idle speed 500 800 rpm for at least one minute Slowly release the brake pedal 4 To determine whether to proceed with the cold check procedure or the hot check procedure following press the trip fuel information button located on the instrument panel to display the transmission temperature reading on the Driver Information Center Make sure the engine is running w...

Page 313: ... in the range of 27 32 C Perform a cold check only to deter mine whether the transmission has enough fluid to be operated safely until a hot check can be made The hot check procedure is the most accurate method to check the fluid level After a cold check perform a hot check at the first opportunity once the fluid reaches normal operating temperature 1 Prepare your vehicle as previously described u...

Page 314: ...d is hot enough to perform a hot check If the level is not within the cold area add or drain fluid as necessary to bring the level into the middle of the cold cross hatched area Reinstall the dipstick Then operate the transmission until the fluid is hot enough to perform a hot check Note When adding fluid be careful not to overfill Generally less than 0 5 L of fluid is needed When fluid is added i...

Page 315: ...d Level 2 Locate the transmission fluid dipstick See Engine Compartment earlier in this section to determine the location 3 With the engine running at idle speed lift the handle and remove the dipstick Wipe it clean and reinsert it by pushing it down all the way 4 Wait for 3 seconds remove the dipstick again and check the fluid level Keep the dipstick pointed down to get an accurate reading Check ...

Page 316: ...enerally less than 0 5 L of fluid is needed When fluid is added it may take 15 minutes or more before an accurate reading is obtained When reinstalling the dipstick make sure to flip the handle back down to lock the dipstick in place Transfer Case Lubricant Check the fluid at the intervals recommended in your Mainte nance Schedule See the Recommended Fluids and Lubricants chart later in this secti...

Page 317: ...n it Front Axle Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check the fluid unless you suspect there is a leak in the system or you hear an unusual noise Fluid loss in this system could indi cate a problem Have the system inspected See the Recommended Fluids and Lubricants chart later in this section to determine what kind of fluid to use To check the fluid level 1 Park the vehicle on a level surfa...

Page 318: ...inspected Axle assemblies are filled by volume of fluid rather than filled to reach a certain level Readings will vary depending on how long the vehicle has been stationary Remember that the rear axle assembly must be supported to get a true reading See the Recommended Fluids and Lubricants chart later in this section to determine what kind of fluid to use To check the fluid level 1 Park the vehic...

Page 319: ... it 4 Remove the cap again and check the fluid level on the dipstick If the engine compartment is cool the level should be at the FULL COLD mark If the level is low add enough fluid to bring the level up to the proper area on the dipstick See the Recommended Fluids and Lubricants chart later in this section to determine what kind of fluid to use Add only enough fluid to bring the fluid level up to...

Page 320: ...r remove brake fluid as necessary only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system CAUTION If there is too much brake fluid it can spill on the engine The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough You or others could be burned and your vehicle could be damaged Add brake fluid only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system Check the master cylinder fluid level in the see through reservo...

Page 321: ...damage system components Always use the proper brake fluid NOTICE Don t spill brake fluid on the vehicle s exterior surfaces It can damage your paint If you do wash it off immediately Windshield Washer Fluid Use windshield washer solvent such as GM Optikleen rather than water to prevent freezing and for better cleaning If the washer fluid reservoir is low on fluid WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID washer...

Page 322: ...ear a vehicle s battery If you need more light use a flash light Do not smoke near a vehicle s battery When working around a vehicle s battery shield your eyes with protective glasses Keep children away from vehicle batteries CAUTION Continued Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode You can be hurt badly if you aren t careful See the section titled How to Use this Manual for...

Page 323: ...icle will not be driven for an extended period of time disconnect the cable from the negative terminal of the battery or use a trickle charger to prevent discharge Air Cleaner Filter A disposable air filter element is contained in the air cleaner Inspect and change the filter at the intervals recommended in your Maintenance Schedule To remove and replace the air filter 1 Loosen all the screws secu...

Page 324: ... Clean the air filter sealing surface and the filter housing 5 Reverse the steps for installation of the new filter CAUTION Operating the engine with the air cleaner filter off can cause you or others to be burned The air cleaner not only cleans the air it helps to stop flames if the engine backfires If it is not there and the engine backfires you could be burned Do not drive with it off and be ca...

Page 325: ...ess the accelerator and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts 2 Try to start the engine in each gear The engine should start only when the transmission is in P Park or N Neutral If the engine starts when the trans mission is in any other gear see your dealer for service AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LOCK CONTROL SYSTEM CHECK CAUTION Before beginning this procedure make sure the a...

Page 326: ...ld move out of P Park only when the regular brake is fully pressed If you are able to move the gear shift lever out of P Park see your dealer for service IGNITION TRANSMISSION LOCK CHECK Park the vehicle on a level surface and apply the parking brake See Parking Brake in Section 3 for information on how to properly set and release the parking brake Try to turn the ignition switch to LOCK in each s...

Page 327: ...or information on how to properly set and release the parking brake To check the strength of the parking brake With the engine running and the transmission in N Neutral slowly remove your foot from the regular brake pedal until the vehicle is held only by the parking brake If the vehicle begins to move your vehicle needs service See your dealer To check the strength of the P Park mechanism With th...

Page 328: ...377967 Windshield Washer Solvent GM Optikleen washer solvent Power Steering System GM power steering fluid GM part no 89021184 Automatic Transmission DEXRON VI Automatic transmission fluid Key Lock Cylinders Multi purpose lubricant Superlube GM part no 12346241 Chassis Lubrication Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI grade 2 category LB or GC LB GM part no 12377985 Front and Rear Axle SA...

Page 329: ...ts Multi purpose lubricant Superlube GM part no 12346241 Weatherstrip Condition ing Weatherstrip lubricant GM part no 3634770 or dielectric silicone grease GM part no 12345579 Weatherstrip Squeaks Synthetic grease with Teflon Superlube GM part no 12371287 Fuel Additive GM Fuel System Treatment Plus GM part no 88861011 USAGE FLUID LUBRICANT RECOMMENDED FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS CONTINUED 10araEscaladeE...

Page 330: ...ave an air out and a serious accident Check the inflation pressure regularly Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold Do not overinflate your tires Overinflated tires are more likely to be punctured Worn old tires can cause accidents If the tread is badly worn or if a tire has been damaged replace it If you will be driving at high speeds see High Speed Operation later in this sectio...

Page 331: ... cold should be maintained for the tires to perform properly However do not overload your vehicle See Vehicle Loading in Section 3 Maintaining the cold tire pressure indicated on the tire information label leads to better fuel economy longer tire life a more comfortable ride and better overall driveability Check your tires at least once a month Don t forget your spare tire Note If you replace the ...

Page 332: ...tell if your tires are properly inflated simply by looking at them Radial tires may look properly inflated even when they are underinflated For tire pressure inspection the use of a quality pocket tire pressure gage is recommended Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem Press the tire gage firmly onto the valve to get a pressure measurement If the pressure is low add air until you reach the ...

Page 333: ...tion pressure for the vehicle load If the vehicle is equipped with P265 65R18 or P285 45R22 size tires and you will be driving at speeds of 160 km h or faster where it is legal set the cold inflation pressure to 20 kPa above the recommended tire pressure shown on the tire information label When you end this high speed driving return to the cold inflation pressure shown on the tire information labe...

Page 334: ...he TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE message will appear at each ignition cycle until the low tire pressure condition is corrected Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to over heat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel efficiency tire tread life and may affect the handling and stopping ability of the vehicle Check your tires at least once a month Don t for...

Page 335: ...ponsibility to make sure the correct tire pressure is maintained NOTICE Do not use liquid sealants in your tires The use of sealants could damage the tire pressure monitor sensors Any resulting damage would not be covered by your warranty TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SYSTEM PROBLEMS The low tire pressure warning light will flash for about one minute and then shine steadily for the remainder of the igniti...

Page 336: ...Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor Identification Codes later in this section The original tires or wheels on your vehicle were replaced with tires or wheels not compatible with the tire inflation monitor system The vehicle is near a facility or an electronic device that uses radio wave frequencies similar to those of the tire pressure monitor system If the problem persists see your dealer for service T...

Page 337: ...s started 4 Begin with the left front tire 5 Remove the valve cap from the valve stem and increase or decrease the tire air pressure for five seconds or until the horn chirps To release air push on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve When increasing tire pressure do not exceed the maximum inflation pressure listed on the sidewall of the tire The horn chirp may take up to 30 seconds to s...

Page 338: ...ires and wheels regularly for unusual wear or damage Make sure the spare tire is secured properly See the following for more information Changing a Flat Tire Storing Tire and Jacking Equipment To make your tires last longer have them inspected and rotated at the mileages recommended in your Maintenance Schedule Follow the diagram above After rotation adjust the front and rear tire pressures accord...

Page 339: ...become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get the right kind Stop somewhere as soon as you can and have the nuts tightened with a torque wrench to the proper torque When installing aftermarket locking wheel nuts follow the torque specification provided by the wheel nut manufacturer NOTICE Improperly ti...

Page 340: ...ree places around the tire as in this picture you need a new tire Here are other things that mean you need to get a new tire The tread or sidewall is cracked cut or snagged deep enough to show cord or fabric The tire has a bump bulge or split Note Some commercial truck tires may not have tread wear indica tors The tire information label says what size tires you need To determine the location of yo...

Page 341: ... wheel assembly with a similar overall diameter as the factory installed road tires and wheels Because the spare tire and wheel were developed for use on your vehicle it will not affect handling Using a tire or wheel size other than the size originally installed on your vehicle may cause problems or damage to various vehicle systems such as braking ride and handling and resistance to roll over and...

Page 342: ...es CAUTION If you use bias ply tires on your vehicle the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving A tire and or wheel could fail suddenly causing a crash Use only radial ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle TIRE CHAINS NOTICE Do not use tire chains They could damage your vehicle because there is not enough clearance Tire chains used on a vehicle without the proper am...

Page 343: ...o help avoid damage to your vehicle drive slowly don t spin your wheels and readjust or remove the device if it contacts your vehicle SPARE TIRE See Spare Tire in Section 5 for information WHEELS Wheel Alignment and Tire Balancing If there is unusual tire wear or if the vehicle pulls one way or the other the alignment may need to be reset If the vehicle vibrates when you are driving on a smooth ro...

Page 344: ...inal equipment See your dealer for assistance CAUTION Using the wrong replacement parts could be dangerous It could affect the braking and handling of your vehicle You could lose control of the vehicle and you or others may be injured NOTICE The wrong wheel can cause problems with bearing life brake cooling speedometer or odometer calibration headlight aim bumper height vehicle ground clearance an...

Page 345: ...use oil or grease on studs nuts or bolts If you do the nuts or bolts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident CAUTION Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightened wheel nuts can cause the wheel to become loose and even come off This could lead to an accident Be sure to use the correct wheel nuts If you have to replace them be sure to get the right kind Stop somewhere a...

Page 346: ...icle identification number appears on a plate in the front corner of the instrument panel on the driver s side You can see it if you look through the windshield from outside your vehicle The number may also be found in one or more of the following locations the chassis and or underframe on the right side of the vehicle Service Parts Identification Label Certification Tire Label The eighth characte...

Page 347: ...ur vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses circuit breakers and fusible thermal links This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems If you ever have a problem on the road and don t have a spare fuse you can borrow one that has the same amperage Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without like the radio or cigarette ligh...

Page 348: ...ou replace a bad fuse with a new one of the correct size and rating Note Your vehicle may not be equipped with all the fuses and features listed NOTICE Do not spill liquids on the vehicle s electrical components or damage may occur Always reinstall the fuse block cover when you are done Left Instrument Panel Fuse 20 A 10araEscaladeEXT Page 348 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 349: ...ment Panel Back Lighting 8 Right Turn Signal Stoplight 9 Passenger Door Module Driver Unlock Function 10 Power Door Lock 2 Unlock Func tion 11 Power Door Lock 2 Lock Function 12 Stoplights Center High Mounted Stoplight 13 Not Used 14 Power Mirrors 15 Body Control Module 16 Accessory Power Outlets Fuse Usage 27 28 30 29 10araEscaladeEXT Page 349 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 350: ...formation Center 23 Not Used 24 Cooled Seats 25 Driver Seat Module Remote Keyless Entry System 26 Driver Power Door Lock Unlock Function Fuse Usage Circuit Breaker 27 Left Side Power Window Harness Connector 28 Driver Door Harness Connector 29 Body Harness Connector 30 Body Harness Connector Fuse Usage Left Instrument Panel Fuse Block Continued 10araEscaladeEXT Page 350 Wednesday October 14 2009 9...

Page 351: ...r Wiring Connector 3 HEADLINER 2 Headliner Wiring Connector 2 HEADLINER 1 Headliner Wiring Connector 1 SEO UPFITTER Not Used Circuit Breaker CB1 Right Front Power Window CB2 Right Front Seat CB3 Driver s Seat CB4 Not Used Harness Connector Usage HEADLINER 1 HEADLINER 2 BODY 2 BODY 1 BODY 3 HEADLINER 3 SEO UPFITTER CB1 CB2 CB3 CB4 10araEscaladeEXT Page 351 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 352: ...ghts 4 Engine Controls 5 Engine Control Module Throttle Control 6 Not Used 7 Front Washer 8 Oxygen Sensors 9 Antilock Brake System 2 10 Trailer Back up Lights 11 Left Low Beam Headlight 12 Engine Control Module Battery 13 Fuel Injectors Ignition Coils Right Side 14 Transmission Control Module Battery 15 Back up Lights 16 Right Low Beam Headlight Fuses Usage 10araEscaladeEXT Page 352 Wednesday Octo...

Page 353: ...8 Fog Lights 29 Horn 30 Right High Beam Headlight Fuses Usage 31 Not Used 32 Left High Beam Headlight 33 Not Used 34 Sunroof 35 Key Ignition System Theft Deterrent System 36 Windshield Wiper 37 Not Used 38 Electric Adjustable Pedals 39 Climate Controls Battery 40 Air Bag System Ignition 41 Amplifier 42 Sound System 43 Miscellaneous Ignition Cruise Control 44 Not Used Fuses Usage Underhood Electric...

Page 354: ...ry Fuel Pump Ignition Fuses Usage J Case 57 Cooling Fan 1 58 Automatic Level Control Compressor 59 Not Used 60 Cooling Fan 2 61 Antilock Brake System 1 62 Starter 63 Stud 2 Trailer Brakes 64 Left Bussed Electrical Center 1 65 Electric Running Boards If equipped 66 Not Used 67 Transfer Case 68 Stud 1 Trailer Connector Battery Power 69 Mid Bussed Electrical Center 1 70 Climate Control Fan 71 Not Use...

Page 355: ...ischarge Headlight FOG LAMP Front Fog Lights A C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor Fuses Usage STRTR Starter PWR TRN Powertrain FUEL PMP Fuel Pump PRK LAMP Parking Lights REAR DEFOG Rear Window Defogger RUN CRANK Switched Power Fuses Usage Underhood Electrical Center Continued 10araEscaladeEXT Page 355 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 356: ...hts operate at a very high voltage Do not try to service the system components You could be seriously injured See your dealer for service Your vehicle is equipped with high intensity discharge headlights After a headlight bulb has been replaced you may notice that the beam is a slightly different shade than it was originally This is normal 10araEscaladeEXT Page 356 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 A...

Page 357: ...t 5 Press the new bulb into the socket and turn the socket clockwise into the housing until it clicks 6 Reverse the steps for installation License Plate Lights 1 Reach up behind the rear bumper to remove the bulb socket from the lamp housing 2 Turn the bulb socket counter clockwise to remove it 3 Pull the bulb straight out to remove it from the socket 4 Replace the bulb and reverse the steps for i...

Page 358: ...PLACEMENT BULB SPECIFICATIONS See your dealer for any bulb not listed in this section Tail Stop Turn Lights 3057 Backup Lights 7441 License lights 168 Sidemarker Lights 194 10araEscaladeEXT Page 358 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 359: ... V8 VIN Code F Horsepower 329 kW 6000 rpm Engine Torque 616 Nm 4400 rpm Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 Air Cleaner Filter 15908916 A3086C Spark Plugs 12621258 41 110 Gap 1 02 mm Wheel Nut Torque 190 Nm AC Delco part number GM part number 10araEscaladeEXT Page 359 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 360: ...igerant R 134a kg Transfer Case 1 4 L Cooling System 16 5 L Change filter at every oil change Recheck fluid level after filling For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood See your dealer for additional information VEHICLE TOP SPEED Top Speed 170 km h 10araEscaladeEXT Page 360 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 361: ...uld be replaced if webbing becomes frayed contaminated or damaged General Motors offers products specially designed to maintain the appearance and to help care for your vehicle See your dealer for more informa tion Wheels and Tires NOTICE To prevent damage to chrome plated wheels and trim always wash your vehicle after driving on roads treated with magnesium calcium or sodium chloride 10araEscalad...

Page 362: ...loth dampened with water and a mild detergent Rinse the wheels with clean water and dry them thoroughly Then apply wax to the wheels if desired NOTICE Do not drive your vehicle through an automatic car wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes The wheels could be damaged and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty NOTICE When using a petroleum based tire dressing always wipe o...

Page 363: ... a Flat Tire 376 Changing the Flat Tire 383 Storing Tire and Jacking Equipment 388 Secondary Latch System 394 Spare Tire 398 If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck 399 Rocking Your Vehicle 399 Recovery Hooks 400 Data Collection and Event Data Recorders 401 5 Prob lems on the Road 10araEscaladeEXT Page 363 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 364: ...is Manual for tips on how to work around a battery without getting hurt Do not let battery fluid touch your skin If you do get it in your eyes or on your skin flush the place with water and get medical help immediately CAUTION Every new GM vehicle uses a battery that requires no mainte nance However if another battery has filler caps be sure the right amount of fluid is there If it is low add wate...

Page 365: ...ure Shift an automatic transmission into P Park and a manual transmission into N Neutral before setting the parking brake 2 Turn off the ignition on both vehicles Turn off the radios and all lights that aren t needed Unplug any accessories that are plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets NOTICE If you leave the radio or other accessories on they could be badly damaged The...

Page 366: ...tud located near the front of the engine compartment where the negative battery cable attaches Always use the remote positive and remote negative terminals instead of the terminals on your vehicle s battery CAUTION Check that the jumper cables don t have any loose or missing insulation If they do you could get a shock and the vehicles could be damaged NOTICE Do not connect positive to negative or ...

Page 367: ...gative black cable First connect it to the good battery s negative terminal Use the remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Don t let the other end touch metal yet 7 Attach the other end of the negative cable to a heavy metal part on the engine of the vehicle with the discharged battery or to a remote negative terminal if the vehicle has one Do not connect the negative cable to the negativ...

Page 368: ...mage to your vehicle may result from electrical shorting if jumper cables are connected or disconnected incorrectly To prevent electrical shorting take care that the cables do not touch each other or any other metal Remove the cables in the correct order The repairs would not be covered by your warranty TOWING See your dealer or a professional towing service if you need to have your vehicle towed ...

Page 369: ... message may appear in the driver information center display See Driver Information Center Messages in Section 1 for more information If you see or hear steam coming from the engine stop and turn the engine off Do not open the hood until the engine has cooled down CAUTION Continued operation of an overheated engine may result in a fire and the possibility of personal injury and or severe vehicle d...

Page 370: ...ill no sign of steam run the engine at idle speed for about five minutes while you are parked If the overheat warning continues turn off the engine and get every one out of the vehicle right away See Overheat Protection Mode later in this section for information CAUTION An electric cooling fan can start even if the engine is not running Be careful around any underhood electric fan If the coolant i...

Page 371: ...t and cause an engine fire You could be burned NOTICE Running your engine without coolant could cause engine damage that wouldn t be covered by your warranty See Overheat Protection Mode later in this section for information If the coolant is leaking have it fixed immediately If the coolant is not leaking and the engine is overheated the engine cooling fans should be running If not the fans must b...

Page 372: ...wer is reduced See Driver Information Center Messages in Section 1 for more information Avoid driving an extended distance and or towing a trailer while driving in this mode NOTICE After driving in this mode allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair Then repair the cause of the coolant loss change the oil and reset the oil life monitor Checking and Adding Coolant The coolant level can ...

Page 373: ... in your vehicle is designed to use DEX COOL coolant Do not substitute any liquids for the proper coolant mixture The engine could catch on fire and you or others could be burned CAUTION Under some conditions the ethylene glycol in engine coolant is combustible To avoid being burned do not spill coolant on the exhaust system or on hot engine parts If you have any doubt have this operation performe...

Page 374: ...e for the engine to cool then add a 50 50 mixture of clean water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank See Engine Coolant in the Service and Maintenance section IF NO COOLANT IS VISIBLE IN THE SURGE TANK Add a 50 50 mixture of clean water and DEX COOL coolant at the coolant surge tank Here s how to add coolant to the surge tank 1 To remove the cap when the cooling system is no longer hot ...

Page 375: ...diator hose is getting hot watch out for the engine cooling fan 4 If the level in the surge tank has dropped add more of the coolant mixture to bring the level back up to the proper mark 5 Then replace the cap Be sure the cap is tight When the engine and cooling system have cooled down check the coolant level again If the coolant is not at the proper level repeat steps 1 through 5 again If the coo...

Page 376: ...u or others could be badly injured or killed CAUTION Avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving very slowly to a level place to change your tire Turn on your hazard warning flashers Changing a tire can cause injury The vehicle can slip off the jack and injure you or other people To help prevent the vehicle from moving while changing the flat tire Set the parking brake firmly Shift the transmis...

Page 377: ...re than one compact spare tire at a time on your vehicle Drive with caution while the compact spare tire is installed on the vehicle The jack and wheel blocks are stored under a cover near the passenger s side second row seat 1 Wheel Blocks 2 Jack Knob 3 Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks 4 Jack 5 Retaining Bracket 4 1 3 2 5 10araEscaladeEXT Page 377 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 378: ...release the jack 3 Unscrew the wing nut to remove the wheel blocks To remove the tools do the following 1 Open the top door on the passenger s side top box storage compartment See Top Box Storage in Section 1 for more information 2 Remove the storage bag 3 Remove the jack tools from the storage bag Wheel Wrench Jack Handle Jack Handle Extensions 10araEscaladeEXT Page 378 Wednesday October 14 2009 ...

Page 379: ...ly 2 Hoist Shaft 7 Tire Wheel Retainer 8 Spare Tire Flat Tire with valve stem pointed down 9 Hoist End of Extension Tool 10 Tire Lock 7 6 8 5 4 2 1 10 3 9 3 Hoist Shaft Access Cover Hole 4 Jack Handle Extensions 5 Wheel Wrench 6 Hoist Cable 10araEscaladeEXT Page 379 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 380: ...by a jack Always tighten the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle when restowing Open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock To remove the spare tire lock insert the key and turn it Then pull the lock straight out Assemble the wheel wrench and the two jack handle extensions 10araEscaladeEXT Page 380 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 381: ...e spare tire Keep turning the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle Use the hook on the wheel wrench to pull the hoist cable towards you so that you can reach the spare tire If the spare tire does not lower to the ground the secondary latch is engaged See Secondary Latch System later in this section for the proper release procedure 10araEscaladeEXT Page 381 Wed...

Page 382: ...latch and slide the tire wheel retainer upward on the guide pin to separate the retainer from the guide pin Once the tire wheel retainer is separated from the guide pin tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull the retainer and the guide pin through the wheel opening 10araEscaladeEXT Page 382 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 383: ...m yet Place the jack under the jacking point nearest the tire you want to change CAUTION Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle or may allow the vehicle to fall off the jack To avoid personal injury and vehicle damage be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle 10araEscaladeEXT Page 383 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 5...

Page 384: ...he flat tire is on the rear of the vehicle you will need to attach both jack handle extensions Attach the jack handle to the jack If the flat tire is on a front wheel place the jack to the rear of the flat tire near the front body mount 10araEscaladeEXT Page 384 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 385: ...s firmly into place Then raise the vehicle off the ground until there is room for the spare tire to fit CAUTION Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up is dangerous If the vehicle slips off the jack you could be badly injured or killed Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack Remove the wheel nuts and take off the tire Remove any dirt or rust from the wheel bolts mounting...

Page 386: ...r or wire brush later if necessary to get all the rust or dirt off CAUTION Never use oil or grease on studs nuts or bolts If you do the nuts or bolts might come loose Your wheel could fall off causing a serious accident Place the spare tire on the wheel mounting surface Install the wheel nuts with the rounded end toward the wheel and tighten by hand Continue tightening the wheel nuts with the whee...

Page 387: ...ench to the proper torque When installing aftermarket locking wheel nuts follow the torque specification provided by the wheel nut manufacturer NOTICE Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage To avoid expensive brake repairs evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the proper sequence and to the proper torque specification See Specifications and Capacities in Section 4 ...

Page 388: ... Tire and Jacking Equipment later in this section for more information CAUTION Storing a jack a tire or other equipment in the passenger s compartment of the vehicle could cause injury In a sudden stop or collision loose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place Storing Tire and Jacking Equipment Tire Storage NOTICE Storing an aluminum wheel with a flat tire under the vehi...

Page 389: ...2 Hoist Shaft 3 Hoist Shaft Access Cover Hole 4 Jack Handle Extensions 5 Wheel Wrench 6 Hoist Cable 7 Tire Wheel Retainer 8 Spare Tire Flat Tire with valve stem pointed down 9 Hoist End of Extension Tool 10 Tire Lock 7 6 8 5 4 2 1 10 3 9 10araEscaladeEXT Page 389 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 390: ...he tire wheel retainer at the end of the hoist cable from the guide pin Press and hold the latch and slide the tire wheel retainer upward on the guide pin to separate the retainer from the guide pin 3 Once the tire wheel retainer is separated from the guide pin pull the guide pin through the center of the wheel Then tilt the retainer and pull it through the wheel opening 10araEscaladeEXT Page 390 ...

Page 391: ...two jack handle extensions 5 Insert the hoist end open end of the extension into the hole in the bumper Connect the extension onto the hoist shaft Do not use the chisel end of the wheel wrench 10araEscaladeEXT Page 391 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 392: ... underside of the vehicle 8 When the tire is raised against the underside of the vehicle continue turning the wrench until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice The spare tire hoist can not be overtightened 9 Try to move the tire with your hands to be sure that it is secured in place If the tire moves use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable 10 Reinstall the lock 11 Close the access hole cove...

Page 393: ...ose equipment could strike someone Store all these in the proper place 1 Wheel Blocks 2 Wing Nut on Jack 3 Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks 4 Jack 5 Retaining Bracket The jack and wheel blocks are stored under a cover near the passenger s side second row seat The jacking tools are stored in the passenger side top box 4 1 3 2 5 10araEscaladeEXT Page 393 Wednesday October 14 2009 9 54 AM ...

Page 394: ...ecure the jack tightly in the mounting bracket 6 Replace the cover Secure the two wing nuts on the jack cover Secondary Latch System The secondary latch is designed to stop the spare tire from suddenly falling off the vehicle In order for the secondary latch to work the tire must be stowed with the valve stem pointing down Perform the following procedure to release the secondary latch CAUTION Befo...

Page 395: ...or four turns Tighten and loosen the cable at least two times If the tire lowers to the ground continue with Step 10 of this procedure If the tire does not lower to the ground continue with this procedure 3 Turn the wrench counterclock wise until approximately 15 cm of cable is exposed 4 Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest end with the backs facing each other 5 Place the bottom edge of the ja...

Page 396: ...ops moving up and is held firmly in place The secondary latch should release The spare tire is now balancing on the jack 9 Lower the jack by turning the wrench counterclockwise Keep lowering the jack until the spare tire slides off the jack or is hanging by the cable CAUTION If the spare tire does not slide off the jack completely make sure no one is behind you or on either side of you when you pu...

Page 397: ...d wheel wrench into the hoist shaft hole in the bumper Turn the wheel wrench coun terclockwise to lower the spare tire Keep turning the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle When the tire has been completely lowered tilt the tire to access the tire wheel retainer Press and hold the latch and slide the tire wheel retainer upward on the guide pin to separate the ...

Page 398: ...ne the location of your vehicle s tire information label see Vehicle Loading in Section 3 Your vehicle may be equipped with a spare tire that is not the same size as the factory installed road tires on your vehicle It is all right to drive your vehicle temporarily with the spare tire installed It was designed for use on your vehicle After installing the spare tire on your vehicle stop as soon as p...

Page 399: ...ng the wheels too fast while shifting the transmission back and forth could destroy the transmission For information about using tire chains on your vehicle see Tire Chains under Tires in Section 4 Rocking Your Vehicle To free your vehicle when it is stuck 1 Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the front wheels 2 Press the Stabilitrak button to turn the system off See St...

Page 400: ...vehicle out if it is stuck in sand mud snow etc CAUTION Always pull the vehicle straight out Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snap ping back NOTICE Never use the hooks for towing your vehicle The vehicle could be damaged and the repairs would not be covered by your warranty 10araEscaladeEXT Page 400 Wed...

Page 401: ...ehicle is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems During a crash your vehicle may record information about the condition of the vehicle and how it was operated and how the various safety systems performed Data is recorded only if a non triv ial crash situation occurs In most cases data is recorded for only about 30 seconds Special equipment is needed to retrieve this...

Page 402: ... a specific vehicle or vehicle owner Additional information from the navigation system may also be recorded and stored See the following list Addresses Destinations Telephone numbers Other trip information See the separate navigation enter tainment system manual for instructions on deleting stored information Some vehicles use radio frequency identification technology for features such as tire pre...

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