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Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual - 2012

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Страница 1: ...4 12 Instruments and Controls 5 1 Controls 5 2 Warning Lights Gauges and Indicators 5 9 Information Displays 5 23 Vehicle Messages 5 28 Vehicle Personalization 5 36 Universal Remote System 5 44 Light...

Страница 2: ...rmation 11 1 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance 11 3 Maintenance Schedule 11 3 Special Application Services 11 9 Additional Maintenance and Care 11 9 Recommended Fluids Lubricants and Parts 11 12 Maint...

Страница 3: ...purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle For vehicles first sold in Canada substitute the name General Motors of Canada Limited f...

Страница 4: ...NING These mean there is something that could hurt you or other people Notice This means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage This would not be covered by the vehicle s w...

Страница 5: ...Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar Brake System Warning Light Charging System I Cruise Control B Engine Coolant Temperature O Exterior Lamps Fog Lamps Fuel Gauge Fuses 3 Headlamp High Low Beam Ch...

Страница 6: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 vi Introduction 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 7: ...hrottle and Brake Pedal Adjustment 1 11 Interior Lighting 1 12 Exterior Lighting 1 12 Windshield Wiper Washer 1 13 Climate Controls 1 14 Transmission 1 14 Vehicle Features Satellite Radio 1 15 Portabl...

Страница 8: ...Black plate 2 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 1 2 In Brief Instrument Panel I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 9: ...6 9 J Data Link Connector DLC Out of View See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 15 K Cruise Control on page 9 43 L Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2 M Horn on page 5 4 N Steering Wheel Controls...

Страница 10: ...ree seconds to unlock all remaining doors including the tailgate Press Q to lock all doors including the tailgate Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36...

Страница 11: ...ual door locks To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks push down or pull up on the manual lock knob Power Door Locks If available the switches are on the front doors K Press to unlock the doo...

Страница 12: ...windows work when the ignition is in ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY or in Retained Accessory Power RAP See Retained Accessory Power RAP on page 9 27 Press the switch to lower the window Pull the switch up to...

Страница 13: ...umbar Adjustment To adjust the lumbar support Press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support Press and hold the top or bottom of the control to raise or lower t...

Страница 14: ...brake pedals will have the ability to save and recall their positions 2 Press and hold 1 until two beeps sound 3 Repeat for a second driver position using 2 To recall press and release 1 or 2 The vehi...

Страница 15: ...ats on page 1 9 Head Restraint Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly To achieve a comfortable seating position change the seatback rec...

Страница 16: ...front passenger position The passenger airbag status indicator if equipped will be visible on the overhead console when the vehicle is started United States Canada and Mexico See Passenger Sensing Sys...

Страница 17: ...the dimming feature on or off See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2 21 for more information Steering Wheel Adjustment Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down To set...

Страница 18: ...k Press the button in and the dome lamps remain off when a door is opened Press the button again to return it to the extended position so that the dome lamps come on when a door is opened Reading Lam...

Страница 19: ...e lamps and taillamps 5 Turns on the headlamps parking lamps instrument panel lights license plate lamps and taillamps For more information see Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6 1 Daytime Running Lamps...

Страница 20: ...itioning E Heated and Cooled Seats F Fan Control G Defrost H Rear Window Defogger I Air Delivery Mode Control See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 Transmission Driver Shift Control DS...

Страница 21: ...n refer to www xmradio com or call 1 800 929 2100 U S www xmradio ca or call 1 877 438 9677 Canada Also see Satellite Radio on page 7 16 Portable Audio Devices This vehicle has an auxiliary input loca...

Страница 22: ...od or USB device c x Press to go to the previous favorite radio station track on a CD or folder on an iPod or USB device Press to reject an incoming call or to end a call b g Press to silence the vehi...

Страница 23: ...s of most major freeways and roads throughout the United States and Canada After a destination has been set the system provides turn by turn instructions for reaching the destination In addition the s...

Страница 24: ...the steering wheel These features include Language Door Lock and Unlock Settings RKE Lock and Unlock Feedback Lighting Chime Volume Memory Features Digital Speedometer Display See Vehicle Personalizat...

Страница 25: ...eplace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers security systems and home automation devices Read the instructions completely before attempting to p...

Страница 26: ...need to be inflated to the proper pressure The TPMS does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance It is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressures See Tire Pressure Monitor Syst...

Страница 27: ...As the owner of a new Cadillac you are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service program See Roadside Service U S and Canada on page 13 7 or Roadside Service Mexico on page 13 9 for more informat...

Страница 28: ...Black plate 22 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 1 22 In Brief 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 29: ...s 2 8 Lockout Protection 2 8 Safety Locks 2 8 Doors Midgate 2 9 Tailgate 2 15 Power Assist Steps 2 15 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security 2 16 Anti theft Alarm System 2 16 Immobilizer 2 17 Immobilizer O...

Страница 30: ...dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed Notice If the keys get locked in the vehicle it may have to be damaged to get them out Always carry a spare key If locked out of your vehicle c...

Страница 31: ...to lock all the doors including the tailgate If enabled through the Driver Information Center DIC the turn signal lamps flash once to indicate locking has occurred If enabled through the DIC the horn...

Страница 32: ...using the transmitter labeled 1 if enabled through the DIC See Memory Seats on page 3 5 for more information Programming Transmitters to the Vehicle Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehicle w...

Страница 33: ...l turn on during colder outside temperatures and will shut off when the key is turned to ON RUN If the vehicle does not have an automatic climate control system during remote start you will need to ma...

Страница 34: ...n and then back off The vehicle can be remote started two separate times between driving sequences The engine will run for 10 minutes after each remote start Or you can extend the engine run time by a...

Страница 35: ...eat and can suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke Always lock the vehicle whenever leaving it Outsiders can easily enter through an unlocked door when you slow down or stop the vehi...

Страница 36: ...nter DIC See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36 for more information on DIC programming Lockout Protection If the driver side power door lock switch is pressed when the driver door is open and the k...

Страница 37: ...e fan on your heating or cooling system to its highest speed on the setting Continued WARNING Continued that brings in outside air This will force outside air into your vehicle See Dual Automatic Clim...

Страница 38: ...Fold the rear seats See Rear Seats on page 3 8 The front seats may have to be moved forward slightly to allow the rear seats to fold completely Although the rear glass can be removed without folding t...

Страница 39: ...s into the storage pocket in the Midgate guiding the lower edge of the rear glass behind the three rear glass retaining tabs E Hold the rear glass flat against the storage pocket with grab handles fac...

Страница 40: ...operly in the storage pocket Reinstalling the Rear Glass To reinstall the rear glass do the following 1 Squeeze and pull down the latch levers A located near the upper corners of the rear glass to unl...

Страница 41: ...and push each latch lever A up until it locks You should hear a click when each latch lever locks correctly Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in Place The Midgate can be lowered to allow the c...

Страница 42: ...the Storage Pocket Rear Glass Stored in Glass Storage Pocket Midgate Lowered with Crossbar Attached This procedure works the same as the procedure described previously but when you lower the Midgate w...

Страница 43: ...operly Use the Remote Keyless Entry RKE transmitter or power door lock switch to lock and unlock the tailgate Open the tailgate by lifting up on its handle while pulling the tailgate toward you To clo...

Страница 44: ...erefore vehicle contents may not be protected if the midgate is left open or ajar If a locked driver door is opened without using the RKE transmitter a ten second pre alarm will occur The horn will ch...

Страница 45: ...d but the headlamps flash check to see if the horn works The horn fuse may be blown To replace the fuse see Instrument Panel Fuse Block on page 10 41 and Engine Compartment Fuse Block on page 10 36 If...

Страница 46: ...programmed for the vehicle The following procedure is for programming additional keys only If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate you must see your dealer or a locksmith who...

Страница 47: ...or is convex shaped A convex mirror s surface is curved so more can be seen from the driver seat Power Mirrors Controls for the outside power foldaway mirrors are on the driver door armrest Mirror Adj...

Страница 48: ...e 2 19 Turn Signal Indicator The vehicle has a turn signal indicator on the mirror An arrow on the mirror flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change Heated Mirrors The heated outside rearview...

Страница 49: ...Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle...

Страница 50: ...a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up To reduce the sound open either a front window or the sunroof if equipped Power Windows WARNING Leaving children in a vehi...

Страница 51: ...the way without holding the switch Press or pull the switch fully and release it to activate the express feature The express mode can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing or pulling the switch...

Страница 52: ...ow follow these steps 1 With the ignition in ACC ACCESSORY ON RUN or when Retained Accessory Power RAP is active close all doors 2 Press and hold the power window switch until the window is fully open...

Страница 53: ...9 27 for more information To open or close the sunroof press the open or close switch A to the first detent position To express open or close the sunroof press the open or close switch A to the secon...

Страница 54: ...ing the anti pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise It coul...

Страница 55: ...irbag System 3 19 Where Are the Airbags 3 21 When Should an Airbag Inflate 3 22 What Makes an Airbag Inflate 3 24 How Does an Airbag Restrain 3 24 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates 3 25 Passe...

Страница 56: ...t the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant s head This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash The height of the head restra...

Страница 57: ...seat Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down Raise...

Страница 58: ...G Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous Even when buckled up the safety belts cannot do their job when reclined like this The shoulder belt cannot do its job be...

Страница 59: ...ons To save into memory 1 Adjust the driver seat including the seatback recliner and lumbar both outside mirrors power steering column and the throttle and brake pedals See Power Mirrors on page 2 19...

Страница 60: ...or buttons power steering column control or the adjustable pedal switch If something has blocked the driver seat power steering column or the adjustable pedals while recalling a memory position the re...

Страница 61: ...u cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin the seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures To reduce the risk of burns people with such a condition should use care when using the se...

Страница 62: ...gh two for medium and one for low The heated and cooled seats are canceled when the ignition is turned off To use this feature after restarting the vehicle press the desired button again Rear Seats Th...

Страница 63: ...position lift the seatback up and fold the seat cushion down WARNING A safety belt that is improperly routed not properly attached or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash The per...

Страница 64: ...extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision passengers riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow passengers to...

Страница 65: ...Canadian provinces the law requires wearing safety belts How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This section is only for people of adult size There are special things to know about safety belts and childr...

Страница 66: ...uctions explain how to wear a lap shoulder belt properly 1 Adjust the seat if the seat is adjustable so you can sit up straight To see how see Seats in the Index 2 Pick up the latch plate and pull the...

Страница 67: ...uipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster move it to the height that is right for you See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster in this section for instructions on use and important safety information 5 To...

Страница 68: ...desired position try to move it down without squeezing the buttons to make sure it has locked into position Safety Belt Pretensioners This vehicle has safety belt pretensioners for front outboard occ...

Страница 69: ...ty belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults When installed and properly adjusted the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head Here is how...

Страница 70: ...ured The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces 4 Buckle position and release the safety belt as described...

Страница 71: ...e the heaviest coat you will wear so the extender will be long enough for you To help avoid personal injury do not let someone else use it and use it only for the seat it is made to fit The extender h...

Страница 72: ...To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible After a minor crash replacement of safety belts...

Страница 73: ...tback closest to the door With roof rail airbags the word AIRBAG will appear along the headliner or trim Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts Even though today s...

Страница 74: ...side impact airbags and or roof rail airbags WARNING Children who are up against or very close to any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer p...

Страница 75: ...the middle of the steering wheel The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side Driver Side Shown Passenger Side Similar The seat mounted side impact airbag...

Страница 76: ...ide impact airbag Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof rail airbags by routing a rope or tie down through any door or window opening If you do the path of an inflating roof rail ai...

Страница 77: ...derate frontal impacts dual stage airbags inflate at a level less than full deployment For more severe frontal impacts full deployment occurs The vehicle has a seat position sensor Vehicles with dual...

Страница 78: ...l airbags there are airbag modules in the ceiling of the vehicle near the side windows that have occupant seating positions How Does an Airbag Restrain In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal co...

Страница 79: ...hma or other breathing trouble To avoid this everyone in the vehicle should get out as soon as it is safe to do so If you have breathing problems but cannot get out of the vehicle after an airbag infl...

Страница 80: ...an that an airbag system will not work properly See your dealer for service Passenger Sensing System If the vehicle has the passenger airbag status indicator pictured in the following illustration the...

Страница 81: ...Never put a rear facing child seat in the front This is because the risk to the rear facing child is so great if the airbag deploys WARNING A child in a rear facing child restraint can be seriously i...

Страница 82: ...the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag depending upon the person s seating posture and body build Everyone in the vehicle who has outgrown child...

Страница 83: ...ing in the right front passenger seat but the off indicator is lit it could be because that person is not sitting properly in the seat If this happens use the following steps to allow the system to de...

Страница 84: ...eat WARNING Stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere with the proper operation of the passenger sensing system Servicing the Airbag...

Страница 85: ...vent proper deployment of the passenger airbag s or prevent the passenger sensing system from properly turning off the passenger airbag s See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 26 If you have any ques...

Страница 86: ...ee your dealer for service Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash WARNING A crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect yo...

Страница 87: ...e 3 12 for more information If the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder then return to the booster seat Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips touching the thighs If yes continue...

Страница 88: ...ct forces In a crash the two children can be crushed together and seriously injured A safety belt must be used by only one person at a time WARNING Never do this Never allow a child to wear the safety...

Страница 89: ...h the safety belts Airbags plus lap shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children but not for young children and infants Neither the vehicle s safety belt system nor its airbag system...

Страница 90: ...ch are purchased by the vehicle owner are available in four basic types Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child s weight height and age but also whether o...

Страница 91: ...ung child s hip bones are still so small that the vehicle s regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones as it should Instead it may settle up around the child s abdomen In a crash the belt...

Страница 92: ...ring an Add On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle Secure the child restraint pro...

Страница 93: ...estraints In the U S refer to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA website to locate the nearest child safety seat inspection station For CPST availability in Canada check with Tra...

Страница 94: ...ront seat always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go It is better to secure the child restraint in a rear seat See Passenger Sensing System on page 3 26 for additional information...

Страница 95: ...int with a top tether you must also use either the lower anchors or the safety belts to properly secure the child restraint A child restraint must never be installed using only the top tether and anch...

Страница 96: ...the top tether to the anchor Some child restraints that have top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached Others require the top tether always to be attached In Cana...

Страница 97: ...ached or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached According to accident statistics children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a c...

Страница 98: ...has been installed Notice Do not let the LATCH attachments rub against the vehicle s safety belts This may damage these parts If necessary move buckled safety belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH attachme...

Страница 99: ...drest or head restraint and you are using a single tether route the tether over the seatback If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a dual tether ro...

Страница 100: ...ack and the seat cushion lock into position 2 Attach the lower attachments to the lower anchors If the child restraint does not have lower attachments or the desired seating position does not have low...

Страница 101: ...as the LATCH system see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children LATCH System on page 3 41 for how and where to install the child restraint using LATCH If you secure a child restraint using a safety bel...

Страница 102: ...raint on the seat 2 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 3 Push...

Страница 103: ...raint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement To remove the c...

Страница 104: ...turned off Secure rear facing child restraints in a rear seat even if the airbag is off If you secure a forward facing child restraint in the right front seat always move the front passenger seat as f...

Страница 105: ...he seat 3 Pick up the latch plate and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle s safety belt through or around the restraint The child restraint instructions will show you how 4 Push the latch...

Страница 106: ...e child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth When the child restraint is properly installed there should be no more than 2 5 cm 1 in of movement If...

Страница 107: ...ease the access door to use the front cupholders Push the door back down to close it Pull down on the door located on the back of the console to use the rear cupholders Push down and then back to remo...

Страница 108: ...te up or down rear glass in or out It has features that resist the elements and protect cargo It is designed to quickly direct water out of the cargo box The top drain grates side rail channels catch...

Страница 109: ...and not blocked with debris Follow the instructions given next in this section for the proper procedures on cleaning each item Top Drain Grates Removal and Cleaning The top drain grates are located n...

Страница 110: ...ce realign the clips with the holes and try again Side Rail Channels The side rail channels are located on top of both sides of the cargo area Flush them out with clean water if debris collects inside...

Страница 111: ...area Periodically flush the drains through the cut outs to clear debris and allow water to drain from the cargo area If the cargo area is extremely dirty lift up the edges of the cargo floor mat or t...

Страница 112: ...n the upper center portion with the numbers 1 2 and 3 There are also numbered labels on the bottom of the panels The numbers on the top and bottom of the panels will be used as reference when removing...

Страница 113: ...rgo storage area by attaching the six clips included on the cargo strap system to the tie down locations on either side of the storage area Before storing the cargo panels make sure that the latches o...

Страница 114: ...e cargo box Do the same for cargo panel 2 then panel 3 Make sure to store panel 2 with the latches facing down and panel 3 with latches facing up toward the side of the cargo box 3 Place the primary s...

Страница 115: ...m can remain attached to the side of the cargo area while it is not in use or it can be stored inside the top box storage compartment See Top Box Storage on page 4 2 for more information To reinstall...

Страница 116: ...engage the striker pegs A to align with the striker assembly B 3 The driver side cargo cover panel latch must lock in place before the passenger side latch can be locked If this procedure is not follo...

Страница 117: ...egs A align with the receivers B 6 Push the latches toward the front of the vehicle starting with the driver side latch to lock the panel in place A click sounds when each latch locks correctly Foldin...

Страница 118: ...op of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack like paneling plywood or a mattress the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven The item being carried could be violently torn...

Страница 119: ...eavy objects are placed on the roof cut a piece of 9 mm or 3 8 inch plywood to fit inside the crossrails and siderails to spread the load Tie the plywood to the siderail supports Tie the load and secu...

Страница 120: ...Black plate 14 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 4 14 Storage 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 121: ...5 15 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 15 Brake System Warning Light 5 18 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning Light 5 19 Tow Haul Mode Light 5 19 StabiliTrak OFF Light 5 20 Traction Control System TCS Stabil...

Страница 122: ...al Remote System Operation 5 49 Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down To set the memory position see Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36...

Страница 123: ...old w or c x to move quickly through the tracks within the selected category 3 Press and release to move up one track within the selected category b g Mute Push to Talk Press to silence the vehicle sp...

Страница 124: ...eering Wheel For vehicles with a heated steering wheel the button for this feature is located on the left side of the steering wheel Press the button to turn the heated steering wheel on or off A ligh...

Страница 125: ...ray washer fluid on the windshield The wipers clear the window and then either stop or return to the preset speed Compass Your vehicle may have a compass in the Driver Information Center DIC Compass Z...

Страница 126: ...N for North is displayed in the DIC 5 If calibration is necessary calibrate the compass See Compass Calibration Procedure following Compass Calibration The compass can be manually calibrated Only cali...

Страница 127: ...lay CALIBRATION COMPLETE for a few seconds when the calibration is complete The DIC display will then return to the previous menu Clock The analog clock is located on the instrument panel above the ra...

Страница 128: ...y power outlet and could overload vehicle or adapter fuses If a problem is experienced see your dealer When adding electrical equipment be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included...

Страница 129: ...an signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury Warning lights com...

Страница 130: ...Black plate 10 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 5 10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown Metric Similar I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 131: ...nder Driver Information Center DIC on page 5 23 Tachometer The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute rpm Fuel Gauge When the ignition is on the fuel gauge shows about how much...

Страница 132: ...afety belt reminder light on the instrument panel cluster When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their safety belt Then the light stays o...

Страница 133: ...em for possible malfunctions If the light stays on it indicates there is an electrical problem The system check includes the airbag sensor s passenger sensing system the pretensioners the airbag modul...

Страница 134: ...icle is started the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF or the symbols for on and off for several seconds as a system check If you are using remote start if equipped to start the v...

Страница 135: ...tion Center DIC can also appear See Battery Voltage and Charging Messages on page 5 28 for more information This light could indicate that there are problems with a generator drive belt or that there...

Страница 136: ...cations to these systems could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty This could also result in a failure to pass a required Emission Inspection Maintenance test See Accessories an...

Страница 137: ...e fuel brand used It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off See Recommended Fuel on page 9 51 If none of the above have made the light turn off your dealer can ch...

Страница 138: ...th the parking brake engaged a chime sounds when the vehicle speed is greater than 5 km h 3 mph The vehicle brake system consists of two hydraulic circuits If one circuit is not working the remaining...

Страница 139: ...ignition off If the light comes on while driving stop as soon as it is safely possible and turn the ignition off Then start the engine again to reset the system If the ABS light stays on or comes on...

Страница 140: ...System on page 9 39 and Ride Control System Messages on page 5 32 for more information Traction Control System TCS StabiliTrak Light The TCS StabiliTrak light comes on briefly when the engine is start...

Страница 141: ...Pressure Light WARNING Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low The engine can become so hot that it catches fire Someone could be burned Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle s...

Страница 142: ...m is arming and all entry points are closed For information regarding this light and the vehicle s security system see Anti theft Alarm System on page 2 16 High Beam On Light This light comes on when...

Страница 143: ...r more information All messages will appear in the DIC display located in the center of the instrument panel cluster The DIC comes on when the ignition is on After a short delay the DIC will display t...

Страница 144: ...nd compass recalibration U Customization Press to customize the feature settings on the vehicle See Vehicle Personalization on page 5 36 for more information V Set Reset Press to set or reset certain...

Страница 145: ...the number of L 100 km mpg recorded since the last time this menu item was reset To reset AVERAGE ECONOMY press and hold the set reset button Fuel Used Press the trip fuel button until FUEL USED disp...

Страница 146: ...that means 99 of the current oil life remains The engine oil life system will alert you to change the oil on a schedule consistent with your driving conditions When the remaining oil life is low the...

Страница 147: ...attery Voltage This display shows the current battery voltage If the voltage is in the normal range the value will display For example the display may read BATTERY VOLTAGE 13 VOLTS If the voltage is l...

Страница 148: ...e may require a jump start These systems will function again after the vehicle is started SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles this message displays if there is a problem with the battery...

Страница 149: ...o see if the message still appears on the DIC PASSENGER DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the front passenger door is not fully closed and the vehicle is shifted out of P Park Stop...

Страница 150: ...he instrument panel cluster and or DIC stop the vehicle as soon as possible See Engine Overheating on page 10 20 for more information This message displays and a chime sounds if the engine cooling sys...

Страница 151: ...when the engine power is reduced Reduced engine power can affect the vehicle s ability to accelerate If this message is on but there is no reduction in performance proceed to your destination The per...

Страница 152: ...driver that the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist URPA system has been turned off Press the set reset button to acknowledge this message and clear it from the DIC display To turn the URPA system back on...

Страница 153: ...when the traction control and or StabiliTrak systems have been turned on or off Adjust your driving accordingly To limit wheel spin and realize the full benefits of the stability enhancement system yo...

Страница 154: ...t also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle See Tire Pressure Light on page 5 20 Several conditions may cause this message to appear See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 1...

Страница 155: ...ing and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and or DIC you can damage the transmission This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by the...

Страница 156: ...battery it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off 2 Press the customization button to scroll through the available customizable options Feature Settings Menu Items The following are customiz...

Страница 157: ...utomatically lock when the vehicle is shifted out of P Park AT VEHICLE SPEED The doors including the tailgate will automatically lock when the vehicle speed is above 8 mph 13 km h for three seconds NO...

Страница 158: ...on the RKE transmitter LIGHTS ONLY The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter HORN ONLY The horn will sound on the second press of the lock button on the RKE t...

Страница 159: ...ss the settings for this feature Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings OFF There will be no delayed locking of the vehicle s doors ON default The doors will not...

Страница 160: ...reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC AUTO HIGH BEAMS If your vehicle has this feature it allows you to select to have the IntelliBeam system turned off or on See Exterior La...

Страница 161: ...ed down when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse BOTH MIRRORS The driver and passenger outside mirrors will be tilted down when the vehicle is shifted into R Reverse NO CHANGE No change will be made...

Страница 162: ...Then press the menu up down button to scroll through the following settings OFF No automatic seat exit will recall SEAT ONLY The driver seat will recall TILT ONLY The steering wheel tilt feature will...

Страница 163: ...setting is displayed on the DIC DISPLAY DIGITAL SPEED This feature allows you to enable or disable the digital speedometer on the DIC Press the customization button until DISPLAY DIGITAL SPEED appears...

Страница 164: ...ature settings menu Exiting the Feature Settings Menu The feature settings menu will be exited when any of the following occurs The vehicle is no longer in ON RUN The trip fuel or vehicle information...

Страница 165: ...ming The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends See Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons in this section Park the vehicle outside of the garage when programmin...

Страница 166: ...tton again The garage door should move confirming that programming is successful and complete To program another Rolling Code device such as an additional garage door opener a security device or home...

Страница 167: ...opener receiver motor head unit could also have a row of dip switches that can be used when programming the Universal Home Remote If the total number of switches on the motor head and hand held transm...

Страница 168: ...leting Step 4 3 From inside your vehicle first firmly press all three buttons at the same time for about three seconds Release the buttons to put the Universal Home Remote into programming mode A Left...

Страница 169: ...peration Press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of a second The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons Any of t...

Страница 170: ...Black plate 50 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 5 50 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 171: ...Lamps 6 8 Exterior Cargo Lamps 6 8 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control 6 9 Dome Lamps 6 9 Reading Lamps 6 9 Lighting Features Entry Exit Lighting 6 10 Battery Load Management 6 10...

Страница 172: ...dlamps are turned on while the vehicle is off the headlamps will stay on for 10 minutes before automatically turning off to prevent the battery from being drained Turn the headlamp control to off and...

Страница 173: ...ese conditions occur the IntelliBeam feature will be disabled and the IntelliBeam light in the mirror will turn off until the high beam stalk is returned to the neutral position If IntelliBeam was usi...

Страница 174: ...n until the IntelliBeam button is pressed again Stalk Disable When IntelliBeam has turned on the high beams pull or push the high beam stalk This will disable IntelliBeam The IntelliBeam indicator on...

Страница 175: ...headlamps to signal to a driver in front that you want to pass It works even if the headlamps are in the automatic position To use it pull the turn signal lever toward you then release it If the head...

Страница 176: ...ent panel Do not cover this sensor or the system will come on whenever the ignition is on The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage a tunnel or while driving in h...

Страница 177: ...s automatically flash three times It will flash six times if the tow haul mode is active Holding the turn signal lever for more than one second causes the turn signals to flash until the lever is rele...

Страница 178: ...Never use the fog lamps in the dark without turning on the headlamps The fog lamps will go off whenever the high beam headlamps come on When the high beams go off the fog lamps will come on again The...

Страница 179: ...er all the doors are closed Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome lamp override button clockwise to the farthest position to manually turn on the dome lamps The dome lamps r...

Страница 180: ...to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads A high electrical load occurs when several of the following are on such as headlamps high beams fog lamps rear window defogger cl...

Страница 181: ...onfigure Menu 7 64 Global Positioning System GPS 7 76 Vehicle Positioning 7 77 Problems with Route Guidance 7 78 If the System Needs Service 7 75 Map Data Updates 7 76 Database Coverage Explanations 7...

Страница 182: ...h phone capability WARNING Taking your eyes off the road too long or too often while using the navigation system could cause a crash and you or others could be injured or killed Focus your attention o...

Страница 183: ...functions are accessible Information can now be entered or deleted and other functions accessed See instructions later in this section Every 50 times the vehicle is started and the navigation system...

Страница 184: ...Screen Button E Map Scale F North Up Heading Up Symbol G No GPS Symbol H Full map Touch Screen Button I Source AM FM XM CD etc J Clock Touch Screen Button K POI Point of Interest Touch Screen Button...

Страница 185: ...mit Features While Driving screen button to turn the ability to limit functions on and off while driving When this screen button is highlighted the following functions are limited while driving Music...

Страница 186: ...ntry 5 Select the state province screen button if needed to change the current state or province A list of all of the available states and provinces appear Select the state or province 6 Once a state...

Страница 187: ...ter the specific title of the POI in the POI name space e g Washington Monument If five or fewer names are available a list displays If more than five are available the List screen button displays a n...

Страница 188: ...n marked appears 5 Select the route preference for Fastest Shortest or Other The system calculates and highlights the route 6 Press Start Guidance The route is now ready to be started See Preset Desti...

Страница 189: ...o the vehicle the chimes may not work Make sure that replacement or additional equipment is compatible with the vehicle before installing it See Accessories and Modifications in the vehicle s owner ma...

Страница 190: ...een FM Source Shown Other Sources Similar If you do not want to view a split screen or you are not on a map screen press AUDIO AM FM XM Press the source AM FM or XM if equipped screen button or press...

Страница 191: ...tions in the broadcast area support Radio Data Systems RDS 2 Refresh List Press to refresh the list of AM or FM stations When viewing a map screen the name of the station or channel displays y or z Se...

Страница 192: ...on Popup Notifications Once a song or songs are stored a notification popup alerts the listener if a stored song is playing Press to turn notification on or off While a notification popup alert screen...

Страница 193: ...e balance between the left and the right speakers press and hold the L or R screen buttons Front Rear Fade To adjust the fade between the front and the rear speakers press and hold the Front or Rear s...

Страница 194: ...u screen then press CONFIG repeatedly until Radio is selected or press the Radio screen button to make changes for radio information displayed or to limit features while driving number of preset pages...

Страница 195: ...gories screen button to remove or add XM categories when selecting XM categories from the category list screen The list of XM categories appear on the screen Use the arrow screen buttons to scroll thr...

Страница 196: ...thers can be blocked at a customer s request by calling 1 800 929 2100 XM Updating The encryption code in the receiver is being updated and no action is required No XM signal The vehicle is in a locat...

Страница 197: ...accessory power outlet If there is interference or static unplug the item from the accessory power outlet AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM especially at night The longer range...

Страница 198: ...heck to make sure the antenna is tightened to its base If tightening is required tighten by hand until fully seated plus one quarter turn Satellite Radio Antenna The XM Satellite Radio antenna is loca...

Страница 199: ...t To eject a disc 1 Press Z 2 The system displays Ejecting Disc Playing an Audio CD j r Pause Play Press to pause the CD This button will then change to the play button Press the play button to play t...

Страница 200: ...e radio off The rear seat passengers can power on the video screen and use the remote control to navigate the disc See the Rear Seat Infotainment user guide for more information The DVD player is only...

Страница 201: ...o move around the DVD menu Enter Press to select the highlighted option Return Press to go back to the previous DVD menu Back Press to go back to the main DVD display screen Move Press to move the cur...

Страница 202: ...n allows you to change the brightness contrast and mode change the viewing on the monitor and to change the initial settings language parental level and aspect Brightness Press the up or down screen a...

Страница 203: ...any DVD with a rating above G will not be able to be viewed without entering a password When the parental level is first entered a keyboard will appear on the display and a four digit password will ne...

Страница 204: ...from the center to the outer edge Notice If a label is added to a CD or DVD or more than one CD or DVD is inserted into the slot at a time or an attempt is made to play scratched or damaged CDs or DV...

Страница 205: ...r console To connect an iPod connect one end of the USB cable that came with the iPod to the iPod s dock connector and connect the other end to the USB port If the vehicle is on and the USB connection...

Страница 206: ...as Artist Album Genre etc A list of that category will display 4 Select an Artist Album or Track from that list 5 Press the up or down arrows located on the side of the screen to select one item at a...

Страница 207: ...v1 0 v1 1 or v2 0 The radio will display a filename song name artist name album name and directory name Maximum 32 characters including spaces in a file or folder name Maximum number of folders is 10...

Страница 208: ...name appears on the display File System and Naming The song name that displays is the song name that is contained in the ID3 tag If the song name is not present in the ID3 tag then the radio displays...

Страница 209: ...e display shows the elapsed time of the track q r Folder Artist Album 1 Select the left or right arrow to go to the previous or next folder artist or album on the disc 2 Press the middle screen button...

Страница 210: ...5 mm cable to the radio s front auxiliary input jack When a device is connected press AUDIO then press AUDIO again until AUX is selected or press the AUX screen button to begin playing audio from the...

Страница 211: ...Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment RSE System The vehicle may have an DVD Rear Seat Entertainment RSE system The RSE system works with the vehicle s audio system The DVD player is part of the front...

Страница 212: ...e control E Power indicator light The RSE includes two 2 channel wireless headphones that are dedicated to this system Channel 1 is dedicated to the video screen while Channel 2 is dedicated to Rear S...

Страница 213: ...e foam ear pads attached to the headphones become worn or damaged the pads can be replaced separately from the headphone set To purchase replacement ear pads contact your dealer Battery Replacement To...

Страница 214: ...See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack under Auxiliary Devices on page 7 30 for more information about changing the source How to Change the RSE Video Screen Settings The screen display mode normal full...

Страница 215: ...the screen is raised to its locked position the screen remains on This is normal and the DVD continues to play through the previous audio source Use the remote control power button or eject the disc...

Страница 216: ...cklight is on v Title Press to return the DVD to the main menu of the DVD This function could vary for each disc y Main Menu Press to access the DVD or MP3 menu The DVD menu is different on every DVD...

Страница 217: ...ess the play pause button To stop fast forwarding a DVD audio or CD release the fast forward button This button might not work while the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews e Audi...

Страница 218: ...Chart Problem Recommended Action There is no power The ignition might not be turned to ON RUN or ACC ACCESSORY The picture does not fill the screen There are black borders on the top and bottom or on...

Страница 219: ...w batteries reception range and interference from cellular telephone towers or use a cellular telephone in the vehicle Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L left and R right on the he...

Страница 220: ...seat passengers can control and listen to a CD through the headphones while the driver listens to the radio through the speakers The rear seat passengers have control of the volume for each set of hea...

Страница 221: ...hapter on the disc Press the left seek arrow to go back to the start of the current track or chapter if more than 10 seconds have played This function is inactive with some radios if the front seat pa...

Страница 222: ...ve source Z Eject Press to eject the CD DVD Disc See CD DVD Player on page 7 18 w Tuning Knob Turn to go to the next or previous frequency or disc track or chapter See CD DVD Player on page 7 18 or MP...

Страница 223: ...highlighted when a feature is available Alpha Numeric Keyboard Letters of the alphabet symbols punctuation and numbers when available displays on the navigation screen as an alpha or numeric keyboard...

Страница 224: ...assified as detailed is a limited guidance area Limited guidance streets are displayed on the map but route guidance may not be given on these streets Some POI categories such as the city center POI c...

Страница 225: ...on the map screen to scroll for a longer distance If you have used the scroll feature to scroll the map and the vehicle icon disappears off the screen press NAV to return to the current vehicle locati...

Страница 226: ...inal destination This symbol appears when the time to the destination is not available or while you are scrolling on the map The distance and time to destination symbol indicates the distance and the...

Страница 227: ...ading indicates the direction the vehicle is traveling Press this screen symbol to switch between Heading Up North Up and 3 D view modes Three dimensional 3 D view mode changes the appearance of the m...

Страница 228: ...ation 2 Press the desired franchise category 3 Press Search Selected Categories A list of franchises with location information will display POI Close to 1 Once a category has been selected press this...

Страница 229: ...rmation about Bluetooth calling see Bluetooth on page 7 81 OK Press to display the map screen Show POI Press to display or remove the POI icons from the map screen List all Categories Press to list al...

Страница 230: ...t advises of approaching exits Press this screen button to switch between dual screen and full screen which displays the entire route Auto Reroute When a destination is set but is off the planned rout...

Страница 231: ...ton displays a number This number represents the number of available cities Press this button to view the list and select a city 5 Once a city has been selected the Street name category is automatical...

Страница 232: ...is available for the street 6 Once the house number is selected the city name automatically populates If there is more than one city available for selection a list of cities display Select the city 7...

Страница 233: ...started See Getting Started on Your Route in this section for more information Point of Interest POI The Point of Interest POI destination entry method lets you select a destination from the POI list...

Страница 234: ...for Fastest Shortest or Other The system calculates and highlights the route 7 Press Start Guidance The route is now ready to be started See Getting Started on Your Route in this section for more info...

Страница 235: ...highlights the route 5 Press Start Guidance The route is now ready to be started See Getting Started on Your Route in this section for more information See Adding Destinations to the Address Book in t...

Страница 236: ...ss to enter the From Map destination entry method To use this destination entry method 1 Press DEST 2 Press A map screen displays with the scrolling symbol 3 Use 0 1 and press on the map to find the a...

Страница 237: ...ute preference for Fastest Shortest or Other The system calculates and highlights the route 8 Press Start Guidance The route is now ready to be started See Getting Started on Your Route in this sectio...

Страница 238: ...fuel in the vehicle becomes low a pop up displays Fuel is low Search for nearby Gas station 1 Press OK to show a list of nearby gas stations 2 Press GO next to the desired gas station for location inf...

Страница 239: ...entry Press Back the navigation system cancels your OnStar Destination Download and returns to the previous screen The downloaded address will not be added to the previous destinations Route Guidance...

Страница 240: ...rdinates is not available the GO and Map buttons gray out and routing will not be available Press the blue OnStar button for further assistance The Call button grays out when there is no phone number...

Страница 241: ...eview while in reverse or fast forward scroll r Fast Forward Scroll Press to scroll to the next stopover or to the final destination The u fast forward skip button changes to a fast speed fast forward...

Страница 242: ...te a stopover from the current route 1 Press DEST 2 Press Delete for the desired stopover to delete 3 The system displays a pop up confirmation message Press Yes to delete the stopover press No to can...

Страница 243: ...le position as a preset destination 1 Press Mark from the map screen to add the current vehicle position to the address book The Address Book screen appears 2 Press Name An alpha keyboard displays Ent...

Страница 244: ...u under AM FM Radio on page 7 9 for more information Radio Press CONFIG to enter the configure menu options then press CONFIG again repeatedly until Radio is selected or press the Radio screen button...

Страница 245: ...when calculating a planned route Allow Time and Seasonal Restricted Roads This feature allows the system to use time restricted and seasonal roads when calculating a planned route Edit Address Book H...

Страница 246: ...e four seconds to state the name The system will respond back with the name and prompt you to repeat the name for confirmation To delete an address book entry 1 Press CONFIG 2 Press the Nav screen but...

Страница 247: ...tion since the map database coverage will not have these roads on the DVD This path will be stored in the navigation system s memory see Previous Destination under Destination on page 7 50 for more in...

Страница 248: ...the service may be available in more cities in the future Visit www xmnavtraffic com for more details on local coverage A service fee is required in order to receive the XM NavTraffic service Turning...

Страница 249: ...raffic conditions display in the order of distance from the vehicle up to approximately 125 km 75 mi With a route planned the system defaults to list traffic events on your route Without a route plann...

Страница 250: ...e is moving 2 Select a traffic condition to get more detailed information of the event Options Press the Options screen button A Traffic Options menu displays Select the desired traffic related option...

Страница 251: ...pop up screens display With no route planned while on expressways Approaching Traffic Event without Avoid screen displays With route planned Traffic Event on Route screen displays If the Alert for App...

Страница 252: ...the traffic to update It may take up to two minutes before traffic in this new area can be received and displayed Traffic Event Display Categories The following are traffic condition categories and sy...

Страница 253: ...vent Icon with Back Screen More Press to display more of the traffic event description if the whole event does not fit in the given display Avoid This button is used to avoid the location of an event...

Страница 254: ...nt location to a new location from a list of 156 supported cities The display will then update the extended forecast for the new chosen location Press the Current Weather button located near the botto...

Страница 255: ...of the display Brightness Press or to increase or decrease the brightness of the screen _ Contrast Press or to increase or decrease the contrast of the screen Auto Automatic Press so the system can a...

Страница 256: ...Hours Press or to decrease or increase the hours Minutes Press or to decrease or increase the minutes 12 24 Format Select the 12 screen button for standard time select the 24 screen button for militar...

Страница 257: ...page 7 78 Vehicle Positioning At times the position of the vehicle on the map may be inaccurate due to one or more of the following reasons Road system has changed Vehicle is driving on slippery road...

Страница 258: ...topover if you are heading for a destination without passing through a set stopover The route prohibits the entry of a vehicle due to a regulation by time or season or any other regulation which may b...

Страница 259: ...l For example for the command Radio band select FM stating Radio FM or Radio select FM are both valid commands When the system recognizes the command the system does one of the following Perform the f...

Страница 260: ...topovers can be created Storing Voice Tags From the address book entry information page press the Add Voice tag screen button The system responds Name Please and you will have four seconds to record a...

Страница 261: ...Disc help Instructs the system to assist with CD and DVD commands Auxiliary Commands The following auxiliary commands can be accessed by clearly stating the commands exactly as they are written The c...

Страница 262: ...t all phones work with the in vehicle Bluetooth system See www gm com bluetooth for more information on compatible phones Voice Recognition The Bluetooth system uses voice recognition to interpret voi...

Страница 263: ...eted from the system Only one paired cell phone can be connected to the Bluetooth system at a time If multiple paired cell phones are within range of the system the system connects to the first availa...

Страница 264: ...ones were paired Depending on which cell phone you want to connect to you may have to use this command several times 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Bluetooth 3 Say Change phone If another...

Страница 265: ...n by the system to save a name tag for this number Using the Delete Command 1 Press and hold b g for two seconds 2 Say Delete 3 Say the name tag you want to delete Using the Delete All Name Tags Comma...

Страница 266: ...you want to dial After each digit is entered the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone After the last digit has been entered say Dial Once connected the person called will be heard...

Страница 267: ...The connection process can take up to two minutes after the ignition is turned to ON RUN Transferring Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone During a call with the audio in the vehicle 1 Pre...

Страница 268: ...n vehicle Bluetooth system it will be retained indefinitely This includes all saved name tags in the phone book and phone pairing information For information on how to delete this information see the...

Страница 269: ...cooling and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system The vehicle also has a flow through ventilation system described later in this section Climate Control with Heated and Cooled...

Страница 270: ...unterclockwise to increase or decrease the cabin temperature The display will show the temperature setting increasing or decreasing Set the passenger s temperature setting to match the driver temperat...

Страница 271: ...ange the fan to a selected speed Manual Operation You may manually adjust the air delivery mode or fan speed y 9 z Fan Control Press the up or down arrows to increase or decrease the fan speed Pressin...

Страница 272: ...perature indicator changes The passenger temperature will not be displayed If vent bi level or floor mode is selected again the climate control system displays the previous temperature settings Do not...

Страница 273: ...fan speed The recirculation mode can also be turned off by turning off the ignition Rear Window Defogger The rear window defogger uses a warming grid to remove fog from the rear window 1 Rear Window...

Страница 274: ...ose the louvers Operation Tips Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice snow or any other obstruction such as leaves The heater and defroster will work far better reducing the chance of fogging...

Страница 275: ...itions 9 24 Starting the Engine 9 25 Engine Heater 9 27 Retained Accessory Power RAP 9 27 Shifting Into Park 9 28 Shifting out of Park 9 29 Parking over Things That Burn 9 29 Active Fuel Management 9...

Страница 276: ...enacted laws regarding driver distraction Become familiar with the local laws in your area To avoid distracted driving always keep your eyes on the road hands on the wheel and mind on the drive Do not...

Страница 277: ...Safety Belts on page 3 10 Assume that other road users pedestrians bicyclists and other drivers are going to be careless and make mistakes Anticipate what they might do and be ready Allow enough follo...

Страница 278: ...ill be used when the brake is applied Once the power assist is used up it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push Steering Hydraulic Power Steering Your vehicle has hydrauli...

Страница 279: ...throttle causes the driving wheels to spin Defensive drivers avoid most skids by taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions and by not overdriving those conditions But skids are always poss...

Страница 280: ...ouncing and quick changes in direction can easily throw you out of position This could cause you to lose control and crash You and your passengers should always wear safety belts Before Driving Off Ro...

Страница 281: ...mits on page 9 16 Environmental Concerns Always use established trails roads and areas that have been set aside for public off road recreational driving and obey all posted regulations Do not damage s...

Страница 282: ...d straight down Use a low gear because the engine will work with the brakes to slow the vehicle and help keep the vehicle under control WARNING Heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brak...

Страница 283: ...wheels which could cause a downhill slide or a rollover Surface conditions can be a problem Loose gravel muddy spots or even wet grass can cause the tires to slip sideways downhill If the vehicle slip...

Страница 284: ...own Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only Driving in Water WARNING Driving through rushing water can be dangerous Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could drow...

Страница 285: ...ddles and deep standing or flowing water WARNING Wet brakes can cause crashes They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling to one side You could lose control of the vehicle Afte...

Страница 286: ...e vehicle well ventilated Keep the interior temperature cool Keep your eyes moving scan the road ahead and to the sides Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments often Hill and Mountain Roads...

Страница 287: ...n or grip Wet ice can occur at about 0 C 32 F when freezing rain begins to fall resulting in even less traction Avoid driving on wet ice or in freezing rain until roads can be treated with salt or san...

Страница 288: ...the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind to bring in fresh air Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel Adjust the climate control system to a setting that circulates the...

Страница 289: ...g above 55 km h 35 mph For information about using tire chains on the vehicle see Tire Chains on page 10 62 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out Turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area...

Страница 290: ...arranty For vehicles with recovery hooks at the front of the vehicle you can use them if you are stuck off road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving Vehicle Load Limits I...

Страница 291: ...door open you will find the label attached below the door lock post striker The tire and loading information label shows the number of occupant seating positions A and the maximum vehicle capacity wei...

Страница 292: ...e amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 lbs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely ex...

Страница 293: ...t Occupant Weight 91 kg 200 lbs 5 453 kg 1 000 lbs C Available Cargo Weight 0 kg 0 lbs Refer to your vehicle s tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle s capacity...

Страница 294: ...le or the GAWR for either the front or rear axle And if you do have a heavy load it should be spread out WARNING In the case of a sudden stop or collision things carried in the bed of your truck could...

Страница 295: ...like suitcases inside the vehicle so that some of them are above the tops of the seats Do not leave an unsecured child restraint in the vehicle When you carry something inside the vehicle secure it wh...

Страница 296: ...icle to maintain proper vehicle height The system is activated when the ignition key is turned to ON RUN and will automatically adjust vehicle height thereafter The system may exhaust lower vehicle he...

Страница 297: ...et new brake linings Do not tow a trailer during break in See Trailer Towing on page 9 61 for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information Following break in engine speed and lo...

Страница 298: ...If the vehicle must be shut off In an emergency 1 Brake using a firm and steady pressure Do not pump the brakes repeatedly This may deplete power assist requiring increased brake pedal force 2 Shift...

Страница 299: ...The transmission is also unlocked in this position on automatic transmission vehicles If you leave the key in the ACC ACCESSORY or ON RUN position with the engine off the battery could be drained You...

Страница 300: ...the key to the START position immediately after cranking has ended can overheat and damage the cranking motor and drain the battery Wait at least 15 seconds between each try to let the cranking motor...

Страница 301: ...ind of extension cord could overheat and cause a fire You could be seriously injured Plug the cord into a properly grounded three prong 110 volt AC outlet If the cord will not reach use a heavy duty t...

Страница 302: ...ld move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P Park with the parking brake firmly set And if you leave the vehicle with the engine running it could overheat and even catch fire You or others co...

Страница 303: ...lease is always functional except in the case of an uncharged or low voltage less than 9 volt battery If the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage try charging or jump startin...

Страница 304: ...NING Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide CO which cannot be seen or smelled Exposure to CO can cause unconsciousness and even death Exhaust may enter the vehicle if The vehicle idles in areas with...

Страница 305: ...le when the engine is running unless you have to If you have left the engine running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not move even when you are...

Страница 306: ...k on page 9 28 If you are pulling a trailer see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9 57 R Reverse Use this gear to back up Notice Shifting to R Reverse while the vehicle is moving forward...

Страница 307: ...ad conditions could result in skidding See Skidding under Loss of Control on page 9 5 M Manual Mode This position lets drivers select the range of gears appropriate for current driving conditions See...

Страница 308: ...rol DSC DSC controls the vehicle s transmission and vehicle speed while driving down hill or towing a trailer by allowing you to select a desired range of gears To use this feature do the following 1...

Страница 309: ...on page 9 42 Grade Braking The Grade Braking shift modes can be activated by pressing the button on the end of the shift control lever While in Range Selection Mode Grade Braking is deactivated allow...

Страница 310: ...ay ABS checks itself A momentary motor or clicking noise might be heard while this test is going on and it might even be noticed that the brake pedal moves a little This is normal If there is a proble...

Страница 311: ...lp more than even the very best braking Parking Brake Set the parking brake by holding the regular brake pedal down then pushing down the parking brake pedal If the ignition is on the brake system war...

Страница 312: ...ased or brake pedal pressure is quickly decreased Hill Start Assist HSA Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Hill Start Assist HSA feature which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade This f...

Страница 313: ...ay be heard or felt while it is working This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle The system should initialize before the vehicle reaches 32 km h 20 mph In some cases it may...

Страница 314: ...displayed on the DIC to warn the driver The vehicle will still have brake traction control when traction control is off but will not be able to use the engine speed management system See Traction Cont...

Страница 315: ...cceleration while turning or abrupt upshifts downshifts of the transmission When this happens a reduction in acceleration may be noticed or a noise or vibration may be heard This is normal If cruise c...

Страница 316: ...towing a trailer See Tow Haul Mode under Trailer Towing on page 9 61 for more information Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension is available on light duty vehicles and c...

Страница 317: ...n the brakes are applied the cruise control turns off This vehicle has a Hydra Matic 6 speed automatic transmission see Grade Braking under Tow Haul Mode on page 9 35 for an explanation of how cruise...

Страница 318: ...memory Once the vehicle speed reaches about 40 km h 25 mph or more press the RES button on the steering wheel The vehicle returns to the previous set speed and stays there Increasing Speed While Using...

Страница 319: ...When the brakes are manually applied the cruise control is disengaged Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise control To disengage cruise control step lightly on the brake pedal Pres...

Страница 320: ...F displays on the Driver Information Center DIC to indicate that URPA is off See Object Detection System Messages on page 5 32 Notice If you use URPA while the tailgate is lowered it may not detect an...

Страница 321: ...only the RVC screen or by using the screen during longer higher speed backing maneuvers or where there could be cross traffic Perceived distances may be different from actual distances Failure to use...

Страница 322: ...led to use the caution symbols If URPA has been disabled and the symbols have been turned on the Rear Parking Assist Symbols Unavailable error message may display See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page...

Страница 323: ...to enter the configure menu options then press the CONFIG hard key to select Display or touch the Display screen button 4 Select the Rear Camera Options screen button The Rear Camera Options screen di...

Страница 324: ...camera lens Clean the lens rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth The back of the vehicle is in an accident the position and mounting angle of the camera can change or the camera can be af...

Страница 325: ...ble knocking noise commonly referred to as spark knock might be heard If the octane is less than 87 you might notice a heavy knocking noise when you drive If this occurs use a gasoline rated at 87 oct...

Страница 326: ...r contact a major oil company that does business in the country where you will be driving Fuel Additives To provide cleaner air all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives...

Страница 327: ...ether the fuel contains MMT We recommend against the use of such gasolines Fuels containing MMT can reduce spark plug life and affect emission control system performance The malfunction indicator lamp...

Страница 328: ...ge in ethanol concentration E85 has less energy per liter gallon than gasoline so you will need to refill the fuel tank more often when using E85 than when you are using gasoline See Filling the Tank...

Страница 329: ...y full and is more likely in hot weather Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop Then unscrew the cap all the way Be careful not to spill fuel Do not top off or overfill the tank...

Страница 330: ...ould damage the fuel tank and emissions system See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 5 15 Filling a Portable Fuel Container WARNING Never fill a portable fuel container while it is in the vehicle Sta...

Страница 331: ...t points There are many different laws including speed limit restrictions having to do with trailering Make sure the rig will be legal not only where you live but also where you will be driving A good...

Страница 332: ...highest setting See Climate Control System in the Index For more information about Carbon Monoxide see Engine Exhaust on page 9 30 Towing a trailer requires a certain amount of experience The combina...

Страница 333: ...gnal bulbs burn out the arrows on the instrument panel will still flash for turns It is important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working Driving on Grades Reduce speed an...

Страница 334: ...ly in P Park with the parking brake firmly set The vehicle can roll If the engine has been left running the vehicle can move suddenly You or others could be injured To be sure the vehicle will not mov...

Страница 335: ...he vehicle read the information in Weight of the Trailer that appears later in this section Trailering is different than just driving the vehicle by itself Trailering means changes in handling acceler...

Страница 336: ...tance Offices Mexico on page 13 5 for more information Weight of the Trailer Tongue The tongue load A of any trailer is very important because it is also part of the vehicle weight The Gross Vehicle W...

Страница 337: ...e proper If they are not adjustments might be made by moving some items around in the trailer Total Weight on the Vehicle s Tires Be sure the vehicle s tires are inflated to the inflation pressures fo...

Страница 338: ...ontrols or refer to the trailer manufacturer s recommendations and instructions Weight Distributing Hitch Adjustment A Body to Ground Distance B Front of Vehicle When using a weight distributing hitch...

Страница 339: ...versal heavy duty trailer connector attached to the rear bumper beam next to the integrated trailer hitch The seven wire harness contains the following trailer circuits Yellow Left Stop Turn Signal Da...

Страница 340: ...and off the tow haul mode This indicator light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when the tow haul mode is on Tow Haul is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy...

Страница 341: ...to notify the driver to reduce speed If the trailer continues to sway StabiliTrak will reduce engine torque to help slow the vehicle See StabiliTrak System on page 9 39 for more information Adding non...

Страница 342: ...Black plate 68 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 9 68 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 343: ...Axle 10 28 Starter Switch Check 10 29 Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 10 30 Ignition Transmission Lock Check 10 30 Park Brake and P Park Mechanism Check 10 30 Wiper Blade Repl...

Страница 344: ...Genuine GM parts have one of these marks California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles including this one contain and or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and bir...

Страница 345: ...Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work WARNING You can be injured and the vehicle could be damaged if you try to do service work on a vehicle without knowing enough about it Be sure you have suffi...

Страница 346: ...t of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release near the center of the grille 3 Push the secondary hood release to the right 4 Lift the hood Before closing the hood be sure all the filler caps...

Страница 347: ...Black plate 5 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 Vehicle Care 10 5 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 348: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 10 6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 6 2L V8 Engine I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 349: ...er Automatic Transmission Fluid on page 10 11 G Engine Oil Fill Cap See When to Add Engine Oil under Engine Oil on page 10 8 H Engine Oil Dipstick Out of View See Checking Engine Oil under Engine Oil...

Страница 350: ...n page 10 6 for the location of the engine oil dipstick Obtaining an accurate oil level reading is essential 1 If the engine has been running recently turn off the engine and allow several minutes for...

Страница 351: ...ecification Notice Failure to use the recommended engine oil or equivalent can result in engine damage not covered by the vehicle warranty Check with your dealer or service provider on whether the oil...

Страница 352: ...e engine revolutions engine temperature and miles driven Based on driving conditions the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably For the oil life system to work properly the...

Страница 353: ...s suspected then use the following checking procedures to check the fluid level However if there is a large leak then it may be necessary to have the vehicle towed to a dealer and have it repaired bef...

Страница 354: ...s allow the vehicle to cool or operate the vehicle until the appropriate transmission fluid temperature is reached Cold Check Procedure Use this procedure only as a reference to determine if the trans...

Страница 355: ...temperature is between 71 C and 93 C 160 F and 200 F The hot check is the most accurate method to check the fluid level The hot check should be performed at the first opportunity in order to verify th...

Страница 356: ...in an accurate reading because of residual fluid draining down the dipstick tube If inconsistent readings persist check the transmission breather to be sure it is clean and not clogged If readings are...

Страница 357: ...should be taken to dislodge as little dirt as possible 4 Clean the engine air cleaner filter sealing surfaces and the housing 5 Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner filter 6 Reinstall the cover...

Страница 358: ...lant That could cause an engine fire and you could be burned Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle Notice Using coolant other than DEX COOL can cause premature engine heater core or radiator...

Страница 359: ...proper engine temperature Notice If an improper coolant mixture is used the engine could overheat and be badly damaged The repair cost would not be covered by the vehicle warranty Too much water in t...

Страница 360: ...coolant on hot engine parts Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough Do not spill coolant on a hot engine Notice This vehicle has a specific coolant fill p...

Страница 361: ...hat to stop A hiss means there is still some pressure left 2 Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it 3 Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the FULL COLD mark 4 With the c...

Страница 362: ...29 and Engine Power Messages on page 5 31 If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears but instead get service help right away See Roadside Service U S and Canada on page 13...

Страница 363: ...the Engine Compartment The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message along with a low coolant condition can indicate a serious problem If there is an engine overheat w...

Страница 364: ...amage In this mode a loss in power and engine performance will be noticed This operating mode allows the vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency Driving extended distances and or towing a...

Страница 365: ...tment cool down 2 Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean 3 Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag 4 Replace the cap and completely tighten it 5 Remove the cap again and look a...

Страница 366: ...other parts of the washer system Also water does not clean as well as washer fluid Fill the washer fluid tank only three quarters full when it is very cold This allows for fluid expansion if freezing...

Страница 367: ...to be of top quality and work well together if the vehicle is to have really good braking The vehicle was designed and tested with top quality brake parts When parts of the braking system are replaced...

Страница 368: ...page 5 18 Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check the brake fluid See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 Checking Brake Fluid Check brake fluid by looking at the brake fluid reser...

Страница 369: ...lated accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Vehicle Storage WARNING Batteries have acid...

Страница 370: ...fluid loss could indicate a problem Have it inspected and repaired How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level surface A Fill Plug B Drain Plug When the differen...

Страница 371: ...s been stationary for an hour or two Remember that the rear axle assembly must be supported to get a true reading How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading the vehicle should be on a level sur...

Страница 372: ...tely if the vehicle begins to move 3 With the engine off turn the ignition on but do not start the engine Without applying the regular brake try to move the shift lever out of P Park with normal effor...

Страница 373: ...is required Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or cracking See Maintenance Schedule on page 11 3 Replacement blades come in different types and are removed i...

Страница 374: ...flat surface Have all four tires on a level surface which is level all the way to the wall or other flat surface Be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or other flat surface Not have any snow ic...

Страница 375: ...ront of the headlamp not being adjusted This allows only the beam of light from the headlamp being adjusted to be seen on the flat surface 7 Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws which are under...

Страница 376: ...icle may have HID headlamps After an HID headlamp bulb has been replaced you may notice that the beam is a slightly different shade than it was originally This is normal Taillamps Turn Signal Sidemark...

Страница 377: ...mp 7441 License Plate Lamp 168 Sidemarker Lamp 194LL Stoplamp Taillamp Turn Signal Lamp 3057K For replacement bulbs not listed here contact your dealer Electrical System Electrical System Overload The...

Страница 378: ...cuits in the 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 Look...

Страница 379: ...Black plate 37 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 Vehicle Care 10 37 I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 380: ...Front Washer Fuses Usage 8 Oxygen Sensors 9 Antilock Brake System 2 10 Trailer Back up Lamps 11 Driver Side Low Beam Headlamp 12 Engine Control Module Battery 13 Fuel Injectors Ignition Coils Right Si...

Страница 381: ...em Theft Deterrent System 36 Windshield Wiper 37 SEO B2 Upfitter Usage Battery 38 Electric Adjustable Pedals 39 Climate Controls Battery 40 Airbag System Ignition 41 Amplifier 42 Audio System 43 Misce...

Страница 382: ...rakes 64 Left Bussed Electrical Center 1 65 Electric Running Boards 66 Not Used 67 Transfer Case 68 Stud 1 Trailer Connector Battery Power 69 Mid Bussed Electrical Center 1 70 Climate Control Blower 7...

Страница 383: ...driver side edge of the instrument panel Pull off the cover to access the fuse block The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses relays and features shown Fuses Usage 1 Rear Seats 2 Rear Acc...

Страница 384: ...5 Body Control Module BCM 16 Accessory Power Outlets 17 Interior Lamps 18 Power Door Lock 1 Unlock Feature 19 Rear Seat Entertainment 20 Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist Power Liftgate 21 Power Door Loc...

Страница 385: ...arness Connector 2 BODY 1 Body Harness Connector 1 BODY 3 Body Harness Connector 3 HEADLINER 3 Headliner Harness Connector 3 HEADLINER 2 Headliner Harness Connector 2 HEADLINER 1 Headliner Harness Con...

Страница 386: ...ssure should be checked when the tires are cold Overinflated tires are more likely to be cut punctured or broken by a sudden impact such as when hitting a pothole Keep tires at the recommended pressur...

Страница 387: ...r vehicle tire sidewall Passenger P Metric Tire A Tire Size The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire s width height aspect ratio construction type an...

Страница 388: ...er P Metric Tire The United States version of a metric tire sizing system The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U S Tir...

Страница 389: ...e tire onto the rim Bias Ply Tire A pneumatic tire in which the plies are laid at alternate angles less than 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread Cold Tire Pressure The amount of air pressure in...

Страница 390: ...uction options weight Normal Occupant Weight The number of occupants a vehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg 150 lbs See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 16 Occupant Distribution Designated sea...

Страница 391: ...cedures The ratings are molded into the sidewall of the tire See Uniform Tire Quality Grading on page 10 59 Vehicle Capacity Weight The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 68 kg 150 l...

Страница 392: ...t forget the spare tire if the vehicle has one SeeFull Size Spare Tire on page 10 75 for additional information How to Check Use a good quality pocket type gauge to check tire pressure Proper tire inf...

Страница 393: ...sure on page 10 49 Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor System TPMS uses radio and sensor technology to check tire pressure levels The TPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in your t...

Страница 394: ...wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacem...

Страница 395: ...Information label and its location Also see Tire Pressure on page 10 49 The TPMS can warn about a low tire pressure condition but it does not replace normal tire maintenance See Tire Inspection on pag...

Страница 396: ...n and stay on TPMS Sensor Matching Process Each TPMS sensor has a unique identification code The identification code needs to be matched to a new tire wheel position after rotating the vehicle s tires...

Страница 397: ...CK OFF 10 Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label Tire Inspection We recommend that the tires including the spare tire if the ve...

Страница 398: ...ecifications on page 12 2 WARNING Rust or dirt on a wheel or on the parts to which it is fastened can make wheel nuts become loose after time The wheel could come off and cause an accident When changi...

Страница 399: ...m direct sunlight to slow aging This area should be free of grease gasoline or other substances that can deteriorate rubber Parking for an extended period can cause flat spots on the tires that may re...

Страница 400: ...res on all wheels This vehicle may have a different size spare than the road tires originally installed on the vehicle When new the vehicle included a spare tire and wheel assembly with a similar over...

Страница 401: ...used there may not be an acceptable level of performance and safety if tires not recommended for those wheels are selected This increases the chance of a crash and serious injury Only use GM specific...

Страница 402: ...elative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in...

Страница 403: ...o be rebalanced See your dealer for proper diagnosis Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent cracked or badly rusted or corroded If wheel nuts keep coming loose the wheel wheel bolts and whee...

Страница 404: ...l them on the rear tires If a Tire Goes Flat It is unusual for a tire to blow out while driving especially if the tires are maintained properly If air goes out of a tire it is much more likely to leak...

Страница 405: ...the road if possible Turn on the hazard warning flashers See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6 7 WARNING Changing a tire can be dangerous The vehicle can slip off the jack and roll over or fall causi...

Страница 406: ...cket 2 Turn the jack knob B on the jack counterclockwise to release the jack E from the mounting bracket F 3 Turn the wing nut C counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks A attached to the jack E Pl...

Страница 407: ...ire lock J 2 To remove the spare tire lock insert the ignition key turn it clockwise and pull it straight out 3 Assemble the two jack handle extensions I and wheel wrench H as shown 4 Insert the open...

Страница 408: ...cable closer to assist in reaching the spare tire 7 Tilt the tire with slack in the cable to access the tire wheel retainer Separate the retainer from the guide pin by sliding the retainer up the pin...

Страница 409: ...ently pry the cap out 3 Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts Do not remove the wheel nuts yet Jacking Locations Overall Vie...

Страница 410: ...Attach the jack handle to the jack A Position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire near the front body mount as shown Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle Raise the vehicle far e...

Страница 411: ...owever use a scraper or wire brush later to remove all rust or dirt 7 Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts mounting surfaces and spare wheel 8 Install the spare tire WARNING Never use oil or g...

Страница 412: ...or the wheel nut torque specification 12 Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise When reinstalling the regular wheel and tire also reinstall the...

Страница 413: ...H Wheel Wrench I Jack Handle Extension s J Spare Tire Lock 1 Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to the rear 2 Tilt the tire Separate the tire w...

Страница 414: ...until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice The cable cannot be overtighten 7 Make sure the tire is stored securely Push pull A and then try to turn B the tire If the tire moves use the wheel wre...

Страница 415: ...nstructions listed next To release the spare tire from the secondary latch 1 Check under the vehicle to see if the cable end is visible If the cable is not visible proceed to Step 6 2 If it is visible...

Страница 416: ...e jack and place it with the wheel blocks under the vehicle toward the front of the rear bumper 9 Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire 10 Turn the wrench clock...

Страница 417: ...s soon as you can You will not be able to store a spare or flat tire using the hoist assembly until it has been inspected and or replaced To continue changing the flat tire see Removing the Flat Tire...

Страница 418: ...not work and it could damage the vehicle 1 Check the other vehicle It must have a 12 volt battery with a negative ground system Notice Only use a vehicle that has a 12 volt system with a negative grou...

Страница 419: ...ould save the radio 4 Open the hood on the other vehicle and locate the positive and negative terminal locations on that vehicle Your vehicle has a remote positive jump starting terminal and a remote...

Страница 420: ...dd water to take care of that first If you do not explosive gas could be present Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you Do not get it on you If you accidentally get it in your eyes or on your s...

Страница 421: ...hicle has one Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step The other end of the negative cable does not go to the dead battery It goes to a heavy unpainted metal engine part or to the r...

Страница 422: ...tery 4 Disconnect the red positive cable from the other vehicle 5 Return the remote positive terminal cover if the vehicle has one to its original position Towing Towing the Vehicle Notice To avoid da...

Страница 423: ...lly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels up on a device known as a dolly Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing All Wheel Drive Vehicles Notice Towing an all wheel drive v...

Страница 424: ...stain Dry the finish with a soft clean chamois or an all cotton towel to avoid surface scratches and water spotting Finish Care Application of aftermarket clearcoat sealant wax materials is not recomm...

Страница 425: ...d detergent Wash the windshield thoroughly when cleaning the blades Bugs road grime sap and a buildup of vehicle wash wax treatments may cause wiper streaking Replace the wiper blades if they are worn...

Страница 426: ...Steering Suspension and Chassis Components Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged loose or missing parts or signs of wear Inspect power steering lines and hoses for...

Страница 427: ...Use cleaners specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned to prevent permanent damage To prevent overspray apply all cleaners directly to the cleaning cloth Cleaners should be removed quickly...

Страница 428: ...o vacuuming To clean 1 Saturate a clean lint free colorfast cloth with water or club soda Microfiber cloth is recommended to prevent lint transfer to the fabric or carpet 2 Remove excess moisture by g...

Страница 429: ...especially on the instrument panel Reflected glare can decrease visibility through the windshield under certain conditions Notice Use of air fresheners may cause permanent damage to plastics and pain...

Страница 430: ...lowing guidelines for proper floor mat usage The original equipment floor mats were designed for the vehicle If the floor mats need replacing it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchase...

Страница 431: ...Records 11 15 General Information Your vehicle is an important investment This section describes the required maintenance for the vehicle Follow this schedule to help protect against major repair exp...

Страница 432: ...e vehicles maintenance needs vary There may need to be more frequent checks and services The Additional Required Services Normal are for vehicles that Carry passengers and cargo within recommended lim...

Страница 433: ...or system Tire rotation every 12 000 km 7 500 mi Engine air cleaner filter replacement Passenger compartment air filter replacement Multi point vehicle inspection MPVI performed by a qualified technic...

Страница 434: ...Required Services Every 12 000 km 7 500 mi Rotate the tires if recommended for the vehicle and perform the following services See Tire Rotation on page 10 55 Check engine oil level and oil life percen...

Страница 435: ...ch See Starter Switch Check on page 10 29 Check automatic transmission shift lock control function See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check on page 10 30 Check ignition transmissio...

Страница 436: ...Black plate 6 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 11 6 Service and Maintenance I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 437: ...as needed b Or every four years whichever comes first c Do not directly power wash the transfer case output seals High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid Con...

Страница 438: ...Black plate 8 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 11 8 Service and Maintenance I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 439: ...whichever comes first Inspect for fraying excessive cracking or damage replace if needed Special Application Services Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km 3...

Страница 440: ...approved fluids protect the vehicle s systems and components See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 12 for GM approved fluids Engine oil and windshield washer fluid levels should be checked...

Страница 441: ...p keep the vehicle looking like new vehicle care products are available from your dealer For information on how to clean and protect the vehicle s interior and exterior see Interior Care on page 10 85...

Страница 442: ...kable water and use only DEX COOL Coolant See Engine Coolant on page 10 16 Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid GM Part No 12377967 in Canada 89021320 Windshield Washer Optikleen Washer...

Страница 443: ...Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Multi Purpose Lubricant Superlube GM Part No 12346241 in Canada 10953474 Weatherstrip Condi...

Страница 444: ...lacement parts identified below by name part number or specification can be obtained from your dealer Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner Filter 15908916 A3086C Oil Filter 89017...

Страница 445: ...ds After the scheduled services are performed record the date odometer reading who performed the service and the type of services performed in the boxes provided Retain all maintenance receipts Date O...

Страница 446: ...Black plate 16 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 11 16 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 447: ...Black plate 17 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 Service and Maintenance 11 17 Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 448: ...Black plate 18 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 11 18 Service and Maintenance Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 449: ...de The VIN also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts labels and certificates of title and registration Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code This c...

Страница 450: ...tem refrigerant charge amount see the refrigerant label located under the hood See your dealer for more information Cooling System 16 0 L 16 9 qt Engine Oil with Filter 5 7 L 6 0 qt Fuel Tank 119 2 L...

Страница 451: ...ac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 Technical Data 12 3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 6 2LV8 F Automatic 1 01 mm 0 040 in Engine Drive Belt Routing I n f o r m a t i...

Страница 452: ...Black plate 4 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 12 4 Technical Data 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 453: ...rnment 13 18 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors 13 19 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy 13 19 Event Data Recorders 13 19 OnStar 13 20 Navigation System 13 2...

Страница 454: ...e to remain unsatisfied after following the procedure outlined in Steps One and Two you can file with the Better Business Bureau BBB Auto Line Program to enforce your rights The BBB Auto Line Program...

Страница 455: ...dvantages over courts in most jurisdictions because it is informal quick and free of charge For further information concerning eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP call to...

Страница 456: ...pport if needed STEP THREE If your case is not resolved in a reasonable amount of time by your dealer please call the General Motors Customer Assistance Center CAC and provide the following informatio...

Страница 457: ...s de Mexico S de R L de C V Customer Assistance Center Av Ejercito Nacional 843 Col Granada C P 11520 Mexico D F 01 800 466 0805 Long Distance 011 52 53 29 0805 Customer Assistance Offices Mexico To c...

Страница 458: ...M Cardmember Services Earnings summaries Other Helpful Links Cadillac www cadillac com Cadillac Merchandise www cadillaccollection com Help Center www cadillac com pages mds helpcenter faq do FAQ Freq...

Страница 459: ...U S only call 1 888 889 2438 Service is available 24 hours a day 365 days a year Calling for Service When calling Roadside Service have the following information ready Your name home address and home...

Страница 460: ...vered by the warranty Battery Jump Start Service to jump start a dead battery Trip Routing Service Detailed maps of North America are provided when requested either with the most direct route or the m...

Страница 461: ...lternative Service If assistance cannot be provided right away the Roadside Service advisor may give you permission to get local emergency road service You will receive payment up to 100 after sending...

Страница 462: ...ces Dealership Location Assistance Information regarding addresses and telephone numbers for Cadillac dealers Emergency Towing Tow to the nearest dealer for warranty service if the vehicle cannot be d...

Страница 463: ...ntary Transportation If you prefer to continue your trip to the intended destination or return to your place of residence and the trip requires more than eight hours driving on the road transportation...

Страница 464: ...terms and conditions of the Roadside Assistance program Any damage to the vehicle without intent derived from the services provided Cost of towing a trailer when choosing a Cadillac dealer that is nea...

Страница 465: ...rtrain and or hybrid specific warranties in both the U S and Canada Several Courtesy Transportation options are available to assist in reducing inconvenience when warranty repairs are required Courtes...

Страница 466: ...nd the completion of the repair It may not be possible to provide a like vehicle as a courtesy rental Additional Program Information All program options such as shuttle service may not be available at...

Страница 467: ...epair facility that meets your needs before you ever need collision repairs Your dealer may have a collision repair center with GM trained technicians and state of the art equipment or be able to reco...

Страница 468: ...he Vehicle Damage Repair Process In the event that the vehicle requires damage repairs GM recommends that you take an active role in its repair If you have a pre determined repair facility of choice t...

Страница 469: ...icle The Owner Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models In Portfolio Includes a Portfolio Owner Manual and Warranty Booklet RETAIL SELL PRICE 35 00 U S plus handling and shipping fees W...

Страница 470: ...owever NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or General Motors To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424...

Страница 471: ...braking to help the driver control the vehicle These modules may store data to help your dealer technician service the vehicle Some modules may also store data about how you operate the vehicle such a...

Страница 472: ...vehicle owner or if the vehicle is leased with the consent of the lessee in response to an official request by police or similar government office as part of GM s defense of litigation through the dis...

Страница 473: ...with any other GM system containing personal information Radio Frequency Statement This vehicle has systems that operate on a radio frequency that comply with Part 15 of the Federal Communications Co...

Страница 474: ...Black plate 22 1 Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual 2012 13 22 Customer Information 2 NOTES I n f o r m a t i o nP r o v i d e db y...

Страница 475: ...f the status light is Solid Green System is ready Flashing Green On a call Red Indicates a problem Push Q or call 1 888 4 ONSTAR 1 888 466 7827 to speak to an Advisor Push X to Make a call end a call...

Страница 476: ...tions Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance Remote Ignition Block and Roadside Assistance if the vehicle is equipped with these services OnStar can unlock the vehicle doors...

Страница 477: ...ye Exits voice commands Get My Destination 1 Push X System responds OnStar ready then a tone 2 Say Get my destination System responds with miles to the destination then responds with OnStar ready then...

Страница 478: ...sponds Please say the number you would like to store 3 Say the entire number without pausing System responds Please say the name tag 4 Pick a name tag System responds About to store name tag Does that...

Страница 479: ...to an Advisor as soon as possible after acquiring the vehicle The Advisor will update vehicle records and will explain the OnStar service offers and options available How OnStar Service Works Automati...

Страница 480: ...on or jamming See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13 21 for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission FCC rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS GEN 210 220 310 Service...

Страница 481: ...continuously for five days After five days OnStar can contact Roadside Assistance and a locksmith to help gain access to the vehicle Global Positioning System GPS Obstruction of the GPS can occur in...

Страница 482: ...ate if the battery is discharged or disconnected Add on Electrical Equipment The OnStar system is integrated into the electrical architecture of the vehicle Do not add any electrical equipment See Add...

Страница 483: ...gs 3 21 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator 5 14 Readiness Light 5 13 Servicing Airbag Equipped Vehicles 3 30 System Check 3 19 Alarm System Anti theft 2 16 All Wheel Drive 10 27 9 36 AM FM Radio 7 9 A...

Страница 484: ...Signal Sidemarker Stoplamps and Backup Lamps 10 34 Buying New Tires 10 57 C Calibration 5 5 California Fuel Requirements 9 52 Perchlorate Materials Requirements 10 2 Warning 10 2 Camera Rear Vision 9...

Страница 485: ...Service Publications Ordering Information 13 17 Customer Satisfaction Procedure 13 1 13 3 D Damage Repair Collision 13 14 Danger Warnings and Cautions iv Data Recorders Event 13 19 Database Coverage...

Страница 486: ...m 10 16 Cooling System Messages 5 29 Drive Belt Routing 12 3 Exhaust 9 30 Fan 10 22 Heater 9 27 Overheated Protection Operating Mode 10 22 Overheating 10 20 Power Messages 5 31 Pressure Light 5 21 Run...

Страница 487: ...Fuse Block 10 41 G Garage Door Opener 5 44 Programming 5 44 Gasoline Specifications 9 51 Gauges Engine Coolant Temperature 5 12 Fuel 5 11 Odometer 5 11 Speedometer 5 11 Tachometer 5 11 Trip Odometer 5...

Страница 488: ...6 K Key and Lock Messages 5 32 Keyless Entry Remote RKE System 2 3 Keys 2 2 L Labeling Tire Sidewall 10 45 Lamp Messages 5 32 Lamps Daytime Running DRL 6 5 Dome 6 9 Exterior Cargo 6 8 Exterior Control...

Страница 489: ...edule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 12 Malfunction Indicator Lamp 5 15 Manual Mode 9 34 Maps 7 44 Memory Features 1 8 Memory Seats 3 5 Menu Configure 7 64 Messages Airbag System 5 34 Anti theft...

Страница 490: ...rity 14 2 OnStar System 1 21 Ordering Service Publications 13 17 Outlets Power 5 7 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode 10 22 Overheating Engine 10 20 Overview Infotainment System 7 4 Overview...

Страница 491: ...rror Automatic Dimming 2 21 Reclining Seatbacks 3 4 Recommended Fuel 9 51 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 11 12 Records Maintenance 11 15 Recreational Vehicle Towing 10 81 Reimbursement Program GM M...

Страница 492: ...tment Front 3 3 Rear 3 8 Reclining Seatbacks 3 4 Secondary Latch System 10 73 Securing Child Restraints 3 47 3 49 Security Light 5 21 Vehicle 2 16 Security OnStar 14 2 Service Accessories and Modifica...

Страница 493: ...9 23 Time 5 7 Tires Buying New Tires 10 57 Chains 10 62 Changing 10 64 Designations 10 46 Different Size 10 59 Full Size Spare 10 75 If a Tire Goes Flat 10 62 Inflation Monitor System 10 52 Inspection...

Страница 494: ...mits 9 16 Messages 5 28 Personalization 5 36 Positioning 7 77 Reminder Messages 5 35 Remote Start 2 5 Security 2 16 Towing 10 80 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure 10 49 Vehicle Identification Service Parts I...

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