Cadillac 2006 Escalade - Manual

Front Seats Power Seats The power seat controls are located on the outboardedge of the front seats. Horizontal Control: This control adjusts the seatcushion. • Raise or lower the front of the seat by raising orlowering the forward edge of the control. Raiseor lower the rear of the seat by raising or...

To heat the entire seat, press the horizontal button withthe heated seat and seatback symbol. Press thebutton to cycle through the temperature settings of high,medium and low and to turn the heated seat off.Indicator lights will be lit to designate the level of heatselected: three for high, two for ...

To operate the heated and cooled seats, do thefollowing: 1. Press the red heat button (A) or the blue cool button (B). 2. Choose one of the following: I (Seatback Only): This can only be used for the heat feature. Press this button to heat the seatback andcycle through the heat settings of high, med...

{ CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Even if youbuckle up, your safety belts cannot do theirjob when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash,you could go into it, receiving neck or otherinjuries. The lap belt ca...

Each front head restraint can also be tilted forward tofour positions by pulling on it. A click will sound after each tilt position is reached. Pull the head restraint forward, past the last position, torelease it to the upright position. The rear seat head restraints are also adjustable up anddown,...

Extended Models The passenger’s side of both the second row 60/40 splitbench seat and the second row bucket seat has aneasy entry/exit feature. This makes it easy to get in andout of the third row seat. To operate the easy entry seat, do the following: 1. Lift the release lever on the outboard side ...

To operate the heated and cooled seats, do thefollowing: 1. Press the red heat button (A) or the blue cool button (B). 2. Choose one of the following: I (Seatback Only): This can only be used for the heat feature. Press this button to heat the seatback andcycle through the heat settings of high, med...

{ CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the person sitting there. Alwayspush and pull on the seatback to be sure it islocked. 6. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Bench Seat (Third Row) If your vehicle...

6. Pull up on the release lever labeled 1, located on the rear of the seatback, and then pull up on theseatback until it locks into the upright position. { CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the person sitting there. Alwa...

Installing the Bench Seat { CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, notproperly attached, or twisted will not providethe protection needed in a crash. The personwearing the belt could be seriously injured.After raising the rear seatback, always checkto be sure that the safety belts are pro...

5. Release the lever labeled 1, located on the rear of the seat, and pull the seatback up to return it to theupright position. { CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the person sitting there. Alwayspush and pull on the seat...

Safety Belts Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you shouldnot do with safety belts. { CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where he or she cannotwear a safety belt properly. If you are in acrash and you are ...

In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the lawsays to wear safety belts. Here is why: They work. You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do havea crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be soserious that even buckled up, a person w...

Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in anaccident — even one that is not your fault — youand your passengers can be hurt. Being a gooddriver does not protect you from things beyond yourcontrol, su...

Driver Position Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wearit properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” in the Index. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. T...

Center Rear Passenger Position Second Row — Lap-Shoulder Belt When you sit in the center position of a second rowbench seat, you have a lap-shoulder belt which worksthe same way as the rear outside seat positions.To learn how to wear this belt, see “Lap-Shoulder Belt”under Rear Outside Passenger Pos...

Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides Rear shoulder belt comfort guides may provide addedsafety belt comfort for older children who have outgrownbooster seats and for some adults. When installed ona shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the beltaway from the neck and head. There is one guide for each...

{ CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn may notprovide the protection needed in a crash. Theperson wearing the belt could be seriouslyinjured. The shoulder belt should go over theshoulder and across the chest. These parts ofthe body are best able to take belt restrainingforces. 4. Buckle,...

Child Restraints Older Children Older children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts. If you have the choice, a child should sit in a seat thathas a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint ashoulder belt can provide. Q: What is the proper way to wear safety...

{ CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the belt inthis way, in a crash the child might slide underthe belt. The belt’s force would then be appliedright on the child’s abdomen. That could ca...

{ CAUTION: The body structure of a young child is quiteunlike that of an adult or older child, for whomthe safety belts are designed. A young child’ship bones are still so small that the vehicle’sregular safety belt may not remain low on thehip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settleup around th...

Where to Put the Restraint Accident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat. Werecommend that child restraints be secured in a rearseat, including an infant riding in a rear-facing infantseat, a child riding in a forward-facing child seat ...

Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren (LATCH) Your vehicle has the LATCH system. The LATCHsystem holds a child restraint during driving or in acrash. This system is designed to make installation of achild restraint easier. The LATCH system usesanchors in the vehicle and attachments on the childrestr...

Top Tether Anchor A top tether (A, C) anchors the top of the child restraintto the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into thevehicle. The top tether attachment (B) on the childrestraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehiclein order to reduce the forward movement and rotationof the chi...

5. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shoulderbelt back into the retractor. If you are using aforward-facing child restraint, you may find it helpfulto use your knee to push down on the child...

Airbag System Your vehicle has a frontal airbag for the driver, a frontalairbag for the right front passenger, a side impactairbag for the driver, and a side impact airbag for theright front passenger. Frontal airbags are designed to help reduce the risk ofinjury from the force of an inflating front...

Where Are the Airbags? The driver’s frontal airbag is in the middle of thesteering wheel. The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in theinstrument panel on the passenger’s side. 1-76

{ CAUTION: If something is between an occupant and anairbag, the airbag might not inflate properly orit might force the object into that personcausing severe injury or even death. The pathof an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Donot put anything between an occupant and anairbag, and do not attac...

Frontal airbags may inflate at different crash speeds.For example: • If the vehicle hits a stationary object, the airbagscould inflate at a different crash speed than if thevehicle hits a moving object. • If the vehicle hits an object that deforms, theairbags could inflate at a different crash speed...

How Does an Airbag Restrain? In moderate to severe frontal or near frontal collisions,even belted occupants can contact the steering wheel orthe instrument panel. In moderate to severe sidecollisions, even belted occupants can contact the insideof the vehicle. The airbag supplements the protectionpr...

Passenger Sensing System If your rearview mirror has one of the indicators picturedin the following illustrations, your vehicle has apassenger sensing system. The indicator will be visiblewhen you turn your ignition key to START or RUN.The words ON and OFF or the symbol for on and off,will be visibl...

Q: Because I have a disability, I have to get myvehicle modified. How can I find out whetherthis will affect my advanced airbag system? A: Changing or moving any parts of the front seats,safety belts, the airbag sensing and diagnosticmodule (located under the driver’s seat), orthe inside rearview mi...

Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-28 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar ® and Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-28 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnSta...

Keys { CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or even make the vehicle move. Thechildren or others could be badly injured oreven killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehiclewith children. 2-3

Your vehicle has onedouble-sided key for theignition and door locks. If you ever lose your keys, your dealer will be able toassist you with obtaining replacements. In an emergency contact Cadillac Roadside Service ® . See Roadside Service on page 7-5 for more information. If you ever lock your keys ...

Matching Transmitter(s) to YourVehicle Each remote keyless entry transmitter is coded toprevent another transmitter from unlocking your vehicle.If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacement canbe purchased through your dealer. Remember to bringany remaining transmitters with you when you go toyo...

To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter,do the following: 1. Insert a thin object, such as a coin, in the slot between the covers of the transmitter housingnear the key ring hole. Remove the bottomby twisting the coin. 2. Remove and replace the battery with a three-volt CR2032 or equ...

Doors and Locks Door Locks { CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amoving vehicle. When a door is locked, thehandle will not open it. You increase thechance of being thrown out of the vehiclein a crash if the doors ar...

Power Door Locks The power door lockswitches are located onthe driver’s and frontpassenger’s armrests. Q (Lock): Remove the ignition key and press the lock symbol to lock all of the doors. If the delayed locking feature is on, the doors will notlock until five seconds after the last door is closed. ...

Programmable AutomaticDoor Locks Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock/unlockfeature which enables you to program your vehicle’spower door locks. You can program this feature throughthe Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC VehicleCustomization on page 3-63 for more information on DICpr...

Windows { CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heatand suffer permanent injuries or even deathfrom heat stroke. Never leave a child, ahelpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,especially with the wi...

Power Windows The controls for the power windows are located on thearmrest on each of the side doors. The switchesoperate the windows when the ignition is in RUN,ACCESSORY or while Retained Accessory Power(RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP)on page 2-17. The driver’s door also has a s...

Sun Visors Sun Visors with Slide Rod Your vehicle may have this feature. Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sunvisor from the center mount and slide it along therod from side-to-side to cover the driver or passengerside of the front window. Swing the sun visor to the sideto cover the...

See Delayed Locking on page 2-9 for additionalinformation. Close the door and the contenttheft-deterrent system will be activated. If a locked door is opened without using the remotekeyless entry transmitter or OnStar, if equipped with anactive subscription, the alarm will go off. Your vehicle’slamp...

Passlock ® Your vehicle is equipped with the Passlock ® theft-deterrent system. Passlock ® is a passive theft-deterrent system. Passlock ® enables fuel if the ignition lock cylinder is turned witha valid key. If a correct key is not used or the ignitionlock cylinder is tampered with, the fuel system...

Ignition Positions Use the key to turn the ignition switch to four differentpositions. A (LOCK): This position locks the ignition andtransmission. It is a theft-deterrent feature. You will onlybe able to remove the key when the ignition is turnedto LOCK. Notice: Using a tool to force the key from th...

Starting the Engine Your vehicle is equipped with Starter Motor Control.This feature assists in starting the engine and protectsthe electrical system. This feature may cause theengine to crank even after the ignition key is notin START. Move your shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).Your engine wi...

To Use the Engine Coolant Heater 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the electrical cord. The cord is located on the driver’s side of the enginecompartment, near the power steering fluidreservoir. 3. Plug it into a normal, grounded 110-volt AC outlet. { CAUTION: Plugging the cord int...

Tow/Haul Mode Your vehicle is equippedwith a tow/haul mode. Thebutton for this feature islocated on the end ofthe column shift lever. You can use this feature to assist when towing orhauling a heavy load. See “Tow/Haul Mode” underTowing a Trailer on page 4-53 for more information. The tow/haul mode ...

Torque Lock If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift yourvehicle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehiclemay put too much force on the parking pawl in thetransmission. You may find it difficult to pull the shiftlever out of PARK (P). This is called torque lock.To prevent torque loc...

Running the Engine While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if youever have to, here are some things to know. { CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate controlsystem off could allow dangerous exhaust intoyour vehicle. See the earlier caution underEngine Exhaust on page ...

Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirrorwith OnStar ® and Compass Your vehicle may have an automatic-dimming rearviewmirror with a compass and the OnStar ® system. There are three additional buttons for the OnStar ® system. See your dealer for more information on thesystem and how to subscribe to O...

To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the map. 2. Press and hold the on/off button for six seconds. Release the button when ZONE is displayed. Thenumber shown is the current zone number. 3. Scroll through the zone numbers that app...

Temperature and Compass Display Press the on/off button, located to the far left, briefly toturn the compass/temperature display on or off. If the display reads CAL, the compass needs to becalibrated. For more information, see “CompassCalibration” following. To adjust between Fahrenheit and Celsius,...

To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 2. Press and hold the on/off button until a Z and a zone number appears in the display. The compassis now in zone mode. 3. Keep pressing the on/off button until the des...

Outside Power Mirrors The controls are locatedon the driver’s doorarmrest. Move the upper selector switch to the left or right tochoose the mirror to be adjusted, then press the dots,located below the selector switch on the four-way controlpad, to adjust the direction of each mirror. The mirrors may...

Terms and conditions of the Subscription ServiceAgreement can be found at www.onstar.com orwww.onstar.ca. OnStar ® Services The OnStar ® Directions and Connections Plan is included on new vehicles for the first year from the dateof purchase. You can extend this plan beyond thefirst year to meet your...

This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) thisdevice must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesiredoperation of the device. Changes and modificat...

Gate Operator and CanadianProgramming Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmittersignals to time out or quit after several seconds oftransmission. This may not be long enough for UniversalHome Remote to pick up the signal during programming.Similarly, some U.S. gate operators are manufacturedt...

Reprogramming a Single UniversalHome Remote Button To program a device to Universal Home Remote usinga Universal Home Remote button previously trained,follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired Universal Home Remote button. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash...

To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you’re leaving,check now and then to make sure the luggage andcargo are still securely fastened. Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. • If small heavy objects are placed on the roof cut apiece of 3/8 inch plywood to fit inside the crossrailsand siderails to spr...

Cargo Cover { CAUTION: An improperly stored cargo cover could bethrown about the vehicle during a collision orsudden maneuver. You or others could beinjured. If you remove the cover, always storeit in the proper storage location. When you putit back, always be sure that it is securelyreattached. If ...

Cargo Tie Downs Your vehicle may beequipped with cargo tiedowns in the rearcargo area that allow youto strap cargo in andkeep it from moving insidethe vehicle. When not using the tie downs, flip them down out ofthe way. Sunroof Your vehicle may be equipped with a power slidingsunroof. To open or clo...

If a hand, arm, or other object is blocking the sunroofglass panel as it is closing, the glass panel will stopat the obstruction. After the obstruction is removed, theglass panel can be closed or opened. Use care not to leave the sunroof open for long periodsof time as debris may collect in the trac...

To store the settings, do the following: 1. While the vehicle is in PARK (P), adjust the driver’s seat, including the seatback recliner, lumbar, andside wing area, both of the outside mirrors, and thethrottle and brake pedals to your preference. 2. Press and hold the 1 or 2 button of the memory cont...

To tilt the wheel, hold the steering wheel and pull thelever. Move the steering wheel to a comfortablelevel, then release the lever to lock the wheel in place. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever The lever on the left side of the steering columnincludes the following: • G Turn and Lane Change Signals. T...

Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) andtwo downward (for left) positions. These positions allowyou to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down.When the turn is finished, the lever will returnautomatically. To signal a...

Rear Window Wiper/Washer { CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washeruntil the windshield is warmed. Otherwise thewasher fluid can form ice on the windshield,blocking your vision. If your vehicle has a rearwindow washer/wiper, thisknob is located on theinstrument panel to the leftof the st...

Cruise Control 9 (Off): This position turns the system off. R (On): This position activates the system. + (Resume/Accelerate): Push the lever to this symbolto make the vehicle accelerate or resume to apreviously set speed. T (Set): Press this button to set the speed. With cruise control, you can mai...

Setting Cruise Control { CAUTION: If you leave your cruise control on when youare not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go into cruise when you do not want to.You could be startled and even lose control.Keep the cruise control switch off until youwant to use cruise control. 1. Move the cruise ...

The cruise control will turn off automatically if thetraction control system or StabiliTrak ® system activate, if your vehicle is equipped with either feature. Erasing Speed Memory When you turn off the cruise control or the ignition, yourcruise control set speed memory is erased. Exterior Lamps The...

2 (Headlamps): Turn the control to this position to turn on the headlamps, together with the previouslylisted lamps and lights. When the vehicle is turned off and the headlamps are inAUTO, the headlamps may automatically remain onfor a set time. You can change this delay time using theDIC. See Drive...

Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside and the headlampswitch is in AUTO, your automatic headlamp system willturn on your headlamps at the normal brightnessalong with other lamps such as the taillamps,sidemarker, parking lamps, roof marker lamps and theinstrument panel lights. The ...

{ CAUTION: Even with the Ultrasonic Rear Park Assistsystem, the driver must check carefully beforebacking up. The system does not operateabove typical backing speeds of 3 mph(5 km/h) while parking. And, the system doesnot detect objects that are more than 5 feet(1.5 meters) behind the vehicle. So, u...

Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter The front ashtray and lighter are located in the centerconsole near the cupholders, if equipped. Press onthe access door to open it and use the ashtrayand lighter. Notice: If you put papers, pins, or other flammableitems in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or othersmoking...

Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate ControlSystem With this system, you can control the heating, coolingand ventilation in your vehicle. You can select different climate control settings for thedriver and passengers. Driver’s Side Temperature Knob The driver’s side knob is used to adjust the tem...

Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation isactive the system will control the inside temperature, theair delivery, and the fan speed. Use the steps below to place the entire system inautomatic mode: 1. Press the AUTO button. When AUTO is selected, the display will change toshow...

To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, thesystem will delay turning on the fan until warm air isavailable. The length of delay depends on theengine coolant temperature. Pressing the fan switchwill override this delay and change the fan to aselected speed. 9 (Off): Press this button to turn off t...

On cool, but sunny days while using manual operationof the automatic system, use bi-level to deliver warmair to the floor and cooler air to the instrumentpanel outlets. To warm or cool the air delivered, turn thetemperature knob to the desired setting. In AUTO mode the system will cool and dehumidif...

Rear Window Defogger The lines you see on the rear window warm the glass.The rear window defogger uses a warming grid toremove fog from the rear window. < (Rear): Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light in the buttonwill come on to let you know that the re...

Rear Climate Control System With this system the front or rear passengers cancontrol the air temperature, air flow and fan speed forthe rear seat passengers. The front overhead consoleand the rear controls are used to adjust the climate. Driver Overhead Control AUX: Turn the knob, located on the lef...

Rear Passenger Console Control To use the rear climate control from the rear passengerposition, use the rear passenger console control. Thedriver overhead control fan knob must be set to the AUXposition. The rear seat controls have the following settings: O (On/Off): Press this button to turn the re...

Instrument Panel Cluster Your instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know howfast you’re going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you’ll need to know to drive safely andeconomically. United States version shown, Canada si...

Airbag Readiness Light There is an airbag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows the airbag symbol. The systemchecks the airbag’s electrical system for malfunctions.The light tells you if there is an electrical problem.The system check includes the airbag sensors, theairbag modules, the...

Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If your vehicle has a passenger sensing system,your rearview mirror will have a passenger airbag statusindicator. When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START, thepassenger airbag status indicator will light ON andOFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several se...

You can only drive for a short time with the reading ineither warning zone. If you must drive, turn off allunnecessary accessories. Readings in either warning zone indicate a possibleproblem in the electrical system. Have the vehicleserviced as soon as possible. Brake System Warning Light With the i...

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle isworking. During a majority of the operation, the gagewill read 210°F (100°C) or less. If you are pulling a loador going up hills, it is normal for the temperature ...

Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light Your vehicle is equippedwith a computer whichmonitors operation of thefuel, ignition, and emissioncontrol systems. This system is called OBD II (On-BoardDiagnostics-Second Generation) and is intended toassure that emissions are at acceptable levels for t...

Emissions Inspection and MaintenancePrograms Some state/provincial and local governments have ormay begin programs to inspect the emission controlequipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass thisinspection could prevent you from getting a vehicleregistration. Here are some things you need to know to h...

A reading in the low pressure zone may be caused by adangerously low oil level or some other problemcausing low oil pressure. Check your oil as soon aspossible. See DIC Warnings and Messages onpage 3-54. { CAUTION: Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. Ifyou do, your engine can become so h...

Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) display is locatedon the instrument panel cluster, below the speedometer.The DIC buttons are located on the steering wheel.The DIC can display information such as the tripodometer, fuel economy, customization features, andwarning/st...

Trip Information Button 3 (Trip Information): Press the trip information button to scroll through the ODOMETER, TRIP A,TRIP B, TIRE PRESSURES, TIMER, and ENGINEHOURS. Odometer: Press the trip information button untilODOMETER appears on the display. This mode showsthe total distance the vehicle has b...

Timer: The DIC can be used as a timer. Press theselect button while TIMER is displayed to start the timer.The display will show the amount of time that haspassed since the timer was last reset, not including timethe ignition is off. Time will continue to be counted aslong as the ignition is on, even...

DIC Warnings and Messages Warning messages are displayed on the DriverInformation Center (DIC) to notify the driver that thestatus of the vehicle has changed and that some actionmay be needed by the driver to correct the condition.If there is more than one message that needs tobe displayed they will...

SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM On some vehicles, if there is a problem with the batterycharging system, this message will appear on theDIC. Under certain conditions, the charging system lightmay also turn on in the instrument panel cluster. SeeCharging System Light on page 3-38. The batterywill not be char...

STABILITY SYS (System) DISABLED The STABILITY SYS DISABLED message will turn onwhen you press the StabiliTrak ® button, or when the stability control has been automatically disabled. There are four conditions that can cause this messageto appear. • One condition is overheating, which could occur ifS...

TRANS (Transmission) HOT IDLEENGINE Notice: If you drive your vehicle while thetransmission fluid is overheating and thetransmission temperature warning is displayed onthe instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, youcan damage the transmission. This could lead tocostly repairs that would not be covered ...

If the vehicle has the Tow/Haul mode, use this feature ifthe transmission is operating at higher temperaturesand/or the following situations exist, which can cause thetransmission to operate at higher temperatures: • Towing a trailer • Hot outside air temperatures • Hauling a large or heavy load • O...

DOOR LOCK DELAY: ON: The doors will not lock untilfive seconds after the last door or the liftgate isclosed. You will hear three chimes to signal that thedelayed locking feature is in use. You can temporarilyoverride delayed locking by pressing the lock buttonon the door or the remote keyless entry ...

UNLOCK FEEDBACK: HORN: The horn will chirp thesecond time you press the button with the unlocksymbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter. UNLOCK FEEDBACK: BOTH: The parking lamps willflash each time you press the button with the unlocksymbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter and thehorn wi...

Display Units Press the customization button until DISPLAY UNITSappears in the display. To select English or metric, pressthe select button while DISPLAY UNITS is displayedon the DIC. Pressing the select button will scroll throughthe following choices: • DISPLAY UNITS: ENGLISH • DISPLAY UNITS: METRI...

Here are some ways in which you can help avoiddistraction while driving. While your vehicle is parked: • Familiarize yourself with all of its controls. • Familiarize yourself with its operation. • Set up your audio system by presetting yourfavorite radio stations, setting the tone, andadjusting the ...

Radio with Cassette and CD Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS).RDS features are available for use only on FM stationsthat broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: • Seek to stations broadcasting the selected type ofprogramming • Receive ...

Playing the Radio PWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system onand off. o VOL p (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume. INFO (Information): When the ignition is off, press thisknob to display the time. For RDS, press the INFO knob to change what appearson the display whi...

XM™ Radio Messages Radio Display Message Condition Action Required XL (Explicit LanguageChannels) XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates content withexplicit language. These channels, or any others, can be blocked at acustomer’s request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696). Updating U...

Playing a Cassette Tape The tape player is built to work best with tapes that areup to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapeslonger than that are so thin they may not work well inthis player. The longer side with the tape visible shouldface to the right. If you hear nothing or hear a garbledsound...

Playing a CD Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing. Ifyou want to insert a CD with the ignition off, firstpress the eject button or the INFO knob. If the ignition or radio is turned off with the CD in theplayer, it will stay in th...

CD Messages If the CD comes out, it could be for one of the followingreasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns tonormal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When theroad becomes smoother, the CD should play. • The CD is dirty, scratched, wet, or upside down. • T...

Navigation/Radio System Your vehicle may have a navigation radio system. The navigation system has built-in features intended tominimize driver distraction. Technology alone, nomatter how advanced, can never replace your ownjudgment. See the navigation system manual for sometips to help you reduce d...

The transmitters are located below the video displayscreen. The headphones will shut off automaticallyif they lose the signal from the system after aboutfour minutes to save battery power. The signal may belost if the system is turned off or if the headphonesare out of range of the transmitters. Whe...

To use the auxiliary inputs on the RSE system, connectan external auxiliary device to the color-coded RCAjacks and turn both the auxiliary device and theRSE system power on. If the RSE system had beenpreviously in the DVD player mode, pressing the SRCEbutton on the faceplate or the remote control wi...

Video Screen The video screen is located in the overhead console. To use the video screen, do the following: 1. Push forward on the release button located on the DVD display console. 2. Pull the screen down, away from you, and adjust its position as desired. When the video screen is not in use, push...

DVD Player Buttons O (Power): Press this button to turn the RSE system on and off. The power indicator light will illuminatewhen the power is on. X (Eject): Press this button to eject a DVD or CD. SRCE (Source): Press this button to switch betweenthe DVD player and an auxiliary source. c (Stop): Pre...

n , q , p , o (Menu Navigation Arrows): Use the arrow buttons to navigate through a menu. r (Enter): Press this button to select the choices that are highlighted in any menu. Playing a Disc To play a disc, gently insert the disc with the label sideup into the loading slot. The DVD player will contin...

Remote Control To use the remote control, aim it at the transmitterwindow below the video screen and press the desiredbutton. Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect theability of the RSE system to receive signals from theremote control. If the remote control does not seem tobe working, the ...

DVD Messages The following errors may be displayed on the videoscreen: Disc Format Error: This message will be displayed if adisc is inserted upside down, if the disc is not readable,or if the format is not compatible with the DVD player. Load/Eject Error: This message will be displayed if thedisc i...

PROG (Program): Press this button to go to the nextpreset radio station set on the pushbuttons on themain radio. This function is inactive if the front seatpassengers are listening to the radio. When a cassette tape is playing, press this button togo to the other side of the tape. This function isin...

CD Functions All of the CD changer functions are performed by theradio, except for loading and ejecting. 1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton to go tobeginning of the current track if more than eight secondshave played. If this pushbutton is held or pressedmore than once, the player will continu...

CD Changer Errors CHK CD (Check): If this message appears on thedisplay, it could be for one of the following reasons: • It is very hot. When the temperature returns tonormal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When theroad becomes smoother, the CD should play. • The CD is d...

Audio Steering Wheel Controls Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steeringwheel. They include the following: g (OnStar ® /Mute): If your vehicle has OnStar, press this button to interact with the OnStar system. Seethe OnStar ® System on page 2-36 in this manual for more information. If your v...

AM The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,especially at night. The longer range can causestation frequencies to interfere with each other. Forbetter radio reception, most AM radio stations will boostthe power levels during the day, and then reducethese levels during the night. Static ...

When cleaning the cassette tape player with therecommended non-abrasive cleaning cassette, it ispossible that the cassette may eject, because the cuttape detection feature on the radio may recognize it as abroken tape, in error. To prevent the cleaning cassettefrom being ejected, use the following s...

Your Driving, the Road, andYour Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drivedefensively. Please start with a very important safety device in yourvehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are forEveryone on page 1-28. { CAUTION: Defensive driving really means “Be...

Drunken Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving isa national tragedy. It is the number one contributorto the highway death toll, claiming thousands of victimsevery year. Alcohol affects four things that anyone needs to drive avehicle: • Judgment • Muscular Coordination • Vision...

There is something else about drinking and driving thatmany people do not know. Medical research showsthat alcohol in a person’s system can make crashinjuries worse, especially injuries to the brain, spinalcord, or heart. This means that when anyone who hasbeen drinking — driver or passenger — is in...

Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-39. Braking action involves perception time andreaction time. First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.That is perception time. Then you have to bring up yourfoot and do it. That is reaction time. Average reaction time is about three-fourt...

The anti-lock system can change the brake pressurefaster than any driver could. The computer isprogrammed to make the most of available tire and roadconditions. This can help you steer around the obstaclewhile braking hard. As you brake, your computer keeps receiving updateson wheel speed and contro...

Traction Control Operation The traction control system is part of theStabiliTrak ® system. Traction control limits wheel spin by reducing engine power to the wheels (enginespeed management) and by applying brakes to eachindividual wheel (brake-traction control) as necessary. The traction control sys...

When road conditions allow you to use cruise again,you may re-engage the cruise control. See CruiseControl on page 3-12. StabiliTrak ® may also turn off automatically if it determines that a problem exists with the system. If theproblem does not clear itself after restarting thevehicle, you should s...

If you have StabiliTrak ® , you may see the STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message on the message center. See“Stability System Active Message” under DIC Warningsand Messages on page 3-54. Speed limit signs near curves warn that you shouldadjust your speed. Of course, the posted speedsare based on good weat...

removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steerquickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheelonce you have avoided the object. The fact that such emergency situations are alwayspossible is a good reason to practice defensive drivingat all times and wear safety belts properly. Off-Road Recov...

Loss of Control Let us review what driving experts say about whathappens when the three control systems — brakes,steering, and acceleration — do not have enough frictionwhere the tires meet the road to do what the driverhas asked. In any emergency, do not give up. Keep trying to steerand constantly ...

Off-Road Driving This off-road guide is for vehicles that have all-wheeldrive. If your vehicle does not have all-wheel drive or if ithas 20-inch tire/wheel assemblies, you should notdrive off-road unless you are on a level, solid surface.See Tires on page 5-57. Many of the same design features that ...

Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-roaddriving. One of the best ways to control your vehicleis to control your speed. Here are some things to keepin mind. At higher speeds: • You approach things faster and you have less timeto scan the terrain for obstacles. • You have less time t...

When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep afirm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs, orother surface features can jerk the wheel out of yourhands if you are not prepared. When you drive over bumps, rocks, or other obstacles,the wheels can leave the ground. If this happens,even with ...

Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it isone of those hills that is just too steep to climb, descendor cross. Steepness can be hard to judge. On a verysmall hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constantincline with only a small change in elevation whereyou can eas...

Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, youneed to take some special steps. • Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steeringwheel. • Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintainyour speed. Do not use more power than youneed, because you do not want the wheels to st...

Q: Suppose, after stalling, I try to back down thehill and decide I just cannot do it. What shouldI do? A: Set the parking brake, put the transmission inPARK (P) and turn off the engine. Leave thevehicle and go get some help. Exit on the uphillside and stay clear of the path the vehicle wouldtake if...

Q: Are there some things I should not do whendriving down a hill? A: Yes! These are important because if you ignorethem you could lose control and have a seriousaccident. • When driving downhill, avoid turns that take youacross the incline of the hill. A hill that is not toosteep to drive down may b...

Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline,be sure you, and any passengers, get out on theuphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. Ifyou get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts toroll over, you will be right in its path. If you have to wa...

Hard packed snow and ice offer the worst tire traction.On these surfaces, it is very easy to lose control.On wet ice, for example, the traction is so poor that youwill have difficulty accelerating. And, if you do getmoving, poor steering and difficult braking can causeyou to slide out of control. { ...

After Off-Road Driving Remove any brush or debris that has collected on theunderbody, chassis, or under the hood. Theseaccumulations can be a fire hazard. After operation in mud or sand, have the brake liningscleaned and checked. These substances can causeglazing and uneven braking. Check the body s...

Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads Rain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as wellbecause your tire-to-road traction is not as good as ondry roads. And, if your tires do not have much treadleft, you will get even less traction. It is always wise ...

City Driving One of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are doing and pay attention totraffic signals. Here are ways to increase your safety in city driving: • Know the best way to get to where you aregoing. Get...

Freeway Driving Mile for mile, freeways — also called thruways,parkways, expressways, turnpikes, orsuperhighways — are the safest of all roads. But theyhave their own special rules. The most important advice on freeway driving is: Keepup with traffic and keep to the right. Drive at thesame speed mos...

Reduce your speed according to your speedometer, notto your sense of motion. After driving for any distanceat higher speeds, you may tend to think you aregoing slower than you actually are. Before Leaving on a Long Trip Make sure you are ready. Try to be well rested. If youmust start when you are no...

Highway Hypnosis Is there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithighway hypnosis, lack of awareness, or whatever. There is something about an easy stretch of road withthe same scenery, along with the hum of the tires on theroad, the dro...

Hill and Mountain Roads Driving on steep hills or mountains is different fromdriving in flat or rolling terrain. If you drive regularly in steep country, or if you areplanning to visit there, here are some tips that can makeyour trips safer and more enjoyable. See Off-RoadDriving on page 4-17 for in...

Winter Driving Here are some tips for winter driving: • Have your vehicle in good shape for winter. • You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyour vehicle. Also see Tires on page 5-57. Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, asupply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winterouter...

If You Are Caught in a Blizzard If you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in aserious situation. You should probably stay withyour vehicle unless you know for sure that you are nearhelp and you can hike through the snow. Here aresome things to do to summon help and keep yourselfand your passeng...

If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand,Mud, Ice or Snow In order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you do not want tospin your wheels too fast. The method known as rockingcan help you get out when you are stuck, but youmust use caution. { CAUTION: If you let your ...

Recovery Hooks { CAUTION: These hooks, when used, are under a lot offorce. Always pull the vehicle straight out.Never pull on the hooks at a sideways angle.The hooks could break off and you or otherscould be injured from the chain or cablesnapping back. Notice: Never use recovery hooks to tow theveh...

Loading Your Vehicle It is very important to know how much weight yourvehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehiclecapacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants,cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labelson your vehicle show how much weight it was designedto carry, the ...

The Tire and Loading Information label also shows thesize of the original equipment tires (C) and therecommended cold tire inflation pressures (D). For moreinformation on tires and inflation see Tires on page 5-57and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-64. There is also important loading information...

Item Description Total A Vehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 3 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) B Subtract OccupantWeight 200 lbs(91 kg) × 5 = 1,000 lbs (453 kg) C Available CargoWeight = 0 lbs (0 kg) Refer to your vehicle’s tire and loading information labelfor specific information about your vehicle’s capacity...

{ CAUTION: Things you put inside your vehicle can strikeand injure people in a sudden stop or turn, orin a crash. • Put things in the cargo area of yourvehicle. Try to spread the weight evenly. • Never stack heavier things, like suitcases,inside the vehicle so that some of themare above the tops of ...

The system may exhaust (lower vehicle height) for upto 10 minutes after the ignition key has been turnedto LOCK. You may hear the air compressor operatingwhen the height is being adjusted. If a weight-distributing hitch is being used, it isrecommended to allow the shocks to inflate, therebyleveling ...

Towing a Trailer Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See New VehicleBreak-In on page 2-16 for more information. { CAUTION: If you do not use the correct equipment anddrive properly, you can lose control when youpull a trailer. For example, if the trailer is tooheavy, the brakes may not work well —...

If You Do Decide To Pull A Trailer If you do, here are some important points: • There are many different laws, including speed limitrestrictions, having to do with trailering. Make sureyour rig will be legal, not only where you livebut also where you’ll be driving. A good source forthis information ...

Press this button at theend of the shift leverto enable/disable thetow/haul mode. A light on the instrumentpanel will illuminate toindicate that tow/haulmode has been selected. The vehicle will automatically turn off tow/haul everytime it is started. Driving with tow/haul activated without a heavy l...

Use the following chart to determine how much your vehicle can weigh, based upon your vehicle model and options. Vehicle Axle Ratio Max. Trailer Wt. **GCWR Escalade 2WD 6.0L 3.73 7,400 lbs (3 356 kg) 13,000 lbs (5 897 kg) Escalade AWD 6.0L 3.73 8,100 lbs (3 674 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) Escalade ESV...

If you’ll be pulling a trailer that, when loaded, will weighmore than 5,000 lbs (2 270 kg) be sure to use aproperly mounted weight-distributing hitch and swaycontrol of the proper size. This equipment is veryimportant for proper vehicle loading and good handlingwhen driving. You should always use a ...

Trailer Wiring Harness Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Package Your vehicle is equipped with the seven-wire trailertowing harness. This harness with a seven-pin universalheavy-duty trailer connector is attached to a bracketon the hitch platform. The Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) wire istied next to...

Electric Brake Control Jumper This harness may be included with your vehicle as partof the heavy-duty trailer wiring package. This harness is for an electric brake controller andincludes a trailer battery feed fuse. It should be installedby your dealer or a qualified service center. Trailer Recommen...

Service Your dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will get genuine GM partsand GM-trained and supported service people. We hope you will want to keep your GM vehicle all GM.Genuine GM parts have one of thes...

Doing Your Own Service Work { CAUTION: You can be injured and your vehicle could bedamaged if you try to do service work on avehicle without knowing enough about it. • Be sure you have sufficient knowledge,experience, the proper replacement parts,and tools before you attempt any vehiclemaintenance t...

Filling a Portable Fuel Container { CAUTION: Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge fromthe container can ignite the gasoline vapor.You can be badly burned and your vehicledamaged if this occurs. To help avoid injury toyou and others: • Dispense...

Hood Release To open the hood do the following: 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it.It is located inside thevehicle to the lowerleft of the steeringwheel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near thecenter of the grille. 3. Lift the hood. Be...

Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 6.0L High-Output V8 engine, here is what you will see: 5-10

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-16. B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See Cooling System on page 5-27 and Coolant Surge TankPressure Cap on page 5-24. C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped). See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-16. D. Engine ...

Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check your engine oil every time youget fuel. In order to get an accurate reading, the oilmust be warm and the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-10 forthe location of the...

What Kind of Engine Oil to Use Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle’s engine requires oil meeting GMStandard GM6094M. You should look for and useonly an oil that meets GM Standard GM6094M. • SAE 5W-30 As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is bestfor your vehicle. These numbers on an oil ...

If you are in an area of extreme cold, where thetemperature falls below − 20°F ( − 29°C), it is recommended that you use either an SAE 5W-30synthetic oil or an SAE 0W-30 oil. Both will provideeasier cold starting and better protection for your engineat extremely low temperatures. Engine Oil Additive...

How to Reset the Engine Oil LifeSystem The Engine Oil Life System calculates when to changeyour engine oil and filter based on vehicle use.Anytime your oil is changed, reset the system so it cancalculate when the next oil change is required. If asituation occurs where you change your oil prior to aC...

Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-10 forthe location of theengine air cleaner/filter andthe air filter restrictionindicator, if equipped. When to Inspect the Engine AirCleaner/Filter If your vehicle is equipped with an air filter restrictionindicator, it lets you kno...

Automatic Transmission Fluid When to Check and Change AutomaticTransmission Fluid A good time to check your automatic transmission fluidlevel is when the engine oil is changed. Change the fluid and filter at the intervals listed inAdditional Required Services on page 6-6, and be sureto use the trans...

Checking the Fluid Level Prepare your vehicle as follows: 1. Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine running. 2. With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift lever through each gear range, pausing for aboutthree s...

Consistency of Readings Always check the fluid level at least twice using theprocedure described previously. Consistency (repeatablereadings) is important to maintaining proper fluidlevel. If inconsistent readings persist, check thetransmission breather hose to be sure it is clean andunclogged. If r...

A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water andDEX-COOL ® coolant will: • Give freezing protection down to − 34°F ( − 37°C). • Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protect against rust and corrosion. • Help keep the proper engine temperature. • Let the warning lights and gages work as theysh...

Notice: If you use an improper coolant mixture,your engine could overheat and be badly damaged.The repair cost would not be covered by yourwarranty. Too much water in the mixture can freezeand crack the engine, radiator, heater core andother parts. If you have to add coolant more than four times a y...

Adding Coolant If you need more coolant, add the proper DEX-COOL ® coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when theengine is cool. { CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol,and it will burn if the engine parts are hotenough. Do not spi...

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine { CAUTION: Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood. Stayaway from the engine if you see or hear steamcoming from it. Just turn it off and geteveryone away from the vehicle until it coolsdown. Wait until there is no sign of...

Cooling System When you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is whatyou will see: A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C. Engine Cooling Fan { CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hoodcan start up even when the engine is notrunning and can injure you. Keep hands,...

4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can feel the upperradiator hose getting hot. Watch out for theengine cooling fan. By this time, the coolant level inside the coolantsurge tank may be lower. If the level is lower, addmore of the proper mixture...

Power Steering Fluid See Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-10 forreservoir location. When to Check Power Steering Fluid It is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluidunless you suspect there is a leak in the system oryou hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss in this systemcould indicat...

Windshield Washer Fluid What to Use When you need windshield washer fluid, be sure to readthe manufacturer’s instructions before use. If you willbe operating your vehicle in an area where thetemperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that hassufficient protection against freezing. Adding Washe...

Brakes Brake Fluid Your brake master cylinderreservoir is filled withDOT-3 brake fluid. SeeEngine CompartmentOverview on page 5-10 forthe location of thereservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level inthe reservoir might go down. The first is that thebrake fluid goes down to an acc...

Checking Brake Fluid You can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap. Look at the brake fluidreservoir. The fluid levelshould be above MIN. If itis not, have your brakesystem checked tosee if there is a leak. After work is done on the brake hydraulic system,make sure the level is above the ...

Replacing Brake System Parts The braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its manyparts have to be of top quality and work well together ifthe vehicle is to have really good braking. Yourvehicle was designed and tested with top-quality GMbrake parts. When you replace parts of your brakingsystem — for...

Jump Starting If your vehicle’s battery has run down, you may want touse another vehicle and some jumper cables to startyour vehicle. Be sure to use the following steps to doit safely. { CAUTION: Batteries can hurt you. They can be dangerousbecause: • They contain acid that can burn you. • They cont...

All-Wheel Drive Transfer Case Be sure to perform the lubricant checks described inthis section. There are two additional systems that needlubrication. When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine howoften to check the lubricant. See ScheduledMaintenance on page 6-4. How to ...

What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants on page 6-13. Rear Axle When to Check Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check rear axle fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear anunusual noise. A fluid ...

Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear anunusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem.Have it inspected and repaired. How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle sh...

Headlamp Aiming Your vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aimingsystem equipped with horizontal aim indicators. The aimhas been preset at the factory and should need nofurther adjustment. This is true even though yourhorizontal aim indicators may not fall exactly onthe “0” (zero) marks on their sca...

The headlamp aiming devices are under the hood nearthe headlamps. If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (H)(left/right) adjustment, follow the horizontal aimingprocedure. If you believe your headlamps need onlyvertical (V) (up/down) adjustment, follow only the verticalaiming procedure. Adjus...

Headlamp Vertical Aiming Notice: Horizontal aiming must be performedbefore making any adjustments to the vertical aim.Adjusting the vertical aim first will result in anincorrect headlamp aim. To adjust the headlamp veritcal aiming, do the following: 1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the low beam la...

5. Turn the vertical aiming screw (V) until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line.The top edge of the cut-off should be positionedat the bottom edge of the horizontal tape line. 6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 for the opposite headlamp. Bulb Replacement For the proper type of replacement bu...

Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Bulb Number Back-up Lamp, Rear Turn Signal,Stoplamp and Taillamp 3157K Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) 4114K Front Turn Signal Lamps 3157AK High-Beam Headlamp 9005 or 9005 LL Sidemarker Lamp 194 For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact yourdealer. Windshield Wiper Bl...

2. Push the release lever (B) to disengage the hook and push the wiper arm (A) out of the blade (C). 3. Push the new wiper blade securely on the wiper arm until you hear the release lever click intoplace. Tires Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you...

20-Inch Tires If your vehicle has the optional 20-inch P275/55R20size tires, they are classified as touring tires andare designed for on road use. The low-profile, widetread design is not recommended for off-road driving.See Off-Road Driving on page 4-17, for additionalinformation. Tire Sidewall Lab...

Tire Size The following examples show the different parts of atire size. (A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion of a metric tire sizing system. The letter P as thefirst character in the tire size means a passengervehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S. Tireand Rim Assoc...

Tire Terminology and Definitions Air Pressure: The amount of air inside the tire pressingoutward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressureis expressed in pounds per square inch (psi) orkilopascal (kPa). Accessory Weight: This means the combined weightof optional accessories. Some examples of opt...

UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality Grading Standards): Atire information system that provides consumers withratings for a tire’s traction, temperature, and treadwear.Ratings are determined by tire manufacturers usinggovernment testing procedures. The ratings are moldedinto the sidewall of the tire. See Uni...

High Speed Operation { CAUTION: Driving at high speeds, 100 mph (160 km/h) orhigher, puts an additional strain on tires.Sustained high-speed driving causesexcessive heat build up and can cause suddentire failure. You could have a crash and you orothers could be killed. Some high-speed ratedtires req...

The Tire and Loading Information label (tire informationplacard) shows the size of your vehicle’s originaltires and the correct inflation pressure for your vehicle’stires when they are cold. See Inflation - Tire Pressureon page 5-64. For the location of the tire and loadinginformation label, see Loa...

The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) operates ona radio frequency and complies with RSS-210 ofIndustry and Science Canada. Operation is subject tothe following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference. 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference t...

Vehicles that have the Tire Pressure Monitor System(TPMS) will need to have the TPMS sensors reset aftera tire rotation. See “TPMS Sensor IdentificationCodes” under Tire Pressure Monitor System onpage 5-66. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened.See “Wheel Nut Torque” under Capaciti...

Buying New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for yourvehicle. The original equipment tires installed onyour vehicle, when it was new, were designed to meetGeneral Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification(TPC spec) system rating. If you need replacementtires, GM strongly recomme...

{ CAUTION: If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, thewheel rim flanges could develop cracks aftermany miles of driving. A tire and/or wheelcould fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use onlyradial-ply tires with the wheels on your vehicle. If you must replace your vehicle’s tires with those thatdo no...

Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on thetire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximumsection width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information relates to the systemdeveloped by the United States National HighwayTraffic Sa...

Temperature – A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generationof heat and its ability to dissipate heat when testedunder controlled conditions on a specified indoorlaboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature cancause the material...

Wheel Replacement Replace any wheel that is bent, cracked or badly rustedor corroded. If wheel nuts keep coming loose, thewheel, wheel bolts and wheel nuts should be replaced.If the wheel leaks air, replace it (except somealuminum wheels, which can sometimes be repaired).See your dealer if any of th...

Used Replacement Wheels { CAUTION: Putting a used wheel on your vehicle isdangerous. You cannot know how it has beenused or how far it has been driven. It could failsuddenly and cause a crash. If you have toreplace a wheel, use a new GM originalequipment wheel. Tire Chains { CAUTION: Do not use tire...

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools A. Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut B. Tool Kit and Jack Tools C. Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks D. Wheel BlocksE. JackF. Knob A. KnobB. Removable Storage Tray C. Retaining HookD. Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut E. Tool Kit and Jack Tools F. Mounting BracketG. Wing Nu...

Secondary Latch System Your vehicle has an underbody-mounted tire hoistassembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It isdesigned to stop the spare tire from suddenly fallingoff your vehicle. For the secondary latch to work,the spare must be installed with the valve stem pointingdown. See Storin...

Spare Tire Your vehicle, when new, had a fully-inflated spare tire.A spare tire may lose air over time, so check itsinflation pressure regularly. See Inflation - Tire Pressureon page 5-64 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-46for information regarding proper tire inflation and loadingyour vehicle. Fo...

Fabric/Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachmentfrequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canistervacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may onlybe used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats. Forsoils, always try to remove them first with plain water orclub soda. Before cleaning, ...

Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and OtherPlastic Surfaces A soft cloth dampened with water may be used toremove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary,a clean soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solutioncan be used to gently remove dust and dirt. Never usespot lifters or removers on plastic surfac...

Windshield, Backglass, and WiperBlades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshieldwasher, or if the wiper blade chatters when running,wax, sap or other material may be on the blade orwindshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full-strengthglass cleaning liquid. The windshie...

Notice: Using chrome polish on aluminum wheelscould damage the wheels. The repairs would notbe covered by your warranty. Use chrome polish onchrome wheels only. Use chrome polish only on chrome-plated wheels, butavoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff offimmediately after application. Notic...

Description Usage Foaming Tire ShineLow Gloss Cleans, shines, andprotects in one step.No wiping necessary. Wash Wax Concentrate Medium foamingshampoo. Cleans andlightly waxes.Biodegradable andphosphate free. Spot Lifter Quickly removes spotsand stains from carpets,vinyl, and clothupholstery. Odor El...

Service Parts Identification Label You will find this label on the inside of the glove box. Itis very helpful if you ever need to order parts. Onthis label, you will find the following: • VIN • Model designation • Paint information • Production options and special equipment Be sure that this label i...

Instrument Panel Fuse Block The fuse block accessdoor is located on thedriver’s side edge of theinstrument panel. Pulloff the cover to accessthe fuse block. To remove fuses if you don’t have a fuse extractor, holdthe end of the fuse between your thumb and indexfinger and pull straight out. You may h...

Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel utility block is locatedunderneath the instrument panel, to the left of thesteering column. Device Usage SEO Special EquipmentOption/Off-road LampsHarness Connector TRAILER Trailer Brake Wiring UPFIT Upfitter (Not Used) SL RIDE Ride Cont...

Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment islocated on the driver’s side of the vehicle near thebattery. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. To remove fuses if you don’t have a fuse extractor,hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and indexfinger and...

Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids andLubricants on page 6-13 for more information. Application Capacities English Metric Cooling System Capacity 16.6 qt 1 15.7 L 1 Crankcase Capacity 6.0 qt 5.7 L Fue...

Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended. Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The Plansupplements your new vehicle warranties. See yourWarranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealerfor details. Maintenance Requirements Not...

Using the Maintenance Schedule We at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good working condition. But we do not knowexactly how you will drive it. You may drive veryshort distances only a few times a week. Or you maydrive long distances all the time in very hot, dustyweather. You may ...

If you want to purchase service information, see ServicePublications Ordering Information on page 7-14. Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 tells you whatshould be checked, when to check it, and what youcan easily do to help keep your vehicle in goodcondition. The proper replacement parts, fluids,...

Additional Required Services The following services should be performed at the first maintenance service ( I or II ) after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown for each item. Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) 75,000 (125 000) 100,000 (166 0...

Additional Required Services (cont’d) Service and Miles (Kilometers) 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) 75,000 (125 000) 100,000 (166 000) 125,000 (207 500) 150,000 (240 000) Replace spark plugs and inspectspark plug wires.An Emission Control Service. • Engine cooling system service (or everyfive years...

(i) Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This servicecan be complex; you should have your dealer performthis service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-21 forwhat to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser,pressure cap, and filler neck. Pressure test thecooling system and pressure cap. (j) A fl...

At Least Once a Month Tire Inflation Check Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure theyare inflated to the correct pressures. Do not forget tocheck the spare tire. See Tires on page 5-57 for furtherdetails. Check to make sure the spare tire is storedsecurely. See Changing a Flat Tire on ...

Automatic Transmission Shift LockControl System Check { CAUTION: When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, you or others could be injured. 1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a levelsurface. 2. Fi...

Parking Brake and AutomaticTransmission Park (P) Mechanism Check { CAUTION: When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others could beinjured and property could be damaged. Makesure there is room in front of your vehicle incase it begins to roll. Be ready to apply theregu...

Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco ® Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 10368768 A1518C Oil Filter 88984215 PF46 Spark Plugs 12571164 41-985 Wiper Blades Fro...

Engine Drive Belt Routing (A) Air Conditioning Compressor 6-16

Maintenance Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and thetype of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additionalinformation from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be ...

Customer Assistance and Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2Online Owner Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . ...

Customer Assistance andInformation Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concernswith the sales transaction or the operation of yourvehicle will be resolved by your dealer’s sales or servicedepartments. Sometimes, ho...

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better BusinessBureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehiclerepairs or the interpretation of the New VehicleLimited Warranty. Although you may be required toresort to this informal dispute resolution program...

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) Users To assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs),Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its CustomerAssistance Center. Any TTY user can communicatewith Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-CMCC (2622)...

GM Mobility ReimbursementProgram This program, available to qualified applicants,can reimburse you up to $1,000 of the cost ofeligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required foryour vehicle, such as hand controls or awheelchair/scooter lift. The offer is available for a very limited period of timef...

Courtesy Transportation To enhance your ownership experience, we and ourparticipating dealers are proud to offer CourtesyTransportation, a customer support program for newvehicles. The Courtesy Transportation program is offered tocustomers in conjunction with the Bumper-to-Bumpercoverage provided by...

Courtesy Rental Vehicle Your dealer may arrange to provide you with a courtesyrental vehicle or reimburse you for a rental vehiclethat you obtain if your vehicle is kept for a warrantyrepair. Reimbursement will be limited to a maximumamount per day and must be supported by receipts. Thisrequires tha...

Collision Damage Repair If your vehicle is involved in a collision and it isdamaged, have the damage repaired by a qualifiedtechnician using the proper equipment and qualityreplacement parts. Poorly performed collision repairswill diminish your vehicle’s resale value, and safetyperformance can be co...

Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to theUnited States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash or could cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform the National Highway TrafficSafety Administration (NHTSA), in addition to notifyingGene...