Cadillac 2004 Escalade ESV Manuel d'utilisateur

Seats and Restraint Systems... 1-1Front Seats... 1-3Rear Seats...

Power LumbarYou can increase ordecrease lumbar supportin an area of the lowerseatback.To increase support, press an hold the front of thecontrol. To d

Q (Lock): Pressing this button once will lock all of thedoors. Pressing the button again within three secondsmay cause the horn to chirp for lock confi

To replace the battery in the keyless entry transmitter,do the following:1. Insert a thin object, such as a coin, in the slotbetween the covers of the

Doors and LocksDoor Locks{CAUTION:Unlocked doors can be dangerous.• Passengers — especially children — caneasily open the doors and fall out of amovin

Power Door LocksThe power door lockswitches are located onthe driver’s and frontpassenger’s armrests.Q (Lock): Remove the ignition key and press the l

Programmable AutomaticDoor LocksYour vehicle is equipped with an automatic lock/unlockfeature which enables you to program your vehicle’spower door lo

Programmable Unlocking FeatureThe following is the list of available programmingoptions:Mode 1: Driver’s door unlocks when the transmission isshifted

Rear Door Security LocksWith this feature, you can lock the rear doors so theycan’t be opened from the inside by passengers.This feature is located on

Liftgate/Liftglass{CAUTION:It can be dangerous to drive with the liftgate orliftglass open because carbon monoxide (CO)gas can come into your vehicle.

Windows{CAUTION:Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in avehicle with the windows closed is dangerous.They can be overcome by the extreme heatan

Power WindowsThe controls for the power windows are located on thearmrest on each of the side doors. The switchesoperate the windows when the ignition

To heat only the seatback, press the vertical button withthe heated seatback symbol. An indicator light on theseatback button will glow to designate t

Theft-Deterrent SystemsVehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.Although your vehicle has a number of theft-deterrentfeatures, we know

Testing the AlarmThe alarm can be tested by following these steps:1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver’s windowand open the driver’s door.2. A

Starting and Operating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice: Your vehicle does not need an elaborate“break-in.” But it will perform better in the lon

Notice: If your key seems stuck in LOCK and youcan not turn it, be sure you are using the correctkey; if so, is it all the way in? Turn the key only w

When starting your engine in very cold weather (below0°F or −18°C), do this:1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn theignition key to START

Engine Coolant HeaterYour vehicle may be equipped with an engine coolantheater.In very cold weather, 0°F(−18°C) or colder, theengine coolant heater ca

Automatic Transmission OperationYour vehicle has an electronic shift position indicatorwithin the instrument panel cluster.There are several different

Notice: Shifting out of PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)with the engine running at high speed may damagethe transmission. The repairs would not becovered by yo

Tow/Haul Mode Selector ButtonYour vehicle is equipped with a tow/haul mode. Thebutton for this feature is located on the end of thecolumn shift lever.

Parking BrakeTo set the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedaldown with your right foot. Push down the parkingbrake pedal with your left foot.A c

Reclining SeatbacksYour vehicle’s front seatbacks have a recline featurewhich is described earlier. See Power Seats onpage 1-3.But don’t have a seatba

Shifting Into Park (P){CAUTION:It can be dangerous to get out of your vehicleif the shift lever is not fully in PARK (P) withthe parking brake firmly s

• Move the lever up as far as it will go.3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you canleave your vehicle with th

Torque LockIf you are parking on a hill and you don’t shift yourvehicle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehiclemay put too much force on the

Parking Over Things That Burn{CAUTION:Things that can burn could touch hot exhaustparts under your vehicle and ignite. Do notpark over papers, leaves,

Running Your Engine While YouAre ParkedIt is better not to park with the engine running. But ifyou ever have to, here are some things to know.{CAUTION

MirrorsAutomatic Dimming Rearview Mirrorwith OnStar®, Compass andTemperature DisplayYour vehicle may have this feature. When on, anautomatic dimming m

Automatic Dimming Mirror OperationThe automatic dimming mirror function is turnedon automatically each time the ignition is started. Tooperate the aut

Compass CalibrationThe compass may need calibration if one of thefollowing occurs:• After approximately five seconds, the display doesnot show a compas

Power Folding MirrorsTo fold or unfold the mirrors, move the selector switch,located above the mirror control, to the middleposition. The mirror contr

Outside Heated MirrorsYour vehicle may have this feature.This button is located onthe climate control panel.Press this button to warm the heated drive

Head RestraintsAdjust your head restraint so that the top of the restraintis closest to the top of your head. This positionreduces the chance of a nec

OnStar®SystemOnStar®uses global positioning system (GPS) satellitetechnology, wireless communications, and state ofthe art call centers to provide you

Luxury and Leisure Plan•All Directions and Connections Plan services• Personal ConciergeOnStar®Personal CallingWith OnStar®Personal Calling, you have

HomeLink®TransmitterHomeLink®a combined universal transmitter andreceiver, provides a way to replace up to threehand-held transmitters used to activat

Keep the original transmitter for use in other vehicles aswell as for future HomeLink®programming. It is alsorecommended that upon the sale of the veh

6. Locate in the garage, the garage door openerreceiver (motor-head unit). Locate the “Learn”or “Smart” button. This can usually be found wherethe han

Using HomeLink®Press and hold the appropriate HomeLink®button for atleast half of a second. The indicator light will comeon while the signal is being

Storage AreasGlove BoxTo open your glove box, lift up the latch and pull thedoor open.Cupholder(s)Your vehicle is equipped with cupholders for the fro

Center Console Storage AreaYour vehicle has a console compartment between thebucket seats.To open it, press the button on the side of the consoleand s

• If you need to carry long items, move the crossrailsas far apart as they will go. Tie the load to thecrossrails and the siderails or siderail suppor

Cargo Cover{CAUTION:An improperly stored cargo cover could bethrown about the vehicle during a collision orsudden maneuver. You or others could beinju

Rear SeatsRear Seat OperationEntering or Exiting the Third RowSeatsEscalade: To enter or exit the third row seat you mustfold the second row seat down

Cargo Tie DownsYour vehicle may beequipped with cargo tiedowns in the rearcargo area that allow youto strap cargo in andkeep it from moving insidethe

Vehicle PersonalizationMemory SeatIf your vehicle has thisfeature, then the controlsfor the memory functionare located on thedriver’s door.These butto

The seat, throttle and brake pedals and mirror positionscan also be recalled when placing the key in theignition if programmed to do so through the Dr

Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6Other Warning Devices ...

Radio Reception ...3-96Care of Your Cassette Tape Player ...3-97Care of Your CDs and DVDs ...

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Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of your instrument panel are thefollowing:A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-27.B. Exterior Lamps Control. See Exteri

Hazard Warning FlashersYour hazard warning flashers let you warn others. Theyalso let police know you have a problem. Your frontand rear turn signal la

HornTo sound the horn, press the center pad on thesteering wheel.Tilt WheelThe tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steeringwheel before you d

3. Pull (push if you are exiting the third row with noassistance) the seat forward until it stops.{CAUTION:If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move

Turn and Lane Change SignalsThe turn signal has two upward (for right) and twodownward (for left) positions. These positions allow youto signal a turn

To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, thenrelease it.If your headlamps are in the automatic position or onlow beam, your high-beam headlam

Rear Window Washer/WiperThis knob is located on theinstrument panel to the leftof the steering wheel.To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob to eithe

{CAUTION:Cruise control can be dangerous where youcan not drive safely at a steady speed. So, donot use your cruise control on winding roadsor in heav

Resuming a Set SpeedSuppose you set your cruise control at a desired speedand then you apply the brake. This, of course,disengages the cruise control.

Using Cruise Control on HillsHow well your cruise control will work on hills dependsupon your speed, load and the steepness of thehills. When going up

AUTO: Turn the control to this position to put thesystem into automatic headlamp mode. The DaytimeRunning Lamps (DRL) will also be activated if it is

If you start your vehicle in a dark garage, the automaticheadlamp system will come on immediately. Onceyou leave the garage, it will take approximatel

The fog lamp button islocated on the left side ofyour instrument panel.Press the button to turn the fog lamps on while theheadlamps or parking lamps a

Dome LampsThe dome lamps will come on when you open a doorand will slowly dim to off when all doors are closed.You can also turn the dome lamps on by

Heated and Cooled SeatsEscalade Platinum ESVvehicles will be equippedwith this feature. Thebuttons used to control thisfeature are located onthe back

Your vehicle may also have reading lamps in otherlocations. To turn on or off, press the button located nextto the lamp. The lamps are fixed and cannot

The URPA display islocated inside the vehicle,near the rear window.It has three color-codedlights used to providedistance and systeminformation to the

How the System WorksUnless disabled, the URPA will turn on automaticallywhen the shift lever is moved into REVERSE (R). Whenthe system turns on, the t

Accessory Power OutletsWith accessory power outlets you can plug in auxiliaryelectrical equipment such as a cellular telephone orCB radio.Your vehicle

Climate ControlsAutomatic Climate Control SystemWith this system, you can control the heating,cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. Your vehicle al

Automatic OperationAUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation isactive the system will control the inside temperature, theair delivery, and the fan sp

9(Off): Press this button to turn off the entire climatecontrol system. Outside air will still enter the vehicle,and will be directed to the floor. Thi

Pressing this button also cancels the auto recirculationfeature. To resume the auto recirculation function, pressthe AUTO button. Each time the vehicl

Air Conditioning#(Air Conditioning): Press this button to turn the airconditioning (A/C) compressor on and off. Thesnowflake symbol will appear on the

Defogging and DefrostingYou can use either defog or front defrost to clear fog orfrost from your windshield. Use the defog mode toclear the windows of

Folding the Seatbacks(60/40 Split Bench Seat)The rear seat may have a 60/40 split seat which may befolded down to create a load floor and give you more

Operation Tips•Keep the hood and front air inlets free of ice, snow,or any other obstruction (such as leaves). Theheater and defroster will work far b

9 (Off): Turn the knob, located on the left side of thecontrol panel, to this position to turn the rear climatecontrol system off.9(Fan): To adjust th

%(Mode): Press this button to select the air deliverymode and AUTO mode. Choose AUTO if you wantthe system to automatically regulate the airflow.See “A

Warning Lights, Gages andIndicatorsWarning Lights, Gages, andIndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages onyour vehicle. The pictures w

Instrument Panel ClusterYour instrument panel cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You’ll know howfast you’re

Speedometer and OdometerYour speedometer lets you see your speed in bothmiles per hour (mph) and kilometers per hour (km/h).Your vehicle’s odometer wo

Air Bag Readiness LightThere is an air bag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows the air bag symbol. The systemchecks the air bag’s elec

When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START, thepassenger air bag status indicator will light ON andOFF, or the symbol for on and off, for several

If, after several seconds, all status indicator lightsremain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be aproblem with the lights or the passen

Voltmeter GageWhen your engine is notrunning, but the ignition isin RUN, this gageshows your battery’s stateof charge in DC volts.When the engine is r

Once the seatbacks are folded down, on Escalade ESVmodels only, the rear seat footwell area will beexposed and will have to be covered by the load floo

If the warning light comes on and a chime sounds therecould be a brake problem. Have your brake systeminspected right away.This light should come on b

If the light stays on, or comes on when you’re driving,your vehicle needs service. You will also hear achime sound when the light is on steady. If the

Engine Coolant Temperature GageThis gage shows the engine coolant temperature.It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle isworking. During

See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-46 forfurther information.If the transmission fluid reaches temperatures ofapproximately 275°F (135°C) or

Notice: Modifications made to the engine,transmission, exhaust, intake or fuel system of yourvehicle or the replacement of the original tireswith other

If the Light Is On SteadyYou may be able to correct the emission systemmalfunction by considering the following:Did you recently put fuel into your ve

This can happen if you have recently replaced yourbattery or if your battery has run down. The diagnosticsystem is designed to evaluate critical emiss

Security LightThis light will come onbriefly when you turn thekey toward START.The light will stay on untilthe engine starts.If the light flashes, the P

Fuel GageWhen the ignition is on, the fuel gage tells you abouthow much fuel you have left in your tank.The gage will first indicate empty before you a

A (Trip Information): This button will display theodometer, personal trip odometer, business tripodometer, hourmeter, annual log and the timer.B (Fuel

To return the seat to the upright position, do thefollowing:1. On Escalade ESV models, lift the load floor panelsand latch them into the seatback.2. Li

Personal TripTurn PERSONAL TRIP on or off by pressing the selectbutton. When it is on, you will also be able to scrollthrough the following by pressin

HourmeterPress the trip information button to scroll to thehourmeter. The hourmeter shows the total number ofhours the engine has run. Pressing and ho

Instant Fuel EconomyPress the fuel information button until INST ECONappears in the display. Instant fuel economy is howmany miles per gallon your veh

The default options for the above features were setwhen your vehicle left the factory. The default optionsare noted in the text following, but may hav

Automatic UnlockingPress the personalization button until AUTOMATICUNLOCKING appears in the display. To selectyour personalization for automatic unloc

Seat Position RecallPress the personalization button until SEAT POSITIONRECALL appears in the display. To select yourpersonalization for seat position

Remote Lock FeedbackPress the personalization button until REMOTE LOCKFEEDBACK appears in the display. To select yourpersonalization for the feedback

Headlamps on at ExitPress the personalization button until HEADLAMPS ONAT EXIT appears in the display. To select yourpersonalization for how long the

Easy Exit Driver SeatPress the personalization button until EASY EXITDRIVER SEAT appears in the display. To select yourpersonalization for seat positi

If you accidentally choose a language that you don’twant or understand, press and hold the personalizationbutton and the trip information button at th

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Unfolding the Seatbacks{CAUTION:If the seatback isn’t locked, it could move forwardin a sudden stop or crash. That could causeinjury to the person sit

OIL LIFE RESETThis message will appear on the display for about10 seconds after resetting the change engine oilmessage.OIL PRESSURE LOWIf low oil pres

REDUCED ENGINE POWERThis message is displayed and you will hear a chimewhen the cooling system temperature gets too hotand the engine further enters t

SERVICE RIDE CONTROLIf a problem occurs with the suspension system, thismessage will appear on the DIC. If this messageappears, stop and turn off the

Notice: If you drive your vehicle while thetransmission fluid is overheating and thetransmission temperature warning is displayed onthe instrument pane

BUCKLE SEATBELTThis message reminds you to buckle the driver’s and/orpassenger’s seatbelt.The message will come on and a chime will soundwhen the igni

REAR ACCESS OPENIf the liftgate is open while the ignition is in RUN, thismessage will appear on the DIC and you will heara chime. Turn off the vehicl

SERVICE STABILITYIf you ever see the SERVICE STABILITY message, itmeans there may be a problem with yourStabilitrak®system. If you see this message tr

Audio System(s)Notice: Before you add any sound equipment toyour vehicle – like a tape player, CB radio, mobiletelephone or two-way radio – be sure yo

Radio with Cassette and CDRadio Data System (RDS)Your audio system is equipped with a Radio DataSystem (RDS). RDS features are available for use onlyo

Playing the RadioPWR (Power): Press this knob to turn the system onand off.VOL (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or todecrease volume.AUTO VOL (Aut

Returning the Seat(s) to an UprightPosition{CAUTION:If the seatback isn’t locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause inju

Finding a StationBAND: Press this button to switch between FM1, FM2,AM, or XM1 or XM2 (48 contiguous US states, ifequipped). The display will show you

Setting the Tone (Bass/Treble)AUDIO: Push and release the AUDIO knob until BASSor TREB appears on the display. Turn the knob toincrease or to decrease

To adjust the fade between the front and the rearspeakers, push and release the AUDIO knob until FADEappears on the display. Turn the knob to move the

3. Once the desired PTY is displayed, press eitherSCAN arrow, and the radio will begin scanningthe stations in the PTY.4. Press either SCAN arrow to s

If the whole message is not displayed, parts of themessage will appear every three seconds. To scrollthrough the message at your own speed, pressthe I

XM™ Radio MessagesRadio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredXL (Explicit LanguageChannels)XL on the radio display,after the channel name,indicates

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Song/Program Title notavailableNo song title information is available

Playing a Cassette TapeYour tape player is built to work best with tapes that areup to 30 to 45 minutes long on each side. Tapeslonger than that are s

3 REV (Reverse): Press this pushbutton to reverse thetape rapidly. Press this pushbutton again to return toplaying speed. The radio will play while th

CLEAN: If this message appears on the display, thecassette tape player needs to be cleaned. It will still playtapes, but you should clean it as soon a

2. Fold the seatbackforward onto the seatcushion by usingthe lever labeled 1.The seat cannotbe removed unless theseatback is folded.3. To unlatch the

1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton to go to thecurrent track if it has been playing for more thaneight seconds. TRACK and the track number will

TAPE DISC: Press this button to play a cassette tapeor CD when listening to the radio. The inactive tapeor CD will remain safely inside the radio for

Navigation/Radio SystemYour vehicle may be equipped with a navigation radiosystem that includes digital sound processing (DSP),Radio Data System (RDS)

When using the wired headphones, if the front seatpassengers use XM™ Satellite Radio Service (48contiguous US states, if equipped), you will hear thea

Playing a DiscTo play a disc, gently insert the disc with the label sideup into the loading slot. The DVD player will continueloading the disc and the

No Disc: This message will be displayed if any of thebuttons on the DVD faceplate or remote control arepressed and no disc is present in the DVD playe

Remote Control ButtonsO (Power): Press this button to turn the DVD playeron or off.v (Title): Press this button to return the DVD to themain menu of t

1 through 0 (Numeric Keypad): The remote controlnumeric keypad provides you with the capability of directchapter, title, and track number selection.\:

Slow Play: When the DVD is playing, press the pausebutton then press the fast forward button. The DVDwill continue playing in a slow play mode. To can

Battery ReplacementTo change the batteries, do the following:1. Loosen the screw on the battery compartment doorlocated on the left side of the headph

Replacing the 50/50 Split Bench Seat{CAUTION:If the seatback isn’t locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to t

Audio OutputAudio from the DVD player or auxiliary inputs may beheard through the following possible sources:• Wireless Headphones• Vehicle Speakers•

Problem Recommended ActionIn auxiliary mode, thepicture moves or scrolls.Check the auxiliary inputconnections at bothdevices.Change the VideoFormat to

Problem Recommended ActionSometimes the wirelessheadphone audio cuts outor buzzes.Check for obstructions,low batteries, receptionrange and interferenc

Rear Seat Audio ControlsThe following functions are controlled by the RSAsystem buttons:P (Power): Press this button to turn the rear seataudio system

CD ChangerThe CD changer plays up to six standard size CDscontinuously. Individual CDs may be loaded or ejectedinto or from any position.A green light

To eject a single CD, perform thefollowing steps:1. Press the eject button (upward pointing arrow). Thebuttons with loaded CDs will blink amber.2. Pre

6 RDM (Random): Press this button to hear the tracksin random, rather than sequential, order. RDM ALLwill appear on the radio display, which will rand

Theft-Deterrent FeatureTHEFTLOCK®is designed to discourage theft of yourradio. The feature works automatically by learninga portion of the Vehicle Ide

PROG (Program): Press this button to play a stationyou have stored on the radio preset pushbuttons.If a CD is playing in the CD changer, press this bu

XM™ Satellite Radio Service(48 Contiguous US States)XM™ Satellite Radio gives you digital radio receptionfrom coast to coast. Just as with FM, tall bu

2. Once the latches areengaged, let the seatdrop into place.Release the leverlabeled 1 and pull theseatback up usingthe assist strap on theoutboard si

You may also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-typecleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt toclean the tape head. This type of cleaning cass

Diversity Antenna SystemYour AM-FM antennas are located in the rear sidewindows. Be sure that the inside surfaces of the rearside windows are not scra

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Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle ...4-2Defensive Driving ...4-2Drunken Driving ...

Your Driving, the Road, andYour VehicleDefensive DrivingThe best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drivedefensively.Please start with a very im

Many adults — by some estimates, nearly half the adultpopulation — choose never to drink alcohol, so theynever drive after drinking. For persons under

There is a gender difference, too. Women generallyhave a lower relative percentage of body waterthan men. Since alcohol is carried in body water, this

There is something else about drinking and driving thatmany people do not know. Medical research showsthat alcohol in a person’s system can make crash

BrakingBraking action involves perception time andreaction time.First, you have to decide to push on the brake pedal.That is perception time. Then you

Anti-lock Brake SystemYour vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advancedelectronic braking system that will help prevent abraking skid.When you sta

Unfolding the Seatback1. To return the seatbackto an upright position,pull up on therelease lever labeled 1and then pull up onthe seatback untilit loc

The anti-lock system can change the brake pressurefaster than any driver could. The computer isprogrammed to make the most of available tire and roadc

Road Sensing SuspensionThe Road Sensing Suspension (RSS) feature providessuperior vehicle ride and handling under a variety ofpassenger and loading co

The STABILITY SYS ACTIVE message will appear onthe Driver Information Center (DIC) only when thesystem is both on and activated. You may also feel orh

In this state, engine power is not reduced automaticallyand the driven wheels can spin more freely. Thiscan cause the brake-traction control to activa

SteeringPower SteeringIf you lose power steering assist because the enginestops or the system is not functioning, you can steer butit will take much m

Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering can be more effectivethan braking. For example, you come over a hill and finda truck stopped in yo

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped offthe edge of a road onto the shoulder while you aredriving.If the level of the shou

• Do not get too close to the vehicle you want topass while you are awaiting an opportunity. For onething, following too closely reduces your area ofv

Loss of ControlLet us review what driving experts say about whathappens when the three control systems (brakes,steering and acceleration) do not have

Operating Your All-Wheel-DriveVehicle Off Paved RoadsThis off-road guide is for vehicles that have all-wheeldrive. If your vehicle does not have all-w

3. Lift the rear of the seat up from the floor and push itforward. You will not be able to unlatch the seatfrom the floor unless the seatback is folded

Loading Your Vehicle forOff-Road DrivingThere are some important things to remember abouthow to load your vehicle.• The heaviest things should be on t

Environmental ConcernsOff-road driving can provide wholesome and satisfyingrecreation. However, it also raises environmentalconcerns. We recognize the

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

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

Approaching a HillWhen you approach a hill, you need to decide if it isone of those hills that is just too steep to climb, descendor cross. Steepness

Driving UphillOnce 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 steering

Q: What should I do if my vehicle stalls, oris about to stall, and I can not make it upthe hill?A: If this happens, there are some things you shoulddo

Driving DownhillWhen off-roading takes you downhill, you will want toconsider a number of things:• How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to mainta

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

Driving Across an InclineSooner or later, an off-road trail will probably go acrossthe incline of a hill. If this happens, you have todecide whether t

Removing the Bench SeatTo remove the bench seat, do the following:1. Open the liftgate.2. Fold the seatbackforward onto the seatcushion by usingthe le

Stalling on an InclineIf your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline,be sure you (and your passengers) get out on the uphillside, even if the

Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow or IceWhen you drive in mud, snow or sand, your wheels willnot get good traction. You can not accelerate asquickly, turning

Driving in WaterHeavy rain can mean flash flooding, and flood watersdemand extreme caution.Find out how deep the water is before you drive throughit. If

Driving at NightNight driving is more dangerous than day driving.One reason is that some drivers are likely to beimpaired — by alcohol or drugs, with

You can be temporarily blinded by approachingheadlamps. It can take a second or two, or even severalseconds, for your eyes to readjust to the dark. Wh

The heavier the rain, the harder it is to see. Even if yourwindshield wiper blades are in good shape, a heavyrain can make it harder to see road signs

HydroplaningHydroplaning is dangerous. So much water can build upunder your tires that they can actually ride on thewater. This can happen if the road

City DrivingOne of the biggest problems with city streets is theamount of traffic on them. You will want to watch out forwhat the other drivers are do

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways (also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes or superhighways) are thesafest of all roads. But they h

When you want to leave the freeway, move to theproper lane well in advance. If you miss your exit, donot, under any circumstances, stop and back up. D

Replacing the Bench Seat{CAUTION:If the seatback isn’t locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the person si

Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as “highwayhypnosis”? Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel?Call it highway hypnosis, lac

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. Se

Winter DrivingHere are some tips for winter driving:• Have your vehicle in good shape for winter.• You may want to put winter emergency supplies inyou

What is the worst time for this? “Wet ice.” Very coldsnow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wetice can be even more trouble because it may

If You Are Caught in a BlizzardIf you are stopped by heavy snow, you could be in aserious situation. You should probably stay withyour vehicle unless

{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide) gas to get inside. CO couldovercome you and kill you

If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud,Ice or SnowIn order to free your vehicle when it is stuck, you willneed to spin the wheels, but you do not want tospin

Using the Recovery HooksYour vehicle may be equipped with recovery hooks. Therecovery hooks are provided at the front of yourvehicle. You may need to

TowingTowing Your VehicleConsult your dealer or a professional towing service ifyou need to have your disabled vehicle towed. SeeRoadside Service on p

Loading Your VehicleIt is very important to know how much weight yourvehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehiclecapacity weight and includes

Bucket SeatsIf your vehicle has bucket seats, the seatbacks can bereclined and the seats can be folded to give youmore cargo room.Reclining the Seatba

The Tire and Loading Information label also tells youthe size and recommended inflation pressure forthe original equipment tires on your vehicle. For m

Loading Your VehicleItem Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 1 =1,000 lbs.(453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 150 lbs.(68 kg) × 2 =300 l

Loading Your VehicleItem Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 3 =1,000 lbs.(453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 200 lbs.(91 kg) × 5 =1,000

Never exceed the GVWR for your vehicle, or the GAWRfor either the front or rear axle.And, if you do have a heavy load, you should spreadit out.{CAUTIO

Add-On EquipmentWhen you carry removable items, you may need to puta limit on how many people you can carry insideyour vehicle. Be sure to weigh your

Towing a Trailer{CAUTION:If you do not use the correct equipment anddrive properly, you can lose control when youpull a trailer. For example, if the t

If You Do Decide To Pull A TrailerIf you do, here are some important points:• There are many different laws, including speed limitrestrictions, having

Press the button at the end of the shift lever toenable/disable the tow/haul mode.A light on the instrumentpanel will illuminate toindicate that tow/h

Weight of the TrailerHow heavy can a trailer safely be?It depends on how you plan to use your rig. Forexample, speed, altitude, road grades, outsidete

Weight of the Trailer TongueThe tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weightto measure because it affects the total o r gross weight ofyour v

Safety Warnings and SymbolsYou will find a number of safety cautions in this book.We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell you aboutthings that could

2. Pull the seatbackrelease lever upwardand pull the seatbackup and fold it down untilit is flat. Escalade levershown, Escalade ESVlever similar. On th

HitchesIt’s important to have the correct hitch equipment.Crosswinds, large trucks going by and rough roads area few reasons why you’ll need the right

Trailer BrakesIf your trailer weighs more than 2,000 lbs (900 kg)loaded, then it needs its own brakes — and they mustbe adequate. Be sure to read and

Before you start, check all trailer hitch parts andattachments, safety chains, electrical connector, lamps,tires and mirror adjustment. If the trailer

Driving On GradesReduce speed and shift to a lower gear before you startdown a long or steep downgrade. If you don’t shiftdown, you might have to use

When You Are Ready to Leave AfterParking on a Hill1. Apply your regular brakes and hold the pedal downwhile you:• start your engine,• shift into a gea

The seven-wire harness contains the following trailercircuits:• Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal• Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal• Brown: Taillamps• W

Four-Wire Harness AdapterThis adapter may beincluded with your vehicleas part of the heavy-dutytrailer wiring package.Use this adapter to connect a st

Service ...5-3Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-3Adding Equipment to the

Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...5-77Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ...5-78Wheel Replacement ...

ServiceYour 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 ge

Once the seatbacks are folded down, on Escalade ESVmodels only, the rear seat footwell area will beexposed and will have to be covered by the load floo

CAUTION: (Continued)•Be sure to use the proper nuts, bolts andother fasteners. “English” and “metric”fasteners can be easily confused. If youuse the w

Gasoline SpecificationsIt is recommended that gasoline meet specificationswhich were developed by automobile manufacturersaround the world and contained

Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers andethanol, and reformulated gasolines may be available inyour area to contribute to clean air. Genera

CAUTION: (Continued)unattended when refueling your vehicle — thisis against the law in some places. Keepchildren away from the fuel pump; never letchi

Filling a Portable Fuel Container{CAUTION:Never fill a portable fuel container while it is inyour vehicle. Static electricity discharge fromthe contain

Hood ReleaseTo open the hood, do the following:1. Pull the handle locatedinside the vehicle tothe lower left ofthe steering wheel.2. Then go to the fr

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the 6000 H.O. engine (5300 similar), you will see:5-10

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine AirCleaner/Filter on page 5-16.B. Coolant Surge Tank. See Cooling System onpage 5-28 and Coolant Surge Tank P

When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is at or below the cross-hatched area at the tipof the dipstick, then you will need to add at least onequart of oil.

• SAE 5W-30As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is bestfor your vehicle. However, if it is going to be 0°F(–18°C) or above and SAE 5W-30 is not

Safety BeltsSafety Belts: They Are for EveryoneThis part of the manual tells you how to use safetybelts properly. It also tells you some things you sh

Notice: Use only engine oil identified as meetingGM Standard GM6094M and showing the AmericanPetroleum Institute Certified For Gasoline Enginesstarburst

How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OILMessageThe GM Oil Life System calculates when to changeyour engine oil and filter based on vehicle use. Anytimeyour o

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterSee Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-10 forlocation of engine aircleaner/filter and air filterrestriction indicator (ifequi

Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filterand Resetting the Air Filter RestrictionIndicator1. Locate the air cleaner/filter assembly on the frontcorner of

5. Install the new engine air cleaner/filter.6. Reinstall the cover and tighten the screws.7. Reset the air filter restriction indicator, if equipped,by

How to CheckBecause this operation can be a little difficult, you maychoose to have this done at the dealership servicedepartment.If you do it yoursel

Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:The transmission dipstickhandle with the graphic islocated at the rear ofthe engine compartm

How to Add FluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of transmission fluid to use. See RecommendedFluids and Lubricants on page 6-12

What to UseUse a mixture of one-half clean, drinkable water andone-half DEX-COOL®coolant which won’t damagealuminum parts. If you use this coolant mix

Checking CoolantThe coolant surge tank islocated in the enginecompartment on thepassenger’s side of thevehicle.See Engine Compartment Overview on page

Your vehicle has a lightthat comes on as areminder to buckle up. SeeSafety Belt ReminderLight on page 3-33.In most states and in all Canadian province

Adding CoolantIf 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

Engine OverheatingYou will find a coolant temperature gage on yourvehicle’s instrument panel cluster. See Engine CoolantTemperature Gage on page 3-40.

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 engin

If No Steam Is Coming From YourEngineAn overheat warning, along with a low coolant condition,can indicate a serious problem.If you get an engine overh

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it’s safe to lift the hood, here’s whatyou’ll see:A. Coolant Surge TankB. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure CapC. Engine FanIf

{CAUTION:Heater and radiator hoses, and other engineparts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. Ifyou do, you can be burned.Do not run the engine if th

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantSurge TankIf you haven’t found a problem yet, check to see ifcoolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is visi

{CAUTION:Adding only plain water to your coolingsystem can be dangerous. Plain water, orsome other liquid such as alcohol, can boilbefore the proper c

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. You canremove the coolant surge tank pressure capwhen the cooling system, including the coolantsurge tank pres

3. Then fill the coolant surge tank with the propermixture, to the FULL COLD mark.4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, startthe engine and

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoesn’t stop.1-28

5. Then replace the pressure cap. Be sure thepressure cap is hand-tight and fully seated.Engine Fan NoiseYour vehicle has a clutched engine cooling fa

Power Steering FluidWhen to Check Power Steering FluidIt is not necessary to regularly check power steering fluidunless you suspect there is a leak in

What to UseTo determine what kind of fluid to use, seeRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.Always use the proper fluid. Failure to use the pro

BrakesBrake FluidYour brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview onpage 5-10 for the location of t

Checking Brake FluidYou can check the brake fluid without taking off the cap.Just look at the brake fluid reservoir. The fluid levelshould be above MIN.

Notice:• Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brakesystem parts. For example, just a few drops ofmineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in yourbrake

Brake Pedal TravelSee your dealer if the brake pedal does not return tonormal height, or if there is a rapid increase inpedal travel. This could be a

Vehicle StorageIf you are not going to drive your vehicle for 25 daysor more, remove the black, negative (−) cable fromthe battery. This will help kee

Notice: If the other vehicle’s system is not a 12-voltsystem with a negative ground, both vehicles canbe damaged. Only use vehicles with 12-volt syste

The remote negative (−)terminal is located onthe engine accessorydrive bracket and ismarked GND.See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-10for more i

The person keeps going until stopped by something. Ina real vehicle, it could be the windshield...or the instrument panel...1-29

{CAUTION:Fans or other moving engine parts can injureyou badly. Keep your hands away from movingparts once the engine is running.6. Connect the redpos

8. Now connect the blacknegative (−) cable tothe negative (−)terminal of the goodbattery. Use a remotenegative (−) terminalif the vehicle hasone. Your

A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or RemoteNegative (−) Terminal.B. Good Battery or Remote Positive (+) andNegative (−) Terminals.C. Dead Battery

All-Wheel DriveTransfer CaseIt is not necessary to regularly check transfer case fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear anunusual noise. A

How to Check LubricantTo get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on alevel surface.The proper level is from 5/8 inch to 1 5/8 inch (15 mm to40

If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole,you may need to add some lubricant.When the differential is cold, add enough lubricantto raise

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident, the headlampaim may be affected. Aim adjustment to the low beammay be necessary if it is difficult to see l

If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (H)(left/right) adjustment, follow the horizontal aimingprocedure. If you believe your headlamps need on

Headlamp Vertical AimingNotice: Horizontal aiming must be performedbefore making any adjustments to the vertical aim.Adjusting the vertical aim first w

5. Turn the vertical aiming screw (V) until theheadlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line.The top edge of the cut-off should be positionedat t

or the safety belts!With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does.You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance,and your strongest bon

Halogen Bulbs{CAUTION:Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas insideand can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb.You or others could be injured. Be sure t

2. Pry up the eight fastener plugs on the radiatorcover and pull the fasteners out.3. Lift off the radiator cover.4. Pull the top left or right corner

5. Remove the horizontal pin from the headlampassembly by lifting the end of the pin upwarduntil it unsnaps and then pulling it toward the centerof th

9. Remove the rubber,circular-shaped bulbcap of the affected bulbfrom the headlampassembly.10. Turn the bulb connector counterclockwise andremove it w

Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker andDaytime Running LampsA. Low-BeamHeadlamp (HID)B. DaytimeRunning LampC. Sidemarker LampD. High-BeamHeadlampE. Front Tu

Center High-MountedStoplamp (CHMSL)It is recommended that this component be replaced asa unit.TaillampsA. Turn Signal-TaillampB. Stop-TaillampC. Back-

4. Pull the bulb straightout from the socket.5. Press a new bulb into the socket, insert it into thetaillamp housing and turn the socket clockwise int

Windshield Wiper BladeReplacementWindshield wiper blades should be inspected at leasttwice a year for wear and cracking. See ScheduledMaintenance on p

TiresYour new vehicle comes with high-quality tires made bya leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questionsabout your tire warranty and where t

(A) Tire Size Code: The tire size code is a combinationof letters and numbers used to define a particulartire’s width, height, aspect ratio, constructi

Q: If I’m 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’re in anaccident

(E) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number ofplies in the sidewall and under the tread.(F) Uniform Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tiremanufactur

(A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination ofletters and numbers used to define a particulartire’s width, height, aspect ratio, construction ty

Tire SizeThe following examples show the different parts of atire size.(A) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion of a metric tire sizing

(A) Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: The United Statesversion of a metric tire sizing system. The letter “LT” asthe first two characters in the tire size

Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a tire’s height toits width.Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is locatedbetween the plies and the tread. Cor

Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants avehicle is designed to seat multiplied by 150 pounds(68 kg). See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-47.Oc

Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of designatedseating positions multiplied by 150 lbs. (68 kg) plusthe rated cargo load. See Loading Your Vehicleon

When to CheckCheck your tires once a month or more.Also, check the tire pressure of the spare tire.How to CheckUse a good quality pocket-type gage to

Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes thetire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and t

3. Turn the exterior lamp switch from “Off” to “On” fourtimes within 3 seconds. A double horn chirp willsound and the TPM low tire warning light will

Driver PositionThis part describes the driver’s restraint system.Lap-Shoulder BeltThe driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here’s how to wear itproperly.1.

Federal Communications Commission andIndustry and Science CanadaThe TPM system operates on a radio frequency subjectto Federal Communications Commissi

If your vehicle has the Tire Pressure Monitor (TPM)system, the sensors will need to be reset after atire rotation is performed. See “TPM SensorIdentifi

Buying New TiresTo find out what kind and size of tires you need, look atthe Certification/Tire label or the Tire and LoadingInformation label. See Load

{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

Traction – AA, A, B, CThe traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A,B, and C. Those grades represent the tire’s abilityto stop on wet pavemen

If you need to replace any of your wheels, wheel boltsor wheel nuts, replace them only with new GMoriginal equipment parts. This way, you will be sure

Tire Chains{CAUTION:Don’t use tire chains. There’s not enoughclearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle withoutthe proper amount of clearance can caused

{CAUTION:Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to domaintenance or repairs is dangerous withoutthe appropriate safety equipment and training.The jack

The following steps will tell you how to use the jack andchange a tire.Removing the Spare Tire and ToolsA. Tool Kit with JackTools and GlovesB. Retain

A. Bottle JackB. Wheel BlocksC. Wing Nut HoldingTire BlocksD. Mounting BracketE. Removable TrayF. Retaining HookG. Retaining Bracketand Wing NutH. Too

5. To make the lap part tight, pull down on the buckleend of the belt as you pull up on the shoulder belt.The lap part of the belt should be worn low

A. Spare Tire (ValveStem PointedDown)B. Hoist AssemblyC. Hoist CableD. Tire RetainerE. Hoist ShaftF. Hoist End ofExtension ToolG. Hoist ShaftAccess Ho

3. Insert the hoist end(open end) (F) of theextension throughthe hole (G) in the rearbumper.Be sure the hoist end of the extension connects tothe hois

5. When the tire has beenlowered, tilt theretainer (D) at the endof the cable so itcan be pulled upthrough the wheelopening.6. Put the spare tire near

1. Remove the center cap by placing the chisel end ofthe wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel andgently prying the cap out.2. Use the wheel wrench to

These locations for the front (A) and rear (B) arethe general area of jack placement. See text and artfollowing for the exact jack placement.{CAUTION:

Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is on a front tire ofthe vehicle, you’ll need to use the jack handle (C)and only one jack handle extension (D). Attac

4. Remove all the wheelnuts and take off theflat tire.5. Remove any rust or dirtfrom the wheel bolts,mounting surfacesand spare wheel.{CAUTION:Rust or

6. After mounting thespare, put the wheelnuts back on withthe rounded end of thenuts toward thewheel. Tighten eachwheel nut by hand.Then use the wheel

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire,Jack and Tools{CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause i

1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehiclewith the valve stem pointed down and to the rear ofthe vehicle.2. Tilt the retainer (D)downwar

Vehicle Damage WarningsAlso, in this book you will find these notices:Notice: These mean there is something that coulddamage your vehicle.A notice will

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It won’t give nearlyas much protection this way.{CAUTION:You can be seriously hurt if you

7. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pulland then try to rotate or turn the tire. If the tiremoves, use the wheel wrench to tighten the cab

A. Tool Kit with JackTools and GlovesB. Retaining Bracketand Wing NutC. Wing Nut HoldingTire BlocksD. Wheel BlocksE. Bottle JackA. Bottle JackB. Wheel

Secondary Latch SystemYour vehicle has an underbody mounted tire hoistassembly equipped with a secondary latch system. It’sdesigned to stop the spare

4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If thespare tire lowers to the ground, continue withStep 5 of “Removing the Spare Tire and Tools”earlier

8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheelwrench to the jack and place it (with the wheelblocks) under the vehicle towards the front of therear b

13. Tilt the retainer at theend of the cable andpull it through thewheel opening. Pull thetire out from underthe vehicle.14. If the cable is hanging u

Appearance CareRemember, cleaning products can be hazardous. Someare toxic. Others can burst into flames if you strike amatch or get them on a hot part

Here are some cleaning tips:• Always read the instructions on the cleaner label.• Clean up stains as soon as you can — beforethey set.• Carefully scra

Cleaning Wood PanelsUse a clean cloth moistened in warm, soapy water (usemild dish washing soap). Dry the wood immediatelywith a clean cloth.Cleaning

Cleaning the Outside of YourVehicleThe paint finish on your vehicle provides beauty, depthof color, gloss retention and durability.Washing Your Vehicle

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is buckled in the wrong place.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt isbuckled in the wrong place li

Foreign materials such as calcium chloride and othersalts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, birddroppings, chemicals from industrial ch

Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-PlatedWheelsYour vehicle may be equipped with either aluminum orchrome-plated wheels.Keep your wheels clean using a soft c

Underbody MaintenanceChemicals used for ice and snow removal and dustcontrol can collect on the underbody. If these are notremoved, corrosion and rust

Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsSee your GM dealer for more information on purchasingthe following products.Vehicle Care/Appearance MaterialsDescript

Vehicle IdentificationVehicle Identification Number (VIN)This is the legal identifier for your vehicle. It appears ona plate in the front corner of the i

Windshield Wiper FusesThe windshield wiper motor is protected by an internalcircuit breaker and a fuse. If the motor overheats due toheavy snow, etc.,

Instrument Panel Fuse BlockThe fuse block accessdoor is on the driver’s sideedge of the instrumentpanel. Pull off the cover toaccess the fuse block.To

Fuses UsageLOCKPower Door Lock Relay (LockFunction)HVAC 1Inside Rearview Mirror, ClimateControl SystemL DOORDriver’s Door HarnessConnectionCRUISE Crui

Center Instrument Panel Fuse BlockThe center instrument panel utility block is locatedunderneath the instrument panel, to the left of thesteering colu

Underhood Fuse BlockThe underhood fuse block in the engine compartmenton the driver’s side of the vehicle near the battery.Lift the cover for access t

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is over an armrest.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured if your belt goesover an armrest like this. The belt wo

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*1 — Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail #2.*2 — Gasoline Engine and Fuel Injection Rail #1.*3 — Gasoline Engine; Oxygen Sensors.*4 — Gasoline Eng

Fuses UsageRR HVAC Rear Climate ControlAUX PWRAuxiliary Power Outlet —ConsoleIGN 1 Ignition RelayPCM 1 Powertrain Control ModuleETC/ECMElectronic Thro

Fuses UsageHVAC/ECAS Climate Control ControllerCIG LTR Cigarette LighterHI HDLP-RT High Beam Headlamp-RightHDLP-LOW Headlamp Low Beam RelayA/C COMPAir

Capacities and SpecificationsPlease refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12 for more information.Capacities and SpecificationsEngine VIN

ApplicationCapacitiesEnglish MetricFuel Tank CapacityEscaladeEscalade ESV26.0 gallons31.0 gallons98.0 L117.0 LAir Conditioning Refrigerant CapacityEsc

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Maintenance Schedule ...6-2Introduction ...6-2Maintenance Requireme

Maintenance ScheduleIntroductionImportant: Keep engine oil at the proper level andchange as recommended.Have you purchased the GM Protection Plan? The

Using Your Maintenance ScheduleWe at General Motors want to help you keep yourvehicle in good working condition. But we do not knowexactly how you wil

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The shoulder belt is worn under the arm. It shouldbe worn over the shoulder at all times.{CAUTION:You can be seriously in

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 goodcon

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil onpage 5-11. An Emission C

Additional Required ServicesThe following services should be performed at the first maintenance service (I or II) after the indicated miles(kilometers)

Additional Required Services (cont’d)Service25,000(41 500)50,000(83 000)75,000(125 000)100,000(166 000)125,000(207 500)150,000(240 000)Replace spark p

(b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension andsteering system for damaged, loose or missing parts,signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect po

Owner Checks and ServicesThese owner checks and services should be performedat the intervals specified to help ensure the safety,dependability and emis

At Least Once a YearStarter Switch Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, you or other

Ignition Transmission Lock CheckWhile parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition key to LOCK in each shift lever position.• The k

Recommended Fluids andLubricantsFluids and lubricants identified below by name, partnumber or specification may be obtained from yourdealer.Usage Fluid/

Usage Fluid/LubricantTransfer CaseDEXRON®-III AutomaticTransmission Fluid.Front AxlePropshaftSpline orOne-PiecePropshaftSpline(Two-WheelDrive with Aut

Q: What’s wrong with this?A: The belt is twisted across the body.{CAUTION:You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt.In a crash, you wouldn’t have

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement part numbers listed in this section are based on the latest information available at the time of print

Maintenance RecordAfter the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service and thetype of services per

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-16

Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2Online Owner Center ...

Customer Assistance andInformationCustomer Satisfaction ProcedureYour satisfaction and goodwill are important toyour dealer and to Cadillac. Normally,

The BBB Auto Line Program is an out of court programadministered by the Council of Better BusinessBureaus to settle automotive disputes regarding vehi

Customer Assistance for TextTelephone (TTY) UsersTo assist customers who are deaf, hard of hearing, orspeech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTY

Mexico, Central America and CaribbeanIslands/Countries (Except PuertoRico and U.S. Virgin Islands) –Customer AssistanceGeneral Motors de Mexico, S. de

Roadside ServiceCadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than anauto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillacowner with the advantage

Roadside Service AvailabilityWherever you drive in the United States or Canada, anadvisor is available to assist you over the phone. Adealer technicia

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.The belt should go back out of the way.Before you close the door, be sure the belt is out of t

Plan Ahead When PossibleWhen your vehicle requires warranty service, youshould contact your dealer and request an appointment.By scheduling a service

Additional Program InformationCourtesy Transportation is available during theBumper-to-Bumper warranty coverage period, but it isnot part of the New V

Unlike the data recorders on many airplanes, theseon-board systems do not record sounds, such asconversation of vehicle occupants.To read this informa

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto SafetyHotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 inthe Washington, D.C. area) or write to:NHTSA,

Transmission, Transaxle, TransferCase Unit Repair ManualThis manual provides information on unit repair serviceprocedures, adjustments and specificatio

AAccessory Power Outlets ... 3-21Adding Washer Fluid ... 5-36Additional Program Info

Audio System(s) (cont.)Diversity Antenna System ... 3-99Navigation/Radio System ... 3-80Radio wit

CCadillac Owner Privileges™ ... 7-6California Fuel ... 5-5Canada – Customer

Child Restraints (cont.)Top Strap ... 1-59Top Strap Anchor Location ... 1-61W

Customer Assistance Information (cont.)Reporting Safety Defects to the CanadianGovernment ... 7-11Reporting S

Right Front Passenger PositionTo learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safetybelt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-32.The right front p

EEasy Exit Seat ... 2-48Electrical SystemAdd-On Equipment ... 5-108Fuses

FM Stereo ... 3-96Fog Lamps ... 3-15Folding the Sea

Headlamps (cont.)Halogen Bulbs ... 5-54High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ... 5-53Headphones ...

KKEYFOB X BATTERY LOW ... 3-63Keyless Entry System ... 2-4Keys ...

MMaintenance ScheduleAdditional Required Services ... 6-6At Each Fuel Fill ... 6-9At L

OnStar®Personal Calling ... 2-37OnStar®Services ... 2-36OnStar®Steering Wheel C

QQuestions and Answers About Safety Belts ... 1-30RRadio Data System (RDS) ... 3-66Radio Messages ...

Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ... 5-82REPLACE LIFTGATE FUSE ... 3-63Replacement Bulbs ...

Safety Belts (cont.)Right Front Passenger Position ... 1-40Safety Belt Extender ... 1-48Safety Bel

Shifting Out of Park (P) ... 2-28Skidding ... 4-16Some Other Rain

Third Row – Lap BeltWhen you sit in the center seating position in the thirdrow, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor.To make the belt l

Tire Terminology and Definitions ... 5-67Tires ... 5-62Buying New Tires

UUltrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ... 3-18Underhood Fuse Block ... 5-113Understanding Radio Reception

When to Add Engine Oil ... 5-12When to Change Engine Oil(GM Oil Life System) ... 5-14Wh

Rear Seat PassengersIt is very important for rear seat passengers to buckleup! Accident statistics show that unbelted people inthe rear seat are hurt

2. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.When the shoulder belt is pulled out all

These are some examples of symbols you may find on your vehicle:v

The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug onthe hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, thisapplies force to the strong pelvic bones. A

To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle.Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides forChildren and Small AdultsRear shoulder belt comfort guides

There is one guide for each passenger position in therear seats. Here is how to install a comfort guideand use the safety belt:1. For the second row,

2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the twoedges of the belt into the slots of the guide.3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies fl

4. Buckle, position and release the safety belt asdescribed in Rear Seat Passengers on page 1-42.Make sure that the shoulder belt crosses theshoulder.

Child RestraintsOlder ChildrenOlder children who have outgrown booster seats shouldwear the vehicle’s safety belts.If you have the choice, a child sho

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can’t properly spread the impactCAUTION: (Continued)CAUTION: (Continued)fo

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isCAUTION: (Continued)CAUTION: (Continued)

{CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in their armswhile riding in a vehicle. A baby doesn’t weighmuch -- until a crash. During a crash a babywill

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any air bag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Air bags plus lap-shoulderbelts

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Q: What are the different types of add-on childrestraints?A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased bythe vehicle’s owner, are available in four

{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

A rear-facing infant seat (B) provides restraint with theseating surface against the back of the infant. Theharness system holds the infant in place a

A booster seat (F-G) is a child restraint designed toimprove the fit of the vehicle’s safety belt system. Somebooster seats have a shoulder belt positi

When choosing a child restraint, be sure the childrestraint is designed to be used in a vehicle. If it is, itwill have a label saying that it meets fe

{CAUTION:A child in a rear-facing child restraint can beseriously injured or killed if the right frontpassenger’s air bag inflates. This is becausethe

In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing childrestraints have a top strap, and that the strap beanchored. In the United States, some child rest

Top Strap Anchor LocationEscalade ESV: A child restraint with a top strap shouldonly be used in the second or third row. Don’t use achild restraint wi

Escalade: A child restraint with a top strap should onlybe used in the second row or third row. Don’t use achild restraint with a top strap in the rig

Lower Anchorages and Top Tethersfor Children (LATCH System)Your vehicle has the LATCH system. You will findanchors (A) in the center and right side pas

Front Seats ...1-3Power Seats ...1-3Power Lumbar ...

In order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, youneed a child restraint designed for that system.To assist you in locating the lower anchors for t

Securing a Child Restraint Designedfor the LATCH System1. Find the LATCH anchorages for the seatingposition you want to use, where the bottom of these

If your child restraint does not have the LATCH system,you’ll be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the childrestraint in this position. Be sure to

5. To tighten the belt, feed the shoulder belt back intothe retractor while you push down on the childrestraint. If you’re using a forward-facing chil

Second RowThe center seat position in the second row has alap-shoulder belt which works the same way as thesafety belt in the rear outside seat positi

4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button ispositioned so you would be able to unbuckle thesafety belt quickly if you ever had to.5. To tighten

Securing a Child Restraint in theRight Front Seat PositionYour vehicle has a right front passenger air bag. A rearseat is a safer place to secure a fo

If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint inthe right front seat position, move the seat as farback as it will go before securing the for

5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out ofthe retractor to set the lock.6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull th

7. Push and pull the child restraint in differentdirections to be sure it is secure.8. If your vehicle has the passenger sensing systemand the air bag

When Should an Air Bag Inflate? ...1-79What Makes an Air Bag Inflate? ...1-80How Does an Air Bag Restrain? ...

Air Bag SystemsThis part explains the frontal and side impact air bagsystems.Your vehicle has four air bags – a frontal air bag for thedriver, another

{CAUTION:Both frontal and side impact air bags inflatewith great force, faster than the blink of aneye. If you’re too close to an inflating air bag,as y

There is a air bagreadiness light on theinstrument panel cluster,which shows the airbag symbol.The system checks the air bag electrical system formalf

The right front passernger’s frontal air bag is in theinstrument panel on the passenger’s side.The driver’s side impact air bag is in the side of thed

The right front passenger’s side impact air bag is in theside of the passenger’s seatback closest to the door.{CAUTION:If something is between an occu

When Should an Air Bag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal air bagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontalor near-fro

What Makes an Air Bag Inflate?In an impact of sufficient severity, the air bag sensingsystem detects that the vehicle is in a crash. For bothfrontal an

{CAUTION:When an air bag inflates, there is dust in theair. This dust could cause breathing problemsfor people with a history of asthma or otherbreathi

Passenger Sensing SystemIf your rearview mirror has one of the indicators picturedin the following illustrations, your vehicle has a passengersensing

Your vehicle has a rear seat that will accommodate arear-facing child restraint. A label on your sun visor says,“Never put a rear-facing child seat in

Front SeatsPower SeatsThe power seat controls are located on the outboardedge of the front seats.Horizontal Control: This control adjusts the seatcush

If after reinstalling the child restraint and restarting thevehicle, the on indicator is still lit, check to makesure that the vehicle’s seatback is n

{CAUTION:If the air bag readiness light in the instrumentpanel cluster ever comes on and stays on, itmeans that something may be wrong with theair bag

Servicing Your Air Bag-EquippedVehicleAir bags affect how your vehicle should be serviced.There air bag system parts in several places aroundyour vehi

Q: Because I have a disability, I have to get myvehicle modified. How can I find out whetherthis will affect my advanced air bag system?A: Changing or m

Replacing Restraint System PartsAfter a Crash{CAUTION:A crash can damage the restraint systems inyour vehicle. A damaged restraint system maynot prope

Keys ...2-3Remote Keyless Entry System ...2-4Remote Keyless Entry Sy

Storage Areas ...2-42Glove Box ...2-42Cupholder(s) ...

Keys{CAUTION:Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignitionkey is dangerous for many reasons. Theycould operate the power windows or othercontrols or

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 r

At times you may notice a decrease in range. This isnormal for any remote keyless entry system. If thetransmitter does not work or if you have to stan