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Cadillac Escalade EXT 2013 Owner's Manual

Summary of Escalade EXT 2013

  • Page 1

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2013 cadillac escalade ext owner manual m in brief . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1 instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 initial drive information . . . . . . . . 1-3 vehicle features . . . . . ...

  • Page 2

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2013 cadillac escalade ext owner manual m vehicle care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1 general information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 vehicle checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 headlamp aiming . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 3

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 introduction iii the names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, gm, the gm logo, cadillac, the cadillac crest and wreath, escalade, an...

  • Page 4

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 iv introduction { warning these mean there is something that could hurt you or other people. Notice: this means there is something that could result in property or vehicle damage. This would not be covered by the vehicle's wa...

  • Page 5

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 introduction v / : remote vehicle start > : safety belt reminders 7 : tire pressure monitor _ : tow/haul mode d : traction control/stabilitrak® m : windshield washer fluid.

  • Page 6: Notes

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vi introduction 2 notes.

  • Page 7: In Brief

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 in brief 1-1 in brief instrument panel instrument panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 initial drive information initial drive information . . . . . . . . 1-3 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 8: Instrument Panel

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 1-2 in brief instrument panel.

  • Page 9: Initial Drive

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 in brief 1-3 a. Air vents on page 8 ‑ 6 . B. Turn and lane-change signals on page 6 ‑ 7 . Windshield wiper/washer on page 5 ‑ 4 . C. Hazard warning flashers on page 6 ‑ 7 . D. Instrument cluster on page 5 ‑ 10 . E. Shift leve...

  • Page 10

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 1-4 in brief press k to unlock the driver door. Press k again within three seconds to unlock all remaining doors, including the tailgate. Press q to lock all doors, including the tailgate. Lock and unlock feedback can be pers...

  • Page 11

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 in brief 1-5 door locks there are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle. From outside, use the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter or the key in the driver door. From inside, use the power door locks or the manual do...

  • Page 12

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 1-6 in brief windows premium trim shown, up-level similar the driver door has switches that control all windows. Each passenger door switch only controls that window. The power windows work when the ignition is in on/ run or ...

  • Page 13

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 in brief 1-7 see lumbar adjustment on page 3 ‑ 4 . Reclining seatbacks to adjust the seatback: . Tilt the top of the control rearward to recline. . Tilt the top of the control forward to raise. See reclining seatbacks on page...

  • Page 14

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 1-8 in brief pedals will move to the positions previously stored for the identified driver. See memory seats on page 3 ‑ 5 and vehicle personalization on page 5 ‑ 35 . Easy exit positions this feature can move the driver seat...

  • Page 15

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 in brief 1-9 safety belts refer to the following sections for important information on how to use safety belts properly. . Safety belts on page 3 ‑ 9 . . How to wear safety belts properly on page 3 ‑ 10 . . Lap-shoulder belt ...

  • Page 16

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 1-10 in brief mirror adjustment exterior mirrors premium trim shown, up-level similar mirror adjustment 1. Press (a) or (b) to select the driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move the mi...

  • Page 17

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 in brief 1-11 automatic dimming rearview mirror the mirror will automatically reduce the glare from the headlamps from behind. The dimming feature comes on each time the vehicle is started. See automatic dimming rearview mir...

  • Page 18

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 1-12 in brief k : press the button in and the dome lamps remain off when a door is opened. Press the button again to return it to the extended position so that the dome lamps come on when a door is opened. Reading lamps for ...

  • Page 19

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 in brief 1-13 . Fog lamps on page 6 ‑ 7 . Windshield wiper/washer the front wiper control is located on the turn and lane-change lever. The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band with z on it. 8 : for a single ...

  • Page 20

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 1-14 in brief climate controls the heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system. Climate control with heated and cooled seats shown a. Driver and passenger temperature controls b. Auto ...

  • Page 21: Vehicle Features

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 in brief 1-15 3. Press the plus/minus buttons, located on the steering column shift lever, to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. See manual mode on page 9 ‑ 31 . While using dsc, cruise control...

  • Page 22

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 1-16 in brief the bluetooth ‐ enabled cell phone must be paired with the bluetooth system before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions. For more information, visit www.Gm.Com/bluetooth. For...

  • Page 23

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 in brief 1-17 +res: press briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed, or press and hold to accelerate. Set − : press to set the speed and activate cruise control or make the vehicle decelerate. [ : press to...

  • Page 24

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 1-18 in brief vehicle customization some vehicle features can be programmed by using the dic buttons next to the steering wheel. These features include: . Language . Door lock and unlock settings . Rke lock and unlock feedba...

  • Page 25

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 in brief 1-19 universal remote system vehicles with the universal remote system will have these buttons located in the headliner. This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate...

  • Page 26: Performance And

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 1-20 in brief if an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof. See sunroof on page 2 ‑ 23 . Performance and maintenance stabilitrak ® system ...

  • Page 27

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 in brief 1-21 then turn off. This may be an early indicator that the tire pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure. The tpms does not replace normal monthly tire maintenance. Maintai...

  • Page 28

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 1-22 in brief new vehicles are automatically enrolled in the roadside service program. See roadside service (mexico) on page 13 ‑ 7 or roadside service (u.S. And canada) on page 13 ‑ 10 . Roadside service and onstar (u.S. An...

  • Page 29: Keys, Doors, And

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 keys, doors, and windows 2-1 keys, doors, and windows keys and locks keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1 remote keyless entry (rke) system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 remote keyles...

  • Page 30

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2-2 keys, doors, and windows the key can be used for the ignition, door locks, tailgate, and side storage boxes. See your dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed. If the vehicle has an ignition and it becomes ...

  • Page 31

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 keys, doors, and windows 2-3 / (remote vehicle start): press to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the rke transmitter. See remote vehicle start on page 2 ‑ 4 for additional information. Q (lock): press to lock a...

  • Page 32

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2-4 keys, doors, and windows labeled “ 1 ” , if enabled through the dic. See memory seats on page 3 ‑ 5 for more information. Programming transmitters to the vehicle only rke transmitters programmed to this vehicle will work....

  • Page 33

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 keys, doors, and windows 2-5 shut off when the key is turned to on/run. If the vehicle does not have an automatic climate control system, during remote start, you will need to manually turn the heated seats on and off. See he...

  • Page 34

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2-6 keys, doors, and windows the additional 10 minutes are considered a second remote vehicle start. After the vehicle's engine has been started two times using / , or a single remote start with one time extension, the vehicl...

  • Page 35

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 keys, doors, and windows 2-7 power door locks press q or k on the remote keyless entry (rke) transmitter. See remote keyless entry (rke) system operation on page 2 ‑ 2 . Premium trim shown, up ‐ level similar q (lock): press ...

  • Page 36: Doors

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2-8 keys, doors, and windows open the rear doors to access the security locks on the inside edge of each door. To set the locks, insert a key into the slot and turn it to the horizontal position. The door can only be opened f...

  • Page 37

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 keys, doors, and windows 2-9 the following are the main components of the midgate system: a. Latch levers b. Grab handles c. Glass-catch release button d. Glass lock knobs e. Glass retaining tabs f. Midgate release handle g. ...

  • Page 38

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2-10 keys, doors, and windows 3. While holding the rear glass in place, press the glass-catch release button (c) and pull the top of the rear glass toward you using the grab handles (b) located at the top of the rear glass. ...

  • Page 39

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 keys, doors, and windows 2-11 6. Turn both glass lock knobs (d), located at both top corners of the storage pocket, to the locked position. Push in on the corner of the rear glass to allow the lock knob to engage more easily...

  • Page 40

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2-12 keys, doors, and windows 3. Pull the rear glass out from the storage pocket using the grab handles (b). 4. With the rear glass tilted at an angle, place the bottom edge in the lower channel of the window frame. Be sure ...

  • Page 41

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 keys, doors, and windows 2-13 lowering the midgate with the rear glass in place the midgate can be lowered to allow the cargo area of your vehicle to extend into the cab. The rear glass can be either installed in its normal ...

  • Page 42

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2-14 keys, doors, and windows midgate lowered with crossbar attached this procedure works the same as the procedure described previously, but when you lower the midgate with the rear glass in the stored position, you will no...

  • Page 43: Vehicle Security

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 keys, doors, and windows 2-15 power assist steps the vehicle may have power assist steps. To enable or disable the power assist steps push j . The power assist steps automatically extend from beneath the vehicle on the side ...

  • Page 44

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2-16 keys, doors, and windows if the delayed locking feature is turned on, the theft ‐ deterrent system will not start the arming process until the last door is closed and the delay timer has expired. See delayed locking on ...

  • Page 45

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 keys, doors, and windows 2-17 while the alarm is set, the power door unlock switch will not work. If the alarm does not sound when it should but the headlamps flash, check to see if the horn works. The horn fuse may be blown...

  • Page 46: Exterior Mirrors

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2-18 keys, doors, and windows procedure is for programming additional keys only. If all the currently programmed keys are lost or do not operate, you must see your dealer or a locksmith who can service pass-key iii+ to have ...

  • Page 47

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 keys, doors, and windows 2-19 power mirrors premium trim shown, up ‐ level similar mirror adjustment 1. Press (a) or (b) to select the driver or passenger side mirror. 2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move the mirro...

  • Page 48: Interior Mirrors

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2-20 keys, doors, and windows glare of the headlamps from behind. This feature comes on when the vehicle is started. Park tilt mirrors if the vehicle has the memory package, the exterior mirrors tilt to a preselected positio...

  • Page 49

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 keys, doors, and windows 2-21 the vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, o...

  • Page 50

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2-22 keys, doors, and windows express window anti-pinch override { warning if express override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before y...

  • Page 51: Roof

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 keys, doors, and windows 2-23 sun visors pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window, or to extend along the rod, if available. Roof sunroof a. Open or close...

  • Page 52

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 2-24 keys, doors, and windows if an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof. Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the trac...

  • Page 53: Seats And

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-1 seats and restraints head restraints head restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2 front seats power seat adjustment . . . . . . . 3-3 lumbar adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 reclining seatbac...

  • Page 54: Head Restraints

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-2 seats and restraints head restraints front seats the front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. { warning with head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a g...

  • Page 55: Front Seats

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-3 rear seats the rear seat has adjustable headrests in the outboard seating positions. The height of the headrest can be adjusted. Pull the headrest up to raise it. To lower the headrest, push down on t...

  • Page 56

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-4 seats and restraints lumbar adjustment to adjust the lumbar support: . Press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. . Press and hold the top or bottom of the control to raise or ...

  • Page 57

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-5 do not have a seatback reclined if the vehicle is moving. Memory seats the controls on the driver door are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, power steeri...

  • Page 58

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-6 seats and restraints brake pedals will move to the positions previously stored for the identified driver. Memory remote recall the memory feature can recall the driver seat, outside mirrors, power steering column, and ped...

  • Page 59

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-7 heated and ventilated front seats { warning if you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin, the seat heater may cause burns. To reduce the risk of burns, people with such a condition should...

  • Page 60: Rear Seats

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-8 seats and restraints rear seats the rear seatbacks can be folded to provide more cargo space and access to the midgate. See midgate ® on page 2 ‑ 8 . To fold the seatback: 1. Push the rear seat headrests all the way down....

  • Page 61: Safety Belts

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-9 warning (continued) injury to the person sitting there. Always be sure to press the rear of the seat cushion down. This action locks the seatback in place. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure i...

  • Page 62

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-10 seats and restraints why safety belts work when riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield, the instr...

  • Page 63

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-11 . Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you. . Always use the correct buckle for your seating position. . Wear the lap part of the belt low and snug on the hips, just to...

  • Page 64

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-12 seats and restraints engaging the child restraint locking feature may affect the passenger sensing system, if equipped. See passenger sensing system on page 3 ‑ 25 for more information. If the belt stops before it reach...

  • Page 65

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-13 to unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a ...

  • Page 66

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-14 seats and restraints probably other new parts for the vehicle's safety belt system. See replacing safety belt system parts after a crash on page 3 ‑ 16 . Rear safety belt comfort guides this vehicle may have rear should...

  • Page 67

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-15 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. { warning a safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protecti...

  • Page 68

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-16 seats and restraints a pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion should be worn as low as possible, below the rounding, throughout the pregnancy. The best way to protect the fetus is to protect...

  • Page 69: Airbag System

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-17 warning (continued) crash. To help make sure the safety belt systems are working properly after a crash, have them inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible. After a minor cr...

  • Page 70

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-18 seats and restraints for frontal airbags, the word airbag will appear on the middle part of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger. With seat ‐ mounted side impact ai...

  • Page 71

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-19 { warning children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older childre...

  • Page 72

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-20 seats and restraints the right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. Driver side shown, passenger side similar the seat ‐ mounted side impact airbags for the driver and right f...

  • Page 73

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-21 warning (continued) or even death. The path of an inflating airbag must be kept clear. Do not put anything between an occupant and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel ...

  • Page 74

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-22 seats and restraints frontal airbags are not intended to inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear impacts, or in many side impacts. In addition, the vehicle has dual-stage frontal airbags. Dual-stage airbags adjust the re...

  • Page 75

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-23 frontal airbag modules are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel. For vehicles with seat ‐ mounted side impact airbags, there are airbags modules in the side of the front seatbacks ...

  • Page 76

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-24 seats and restraints { warning when an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in t...

  • Page 77

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-25 passenger sensing system if the vehicle has the passenger airbag status indicator pictured in the following illustration, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenge...

  • Page 78

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-26 seats and restraints an older child riding in a booster seat; and children, who are large enough, using safety belts. A label on the sun visor says, “ never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. ” this is because t...

  • Page 79

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-27 for some children, including children in child restraints, and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag, depending upon th...

  • Page 80

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-28 seats and restraints if the off indicator is lit for an adult-size occupant if a person of adult size is sitting in the right front passenger seat, but the off indicator is lit, it could be because that person is not si...

  • Page 81

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-29 an unoccupied seat. If this is not desired, remove the object from the seat. { warning stowing of articles under the passenger seat or between the passenger seat cushion and seatback may interfere w...

  • Page 82

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-30 seats and restraints of the seat fabric, could also interfere with the operation of the passenger sensing system. This could either prevent proper deployment of the passenger airbag(s) or prevent the passenger sensing s...

  • Page 83: Child Restraints

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-31 replacing airbag system parts after a crash { warning a crash can damage the airbag systems in the vehicle. A damaged airbag system may not work properly and may not protect you and your passenger(s...

  • Page 84

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-32 seats and restraints the manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the fit tes...

  • Page 85

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-33 { warning never allow a child to wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child ...

  • Page 86

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-34 seats and restraints airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for...

  • Page 87

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-35 q: what are the different types of add-on child restraints? A: add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restrai...

  • Page 88

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-36 seats and restraints child restraint systems rear-facing infant seat a rear-facing infant seat provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and...

  • Page 89

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-37 securing an add-on child restraint in the vehicle { warning a child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child rest...

  • Page 90

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-38 seats and restraints we recommend that children and child restraints be secured in a rear seat, including: an infant or a child riding in a rear-facing child restraint; a child riding in a forward-facing child seat; an ...

  • Page 91

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-39 assemblies or latch anchors for additional passengers or child restraints. Adjacent seating positions should not be used if the child restraint prevents access to or interferes with the routing of t...

  • Page 92

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-40 seats and restraints top tether anchor a top tether (a, c) anchors the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment (b) on the child restraint conne...

  • Page 93

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-41 to assist you in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is located near the top tether anchors. The top tether anchors are located on the back of the rear seat frame above the...

  • Page 94

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-42 seats and restraints warning (continued) restraint to a single anchor could cause the anchor or attachment to come loose or even break during a crash. A child or others could be injured. To reduce the risk of serious or...

  • Page 95

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-43 according to your child restraint instructions and the following instructions: if the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, route the t...

  • Page 96

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-44 seats and restraints { warning if either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatbacks to be sure the...

  • Page 97

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-45 securing child restraints (rear seat position) when securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is compatible wit...

  • Page 98

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-46 seats and restraints 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. When the retractor lock is set, the belt can be tightened but not pulled out of the retractor. 5. To tighten the belt, pus...

  • Page 99

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-47 securing child restraints (right front seat position) this vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is a safer place to secure a forward-facing child restraint. See where to put the restraint on page 3 ‑ 37...

  • Page 100

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-48 seats and restraints secured using a safety belt and it uses a top tether, see lower anchors and tethers for children (latch system) on page 3 ‑ 39 for top tether anchor locations. Do not secure a child seat in a positi...

  • Page 101

    Black plate (49,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 seats and restraints 3-49 6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint, pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten the lap portion of the belt, and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When insta...

  • Page 102: Notes

    Black plate (50,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 3-50 seats and restraints 2 notes.

  • Page 103: Storage

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 storage 4-1 storage storage compartments instrument panel storage . . . . . 4-1 glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1 armrest storage . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 104: Luggage/load

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 4-2 storage top-box storage there are top-box storage units on both sides of the rear cargo area. The passenger side contains the tire changing tools. To lock or unlock, use the key then press the key cylinder to open. Luggag...

  • Page 105

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 storage 4-3 e. Water drainage area around both sides of the box and the tailgate side f. Rear drains g. Cargo floor h. Cargo mat maintenance and cleaning to ensure that the water management system performs properly, be sure t...

  • Page 106

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 4-4 storage 2. Do not force the grate. If it does not clip into place, realign the clips with the holes and try again. Side rail channels the side rail channels are located on top of both sides of the cargo area. Flush them o...

  • Page 107: Additional Storage

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 storage 4-5 the cargo mat has cut outs for the four cargo-area floor drains located under the cargo mat near the sides of the cargo area. Periodically flush the drains through the cut outs to clear debris and allow water to d...

  • Page 108

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 4-6 storage reference when removing, storing and reinstalling the panels. 2. Unlock the cargo panel 3 by pulling forward on the driver side and passenger side cargo panel latches, located on the bottom of each cargo panel. 3....

  • Page 109

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 storage 4-7 use the following instructions for the proper storage sequence and location for each panel: 1.1. Secure clip (a) on the storage strap. 1.2. Secure clip (b) on the storage strap. 1.3. Place the remaining primary st...

  • Page 110

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 4-8 storage 4. Tighten all straps by pulling on the free end of each strap. 5. Close both cross locks at the center of the strap system to tightly secure. Panels 3, 2, 1 loaded reinstalling the cargo cover panels the strap sy...

  • Page 111

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 storage 4-9 driver side shown, passenger side similar 2. Place the cover on the cargo box within 10 cm (4 in) of the midgate and lower the rear of the panel within 5 ‐ 8 cm (2 ‐ 3 in) from the top of the cargo box. Push the c...

  • Page 112

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 4-10 storage down making sure that the pegs (a) align with the receivers (b). 6. Push the latches toward the front of the vehicle, starting with the driver side latch, to lock the panel in place. A click sounds when each lat...

  • Page 113: Roof Rack System

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 storage 4-11 roof rack system { warning if something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack — like paneling, plywood, or a mattress — the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driv...

  • Page 114

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 4-12 storage tie the load so tightly that the crossrails or siderails are damaged. . After moving a crossrail, be sure it is securely locked into the siderail. A center high-mounted stoplamp (chmsl) is located above the rear...

  • Page 115: Instruments And

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-1 instruments and controls controls steering wheel adjustment . . . 5-2 steering wheel controls . . . . . . 5-2 heated steering wheel . . . . . . . 5-4 horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 116: Controls

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-2 instruments and controls universal remote system universal remote system . . . 5-43 universal remote system programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-43 universal remote system operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 117

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-3 radio to select preset or favorite radio stations: press and release w or c / x to go to the next or previous radio station stored as a preset or favorite. Cd/dvd to select tracks on a cd/dvd: pre...

  • Page 118

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-4 instruments and controls 2. To stop the scan function, press ¨ again. While listening to a cd/dvd, press and hold ¨ to quickly move forward through the tracks. Release to stop on the desired track. + e : press to increase...

  • Page 119

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-5 windshield washer { warning in freezing weather, do not use the washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. L (washer fl...

  • Page 120

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-6 instruments and controls 4. Press the trip/fuel button until the vehicle heading, for example, n for north, is displayed in the dic. 5. If calibration is necessary, calibrate the compass. See “ compass calibration procedu...

  • Page 121

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-7 clock the analog clock is located on the instrument panel above the radio. The clock is not connected with any other vehicle system and runs by itself. To adjust the clock: 1. The adjustment butto...

  • Page 122: Warning Lights,

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-8 instruments and controls when adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the electrical equipment. See add-on electrical equipment on page 9 ‑ 62 . Notice: hanging he...

  • Page 123

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-9 to do. Follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous..

  • Page 124

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-10 instruments and controls instrument cluster english shown, metric similar.

  • Page 125

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-11 speedometer the speedometer shows the vehicle speed in both kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). Odometer the odometer works together with the driver information center (dic). Pr...

  • Page 126

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-12 instruments and controls here are some situations owners may experience with the fuel gauge. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. . At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads ful...

  • Page 127

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-13 if the driver safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. Passenger safety belt reminder light there is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger airbag sta...

  • Page 128

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-14 instruments and controls if there is a problem with the airbag system, a driver information center (dic) message may also come on. See airbag system messages on page 5 ‑ 32 . Passenger airbag status indicator if the veh...

  • Page 129

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-15 warning (continued) with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See airbag readiness light on page 5 ‑ 13 for more information, incl...

  • Page 130

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-16 instruments and controls notice: if the vehicle is continually driven with this light on, the emission controls might not work as well, the vehicle fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoo...

  • Page 131

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-17 or stumbling on acceleration. These conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up. If one or more of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used. It may require at least one full...

  • Page 132

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-18 instruments and controls vehicle. For normal braking performance, both circuits need to be working. If the warning light comes on and a chime sounds there could be a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected by you...

  • Page 133

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-19 for vehicles with a driver information center (dic), see brake system messages on page 5 ‑ 27 for all brake-related dic messages. Tow/haul mode light for vehicles with the tow/haul mode feature,...

  • Page 134

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-20 instruments and controls if the light comes on and stays on while driving, and a message displays in the driver information center (dic), have the vehicle serviced by the dealer. See ride control system messages on page...

  • Page 135

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-21 if the light comes on and stays on, it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem. Security light the ...

  • Page 136: Information Displays

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-22 instruments and controls see exterior lamp controls on page 6 ‑ 1 for more information. Cruise control light the cruise control light comes on whenever the cruise control is set. The light goes out when the cruise contr...

  • Page 137

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-23 dic buttons the buttons are the trip/fuel, vehicle information, customization, and set/ reset buttons. The button functions are detailed in the following pages. 3 (trip/fuel): press to display t...

  • Page 138

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-24 instruments and controls fuel range press the trip/fuel button until fuel range displays. This display shows the approximate number of remaining kilometers (km) or miles (mi) the vehicle can be driven without refueling....

  • Page 139

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-25 instantaneous economy if your vehicle has this display, press the trip/fuel button until inst econ displays. This display shows the current fuel economy at a particular moment and will change fr...

  • Page 140

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-26 instruments and controls tire pressure on vehicles with the tire pressure monitor system (tpms), the pressure for each tire can be viewed in the dic. The tire pressure will be shown in either kilopascals (kpa) or pounds...

  • Page 141: Vehicle Messages

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-27 vehicle messages messages displayed on the dic indicate the status of the vehicle or some action may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another. The message...

  • Page 142

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-28 instruments and controls check for the message on the dic display. If the message is still displayed or appears again when you begin driving, the brake system needs service. See your dealer. Door ajar messages driver do...

  • Page 143

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-29 normal, the air conditioning compressor turns back on. You can continue to drive your vehicle. If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired by your dealer as soon as possible to...

  • Page 144

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-30 instruments and controls engine power messages engine power is reduced this message displays and a chime sounds when the cooling system temperature gets too hot and the engine further enters the engine coolant protectio...

  • Page 145

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-31 object detection system messages parking assist blocked see owners manual this message displays if there is something interfering with the park assist system. See ultrasonic parking assist on pa...

  • Page 146

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-32 instruments and controls see stabilitrak ® system on page 9 ‑ 36 for more information. If this message continues to be displayed for multiple ignition cycles and on different road surfaces, see your dealer for service. ...

  • Page 147

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-33 tire messages service tire monitor system on vehicles with the tire pressure monitor system (tpms), this message displays if a part on the tpms is not working properly. The tire pressure light a...

  • Page 148

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-34 instruments and controls grade braking on this message displays when the grade braking has been activated while driving on downhill grades. This message will only appear the first time the feature is activated in an ign...

  • Page 149: Vehicle

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-35 vehicle personalization your vehicle may have customization capabilities that allow you to program certain features to one preferred setting. Customization features can only be programmed to one...

  • Page 150

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-36 instruments and controls arabic: all messages will appear in arabic. Chinese: all messages will appear in chinese. Russian: all messages will appear in russian. No change: no change will be made to this feature. The cur...

  • Page 151

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-37 all in park (default): all of the doors, including the tailgate, will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into p (park). No change: no change will be made to this feature. The current setting wil...

  • Page 152

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-38 instruments and controls lights on (default): the exterior lamps will flash when you press the unlock button on the rke transmitter. No change: no change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To...

  • Page 153

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-39 approach lighting this feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lamps turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the remote keyless entry ...

  • Page 154

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-40 instruments and controls there is no default for chime volume. The volume will stay at the last known setting. To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the dic. Park til...

  • Page 155

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-41 original exit position, unless a memory recall took place prior to removing the key again. No change: no change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting...

  • Page 156

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-42 instruments and controls no change: no change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the dic. Remote sta...

  • Page 157: Universal Remote

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-43 to select a setting, press the set/ reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the dic. Exit feature settings this feature allows you to exit the feature settings menu. Press the cus...

  • Page 158

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-44 instruments and controls devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices. Do not use this system with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature. This inclu...

  • Page 159

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-45 3. Immediately return to the vehicle. Press and hold the universal home remote button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light, above the sel...

  • Page 160

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-46 instruments and controls your hand-held transmitter can have between 8 to 12 dip switches depending on the brand of transmitter. The garage door opener receiver (motor head unit) could also have a row of dip switches th...

  • Page 161

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 instruments and controls 5-47 to right, into the universal home remote, when completing step 4. 3. From inside your vehicle, first firmly press all three buttons at the same time for about three seconds. Release the buttons ...

  • Page 162

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 5-48 instruments and controls universal remote system operation press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of a second. The indicator light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. Reprogramming unive...

  • Page 163: Lighting

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 lighting 6-1 lighting exterior lighting exterior lamp controls . . . . . . . . 6-1 exterior lamps off reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-5 headlamp high/low-beam changer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 164

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 6-2 lighting the exterior lamps control has four positions: p (off): turns off the automatic headlamps and daytime running lamps (drl). Turning the headlamp control to the off position again will turn the automatic headlamps ...

  • Page 165

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 lighting 6-3 turned on, it will remain on each time the vehicle is started. Additionally, the intellibeam system must be enabled. To enable the intellibeam system, turn the exterior lamp control to auto, with the turn signal/...

  • Page 166

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 6-4 lighting . Your vehicle's windshield is covered with ice, dirt, haze or other obstructions. . Your vehicle is loaded such that the front end of the vehicle points upward, causing the intellibeam sensor to aim high and not...

  • Page 167

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 lighting 6-5 exterior lamps off reminder if a door is open, a reminder chime sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and the key is out of the ignition. To turn off the chime, turn the headlamp switc...

  • Page 168

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 6-6 lighting to turn off the drl lamps, turn the exterior lamps control to the off position and then release. For vehicles first sold in canada, the transmission must be in the p (park) position before the drl lamps can be tu...

  • Page 170: Interior Lighting

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 6-8 lighting parking lamps and/or low-beam headlamps must be on for the fog lamps to work. The fog lamp button is located on the left side of the instrument panel. # (fog lamps): press to turn the fog lamps on or off. An indi...

  • Page 171: Lighting Features

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 lighting 6-9 dome lamps the dome lamps are located in the overhead console. They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed. Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome la...

  • Page 172

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 6-10 lighting has a voltmeter gauge or a voltage display on the driver information center (dic), you may see the voltage move up or down. This is normal. If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed. The battery can be ...

  • Page 173: Infotainment

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-1 infotainment system introduction infotainment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1 theft-deterrent feature . . . . . . . 7-3 overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3 radio am-fm ra...

  • Page 174

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-2 infotainment system . Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers. . Set up the navigation features, such as entering an address or a preset destination. . Set up phone n...

  • Page 175

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-3 theft-deterrent feature theftlock ® is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle's radio by learning a portion of the vehicle identification number (vin). The radio does not operate if it is stolen o...

  • Page 176

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-4 infotainment system a. O / n (power/volume) b. Z (eject) c. Mark touch screen button d. 0 (zoom in) touch screen button e. Map scale f. North up/heading up symbol g. No gps symbol h. Full map touch screen button i. Source...

  • Page 177

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-5 storing radio station presets to set preset radio stations, do the following: 1. Press o to turn the system on. 2. Press audio and select the desired band (am, fm, or xm (if equipped)). 3. Use the w (t...

  • Page 178

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-6 infotainment system if five or fewer streets are available for the selected city, the system displays the list of streets. If more than five streets are available the system displays the alpha keyboard. Start entering the...

  • Page 179

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-7 enter a destination. See destination on page 7 ‑ 49 for more information on how to enter a destination. 4. Press dest, the route screen displays. Press final destination or stopover. The information sc...

  • Page 180: Radio

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-8 infotainment system 3. Press + or – screen buttons to increase or to decrease the volume of the voice prompts. The system responds with the adjusted voice level. See “ voice prompt ” under configure menu on page 7 ‑ 62 fo...

  • Page 181

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-9 w (tuning knob): turn to go to the next or previous frequency or disc track or chapter. See cd/dvd player on page 7 ‑ 17 or mp3 on page 7 ‑ 25 for more information. Audio: press to display the audio sc...

  • Page 182

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-10 infotainment system fm source shown, other sources similar category: press the screen button, located in the middle of the screen, to get a list of all the selected band stations in the area. Use the up and down arrows ...

  • Page 183

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-11 while the xm audio screen is displaying and a song is being listened to, press tune select to save that particular song. The xm tune select menu displays with options to store by the song title or th...

  • Page 184

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-12 infotainment system sound menu e (sound): press this key or press config to access the sound menu to adjust the treble, midrange, bass, fade, balance, and digital signal processing (dsp). The system automatically stores...

  • Page 185

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-13 2 ch. (channel): enhances surround sound. 5.1 ch. (channel): gives a full affect of surround sound listening. This button is only available when playing dvd video discs that support 5.1 audio and if ...

  • Page 186

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-14 infotainment system little or no adjustments by audiopilot. For more information on audiopilot, visit www.Bose.Com/ audiopilot. Remove/add xm categories (us and canada) press the remove/add xm categories screen button t...

  • Page 187

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-15 siriusxm radio messages xl (explicit language channels): xl on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language. These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a ...

  • Page 188

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-16 infotainment system radio reception frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are pl...

  • Page 189: Audio Players

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-17 satellite radio antenna the xm satellite radio antenna is located on the roof of the vehicle. Keep the antenna clear of obstructions for clear radio reception. If the vehicle has a sunroof, the perfo...

  • Page 190

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-18 infotainment system playing an audio cd j / r (pause/play): press to pause the cd. This button will then change to the play button. Press the play button to play the cd. Random: 1. Press to hear the tracks in random, ra...

  • Page 191

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-19 dvd player can be controlled by the buttons on the navigation system, the rear seat audio (rsa) system, and the remote control. The dvd player can also be used for the rear seat passengers with the r...

  • Page 192

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-20 infotainment system enter: press to select the highlighted option. Return: press to go back to the previous dvd menu. Back: press to go back to the main dvd display screen. Move: press to move the cursor buttons back an...

  • Page 193

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-21 you would like to watch or listen to. This button does not work when the dvd is stopped. Setup: press to display the dvd setup screen. This button is only available when the dvd is not playing. The d...

  • Page 194

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-22 infotainment system menu language: press english, french, or spanish to change the default language of the dvd video menus. The menu language must be available on the disc. The menu language may vary for each dvd. Paren...

  • Page 195

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-23 mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water, and clean it. Wipe the disc from the center to the outer edge. Notice: if a label is added to a cd or dvd, or more than one cd or dvd is inserted int...

  • Page 196

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-24 infotainment system “ ok to disconnect ” and a gm logo may appear on the ipod and ipod appears on the radio's display. The ipod music appears on the radio ’ s display and begins playing. The ipod charges while it is con...

  • Page 197

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-25 or press the top or bottom arrow to jump 10 percent up or down the list. 6. Press the back button to go back to the previous screen. 7. Press the exit button to go back to the main audio screen. 8. P...

  • Page 198

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-26 infotainment system . Bit rates supported: 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, 192, 224, 256, and 320 kbps. . Id3 tag information is displayed by the radio if it is available. The radio supports id3 tag informati...

  • Page 199

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-27 radio displays the file name without the extension (such as .Mp3) as the track name. Track names longer than 32 characters or four pages are shortened. The display does not show parts of words on the...

  • Page 200

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-28 infotainment system 2. Release to stop fast forwarding. The display shows the elapsed time of the track. Q r (folder/artist/album): 1. Select the left or right arrow to go to the previous or next folder, artist, or albu...

  • Page 201: Rear Seat

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-29 wired headphones. See the rear seat infotainment user guide for more information. Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in p (park). See defensive driving on page...

  • Page 202

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-30 infotainment system within the operating range. The operating range for the rse system is above − 20°c ( − 4°f) or below 60° c (140°f). If the temperature of the vehicle is outside this range, heat or cool the vehicle u...

  • Page 203

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-31 infrared transmitters are located at the rear of the overhead console. The headphones shut off automatically to save the battery power if the rse system and rsa are shut off, or if the headphones are...

  • Page 204

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-32 infotainment system white: left audio input red: right audio input the a/v jacks are color coded to match typical home entertainment system equipment. The a/v jacks, located on the rear of the floor console, allow audio...

  • Page 205

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-33 the dvd player is capable of outputting audio to the wired headphone jacks on the rsa system, if the vehicle has this feature. The dvd player can be selected as an audio source on the rsa system. See...

  • Page 206

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-34 infotainment system control does not seem to be working, the batteries might need to be replaced. See “ battery replacement ” later in this section. Objects blocking the line of sight could also affect the function of t...

  • Page 207

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-35 while the dvd is playing, the dvd can be played slowly by pressing the play/pause button then pressing the fast forward button. The dvd continues playing in a slow play mode. Also, reverse can be pla...

  • Page 208

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-36 infotainment system battery replacement to change the remote control batteries: 1. Slide the rear cover back on the remote control. 2. Replace the two batteries in the compartment. Make sure they are installed correctly...

  • Page 209

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-37 tips and troubleshooting chart problem recommended action there is no power. The ignition might not be turned to on/run or acc/ accessory. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black border...

  • Page 210

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-38 infotainment system tips and troubleshooting chart (cont'd) problem recommended action sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or buzzes. Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, and interference ...

  • Page 211

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-39 cleaning the video screen when cleaning the video screen, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water. Use care when directly touching or cleaning the screen, as damage could result. Rear seat a...

  • Page 212

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-40 infotainment system © ¨ (seek): when listening to fm, am, or xm (if equipped), press the seek arrows to go to the previous or to the next station or channels and stay there. This function is inactive, with some radios, ...

  • Page 213: Navigation

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-41 navigation using the navigation system this section presents basic information needed to operate the navigation system. Use the buttons located on the navigation system along with the available touch...

  • Page 214

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-42 infotainment system button cycles through full map and the tab that displays the current audio source (am, fm, xm (if equipped), cd, etc.). Full map displays the screen in full map view. Selecting the audio tab splits t...

  • Page 215

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-43 information such as street names, street address, turn restrictions, etc. A detailed area includes all major highways, service roads, and residential roads. The detailed areas include points of inter...

  • Page 216

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-44 infotainment system if scrolling while the vehicle is in motion, there is one scroll speed and a limited distance to scroll. Keep pressing on the map screen to scroll for a longer distance. If you have used the scroll f...

  • Page 217

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-45 the distance and time to destination symbol indicates the distance and the estimated time remaining to the final destination, depending on the option selected. The straight line to distance symbol in...

  • Page 218

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-46 infotainment system press this screen symbol to switch between heading up, north up, and 3-d view modes. Three-dimensional (3-d) view mode changes the appearance of the map display to a road level view. The no gps symbo...

  • Page 219

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-47 franchise search: 1. Press to display a list of pre-set franchise categories near the vehicle's current location. 2. Press the desired franchise category. 3. Press search selected categories. A list ...

  • Page 220

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-48 infotainment system clear all: press this screen button to clear all selected poi categories. Driving on a route when driving on a routed destination, the map screen automatically displays the next maneuver. The pop-up ...

  • Page 221

    Black plate (49,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-49 dual mode this dual screen symbol displays when the screen is in dual mode. Dual mode displays the route on half of the screen and a maneuver or interstate exit list on the other half. The interstate...

  • Page 222

    Black plate (50,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-50 infotainment system enter the city name or press the last 5 cities screen button. The last 5 cities screen displays a list of the last five city names that had been entered. Select a city from the list and it appears in...

  • Page 223

    Black plate (51,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-51 the number of available streets. Press this button to view the list and select a street. 5. Once a street has been selected, select house to enter the house number. The system displays the house numb...

  • Page 224

    Black plate (52,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-52 infotainment system see “ getting started on your route ” in this section for more information. Point of interest (poi) the point of interest (poi) destination entry method lets you select a destination from the poi lis...

  • Page 225

    Black plate (53,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-53 5. Press go, located next to the poi. The map screen, with the destination marked displays. 6. Select the route preference for fastest, shortest, or other. The system calculates and highlights the ro...

  • Page 226

    Black plate (54,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-54 infotainment system 3. Press go, located next to the destination. The map screen, with the destination marked displays. 4. Select the route preference for fastest, shortest, or other. The system calculates and highlight...

  • Page 227

    Black plate (55,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-55 ) from map: press to enter the from map destination entry method. To use this destination entry method: 1. Press dest. 2. Press ) . A map screen displays with the scrolling symbol. 3. Use 0 / 1 and p...

  • Page 228

    Black plate (56,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-56 infotainment system 5. Press longitude and select either e (east) or w (west) next to enter the direction of the longitude coordinate. Enter the numeric portion of the longitude coordinate. 6. Once both coordinates are ...

  • Page 229

    Black plate (57,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-57 destination map screen low fuel warning when the fuel in the vehicle becomes low, a pop-up displays “ fuel is low. Search for nearby gas station? ” 1. Press ok to show a list of nearby gas stations. ...

  • Page 230

    Black plate (58,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-58 infotainment system . Press map, the navigation system displays the destination map screen. . Press call, the navigation system initiates a call to your destination with your bluetooth phone (if available) or onstar han...

  • Page 231

    Black plate (59,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-59 map destination screen functions if the map screen is used to show destination, it will have map screen capabilities such as go, mark, zoom, scroll, etc. The address is shown at the top of the screen...

  • Page 232

    Black plate (60,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-60 infotainment system t (reverse skip): press to go back to the start point or previous stopover. Q / r (reverse scroll): press to scroll to the start point or previous stopover. The t (reverse skip) button changes to a f...

  • Page 233

    Black plate (61,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-61 7. Select the route preference for fastest, shortest, or other. The system calculates and highlights the route. 8. Press start guidance. The route is now ready to be started. To delete a stopover fro...

  • Page 234

    Black plate (62,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-62 infotainment system to store the current vehicle position as a preset destination: 1. Press mark from the map screen to add the current vehicle position to the address book. The address book screen appears. 2. Press nam...

  • Page 235

    Black plate (63,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-63 and bose audiopilot. See “ radio menu ” under, am-fm radio on page 7 ‑ 8 for more information. Nav (navigation) press config to enter the configure menu options, then press config again, repeatedly u...

  • Page 236

    Black plate (64,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-64 infotainment system 5. Press the name screen button and use the alpha keyboard to edit or add the name. 6. Press ok to save your changes, then press back to return to the address book information screen. To add or chang...

  • Page 237

    Black plate (65,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-65 4. A list of all the address book entries will display. Press and hold clear all. 5. A confirmation pop-up will display. Press ok to delete; press cancel to cancel the operation. Map database informa...

  • Page 238

    Black plate (66,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-66 infotainment system information fully integrated to the navigation system to display current traffic conditions for a driver ’ s chosen route. Xm navtraffic allows drivers to make the most informed, timesaving routing d...

  • Page 239

    Black plate (67,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-67 traffic icon the traffic icon appears on the traffic tab, next to the word traffic, when traffic is found in the local area. The traffic icon has three different condition displays. These are: condit...

  • Page 240

    Black plate (68,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-68 infotainment system an arrow may appear before the distance. The arrow indicates the distance is a straight line distance and it shows the direction of the event from the current vehicle's position. If no arrow appears,...

  • Page 241

    Black plate (69,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-69 . Yellow indicates slightly impaired traffic flow with average speed between 40 km/h (25 mph) and 72 km/h (45 mph). . Green indicates normal traffic flow with average speed above 72 km/h (45 mph). . ...

  • Page 242

    Black plate (70,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-70 infotainment system scrolling to traffic events on the map while scrolling the map, traffic condition icons may appear. Traffic events may appear up to 75 mi (125 km) from your current position. To receive information a...

  • Page 243

    Black plate (71,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-71 detailed traffic event screens traffic event screen the detailed traffic event screens are used to display additional details of a traffic event condition. This screen may display if: . Scrolling to ...

  • Page 244

    Black plate (72,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-72 infotainment system prompts. During a traffic voice prompt, if rpt is pressed, the current prompt playback cancels. Traffic prompts are disabled during onstar (if equipped) or voice recognition activity. Xm weather (if ...

  • Page 245

    Black plate (73,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-73 display press config to enter the configure menu options, then press config repeatedly until display is selected or press the display screen button. Display off press this screen button to turn the d...

  • Page 246

    Black plate (74,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-74 infotainment system for more information about the rear vision camera, see rear vision camera (rvc) on page 9 ‑ 43 in the vehicle owner manual. Rear display(s) press the rear display(s) screen button to allow the choice...

  • Page 247

    Black plate (75,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-75 . After-market glass tinting has been applied to the vehicle's windshield. Notice: do not apply after-market glass tinting to the vehicle's windows. Glass tinting interferes with the system's ability...

  • Page 248

    Black plate (76,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-76 infotainment system problems with route guidance inappropriate route guidance may occur under one or more of the following conditions: . You have not turned onto the road indicated. . Route guidance may not be available...

  • Page 249: Voice Recognition

    Black plate (77,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-77 number, 1-877-nav-disc (1-877-628-3472) or go to the center's website, www.Gmnavdisc.Com. For any updates or replacements, call the gm nav disc center or order the new database online. Have the vehic...

  • Page 250

    Black plate (78,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-78 infotainment system 1. Press and hold srce located on the steering wheel until you hear a beep. The audio system mutes. 2. Clearly state one of the commands listed on the following pages. Helpful hints for stating comma...

  • Page 251

    Black plate (79,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-79 if not currently driving on a route, the system automatically creates the voice tag destination as the final destination. If driving on a route, the system automatically creates the voice tag destina...

  • Page 252: Phone

    Black plate (80,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-80 infotainment system cd, dvd, disc select previous folder: use this command to select the previous folder on the mp3 or audio dvd. Cd help, dvd help, disc help: instructs the system to assist with cd and dvd commands. Au...

  • Page 253

    Black plate (81,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-81 a bluetooth system can use a bluetooth-capable cell phone with a hands-free profile to make and receive phone calls. The system can be used while the key is in the on/run or acc/accessory position. T...

  • Page 254

    Black plate (82,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-82 infotainment system . Up to five cell phones can be paired to the bluetooth system. . The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving. . Pairing only needs to be completed once, unless the pairing information...

  • Page 255

    Black plate (83,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-83 4. Say the name of the phone you want to delete. Connecting to a different phone to connect to a different cell phone, the bluetooth system looks for the next available cell phone in the order in whi...

  • Page 256

    Black plate (84,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-84 infotainment system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last digit has been entered, say “ store, ” and then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this number. Using ...

  • Page 257

    Black plate (85,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-85 after each digit is entered, the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. If an unwanted number is recognized by the system, say “ clear ” at any time to clear the last number. To h...

  • Page 258

    Black plate (86,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-86 infotainment system muting a call during a call, all sounds from inside the vehicle can be muted so that the person on the other end of the call cannot hear them. . To mute a call, press b / g , and then say “ mute call...

  • Page 259

    Black plate (87,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 infotainment system 7-87 3. Say the number or name tag to send. Clearing the system unless information is deleted out of the in-vehicle bluetooth system, it will be retained indefinitely. This includes all saved name tags in...

  • Page 260: Notes

    Black plate (88,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 7-88 infotainment system 2 notes.

  • Page 261: Climate Controls

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 climate controls 8-1 climate controls climate control systems dual automatic climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 air vents air vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6 climate c...

  • Page 262

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 8-2 climate controls climate control with heated and cooled seats shown a. Driver and passenger temperature controls b. Auto (automatic operation) c. Recirculation d. Air conditioning e. Heated and cooled seats f. Fan control...

  • Page 263

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 climate controls 8-3 when in defrost mode the passenger temperature setting cannot be changed. Automatic operation auto (automatic): when automatic operation is active the system will control the inside temperature, the air d...

  • Page 264

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 8-4 climate controls setting will display and the auto light will turn off. The air delivery will remain in automatic operation. Y n z (air delivery mode control): press to change the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. ...

  • Page 265

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 climate controls 8-5 available. If the air conditioning is on and the outside temperature drops below a temperature which is too cool for air conditioning to be effective, the air conditioning light turns off to show that the...

  • Page 266: Air Vents

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 8-6 climate controls air vents use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel to adjust the direction and amount of airflow inside the vehicle. There are also air outlets on the rear of the ...

  • Page 267: Driving And

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-1 driving and operating driving information distracted driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2 defensive driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 drunk driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3 control ...

  • Page 268: Driving Information

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-2 driving and operating towing general towing information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52 driving characteristics and towing tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-52 trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-...

  • Page 269

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-3 { warning taking your eyes off the road too long or too often could cause a crash resulting in injury or death. Focus your attention on driving. Refer to the infotainment section for more information...

  • Page 270

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-4 driving and operating helpful braking tips to keep in mind include: . Keep enough distance between you and the vehicle in front of you. . Avoid needless heavy braking. . Keep pace with traffic. If the engine ever stops wh...

  • Page 271

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-5 the vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder while driving. Follow these tips: 1. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer the vehicle ...

  • Page 272

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-6 driving and operating see the limited warranty and owner assistance information manual. Controlling the vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control the vehicle is to control the spee...

  • Page 273

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-7 for more information about loading the vehicle, see vehicle load limits on page 9 ‑ 14 . Environmental concerns . Always use established trails, roads, and areas that have been set aside for public o...

  • Page 274

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-8 driving and operating { warning heavy braking when going down a hill can cause your brakes to overheat and fade. This could cause loss of control and you or others could be injured or killed. Apply the brakes lightly when...

  • Page 275

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-9 . If an incline must be driven across, and the vehicle starts to slide, turn downhill. This should help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping. { warning getting out of the vehicle ...

  • Page 276

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-10 driving and operating while the exhaust pipe is under water, you will not be able to start the engine. When going through water, the brakes get wet, and it might take longer to stop. See driving on wet roads on page 9 ‑...

  • Page 277

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-11 . Pass with caution. . Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape. . Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled. . Have good tires with proper tread depth. See tires on page 10 ‑ 39 . . ...

  • Page 278

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-12 driving and operating . Pay attention to special road signs (falling rocks area, winding roads, long grades, passing or no-passing zones) and take appropriate action. Winter driving driving on snow or ice drive carefull...

  • Page 279

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-13 warning (continued) if the vehicle is stuck in the snow: . Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe. . Check again from time to time to...

  • Page 280

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-14 driving and operating for information about using tire chains on the vehicle, see tire chains on page 10 ‑ 59 . Rocking your vehicle to get it out turn the steering wheel left and right to clear the area around the fron...

  • Page 281

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-15 { warning do not load the vehicle any heavier than the gross vehicle weight rating (gvwr), or either the maximum front or rear gross axle weight rating (gawr). This can cause systems to break and c...

  • Page 282

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-16 driving and operating steps for determining correct load limit 1. Locate the statement “ the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed xxx kg or xxx lbs ” on your vehicle's placard. 2. Determine the com...

  • Page 283

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-17 example 2 a. Vehicle capacity weight for example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) b. Subtract occupant weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 136 kg (750 lbs) c. Available cargo weight = 113 kg (250 lbs) example 3 a...

  • Page 284

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-18 driving and operating rating (gvwr). The gvwr includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. The certification/tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called gros...

  • Page 285

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-19 vehicle goes. If you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. { warning things you put inside the vehicle can strike and injure people in a sudden stop or turn, o...

  • Page 286: Starting And

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-20 driving and operating (cdc). See continuous damping control (cdc) on page 9 ‑ 38 . This type of level control is fully automatic and will provide a better leveled riding position as well as better handling under a varie...

  • Page 287

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-21 breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. . Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See trailer towing on page 9 ‑ 55 for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more inf...

  • Page 288

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-22 driving and operating will remain active. See retained accessory power (rap) on page 9 ‑ 25 . This position locks the ignition. It may also lock the steering wheel and automatic transmission. The key can be removed in l...

  • Page 289

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-23 for emission inspection purposes. The switch stays in this position when the engine is running. The transmission is also unlocked in this position on automatic transmission vehicles when the brake ...

  • Page 290

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-24 driving and operating happens, hold the ignition switch in the start position to continue engine cranking. Notice: cranking the engine for long periods of time, by returning the key to the start position immediately aft...

  • Page 291

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-25 warning (continued) could be seriously injured. Plug the cord into a properly grounded three-prong 110-volt ac outlet. If the cord will not reach, use a heavy-duty three-prong extension cord rated ...

  • Page 292

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-26 driving and operating warning (continued) it is dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in p (park) with the parking brake firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Do not leave the vehicle when the ...

  • Page 293

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-27 if the vehicle has an uncharged battery or a battery with low voltage, try charging or jump starting the battery. See jump starting on page 10 ‑ 73 for more information. To shift out of p (park) us...

  • Page 294: Engine Exhaust

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-28 driving and operating engine exhaust { warning engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (co) which cannot be seen or smelled. Exposure to co can cause unconsciousness and even death. Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: . T...

  • Page 295: Automatic

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-29 automatic transmission the vehicle has a hydra-matic® 6l80 automatic transmission, and has an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster. The electronic shift position ...

  • Page 296

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-30 driving and operating warning (continued) firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could move very rapidly. You could lose control and hit people or objects. Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at h...

  • Page 297

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-31 downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could result in skidding. See “ skidding ” under loss of control on page 9 ‑ 5 . M (manual mode): this position lets drivers select the ran...

  • Page 298

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-32 driving and operating displayed on the second line. The number displayed in the dic is the highest gear that can be used. However, the vehicle can automatically shift to lower gears as it adjusts to driving conditions. ...

  • Page 299: Drive Systems

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-33 the tow/haul button for three seconds. A dic message will be displayed. See transmission messages on page 5 ‑ 33 . See towing equipment on page 9 ‑ 58 for more information. For other forms of grade...

  • Page 300

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-34 driving and operating if driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to avoid a sudden obstacle, a computer senses that the wheels are slowing down. If one of the whe...

  • Page 301

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-35 brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down, then push down momentarily on the parking brake pedal unt...

  • Page 302: Ride Control Systems

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-36 driving and operating ride control systems stabilitrak ® system the vehicle has a vehicle stability enhancement system called stabilitrak. It is an advanced computer-controlled system that assists the driver with direct...

  • Page 303

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-37 the tcs/stabilitrak button is located on the instrument panel. The traction control part of stabilitrak can be turned off by pressing and releasing the tcs/ stabilitrak button if both systems (trac...

  • Page 304

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-38 driving and operating engine speed management will be disabled. In this mode, engine power is not reduced automatically and the driven wheels can spin more freely. This can cause the brake-traction control to activate c...

  • Page 305: Cruise Control

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-39 independently adjust the damping level to provide the optimum vehicle ride. Autoride and magneride also interact with the tow/haul mode that, when activated, will provide additional control of the ...

  • Page 306

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-40 driving and operating this vehicle has a hydra-matic 6-speed automatic transmission, see “ grade braking ” under tow/ haul mode on page 9 ‑ 32 for an explanation of how cruise control interacts with the range selection ...

  • Page 307

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-41 resuming a set speed if the cruise control is set at a desired speed and then the brakes are applied, the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory. Once the vehicle sp...

  • Page 308: Object Detection

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-42 driving and operating ending cruise control there are three ways to end cruise control: . To disengage cruise control, step lightly on the brake pedal. . Press the [ button on the steering wheel. . To turn off the cruis...

  • Page 309

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-43 press this button, located next to the radio, to disable urpa. The indicator light comes on and parking assist off displays on the driver information center (dic) to indicate that urpa is off. See ...

  • Page 310

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-44 driving and operating warning (continued) or under the vehicle. Perceived distances may be different from actual distances. Do not back the vehicle using only the rvc screen, during longer, higher speed backing maneuver...

  • Page 311

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-45 symbols the navigation system may have a feature that allows for viewing parking assist symbols on the navigation screen while using the rvc. The ultrasonic rear park assist (urpa) system must not ...

  • Page 312

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-46 driving and operating a. View displayed by the camera a. View displayed by the camera b. Corners of the rear bumper displayed images may be further or closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects w...

  • Page 313: Fuel

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-47 fuel use of the recommended fuel is an important part of the proper maintenance of this vehicle. To help keep the engine clean and maintain optimum vehicle performance, we recommend the use of gaso...

  • Page 314

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-48 driving and operating tricarbonyl (mmt). We recommend against the use of gasolines containing mmt. See fuel additives on page 9 ‑ 48 for additional information. California fuel requirements if the vehicle is certified t...

  • Page 315

    Black plate (49,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-49 gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, and reformulated gasolines might be available in your area. We recommend that you use these gasolines, if they comply with the specifica...

  • Page 316

    Black plate (50,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-50 driving and operating (7 mi) to allow the vehicle to adapt to the change in ethanol concentration. E85 has less energy per liter (gallon) than gasoline, so you will need to refill the fuel tank more often when using e85...

  • Page 317

    Black plate (51,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-51 the tethered fuel cap is located behind a hinged fuel door on the driver side of the vehicle. If the vehicle has e85 fuel capability, the fuel cap will be yellow and state that e85 or gasoline can ...

  • Page 318: Towing

    Black plate (52,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-52 driving and operating warning (continued) . Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete. . Do not smoke while ...

  • Page 319

    Black plate (53,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-53 warning (continued) when towing a trailer: . Do not drive with the liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most window open. . Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel. . Also adjust the ...

  • Page 320

    Black plate (54,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-54 driving and operating important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. Driving on grades reduce speed and shift to a lower gear before starting down a long or steep downgrade. If the trans...

  • Page 321

    Black plate (55,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-55 maintenance when trailer towing the vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See maintenance schedule on page 11 ‑ 3 . Things that are especially important in trailer operation are ...

  • Page 322

    Black plate (56,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-56 driving and operating it depends on how the rig is used. Speed, altitude, road grades, outside temperature and how much the vehicle is used to pull a trailer are all important. It can depend on any special equipment on ...

  • Page 323

    Black plate (57,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-57 vehicle axle ratio maximum trailer weight *gcwr awd 6.2l 3.42 3 447 kg (7,600 lbs) 6 350 kg (14,000 lbs) *the gross combination weight rating (gcwr) in the total allowable weight of the completely ...

  • Page 324

    Black plate (58,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-58 driving and operating vehicle series hitch type maximum tongue weight 1500 weight carrying 272 kg (600 lbs) 1500 weight distributing 453 kg (1,000 lbs) do not exceed the maximum allowable tongue weight for the vehicle. ...

  • Page 325

    Black plate (59,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-59 “ weight of the trailer tongue ” under trailer towing on page 9 ‑ 55 for rating limits with various hitch types. If a step-bumper hitch will be used, the bumper could be damaged in sharp turns. Mak...

  • Page 326

    Black plate (60,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-60 driving and operating do not tap into the vehicle's hydraulic system. Trailer wiring harness heavy-duty trailer wiring harness package the vehicle has a seven-pin universal heavy-duty trailer connector attached to the r...

  • Page 327

    Black plate (61,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 driving and operating 9-61 tow/haul mode pressing this button at the end of the shift lever turns on and off the tow/haul mode. This indicator light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when the tow/haul mode is on. Tow/...

  • Page 328: Conversions And

    Black plate (62,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 9-62 driving and operating conversions and add-ons add-on electrical equipment notice: some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would not be covered by the warranty. Always check w...

  • Page 329: Vehicle Care

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-1 vehicle care general information general information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 california proposition 65 warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2 california perchlorate materials requirements . . . . 10...

  • Page 330: General Information

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-2 vehicle care tire pressure monitor system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-48 tire pressure monitor operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-49 tire inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-52 tire rotatio...

  • Page 331: Vehicle Checks

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-3 cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems, many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals. California perchlorate...

  • Page 332

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-4 vehicle care this vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see servicing the airbag-equipped vehicle on page 3 ‑ 29 . Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the...

  • Page 333

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-5 engine compartment overview 6.2l v8 engine.

  • Page 334

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-6 vehicle care a. Engine air cleaner/filter on page 10 ‑ 12 . B. Coolant surge tank and pressure cap. See cooling system on page 10 ‑ 13 . C. Remote positive (+) terminal. See jump starting on page 10 ‑ 73 . D. Battery on ...

  • Page 335

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-7 checking engine oil it is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handle is a loop. See ...

  • Page 336

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-8 vehicle care specification use and ask for licensed engine oils with the dexos1® approved certification mark. Engine oils meeting the requirements for the vehicle should have the dexos1 approved certification mark. This ...

  • Page 337

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-9 engine oil life system when to change engine oil this vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on a combination of factors which include engine rev...

  • Page 338

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-10 vehicle care notice: use of the incorrect automatic transmission fluid may damage the vehicle, and the damages may not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always use the automatic transmission fluid listed in recommend...

  • Page 339

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-11 1. Locate the transmission dipstick at the rear of the engine compartment, on the passenger side of the vehicle. See engine compartment overview on page 10 ‑ 5 for more information. 2. Flip the handle up a...

  • Page 340

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-12 vehicle care see engine compartment overview on page 10 ‑ 5 for more information. 2. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel. 3. Install the dipstick by pushing it ...

  • Page 341

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-13 remains covered with dirt, a new filter is required. Never use compressed air to clean the filter. Replacing the engine air cleaner/ filter 1. Locate the air cleaner/filter assembly. See engine compartment...

  • Page 342

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-14 vehicle care a. Coolant surge tank b. Coolant surge tank pressure cap c. Engine cooling fan(s) (out of view) { warning an electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and ...

  • Page 343

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-15 warning (continued) mixture, the engine could get too hot but you would not get the overheat warning. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Use a 50/ 50 mixture of clean, drinkable...

  • Page 344

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-16 vehicle care the coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. See engine compartment overview on page 10 ‑ 5 for more information on location. The coolant level should b...

  • Page 345

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-17 2. Keep turning the pressure cap slowly and remove it. 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture to the full cold mark. 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and le...

  • Page 346

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-18 vehicle care if the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, but instead get service help right away. See roadside service (mexico) on page 13 ‑ 7 or roadside service (u.S. And canada) on page 1...

  • Page 347

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-19 . Tows a trailer. See trailer towing on page 9 ‑ 55 . If the engine overheated stop engine or the engine overheated idle engine message appears with no sign of steam, try this for a minute or so: if the ov...

  • Page 348

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-20 vehicle care might be heard. This is normal and indicates that the cooling system is functioning properly. The fans change to low speed when additional cooling is no longer required. Power steering fluid see engine com...

  • Page 349

    Black plate (21,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-21 displays, washer fluid will need to be added to the windshield washer fluid reservoir. Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See engine compartment overview on...

  • Page 350

    Black plate (22,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-22 vehicle care brake linings should always be replaced as complete axle sets. Brake pedal travel see your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This ...

  • Page 351

    Black plate (23,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-23 { warning if too much brake fluid is added, it can spill on the engine and burn, if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and the vehicle could be damaged. Add brake fluid only when work...

  • Page 352

    Black plate (24,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-24 vehicle care . If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle's painted surfaces, the paint finish can be damaged. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on the vehicle. If you do, wash it off immediately. Battery refer to the ...

  • Page 353

    Black plate (25,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-25 a. Drain plug b. Fill plug if the level is below the bottom of the fill plug (b) hole, located on the transfer case, some lubricant will need to be added. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bot...

  • Page 354

    Black plate (26,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-26 vehicle care noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. All axle assemblies are filled by volume of fluid during production. They are not filled to reach a certain level. Whe...

  • Page 355

    Black plate (27,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-27 do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in p (park) or n (neutral). If the veh...

  • Page 356

    Black plate (28,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-28 vehicle care park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the parking brake. . To check the parking brake's holding ability: with the engine running and the...

  • Page 357: Headlamp Aiming

    Black plate (29,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-29 headlamp aiming headlamp aim has been preset and should need no further adjustment. If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the headlamp aim may be affected. If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary, see ...

  • Page 358

    Black plate (30,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-30 vehicle care 1. Open the tailgate. See tailgate on page 2 ‑ 14 . 2. Remove the two screws from the taillamp assembly. 3. Pull the taillamp assembly rearward until disengaging the two outer pins of the taillamp assembly...

  • Page 359: Electrical System

    Black plate (31,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-31 exterior lamp bulb number rear turn signal lamp, taillamp, and stoplamp 3047k sidemarker lamp 194ll for replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your dealer. Electrical system electrical system overload ...

  • Page 360

    Black plate (32,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-32 vehicle care fuses and circuit breakers the wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of fi...

  • Page 361

    Black plate (33,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-33.

  • Page 362

    Black plate (34,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-34 vehicle care the vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses usage 1 right trailer stop/ turn lamp 2 electronic stability suspension control, automatic level control exhaust 3 l...

  • Page 363

    Black plate (35,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-35 fuses usage 31 daytime running lamps (drl) (if equipped) 32 driver side high-beam headlamp 33 daytime running lamps 2 (if equipped) 34 sunroof 35 key ignition system, theft ‐ deterrent system 36 windshield...

  • Page 364

    Black plate (36,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-36 vehicle care j-case fuses usage 60 cooling fan 2 61 antilock brake system 1 62 starter 63 stud 2 (trailer brakes) 64 left bussed electrical center 1 65 electric running boards 66 not used 67 transfer case 68 stud 1 (tr...

  • Page 365

    Black plate (37,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-37 instrument panel fuse block the instrument panel fuse block access door is located on the driver side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. The vehicle may not be equip...

  • Page 366

    Black plate (38,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-38 vehicle care fuses usage 6 driver side turn signal, stoplamp 7 instrument panel back lighting 8 passenger side turn signal, stoplamp 9 passenger door module, driver unlock 10 power door lock 2 (unlock feature) 11 power...

  • Page 367: Wheels And Tires

    Black plate (39,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-39 top view harness connector usage body 2 body harness connector 2 body 1 body harness connector 1 body 3 body harness connector 3 headliner 3 headliner harness connector 3 harness connector usage headliner ...

  • Page 368

    Black plate (40,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-40 vehicle care warning (continued) . Underinflated tires pose the same danger as overloaded tires. The resulting crash could cause serious injury. Check all tires frequently to maintain the recommended pressure. Tire pre...

  • Page 369

    Black plate (41,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-41 all-season tires this vehicle may come with all-season tires. These tires are designed to provide good overall performance on most road surfaces and weather conditions. Original equipment tires designed to...

  • Page 370

    Black plate (42,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-42 vehicle care tire sidewall labeling useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall. The example shows a typical passenger vehicle tire sidewall. Passenger (p-metric) tire (a) tire size : the tire size code...

  • Page 371

    Black plate (43,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-43 resistance. For more information, see uniform tire quality grading on page 10 ‑ 56 . (g) maximum cold inflation load limit : maximum load that can be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that...

  • Page 372

    Black plate (44,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-44 vehicle care tire terminology and definitions air pressure : the amount of air inside the tire pressing outward on each square inch of the tire. Air pressure is expressed in kpa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds per square i...

  • Page 373

    Black plate (45,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-45 intended outboard sidewall : the side of an asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kpa) : the metric unit for air pressure. Light truck (lt-metric) tire : a...

  • Page 374

    Black plate (46,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-46 vehicle care speed rating : an alphanumeric code assigned to a tire indicating the maximum speed at which a tire can operate. Traction : the friction between the tire and the road surface. The amount of grip provided. ...

  • Page 375

    Black plate (47,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-47 overinflated tires, or tires that have too much air, can result in: . Unusual wear. . Poor handling. . Rough ride. . Needless damage from road hazards. The tire and loading information label on the vehicle...

  • Page 376

    Black plate (48,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-48 vehicle care tire pressure for high-speed operation { warning driving at high speeds, 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat buildup and can...

  • Page 377

    Black plate (49,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-49 please note that the tpms is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver's responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation has not reached the level to trig...

  • Page 378

    Black plate (50,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-50 vehicle care tires to the recommended pressure shown on the tire and loading information label. See vehicle load limits on page 9 ‑ 14 . A message to check the pressure in a specific tire displays in the driver informa...

  • Page 379

    Black plate (51,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-51 . The tpms sensor matching process was not done or not completed successfully after rotating the tires. The malfunction light and the dic message should go off after successfully completing the sensor matc...

  • Page 380

    Black plate (52,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-52 vehicle care 4. Start with the driver side front tire. 5. Place the relearn tool against the tire sidewall, near the valve stem. Then press the button to activate the tpms sensor. A horn chirp confirms that the sensor ...

  • Page 381

    Black plate (53,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-53 use this rotation pattern when rotating the tires. Do not include the spare tire in the tire rotation. Adjust the front and rear tires to the recommended inflation pressure on the tire and loading informat...

  • Page 382

    Black plate (54,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-54 vehicle care treadwear indicators are one way to tell when it is time for new tires. Treadwear indicators appear when the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) or less of tread remaining. Some commercial truck tires may not...

  • Page 383

    Black plate (55,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-55 traction control, and tire pressure monitoring performance. Gm's tpc spec number is molded onto the tire's sidewall near the tire size. If the tires have an all-season tread design, the tpc spec number wil...

  • Page 384

    Black plate (56,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-56 vehicle care if the vehicle tires must be replaced with a tire that does not have a tpc spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction (radial) as the original tires. Vehicles...

  • Page 385

    Black plate (57,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-57 treadwear, traction, and temperature performance. This applies only to vehicles sold in the united states. The grades are molded on the sidewalls of most passenger car tires. The uniform tire quality gradi...

  • Page 386

    Black plate (58,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-58 vehicle care conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire f...

  • Page 387

    Black plate (59,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-59 or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance, and tire or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. Used replacement wheels { warning replacing a wheel with a used one...

  • Page 388

    Black plate (60,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-60 vehicle care { warning driving on a flat tire will cause permanent damage to the tire. Re-inflating a tire after it has been driven on while severely underinflated or flat may cause a blowout and a serious crash. Never...

  • Page 389

    Black plate (61,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-61 when the vehicle has a flat tire (b), use the following example as a guide to assist in the placement of the wheel blocks (a). A. Wheel block b. Flat tire the following information explains how to repair o...

  • Page 390

    Black plate (62,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-62 vehicle care jack (e). Place the wheel blocks where needed as indicated in previously in this section. The tools for changing a flat tire are located in the passenger side top-box storage unit. To remove the tools: 1. ...

  • Page 391

    Black plate (63,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-63 4. Insert the open end of the extension (f) through the hole in the rear bumper (g) (hoist shaft access hole). Be sure the hoist end (f) of the extension connects to the hoist shaft. The ribbed square end ...

  • Page 392

    Black plate (64,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-64 vehicle care tilt the retainer and pull it through the center of the wheel along with the cable and guide pin. 8. Put the spare tire near the flat tire. Removing the flat tire and installing the spare tire a. Jack b. W...

  • Page 393

    Black plate (65,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-65 jacking locations (overall view) a. Front position b. Rear position { warning getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured...

  • Page 394

    Black plate (66,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-66 vehicle care rear position rear tire flat: if the flat tire is on a rear tire of the vehicle, use the jack handle (b) and both jack handle extensions (c). Attach the wheel wrench (d) to the jack handle extensions (c). ...

  • Page 395

    Black plate (67,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-67 { warning never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 9. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts tow...

  • Page 396

    Black plate (68,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-68 vehicle care storing a flat or spare tire and tools { warning storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment co...

  • Page 397

    Black plate (69,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-69 tilt the retainer down through the center wheel opening. 3. Assemble the two jack handle extensions (i) and wheel wrench (h), as shown. 4. Insert the open end of the extension (f) through the hole in the r...

  • Page 398

    Black plate (70,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-70 vehicle care 2. Assemble the wheel blocks and jack together with the wing nut by reversing step 2 under “ removing the spare tire and tools. ” 3. Replace the jack cover and tighten the jack-cover wing nuts. Secondary l...

  • Page 399

    Black plate (71,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-71 a. Jack b. Wheel blocks 7. Place the bottom edge of the jack (a) on the wheel blocks (b), separating them so that the jack is balanced securely. 8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheel wrench to th...

  • Page 400

    Black plate (72,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-72 vehicle care 13. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack and carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push against the spare while firmly pulling the jack out from under the spare tire with the other hand. If the sp...

  • Page 401: Jump Starting

    Black plate (73,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-73 jump starting for more information about the vehicle battery, see battery on page 10 ‑ 24 . If the vehicle's battery (or batteries) has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables ...

  • Page 402

    Black plate (74,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-74 vehicle care accessory power outlets. Turn off the radio and all the lamps that are not needed. This avoids sparks and helps save both batteries. And it could save the radio! 4. Open the hood on the other vehicle and l...

  • Page 403

    Black plate (75,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-75 warning (continued) add water to take care of that first. If you do not, explosive gas could be present. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Do not get it on you. If you accidentally get it in y...

  • Page 404

    Black plate (76,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-76 vehicle care battery. Use a remote negative ( − ) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative ( − ) cable does not go to the dead battery....

  • Page 405: Towing

    Black plate (77,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-77 towing towing the vehicle notice: incorrectly towing a disabled vehicle may cause damage. The damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed car carrier or a wheel...

  • Page 406: Appearance Care

    Black plate (78,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-78 vehicle care notice: towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, or even with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components. Do not tow an all-wheel-drive vehicle wit...

  • Page 407

    Black plate (79,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-79 cleaners that are marked safe for painted surfaces to remove foreign matter. Occasional hand waxing or mild polishing should be done to remove residue from the paint finish. See your dealer for approved cl...

  • Page 408

    Black plate (80,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-80 vehicle care tires use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to clean the tires. Notice: using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the vehicle may damage the paint finish and/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, al...

  • Page 409

    Black plate (81,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-81 material to parts repaired or replaced to restore corrosion protection. Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide the corrosion protection while maintaining the vehicle warranty. Finish damage q...

  • Page 410

    Black plate (82,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-82 vehicle care 3.78 l (1 gal) of water. A concentrated soap solution will leave a residue that creates streaks and attracts dirt. Do not use solutions that contain strong or caustic soap. . Do not heavily saturate the up...

  • Page 411

    Black plate (83,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-83 3. Start on the outside edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Rotate the cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently to prevent forcing the soil in to the fabric. 4. Continue gently rubbing the ...

  • Page 412

    Black plate (84,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-84 vehicle care thorough cleaning, use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with a mild soap solution. Notice: soaking or saturating leather, especially perforated leather, as well as other interior surfaces, may cause perman...

  • Page 413

    Black plate (85,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 vehicle care 10-85 . Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn it over. . Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat. . Use only a single floor mat on the driver side. . Do not place one floor ma...

  • Page 414: Notes

    Black plate (86,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 10-86 vehicle care 2 notes.

  • Page 415: Service And

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 service and maintenance 11-1 service and maintenance general information general information . . . . . . . . . . 11-1 cadillac premium care maintenance cadillac premium care maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-3 main...

  • Page 416

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 11-2 service and maintenance technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items like tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper blades. Notice: damage...

  • Page 417: Cadillac Premium

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 service and maintenance 11-3 cadillac premium care maintenance your vehicle comes with the cadillac premium care maintenance. It is a maintenance program that covers select maintenance services during the first 4 years or 80 ...

  • Page 418

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 11-4 service and maintenance for more than a year. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and the oil life system must be reset. Your trained dealer technician can perform this work. If the engine oil ...

  • Page 419

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 service and maintenance 11-5 . Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See park brake and p (park) mechanism check on page 10 ‑ 27 . . Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding. Replac...

  • Page 420

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 11-6 service and maintenance.

  • Page 421

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 service and maintenance 11-7 footnotes — maintenance schedule additional required services — normal (1) check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook-up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve, if the v...

  • Page 422

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 11-8 service and maintenance.

  • Page 423: Special Application

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 service and maintenance 11-9 footnotes — maintenance schedule additional required services — severe (1) check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook-up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve, if the v...

  • Page 424

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 11-10 service and maintenance . To avoid break ‐ down or failure to start the vehicle, maintain a battery with full cranking power. . Trained dealer technicians have the diagnostic equipment to test the battery and ensure th...

  • Page 425

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 service and maintenance 11-11 the shocks and struts for signs of leaking, blown seals, or damage, and can advise when service is needed. Tires tires need to be properly inflated, rotated, and balanced. Maintaining the tires ...

  • Page 426

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 11-12 service and maintenance recommended fluids, lubricants, and parts recommended fluids and lubricants fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage ...

  • Page 427

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 service and maintenance 11-13 usage fluid/lubricant front and rear axle sae 75w-90 synthetic axle lubricant (gm part no. 89021677, in canada 89021678). Transfer case dexron®-vi automatic transmission fluid. Front axle propsh...

  • Page 428

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 11-14 service and maintenance maintenance replacement parts replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part gm part number acdelco part number engine air clean...

  • Page 429: Maintenance Records

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 service and maintenance 11-15 maintenance records after the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all...

  • Page 430

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 11-16 service and maintenance date odometer reading serviced by maintenance stamp services performed.

  • Page 431: Technical Data

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 technical data 12-1 technical data vehicle identification vehicle identification number (vin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 service parts identification label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-1 vehicle data...

  • Page 432: Vehicle Data

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 12-2 technical data vehicle data capacities and specifications the following approximate capacities are given in metric and english conversions. See recommended fluids and lubricants on page 11 ‑ 12 for more information. Appl...

  • Page 433

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 technical data 12-3 engine specifications engine vin code transmission spark plug gap 6.2l v8 f automatic 1.01 mm (0.040 in).

  • Page 434

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 12-4 technical data engine drive belt routing.

  • Page 435: Customer

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 customer information 13-1 customer information customer information customer satisfaction procedure (u.S. And canada) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-1 customer satisfaction procedure (mexico) . . . . . . . . 13-3 ...

  • Page 436

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 13-2 customer information step two: if after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by your dealership without further help, in the u.S., call the cadillac customer assistance...

  • Page 437

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 customer information 13-3 step three — canadian owners: in the event that you do not feel your concerns have been addressed after following the procedure outlined in steps one and two, general motors of canada limited wants y...

  • Page 438

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 13-4 customer information if you have a problem that has not been satisfactorily handled through the normal means, we suggest the following steps: step one explain your case to your dealer service agent, service manager, deal...

  • Page 439

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 customer information 13-5 canada general motors of canada limited canadian cadillac customer care centre, mail code: ca1-163-005 1908 colonel sam drive oshawa, ontario l1h 8p7 www.Gm.Ca 1-888-446-2000 1-800-263-3830 (for text...

  • Page 440

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 13-6 customer information online owner center online owner experience (u.S.) my.Cadillac.Com the cadillac online owner experience is a one-stop resource that allows interaction with cadillac and keeps important vehicle-specif...

  • Page 441

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 customer information 13-7 this program is available to qualified applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for the vehicle, such as hand controls or a wheelchair/ scooter lift for t...

  • Page 442

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 13-8 customer information . *dealership location assistance : information regarding addresses and telephone numbers for cadillac dealers. . Emergency towing : tow to the nearest dealer for warranty service if the vehicle cann...

  • Page 443

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 customer information 13-9 assistance, depending on availability at the chosen destination. Restrictions apply based on vehicle specifications. If you are on the road, taxi service to the nearest bus station or airport will be...

  • Page 444

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 13-10 customer information routine vehicle repair costs are not covered by the roadside assistance program. For more information, see your new vehicle warranty. Contacting roadside assistance roadside assistance services are...

  • Page 445

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 customer information 13-11 claims are made too often, or the same type of claim is made many times. Cadillac owner privileges ™ . Emergency fuel delivery: delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service...

  • Page 446

    Black plate (12,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 13-12 customer information services specific to canadian-purchased vehicles . Fuel delivery: reimbursement is approximately $5 canadian. Diesel fuel delivery may be restricted. Propane and other fuels are not provided throug...

  • Page 447

    Black plate (13,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 customer information 13-13 entitled “ limited warranty and owner assistance information ” furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information. Transportation options warranty service can generally...

  • Page 448

    Black plate (14,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 13-14 customer information general motors reserves the right to unilaterally modify, change, or discontinue courtesy transportation at any time and to resolve all questions of claim eligibility pursuant to the terms and cond...

  • Page 449

    Black plate (15,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 customer information 13-15 various insurance policy terms. Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to the gm vehicle by limiting compensation for damage repairs by using aftermarket collision parts. Some insurance...

  • Page 450

    Black plate (16,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 13-16 customer information original gm parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by the gm vehicle warranty. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but you must live with the repair. Depending on your policy limit...

  • Page 451: Reporting Safety

    Black plate (17,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 customer information 13-17 or write to: helm, incorporated attention: customer service 47911 halyard drive plymouth, mi 48170 prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for...

  • Page 452: Vehicle Data

    Black plate (18,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 13-18 customer information reporting safety defects to the canadian government if you live in canada, and you believe that the vehicle has a safety defect, notify transport canada immediately, and notify general motors of ca...

  • Page 453

    Black plate (19,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 customer information 13-19 event data recorders this vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (edr). The main purpose of an edr is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air bag deployme...

  • Page 454

    Black plate (20,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 13-20 customer information other trip information. See using the navigation system on page 7 ‑ 41 for information on stored data and for deletion instructions. Radio frequency identification (rfid) rfid technology is used in...

  • Page 455: Onstar

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 onstar 14-1 onstar onstar overview onstar overview . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-1 onstar services emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2 security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-2 navigation . . . . ....

  • Page 456: Onstar Services

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 14-2 onstar push the onstar emergency button > to get a priority connection to an emergency advisor available 24/ 7 to: . Get help for an emergency. . Be a good samaritan or respond to an amber alert. . Get crisis assistance ...

  • Page 457

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 onstar 14-3 using voice commands during a planned route cancel route 1. Push = . System responds: “ onstar ready, ” then a tone. Say “ cancel route. ” system responds: “ do you want to cancel directions? ” 2. Say “ yes. ” sys...

  • Page 458

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 14-4 onstar 2. Say “ call. ” system responds: “ please say the name or number to call. ” 3. Say the entire number without pausing, including a “ 1 ” and the area code. System responds: “ ok calling. ” calling 911 emergency 1....

  • Page 460

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 14-6 onstar network capacity, reception, and technology compatible with onstar service. Service involving location information about the vehicle cannot work unless gps signals are available, unobstructed, and compatible with ...

  • Page 462

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 14-8 onstar privacy the complete onstar privacy statement may be found at www.Onstar.Com. Privacy-sensitive users of wireless communications are cautioned that the privacy of any information sent via wireless cellular communi...

  • Page 463

    Black plate (1,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 index i-1 a accessories and modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3 accessory power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25 active fuel management ® . . . . . 9-27 add-on electrical equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 464

    Black plate (2,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 i-2 index b battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-24 jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-73 load management . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 power protection . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-10 voltage an...

  • Page 465

    Black plate (3,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 index i-3 cleaning exterior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-78 interior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-81 climate control systems dual automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1 clock . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 466

    Black plate (4,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 i-4 index driving (cont'd) off-road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5 off-road recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4 vehicle load limits . . . . . . . . . . .9-14 wet roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-...

  • Page 467

    Black plate (5,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 index i-5 front axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-25 front fog lamp light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-20 front seats heated and ventilated . . . . . . . . . 3-7 fuel . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 468

    Black plate (6,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 i-6 index heated steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3 heated and ventilated front seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7 heated mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-19 heater engine ....

  • Page 469

    Black plate (7,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 index i-7 lights (cont'd) high/low beam changer . . . . . . 6-4 safety belt reminders . . . . . . . . 5-11 security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-20 stabilitrak ® off . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-18 tire pressure...

  • Page 470

    Black plate (8,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 i-8 index n navigation destination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-48 onstar ® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-2 symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-43 using the system . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 471

    Black plate (9,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 index i-9 power (cont'd) seat adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3 steering fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-20 windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-21 power assist steps . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-...

  • Page 472

    Black plate (10,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 i-10 index roads driving, wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-10 roadside service . . . . . . . 13-7, 13-10 roof sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-23 roof rack system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11 ...

  • Page 473

    Black plate (11,1) cadillac escalade ext owner manual - 2013 - crc - 4/5/12 index i-11 shift lock control function check, automatic transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-27 shifting into park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-25 out of park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9...

  • Page 474

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