Cadillac ESCALADE ESV 2005 Specifications

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

Power LumbarYour vehicle’s seats may be equipped with powerlumbar.You can increase ordecrease lumbar supportin an area of the lowerseatback with this

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The low setting warms the seatback and cushion untilthe seat temperature is near body temperature. Themedium and high settings heat the seatback and s

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

If you set off the alarm by accident, unlock any door withthe key. You can also turn off the alarm by pressingunlock on the remote keyless entry trans

Starting and Operating YourVehicleNew Vehicle Break-InNotice: Your vehicle does not need an elaboratebreak-in. But it will perform better in the long

B (Accessory): This position lets you use thingslike the radio and the windshield wipers when theengine is off.Notice: Lengthy operation of features s

When starting your engine in very cold weather(below 0°F or −18°C), do this:1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn theignition key to START

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

Automatic Transmission OperationYour vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmissionand features an electronic shift position indicatorlocated with

To rock your vehicle back and forth to get out of snow,ice or sand without damaging your transmission,see If You Are Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow

If you manually select SECOND (2), the transmissionwill drive in second gear. You may use this featurefor reducing the speed of the rear wheels when y

All-Wheel DriveWith this feature, engine power is sent to all four wheelswhen extra traction is needed.This is like four-wheel drive, but there is no

To operate the heated and cooled seats, do thefollowing:1. Press the red heat button (A) or the blue coolbutton (B).2. Choose one of the following:I (

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

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

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

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

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

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

3. Keep pressing the on/off button until the desiredzone number appears in the display. Release thebutton. After approximately four seconds ofinactivi

Outside Power MirrorsThe controls are locatedon the driver’s doorarmrest.Move the upper selector switch to the left or right tochoose the mirror to be

Outside Convex Mirror{CAUTION:A convex mirror can make things (like othervehicles) look farther away than they really are.If you cut too sharply into

Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrorwith Curb View AssistYour vehicle may have this feature.The driver’s outside mirror will adjust for the glare ofthe he

{CAUTION:Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicleis in motion can be dangerous. Even if youbuckle up, your safety belts can not do theirjob wh

Directions and Connections Plan•Automatic Notification of Airbag Deployment• Emergency Services• Roadside Assistance• Stolen Vehicle Tracking• Accident

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

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

If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two secondsand then turns to a constant light, continue withSteps 6 through 8 following to complete theprogr

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

Storage AreasGlove BoxOpen the glove box by pulling the bottom of thehandle upward.Cupholder(s)Your vehicle is equipped with cupholders for the fronta

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

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

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

3. Move the other end of the cover forward and holdit next to the passenger’s side trim panel slot.4. Push the button on top of the passenger’s sideen

The front head restraints can also be tilted forward inaddition to being slid up or down. To tilt either ofthe front head restraints do the following:

The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade whichyou can pull forward to block sun rays.If a hand, arm, or other object is blocking the sunroofglass

2. Press and hold the 1 or 2 button of the memorycontrol for three seconds. A double chime willsound to let you know that the position hasbeen stored.

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

Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-40Transmission Temperature Gage ...3-41Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...

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Instrument Panel Overview3-4

The main components of your instrument panel are the following:A. Air Outlets. See Outlet Adjustment on page 3-28.B. Exterior Lamps Control. See Exter

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

Tilt WheelThe tilt steering wheel allows you to adjust the steeringwheel before you drive. You can raise it to the highestlevel to give your legs more

Be sure to return the seat to the passenger positionwhen finished. Pull forward and push rearward on theseat to make sure it is locked in place.Escalad

• L Windshield Washer. See Windshield Washeron page 3-10.• I Cruise Control. Cruise Control on page 3-11.For information on the exterior lamps, see Ex

When the high beams areon, this indicator light onthe instrument panelcluster will also be on.Flash-to-PassThis feature lets you use your high-beam he

Windshield WasherL(Washer Fluid): There is a paddle marked with thewindshield washer symbol at the top of the multifunctionlever. To spray washer fluid

Cruise Control9(Off): This positionturns the system off.R(On): This position activates the system.+ (Resume/Accelerate): Push the lever to this symbol

Setting Cruise Control{CAUTION:If you leave your cruise control on when youare not using cruise, you might hit a buttonand go into cruise when you do

• Move the cruise switch from on toresume/accelerate. Hold it there until you get up tothe speed you want, and then release the switch.To increase you

Exterior LampsThe control on the driver’s side of your instrument paneloperates the exterior lamps.The exterior lamp control has four positions:9(Off)

Headlamps on ReminderIf a door is open, a reminder chime will sound when yourheadlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on andyour key is out of t

Your vehicle has a light sensor located on the top of theinstrument panel. Be sure it is not covered, or thesystem will be on whenever the ignition is

The fog lamps will go off whenever your high-beamheadlamps come on. When the high beams go off,the fog lamps will come on again.The fog lamps will be

Heated SeatsIf your vehicle has thisfeature, the buttons usedto control this featureare located on the back ofthe center console. Theengine must be ru

Reading LampsIf your vehicle has readinglamps, press the buttonlocated next to the lamp toturn it on or off. Thelamps can be adjusted topoint in the d

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

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

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

Analog ClockTo adjust the clock, do the following:1. Locate the adjustment button to the lower leftcorner of the clock.2. Push and hold the adjustment

Driver’s Side Temperature KnobThe driver’s side knob is used to adjust the temperatureof the air coming through the system on the driver’sside. The te

If the driver’s and passenger’s temperature settingsare not the same, the opposite side temperaturesetting will be displayed for an additional fiveseco

Manual OperationYou may manually adjust the air delivery mode orfan speed.w9x (Fan): The switch with the fan symbol allowsyou to manually adjust the f

If you select recirculation while in defrost, defog or floor,the light in the button will flash and then go out to let youknow that this is not allowed.

On cool, but sunny days while using manual operation ofthe automatic system, use bi-level to deliver warm air tothe floor and cooler air to the instrum

To operate the heated and cooled seats, do thefollowing:1. Press the red heat button (A) or the blue coolbutton (B).2. Choose one of the following:I (

Rear Window DefoggerIf your vehicle has this feature, the lines you see on therear window warm the glass. The rear window defoggeruses a warming grid

Rear Climate Control SystemWith this system the front or rear passengers cancontrol the air temperature, air flow and fan speed forthe rear seat passen

Rear Passenger Console ControlTo use the rear climate control from the rear passengerposition, use the rear passenger console control. Thedriver overh

Warning Lights, Gages, andIndicatorsThis part describes the warning lights and gages onyour vehicle. The pictures will help you locate them.Warning li

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

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

Airbag Readiness LightThere is an airbag readiness light on the instrumentpanel, which shows the airbag symbol. The systemchecks the airbag’s electric

Passenger Airbag Status IndicatorIf your vehicle has the passenger sensing systemyour rearview mirror will have a passenger airbagstatus indicator.Whe

If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbagstatus indicator, it means that the passenger sensingsystem has turned off the right front passe

Voltmeter GageWhen your engine is notrunning, but the ignition isin RUN, this gage showsyour battery’s state ofcharge in DC volts.When the engine is r

Escalade ESV: On the passenger side ofEscalade ESV models, the lever at the base of theseat must be pulled up to release the seatback.Pull the seatbac

This light should come on briefly when you turn theignition key to RUN. If it doesn’t come on then, have itfixed so it will be ready to warn you if ther

Anti-Lock Brake System WarningLightWith the anti-lock brakesystem, this light will comeon when you start yourengine and may stay on forseveral seconds

Traction Off LightIf you have theStabiliTrak®system, thislight should come on brieflywhen you turn theignition to RUN.If the light doesn’t come on then

Transmission Temperature GageYour vehicle is equipped with a transmissiontemperature gage.When your ignition is on, the gage shows thetemperature of t

Notice: If you drive your vehicle with thetransmission temperature gage above normaloperating range, you can damage the transmission.This could lead t

Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with thislight on, after awhile, your emission controlsmay not work as well, your fuel economy may notbe as g

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

Emissions Inspection and MaintenanceProgramsSome state/provincial and local governments have ormay begin programs to inspect the emission controlequip

A reading in the low pressure zone may be causedby a dangerously low oil level or some other problemcausing low oil pressure. Check your oil as soonas

Cruise Control LightThis light comes onwhenever you set yourcruise control.The light will go out when the cruise control is turnedoff. See Cruise Cont

Returning the Seats to an UprightPosition{CAUTION:If the seatback is not locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injur

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

Driver Information Center (DIC)The Driver Information Center (DIC) display is locatedon the instrument panel cluster, below the speedometer.The DIC bu

DIC Operation and DisplaysThe Driver Information Center (DIC) comes on when theignition is on. After a short delay, the DIC will displaythe informatio

• LR TIRE shows the tire pressure for the leftrear tire.• RR TIRE shows the tire pressure for theright rear tire.Timer: The DIC can be used as a timer

Average Fuel Economy: Press the fuel informationbutton until AVG ECON appears on the display.This mode shows how many miles per gallon (MPG) orliters

DIC Warnings and MessagesWarning messages are displayed on the DriverInformation Center (DIC) to notify the driver that thestatus of the vehicle has c

This reminder will be repeated if the ignition is on, thevehicle is in motion, the driver is buckled and thepassenger is still unbuckled and the passe

CHECK OIL LEVELIf the oil level in the vehicle is low, this message willappear on the DIC. Check the oil level and correct it asnecessary. You may nee

ENGINE COOLANT HOTIf the cooling system temperature gets hot, this messagewill appear in the DIC. Stop the vehicle and let theengine idle in PARK (P)

LEFT REAR DOOR AJARIf the driver’s side rear door is not fully closed and thevehicle is in a drive gear, this message will appearon the display and yo

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Folding the SeatbacksTo fold the seatbacks, do the following:1. Pull up on the releaselever labeled 1 locatedon the rear of theseatback, and push thes

PASSENGER DOOR AJARIf the passenger’s door is not fully closed and thevehicle is in a drive gear, this message will appear onthe display and you will

SERVICE 4WDIf you have all-wheel-drive and a problem occurs withthe all-wheel-drive system, this message will appear onthe DIC. If this message appear

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

STABILITY SYS DISABLEDThe STABILITY SYS DISABLED message will turn onwhen you press the StabiliTrak®button, or whenthe stability control has been auto

TRACTION SYS LIMITEDIf the brake traction control system activates constantlyor if the brakes have heated up due to high-speedbraking, brake traction

The following situations can cause the transmission tooperate at higher temperatures:• Towing a trailer• Hot outside air temperatures• Hauling a large

LOCK DOORS: WITH SPEED: The doors will lockwhen the vehicle speed is above 8 mph (13 km/h) forthree seconds.Choose one of the available options and pr

DOOR LOCK DELAY: ON: The doors will not lock untilfive seconds after the last door or the liftgate isclosed. You will hear three chimes to signal that

UNLOCK FEEDBACK: HORN: The horn will chirp thesecond time you press the button with the unlocksymbol on the remote keyless entry transmitter.UNLOCK FE

PERIMETER LIGHTS: OFF: The perimeter lights willnot come on when you unlock the vehicle with theremote keyless entry transmitter.Choose one of the ava

Tilting the 50/50 Split Bench Seat1. Fold the seatbacks forward using the instructionslisted previously.2. Unlatch the seat fromthe floor by pulling up

Alarm WarningPress the customization button until ALARM WARNINGappears in the display. To select your preference foralarm warning, press the select bu

Display UnitsPress the customization button until DISPLAY UNITSappears in the display. To select English or metric, pressthe select button while DISPL

Setting the TimePress and hold the HR button until the correct hourappears on the display. Press and hold the MN buttonuntil the correct minute appear

This system relies upon receiving specific informationfrom these stations and will only work when theinformation is available. In rare cases, a radio s

AUTO VOL (Automatic Volume): Your vehicle has theBose®AudioPilot®noise compensation technology.When turned on, AudioPilot®continuously adjusts theaudi

To scan preset stations, press and hold either theSCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than four seconds.PSCN will appear on the display and you will hear

AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization): Press this buttonto enhance the audio performance for differentpassengers in the vehicle.The setting last chosen wil

Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station(RDS and XM™)To select and find a desired PTY perform the following:1. Press the TYPE button to activate program ty

Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only)These buttons have factory PTY presets. Up to 12 PTYs(six FM1 and six FM2), can be programmed on thesix numbered pushbut

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

2. While still holding the lever 3 toward you, grasp thetop of the seat and pull it toward you slightly.3. Let go of lever 3 and pull the seat complet

XM™ Radio Messages (cont’d)Radio DisplayMessageCondition Action RequiredNo Info Category Name notavailableNo category information is available at this

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

2 NEXT: The tape must have at least three seconds ofsilence between each selection for next to work.Press this pushbutton to go to the next selection

Cassette Tape MessagesCHK TAPE (Check Tape): If this message appears onthe display, the tape will not play due to one of thefollowing errors:• The tap

Playing a CDInsert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. Theplayer will pull it in and the CD should begin playing.If you want to insert a CD wit

6 RDM (Random): Press this pushbutton to hear thetracks in random, rather than sequential, order. RDM ONwill appear on the display. RDM T and the trac

If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error cannot becorrected, contact your GM dealer. If the radio displaysan error message, write it down and pro

HeadphonesThe RSE system includes two sets of wirelessheadphones.Each set of headphones has an ON/OFF control.An indicator light will illuminate on th

To use the auxiliary inputs on the RSE system, connectan external auxiliary device to the color-coded RCAjacks and turn both the auxiliary device and

The RSE system is capable of outputting audio to thewired headphone jacks on the Rear Seat Audio system(if equipped). The RSE system may be selected a

3. To unlatch the rear ofthe seat from the floor,pull up on the releaselever labeled 2 at therear of the seat, and liftthe rear of the seat upfrom the

Standard audio CDs, CD-R, CD-RW, Video CD andPhoto CD/CD-R media are fully supported by this DVDplayer. DVD-R and DVD-RW media is supported ifformatte

s (Play/Pause): Press this button to start play of aDVD or CD. Press this button while a DVD or CD isplaying to pause it. Press this button again to c

Stopping and Resume PlaybackTo stop playing a disc, press and release the stopbutton on the DVD player faceplate or the remotecontrol.To resume playba

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

1 through 0 (Numeric Keypad): The numeric keypadprovides the capability of direct chapter, title, andtrack number selection.}10 (Double Digit Entries)

Battery ReplacementTo change the batteries, do the following:1. Remove the battery compartment door located onthe bottom of the remote control.2. Repl

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

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

DVD DistortionThere may be an experience with audio distortion in thewireless headphones when operating cellular phones,scanners, CB radios, Global Po

Rear Seat Audio (RSA)This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to anyof the sources: radio, cassette tapes, CDs, or DVDs.However, the rear se

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

SRC (Source): Press this button to select a source:radio, cassette tapes, CDs, or DVDs.x SEEK w: When listening to FM1, FM2, or AM,press the up or the

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

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

6 RDM (Random): Press and release this pushbuttonto hear all of the tracks on all of the loaded CDs inrandom, rather than sequential, order. RDM ALLwi

Theft-Deterrent FeatureTHEFTLOCK®is designed to discourage theft of yourvehicle’s radio. The feature works automatically bylearning a portion of the V

PROG (Program): Press this button to play a stationyou have programmed on the radio preset pushbuttons.The radio will only seek preset stations with a

Care of Your Cassette Tape PlayerA tape player that is not cleaned regularly can causereduced sound quality, ruined cassettes, or a damagedmechanism.

A non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses acassette with a fabric belt to clean the tape headcan be used. This type of cleaning cassette wil

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

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

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

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

Police records show that almost half of all motorvehicle-related deaths involve alcohol. In most cases,these deaths are the result of someone who wasd

According to the American Medical Association, a 180 lb(82 kg) person who drinks three 12 ounce (355 ml)bottles of beer in an hour will end up with a

The BAC will be over 0.10 percent after three tosix drinks (in one hour). Of course, as we have seen,it depends on how much alcohol is in the drinks,a

Control of a VehicleYou have three systems that make your vehicle go whereyou want it to go. They are the brakes, the steering, andthe accelerator. Al

Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)Your vehicle has anti-lock brakes. ABS is an advancedelectronic braking system that will help prevent abraking skid.When y

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

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

The STABILITY SYS ACTIVE message will appear onthe Driver Information Center (DIC) only when thesystem is both on and activated. It means that anadvan

When the StabiliTrak®system has been turned off youmay still hear system noises as a result of thebrake-traction control coming on.To limit wheel spin

Unfolding the Seatback1. To return the seatbackto an upright position,pull up on the releaselever labeled 1 and thenpull up on the seatbackuntil it lo

If the brake traction-control system activates constantlyor if the brakes have heated up due to high-speedbraking, brake traction-control will be disa

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

Steering in EmergenciesThere are times when steering can be more effective thanbraking. For example, you come over a hill and find atruck stopped in yo

Off-Road RecoveryYou may find that your right wheels have dropped off theedge of a road onto the shoulder while you are driving.If the level of the sho

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

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

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

Loading Your Vehicle for Off-RoadDrivingThere are some important things to remember abouthow to load your vehicle.• The heaviest things should be on t

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

Controlling your vehicle is the key to successful off-roaddriving. One of the best ways to control your vehicleis to control your speed. Here are some

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

When you drive over obstacles or rough terrain, keep afirm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs orother surface features can jerk the wheel out of

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

Driving UphillOnce you decide you can safely drive up the hill, youneed to take some special steps.• Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering

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

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

Q: Am I likely to stall when going downhill?A: It is much more likely to happen going uphill. But ifit happens going downhill, here is what to do.1. S

For reasons like these, you need to decide carefullywhether to try to drive across an incline. Just because thetrail goes across the incline does not

{CAUTION:Getting out on the downhill (low) side of avehicle stopped across an incline isdangerous. If the vehicle rolls over, you couldbe crushed or k

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

After Off-Road DrivingRemove any brush or debris that has collected on theunderbody, chassis or under the hood. Theseaccumulations can be a fire hazard

Returning the Seat to an UprightPositionTo return the seatback to the upright position, do thefollowing:1. Pull the lever on thesupport rod bracketunt

Here are some tips on night driving.• Drive defensively.• Do not drink and drive.• Since you cannot see as well, you may need toslow down and keep mor

Driving in Rain and on Wet RoadsRain and wet roads can mean driving trouble. On a wetroad, you cannot stop, accelerate, or turn as wellbecause your ti

Driving too fast through large water puddles or evengoing through some car washes can cause problems,too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avo

Driving Through Flowing Water{CAUTION:Flowing or rushing water creates strongforces. If you try to drive through flowingwater, as you might at a low wa

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

Freeway DrivingMile for mile, freeways — also called thruways, parkways,expressways, turnpikes, or superhighways — are thesafest of all roads. But the

Once you are moving on the freeway, make certain youallow a reasonable following distance. Expect tomove slightly slower at night.When you want to lea

Highway HypnosisIs there actually such a condition as highway hypnosis?Or is it just plain falling asleep at the wheel? Call ithighway hypnosis, lack

• Keep your vehicle in good shape. Check all fluidlevels and also the brakes, tires, cooling system,and transmission. These parts can work hardon mount

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

3. To unlatch the rear ofthe seat from the floor,pull up on the releaselever labeled 2 atthe rear of the seat andlift the rear of theseat up from the fl

Driving on Snow or IceMost of the time, those places where your tires meetthe road probably have good traction.However, if there is snow or ice betwee

• Allow greater following distance on anyslippery road.• Watch for slippery spots. The road might be fineuntil you hit a spot that is covered with ice.

You can run the engine to keep warm, but be careful.{CAUTION:Snow can trap exhaust gases under yourvehicle. This can cause deadly CO (carbonmonoxide)

Then, shut the engine off and close the window almostall the way to preserve the heat. Start the engineagain and repeat this only when you feel really

Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It OutFirst, turn your steering wheel left and right. That will clearthe area around your front wheels. If your vehicle ha

Notice: Never use recovery hooks to tow thevehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged andit would not be covered by warranty.Loading Your VehicleIt is ver

The Tire and Loading Information label also shows thesize of the original equipment tires (C) and therecommended cold tire inflation pressures (D). For

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 1 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 150 lbs(68 kg) × 2 =300 lbs (136 kg)CAvailable

Item Description TotalAVehicle Capacity Weightfor Example 3 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)BSubtract OccupantWeight 200 lbs(91 kg) × 5 =1,000 lbs (453 kg)CAvailab

Certification/Tire LabelA vehicle specific Certification/Tire label is attached tothe rear edge of the driver’s door. The label showsthe size of your veh

Safety Warnings and SymbolsThere are a number of safety cautions in this book. Weuse a box and the word CAUTION to tell about thingsthat could hurt yo

Replacing the Bench Seat{CAUTION:If the seatback is not locked, it could moveforward in a sudden stop or crash. That couldcause injury to the person s

Using heavier suspension components to get addeddurability might not change your weight ratings. Ask yourdealer to help you load your vehicle the righ

Automatic Level ControlThe automatic level control rear suspension comes as apart of the Road Sensing Suspension. See RoadSensing Suspension on page 4

Dinghy Towing and Dolly TowingAll-Wheel Drive VehiclesYour vehicle is not designed to be towed with any of thewheels on the ground. If your vehicle mu

Notice: Pulling a trailer improperly can damageyour vehicle and result in costly repairs not coveredby your warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, fol

Tow/Haul ModeTow/haul is designed to assist while your vehicle ispulling a large or heavy load or trailer. Tow/haul is mostuseful while pulling such a

A light on the instrumentpanel will illuminate toindicate that tow/haulmode has been selected.The vehicle will automatically turn off tow/haul everyti

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

Weight of the Trailer TongueThe tongue load (A) of any trailer is an important weightto measure because it affects the total or gross weightof your ve

Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s TiresBe sure your vehicle’s tires are inflated to the upper limitfor cold tires. You’ll find these numbers on theCertifica

When using a weight-distributing hitch, the hitch mustbe adjusted so that the distance (A) remains thesame both before and after coupling the trailer

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

Driving with a Trailer{CAUTION:If you have a rear-most window open and youpull a trailer with your vehicle, carbonmonoxide (CO) could come into your v

Following DistanceStay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead asyou would when driving your vehicle without a trailer.This can help you avoid

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

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

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

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

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Service ...5-3Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4Adding Equipment to the

Inflation - Tire Pressure ...5-67Tire Pressure Monitor System ...5-68Tire Inspection and Rotation .

ServiceYour dealer knows your vehicle best and wants you tobe happy with it. We hope you will go to your dealerfor all your service needs. You will ge

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

Doing Your Own Service WorkIf you want to do some of your own service work, youwill want to use the proper service manual. It tellsyou much more about

FuelThe 8th digit of your vehicle identification number (VIN)shows the code letter or number that identifies yourengine. You will find the VIN at the top

California FuelIf your vehicle is certified to meet California EmissionStandards (see the underhood emission control label), itis designed to operate o

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

Filling Your Tank{CAUTION:Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire cancause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries toyou and others, read and follow al

Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overfill thetank and wait a few seconds after you have finishedpumping before removing the nozzle. Clean

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

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

Engine Compartment OverviewWhen you open the hood on the VORTEC™ 6000 High-Output V8 engine, here is what you will see:5-12

A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. See Engine AirCleaner/Filter on page 5-18.B. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure Cap. See CoolingSystem on page 5-29 and Coo

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

The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 forthe location of the engine oil dipstick.1. Turn off th

• SAE 5W-30As shown in the viscosity chart, SAE 5W-30 is bestfor your vehicle.These numbers on an oil container show itsviscosity, or thickness. Do no

You should look for this information on the oil container,and use only those oils that are identified as meetingGM Standard GM6094M and have the starbu

How to Reset the Engine Oil LifeSystemThe Engine Oil Life System calculates when to changeyour engine oil and filter based on vehicle use.Anytime your

Engine Air Cleaner/FilterSee Engine CompartmentOverview on page 5-12 forthe location of theengine air cleaner/filter andthe air filter restrictionindica

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

6. Reinstall the cover and tighten the screws.7. Reset the air filter restriction indicator, if equipped,by pressing the top button on the indicator.{C

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

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

How to Add FluidRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of transmission fluid to use. See RecommendedFluids and Lubricants on page 6-13

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

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

Checking CoolantThe coolant surge tank is located in the enginecompartment on the passenger’s side of the vehicle.See Engine Compartment Overview on p

Coolant Surge Tank Pressure CapThe coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fullyinstalled on the coolant surge tank.Notice: If the pressure cap is not

If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine{CAUTION:Steam from an overheated engine can burnyou badly, even if you just open the hood. Stayaway from the engin

If you get the overheat warning with no sign of steam,try this for a minute or so:1. If your air conditioner is on, turn it off.2. Turn on your heater

Cooling SystemWhen you decide it is safe to lift the hood, here is whatyou will see:A. Coolant Surge TankB. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure CapC. Electric

The coolant level shouldbe at or above the FULLCOLD mark. If it is not, youmay have a leak at thepressure cap or inthe radiator hoses, heaterhoses, ra

How to Add Coolant to the CoolantSurge TankIf you have not found a problem yet, check to see ifcoolant is visible in the surge tank. If coolant is vis

{CAUTION:You can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycoland it will burn if the engine parts are hotenough

3. Fill the coolant surge tank with the proper mixture,to the FULL COLD mark.4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, startthe engine and let

A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be soserious that even buckled up, a person would notsurvive. But most crashes are in between. In many of

Engine Fan NoiseIf your vehicle is equipped with a clutched engine coolingfan, when the clutch is engaged, the fan spins faster toprovide more air to

How to Check Power Steering FluidLocate the cap with thissymbol. See EngineCompartment Overview onpage 5-12 for moreinformation on location.To check t

Open the cap with thewasher symbol on it. Addwasher fluid until thetank is full. See EngineCompartment Overview onpage 5-12 for reservoirlocation.Notic

So, it is not a good idea to top off your brake fluid.Adding brake fluid will not correct a leak. If you add fluidwhen your linings are worn, then you wi

What to AddWhen you do need brake fluid, use only DOT-3 brakefluid. Use new brake fluid from a sealed containeronly. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricant

Brake WearYour vehicle has four-wheel disc brakes.Disc brake pads have built-in wear indicators that makea high-pitched warning sound when the brake p

Replacing Brake System PartsThe braking system on a vehicle is complex. Its manyparts have to be of top quality and work well together ifthe vehicle i

Jump StartingIf your battery has run down, you may want to useanother vehicle and some jumper cables to start yourvehicle. Be sure to use the followin

4. Open the hoods and locate the positive (+) andnegative (−) terminal locations of the other vehicle.Your vehicle has a remote positive (+) jumpstart

{CAUTION:Using a match near a battery can cause batterygas to explode. People have been hurt doingthis, and some have been blinded. Use aflashlight if

Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The riderdoes not stop.1-30

8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to thenegative (−) terminal of the good battery. Use aremote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one.

To disconnect the jumper cables from both vehicles dothe following:1. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from thevehicle that had the dead batter

What to UseRefer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants on page 6-13.Rear AxleWhe

Front AxleWhen to Check and Change LubricantIt is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear anunu

Headlamp AimingYour vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aimingsystem equipped with horizontal aim indicators. The aimhas been preset at the factory

The headlamp aiming devices are under the hood nearthe headlamps.If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (H)(left/right) adjustment, follow the

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

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

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

To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following:1. Open the hood of the vehicle. See Hood Releaseon page 5-11 for more information.2. Pry up the eight fa

The person keeps going until stopped by something. Ina real vehicle, it could be the windshield...or the instrument panel...1-31

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

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

Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker andDaytime Running LampsA. Low-BeamHeadlamp (HID)B. Daytime RunningLamp (DRL)C. Sidemarker LampD. High-BeamHeadlampE. Fr

TaillampsA. Turn Signal/TaillampB. Stoplamp/TaillampC. Back-up LampD. Sidemarker LampTo replace a taillamp bulb, do the following:1. Remove the twoscr

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

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

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

Tire Sidewall LabellingUseful information about a tire is molded into thesidewall. The following illustrations are examples of atypical P-Metric and a

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

(E) Tire Identification Number (TIN): The letters andnumbers following DOT code are the Tire IdentificationNumber (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer

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

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

Curb Weight: This means the weight of a motorvehicle with standard and optional equipment includingthe maximum capacity of fuel, oil and coolant, butw

Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passengercars and some light duty trucks and multipurposevehicles.Recommended Inflation Pressure: Vehiclemanu

Inflation - Tire PressureTires need the correct amount of air pressure to operateeffectively.Notice: Do not let anyone tell you thatunder-inflation or o

Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem. Pressthe tire gage firmly onto the valve to get a pressuremeasurement. If the cold tire inflation pressur

The Tire and Loading Information label (tire informationplacard) shows the size of your vehicle’s originaltires and the correct inflation pressure for

5. Remove the valve cap from the valve cap stem.Activate the TPM sensor by increasing ordecreasing the tire’s air pressure for 10 seconds,then stop an

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

The purpose of regular rotation is to achieve moreuniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. The first rotationis the most important. See Scheduled Mai

When It Is Time for New TiresOne way to tell when it’stime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tireshave only

Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far fromhome, why should I wear safety belts?A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in anaccide

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

{CAUTION:If you use bias-ply tires on your vehicle, thewheel rim flanges could develop cracks aftermany miles of driving. A tire and/or wheelcould fail

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

Each new wheel should have the same load-carryingcapacity, diameter, width, offset and be mountedthe same way as the one it replaces.If you need to re

Tire Chains{CAUTION:Do not use tire chains. There is not enoughclearance. Tire chains used on a vehicle withoutthe proper amount of clearance can caus

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

When you have a flat tire, use the following example as aguide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks.The following information will tell you n

A. KnobB. Removable TrayC. Retaining HookD. Retaining Bracketand Wing NutE. Tool Kit andJack ToolsF. Mounting BracketG. Wing Nut HoldingTire BlocksH.

A. Spare Tire (ValveStem Pointed Down)B. Hoist AssemblyC. Hoist CableD. Tire RetainerE. Hoist ShaftF. Hoist End ofExtension ToolG. Hoist ShaftAccess H

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

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

4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks.Pull up on the latch plate to make sure it is secure.If the belt is not long enough, see Safet

Removing the Flat Tire andInstalling the Spare TireUse the following pictures and instructions to removethe flat tire and raise the vehicle.The tools y

2. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts.Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosenthe wheel nuts. Don’t remove the wheel nuts yet.T

{CAUTION:Getting under a vehicle when it is jacked up isdangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack youcould be badly injured or killed. Never getund

Rear Tire Flat: If the flattire is on a rear tire of thevehicle, you’ll need touse the jack handle (C)and both jack handleextensions (D). Attach thewhe

6. Remove any rust or dirtfrom the wheel bolts,mounting surfacesand spare wheel.{CAUTION:Never use oil or grease on studs or nuts. If youdo, the nuts

{CAUTION:Incorrect wheel nuts or improperly tightenedwheel nuts can cause the wheel to come looseand even come off. This could lead to anaccident. Be

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

4. Repeat this procedure at least two times. If thespare tire lowers to the ground, continue withStep 5 of Removing the Spare Tire and Toolson page 5-

9. Position the center lift point of the jack under thecenter of the spare tire.10. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until itlifts the end

13. Disconnect the jack handle from the jack andcarefully remove the jack. Use one hand to pushagainst the spare while firmly pulling the jack outfrom

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

Storing a Flat or Spare Tire andTools{CAUTION:Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in thepassenger compartment of the vehicle couldcause injury.

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

4. Insert the hoist end (F)through the hole (G) inthe rear bumper andinto the hoist shaft.5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure theretainer is

To store the tools, follow these procedures:For Escalade, do the following:1. Put the tool kit and the jack tools in the tool bagand place in the reta

A. KnobB. Removable TrayC. Retaining HookD. Retaining Bracketand Wing NutE. Tool Kit andJack ToolsF. Mounting BracketG. Wing Nut HoldingTire BlocksH.

Appearance CareCleaning products can be hazardous. Some are toxic.Other cleaning products can burst into flames if a matchis struck near them or if the

Most stains can be removed with club soda water.To clean, use the following instructions:1. For liquids: blot with a clean, soft, white cloth. Forsoli

Stains caused by oil and grease can be cleaned withan approved GM cleaner and a clean, white cloth.1. Carefully scrape off excess stain.2. Clean with

Speaker CoversVacuum around a speaker cover gently, so that thespeaker will not be damaged. Clean spots withjust water and mild soap.Glass SurfacesGla

Washing Your VehicleThe paint finish on the vehicle provides beauty, depth ofcolor, gloss retention, and durability.The best way to preserve the vehicl

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

Exterior painted surfaces are subject to aging, weather,and chemical fallout that can take their toll over aperiod of years. To help keep the paint fin

Use chrome polish only on chrome-plated wheels, butavoid any painted surface of the wheel, and buff offimmediately after application.Notice: If you dr

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

Description UsageSwirl Remover PolishRemoves swirl marks, finescratches, and other lightsurface contamination.Cleaner WaxRemoves light scratchesand pro

Service Parts Identification LabelYou will find this label on the inside of the glove box.It is very helpful if you ever need to order parts.On this lab

Fuses and Circuit BreakersThe wiring circuits in your vehicle are protected fromshort circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakersand fusible

Fuses UsageRR Wiper Rear Window Wiper SwitchSEO ACCYSpecial Equipment OptionAccessoryWS WPR Windshield WipersTBC ACCYTruck Body ControllerAccessoryIGN

Fuses UsageRR FOG LP Not UsedBRAKE Brake SwitchDRIVER UNLOCKPower Door Lock Relay(Driver’s Door UnlockFunction)IGN 0Brake Transmission ShiftInterlock,

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

Underhood Fuse BlockThe underhood fuse block in the engine compartment islocated on the driver’s side of the vehicle near thebattery. Lift the cover f

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

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Fuses UsageGLOW PLUG Not UsedCUST FEED Gasoline Accessory PowerHYBRID HybridSTUD #1Accessory Power/TrailerWiringMBEC 1Mid Bussed Electrical CenterPowe

Fuses Usage4WS Vent Solenoid CanisterRR HVAC Not UsedAUX PWRAuxiliary PowerOutlet — ConsoleIGN 1 PCM IgnitionPCM 1 Powertrain Control ModuleETC/ECMEle

Fuses UsageDRL Daytime Running LampsRVC Regulated Voltage ControlIPC/DICInstrument PanelCluster/Driver InformationCenterHVAC/ECASClimate ControlContro

Auxiliary Electric Cooling Fan FuseBlockThe auxiliary electriccooling fan fuse block islocated in the enginecompartment on thedriver’s side of the veh

Capacities and SpecificationsThe following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids andLubricants on

Capacities and SpecificationsEngine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug GapVORTEC™ 5300 V8 T Automatic 0.040 inches (1.01 mm)VORTEC™ 6000 H.O. V8 N Automa

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

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

Because of all the different ways people use theirvehicles, maintenance needs vary. You may need morefrequent checks and replacements. So please readt

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

The proper replacement parts, fluids and lubricants touse are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricantson page 6-13 and Normal Maintenance Replacemen

Scheduled MaintenanceService Maintenance I Maintenance IIChange engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 5-13. Reset oil lifesystem. See Engine Oi

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

Additional Required Services (cont’d)Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000(41 500)50,000(83 000)75,000(125 000)100,000(166 000)125,000(207 500)150,000(

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

(i) Drain, flush and refill cooling system. This servicecan be complex; you should have your dealer performthis service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23

Engine Coolant Level CheckCheck the engine coolant level and addDEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary.See Engine Coolant on page 5-23 for further deta

Automatic Transmission Shift LockControl System Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this inspection, thevehicle could move suddenly. If the vehiclemoves,

Parking Brake and AutomaticTransmission Park (P) Mechanism Check{CAUTION:When you are doing this check, your vehiclecould begin to move. You or others

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

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

Usage Fluid/LubricantTransfer CaseDEXRON®-III AutomaticTransmission Fluid. Look for“Approved for the H-Specification”on the label.Front AxlePropshaftSp

Normal Maintenance Replacement PartsReplacement parts identified below by name, part number or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer.Part GM

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

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-17

Maintenance Record (cont’d)DateOdometerReadingServiced ByMaintenance I orMaintenance IIServices Performed6-18

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

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

STEP THREE: Both General Motors and your dealerare committed to making sure you are completelysatisfied with your new vehicle. However, if you continue

Online Owner CenterThe Owner Center is a resource for your GM ownershipneeds. Specific vehicle information can be found inone place.The Online Owner Ce

United States — Customer AssistanceCadillac Customer Assistance CenterCadillac Motor Car DivisionP.O. Box 33169Detroit, MI 48232-51691-800-458-80061-8

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

GM Mobility ReimbursementProgramThis program, available to qualified applicants, canreimburse you up to $1,000 toward eligible aftermarketdriver’s or p

Cadillac Owner Privileges™Roadside Service provides several Cadillac OwnerPrivileges™ at “no charge,” throughout your CadillacWarranty Period — 48 mon

Roadside Service for the Hearing orSpeech ImpairedRoadside Service is prepared to assist owners who havehearing difficulties or are speech impaired. C

Transportation OptionsWarranty service can generally be completed while youwait. However, if you are unable to wait Cadillachelps minimize your inconv

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

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

Reporting Safety DefectsReporting Safety Defects to theUnited States GovernmentIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which couldcause a crash

Reporting Safety Defectsto General MotorsIn addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) ina situation like this, we certainly hope you will noti

Service BulletinsService Bulletins give technical service informationneeded to knowledgeably service General Motors carsand trucks. Each bulletin cont

AAccessory Power Outlets ... 3-21Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-EquippedVehicle ...

Right Front Passenger PositionTo learn how to wear the right front passenger’s safetybelt properly, see Driver Position on page 1-33.The right front p

Audio System(s) (cont.)CD Changer ... 3-99Chime Level Adjustment ... 3-106Divers

Care of (cont.)Your CDs and DVDs ... 3-105Cargo Cover ... 2-44CD Changer

Coolant (cont.)Surge Tank Pressure Cap ... 5-26Cooled Seats ... 1-5, 1-10Cooling Sys

DrivingAt Night ... 4-31City ... 4-36Defensi

Fluid (cont.)Fog Lamps ... 3-16Front Axle ... 5-47

Heater ... 3-22Highbeam On Light ... 3-47Highway Hypnosi

Light (cont.)Low Fuel Warning ... 3-48Low Tire Pressure Warning Light ... 3-39Malfunction Indicato

Mirrors (cont.)Outside Automatic Dimming Mirror with CurbView Assist ... 2-35Outside Convex Mirror ...

Power (cont.)Retained Accessory (RAP) ... 2-19Seat ... 1-3Steering F

Restraint Systems (cont.)Replacing Parts ... 1-87Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ... 2-19Rig

To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as shownuntil the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it thesame way as the lap part of a lap-shoul

Shifting Into Park (P) ... 2-26Shifting Out of Park (P) ... 2-27Signals, Turn and

Tires (cont.)Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ... 5-94Tire Sidewall Labelling ... 5-61Tire Terminology a

WWarning Lights, Gages and Indicators ... 3-31WarningsDIC Warnings and Messages ... 3-53Hazard Warning Flashers ...

1. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you.Do not let it get twisted.The shoulder belt may lock if you pull the beltacross you very quick

These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle:v

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

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

For the third row, remove the guide from its storageclip on the side of the seatback.2. Place the guide over the belt and insert thetwo edges of the b

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

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

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here two children are wearing the same belt.The belt can not properly spread the impactforces. In a crash, the two children can

{CAUTION:Never do this.Here a child is sitting in a seat that has alap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part isbehind the child. If the child wears the

{CAUTION:People should never hold a baby in their armswhile riding in a vehicle. A baby does notweigh much — until a crash. During a crash ababy will

{CAUTION:Children who are up against, or very close to,any airbag when it inflates can be seriouslyinjured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulderbelts of

For most basic types of child restraints, there aremany different models available. When purchasing achild restraint, be sure it is designed to be use

✍ NOTESvi

Child Restraint SystemsAn infant car bed (A), a special bed made for use in amotor vehicle, is an infant restraint system designedto restrain or posit

A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint forthe child’s body with the harness and also sometimeswith surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-li

Q: How do child restraints work?A: A child restraint system is any device designed foruse in a motor vehicle to restrain, seat, or positionchildren. A

Where to Put the RestraintAccident statistics show that children are safer if theyare restrained in the rear rather than the front seat.General Motors

Top StrapSome child restraints have a top strap, or “top tether.”It can help restrain the child restraint during a collision.For it to work, a top str

{CAUTION:Each top tether bracket is designed to anchoronly one child restraint. Attaching more thanone child restraint to a single bracket couldcause

Top Strap Anchor LocationEscalade ESVA child restraint with a top strap should only be used inthe second or third row.Do not secure a child restraint

An anchor loop bracket for a top strap is located at thebottom rear of the seat cushion for each seatingposition in the second row, and for the center

An anchor loop bracket for a top strap is located at thebottom rear of the seat cushion for each seatingposition in the second row and in the outboard

A. Lower AnchorageB. Lower AnchorageC. Top TetherA. Lower AnchorageB. Lower AnchorageIn order to use the LATCH system in your vehicle, youneed a child

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

To assist you in locating the lower anchors for this childrestraint system, each seating position with theLATCH system has a visible metal anchorage p

Securing a Child Restraint in a RearOutside Seat PositionIf your child restraint is equipped with the LATCHsystem, see Lower Anchorages and Top Tether

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

Securing a Child Restraint in aCenter Rear Seat PositionSecond RowThe center seat position in the second row has alap-shoulder belt which works the sa

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

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

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

6. To tighten the belt, push down on the child restraint,pull the shoulder portion of the belt to tighten thelap portion of the belt and feed the shou

Airbag SystemYour vehicle has four airbags — a frontal airbag for thedriver, another frontal airbag for the right frontpassenger, a side impact airbag

{CAUTION:Both frontal and side impact airbags inflatewith great force, faster than the blink of aneye. If you are too close to an inflating airbag,as yo

Airbag System ...1-72Where Are the Airbags? ...1-74When Should an Airbag Infla

There is an airbagreadiness light on theinstrument panel cluster,which shows the airbagsymbol.The system checks the airbag electrical system formalfun

The right front passenger’s frontal airbag is in theinstrument panel on the passenger’s side.The driver’s side impact airbag is in the side of thedriv

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

When Should an Airbag Inflate?The driver’s and right front passenger’s frontal airbagsare designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontalor near-front

Side impact airbags are designed to inflate in moderateto severe side crashes. A side impact airbag willinflate if the crash severity is above the syste

Airbags should never be regarded as anything more thana supplement to safety belts, and then only in moderateto severe frontal or near-frontal collisi

In many crashes severe enough to inflate an airbag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage may also occur from the

The passenger sensing system will turn off the rightfront passenger’s frontal airbag under certain conditions.The driver’s airbag and the side airbags

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

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

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

{CAUTION:If the airbag readiness light in the instrumentpanel cluster ever comes on and stays on, itmeans that something may be wrong with theairbag s

Aftermarket equipment, such as seat covers, can affecthow well the passenger sensing system operates.You may want to consider not using seat covers or

Adding Equipment to YourAirbag-Equipped VehicleQ: Is there anything I might add to the front orsides of the vehicle that could keep theairbags from wo

Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in acrash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a beltis torn or frayed, get a new one right awa

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

HomeLink®Transmitter ...2-37Programming the HomeLink®Transmitter ...2-37Storage Areas ...

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

Your vehicle has onedouble-sided key for theignition and door locks.If you ever lose your keys, your dealer will be able toassist you with obtaining r

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