engine CADILLAC ESCALADE 2021 Convenience & Personalization Guide

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Review this quick reference guide for an overview of some important feat\
ures in your Cadillac Escalade. Some optional equipment described in this guide (denoted by ♦) may not be included in your vehicle. More information can be found in your Owner's Manual and a\
t my.cadillac.com.
Certain restrictions, precautions and safety procedures apply to your vehicle. Please read your Owner’s Manual for complete instructions.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
Electric Parking Brake Button/Integrated Trailer Brake Control♦/Instrument Panel Illumination Control
4WD♦/Driver Mode Selector/Air Suspension♦ Controls
Turn Signal Lever/Exterior Lamps/IntelliBeam Controls
Steering Wheel Adjustment Control
Cruise Control/Forward Collision Alert/Heated Steering Wheel/Voice Recognition/Conversation Enhancement/Super Cruise♦ButtonsTap Shift Controls
Audio/Phone Steering Wheel ControlsControl PanelCluster Display
Driver’s Heated/Ventilated Seat Buttons♦Infotainment Screen
Engine Start/Stop Button
Infotainment Controls/ Hazard Warning Flashers Button
Auto Hold/Engine Stop-Start Disable/ Lane Keep Assist♦ Buttons
Electronic Precision Shift Lever
Windshield Wipers Lever
Climate ControlsPower Windows/Power Mirrors/Memory Seat Controls
NFC Pairing Hotspot

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Lock
Press to lock all doors, fuel door and liftgate.
Unlock
Press to unlock the driver’s door and fuel door only or all doors and liftgate.
[ Remote Vehicle Start
Press twice to start the engine from outside the vehicle. After
entering the vehicle, press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
Rear Liftglass
Press twice to open the rear liftglass.
Power Liftgate
Press twice to open or close the power liftgate. Press once to stop power operation.
Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm
Press and release to locate your vehicle. Press and hold for 3 seconds to activate the alarm. Press again to cancel the alarm.
Remote Power Windows
Press and hold the button to fully open the windows or the button to fully close the windows. To enable, go to Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start > Remote Window Operation.
Automatic Mirror Folding
To enable the automatic power folding mirrors, go to Settings > Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience > Remote Mirror Folding.
Note: To change or enable some settings, go to Settings > Vehicle > Remo\
te Lock, Unlock, and Start.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner's Manual.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY
TRANSMITTER (KEY FOB)
KEYLESS ACCESS SYSTEM
The Keyless Access System enables operation of the doors and lift-gate without removing the Remote Keyless Entry transmitter (key fob) from your pocket or purse. The key fob must be within 3 feet of the liftgate or door being unlocked.
KEYLESS UNLOCKING
With the key fob within range:
Press the touchpad (A) on the back of the driver’s door handle to unlock the driver’s door or all doors and liftgate.
Press the touchpad on the back of a passenger door handle to unlock all doors and liftgate.
Press the Cadillac crest under the liftglass to open the liftgate.
KEYLESS LOCKING
With the key fob within range:
Press the Cadillac crest sensor (B) on the outside of a front door handle to lock all doors and liftgate immediately.
PASSIVE LOCKING
To have all doors lock automatically after the last door is closed, the ignition is off, and the key fob is removed from the vehicle, go to Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start > Passive Door Lock.
To have the driver's door or all doors unlock when using the touchpad on the driver's door handle, go to Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, and Start > Passive Door Unlock.
See Keys, Doors and Windows in your Owner's Manual.
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KEYLESS START
The Remote Keyless Entry trans-mitter (key fob) must be in the vehicle to turn on the ignition.
START
With the vehicle in Park or Neutral, press the brake pedal and then press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP
button to start the engine. The green indicator on the button will illuminate.
Note: If the key fob battery is weak, place the key fob in the front cupholder in the center console to enable the engine to start. Replace the key fob\
bat-tery as soon as possible.
STOP/OFF
Shift to Park and press the ENGINE START/STOP button to turn off the engine.
Retained Accessory Power will be available for 10 minutes to
operate the audio system until the driver’s door is opened and to operate the windows and sunroof♦ until any door is opened.
ACCESSORY MODE
With the engine off and the brake pedal NOT depressed, press the ENGINE START/STOP button to place the ignition system in the Accessory mode to operate the radio, windows and other accessories with the engine off. The amber indicator on the but-ton will illuminate.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner's Manual.
AUTO ENGINE STOP/START
Auto Stop is a fuel-saving feature that automatically turns off the engine when the brake pedal is pressed, the vehicle is at a complete stop, and operating conditions are met. In Auto Stop mode, an AUTO STOP message will display. When the brake pedal is released or the accelerator pedal is pressed, the engine will automatically restart.
The engine may remain running or restart when the vehicle is stopped if:
• A minimum vehicle speed was not reached prior to stopping.
• The engine or transmission is not at the required operating tem-perature.
• The outside temperature is not in the required operating range.
• The shift lever is in any gear other than Drive (D).
• The battery charge is low.
• The climate control system requires the engine to run based on the current settings.
• The Auto Stop has reached the maximum allowed time.
AUTO ENGINE STOP/START DISABLE
Press the $ Auto Stop button on the center console when the engine is running to turn off the stop/start system. The button indicator turns off when the system is disabled.
Auto Stop is turned on each time the vehicle is started.
Note: Disable Auto Engine Stop/Start when using the Rear Seat Media System for continuous play while driving.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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ELECTRONIC PRECISION SHIFTDRIVER MODE SELECTOR
The automatic transmission shift pattern is displayed on top of the shift lever with the selected gear position illuminated in red. The shift lever always starts in the center position and, after shifting, returns to the center position.
Park – Press the button (A) on top of the lever to shift into Park. To shift out of Park, press the brake pedal and then press and hold the shift lock button (B) while selecting the desired gear.
Reverse – Press the brake pedal and then press and hold the shift lock button (B) while moving the lever for-ward completely (pass the detent) to shift into Reverse.
Neutral – Move the lever forward (to the detent) to shift into Neutral.
Note: The transmission will not stay in Neutral for an extended period. It will automatically shift into\
Park. See Car Wash Mode.
Drive – From Park, press the brake pedal and then press and hold the shift lock button (B) while moving the lever rearward to shift into Drive. From Reverse, move the lever rearward to shift into Drive.
Tap Shift Mode – With the transmission in Drive, pull back on the shift lever to shift manually. Pull the left steering wheel paddle to downshift and the right paddle to upshift. Pull back on the shift lever again to return to Drive.
Car Wash Mode – When entering an automatic car wash, press the brake pedal and move the lever forward (to the detent) to shift into Neutral. Release the brake pedal.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
The Driver Mode Selector settings automatically adjust various vehi-cle control systems based on driving preferences, weather and road conditions. The modes are displayed on the Cluster Display.
Press the MODE button on the left side of the instrument panel to select a different driving mode.
Available modes may include:
Tour – Use in normal
driving for a smooth ride.
Sport – Use for enhanced responsiveness. Performance Shift Features are enabled when spirited driving is detected.
Snow/Ice (2WD only) – Use for enhanced acceleration on slippery surfaces.
Off-Road (4WD♦ only) – Use for enhanced control on unpaved roads or trails at moderate speeds. Accelerator pedal mapping, steering, ride height and other systems are modified.
Tow/Haul – Use to reduce shift cycling when towing or hauling heavy loads in stop-and-go traffic or rolling hills.
TERRAIN MODE (4WD SINGLE-SPEED TRANSFER CASE ONLY)♦
Press the button for enhanced control in low-speed off-road conditions. The transmission will hold a lower gear longer to maximize engine torque. The system automatically provides light vehicle braking to simulate engine vehicle braking. Only available with the single-speed transfer case when in 4
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See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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hicle. Please read your Owner’s Manual for complete instructions. All information c\
ontained in this guide is based on the latest information available at the time of printing and is subject to change without notice. Copyright 2020 by General Motors. All rights r\
eserved.
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OWNER PRIVILEGES™
myCADILLAC MOBILE APP
Download the myCadillac app to your compatible smartphone (or device) and, if your vehicle is properly equipped, you can start or turn off your engine, lock or unlock your doors, view key diagnostic information, set parking information and more.
The app is available on select Apple and Android devices. Service availability, features and functionality vary by vehicle, device and data plan. Device data connection required. Visit onstar.com for more details. Download the mobile app from your compatible mobile device’s app store.
CADILLAC ONLINE OWNER CENTER
Create an account at my.cadillac.com to access personalized infor-mation, including an online Owner’s Manual and helpful how-to videos, track your service history and warranty status, manage your OnStar and Connected Services vehicle plans, review your current Vehicle Diagnostics report (active service account required) and more.
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 1-800-224-1400 TTY Users: 1-888-889-2438
Roadside Assistance provides every Cadillac owner with the
advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, when appropriate, a Cadillac-trained dealer technician who can provide on-site services, including towing service, battery jump-starting, lock-out service, fuel delivery and flat tire assistance. Services are provided for up to 6 years/70,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
OnStar® Roadside Assistance
If you have a current OnStar Safety & Security plan, push the blue OnStar button or red Emergency button to get the help you need. An OnStar advisor will use GPS technology to pinpoint your vehicle location and contact the nearest service provider.
To learn more about OnStar services, press the blue OnStar button, call 1-888-466-7827, visit onstar.com or refer to your Owner’s Manual.
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 1-800-458-8006
Cadillac Customer Assistance is available anytime to answer
questions or provide additional information.