light CADILLAC ESCALADE 2010 3.G Owner's Manual

The following functions may be available if this vehiclehas the RKE system:
Q(Lock):Press to lock all the doors.
If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC),the turn signal lamps flash once to indicate locking hasoccurred. If enabled through the DIC, the horn chirps
whenQis pressed again within three seconds. SeeDIC
Vehicle Customizationon page 4!57for additionalinformation.
PressingQarms the content theft!deterrent system.
SeeContent Theft-Deterrent on page 3!22.
K(Unlock):Press once to unlock only the driver door.
IfKis pressed again within three seconds, all
remaining doors unlock. The interior lamps maycome on and stay on for 20 seconds or until theignition is turned on.
If enabled through the DIC, the turn signal lamps flashtwice to indicate unlocking has occurred. SeeDICVehicle Customizationon page 4!57. If enabledthrough the DIC, the exterior lights turn on briefly if it isdark enough outside. See“APPROACH LIGHTING”underDIC Vehicle Customizationon page 4!57.
PressingKon the RKE transmitter disarms the content
theft!deterrent system. SeeContent Theft-Deterrentonpage 3!22.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):For vehicles with this
feature, press/to start the engine from outside the
vehicle using the RKE transmitter. SeeRemote VehicleStarto n p a g e 3!7for additional information.
&(Power Liftgate):Press and hold to open andclose the liftgate. The taillamps flash and a chimesounds to indicate when the liftgate is opening andclosing.
m(Liftglass):Press and hold to open the liftglass.
L(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm):Press and releaseto locate the vehicle. The turn signal lamps flash andthe horn sounds three times.
Press and holdLfor more than two seconds to
activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps flashand the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds.The alarm turns off when the ignition is moved to
ON/RUN orLis pressed again. The ignition must
be in LOCK/OFF for the panic alarm to work.
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If your vehicle has the remote start feature, theRKE transmitter functions will have an increased rangeof operation. However, the range may be less while thevehicle is running.
There are other conditions which can affect theperformance of the transmitter, seeRemote KeylessEntry (RKE) Systemo n p a g e 3!4for additionalinformation.
/(Remote Start) :This button will be on theRKE transmitter if you have remote start.
To start the vehicle using the remote start feature:
1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release the transmitter's lock button.The vehicle's doors will lock. Immediately pressand hold the transmitter's remote start button untilthe turn signal lights flash. If you cannot see thevehicle's lights, press and hold the remote startbutton for two to four seconds. Pressing the remotestart button again after the vehicle has started willturn the engine off.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turnon and remain on while the vehicle is running.
If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shutoff after 10 minutes unless a time extension hasbeen done.
3. If it is the first remote start since the vehicle hasbeen driven, repeat these steps, while the engineis still running, to extend the engine running timeby 10 minutes. Remote start can be extendedone time.
After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insertand turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle.
To manually shut off a remote start, do any of thefollowing:
.Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and pressthe remote start button until the parking lampsturn off.
.Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.Turn the ignition switch on and then off.
The vehicle can be remote started two separate timesbetween driving sequences. The engine will run for10 minutes after each remote start.
Or, you can extend the engine run time by another10 minutes within the first 10 minute remote start timeframe, and before the engine stops.
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For example, if the lock button and then the remote startbuttons are pressed again after the vehicle has beenrunning for five minutes, 10 minutes are added, allowingthe engine to run for 15 minutes.
The additional ten minutes are considered a secondremote vehicle start.
After your vehicles engine has been started two timesusing the remote vehicle start button, or a single remotestart with one time extension, the vehicle must bestarted with the key.
After the key is removed from the ignition, the vehiclecan be remote started again.
The vehicle cannot be remote started if the key is inthe ignition, the hood is not closed, or if there is anemission control system malfunction and the checkengine light comes on.
Also, the engine will turn off during a remote vehiclestart if the coolant temperature gets too high or if the oilpressure gets low.
Vehicles that have the remote vehicle start feature areshipped from the factory with the remote vehicle startsystem enabled. The system may be enabled ordisabled through the DIC. See“REMOTE START”underDIC Vehicle Customizationon page 4!57foradditional information.
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SeePower Liftgateon page 3!14for more informationon how to use the power liftgate.
To unlock the liftgate, use the power door lock switch orpress the door unlock button on the Remote KeylessEntry (RKE) transmitter twice. SeeRemote KeylessEntry (RKE) System Operationo n p a g e 3!4.
On vehicles with a liftglass, press the button on theunderside of the license pocket applique (A) to open it.The liftglass can also be opened by pressing theliftglass release button on the RKE.
To open the entire liftgate, press the powerliftgate release button on the RKE or in the vehicle.SeePower Liftgateon page 3!14. You can alsopress the touchpad on the underside of the liftgatehandle (B). The liftgate will open after a slight delay.The vehicle must be in P (Park) to open the liftgate.To close the liftgate, use the pull cup or pull strapas an aid.
The liftgate or liftglass cannot be opened if the rearwipers are in motion. Attempting to open the liftgate orliftglass while the rear wipers are in motion will causethe release of the liftglass or liftgate to delay until thewipers are parked off the liftglass.
Both the liftglass and liftgate have an electric latch.If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage, theliftglass and liftgate will not open. The liftglass andliftgate will resume operation when the battery isreconnected and charged.
If the battery is properly connected and has adequatevoltage, and the liftgate or liftglass still will not function,your vehicle should be taken to a dealership for service.
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Pressing the buttons, or touchpad switch a second timewhile the liftgate is moving reverses the direction.
l:The liftgate can also be closed by pressing thepower liftgate button next to the liftgate latch.
Press the button a second time during liftgate operationto reverse that operation.
The power liftgate may be temporarily disabled underextreme temperatures, or under low battery conditions.If this occurs, the liftgate can still be operated manually.
If you shift the transmission out of P (Park) while thepower function is in progress, the liftgate power functionwill continue to completion. If you shift the transmissionout of P (Park) and accelerate before the power liftgatelatches closed, the liftgate may reverse to the openposition. Cargo could fall out of the vehicle. Alwaysmake sure the power liftgate is closed and latchedbefore you drive away.
If you power open the liftgate and the liftgate supportstruts have lost pressure, the lights will flash and achime will sound. The liftgate will stay open temporarily,then slowly close. See your dealer/retailer for servicebefore using the liftgate.
Obstacle Detection Features
If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a poweropen or close cycle, a warning chime will sound and theliftgate will automatically reverse direction to the fullclosed or open position. After removing the obstruction,the power liftgate operation can be used again. If theliftgate encounters multiple obstacles on the samepower cycle, the power function will deactivate, and youmust manually open or close the liftgate. The REARACCESS OPEN warning message in the DriverInformation Center (DIC) will indicate that the liftgate isopen. After removing the obstructions, manually openthe liftgate to the full open position or close the liftgateto the fully closed and latched position. The liftgate willnow resume normal power operation.
Your vehicle has pinch sensors located on the sideedges of the liftgate. If an object is caught between theliftgate and the body and presses against this sensor,the liftgate will reverse direction and open fully. Theliftgate will remain open until it is activated again orclosed manually. Do not force the liftgate open or closedduring a power cycle.
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Manual Operation of Power Liftgate
To change the liftgate to manual operation, press theswitch on the overhead console to the OFF position.
With the power liftgate disabled and all of the doorsunlocked, the liftgate can be manually openedand closed.
To open the liftgate, press the touchpad on the handleon the outside of the liftgate, and lift the gate open.To close the liftgate, use the pull cup to lower theliftgate and close. The liftgate latch will power close.Always close the liftgate before driving.
If the RKE button or the power close button on theliftgate is pressed while power operation is disabled, thelights will flash three times, but the liftgate will not move.
It is not recommended that you drive with the liftgateopen, however, if you must drive with the liftgate open,the liftgate should be set to manual operation bypressing the OFF switch on the center console.
The liftgate has an electric latch. If the battery isdisconnected or has low voltage, the liftgate will notopen. The liftgate will resume operation when thebattery is reconnected and charged.
If the battery is properly connected with adequatevoltage, the switch is not disabled, and the liftgate stillwill not function, your vehicle should be taken to adealer/retailer for service.
Power Assist Steps
Your vehicle may have power assist steps.
The power assist steps automatically extend frombeneath the vehicle on the side in which the door hasbeen opened. Once the door is closed, the assist stepsautomatically move back under the vehicle after a briefdelay. The vehicle must not be moving for the assiststeps to extend or retract.
The switch used todisable the power assiststeps is located on thecenter console below theclimate control system.
The assist steps cannot be disabled in theextended position.
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Programming the Power Windows
If the battery on the vehicle has been recharged,disconnected, or is not working, you will need toreprogram each front power window for the express-upfeature to work. Before reprogramming, replace orrecharge the vehicle's battery.
To program each front window, follow these steps:
1. With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN,or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) isactive, close all doors.
2. Press and hold the power window switch until thewindow is fully open.
3. Pull the power window switch up until the windowis fully closed.
4. Continue holding the switch up for approximatelytwo seconds after the window is completely closed.
The window is now reprogrammed. Repeat the processfor the other windows.
Window Lockout
o(Window Lockout) :The rear window lockout buttonis located on the driver door near the window switches.
Press the right side of the button to disable the rearwindow controls. The light on the button will illuminate,indicating the feature is in use. The rear windows stillcan be raised or lowered using the driver windowswitches when the lockout feature is active.
To restore power to the rear windows, press the buttonagain. The light on the button will go out.
Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Detach the sunvisor from the center mount and slide it along the rodfrom side-to-side to cover the driver or passenger sideof the front window. Swing the sun visor to the side tocover the side window. It can be moved along the rodfrom side-to-side in this position also.
Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror
Your vehicle has lighted visor vanity mirrors on both thedriver's and passenger's sun visors. Pull the sun visordown and lift the mirror cover to turn the lamps on.
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Theft-Deterrent Systems
Vehicle theft is big business, especially in some cities.This vehicle has theft-deterrent features, however, theydo not make it impossible to steal.
Content Theft-Deterrent
Your vehicle has a content theft-deterrent alarm system.
This is the security light.
To arm the theft-deterrent system:
1. Open the door.
2. Lock the door with the Remote KeylessEntry (RKE) transmitter or the power door lockswitch. The security light will come on to inform thedriver the system is arming. If a door is open whenthe doors are locked, the security light will flash.
If the delayed locking feature is turned on, thetheft!deterrent system will not start the armingprocess until the last door is closed and the delaytimer has expired. SeeDelayed Lockingonpage 3!11.
3. Close all doors. The security light should go offafter about 30 seconds. The alarm is not armeduntil the security light goes off.
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If a locked driver door is opened without using theRKE transmitter, a ten second pre-alarm will occur.The horn will chirp and the lights will flash. If the key isnot placed in the ignition and turned to START or thedoor is not unlocked by pressing the unlock button onthe RKE transmitter during the ten second pre-alarm,the alarm will go off. Your vehicle's headlamps will flashand the horn will sound for about 30 seconds, then willturn off to save the battery power.
The theft-deterrent system will not activate if the doorsare locked with the vehicle's key or the manual doorlock. It activates only if you use the power door lockswitch with the door open or the RKE transmitter.You should also remember that you can start yourvehicle with the correct ignition key if the alarm hasbeen set off.
To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
.If you do not want to activate the theft-deterrentsystem, the vehicle should be locked with the doorkey after the doors are closed.
.Always unlock the doors with the RKE transmitter.Unlocking a door any other way will set off thealarm if it is armed.
If you set off the alarm by accident, press unlock on theRKE transmitter or place the key in the ignition and turnit to START to turn off the alarm. The alarm will not stopif you try to unlock a door any other way.
Testing the Alarm
To test the alarm:
1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver's windowand open the driver's door.
2. Activate the system by locking the doors with thepower door lock switch while the door is open,or with the RKE transmitter.
3. Get out of the vehicle, close the door and wait forthe security light to go out.
4. Then reach in through the window, unlock thedoor with the manual door lock and open the door.This should set off the alarm.
While the alarm is set, the power door unlock switch willnot work.
If the alarm does not sound when it should but theheadlamps flash, check to see if the horn works.The horn fuse may be blown. To replace the fuse, seeFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 7!108.
If the alarm does not sound or the headlamps donot flash, the vehicle should be serviced by yourdealer/retailer.
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PASS-Key®III+ Electronic
Immobilizer
SeeRadio Frequency Statementon page 9!20forinformation regarding Part 15 of the FederalCommunications Commission (FCC) Rules andRSS-210/211 of Industry and Science Canada.
PASS-Key®III+ Electronic
Immobilizer Operation
Your vehicle has PASS-Key®III+ (PersonalizedAutomotive Security System) theft-deterrent system.PASS-Key®III+ is a passive theft-deterrent system.
The system is automatically armed when the key isremoved from the ignition.
The system is automatically disarmed when the key isturned to ON/RUN, ACC/ACCESSORY or START fromthe LOCK/OFF position.
You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system.
The security light will come on if there is a problem witharming or disarming the theft-deterrent system.
When the PASS-Key®III+ system senses that someoneis using the wrong key, it prevents the vehicle fromstarting. Anyone using a trial-and-error method to startthe vehicle will be discouraged because of the highnumber of electrical key codes.
If the engine does not start and the security light onthe instrument panel cluster comes on when trying tostart the vehicle, there may be a problem with yourtheft-deterrent system. Turn the ignition off andtry again.
If the engine still does not start, and the key appears tobe undamaged, try another ignition key. At this time,you may also want to check the fuse, seeFuses andCircuit Breakerson page 7!108. If the engine still doesnot start with the other key, your vehicle needs service.
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