engine CADILLAC ESCALADE 2010 3.G Owners Manual

Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found onthe vehicle and what they mean. For more informationon the symbol, refer to the index.
0:Adjustable Pedals
9:Airbag Readiness Light
#:Air Conditioning
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
g:Audio Steering Wheel Controls or OnStar®
$:Brake System Warning Light
":Charging System
I:Cruise Control
B:Engine Coolant Temperature
O:Exterior Lamps
#:Fog Lamps
.:Fuel Gage
+:Fuses
i:Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
j:LATCH System Child Restraints
*:Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
g:Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
}:Power
/:Remote Vehicle Start
>:Safety Belt Reminders
7:Tire Pressure Monitor
_:Tow/Haul Mode
F:Traction Control
M:Windshield Washer Fluid
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Section 1 In Brief
Instrument Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Initial Drive Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-4Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9Third Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9Heated Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11Sensing System for Passenger Airbag . . . . . . . . . 1-11Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-13Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-14Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Vehicle Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16Portable Audio Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-17Bluetooth®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18Navigation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18Driver Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-18Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21Ultrasonic Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21Universal Remote System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-21
Performance and Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22StabiliTrak®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23Driving for Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23Roadside Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24OnStar®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
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Initial Drive Information
This section provides a brief overview about some ofthe important features that may or may not be on yourspecific vehicle.
For more detailed information, refer to each of thefeatures which can be found later in this owner manual.
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock andunlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 feet) away fromthe vehicle.
PressKto unlock the
driver door. PressK
again within five secondsto unlock all remainingdoors.
PressQto lock all doors.
Lock and unlock feedback can be personalized.
Press and hold&to open or close the liftgate.
Press and holdmto open the liftglass.
PressLand release to locate the vehicle.
PressLand hold for three seconds to sound the
panic alarm.
PressLagain to cancel the panic alarm.
SeeKeyso n p a g e 3!3andRemote Keyless Entry(RKE) System Operation on page 3!4.
Remote Vehicle Start
With this feature the engine can be started from outsideof the vehicle.
Starting the Vehicle
1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle.
2. PressQ.
3. Immediately after completing Step 2, press and
hold/until the turn signal lamps flash.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn onand remain on as long as the engine is running. Thedoors will be locked and the climate control system maycome on.
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The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes.Repeat the steps for a 10-minute time extension.Remote start can be extended only once.
Canceling a Remote Start
To cancel a remote start:
.Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press
and hold/until the parking lamps turn off.
.Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.Turn the ignition on and then back off.
SeeRemote Vehicle Start on page 3!7.
Door Locks
There are several ways to lock and unlock the vehicle.
From outside, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)transmitter or the key in the driver door. From inside,use the power door locks or the manual door locks.To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, pushdown or pull up on the manual lock knob.
Power Door Locks
If available, these switches are located on thefront doors.
K:Press to unlock the doors.
Q:Remove the key from the ignition and press tolock the doors.
For more information, see:
.Programmable Automatic Door Locksonpage 3!11.
.Rear Door Security Locks on page 3!11.
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Note:The Tire Pressure Monitor can alert you aboutlow tire pressure, but it does not replace normal monthlytire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility tomaintain correct tire pressures.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor Systemon page 7!67andTire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 7!68.
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates engine oil lifebased on vehicle use and displays a DIC messagewhen it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter.The oil life system should be reset to 100% onlyfollowing an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Display the OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC.
2. Press and hold the SET/RESET button on the DICfor more than five seconds. The oil life will changeto 100%.
SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 7!20.
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
This vehicle has a yellow fuel cap and can use eitherunleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to85% ethanol (E85). SeeGasoline Octaneo n p a g e 7!8andFuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 7!9.
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are somedriving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
.Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
.Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
.Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
.When road and weather conditions areappropriate, use cruise control, if equipped.
.Always follow posted speed limits or drive moreslowly when conditions require.
.Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
.Combine several trips into a single trip.
.Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPCSpec number molded into the tire's sidewall nearthe size.
.Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
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{WARNING:
A crash severe enough to inflate the airbags may
have also damaged important functions in the
vehicle, such as the fuel system, brake and
steering systems, etc. Even if the vehicle appears
to be drivable after a moderate crash, there may
be concealed damage that could make it difficult
to safely operate the vehicle.
Use caution if you should attempt to restart the
engine after a crash has occurred.
In many crashes severe enough to inflate the airbag,windshields are broken by vehicle deformation.Additional windshield breakage may also occur fromthe right front passenger airbag.
.Airbags are designed to inflate only once. After anairbag inflates, you will need some new parts forthe airbag system. If you do not get them, theairbag system will not be there to help protect youin another crash. A new system will include airbagmodules and possibly other parts. The servicemanual for your vehicle covers the need to replaceother parts.
.The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnosticmodule which records information after a crash.SeeVehicle Data Recording and Privacyonpage 9!18andEvent Data Recordersonpage 9!19.
.Let only qualified technicians work on the airbagsystems. Improper service can mean that anairbag system will not work properly. See yourdealer/retailer for service.
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Section 3 Features and Controls
Keys. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) SystemOperation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Doors and Locks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11Programmable Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . 3-11Rear Door Security Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-11Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12Liftgate/Liftglass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12Power Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14Power Assist Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Windows. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Theft-Deterrent Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22Content Theft-Deterrent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-22PASS-Key®III+ Electronic Immobilizer . . . . . . . . . 3-24PASS-Key®III+ Electronic ImmobilizerOperation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle. . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-27Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-28Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal . . . . . . . . . . . 3-30Engine Coolant Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31Active Fuel Management™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32Automatic Transmission Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-38Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39Shifting Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40Parking Over Things That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-42
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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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To replace the battery:
1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin objectinserted into the notch, located above themetal base.
2. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object.
3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up.Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
4. Snap the transmitter back together.
Remote Vehicle Start
This feature allows you to start the engine from outsideof the vehicle. It may also start up the vehicle's heatingor air conditioning systems and rear window defogger.Normal operation of the system will return after the keyis turned to the ON/RUN position.
During a remote start, the climate control system willdefault to a heating or cooling mode depending on theoutside temperatures.
During a remote start, if your vehicle has an automaticclimate control system and heated seats, the heatedseats will turn on during colder outside temperaturesand will shut off when the key is turned to ON/RUN.If your vehicle does not have an automatic climatecontrol system, during remote start, you will need tomanually turn the heated seats on and off. SeeHeatedand Cooled Seatso n p a g e 2!5for additionalinformation.
Laws in some communities may restrict the use ofremote starters. For example, some laws may require aperson using the remote start to have the vehicle inview when doing so. Check local regulations for anyrequirements on remote starting of vehicles.
Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is lowon fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel.
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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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