power steering fluid CADILLAC ESCALADE 2015 4.G Owners Manual

Black plate (5,1)Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
7063683) - 2015 - crc - 2/24/14
Introduction v
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols
that may be found on the vehicle
and what they mean. For more
information on the symbol, refer to
the Index.
0:Adjustable Pedals
9:Airbag Readiness Light
!:Antilock Brake System (ABS)
g:Audio Steering Wheel Controls
or OnStar®(if equipped)
$: Brake System Warning Light
":Charging System
I:Cruise Control
B: Engine Coolant Temperature
O:Exterior Lamps
.:Fuel Gauge
+:Fuses
3: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer
(: Heated Steering Wheel
j:LATCH System Child
Restraints
*: Malfunction Indicator Lamp
::Oil Pressure
g:Outside Power Foldaway
Mirrors
O: Power
/:Remote Vehicle Start
>:Safety Belt Reminders
7:Tire Pressure Monitor
_: Tow/Haul Mode
d:Traction Control/StabiliTrak®
M:Windshield Washer Fluid

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5-2 Instruments and Controls
Ride Control SystemMessages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-41
Airbag System Messages . . . . 5-42
Safety Belt Messages . . . . . . . 5-42
Security Messages . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
Service Vehicle Messages . . . 5-42
Steering System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
Starting the Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-43
Tire Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-43
Transmission Messages . . . . . 5-43
Vehicle Reminder Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-44
Vehicle Speed Messages . . . . 5-44
Washer Fluid Messages . . . . . 5-45
Window Messages . . . . . . . . . . . 5-45
Vehicle Personalization
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . 5-45
Universal Remote System
Universal Remote System . . . 5-53
Universal Remote System Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-53
Universal Remote System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-55
Controls
Steering Wheel
Adjustment
To adjust the power tilt and
telescoping steering wheel,
if equipped:
Press the control to move the
steering wheel up and down or
forward and rearward.
Do not adjust the steering wheel
while driving.
Steering Wheel Controls
The infotainment system can be
operated by using the steering
wheel controls. See "Steering
Wheel Controls" in the infotainment
manual.
Heated Steering Wheel
((Heated Steering Wheel): For
vehicles equipped with a heated
steering wheel, press to turn on or
off. A light next to the button
displays when the feature is
turned on.
The steering wheel takes about
three minutes to start heating.

Black plate (4,1)Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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9-4 Driving and Operating
If the engine ever stops while the
vehicle is being driven, brake
normally but do not pump the
brakes. Doing so could make the
pedal harder to push down. If the
engine stops, there will be some
power brake assist but it will be
used when the brake is applied.
Once the power assist is used up, it
can take longer to stop and the
brake pedal will be harder to push.
Steering
Electric Power Steering
This vehicle has electric power
steering. It does not have power
steering fluid. Regular maintenance
is not required.
If power steering assist is lost due
to a system malfunction, the vehicle
can be steered, but may require
increased effort.
See your dealer if there is a
problem.If the steering assist is used for an
extended period of time, power
assist may be reduced.
If the steering wheel is turned until it
reaches the end of its travel, and is
held in that position for an extended
period of time, power steering assist
may be reduced.
Normal use of the power steering
assist should return when the
system cools down.
See specific vehicle steering
messages under
Steering System
Messages on page 5-42. See your
dealer if there is a problem.
Curve Tips
.Take curves at a reasonable
speed.
.Reduce speed before entering a
curve.
.Maintain a reasonable steady
speed through the curve.
.Wait until the vehicle is out of
the curve before accelerating
gently into the straightaway.
Steering in Emergencies
.There are some situations when
steering around a problem may
be more effective than braking.
.Holding both sides of the
steering wheel allows you to turn
180 degrees without removing
a hand.
.Antilock Brake System (ABS)
allows steering while braking.
Off-Road Recovery

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10-84 Vehicle Care
can be removed by rubbing with a
clean cloth. SeeRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on
page 11-11.
Tires
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to
clean the tires.
{Caution
Using petroleum-based tire
dressing products on the vehicle
may damage the paint finish and/
or tires. When applying a tire
dressing, always wipe off any
overspray from all painted
surfaces on the vehicle.
Wheels and Trim —Aluminum
or Chrome
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild
soap and water to clean the wheels.
After rinsing thoroughly with clean
water, dry with a soft, clean towel.
A wax may then be applied.
{Caution
Chrome wheels and other chrome
trim may be damaged if the
vehicle is not washed after driving
on roads that have been sprayed
with magnesium, calcium,
or sodium chloride. These
chlorides are used on roads for
conditions such as ice and dust.
Always wash the chrome with
soap and water after exposure.
{Caution
To avoid surface damage, do not
use strong soaps, chemicals,
abrasive polishes, cleaners,
brushes, or cleaners that contain
acid on aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels. Use only
approved cleaners. Also, never
drive a vehicle with aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels through an
(Continued)
Caution (Continued)
automatic car wash that uses
silicone carbide tire cleaning
brushes. Damage could occur
and the repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Steering, Suspension, and
Chassis Components
Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of wear at
least once a year.
Inspect power steering for proper
hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc.
Visually check constant velocity joint
boots and axle seals for leaks.
For 1500 Series vehicles, at least
every other oil change lubricate the
outer tie rod ends.

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Service and Maintenance 11-9
Battery
The battery supplies power to start
the engine and operate any
additional electrical accessories.
.To avoid break-down or failure to
start the vehicle, maintain a
battery with full cranking power.
.Trained dealer technicians have
the diagnostic equipment to test
the battery and ensure that the
connections and cables are
corrosion-free.
Belts
.Belts may need replacing if they
squeak or show signs of
cracking or splitting.
.Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the belts and
recommend adjustment or
replacement when necessary.
Brakes
Brakes stop the vehicle and are
crucial to safe driving.
.Signs of brake wear may include
chirping, grinding, or squealing
noises, or difficulty stopping.
.Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the brakes and
recommend quality parts
engineered for the vehicle.
Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved
fluids protect the vehicle’s systems
and components. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11-11 for GM
approved fluids.
.Engine oil and windshield
washer fluid levels should be
checked at every fuel fill.
.Instrument cluster lights may
come on to indicate that fluids
may be low and need to be
filled.
Hoses
Hoses transport fluids and should
be regularly inspected to ensure
that there are no cracks or leaks. With a multi-point inspection, your
dealer can inspect the hoses and
advise if replacement is needed.
Lamps
Properly working headlamps,
taillamps, and brake lamps are
important to see and be seen on
the road.
.Signs that the headlamps need
attention include dimming, failure
to light, cracking, or damage.
The brake lamps need to be
checked periodically to ensure
that they light when braking.
.With a multi-point inspection,
your dealer can check the lamps
and note any concerns.
Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
.Signs of wear may include
steering wheel vibration, bounce/
sway while braking, longer
stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.

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INDEX i-7
Lights (cont'd)Safety Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . 5-15
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Service Electric Parking
Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
StabiliTrak
®OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Tow/Haul Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak
®. . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Locking Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40
Locks Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . 5-25
Low-Profile Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-43
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH
System) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-46
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
M
Magnetic Ride Control . . . . . . . . . 9-40
MaintenanceRecords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-14
Maintenance and Care Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . 11-4
Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-11
Transfer Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-32
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . 5-17
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-30
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Messages Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
Battery Voltage and
Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
Brake System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-34
Compass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36
Engine Cooling System . . . . . . . 5-36
Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37
Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37
Fuel System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37
Key and Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37 Messages (cont'd)
Lamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-38
Object Detection System . . . . . 5-38
Ride Control System . . . . . . . . . . 5-41
Safety Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
Service Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
Starting the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . 5-43
Steering System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-43
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-43
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-33
Vehicle Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-44
Vehicle Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-44
Washer Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-45
Window . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-45
Mirror Child-View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Mirrors Automatic DimmingRearview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-25
Blind Spot . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Convex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Folding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-22
Tilt in Reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-24