sunroof CADILLAC ESCALADE 2016 4.G Owners Manual

Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-9369153) -
2016 - crc - 6/19/15
In Brief 5
In Brief
Instrument Panel
Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Initial Drive Information
Initial Drive Information . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Seat Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Memory Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Third Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Heated and Cooled Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Head Restraint Adjustment . . . . 14
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Passenger Sensing System . . . 15
Mirror Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . 16
Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Windshield Wiper/Washer . . . . . . 18
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Vehicle Features
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . 21
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Driver Information
Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Front Automatic Braking (FAB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . 22
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . 23
Surround Vision . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . 23
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Parking Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Universal Remote System . . . . . 24
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Performance and Maintenance
Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Tire Pressure Monitor . . . . . . . . . . 26
Engine Oil Life System . . . . . . . . 26 Driving for Better Fuel
Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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24 In Brief
Rear Automatic Braking
(RAB) System
If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) it also has the RAB
system, which is designed to help
avoid or reduce the harm caused by
backing crashes when the vehicle is
shifted into R (Reverse). If the
system detects the vehicle is
backing too fast to avoid a crash
with a detected object behind your
vehicle in your path, it may
automatically brake hard to a stop.
SeeAssistance Systems for Parking
or Backing 0233.
Power Outlets
Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct
Current
Accessory power outlets can be
used to plug in electrical equipment,
such as a cell phone, MP3
player, etc.
The vehicle has five accessory
power outlets:
.
One near the cupholders on the
center console. .
One inside the center console.
. One on the rear of the center
console.
. One in the third row seat on the
driver side.
. One in the rear cargo area on
the passenger side.
Lift the cover to access and replace
when not in use.
See Power Outlets 0120.
Universal Remote System
If equipped, these buttons are in the
front overhead console. This system provides a way to
replace up to three remote control
transmitters used to activate
devices such as garage door
openers, security systems, and
home automation devices.
See
Universal Remote System
Programming 0163.
Sunroof
1. Open or Close
2. Vent
On vehicles with a sunroof, the
sunroof only operates when the
ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or
ON/RUN, or when Retained

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Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
SeeRetained Accessory Power
(RAP) 0204.
Vent : From the closed position,
press the rear of switch (2) to vent
the sunroof.
Open/Close : To open the sunroof,
press and hold switch (1) until the
sunroof reaches the desired
position. Press and hold the front of
switch (1) to close it.
Express-Open/Express-Close : To
express-open the sunroof, fully
press and release the rear of
switch (1) until the sunroof reaches
the desired position. To
express-close the sunroof, fully
press and release the front of
switch (1). Press the switch again to
stop it.
When the sunroof is opened, an air
deflector will automatically raise.
The air deflector will retract when
the sunroof is closed.
The sunroof also has a sunshade
which can be pulled forward to block
sun rays. The sunshade must be
opened and closed manually. If an object is in the path of the
sunroof while it is closing, the
anti-pinch feature will detect the
object and stop the sunroof.
See
Sunroof 051.Performance and
Maintenance
Traction Control/
Electronic Stability
Control
The vehicle has a traction control
system that limits wheel spin and
the StabiliTrak system that assists
with directional control of the vehicle
in difficult driving conditions. Both
systems come on automatically
when the vehicle is started and
begins to move.
.
To turn off traction control, press
and release
gon the center
stack. The traction off light
i
displays in the instrument
cluster. The appropriate Driver
Information Center (DIC)
message displays. See Ride
Control System Messages
0 152.
. To turn off both traction control
and StabiliTrak, press and
hold
guntiliandgilluminate

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28 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Keys, Doors, and
Windows
Keys and Locks
Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . 34
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Power Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Automatic Door Locks . . . . . . . . . 37
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Doors
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Power Assist Steps . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Vehicle Security
Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Vehicle Alarm System . . . . . . . . . 43
Immobilizer Operation . . . . . . . . . 44
Exterior Mirrors
Convex Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Power Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Blind Spot Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . 48
Automatic Dimming Rearview
Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Child-View Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Windows
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Power Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Sun Visors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Roof
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Keys and Locks
Keys
{Warning
Leaving children in a vehicle with
a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter is dangerous and
children or others could be
seriously injured or killed. They
could operate the power windows
or other controls or make the
vehicle move. The windows will
function with the RKE transmitter
in the vehicle, and children or
others could be caught in the path
of a closing window. Do not leave
children in a vehicle with an RKE
transmitter.

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Windows
{Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless
adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle,
especially with the windows
closed in warm or hot weather.
They can be overcome by the
extreme heat and suffer
permanent injuries or even death
from heat stroke.
The vehicle aerodynamics are
designed to improve fuel economy
performance. This may result in apulsing sound when either rear
window is down and the front
windows are up. To reduce the
sound, open either a front window
or the sunroof, if equipped.
Power Windows
{Warning
Children could be seriously
injured or killed if caught in the
path of a closing window. Never
leave keys in a vehicle with
children. When there are children
in the rear seat, use the window
lockout button to prevent
operation of the windows. See
Keys
028.
The driver door switches control all
windows. Each passenger door has
a switch that controls only that
window. The power windows work
when the ignition is in ON/RUN or
ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained
Accessory Power (RAP). See
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
0204.
Press the switch to lower the
window. Pull the switch up to
raise it.
Express-Down Windows
Windows that have the
express-down feature allow the
windows to be lowered without

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Keys, Doors, and Windows 51
Window Lockout
This feature prevents the rear
passenger windows from operating,
except from the driver position.
.PressZto activate the rear
window locks. An indicator light
will illuminate when the feature
is on.
. Press
Zagain to deactivate the
rear window locks.
Sun Visors
Pull the sun visor down to block
glare. Detach the sun visor from the
center mount to pivot to the side
window or, if equipped, extend
along the rod.
Roof
Sunroof
1. Open or Close
2. Vent
On vehicles with a sunroof, the
sunroof only operates when the
ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or
ON/RUN, or when Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
See Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) 0204.
Vent : From the closed position,
press the rear of switch (2) to vent
the sunroof.

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52 Keys, Doors, and Windows
Open/Close :To open the sunroof,
press and hold switch (1) until the
sunroof reaches the desired
position. Press and hold the front of
switch (1) to close it.
Express-Open/Express-Close : To
express-open the sunroof, fully
press and release the rear of
switch (1) until the sunroof reaches
the desired position. To
express-close the sunroof, fully
press and release the front of
switch (1). Press the switch again to
stop it.
When the sunroof is opened, an air
deflector will automatically raise.
The air deflector will retract when
the sunroof is closed.
The sunroof also has a sunshade
which can be pulled forward to block
sun rays. The sunshade must be
opened and closed manually.
If an object is in the path of the
sunroof while it is closing, the
anti-pinch feature will detect the
object and stop the sunroof.
Dirt and debris may collect on the
sunroof seal or in the track. This
could cause an issue with sunroof
operation or noise. It could also plug
the water drainage system.
Periodically open the sunroof and
remove any obstacles or loose
debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and
roof sealing area using a clean
cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not
remove grease from the sunroof.
If water is seen dripping into the
water drainage system, this is
normal.

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204 Driving and Operating
engine starts, let go of the
button, and the accelerator.
If the vehicle starts briefly but
then stops again, do the same
thing. This clears the extra
gasoline from the engine. Do
not race the engine
immediately after starting it.
Operate the engine and
transmission gently until the oil
warms up and lubricates all
moving parts.
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP)
The following vehicle accessories
can be used for up to 10 minutes
after the engine is turned off:
.Audio System
. Power Windows
. OnStar System (if equipped)
. Sunroof (if equipped)
. Accessory Power Outlets. The
console and center seat outlets
are RAP powered. These features work when the
ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/
ACCESSORY. Once the ignition is
turned from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF,
the windows and sunroof continue
to work up to 10 minutes until any
door is opened. The radio continues
to work for up to 10 minutes or until
the driver door is opened.
Shifting Into Park
{Warning
It can be dangerous to get out of
the vehicle if the shift lever is not
fully in P (Park) with the parking
brake firmly set. The vehicle can
roll. If you have left the engine
running, the vehicle can move
suddenly. You or others could be
injured. To be sure the vehicle will
not move, even when you are on
fairly level ground, use the steps
that follow. If the vehicle has a
four-wheel drive transfer case
with a N (Neutral) position, and
the transfer case is in N (Neutral),
(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
the vehicle will be free to roll,
even if the shift lever is in
P (Park). Be sure the transfer
case is in a drive gear. If towing a
trailer, seeDriving Characteristics
and Towing Tips 0249.
1. Hold the brake pedal down, then set the parking brake.
See Parking Brake 0217.
2. Move the shift lever into the P (Park) position by pulling the
shift lever toward you and
moving it up as far as it will go.
3. Be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear —not in
N (Neutral).
4. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.

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Vehicle Care 289
Number Usage3 Not used
4 Accessory power outlet 4
5 Not used
6 Not used
7 Not used
8 Glove box
9 Not used
10 Not used
11 Not used
12 Steering wheel controls
13 Body control module 8
14 Not used
15 Not used
16 Not used
17 Not used
18 Not used
19 Body control module 4
20 Rear seat entertainment Number Usage
21 Sunroof
22 Not used
23 Not used
24 Not used
25 Not used
26 Info/Airbag
27 Spare/RF WDW RN SW
28 Obstacle detection/USB
29 Radio
30 Not used
31 Not used
32 Not used
33 Not used
34 Not used
35 Not used
36 SEO B2
37 SEO
38 Body control module 2
39 A/C Inverter Number Usage
40 Not used
41 Not used
42 Not used
43 Not used
44 Right door window motor
45 Front blower
46 Body control module 6
47 Body control module 7
48 Amplifier
49 Right front seat
50 Accessory power outlet 3
51 Not used
52 Retained accessory power/Accessory
relay
53 Not used
54 Not used
55 Not used
56 Not used

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Service and Maintenance 335
Additional Required Services
Every Service
.Rotate tires. Tires should be
rotated every service. See Tire
Rotation 0299.
At Each Fuel Stop
. Engine oil level check. See
Engine Oil 0262.
. Engine coolant level check. See
Engine Coolant 0268.
. Windshield washer fluid level
check. See Washer Fluid 0272.
Once a Month
. Tire inflation check. See Tire
Pressure 0293.
. Tire wear inspection. See Tire
Inspection 0299.
. Sunroof track and seal
inspection, if equipped. See
Sunroof 051. Once a Year
.
See Starter Switch Check 0277.
. See Automatic Transmission
Shift Lock Control Function
Check 0277.
. See Park Brake and P (Park)
Mechanism Check 0278.
. Accelerator pedal check for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
. Flush the underbody at least
twice a year. See “Underbody
Maintenance” inExterior Care
0 323.
. Hood/Decklid/Liftgate/Liftglass
Support Gas Strut Service:
Visually inspect gas strut,
if equipped, for signs of wear,
cracks, or other damage. Check
the hold open ability of the gas
strut. Contact your dealer if
service is required. .
Engine air cleaner filter
replacement or every 20 000 km/
12,500 Miles. See Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter 0266. If driving in
dusty conditions, inspect the
filter at each oil change or more
often as needed.
Every 72 000 km/45,000 Miles
. Replace brake fluid (or every
three years, whichever occurs
first).
Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles
. Replace spark plugs. Inspect
spark plug wires.
. Evaporative control system
inspection. Check all fuel and
vapor lines and hoses for proper
hook-up, routing, and condition.
Every 156 000 km/97,500 Miles
. Four-wheel-drive vehicles only:
Transfer case fluid change.
During any maintenance, if a
power washer is used to clean
mud and dirt from the
underbody, care should be
taken. Do not directly power
wash the transfer case and/or