fuel CADILLAC ESCALADE 2022 Owner's Manual

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190 INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
Smart POI Icons on Map (If
Equipped)
The smart POI icons such as fuel
stations and parking may appear
based on time, location, driver search
behavior, driving conditions, and
vehicle conditions.
Touch a smart POI icon to open the
corresponding details:
.Left side: Name and address of the
POI + ETE (Estimated Time
Enroute.)
.Right side:E
Smart Fuel Station Icons
Fuel station prices are shown if
available for nearby stations when the
vehicle is low on fuel.Smart Parking Icons
When approaching destination, the
system will attempt to display nearby
parking destinations with pricing
information, if available.
Report an Issue Using POI Details (If
Equipped)
In the POI details page, a POI issue
can be reported if the data is not
accurate or the address is incorrect.
Touch Report an Issue near the
bottom of the display to access the
issue selection page. Touch one of the
predefined issues on the selection
page, then touch Send. The system
will send the information for analysis.
Connected Navigation
Connected Navigation is a
subscription service that enables
certain capabilities within the
navigation system, such as Traffic,
Smart Search/Routing, and
Personalized Navigation capabilities.
The system will show an alert when
the subscription is expiring and will
ask to renew the plan.
Global Positioning
System (GPS)
If equipped, the position of the vehicle
is determined by using satellite
signals, various vehicle signals, and
map data.
At times, other interference such as
the satellite condition, road
configuration, condition of the vehicle,
and/or other circumstances can affect
the navigation system's ability to
determine the accurate position of the
vehicle.
The GPS shows the current position of
the vehicle using signals sent by GPS
satellites. When the vehicle is not
receiving signals from the satellites, a
symbol appears in the status bar.
This system might not be available or
interference can occur if any of the
following are true:
.Signals are obstructed by tall
buildings, trees, large trucks, or a
tunnel.
.Satellites are being repaired or
improved.

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Manage Settings
Buckle To Drive :When turned ON,
Buckle to Drive prevents the driver
from shifting out of P (Park) for a
period of time if driver seat belt, and
on some vehicles, the passenger seat
belt, is not buckled. See Buckle To
Drive 059 and
Vehicle Personalization 0140.
Teen Driver Speed Limiter : Limits
the maximum speed of the vehicle.
When the speed limiter is turned on
and the vehicle is started with a Teen
Driver key, the DIC displays a message
that the top speed is limited.
On certain vehicles, when the Speed
Limiter is turned ON, the vehicle’s
maximum acceleration will be limited.
The DIC will display a message that
the acceleration is limited.
Teen Driver Speed Warning : Allows
the speed warning to be turned on or
off. Touch Set Teen Driver Speed
Warning to set the warning speed.
Set Teen Driver Speed Warning :
Displays a warning in the DIC when
exceeding a selectable speed. Choose the desired speed warning level. The
speed warning does not limit the
speed of the vehicle.
Audio Volume Limit :
Allows the
audio volume limit to be turned on or
off. Touch Set Audio Volume Limit to
choose the maximum allowable audio
volume level.
SiriusXM Explicit Content Filter (if
equipped) : Allows the SiriusXM
Explicit Content Filter to be turned
ON or OFF. When ON, the teen driver
will not be able to listen to SiriusXM
stations that contain explicit content,
and the Explicit Content Filter
selection in the Audio Settings will be
unavailable for change.
When Teen Driver is Active:
.The radio will mute when the
driver, or in some vehicles, the front
passenger seat belt, is not buckled.
The audio from any device paired to
the vehicle will also be muted.
.If an object, such as a briefcase,
handbag, grocery bag, laptop,
or other electronic device, is on the
front passenger seat, it could cause the radio to mute. If this happens,
remove the object from the seat. See
Passenger Sensing System
072.
.Some safety systems, such as
Forward Collision Alert, if equipped,
cannot be turned off.
.The gap setting for the Forward
Collision Alert and Adaptive Cruise
Control, if equipped, cannot be
changed.
.When trying to change a safety
feature that is not configurable in
Teen Driver, the DIC displays a
message indicating that Teen Driver
is active and the action is not
available.
.Super Cruise, if equipped, is not
available.
.Enhanced Low Fuel Warning (if
equipped) –When the vehicle is low
on fuel, the low fuel light on the
instrument cluster flashes and the
DIC low fuel warning cannot be
dismissed.
.Do not tow a trailer.

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Automatic Operation
The system automatically controls the
fan speed, air delivery, air
conditioning, and recirculation in
order to heat or cool the vehicle to the
desired temperature.
When AUTO is underlined, the system
is in full automatic operation. If the
air delivery mode or fan setting is
manually adjusted, the auto indicator
turns off and the display will show the
selected settings. Auto operation can
be turned off individually for climate
settings.
For automatic operation:1. Press AUTO.
2. Set the temperature. Allow the system time to stabilize. Then
adjust the temperature as needed
for best comfort.
To improve fuel efficiency and to cool
the vehicle faster, recirculation may be
automatically selected in warm
weather. The recirculation light will
not come on. Press
@to select
recirculation; press it again to select
outside air. English units can be changed to
metric units through the instrument
cluster. See
“Cluster Options Menu ”
under Instrument Cluster 0115.
OFF : Press OFF to turn the fan on or
off. When off is selected, the system
will stop air from flowing into the
cabin. If on is selected or any other
buttons are pressed, the climate
control system will turn on and
operate at the current setting.
y/z: The temperature can be
adjusted separately for the driver and
the passenger. Press to decrease or lift
to increase the temperature. Press or
lift and hold to rapidly increase or
decrease the temperature.
SYNC : Touch SYNC on the climate
control display to link all climate zone
settings to the driver settings. Adjust
the driver side temperature control to
change the linked temperature. When
the passenger setting is adjusted, the
SYNC underline turns off. Rear :
Touch Rear on the
infotainment screen to open the rear
climate control screen. The rear
climate control settings can now be
adjusted from the front
passenger area.
Manual Operation
z 9 y: Press to decrease or lift to
increase the fan speed. Press or lift
and hold the fan controls to adjust
speed more quickly. The fan speed
setting displays. Any adjustment of
the fan speed cancels automatic fan
control and the fan can be controlled
manually. Press AUTO to return to
automatic operation.
To turn off the fan and climate
control system, press OFF on the
center stack climate controls. The
airf low will be blocked from entering
in all air delivery modes, except
defrost.
The maximum automatic fan speed
can be set to low, medium, or high. To
adjust Auto Fan Speed, see “Climate
and Air Quality” underVehicle
Personalization 0140.

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Driving and
Operating
Driving Information
Driving for Better FuelEconomy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Distracted Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Defensive Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Impaired Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Control of a Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
Off-Road Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Driving on Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . 239
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
If the Vehicle Is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Starting and Operating
New Vehicle Break-In . . . . . . . . . . . . 245
Ignition Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 249
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 250 Shifting out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Parking over Things
That Burn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Dynamic Fuel Management . . . . . 251
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251
Engine Exhaust
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Automatic Transmission
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . 252
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 256
Drive Systems
Four-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Brakes
Electric Brake Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . 262
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Brake Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Automatic VehicleHold (AVH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Ride Control Systems
Traction Control/ElectronicStability Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267
Magnetic Ride Control . . . . . . . . . . . 270 Locking Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Four Corner Air Suspension
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 270
Cruise Control
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Adaptive Cruise Control(Advanced) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Super Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
Driver Assistance Systems
Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . . . 302
Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 303
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . 304
Surround Vision System . . . . . . . . . 305
Park Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Automatic Parking Assist (APA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314
Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316
Rear Pedestrian Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . 318
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Assistance Systems for Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Automatic Emergency
Braking (AEB) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 321

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Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB)System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 323
Night Vision System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 325
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . 327
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . . 327
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . . . 330
Fuel
Top Tier Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 332
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Fuels in Foreign Countries . . . . . . . 333
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Filling a Portable Fuel Container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Trailer Towing
General Towing Information . . . . 336
Driving Characteristics andTowing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Towing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Trailer Sway Control (TSC) . . . . . . 354
Trailering App . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Conversions and Add-Ons
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 367
Driving Information
Driving for Better Fuel
Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage.
Here are some driving tips to get the
best fuel economy possible:
.Set the climate controls to the
desired temperature after the engine
is started, or turn them off when
not required.
.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
are appropriate, use cruise control.
.Always follow posted speed limits or
drive more slowly when conditions
require.
.Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
.Combine several trips into a
single trip.
.Replace the vehicle's tires with the
same TPC Spec number molded into
the tire's sidewall near the size.
.Follow recommended scheduled
maintenance.
Distracted Driving
Distraction comes in many forms and
can take your focus from the task of
driving. Exercise good judgment and
do not let other activities divert your
attention away from the road. Many
local governments have enacted laws
regarding driver distraction. Become
familiar with the local laws in
your area.
To avoid distracted driving, keep your
eyes on the road, keep your hands on
the steering wheel, and focus your
attention on driving.
.Do not use a phone in demanding
driving situations. Use a hands-free
method to place or receive
necessary phone calls.
.Watch the road. Do not read, take
notes, or look up information on
phones or other electronic devices.
.Designate a front seat passenger to
handle potential distractions.

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Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid
only the braking skid.
Off-Road Driving
Four-wheel-drive vehicles can be used
for off-road driving. Vehicles without
four-wheel drive and vehicles not
equipped with All Terrain (AT) or
On-Off Road (OOR) tires must not be
driven off-road except on a level, solid
surface. For contact information about
the original equipment tires, see the
warranty manual.
One of the best ways for successful
off-road driving is to control the
speed.
{Warning
When driving off-road, bouncing
and quick changes in direction can
easily throw you out of position.
This could cause you to lose control
and crash. You and your passengers
should always wear seat belts.
Before Driving Off-Road
.Have all necessary maintenance and
service work completed.
.Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, and
check inflation pressure in all tires,
including the spare, if equipped.
.Read all the information about
four-wheel-drive vehicles in this
manual.
.Know the local laws that apply to
off-road driving.
Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road
Driving
{Warning
.Unsecured cargo on the load
floor can be tossed about when
driving over rough terrain. You or
your passengers can be struck by
flying objects. Secure the cargo
properly.
.Keep cargo in the cargo area as
far forward and as low as
possible. The heaviest things
should be on the floor, forward
of the rear axle.
.Heavy loads on the roof raise the
vehicle's center of gravity,
making it more likely to roll over.
You can be seriously or fatally(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
injured if the vehicle rolls over.
Put heavy loads inside the cargo
area, not on the roof.
For more information about loading
the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits
0 241 and
Tires 0402.
Environmental Concerns
.Always use established trails, roads,
and areas that have been set aside
for public off-road recreational
driving and obey all posted
regulations.
.Do not damage shrubs, flowers,
trees, or grasses or disturb wildlife.
.Do not park over things that burn.
See Parking over Things That Burn
0 251.
Driving on Hills
Driving safely on hills requires good
judgment and an understanding of
what the vehicle can and cannot do.

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Traction is reduced on hard packed
snow and ice and it is easy to lose
control. Reduce vehicle speed when
driving on hard packed snow and ice.
{Warning
Driving on frozen lakes, ponds,
or rivers can be dangerous. Ice
conditions vary greatly and the
vehicle could fall through the ice;
you and your passengers could
drown. Drive your vehicle on safe
surfaces only.
Driving in Water
{Warning
Driving through rushing water can
be dangerous. Deep water can
sweep your vehicle downstream and
you and your passengers could
drown. If it is only shallow water, it
can still wash away the ground
from under your tires. Traction
could be lost, and the vehicle could
roll over. Do not drive through
rushing water.
Caution
Do not drive through standing
water if it is deep enough to cover
the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust
pipe. Deep water can damage the
axle and other vehicle parts.
If the standing water is not too deep,
drive through it slowly. At faster
speeds, water can get into the engine
and cause it to stall. Stalling can
occur if the exhaust pipe is under
water. Do not turn off the ignition
when driving through water. If the
exhaust pipe is under water, the
engine will not start. When going
through water, the brakes get wet and
it may take longer to stop. See
“Driving on Wet Roads ”later in this
section.
After Off-Road Driving
Remove any brush or debris that has
collected on the underbody or chassis,
or under the hood. These
accumulations can be a fire hazard.
After operation in mud or sand, have
the brake linings cleaned and checked.
These substances can cause glazing and uneven braking. Check the body
structure, driveline, steering,
suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust
system for damage and check the fuel
lines and cooling system for any
leakage.
More frequent maintenance service is
required. See the
Maintenance Schedule
0 455.
Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle
traction and affect your ability to stop
and accelerate. Always drive slower in
these types of driving conditions and
avoid driving through large puddles
and deep-standing or flowing water.
{Warning
Wet brakes can cause crashes. They
might not work as well in a quick
stop and could cause pulling to one
side. You could lose control of the
vehicle.
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Warning (Continued)
.Open a window about 5 cm (2 in)
on the vehicle side that is away
from the wind, to bring in
fresh air.
.Fully open the air outlets on or
under the instrument panel.
.Adjust the climate control
system to circulate the air inside
the vehicle and set the fan speed
to the highest setting. See
“Climate Control Systems.”
For more information about CO, see
Engine Exhaust 0252.
To save fuel, run the engine for short
periods to warm the vehicle and then
shut the engine off and partially close
the window. Moving about to keep
warm also helps.
If it takes time for help to arrive,
when running the engine, push the
accelerator pedal slightly so the
engine runs faster than the idle speed.
This keeps the battery charged to
restart the vehicle and to signal for
help with the headlamps. Do this as
little as possible, to save fuel.
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels
to free the vehicle when stuck in sand,
mud, ice, or snow.
If stuck too severely for the traction
system to free the vehicle, turn the
traction system off and use the
rocking method. See Traction Control/
Electronic Stability Control 0265.
{Warning
If the vehicle's tires spin at high
speed, they can explode, and you or
others could be injured. The vehicle
can overheat, causing an engine
compartment fire or other damage.
Spin the wheels as little as possible
and avoid going above 56 km/h
(35 mph).
Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out
Turn the steering wheel left and right
to clear the area around the front
wheels. Turn off any traction system.
Shift back and forth between
R (Reverse) and a low forward gear,
spinning the wheels as little as
possible. To prevent transmission wear, wait until the wheels stop
spinning before shifting gears. Release
the accelerator pedal while shifting,
and press lightly on the accelerator
pedal when the transmission is in
gear. Slowly spinning the wheels in
the forward and reverse directions
causes a rocking motion that could
free the vehicle. If that does not get
the vehicle out after a few tries, it
might need to be towed out. If the
vehicle does need to be towed out, see
Towing the Vehicle
0439.
Vehicle Load Limits
It is very important to know how
much weight the vehicle can carry.
This weight is called the vehicle
capacity weight and includes the
weight of all occupants, cargo, and
all nonfactory-installed options.
Two labels on the vehicle may
show how much weight it was
designed to carry, the Tire and
Loading Information label and the
Certification/Tire label.

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Example 3
1. Maximum Vehicle CapacityWeight for Example 3 = 453 kg
(1,000 lbs)
2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg
(1,000 lbs)
3. Available Cargo Weight = 0 kg (0 lbs)
Refer to the vehicle's Tire and
Loading Information label for
specific information about the
vehicle's capacity weight and
seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers,
and cargo should never exceed the
vehicle's capacity weight.
Certification/Tire Label
Label Example
A vehicle specific Certification/
Tire label is attached to the
B-pillar. The label may show the
size of the vehicle's original tires
and the inflation pressures needed
to obtain the gross weight
capacity of the vehicle. This is
called Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating (GVWR). The GVWR
includes the weight of the vehicle,
all occupants, fuel, and cargo.
The Certification/Tire label may
also show the maximum weights
for the front and rear axles, called
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR).
To find out the actual loads on
the front and rear axles, weigh the
vehicle at a weigh station. Your
dealer can help with this. Be sure
to spread the load equally on both
sides of the center line.
The warranty does not cover parts
or components that fail because of
overloading.
The label will help determine how
much cargo and installed
equipment the vehicle can carry.
Using heavier suspension
components to get added
durability might not change the
weight ratings. Ask your dealer to
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Caution (Continued)
.Do not tow a trailer during
break-in. SeeTrailer Towing 0340
for the trailer towing capabilities
of the vehicle and more
information.
Following break-in, engine speed
and load can be gradually
increased.
On new vehicles, the various
mechanical and electrical systems
experience a “break-in”period during
the first 6 400 km (4,000 mi) of
routine driving. As the vehicle is
driven, the mechanical systems adjust
to provide optimal fuel economy and
transmission shift performance.
Electrical systems will adapt and
calibrate during the break-in period.
A one-time occurrence of clicks and
similar vehicle noises is normal during
this process.
Normal driving charges the vehicle’s
battery to achieve the best operation
of the vehicle, including fuel economy
and the Stop/Start System. See Stop/
Start System 0249.
Ignition Positions
Vehicles equipped with Keyless Access
have pushbutton starting.
The Remote Key must be in the
vehicle for the system to operate.
If the pushbutton start is not working,
the vehicle may be near a strong radio
antenna signal causing interference to
the Keyless Access system. See Remote
Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
0 7.
To shift out of P (Park), the ignition
must be on or in Service Mode, and
the brake pedal must be applied.
{Warning
Turning off the vehicle while
moving may cause loss of power
assist in the brake and steering
systems and disable the airbags.
While driving, only shut the vehicle
off in an emergency.
Stopping the Engine/LOCK/OFF (No
Indicator Lights) : When the vehicle
is stopped, press ENGINE START/
STOP once to turn the engine off.
If the vehicle is in P (Park), the
ignition will turn off, and Retained
Accessory Power (RAP) will remain
active. See Retained Accessory Power
(RAP) 0250.
If the vehicle is not in P (Park),
the ignition will return to
ACC/ACCESSORY and display the
message SHIFT TO PARK in the Driver
Information Center (DIC). When the
vehicle is shifted into P (Park), the
ignition system will turn off.
The vehicle may have an electric
steering column lock. The lock is
activated when the ignition is turned
off and either front door is opened.