towing CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV 2009 Owner's Guide

(f) Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood latch assembly,
secondary latch, pivots, spring anchor, release pawl, rear
compartment hinges, outer tailgate handle pivot points,
latch bolt, fuel door hinge, and folding seat hardware.
More frequent lubrication may be required when exposed
to a corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
(g) Inspect system. Check all fuel and vapor lines
and hoses for proper hook-up, routing, and condition.
Check that the purge valve works properly, if equipped.
Replace as needed.
(h) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter if the
vehicle is mainly driven under one or more of these
conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside temperature
regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
(i) Drain, flush, and refill cooling system. This service
can be complex; you should have your dealer/retailer
perform this service. See Engine Coolant on page 6-25
for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator,
condenser, pressure cap, and filler neck. Pressure
test the cooling system and pressure cap. (j) A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a
problem. Have the system inspected and repaired and
the fluid level checked. Add fluid if needed.
(k) If driving regularly under dusty conditions, inspect
the filter at each engine oil change.
(l) Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive cracks, or
obvious damage. Replace belt if necessary.
(m) Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks and
proper installation. Check to be sure vent hose is
unobstructed, clear, and free of debris. During any
maintenance, if a power washer is used to clean mud
and dirt from the underbody, care should be taken to
not directly spray the transfer case output seals.
High pressure water can overcome the seals and
contaminate the transfer case fluid. Contaminated fluid
will decrease the life of the transfer case and should
be replaced.
(n) Severe Service: Change transfer case fluid if the
vehicle is mainly used for trailer towing or driven in city
traffic, wet environment, or high ambient temperatures.
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Cadillac Technician Roadside Service
(U.S. only) Cadillac’s exceptional Roadside Service is more than an
auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac
owner in the United States with the advantage of
contacting a Cadillac advisor and, where available, a
Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide
on-site service.
A dealer technician will travel to your location within a
30 mile radius of a participating Cadillac dealership.
If beyond this radius, we will arrange to have your
car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership. Each
technician travels with a specially equipped service
vehicle complete with the necessary Cadillac parts
and tools required to handle most roadside repairs.
Services Not Included in Roadside
Assistance
Impound towing caused by violation of any laws.
Legal nes.
Mounting, dismounting or changing of snow tires,
chains, or other traction devices.
Towing or services for vehicles driven on a
non-public road or highway. Services Specic to Canadian
Purchased Vehicles Fuel delivery: Reimbursement is approximately
$5 Canadian. Diesel fuel delivery may be restricted.
Propane and other fuels are not provided through
this service.
Lock-Out Service: Vehicle registration is required.
Trip Routing Service: Limit of six requests per year.
Trip Interruption Benets and Assistance:
Pre-authorization, original detailed receipts, and
a copy of the repair orders are required. Once
authorization has been received, the Roadside
Assistance advisor will help you make arrangements
and explain how to receive payment.
Alternative Service: If assistance cannot be
provided right away, the Roadside Assistance
advisor may give you permission to get local
emergency road service. You will receive payment,
up to $100, after sending the original receipt to
Roadside Assistance. Mechanical failures may be
covered, however any cost for parts and labor for
repairs not covered by the warranty are the owner
responsibility.
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Repair Facility GM also recommends that you choose a collision repair
facility that meets your needs before you ever need
collision repairs. Your GM dealer/retailer may have a
collision repair center with GM-trained technicians and
state of the art equipment, or be able to recommend a
collision repair center that has GM-trained technicians
and comparable equipment.
Insuring Your Vehicle Protect your investment in your GM vehicle with
comprehensive and collision insurance coverage.
There are signicant differences in the quality of
coverage afforded by various insurance policy terms.
Many insurance policies provide reduced protection to
your GM vehicle by limiting compensation for damage
repairs by using aftermarket collision parts. Some
insurance companies will not specify aftermarket collision
parts. When purchasing insurance, we recommend that
you assure your vehicle will be repaired with GM original
equipment collision parts. If such insurance coverage
is not available from your current insurance carrier,
consider switching to another insurance carrier.
If your vehicle is leased, the leasing company may
require you to have insurance that assures repairs with
Genuine GM Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM)
parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts.
Read your lease carefully, as you may be charged at
the end of your lease for poor quality repairs. If a Crash Occurs If there has been an injury, call emergency services for
help. Do not leave the scene of a crash until all matters
have been taken care of. Move the vehicle only if its
position puts you in danger, or you are instructed to move
it by a police officer.
Give only the necessary information to police and other
parties involved in the crash.
For emergency towing see Roadside Service on
page 8-7 .
Gather the following information:
Driver’s name, address, phone number
Driver’s license number
Owner’s name, address, phone number
Vehicle license plate
Vehicle make, model and model year
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN)
Insurance company and policy number
General description of the damage to the other
vehicle
Choose a reputable repair facility that uses quality
replacement parts. See “Collision Parts” earlier in this
section.
If the airbag has inated, see What Will You See After
an Airbag Inflates? on page 1-86 .
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Rearview Mirrors (cont.)
Reclining Seatbacks, Power ............................... 1-8
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ................. 7-13
Recovery Hooks ............................................. 5-32
Recreational Vehicle Towing ............................. 5-40
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility ................. 8-7
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System .................. 2-4
Remote Vehicle Start ........................................ 2-8
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire .................................................. 6-84
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ................... 6-79
Replacement Bulbs ......................................... 6-53
Replacement Parts
Maintenance ............................................... 7-15
Reporting Safety Defects
General Motors ........................................... 8-15
U.S. Government ......................................... 8-14
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems .................... 1-95
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a
Crash ..................................................... 1-96
Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...................... 2-26
Ride Control Systems
Road Sensing Suspension .............................. 5-9
Road Sensing Suspension ................................. 5-9
Roadside Service ............................................. 8-7 Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out .................... 5-32
Roof
Sunroof ...................................................... 2-65
Running the Vehicle While Parked ..................... 2-39
S Safety Belts
Care of .................................................... 6-100
Extender .................................................... 1-51
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ................ 1-35
Lap Belt ..................................................... 1-50
Lap-Shoulder Belt ........................................ 1-43
Reminders .................................................. 3-35
Safety Belts Are for Everyone ....................... 1-30
Use During Pregnancy ................................. 1-50
Safety Defects Reporting
General Motors ........................................... 8-15
U.S. Government ......................................... 8-14
Safety Warnings and Symbols .............................. iv
Scheduled Maintenance ..................................... 7-4
Additional Required Services ........................... 7-6
Scheduling Appointments ................................. 8-10
Seats
60/40 Split Bench Seat ................................. 1-11
Bucket Seats, Rear ...................................... 1-17
Center Seat ................................................ 1-10
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Tow/Haul Mode ............................................... 2-33
Tow/Haul Mode Light ....................................... 3-46
Towing
Recreational Vehicle ..................................... 5-40
Towing a Trailer .......................................... 5-44
Trailer Recommendations .............................. 5-57
Your Vehicle ............................................... 5-40
Traction
Magnetic Ride Control ................................... 5-9
Road Sensing Suspension .............................. 5-9
StabiliTrak ®
System ....................................... 5-6
Trailer
Towing Recommendations ............................. 5-57
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic ........................................... 6-20
Transmission Operation, Automatic .................... 2-29
Transportation Program, Courtesy ...................... 8-10
Trip Odometer ................................................ 3-35
Turn and Lane-Change Signals .......................... 3-8
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ........................... 3-7 U Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) ............... 2-42
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ............................ 6-73
Universal Home Remote System ....................... 2-55
Operation ................................................... 2-55
V Vehicle
Control ........................................................ 5-3
Loading ...................................................... 5-33
Remote Start ................................................ 2-8
Running While Parked .................................. 2-39
Symbols ......................................................... iv
Vehicle Customization, DIC .............................. 3-65
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy .................. 8-16
Vehicle Identication
Number (VIN) ............................................ 6-104
Service Parts Identication Label .................. 6-105
Vehicle Positioning .......................................... 4-60
Ventilation Adjustment ...................................... 3-31
Visors ........................................................... 2-20
Voice Recognition ........................................... 4-86
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