tire pressure CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT 2006 2.G Owner's Guide

Scheduled Maintenance
Service MaintenanceIMaintenanceII
Change engine oil and lter. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-14. Reset oil life system.
SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 5-17.An Emission Control Service.••
Lubricate chassis components.See footnote #.••
Visually check for any leaks or damage.See footnote (j).••
Inspect engine air cleaner lter or change indicator (if equipped). If necessary,
replace lter. SeeEngine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-19.See footnote (k).•
Rotate tires and check ination pressures and wear. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 5-72and “Tire Wear Inspection” inAt Least Once a Month on
page 6-9.••
Inspect brake system.See footnote (a).••
Check engine coolant and windshield washer uid levels and add uid as needed.••
Perform any needed additional services. SeeAdditional Required Services on
page 6-6.••
Inspect suspension and steering components.See footnote (b).•
Inspect engine cooling system.See footnote (c).•
Inspect wiper blades.See footnote (d).•
Inspect restraint system components.See footnote (e).•
Lubricate body components.See footnote (f).•
Check transmission uid level and add uid as needed.•
Check transfer case uid level and add uid as needed.•
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Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be performed
at the intervals specied to help ensure the safety,
dependability, and emission control performance of your
vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench
®dealer can assist you
with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any uids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks at
each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-14for further
details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil regularly
and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your
engine oil at the proper level can cause damage
to your engine not covered by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL®
coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine Coolant
on page 5-24for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in the windshield
washer uid reservoir and add the proper uid if
necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they
are inated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to
check the spare tire. SeeTires on page 5-60for further
details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 5-81.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway
drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service
notication. Check the tires for wear and, if necessary,
rotate the tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 5-72.
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Headlamps (cont.)
Halogen Bulbs............................................5-52
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting...........5-52
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 3-8
On Reminder..............................................3-15
Heated Seats................................................... 1-4
Heater...........................................................3-22
Highbeam On Light.........................................3-43
Highway Hypnosis...........................................4-35
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................4-36
Hood
Checking Things Under................................5-10
Release.....................................................5-11
Horn............................................................... 3-6
How to Use This Manual...................................... ii
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-14
I
Ignition Positions.............................................2-26
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-30
Ination -- Tire Pressure..................................5-66
Instrument Panel
Overview..................................................... 3-4
Storage Area..............................................2-53
Instrument Panel (I/P)
Brightness..................................................3-17
Cluster.......................................................3-29
J
Jump Starting.................................................5-40
K
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-4
Keys............................................................... 2-3
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall.....................................5-61
Lamps
Battery Run-Down Protection.........................3-18
Dome........................................................3-17
Dome Lamp Override...................................3-18
Exterior......................................................3-14
Exterior Cargo.............................................3-17
Fog ...........................................................3-16
Reading.....................................................3-18
LATCH System
Child Restraints...........................................1-39
Light
Airbag Readiness........................................3-31
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning...................3-36
Brake System Warning.................................3-35
Cargo Lamp...............................................3-43
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Light (cont.)
Charging System.........................................3-34
Cruise Control.............................................3-43
Highbeam On.............................................3-43
Low Fuel Warning.......................................3-44
Low Tire Pressure Warning Light...................3-36
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-39
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................3-32
Safety Belt Reminder...................................3-30
Security.....................................................3-42
Tow/Haul Mode...........................................3-43
Traction Off................................................3-37
Lighting
Entry/Exit...................................................3-18
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................4-44
Lockout Protection..........................................2-10
Locks
Delayed Locking........................................... 2-9
Door........................................................... 2-8
Lockout Protection.......................................2-10
Power Door.................................................. 2-9
Programmable Automatic Door Locks.............2-10
Rear Door Security Locks.............................2-10
Loss of Control...............................................4-16
Low Fuel Warning Light...................................3-44
Luggage Carrier..............................................2-54
Lumbar
Power Controls............................................. 1-3M
Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services........................... 6-6
At Each Fuel Fill........................................... 6-9
At Least Once a Month.................................. 6-9
At Least Once a Year..................................6-10
Introduction.................................................. 6-2
Maintenance Footnotes.................................. 6-7
Maintenance Record....................................6-15
Maintenance Requirements............................. 6-2
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts.........6-14
Owner Checks and Services........................... 6-9
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants.............6-12
Scheduled Maintenance................................. 6-4
Using.......................................................... 6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment................... 6-2
Malfunction Indicator Light................................3-39
Memory Seat.................................................2-74
Message
DIC Warnings and Messages........................3-48
Midgate.........................................................2-11
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming Rearview with Compass......2-42
Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar
®
and Compass...........................................2-38
Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar®,
Compass and Temperature Display..............2-39
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Tires (cont.)
Different Size..............................................5-76
If a Tire Goes Flat.......................................5-80
Ination -- Tire Pressure...............................5-66
Inspection and Rotation................................5-72
Installing the Spare Tire................................5-86
Pressure Monitor System..............................5-69
Removing the Flat Tire.................................5-86
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools...............5-82
Secondary Latch System..............................5-93
Spare Tire..................................................5-99
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools............5-96
Tire Sidewall Labeling..................................5-61
Tire Terminology and Denitions....................5-64
Uniform Tire Quality Grading.........................5-76
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance.................5-78
Wheel Replacement.....................................5-78
When It Is Time for New Tires......................5-74
Top-Box Storage.............................................2-72
Tow/Haul Mode...............................................2-32
Tow/Haul Mode Light.......................................3-43
Towing
Recreational Vehicle.....................................4-50
Towing a Trailer..........................................4-50
Your Vehicle...............................................4-50
Traction
Off Light.....................................................3-37
Road Sensing Suspension.............................. 4-9
StabiliTrak
®System....................................... 4-9Trailer
Recommendations.......................................4-63
Transmission
Fluid, Automatic...........................................5-21
Temperature Gage.......................................3-38
Transmission Operation, Automatic....................2-30
Trip Odometer................................................3-30
Truck-Camper Loading Information....................4-49
Turn and Lane-Change Signals.......................... 3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever........................... 3-7
U
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)...............3-18
Understanding Radio Reception........................3-99
Uniform Tire Quality Grading............................5-76
Universal Home Remote System.......................2-48
Operation...................................................2-49
V
Vehicle
Control........................................................ 4-5
Damage Warnings........................................... iv
Loading......................................................4-44
Symbols......................................................... iv
Vehicle Customization, DIC..............................3-57
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