2007 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV clock

Center Console Storage Area
Your vehicle has a console compartment between
the bucket seats.
The console has both an upper and lower storage
bin accessed by lifting up on the latches located
at the front of the console lid.
The console may be equipped with an accessory
power outlet inside. SeeAccessory Power
Outlet(s) on page 218.
The rear of the console also has a cupholder that
swings down for the rear seat passengers to use.
Assist Handles
Your vehicle is equipped with assist handles to be
used when getting out of the vehicle. They are
located above the rear passenger doors. Pull down
to use.
Garment Hooks
There are garment hooks located on the assist
handles.
Luggage Carrier
If you have the luggage carrier, you can load
things on top of your vehicle.
The luggage carrier has siderails attached to the
roof and crossrails, if equipped, which can be
moved back and forth to help secure cargo.
To adjust, turn the knob located at each end of
the crossrail counterclockwise until the crossrail
can move freely. To secure the crossrail, turn the
knob located at each end of the crossrail
clockwise until tightened. Tie the load to the
siderails or siderail supports.
Notice:Loading cargo on the luggage carrier
that weighs more than 200 lbs (91 kg) or
hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle
may damage your vehicle. Load cargo so that
it rests as far forward as possible and
against the side rails, making sure to fasten it
securely.
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity
when loading your vehicle. For more information
on vehicle capacity and loading, seeLoading Your
Vehicle on page 370.
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Instrument Panel Overview........................ 192
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 194
Other Warning Devices............................. 194
Horn.......................................................... 194
Tilt Wheel.................................................. 195
Heated Steering Wheel............................. 195
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.................. 196
Turn and Lane-Change Signals................. 196
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer.......... 197
Windshield Wipers..................................... 198
Rainsense™ II Wipers............................... 199
Windshield Washer.................................... 200
Rear Window Wiper/Washer...................... 201
Cruise Control........................................... 202
Exterior Lamps.......................................... 205
Headlamps on Reminder........................... 210
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)................. 210
Automatic Headlamp System..................... 211
Fog Lamps................................................ 212
Instrument Panel Brightness...................... 212
Dome Lamps............................................. 212
Dome Lamp Override................................ 213
Entry Lighting............................................ 213
Exit Lighting.............................................. 213
Reading Lamps......................................... 213Battery Run-Down Protection..................... 213
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)...... 214
Accessory Power Outlet(s)........................ 218
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter................ 219
Analog Clock............................................. 219
Climate Controls......................................... 220
Dual Automatic Climate Control System.... 220
Outlet Adjustment...................................... 225
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating
System and Electronic Climate
Controls................................................. 226
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators..... 228
Instrument Panel Cluster........................... 229
Speedometer and Odometer...................... 230
Trip Odometer........................................... 230
Tachometer............................................... 230
Safety Belt Reminder Light........................ 231
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light....... 231
Airbag Readiness Light............................. 232
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator............. 233
Charging System Light.............................. 235
Brake System Warning Light..................... 235
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light...... 237
StabiliTrak
®Indicator Light......................... 237
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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A. Air Outlets. SeeOutlet Adjustment on
page 225.
B. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever. SeeTurn
Signal/Multifunction Lever on page 196.
C. Instrument Panel Cluster. SeeInstrument Panel
Cluster on page 229.
D. Hazard Warning Flasher Button. SeeHazard
Warning Flashers on page 194.
E. Shift Lever and Range Selection Mode. See
Automatic Transmission Operation on
page 144.
F. Tow/Haul Selector Button. SeeTow/Haul Mode
on page 150.
G. Driver Information Center Controls. SeeDriver
Information Center (DIC) on page 245.
H. Analog Clock. SeeAnalog Clock on page 219.
I. Audio System. SeeAudio System(s) on
page 270.
J. StabiliTrak
®Button. SeeStabiliTrak®System
on page 330. Rear Park Aid Disable Button.
SeeUltrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on
page 214.K. Tilt Wheel Lever. SeeTilt Wheel on page 195.
L. Exterior Lamps Control. SeeExterior Lamps
on page 205.
M. Dome Lamp Override Button. SeeDome Lamp
Override on page 213.
N. Cruise Control Buttons. SeeAudio Steering
Wheel Controls on page 317.
O. Horn. SeeHorn on page 194.
P. Audio Steering Wheel Controls. SeeAudio
Steering Wheel Controls on page 317.
Q. Dual Automatic Climate Controls. SeeDual
Automatic Climate Control System on
page 220.
R. Pedal Adjust Button. SeeAdjustable Throttle
and Brake Pedal on page 142. Heated
Windshield Washer Fluid Button. See
Windshield Washer on page 200. Power
Running Boards Disable Button (If Equipped).
SeePower Running Boards on page 132.
S. Glove Box. SeeGlove Box on page 178.
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Fog Lamps
-(Fog Lamps):If your vehicle has fog lamps,
the control is located on the exterior lamps
control. The exterior lamps control is located on
the instrument panel to the left of the steering
column.
Your ignition must be in the RUN position for the
fog lamps to come on.
To turn the fog lamps on, press the exterior lamps
button. A light will come on in the instrument
panel cluster to let you know that the fog lamps
are on. Press the exterior lamps button again
to turn the fog lamps off.
When the headlamps are changed to high-beam,
the fog lamps also go off.
Some localities have laws that require the
headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps.
Instrument Panel Brightness
D(Instrument Panel Brightness):This feature
controls the brightness of the instrument panel
lights.
The knob for this feature is located next to the
headlamp control.
Turn the knob clockwise or counterclockwise to
adjust the brightness of the instrument panel lights.
Turn the knob clockwise to return the instrument
panel cluster or radio display to full brightness
when the headlamps or parking lamps are on.
To turn on the dome lamps, turn the knob to the
farthest clockwise position.
Dome Lamps
The dome lamps come on when a door is opened.
The dome lamps can also be turned on by
turning the knob, located next to the exterior lamps
control, clockwise to the farthest position. In this
position, the dome lamps will remain on whether a
door is opened or closed.
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Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter
The front ashtray and cigarette lighter are located
in the center console near the cupholders, if
the vehicle has them. Press on the access door to
open it and use the ashtray and lighter.
Notice:If you put papers, pins, or other
ammable items in the ashtray, hot cigarettes
or other smoking materials could ignite
them and possibly damage your vehicle. Never
put ammable items in the ashtray.
To remove the ashtray, pull it from the center
console. Slide it back in and push down to be sure
it is secure.
To use the cigarette lighter, push it in all the way,
and let go. When it is ready, it will pop back
out by itself.
Notice:Holding a cigarette lighter in while it
is heating will not allow the lighter to back
away from the heating element when it is hot.
Damage from overheating may occur to the
lighter or heating element, or a fuse could be
blown. Do not hold a cigarette lighter in
while it is heating.
Analog Clock
The analog clock is located on the instrument
panel above the radio. The clock is not connected
with any other vehicle system and runs by
itself. To adjust the clock, do the following:
1. Locate the adjustment button directly below
the clock face.
2. Push and hold the adjustment button to
advance the clock hands. Holding the
button down will cause the clock to advance
faster. Release the buttonbeforeyou get
to the desired time.
3. Push and release the button to increase the
time by one minute increments until the
desired time is reached.
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Climate Controls
Dual Automatic Climate Control
System
With this system, you can control the heating,
cooling, and ventilation in your vehicle. Your
vehicle also has a ow-through ventilation system
described later in this section.
You can select different climate control settings for
the driver and passengers.
Driver’s Side Temperature Knob
The driver’s side knob is used to adjust the
temperature of the air coming through the system
on the driver’s side. The temperature can be
adjusted even if the system is turned off. This is
possible since outside air will always ow through
the system as the vehicle is moving forward
unless it is set to recirculation mode. See
“Recirculation” later in this section.
Turn the knob counterclockwise or clockwise to
lower or increase the cabin temperature. The
display will show the temperature setting
decreasing or increasing.
Passenger’s Side Temperature Knob
The passenger’s side knob can be used to change
the temperature of the air coming through the
system on the passenger’s side of the vehicle. The
temperature can be adjusted even if the system
is turned off. This is possible since outside air will
always ow through the system as the vehicle
is moving forward unless it is set to recirculation
mode. See “Recirculation” later in this section.
Climate Control with Cooled and Heated Seats
shown
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Turn the knob counterclockwise or clockwise to
lower or increase the cabin temperature. The
display will show the temperature setting
decreasing or increasing.
Set the passenger’s temperature setting to match
the driver’s temperature setting by pressing the
passenger power knob.
Automatic Operation
AUTO (Automatic):When automatic operation
is active the system will control the inside
temperature, the air delivery, and the fan speed.
Use the steps below to place the entire system in
automatic mode:
1. Press the AUTO button.
When AUTO is selected, the display will
change to show the current temperature(s)
and AUTO come on the display. The current
delivery mode and fan speed will also be
displayed for approximately ve seconds.When AUTO is selected, the air conditioning
operation and air inlet will be automatically
controlled. The air conditioning compressor will
run when the outside temperature is over
about 40°F (4°C). The air inlet will normally be
set to outside air. If it is hot outside, the air
inlet may automatically switch to recirculate
inside air to help quickly cool down your
vehicle. The light on the button will come on
in recirculation.
2. Set the driver’s and passenger’s temperature.
To nd your comfort setting, start with a 74°F
(23°C) temperature setting and allow about
20 minutes for the system to regulate. Use the
driver’s or passenger’s temperature buttons to
adjust the temperature setting as necessary.
If you choose the temperature setting of 60°F
(15°C), the system will remain at the maximum
cooling setting. If you choose the temperature
setting of 90°F (32°C), the system will remain at
the maximum heat setting. Choosing either
maximum setting will not cause the vehicle to
heat or cool any faster.
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Setting the Time
1. Press the tune/select knob (the right knob) to
enter the main menu.
2. Turn the tune/select knob until SET CLOCK
appears on the display.
3. Press the tune/select knob to select SET
CLOCK.
4. Turn the tune/select knob to adjust the time.
5. Press the tune/select knob to update the time.
VEHICLE TIME UPDATED will appear on the
display.
If the CLOCK/RADIO DISP (display) is
programmed into one of the congurable keys,
pressing the key will switch the display back to the
clock set function. The time and date will always
appear on the radio display. See “Congurable
Radio Display Keys” underRadio with CD
and DVD on page 273for more information on
conguring the keys.
Setting the Date
1. Press the tune/select knob (the right knob) to
enter the main menu.
2. Turn the tune/select knob until SET DATE
appears on the display.
3. Press the tune/select knob to select
SET DATE.
4. Turn the tune/select knob to adjust the date.
5. Press the tune/select knob to update the
time. VEHICLE DATE UPDATED will
appear on the display.
If the DATE is programmed into one of the
congurable keys, pressing the key will switch the
display back to the date set function. The time
and date will always appear on the radio display.
See “Congurable Radio Display Keys” under
Radio with CD and DVD on page 273for more
information on conguring the keys.
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