2007 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV cruise control

2. If the engine does not start within 10 seconds,
push the accelerator pedal all the way to the
oor, while you hold the ignition key in
START. When the engine starts, let go of the
key and let up on the accelerator pedal.
Wait about 15 seconds between each try.
When starting your engine in very cold weather
(below 0°F or−18°C), do this:
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn
the ignition key to START and hold it there up
to 15 seconds. When the engine starts, let
go of the key.
2. If your engine still will not start, or starts but
then stops, it could be ooded with too much
gasoline. Try pushing your accelerator
pedal all the way to the oor and holding it
there as you hold the key in START for about
three seconds. When the engine starts, let
go of the key and accelerator. If the vehicle
starts briey but then stops again, do the
same thing, but this time keep the pedal down
for ve or six seconds. This clears the extra
gasoline from the engine.Notice:Your engine is designed to work with
the electronics in your vehicle. If you add
electrical parts or accessories, you could
change the way the engine operates. Before
adding electrical equipment, check with
your dealer. If you do not, your engine might
not perform properly. Any resulting damage
would not be covered by your vehicle’s
warranty.
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
If your vehicle has this feature, you can change
the position of the throttle and brake pedals.
This feature is designed for shorter drivers, since
the pedals can not move farther away from
the standard position, but can move toward the
driver for better pedal reach.
The feature will not operate when the vehicle is in
REVERSE (R) or while using the cruise control.
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To use this feature, do the following:
1. Move the shift lever to the MANUAL
MODE (M).
2. Press the plus/minus button, to upshift or
downshift selecting the desired range of
gears for your current driving conditions.
When in the MANUAL MODE (M) a number will
display next to the M, indicating the current gear
that has been selected. The DIC display will show
the message MANUAL SHIFT on the rst line and
the current gear will be displayed on the second
line. SeeDriver Information Center (DIC) on
page 245andDIC Operation and Displays on
page 245for more information. The number
displayed in the DIC is the highest gear that can be
used. However, your vehicle can automatically shift
to lower gears as it adjusts to driving conditions.This means that all gears below that number are
available. When FIFTH (5) is selected, FIRST (1)
through FIFTH (5) gears are automatically shifted
by the vehicle, but SIXTH (6) cannot be used until
the plus/minus button located on the steering
column lever is used to change to the gear.
The transmission will prevent a gear range until a
speed that is appropriate for current driving
conditions is achieved. If shifting is prevented for
any reason, the current selected gear will ash
multiple times in the DIC.
Grade Braking is not available when the Driver
Shift Control is active. SeeTow/Haul Mode
on page 150for more information.
While using the DSC, cruise control and the
tow/haul mode can be used.
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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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Engine Coolant Temperature Gage............ 238
Tire Pressure Light.................................... 238
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 239
Oil Pressure Light..................................... 242
Security Light............................................ 242
Fog Lamp Light......................................... 243
Lights On Reminder.................................. 243
Cruise Control Light.................................. 243
Highbeam On Light................................... 243
Tow/Haul Mode Light................................ 244
Fuel Gage................................................. 244
Driver Information Center (DIC).................. 245
DIC Operation and Displays...................... 245
DIC Warnings and Messages.................... 250
DIC Vehicle Customization........................ 259Audio System(s)......................................... 270
Setting the Time........................................ 272
Radio with CD and DVD........................... 273
XM Radio Messages................................. 302
Navigation/Radio System........................... 303
Rear Seat Entertainment System............... 303
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................. 314
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................. 316
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 317
Radio Reception........................................ 318
Care of Your CDs and DVDs.................... 319
Care of the CD and DVD Player............... 319
Rear Side Window Antenna....................... 319
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System....... 320
Chime Level Adjustment............................ 320
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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Cruise Control
{CAUTION:
Cruise control can be dangerous where
you cannot drive safely at a steady speed.
So, do not use your cruise control on
winding roads or in heavy traffic.
Cruise control can be dangerous on
slippery roads. On such roads, fast
changes in tire traction can cause
excessive wheel slip, and you could lose
control. Do not use cruise control on
slippery roads.
With cruise control, you can maintain a speed
of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without
keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can
really help on long trips. Cruise control does not
work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h).
When you apply your brakes, cruise control
is turned off.If your vehicle has the StabiliTrak
®system and
begins to limit wheel spin while you are using cruise
control, the cruise control will automatically
disengage. SeeStabiliTrak
®System on page 330.
When road conditions allow you to safely use it
again, you may turn the cruise control back on.
The cruise control
buttons are located
on left side of the
steering wheel.
T(On/Off):This button can both activate and
turn off the system. The indicator light on the
button turns on when cruise control is on and turns
off when cruise control is off.
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+ RES (Resume/Accelerate):Press this button
to make the vehicle accelerate or resume to
a previously set speed.
SET−(Set/Coast):Press this button to set the
speed or make the vehicle decelerate.
[(Cancel):Press this button to cancel cruise
control without erasing the set speed from
memory.
Setting Cruise Control
Cruise control will not work if your parking brake is
set, or if the master cylinder brake uid level is low.
The cruise control light on the instrument panel
cluster will come on after the cruise control
has been set to the desired speed.
{CAUTION:
If you leave your cruise control on when
you are not using cruise, you might hit a
button and go into cruise when you do
not want to. You could be startled and
even lose control. Keep the cruise control
switch off until you want to use cruise
control.
1. Press the cruise control On/Off button.
2. Get up to the desired speed.
3. Press the SET−button located on the steering
wheel and release it.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator.
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Resuming a Set Speed
Suppose you set your cruise control at a desired
speed and then you apply the brake. This
shuts off the cruise control. But you do not need
to reset it.
Once you are driving about 25 mph (40 km/h) or
more, press the +RES button on your steering
wheel. The vehicle will go back to the previous set
speed and stay there.
Increasing Speed While Using
Cruise Control
To increase the cruise speed while using cruise
control:
Press and hold the +RES button on the
steering wheel until you reach your new
desired speed, then release it.
To increase vehicle speed in small increments,
press the +RES button. Each time you do this,
you will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) faster.
Reducing Speed While Using
Cruise Control
To reduce your speed while using cruise control:
Press and hold the SET– button on the
steering wheel until the desired lower speed is
reached, then release it.
To slow down in very small amounts, press
the SET– button on the steering wheel
briey. Each time you do this, the vehicle will
go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower.
Passing Another Vehicle While Using
Cruise Control
Use the accelerator pedal to increase your speed.
When you take your foot off the pedal, your
vehicle will slow down to the previous set
cruise speed.
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