2007 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT tow

Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine
Running
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle
with the engine running. Your vehicle
could move suddenly if the shift lever is
not fully in PARK (P) with the parking
brake rmly set. And, if you leave the
vehicle with the engine running, it could
overheat and even catch re. You or
others could be injured. Do not leave your
vehicle with the engine running.
If you have to leave your vehicle with the engine
running, be sure your vehicle is in PARK (P)
and the parking brake is rmly set before
you leave it. After you move the shift lever into
PARK (P), hold the regular brake pedal down.
Then, see if you can move the shift lever away
from PARK (P) without rst pulling it toward you.
If you can, it means that the shift lever was
not fully locked into PARK (P).
Torque Lock
If you are parking on a hill and you do not shift
your transmission into PARK (P) properly,
the weight of the vehicle may put too much force
on the parking pawl in the transmission. You
may nd it difficult to pull the shift lever out
of PARK (P). This is called torque lock. To prevent
torque lock, set the parking brake and then shift
into PARK (P) properly before you leave the
driver’s seat. To nd out how, seeShifting Into
Park (P) on page 138.
When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever
out of PARK (P) before you release the parking
brake.
If torque lock does occur, you may need to have
another vehicle push yours a little uphill to
take some of the pressure from the parking pawl
in the transmission, then you will be able to
pull the shift lever out of PARK (P).
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Running the Engine While Parked
It is better not to park with the engine running. But if
you ever have to, here are some things to know.
{CAUTION:
Idling the engine with the climate control
system off could allow dangerous exhaust
into your vehicle. See the earlier caution
underEngine Exhaust on page 141.
Also, idling in a closed-in place can let
deadly carbon monoxide (CO) into your
vehicle even if the climate control fan is at
the highest setting. One place this can
happen is a garage. Exhaust — with
CO — can come in easily. NEVER park in
a garage with the engine running.
Another closed-in place can be a blizzard.
SeeWinter Driving on page 366.
{CAUTION:
It can be dangerous to get out of your
vehicle if the shift lever is not fully in
PARK (P) with the parking brake rmly
set. Your vehicle can roll. Do not leave
your vehicle when the engine is running
unless you have to. If you have left the
engine running, the vehicle can move
suddenly. You or others could be injured.
To be sure your vehicle will not move,
even when you are on fairly level ground,
always set your parking brake and move
the shift lever to PARK (P).
Follow the proper steps to be sure your vehicle
will not move. SeeShifting Into Park (P) on
page 138.
If you are pulling a trailer, seeTowing a Trailer on
page 380.
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Outside Temperature
Outside temperature is shown in the mirror
display. Temperature will be displayed in
Fahrenheit or Celsius based on the choice
of English or metric in the vehicle’s
conguration menu.
If an abnormal temperature reading is displayed
for an extended period of time, please consult your
dealer. Under certain circumstances, a delay in
updating the temperature is normal.
Cleaning the Mirror
When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or
similar material dampened with glass cleaner.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror
as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter
the mirror housing.
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
with OnStar
®, Compass and
Temperature Display
Your vehicle may have this feature. When on, the
automatic dimming mirror dims to the proper level
to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark.
The mirror has a dual display in the upper right
corner of the mirror face that shows the compass
reading and the outside temperature.
Control buttons for the OnStar
®system, if
equipped, are at the bottom of the mirror. See
OnStar
®System on page 152for more information
about the services OnStar®provides.
P(On/Off):This is the on/off button.
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Compass Calibration
The compass may need calibration if one of the
following occurs:
After approximately ve seconds, the display
does not show a compass heading, N for
North, for example, there may be a strong
magnetic eld interfering with the compass.
Such interference may be caused by a
magnetic antenna mount, magnetic note pad
holder, or a similar magnetic item.
The compass does not display the correct
heading and the compass zone variance
is set correctly.In order to calibrate, CAL must be displayed in the
mirror compass windows. If CAL is not displayed,
push the on/off button for approximately
12 seconds or until CAL is displayed.
The compass can be calibrated by driving the
vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the
display reads a direction.
Cleaning the Mirror
When cleaning the mirror, use a paper towel or
similar material dampened with glass cleaner.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the mirror
as that may cause the liquid cleaner to enter
the mirror housing.
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To remove a cargo panel(s), do the following:
1. Lower the tailgate. SeeTailgate on page 114
for more information on the tailgate.
Before removing the cargo panel(s), notice
the numbers embossed on the upper center
portion of each panel. The panels are
labeled 1, 2 and 3. Corresponding numbered
labels are also on the bottom of the panels.These numbers on the top and bottom of the
panels will be used as reference in the steps for
removing, storing and reinstalling the panels.
2. Remove cargo panel 3 by pulling the left and
right cargo panel latches, located on the
bottom of each cargo panel, toward you to
unlock the cargo panel latches.
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3. Store cargo panel 2 by loading the
cargo panel with latches down and facing
toward you.4. Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo
panel with latches up and facing away
from you.
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2. Fold the four primary strap ends towards the
center as shown.
3. Take the short strap and surround the folded
webbing, forming a package.4. Take the secondary strap and wrap it around
the package. Finally, attach the hooks to the
webbing and place inside the top box
storage compartment.
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Tire Pressure Light.................................... 236
Malfunction Indicator Lamp........................ 236
Oil Pressure Light..................................... 240
Security Light............................................ 240
Fog Lamp Light......................................... 241
Lights On Reminder.................................. 241
Cruise Control Light.................................. 241
Highbeam On Light................................... 241
Tow/Haul Mode Light................................ 242
Fuel Gage................................................. 242
Driver Information Center (DIC).................. 243
DIC Operation and Displays...................... 243
DIC Warnings and Messages.................... 248
DIC Vehicle Customization........................ 257Audio System(s)......................................... 267
Setting the Time........................................ 269
Radio with CD and DVD........................... 270
XM Radio Messages................................. 300
Navigation/Radio System........................... 302
Rear Seat Entertainment System............... 302
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)............................. 313
Theft-Deterrent Feature............................. 315
Audio Steering Wheel Controls.................. 316
Radio Reception........................................ 317
Care of Your CDs and DVDs.................... 318
Care of the CD and DVD Player............... 318
Fixed Mast Antenna.................................. 318
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System....... 319
Chime Level Adjustment............................ 319
Section 3 Instrument Panel
190