2007 CADILLAC ESCALADE tow

Shifting Into Park (P)
{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. 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, use
the steps that follow. If you are pulling a
trailer, seeTowing a Trailer on page 379.
1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot
and set the parking brake.
2. Move the shift lever into the PARK (P)
position by pulling the shift lever toward
you and moving it up as far as it will go.
3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK.
4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you
can leave your vehicle with the ignition key in
your hand, your vehicle is in PARK (P).
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).
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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 155.
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 364.
{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 152.
If you are pulling a trailer, seeTowing a Trailer on
page 379.
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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 has 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 are at the
bottom of the mirror. SeeOnStar®System on
page 165for 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.
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
If your vehicle is
equipped with outside
power foldaway mirrors,
the controls are
located on the driver’s
door armrest.
Press (A) to select the driver’s side mirror.
Then press the arrows located on the
four-way control pad to adjust the mirror.
Press (A) again to deselect the mirror.
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Rear Seat Armrest
Your vehicle’s second row seat may have an
armrest/storage compartment.
Pull the loop at the top of the armrest out to lower
the armrest.
To open the compartment, if equipped, push the
button on the front of the armrest and pull the
top open.
Convenience Net
The convenience net (if equipped) in the rear of
your vehicle helps to keep small loads in place
during sharp turns or quick stops and starts.
The net is not designed for larger, heavier items.
To install the net, attach the hooks to the
raised cargo tie downs. Then, attach the cord
loops to the button retainers in the side trim.
You can unhook the net so that it will lie at when
you’re not using it.
Cargo Cover
{CAUTION:
An improperly stored cargo cover could
be thrown about the vehicle during a
collision or sudden maneuver. You or
others could be injured. If you remove the
cover, always store it in the proper
storage location. When you put it back,
always be sure that it is securely
reattached.
If you have a cargo cover, you can use it to cover
items in the cargo area of your vehicle.
To use the cover, do the following:
1. Pull the cover handle toward the rear of the
vehicle.
2. Latch the cover posts into the retaining
sockets on the cargo area trim panels.
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To return the cover to the retracted position, do
the following:
1. Pull up on the cover handle to release the
cover posts from the retaining sockets.
2. Let the cover move forward to the full retracted
position.
To remove the cover, from a regular wheelbase
model, do the following:
1. Let the cover go all the way into the holder.
2. Then, grasping the driver’s side cover endcap,
push the cover endcap toward the passenger’s
side of the vehicle.
3. Swing the cover rearward and take it out of
the vehicle.
To put the cover in the vehicle, do the following:
1. Make sure the cover slot in the holder faces
rearward with the round surface facing down.
2. Then, hold the cover at an angle and place
the cover endcap into the slot in the
passenger’s side trim panel.
3. Move the other end of the cover forward and
hold it next to the driver’s side trim panel slot.4. Press the endcaps in, this will allow the cover
to t into the trim slot.
5. Lightly pull on the cover holder to make sure
it is secure.
On the extended wheelbase models there are
two cover positions. The slots furthest
forward allow the cover to be used if the third
seat is removed or folded down. The cover
can be installed and removed from either side.
Cargo Tie Downs
Your vehicle may be
equipped with cargo tie
downs in the rear
cargo area that allow
you to strap cargo
in and keep it from
moving inside the
vehicle.
When not using the tie downs, ip them down out
of the way.
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4. Lower the system until the middle rollers are
lined up with lower guides. While holding in
the release lever, push the system forward
until all three sets of rollers are on the guides.
5. Release the lever and push the system until
the locator pin reaches the locator hole.
To adjust the system from the lower position to
the upper position, do the following:
1. Squeeze and hold the release lever to retract
the locator pin.
2. Pull the system back and lift until the middle
rollers can be placed into the upper guides.
3. Push the system forward until the front rollers
are lined up with the vertical curved guides.
4. Push down on the rear of the system and
raise the front rollers up the vertical curved
guides.
5. Push the system forward until all three sets of
rollers are resting on the guides and release
the lever to engage the locating pin into
the hole.To utilize the cargo management system as a
table feature, squeeze the release lever and pull
the system towards you until the locator pin
reaches the next hole. The system will extend out
of the vehicle. The liftgate cannot be closed in
this position. Do not operate the vehicle with
liftgate open.
The cargo management system can be removed
from the vehicle. This procedure should be
completed by two people. While squeezing the
release lever, pull the system back until the rollers
clear the guides. To reinstall the system, align
the rollers to the guides, squeeze the release lever
and push into position.
On one side of the system is a retractable
storage area.
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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
190