2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT Owners Manual

Maintenance and Cleaning
To ensure that the water management system performs
properly, be sure that the Midgate®, tailgate and
cover system are fully closed and that all parts
are clean and not blocked with debris. Follow the
instructions given next in this section for the proper
procedures on cleaning each item.
Top Drain Grates – Removal and
Cleaning
The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on
both sides of the vehicle. Clean the grates and drains
if there is a blockage.To remove each drain grate, do the following:
1. Remove the cargo panels. SeeCargo Cover Panels
on page 2-69for more information.
2. Grasp the edges of the grate and pull it out from
the vehicle. Flush the drain with clean water.
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To replace the drain grate do the following:
1. Line up the clips on the vehicle with the slots in
the grate.
2. When you are sure that the clips are aligned with
the slots, push the grate down rmly.
The grate should clip into place. Do not force the grate
if it will not clip into place, realign the clips with the
holes and try again.Side Rail Channels
The side rail channels are located on top of both sides
of the cargo area. You may want to ush them out
with clean water if you notice any debris collecting
inside of them.
When loading cargo into the cargo area, be careful
not to damage the rails.
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Midgate®Drain Grate Removal
and Cleaning
The Midgate®drain grate is located near the base
of the Midgate®in the cargo area. You will nd
a removable drain grate covering the drain.After hauling dirt, wood chips, pebbles etc. you will need
to ush the midgate drain with water. But rst you will have
to remove the drain grate by using the following steps:
1. Lower the Midgate
®. SeeMidgate®on page 2-13
for more information.
2. Pull up on the rear side of the drain grate.
3. Tilt the drain grate away from you and pull it
straight out.
Reverse the procedure to reinstall the drain grate.
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Cargo Area Floor Drains
Your vehicle also has four cargo-area oor drains
located under the cargo mat near the sides of the cargo
area. These drains should be cleaned periodically to
allow water to exit the cargo area.
The cargo mat has cutouts for the drains. You can
ush the drains through the cutouts, but if the cargo
area is extremely dirty you can lift up the edges of the
cargo oor mat or take the whole mat out and ush
the drains with water.
Top-Box Storage
Your vehicle has top-box storage units on both sides
of the vehicle. The passenger side top box contains
the tools you will need to change a at tire.
Use the ignition/door key to unlock/lock it. Press the
key cylinder button and swing the lid open. Turn on
the cargo lamps, if the vehicle has them, for more light
inside. SeeExterior Cargo Lamps on page 3-19for
more information.
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Sunroof
Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding
sunroof. To open or close the sunroof, the ignition
needs to be turned to ON, or Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) must be active. When RAP is active,
the sunroof will work for 10 minutes after the
ignition is turned off, or until a front door is opened.
SeeRetained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-32
for more information.
There are two switches
in the overhead console
that operate the sunroof.Manual-Open/Manual-Close:To open the sunroof
press and hold the rear of the driver’s side switch until
the sunroof reaches the desired position. To close
the sunroof, press and hold the front of the driver’s side
switch until the sunroof reaches the desired position.
The sunshade will open automatically with the sunroof,
but can also be opened manually.
The sunroof has a comfort stop feature which stops
the sunroof from opening to the full-open position.
From the comfort stop position, press the rear of the
driver’s side switch a second time to open the sunroof
to the full-open position.
When the sunroof is opened, an air deector will
automatically raise. The air deector will retract when
the sunroof is closed.
Express-Open/Express-Close:To express-open
the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of
the driver’s side switch. The sunroof will open
automatically. To stop the sunroof partway, press the
switch a second time. To express-close the sunroof,
fully press and release the front of the driver’s side
switch. The sunroof will close automatically. To stop
the sunroof partway, press the switch a second
time. The sunshade will open automatically with
the sunroof, but can also be opened manually.
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The sunroof has a comfort stop feature which stops
the sunroof from opening to the full-open position.
From the comfort stop position, press the rear of
the driver’s side switch a second time to open the
sunroof to the full-open position.
When the sunroof is opened, an air deector will
automatically raise. The air deector will retract
when the sunroof is closed.
Vent:The sunroof has an express-vent open
feature. From the closed position, press the rear of
the passenger’s side switch to vent the sunroof.
To stop the sunroof partway, press the switch a
second time. To close the sunroof, press and hold
the front of the passenger’s side switch. To stop
the sunroof partway, release the switch.Anti-Pinch Feature:If an object is in the path of the
sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will
detect the object and stop the sunroof from closing
at the point of the obstruction. The sunroof will
then open halfway, and the air deector will raise.
To close the sunroof once it has re-opened, refer to the
“Express-Close” or “Manual-Close” functions described
previously. If the sunroof is in the vent position, and
there is an object in the path of the sunroof when
it closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object
and stop the sunroof. To close the sunroof once it
has re-opened, refer to the “Manual-Close” or
“Express-Close” functions described previously.
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Instrument Panel Overview...............................3-4
Hazard Warning Flashers................................3-6
Other Warning Devices...................................3-6
Horn.............................................................3-6
Tilt Wheel.....................................................3-6
Heated Steering Wheel...................................3-7
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever.........................3-7
Turn and Lane-Change Signals........................3-8
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer..................3-9
Flash-to-Pass.................................................3-9
Windshield Wipers..........................................3-9
Rainsense™ II Wipers...................................3-10
Windshield Washer.......................................3-10
Cruise Control..............................................3-11
Exterior Lamps.............................................3-14
Headlamps on Reminder................................3-17
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL).......................3-18
Automatic Headlamp System..........................3-18
Fog Lamps..................................................3-19
Exterior Cargo Lamps....................................3-19
Instrument Panel Brightness...........................3-20
Dome Lamps...............................................3-20
Dome Lamp Override....................................3-20
Entry/Exit Lighting.........................................3-20Reading Lamps............................................3-20
Electric Power Management...........................3-21
Battery Run-Down Protection..........................3-21
Accessory Power Outlet(s).............................3-22
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter......................3-23
Analog Clock...............................................3-23
Climate Controls............................................3-24
Dual Automatic Climate Control System...........3-24
Outlet Adjustment.........................................3-28
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators...........
.3-29
Instrument Panel Cluster................................3-30
Speedometer and Odometer...........................3-31
Trip Odometer..............................................3-31
Tachometer.................................................3-31
Safety Belt Reminders...................................3-31
Airbag Readiness Light..................................3-32
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator...................3-33
Charging System Light..................................3-35
Brake System Warning Light..........................3-36
Antilock Brake System Warning Light...............3-37
StabiliTrak
®Indicator Light..............................3-38
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage..................3-39
Tire Pressure Light.......................................3-39
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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Malfunction Indicator Lamp.............................3-40
Oil Pressure Light.........................................3-42
Security Light...............................................3-43
Fog Lamp Light............................................3-43
Lights On Reminder......................................3-43
Cruise Control Light......................................3-44
Highbeam On Light.......................................3-44
Tow/Haul Mode Light....................................3-44
Fuel Gage...................................................3-44
Driver Information Center (DIC).......................3-45
DIC Operation and Displays...........................3-45
DIC Warnings and Messages.........................3-50
DIC Vehicle Customization.............................3-57Audio System(s).............................................3-66
Setting the Clock..........................................3-67
Radio(s)......................................................3-68
Using an MP3..............................................3-86
XM Radio Messages.....................................3-90
Navigation/Radio System...............................3-91
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System...........3-91
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)................................3-101
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-102
Audio Steering Wheel Controls......................3-103
Radio Reception.........................................3-104
Fixed Mast Antenna....................................3-105
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-105
Section 3 Instrument Panel
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