2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT charging

Radio Reception
Frequency interference and static can occur during
normal radio reception if items such as cell phone
chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external
electronic devices are plugged into the accessory
power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the
item from the accessory power outlet.
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,
especially at night. The longer range can cause
station frequencies to interfere with each other. For
better radio reception, most AM radio stations boost the
power levels during the day, and then reduce these
levels during the night. Static can also occur when things
like storms and power lines interfere with radio
reception. When this happens, try reducing the treble on
the radio.
FM Stereo
FM signals only reach about 10 to 40 miles
(16 to 65 km). Although the radio has a built-in electronic
circuit that automatically works to reduce interference,
some static can occur, especially around tall buildings or
hills, causing the sound to fade in and out.
XM™ Satellite Radio Service
XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception
from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United
States, and in Canada. Just as with FM, tall buildings or
hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing
the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling
or standing under heavy foliage, bridges, garages, or
tunnels may cause loss of the XM signal for a period
of time.
Cellular Phone Usage
Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the
vehicle’s radio. This interference may occur when
making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone’s
battery, or simply having the phone on. This interference
causes an increased level of static while listening to
the radio. If static is received while listening to the radio,
unplug the cellular phone and turn it off.
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Trailer Wiring Harness
Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Package
The vehicle is equipped with the seven-wire trailer
towing harness. This harness with a seven-pin universal
heavy-duty trailer connector is attached to the rear
bumper beam. It is located next to the integrated
trailer hitch.The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer
circuits:
Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal
Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal
Brown: Taillamps
White: Ground
Light Green: Back-up Lamps
Red w/ Black Stripe: Battery Feed*
Dark Blue: Trailer Brake*
*The fuses for these two circuits are installed in the
underhood electrical center, but the circuits are
not connected. They should be installed by your dealer
or a qualied service center.
If charging a remote (non-vehicle) battery, press the
Tow/Haul mode button, if equipped, located at the end
of the shift lever. This will boost the vehicle system
voltage and properly charge the battery. If the trailer is
too light for Tow/Haul mode, or the vehicle is not
equipped with Tow/Haul, turn on the headlamps as a
second way to boost the vehicle system and charge the
battery.
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Audio System (cont.)
Theft-Deterrent Feature................................3-87
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System............3-90
Automatic Headlamp System............................3-17
Automatic Transmission
Fluid..........................................................6-21
Operation...................................................2-36
Autoride
®.......................................................5-39
B
Battery..........................................................6-39
Electric Power Management..........................3-19
Run-Down Protection...................................3-20
Bluetooth
®.....................................................3-66
Brake
Emergencies................................................ 5-6
Brake Fluid....................................................6-35
Brakes..........................................................6-35
System Warning Light..................................3-33
Braking........................................................... 5-4
Braking in Emergencies..................................... 5-6
Break-In, New Vehicle.....................................2-31
Bulb Replacement...........................................6-51
Headlamp Aiming........................................6-48
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting...........6-51
License Plate Lamps....................................6-52Bulb Replacement (cont.)
Replacement Bulbs......................................6-53
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps,
and Back-Up Lamps.................................6-51
Buying New Tires...........................................6-69
C
Calibration.....................................................3-46
California Fuel.................................................. 6-6
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements....... 6-4
California Proposition 65 Warning....................... 6-4
Canadian Owners............................................... iii
Capacities and Specications..........................6-110
Carbon Monoxide...................2-11, 2-21, 2-45, 5-27
Care of
Safety Belts................................................6-97
Cargo Area, All-Weather..................................2-77
Cargo Cover Panels........................................2-68
Center Console Storage Area...........................2-66
Chains, Tire...................................................6-75
Charging System Light....................................3-32
Check
Engine Lamp..............................................3-36
Checking Things Under the Hood......................6-12
Chemical Paint Spotting.................................6-101
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Ignition Positions.............................................2-31
Infants and Young Children, Restraints...............1-34
Ination - Tire Pressure...................................6-60
Instrument Panel
Brightness..................................................3-18
Cluster.......................................................3-28
Overview..................................................... 3-4
Storage Area..............................................2-66
J
Jump Starting.................................................6-40
K
Keyless Entry System....................................... 2-4
Keys............................................................... 2-3
L
Labeling, Tire Sidewall.....................................6-55
Lamp
Malfunction Indicator....................................3-36
Lamps
Dome ........................................................3-19
Dome Lamp Override...................................3-19
Exterior Cargo.............................................3-18
Reading.....................................................3-19
Lap-Shoulder Belt...........................................1-26LATCH System for Child Restraints...................1-41
Level Control..................................................5-39
License Plate Lamps.......................................6-52
Light
Airbag Readiness........................................3-30
Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning............3-34
Brake System Warning.................................3-33
Charging System.........................................3-32
Cruise Control.............................................3-40
Fog Lamp ..................................................3-40
Highbeam On.............................................3-40
Lights On Reminder.....................................3-40
Oil Pressure...............................................3-39
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator..................3-31
Safety Belt Reminders..................................3-29
Security.....................................................3-39
StabiliTrak
®Indicator....................................3-34
Tire Pressure..............................................3-35
Tow/Haul Mode...........................................3-41
Lighting
Entry/Exit...................................................3-19
Lights
Exterior Lamps............................................3-13
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 3-8
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 3-7
On Reminder..............................................3-16
Loading Your Vehicle.......................................5-31
Locking Rear Axle............................................ 5-9
Lockout Protection..........................................2-11
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