2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV lock

Black plate (116,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
J-Case Fuses Usage
59 Heavy Duty Antilock Braking System
60 Cooling Fan 2
61 Antilock Brake System 1
62 Starter
63 Stud 2 (Trailer Brakes)
64 Left Bussed Electrical Center 1
65 Electric Running Boards
66 Heated Windshield Washer System
67 Transfer Case
68 Stud 1 (Trailer Connector Battery
Power)
69 Mid-Bussed Electrical Center 1
70 Climate Control Blower
71 Power Liftgate Module
72 Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Relays Usage
FAN HI Cooling Fan High Speed
FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed
FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control
HDLP LO/HID Low-Beam Headlamp
FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps
A/C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor
STRTR Starter
PWR/TRN Powertrain
FUEL PMP Fuel Pump
PRK LAMP Parking Lamps
REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger
RUN/CRANK Switched Power
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Black plate (4,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Every Engine Oil Change .
Change engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on
page 7 ‑ 17 . An Emission Control Service..
Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant
on page 7 ‑ 29 ..
Windshield washer fluid level check. See
Windshield Washer Fluid on page 7 ‑ 39 ..
Tire inflation check. See Inflation - Tire Pressure
on page 7 ‑ 65 ..
Tire wear inspection. See Tire Inspection and
Rotation on page 7 ‑ 71 ..
Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
page 7 ‑ 71 ..
Fluids visual leak check (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first). A leak in any system must
be repaired and the fluid level checked. .
Engine air cleaner filter inspection. See Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 7 ‑ 22 ..
Brake system inspection (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first). .
Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage,
and parking brake cable guides. Control arm ball
joints are maintenance ‐ free..
Steering and suspension inspection. Visual
inspection for damaged, loose, or missing parts or
signs of wear. .
Engine cooling system inspection. Visual
inspection of hoses, pipes, fittings, and clamps and
replacement, if needed. .
Windshield wiper blade inspection for wear,
cracking, or contamination and windshield and
wiper blade cleaning, if contaminated. See
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades
on
page 7 ‑ 105 . Worn or damaged wiper blade
replacement. See Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement on page 7 ‑ 57 . .
Body hinges and latches, key lock cylinders, rear
compartment hinges, outer tailgate handle pivot
points, and folding seat hardware lubrication.
See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on
page 8 ‑ 10
. More frequent lubrication may be
required when vehicle is exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth makes them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. .
Restraint system component check. See Checking
the Restraint Systems on page 2 ‑ 91 . .
Automatic transmission fluid level check and
adding fluid, if needed. See Automatic
Transmission Fluid on page 7 ‑ 24 .
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Black plate (5,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Additional Required Services At Each Fuel Stop .
Engine oil level check. See Engine Oil on
page 7 ‑ 17
..
Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant
on page 7 ‑ 29 ..
Windshield washer fluid level check. See
Windshield Washer Fluid on page 7 ‑ 39 .
Once a Month .
Tire inflation check. See Inflation - Tire Pressure
on page 7 ‑ 65 ..
Tire wear inspection. See Tire Inspection and
Rotation on page 7 ‑ 71 .
Once a Year .
Starter switch check. See Owner Checks and
Services on page 8 ‑ 8 ..
Parking brake and automatic transmission P (Park)
mechanism check. See Owner Checks and
Services on page 8 ‑ 8 . .
Automatic transmission shiftlock control system
check. See Owner Checks and Services on
page 8 ‑ 8 . .
Ignition transmission lock check. See Owner
Checks and Services on page 8 ‑ 8 . .
Engine cooling system and pressure cap pressure
check. Radiator and air conditioning condenser
outside cleaning. See Cooling System
on
page 7 ‑ 27 . .
Exhaust system and nearby heat shields
inspection for loose or damaged components. .
Accelerator pedal check for damage, high effort,
or binding. Replace if needed. .
Hood and liftgate support gas strut inspection for
signs of wear, corrosion, cracks, loss of lubricant,
or other damage. Check the hold open ability of
the gas strut. If necessary, replace with genuine
parts from your dealer.
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Black plate (8,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Owner Checks and Services Starter Switch Check
{ WARNING: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle
could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or
others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough
room around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular
brake. See Parking Brake on page 3 ‑ 38 .
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to
turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle
should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the
vehicle starts in any other position, contact your
dealer for service. Automatic Transmission Shift Lock
Control System Check
{ WARNING: When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle
could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or
others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough
room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a
level surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. See Parking Brake
on page 3 ‑ 38 .
Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately if
the vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON/RUN,
but do not start the engine. Without applying the
regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of
P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves
out of P (Park), contact your dealer for service.
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Black plate (9,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn
the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position. .
The ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only when
the shift lever is in P (Park). .
The ignition key should come out only in
LOCK/OFF.
Contact your dealer if service is required.
Parking Brake and Automatic
Transmission P (Park) Mechanism
Check
{ WARNING: When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
begin to move. You or others could be injured and
property could be damaged. Make sure there is
room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to
roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once
should the vehicle begin to move. Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facing
downhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set the
parking brake. .
To check the parking brake's holding ability: With
the engine running and the transmission in
N (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from the
regular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is held
by the parking brake only. .
To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability:
With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Then
release the parking brake followed by the regular
brake.
Contact your dealer if service is required.
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Black plate (10,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part
number, or specification can be obtained from your
dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil The engine requires a special engine
oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M.
Oils meeting this standard can be
identified as synthetic, and should
also be identified with the American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for
Gasoline Engines starburst symbol.
However, not all synthetic API oils
with the starburst symbol will meet
this GM standard. Look for and use
only oil that meets GM Standard
GM4718M. For the proper viscosity,
see Engine Oil on page 7 ‑ 17 . Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL ®
Coolant. See Engine Coolant on
page 7 ‑ 29
.
Hydraulic Brake
System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377967, in
Canada 89021320).
Windshield
Washer Optikleen ®
Washer Solvent.
Power Steering
System GM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in
Canada 89021186).
Automatic
Transmission DEXRON ®
-VI Automatic Transmission
Fluid.
Key Lock
Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
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Black plate (9,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Cadillac Owner Privileges ™.
Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough
fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service
station. .
Lock ‐ Out Service: Service to unlock the vehicle if
you are locked out. A remote unlock may be
available if you have OnStar ®
. For security
reasons, the driver must present identification
before this service is given. .
Emergency Tow From a Public Road or
Highway: Tow to the nearest Cadillac dealer for
warranty service, or if the vehicle was in a crash
and cannot be driven. Assistance is also given
when the vehicle is stuck in the sand, mud,
or snow. .
Flat Tire Change: Service to change a flat tire
with spare tire. The spare tire, if equipped, must be
in good condition and properly inflated. It is your
responsibility for the repair or replacement of the
tire if it is not covered by the warranty. .
Battery Jump Start: Service to jump start a dead
battery. .
Trip Routing Service: Detailed maps of North
America are provided when requested either with
the most direct route or the most scenic route.
Additional travel information is also available. Allow
three weeks for delivery. .
Trip Interruption Benefits and Service: If your
trip is interrupted due to a warranty failure,
incidental expenses may be reimbursed during the
5 years/160 000 km (100,000 miles) Powertrain
warranty period. Items considered are hotel,
meals, and rental car.
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Black plate (10,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Cadillac Technician Roadside Service
(U.S. only) Cadillac's exceptional Roadside Service is more than
an auto club or towing service. It provides every
Cadillac owner in the United States with the advantage
of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, where available, a
Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide
on-site service.
A dealer technician will travel to your location within a
30 mile radius of a participating Cadillac dealership.
If beyond this radius, we will arrange to have your
car towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership. Each
technician travels with a specially equipped service
vehicle complete with the necessary Cadillac parts and
tools required to handle most roadside repairs.
Services Not Included in Roadside
Service .
Impound towing caused by violation of any laws. .
Legal fines. .
Mounting, dismounting, or changing of snow tires,
chains, or other traction devices. .
Towing or services for vehicles driven on a
non-public road or highway. Services Specific to Canadian ‐
Purchased Vehicles .
Fuel delivery: Reimbursement is approximately
$5 Canadian. Diesel fuel delivery may be
restricted. Propane and other fuels are not
provided through this service. .
Lock-Out Service: Vehicle registration is
required. .
Trip Routing Service: Limit of six requests
per year. .
Trip Interruption Benefits and Service:
Pre-authorization, original detailed receipts, and
a copy of the repair orders are required. Once
authorization has been received, the Roadside
Service advisor will help you make arrangements
and explain how to receive payment. .
Alternative Service: If assistance cannot be
provided right away, the Roadside Service advisor
may give you permission to get local emergency
road service. You will receive payment, up to $100,
after sending the original receipt to Roadside
Service. Mechanical failures may be covered,
however any cost for parts and labor for repairs
not covered by the warranty are the owner
responsibility.
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