Black plate (17,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Portable Audio Devices This vehicle may have an auxilliary input, located on the
audio faceplate and a USB port located in the center
console. External devices such as iPod ®
, laptop
computers, MP3 players, CD changers, USB storage
device, etc. can be connected to the auxiliary port using
a 3.5 mm (1/8 in.) input jack or the USB port depending
on the audio system.
See “ Using the Auxiliary Input Jack ” and “ Using the
USB Port ” under Auxiliary Devices on page 5 ‑ 85 .
Steering Wheel Controls Audio steering wheel
control functions could
differ depending on the
vehicle's options. Some
audio controls can be
adjusted at the steering
wheel. w /
x : Press to change favorite radio stations, select
tracks on a CD/DVD, or to navigate tracks or folders on
an iPod ®
or USB device.
b g : Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press
again to turn the sound on. Press and hold longer than
two seconds to interact with OnStar ®
or Bluetooth
systems.
+
e −
e : Increases or decreases volume.
c : Press to reject an incoming call, or to end a call.
SRCE : Press to switch between the radio, CD, and for
vehicles with, DVD, front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary.
¨ : Press to seek the next radio station, the next track
or chapter while sourced to the CD or DVD slot, or to
select tracks and folders on an iPod ®
or USB device.
For more information, see Audio Steering Wheel
Controls on page 4 ‑ 106 .
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Section 3 Features and ControlsMirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43
Manual Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-43
Park Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-44
Outside Convex Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-45
Outside Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-45
Object Detection Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-46
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) . . . . . . . . 3-46
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-48
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-51 Universal Home Remote System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-55
Universal Home Remote System Operation
(With Three Round LED) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-55
Storage Areas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-62
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-62
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-62
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-64
Assist Handles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-64
Garment Hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-64
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-64
Rear Storage Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-66
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-66
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-66
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Manual Operation of Power Liftgate To change the liftgate to manual operation, press the
switch on the overhead console to the OFF position.
With the power liftgate disabled and all of the doors
unlocked, the liftgate can be manually opened and
closed.
To open the liftgate, press the touchpad on the handle
on the outside of the liftgate, and lift the gate open. To
close the liftgate, use the pull cup to lower the liftgate
and close. The liftgate latch will power close. Always
close the liftgate before driving.
If the RKE button or the power close button on the
liftgate is pressed while power operation is disabled, the
lights will flash three times, but the liftgate will not move.
It is not recommended that you drive with the liftgate
open, however, if you must drive with the liftgate open,
the liftgate should be set to manual operation by
pressing the OFF switch on the center console.
The liftgate has an electric latch. If the battery is
disconnected or has low voltage, the liftgate will not
open. The liftgate will resume operation when the
battery is reconnected and charged.
If the battery is properly connected with adequate
voltage, the switch is not disabled, and the liftgate still
will not function, your vehicle should be taken to a
dealer for service. Power Assist Steps Your vehicle may have power assist steps.
The power assist steps automatically extend from
beneath the vehicle on the side in which the door has
been opened. Once the door is closed, the assist steps
automatically move back under the vehicle after a brief
delay. The vehicle must not be moving for the assist
steps to extend or retract.
The switch used to
disable the power assist
steps is located on the
center console below the
climate control system.
The assist steps cannot be disabled in the extended
position.
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2. If the engine does not start after 5 ‐ 10 seconds,
especially in very cold weather (below 0°F or
− 18°C), it could be flooded with too much gasoline.
Try pushing the accelerator pedal all the way to the
floor and holding it there as you hold the key in
START for up to a maximum of 15 seconds. Wait at
least 15 seconds between each try, to allow the
cranking motor to cool down. When the engine
starts, let go of the key and accelerator. If the
vehicle starts briefly but then stops again, do the
same thing. This clears the extra gasoline from the
engine. Do not race the engine immediately after
starting it. Operate the engine and transmission
gently until the oil warms up and lubricates all
moving parts.
Notice: The engine is designed to work with the
electronics in the vehicle. If you add electrical parts
or accessories, you could change the way the
engine operates. Before adding electrical
equipment, check with your dealer. If you do not,
the engine might not perform properly. Any
resulting damage would not be covered by the
vehicle warranty. Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal The vehicle has adjustable throttle and brake pedals
that allow you change their positions.
The feature will not operate when the vehicle is in
R (Reverse) or while using the cruise control.
The switch used to adjust the pedals is located on the
center console below the climate control system.
Press the right and left arrows to move the pedals either
closer or further from your body.
Before you start driving, fully press the brake pedal to
confirm the adjustment is right for you. While driving,
make only small adjustments.
The vehicle has a memory function which allows the
pedal positions to be saved and recalled. See Memory
Features
on page 2 ‑ 6 for more information.
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Using Universal Home Remote Press and hold the appropriate button for at least half of
a second. The indicator light will come on while the
signal is being transmitted.
Reprogramming Universal Home
Remote Buttons Any of the three buttons can be reprogrammed by
repeating the instructions.
Erasing Universal Home Remote
Buttons The programmed buttons should be erased when the
vehicle is sold or the lease ends.
To erase either Rolling Code or Fixed Code on the
Universal Home Remote device:
1. Press and hold the two outside buttons at the
same time for approximately 20 seconds, until the
indicator lights, located directly above the buttons,
begin to blink rapidly.
2. Once the indicator lights begin to blink, release
both buttons. The codes from all buttons will be
erased.
For help or information on the Universal Home Remote
System, call the customer assistance phone number
under Customer Assistance Offices on page 9 ‑ 6 .Storage Areas Glove Box Pull the bottom of the glove box handle upward to open
it. Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box.
Cupholders Cupholders are located in the center console for the
front passengers. Press down on the access door
release to open and use the front cupholders. Push the
door back down to close it. Push down and then back
on the front cupholder to remove it for cleaning.
Heated and Cooled Cupholders For vehicles with heated and cooled cupholders, these
are located in the front center console.
Press down on the access door release button to open
the cupholder door.
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Center Console Storage A console compartment is located between the bucket
seats.
The console has both an upper and lower storage bin
accessed by lifting up on the latches located at the front
of the console lid.
The console may have an accessory power outlet
inside. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 4 ‑ 19 .
The rear of the console also has a cupholder that
swings down for the rear seat passengers to use.
Assist Handles Assist handles located above the rear passenger doors
can be used when getting out of the vehicle. Pull the
handles downward to use them.
Garment Hooks There are garment hooks located on the assist handles. Roof Rack System
{ WARNING: If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is
longer or wider than the roof rack — like paneling,
plywood, or a mattress — the wind can catch it
while the vehicle is being driven. The item being
carried could be violently torn off, and this could
cause a collision, and damage the vehicle. Never
carry something longer or wider than the roof rack
on top of the vehicle unless using a GM Certified
accessory carrier.
For vehicles with a roof rack, the rack can be used to
load items. For roof racks that do not have crossrails
included, GM Certified crossrails can be purchased as
an accessory. See your dealer for additional
information.
For vehicles with crossrails, they can be moved back
and forth to help secure cargo. To adjust them,
turn the knob located at each end of the crossrail
counterclockwise until the crossrail can move freely. To
secure the crossrail, turn the knob located at each end
of the crossrail clockwise until tightened. Tie the load to
the siderails or siderail supports.
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Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter The front ashtray and cigarette lighter are located in the
center console near the cupholders, if the vehicle has
them. Press on the access door to open it and use the
ashtray and lighter.
Notice: If papers, pins, or other flammable items are
put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking
materials could ignite them and possibly damage
the vehicle. Never put flammable items in the
ashtray.
To remove the ashtray, pull it from the center console.
Slide it back in and push down to be sure it is secure.
To use the cigarette lighter, push it in all the way, and let
go. When it is ready, it will pop back out by itself.
Notice: Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is
heating does not let the lighter back away from the
heating element when it is hot. Damage from
overheating can occur to the lighter or heating
element, or a fuse could be blown. Do not hold a
cigarette lighter in while it is heating. Analog Clock The analog clock is not connected with any other
vehicle system and runs by itself.
To adjust the clock, do the following:
1. Locate the adjustment button, near the lower left
corner of the clock.
2. Push and hold the adjustment button to advance
the clock hands. Holding the button down will
cause the clock to advance faster. Release the
button before you get to the desired time.
3. Push and release the button to increase the time
by one minute increments until the desired time is
reached.
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control
System The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can
be controlled with this system. The vehicle also has a
flow-through ventilation system described later in this
section.
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Rear Air Conditioning and Heating
System and Electronic Climate
Controls For vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning
controls, they are integrated with the rear seat audio
controls located in the center console. The system can
be controlled from the front controls as well as the rear
controls.
Rear Climate Control with Rear Seat Audio Controls
A. Fan Control
B. Air Delivery Mode Control
C. Temperature Control REAR: Press the REAR button on the front climate
control system to turn the rear climate control system on
or off. An indicator comes on when the rear system
is on.
The rear climate control system can also be turned off
by pressing and holding the
C button. To turn the
system on from the rear seats, press any rear climate
control button, except the
C button.
Mimic Mode: This mode matches the rear climate
control to the front climate control airflow settings.
It comes on when REAR is pressed the first time.
Independent Mode: This mode directs rear seating
airflow according to the settings of the rear controls.
To turn the system on from the rear, press any rear
climate control button, except the
C button.
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