2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE Owners Manual

The following functions may be available if this vehiclehas the RKE system:
Q(Lock):Press to lock all the doors.
If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC),the turn signal lamps flash once to indicate locking hasoccurred. If enabled through the DIC, the horn chirps
whenQis pressed again within three seconds. SeeDIC
Vehicle Customizationon page 4!57for additionalinformation.
PressingQarms the content theft!deterrent system.
SeeContent Theft-Deterrent on page 3!22.
K(Unlock):Press once to unlock only the driver door.
IfKis pressed again within three seconds, all
remaining doors unlock. The interior lamps maycome on and stay on for 20 seconds or until theignition is turned on.
If enabled through the DIC, the turn signal lamps flashtwice to indicate unlocking has occurred. SeeDICVehicle Customizationon page 4!57. If enabledthrough the DIC, the exterior lights turn on briefly if it isdark enough outside. See“APPROACH LIGHTING”underDIC Vehicle Customizationon page 4!57.
PressingKon the RKE transmitter disarms the content
theft!deterrent system. SeeContent Theft-Deterrentonpage 3!22.
/(Remote Vehicle Start):For vehicles with this
feature, press/to start the engine from outside the
vehicle using the RKE transmitter. SeeRemote VehicleStarto n p a g e 3!7for additional information.
&(Power Liftgate):Press and hold to open andclose the liftgate. The taillamps flash and a chimesounds to indicate when the liftgate is opening andclosing.
m(Liftglass):Press and hold to open the liftglass.
L(Vehicle Locator/Panic Alarm):Press and releaseto locate the vehicle. The turn signal lamps flash andthe horn sounds three times.
Press and holdLfor more than two seconds to
activate the panic alarm. The turn signal lamps flashand the horn sounds repeatedly for 30 seconds.The alarm turns off when the ignition is moved to
ON/RUN orLis pressed again. The ignition must
be in LOCK/OFF for the panic alarm to work.
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The vehicle comes with two transmitters. Eachtransmitter will have a number on top of it,“1”or“2”.These numbers correspond to the driver of the vehicle.For example, the memory seat position for driver 1 willbe recalled when using the transmitter labeled“1”,if enabled through the DIC. SeeMemory Featuresonp a g e 2!6andDIC Vehicle Customizationonpage 4!57for more information.
Programming Transmitters to the
Vehicle
Only RKE transmitters programmed to this vehiclewill work. If a transmitter is lost or stolen, a replacementcan be purchased and programmed through yourdealer/retailer. When the replacement transmitter isprogrammed to this vehicle, all remaining transmittersmust also be reprogrammed. Any lost or stolentransmitters will no longer work once the newtransmitter is programmed. Each vehicle can haveup to eight transmitters programmed to it. See“RelearnRemote Key”underDIC Operation and Displaysonpage 4!41for instructions on how to matchRKE transmitters to the vehicle.
Battery Replacement
Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERYIN REMOTE KEY message displays in the DIC.See“REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY”underDIC Warnings and Messageson page 4!48foradditional information.
Notice:When replacing the battery, do not touchany of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static fromyour body could damage the transmitter.
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To replace the battery:
1. Separate the transmitter with a flat, thin objectinserted into the notch, located above themetal base.
2. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object.
3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up.Replace with a CR2032 or equivalent battery.
4. Snap the transmitter back together.
Remote Vehicle Start
This feature allows you to start the engine from outsideof the vehicle. It may also start up the vehicle's heatingor air conditioning systems and rear window defogger.Normal operation of the system will return after the keyis turned to the ON/RUN position.
During a remote start, the climate control system willdefault to a heating or cooling mode depending on theoutside temperatures.
During a remote start, if your vehicle has an automaticclimate control system and heated seats, the heatedseats will turn on during colder outside temperaturesand will shut off when the key is turned to ON/RUN.If your vehicle does not have an automatic climatecontrol system, during remote start, you will need tomanually turn the heated seats on and off. SeeHeatedand Cooled Seatso n p a g e 2!5for additionalinformation.
Laws in some communities may restrict the use ofremote starters. For example, some laws may require aperson using the remote start to have the vehicle inview when doing so. Check local regulations for anyrequirements on remote starting of vehicles.
Do not use the remote start feature if your vehicle is lowon fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel.
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If your vehicle has the remote start feature, theRKE transmitter functions will have an increased rangeof operation. However, the range may be less while thevehicle is running.
There are other conditions which can affect theperformance of the transmitter, seeRemote KeylessEntry (RKE) Systemo n p a g e 3!4for additionalinformation.
/(Remote Start) :This button will be on theRKE transmitter if you have remote start.
To start the vehicle using the remote start feature:
1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle.
2. Press and release the transmitter's lock button.The vehicle's doors will lock. Immediately pressand hold the transmitter's remote start button untilthe turn signal lights flash. If you cannot see thevehicle's lights, press and hold the remote startbutton for two to four seconds. Pressing the remotestart button again after the vehicle has started willturn the engine off.
When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turnon and remain on while the vehicle is running.
If the vehicle is left running it will automatically shutoff after 10 minutes unless a time extension hasbeen done.
3. If it is the first remote start since the vehicle hasbeen driven, repeat these steps, while the engineis still running, to extend the engine running timeby 10 minutes. Remote start can be extendedone time.
After entering the vehicle during a remote start, insertand turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle.
To manually shut off a remote start, do any of thefollowing:
.Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and pressthe remote start button until the parking lampsturn off.
.Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
.Turn the ignition switch on and then off.
The vehicle can be remote started two separate timesbetween driving sequences. The engine will run for10 minutes after each remote start.
Or, you can extend the engine run time by another10 minutes within the first 10 minute remote start timeframe, and before the engine stops.
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For example, if the lock button and then the remote startbuttons are pressed again after the vehicle has beenrunning for five minutes, 10 minutes are added, allowingthe engine to run for 15 minutes.
The additional ten minutes are considered a secondremote vehicle start.
After your vehicles engine has been started two timesusing the remote vehicle start button, or a single remotestart with one time extension, the vehicle must bestarted with the key.
After the key is removed from the ignition, the vehiclecan be remote started again.
The vehicle cannot be remote started if the key is inthe ignition, the hood is not closed, or if there is anemission control system malfunction and the checkengine light comes on.
Also, the engine will turn off during a remote vehiclestart if the coolant temperature gets too high or if the oilpressure gets low.
Vehicles that have the remote vehicle start feature areshipped from the factory with the remote vehicle startsystem enabled. The system may be enabled ordisabled through the DIC. See“REMOTE START”underDIC Vehicle Customizationon page 4!57foradditional information.
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Doors and Locks
Door Locks
{WARNING:
Unlocked doors can be dangerous.
.Passengers, especially children, can easily
open the doors and fall out of a moving
vehicle. When a door is locked, the handle will
not open it. The chance of being thrown out of
the vehicle in a crash is increased if the doors
are not locked. So, all passengers should
wear safety belts properly and the doors
should be locked whenever the vehicle
is driven.
.Young children who get into unlocked vehicles
may be unable to get out. A child can be
overcome by extreme heat and can suffer
permanent injuries or even death from heat
stroke. Always lock the vehicle whenever
leaving it.
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WARNING: (Continued)
.Outsiders can easily enter through an
unlocked door when you slow down or stop
your vehicle. Locking your doors can help
prevent this from happening.
There are several ways to lock and unlock your vehicle.
From the outside, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)transmitter or the key in the driver's door.
From the inside, use the power door locks or manualdoor locks. To lock or unlock the door with the manuallocks, push down or pull up on the manual lock knob.
Power Door Locks
With power door locks, the switches on the front doorscan be used to lock and unlock the vehicle.
"(Unlock):Press to unlock the doors.
Q(Lock):Remove the key from the ignition and pressto lock the doors.
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Delayed Locking
When locking the doors with the power lock switchand a door or the liftgate is open, the doors will lockfive seconds after the last door is closed. You will hearthree chimes to signal that the delayed locking featureis in use.
Pressing the power lock switch twice will overridethe delayed locking feature and immediately lock allthe doors.
This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition.
You can program this feature using the DriverInformation Center (DIC). See DELAY DOOR LOCKunderDIC Vehicle Customization on page 4!57.
Programmable Automatic
Door Locks
Vehicles with an automatic lock/unlock feature enableyou to program the vehicle's power door locks. You canprogram this feature through the Driver InformationCenter (DIC). SeeDIC Vehicle Customizationonpage 4!57for more information on DIC programming.
Rear Door Security Locks
Your vehicle has rear door security locks. Theseprevent passengers from opening the rear doors fromthe inside.
The rear door securitylocks are located on theinside edge of eachrear door.
The rear doors must be open to access them. The labelshowing lock and unlock positions is located nearthe lock.
To set the locks, do the following:
1. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn itso the slot is in the horizontal position.
2. Close the door.
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When you want to open a rear door when the securitylock is on, do the following:
1. Unlock the door by lifting the rear door manuallock, using the power door lock switch, or theRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter, if thevehicle has one.
2. Open the door from the outside.
To cancel the rear door security lock, do the following:
1. Unlock the door and open it from the outside.
2. Insert the key into the security lock slot and turn itso the slot is in the vertical position.
Lockout Protection
This feature protects you from locking the key in thevehicle when the key is in the ignition and a front dooris open.
If the driver's side power door lock switch is pressedwhen the driver's door is open and the key is in theignition, all of the doors will lock and then the driver'sdoor will unlock.
If the passenger's side power door lock switch ispressed when the front passenger's door is open andthe key is in the ignition, all of the doors will lock andthen the front passenger's door will unlock.
Liftgate/Liftglass
{WARNING:
It can be dangerous to drive with the liftglass or
liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas
can come into your vehicle. You cannot see or
smell CO. It can cause unconsciousness and
even death.
If you must drive with the liftglass or liftgate open,
or if electrical wiring or other cable connections
must pass through the seal between the body and
the liftglass or liftgate:
.Make sure all other windows are shut.
.Turn the fan on your heating or cooling
system to its highest speed with the
recirculation mode off. That will force outside
air into your vehicle. SeeDual Automatic
Climate Control System on page 4!20.
.If you have air outlets on or under the
instrument panel, open them all the way.
.If your vehicle is equipped with a power
liftgate, disable the power liftgate function.
SeeEngine Exhaust on page 3!41.
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