2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE fuel

Here are some situations owners may experience withthe fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with thefuel gage.
.At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off beforethe gage reads full.
.It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than thefuel gage indicated. For example, the gage mayhave indicated the tank was half full, but it actuallytook a little more or less than half the tank'scapacity to fill the tank.
.The gage goes back to empty when the ignition isturned off.
Driver Information Center (DIC)
Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC).
The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It alsodisplays warning messages if a system problem isdetected. The DIC also allows some features to becustomized. SeeDIC Vehicle Customizationonpage 4!57for more information.
All messages will appear in the DIC display located inthe center of the instrument panel cluster.
The DIC comes on when the ignition is on. After a shortdelay, the DIC will display the information that was lastdisplayed before the engine was turned off.
SeeDIC Operation and Displayson page 4!41andDIC Vehicle Customizationon page 4!57for thedisplays available.
DIC Operation and Displays
The DIC has different displays which can be accessedby pressing the DIC buttons located on the instrumentpanel, next to the steering wheel.
The DIC displays trip, fuel, and vehicle systeminformation, and warning messages if a system problemis detected. A digital speedometer also appears at thebottom of the DIC display. The digital speedometercan be enabled or disabled. See“DISPLAY DIGITALSPEED”underDIC Vehicle Customizationonpage 4!57for more information.
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DIC Buttons
The buttons are the trip/fuel, vehicle information,customization, and set/reset buttons. The buttonfunctions are detailed inthe following pages.
3(Trip/Fuel):Press this button to display theodometer, trip odometer, fuel range, average economy,fuel used, timer, transmission temperature,instantaneous economy, and average vehicle speed.The compass and outside air temperature will also beshown in the display. The temperature will be shownin °F or °C depending on the units selected.
T(Vehicle Information):Press this button to displaythe oil life, units, side blind zone system on/off, tirepressure readings for vehicles with the Tire PressureMonitor System (TPMS), Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)transmitter programming, compass zone setting, andcompass recalibration.
U(Customization):Press this button to customize thefeature settings on your vehicle. SeeDIC VehicleCustomizationon page 4!57for more information.
V(Set/Reset):Press this button to set or reset certainfunctions and to turn off or acknowledge messages onthe DIC.
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
3(Trip/Fuel):Press this button to scroll through thefollowing menu items:
Odometer
Press the trip/fuel button until ODOMETER displays.This display shows the distance the vehicle has beendriven in either miles (mi) or kilometers (km).
To switch between English and metric measurements,see“Units”later in this section.
Trip Odometer
Press the trip/fuel button until TRIP displays. Thisdisplay shows the current distance traveled in eithermiles (mi) or kilometers (km) since the last reset for thetrip odometer.
The trip odometer can be reset to zero by pressing theset/reset button while the trip odometer is displayed.
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Fuel Range
Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL RANGE displays.This display shows the approximate number ofremaining miles (mi) or kilometers (km) the vehicle canbe driven without refueling. The display will show LOWif the fuel level is low.
The fuel range estimate is based on an average of thevehicle's fuel economy over recent driving history andthe amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. Thisestimate will change if driving conditions change.For example, if driving in traffic and making frequentstops, this display may read one number, but if thevehicle is driven on a freeway, the number may changeeven though the same amount of fuel is in the fuel tank.This is because different driving conditions producedifferent fuel economies. Generally, freeway drivingproduces better fuel economy than city driving. Fuelrange cannot be reset.
Average Economy
Press the trip/fuel button until AVERAGE ECONOMYdisplays. This display shows the approximate averagemiles per gallon (mpg) or liters per 100 kilometers(L/100 km). This number is calculated based on thenumber of mpg (L/100 km) recorded since the last timethis menu item was reset. To reset AVERAGEECONOMY, press and hold the set/reset button.
Fuel Used
Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL USED displays.This display shows the number of gallons (gal) orliters (L) of fuel used since the last reset of this menuitem. To reset the fuel used information, press and holdthe set/reset button while FUEL USED is displayed.
Timer
Press the trip/fuel button until TIMER displays.This display can be used as a timer.
To start the timer, press the set/reset button whileTIMER is displayed. The display will show the amountof time that has passed since the timer was last reset,not including time the ignition is off. Time will continueto be counted as long as the ignition is on, even ifanother display is being shown on the DIC. Thetimer will record up to 99 hours, 59 minutes and59 seconds (99:59:59) after which the display willreturn to zero.
To stop the timer, press the set/reset button brieflywhile TIMER is displayed.
To reset the timer to zero, press and hold the set/resetbutton while TIMER is displayed.
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Transmission Temperature
Press the trip/fuel button until TRANS TEMP displays.This display shows the temperature of the automatictransmission fluid in either degrees Fahrenheit (°F) ordegrees Celsius (°C).
Instantaneous Economy
If your vehicle has this display, press the trip/fuel buttonuntil INST ECON displays. This display shows thecurrent fuel economy at a particular moment and willchange frequently as driving conditions change. Thisdisplay shows the instantaneous fuel economy in milesper gallon (mpg) or liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km).Unlike average economy, this screen cannot be reset.
The display may also show if the vehicle is currentlyin V4, V6 or V8 mode.
Average Vehicle Speed
Press the trip/fuel button until AVERAGE SPEEDdisplays. This display shows the average speed inmiles per hour (MPH) or kilometers per hour (km/h).
Blank Display
This display shows no information.
Vehicle Information Menu Items
T(Vehicle Information):Press this button to scrollthrough the following menu items:
Oil Life
Press the vehicle information button until OIL LIFEREMAINING displays. This display shows an estimateof the oil's remaining useful life. If you see 99% OILLIFE REMAINING on the display, that means 99% ofthe current oil life remains. The engine oil life systemwill alert you to change the oil on a schedule consistentwith your driving conditions.
When the remaining oil life is low, the CHANGEENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on thedisplay. See“CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON”underDICWarnings and Messageson page 4!48. You shouldchange the oil as soon as you can. SeeEngine Oilonpage 7!17. In addition to the engine oil life systemmonitoring the oil life, additional maintenance isrecommended in the Maintenance Schedule in thismanual. SeeScheduled Maintenanceo n p a g e 8!3formore information.
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DIC Compass
Your vehicle may have a compass in the DriverInformation Center (DIC).
Compass Zone
The zone is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory.Your dealer/retailer will set the correct zone for yourlocation.
Under certain circumstances, such as during a longdistance cross-country trip or moving to a new stateor province, it will be necessary to compensate forcompass variance by resetting the zone through theDIC if the zone is not set correctly.
Compass variance is the difference between the earth'smagnetic north and true geographic north. If thecompass is not set to the zone where you live, thecompass may give false readings. The compass mustbe set to the variance zone in which the vehicle istraveling.
To adjust for compass variance, use the followingprocedure:
Compass Variance (Zone) Procedure
1. Do not set the compass zone when the vehicle ismoving. Only set it when the vehicle is in P (Park).
Press the vehicle information button until PRESSVTO CHANGE COMPASS ZONE displays.
2. Find the vehicle's current location and variancezone number on the map.
Zones 1 through 15 are available.
3. Press the set/reset button to scroll through andselect the appropriate variance zone.
4. Press the trip/fuel button until the vehicle heading,for example, N for North, is displayed in the DIC.
5. If calibration is necessary, calibrate the compass.See“Compass Calibration Procedure”following.
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ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the engine isoverheating, severe engine damage may occur. If anoverheat warning appears on the instrument panelcluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon aspossible. SeeEngine Overheatingon page 7!34formore information.
This message displays when the engine coolanttemperature is too hot. Stop and allow the vehicle toidle until it cools down. SeeEngine CoolantTemperature Gage on page 4!35.
SeeOverheated Engine Protection Operating Modeonpage 7!37for information on driving to a safe place inan emergency.
ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE
Notice:If you drive your vehicle while the engine isoverheating, severe engine damage may occur. If anoverheat warning appears on the instrument panelcluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon aspossible. SeeEngine Overheatingon page 7!34formore information.
This message displays and a chime sounds if theengine cooling system reaches unsafe temperatures foroperation. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it issafe to do so to avoid severe damage. This messageclears when the engine has cooled to a safe operatingtemperature.
ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED
This message displays and a chime sounds when thecooling system temperature gets too hot and the enginefurther enters the engine coolant protection mode.SeeEngine Overheatingon page 7!34for furtherinformation.
This message also displays when the vehicle's enginepower is reduced. Reduced engine power can affect thevehicle's ability to accelerate. If this message is on, butthere is no reduction in performance, proceed to yourdestination. The performance may be reduced the nexttime the vehicle is driven. The vehicle may be driven ata reduced speed while this message is on, butacceleration and speed may be reduced. Anytime thismessage stays on, the vehicle should be taken to yourdealer/retailer for service as soon as possible.
FUEL LEVEL LOW
This message displays and a chime sounds if the fuellevel is low. Refuel as soon as possible. SeeFuel Gageon page 4!40andFuelo n p a g e 7!7for moreinformation.
HOOD OPEN
This message displays and a chime sounds if the hoodis not fully closed. Stop and turn off the vehicle, checkthe hood for obstructions, and close the hood again.Check to see if the message still appears on the DIC.
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TIGHTEN GAS CAP
This message may display along with the check enginelight on the instrument panel cluster if the vehicle's fuelcap is not tightened properly. SeeMalfunction IndicatorLampon page 4!36. Reinstall the fuel cap fully. SeeFilling the Tankon page 7!11. The diagnostic systemcan determine if the fuel cap has been left off orimproperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap allowsfuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few drivingtrips with the cap properly installed should turn this lightand message off.
TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System(TPMS), this message displays when the TPMS isre-learning the tire positions on your vehicle. The tirepositions must be re-learned after rotating the tires orafter replacing a tire or sensor. SeeTire Inspection andRotationon page 7!71,Tire Pressure Monitor Systemon page 7!67, andInflation - Tire Pressureonpage 7!65for more information.
TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System(TPMS), this message displays when the pressure inone or more of the vehicle's tires is low. This messagealso displays LEFT FRONT, RIGHT FRONT, LEFTREAR, or RIGHT REAR to indicate which tire needs tobe checked. The low tire pressure warning light will alsocome on. SeeTire Pressure Lighton page 4!35. Youcan receive more than one tire pressure message at atime. To read the other messages that may have beensent at the same time, press the set/reset button. If atire pressure message appears on the DIC, stop assoon as you can. Have the tire pressures checked andset to those shown on the Tire Loading Informationlabel. SeeTireson page 7!58,Loading the Vehicleonpage 6!32, andInflation - Tire Pressureon page 7!65.The DIC also shows the tire pressure values. SeeDICOperation and Displays on page 4!41.
TRACTION CONTROL OFF
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this message displayswhen the Traction Control System (TCS) is turned off.Adjust your driving accordingly. SeeStabiliTrak®
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DISPLAY DIGITAL SPEED
This feature allows you to enable or disable the digitalspeedometer on the DIC.
Press the customization button until DISPLAY DIGITALSPEED appears on the DIC display. Press the set/resetbutton once to access the settings for this feature. Thenpress the customization button to scroll through thefollowing settings:
OFF :The digital speedometer will be disabled.
ON (default) :The digital speedometer will be enabled.
NO CHANGE :No change will be made to this feature.The current setting will remain.
To select a setting, press the set/reset button while thedesired setting is displayed on the DIC.
FACTORY SETTINGS
This feature allows you to set all of the customizationfeatures back to their factory default settings.
Press the customization button until FACTORYSETTINGS appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature.Then press the customization button to scroll throughthe following settings:
RESTORE ALL (default) :The customization featureswill be set to their factory default settings.
DO NOT RESTORE :The customization features willnot be set to their factory default settings.
To select a setting, press the set/reset button while thedesired setting is displayed on the DIC.
EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS
This feature allows you to exit the featuresettings menu.
Press the customization button until PRESSVTO EXIT
FEATURE SETTINGS appears in the DIC display.Press the set/reset button once to exit the menu.
If you do not exit, pressing the customization buttonagain will return you to the beginning of the featuresettings menu.
Exiting the Feature Settings Menu
The feature settings menu will be exited when any ofthe following occurs:
.The vehicle is no longer in ON/RUN.
.The trip/fuel or vehicle information DIC buttons arepressed.
.The end of the feature settings menu is reachedand exited.
.A 40 second time period has elapsed with noselection made.
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