2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE Owners Manual

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.
For more information, seeDriver Information Center(DIC) on page 4!41.
Vehicle Customization
Some vehicle features can be programmed byusing the DIC buttons next to the steering wheel.These features include:
.Language
.Door Lock and Unlock Settings
.RKE Lock and Unlock Feedback
.Lighting
.Chime Volume
.Memory Features
.Remote Start
.Digital Speedometer Display
SeeDIC Vehicle Customization on page 4!57.
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Cruise Control
Cruise Control shown withHeated Steering WheelButton (If Equipped)
The cruise control buttons are located on left side ofthe steering wheel.
T:Turns the system on or off. The indicator light ison when cruise control is on and turns off when cruisecontrol is off.
+ RES :Press to make the vehicle accelerate orresume a previously set speed.
SET!:Press to set the speed or make the vehicledecelerate.
[:Press to cancel cruise control without erasing theset speed from memory.
SeeCruise Control on page 4!8.
Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)
This feature may alert you to vehicles located in yourside blind zone. When the system detects a vehicle inthe side blind zone, an amber SBZA display will light upin the corresponding outside side mirror.
The system is enabled at every vehicle startup. It canbe disabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC).
If the message SIDE BLIND ZONE SYSTEMUNAVAILABLE appears on the DIC, the system hasbeen disabled because the sensor is blocked andcannot detect vehicles in the blind zone. The sensormay be blocked by mud, dirt, snow, ice, slush, or evenheavy rainstorms. This message may also activateduring heavy rain or due to road spray. The vehicledoes not need service.
SeeSide Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)on page 3!48formore information.
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Rear Vision Camera (RVC)
The rear vision camera displays a view of the areabehind the vehicle on the navigation screen when thevehicle is shifted into R (Reverse). Once shifted out ofR (Reverse), the navigation screen will go back to thelast screen that had been displayed, after a delay.
To clean the camera lens, located above the licenseplate, rinse it with water and wipe it with a soft cloth.
Ultrasonic Parking Assist
This feature uses sensors on the rear bumper to detectobjects while parking the vehicle. It operates at speedsless than 8 km/h (5 mph). URPA uses audio beeps toprovide distance and system information.
Keep the sensors on the vehicle's rear bumper clean toensure proper operation.
The system can be disabled by pressing the rear parkaid disable button located next to the radio.
SeeUltrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)onpage 3!46for more information.
Power Outlets
The accessory power outlets let you plug in auxiliaryelectrical equipment, such as a cellular telephone.
The vehicle has three accessory power outlets located:
.Inside the floor console storage bin.
.On the rear of the floor console.
.In the rear cargo area on the passenger side.
The accessory power outlets are powered, even whenthe ignition is in LOCK/OFF. Continuing to use poweroutlets while the ignition is in LOCK/OFF may cause thevehicle's battery to run down.
Universal Remote System
The Universal Home Remote System allows for garagedoor openers, security systems, and home automationdevices to be programmed to work with these buttons inthe vehicle.
SeeUniversal Home Remote Systemon page 3!55.
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Performance and Maintenance
StabiliTrak®
The vehicle may have a traction control system thatlimits wheel spin and the StabiliTrak system that assistswith directional control of the vehicle in difficult drivingconditions. Both systems turn on automatically everytime the vehicle is started.
.To turn off traction control, press and release5on
the instrument panel.Filluminates and the
appropriate DIC message displays. SeeDICWarnings and Messages on page 4!48.
.To turn off both traction control and Electronic
Stability Control, press and hold5untilF
illuminates and the appropriate DIC messagedisplays. SeeDIC Warnings and Messagesonpage 4!48.
.Press and release the button again to turn onboth systems.
For more information, seeStabiliTrak®Systemonp a g e 6!6.
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure MonitorSystem (TPMS).
The Tire Pressure Monitoralerts you when asignificant reduction inpressure occurs in one ormore of the vehicle’s tiresby illuminating the low tirepressure warning light onthe instrument cluster.
The warning light will remain on until the tire pressure iscorrected. The proper tire pressures for your vehicle arelisted on the Tire and Loading Information label locatedon the driver side center pillar (B pillar). SeeLoadingthe Vehicleon page 6!32.
You may notice during cooler conditions that the low tirepressure warning light will appear when the vehicle isfirst started and then turn off as you drive. This may bean early indicator that your tire pressures are gettinglow and the tires need to be inflated to the properpressure.
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Note:The Tire Pressure Monitor can alert you aboutlow tire pressure, but it does not replace normal monthlytire maintenance. It is the driver’s responsibility tomaintain correct tire pressures.
SeeTire Pressure Monitor Systemon page 7!67andTire Pressure Monitor Operation on page 7!68.
Engine Oil Life System
The engine oil life system calculates engine oil lifebased on vehicle use and displays a DIC messagewhen it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter.The oil life system should be reset to 100% onlyfollowing an oil change.
Resetting the Oil Life System
1. Display the OIL LIFE REMAINING on the DIC.
2. Press and hold the SET/RESET button on the DICfor more than five seconds. The oil life will changeto 100%.
SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 7!20.
Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
This vehicle has a yellow fuel cap and can use eitherunleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to85% ethanol (E85). SeeGasoline Octaneo n p a g e 7!8andFuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 7!9.
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are somedriving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.
.Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
.Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
.Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.
.When road and weather conditions areappropriate, use cruise control, if equipped.
.Always follow posted speed limits or drive moreslowly when conditions require.
.Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.
.Combine several trips into a single trip.
.Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPCSpec number molded into the tire's sidewall nearthe size.
.Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.
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Roadside Service
U.S. or Canada:1-800-882-1112
TTY Users:1-888-889-2438
As the owner of a new Cadillac, you are automaticallyenrolled in the Roadside Service program which isavailable 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.
Roadside Service and OnStar
If you have a current OnStar subscription, press theOnStar button and the current GPS location will be sentto an OnStar Advisor who will assess your problem,contact Roadside Service, and relay exact location toget you the help you need.
Online Owner Center
The Online Owner Center is a complimentary servicethat includes online service reminders, vehiclemaintenance tips, online owner manual, specialprivileges and more.
Sign up today at:www.gmownercenter.com/cadillac(U.S.) orwww.gm.ca(Canada).
OnStar®
OnStar®uses several innovative technologies and liveadvisors to provide a wide range of safety, security,navigation, diagnostics, and calling services.
Automatic Crash Response
In a crash, built in sensors can automatically alert anOnStar advisor who is immediately connected to thevehicle to see if you need help.
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How OnStar Service Works
Q:This blue button connects you to a speciallytrained OnStar advisor to verify your accountinformation and to answer questions.
]:Push this red emergency button to get priority helpfrom specially trained OnStar emergency advisors.
X:Push this button for hands!free, voice!activatedcalling and to give voice commands for turn!by!turnnavigation.
Crisis Assist, Stolen Vehicle Assistance, VehicleDiagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, RoadsideAssistance, Turn!by!Turn Navigation and Hands!FreeCalling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStarservices are available on all vehicles. For moreinformation see the OnStar Owner's Guide or visitwww.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada),contact OnStar at 1-888-4-ONSTAR (1!888!466!7827)
or TTY 1!877!248!2080, or pressQto speak with an
OnStar advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
For a full description of OnStar services and systemlimitations, see the OnStar Owner's Guide in theglove box.
OnStar service is subject to the OnStar terms andconditions included in the OnStar SubscriberInformation.
OnStar service cannot work unless the vehicle is in aplace where OnStar has an agreement with a wirelessservice provider for service in that area. OnStar servicealso cannot work unless the vehicle is in a place wherethe wireless service provider OnStar has hired for thatarea has coverage, network capacity and receptionwhen the service is needed, and technology that iscompatible with the OnStar service. Not all services areavailable everywhere, particularly in remote or enclosedareas, or at all times.
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The OnStar system can record and transmit vehicleinformation. This information is automatically sent to an
OnStar call center whenQis pressed,]is pressed,
or if the airbags or ACR system deploy. This informationusually includes the vehicle's GPS location and, in theevent of a crash, additional information regarding thecrash that the vehicle was involved in (e.g. the directionfrom which the vehicle was hit). When the virtualadvisor feature of OnStar hands-free calling is used, thevehicle also sends OnStar the vehicle's GPS locationso they can provide services where it is located.
Location information about the vehicle is only availableif the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed andavailable.
The vehicle must have a working electrical system,including adequate battery power, for the OnStarequipment to operate. There are other problemsOnStar cannot control that may prevent OnStar fromproviding OnStar service at any particular time or place.Some examples are damage to important parts of thevehicle in a crash, hills, tall buildings, tunnels, weatheror wireless phone network congestion.
OnStar Steering Wheel Controls
This vehicle may have a Talk/Mute button that can beused to interact with OnStar hands-free calling. SeeAudio Steering Wheel Controlson page 4!105for moreinformation.
On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to dialnumbers into voice mail systems, or to dial phoneextensions. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for moreinformation.
Your Responsibility
Increase the volume of the radio if the OnStar advisorcannot be heard.
If the light next to the OnStar buttons is red, the system
may not be functioning properly. PressQand request a
vehicle diagnostic. If the light appears clear (no light isappearing), your OnStar subscription has expired and
all services have been deactivated. PressQto confirm
that the OnStar equipment is active.
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