2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE ignition

Highbeam On Light
This light comes on whenthe high-beam headlampsare in use.
SeeHeadlamp High/Low-Beam Changero n p a g e 4!5for more information.
Tow/Haul Mode Light
For vehicles with the tow/haul mode feature, thislight comes on when theTow/Haul mode has beenactivated.
For more information, seeTow/Haul Modeonpage 3!36.
Fuel Gage
When the ignition is on,the fuel gage shows abouthow much fuel the vehiclehas left in the tank.
An arrow on the fuel gage indicates the side of thevehicle the fuel door is on.
The gage will first indicate empty before the vehicle isout of fuel, but the vehicle's fuel tank should befilled soon.
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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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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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REAR ACCESS OPEN
This message displays and a chime sounds if theliftgate or liftglass is open while the ignition is inON/RUN. Turn off the vehicle and check the liftgate andliftglass. Restart the vehicle and check for the messageon the DIC display.
REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE
This message displays while you are matching aRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter to yourvehicle. See“Matching Transmitter(s) to Your Vehicle”underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operationo n p a g e 3!4andDIC Operation and Displaysonpage 4!41for more information.
REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY
This message displays if a Remote Keyless Entry(RKE) transmitter battery is low. The battery needsto be replaced in the transmitter. See“BatteryReplacement”underRemote Keyless Entry (RKE)System Operation on page 3!4.
RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN
This message displays and a chime sounds if thepassenger side rear door is not fully closed and thevehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Stop and turn off thevehicle, check the door for obstructions, and close thedoor again. Check to see if the message still appearson the DIC.
SERVICE AIR BAG
This message displays if there is a problem with theairbag system. Have your dealer/retailer inspect thesystem for problems. SeeAirbag Readiness Lightonpage 4!30andAirbag Systemon page 2!74for moreinformation.
SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING
SYSTEM
On some vehicles, this message displays if there is aproblem with the battery charging system. Under certainconditions, the charging system light may also turn onin the instrument panel cluster. SeeCharging SystemLighton page 4!32. Driving with this problem coulddrain the battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories.Have the electrical system checked as soon aspossible. See your dealer/retailer.
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SERVICE STABILITRAK
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak®and this messagedisplays, it means there may be a problem with theStabiliTrak system. If you see this message, try toreset the system. Stop; turn off the engine for at least15 seconds; then start the engine again. If this messagestill comes on, it means there is a problem. You shouldsee your dealer/retailer for service. The vehicle is safeto drive, however, you do not have the benefit ofStabiliTrak, so reduce your speed and drive accordingly.
SERVICE SUSPENSION SYSTEM
This message displays when the Road SensingSuspension (RSS) system is not operating properly.Have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer.
SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM
This message displays when there is a problem with thetheft-deterrent system. The vehicle may or may notrestart so you may want to take the vehicle to yourdealer/retailer before turning off the engine. SeePASS-Key®III+ Electronic Immobilizer Operationonpage 3!24for more information.
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System(TPMS), this message displays if a part on the TPMS isnot working properly. The tire pressure light also flashesand then remains on during the same ignition cycle.SeeTire Pressure Lighton page 4!35. Severalconditions may cause this message to appear. SeeTirePressure Monitor Operationon page 7!68for moreinformation. If the warning comes on and stays on,there may be a problem with the TPMS. See yourdealer/retailer.
SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL
If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this message displayswhen there is a problem with the Traction ControlSystem (TCS). When this message displays, thesystem will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your drivingaccordingly. See your dealer/retailer for service.SeeStabiliTrak®Systemo n p a g e 6!6for moreinformation.
SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT
SYSTEM OFF
If your vehicle has the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)system, this message displays when the SBZA systemhas been turned off. SeeSide Blind Zone Alert (SBZA)on page 3!48andDIC Operation and Displaysonpage 4!41for more information.
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Entering the Feature Settings Menu
1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehiclein P (Park).
To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it isrecommended that the headlamps are turned off.
2. Press the customization button to scroll throughthe available customizable options.
Feature Settings Menu Items
The following are customization features that allow youto program settings to the vehicle:
DISPLAY IN ENGLISH
This feature will only display if a language other thanEnglish has been set. This feature allows you to changethe language in which the DIC messages appear toEnglish.
Press the customization button until the PRESSVTO
DISPLAY IN ENGLISH screen appears on the DICdisplay. Press the set/reset button once to display allDIC messages in English.
DISPLAY LANGUAGE
This feature allows you to select the language in whichthe DIC messages will appear.
Press the customization button until the DISPLAYLANGUAGE screen appears on the DIC display. Pressthe set/reset button once to access the settings for thisfeature. Then press the customization button to scrollthrough the following settings:
ENGLISH (default) :All messages will appear inEnglish.
DEUTSCH :All messages will appear in German.
ITALIANO :All messages will appear in Italian.
FRANCAIS :All messages will appear in French.
ESPANOL :All messages will appear in Spanish.
ARABIC :All messages will appear in Arabic.
CHINESE :All messages will appear in Chinese.
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.
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AUTO DOOR LOCK
This feature allows you to select when the vehicle'sdoors will automatically lock. SeeProgrammableAutomatic Door Lockson page 3!11for moreinformation.
Press the customization button until AUTO DOORLOCK 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:
SHIFT OUT OF PARK (default) :The doors willautomatically lock when the vehicle is shifted out ofP (Park).
AT VEHICLE SPEED :The doors will automatically lockwhen the vehicle speed is above 8 mph (13 km/h) forthree seconds.
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.
AUTO DOOR UNLOCK
This feature allows you to select whether or not to turnoff the automatic door unlocking feature. It also allowsyou to select which doors and when the doors willautomatically unlock. SeeProgrammable AutomaticDoor Lockson page 3!11for more information.
Press the customization button until AUTO DOORUNLOCK 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:
OFF :None of the doors will automatically unlock.
DRIVER AT KEY OUT :Only the driver's door willunlock when the key is taken out of the ignition.
DRIVER IN PARK :Only the driver's door will unlockwhen the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
ALL AT KEY OUT :All of the doors will unlock whenthe key is taken out of the ignition.
ALL IN PARK (default) :All of the doors will unlockwhen the vehicle is shifted into P (Park).
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.
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DELAY DOOR LOCK
This feature allows you to select whether or not thelocking of the vehicle's doors and liftgate will bedelayed. When locking the doors and liftgate with thepower door lock switch and a door or the liftgate isopen, this feature will delay locking the doors andliftgate until five seconds after the last door is closed.You will hear three chimes to signal that the delayedlocking feature is in use. The key must be out of theignition for this feature to work. You can temporarilyoverride delayed locking by pressing the power doorlock switch twice. SeeDelayed Lockingon page 3!11for more information.
Press the customization button until DELAY DOORLOCK 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 :There will be no delayed locking of the vehicle'sdoors.
ON (default) :The doors will not lock until five secondsafter the last door or the liftgate is closed.
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.
EXIT LIGHTING
This feature allows you to select the amount of time youwant the exterior lamps to remain on when it is darkenough outside. This happens after the key is turnedfrom ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF.
Press the customization button until EXIT LIGHTINGappears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset buttononce to access the settings for this feature. Then pressthe customization button to scroll through the followingsettings:
OFF :The exterior lamps will not turn on.
30 SECONDS (default) :The exterior lamps will stay onfor 30 seconds.
1 MINUTE :The exterior lamps will stay on forone minute.
2 MINUTES :The exterior lamps will stay on fortwo minutes.
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.
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