2015 CADILLAC ESCALADE steering wheel

Black plate (62,1)Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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10-62 Vehicle Care
Tire Chains
{Warning
Do not use tire chains. There is
not enough clearance. Tire chains
used on a vehicle without the
proper amount of clearance can
cause damage to the brakes,
suspension, or other vehicle
parts. The area damaged by the
tire chains could cause loss of
control and a crash. Use another
type of traction device only if its
manufacturer recommends it for
the vehicle's tire size combination
and road conditions. Follow that
manufacturer's instructions. To
avoid vehicle damage, drive
slowly and readjust or remove the
traction device if it contacts the
vehicle. Do not spin the wheels.
If traction devices are used, install
them on the rear tires.
If a Tire Goes Flat
It is unusual for a tire to blowout
while driving, especially if the tires
are maintained properly. If air goes
out of a tire, it is much more likely to
leak out slowly. But if there ever is a
blowout, here are a few tips about
what to expect and what to do:
If a front tire fails, the flat tire
creates a drag that pulls the vehicle
toward that side. Take your foot off
the accelerator pedal and grip the
steering wheel firmly. Steer to
maintain lane position, and then
gently brake to a stop, well off the
road, if possible.
A rear blowout, particularly on a
curve, acts much like a skid and
may require the same correction as
used in a skid. Stop pressing the
accelerator pedal and steer to
straighten the vehicle. It may be
very bumpy and noisy. Gently brake
to a stop, well off the road,
if possible.{Warning
Driving on a flat tire will cause
permanent damage to the tire.
Re-inflating a tire after it has been
driven on while severely
underinflated or flat may cause a
blowout and a serious crash.
Never attempt to re-inflate a tire
that has been driven on while
severely underinflated or flat.
Have your dealer or an authorized
tire service center repair or
replace the flat tire as soon as
possible.
{Warning
Lifting a vehicle and getting under
it to do maintenance or repairs is
dangerous without the
appropriate safety equipment and
training. If a jack is provided with
the vehicle, it is designed only for(Continued)

Black plate (78,1)Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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10-78 Vehicle Care
{Warning
Shifting a four-wheel-drive
vehicle's transfer case into
N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle
to roll even if the transmission is
in P (Park). You or others could
be injured. Set the parking brake
before shifting the transfer case
to N (Neutral).
Follow these steps to dinghy tow:
1. Position the vehicle being towed behind the tow vehicle, facing
forward and on a level surface.
2. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle.
3. Apply the parking brake and start the engine.
For vehicles with electric parking
brakes, the parking brake cannot
be applied and the tires must be
chocked. 4. Shift the transfer case to
N (Neutral). See “Shifting into
N (Neutral)” underFour-Wheel
Drive on page 9-32 for the
proper procedure. Check that
the vehicle is in N (Neutral) by
shifting the transmission to
R (Reverse) and then to D
(Drive). There should be no
movement of the vehicle while
shifting.
5. With the transmission in D (Drive), turn the engine off.
{Caution
Failure to disconnect the negative
battery cable or to have it contact
the terminals can cause damage
to the vehicle.
6. Disconnect the negative battery cable at the battery and secure
the nut and bolt. Cover the
negative battery post with a non-conductive material to
prevent any contact with the
negative battery terminal.
7. Shift the transmission to P (Park).
{Caution
If the steering column is locked,
vehicle damage may occur.
9. Move the steering wheel to make sure the steering column
is unlocked.
10. Release the parking brake.
11. Keep the RKA fob outside of the vehicle, and manually lock
doors. Access vehicle same as
dead vehicle/fob process (back
up key in door lock).
Disconnecting the Towed Vehicle
Before disconnecting the towed
vehicle:
1. Park on a level surface.

Black plate (84,1)Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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10-84 Vehicle Care
can be removed by rubbing with a
clean cloth. SeeRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on
page 11-11.
Tires
Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to
clean the tires.
{Caution
Using petroleum-based tire
dressing products on the vehicle
may damage the paint finish and/
or tires. When applying a tire
dressing, always wipe off any
overspray from all painted
surfaces on the vehicle.
Wheels and Trim —Aluminum
or Chrome
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild
soap and water to clean the wheels.
After rinsing thoroughly with clean
water, dry with a soft, clean towel.
A wax may then be applied.
{Caution
Chrome wheels and other chrome
trim may be damaged if the
vehicle is not washed after driving
on roads that have been sprayed
with magnesium, calcium,
or sodium chloride. These
chlorides are used on roads for
conditions such as ice and dust.
Always wash the chrome with
soap and water after exposure.
{Caution
To avoid surface damage, do not
use strong soaps, chemicals,
abrasive polishes, cleaners,
brushes, or cleaners that contain
acid on aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels. Use only
approved cleaners. Also, never
drive a vehicle with aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels through an
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Caution (Continued)
automatic car wash that uses
silicone carbide tire cleaning
brushes. Damage could occur
and the repairs would not be
covered by the vehicle warranty.
Steering, Suspension, and
Chassis Components
Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of wear at
least once a year.
Inspect power steering for proper
hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc.
Visually check constant velocity joint
boots and axle seals for leaks.
For 1500 Series vehicles, at least
every other oil change lubricate the
outer tie rod ends.

Black plate (9,1)Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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Service and Maintenance 11-9
Battery
The battery supplies power to start
the engine and operate any
additional electrical accessories.
.To avoid break-down or failure to
start the vehicle, maintain a
battery with full cranking power.
.Trained dealer technicians have
the diagnostic equipment to test
the battery and ensure that the
connections and cables are
corrosion-free.
Belts
.Belts may need replacing if they
squeak or show signs of
cracking or splitting.
.Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the belts and
recommend adjustment or
replacement when necessary.
Brakes
Brakes stop the vehicle and are
crucial to safe driving.
.Signs of brake wear may include
chirping, grinding, or squealing
noises, or difficulty stopping.
.Trained dealer technicians have
access to tools and equipment
to inspect the brakes and
recommend quality parts
engineered for the vehicle.
Fluids
Proper fluid levels and approved
fluids protect the vehicle’s systems
and components. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11-11 for GM
approved fluids.
.Engine oil and windshield
washer fluid levels should be
checked at every fuel fill.
.Instrument cluster lights may
come on to indicate that fluids
may be low and need to be
filled.
Hoses
Hoses transport fluids and should
be regularly inspected to ensure
that there are no cracks or leaks. With a multi-point inspection, your
dealer can inspect the hoses and
advise if replacement is needed.
Lamps
Properly working headlamps,
taillamps, and brake lamps are
important to see and be seen on
the road.
.Signs that the headlamps need
attention include dimming, failure
to light, cracking, or damage.
The brake lamps need to be
checked periodically to ensure
that they light when braking.
.With a multi-point inspection,
your dealer can check the lamps
and note any concerns.
Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
.Signs of wear may include
steering wheel vibration, bounce/
sway while braking, longer
stopping distance, or uneven
tire wear.

Black plate (5,1)Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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INDEX i-5
Front SeatsHeated and Cooled . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-66 Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-67
Economy Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Filling a Portable FuelContainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-69
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-67
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-67
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . 5-25
Management, Active . . . . . . . . . . 9-26
Requirements, California . . . . . 9-67
System Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-37
Full-Size Spare Tire . . . . . . . . . . 10-72
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-31 Engine CompartmentFuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-31
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . 10-35, 10-37
Rear Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-40G
Garage Door Opener . . . . . . . . . . 5-53Programming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-53
Gauges Engine CoolantTemperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-14
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Tachometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Trip Odometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Warning Lights and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
General Information Service and Maintenance . . . . . 11-1
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-70
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Glass Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 10-28
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
H
Hazard Warning Flashers . . . . . . . 6-6
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Head-up Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29 Headlamps
Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-28
Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
Daytime Running
Lamps (DRL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-4
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . 6-4
Lamps On Reminder . . . . . . . . . 5-26
Heated
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Heated and Cooled Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Heated Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-23
Heater
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-23
High-Beam On Light . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
High-Speed Operation . . . . . . . . 10-50
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . 9-10
Hill Start Assist (HSA) . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Hood . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-4
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17

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i-10 INDEX
Safety Defects ReportingCanadian Government . . . . . . 13-13
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-13
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . 13-12
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-13
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . 3-24
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . 13-7
Seats Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Heated, Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Lumbar Adjustment, Front . . . . . 3-4
Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Power Adjustment, Front . . . . . . 3-3
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Second Row . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Third Row Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Second Row Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Securing Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-55, 3-58
Security Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
OnStar
®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-3
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Vehicle Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18 Service
Accessories and
Modifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Doing Your Own Work . . . . . . . . 10-3
Engine Soon Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
Maintenance Records . . . . . . .11-14
Maintenance, General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-1
Parts Identification Label . . . . . 12-1
Publications Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-10
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . 13-7
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-42
Service Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Services
Special Application . . . . . . . . . . . 11-8
Servicing the Airbag . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
Shift Lock Control Function Check, Automatic
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-26
Shifting Into Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-24
Out of Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-25
Side Blind Zone
Alert (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-61 Signals, Turn and
Lane-Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Special Application Services . . . 11-8
Specifications and Capacities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-2
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
StabiliTrak OFF Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Start Assist, Hills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-38
Start Vehicle, Remote . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Starter Switch Check . . . . . . . . . 10-26
Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-22
Starting the Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-43
Steering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4 Heated Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Wheel Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Steering System Messages . . . . 5-42
Steps Power Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-18
Storage Rear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2