2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE roof

Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
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190 INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
.The vehicle is entering and/or
exiting a parking lot, garage, or a lot
with a roof.
.The GPS signal is not received.
.A roof carrier is installed on the
vehicle.
.Tire chains are installed on the
vehicle.
.The tires are replaced or worn.
.The tire pressure for the tires is
incorrect.
.This is the first navigation use after
the map data is updated.
.The 12-volt battery has been
disconnected for several days.
.The vehicle is driving in heavy
traffic where driving is at low
speeds, and the vehicle is stopped
and started repeatedly.
Problems with Route
Guidance
Inappropriate route guidance can
occur under one or more of the
following conditions:
.The turn was not made on the road
indicated.
.Route guidance might not be
available when using automatic
rerouting for the next right or
left turn.
.The route might not be changed
when using automatic rerouting.
.There is no route guidance when
turning at an intersection.
.Plural names of places might be
announced occasionally.
.It could take a long time to operate
automatic rerouting during
high-speed driving.
.Automatic rerouting might display a
route returning to the set waypoint
if heading for a destination without
passing through a set waypoint.
.The route prohibits the entry of a
vehicle due to a regulation by time
or season or any other regulation
which may be given.
.Some routes might not be searched.
.The route to the destination might
not be shown if there are new roads,
if roads have recently changed, or if
certain roads are not listed in the
map data. SeeMaps0183. To recalibrate the vehicle's position on
the map, park with the vehicle
running for two to five minutes, until
the vehicle position updates. Make
sure the vehicle is parked in a location
that is safe and has a clear view of the
sky and away from large obstructions.
If the System Needs
Service
If the navigation system needs service,
see your dealer.
Map Data Updates
The map data in the vehicle is the
most up-to-date information available
when the vehicle was produced.
See www.gmnavdisc.com for details on
ordering, purchasing, and installing a
new or replacement SD card. Features
are subject to change. For more
information on this feature, see
my.cadillac.com/learn.

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234 DRIVING AND OPERATING
Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid
only the braking skid.
Off-Road Driving
Four-wheel-drive vehicles can be used
for off-road driving. Vehicles without
four-wheel drive and vehicles not
equipped with All Terrain (AT) or
On-Off Road (OOR) tires must not be
driven off-road except on a level, solid
surface. For contact information about
the original equipment tires, see the
warranty manual.
One of the best ways for successful
off-road driving is to control the
speed.
{Warning
When driving off-road, bouncing
and quick changes in direction can
easily throw you out of position.
This could cause you to lose control
and crash. You and your passengers
should always wear seat belts.
Before Driving Off-Road
.Have all necessary maintenance and
service work completed.
.Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, and
check inflation pressure in all tires,
including the spare, if equipped.
.Read all the information about
four-wheel-drive vehicles in this
manual.
.Know the local laws that apply to
off-road driving.
Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road
Driving
{Warning
.Unsecured cargo on the load
floor can be tossed about when
driving over rough terrain. You or
your passengers can be struck by
flying objects. Secure the cargo
properly.
.Keep cargo in the cargo area as
far forward and as low as
possible. The heaviest things
should be on the floor, forward
of the rear axle.
.Heavy loads on the roof raise the
vehicle's center of gravity,
making it more likely to roll over.
You can be seriously or fatally(Continued)
Warning (Continued)
injured if the vehicle rolls over.
Put heavy loads inside the cargo
area, not on the roof.
For more information about loading
the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits
0 240 and
Tires 0393.
Environmental Concerns
.Always use established trails, roads,
and areas that have been set aside
for public off-road recreational
driving and obey all posted
regulations.
.Do not damage shrubs, flowers,
trees, or grasses or disturb wildlife.
.Do not park over things that burn.
See Parking over Things That Burn
0 250.
Driving on Hills
Driving safely on hills requires good
judgment and an understanding of
what the vehicle can and cannot do.

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248 DRIVING AND OPERATING
To maintain vehicle performance,
other conditions may cause the engine
to automatically restart before the
brake pedal is released.
Auto Stops may not occur and/or Auto
Starts may occur because:
.The climate control settings require
the engine to be running to cool or
heat the vehicle interior.
.The vehicle battery charge is low.
.The vehicle battery has recently
been disconnected.
.Minimum vehicle speed has not
been reached since the last
Auto Stop.
.The accelerator pedal is pressed.
.The engine or transmission is not at
the required operating temperature.
.The outside temperature is not in
the required operating range.
.The vehicle is shifted out of D
(Drive) to any gear other than
P (Park).
.Certain driver modes have been
selected. SeeDriver Mode Control
0 266 and
Four-Wheel Drive 0256.
.The vehicle is on a steep hill or
grade.
.The driver door has been opened or
the driver seat belt has been
unbuckled.
.The hood has been opened.
.The Auto Stop has reached the
maximum allowed time.
Auto Stop Disable Switch
Uplevel Shown, Others Similar
The automatic engine Stop/Start
feature can be disabled and enabled
by pressing
h. Auto Stop is enabled
each time you start the vehicle. When
his illuminated, the system is
enabled.
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP)
When the ignition is turned from on
to off, the following features (if
equipped) will continue to function
for up to 10 minutes, or until the
driver door is opened. These features
will also work when the ignition is in
RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY:
.Infotainment System
.Power Windows (during RAP this
functionality will be lost when any
door is opened)
.Sunroof (during RAP this
functionality will be lost when any
door is opened)
.Auxiliary Power Outlet
.Audio System
.OnStar System
Shifting Into Park
To shift into P (Park):
1. Hold the brake pedal down and set the parking brake. See Electric
Parking Brake 0261.

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{Warning
Heavy loads on the roof rack will
make the vehicle's center of gravity
higher, increasing the possibility of
a rollover. To avoid losing control of
the vehicle, always select the
normal height setting and avoid
high speeds, sudden starts, sharp
turns, sudden braking, or abrupt
maneuvers when carrying cargo on
the roof rack.
Changing Ride Height
Press either ‘Up’or‘Down’ Ride Height
Button to open the Ride Height menu.
Use these buttons to select the desired
ride height in the menu. After a brief
pause, the menu will timeout and the
selection will finalize. Ride heights
that are unavailable for selection will
be greyed out in the menu.
Ride Height Descriptions
Normal Height
Normal Height is the standard vehicle
height used for everyday driving.
Entry/Exit Height
Entry/Exit Height is 50 mm (2 in)
lower than Normal Height. This ride
height lowers the vehicle for easy
entry and exit from the vehicle as well
as providing a lower height for loading
and unloading cargo.
This ride height can be selected in the
Ride Height Menu at any vehicle
speed. When Entry/Exit Height is
select at higher speeds, the vehicle
will wait to lower until the vehicle
slows to less than 12 km/h (7 mph). The vehicle will automatically raise to
Normal Height from Entry/Exit Height
when speed increases above 8 km/h
(5 mph). If no door has been opened
since lowering to Entry/Exit Height,
the vehicle will wait to raise to
Normal Height until 30 km/h
(19 mph). This gives the driver more
flexibility when lowering to Entry/Exit
Height for passenger pick up and
drop off.
The driver can enable Automatic
Entry/Egress Mode to automatically
lower to Entry/Exit Height when the
vehicle is shifted to P (PARK).
Automatic Entry/Egress Mode may be
enabled via the infotainment screen
under Settings/Vehicle/Ride Height.
When the vehicle is higher than
Normal Height, Automatic Entry/
Egress Mode is disabled. When the
vehicle is in Tow/Haul Driver Mode,
Off-Road Driver Mode, or it senses a
trailer is connected, Automatic Entry/
Egress Mode is disabled.

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Other Vehicle Lane Changes
ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead
until it is completely in the lane. The
brakes may need to be manually
applied.
Objects Not Directly in Front of Your
Vehicle
The detection of objects in front of
the vehicle may not be possible if:
.The vehicle or object ahead is not
within your lane.
.The vehicle ahead is shifted, not
centered, or is shifted to one side of
the lane.Driving in Narrow Lanes
Vehicles in adjacent traffic lanes or
roadside objects may be incorrectly
detected when located along the
roadway.
Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When
Towing a Trailer
Do not use ACC when driving on steep
hills or when towing a trailer. ACC will
not detect a vehicle in the lane while
driving on steep hills. If the brakes are
applied, the ACC disengages.
Disengaging ACC
There are three ways to
disengage ACC:
.Step lightly on the brake pedal.
.Press*.
.Press5.
Erasing Speed Memory
The cruise control set speed is erased
from memory if
5is pressed or if the
ignition is turned off.
Weather Conditions Affecting ACC
System operation may be limited
under snow, heavy rain, or road spray
conditions.
Accessory Installations and Vehicle
Modifications
Do not install or place any object
around the front camera windshield
area that would obstruct the front
camera view.
Do not install objects on top of the
vehicle that overhang and obstruct the
front camera, such as a canoe, kayak,
or other items that can be transported
on a roof rack system. See Roof Rack
System 0101.

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FusesUsage
F26 USB/SEO RAP
F27 APO/RAP
F28 Spare
F30 SDM AOS
F31 BCM 3
F32 CSM/USB
F33 BCM 4
F34 Out of park
F40 –
F41 –
F42 Electric park brake switch
F43 RSE
F44 AVM 2
F45 Radio module
F46 BCM 1A
F47 –
F48 TCM
F49 BCM 1
F50 DMS Fuses
Usage
F51 –
F52 –
F53 –
F54 Sunroof
F55 APO 3
F56 DC/DC CNV BATT 1
F57 DC/DC CNV BATT 2
F58 Spare
F59 –
K1 –
K2 RAP/ACCY 1
K4 RAP/ACCY 2
K5 –
CBO1 APO1
CBO2 APO2Rear Compartment Fuse
Block
The rear compartment fuse block is
behind the access panel on the left
side of the compartment.
Pull the panel out by grabbing the
finger access slot at the rear edge.

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444 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
.Inspect power steering for proper
attachment, connections, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
.Visually inspect halfshafts and drive
shafts for excessive wear, lubricant
leaks, and/or damage including:
tube dents or cracks, constant
velocity joint or universal joint
looseness, cracked or missing boots,
loose or missing boot clamps, center
bearing excessive looseness, loose or
missing fasteners, and axle seal
leaks.
.Check restraint system components.
SeeSafety System Check 064.
.Visually inspect fuel system for
damage or leaks.
.Visually inspect exhaust system and
nearby heat shields for loose or
damaged parts.
.Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care 0432.
.Check parking brake and automatic
transmission park mechanism. See
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism
Check 0381.
.Check accelerator pedal for damage,
high effort, or binding. Replace if
needed.
.Visually inspect gas strut for signs
of wear, cracks, or other damage.
Check the hold open ability of the
strut. If the hold open is low,
service the gas strut. See Gas
Strut(s) 0383.
.Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See Sunroof038.
.Verify spare tire key lock operation
and lubricate as needed. See Tire
Changing 0413.
.Visually inspect the spare tire to
ensure that it is tightly stowed
under the vehicle. Push, pull, and
try to turn the tire. If the spare tire
moves, tighten as necessary. See
Tire Changing 0413.

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INDEX 487
ProgramCourtesy Transportation . . . . . . . . . 464
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 327
Proposition 65 Warning,
California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .363, 380, 425, Back Cover
Publication Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 467
R
RadioHD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . 166
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . . . . . 467
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Radios AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Rear Axle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 381 Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Rear Climate Control System . . . . . . 224
Rear Pedestrian Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 312
Rear Seat Infotainment (RSI) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 173
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Rear Seats (cont'd)
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . 299
Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . . . . 107
Rearview Mirrors Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Recognition Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 191
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 326
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 451
Records Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 453
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . 429
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 461
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Replacement Glass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 383
Replacement Parts Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 452
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Replacing LATCH System Parts
after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . 468
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 468
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 468
Restraints Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 248
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Ride Control Systems Magnetic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Roads
Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Roadside Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 462
Roof Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 406
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . . . . 457
Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 251