2021 CADILLAC ESCALADE display

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Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert
If the vehicle is on with a door open,
and then all doors are closed, the
vehicle will check for remote keys
inside. If a remote key is not detected,
the Driver Information Center (DIC)
will display NO REMOTE DETECTED
and the horn will chirp three times.
This occurs only once each time the
vehicle is driven. To turn on or off see
Vehicle Personalization0138.
Keyless Liftgate Opening
Press the touchpad on the underside
of the liftgate handle to open the
liftgate when all doors are unlocked,
or when the remote key is within
1 m (3 ft).
Keyless Liftglass Opening
Press the exterior liftglass button to
open the liftglass when all doors are
unlocked, or when the remote key is
within 1 m (3 ft).
See Liftgate 020.
Mechanical Key Access
To access a vehicle with a weak
remote key battery, see Door Locks
0 15.Programming Remote Keys to
the Vehicle
Only remote keys programmed to the
vehicle will work. If a remote key is
lost or stolen, a replacement can be
purchased and programmed through
your dealer. The vehicle can be
reprogrammed so that lost or stolen
remote keys no longer work. Each
vehicle can have up to eight remote
keys matched to it.
Programming with Recognized
Remote Keys
A new key can be programmed to the
vehicle when there are two
recognized keys.
To program, the vehicle must be in
RUN and all remote keys, both
currently recognized and new, must
be with you.
1. Place the two recognized remote keys on the passenger seat.
2. Scroll to the DIC menu to "Remote Key Learn" menu and select.
The DIC displays READY FOR
REMOTE #3, 4, 5, ETC.
3. Place the new remote key into thefront cupholder.
4. Press ENGINE START/STOP. When the remote key is learned, the DIC
display will show that it is ready to
program the next remote key.
5. Remove the remote key from the front cupholder and press
KorQ
on the remote key.
To program additional remote keys,
repeat Steps 3–5.
When all additional remote keys
are programmed, press and hold
ENGINE START/STOP for
approximately 12 seconds to exit
programming mode.

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Programming without Recognized
Remote Keys
If two currently recognized remote
keys are not available, see your dealer
to program new remote keys.
Starting the Vehicle with a Low
Remote Key Battery
If the remote key battery is weak or if
there is interference with the signal,
the DIC may display NO REMOTE
DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS
DETECTED PLACE KEY IN
TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN
START YOUR VEHICLE when starting
the vehicle.To start the vehicle:
1. Place the remote key into the front
cupholder.
2. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral) press the brake pedal
and ENGINE START/STOP.
Replace the remote key battery as
soon as possible.
Battery Replacement
{Warning
Never allow children to play with
the remote key. The remote key
contains a small battery, which can
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be a choking hazard. If swallowed,
internal burns can occur, resulting
in severe injury or death. Seek
medical attention immediately if a
battery is swallowed.
{Warning
To avoid personal injury, do not
touch metal surfaces on the remote
key when it has been exposed to
extreme heat. These surfaces can be
hot to the touch at temperatures
above 59 °C (138 °F).
Caution
When replacing the battery, do not
touch any of the circuitry on the
remote key. Static from your body
could damage the remote key.

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Caution
Always replace the battery with the
correct type. Replacing the battery
with an incorrect type could
potentially create a risk of battery
explosion. Dispose of used batteries
according to instructions and local
laws. Do not attempt to burn,
crush, or cut the used battery, and
avoid exposing the battery to
environments with extremely low
air pressures or high temperatures.
Replace the battery in the remote key
soon if the DIC displays REPLACE
BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY. To replace the battery:
1. Press the button on the side of the
remote key and pull the
mechanical key out. Never pull the
mechanical key out without
pressing the button.
2. With the mechanical key removed,insert a flat, thin object in the
center of the remote key to
separate and remove the back
cover.

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.Make sure all doors and windows
are completely closed.
.Secure any loose items such as a
sunshades.
.Make sure there are no obstructions
blocking the sensors in the front
overhead console.
.Close DVD screens before leaving
the vehicle.
Intrusion and Inclination
Sensors Disable Switch
It is recommended that the intrusion
and inclination sensors be deactivated
if pets are left in the vehicle or the
vehicle is being transported.With the vehicle off, press
oin the
front overhead console to turn off the
feature.
The indicator light may come on
momentarily, or a message may
display on the instrument cluster,
indicating that these sensors have
been disabled until the next time the
alarm system is armed.
Steering Column Lock
If equipped, the steering column lock
is a theft-deterrent device. This
feature locks the steering column
when the vehicle is turned off and the
driver door is opened, or when the
driver door is opened and then the
vehicle is turned off. The steering
column unlocks when the vehicle is
turned on.
The Driver Information Center (DIC)
may display one of these messages:
.A message to service the steering
column lock indicates that an issue
has been detected with the column
lock feature and the vehicle should
be serviced.
.A message that the steering column
is locked indicates that the engine
is running, but the steering column
is still locked. It is normal for the
column to be locked during a
remote start, but the column should
unlock after the brake pedal is
pressed and the vehicle is started.
No message will display during a
remote start.
.A message that the steering wheel
must be turned and the vehicle
must be started again indicates that
the column lock mechanism is
bound, the column locking device
was unable to unlock the steering
column, and the vehicle did not
start. If this happens, immediately
turn the steering wheel from side to
side to unbind the column lock.
If this does not unlock the steering
column, turn the vehicle off and
open the driver door to reset the
system. Then turn the vehicle on
and immediately turn the steering
wheel side to side for about
15 seconds. In some cases, it may
take significant force to unbind the
column.

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.The vehicle is turned off.
.The vehicle is driven in R (Reverse)
above a set speed.
To turn this feature on or off, see
Vehicle Personalization 0138.
Interior Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirrors
Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear
view of the area behind your vehicle.
Do not spray glass cleaner directly on
the mirror. Use a soft towel dampened
with water.
Automatic Dimming
Rearview Mirror
The rearview mirror automatically
dims to reduce the glare of the
headlamps from behind. This feature
comes on when the vehicle is started.
Rear Camera Mirror
If equipped, this automatic dimming
mirror provides a wide angle camera
view of the area behind the vehicle.
Pull the tab to turn on the display.
Push the tab to turn it off. When off
the mirror is automatic dimming.
Adjust the mirror for a clear view of
the area behind the vehicle while the
display is off.PressVto scroll through the
adjustment options.
Press
tanduto adjust the settings
using the indicators on the mirror.
The indicators will remain visible for
five seconds after the last button
activation, and the settings will
remain saved.

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See your dealer for service if a blue
screen and
3are displayed in the
mirror, and the display shuts off. Also,
push the tab as indicated to return to
the automatic dimming mode.
The Rear Camera Mirror may not work
properly or display a clear image if:
.There is glare from the sun or
headlamps. This may obstruct
objects from view. If needed, push
the tab to turn off the display.
.Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks
the camera lens. Clean the lens with
a soft damp cloth, or, if equipped,
with the Rear Camera Washer. See
Rear Window Wiper/Washer 0107.
.The camera’s mounting on the
vehicle has been damaged, and/or
the position or the mounting angle
of the camera has changed.
Windows
{
Warning
Never leave a child, a helpless adult,
or a pet alone in a vehicle,
especially with the windows closed
in warm or hot weather. They can
be overcome by the extreme heat
and suffer permanent injuries or
even death from heat stroke.
The vehicle aerodynamics are
designed to improve fuel economy
performance. This may result in a
pulsing sound when either rear
window is down and the front
windows are up. To reduce the sound,
open either a front window or the
sunroof, if equipped.
Power Windows
{Warning
Children could be seriously injured
or killed if caught in the path of a
closing window. Never leave the
remote key in a vehicle with
children. When there are children in
the rear seat, use the window
lockout switch to prevent operation
of the windows. See Keys06.

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.Press or pullD(1) again to stop at
the desired location.
Sunshade Operation:
.Press and releaseC(2) to
express-open.
.Pull and releaseC(2) to
express-close.
.Press or pullC(2) again to stop at
the desired location.
Sunroof Vent Operation:
.Press and releaseE(3) to vent the
sunroof.
.Pull and releaseE(3) to close the
sunroof vent.
Automatic Reversal System
The sunroof and power sunshade,
if equipped, have an automatic
reversal system that is only active
when the sunroof and power sunshade
are operated in express-close mode.
If an object is in the path while
express-closing, the reversal system
will detect an object, stop, and open
the sunroof or power sunshade
slightly. If this condition occurs, attempt to
remove the object, then pull and
release the switch to express close.
If the reversal occurs multiple times,
the DIC message OPEN THEN CLOSE
SUNROOF will display, and express is
disabled. To operate sunroof while
express is disabled, the switch must
be either pressed or pulled and held.
Dirt and debris may collect on the
sunroof seal or in the track. This
could cause an issue with sunroof
operation or noise. It could also plug
the water drainage system.
Periodically open the sunroof and
remove any obstacles or loose debris.
Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealingarea using a clean cloth, mild soap,
and water. Do not remove grease from
the sunroof.

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.Raise or lower the seat by moving
the rear of the control up or down.
Lumbar Adjustment
.Press and hold the front or rear of
the control to increase or decrease
lumbar support.
.Press and hold the top or bottom of
the control to raise or lower lumbar
support.
Uplevel Seat Adjustment
To adjust lumbar support, if equipped:
.Press and release or hold Feature
Select (1) to scroll to lumbar
support on the infotainment display.
.Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) to
adjust lumbar forward or rearward.
.Press Up (2) or Down (4) to adjust
lumbar up or down.Bolster Support
To adjust bolster support, if equipped:
Press and release or hold Feature
Select (1) to scroll to bolster support
on the infotainment display. Press
Forward (5) or Rearward (3) to adjust
bolster support inward or outward.
Upper Shoulder Support
To adjust upper shoulder support,
if equipped:
.Press and release or hold Feature
Select (1) to scroll to upper shoulder
support on the infotainment display.
.Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) to
adjust shoulder support forward or
rearward.