Page 1 I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2015 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Storage ..... . . 4-1 Climate Controls .
Page 3 2015 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual Jump Starting ....10-73 Customer Information ..13-1 Towing the Vehicle ..10-76 Customer Information .
Page 4: Using This Manual
à l'adresse Refer to the purchase this manual including, but not limited savant: documentation relating to your to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, Helm, Incorporated specific vehicle to confirm the the CADILLAC Emblem, and Attention: Customer Service features.
Page 5 Introduction Danger, Warnings, and Symbols Caution Cautions The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of Text marked Caution provides text. Symbols are shown along with Danger information that may indicate a the text describing the operation or hazard that could result in injury information relating to a specific Text marked...
Page 6: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Fuses Here are some additional symbols : Headlamp High/Low-Beam that may be found on the vehicle Changer and what they mean. For more : Heated Steering Wheel information on the symbol, refer to the Index. : LATCH System Child Restraints : Adjustable Pedals...
Page 7 Introduction NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 8: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Passenger Sensing Lane Departure System ..... 1-10 Warning (LDW) ... . . 1-18 Mirror Adjustment .
Page 9: Instrument Panel
In Brief Instrument Panel English Version Shown, Metric Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 10 In Brief 1. Air Vents on page 8-7. 7. Power Assist Steps on 12. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 2-18 (If Equipped). page 6-1. 2. Head-Up Display (HUD) on page 5-29 (If Equipped). Pedal Adjust Switch. See 13. Electric Parking Brake on Adjustable Throttle and Brake page 9-36 (If Equipped).
Page 11: Initial Drive Information
In Brief 19. Steering Wheel Controls on Initial Drive page 5-2. Information Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls. See Driver This section provides a brief Information Center (DIC) on overview about some of the page 5-27. important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
Page 12: Remote Vehicle Start
In Brief Push down the manual lock The engine will continue to run for : Press and release to locate the knob on the driver door to lock 10 minutes. Repeat the steps for a vehicle. all doors. Push down the lock 10-minute time extension.
Page 13 In Brief Power Door Locks unlock. See Keyless Access lift up. See Remote Keyless Entry Operation in Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2. page 2-2. Use the pull cup to lower and close the liftgate.
Page 14: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Raise or lower the front part of If equipped, the front and rear To close, press on the bottom the seat cushion by moving the windows have an express-down of the liftgate next to the latch. front of the control up or down. feature.
Page 15: Memory Features
In Brief To adjust the lumbar support: Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features Press and hold the control forward to increase or rearward to decrease upper and lower lumbar support at the same time. Press and hold the control up to increase upper lumbar support and decrease lower lumbar support.
Page 16: Head Restraint Adjustment
In Brief Second Row Seats Heated and Cooled Front Press to cool the driver or Seats passenger seat. The second row seatbacks can be folded for additional cargo space, See Heated and Cooled Front Seats or the seats can be folded and on page 3-7.
Page 17: Passenger Sensing System
1-10 In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status indicator will light on the overhead System console when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 5-16. Mirror Adjustment Interior Mirror United States Adjustment Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle.
Page 18 In Brief 1-11 Exterior Mirrors Power Folding Mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Dual Automatic Climate Control Power Mirrors System on page 8-1. Reverse Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has the memory package, the exterior mirrors tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse).
Page 19: Interior Lighting
1-12 In Brief Steering Wheel Throttle and Brake Pedal See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9-19. Adjustment Adjustment The vehicle may have a memory If equipped, the position of the function, which lets pedal settings throttle and brake pedals can be be saved and recalled.
Page 20: Doors
In Brief 1-13 To change the dome lamp settings, must be in the ACC/ACCESSORY Exterior Lighting press the following: or ON/RUN position or using Retained Accessory Power (RAP). OFF: Turns the lamps off, even when a door is open. DOOR: The lamps come on automatically when a door is opened.
Page 21 1-14 In Brief The windshield wipers are controlled : Turns on the parking lamps INT: Turn the FRONT including all lamps, except the by turning the band with band on the wiper lever to adjust the headlamps. sensitivity. FRONT on it. : Turns on the headlamps : Fast wipes.
Page 22: Climate Controls
In Brief 1-15 See Windshield Wiper/Washer on 4. Driver and Passenger Heated 4. SYNC (Synchronized page 5-3. and Cooled Seats (If Equipped) Temperature) 5. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 5. A/C Mode (Air Conditioning) Climate Controls 6. Defrost 6. Climate Control Selection The climate control buttons and the (Application Tray Button) 7.
Page 23 1-16 In Brief 1. To enable the Range Selection Automatic Transfer Case Do not use AUTO mode to park on feature, move the shift lever to a steep grade with poor traction the M (Manual Mode) position. such as ice, snow, mud, or gravel. The current range will appear In AUTO mode only the rear wheels next to the M.
Page 24: Vehicle Features
In Brief 1-17 Vehicle Features Cruise Control SET : Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If the cruise control is Infotainment System already active, use to decrease vehicle speed. See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio : Press to disengage cruise players, phone, navigation system,...
Page 25: Lane Change Alert (Lca)
1-18 In Brief Forward Collision Alert indicator will change to amber and flash. In addition, beeps will sound, (FCA) System or the driver seat will pulse. If equipped, FCA may help avoid or See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) reduce the harm caused by on page 9-63.
Page 26: Parking Assist
In Brief 1-19 Rear Vision The vehicle may also have a higher Power Outlets speed Backing Warning System and Camera (RVC) Accessory power outlets can be the Rear Automatic Braking system. used to plug in electrical equipment, If equipped, RVC displays a view of See Driver Assistance Systems on such as a cell phone, MP3 the area behind the vehicle on the...
Page 27: Universal Remote System
1-20 In Brief Universal Remote System Sunroof Vent: From the closed position, press the rear of switch (2) to vent the sunroof. Open/Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (1) until the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of switch (1) to close it.
Page 28: Maintenance
In Brief 1-21 To turn off both traction control When the sunroof is opened, an air Performance and and StabiliTrak, press and hold deflector will automatically raise. Maintenance until illuminate in the The air deflector will retract when instrument cluster and the the sunroof is closed.
Page 29: Maintenance
1-22 In Brief The low tire pressure warning light Engine Oil Life System 2. Press SEL on the DIC controls alerts to a significant loss in and hold SEL down for a few The engine oil life system calculates pressure of one of the vehicle's seconds to clear the CHANGE engine oil life based on vehicle use tires.
Page 30: Onstar Overview
Canada: 1-800-882-1112 abrupt stops. TTY Users (U.S. Only): Avoid idling the engine for long 1-888-889-2438 periods of time. New Cadillac owners are When road and weather automatically enrolled in the conditions are appropriate, use Roadside Service Program. cruise control. See Roadside Service on Always follow posted speed page 13-5.
Page 31 1-24 In Brief NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 32: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ....2-22 Windows Power Mirrors ....2-22 Keys Folding Mirrors .
Page 33: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Check the transmitter's battery. See Battery Replacement later in this section. If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows when is pressed again within Pressing on the RKE transmitter three seconds. See Vehicle disarms the alarm system. See Personalization on page 5-45. Vehicle Alarm System on page 2-18. Pressing arms the alarm system. If equipped with auto mirror folding, See Vehicle Alarm System on pressing and holding page 2-18.
Page 35 Keys, Doors, and Windows Any vehicle door has been when the ignition is moved to ON/ If the lock/unlock button is pressed opened and all doors are now again within five seconds, all RUN or is pressed again. The closed. passenger doors will unlock.
Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows transmitter inside the vehicle. Do Keyless Liftgate Opening longer work. Each vehicle can have not leave the RKE transmitter in an up to eight transmitters matched Press the touch pad on the rear of unattended vehicle. to it.
Page 37 Keys, Doors, and Windows 3. Remove the key lock cylinder 8. Return the key back into the cap on the driver door handle. transmitter. See Door Locks on page 2-10. Programming without a Insert the vehicle key into the Recognized Transmitter key lock cylinder on the driver door handle;...
Page 38 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2. Remove the key lock cylinder 4. Repeat Step 2 two additional area. The storage area will need cap on the driver door handle. times. After the third time all to be opened to access the See Door Locks on page 2-10.
Page 39 Keys, Doors, and Windows Starting the Vehicle with a Low Battery Replacement Transmitter Battery Caution If the transmitter battery is weak or if there is interference with the signal, When replacing the battery, do the DIC may display NO REMOTE not touch any of the circuitry on DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY the transmitter.
Page 40 Keys, Doors, and Windows 1. Press the button on the side of Remote Vehicle Start the transmitter near the bottom If equipped with the remote start and pull the key out. feature, the climate control system will come on when the vehicle is started remotely depending on the outside temperature.
Page 41 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows There is an emission control The vehicle's ignition must be 2. Immediately press and hold system malfunction and the turned on and then back off to use until the turn signal lamps flash malfunction indicator lamp is on. remote start again.
Page 42 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 To lock the doors from inside the Key Cylinder Access Warning (Continued) vehicle: thrown out of the vehicle in a Press on a power door lock crash is increased if the switch. doors are not locked. So, all Push down the manual lock passengers should wear knob on the driver door to lock...
Page 43: Automatic Door Locks
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Free Turning Locks The doors will lock automatically five seconds after all doors are The door lock cylinder turns freely closed. If a door is reopened before when either the wrong key is used, that time, the five-second timer will or the correct key is not fully reset when all doors are closed inserted.
Page 44: Safety Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 vehicle will check for RKE Safety Locks Doors transmitters inside. If an RKE The rear door safety locks prevent transmitter is detected and the Liftgate passengers from opening the rear number of RKE transmitters inside doors from inside the vehicle.
Page 45 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows Manual Liftgate There will be a delay in the release Warning (Continued) of the liftgate glass if there is an attempt to open it while the rear Adjust the climate control wipers are in motion. system to a setting that Use the pull cup to lower and close brings in only outside air and...
Page 46 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 Power Liftgate Operation The modes are: vehicle can be opened if the RKE transmitter is within 1m MAX: Opens to maximum (3 ft) of the touch pad. Warning height. 3/4: Opens to a reduced height You, or others, could be injured if that can be set from 3/4 to fully caught in the path of the power...
Page 47 2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows Do not manually force the liftgate to Obstacle Detection Features direction and open fully. The liftgate open or close during a power cycle. will remain open until it is activated If the liftgate encounters an obstacle again or closed manually.
Page 48 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Manual Operation To operate, kick your foot straight up in one swift motion under the center Select OFF to manually operate the of the rear bumper, then pull it back. liftgate. See Manual Liftgate at the Do not sweep your foot side beginning of this section.
Page 49: Power Assist Steps
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Assist Steps obstruction, then open and close the Vehicle Security door on the same side to complete This vehicle has theft-deterrent the motion of the assist steps. If the features; however, they do not make obstruction is not cleared, the assist the vehicle impossible to steal.
Page 50 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 Unlock the vehicle using the Fast Flash: Vehicle is unsecured. The vehicle alarm system will not Keyless Access system. A door, the liftgate or the hood arm if the doors are locked with is open. the key.
Page 51 2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Sounder, Inclination Before arming the theft-deterrent Inclination and Intrusion system and activating the intrusion Sensor and Intrusion Sensor Sensors Disable Switch sensor: In addition to the standard Make sure all doors and theft-deterrent system features, this windows are completely closed.
Page 52: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 Immobilizer The security light in the instrument If the engine does not start with the cluster comes on if there is a other transmitter or when the See Radio Frequency Statement on problem with arming or disarming transmitter is in the pocket/insert, page 13-12.
Page 53: Power Mirrors
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors 4. Press either (1) or (2) again to deselect the mirror. The indicator light goes off. Convex Mirrors Exterior Automatic Dimming Mirror Warning If equipped, the driver outside mirror A convex mirror can make things, automatically adjusts for the glare of like other vehicles, look farther headlamps behind.
Page 54: Folding Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 Folding Mirrors Resetting the Power Folding Heated Mirrors Mirrors For vehicles with heated mirrors: Power Folding Reset the power folding mirrors if: (Rear Window Defogger): The mirrors are accidentally Press to heat the mirrors. obstructed while folding. See Rear Window Defogger under They are accidentally manually Dual Automatic Climate Control...
Page 55: Reverse Tilt Mirrors
2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows Driving with the Blind Spot 2. When checking for traffic or before changing a lane, look at Mirror the main driver/passenger side 1. When the approaching vehicle is mirror to observe traffic in the a long distance away, the image adjacent lane, behind your in the main mirror is small and vehicle.
Page 56: Interior Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-25 Interior Mirrors Child-View Mirror Windows Interior Rearview Mirrors Warning Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Never leave a child, a helpless view of the area behind your adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, vehicle.
Page 57: Power Windows
2-26 Keys, Doors, and Windows The vehicle aerodynamics are Express Down Windows designed to improve fuel economy Windows that have the performance. This may result in a express-down feature allow the pulsing sound when either rear windows to be lowered without window is down and the front holding the switch.
Page 58 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-27 window will need to be window returns to normal operation In this mode, the window can still reprogrammed for the express-up once the obstacle or condition is close on an object in its path. Use feature to work.
Page 59: Sun Visors
2-28 Keys, Doors, and Windows Sun Visors Roof Vent: From the closed position, press the rear of switch (2) to vent the sunroof. Sunroof Open/Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (1) until the sunroof reaches the desired position.
Page 60 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-29 If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof. Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise.
Page 61 2-30 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 62 Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap-Shoulder Belt ... 3-18 Adding Equipment to the Safety Belt Use During Airbag-Equipped Vehicle . . . 3-37 Restraints Pregnancy ....3-23 Airbag System Check .
Page 63: Seats And
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can occupants will suffer a neck/ top of the restraint is at the same...
Page 64: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Second Row Seats To lower the head restraint, press Front Seats the button located on the top of the The vehicle's second row seats seatback and push the head Power Seat Adjustment have head restraints in the outboard restraint down.
Page 65: Lumbar Adjustment
Seats and Restraints Press and hold the control up to To adjust the seat: Lumbar Adjustment increase upper lumbar support Move the seat forward or and decrease lower lumbar rearward by sliding the control support. forward or rearward. Press and hold the control down Raise or lower the front part of to increase lower lumbar support the seat cushion by moving the...
Page 66: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints Tilt the top of the control forward Memory Seats to raise. Warning Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body.
Page 67 Seats and Restraints Storing Memory Positions Manually Recalling Memory button. If the memory position is still Positions not recalling, see your dealer for To save positions to the 1 and 2 service. buttons: If the vehicle is OFF or not in P (Park), press and hold "1,"...
Page 68: Heated And Cooled Front
Seats and Restraints See Vehicle Personalization on Easy Exit Recall and hold the appropriate manual page 5-45. control for the exit feature not If programmed on in the vehicle recalling for two seconds. Try To stop recall movement, press one personalization menu, the easy exit recalling the exit position again.
Page 69 Seats and Restraints Remote Start Auto Heated and Press to heat the driver or Warning (Continued) Cooled Seats passenger seat cushion and seatback. During a remote start, the heated or overheat. An overheated seat cooled seats may turn on heater may cause a burn or may Press to cool the driver or automatically if enabled in vehicle...
Page 70: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Rear Seats The buttons are on the rear of the Reclining Seatbacks center console. To recline the seatback: Heated Rear Seats With the ignition in ON/RUN/START, press to heat the left or right outboard seat cushion and Warning seatback.
Page 71 3-10 Seats and Restraints To return the seatback to the upright Manual Fold and Tumble Caution (Continued) position: Feature belts and return them to their Warning Warning normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. If either seatback is not locked, it Do not leave the second row seat could move forward in a sudden in a tumbled position while the...
Page 72 Seats and Restraints 3-11 2. Lift the lever on the outboard Warning (Continued) side of the seat to release the seatback. the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place.
Page 73 3-12 Seats and Restraints 2. Pull the strap on the bottom rear Automatic Fold and Tumble Warning (Continued) of the second row seat to Feature release the seatback. The Always make sure there is no one seatback will fold forward. Warning sitting in the seat before pressing the automatic seat release button.
Page 74 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Folding and Tumbling the Seat 2. Press the button (1) on the side from the Cargo Area trim of the cargo area to fold the seatback. The left button folds the left seatback, and the right button folds the right seatback.
Page 75: Third Row Seats
3-14 Seats and Restraints To return the seat to the sitting 2. Third Row Power Seat Buttons Caution (Continued) position from the tumbled position: To fold the seatback: 1. Pull the seat down until it latches belts. Always unbuckle the safety 1.
Page 76 Seats and Restraints 3-15 belt retract into the headliner. Returning the Seatback to the To return the seatback to the upright Stow the mini-latch in the holder position: Upright Position in the headliner. 1. Open the liftgate to access the 5.
Page 77: Safety Belts
3-16 Seats and Restraints 3. Reconnect the center safety belt Safety Belts Warning (Continued) mini-latch to the mini-buckle. Do This section of the manual not let it twist. describes how to use safety belts It is extremely dangerous to ride 4.
Page 78: How To Wear Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly...
Page 79: Lap-Shoulder Belt
3-18 Seats and Restraints Wear the shoulder belt over the If you are using a rear seating shoulder and across the chest. position with a detachable safety These parts of the body are best belt, and the safety belt is not able to take belt restraining attached, see Third Row Seats on forces.
Page 80 Seats and Restraints 3-19 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it.
Page 81 3-20 Seats and Restraints 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster height adjuster, move it to the The vehicle has a shoulder belt height that is right for you. See height adjuster for the driver and Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster front outboard passenger positions.
Page 82 Seats and Restraints 3-21 Push down on the release button to The system will not activate if the pretensioners can also help tighten move the height adjuster to the Traction Control/Electronic Stability the safety belts in a side crash or a desired position.
Page 83 3-22 Seats and Restraints There is one guide for each For the third row center seating outboard passenger position in the position, locate the comfort second row seat and for each guide at the top of the seatback passenger position in the third under the outboard head row seat.
Page 84: Safety Belt Use During
Seats and Restraints 3-23 To remove and store the comfort Warning (Continued) guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can and across the chest. These parts be removed from the guide. Slide of the body are best able to take the guide onto its storage clip, or for belt restraining forces.
Page 85: Safety Belt Extender
3-24 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Extender to have it repaired. Torn or frayed Replacing Safety Belt safety belts may not protect you in a System Parts after a If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten crash. They can rip apart under Crash around you, you should use it.
Page 86: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-25 See your dealer to have the safety Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word belt assemblies inspected or AIRBAG on the trim or on an The vehicle has the following replaced. attached label near the deployment airbags: opening.
Page 87 3-26 Seats and Restraints Here are the most important things Warning Warning (Continued) to know about the airbag system: Because airbags inflate with great Occupants should not lean on or Warning force and faster than the blink of sleep against the door or side an eye, anyone who is up windows in seating positions with You can be severely injured or...
Page 88: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-27 Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an The front outboard passenger electrical problem.
Page 89 3-28 Seats and Restraints Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger The front center airbag is in the Side Similar Side Similar inboard side of the driver seatback. The driver and front outboard The roof-rail airbags for the driver, passenger seat-mounted side front outboard passenger, and impact airbags are in the side of the...
Page 90: When Should An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-29 When Should an Airbag It depends on what is hit, the Warning (Continued) direction of the impact, and how Inflate? quickly the vehicle slows down. that person causing severe injury This vehicle is equipped with Frontal airbags may inflate at or even death.
Page 91: What Makes An Airbag
3-30 Seats and Restraints The front center airbag is designed roof-rail airbags are designed to How Does an Airbag to inflate in moderate to severe side inflate during a rollover or in a Restrain? crashes depending upon the severe frontal impact. Roof-rail location of the impact, when either airbags are not designed to inflate in In moderate to severe frontal or...
Page 92: What Will You See After An
Seats and Restraints 3-31 But airbags would not help in many The parts of the airbag that come Warning (Continued) types of collisions, primarily into contact with you may be warm, because the occupant's motion is but not too hot to touch. There may problems following an airbag not toward those airbags.
Page 93: Passenger Sensing
3-32 Seats and Restraints crash. A new system will include Warning (Continued) airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual system, brake and steering for the vehicle covers the need systems, etc. Even if the vehicle to replace other parts. appears to be drivable after a The vehicle has a crash sensing moderate crash, there may be...
Page 94 Seats and Restraints 3-33 certain conditions. No other airbag Warning Warning (Continued) is affected by the passenger sensing system. A child in a rear-facing child Secure rear-facing child restraints The passenger sensing system restraint can be seriously injured in a rear seat, even if the airbag works with sensors that are part of or killed if the passenger frontal is off.
Page 95 3-34 Seats and Restraints When the passenger sensing has outgrown child restraints should If the On Indicator is Lit for a system has turned off the front wear a safety belt Child Restraint outboard passenger frontal airbag, properly whether or not there is The passenger sensing system is the off indicator will light and stay lit an airbag for that person.
Page 96 Seats and Restraints 3-35 Even if the child restraint is The passenger sensing system may If a person of adult size is sitting in equipped with a safety belt or may not turn off the airbag for a the front outboard passenger seat, lock-off, make sure the safety child in a child restraint depending but the off indicator is lit, it could be...
Page 97 3-36 Seats and Restraints passenger sensing system to Additional Factors Affecting The on indicator may be lit if an turn the airbag off for some object, such as a briefcase, System Operation adult-sized occupants. If this handbag, grocery bag, laptop, Safety belts help keep the happens, unbuckle the belt, let or other electronic device, is put on...
Page 98: Adding Equipment To The Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Seats and Restraints 3-37 purchase a service manual, see The operation of the airbag system of the seat fabric, could also Service Publications Ordering can also be affected by changing interfere with the operation of the Information on page 13-10. any parts of the front seats, safety passenger sensing system.
Page 99: Airbag System Check
3-38 Seats and Restraints Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need your dealer for service. regularly scheduled maintenance or If the airbag readiness light stays on replacement.
Page 100: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-39 Can proper safety belt fit be Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that Older Children return to the booster seat.
Page 101 3-40 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, Warning (Continued) children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position. The child could move too far In a crash, children who are not forward increasing the chance of buckled up can strike other people head and neck injury.
Page 102: Infants And Young
Seats and Restraints 3-41 Infants and Young Warning (Continued) Warning Children the way back into the retractor, Never hold an infant or a child Everyone in a vehicle needs but it cannot do this if it is while riding in a vehicle. Due to protection! This includes infants and wrapped around a child s neck.
Page 103 3-42 Seats and Restraints weight, height, and age but also Warning (Continued) whether or not the restraint will be compatible with the motor the front outboard seat, always vehicle in which it will be used. move the front passenger seat as For most basic types of child far back as it will go.
Page 104: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-43 Child Restraint Systems Warning Warning To reduce the risk of neck and A young child's hip bones are still head injury during a crash, infants so small that the vehicle's regular need complete support. In a safety belt may not remain low on crash, if an infant is in a the hip bones, as it should.
Page 105 3-44 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle Warning A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the Forward-Facing Child Seat...
Page 106: Where To Put The Restraint
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Children can be endangered in a Administration (NHTSA) website to Whenever possible, children aged crash if the child restraint is not locate the nearest child safety seat 12 and under should be secured in properly secured in the vehicle. a rear seating position.
Page 107: Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children
3-46 Seats and Restraints When securing a child restraint in a Keep in mind that an unsecured Warning (Continued) rear seating position, study the child restraint can move around in a instructions that came with the child collision or sudden stop and injure front passenger airbag inflates restraint to make sure it is people in the vehicle.
Page 108 Seats and Restraints 3-47 use both the safety belts and the The LATCH anchorage system can Lower Anchors LATCH anchorage system to secure be used until the combined weight a rear-facing or forward-facing of the child plus the child restraint is child seat.
Page 109 3-48 Seats and Restraints Top Tether Anchor The child restraint may have a Lower Anchor and Top Tether single tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Anchor Locations Either will have a single attachment (2) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being...
Page 110 Seats and Restraints 3-49 To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is near the top tether anchors for second row seats. For third row seats, the top tether anchor symbol is on the flipper Second Row Bucket Third Row Seat...
Page 111 3-50 Seats and Restraints Second Row Seat Bucket Second Row Seat 60/40 Third Row Seat For models with bucket second row For models with 60/40 second row For the third row seat, the top tether seating, the top tether anchors are seating, the top tether anchors are anchors are on the back of the at the bottom rear of the seat...
Page 112: System
Seats and Restraints 3-51 the instructions that come with the Warning (Continued) Warning child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. anchors, or use the vehicle safety Children can be seriously injured According to accident statistics, belts to secure the restraint, or strangled if a shoulder belt is children and infants are safer when following the instructions that...
Page 113 3-52 Seats and Restraints This system is designed to make 1.2. Put the child restraint on Caution installation of child restraints easier. the seat. When using lower anchors, do not 1.3. Attach and tighten the lower Do not let the LATCH use the vehicle's safety belts.
Page 114 Seats and Restraints 3-53 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten If the position you are using the top tether according to has an adjustable head your child restraint restraint and you are using instructions and the a single tether, raise the following instructions: head restraint and route the tether under the head...
Page 115 3-54 Seats and Restraints If the position you are using move it side to side and back 3. When the child restraint is has a fixed head restraint and forth. There should be no removed, reinstall the head and you are using a single more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of restraint before the seating tether, route the tether...
Page 116: Replacing Latch System Parts After A Crash
Seats and Restraints 3-55 Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat) When securing a child restraint in a Warning rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child A crash can damage the LATCH restraint to make sure it is system in the vehicle.
Page 117 3-56 Seats and Restraints In Canada, the law requires that Restraint Removal and forward-facing child restraints have Reinstallation under Lower a top tether, and that the tether be Anchors and Tethers for attached. Children (LATCH System) on page 3-46. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 118 Seats and Restraints 3-57 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer s instructions regarding the use of the top tether. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-46.
Page 119: (Front Passenger Seat)
3-58 Seats and Restraints seating position is used. See Head Never put a rear-facing child seat in Warning (Continued) Restraint Removal and the front. This is because the risk to Reinstallation under Lower Anchors the rear-facing child is so great if the will not deploy under some and Tethers for Children (LATCH airbag deploys.
Page 120 Seats and Restraints 3-59 secured using a safety belt and it airbag, the off indicator on the Tilt the latch plate to adjust the uses a top tether, see Lower passenger airbag status belt, if needed. Anchors and Tethers for Children indicator should light and stay lit (LATCH System) on page 3-46 for when you start the vehicle.
Page 121 3-60 Seats and Restraints 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Page 122: Storage
Storage Storage Storage Touch the bottom of the climate control system panel until the door Compartments automatically starts to open. The storage area may contain a USB Storage Compartments port, SD card reader, and auxiliary Warning Storage Compartments ..4-1 jack.
Page 123: Sunglasses Storage
Storage To open, press the button. Close the Sunglasses Storage Armrest Storage glove box manually. For vehicles with a rear seat armrest, pull the loop at the top of Cupholders the armrest down to access the cupholders. Rear Storage If equipped, sunglasses storage is on the overhead console.
Page 124: Additional Storage Features
Storage Center Console Storage Additional Storage 2. Let the cover move forward to the full retracted position. Features To remove the cover: 1. Let the cover go all the way into Cargo Cover the holder. 2. Then, grasping the driver side Warning cover end cap, push the cover end cap toward the passenger...
Page 125: Roof Rack System
Storage 5. Pull lightly on the cover holder to Roof Rack System Caution make sure it is secure. On extended wheelbase models Loading cargo on the roof rack Warning there are two cover positions. The that weighs more than 100 kg slots furthest forward allow the If something is carried on top of (220 lb) or hangs over the rear or...
Page 126 Storage Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-13. A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) is located above the rear window glass. Make sure items loaded on the roof of the vehicle do not block or damage the CHMSL.
Page 127 Storage NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 128: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Engine Coolant Temperature Low Fuel Warning Light ..5-25 Gauge ..... . 5-14 Security Light .
Page 129: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Instruments and Controls Ride Control System Controls Steering Wheel Controls Messages ....5-41 The infotainment system can be Airbag System Messages ..5-42 Steering Wheel operated by using the steering Safety Belt Messages .
Page 130: Horn
Instruments and Controls Horn OFF: Turns the windshield If the ignition is put in OFF while the wipers off. wipers are performing wipes due to To sound the horn, press the center windshield washing or Rainsense, (Mist): For a single wipe, turn pad on the steering wheel.
Page 131 Instruments and Controls Turn the band up for more If the ignition is in ON/RUN and the Windshield Washer sensitivity to moisture. FRONT band is in one of the Turn the band down for less sensitivity settings when AUTO Warning sensitivity to moisture.
Page 132: Rear Window Wiper
Instruments and Controls Rear Window Wiper/ return to your preset speed. For GPS signal. The compass system more washer cycles, press and hold will automatically determine when a Washer the button. GPS signal is restored and provide a heading again. See Compass The rear window wiper/washer will Messages on page 5-35 for the not operate if the liftgate or liftglass...
Page 133: Power Outlets
Instruments and Controls 3. Press 12-24Hr for a 12 or 3. Press Auto Set, then select Power Outlets 24 hour clock. On-Cell Network or Off-Manual Accessory power outlets can be to manually set the time 4. Press Back to go back to the used to plug in electrical equipment, and date.
Page 134 Instruments and Controls operate using RAP or battery overload vehicle or adapter fuses. Warning power. If the power outlet is If a problem is experienced, see used while in the battery power your dealer. Power is always supplied to the mode, this could cause When adding electrical equipment, outlets.
Page 135: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and Controls An indicator light on the outlet turns The power outlet is not designed for element when it is hot. Damage on to show it is in use. The light the following, and may not work from overheating can occur to the comes on when the ignition is in properly if they are plugged in: lighter or heating element, or a...
Page 136: Warning Lights, Gauges, And Indicators
Instruments and Controls Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and function. Often gauges and warning lights work together to indicate a Indicators problem with the vehicle. Warning lights and gauges can When one of the warning lights signal that something is wrong comes on and stays on while...
Page 137: Instrument Cluster
5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Balanced Cluster Shown, Metric Similar I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 138 Instruments and Controls 5-11 Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster There are four instrument cluster display configurations to choose from: Simple, Performance, Balanced, or Enhanced. Performance Configuration Balanced Configuration The Performance configuration has The Balanced configuration has two interactive display zones: one in three interactive display zones: one the center of the speedometer and in the center of each of the gauges.
Page 139 5-12 Instruments and Controls Use the five-way control on the right Cluster Application Displays or scroll through contacts. If there is side of the steering wheel to move an active call, mute the phone or The cluster can display information between the different display zones switch to handset operation.
Page 140: Speedometer
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Display Layout: Press SEL while possible, it is set at zero and a label Caution (Continued) Display Layout is highlighted to is put on the driver door to show the change the configuration of the old mileage reading. would not be covered by the cluster.
Page 141: Engine Coolant Temperature
5-14 Instruments and Controls Here are four things that some Engine Coolant owners ask about. None of these Temperature Gauge show a problem with the fuel gauge: At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated.
Page 142: Safety Belt Reminders
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder if an object is put on the seat such There is a passenger safety belt Light as a briefcase, handbag, grocery reminder light near the passenger...
Page 143: Passenger Airbag Status
5-16 Instruments and Controls The airbag readiness light comes on Passenger Airbag Status as a system check. Then, after for several seconds when the several more seconds, the status Indicator vehicle is started. If the light does indicator will light either ON or OFF, not come on then, have it fixed or the on or off symbol, to let you The vehicle has a passenger...
Page 144: Charging System Light
Instruments and Controls 5-17 a check to show the light is working. are at acceptable levels, helping to Warning It should go out when the engine is maintain a clean environment. The started. malfunction indicator lamp comes If the airbag readiness light ever on when the vehicle is placed in If the light stays on, or comes on comes on and stays on, it means...
Page 145 5-18 Instruments and Controls Avoid hard accelerations. assists the service technician in Caution (Continued) correctly diagnosing any Avoid steep uphill grades. malfunction. (TPC) can affect the vehicle's If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as emission controls and can cause Caution soon as it is possible.
Page 146 Instruments and Controls 5-19 Filling the Tank with a Portable If none of the above have made the The DLC is under the instrument Gas Can under Filling the Tank light turn off, your dealer can check panel to the left of the steering on page 9-67.
Page 147: Electric Parking Brake Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls normal driving. This can take Warning (Continued) several days of routine driving. If this has been done and the the road and carefully stopped, vehicle still does not pass the have the vehicle towed for inspection for lack of OBD II service.
Page 148: Service Electric Parking Brake
Instruments and Controls 5-21 If the light does not come on, Antilock Brake System If the ABS light is the only light on, or remains flashing, see your dealer. the vehicle has regular brakes, but (ABS) Warning Light the antilock brakes are not Service Electric Parking functioning.
Page 149: Lane Departure Warning
5-22 Instruments and Controls Lane Departure Warning Vehicle Ahead Indicator This light comes on briefly while starting the engine. If it does not, (LDW) Light have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light then turns off.
Page 150: Stabilitrak Off Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 ® StabiliTrak OFF Light Traction Control System If the indicator/warning light is on and flashing, the TCS and/or the ® (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light StabiliTrak system is actively working. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control on page 9-38. Engine Coolant This light comes on briefly while Temperature Warning starting the engine.
Page 151: Tire Pressure Light
5-24 Instruments and Controls Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and Caution Then Is On Steady If the light flashes for about a minute The engine coolant temperature and then stays on, there may be a warning light indicates that the problem with the TPMS.
Page 152: Low Fuel Warning Light
Instruments and Controls 5-25 This light is near the fuel gauge and If the light stays on and the engine comes on briefly when the ignition is does not start, there could be a turned on as a check to show it is problem with the theft-deterrent working.
Page 153: Lamps On Reminder
5-26 Instruments and Controls This light comes on when the The cruise control light is white Door Ajar Light IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is when the cruise control is on and enabled. ready, and turns green when the cruise control is set and active. See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6-1.
Page 154: Information Displays Driver Information
Instruments and Controls 5-27 Information Displays 4. Press SEL while an item is : Press to move between highlighted to select or deselect the interactive display zones in the that item. When an item is Driver Information cluster. Press to go back to the selected, a checkmark will previous menu.
Page 155 5-28 Instruments and Controls Economy can be reset along with Average Speed: Shows the Distance to Destination: Shows the trip odometer by pressing and average speed of the vehicle in the distance to the destination when holding SEL while this display is kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles using route guidance.
Page 156: Head-Up Display (Hud)
Instruments and Controls 5-29 switches to the gap setting page. The Oil Life display must be reset Tire Pressure: Shows the This page shows the current gap after each oil change. It will not approximate pressures of all four setting along with the vehicle ahead reset itself.
Page 157 5-30 Instruments and Controls Audio If equipped with HUD, some The language selection is changed information concerning the through the radio and the units of Phone operation of the vehicle is projected measurement is changed through Navigation onto the windshield. The image is the instrument cluster.
Page 158 Instruments and Controls 5-31 The HUD control is to the left of the The HUD image can temporarily steering wheel. light up depending on the angle and position of the sunlight on the HUD To adjust the HUD image: display. This is normal. 1.
Page 159 5-32 Instruments and Controls Incoming phone calls appearing in Navigation View: This displays the the instrument cluster may also speed view along with Turn-by-Turn display in any HUD view. Navigation information. The compass heading is displayed when navigation routing is not active. Navigation Turn-by-Turn Alerts Metric shown in the instrument cluster may...
Page 160: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-33 HUD Troubleshooting Vehicle Messages Check that: Messages displayed on the DIC Nothing is covering the indicate the status of the vehicle or HUD lens. some action that may be needed to correct a condition. Multiple HUD brightness setting is not messages may display one after the English too dim or too bright.
Page 161: Battery Voltage And Charging
5-34 Instruments and Controls Battery Voltage and TRANSPORT MODE ON STEP ON BRAKE TO RELEASE PARK BRAKE Charging Messages This message is displayed when the vehicle is in transport mode. Some This message is displayed if you BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE features can be disabled while in attempt to release the Electric this mode, including Remote...
Page 162: Compass Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-35 SERVICE PARKING BRAKE ADAPTIVE CRUISE NO CRUISE BRAKING GAS TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE PEDAL APPLIED This message is displayed when there is a problem with the parking This message displays when This message displays when brake. Take the vehicle to your attempting to activate Adaptive Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is dealer for service.
Page 163: Door Ajar Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls Door Ajar Messages Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE Messages DOOR OPEN This message displays when the A/C OFF DUE TO HIGH A door open symbol will be engine coolant temperature is too ENGINE TEMP displayed on the DIC showing which hot.
Page 164: Engine Oil Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-37 Engine Oil Messages message remains on, take the speed while this message is on, but vehicle to your dealer for service. maximum acceleration and speed CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON See Engine Oil on page 10-6. may be reduced. Anytime this message stays on, the vehicle This message displays when the OIL PRESSURE LOW...
Page 165: Lamp Messages
5-38 Instruments and Controls NO REMOTE KEY WAS NUMBER OF KEYS XXX TURN INDICATOR DETECTED PLACE KEY IN PROGRAMMED FAILURE TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN This message displays when When one of the turn signals is out, START YOUR VEHICLE programming new keys to the this message displays to show vehicle.
Page 166 Instruments and Controls 5-39 AUTOMATIC COLLISION AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP FORWARD COLLISION PREP OFF UNAVAILABLE ALERT OFF This message displays when the This message displays when the This message displays when the Active Emergency Braking System Active Emergency Braking System Forward Collision Alert has been has been turned off.
Page 167 5-40 Instruments and Controls This message could be due to the entire front and/or rear of the Warning (LDW) system may not camera being blocked. Cleaning the vehicle. For cleaning work. Do not use these systems outside of the windshield behind the instructions, see Exterior Care until the vehicle has been repaired.
Page 168: Ride Control System
Instruments and Controls 5-41 SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT OFF need service. For cleaning, see SERVICE TRACTION "Washing the Vehicle" under CONTROL This message indicates that the Exterior Care on page 10-81. driver has turned the Side Blind This message displays when there Zone Alert (SBZA) system off.
Page 169: Messages
5-42 Instruments and Controls TRACTION CONTROL ON SERVICE AUTOMATIC Steering System SEATBELT TIGHTENING Messages This message displays when the SYSTEM Traction Control System (TCS) has STEERING ASSIST IS been turned on. See Traction If this message displays, take the REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE Control/Electronic Stability Control vehicle to your dealer to repair the on page 9-38.
Page 170: Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-43 Starting the Vehicle TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. The Messages This message displays when the DIC also shows the tire pressure system is learning new tires. See values.
Page 171: Vehicle Reminder
5-44 Instruments and Controls GRADE BRAKING OFF SERVICE 4WD When towing, use Tow/Haul mode to prevent damage to the engine or This message displays when grade If the vehicle has four-wheel drive, transmission. See Tow/Haul Mode braking has been disabled with the this message may display if a on page 9-31.
Page 172: Washer Fluid Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-45 Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle Personalization Menus The following list of menu items may Personalization WASHER FLUID LOW ADD be available: FLUID Use the audio system controls to Time and Date This message may display when the access the personalization menus Language (Language) washer fluid level is low.
Page 173 5-46 Instruments and Controls Manage Settings Language (Language) Teen Driver Speed Warning Change PIN This allows a warning to be set Select Language, then select from when a certain speed is exceeded. the available language(s). Key Registration Select Off or On. The selected language will display View Report Card on the system, and voice...
Page 174 Instruments and Controls 5-47 Maximum Startup Volume Collision/Detection Systems Auto Volume Audio Cue Volume Comfort and Convenience This feature adjusts the volume based on vehicle speed and Lighting Manage Favorites ambient noise. Power Door Locks This allows favorites to be edited. Select Off, Low, Medium-Low, See Manage Favorites in Remote Lock, Unlock, Start...
Page 175 5-48 Instruments and Controls Select Off or On. Lane Departure Warning, and Park Select Off, Alert and Brake, or Alert. Assist alerts. See Driver Assistance See Automatic Collision Auto Rear Defog Systems on page 9-52. Preparation (ACP) System in Active If equipped, this feature will Emergency Braking System on Select Beeps or Safety Alert Seat.
Page 176 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Select Off or On. Easy Exit Options Select Off or On. This allows the feature to be turned Rear Cross Traffic Alert Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear on or off. This allows the feature to be turned When on, the rear wiper will Select On or Off.
Page 177 5-50 Instruments and Controls Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. Select Off or Flash Lights. Seconds, or 120 Seconds. Delayed Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback Power Door Locks When on, this feature will delay the This allows selection of what type of locking of the doors.
Page 178 Instruments and Controls 5-51 Select Off or On. Bluetooth Voice Mail Numbers This feature displays the voice mail Select and the following may Passive Door Unlock number for all connected phones. display: This allows the selection of what To change the voice mail number, Pair New Device doors will unlock when using the select EDIT or press the EDIT...
Page 179 5-52 Instruments and Controls Select Confirm More or Calibrate Touchscreen Rear Park Assist Symbols Confirm Less. Select to calibrate the touchscreen, Select to turn Off or On. See then follow the prompts. Assistance Systems for Parking or Audio Feedback Speed Backing on page 9-52.
Page 180: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-53 Universal Remote Do not use the Universal Remote Make sure the hand-held transmitter system with any garage door opener has a new battery for quick and System that does not have the stop and accurate transmission of the reverse feature.
Page 181 5-54 Instruments and Controls 2. At the same time, press and programming is complete. hold both the hand-held There is no need to transmitter button and one of the complete Steps 4 6. three Universal Remote system If the indicator light does buttons to be used to operate not come on or the garage the garage door.
Page 182: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-55 does not flash, press and hold enough for the Universal Remote Universal Remote System the same button a second time system to pick up the signal during Operation for two seconds, then release it. programming. Again, if the door does not move Using the Universal Remote If the programming did not work, or the garage door lamp does...
Page 183 5-56 Instruments and Controls Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons: 1. Press and hold any one of the buttons. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with Step 1 under Programming the Universal Remote System.
Page 184: Exterior Lamp Controls
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-7 Exterior Lamp Controls Dome Lamps ....6-7 Exterior Lighting Reading Lamps .
Page 185 Lighting ® For vehicles first sold in Canada, IntelliBeam System high-beam on light appears on the the off position only works when the instrument cluster when the high If equipped, this system turns the vehicle is shifted into the P (Park) beams are on.
Page 186: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting The vehicle's speed drops below The vehicle is being driven on The high beams may not turn off 24 km/h (15 mph). winding or hilly roads. automatically if the system cannot detect other vehicle's lamps The turn signal lever is moved The automatic high-beam because of any of the following: forward to the high-beam...
Page 187: Headlamp High/Low-Beam
Lighting The exterior lamp control is Headlamp High/ to pass. It works even if the in AUTO. headlamps are in the automatic Low-Beam Changer position. The transmission is not in (Headlamp High/Low-Beam P (Park). To use it, pull the turn signal lever Changer): Push the turn signal toward you, then release it.
Page 188 Lighting brightness, along with the taillamps, The system may also turn on the is in the full bright position. See sidemarker, parking lamps, and the headlamps when driving through a Instrument Panel Illumination instrument panel lights. The radio parking garage, heavy overcast Control on page 6-7.
Page 189: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change one second will cause the turn signals to flash until the lever is Signals released. The lever returns to its starting position whenever it is released. If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do not come on, a signal bulb could be burned out.
Page 190: Cornering Lamps
Lighting Cornering Lamps Interior Lighting Dome Lamps For vehicles equipped with Instrument Panel cornering lamps, they automatically come on when all of the following Illumination Control occur: The low-beam headlamps are on. The turn signals are activated or the steering wheel is at a calibrated angle.
Page 191: Reading Lamps
Lighting Reading Lamps Lighting Features Entry Lighting The vehicle has an illuminated entry feature. When a door is opened, the dome lamps and puddle lamps come on if the dome lamp control is in the Press next to each reading DOOR position.
Page 192: Exit Lighting
Lighting Exit Lighting When the battery's state of charge EPM works to prevent excessive is low, the voltage is raised slightly discharge of the battery. It does this The headlamps, taillamps, parking to quickly bring the charge back up. by balancing the generator's output lamps, back-up lamps, license plate When the state of charge is high, and the vehicle's electrical needs.
Page 193 6-10 Lighting NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 194: Introduction
Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for Introduction information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment ....7-1 and voice or speech recognition.
Page 195 Infotainment System NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 196: Air Vents
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control 4. Driver and Passenger Heated and Cooled Seats (If Equipped) Systems 5. AUTO (Automatic Operation) Climate Control Systems 6. Defrost Dual Automatic Climate Dual Automatic Climate Control Control System 7. Rear Window Defogger System ..... . 8-1 Rear Climate Control 8.
Page 197 Climate Controls 4. SYNC (Synchronized Climate Control Status Screen When the indicator light is on or Temperature) AUTO is displayed on the touch screen, the system is in full 5. A/C Mode (Air Conditioning) automatic operation. If the air 6. Climate Control Selection delivery mode or fan setting is (Application Tray Button) manually adjusted, the auto...
Page 198 Climate Controls English units can be changed to to change the linked temperature. Air Delivery Mode Control: When metric units through the instrument When the passenger settings are the climate information is displayed, cluster. See Cluster Settings Menu adjusted, the SYNC button is press the desired air delivery mode under Instrument Cluster on displayed when the temperatures...
Page 199 Climate Controls recirculation, the air quality control control system may adjust to (Defrost): Clears the system may operate. To adjust the outside air supply and turn on the windshield of fog or frost more sensitivity of the air quality sensor, air conditioner.
Page 200 Climate Controls The heated outside rearview mirrors Sensor Press to cool the driver or turn on when the rear window passenger seat. See Heated and defogger button is on and help to Cooled Front Seats on page 3-7. clear fog or frost from the surface of Remote Start Climate Control the mirrors.
Page 201: Rear Climate Control System
Climate Controls Rear Climate Control 6. Rear AUTO (Automatic (On/Off) Operation) System 6. Temperature Control 7. Front (Front Climate Control If equipped with a rear climate Touch Screen) control system, the settings can be 8. Rear Control Lockout adjusted with the rear climate control buttons and the touch 9.
Page 202 Climate Controls The SYNC button will be lit. Press Air Vents airflow. Pressing when the the TEMP, MODE, or AUTO button system is off will turn the system on. Adjustable air vents are in the twice to unlink the set driver and The air delivery mode remains in its center and on the side of the rear temperatures.
Page 203: Passenger Compartment Air Filter
Climate Controls Operation Tips Maintenance 1. Before opening the glove box, remove the two lower screws. Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at Passenger Compartment the base of the windshield that Air Filter could block the flow of air into the vehicle.
Page 204 Climate Controls 4. Release the two tabs holding the service door. Open the service door and remove the old filter. 5. Install the new air filter. 6. Close the service door and secure the tabs. 7. Reverse the steps to reinstall the glove box.
Page 205 8-10 Climate Controls NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 206: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems Power (RAP) ....9-23 Traction Control/Electronic Operating Shifting Into Park ... . 9-24 Stability Control .
Page 207: Driving Information
Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-66 distractions.
Page 208: Defensive Driving
Driving and Operating Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle Warning between you and the driver in front of you. Braking, steering, and accelerating Taking your eyes off the road too are important factors in helping to Focus on the task of driving. long or too often could cause a control a vehicle while driving.
Page 209: Steering
Driving and Operating If the engine ever stops while the If the steering assist is used for an Steering in Emergencies vehicle is being driven, brake extended period of time, power There are some situations when normally but do not pump the assist may be reduced.
Page 210: Loss Of Control
Driving and Operating Steering or Cornering Skid The vehicle's right wheels can drop material on the road. Learn to too much speed or steering in a off the edge of a road onto the recognize warning clues such curve causes tires to slip and shoulder while driving.
Page 211 Driving and Operating One of the best ways for successful To gain more ground clearance if Warning (Continued) off-road driving is to control the needed, it may be necessary to speed. remove the front fascia lower Keep cargo in the cargo area air dam.
Page 212 Driving and Operating Do not damage shrubs, flowers, Never go downhill forward or cannot be seen, get out of the trees, or grasses or disturb backward with the transmission vehicle and walk the hill before wildlife. in N (Neutral). The brakes could driving further.
Page 213 Driving and Operating If driving downhill when the If the vehicle stalls on a hill: downhill. If the vehicle slips vehicle stalls, shift to a sideways, it can hit something 1. Apply the brakes to stop the lower gear, release the that will trip it a rock, a rut, vehicle, and then apply the...
Page 214 Driving and Operating Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Warning (Continued) Caution or Ice vehicle could fall through the ice; Do not drive through standing Use a low gear when driving in mud the deeper the mud, the lower you and your passengers could water if it is deep enough to cover the gear.
Page 215: Driving On Wet Roads
9-10 Driving and Operating suspension, wheels, tires, and There is no hard and fast rule about Warning (Continued) exhaust system for damage and hydroplaning. The best advice is to check the fuel lines and cooling slow down when the road is wet. After driving through a large system for any leakage.
Page 216: Winter Driving
Driving and Operating 9-11 Check all fluid levels and brakes, Wet ice can occur at about 0°C Warning (Continued) tires, cooling system, and (32°F) when freezing rain begins to transmission. fall, resulting in even less traction. loss of steering. Always have the Avoid driving on wet ice or in Shift to a lower gear when going engine running and the vehicle...
Page 217 9-12 Driving and Operating curve or an overpass can remain icy Warning Warning (Continued) when the surrounding roads are clear. Avoid sudden steering Snow can trap engine exhaust Fully open the air outlets on maneuvers and braking while or under the instrument under the vehicle.
Page 218: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
Driving and Operating 9-13 If it takes some time for help to gears. Slowly spinning the wheels in Warning arrive, now and then when you run the forward and reverse directions the engine, push the accelerator causes a rocking motion that could If the vehicle's tires spin at high pedal slightly so the engine runs free the vehicle.
Page 219 9-14 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information positions (1), and the maximum Warning Label vehicle capacity weight (2) in kilograms and pounds. Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross The Tire and Loading Vehicle Weight Rating Information label also shows the (GVWR), or either the size of the original equipment...
Page 220 Driving and Operating 9-15 Steps for Determining Correct and luggage load capacity is Load Limit 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) Locate the statement "The combined weight of Determine the combined occupants and cargo should weight of luggage and cargo never exceed XXX kg or being loaded on the vehicle.
Page 221 9-16 Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Certification/Tire Label Example 2 Example 3 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for 1. Maximum Vehicle Capacity Example 2 = 453 kg Weight for Example 3 = (1,000 lbs) 453 kg (1,000 lbs) 2.
Page 222 Driving and Operating 9-17 GVWR includes the weight of weight ratings. Ask your dealer Warning the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, to help you load your vehicle the and cargo. right way. Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross The Certification/Tire label also If you put things inside your Vehicle Weight Rating...
Page 223 9-18 Driving and Operating Add-On Equipment Automatic Level Control Warning (Continued) When you carry removable See Automatic Level Control on Never stack heavier items, you may need to put a page 9-40. things, like suitcases, limit on how many people you If a weight-distributing hitch is inside the vehicle so that can carry inside your vehicle.
Page 224: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-19 Starting and No adjustment to the pedals can be Caution (Continued) made when the vehicle is in Operating D (Drive), R (Reverse), or while broken in. Hard stops with using cruise control. new linings can mean New Vehicle Break-In premature wear and earlier replacement.
Page 225: Ignition Positions
9-20 Driving and Operating The vehicle may have a memory Pressing the button cycles it through If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the function, which lets pedal settings three modes: ACC/ACCESSORY, ignition will return to ACC/ be saved and recalled. See Memory ON/RUN/START, and Stopping the ACCESSORY and display the Seats on page 3-5.
Page 226 Driving and Operating 9-21 If the vehicle must be shut off in an The ignition will switch from ACC/ Warning emergency: ACCESSORY to OFF after five minutes to prevent battery 1. Brake using a firm and steady Turning off the vehicle while rundown.
Page 227: Starting The Engine
9-22 Driving and Operating The instruments and audio systems is low, the Driver Information Caution will operate as they do in ON/RUN, Center (DIC) will display a but the vehicle will not be able to be message. See Key and Lock If you add electrical parts or driven.
Page 228: Engine Heater
Driving and Operating 9-23 try, to allow the cranking motor To Use the Engine Coolant 4. Before starting the engine, be to cool down. When the engine sure to unplug and store the Heater starts, let go of the button, and cord as it was before to keep it 1.
Page 229: Shifting Into Park
9-24 Driving and Operating These features work when the Leaving the Vehicle with the Warning (Continued) ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ Engine Running ACCESSORY. Once the ignition is with a N (Neutral) position, and turned from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF, Warning the transfer case is in N (Neutral), the windows and sunroof continue...
Page 230: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-25 you. If you can, it means that the Shifting out of Park If you still are unable to shift out of shift lever was not fully locked into P (Park): This vehicle is equipped with an P (Park).
Page 231: Active Fuel Management
9-26 Driving and Operating ® Active Fuel Management Engine Exhaust Warning (Continued) This system allows the engine to There are holes or openings Warning operate on either all or half of its in the vehicle body from cylinders, depending on the driving damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon conditions.
Page 232: Automatic Transmission
Driving and Operating 9-27 Running the Vehicle Automatic increase in the effort to shift out of P (Park). See Torque Lock under While Parked Transmission Shifting Into Park on page 9-24. It is better not to park with the If equipped, there is an electronic engine running.
Page 233 9-28 Driving and Operating D (Drive): This position is for Caution Warning normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy. If you need more Shifting to R (Reverse) while the Shifting into a drive gear while the power for passing, and you are: vehicle is moving forward could engine is running at high speed is Going less than about 55 km/h...
Page 234 Driving and Operating 9-29 The vehicle has a shift stabilization vehicle is being used, such as with Caution (Continued) feature that adjusts the transmission a heavy load or when the shifting to the current driving temperature changes. During this may damage the transmission. conditions in order to reduce rapid adaptive shift control process, The repair will not be covered by...
Page 235: Manual Mode
9-30 Driving and Operating When the button is released, the To use this feature: For example, when 5 (Fifth) is requested mode change is made. selected, 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) 1. Move the shift lever to A DIC message displays. See gears are automatically shifted by M (Manual Mode).
Page 236: Tow/Haul Mode
Driving and Operating 9-31 Tow/Haul Mode Gear before shifting from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) Range after shifting from D (Drive) to M (Manual Mode) Grade Braking is not available when Low Traction Mode Range Selection Mode is active. Low Traction Mode assists in See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9-31.
Page 237: Drive Systems
9-32 Driving and Operating The selector button is on the end of To disable or enable Tow/Haul Drive Systems the shift lever. Turn the Tow/Haul Grade Braking within the current Mode on and off by pressing the ignition cycle, press and hold the Four-Wheel Drive button.
Page 238 Driving and Operating 9-33 Single Speed Automatic stay on. If the lights display The settings are: momentarily when the ignition is in Transfer Case 2 (Two-Wheel Drive High): Use ON/RUN, but none stay on, the for driving on most streets and knob may have been turned while highways.
Page 239: Antilock Brake
9-34 Driving and Operating Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it 4 (Four-Wheel Drive High): Use becomes necessary to slam on the this position when extra traction is brakes and continue braking to needed, such as when driving on Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a snowy or icy roads, when...
Page 240: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-35 suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake Caution leave enough room up ahead to stop, even with ABS. Driving with the parking brake on Using ABS can overheat the brake system and cause premature wear or Do not pump the brakes.
Page 241: Electric Parking Brake
9-36 Driving and Operating Electric Parking Brake and Service Electric Parking Brake EPB and try to apply it again. If the Light on page 5-21. There are also light does not come on, or keeps parking brake-related Driver flashing, have the vehicle serviced. Information Center (DIC) messages.
Page 242: Brake Assist
Driving and Operating 9-37 If the EPB fails to apply, the rear Brake Assist Caution wheels should be blocked to The Brake Assist feature is prevent vehicle movement. Driving with the parking brake on designed to assist the driver in EPB Release can overheat the brake system stopping or decreasing vehicle...
Page 243: Hill Start Assist (Hsa)
9-38 Driving and Operating Hill Start Assist (HSA) Ride Control Systems StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure to any one of the This vehicle has an HSA feature, vehicle wheel brakes to assist the Traction Control/ which may be useful when the driver in keeping the vehicle on the vehicle is stopped on a grade.
Page 244 Driving and Operating 9-39 See If the Vehicle Is Stuck on maintaining control. The vehicle is Caution page 9-13 and Turning the safe to drive, but driving should be Systems Off and On later in this adjusted accordingly. Do not repeatedly brake or section.
Page 245: Magnetic Ride Control
9-40 Driving and Operating Magnetic Ride Control The Driver Information Center (DIC) StabiliTrak OFF light come on briefly displays the appropriate and stay on in the instrument The Magnetic Ride Control monitors message on vehicle startup or when cluster, then release. The the suspension system.
Page 246: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-41 An air compressor connected to the Cruise Control control, the cruise control rear shocks will raise or lower the automatically disengages. See rear of the vehicle to maintain Traction Control/Electronic Stability Warning proper vehicle height. The system is Control on page 9-38.
Page 247 9-42 Driving and Operating To set cruise control: Once the vehicle speed reaches (On/Off): Press to turn the about 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, system on and off. A white indicator 1. Press press +RES up briefly. The vehicle appears in the instrument cluster returns to the previous set speed.
Page 248 Driving and Operating 9-43 Reducing Speed While Cruise While pressing the accelerator pedal To disable and enable Cruise Grade Control is at a Set Speed or shortly following the release to Braking for the current ignition key override cruise, briefly applying the cycle, press and hold the Tow/Haul If the cruise control system is SET control will result in cruise set...
Page 249: Adaptive Cruise Control
9-44 Driving and Operating Erasing Speed Memory controlling your vehicle speed when Warning (Continued) the traction control system (TCS) or The cruise control set speed is electronic stability control system you should be ready to take erased from memory if activates, the ACC may action and apply the brakes.
Page 250 Driving and Operating 9-45 Setting Adaptive Cruise Control (On/Off): Press to turn the Warning (Continued) system on or off. The indicator turns If the cruise button is on when not in white on the instrument cluster use, it could get pressed and go into Visibility is low, such as in when ACC is turned on.
Page 251 9-46 Driving and Operating To increase vehicle speed in After ACC is set, it may immediately To begin using ACC again, press small increments, press +RES apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead +RES up briefly on the steering up. For each press, the vehicle is detected closer than the selected wheel.
Page 252 Driving and Operating 9-47 Press and hold SET down until When pressed, the current gap Alerting the Driver the desired lower speed is setting displays briefly on the DIC reached, then release it. and HUD. The gap setting will be maintained until it is changed.
Page 253 9-48 Driving and Operating Approaching and Following a lights will come on. The automatic ACC Automatically Disengages Vehicle braking may feel or sound different ACC may automatically disengage than if the brakes were applied and the driver will need to manually manually.
Page 254 Driving and Operating 9-49 traffic ahead before proceeding. In ACC Override Warning addition, the left and right sides of If using the accelerator pedal while the Safety Alert Seat will pulse three ACC is active, a DIC warning If ACC has stopped the vehicle, times, or three beeps will sound.
Page 255 9-50 Driving and Operating ACC may operate differently in a Warning (Continued) sharp curve. It may reduce the vehicle speed if the curve is too accelerates up to the set speed, sharp. especially when following a vehicle exiting or entering exit ramps.
Page 256 Driving and Operating 9-51 Other Vehicle Lane Changes Do not use ACC when driving on Cleaning the Sensing System steep hills or when towing a trailer. The camera sensor on the ACC will not detect a vehicle in the windshield ahead of the rearview lane while driving on steep hills.
Page 257: Driver Assistance Systems
9-52 Driving and Operating Driver Assistance Audible or Safety Alert Seat Warning (Continued) Some driver assistance features Systems alert the driver of obstacles by Detect children, pedestrians, beeping. To change the volume of This vehicle may have features that bicyclists, or animals. the warning chime, see Comfort work together to help avoid crashes Detect vehicles or objects...
Page 258 Driving and Operating 9-53 When the vehicle is shifted into Warning (Continued) R (Reverse), the RVC displays an image of the area behind the vehicle or where there could be cross in the center stack display. The traffic. Failure to use proper care previous screen displays after a before backing may result in short delay when the vehicle...
Page 259 9-54 Driving and Operating the RVC screen to warn of traffic The instrument cluster may have a Warning coming from the left or right. This parking assist display with bars that system detects objects coming from show distance to object and object The parking assist system does up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left or location information for the Front...
Page 260 Driving and Operating 9-55 The Backing Warning System will Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) beep once from the rear when an object is first detected, or pulse injury, death, or vehicle damage, driver braking, but only acts when twice on both sides of the Safety even with the Backing Warning the vehicle may not stop in time.
Page 261: Assistance Systems For Driving
9-56 Driving and Operating Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Automatic To turn the symbols, guidance lines, Warning Braking, and Backing Warning or Rear Cross Traffic Alert on or off: System at the same time. The 1. On the infotainment system, There may be instances where indicator light next to the button press the SETTINGS screen unexpected or undesired...
Page 262: Forward Collision Alert (Fca)
Driving and Operating 9-57 Forward Collision Alert Detecting the Vehicle Ahead Warning (FCA) System FCA is a warning system and If equipped, the FCA system may does not apply the brakes. When help to avoid or reduce the harm approaching a slower-moving or caused by front-end crashes.
Page 263 9-58 Driving and Operating Alert Seat will pulse five times. Selecting the Alert Timing Warning (Continued) When this Collision Alert occurs, the brake system may prepare for driver or ice, or if the windshield is braking to occur more rapidly which damaged.
Page 264 Driving and Operating 9-59 The Collision Alert control is on the Unnecessary Alerts Active Emergency steering wheel. Press Braking System FCA may provide unnecessary set the FCA timing to Far, Medium, alerts for turning vehicles, vehicles If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise Near, or on some vehicles, Off.
Page 265: System
9-60 Driving and Operating Warning Warning Warning (Continued) IBA may increase vehicle braking ACP is an emergency crash Complete attention is always in situations when it may not be preparation feature and is not required while driving, and you necessary. You could block the designed to avoid crashes.
Page 266: Side Blind Zone
Driving and Operating 9-61 happens, Automatic Braking may Collision/Detection Systems under warning not to change lanes. Since engage the Electric Parking Brake Vehicle Personalization on this system is part of the Lane (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a stop. page 5-45.
Page 267 9-62 Driving and Operating LCA Detection Zones Warning (Continued) The LCA sensor covers a zone of approximately one lane over from Failure to use proper care when both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m changing lanes may result in (11 ft).
Page 268: Lane Departure
Driving and Operating 9-63 LCA can be disabled through or object extending out to either side If the LCA displays do not light up vehicle personalization. See of the vehicle. Attached objects may when vehicles are in the side blind Collision/Detection Systems under also interfere with the detection of zone or rapidly approaching this...
Page 269 9-64 Driving and Operating sensor to detect the lane markings. How the System Works Warning (Continued) It only operates at speeds of 56 The LDW camera sensor is on the km/h (35 mph) or greater. windshield ahead of the rearview Detect lane markings under When the vehicle crosses a mirror.
Page 270 Driving and Operating 9-65 The windshield may be If LDW is on, the LDW indicator will Warning (Continued) damaged. appear green if the system detects a left or right lane marking while the The weather may be limiting also not detect a lane on winding vehicle is traveling at 56 km/h (35 visibility.
Page 271: Fuel
9-66 Driving and Operating Fuel higher. Regular unleaded gasoline available in some cities. If these rated at 87 octane or higher can be gasolines comply with the Use of the recommended fuel is an used, but acceleration and fuel previously described specification, important part of the proper economy will be reduced, and an then they are acceptable to use.
Page 272: California Fuel Requirements
Driving and Operating 9-67 malfunction indicator lamp may turn Fuels in Foreign gasoline additive recommended by on. If this occurs, see your dealer General Motors. It is available at Countries for service. your dealer. If planning to drive in countries California Fuel Filling the Tank outside the U.S.
Page 273 9-68 Driving and Operating The vehicle has a capless refueling Warning (Continued) system and does not have a fuel cap. The filling nozzle must be fully Keep children away from the inserted and latched prior to starting fuel pump and never let fuel flow.
Page 274: Filling A Portable Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-69 Filling the Tank With a Portable Filling a Portable Fuel Warning (Continued) Gas Can Container If the vehicle runs out of fuel and Place the nozzle inside the fill must be filled from a portable Warning gas can: opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and...
Page 275: Trailer Towing
9-70 Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer during the Trailer Towing Warning first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent damage to the engine, axle, General Towing When towing a trailer, exhaust or other parts. gases may collect at the rear of Information Then during the first 800 km the vehicle and enter if the...
Page 276 Driving and Operating 9-71 Towing a trailer requires a certain Passing Caution (Continued) amount of experience. The More passing distance is needed combination you are driving is when towing a trailer. The The vehicle could be damaged. longer and not as responsive as the combination will not accelerate as Avoid making very sharp turns vehicle itself.
Page 277 9-72 Driving and Operating Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift Parking on Hills 3. When the wheel chocks are in the transmission to a lower gear if place, release the regular brakes the transmission shifts too often until the chocks absorb the load. Warning under heavy loads and/or hilly 4.
Page 278 Driving and Operating 9-73 Maintenance when Trailer Warning Caution Towing The driver can lose control when Pulling a trailer improperly can The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See pulling a trailer if the correct damage the vehicle and result in Maintenance Schedule on equipment is not used or the costly repairs not covered by the...
Page 279 9-74 Driving and Operating The following information has many the vehicle is used to pull a trailer passengers, and cargo in the tow time-tested, important trailering tips are all important. It can depend on vehicle must be subtracted from and safety rules. Many of these are any special equipment on the the TWR.
Page 280 Driving and Operating 9-75 Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* Escalade 2WD Short Wheel Base 3.23/3.42 3 720 kg (8,200 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) Escalade 4WD Short Wheel Base 3.23/3.42 3 629 kg (8,000 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) Escalade 2WD Long Wheel Base 3.23/3.42 3 629 kg (8,000 lb)
Page 281 9-76 Driving and Operating Maximum Tongue Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lb) 1500 Weight Distributing 453 kg (1,000 lb) Do not exceed the maximum After loading the trailer, weigh the allowable tongue weight for the trailer and then the tongue, vehicle.
Page 282: Towing Equipment
Driving and Operating 9-77 Total Weight on the Vehicle's vehicle and trailer combination, fully Weight-Distributing Hitch loaded for the trip, getting individual Tires Adjustment weights for each of these items. Be sure the vehicle's tires are inflated to the inflation pressures Towing Equipment found on the Certification label on the center pillar or see Vehicle Load...
Page 283 9-78 Driving and Operating the trailer to help prevent the tongue Since the vehicle is equipped with This will boost the vehicle system from contacting the road if it StabiliTrak, the trailer brakes cannot voltage and properly charge the becomes separated from the hitch. tap into the vehicle's hydraulic battery.
Page 284: Trailer Sway
Driving and Operating 9-79 Tow/Haul Mode Tow/Haul is a feature that assists Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul when pulling a heavy trailer or a when lightly loaded or with no trailer large or heavy load. See Tow/Haul at all will not cause damage. Mode on page 9-31.
Page 285: Conversions And Add-Ons
9-80 Driving and Operating If TSC is enabled, the Traction Conversions and Warning (Continued) Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Add-Ons warning light will flash on the unrestrained cargo, improper instrument cluster. Vehicle speed trailer hitch configuration, Add-On Electrical must be reduced. If trailer sway continues, StabiliTrak can reduce excessive vehicle-trailer speed, Equipment...
Page 286: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Brake Fluid ....10-21 Engine Compartment Fuse Battery ..... 10-23 Block .
Page 287: General Information
10-2 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New General Information cause cancer and birth defects or Tires ..... . 10-56 other reproductive harm.
Page 288: Warning
Vehicle Care 10-3 handling, emissions systems, Vehicle Checks This vehicle has an airbag system. aerodynamics, durability, and Before attempting to do your own electronic systems like antilock service work, see Servicing the Doing Your Own brakes, traction control, and stability Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on Service Work control.
Page 289: Hood
10-4 Vehicle Care Hood Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then To open the hood: bring the hood from full open to within 15 cm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, and push the front center of the hood with a swift, firm motion to fully close the hood.
Page 290 Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 291: Engine Oil
10-6 Vehicle Care Change the engine oil at the 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump 10. Windshield Washer Fluid appropriate time. See Engine Oil Starting on page 10-73. Reservoir. See Adding Washer Life System on page 10-8. Fluid under Washer Fluid on 2.
Page 292 Vehicle Care 10-7 and then recheck the level. See See Engine Compartment Overview Warning Selecting the Right Engine Oil in on page 10-5 for the location of the this section for an explanation of engine oil fill cap. The engine oil dipstick handle what kind of oil to use.
Page 293: Engine Oil Life System
10-8 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Additives/Engine Used oil can be a threat to the environment. If you change your Oil Flushes own oil, be sure to drain all the oil Do not add anything to the oil. The from the filter before disposal. Never recommended oils with the dexos dispose of oil by putting it in the specification and displaying the...
Page 294 Vehicle Care 10-9 necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE How to Reset the Engine Oil changed. It cannot be reset OIL SOON message comes on. See accurately until the next oil Life System Engine Oil Messages on page 5-37. change. Reset the system whenever the Change the oil as soon as possible The oil life system can also be reset engine oil is changed so that the...
Page 295: Automatic Transmission
10-10 Vehicle Care Automatic Transmission Caution (Continued) Caution (Continued) Fluid automatic transmission fluid listed transmission to overheat. Be sure When to Check and Change in Recommended Fluids and to get an accurate reading if Automatic Transmission Fluid Lubricants on page 11-11. checking the transmission fluid.
Page 296 Vehicle Care 10-11 5. Keep the engine running and Use this cold check procedure to 4. Check both sides of the dipstick check the transmission fluid check fluid level when the and read the lower level. Repeat temperature on the Driver transmission temperature is the check procedure to verify the Information Center (DIC).
Page 297 10-12 Vehicle Care 7. If the fluid level is in the 1. Locate the transmission dipstick 5. Safe operating level is within the acceptable range, push the at the rear of the engine HOT cross hatch band on the dipstick back in all the way, then compartment, on the passenger dipstick.
Page 298: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Vehicle Care 10-13 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter remains covered with dirt, a new 2. Disconnect the outlet duct by filter is required. Never use loosening the air duct clamp (3). See Engine Compartment Overview compressed air to clean the filter. 3. Disconnect the electrical on page 10-5 for the location of the connector (2) and the connector Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/...
Page 299: Cooling System
10-14 Vehicle Care Warning Warning Operating the engine with the air Heater and radiator hoses, and cleaner/filter off can cause you or other engine parts, can be very others to be burned. The air hot. Do not touch them. If you do, cleaner not only cleans the air;...
Page 300: Engine Coolant
Vehicle Care 10-15 What to Use Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, Caution (Continued) drinkable water and DEX-COOL coolant. If using this mixture, Warning vehicle warranty. Always use nothing else needs to be added. DEX-COOL (silicate-free) coolant This mixture: Adding only plain water or some in the vehicle.
Page 301 10-16 Vehicle Care Checking Coolant Caution (Continued) The coolant surge tank is in the engine compartment on the mixture can freeze and crack passenger side of the vehicle. See engine cooling parts. The repairs Engine Compartment Overview on would not be covered by the page 10-5.
Page 302 Vehicle Care 10-17 If no coolant is visible in the surge 4. With the coolant surge tank Warning (Continued) tank, add coolant: pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until the and it will burn if the engine parts engine coolant temperature are hot enough.
Page 303: Engine Overheating
10-18 Vehicle Care In addition, there are ENGINE If Steam is Coming from the Caution OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE, Engine Compartment ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE If the pressure cap is not tightly ENGINE, and ENGINE POWER IS Warning installed, coolant loss and REDUCED messages in the Driver possible engine damage may Information Center (DIC).
Page 304: Engine Fan
Vehicle Care 10-19 If No Steam is Coming from 2. Turn the heater on to the highest as normal idle speed for at least temperature and to the highest five minutes while the vehicle is the Engine Compartment fan speed. Open the windows as parked.
Page 305: Washer Fluid
10-20 Vehicle Care fans will change to low speed when displays, washer fluid will need to Caution (Continued) additional cooling is no longer be added to the windshield washer required. fluid reservoir. to freeze and damage the The electric engine cooling fans washer fluid tank and other may run after the engine has been parts of the washer system.
Page 306: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-21 proper sequence to torque new, approved replacement parts. Warning specifications. See Capacities and If this is not done, the brakes might Specifications on page 12-2. not work properly. For example, The brake wear warning sound installing disc brake pads that are Brake pads should be replaced as means that soon the brakes will wrong for the vehicle, can change...
Page 307 10-22 Vehicle Care There are only two reasons why the Warning brake fluid level in the reservoir might go down: If too much brake fluid is added, it The brake fluid level goes down can spill on the engine and burn, because of normal brake lining if the engine is hot enough.
Page 308: Battery
Vehicle Care 10-23 Always clean the brake fluid Caution (Continued) Warning reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This be replaced. Do not let Battery posts, terminals, and helps keep dirt from entering the someone put in the wrong related accessories contain lead reservoir.
Page 309: Four-Wheel Drive
10-24 Vehicle Care Extended Storage: Remove the Front Axle black, negative ( ) cable from the When to Check and Change battery or use a battery trickle Lubricant charger. It is not necessary to regularly Four-Wheel Drive check front axle fluid unless a leak is suspected, or an unusual noise is Transfer Case heard.
Page 310: Rear Axle
Vehicle Care 10-25 1. Fill Plug heard. A fluid loss could indicate a How to Check Lubricant problem. Have it inspected and 2. Drain Plug repaired. When the differential is cold, add All axle assemblies are filled by enough lubricant to raise the volume of fluid during production.
Page 311: Starter Switch Check
10-26 Vehicle Care Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact Shift Lock Control your dealer for service. Warning Function Check Park Brake and P (Park) When you are doing this Warning Mechanism Check inspection, the vehicle could...
Page 312: Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-27 pressure from the regular brake Front Wiper Blade 3. With the latch open, pull the pedal. Do this until the vehicle is wiper blade down toward the Replacement held by the parking brake only. windshield far enough to release To replace the wiper blade it from the J-hooked end of the To check the P (Park)
Page 313: Glass Replacement
10-28 Vehicle Care Glass Replacement Headlamp Aiming If the windshield or front side glass Headlamp aim has been preset and must be replaced, see your dealer should need no further adjustment. to determine the correct If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, replacement glass.
Page 314: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-29 Bulb Replacement License Plate Lamp For the proper type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10-30. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. LED Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps. For replacement of any LED lighting 1.
Page 315: Replacement Bulbs
10-30 Vehicle Care 5. Push the replacement bulb Electrical System Headlamp Wiring straight into the bulb socket and An electrical overload may cause turn the bulb socket clockwise to Electrical System the lamps to go on and off, or in install it into the lamp assembly.
Page 316: Fuses
Vehicle Care 10-31 Fuses Engine Compartment Caution Fuse Block The wiring circuits in the vehicle are Spilling liquid on any electrical protected from short circuits by The engine compartment fuse block component on the vehicle may fuses. This greatly reduces the is in the engine compartment, on chance of fires caused by electrical damage it.
Page 317 10-32 Vehicle Care I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 318 Vehicle Care 10-33 Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Electric Running Real Time Right Parking Boards Dampening Lamps Antilock Brake Fuel Pump Power Left Parking Lamps System Pump Module Upfitter 3 Interior BEC LT1 Spare/Battery Automatic Level Regulated Voltage MBS Passenger Control Run/Crank Control Suspension...
Page 319 10-34 Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Engine Control High-Beam Right HID Module Ignition Headlamps Headlamp Miscellaneous Oxygen Sensor A Left HID Headlamp Ignition Spare Engine Control Cooling Fan Right Transmission Module Ignition Engine Control RC Upfitter 1 and 2 Module/ Transmission VBAT Upfitter...
Page 320: Instrument Panel Fuse
Vehicle Care 10-35 Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left) The left instrument panel fuse block access door is on the driver side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 321 10-36 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped Number Usage Number Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Steering Wheel Heater, Ventilation features shown. Controls Backlighting and Air Conditioning Number Usage Ignition/Heater, Not Used Not Used Ventilation and Air Not Used Conditioning Auxiliary Not Used...
Page 322: Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Vehicle Care 10-37 Instrument Panel Fuse Number Usage Number Usage Block (Right) SEO/Automatic Level Right Heated/ Control Cooled Seat Park Enable Electric Left Heated/ Adjustable Pedal (if Cooled Seat equipped) Not Used Not Used Not Used Miscellaneous R/C Accessory Power Heated Steering Outlet 2 Wheel...
Page 323 10-38 Vehicle Care The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Number Usage Not Used Not Used Not Used Accessory Power Outlet 4 Not Used Not Used Not Used Glove Box Not Used Not Used Not Used Steering Wheel...
Page 324 Vehicle Care 10-39 Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Not Used Not Used Body Control Module 6 Not Used Not Used Body Control Not Used Not Used Module 7 Not Used Not Used Amplifier Body Control Not Used Right Front Seat Module 4 Not Used Accessory Power...
Page 325: Rear Compartment Fuse Block
10-40 Vehicle Care Rear Compartment Fuse ISO Mini Usage Block Relays Rear Defogger Micro Usage Fuses Heated Second Row Seat Left Heated Second Row Seat Right Heated Mirrors Liftgate Glass Breakage The rear compartment fuse block is Liftgate Glass behind the access panel on the left side of the compartment.
Page 326: Wheels And Tires
Vehicle Care 10-41 Wheels and Tires M-Type Usage Warning (Continued) Fuses Tires and a serious crash. See Liftgate Module Vehicle Load Limits on Every new GM vehicle has Third Row Seat page 9-13. high-quality tires made by a Rear Accessory Underinflated tires pose leading tire manufacturer.
Page 327: All-Season Tires
10-42 Vehicle Care See Tire Pressure for traction or performance as winter Warning (Continued) tires on snow or ice-covered roads. High-Speed Operation on See Winter Tires on page 10-42. page 10-50 for inflation pressure Worn or old tires can adjustment for high-speed cause a crash.
Page 328: Low-Profile Tires
Vehicle Care 10-43 Use only radial ply tires of the All-Terrain Tires Caution same size, load range, and speed rating as the original This vehicle may have all-terrain Low-profile tires are more equipment tires. tires. These tires provide good susceptible to damage from road performance on most road surfaces, Winter tires with the same speed hazards or curb impact than...
Page 329 10-44 Vehicle Care criteria have a TPC specification (4) Tire Identification Number code molded onto the sidewall. (TIN) The letters and numbers GM's TPC specifications meet or following the DOT code are the exceed all federal safety Tire Identification Number (TIN). guidelines.
Page 330: Tire Designations
Vehicle Care 10-45 (7) Maximum Cold Inflation would mean that the tire's Load Limit Maximum load that sidewall is 75 percent as high as can be carried and the it is wide. maximum pressure needed to (4) Construction Code support that load. For letter code is used to indicate information on recommended the type of ply construction in...
Page 331: Tire Terminology And Definitions
10-46 Vehicle Care Tire Terminology and Bead The tire bead contains DOT Markings A code molded steel wires wrapped by steel into the sidewall of a tire Definitions cords that hold the tire onto signifying that the tire is in Air Pressure The amount of the rim.
Page 332 Vehicle Care 10-47 Intended Outboard Sidewall Maximum Loaded Vehicle Passenger (P-Metric) Tire The side of an asymmetrical tire Weight The sum of curb tire used on passenger cars and that must always face outward weight, accessory weight, some light duty trucks and when mounted on a vehicle.
Page 333: Tire Pressure
10-48 Vehicle Care Speed Rating determined by tire See Tire and Loading alphanumeric code assigned to manufacturers using Information Label under Vehicle a tire indicating the maximum government testing procedures. Load Limits on page 9-13. speed at which a tire can The ratings are molded into the Tire Pressure operate.
Page 334 Vehicle Care 10-49 example of the Tire and Loading the vehicle has not been driven Caution (Continued) Information label, see Vehicle for at least three hours or no Load Limits on page 9-13. How more than 1.6 km (1 mi). Overinflated tires, or tires that the vehicle is loaded affects have too much air, can...
Page 335: Tire Pressure Monitor System
10-50 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure for Vehicles with P265/65R18 or P285/ the inflation pressure recommended 45R22 size tires require inflation by the vehicle manufacturer on the High-Speed Operation pressure adjustment when driving vehicle placard or tire inflation the vehicle at speeds of 160 km/h pressure label.
Page 336: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-51 Please note that the TPMS is not a wheels on the vehicle that prevent the tires and transmits the tire substitute for proper tire the TPMS from functioning properly. pressure readings to a receiver maintenance, and it is the driver's Always check the TPMS malfunction located in the vehicle.
Page 337 10-52 Vehicle Care pressure levels can be viewed. For The TPMS can warn about a low TPMS Malfunction Light and additional information and details tire pressure condition but it does Message about the DIC operation and not replace normal tire The TPMS will not function properly displays see Driver Information maintenance.
Page 338 Vehicle Care 10-53 The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the process was not done or not being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, completed successfully after wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger rotating the tires.
Page 339: Tire Inspection
10-54 Vehicle Care 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure info 7. Place the relearn tool against 12. Set all four tires to the display option is turned on. The the tire sidewall, near the valve recommended air pressure info displays on the DIC can be stem.
Page 340: Tire Rotation
Vehicle Care 10-55 The tire has a puncture, cut, alignment. See When It Is Time Adjust the front and rear tires to or other damage that cannot for New Tires on page 10-56 the recommended inflation be repaired well because of and Wheel Replacement on pressure on the Tire and the size or location of the...
Page 341: When It Is Time For New
10-56 Vehicle Care When It Is Time for New commercial truck tires may not have Warning treadwear indicators. See Tire Tires Inspection on page 10-54 and Tire Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the Rotation on page 10-55 for Factors, such as maintenance, parts to which it is fastened, can additional information.
Page 342: Buying New Tires
Vehicle Care 10-57 Vehicle Storage replacement tires are needed, performance of the vehicle. GM strongly recommends Braking and handling Tires age when stored normally buying tires with the same TPC performance may be adversely mounted on a parked vehicle. Park Spec rating.
Page 343: Wheels
10-58 Vehicle Care load range, speed rating, and Warning Warning construction (radial) as the original tires. Mixing tires of different sizes, Using bias-ply tires on the brands, or types may cause vehicle may cause the wheel Vehicles that have a tire loss of control of the vehicle, rim flanges to develop cracks pressure monitoring system...
Page 344: Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Vehicle Care 10-59 ride and handling characteristics, Uniform Tire Quality nominal rim diameters of stability, and resistance to rollover 10 to 12 inches (25 to 30 cm), Grading may be affected. If the vehicle has or to some limited-production electronic systems such as antilock Quality grades can be found tires.
Page 345: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-60 Vehicle Care graded 150 would wear one and straight-ahead braking traction performance on the laboratory one-half (1½) times as well on tests, and does not include test wheel than the minimum the government course as a tire acceleration, cornering, required by law.
Page 346: Wheel Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-61 surface variations such as troughs Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel Caution (Continued) or ruts, is normal. If the vehicle is nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor vibrating when driving on a smooth System (TPMS) sensors with new ground clearance, and tire or tire road, the tires and wheels may need GM original equipment parts.
Page 347: Tire Chains
10-62 Vehicle Care Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat Warning It is unusual for a tire to blowout Warning Driving on a flat tire will cause while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. are maintained properly. If air goes Do not use tire chains.
Page 348: Tire Changing
Vehicle Care 10-63 Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) changing a flat tire. If it is used for 1. Set the parking brake firmly. anything else, you or others could 2. Put the shift lever in be badly injured or killed if the P (Park).
Page 349 10-64 Vehicle Care 5. Turn the wing nut retaining the wheel blocks (2) counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer. Use the following tools: 1. Pull to open the trim panel door. 1. Jack Knob 2. Wing Nut Retaining the 2.
Page 350 Vehicle Care 10-65 To access the spare tire, refer to the 11. Hoist Cable following graphics and instructions: 1. Open the hoist shaft access door (3) on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (6). 2. To remove the spare tire lock (6), insert the key located inside the remote, turn it clockwise, and then pull it straight out.
Page 351 10-66 Vehicle Care wrench until the spare tire can Removing the Flat Tire and be pulled out from under the Installing the Spare Tire vehicle. 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10-62 for more information.
Page 352 Vehicle Care 10-67 Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is on a front tire of the vehicle, use the jack handle and only one jack handle extension. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension. Attach the jack handle to the jack. Position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire where the frame sections Jacking Locations (Overall View)
Page 353 10-68 Vehicle Care Rear Tire Flat: If the flat tire is Warning on a rear tire of the vehicle, use the jack handle (2) and both jack Raising the vehicle with the jack handle extensions (3). Attach the improperly positioned can wheel wrench (4) to the jack damage the vehicle and even handle extensions (3).
Page 354 Vehicle Care 10-69 10. Turn the wheel wrench Warning (Continued) Warning counterclockwise to lower the vehicle. Lower the jack an emergency, a cloth or a paper Wheel nuts that are improperly or completely. towel can be used; however, use incorrectly tightened can cause a scraper or wire brush later to the wheels to become loose or remove all rust or dirt.
Page 355 10-70 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Store the tire under the rear of the Caution vehicle in the spare tire carrier. and Tools Refer to the following graphics and Improperly tightened wheel nuts instructions to help you: Warning can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage.
Page 356 Vehicle Care 10-71 9. Spare Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Down) 10. Tire/Wheel Retainer 11. Hoist Cable 1. Put the tire (9) on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. 2.
Page 357: Full-Size Spare Tire
10-72 Vehicle Care 3. Position the jack and wheel If equipped with a temporary use blocks in the driver side trim full-size spare tire, it is indicated on panel over the wheelhouse. the tire sidewall. See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 10-43. This spare 4.
Page 358: Jump Starting
Vehicle Care 10-73 The vehicle may have a different Jump Starting Caution size spare tire than the road tires For more information about the originally installed on the vehicle. Ignoring these steps could result vehicle battery, see Battery on This spare tire was developed for in costly damage to the vehicle page 10-23.
Page 359 10-74 Vehicle Care 2. If the vehicle is equipped with position, be sure the transfer 5. Open the hood on the other dual batteries, using the battery case is in a drive gear vehicle and locate the that is closer to the starter will N (Neutral).
Page 360 Vehicle Care 10-75 too. And do not connect the Warning Warning negative ( ) cable to the negative ( ) terminal on the Using an open flame near a Fans or other moving engine dead battery because this can battery can cause battery gas to parts can injure you badly.
Page 361: Towing The Vehicle
10-76 Vehicle Care 9. Connect the black negative ( ) 11. Start the vehicle with the good Towing the Vehicle cable to the negative ( ) terminal battery and run the engine for a of the good battery. Use a while.
Page 362 Vehicle Care 10-77 towing is towing the vehicle with two Dinghy Towing Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not wheels on the ground and two be towed with all four wheels on the Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles wheels on a dolly. ground. Follow the tow vehicle Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles manufacturer s instructions.
Page 363 10-78 Vehicle Care 4. Shift the transfer case to non-conductive material to Warning N (Neutral). See Shifting into prevent any contact with the N (Neutral) under Four-Wheel negative battery terminal. Shifting a four-wheel-drive Drive on page 9-32 for the 7. Shift the transmission to vehicle's transfer case into proper procedure.
Page 364 Vehicle Care 10-79 2. Set the parking brake, shift the 10. Reset any lost presets. Caution (Continued) transmission to P (Park). The outside temperature 3. Connect the battery. display will default to 32°F but be covered by the vehicle will reset with normal usage. warranty.
Page 365 10-80 Vehicle Care Dolly Towing Rear Towing This vehicle should not be towed 3. Firmly set the parking brake. with the any wheels on the ground. See Parking Brake on (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) page 9-35. Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dolly Towing Rear Towing 4.
Page 366: Appearance Care
Vehicle Care 10-81 Appearance Care washed. This could cause damage Caution (Continued) that would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Exterior Care products can be obtained from If using an automatic car wash, your dealer. Follow all Locks follow the car wash instructions. The manufacturer directions regarding windshield wiper and rear window correct product usage, necessary...
Page 367 10-82 Vehicle Care calcium chloride and other salts, ice The bright metal moldings on the Caution (Continued) melting agents, road oil and tar, tree vehicle are aluminum or stainless sap, bird droppings, chemicals from steel. To prevent damage always may damage it. Use only industrial chimneys, etc., can follow these cleaning instructions: non-abrasive waxes and polishes...
Page 368 Vehicle Care 10-83 Aftermarket appearance caps or Cleaning Exterior Lamps/ Windshield and Wiper Blades covers while the lamps are Lenses, Emblems, Decals and Clean the outside of the windshield illuminated, due to excessive Stripes with glass cleaner. heat generated. Use only lukewarm or cold water, a Clean rubber blades using a lint-free soft cloth, and a car washing soap Caution...
Page 369 10-84 Vehicle Care can be removed by rubbing with a Caution Caution (Continued) clean cloth. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on Chrome wheels and other chrome automatic car wash that uses page 11-11. trim may be damaged if the silicone carbide tire cleaning Tires vehicle is not washed after driving brushes.
Page 370: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-85 Control arm ball joints on 1500 clean any areas where mud and Chemical Paint Spotting Series vehicles are other debris can collect. If equipped Airborne pollutants can fall upon maintenance-free. with power running boards, extend and attack painted vehicle surfaces them and then use a high pressure causing blotchy, ring-shaped wash to clean all joints and gaps.
Page 371 10-86 Vehicle Care Never use a brush with stiff Your dealer may have products for Caution bristles. cleaning the interior. Use cleaners specifically designed for the Never rub any surface To prevent scratching, never use surfaces being cleaned to prevent aggressively or with excessive abrasive cleaners on automotive permanent damage.
Page 372 Vehicle Care 10-87 Fabric/Carpet/Suede 3. Start on the outside edge of the Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces soil and gently rub toward the and Vehicle Information and Start by vacuuming the surface center. Rotate the cleaning cloth Radio Displays using a soft brush attachment. If a to a clean area frequently to rotating brush attachment is being For vehicles with high gloss...
Page 373: Warning
10-88 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel, Leather, Cargo Cover and Caution (Continued) Vinyl, Other Plastic Surfaces, Convenience Net Low Gloss Paint Surfaces and these solvents can permanently Wash with warm water and mild Natural Open Pore Wood detergent. Do not use chlorine change the appearance and feel Surfaces bleach.
Page 374: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care 10-89 Use the floor mat with the Floor Mats Reinstall by lining up the floor mat correct side up. Do not turn retainer openings over the carpet it over. retainers and snapping into position. Warning Do not place anything on top of Make sure the floor mat is properly the driver side floor mat.
Page 375 10-90 Vehicle Care NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 376: Service And Maintenance
General Information ..11-1 and Care ....11-8 expenses resulting from neglect or Cadillac Premium Care inadequate maintenance. It may Recommended Fluids,...
Page 377 11-2 Service and Maintenance Your dealer recognizes the Proper vehicle maintenance helps to The Additional Required Services - importance of providing keep the vehicle in good working Severe are for vehicles that are: competitively priced maintenance condition, improves fuel economy, Mainly driven in heavy city traffic and repair services.
Page 378: Maintenance
If they are not, see your dealer to Premium Care Maintenance (50,000 mi), whichever comes first. have a trained technician do the services be performed by a Cadillac Cadillac Premium Care work. See Doing Your Own authorized service dealer. Maintenance covers routine Service Work on page 10-3.
Page 379: Maintenance Schedule
11-4 Service and Maintenance Check engine coolant level. See Maintenance for more than a year. The engine oil Engine Coolant on page 10-15. and filter must be changed at least Schedule once a year and the oil life system Check windshield washer fluid must be reset.
Page 380 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Check accelerator pedal for or missing parts or signs of damage, high effort, or binding. wear. See Exterior Care on Replace if needed. page 10-81. Visually inspect gas strut for Check restraint system signs of wear, cracks, or other components.
Page 381 11-6 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Inspect evaporative control system. (1) Replace engine air cleaner filter. (2) Replace spark plugs.
Page 382 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Inspect evaporative control system. (1) Replace engine air cleaner filter. (2) Change automatic transmission fluid and filter.
Page 383: Services
11-8 Service and Maintenance (5) Or every 10 years, whichever Special Application Additional comes first. Inspect for fraying, Services Maintenance and Care excessive cracking, or damage; replace, if needed. Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important (6) Or every 10 years, whichever Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly comes first.
Page 384 Service and Maintenance 11-9 Signs of brake wear may include Battery With a multi-point inspection, your chirping, grinding, or squealing dealer can inspect the hoses and The battery supplies power to start noises, or difficulty stopping. advise if replacement is needed. the engine and operate any Trained dealer technicians have additional electrical accessories.
Page 385 11-10 Service and Maintenance As part of the multi-point vehicle operation at all speeds. Windshield inspection, trained dealer Your dealer sells and services For safety, appearance, and the technicians can visually inspect name brand tires. best viewing, keep the windshield the shocks and struts for signs clean and clear.
Page 386: Lubricants, And Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-11 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Engine Oil Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 387 11-12 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Rear Axle SAE 75W-85 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 19300457, in Canada 19300458). ® Transfer Case DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Hood Hinges, Body Door Hinge Pins, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Power Assist Steps, and Fuel Door Canada 10953474).
Page 388: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22845992 A3181C Oil Filter 89017525 PF63 Passenger Compartment Air Filter 22808781 CF188 Spark Plugs...
Page 389: Maintenance Records
11-14 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 390 Service and Maintenance 11-15 Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 391 11-16 Service and Maintenance NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 392: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is Vehicle Identification the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 393: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-11 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Page 394 Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 6.2L V8 0.95 1.10mm (0.037 0.043 in) I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 395 12-4 Technical Data Engine Drive Belt Routing I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 396: Customer Information
Reporting Safety Defects to Procedure ....13-1 Cadillac. Normally, any concerns General Motors ... 13-13...
Page 397 You may contact the BBB Auto Line Center at 1-800 458 8006. In Both General Motors and your Program using the toll-free Canada, call the Canadian Cadillac dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Customer Care Centre at...
Page 398: Customer Assistance
Two, General Motors of Canada Centre, 1-888-446-2000 (English), assistance. However, if a customer Limited wants you to be aware of its 1-800-263-7854 (French), wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, participation in a no-charge or write to: the letter should be addressed to: mediation/arbitration program.
Page 399: Customer Assistance For Text Telephone (Tty) Users
1-800-263-7854 (French) active recalls or search by Vehicle experience is a one-stop resource Roadside Service: 1-800-882-1112 Identification Number (VIN). See that allows interaction with Cadillac Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and keeps important vehicle-specific Overseas on page 12-1. information in one place.
Page 400: Roadside Service
365 days a year. vehicle is covered. In Canada, a (Canada) cadillacowner.ca person driving the vehicle without Calling for Service Take a trip to the Cadillac Owner permission from the owner is not Centre: covered. When calling Roadside Service, Chat live with online help...
Page 401 It provides every driven. Assistance is also given Towing or services for vehicles Cadillac owner in the United States when the vehicle is stuck in the driven on a non-public road or with the advantage of contacting a sand, mud, or snow.
Page 402: Scheduling Service
Customer Information 13-7 been received, the Roadside of your transportation needs, your extended powertrain, and/or Service advisor will help you dealer can help minimize your hybrid-specific warranties in both make arrangements and explain inconvenience. the U.S. and Canada. how to receive payment. Several Courtesy Transportation If the vehicle cannot be scheduled Alternative Service: If...
Page 403: Collision Damage Repair
13-8 Customer Information Public Transportation or Fuel Requirements vary and may include Collision Damage Repair Reimbursement minimum age requirements, If the vehicle is involved in a insurance coverage, credit card, etc. If overnight warranty repairs are collision and it is damaged, have the Additional fees such as fuel usage needed, and public transportation is damage repaired by a qualified...
Page 404 Customer Information 13-9 vehicles that were total losses in Repair Facility recommend that you ensure that the prior crashes. In most cases, the vehicle will be repaired with GM GM also recommends that you parts being recycled are from original equipment collision parts. choose a collision repair facility that undamaged sections of the vehicle.
Page 405: Service Publications Ordering Information
13-10 Customer Information Give only the necessary information If the airbag has inflated, see What obligated to have the vehicle to police and other parties involved Will You See after an Airbag repaired with Genuine GM parts, in the crash. Inflates? on page 3-31.
Page 406: Radio Frequency Identification (Rfid)
Customer Information 13-11 Service Bulletins RETAIL SELL PRICE: Radio Frequency $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and Identification (RFID) Service Bulletins give additional shipping fees. technical service information RFID technology is used in some needed to knowledgeably service Current and Past Models vehicles for functions such as tire General Motors cars and trucks.
Page 407: Statement
13-12 Customer Information Radio Frequency Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual Statement Defects problems between you, your This vehicle has systems that dealer, or General Motors. Reporting Safety Defects operate on a radio frequency that To contact NHTSA, you may call comply with Part 15 of the Federal to the United States the Vehicle Safety Hotline...
Page 408: Government
For example, the Motors of Canada Limited. Call Center vehicle uses computer modules to Transport Canada at Cadillac Motor Car Division monitor and control engine and 1-800-333-0510 or write to: P.O. Box 33169 transmission performance, to...
Page 409: Event Data Recorders
13-14 Customer Information Event Data Recorders These data can help provide a GM will not access this data or better understanding of the share it with others except: with the This vehicle is equipped with an circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, event data recorder (EDR).
Page 410: Infotainment System
Customer Information 13-15 ® OnStar If the vehicle is equipped with ® OnStar and has an active subscription, additional data may be collected through the OnStar system. This includes information about the vehicle s operation; collisions involving the vehicle; the use of the vehicle and its features;...
Page 411 13-16 Customer Information NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...
Page 412: Onstar
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview providers. OnStar may collect information about you and your vehicle, including location information. See OnStar s Terms OnStar Overview and Conditions and Privacy OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 Statement for more details including system limitations at OnStar Services...
Page 413: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar Receive On-Demand OnStar Services Press Diagnostics for a check of the Make a call, end a call, vehicle s key operating systems. Emergency or answer an incoming call. Receive Roadside Assistance. Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling With Automatic Crash Response, Manage WiFi Settings (if voice commands.
Page 414 OnStar 14-3 Security 3. Directions are downloaded to the Repeat vehicle. 1. Press . System responds: OnStar provides services including 4. Follow the voice-guided Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote OnStar ready, then a tone. commands. Ignition Block, and Roadside 2. Say Repeat. System responds Assistance, if equipped.
Page 415 14-4 OnStar WiFi Connectivity (If Equipped) From the mobile device, check the Destination Download: Press vehicle s fuel level, oil life, or tire then request the Advisor to The vehicle has a WiFi hotspot that pressure; or activate remote horn download directions to the provides a high-speed, wireless and lights.
Page 416 OnStar 14-5 OnStar Hands-Free Calling 3. Say 911 without pausing. 3. Say the entire number without System responds: 911. pausing. System responds: This service allows calls to be made Please say the name tag. 4. Say Call. System responds: and received from the vehicle. OK, dialing 911.
Page 417 14-6 OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Information Automatic Crash Response, OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics can Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Press to request account transfer...
Page 418 OnStar 14-7 in that area. The wireless service Services for People with OnStar Personal Identification provider must also have coverage, Disabilities Number (PIN) network capacity, reception, and Advisors provide services to help A PIN is needed to access some of technology compatible with OnStar subscribers with physical disabilities the OnStar services, like Remote...
Page 419 14-8 OnStar Potential Issues A temporary loss of GPS can cause to function properly. These systems loss of the ability to send a may not operate if the battery is OnStar cannot perform Remote Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The discharged or disconnected. Door Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Advisor may give a verbal route or Assistance after the vehicle has...
Page 420 OnStar 14-9 may unlawfully intercept or access THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED unzip: transmissions and private AS IS, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the communications without consent. ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR Info-ZIP copyright and license. The IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT definitive version of this document OnStar - libcurl and unzip LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES...
Page 421 14-10 OnStar Christian Spieler, Cosmin Truta, materials provided with the Pocket UnZip, WiZ or Antoine Verheijen, Paul von Behren, distribution. The sole exception MacZip without the explicit Rich Wales, Mike White. to this condition is redistribution permission of Info-ZIP. Such of a standard UnZipSFX binary altered versions are further This software is provided as is,...
Page 422 INDEX Airbag System All-Season Tires ....10-42 Check ......3-38 All-Terrain Tires .
Page 423 Messages ....5-34 Children .....3-41 Cadillac Premium Care Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . 10-27 Lower Anchors and Maintenance .
Page 424 INDEX Compass ..... . . 5-5 Cupholders ..... 4-2 Door Messages .
Page 425 INDEX Dual Automatic Climate Engine (cont'd) Coolant Temperature Control System ....8-1 Gauge ..... .5-14 Engine .
Page 426 INDEX Front Seats Headlamps Heated and Cooled ... . 3-7 Aiming ..... . 10-28 Garage Door Opener .
Page 427: Lane Departure Warning
INDEX Level Control Automatic .....9-40 Ignition Positions ....9-20 Labeling, Tire Sidewall .
Page 428: For Children (Latch)
INDEX Lights (cont'd) Messages (cont'd) Safety Belt Reminders ..5-15 Lamp ......5-38 Magnetic Ride Control .
Page 429 Brake ......9-35 Older Children, Restraints ..3-39 Cadillac ..... . . 11-3 Brake and P (Park) Online Owner Center .
Page 430 INDEX Program Recreational Vehicle Ride Control Systems Courtesy Transportation ..13-7 Towing ..... . 10-76 Magnetic .....9-40 Proposition 65 Warning, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Messages .
Page 431 i-10 INDEX Safety Defects Reporting Service Signals, Turn and Canadian Government ..13-13 Accessories and Lane-Change ....6-6 General Motors ... . . 13-13 Modifications .
Page 432 INDEX i-11 Storage Areas Tires (cont'd) Sidewall Labeling ... 10-43 Armrest ......4-2 Tachometer .
Page 433 i-12 INDEX Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control ....9-38 Vehicle Warning Trailer Alarm System ....2-18 Brake System Light .
Page 434 INDEX i-13 Windshield Replacement ....10-28 Wiper/Washer ....5-3 Winter Driving .
Page 435 i-14 INDEX NOTES I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :...

Cadillac Escalade 2015 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

3-1 Seats and

Head Restraints

Safety Belts

Airbag System

Controls

Lighting 6-1 Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamp Controls

Exterior Lighting

Exterior Lamps off

Headlamp High/Low-Beam

Flash-To-Pass

Daytime Running

Automatic Headlamp

Hazard Warning Flashers

Turn and Lane-Change

Interior Lighting

Cornering Lamps

Lighting Features

Driving and

Driving Information

Starting and Operating

Automatic Transmission

Drive Systems

Ride Control Systems

Cruise Control

Driver Assistance

Trailer Towing

Conversions and Add-Ons

Quick Links

Chapters

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