Cadillac 2012  Escalade Owner's Manual
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    In Brief In Brief Throttle and Brake Pedal Performance and Maintenance ® Adjustment ....1-14 StabiliTrak System ..1-24 Interior Lighting .
  • Page 8: In Brief

    In Brief Instrument Panel English Version Shown; Metric Similar.
  • Page 9 In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 7. Infotainment on page 7 2. Cruise Control on page 9 41. ® B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. StabiliTrak System on Heated Steering Wheel on See Turn and Lane-Change page 9 37. page 5 4 (If Equipped).
  • Page 10: Initial Drive Information

    In Brief Initial Drive Press and release to locate the vehicle. Information Press and hold for This section provides a brief three seconds to sound the panic overview about some of the alarm. important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. Press again to cancel the panic alarm.
  • Page 11: Door Locks

    In Brief When the vehicle starts, the parking Door Locks lamps will turn on and remain on There are several ways to lock and as long as the engine is running. unlock the vehicle. The doors will be locked and the climate control system may From outside, use the Remote come on.
  • Page 12: Liftgate

    In Brief Liftgate Manual Liftgate Operation Power Liftgate Operation On vehicles with a power liftgate, To unlock the liftgate, press the switch is on the overhead the power door lock switch or console. press on the Remote Keyless The vehicle must be in P (Park) to Entry (RKE) transmittertwice, see use the power feature.
  • Page 13: Windows

    In Brief Pressing a second time while the Windows or in Retained Accessory Power liftgate is moving reverses the (RAP). See Retained Accessory direction. Power (RAP) on page 9 26 for more information. To disable the power liftgate function, press OFF on the liftgate Press the switch to lower the switch, see Liftgate on page 2 9.
  • Page 14: Seat Adjustment

    In Brief Seat Adjustment Lumbar Adjustment Reclining Seatbacks To adjust the seat: To adjust the lumbar support: To adjust the seatback: Move the seat forward or Press and hold the front or rear Tilt the top of the control rearward by sliding the control of the control to increase or rearward to recline.
  • Page 15: Memory Features

    In Brief Memory Features Storing Memory Positions To recall, press and release 1 or 2. The vehicle must be in To save into memory: P (Park). A single beep will sound. 1. Adjust the driver seat, including The seat, outside mirrors, steering the seatback recliner and column, and adjustable throttle and lumbar, both outside mirrors,...
  • Page 16: Second Row Seats

    1-10 In Brief Second Row Seats Heated and Ventilated Press the desired button once for the highest setting. With each press Seats On vehicles with a 60/40 split bench of the button, the seat will change to or buckets seats, the seatbacks the next lower setting, and then to can be folded for additional cargo the off setting.
  • Page 17: Head Restraint

    In Brief 1-11 Heated Rear Seats Head Restraint Safety Belts Adjustment Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position.
  • Page 18: Passenger Sensing

    1-12 In Brief Passenger Sensing Mirror Adjustment System Exterior Mirrors The passenger sensing system, if equipped, turns off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. No other United States airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the...
  • Page 19 In Brief 1-13 Power Folding Mirrors See Rear Window Defogger under Interior Mirror Dual Automatic Climate Control To fold the mirrors: Adjustment System on page 8 1 for more 1. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out information. Hold the rearview mirror in the to the driving position.
  • Page 20: Steering Wheel

    1-14 In Brief Steering Wheel Throttle and Brake Pedal Interior Lighting Adjustment Adjustment Dome Lamps The vehicle has adjustable throttle The dome lamps are located in the and brake pedals that allow you to overhead console. change their positions. They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed.
  • Page 21: Exterior Lighting

    In Brief 1-15 Dome Lamp Override Reading Lamps Exterior Lighting The dome lamp override button is For vehicles with reading lamps in located next to the exterior lamps the overhead console, press the control. button located next to the lamp to turn it on or off.
  • Page 22: Windshield Wiper/Washer

    1-16 In Brief AUTO: Automatically turns on the Windshield Wiper/Washer : Turn the band up for more headlamps at normal brightness, frequent wipes or down for less along with the parking lamps, frequent wipes. instrument panel lights, license plate : Slow wipes. lamps, and taillamps.
  • Page 23: Climate Controls

    In Brief 1-17 Climate Controls Transmission The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with Driver Shift Control (DSC) this system. The DSC switch is located on the shift lever. To enable the DSC feature: 1. Move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) position.
  • Page 24: Vehicle Features

    1-18 In Brief 2. Press the plus/minus buttons, Vehicle Features Portable Audio Devices located on the steering column This vehicle has an auxiliary input, shift lever, to select the desired Radio(s) located on the audio faceplate, range of gears for current driving and a USB port located on the conditions.
  • Page 25: Mobile Apps

    In Brief 1-19 The Bluetooth enabled cell phone Steering Wheel Controls : Press to silence the vehicle must be paired with the Bluetooth speakers only. Press again to turn system before it can be used in the the sound on. Press and hold longer vehicle.
  • Page 26: Cruise Control

    1-20 In Brief Cruise Control + RES: Press briefly to make the Driver Information vehicle resume to a previously Center (DIC) set speed, or press and hold to accelerate. The DIC display is located at the bottom of the instrument panel SET : Press to set the speed and cluster.
  • Page 27: Side Blind Zone

    In Brief 1-21 instantaneous economy, and Vehicle Customization zone, the SBZA display will light up average vehicle speed. in the corresponding outside side Some vehicle features can be The compass and outside air mirror. programmed by using the DIC temperature will also be shown in buttons next to the steering wheel.
  • Page 28: Rear Vision

    1-22 In Brief Rear Vision Keep the sensors on the vehicle's Universal Remote System rear bumper clean to ensure proper Camera (RVC) operation. If available, the RVC displays a view See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on of the area behind the vehicle on page 9 44.
  • Page 29: Sunroof

    In Brief 1-23 Sunroof Vent: From the closed position, The sunroof also has a sunshade press the rear of switch (B) to vent which can be pulled forward to block the sunroof. sun rays. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually. Open/Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (A) until the If an object is in the path of the...
  • Page 30: Performance And Maintenance Stabilitrak System

    1-24 In Brief Performance and For more information, see then turn off. This may be an early ® StabiliTrak System on page 9 37. indicator that the tire pressures are Maintenance getting low and the tires need to be Tire Pressure Monitor inflated to the proper pressure.
  • Page 31: Engine Oil Life System

    In Brief 1-25 When road and weather Engine Oil Life System Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) conditions are appropriate, The engine oil life system calculates Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge use cruise control. engine oil life based on vehicle use and a yellow fuel cap can use either Always follow posted speed and displays a DIC message when...
  • Page 32: Roadside Service

    TTY Users (U.S. only): maintenance tips, online owner 1-888-889-2438 manual, special privileges, Mexico: 01-800-466-0805 and more. As the owner of a new Cadillac, Sign up today at: you are automatically enrolled in the U.S.: cadillac.com Roadside Service program. Click on Owners, then Manage See Roadside Service (U.S.
  • Page 121 Instruments and Controls Instruments and Odometer ....5-12 Front Fog Lamp Light ..5-23 Trip Odometer .
  • Page 122: Controls

    Instruments and Controls Airbag System Messages ..5-35 Controls Steering Wheel Controls Anti-theft Alarm System Messages ....5-36 Steering Wheel Tire Messages .
  • Page 123 Instruments and Controls Radio Navigating an iPod or USB Device SRCE (Source/Voice on the Music Navigator Screen Recognition): Press to switch To select preset or favorite radio between the radio and CD, and for stations: 1. Press and release equipped vehicles, the DVD, front to select the next or previous auxiliary, and rear auxiliary.
  • Page 124: Heated Steering Wheel

    Instruments and Controls To scan radio stations: : Press to turn the heated (Mist): For a single wipe, steering wheel on or off. A light on turn to , then release. 1. Press and hold until a beep is the button displays when the feature For several wipes, hold the band heard, to place the radio into is turned on.
  • Page 125: Rear Window

    Instruments and Controls Windshield Washer Compass (Off): Turns the wiper off. (Rear Wiper Delay): Turns on Your vehicle may have a WARNING the rear wiper delay. compass in the Driver Information Center (DIC). (Rear Wiper): Turns on the rear In freezing weather, do not use wiper.
  • Page 126 Instruments and Controls Compass variance is the difference Compass Calibration between the earth's magnetic north The compass can be manually and true geographic north. If the calibrated. Only calibrate the compass is not set to the zone compass in a magnetically clean where you live, the compass may and safe location, such as an open give false readings.
  • Page 127: Clock

    Instruments and Controls Turn off the vehicle, move the 2. Press the vehicle information Clock magnetic item, then turn on the button until PRESS The analog clock is not connected vehicle and calibrate the compass. CALIBRATE COMPASS with any other vehicle system and displays.
  • Page 128: Power Outlets

    Instruments and Controls Power Outlets Certain power accessory plugs WARNING may not be compatible with the The accessory power outlets can be accessory power outlet and could Power is always supplied to the used to plug in electrical equipment, overload adapter or vehicle fuses. outlets.
  • Page 129: Cigarette Lighter

    Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 110 Volt If equipment is connected using Cigarette Lighter more than 150 watts or a system Alternative Current For vehicles with a cigarette lighter, fault is detected, a protection circuit The vehicle may have a power it is located in the center console shuts off the power supply and the outlet that can be used to plug in...
  • Page 130: Ashtrays

    5-10 Instruments and Controls Ashtrays Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and For vehicles with an ashtray, it is function. Often gauges and warning located in the center console near lights work together to indicate a Indicators the cupholders.
  • Page 131: Instrument Cluster

    Instruments and Controls 5-11 Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 132: Speedometer

    5-12 Instruments and Controls Speedometer For more information see Trip An arrow on the fuel gauge Odometer under Driver Information indicates the side of the vehicle the The speedometer shows the vehicle Center (DIC) on page 5 23. fuel door is on. speed in both kilometers per hour The gauge will first indicate empty (km/h) and miles per hour (mph).
  • Page 133: Engine Coolant Temperature

    Instruments and Controls 5-13 Engine Coolant Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Temperature Gauge Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument panel cluster. When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind front passengers to fasten their safety belt.
  • Page 134: Airbag Readiness Light

    5-14 Instruments and Controls The front passenger safety belt If there is a problem with the airbag reminder light and chime may turn system, a Driver Information Center on if an object is put on the seat (DIC) message can also come on. such as a briefcase, handbag, See Airbag System Messages on grocery bag, laptop, or other...
  • Page 135 Instruments and Controls 5-15 Then, after several more seconds, WARNING the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or either the on or off If the airbag readiness light ever symbol to let you know the status of comes on and stays on, it means the right front passenger frontal that something may be wrong airbag.
  • Page 136: Charging System Light

    5-16 Instruments and Controls Charging System Light generator drive belt, or that there is an electrical problem. Have it checked right away. If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on, turn off accessories, such as the radio and air If the malfunction indicator lamp conditioner.
  • Page 137 Instruments and Controls 5-17 Modifications made to the To prevent more serious damage to The following may correct an engine, transmission, exhaust, the vehicle: emission system malfunction: intake, or fuel system of the Reduce vehicle speed. Check that the fuel cap is fully vehicle or the replacement of installed.
  • Page 138 5-18 Instruments and Controls The OBD II (On-Board If one or more of these conditions Diagnostics) system determines occurs, change the fuel brand used. that critical emission control It will require at least one full tank of systems have not been the proper fuel to turn the light off.
  • Page 139: Brake System Warning

    Instruments and Controls 5-19 Brake System Warning This light can also come on due to WARNING low brake fluid. See Brake Fluid on Light page 10 25 for more information. The brake system might not be With the ignition on, the brake working properly if the brake system warning light comes on system warning light is on.
  • Page 140: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    5-20 Instruments and Controls ® Antilock Brake System If the regular brake system warning StabiliTrak OFF Light light is also on, the vehicle does not (ABS) Warning Light have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5 19.
  • Page 141: Traction Control System (Tcs)/Stabilitrak Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-21 If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is off, If the light comes on and stays on When the Light Is On Steady the system does not assist in while driving, and a message This indicates that one or more controlling the vehicle.
  • Page 142: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    5-22 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Pressure Light If the light comes on and stays on, it This light is also used to indicate means that oil is not flowing through the status of the anti-theft alarm the engine properly. The vehicle system when the ignition is turned could be low on oil and it might off.
  • Page 143: Front Fog Lamp Light

    Instruments and Controls 5-23 Front Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). The front fog lamp light comes on The DIC displays information The cruise control light comes on when the fog lamps are in use.
  • Page 144 5-24 Instruments and Controls Operation and Displays DIC Buttons The compass and outside air temperature will also be shown in The DIC has different displays the display. The temperature will be which can be accessed by pressing shown in °C or °F depending on the the DIC buttons located on the units selected.
  • Page 145 Instruments and Controls 5-25 Trip/Fuel Menu Items Fuel Range Average Economy Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL Press the trip/fuel button until (Trip/Fuel): Press to scroll RANGE displays. This display AVERAGE ECONOMY through the following menu items: shows the approximate number of displays.
  • Page 146 5-26 Instruments and Controls To start the timer, press the Instantaneous Economy Vehicle Information Menu set/reset button while TIMER is Items If your vehicle has this display, displayed. The display will show the press the trip/fuel button until INST (Vehicle Information): Press amount of time that has passed ECON displays.
  • Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-27 engine oil life system monitoring the If you choose ON, the system will Tire Pressure oil life, additional maintenance is be turned on. If you choose OFF, On vehicles with the Tire Pressure recommended in the Maintenance the system will be turned off.
  • Page 148: Vehicle Messages

    5-28 Instruments and Controls Battery Voltage Oil Pressure Vehicle Messages This display shows the current This display will show the oil Messages displayed on the DIC battery voltage. If the voltage is in pressure in either pounds indicate the status of the vehicle or the normal range, the value will kilopascals (kPa) or per square some action may be needed to...
  • Page 149: Battery Voltage And Charging Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-29 Battery Voltage and See Charging System Light on SERVICE BRAKES SOON page 5 16. Driving with this problem Charging Messages This message displays if there is a could drain the battery. Turn off all problem with the brake system. unnecessary accessories.
  • Page 150: Engine Cooling System

    5-30 Instruments and Controls HOOD OPEN obstructions, and close the door Engine Cooling System again. Check to see if the message Messages This message displays and a chime still appears on the DIC. sounds if the hood is not fully If you drive the vehicle closed.
  • Page 151: Engine Oil Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-31 If this message continues to appear, This message clears when the OIL PRESSURE LOW have the system repaired by your engine has cooled to a safe STOP ENGINE dealer as soon as possible to avoid operating temperature. If you drive the vehicle damage to the engine.
  • Page 152: Engine Power Messages

    5-32 Instruments and Controls Engine Power Messages Fuel System Messages Key and Lock Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FUEL LEVEL LOW REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY This message displays and a chime This message displays and a sounds when the cooling system chime sounds if the fuel level is low.
  • Page 153: Object Detection System Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-33 SERVICE RIGHT HEADLAMP PARKING ASSIST OFF SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE ASSEMBLY ALERT SYSTEM After the vehicle has been started, this message displays to remind the On some models, this message If your vehicle has the Side Blind driver that the Ultrasonic Rear will be displayed when the right Zone Alert (SBZA) system and this...
  • Page 154: Ride Control System Messages

    5-34 Instruments and Controls SIDE BLIND ZONE SYSTEM Ride Control System SERVICE TRACTION UNAVAILABLE CONTROL Messages If your vehicle has the Side Blind If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this SERVICE STABILITRAK Zone Alert (SBZA) system, this message displays when there is a message displays when the SBZA problem with the Traction Control If your vehicle has StabiliTrak and...
  • Page 155: Airbag System Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-35 TRACTION XX STABILITRAK OFF may also The message turns off as soon as display when the stability control the conditions that caused the STABILITRAK XX has been automatically disabled. message to be displayed are no This message displays when the There are several conditions that longer present.
  • Page 156: Anti-Theft Alarm System

    5-36 Instruments and Controls Anti-theft Alarm System The tire pressure light also flashes TIRE LOW ADD AIR TO TIRE and then remains on during the Messages On vehicles with the Tire Pressure same ignition cycle. See Tire Monitor System (TPMS), this Pressure Light on page 5 21.
  • Page 157: Transmission Messages

    Instruments and Controls 5-37 See Tires on page 10 46, Vehicle TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE Vehicle Reminder Load Limits on page 9 16, and Tire ENGINE Messages Pressure on page 10 52. The DIC Do not drive the vehicle also shows the tire pressure values. ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE while the transmission fluid is See DIC Operation and Displays...
  • Page 158: Vehicle Personalization

    5-38 Instruments and Controls Vehicle To change customization Press the customization button until preferences, use the following the PRESS TO DISPLAY IN Personalization procedure. ENGLISH screen appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset Your vehicle may have Entering the Feature button once to display all DIC customization capabilities that allow Settings Menu...
  • Page 159 Instruments and Controls 5-39 FRANCAIS: All messages will Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR UNLOCK appear in French. AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the This feature allows you to select DIC display. Press the set/reset ESPANOL: All messages will whether or not to turn off the button once to access the settings automatic door unlocking feature.
  • Page 160 5-40 Instruments and Controls ALL AT KEY OUT: All of the doors Press the customization button until To select a setting, press the will unlock when the key is taken REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on set/reset button while the desired out of the ignition.
  • Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-41 LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior work. You can temporarily override EXIT LIGHTING lamps will flash when you press delayed locking by pressing the This feature allows you to select the unlock button on the RKE power door lock switch twice. the amount of time you want the transmitter.
  • Page 162 5-42 Instruments and Controls NO CHANGE: No change will be ON (default): If it is dark enough Press the customization button until made to this feature. The current outside, the exterior lamps will turn AUTO HIGH BEAMS appears on setting will remain. on briefly when you unlock the the DIC display.
  • Page 163 Instruments and Controls 5-43 for this feature. Then press the Press the customization button until NO CHANGE: No change will be customization button to scroll PARK TILT MIRRORS appears on made to this feature. The current through the following settings: the DIC display.
  • Page 164 5-44 Instruments and Controls BUTTON AND KEY OUT EASY EXIT SETUP NO CHANGE: No change will be (default): If the features are made to this feature. The current If your vehicle has this feature, it enabled through the EASY EXIT setting will remain.
  • Page 165 Instruments and Controls 5-45 ON: The driver seat, and on some Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) DISPLAY DIGITAL SPEED vehicles, the outside mirrors will transmitter. See Remote Vehicle This feature allows you to enable or automatically move to the stored Start on page 2 5 for more disable the digital speedometer on driving position when the unlock information.
  • Page 166: Universal Remote System

    5-46 Instruments and Controls FACTORY SETTINGS Press the customization button until Universal Remote PRESS TO EXIT FEATURE This feature allows you to set all of System SETTINGS appears in the DIC the customization features back to display. Press the set/reset button their factory default settings.
  • Page 167 Instruments and Controls 5-47 This system provides a way to The programmed buttons should be Programming a garage door opener replace up to three remote control erased when the vehicle is sold or involves time-sensitive actions, so transmitters used to activate the lease ends.
  • Page 168 5-48 Instruments and Controls 3. Immediately return to the To program another Rolling Code vehicle. Press and hold the device such as an additional garage Universal Home Remote button door opener, a security device, that will be used to control the or home automation device, repeat garage door until the garage Steps 1 through 5, choosing a...
  • Page 169 Instruments and Controls 5-49 Programming a garage door opener If there is a row of dip switches If the total number of switches involves time-sensitive actions, so similar to the graphic above, on the motor head and read the entire procedure before the garage door opener is a hand-held transmitter are starting.
  • Page 170 5-50 Instruments and Controls If a switch is set between The switch positions on the the up and down position, hand-held transmitter could be write Middle. labeled as follows: The switch settings written A switch in the up position down in Step 2 now could be labeled as Up, become the button strokes +, or On.
  • Page 171 Instruments and Controls 5-51 Now press one button on the 7. Immediately release the button Universal Home Remote for when the garage door moves. each switch setting as follows: The indicator light will blink rapidly until programming is If you wrote Left, press complete.
  • Page 172: Operation

    5-52 Instruments and Controls Universal Remote System To erase either Rolling Code or Fixed Code settings on the Operation Universal Home Remote device: Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold the two outside button for at least half of a second. buttons at the same time for The indicator light will come on approximately 20 seconds, until...
  • Page 183 Infotainment System Infotainment Audio Players Navigation CD/DVD Player ....7-18 Using the Navigation System MP3 ......7-27 System .
  • Page 184: Infotainment System

    Infotainment System Introduction All functions are available when the WARNING vehicle is parked. Do the following before driving: Infotainment Taking your eyes off the road too Become familiar with the long or too often while using the Read this manual thoroughly to navigation system operation, navigation system could cause a become familiar with how the...
  • Page 185: Theft-Deterrent Feature

    Infotainment System Always be alert and obey traffic and When the navigation system is When getting started, set your roadway laws and instructions, turned on, a screen may appear preferences or delete information in regardless of the guidance from the with information that must be read the navigation system using various navigation system.
  • Page 186: Overview

    Infotainment System Overview (Power/Volume) (Eject) C. Mark Touch Screen Button (Zoom In) Touch Screen Button E. Map Scale North Up/Heading Up Symbol G. No GPS Symbol H. Full map Touch Screen Button Source (AM, FM, XM, CD, etc.) Clock Touch Screen Button K.
  • Page 187 Infotainment System Q. AUDIO Book Edit/View under Storing Radio Station Presets for deleting R. FAV (Favorite) To set preset radio stations, do the information from the address book. following: (Phone) Limit Features While Driving 1. Press to turn the system on. (Sound) The navigation system may have 2.
  • Page 188 Infotainment System Setting the Clock Entering an Address and Point screen button displays a number. This number represents of Interest, and Storing Preset The navigation system time and the the number of available cities. Destinations analog clock operate independently. Press this button to view the list Changing the time through the Entering an Address and select a city.
  • Page 189 Infotainment System number. The system displays the 5. Select the state/province screen See Point of Interest (POI) under house number range that is button, if needed, to change the for more available for the street. current state or province. A list information.
  • Page 190 Infotainment System 6. Press and hold one of the 4. Select one of the available Guidance Volume screen buttons at the bottom preset destination screen Adjust the volume of voice guidance of the screen until the name buttons. A map screen, with the prompts: appears in the screen button on destination marked appears.
  • Page 191: Radio

    Infotainment System Radio The chime signals related 3. Press and hold for more than to safety belts, parking brake, and two seconds to turn off the other functions of the vehicle navigation system, the Rear AM-FM Radio operate through the navigation Seat Entertainment (RSE) video system.
  • Page 192 7-10 Infotainment System Finding a Station FM Source Shown, Other Sources FM Source Shown, Other Sources Similar Similar AM Source Shown, Other Sources Similar If you do not want to view a split Category: Press the screen button, screen or you are not on a map located in the middle of the screen, If viewing a map screen, press the screen, press AUDIO.
  • Page 193 Infotainment System 7-11 categories. The station information a station, plays for a While the XM audio screen is appears on the display. See Radio few seconds, then goes displaying and a song is being Menu in this section to add and to the next station.
  • Page 194 7-12 Infotainment System Add Artist: Press to save the song While a notification popup alert Sound Menu that is currently playing by the screen displays, press the screen artist's name. button showing the station or press Ignore. Clear All: Press and Hold the Clear All screen button to clear the Storing Radio Station Presets stored favorite songs.
  • Page 195 Infotainment System 7-13 Setting the Tone Digital Signal Processing (DSP) Centerpoint delivers five independent audio channels from TREBLE: Press + or to increase The system has Digital Signal conventional two channel stereo or decrease the treble. If a station is Processing (DSP).
  • Page 196 7-14 Infotainment System Radio Menu Limit Features While Driving Bose AudioPilot Press the Limit Features While AudioPilot: The Bose AudioPilot Driving screen button to turn on and noise compensation technology. off the ability to limit functions while ® To use AudioPilot driving.
  • Page 197: Satellite Radio

    Infotainment System 7-15 At higher volume settings, where Radio Data System (RDS) Satellite Radio the music is much louder than the The audio system has a Radio Data Satellite Radio Service background noise, there may be System (RDS). RDS features are little or no adjustments by is a satellite radio service that available for use only on FM...
  • Page 198 7-16 Infotainment System Radio Messages Channel Unavail: This previously message is received after having assigned channel is no longer your vehicle serviced, check with XL (Explicit Language assigned. your dealer. Channels): XL on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates No Artist Info: No artist XM Radio ID: If tuned to channel 0, content with explicit language.
  • Page 199: Radio Reception

    Infotainment System 7-17 Radio Reception FM Stereo Cellular Phone Usage FM signals only reach about Cellular phone usage may cause Frequency interference and static 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although interference with the vehicle's radio. can occur during normal radio the radio has a built-in electronic This interference may occur when reception if items such as cell phone...
  • Page 200: Satellite Radio Antenna

    7-18 Infotainment System If a cellular telephone antenna Do not apply aftermarket Audio Players needs to be attached to the glass, glass tinting with metallic film. make sure that the grid lines for the The metallic film in some tinting CD/DVD Player AM-FM antenna are not damaged.
  • Page 201 Infotainment System 7-19 As each new track starts to play, the Playing an Audio CD (Rewind): track number displays. 1. Press and hold this screen If an error appears on the display, button to rewind quickly through see CD/DVD Messages in this a track selection.
  • Page 202 7-20 Infotainment System Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) If an error appears on the display, (Seek/Scan): video screen starts play of the DVD see CD/DVD Messages in this 1. To seek tracks, press the up when a DVD video has been section.
  • Page 203 Infotainment System 7-21 menu options are only available if a (Power/Volume): (Stop): DVD has a menu. Use the cursor 1. Press to turn the system on 1. Press to stop play of the DVD. menu to start a DVD video from the and off.
  • Page 204 7-22 Infotainment System Top Menu: Press to display the Search: Press to display the Auto (Automatic): Press so the first menu of the DVD. This is not search screen. Select Title or system can automatically adjust the available on all DVDs. Chapter Search for DVD video and navigation screen background Group or Track for DVD audio.
  • Page 205 Infotainment System 7-23 languages, parental level, audio, Subtitle Language: Press English, Type in a password that you will and to view the aspect of the DVD. French, or Spanish to change the be able to remember. Once the These settings are not available on default language of the subtitles that password is created, you can then all DVDs.
  • Page 206 7-24 Infotainment System surface of a disc is damaged, the Do not add any label to a CD or (Previous Track/Chapter): disc may not play properly or at all. DVD, it could get caught in the 1. Press to return to the start of the Do not touch the bottom surface of player.
  • Page 207 Infotainment System 7-25 The air is very humid. If so, wait To connect a USB storage device, USB Supported File and Folder about an hour and try again. connect the device to the USB port Structure located on the instrument panel or There may have been a problem The guidelines that must be met in the center console.
  • Page 208 7-26 Infotainment System Using the Navigation Audio 3. Press or tap the left or right 6. Press the Back button to go arrow to select desired Category back to the previous screen. System to Control a USB ® such as: Artist, Album, Genre, Storage Device or iPod 7.
  • Page 209: Mp3

    Infotainment System 7-27 Using an MP3 CD MP3 Format There are guidelines that must be met, when creating an MP3 disc. If the guidelines are not met when recording a CD-R(W), the CD may not play. The guidelines are: Sampling rate: 16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz, and 44.1 kHz.
  • Page 210 7-28 Infotainment System Maximum number of folders is Empty Directory or Folder listing. After playing the last track 100 with a maximum hierarchy from the last folder, play begins If a root directory or a folder exists of eight folders. again at the first track of the first somewhere in the file structure that folder or root directory.
  • Page 211 Infotainment System 7-29 Playing an MP3 press AUDIO again, repeatedly until (Rewind): CD is selected or press the CD While playing a CD, the navigation 1. Press and hold to rewind quickly screen button. system is available. through a track selection. You will hear sound at a reduced When you insert a CD, the CD tab volume.
  • Page 212: Auxiliary Devices

    7-30 Infotainment System artist, or album. It may take a When playing an MP3 the rear seat To use a portable audio player, few minutes for the system to operator can power on the RSE connect a 1/8 in (3.5 mm) cable to sort the MP3.
  • Page 213: Rear Seat Infotainment

    Infotainment System 7-31 Drivers are encouraged to set up the AUX screen button. An Rear Seat any auxiliary device while the auxiliary device must be Infotainment vehicle is in P (Park). See connected for the AUX screen button to appear as an option to more information on driver select.
  • Page 214 7-32 Infotainment System Before Driving DVD, and/or CD. While Parental Headphones Control is on, a padlock icon The RSE is designed for rear seat displays. passengers only. The driver cannot The radio can be turned back on safely view the video screen while with a single press of the power driving and should not try to do so.
  • Page 215 Infotainment System 7-33 These headphones can be used to Infrared transmitters are located at Do not store the listen to the radio, CDs, DVDs, the rear of the overhead console. headphones in heat or direct MP3s, DVD As, or any auxiliary The headphones shut off sunlight.
  • Page 216 7-34 Infotainment System Battery Replacement Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks auxiliary device to the A/V jacks. Refer to the manufacturer s To change the batteries on the instructions for proper usage. headphones: Power for auxiliary devices is not 1. Turn the screw to loosen the supplied by the radio system.
  • Page 217 Infotainment System 7-35 Vehicle wired headphone jacks How to Change the RSE Video Video Screen(s) on the RSA system, if the Screen Settings The video screen(s) are located in vehicle has this feature. The screen display mode (normal, the overhead console. The RSE system always transmits full, and zoom), screen brightness, To use the video screen(s):...
  • Page 218 7-36 Infotainment System Avoid directly touching control does not seem to be If this happens, make sure the the video screen, as damage may working, the batteries might need to universal remote control uses a ® occur. See Cleaning the Video be replaced.
  • Page 219 Infotainment System 7-37 button might not work while the (Menu Navigation (Play/Pause): Press this DVD is playing the copyright Arrows): Use the arrow buttons to button to start playing a DVD. Press information or the previews. navigate through a menu. this button while a DVD is playing to pause it.
  • Page 220 7-38 Infotainment System (Audio): Press this button to (Clear): Press this button within Second Third Row change audio tracks on DVDs that three seconds after entering a Button Screen have this feature when the DVD is numeric selection, to clear all Press Screen playing.
  • Page 221 Infotainment System 7-39 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem Recommended Action There is no power. The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black Check the display mode settings in the setup menu by borders on the top and bottom or on both sides, or the pressing the display menu button on the remote control.
  • Page 222 7-40 Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or Check for obstructions, low batteries, reception range, buzzes. and interference from cellular telephone towers, or use a cellular telephone in the vehicle. Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and R (right) on the headphones.
  • Page 223: (Rse) System

    Infotainment System 7-41 Cleaning the Video Screen The vehicle has a feature called Avoid directly touching Retained Accessory Power (RAP). the video screen, as damage can When cleaning the video screen, With RAP, the RSE system can be occur. See Cleaning the Video use only a clean cloth dampened played even after the ignition is Screens later in this section for...
  • Page 224 7-42 Infotainment System CD-Video: A CD that has a disc indicator, and movie. playback starts. If the disc is inserted incorrectly, the CD-R/RW: A disc that has audio DVD player ejects the disc files such as CD-R with and No Disc displays. downloaded MP3 files, MPEG, or JPEG files.
  • Page 225 Infotainment System 7-43 display information from K. PLAY STOP both DVD players and both Press this button located Press once to stop playing A/V inputs. below the video display a DVD. AV OUTPUT (Audio/Video screen to start playback There is a pre-stop feature Output Jack) of a disc.
  • Page 226 7-44 Infotainment System Using the Base RSE 3. Press the SETUP button again M. EJECT on the remote control to cancel On-Screen Display (OSD) Press to eject a disc from use of the setup display. Menus the DVD slot. Not all DVDs support all of the Use the OSD setup display If a disc is ejected from the feature defaults in the setup menus.
  • Page 227 Infotainment System 7-45 4. Press the right navigation arrow and then use the up/down navigation arrows to select a display option. The display options are: Normal/PS (Pan and Scan): This displays the wide picture on the screen with a portion of the left and right sides removed.
  • Page 228 7-46 Infotainment System To setup the Parental Control: 1. Press the SETUP button on the remote control. 2. Use the left/right and down navigation arrows on the remote control to select the Parental sub-menu under the Preference Page. 3. Press the SETUP button, and use the right and up/down navigation arrows to select any one of the available Rating...
  • Page 229 Infotainment System 7-47 To create a six digit password, use RSE Overview Uplevel System the numeric keypad on the remote The loading slot for the DVD player control. Press the ENTER button to is located at the top of the head confirm.
  • Page 230 7-48 Infotainment System The following discs are compatible for any necessary adjustments. See vehicle. The DVD player with the DVD player: Remote Control later in this automatically draws the section. disc in, Loading displays DVD-Video: A DVD that has on the screen along with a video.
  • Page 231 Infotainment System 7-49 adjusted independently, as necessary to press the well as display information play button again to begin from both DVD players and play. There is a play G. Video Input both A/V inputs. position memory feature for DVD and video CD The yellow connector is USB Port only.
  • Page 232 7-50 Infotainment System or eject the disc, to cancel Using the Uplevel RSE Not all DVDs support all of the the pre-stop feature and to feature defaults in the setup menus. On-Screen Display (OSD) clear the disc position If a feature is not supported, the Menus memory.
  • Page 233 Infotainment System 7-51 The angle mark allows different 3. Press the down navigation arrow 3. Press the ENTER button, use viewing angles on the DVD player. to select Speaker Setup the left or right navigation arrows To set the angle mark: sub-menu and to adjust the to adjust the following: speakers setting.
  • Page 234 7-52 Infotainment System Preference Setup Menu 2. Use the left/right and down navigation arrows on the remote PG 13 To set the audio playback language: control to select the Disc PG R 1. Press the SETUP button on the sub-menu under the Preference remote control.
  • Page 235 Infotainment System 7-53 To create a six digit password, use To reset the system back to the is specified by the A/V (audio/video) the numeric keypad on the remote factory default settings: source selected on the driver side control. Press the ENTER button to head restraint video display screen.
  • Page 236 7-54 Infotainment System 3-4 Channel Selector: This is The headphones shut off Objects blocking the line-of-sight located on the right earpiece. Either automatically if the RSE system is can affect the function of the remote Channel 3 or 4 can be selected with turned off or if the headphones are control.
  • Page 237 Infotainment System 7-55 Remote Control Buttons SETUP: Press to change the DVD-Video Screen 4: Press the default settings, see Using the RSE DVD button located under 4 to On-Screen Display (OSD) Menus transmit IR codes for DVD mode on later in this manual. There are four Video Screen 4.
  • Page 238 7-56 Infotainment System SOUND AROUND SELECT: Press TITLE: Press to enter the disc title REPEAT : Press to repeat part to select an FM transmitter channel. mode. The title feature is or all of a chapter, title, track, or the The SOUND AROUND SELECT disc-specific, and may not be entire disc after using the A-B...
  • Page 239 Infotainment System 7-57 DISPLAY: Press to scroll through STOP : Press to stop playback PREV (Previous): Press to display information on the upper left of a disc. play the previous chapter or track. corner of the screen, such as title, To return to previous chapters or To resume disc playback, chapter/track, time elapsed, and...
  • Page 240 7-58 Infotainment System If the remote control is to be stored 4. Press DISPLAY four times and be changed by navigating through for a long period of time, remove the Total Remain appears along with the file system. The DVD player batteries and keep it in a cool, dry the current track playing and the plays the songs in the order they...
  • Page 241 Infotainment System 7-59 Selecting a Play Mode Tips and Troubleshooting dampened with warm water. Dry the screens by wiping with a clean dry The order the songs are played can IR Sensor Inoperative: Check that cotton cloth. be temporarily chosen on a disc. the batteries are good in the remote The FOLDER play mode is the control.
  • Page 242: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)

    7-60 Infotainment System Do not touch the bottom side of a The radio functionality is controlled Turn the iPod on, then choose the CD or DVD while handling it; this by both the RSA and the front radio, auxiliary input with the RSA SRCE ®...
  • Page 243 Infotainment System 7-61 While listening to a disc, press the When a USB device is playing, the (Seek): When listening to FM, right or left seek button can be used AM, or XM (if equipped), press right seek arrow to go to the next to control the device.
  • Page 244: Using The Navigation

    7-62 Infotainment System Navigation 3. Press and hold for more than FAV (Favorite): Press to access two seconds to turn off the the preset stations. See Storing navigation system, the Rear Radio Station Presets under, Using the Navigation Seat Entertainment (RSE), and System Rear Seat Audio (RSA).
  • Page 245: Maps

    Infotainment System 7-63 button cycles through Full Map and beep sounds. Screen buttons are Backspace: Select if an incorrect the tab that displays the current highlighted when a feature is character has been entered. audio source (AM, FM, XM (if available.
  • Page 246 7-64 Infotainment System information such as street names, The navigation system informs English or metric, see street address, turn restrictions, etc. through voice prompts when you are A detailed area includes all major traveling into a limited guidance for more information. highways, service roads, and area where route guidance is not Scrolling the Map...
  • Page 247: Navigation Symbols

    Infotainment System 7-65 If scrolling while the vehicle is in Navigation Symbols motion, there is one scroll speed The following symbols are the most and a limited distance to scroll. common symbols that appear on a Keep pressing on the map screen to map screen.
  • Page 248 7-66 Infotainment System The north up symbol indicates the map with North Up, known as North Up mode. While in North Up mode, the vehicle icon follows the north direction on the map regardless of which The distance and time to destination The straight line to distance symbol direction the vehicle is traveling.
  • Page 249 Infotainment System 7-67 The shaded triangle indicates the Displaying POI icons on the map North direction. While in Heading shows where POIs (e.g. restaurants, Up mode the direction at the top of gas stations, etc.) are located. This the screen and the way the vehicle screen appears after selecting the icon is heading indicates the POI screen button.
  • Page 250 7-68 Infotainment System More: Press to view more POI Address Book: Press to add this categories. POI to the address book. See Nav under Franchise Search: for information on editing address 1. Press to display a list of pre-set book entries. franchise categories near the GO: Press to make this POI a vehicle's current location.
  • Page 251 Infotainment System 7-69 Clear All: Press this screen button 3-D Lane Guidance to clear all selected POI categories. Driving on a Route When driving on a routed destination, the map screen automatically displays the next maneuver. When approximately 400 m (1/4 mi) from the next maneuver, the screen Some major metropolitan areas may displays the name and a detailed...
  • Page 252: Destination

    7-70 Infotainment System Dual Mode Destination Press DEST to access the Destination Entry screen. From this screen, you can select from several options to plan a route by entering destination points. This dual screen symbol displays when the screen is in dual mode. Dual mode displays the route on half of the screen and a maneuver or Interstate Exit list on the other...
  • Page 253 Infotainment System 7-71 Enter the City Name or press the number. This number represents 3. Select the state/province screen Last 5 Cities screen button. the number of available streets. button, if needed, to change the Press this button to view the list. current state or province.
  • Page 254 7-72 Infotainment System the number of available streets. To enter a destination by entering a available, a list displays. If more Press this button to view the list cross street: than five are available, the List and select a street. screen button displays a 1.
  • Page 255 Infotainment System 7-73 See Getting Started on Your the alpha keyboard, select a 5. Press GO, located next to the Route in this section for more category from the category list, POI. The map screen, with the information. or select the Franchise Search destination marked displays.
  • Page 256 7-74 Infotainment System 5. Press GO, located next to the 4. Select a category. Address Book POI. The map screen, with the The system displays available The address book entry method lets destination marked displays. POI names in the selected you select a destination by selecting an address that has been stored in 6.
  • Page 257 Infotainment System 7-75 To use the address book entry Previous Destination To use the previous destination method: entry method: The previous destination entry 1. Press DEST. method lets you select a destination 1. Press DEST. from a list of previous destination 2.
  • Page 258 7-76 Infotainment System From Map Map Coordinates 3. Use and press on the map to find the area that you This destination entry method allows The coordinates destination entry would like to select as your you to select a destination by method lets you select a destination destination.
  • Page 259 Infotainment System 7-77 4. Press Latitude and select either Preset Destination To use the preset destination entry N (North) or S (South) to enter method: The preset destination entry method the direction of the latitude lets you set a destination by 1.
  • Page 260 7-78 Infotainment System ® Map Destination Screen Functions Low Fuel Warning OnStar Destination Download (US and Canada) If the map screen is used to show destination, it will have map screen OnStar Destination Download (if capabilities such as GO, Mark, equipped) is a service available for Zoom, Scroll, etc.
  • Page 261 Infotainment System 7-79 Press Add to Address Book, the next waypoint in the existing route. navigation system copies the All features such as Call and Add to downloaded destination to the Address Book will be available for address book and displays the the waypoint.
  • Page 262 7-80 Infotainment System database and routing by Getting Started on Your Route coordinates is not available, the Once a destination has been GO and Map buttons gray out entered, there are several functions and routing will not be available. that can be performed. Press DEST Press the blue OnStar button for to access the Route screen.
  • Page 263 Infotainment System 7-81 Turn List (Fast Forward Scroll): Press to scroll to the next stopover or to the final destination. The (fast forward skip) button changes to a fast speed fast forward. (Fast Forward Skip): Press to go to the next stopover or to the final destination.
  • Page 264 7-82 Infotainment System Add Stopover 3. Using the desired method of 2. Press Delete for the desired entering a destination, enter the stopover to delete. stopover. See Destination 3. The system displays a pop-up previously for more information. confirmation message. Press 4.
  • Page 265 Infotainment System 7-83 Adding Destinations to the Adding or Changing Preset 3. Press and hold one of the buttons at the bottom of the Address Book Destinations screen until the name appears in There are two ways to add a This feature allows additions or that preset destination screen destination to the address book:...
  • Page 266: Configure Menu

    7-84 Infotainment System Configure Menu Sound Nav (Navigation) Press CONFIG to enter the configure menu options, then press CONFIG again, repeatedly until Sound is selected or press the Sound screen button to make speaker and DSP (Digital Signal Processing) adjustments. See Sound Menu under, for more information.
  • Page 267 Infotainment System 7-85 Volume: Press + or to increase Allow Time and Seasonal or to decrease the volume of the Restricted Roads: This feature voice prompts. The system will allows the system to use time respond with the adjusted voice restricted and seasonal roads when level.
  • Page 268 7-86 Infotainment System 5. Press the Phone # screen button 5. The system will ask for you to 4. A list of all the address book and use the numeric keyboard to state the name. You will have entries will display. Press and input or change the phone four seconds to state the name.
  • Page 269 Infotainment System 7-87 1. Press the Map Database When the off-road mode is turned XM NavTraffic (USA and Information/Remove Map Data on, the navigation system will show Canada) screen button to display the Map the path being traveled by the Vehicles with the navigation system Coverage Area screen.
  • Page 270 7-88 Infotainment System Traffic information is delivered to the Turning XM NavTraffic On and Off vehicle by the XM Radio satellites. To turn traffic on or off: XM NavTraffic makes it possible for 1. Press CONFIG, then press the navigation system to provide CONFIG repeatedly until Nav is continuously updated traffic selected or press the Nav...
  • Page 271 Infotainment System 7-89 Traffic Icon Without a route planned, if travelling Traffic on a major interstate, the system The Traffic Icon appears on the Condition Status Icon lists events immediately ahead on Traffic Tab, next to the word Traffic, the interstate first. Then all other when traffic is found in the traffic events follow.
  • Page 272 7-90 Infotainment System An arrow may appear before the Options distance. The arrow indicates the distance is a straight line distance and it shows the direction of the event from the current vehicle's position. If no arrow appears, the distance indicates how far the event is ahead on current Interstate highway or route.
  • Page 273 Infotainment System 7-91 Yellow indicates slightly impaired With route planned, Traffic Event Name traffic flow with average speed on Route screen displays. Press the Name screen button to between 40 km/h (25 mph) and If the Alert for Approaching Traffic display traffic events in the order of 72 km/h (45 mph).
  • Page 274 7-92 Infotainment System Scrolling to Traffic Events on condition displays. See Scrolling the Map the Map under (Alert): Object in the roadway, for more information. disabled vehicle, or dangerous road To display traffic events in another conditions. state or a great distance away, (Accident): Roadway obstructed scroll to the desired area, and then due to accident.
  • Page 275 Infotainment System 7-93 Detailed Traffic Event Screens Back, Map, More, and Avoid Avoid: This button is used to avoid the location of an event on the These buttons have common route. If pressed, a new route is functions across all three Detailed calculated and the related traffic Traffic Event screens.
  • Page 276 7-94 Infotainment System The RPT (Repeat) button is for The Extended Forecast Weather navigation traffic maneuvers only. screen displays five days of the It is not used to repeat traffic forecasted weather at the vehicle s prompts. During a traffic voice current position.
  • Page 277 Infotainment System 7-95 Display Brightness/Contrast/Mode Night: Press to make the map background darker. Day: Press to make the map background brighter. Rear Vision Camera (If Equipped) Press this screen button to change Press CONFIG to enter the the brightness, contrast, and mode configure menu options, then press of the display.
  • Page 278: Global Positioning

    7-96 Infotainment System For more information about the Rear Setting the Clock Global Positioning Vision Camera, see System (GPS) The navigation system time and the in the analog clock operate independently. vehicle owner manual. The navigation system determines Changing the time through the the position of the vehicle by using navigation system does not change Rear Display(s)
  • Page 279: Vehicle Positioning

    Infotainment System 7-97 Current position calibration is set This system may not be available or For more information if the GPS is incorrectly. interferences may occur if any of the not functioning properly, see following are true: Vehicle is traveling at high speed.
  • Page 280: Problems With Route

    7-98 Infotainment System Vehicle is driving in heavy traffic It may take a long time to If the System Needs where driving is at low speeds, operate automatic rerouting Service and the vehicle is stopped and during high-speed driving. started repeatedly. If the navigation system needs Automatic rerouting may display service and the steps listed here...
  • Page 281: Database Coverage

    Some areas General Motors of Mexico, produced. The map database is have greater map detail than others. Customer Care Center Cadillac updated periodically, provided that The navigation system works only toll-free phone number, the map information has changed.
  • Page 282: Voice Recognition

    7-100 Infotainment System Voice Recognition To use voice recognition: Helpful Hints for Stating Commands The navigation system's voice When a multiple command is recognition allows for hands-free available, choose the command operation of the navigation system, that works best. audio system, and OnStar (if Words that are in brackets are equipped) features.
  • Page 283 Infotainment System 7-101 Background noise may cause Voice Tag Commands Storing Voice Tags voice commands to be The following are voice tag From the address book entry misunderstood, including airflow commands that can be accessed by information page, press the Add noise from wind.
  • Page 284 7-102 Infotainment System System help: Instructs the system Radio [select] (channel) XM CD, DVD, Disc select next to assist with display commands. (if equipped), radio [select] folder: Use this command to select (channel) satellite (if equipped): the next folder on the MP3 or Radio Commands Instructs the system to go to a audio DVD.
  • Page 285: Bluetooth

    Infotainment System 7-103 Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. Phone A Bluetooth system can use a The system may not work with Bluetooth capable cell phone with a all cell phones. See Pairing in Hands Free Profile to make and Bluetooth this section for more information.
  • Page 286 7-104 Infotainment System Up to five cell phones can be When to Speak: A short tone (Push To Talk): Press to paired to the Bluetooth system. sounds after the system responds answer incoming calls, confirm indicating when it is waiting for a The pairing process is disabled system information, and start voice command.
  • Page 287 Infotainment System 7-105 Pairing a Phone with <phone name> has been 3. Say Delete. The system asks successfully paired after the which phone to delete. 1. Press and hold pairing process is complete. 4. Say the name of the phone you two seconds.
  • Page 288 7-106 Infotainment System Storing and Deleting Phone Using the Store Command repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last Numbers 1. Press and hold digit has been entered, say The system can store up to two seconds.
  • Page 289 Infotainment System 7-107 Listing Stored Numbers Using the Dial or Call To hear all of the numbers Command recognized by the system, say The list command will list all stored Verify at any time. numbers and name tags. 1. Press and hold 1.
  • Page 290 7-108 Infotainment System Receiving a Call Three Way Calling Muting a Call When an incoming call is received, Three way calling must be During a call, all sounds from inside the audio system mutes and a ring supported on the cell phone and the vehicle can be muted so that the tone is heard in the vehicle.
  • Page 291 Infotainment System 7-109 Transferring Audio from the Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone (DTMF) Tones Voice pass thru allows access to the During a call with the audio in the voice recognition commands on the The Bluetooth system can send vehicle: cell phone.
  • Page 292 7-110 Infotainment System Clearing the System Other Information ® Unless information is deleted out of The Bluetooth word mark and ® the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it logos are owned by the Bluetooth will be retained indefinitely. This SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks includes all saved name tags in the by General Motors is under license.
  • Page 301 Driving and Operating Driving and Starting and Operating Brakes New Vehicle Break-In ..9-21 Antilock Brake Operating Adjustable Throttle and Brake System (ABS) ....9-35 Pedal .
  • Page 302: Driving And Operating

    Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel Driving Information passenger to handle potential Fuel ......9-51 distractions.
  • Page 303: Defensive Driving

    Driving and Operating Defensive Driving Drunk Driving WARNING Defensive driving means always Death and injury associated with Taking your eyes off the road too expect the unexpected. The first drinking and driving is a global long or too often could cause a step in driving defensively is to wear tragedy.
  • Page 304: Control Of A Vehicle

    Driving and Operating Control of a Vehicle If the engine ever stops while the If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the vehicle is being driven, brake hybrid supplement for more Braking, steering, and accelerating normally but do not pump the information.
  • Page 305: Off-Road Recovery

    Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 3. Then turn the steering wheel to If the vehicle starts to slide, follow go straight down the roadway. these suggestions: Ease your foot off the Loss of Control accelerator pedal and quickly steer the way you want the Skidding vehicle to go.
  • Page 306: Off-Road Driving

    Driving and Operating Make sure all underbody Remember: Antilock brakes help WARNING shields, if equipped, are properly avoid only the braking skid. attached. When driving off-road, bouncing Off-Road Driving Know the local laws that apply to and quick changes in direction off-road driving.
  • Page 307 Driving and Operating Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading Driving on Hills the vehicle, see Off-Road Driving Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of WARNING what the vehicle can and cannot do. Environmental Concerns Always use established trails, Unsecured cargo on the load WARNING...
  • Page 308 Driving and Operating Never go downhill forward or When driving on hills: If the vehicle stalls on a hill: backward with the transmission Use a low gear and keep a firm 1. Apply the brakes to stop the in N (Neutral). The brakes could grip on the steering wheel.
  • Page 309 Driving and Operating The vehicle can roll Surface conditions can be a If an incline must be driven backward quickly and problem. Loose gravel, muddy across, and the vehicle starts to you could lose control. spots, or even wet grass can slide, turn downhill.
  • Page 310 9-10 Driving and Operating Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, Do not drive through WARNING (Continued) standing water if it is deep or Ice enough to cover the wheel hubs, Use a low gear when driving in vehicle could fall through the ice; axles or exhaust pipe.
  • Page 311: Driving On Wet Roads

    Driving and Operating 9-11 Check the body structure, steering, There is no hard and fast rule about WARNING (Continued) suspension, wheels, tires, and hydroplaning. The best advice is to exhaust system for damage and slow down when the road is wet. After driving through a large check the fuel lines and cooling Other Rainy Weather Tips...
  • Page 312: Highway Hypnosis

    9-12 Driving and Operating Highway Hypnosis Hill and Mountain Roads WARNING Always be alert and pay attention to Driving on steep hills or through Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) your surroundings while driving. mountains is different than driving or with the ignition off is If you become tired or sleepy, find a on flat or rolling terrain.
  • Page 313: Winter Driving

    Driving and Operating 9-13 Pay attention to special road Drive with caution, whatever the Allow greater following distance on signs (falling rocks area, winding condition. Accelerate gently so any slippery road and watch for roads, long grades, passing or traction is not lost. Accelerating too slippery spots.
  • Page 314 9-14 Driving and Operating Blizzard Conditions WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Being stuck in snow can be a serious situation. Stay with the If the vehicle is stuck in the snow: For more information about vehicle unless there is help nearby. carbon monoxide, see Clear away snow from around If possible, use the...
  • Page 315: If The Vehicle Is Stuck

    Driving and Operating 9-15 If the Vehicle Is Stuck For information about using tire has them. If the vehicle does need chains on the vehicle, see to be towed out, see Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when Rocking Your Vehicle to Get Recovery Hooks stuck in sand, mud, ice, or snow.
  • Page 316: Vehicle Load Limits

    9-16 Driving and Operating Never use recovery Two labels on your vehicle show Tire and Loading Information hooks to tow the vehicle. Your Label how much weight it was vehicle could be damaged and it designed to carry, the Tire and would not be covered by Loading Information label and warranty.
  • Page 317 Driving and Operating 9-17 loading information label shows Steps for Determining Correct the amount of available cargo Load Limit the number of occupant seating and luggage load capacity is positions (A), and the maximum 650 lbs (1400 750 (5 x 150) Locate the statement The vehicle capacity weight (B) in = 650 lbs).
  • Page 318 9-18 Driving and Operating Example 1 Example 2 Example 3 A. Maximum Vehicle Capacity A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for A. Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) (1,000 lbs) B.
  • Page 319 Driving and Operating 9-19 weight of the driver, passengers, Rating (GVWR). The GVWR WARNING and cargo should never exceed includes the weight of the your vehicle's capacity weight. vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and Do not load the vehicle any cargo. heavier than the Gross Certification/Tire Label Vehicle Weight Rating...
  • Page 320 9-20 Driving and Operating weight ratings. Ask your dealer Add-On Equipment WARNING (Continued) to help you load your vehicle the When you carry removable right way. items, you may need to put a inside the vehicle so that If you put things inside your limit on how many people you some of them are above the vehicle...
  • Page 321: Starting And Operating

    Driving and Operating 9-21 Automatic Level Control automatically adjust vehicle Starting and height thereafter. The system The automatic level control rear Operating may exhaust (lower vehicle suspension comes as a part of height) for up to 10 minutes after the Road Sensing Suspension. New Vehicle Break-In the ignition key has been turned to LOCK.
  • Page 322: Adjustable Throttle And Brake

    9-22 Driving and Operating new linings can mean Ignition Positions premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. Do not tow a trailer during The switch used to adjust the break-in. See pedals is located on the center for the trailer console below the climate control...
  • Page 323 Driving and Operating 9-23 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 3. Come to a complete stop, shift key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If this will remain active. See to P (Park), and turn the ignition doesn't work, then the vehicle needs to LOCK/OFF. On vehicles with service.
  • Page 324: Starting The Engine

    9-24 Driving and Operating The switch stays in this position Starting the Engine The vehicle has a when the engine is running. The Computer-Controlled Cranking If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the transmission is also unlocked in this System. This feature assists in hybrid supplement for more position on automatic transmission starting the engine and protects...
  • Page 325: Engine Heater

    Driving and Operating 9-25 prevent possible vehicle Wait at least 15 seconds Engine Heater component damage. When this between each try, to allow the The engine coolant heater can happens, hold the ignition switch cranking motor to cool down. provide easier starting and better in the START position to When the engine starts, let go of fuel economy during engine...
  • Page 326: Power (Rap)

    9-26 Driving and Operating 3. Plug the cord into a normal, The length of time the heater should Shifting Into Park grounded 110-volt AC outlet. remain plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a dealer in the WARNING area where you will be parking the WARNING vehicle for the best advice on this.
  • Page 327: Shifting Out Of Park

    Driving and Operating 9-27 4. Remove the key and take it with Then, see if you can move the shift in the transmission. Then you you. If you can leave the vehicle lever away from P (Park) without should be able to pull the shift lever with the ignition key in your first pulling it toward you.
  • Page 328: Parking Over Things

    9-28 Driving and Operating If the vehicle has an uncharged Parking over Things When less power is required, such battery or a battery with low voltage, as cruising at a constant vehicle That Burn try charging or jump starting the speed, the system will operate in battery.
  • Page 329: Engine Exhaust

    Driving and Operating 9-29 Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) WARNING The exhaust system leaks If unusual fumes are detected or due to corrosion or damage. if it is suspected that exhaust is Engine exhaust contains carbon coming into the vehicle: monoxide (CO) which cannot be The vehicle exhaust system seen or smelled.
  • Page 330: Running The Vehicle While

    9-30 Driving and Operating Running the Vehicle Automatic WARNING While Parked Transmission It can be dangerous to get out of It is better not to park with the If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the the vehicle if the automatic engine running.
  • Page 331 Driving and Operating 9-31 P (Park): This position locks the N (Neutral): In this position, the WARNING (Continued) rear wheels. It is the best position to engine does not connect with the use when you start the engine wheels. To restart when you are vehicle will not move, even when because the vehicle cannot move already moving, use N (Neutral)
  • Page 332 9-32 Driving and Operating D (Drive): This position is for M (Manual Mode): This position If the shift stabilization feature normal driving. It provides the best lets drivers select the range of gears determines that a current vehicle fuel economy. If you need more appropriate for current driving speed cannot be maintained, the power for passing, and you are:...
  • Page 333: Manual Mode

    Driving and Operating 9-33 may be more noticeable with a cold The DIC display will show the Tow/Haul Mode transmission. This difference in message MANUAL SHIFT on the shifting is normal. first line and the current gear will be displayed on the second line. The Manual Mode number displayed in the DIC is the highest gear that can be used.
  • Page 334: Drive Systems

    9-34 Driving and Operating Also see Tow/Haul Mode under previously and Drive Systems for more information on more information. the Range Selection Mode. Grade All-Wheel Drive Braking assists in maintaining The Tow/Haul Mode works with the desired vehicle speeds when driving If the vehicle has this feature, ®...
  • Page 335: Antilock Brake

    Driving and Operating 9-35 Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it suddenly slows or stops. Always becomes necessary to slam on the leave enough room up ahead to brakes and continue braking to stop, even with ABS. Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a Using ABS...
  • Page 336: Parking Brake

    9-36 Driving and Operating Parking Brake brake is fully released and the power brake system under brake warning light is off before conditions where the driver has driving. quickly and forcefully applied the brake pedal in an attempt to quickly To release the parking brake, hold stop or slow down the vehicle.
  • Page 337: Ride Control Systems Stabilitrak System

    Driving and Operating 9-37 drive off. After the driver completely Ride Control Systems the vehicle is started. See stops and holds the vehicle in a complete standstill on a grade, HSA for more information. ® StabiliTrak System will be automatically activated. When the vehicle is started and During the transition period between The vehicle has a vehicle stability...
  • Page 338 9-38 Driving and Operating If a DIC message appears, make the appropriate DIC message sure the StabiliTrak system has not displays. This will also disable the been turned off using the Traction TSC feature. Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak Traction control and StabiliTrak can button.
  • Page 339 Driving and Operating 9-39 It is recommended to leave the control is turned off, only the reduction in acceleration may be system on for normal driving brake-traction control portion of noticed, or a noise or vibration may conditions, but it may be necessary traction control will work.
  • Page 340: Locking Rear Axle

    9-40 Driving and Operating Adding non dealer accessories can each shock absorber to position, lift/dive and steering affect the vehicle's performance. independently adjust the damping position of the vehicle. The level to provide the optimum controller then sends signals to vehicle ride.
  • Page 341: Cruise Control

    Driving and Operating 9-41 better handling under a variety of Cruise Control When the brakes are applied, cruise passenger and loading conditions. control is turned off. An air compressor connected to the This vehicle has a Hydra Matic WARNING rear shocks will raise or lower the 6 speed automatic transmission, rear of the vehicle to maintain see Grade Braking under...
  • Page 342 9-42 Driving and Operating (Set/Coast): Press to set Resuming a Set Speed the speed and activate cruise If the cruise control is set at a control or make the vehicle desired speed and then the brakes decelerate. are applied, the cruise control is disengaged without erasing the set (Cancel): Press to disengage cruise control without erasing the...
  • Page 343 Driving and Operating 9-43 Reducing Speed While Using Using Cruise Control on Hills When the brakes are manually Cruise Control applied the cruise control is How well the cruise control works disengaged. If the cruise control system is on hills depends on the vehicle already activated, speed, the load, and the steepness Ending Cruise Control...
  • Page 344: Object Detection Systems

    9-44 Driving and Operating Object Detection How the System Works Turning the System On and Off URPA comes on automatically when Systems the shift lever is moved into R (Reverse). A single tone sounds Ultrasonic Parking Assist to indicate the system is working. If available, the Ultrasonic Rear URPA operates only at speeds less Parking Assist (URPA) system uses...
  • Page 345: Side Blind Zone

    Driving and Operating 9-45 PARKING ASSIST OFF: This Other conditions may affect system message occurs if the driver performance, such as vibrations disables the system or if the vehicle from a jackhammer or the is driven above 8 km/h (5 mph) in compression of air brakes on a very R (Reverse).
  • Page 346 9-46 Driving and Operating How the System Works zone. If the turn signal is activated ignore stationary objects; however, and a vehicle is also detected on the system may occasionally light The SBZA symbol lights up in the the same side, the display will flash up due to guard rails, signs, trees, side mirrors when the system to give you extra warning not to...
  • Page 347 Driving and Operating 9-47 The SBZA displays may remain on SIDE BLIND ZONE SYSTEM FCC Information if a trailer is attached to the vehicle, UNAVAILABLE: This message or a bicycle or object is extending indicates that the SBZA system is for information out to either side of the vehicle.
  • Page 348: Rear Vision

    9-48 Driving and Operating Rear Vision To turn the RVC system on or off: WARNING (Continued) Camera (RVC) 1. Shift into P (Park). 2. Press the CONFIG hard key to Failure to use proper care before If available, the Rear Vision Camera enter the configure menu backing may result in injury, (RVC) system displays part of the...
  • Page 349 Driving and Operating 9-49 The delay that is received after 3. Press the CONFIG hard key to (Contrast): Touch the + (plus) or shifting out of R (Reverse) is enter the configure menu (minus) screen buttons to increase approximately 10 seconds. The options, then press the CONFIG or decrease the contrast of the delay can be canceled by...
  • Page 350 9-50 Driving and Operating 4. Select the Rear Camera Options screen button. The Rear Camera Options screen displays. 5. Touch the Guidelines screen button. The screen button will be highlighted when on. RVC Location A. View displayed by the camera B.
  • Page 351: Fuel

    Driving and Operating 9-51 When the System Does Not Fuel Seem To Work Properly Use of the recommended fuel is The RVC system might not work an important part of the proper properly or display a clear image if: maintenance of this vehicle. To help keep the engine clean and maintain The RVC is turned off.
  • Page 352: Recommended Fuel

    9-52 Driving and Operating Recommended Fuel Gasoline Specifications satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal specifications, but emission (U.S. and Canada Only) Use premium unleaded gasoline control system performance might with a posted octane rating of 91 or be affected. The malfunction At a minimum, gasoline should meet higher.
  • Page 353: Fuel Additives

    Driving and Operating 9-53 Fuel Additives For customers who do not use TOP This vehicle was not TIER Detergent Gasoline regularly, designed for fuel that contains To provide cleaner air, all gasolines one bottle of GM Fuel System methanol. Do not use fuel in the United States are now Treatment PLUS, added to the fuel containing methanol.
  • Page 354: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)

    9-54 Driving and Operating Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) At a minimum, E85 should meet E85 has less energy per liter ASTM Specification D 5798 or (gallon) than gasoline, so you will Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge CGSB Specification 3.512. Filling need to refill the fuel tank more and a yellow fuel cap can use either the tank with fuel mixtures that do...
  • Page 355: Filling The Tank

    Driving and Operating 9-55 Filling the Tank The tethered fuel cap is located To remove the fuel cap, turn it behind a hinged fuel door on the slowly counterclockwise. The fuel driver side of the vehicle. If the cap has a spring in it; if the cap is WARNING vehicle has E85 fuel capability, the released too soon, it will spring back...
  • Page 356: Filling A Portable Fuel

    9-56 Driving and Operating Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not Filling a Portable Fuel WARNING top off or overfill the tank and wait a Container few seconds after you have finished If a fire starts while you are pumping before removing the refueling, do not remove the WARNING...
  • Page 357: General Towing

    Driving and Operating 9-57 Towing vehicle such as a motor home, see WARNING (Continued) General Towing Bring the fill nozzle in contact Information Driving Characteristics with the inside of the fill and Towing Tips opening before operating the Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle.
  • Page 358 9-58 Driving and Operating (50 mph) and do not make starts Driving with a Trailer WARNING (Continued) at full throttle. This helps the engine and other parts of the WARNING Fully open the air outlets on vehicle wear in at the heavier or under the instrument loads.
  • Page 359 Driving and Operating 9-59 Before starting, check all trailer hitch Passing When turning with a trailer, make parts and attachments, safety wider turns than normal. Do this so More passing distance is needed chains, electrical connectors, the trailer will not strike soft when towing a trailer.
  • Page 360: Parking On Hills

    9-60 Driving and Operating The tow/haul mode may be used if Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then the transmission shifts too often. apply the parking brake and shift into P (Park). WARNING When towing at high altitude on 5.
  • Page 361: Trailer Towing

    Driving and Operating 9-61 4. Release the parking brake. Trailer Towing WARNING (Continued) 5. Let up on the brake pedal. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the dealer for advice and information hybrid supplement for more 6. Drive slowly until the trailer is about towing a trailer with the information.
  • Page 362 9-62 Driving and Operating The following information has many any special equipment on the time-tested, important trailering tips vehicle, and the amount of tongue and safety rules. Many of these are weight the vehicle can carry. See important for your safety and that of Weight of the Trailer Tongue later your passengers.
  • Page 363 Driving and Operating 9-63 Use the following chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* Escalade 2WD 6.2L V8 3.42 3 765 kg (8,300 lbs) 6 350 kg (14,000 lbs) Escalade AWD 6.2L V8 3.42...
  • Page 364 9-64 Driving and Operating Trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent and fifth wheel vehicle, or the RGAWR, with the tow or gooseneck kingpin weight should be 15 to 25 percent of the loaded trailer vehicle and trailer fully loaded for weight (B) up to the maximums for vehicle series and hitch type.
  • Page 365: Towing Equipment

    Driving and Operating 9-65 Towing Equipment Consider using sway controls with Hitch Cover (without Dual any trailer. Ask a trailering Exhaust) Hitches professional about sway controls or The vehicle may have a hitch cover. refer to the trailer manufacturer's The correct hitch equipment helps To remove the hitch cover: recommendations and instructions.
  • Page 366 9-66 Driving and Operating To reinstall the hitch cover: Hitch Cover (with Dual To reinstall the hitch cover: Exhaust) 1. Hold the cover at a 45 degree 1. Insert the tabs on the hitch cover angle to the vehicle and push into the slots in the upper To remove the hitch cover: the upper tabs in the hitch cover...
  • Page 367 Driving and Operating 9-67 Trailer Brakes Trailer Wiring Harness The seven-wire harness contains the following trailer circuits: A loaded trailer that weighs more Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal than 900 kg (2,000 lbs) needs to Package have its own brake system that is Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn adequate for the weight of the Signal...
  • Page 368 9-68 Driving and Operating headlamps as a second way to Tow/Haul Mode Tow/Haul is designed to be most boost the vehicle system and effective when the vehicle and charge the battery. trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle's Gross Electric Brake Control Wiring Combined Weight Rating (GCWR).
  • Page 369: Trailer Sway

    Driving and Operating 9-69 Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul Trailer Sway Conversions and when lightly loaded or with no trailer Control (TSC) Add-Ons at all will not cause damage. However, there is no benefit to the Non-hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak selection of Tow/Haul when the Add-On Electrical have a Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
  • Page 370 9-70 Driving and Operating NOTES...
  • Page 495 Canada) ....13-1 Reporting Safety Defects to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns Customer Satisfaction the United States with the sales transaction or the Procedure (Mexico) .
  • Page 496 You may contact the BBB Auto Center at 1-800-458-8006. In Both General Motors and your Line 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 497 our impartial program offers In the event that you do advantages over courts in most not feel your concerns have been jurisdictions because it is informal, addressed after following the quick, and free of charge. procedure outlined in Steps One For further information concerning and Two, General Motors of Canada eligibility in the Canadian Motor...
  • Page 498 If you have a problem that has not assistance. However, if a customer been satisfactorily handled through Center (CAC) and provide the wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, the normal means, we suggest the following information: the letter should be addressed to:...
  • Page 499 General Motors of Canada Limited Canadian Cadillac Customer Care 5329-0816 Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive General Motors de Mexico, S. de Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 R.L. de C.V. 01-800-466-0816 www.gm.ca Customer Assistance Center Av. Ejercito Nacional #843 1-888-446-2000 Col.
  • Page 500 Digital owner manual, warranty dialing: 1-800-833-2622. TTY users information, and more. in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. Storage for online service and Take a trip to the Cadillac Owner maintenance records. Centre: Cadillac dealer locator for Chat live with online help service nationwide.
  • Page 501 GM Mobility Assistance home telephone number. your vehicle, quickly and easily. Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text Telephone number of your Telephone (TTY) users, call Find the Cadillac-recommended 1-800-833-9935. location. maintenance services for your vehicle. Location of the vehicle. General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program.
  • Page 502 It provides every replacement of the tire if it is not Cadillac owner in the United States covered by the warranty. with the advantage of contacting a Service to Cadillac advisor and, where Delivery of enough fuel for the jump start a dead battery.
  • Page 503 Each technician travels with a registration is required. specially equipped service vehicle complete with the necessary Limit of Cadillac parts and tools required to As a new owner, your vehicle is six requests per year. handle most roadside repairs. automatically enrolled in the Roadside Assistance program.
  • Page 504 If the vehicle is in another city renewal of this program at the end outside of your residence, Transmission of urgent phone of its term, contact the Cadillac Roadside Assistance is limited messages. Customer Assistance Center to moving the vehicle to the : Call for at 01-800-466-0805.
  • Page 505 Once the dealer has with a carrying capacity greater Cadillac dealership to repair the reported that the vehicle has than 3.5 tons. vehicle the same day, requiring been repaired, Roadside...
  • Page 506 Cost of towing a trailer when phone, use the following numbers: unforeseen circumstances, such choosing a Cadillac dealer that as natural phenomena of an is nearest to the temporary extraordinary nature, storage facility for the disabled...
  • Page 507 Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, if you are unable to wait, GM helps When the vehicle requires warranty To enhance your ownership to minimize inconvenience by service, contact your dealer and experience, we and our participating providing several transportation request an appointment.
  • Page 508 original receipts and can only be up insurance coverage, credit card, etc. to the maximum amount allowed by You are responsible for fuel usage GM for shuttle service. In addition, charges and may also be for U.S. customers, should you responsible for taxes, levies, usage If the vehicle is involved in a arrange transportation through a...
  • Page 509 Recycled original equipment parts Limited Warranty, and any vehicle aftermarket collision parts. Some may also be used for repair. These failure related to such parts is not insurance companies will not parts are typically removed from covered by that warranty. specify aftermarket collision parts.
  • Page 510 Insurance company and policy Move the vehicle only if its position Insurance pays the bill for the repair, number. puts you in danger, or you are but you must live with the repair. instructed to move it by a police Depending on your policy limits, General description of the officer.
  • Page 511 Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and specifically for owners and intended Manuals are available for current to provide basic operational and past model GM vehicles. information about the vehicle. The Service Manuals have the diagnosis Owner Manual includes the and repair information on the Maintenance Schedule for all engines, transmission, axle,...
  • Page 512 However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. If you live in Canada, and you To contact NHTSA, you may call believe that the vehicle has a safety the Vehicle Safety Hotline defect, notify Transport Canada toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 immediately, and notify General (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);...
  • Page 513 The Center For example, the vehicle uses EDR is designed to record data Cadillac Motor Car Division computer modules to monitor and related to vehicle dynamics and P.O. Box 33169 control engine and transmission...
  • Page 514 This data can help provide a better GM will not access this data or www.onstar.ca (Canada), or by understanding of the circumstances share it with others except: with the pressing the button and in which crashes and injuries occur. consent of the vehicle owner or, speaking to an advisor.
  • Page 515 GM vehicles does not use or record Operation is subject to the following personal information or link with any two conditions: other GM system containing 1. The device may not cause personal information. harmful interference. 2. The device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the...
  • Page 525 Airbag System (cont'd) Antilock Brake What Will You See after an System (ABS) ....9-35 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-32 Warning Light .
  • Page 526 Automatic Transmission Brake Manual Mode ....9-33 Pedal and Adjustable Calibration ..... . 5-5 Shift Lock Control Throttle .
  • Page 527 Child Restraints Continuous Damping Infants and Young Control (CDC) ....9-40 Damage Repair, Collision ..13-14 Children .....3-43 Control of a Vehicle .
  • Page 528 Driver Information Engine (cont'd) Drive Belt Routing ... .12-3 Center (DIC) ....5-23 E85 Fuel ..... . . 9-54 Driving Exhaust .
  • Page 529 Fuel ......9-51 Additives .....9-53 Garage Door Opener .
  • Page 530 High-Speed Operation ..10-53 Highway Hypnosis ... . . 9-12 Hazard Warning Flashers ..6-7 Key and Lock Messages ..5-32 Hill and Mountain Roads .
  • Page 531 LATCH System Lights (cont'd) High-Beam On ....5-22 Replacing Parts after a Maintenance Crash ..... . .3-56 High/Low Beam Changer .
  • Page 532 Messages (cont'd) Online Owner Center ..13-6 ® Lamp ......5-32 OnStar Navigation Object Detection System .
  • Page 533 Power Door Locks ....2-7 Park Radio Frequency Mirrors ......2-16 Shifting Into .
  • Page 534 Rearview Mirrors Replacing Safety Belt Automatic Dimming ...2-17 System Parts after a Crash . . . 3-25 Safety Belts ....3-15 Reclining Seatbacks .
  • Page 535 Seats Service Signals, Turn and Head Restraints ....3-2 Accessories and Lane-Change ....6-7 Heated and Ventilated Front .
  • Page 536 Storage Areas Tires (cont'd) Pressure ....10-53 Armrest ......4-2 Tachometer .
  • Page 537 Tow/Haul Mode ....9-33 Transmission Tow/Haul Mode Light ..5-20 Automatic .....9-30 Vehicle Towing Fluid, Automatic .
  • Page 538 Wheels Windshield Alignment and Tire Wiper/Washer ....5-4 Warning Balance ....10-64 Winter Brake System Light .

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