Page 1 2012 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual In Brief ......1-1 Safety Belts ....3-17 Infotainment System .
Page 2: Table Of Contents
2012 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual Cruise Control ....9-41 Service and Maintenance . . . 11-1 Customer Information ..13-1 Object Detection Systems .
Page 3 à l'adresse If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the this manual including, but not limited suivante: hybrid supplement for more to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, Helm, Incorporated information. the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, P.O. Box 07130...
Page 4: Index
Introduction Using this Manual Symbols WARNING To quickly locate information about The vehicle has components and These mean there is something the vehicle, use the Index in the labels that use symbols instead of that could hurt you or other back of the manual.
Page 5: Onstar
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Chart : Cruise Control : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors Here are some additional symbols : Engine Coolant Temperature that may be found on the vehicle : Power : Exterior Lamps and what they mean. For more : Remote Vehicle Start information on the symbol, refer to : Fog Lamps the Index.
Page 6 Introduction NOTES...
Page 7: In Brief
In Brief In Brief Passenger Sensing Driver Information System ..... 1-10 Center (DIC) ....1-18 Mirror Adjustment .
Page 8 In Brief Instrument Panel English Version Shown; Metric Similar.
Page 9: Information
In Brief A. Air Vents on page 8 7. Infotainment on page 7 2. O. Automatic Transfer Case Control (Hybrid only). See the ® B. Turn and Lane Change Lever. StabiliTrak System on hybrid supplement for more See Turn and Lane-Change page 9 37.
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 Liftgate lamps will turn on and remain on as There are several ways to lock and Press twice on the Remote long as the engine is running. The unlock the vehicle. doors will be locked and the climate Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or control system may come on.
Page 12: Seat Adjustment
In Brief Press the touch pad switch on Windows For more information, see: the underside of the liftgate Windows on page 2 19. handle (B). Power Windows on page 2 20. Press on the bottom of the liftgate next to the latch to close. Seat Adjustment To disable the power liftgate function, press OFF on the...
Page 13: Memory Features
In Brief Raise or lower the entire seat by See Lumbar Adjustment on Memory Features moving the entire control up page 3 3 for more information. or down. Reclining Seatbacks See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3 3 for more information. Lumbar Adjustment The controls on the driver door are used to program and recall memory...
Page 14: Second Row Seats
In Brief Storing Memory Positions The seat, outside mirrors, steering Second Row Seats column, and adjustable throttle To save into memory: On vehicles with a 60/40 split bench and brake pedals will move to the or buckets seats, the seatbacks can 1.
Page 15: Heated And Ventilated Seats
In Brief Heated and Ventilated the off setting. Indicator bars next to Press to heat the left the symbol on the climate control Seats outboard or right outboard seat display show the selected setting: cushion and to cycle through the three for high, two for medium, and temperature settings.
Page 16: Safety Belts
1-10 In Brief Safety Belts Passenger Sensing System 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 17: Mirror Adjustment
In Brief 1-11 Mirror Adjustment Power Foldaway Mirrors Steering Wheel Adjustment To fold the mirrors: Exterior Mirrors 1. Press (C) to fold the mirrors out to the driving position. 2. Press (D) to fold the mirrors in to the folded position. See Power Mirrors on page 2 17.
Page 18: Throttle And Brake Pedal Adjustment
1-12 In Brief Throttle and Brake Pedal Interior Lighting Dome Lamp Override Adjustment The dome lamp override button is Dome Lamps located next to the exterior lamps The vehicle has adjustable throttle The dome lamps are located in the control. and brake pedals that allow you to overhead console.
Page 19 In Brief 1-13 Reading Lamps Exterior Lighting AUTO: Automatically turns on the headlamps at normal brightness, For vehicles with reading lamps in along with the parking lamps, the overhead console, press the instrument panel lights, license plate button located next to the lamp to lamps, and taillamps.
Page 20 1-14 In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer Rear Wiper Window Wiper/Washer : Turns the windshield wipers off. To turn the rear wiper on, slide the lever to a wiper position. : Turn the band up for more frequent wipes or down for less : Turns the wiper off.
Page 21: Climate Controls
In Brief 1-15 Climate Controls See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8 1 and Rear The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with Climate Control System (Rear this system. Climate with Rear Seat Audio) on page 8 6 (If Equipped).
Page 22: Vehicle Features
1-16 In Brief This is the highest attainable Vehicle Features Portable Audio Devices range with all lower gears This vehicle has an auxiliary input, accessible. As an example, Radio(s) located on the audio faceplate, when 5 (Fifth) gear is selected, and a USB port located on the 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears This vehicle's radio is part of the...
Page 23: Mobile Apps
In Brief 1-17 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 24: Cruise Control
1-18 In Brief Cruise Control + RES : Press briefly to make the Driver Information vehicle resume to a previously set Center (DIC) speed, or press and hold to accelerate. The DIC display is located at the bottom of the instrument panel : Press to set the speed and cluster.
Page 25 In Brief 1-19 instantaneous economy, and Vehicle Customization The system is enabled at every average vehicle speed. The vehicle startup. It can be disabled Some vehicle features can be compass and outside air through the Driver Information programmed by using the DIC temperature will also be shown Center (DIC).
Page 26 1-20 In Brief Rear Vision Ultrasonic Parking Assist Power Outlets Camera (RVC) If available, Ultrasonic Rear Parking The accessory power outlets can be Assist (URPA) system uses sensors used to plug in electrical equipment, If available, the RVC displays a view on the rear bumper to assist with such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
Page 27: Maintenance
In Brief 1-21 Universal Remote System Performance and For more information, see ® StabiliTrak System on page 9 37. Maintenance Tire Pressure Monitor ® StabiliTrak System This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The vehicle has a traction control system that limits wheel spin and the StabiliTrak system that assists with directional control of the vehicle...
Page 28: Driving For Better Fuel Economy
1-22 In Brief During cooler conditions, the low tire If the vehicle came with a spare tire Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) pressure warning light may appear and tire changing equipment, see If Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge when the vehicle is first started and a Tire Goes Flat on page 10 65.
Page 29: Onstar Overview
Always follow posted speed Mexico: 01-800-466-0805 manual, special privileges, limits or drive more slowly when As the owner of a new Cadillac, you and more. conditions require. are automatically enrolled in the Sign up today at: Keep vehicle tires properly Roadside Service program.
Page 30 1-24 In Brief NOTES...
Page 31: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys, Doors, and Doors Interior Mirrors Liftgate (Power) ....2-9 Automatic Dimming Rearview Windows Liftgate (Manual) ... . . 2-12 Mirror .
Page 32: Keys And Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Keys and Locks With an active OnStar subscription, an OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock the vehicle. See OnStar Keys Overview on page 14 1. WARNING Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for See Radio Frequency Statement on many reasons.
Page 33: Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows Check the transmitter's battery. when is pressed again within See Battery Replacement later three seconds. See Vehicle in this section. Personalization on page 5 38 for If the transmitter is still not additional information. working correctly, see your Pressing arms the content dealer or a qualified technician...
Page 34 Keys, Doors, and Windows Programming Transmitters to Pressing on the RKE transmitter Press and hold for three the Vehicle disarms the content theft deterrent seconds to activate the panic system. See Anti-theft Alarm alarm. The turn signal lamps flash Only RKE transmitters programmed System on page 2 13.
Page 35: Remote Vehicle Start
Keys, Doors, and Windows When replacing the 3. Insert the new battery, positive system, during remote start, you will battery, do not touch any of the side facing up. Replace with a need to manually turn the heated circuitry on the transmitter. Static CR2032 or equivalent battery.
Page 36 Keys, Doors, and Windows After entering the vehicle during a The additional 10 minutes are (Remote Start): This button will remote start, insert and turn the key considered a second remote vehicle be on the RKE transmitter if you to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. start.
Page 37: Power Door Locks
Keys, Doors, and Windows Door Locks Power Door Locks WARNING (Continued) With power door locks, the switches WARNING injuries or even death from on the front doors can be used to heat stroke. Always lock the lock and unlock the vehicle. Unlocked doors can be vehicle whenever leaving it.
Page 38: Lockout Protection
Keys, Doors, and Windows You can program this feature using Lockout Protection the Driver Information Center (DIC). If the driver side power door lock See Delay Door Lock under switch is pressed when the driver Vehicle Personalization on door is open and the key is in the page 5 38.
Page 39: Doors
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Liftgate (Power) If the vehicle must be driven with For more information about the liftgate, or trunk/hatch open: carbon monoxide, see Engine Power Liftgate Operation Exhaust on page 9 28. Close all of the windows. Fully open the air outlets on WARNING On vehicles with a power liftgate,...
Page 40 2-10 Keys, Doors, and Windows The taillamps will flash and a chime The power liftgate can be power The power liftgate may be will sound when the power liftgate is opened and closed in the temporarily disabled under extreme moving. following ways: temperatures, or under low battery conditions.
Page 41 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-11 Obstacle Detection Features body and presses against this If the RKE button or the power close sensor, the liftgate will reverse button on the liftgate is pressed If the liftgate encounters an obstacle direction and open fully. The liftgate while power operation is disabled, during a power open or close cycle, will remain open until it is activated...
Page 42: Liftgate (Manual)
2-12 Keys, Doors, and Windows Liftgate (Manual) WARNING (Continued) WARNING vehicle. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on It can be dangerous to drive page 8 1. with the liftglass or liftgate open If you have air outlets on or because carbon monoxide (CO) under the instrument panel, gas can come into your vehicle.
Page 43: Vehicle Security
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-13 The liftgate will open after a slight Power Assist Steps Vehicle Security delay. The vehicle must be in The vehicle may have power assist This vehicle has theft-deterrent P (Park) to open the liftgate. To steps.
Page 44 2-14 Keys, Doors, and Windows The security light will come on to Your vehicle's headlamps will flash If you set off the alarm by accident, inform the driver the system is and the horn will sound for about press unlock on the RKE transmitter arming.
Page 45: Immobilizer Operation
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-15 While the alarm is set, the power The system is automatically armed problem with the theft-deterrent door unlock switch will not work. when the key is removed from the system. Turn the ignition off and try ignition.
Page 46: Exterior Mirrors
2-16 Keys, Doors, and Windows See your dealer or a locksmith who 4. Insert the new key to be Exterior Mirrors can service PASS-Key III+ to get a programmed and turn it to new key blank cut exactly as the the ON/RUN position within Convex Mirrors ignition key that operates the...
Page 47: Power Mirrors
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-17 Power Mirrors 3. Press the opposite side to get Fold and unfold the mirrors one time the control pad to a neutral using the mirror controls to reset position. them to their normal position. A popping noise may be heard Power Foldaway Mirrors during the resetting of the power foldaway mirrors.
Page 48: Interior Mirrors
2-18 Keys, Doors, and Windows See Rear Window Defogger under Park Tilt Mirrors Interior Mirrors Dual Automatic Climate Control If the vehicle has the memory System on page 8 1. Automatic Dimming package, the passenger and/or driver mirror tilts to a preselected Rearview Mirror Automatic Dimming position when the vehicle is in...
Page 49: Windows
Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-19 ® Vehicles with OnStar have three Windows additional control buttons located at the bottom of the mirror. See your WARNING dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. Leaving children, helpless adults, See OnStar Overview on page 14 1.
Page 50: Power Windows
2-20 Keys, Doors, and Windows Power Windows The vehicle has Retained Accessory Power (RAP) that allows you to use the power windows once WARNING the ignition has been turned off. For more information, see Retained Leaving children in a vehicle with Accessory Power (RAP) on the keys is dangerous for many page 9 25.
Page 51 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-21 conditions such as severe icing In this mode, the window can still 4. Continue holding the switch up may also cause the window to close on an object in its path. Use for approximately two seconds auto reverse.
Page 52: Roof
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows Sun Visors Roof The sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY, or in Retained Sunroof Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9 25 for more information. To open or close the sunroof, press the open or close switch (A) to the first detent position.
Page 53 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2-23 To automatically vent or close the sunroof, press the vent open or close switch (B). When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. The sunroof also has a sunshade which can be pulled forward to block Dirt and debris may collect on the...
Page 54 2-24 Keys, Doors, and Windows NOTES...
Page 55: Seats And Restraints
Seats and Restraints Seats and Lap Belt ..... 3-25 Child Restraints Safety Belt Extender ..3-26 Older Children .
Page 56: Head Restraints
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints WARNING With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/ spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly.
Page 57: Front Seats
Seats and Restraints Raise or lower the entire seat by Rear Seats Front Seats moving the entire control up The vehicle's second-row seats or down. Power Seat Adjustment have head restraints in the outboard To adjust the seatback, see seating positions that cannot be Reclining Seatbacks on page 3 4.
Page 58: Reclining Seatbacks
Seats and Restraints Reclining Seatbacks WARNING Power Reclining Seatbacks Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be WARNING dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do You can lose control of the their job when reclined like this. vehicle if you try to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving.
Page 59: Memory Seats
Seats and Restraints Memory Seats Storing Memory Positions To save into memory: 1. Adjust the driver seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors, power steering column, and the throttle and brake pedals. See Power Mirrors on page 2 17, Steering Wheel Adjustment on page 5 2, and Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9 21 for more...
Page 60 Seats and Restraints To recall, press and release 1 This feature can be turned on or off Easy Exit Positions or 2. The vehicle must be in using the vehicle personalization This feature can move the driver P (Park). A single beep will sound. menu.
Page 61: Heated And Ventilated Front Seats
Seats and Restraints If something has blocked the driver Heated and Ventilated seat while recalling the exit position, Front Seats the recall may stop. Remove the obstruction; then press and hold WARNING the power seat control rearward for two seconds. Try recalling the exit If you cannot feel temperature position again.
Page 62: Rear Seats
Seats and Restraints Press the desired button once for Rear Seats the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to Heated Rear Seats the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. Indicator bars next to WARNING the symbol on the climate control display show the selected setting:...
Page 63 Seats and Restraints Press the button once for the Reclining Seatbacks (Bucket 3. Push and pull on the seatback to highest setting. With each press of make sure it is locked. Seats Only) the button, the heated seat changes To return the seatback to the upright On vehicles with second row bucket to the next lower setting, and then position:...
Page 64 3-10 Seats and Restraints Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat To fold and tumble the seat: 1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat. Notice: Folding a rear seat with the safety belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the safety belts.
Page 65 Seats and Restraints 3-11 WARNING (Continued) the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. To fold and tumble the seat from the third row seat, if equipped: 1.
Page 66 3-12 Seats and Restraints Automatic Fold and Tumble Folding and Tumbling the Second To fold and tumble the seat from the Row Seat from the Third Row Seat third row seat, if equipped: Feature or Outside the Vehicle 1. Make sure that there is nothing The transmission must be in under, in front of, or on the seat.
Page 67 Seats and Restraints 3-13 Returning the Seat to the WARNING Sitting Position To return the seat to the sitting A safety belt that is improperly position from the tumbled position: routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the 1.
Page 68 3-14 Seats and Restraints Third Row Seats WARNING If the vehicle has a third row seat, If either seatback is not locked, it the seatback can be folded, and could move forward in a sudden the entire seat can be tumbled or removed from the vehicle.
Page 69 Seats and Restraints 3-15 The seat cannot be unlatched Put the seat in this position only WARNING from the floor unless the when necessary for additional cargo seatback is folded. space. If either seatback is not locked, it Returning the Third Row Seat could move forward in a sudden from a Tumbled Position stop or crash.
Page 70 3-16 Seats and Restraints Installing the Third Row Seat 4. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. To install the seat: The seatback cannot be raised 1. Open the liftgate to access the to the upright position unless the rear of the vehicle.
Page 71: Safety Belts
Seats and Restraints 3-17 Safety Belts WARNING WARNING (Continued) This section of the manual A safety belt that is improperly It is extremely dangerous to describes how to use safety belts routed, not properly attached, ride in a cargo area, inside or properly.
Page 72: How To Wear Safety Belts
3-18 Seats and Restraints Why Safety Belts Work safety belts. That is why wearing Also, in nearly all states and in safety belts makes such good all Canadian provinces, the law sense. requires wearing safety belts. Questions and Answers About How to Wear Safety Belts Safety Belts Properly...
Page 73: Lap-Shoulder Belt
Seats and Restraints 3-19 There are important things to know would apply force on your Lap-Shoulder Belt about wearing a safety belt properly. abdomen. This could cause All seating positions in the vehicle serious or even fatal injuries. have a lap-shoulder belt except for Wear the shoulder belt over the the center front passenger position, shoulder and across the chest.
Page 74 3-20 Seats and Restraints Use the following pictures to 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull determine the latch plate style: the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. The lap-shoulder belt may lock if you pull the belt across you very quickly.
Page 75 Seats and Restraints 3-21 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. If the belt stops before it reaches 3.
Page 76: Safety Belt Pretensioners
3-22 Seats and Restraints To unlatch the belt, push the button Safety Belt Pretensioners on the buckle. The belt should This vehicle has safety belt return to its stowed position. pretensioners for front outboard Before a door is closed, be sure the occupants.
Page 77 Seats and Restraints 3-23 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults.
Page 78 3-24 Seats and Restraints WARNING A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.
Page 79: Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Seats and Restraints 3-25 Safety Belt Use During The best way to protect the fetus is to protect the mother. When a safety Pregnancy belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a Safety belts work for everyone, crash.
Page 80: Safety Belt Extender
3-26 Seats and Restraints Safety Belt Extender from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten safety belts may not protect you in around you, you should use it. a crash.
Page 81: Airbag System
Seats and Restraints 3-27 Replacing Safety Belt After a minor crash, replacement of Airbag System safety belts may not be necessary. System Parts after a The vehicle has the following But the safety belt assemblies that Crash airbags: were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged.
Page 82 3-28 Seats and Restraints The vehicle may have the following the risk of injury from the force of an WARNING (Continued) airbags: inflating bag, all airbags must inflate very quickly to do their job. If the vehicle has a third row vehicle should wear a safety belt seat, it will have a third row Here are the most important things...
Page 83: Where Are The Airbags
Seats and Restraints 3-29 Where Are the Airbags? WARNING (Continued) WARNING (Continued) Occupants should not lean on or vehicle. To read how, see Older sleep against the door or side Children on page 3 43 or Infants windows in seating positions with and Young Children on seat-mounted side impact airbags page 3 45.
Page 84 3-30 Seats and Restraints Driver Side Shown, Passenger Driver Side Shown, Passenger The right front passenger frontal Side Similar Side Similar airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. The seat mounted side impact The roof-rail airbags for the driver, airbags for the driver and right front right front passenger, and second passenger are in the side of the...
Page 85: When Should An Airbag Inflate
Seats and Restraints 3-31 When Should an Airbag WARNING Inflate? If something is between an Frontal airbags are designed to occupant and an airbag, the inflate in moderate to severe frontal airbag might not inflate properly or near-frontal crashes to help or it might force the object into reduce the potential for severe that person causing severe injury...
Page 86 3-32 Seats and Restraints Frontal airbags may inflate at Frontal airbags are not intended to The vehicle has seat mounted side different crash speeds. For inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear impact and roof-rail airbags. See example: impacts, or in many side impacts. Airbag System on page 3 27.
Page 87: What Makes An Airbag
Seats and Restraints 3-33 In any particular crash, no one can Frontal airbag modules are located Seat mounted side impact and say whether an airbag should have inside the steering wheel and roof-rail airbags distribute the force inflated simply because of the instrument panel.
Page 88: What Will You See After
3-34 Seats and Restraints What Will You See after off the interior lamps and hazard WARNING warning flashers by using the an Airbag Inflates? controls for those features. When an airbag inflates, there After the frontal airbags and may be dust in the air. This dust seat-mounted side impact airbags WARNING could cause breathing problems...
Page 89 Seats and Restraints 3-35 Let only qualified technicians In many crashes severe enough to work on the airbag systems. inflate the airbag, windshields are Improper service can mean that broken by vehicle deformation. an airbag system will not work Additional windshield breakage properly.
Page 90 3-36 Seats and Restraints The passenger sensing system will an older child riding in a booster WARNING (Continued) turn off the right front passenger seat; and children, who are large frontal airbag under certain enough, using safety belts. Even if the passenger sensing conditions.
Page 91 Seats and Restraints 3-37 The passenger sensing system is that a person of adult size is WARNING (Continued) designed to turn off the right front sitting properly in the right front passenger frontal airbag if: passenger seat. with the airbag system. To help When the passenger sensing The right front passenger seat is avoid injury to yourself or others,...
Page 92 3-38 Seats and Restraints 4. Reinstall the child restraint 6. Restart the vehicle. because that person is not sitting following the directions properly in the seat. If this happens, The passenger sensing system provided by the child restraint use the following steps to allow the may or may not turn off the manufacturer and refer to system to detect that person and...
Page 93 Seats and Restraints 3-39 Additional Factors Affecting A thick layer of additional material, The on indicator may be lit if an such as a blanket or cushion, object, such as a briefcase, System Operation or aftermarket equipment such handbag, grocery bag, laptop, Safety belts help keep the as seat covers, seat heaters, and or other electronic device, is put on...
Page 94 3-40 Seats and Restraints Servicing the Adding Equipment to the WARNING Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Airbag-Equipped Vehicle For up to 10 seconds after the Airbags affect how the vehicle Q: Is there anything I might add vehicle is turned off and the should be serviced.
Page 95 Seats and Restraints 3-41 In addition, the vehicle may have from properly turning off the Q: Because I have a disability, a passenger sensing system passenger airbag(s). See I have to get my vehicle for the right front passenger Passenger Sensing System on modified.
Page 96: Airbag System Check
3-42 Seats and Restraints Airbag System Check Replacing Airbag System If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See Parts after a Crash The airbag system does not need your dealer for service. regularly scheduled maintenance If the airbag readiness light stays on or replacement.
Page 97: Child Restraints
Seats and Restraints 3-43 Can proper safety belt fit be Child Restraints The manufacturer's instructions that maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the trip? If yes, continue. If no, weight and height limitations for that Older Children return to the booster seat.
Page 98 3-44 Seats and Restraints According to accident statistics, WARNING (Continued) children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child might also slide under the lap restraint system or infant restraint belt. The belt force would then be system secured in a rear seating applied right on the abdomen.
Page 99: Infants And Young Children
Seats and Restraints 3-45 Infants and Young Airbags plus lap shoulder belts WARNING (Continued) offer protection for adults and older Children children, but not for young children a 110 kg (240 lb) force on a and infants. Neither the vehicle's Everyone in a vehicle needs person's arms.
Page 100 3-46 Seats and Restraints For most basic types of child WARNING restraints, there are many different models available. When Never do this. purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used Children who are up against, in a motor vehicle. If it is, the or very close to, any airbag when restraint will have a label saying it inflates can be seriously injured...
Page 101: Child Restraint Systems
Seats and Restraints 3-47 Child Restraint Systems WARNING WARNING To reduce the risk of neck and A young child's hip bones are still head injury during a crash, infants so small that the vehicle's regular need complete support. This is safety belt may not remain low because an infant's neck is not on the hip bones, as it should.
Page 102 3-48 Seats and Restraints Securing an Add-On Child Restraint in the Vehicle WARNING A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle safety belt or LATCH system, following the (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat...
Page 103: Where To Put The
Seats and Restraints 3-49 endangered in a crash if the child In the U.S., refer to the Where to Put the restraint is not properly secured in National Highway Traffic Safety Restraint the vehicle. Administration (NHTSA) website to locate the nearest child safety According to accident statistics, When securing an add-on child seat inspection station.
Page 104 3-50 Seats and Restraints A label on your sun visor says, WARNING (Continued) WARNING Never put a rear-facing child seat in the front. This is because the risk to Even if the passenger sensing A child in a child restraint in the the rear-facing child is so great, system, if equipped, has center front seat can be badly...
Page 105: Latch System
Seats and Restraints 3-51 Depending on where you place the Lower Anchors and a top tether, you must also use child restraint and the size of the either the lower anchors or the Tethers for Children child restraint, you may not be able safety belts to properly secure the (LATCH System) to access adjacent safety belt...
Page 106 3-52 Seats and Restraints Lower Anchors Top Tether Anchor Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the anchor. Some child restraints with top tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached.
Page 107 Seats and Restraints 3-53 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations Second Row Bucket Third Row Seat (Lower Anchor): Seating (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. positions with top tether anchors. Second Row 60/40 There is one top tether anchor that (Top Tether Anchor): Seating (Lower Anchor): Seating can be used for either the third row...
Page 108 3-54 Seats and Restraints anchor on the same side of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol appears near the anchors. Third Row Seat For vehicles with a third row seat, there is one top tether anchor...
Page 109 Seats and Restraints 3-55 Do not secure a child restraint in a Securing a Child Restraint WARNING position without a top tether anchor Designed for the LATCH if a national or local law requires System Do not attach more than one child that the top tether be attached, or if restraint to a single anchor.
Page 110 3-56 Seats and Restraints Do not fold the empty rear seat 2. If the child restraint manufacturer WARNING with a safety belt buckled. This recommends that the top tether could damage the safety belt or be attached, attach and tighten Children can be seriously injured the seat.
Page 111 Seats and Restraints 3-57 are using a single tether, route the tether over the seatback. If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, If the position you are using If the position you are using raise the headrest or head has a fixed headrest or...
Page 112: Replacing Latch System
3-58 Seats and Restraints Replacing LATCH System Securing Child Restraints Parts After a Crash (Rear Seat Position) When securing a child restraint in WARNING a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the A crash can damage the LATCH child restraint to make sure it is system in the vehicle.
Page 113 Seats and Restraints 3-59 In Canada, the law requires that Use the following pictures to forward-facing child restraints have determine the latch plate style: a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position.
Page 114 3-60 Seats and Restraints For third row seating positions, 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. For passenger seating positions with cinching latch plates, tilt the buckle until it clicks. with a lap shoulder belt and a latch plate to adjust the belt if free falling latch plate, pull the Position the release button on needed.
Page 115 Seats and Restraints 3-61 6. If the child restraint has a top Securing Child Restraints tether, follow the child restraint (Center Front Seat manufacturer's instructions Position) regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH WARNING System) on page 3 51 for more information.
Page 116: Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Seat)
3-62 Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints WARNING WARNING (Continued) (Right Front Seat A child in a rear-facing child system is fail-safe. No one can Position) restraint can be seriously guarantee that an airbag will not This vehicle has airbags. A rear injured or killed if the right front deploy under some unusual seat is a safer place to secure a...
Page 117 Seats and Restraints 3-63 secured using a safety belt and it 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run uses a top tether, see Lower the lap and shoulder portions of Anchors and Tethers for Children the vehicle's safety belt through (LATCH System) on page 3 51 for or around the restraint.
Page 118 3-64 Seats and Restraints Try to pull the belt out of the If the vehicle is equipped with the retractor to make sure the passenger sensing system, and retractor is locked. If the when the passenger sensing retractor is not locked, repeat system has turned off the right front Steps 5 and 6.
Page 119: Storage
Storage Storage Storage Heated and Cooled Cupholders Compartments For vehicles with heated and cooled Storage Compartments cupholders, these are located in the Glove Box Glove Box ....4-1 front center console.
Page 120: Armrest Storage
Storage To set to heat mode, press and Rear Passenger Cupholders Armrest Storage release the button; the shows For vehicle with an armrest/storage red. Press and release again to turn compartment located by the second it off. row seat, pull the loop at the top of Insulated containers will not work the armrest out to lower the armrest.
Page 121: Roof Rack System
Storage Center Console Storage Roof Rack System For vehicles with crossrails, they can be moved back and forth to A console compartment is located help secure cargo. To adjust them, between the bucket seats. WARNING turn the knob located at each end of the crossrail counterclockwise until The console has both an upper and If something is carried on top of...
Page 122 Storage If needed to carry long items, Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, Be sure the cargo is properly move the crossrails as far apart sharp turns, sudden braking or loaded. as they will go. Tie the load to abrupt maneuvers, otherwise it may If small heavy objects are placed the crossrails and the siderails result in loss of control.
Page 123: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and Controls Instruments and Tachometer ....5-12 Information Displays Fuel Gauge ....5-12 Driver Information Controls Engine Coolant Temperature...
Page 124: Controls
Instruments and Controls Transmission Messages ..5-37 Controls Steering Wheel Controls Vehicle Reminder Messages ....5-37 Steering Wheel Washer Fluid Messages ..5-37 Adjustment Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization .
Page 125 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 stations: 1. Press and release for equipped vehicles, the DVD, to select the next or previous front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary.
Page 126: Heated Steering Wheel
Instruments and Controls To scan radio stations: Heated Steering Wheel Windshield Wiper/Washer 1. Press and hold until a beep is For vehicles with a heated steering heard, to place the radio into wheel, the button for this feature is SCAN mode. A station will play located on the steering wheel.
Page 127: Rear Window Wiper
Instruments and Controls windshield. The wipers clear the The rear window wiper/washer will (Low Speed): Slow window and then either stop or not operate if the liftgate or liftglass wipes. return to the preset speed. is open or ajar. If the liftgate or (High Speed): Fast wipes.
Page 128 Instruments and Controls Compass variance is the difference 5. If calibration is necessary, between the earth's magnetic north calibrate the compass. See and true geographic north. If the Compass Calibration compass is not set to the zone Procedure following. where you live, the compass may Compass Calibration give false readings.
Page 129: Clock
Instruments and Controls magnetic emergency light, magnetic 2. Press the vehicle information Clock note pad holder, or any other button until PRESS The analog clock is not connected magnetic item. Turn off the vehicle, CALIBRATE COMPASS with any other vehicle system and move the magnetic item, then turn displays.
Page 130: 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 131: Cigarette Lighter
Instruments and Controls Power Outlet 110 Volt less than 150 watts is plugged into Cigarette Lighter the outlet, and no system fault is Alternative Current The cigarette lighter is located in the detected. The vehicle may have a power center console near the cupholders. If equipment is connected using outlet that can be used to plug in Press on the access door to open it...
Page 132: Ashtrays
5-10 Instruments and Controls Ashtrays Warning Lights, Gauges can indicate when there could be a problem with a vehicle Gauges, and The front ashtray is located in the function. Often gauges and warning center console near the cupholders. lights work together to indicate a Indicators Press on the access door to open it problem with the vehicle.
Page 133: Instrument Cluster
Instruments and Controls 5-11 Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
Page 134: 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 speedometer shows the vehicle Center (DIC) on page 5 24. the fuel door is on. speed in both kilometers per hour The gauge will first indicate empty (km/h) and miles per hour (mph).
Page 135: Engine Coolant Temperature
Instruments and Controls 5-13 Engine Coolant See Engine Overheating on If the driver safety belt is buckled, page 10 19. neither the light nor the chime Temperature Gauge comes on. Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light There is a driver safety belt reminder light on the instrument...
Page 136: Airbag Readiness Light
5-14 Instruments and Controls If the front passenger safety belt is If there is a problem with the airbag buckled, neither the chime nor the system, a Driver Information Center light comes on. (DIC) message can also come on. See Airbag System Messages on The front passenger safety belt page 5 36 for more information.
Page 137: Charging System Light
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 138: Malfunction
5-16 Instruments and Controls If it does not, have the vehicle Malfunction Malfunctions often are indicated by serviced by your dealer. the system before any problem is Indicator Lamp apparent. Being aware of the light The light should go out once can prevent more serious damage A computer system called OBD II the engine starts.
Page 139 Instruments and Controls 5-17 Check that good quality fuel vehicle warranty. This could If the light continues to flash, stop is used. Poor fuel quality also result in a failure to and park the vehicle. Turn the causes the engine not to run as pass a required Emission vehicle off, wait at least 10 seconds, efficiently as designed and may...
Page 140: Brake System Warning
5-18 Instruments and Controls Emissions Inspection and while the engine is off. See Brake System Warning your dealer for assistance in Maintenance Programs Light verifying proper operation of the Some local governments may malfunction indicator lamp. With the ignition on, the brake have programs to inspect the system warning light comes on The OBD II (On-Board...
Page 141: Antilock Brake System (Abs)
Instruments and Controls 5-19 Antilock Brake System WARNING (ABS) Warning Light The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system Metric English warning light on can lead to a crash.
Page 142: Tow/Haul Mode Light
5-20 Instruments and Controls ® If the regular brake system warning Tow/Haul Mode Light StabiliTrak OFF Light light is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem with the regular brakes.
Page 143: Traction Control System
Instruments and Controls 5-21 If the StabiliTrak/TCS system is If the light comes on and stays When the Light Is On Steady off, the system does not assist in on while driving, and a message This indicates that one or more controlling the vehicle.
Page 144: Engine Oil Pressure Light
5-22 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Pressure Light dealer. If the system is working If the light stays on and the engine normally the indicator light then does not start, there could be a goes off. problem with the theft-deterrent system.
Page 145: High-Beam On Light
Instruments and Controls 5-23 High-Beam On Light The light goes out when the fog Cruise Control Light lamps are turned off. See Fog Lamps on page 6 8 for more information. Lamps On Reminder This light comes on when the The cruise control light comes on high-beam headlamps are in use.
Page 146: Information Displays Driver Information
5-24 Instruments and Controls Information Displays Operation and Displays DIC Buttons The DIC has different displays Driver Information which can be accessed by pressing the DIC buttons located on the Center (DIC) instrument panel, next to the Your vehicle has a Driver steering wheel.
Page 147 Instruments and Controls 5-25 speed. The compass and outside air Trip/Fuel Menu Items Fuel Range temperature will also be shown in Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL (Trip/Fuel): Press to scroll the display. The temperature will be RANGE displays. This display through the following menu items: shown in °C or °F depending on the shows the approximate number...
Page 148 5-26 Instruments and Controls Average Economy To start the timer, press the Instantaneous Economy set/reset button while TIMER is Press the trip/fuel button If your vehicle has this display, displayed. The display will show the until AVERAGE ECONOMY press the trip/fuel button until INST amount of time that has passed displays.
Page 149 Instruments and Controls 5-27 Vehicle Information Menu engine oil life system monitoring the turned on. If you choose OFF, the oil life, additional maintenance is system will be turned off. When the Items recommended in the Maintenance SBZA system is turned off, the DIC (Vehicle Information): Press Schedule in this manual.
Page 150 5-28 Instruments and Controls Tire Pressure If the tire pressure display shows If there is a problem with the battery dashes instead of a value, there charging system, the DIC will On vehicles with the Tire Pressure may be a problem with your vehicle. display a message.
Page 151: Vehicle Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-29 Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and See Charging System Light on page 5 15. Driving with this problem Charging Messages Messages displayed on the DIC could drain the battery. Turn off all indicate the status of the vehicle or unnecessary accessories.
Page 152: Door Ajar Messages
5-30 Instruments and Controls SERVICE BRAKES SOON HOOD OPEN REAR ACCESS OPEN This message displays if there is a This message displays and a This message displays and a problem with the brake system. chime sounds if the hood is not chime sounds if the liftgate or If this message appears, stop as fully closed.
Page 153: Engine Cooling System
Instruments and Controls 5-31 Engine Cooling System ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE ENGINE Messages Notice: If you drive the vehicle Notice: If you drive the vehicle ENGINE HOT A/C (Air while the engine is overheating, while the engine is overheating, Conditioning) TURNED OFF severe engine damage may severe engine damage may...
Page 154: Engine Oil Messages
5-32 Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP Engine Power Messages ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED Notice: If you drive the vehicle This message displays when the This message displays and a chime while the engine oil pressure is engine oil needs to be changed.
Page 155: Fuel System Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-33 Fuel System Messages Key and Lock Messages SERVICE RIGHT HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY FUEL LEVEL LOW REPLACE BATTERY IN On some models, this message REMOTE KEY This message displays and a chime will be displayed when the right sounds if the fuel level is low.
Page 156: Ride Control System
5-34 Instruments and Controls PARKING ASSIST OFF system. If these displays remain on or due to road spray. It may also after continued driving, the system come on when driving in isolated After the vehicle has been started, needs service. See your dealer. See areas with no guardrails, trees, this message displays to remind the Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on...
Page 157 Instruments and Controls 5-35 The vehicle is safe to drive, STABILITRAK INITIALIZING and you want to rock the vehicle however, you do not have the to attempt to free it, or if you If the vehicle has StabiliTrak, this benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce are driving in extreme off-road message may come on if the your speed and drive accordingly.
Page 158: Airbag System Messages
5-36 Instruments and Controls The message displays if an Anti-theft Alarm System to appear. See Tire Pressure engine or vehicle related Monitor Operation on page 10 55 for Messages problem has been detected and more information. If the warning the vehicle needs service. See comes on and stays on, there may SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT your dealer.
Page 159: Transmission Messages
Instruments and Controls 5-37 This message also displays LEFT Transmission Messages vehicle. Stop the vehicle and let it FRT (left front), RIGHT FRT idle to allow the transmission to MANUAL SHIFT (right front), LEFT RR (left rear), cool. This message clears and or RIGHT RR (right rear) to indicate the chime stops when the fluid This message displays when the...
Page 160: Vehicle Personalization
5-38 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Entering the Feature DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to display all DIC Settings Menu Personalization messages in English. 1. Turn the ignition on and place Your vehicle may have DISPLAY LANGUAGE the vehicle in P (Park). customization capabilities that This feature allows you to select To avoid excessive drain on the...
Page 161 Instruments and Controls 5-39 ARABIC: All messages will appear for this feature. Then press the It also allows you to select which in Arabic. customization button to scroll doors and when the doors will through the following settings: automatically unlock. See Automatic CHINESE: All messages will Door Locks on page 2 8 for more SHIFT OUT OF PARK (default):...
Page 162 5-40 Instruments and Controls ALL IN PARK (default): All of the for this feature. Then press the REMOTE DOOR UNLOCK doors will unlock when the vehicle is customization button to scroll This feature allows you to select the shifted into P (Park). through the following settings: type of feedback you will receive when unlocking the vehicle with...
Page 163 Instruments and Controls 5-41 NO CHANGE: No change will be Press the customization button until Press the customization button made to this feature. The current DELAY DOOR LOCK appears on until EXIT LIGHTING appears on setting will remain. the DIC display. Press the set/reset the DIC display.
Page 164 5-42 Instruments and Controls APPROACH LIGHTING See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ON: The IntelliBeam system will be System Operation on page 2 3 for turned on. This feature allows you to select more information. whether or not to have the exterior NO CHANGE: No change will be lamps turn on briefly during low NO CHANGE: No change will be...
Page 165 Instruments and Controls 5-43 There is no default for chime DRIVER MIRROR: The driver Press the customization button until volume. The volume will stay at the outside mirror will be tilted down EASY EXIT RECALL appears on last known setting. when the vehicle is shifted into the DIC display.
Page 166 5-44 Instruments and Controls The automatic easy exit seat Press the customization button until MEMORY SEAT RECALL movement will only occur one time EASY EXIT SETUP appears on the This feature allows you to select after the key is removed from the DIC display.
Page 167 Instruments and Controls 5-45 NO CHANGE: No change will be ON (default): The remote start NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current feature will be enabled. made to this feature. The current setting will remain. setting will remain.
Page 168: Universal Remote System
5-46 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/ Exiting the Feature Universal Remote reset button while the desired Settings Menu System setting is displayed on the DIC. The feature settings menu will be See Radio Frequency Statement on EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS exited when any of the following page 13 22 for information...
Page 169 Instruments and Controls 5-47 This system provides a way to or the lease ends. See Erasing replace up to three remote control Universal Home Remote Buttons in transmitters used to activate this section. devices such as garage door Park the vehicle outside of the openers, security systems, and garage when programming a garage home automation devices.
Page 170 5-48 Instruments and Controls It can usually be found where 5. Press and release the same Most garage door openers sold the hanging antenna wire is button again. The garage door before 1996 are Fixed Code units. attached to the motor-head unit should move, confirming that Programming a garage door opener and may be a colored button.
Page 171 Instruments and Controls 5-49 garage door opener motor. The motor head dip switch The switch positions on the If there is a row of dip switches settings can also be used when hand-held transmitter could be similar to the graphic above, the the original hand-held transmitter labeled as follows: garage door opener is a Fixed...
Page 172 5-50 Instruments and Controls The switch settings written Now press one button on the down in Step 2 now Universal Home Remote for become the button strokes each switch setting as follows: to be entered into the If you wrote Left, press Universal Home Remote in the left button (A) in the Step 4.
Page 173: Universal Remote System
Instruments and Controls 5-51 7. Immediately release the button Universal Remote System To erase either Rolling Code or when the garage door moves. Fixed Code settings on the Operation The indicator light will blink Universal Home Remote device: rapidly until programming is Press and hold the appropriate 1.
Page 174 5-52 Instruments and Controls NOTES...
Page 175: Lighting Features
Lighting Lighting Interior Lighting Exterior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ..... . 6-8 Exterior Lamp Controls Dome Lamps ....6-9 Exterior Lighting Reading Lamps .
Page 176: Lighting
Lighting The exterior lamps control has from being drained. Turn the (Parking Lamps): Turns on the four positions: headlamp control to off and then parking lamps together with the back to the headlamp on position to following: (Off): Turns off the automatic make the headlamps stay on for an headlamps and Daytime Running Instrument Panel Lights...
Page 177 Lighting If IntelliBeam was using Turning On and Enabling The high-beam headlamps will low-beams prior to this action, IntelliBeam remain on, under the automatic the IntelliBeam feature will be control of IntelliBeam, until any of Press and release the IntelliBeam temporarily disabled until the the following situations occur: button on the inside rear view...
Page 178 Lighting The other vehicle's lamp(s) Disabling and Resetting will automatically be reset each time cannot be detected due to dense IntelliBeam at the Rearview Mirror the ignition is turned off and then on exhaust, smoke, fog, snow, road again. IntelliBeam can be disabled by spray, mist or other airborne using the controls on the inside Cleaning the IntelliBeam Light...
Page 179: Exterior Lamps Off
Lighting Exterior Lamps Off Daytime Running Reminder Lamps (DRL) If a door is open, a reminder chime Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) can sounds when the headlamps or make it easier for others to see the parking lamps are manually turned front of your vehicle during the day.
Page 180: Automatic Headlamp
Lighting To turn off the DRL lamps, turn the under bridges or bright overhead exterior lamps control to the OFF street lights does not affect the position and then release. For system. The automatic headlamp vehicles first sold in Canada, the system is only affected when the transmission must be in the P (Park) light sensor detects a change in...
Page 181: Hazard Warning Flashers
Lighting The headlamps will also stay on flash on and off. This warns others mode is active. Holding the after you exit the vehicle. This that you are having trouble. Press turn signal lever for more than feature can be programmed using again to turn the flashers off.
Page 182: Fog Lamps
Lighting Fog Lamps Remember, fog lamps alone will Interior Lighting not give off as much light as the For vehicles with fog lamps, they headlamps. Never use the fog Instrument Panel can be used for better vision in lamps in the dark without turning on foggy or misty conditions.
Page 183: Control
Lighting Dome Lamps Lighting Features The dome lamps are located in the Entry Lighting overhead console. They come on when any door is The vehicle has an illuminated entry opened and turn off after all the feature. doors are closed. When the doors are opened, the dome lamps will come on if the Turn the instrument panel...
Page 184: Battery Load Management
6-10 Lighting Battery Load The battery can be discharged at Normally, these actions occur in idle if the electrical loads are very steps or levels, without being Management high. This is true for all vehicles. noticeable. In rare cases at the This is because the generator highest levels of corrective action, The vehicle has Electric Power...
Page 185 Infotainment System Infotainment Rear Seat Infotainment If the System Needs Service ..... 7-96 Rear Seat Entertainment System Map Data Updates ... 7-96 (RSE) System Database Coverage (Overhead) .
Page 186: 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 187: Theft-Deterrent Feature
Infotainment System Always be alert and obey traffic After acknowledging the start up Theft-Deterrent Feature and roadway laws and instructions, information, the NAV (Navigation) ® TheftLock is designed to regardless of the guidance from and DEST (Destination) functions discourage theft of the vehicle's the navigation system.
Page 188: 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 189 Infotainment System Q. AUDIO Book Edit/View under Configure Storing Radio Station Presets Menu on page 7 81 for deleting R. FAV (Favorite) To set preset radio stations, do the information from the address book. following: (Phone) Limit Features While Driving 1.
Page 190 Infotainment System Setting the Clock Entering an Address and Point If five or fewer names are available, a list displays. If more of Interest, and Storing Preset The navigation system time and the than five are available, the Destinations analog clock operate independently. List screen button displays a Changing the time through the Entering an Address...
Page 191 Infotainment System 8. Once a street has been 3. Press DEST. 9. Press Start Guidance. The route selected, select the House # is now ready to be started. 4. Press Point of Interest. screen button to enter the house See Point of Interest (POI) under number.
Page 192 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 193: Radio
Infotainment System Radio replaced or additional equipment (Tuning Knob): Turn to go to is added to the vehicle, the the next or previous frequency or chimes may not work. Make sure disc track or chapter. See CD/DVD AM-FM Radio that replacement or additional Player on page 7 18 or MP3 on equipment is compatible with the Before adding any sound...
Page 194 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 screen, press AUDIO.
Page 195 Infotainment System 7-11 categories. The station information When viewing a map screen, the XM Tune Select (If Equipped) appears on the display. See Radio name of the station or channel Menu in this section to add and displays. remove XM categories from the ©...
Page 196 7-12 Infotainment System Del: Press the Del screen button to Storing Radio Station Presets del the song that is associated to This feature stores a mix of up to that button. 30 AM, FM, and XM (if equipped) Popup Notifications: Once a song preset stations.
Page 197 Infotainment System 7-13 Sound Menu Setting the Tone all source types. The type of DSP selected is displayed on the TREBLE: Press + or to increase status line. or decrease the treble. If a station is weak or has static, decrease the Select from the following DSP treble.
Page 198 7-14 Infotainment System 2 CH. (Channel): Enhances information displayed or to limit Bose AudioPilot surround sound. features while driving, number of AudioPilot: The Bose AudioPilot preset pages, XM (if equipped) 5.1 CH. (Channel): Gives a full noise compensation technology. ® categories, and Bose AudioPilot affect of surround sound listening.
Page 199: Satellite Radio
Infotainment System 7-15 At higher volume settings, Radio Data System (RDS) Satellite Radio where the music is much louder The audio system has a Radio Data Satellite Radio Service than the background noise, System (RDS). RDS features are there may be little or no is a satellite radio service available for use only on FM adjustments by AudioPilot.
Page 200 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 201: 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 202: 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 203 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 204 7-20 Infotainment System © ¨ Playing a DVD The CD/DVD slot is compatible (Seek/Scan): with most audio CDs, CD-R, DVD video does not display on the 1. To seek tracks, press the up CD-RW, DVD-Video, DVD-R/RW, navigation screen unless the vehicle arrow to go to the next track.
Page 205 Infotainment System 7-21 When a DVD is loaded, the rear DVD Menu Options Move: Press to move the cursor seat passengers can power on the buttons back and forth from the Options: Press to view the RSE video screen and use the bottom-right corner to the top-left menu option screen buttons.
Page 206 7-22 Infotainment System This is not available on all DVDs or Setup: Press to display the DVD when the DVD is stopped. This Setup screen. This button is only button is not available for DVD available when the DVD is not audio.
Page 207 Infotainment System 7-23 Day: Press to make the navigation Menu Language: Press English, screen background darken. French, or Spanish to change the default language of the DVD video Monitor: From the DVD Setup menus. The menu language must screen, press to adjust the viewing be available on the disc.
Page 208 7-24 Infotainment System If you would like to change the mild neutral detergent solution (Tuning Knob): rating level, press the Parental mixed with water, and clean it. Wipe 1. Turn counterclockwise one notch Level button, then press the the disc from the center to the to go to the start of the current Password button.
Page 209 Infotainment System 7-25 There may have been a problem CD/DVD Messages To connect a USB storage device, while burning the CD/DVD. connect the device to the USB port If Disc Read Error appears on the located on the instrument panel and The label may be caught in the display and/or the CD/DVD comes in the center console.
Page 210 7-26 Infotainment System USB Supported File and Folder Using the Navigation Audio 3. Press or tap the left or right Structure arrow to select desired Category System to Control a USB ® such as: Artist, Album, Genre, Storage Device or iPod The guidelines that must be met etc.
Page 211 Infotainment System 7-27 6. Press the Back button to go The iPod or USB storage device back to the previous screen. should not be pulled out from the USB dock. To safely remove it, 7. Press the Exit button to go back press Eject.
Page 212: Mp3
7-28 Infotainment System Maximum number of folders is Empty Directory or Folder 100 with a maximum hierarchy If a root directory or a folder exists of eight folders. Using an MP3 CD somewhere in the file structure that Create a folder structure that contains only folders/subfolders MP3 Format makes it easy to find songs...
Page 213 Infotainment System 7-29 Order of Play show parts of words on the last If viewing a map screen, press the page of text and the extension of CD screen button. The display splits Play begins from the first track the filename does not display. between the audio screen and the under the root directory.
Page 214: Auxiliary Devices
7-30 Infotainment System Random: (Folder/Artist/Album): (Tuning Knob): 1. Press to hear the tracks in 1. Select the left or right arrow to 1. Turn counterclockwise one notch random, rather than sequential, go to the previous or next folder, to go to the start of the current order.
Page 215 Infotainment System 7-31 Drivers are encouraged to set up wired headphones. See the Rear 2. Press AUDIO then press AUDIO any auxiliary device while the Seat Infotainment user guide for again, repeatedly until AUX vehicle is in P (Park). See Defensive more information.
Page 216: Rear Seat Infotainment
7-32 Infotainment System Rear Seat Before Driving than two seconds to stop all system features such as: radio, video The RSE is designed for rear seat Infotainment screen, Rear Seat Audio (RSA), passengers only. The driver cannot DVD, and/or CD. While Parental safely view the video screen while Rear Seat Entertainment Control is on, a padlock icon...
Page 217 Infotainment System 7-33 Headphones while Channel 2 is dedicated to See Battery Replacement later in Rear Seat Audio (RSA) selections. this section for more information. These headphones can be used to Switch the headphones to Off when listen to the radio, CDs, DVDs, not in use.
Page 218 7-34 Infotainment System For optimal audio performance, the To purchase replacement ear pads, Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks headphones must be worn correctly. call 1 888 293 3332, then prompt Headphones should be worn with zero (0), or contact your dealer. the headband over the top of the Battery Replacement head for best audio reception.
Page 219 Infotainment System 7-35 auxiliary device to the A/V jacks. How to Change the RSE Video Audio Output Refer to the manufacturer s Screen Settings Audio from the DVD player or instructions for proper usage. The screen display mode (normal, auxiliary inputs can be heard full, and zoom), screen brightness, Power for auxiliary devices is not through the following possible...
Page 220 7-36 Infotainment System When a device is connected to the If a DVD is playing and the screen Remote Control A/V jacks, or the radio's auxiliary is raised to its locked position, the input jack if the vehicle has this screen remains on.
Page 221 Infotainment System 7-37 Objects blocking the line of sight Remote Control Buttons (Menu Navigation could also affect the function of the Arrows): Use the arrow buttons to (Power): Press this button to remote control. navigate through a menu. turn the video screen on and off. If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD (Enter): Press this button to (Illumination): Press this button...
Page 222 7-38 Infotainment System To stop fast forwarding a DVD audio (Play/Pause): Press this (Next Track/Chapter): Press or CD, release the fast forward button to start playing a DVD. Press this button to go to the beginning button. This button might not work this button while a DVD is playing to of the next chapter or track.
Page 223 Infotainment System 7-39 If the vehicle has a third row video Battery Replacement (Camera): Press this button to screen, the AUX button controls the change camera angles on DVDs To change the remote control source display on the second row that have this feature while a DVD is batteries: video screen, and the third row...
Page 224 7-40 Infotainment System 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 225 Infotainment System 7-41 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 226: Rear Seat Entertainment (Rse) System
7-42 Infotainment System 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 227 Infotainment System 7-43 CD-R/RW: A disc that has along with a disc indicator, and EJECT : Press to eject a disc audio files such as CD-R with playback starts. If the disc is from the DVD slot. downloaded MP3 files, MPEG, inserted incorrectly, the DVD player If a disc is ejected from the player, or JPEG files.
Page 228 7-44 Infotainment System Infrared Remote Sensor: Located AV INPUT: (Audio/Video Input STOP : Press once to stop in the top center of the video display Jack): The audio/video input jack playing a DVD. screen. Do not block the signal from is located below the video display There is a pre-stop feature for DVD the remote to the sensor.
Page 229: Wireless Headphones
Infotainment System 7-45 Vehicle Speakers The volume on the radio can vary To listen to this monitor tune your when switching between the radio, headphones to Channel 3 (or 4) Audio from the DVD player or an CD, DVD, MP3, or an auxiliary displays for five seconds then auxiliary device can be heard device.
Page 230: Remote Control
7-46 Infotainment System Objects blocking the line-of-sight Remote Control Buttons (Volume): Use to adjust can affect the function of the the volume on the headphones. remote control. Direct or very bright Do not store the light can affect the ability of the headphones in heat or direct transmitter to receive signals from sunlight.
Page 231 Infotainment System 7-47 SETUP: Press to change the DVD-Video Screen 4: Press the SOUND AROUND SELECT: Press default settings, see Using the RSE DVD button located under 4 to to select an FM transmitter channel. On-Screen Display (OSD) Menus transmit IR codes for DVD mode on The SOUND AROUND SELECT later in this manual.
Page 232 7-48 Infotainment System TITLE: Press to enter the disc DISPLAY: Press to scroll through REPEAT : Press to repeat title mode. The title feature is display information on the upper left part or all of a chapter, title, track, disc-specific, and may not be corner of the screen, such as title, or the entire disc after using the available on all discs.
Page 233 Infotainment System 7-49 3. Install two AAA batteries into the STOP : Press to stop playback PREV (Previous): Press to battery compartment. of a disc. play the previous chapter or track. To return to previous chapters or 4. Slide the cover back on until it To resume disc playback, tracks one at a time, press and clicks.
Page 234 7-50 Infotainment System To use the OSD menus while using 3. Press the right navigation arrow 3. Press the down navigation arrow the DVD player or an auxiliary and then use the up/down to select TV Display sub-menu device: navigation arrows to select and to adjust the screen setting.
Page 235 Infotainment System 7-51 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 236 7-52 Infotainment System 4. Press the ENTER button to If yes if selected, the six digit To change the Parental Control confirm the selection. password must be entered for the Password: disc to play. If the wrong password 1. Press the SETUP button on the is entered, the following message remote control appears:...
Page 237 Infotainment System 7-53 Playing Audio CD 4. Press DISPLAY four times and Total Remain appears along with When an audio CD is playing, the the current track playing and the display shows the current track and amount of time left on the CD. the amount of time that track has REPEAT: Press to toggle between been playing, the total amount of...
Page 238 7-54 Infotainment System Selecting Folders and Songs 2. Press ENTER when the desired The play mode options are: folder is highlighted. When an MP3 disc is inserted in Single Play a selected song. the player, the navigation screen 3. Press the up or down navigation Folder Play the folder in the appears.
Page 239 Infotainment System 7-55 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Do not use DVD lens cleaners for DVD players because the lens of Problem Recommended Action the DVD optics can become contaminated by lubricants. Check that the batteries are good in the remote control. IR Sensor Inoperative Handle CDs and DVDs carefully.
Page 240: Rear Seat Audio (Rsa)
7-56 Infotainment System Rear Seat Audio (RSA) RSA functions can be operated even when the main radio is off. System Audio can be heard through wired Vehicles with this feature allow the headphones (not included) plugged rear seat passengers to listen to into the jacks on the RSA.
Page 241 Infotainment System 7-57 © ¨ While listening to a disc, press the PROG (Program): Press this (Seek): When listening to FM, ¨ button to go to the next preset AM, or XM (if equipped), press right seek arrow to go to the next radio station or channel set on the ©...
Page 242: Using The Navigation
7-58 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 Overview on page 7 4.
Page 243 Infotainment System 7-59 NAV (Navigation): Press to view Touch-Sensitive Screen A-Z (Alphabet): Select to enter the vehicle's current position on the letters from the alphabet. This Buttons map screen. Each press of this button may toggle to A-Y. Touch-sensitive screen buttons are button cycles through Full Map and 0-9 (Numbers): Select to enter located on the screen.
Page 244: Maps
7-60 Infotainment System Maps drive. The navigation system Map Adjustments provides full route guidance in The system lets you adjust the scale This section includes basic the detailed map areas. of view on the map. Also, as you information that you need to drive, the map scrolls automatically Limited Guidance Areas know about the map database.
Page 245: Navigation Symbols
Infotainment System 7-61 Scrolling the Map 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 246 7-62 Infotainment System The stopover symbol displays on the map after a stopover has been added to the route. The stopover symbols are numbered one through three, depending on how many stopovers The distance and time to destination The straight line to distance symbol have been set.
Page 247 Infotainment System 7-63 The shaded triangle indicates the North direction. While in Heading Up mode the direction at the top of the screen and the way the vehicle icon is heading indicates the direction the vehicle is traveling. Press this screen symbol to switch The north up symbol indicates the Press the Mark screen button to between Heading Up, North Up, and...
Page 248 7-64 Infotainment System Displaying POI icons on the map More: Press to view more POI shows where POIs (e.g. restaurants, categories. gas stations, etc.) are located. This Franchise Search: screen appears after selecting the 1. Press to display a list of pre-set POI screen button.
Page 249 Infotainment System 7-65 Address Book: Press to add this List all Categories: Press to list all POI to the address book. See Nav POIs sorted alphabetically. under Configure Menu on page 7 81 Delete: To delete a specific POI for information on editing address category, select the category.
Page 250: Destination
7-66 Infotainment System 3-D Lane Guidance 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 251 Infotainment System 7-67 Enter the City Name or press the number. This number represents Last 5 Cities screen button. the number of available streets. Press this button to view the list. The Last 5 Cities screen 6. Once a street has been displays a list of the last five city names that had been entered.
Page 252 7-68 Infotainment System To enter a destination by entering are available, a list displays. 9. Press Start Guidance. The route the street name first: If more than five are available, is now ready to be started. the List screen button displays a 1.
Page 253 Infotainment System 7-69 The Last 5 Streets screen displays a number. This number displays a list of the last five represents the number of street names that had been available streets. Press this entered. Select a street from the button to view the list and select list and it appears in the Street a street.
Page 254 7-70 Infotainment System To use the point of interest 6. Select the route preference for 5. Press GO, located next to the destination entry method by Fastest, Shortest, or Other. The POI. The map screen, with the entering the name: system calculates and highlights destination marked displays.
Page 255 Infotainment System 7-71 4. Select a category. Address Book To use the address book entry method: The system displays available The address book entry method lets POI names in the selected you select a destination by selecting 1. Press DEST. an address that has been stored in category.
Page 256 7-72 Infotainment System Previous Destination To use the previous destination From Map entry method: The previous destination entry This destination entry method allows method lets you select a destination 1. Press DEST. you to select a destination by from a list of previous destination scrolling on the map.
Page 257 Infotainment System 7-73 Map Coordinates 4. Press Latitude and select either 3. Use and press on the N (North) or S (South) to enter map to find the area that you The coordinates destination entry the direction of the latitude would like to select as your method lets you select a destination coordinate.
Page 258 7-74 Infotainment System Preset Destination 4. Press Start Guidance. The route is now ready to be started. The preset destination entry method lets you set a destination by See Getting Started on Your selecting from one of five previously Route in this section for more stored destinations.
Page 259 Infotainment System 7-75 ® Low Fuel Warning OnStar Destination Download (US and Canada) OnStar Destination Download (if equipped) is a service available for OnStar subscribers that makes operating your navigation system much simpler. It allows subscribers to request and receive navigation When the fuel in the vehicle assistance on-the-go.
Page 260 7-76 Infotainment System Press Call, the navigation Route Guidance Not Active Important Notes regarding OnStar system initiates a call to your Destination Download: If an OnStar destination is destination with your Bluetooth downloaded while route guidance is If the navigation system phone (if available) or OnStar not active, the navigation system is turned off when the...
Page 261 Infotainment System 7-77 Map Destination Screen Functions Getting Started on Your Route Turn List If the map screen is used to show Once a destination has been destination, it will have map screen entered, there are several functions capabilities such as GO, Mark, that can be performed.
Page 262 7-78 Infotainment System Avoid: Press this screen button, Detour (Reverse Scroll): Press to next to the adjacent street name, to scroll to the start point or previous Press this screen button from the avoid the maneuver. Route screen, then select to detour stopover.
Page 263 Infotainment System 7-79 Add Stopover 3. Using the desired method of To delete a stopover from the entering a destination, enter the current route: stopover. See Destination 1. Press DEST. previously for more information. 2. Press Delete for the desired 4.
Page 264 7-80 Infotainment System Cancel Guidance See Nav under Configure Menu on 2. Press Name. An alpha-keyboard page 7 81 for information on editing displays. Enter the name. Press Press this screen button, from the address book entries. OK then press Back to return to Route screen, to cancel the current the address book information route.
Page 265: Configure Menu
Infotainment System 7-81 5. Press and hold one of the Sound Nav (Navigation) buttons at the bottom of the Press CONFIG to enter the screen until the name appears in configure menu options, then press that preset destination screen CONFIG again, repeatedly until button.
Page 266 7-82 Infotainment System 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 267 Infotainment System 7-83 5. Press the Phone # screen button To add a voice tag to an address 5. Press Delete to delete the and use the numeric keyboard to book entry: address book entry. input or change the phone 1.
Page 268 7-84 Infotainment System Map Database Information 2. Press the Remove Map Data When the off-road mode is turned screen button to remove the on, the navigation system will show map data. A screen showing, the path being traveled by the The Map can now be safely vehicle when not on a marked road.
Page 269 Infotainment System 7-85 XM NavTraffic (USA and Traffic information is delivered to the vehicle by the XM Radio satellites. Canada) XM NavTraffic makes it possible for Vehicles with the navigation system the navigation system to provide have an XM NavTraffic receiver. XM continuously updated traffic NavTraffic is a subscription service information personalized for a...
Page 270 7-86 Infotainment System Turning XM NavTraffic On and Off Traffic Icon Traffic To turn traffic on or off: The Traffic Icon appears on the Condition Status Icon Traffic Tab, next to the word No XM 1. Press CONFIG, then press Traffic, when traffic is found in the NavTraffic CONFIG repeatedly until Nav...
Page 271 Infotainment System 7-87 Locations and Information of To view the traffic condition location If no arrow appears, the distance Traffic Conditions and information on the map: indicates how far the event is ahead on current Interstate The system may take some time to highway or route.
Page 272 7-88 Infotainment System Yellow indicates slightly impaired Options traffic flow with average speed between 40 km/h (25 mph) and 72 km/h (45 mph). Green indicates normal traffic flow with average speed above 72 km/h (45 mph). Orange indicates construction. Traffic flow data arrows display on the map when scaled up to eight miles.
Page 273 Infotainment System 7-89 Alert for Approaching Traffic Scrolling to Traffic Events on Events: When On, if an the Map approaching traffic event is within the alert range, one of two traffic alert pop-up screens display: With no route planned, while on expressways, Approaching Traffic Event without Avoid screen displays.
Page 274 7-90 Infotainment System After pressing the INFO Category 3, Incidents: Detailed Traffic Event Screens (information) screen button, (Alert): Object in the roadway, the type of traffic condition, the disabled vehicle, or dangerous road street name, and a description of conditions. the traffic condition displays.
Page 275 Infotainment System 7-91 Back, Map, More, and Avoid Avoid: This button is used to avoid prompts. During a traffic voice the location of an event on the prompt, if RPT is pressed, the These buttons have common route. If pressed, a new route is current prompt playback cancels.
Page 276 7-92 Infotainment System Press the Location button located Display near the top leftside of the screen to change the current location to a new location from a list of 156 supported cities. The display will then update the extended forecast for the new chosen location.
Page 277 Infotainment System 7-93 Brightness/Contrast/Mode Night: Press to make the map For more information about the Rear background darker. Vision Camera, see Rear Vision Camera (RVC) on page 9 47 in the Day: Press to make the map vehicle owner manual. background brighter.
Page 278: Global Positioning
7-94 Infotainment System Setting the Clock Global Positioning This system may not be available or interferences may occur if any of the System (GPS) The navigation system time and the following are true: analog clock operate independently. The navigation system determines Signals are obstructed by tall Changing the time through the the position of the vehicle by using...
Page 279: Vehicle Positioning
Infotainment System 7-95 Current position calibration is set Vehicle is driving in heavy traffic For more information if the GPS is incorrectly. where driving is at low speeds, not functioning properly, see Vehicle and the vehicle is stopped and Positioning on page 7 95 and Vehicle is traveling at high started repeatedly.
Page 280: If The System Needs
7-96 Infotainment System It may take a long time to If the System Needs Ordering Map Data Updates operate automatic rerouting Service The map database in the vehicle is during high-speed driving. the most up-to-date information If the navigation system needs Automatic rerouting may display available when the vehicle was service and the steps listed here...
Page 281: Database Coverage
Mexico, Customer Care Center (if equipped) features. The navigation system works only Cadillac toll-free phone number, as well as the information provided Voice recognition can be used when 01-800-466-0805 or write to on the stored map data. See Map the ignition is on or when Retained cac.cadillac@gm.com.
Page 282 7-98 Infotainment System Background noise may To use voice recognition: Helpful Hints for Stating cause voice commands to Commands be misunderstood, including When a multiple command is airflow noise from wind. available, choose the command To use the voice recognition that works best.
Page 283 Infotainment System 7-99 Voice Tag Commands Storing Voice Tags System help: Instructs the system to assist with display commands. The following are voice tag From the address book entry commands that can be accessed information page, press the Radio Commands by clearly stating the commands Add Voice tag screen button.
Page 284 7-100 Infotainment System Radio help: Instructs the system to CD, DVD, Disc select previous Phone assist with radio commands. folder: Use this command to select the previous folder on the MP3 or Bluetooth CD Commands audio DVD. The following are CD, MP3, and For vehicles equipped with CD help, DVD help, Disc help: DVD commands that can be...
Page 285: Voice Recognition
Infotainment System 7-101 Pair cell phone(s) to the vehicle. A Bluetooth system can use a When to Speak: A short tone The system may not work with Bluetooth capable cell phone with a sounds after the system responds all cell phones. See Pairing in Hands Free Profile to make and indicating when it is waiting for a this section for more information.
Page 286 7-102 Infotainment System Bluetooth Controls Pairing Information Pairing a Phone A Bluetooth phone with MP3 Use the buttons located on the 1. Press and hold capability cannot be paired to steering wheel to operate the two seconds. the vehicle as a phone and an in vehicle Bluetooth system.
Page 287 Infotainment System 7-103 with <phone name> has been 3. Say Delete. The system asks Storing and Deleting Phone successfully paired after the which phone to delete. Numbers pairing process is complete. 4. Say the name of the phone you The system can store up to 6.
Page 288 7-104 Infotainment System Using the Store Command repeats back the digit it heard Listing Stored Numbers followed by a tone. After the The list command will list all stored 1. Press and hold last digit has been entered, say numbers and name tags. two seconds.
Page 289 Infotainment System 7-105 Using the Dial or Call To hear all of the numbers Receiving a Call Command recognized by the system, say When an incoming call is received, Verify at any time. the audio system mutes and a ring 1.
Page 290 7-106 Infotainment System Three Way Calling Muting a Call Transferring Audio from the Bluetooth System to a Cell Phone Three way calling must be During a call, all sounds from inside During a call with the audio in the supported on the cell phone and the vehicle can be muted so that the vehicle: enabled by the wireless service...
Page 291 Infotainment System 7-107 Voice Pass-Thru Dual Tone Multi-Frequency Clearing the System (DTMF) Tones Voice pass thru allows access to the Unless information is deleted out of voice recognition commands on the the in vehicle Bluetooth system, it The Bluetooth system can send cell phone.
Page 292 7-108 Infotainment System NOTES...
Page 293: Air Vents
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System Climate Control Systems The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled Dual Automatic Climate Control with this system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system System .
Page 294: Automatic Operation
Climate Controls Off: Press the driver side forward unless it is set to Use the steps below to place the temperature knob to turn the climate recirculation mode. See entire system in automatic mode: control system off. Outside air still Recirculation later in this section.
Page 295 Climate Controls 2. Set the driver and passenger To avoid blowing cold air in cold (Air Delivery Mode temperature. weather, the system will delay Control): Press to change the turning on the fan until warm air is direction of the airflow in the vehicle. To find your comfort setting, available.
Page 296 Climate Controls The passenger temperature control If the air conditioning is on and the (Defog): This mode clears the cannot be activated while in defrost outside temperature drops below a windows of fog or moisture. Air is mode. If the passenger control temperature which is too cool for air directed to the windshield, floor knob is pressed, the passenger...
Page 297 Climate Controls This mode recirculates and helps REAR (Rear Climate Control): For Do not use a razor blade to quickly cool the air inside the vehicles with the rear heating and or sharp object to clear the inside vehicle. It can be used to help air conditioning controls.
Page 298 Climate Controls Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate with Rear The rear climate control system can also be turned off by pressing and Seat Audio) holding the button. To turn the For vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning controls, they are system on from the rear seats, integrated with the rear seat audio controls located in the center console.
Page 299: Air Vents
Climate Controls Automatic Operation, Manual Operation Air Vents If Equipped (Fan Control): Press these Use the air outlets located in the buttons on the rear seat audio AUTO: Press the air delivery mode center and on the side of the control panel to increase or button until this setting is selected to instrument panel to direct the...
Page 300 Climate Controls Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout the vehicle. Adding outside equipment to the front of the vehicle, such as hood-air deflectors, may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system.
Page 301 Driving and Operating Driving and Retained Accessory Ride Control Systems ® Power (RAP) ....9-25 StabiliTrak System ..9-37 Operating Shifting Into Park .
Page 302 Driving and Operating Designate a front seat Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ..9-53 Driving Information passenger to handle potential Filling the Tank ....9-54 distractions.
Page 303: Driving And Operating
Driving and Operating careless and make mistakes. WARNING WARNING (Continued) Anticipate what they might do and be ready. Taking your eyes off the road too Do not drink and drive or ride with Allow enough following distance long or too often could cause a a driver who has been drinking.
Page 304: Steering
Driving and Operating Helpful braking tips to keep in mind Steering Curve Tips include: Take curves at a reasonable Hydraulic Power Steering Keep enough distance between speed. Your vehicle has hydraulic you and the vehicle in front Reduce speed before entering a power steering.
Page 305: Off-Road Recovery
Driving and Operating Off-Road Recovery 2. Turn the steering wheel about Defensive drivers avoid most skids one-eighth of a turn, until the by taking reasonable care suited to right front tire contacts the existing conditions, and by not pavement edge. overdriving those conditions.
Page 306: Off-Road Driving
Driving and Operating Try to avoid sudden steering, To gain more ground clearance if WARNING acceleration, or braking, needed, it may be necessary to including reducing vehicle remove the front fascia lower When driving off-road, bouncing speed by shifting to a lower air dam.
Page 307 Driving and Operating Environmental Concerns WARNING (Continued) WARNING Always use established trails, roads, and areas that have been Keep cargo in the cargo area Many hills are simply too steep set aside for public off-road as far forward and as low for any vehicle.
Page 308 Driving and Operating Use headlamps even during the Never try to turn the vehicle WARNING day to make the vehicle more around. If the hill is steep visible. enough to stall the vehicle, Heavy braking when going down it is steep enough to cause a hill can cause your brakes to it to roll over.
Page 309 Driving and Operating Hidden obstacles can make the 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, steepness of the incline more after stalling, set the parking or Ice severe. If a rock is driven across brake, shift an automatic Use a low gear when driving in with the uphill wheels, or if the transmission into P (Park), and...
Page 310: Driving On Wet Roads
9-10 Driving and Operating Traction is reduced on hard packed After Off-Road Driving WARNING (Continued) snow and ice and it is easy to lose Remove any brush or debris that control. Reduce vehicle speed has collected on the underbody or ground from under your tires.
Page 311: Highway Hypnosis
Driving and Operating 9-11 Have good tires with proper Hydroplaning WARNING tread depth. See Tires on Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water page 10 46. can build up under the vehicle's Wet brakes can cause crashes. Turn off cruise control. tires so they actually ride on the They might not work as well in a water.
Page 312: Hill And Mountain Roads
9-12 Driving and Operating Hill and Mountain Roads grades, passing or no-passing WARNING zones) and take appropriate Driving on steep hills or through action. Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) mountains is different than driving or with the ignition off is on flat or rolling terrain.
Page 313 Driving and Operating 9-13 The Antilock Brake System (ABS) Canada) on page 13 8 or WARNING (Continued) on page 9 34 improves vehicle Roadside Service (Mexico) on stability during hard stops on page 13 10. To get help and keep Check again from time to slippery roads, but apply the brakes everyone in the vehicle safe:...
Page 314: If The Vehicle Is Stuck
9-14 Driving and Operating To save fuel, run the engine for only If the Vehicle Is Stuck For information about using tire short periods as needed to warm chains on the vehicle, see Tire Slowly and cautiously spin the the vehicle and then shut the engine Chains on page 10 65.
Page 315: Vehicle Load Limits
Driving and Operating 9-15 Recovery hooks can be used, if the vehicle capacity weight and vehicle has them. If the vehicle does includes the weight of all need to be towed out, see Towing occupants, cargo, and all the Vehicle on page 10 93. nonfactory-installed options.
Page 316 9-16 Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information positions (A), and the maximum Steps for Determining Correct Label Load Limit vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. Locate the statement The combined weight of The Tire and Loading occupants and cargo should Information label also shows the never exceed XXX kg or size of the original equipment...
Page 317 Driving and Operating 9-17 and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4.
Page 318 9-18 Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers, This is called Gross Vehicle and cargo should never exceed Weight Rating (GVWR). The your vehicle's capacity weight. GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, Certification/Tire Label and cargo. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum weights for the front and rear axles,...
Page 319 Driving and Operating 9-19 weight ratings. Ask your dealer WARNING WARNING (Continued) to help you load your vehicle the right way. Do not load the vehicle any Never stack heavier heavier than the Gross If you put things inside your things, like suitcases, Vehicle Weight Rating inside the vehicle so that...
Page 320 9-20 Driving and Operating Add-On Equipment Automatic Level Control automatically adjust vehicle height thereafter. The system When you carry removable The automatic level control rear may exhaust (lower vehicle items, you may need to put a suspension comes as a part of height) for up to 10 minutes after limit on how many people you the Road Sensing Suspension.
Page 321: Starting And Operating
Driving and Operating 9-21 Starting and premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this Operating breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake New Vehicle Break-In linings. Do not tow a trailer during Notice: The vehicle does not break-in. See Trailer Towing The switch used to adjust the need an elaborate break-in.
Page 322: Ignition Positions
9-22 Driving and Operating Ignition Positions will remain active. See Retained 3. Come to a complete stop, shift Accessory Power (RAP) on to P (Park), and turn the ignition page 9 25. to LOCK/OFF. On vehicles with an automatic transmission, the This position locks the ignition.
Page 323: Starting The Engine
Driving and Operating 9-23 key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If this The switch stays in this position Starting the Engine doesn't work, then the vehicle needs when the engine is running. The If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the service. transmission is also unlocked in this hybrid supplement for more position on automatic transmission Notice: Using a tool to force the...
Page 324: Engine Heater
9-24 Driving and Operating The vehicle has a prevent possible vehicle If the vehicle starts briefly but Computer-Controlled Cranking component damage. When this then stops again, repeat these System. This feature assists in happens, hold the ignition switch steps. This clears the extra starting the engine and protects in the START position to gasoline from the engine.
Page 325: Retained Accessory
Driving and Operating 9-25 Vehicles with an engine heater Retained Accessory WARNING should be plugged in at least Power (RAP) four hours before starting. Plugging the cord into an An internal thermostat in the The following vehicle accessories ungrounded outlet could cause an plug-end of the cord may exist can be used for up to 10 minutes electrical shock.
Page 326: Shifting Into Park
9-26 Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park 4. Remove the key and take it with Then, see if you can move the shift you. If you can leave the vehicle lever away from P (Park) without with the ignition key in your first pulling it toward you.
Page 327: Shifting Out Of Park
Driving and Operating 9-27 in the transmission. Then you If the vehicle has an uncharged Parking over Things should be able to pull the shift lever battery or a battery with low voltage, That Burn out of P (Park). try charging or jump starting the battery.
Page 328: Engine Exhaust
9-28 Driving and Operating When less power is required, such Engine Exhaust WARNING (Continued) as cruising at a constant vehicle speed, the system will operate in There are holes or openings WARNING the half cylinder mode, allowing the in the vehicle body from vehicle to achieve better fuel damage or aftermarket Engine exhaust contains carbon...
Page 329: Running The Vehicle While
Driving and Operating 9-29 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 330 9-30 Driving and Operating There are several different positions R (Reverse): Use this gear to WARNING for the shift lever. back up. Notice: Shifting to R (Reverse) It is dangerous to get out of the while the vehicle is moving vehicle if the shift lever is not fully forward could damage the in P (Park) with the parking brake...
Page 331 Driving and Operating 9-31 D (Drive): This position is for M (Manual Mode): This position WARNING normal driving. It provides the best lets drivers select the range of gears fuel economy. If you need more appropriate for current driving Shifting into a drive gear while the power for passing, and you are: conditions.
Page 332: Manual Mode
9-32 Driving and Operating If the shift stabilization feature may be more noticeable with a cold The DIC display will show the determines that a current vehicle transmission. This difference in message MANUAL SHIFT on the speed cannot be maintained, the shifting is normal.
Page 333: Tow/Haul Mode
Driving and Operating 9-33 Tow/Haul Mode See Tow/Haul Mode Light on Grade Braking is only active while page 5 20 and Hill and Mountain the Tow/Haul Mode is selected and Roads on page 9 12 for more you are not in the Range Selection information.
Page 334: Drive Systems
9-34 Driving and Operating Drive Systems Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it becomes necessary to slam on the brakes and continue braking to All-Wheel Drive Antilock Brake avoid a sudden obstacle, a System (ABS) computer senses that the wheels If the vehicle has this feature, are slowing down.
Page 335: Parking Brake
Driving and Operating 9-35 suddenly slows or stops. Always Parking Brake Notice: Driving with the parking leave enough room up ahead to brake on can overheat the brake stop, even with ABS. system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system Using ABS parts.
Page 336: Brake Assist
9-36 Driving and Operating Brake Assist The brake assist feature will braking pressure for a maximum of automatically disengage when two seconds to ensure that there This vehicle has a brake assist the brake pedal is released or is no rolling. The brakes will feature designed to assist the driver brake pedal pressure is quickly automatically release when the...
Page 337: Ride Control Systems Stabilitrak System
Driving and Operating 9-37 Ride Control Systems the vehicle is started. See Trailer If a DIC message appears, make Sway Control (TSC) on page 9 68 sure the StabiliTrak system has not for more information. been turned off using the Traction ®...
Page 338: Traction Control Operation
9-38 Driving and Operating the appropriate DIC message It is recommended to leave the displays. This will also disable the system on for normal driving TSC feature. conditions, but it may be necessary to turn the system off if the vehicle Traction control and StabiliTrak is stuck in sand, mud, ice or snow, can be turned on by pressing and...
Page 339: Locking Rear Axle
Driving and Operating 9-39 control is turned off, only the reduction in acceleration may be Adding non dealer accessories can brake-traction control portion of noticed, or a noise or vibration may affect the vehicle's performance. traction control will work. The be heard.
Page 340: Continuous Damping
9-40 Driving and Operating The controller then sends signals vehicle speed, wheel to body This type of level control is fully to each shock absorber to position, lift/dive and steering automatic and will provide a better independently adjust the damping position of the vehicle.
Page 341: Cruise Control
Driving and Operating 9-41 Cruise Control This vehicle has a Hydra Matic 6 speed automatic transmission, see Grade Braking under Tow/Haul WARNING Mode on page 9 33 for an explanation of how cruise control Cruise control can be dangerous interacts with the Range Selection where you cannot drive safely at Mode, tow/haul and grade braking a steady speed.
Page 342 9-42 Driving and Operating (Set/Coast): Press to set Resuming a Set Speed Reducing Speed While Using the speed and activate cruise Cruise Control If the cruise control is set at a control or make the vehicle desired speed and then the brakes If the cruise control system is decelerate.
Page 343: Object Detection Systems
Driving and Operating 9-43 Using Cruise Control on Hills Ending Cruise Control Object Detection How well the cruise control works There are three ways to end cruise Systems on hills depends on the vehicle control: speed, the load, and the steepness To disengage cruise control, Ultrasonic Parking Assist of the hills.
Page 344 9-44 Driving and Operating How the System Works Turning the System On and Off PARKING ASSIST OFF: This message occurs if the driver URPA comes on automatically disables the system or if the vehicle when the shift lever is moved into is driven above 8 km/h (5 mph) in R (Reverse).
Page 345: Side Blind Zone
Driving and Operating 9-45 Other conditions may affect system How the System Works performance, such as vibrations The SBZA symbol lights up in the from a jackhammer or the side mirrors when the system compression of air brakes on detects a vehicle in the side blind a very large truck.
Page 346 9-46 Driving and Operating When the vehicle is moving forward, The system does not need to be The SBZA displays may remain on the left or right side mirror display serviced. SBZA is designed to if a trailer is attached to the vehicle, will light up if a vehicle is detected in ignore stationary objects;...
Page 347: Rear Vision
Driving and Operating 9-47 desert, where there is insufficient Frequency of operation: WARNING data for operation. This message 24.05GHz 24.25GHz may also activate during heavy rain Field Strength: Not greater than The RVC system does not display or due to road spray. The vehicle 2.5V/m peak (0.25V/m average) at a pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, does not need service.
Page 348 9-48 Driving and Operating Turning the RVC System On Adjusting the Brightness and or Off Contrast of the Screen The RVC system is designed to To adjust the brightness and help the driver when backing up by contrast of the screen, press the displaying a view of the area behind CONFIG hard key while the RVC the vehicle.
Page 349 Driving and Operating 9-49 Rear Parking Assist Symbols Guidelines RVC Location Unavailable error message may The RVC system has a guideline display. See Ultrasonic Parking overlay that can help the driver align Assist on page 9 43. the vehicle when backing into a The symbols appear near objects parking spot.
Page 350 9-50 Driving and Operating Ice, snow, mud, or anything else This shows the field of view that the Displayed images may be further or builds up on the camera lens. camera provides. closer than they appear. The area Clean the lens, rinse it with displayed is limited and objects water, and wipe it with a soft which are close to either corner of...
Page 351: Fuel
Driving and Operating 9-51 Fuel Recommended Fuel Use premium unleaded gasoline Use of the recommended fuel is with a posted octane rating an important part of the proper of 91 or higher. You can also use maintenance of this vehicle. To help regular unleaded gasoline rated keep the engine clean and maintain at 87 octane or higher, but the...
Page 352: Gasoline Specifications (U.s. And Canada Only)
9-52 Driving and Operating Gasoline Specifications states adopting California Emissions To check the fuel availability, ask an Standards, the vehicle will operate auto club, or contact a major oil (U.S. and Canada Only) satisfactorily on fuels meeting company that does business in the federal specifications, but emission country where you will be driving.
Page 353: Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol)
Driving and Operating 9-53 TOP TIER label on the fuel pump to However, E85 (85% ethanol) and Fuels containing MMT can reduce ensure gasoline meets enhanced other fuels containing more than spark plug life and affect emission detergency standards developed 15% ethanol must not be used in control system performance.
Page 354: Filling The Tank
9-54 Driving and Operating Many service stations will not have The starting characteristics of Notice: Some additives are not an 85% ethanol fuel (E85) pump ethanol make it more difficult compatible with E85 fuel and can available. The U.S. Department of to start below 0°C (32°F), which harm the vehicle's fuel system.
Page 355 Driving and Operating 9-55 WARNING (Continued) WARNING island. Turn off the engine when Fuel can spray out on you if you refueling. Do not smoke near fuel open the fuel cap too quickly. or when refueling the vehicle. Do If you spill fuel and then not use cellular phones.
Page 356: Filling A Portable Fuel
9-56 Driving and Operating The diagnostic system can light and may damage the fuel WARNING (Continued) determine if the fuel cap has been tank and emissions system. See left off or improperly installed. This Malfunction Indicator Lamp on Bring the fill nozzle in contact would allow fuel to evaporate into page 5 16.
Page 357: General Towing
Driving and Operating 9-57 Then, during the first 800 km Towing vehicle such as a motor home, see (500 miles) that a trailer is Recreational Vehicle Towing on towed, do not drive over 80 km/h page 10 93. General Towing (50 mph) and do not make starts Information at full throttle.
Page 358 9-58 Driving and Operating Important considerations that have Towing a trailer requires a certain WARNING (Continued) to do with weight: amount of experience. The combination you are driving is The weight of the trailer To maximize safety when towing longer and not as responsive as the a trailer: The weight of the trailer tongue vehicle itself.
Page 359 Driving and Operating 9-59 Passing When turning with a trailer, make The tow/haul mode may be used if wider turns than normal. Do this the transmission shifts too often. More passing distance is needed so the trailer will not strike soft See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9 33.
Page 360 9-60 Driving and Operating Parking on Hills 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then 4. Release the parking brake. apply the parking brake and shift 5. Let up on the brake pedal. into P (Park). WARNING 6. Drive slowly until the trailer is 5.
Page 361: Trailer Towing
Driving and Operating 9-61 Trailer Towing The following information has many WARNING (Continued) time-tested, important trailering tips If the vehicle is a hybrid, see and safety rules. Many of these are dealer for advice and information the hybrid supplement for more important for your safety and that of about towing a trailer with the information.
Page 362 9-62 Driving and Operating 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 363 Driving and Operating 9-63 Hitch Type Maximum Tongue Vehicle Series Weight 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lbs) 1500 Weight Distributing 499 kg (1,100 lbs) Do not exceed the maximum proper. If they are not, adjustments allowable tongue weight for the might be made by moving some vehicle.
Page 364: Towing Equipment
9-64 Driving and Operating Weight of the Trailering or a tow eye latched to a pintle Weight Distributing Hitch hook. Other trailers may require a Combination Adjustment weight distributing hitch that uses It is important that the combination spring bars to distribute the trailer of the tow vehicle and trailer tongue weight among the two does not exceed any of its weight...
Page 365 Driving and Operating 9-65 Hitch Cover (without Dual To reinstall the hitch cover: Hitch Cover (with Dual Exhaust) Exhaust) 1. Hold the cover at a 45 degree angle to the vehicle and push The vehicle may have a hitch cover. To remove the hitch cover: the upper tabs in the hitch cover To remove the hitch cover:...
Page 366 9-66 Driving and Operating 3. Turn the fasteners on the lower the instructions for the trailer brakes The seven-wire harness contains tabs 90 degrees clockwise to so they are installed, adjusted and the following trailer circuits: lock the cover in place. maintained properly.
Page 367 Driving and Operating 9-67 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 368: Trailer Sway
9-68 Driving and Operating Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul Trailer Sway Conversions and when lightly loaded or with no Control (TSC) Add-Ons trailer at all will not cause damage. However, there is no benefit to the Trailer Sway Control (TSC) selection of Tow/Haul when the Add-On Electrical Non-hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak...
Page 369 Vehicle Care 10-1 Vehicle Care Overheated Engine Bulb Replacement Protection Bulb Replacement ..10-35 Operating Mode ... 10-21 High Intensity Discharge Engine Fan .
Page 370 10-2 Vehicle Care Tire Pressure for High-Speed Tire Sealant and General Information Operation ....10-53 Compressor Kit ... 10-67 For service and parts needs, Tire Pressure Monitor Storing the Tire Sealant and...
Page 371: Vehicle Care
Vehicle Care 10-3 California Accessories and Damage to vehicle components resulting from modifications or the Proposition 65 Warning Modifications installation or use of non GM certified parts, including control Most motor vehicles, including this Adding non dealer accessories or module or software modifications, is one, contain and/or emit chemicals making modifications to the vehicle not covered under the terms of the...
Page 372: Vehicle Checks
10-4 Vehicle Care Vehicle Checks If doing some of your own service WARNING (Continued) work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more Doing Your Own Be sure to use the proper about how to service the vehicle nuts, bolts, and other Service Work than this manual can.
Page 373: Hood
Vehicle Care 10-5 Hood 4. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure To open the hood: all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 152 mm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, then push the front center of the hood with a swift, firm motion to fully close the hood.
Page 374 10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 6.2L V8 Engine...
Page 375: Engine Oil
Vehicle Care 10-7 A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on Engine Cooling Fans (Out of Engine Oil page 10 14. View). See Cooling System on To ensure proper engine page 10 15. B. Coolant Surge Tank and performance and long life, Pressure Cap. See Cooling Power Steering Fluid Reservoir.
Page 376 10-8 Vehicle Care Checking Engine Oil When to Add Engine Oil area that shows the proper operating range, the engine It is a good idea to check the engine could be damaged. You should oil level at each fuel fill. In order to drain out the excess oil or limit get an accurate reading, the vehicle driving of the vehicle and seek a...
Page 377 Vehicle Care 10-9 vehicle should have the dexos1 If in an area of extreme cold, where What to Do with Used Oil approved certification mark. This the temperature falls below 20°F Used engine oil contains certain certification mark indicates that the ( 29°C), an SAE 0W 30 oil should elements that can be unhealthy for oil has been approved to the dexos1...
Page 378: Engine Oil Life System
10-10 Vehicle Care Engine Oil Life System It is possible that, if driving under How to Reset the Engine Oil the best conditions, the oil life Life System When to Change Engine Oil system might indicate that an oil Reset the system whenever the change is not necessary for up to a This vehicle has a computer system engine oil is changed so that the...
Page 379: Automatic Transmission
Vehicle Care 10-11 Automatic Transmission Change the fluid and filter at the Before checking the fluid level, scheduled maintenance intervals prepare the vehicle as follows: Fluid listed in Maintenance Schedule on 1. Start the engine and park the page 11 4. Be sure to use the When to Check and Change vehicle on a level surface.
Page 380 10-12 Vehicle Care 6. Using the TRANS TEMP reading, determine and perform the appropriate check procedure. If the TRANS TEMP reading is not within the required temperature ranges, allow the vehicle to cool, or operate the 1. Locate the transmission 5.
Page 381 Vehicle Care 10-13 Hot Check Procedure See Engine Compartment (160°F and 200°F), add or drain Overview on page 10 6 for more fluid as necessary to bring the Use this procedure to check the information. level into the HOT band. If the transmission fluid level when the fluid level is low, add only transmission fluid temperature...
Page 382: Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
10-14 Vehicle Care If inconsistent readings persist, shake it to release loose dust and check the transmission breather to dirt. If the engine air cleaner/filter be sure it is clean and not clogged. remains covered with dirt, a new If readings are still inconsistent, filter is required.
Page 383: Cooling System
Vehicle Care 10-15 WARNING WARNING Operating the engine with the air Heater and radiator hoses, and cleaner/filter off can cause you or other engine parts, can be very others to be burned. The air hot. Do not touch them. If you do, cleaner not only cleans the air;...
Page 384: Engine Coolant
10-16 Vehicle Care Will not damage aluminum parts. Engine Coolant WARNING (Continued) Helps keep the proper engine The cooling system in the vehicle temperature. mixture, the engine could get too is filled with DEX-COOL engine Notice: If an improper coolant hot but you would not get the coolant.
Page 385 Vehicle Care 10-17 authorized service center, familiar How to Add Coolant to the with legal requirements regarding Surge Tank used coolant disposal. This will help protect the environment and your WARNING health. You can be burned if you spill Checking Coolant coolant on hot engine parts.
Page 386 10-18 Vehicle Care If no coolant is visible in the surge WARNING tank, add coolant as follows: Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system can blow out and burn you badly. They are under pressure, and if you turn the surge tank pressure even a little they can...
Page 387: Engine Overheating
Vehicle Care 10-19 5. Replace the pressure cap. In addition, ENGINE OVERHEATED Be sure the pressure cap is STOP ENGINE, ENGINE hand-tight and fully seated. OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE, and a ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED 6. Verify coolant level after engine message comes on in the Driver is shut off and the coolant is Information Center (DIC) on the...
Page 388 10-20 Vehicle Care Then check to see if the engine If Steam Is Coming from the WARNING (Continued) cooling fans are running. If the Engine Compartment engine is overheating, both fans See Overheated Engine should be running. If they are not, WARNING Protection Operating Mode on do not continue to run the engine...
Page 389: Overheated Engine Protection
Vehicle Care 10-21 Idles for long periods in traffic. Continue to drive the vehicle slowly In this mode, a loss in power and for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe engine performance will be noticed. Tows a trailer. See Trailer vehicle distance from the vehicle in This operating mode allows the Towing on page 9 61.
Page 390: Engine Fan
10-22 Vehicle Care Engine Fan Power Steering Fluid How to Check Power Steering Fluid The vehicle has electric cooling Notice: Extremely small amounts fans. The fans spinning at low of contamination can cause speed during most everyday driving steering system damage and might be heard.
Page 391: Washer Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-23 What to Use Adding Washer Fluid Notice When using concentrated To determine what kind of fluid to The vehicle has a low washer fluid washer fluid, follow the use, see Recommended Fluids and message on the DIC that comes manufacturer's instructions Lubricants on page 11 13.
Page 392 10-24 Vehicle Care Brakes Some driving conditions or climates Brake Adjustment can cause a brake squeal when the Every time the brakes are applied, This vehicle has disc brakes. Disc brakes are first applied or lightly with or without the vehicle moving, brake pads have built-in wear applied.
Page 393: Brake Fluid
Vehicle Care 10-25 Brake Fluid Do not top off the brake fluid. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule Adding fluid does not correct a to determine when to check the leak. If fluid is added when the brake fluid. See Maintenance linings are worn, there will be too Schedule on page 11 4.
Page 394: Battery
10-26 Vehicle Care After work is done on the brake Notice Battery hydraulic system, make sure the Using the wrong fluid If the vehicle is a hybrid, see level is above the MIN but not over can badly damage brake the hybrid supplement for more the MAX mark.
Page 395: All-Wheel Drive
Vehicle Care 10-27 Vehicle Storage All-Wheel Drive How to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the Transfer Case WARNING vehicle should be on a level If the vehicle is equipped with surface. Batteries have acid that can burn All-Wheel Drive, be sure to perform you and gas that can explode.
Page 396: Front Axle
10-28 Vehicle Care When the differential is at What to Use How to Check Lubricant operating temperature (warm), Refer to Recommended Fluids and To get an accurate reading, the add enough lubricant to raise the Lubricants on page 11 13 to vehicle should be on a level level to the bottom of the fill determine what kind of lubricant...
Page 397 Vehicle Care 10-29 For All-Wheel-Drive vehicles, the All axle assemblies are filled by How to Check Lubricant proper level is from 1.0 mm to volume of fluid during production. 19.0 mm (0.04 in to 0.75 in) They are not filled to reach a certain below the bottom of the filler level.
Page 398: Function Check
10-30 Vehicle Care Starter Switch Check 3. Try to start the engine in each Be ready to apply the regular gear. The vehicle should start brake immediately if the vehicle only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). begins to move. WARNING If the vehicle starts in any other 3.
Page 399: Park Brake And P (Park) Mechanism Check
Vehicle Care 10-31 Park Brake and P (Park) Park on a fairly steep hill, with the Wiper Blade Replacement vehicle facing downhill. Keeping Mechanism Check Windshield wiper blades should your foot on the regular brake, set be inspected for wear or cracking. the parking brake.
Page 400: Glass Replacement
10-32 Vehicle Care Rear Wiper Blade Replacement 1. Lift the wiper blade assembly up and out of the park rest position. 3. Install the new blade onto the 4. Replace the wiper blade. arm connector and make sure 5. Return the wiper blade assembly the grooved areas are fully set in to the park rest position.
Page 401: Headlamp Aiming
Vehicle Care 10-33 Headlamp Aiming The vehicle should: Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle's low-beam headlamps. Be placed so the headlamps are The vehicle has a visual optical The high-beam headlamps will be 7.6 m (25 ft.) from a light colored headlamp aiming system.
Page 402 10-34 Vehicle Care 3. Record the distance from the 5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (B) ground to the center of the on the wall the width of the projector lens of the low beam vehicle at the height of the mark headlamp.
Page 403: Bulb Replacement
Vehicle Care 10-35 Bulb Replacement The vehicle may have HID headlamps. After an HID headlamp For the proper type of replacement bulb has been replaced, you may bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on notice that the beam is a slightly page 10 37. different shade than it was originally.
Page 404: Back-Up Lamps
10-36 Vehicle Care Back-Up Lamps 5. Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket. To replace this bulb: 6. Press a new bulb into the socket, insert the socket into the taillamp assembly and turn the socket clockwise into the taillamp assembly until it clicks.
Page 405: Electrical System
Vehicle Care 10-37 License Plate Lamp 3. Remove the bulb socket from Electrical System the lamp assembly by turning it counterclockwise. Electrical System 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the Overload socket and install the new bulb. The vehicle has fuses and circuit 5.
Page 406: Fuses And Circuit
10-38 Vehicle Care Replace a bad fuse with a new one Windshield Wipers Fuses and Circuit of the identical size and rating. Breakers If the wiper motor overheats due to If there is a problem on the road heavy snow or ice, the windshield If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the and a fuse needs to be replaced, wipers will stop until the motor cools...
Page 407: Engine Compartment Fuse Block
Vehicle Care 10-39 If you ever have a problem on the Engine Compartment Notice: Spilling liquid on any road and don't have a spare fuse, electrical component on the Fuse Block you can borrow one that has the vehicle may damage it. Always same amperage.
Page 408 10-40 Vehicle Care...
Page 409 Vehicle Care 10-41 The vehicle may not be equipped Fuses Usage Fuses Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and Engine Control Module Trailer Parking Lamps features shown. (Battery) Fuses Usage Driver Side Parking Fuel Injectors, Ignition Lamps Right Trailer Stop/ Coils (Right Side) Turn Lamp Passenger Side Parking...
Page 410 10-42 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Fuses Usage J-Case Usage Fuses Electric Adjustable Pedals SEO B1 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Antilock Brake Climate Controls (Battery) System 1 Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary Airbag System (Ignition) Power Outlet Starter Amplifier Automatic Level Control Stud 2 (Trailer Audio System Compressor Relay Brakes)
Page 411: Instrument Panel Fuse
Vehicle Care 10-43 Instrument Panel Fuse J-Case Relays Usage Usage Block Fuses Air Conditioning Power Liftgate CMPRSR Compressor Module STRTR Starter Left Bussed Electrical PWR/TRN Powertrain Center 2 FUEL Fuel Pump Relays Usage Cooling Fan High Parking Lamps FAN HI LAMP Speed REAR...
Page 412 10-44 Vehicle Care Fuses Usage Driver Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Instrument Panel Back Lighting Passenger Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Passenger Door Module, Driver Unlock Power Door Lock 2 (Unlock Feature) Power Door Lock 2 (Lock Feature) Stoplamps, Center High Mounted The vehicle may not be equipped Stoplamp Fuses...
Page 413: Block
Vehicle Care 10-45 Top View Fuses Usage Circuit Usage Breaker Interior Lamps Driver Side Power Power Door Lock 1 LT DR Window Circuit (Unlock Feature) Breaker Rear Seat Entertainment Harness Connector Usage Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Driver Door Liftgate LT DR Harness Connection...
Page 414: Wheels And Tires
10-46 Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires Harness WARNING (Continued) Connector Usage Tires Underinflated tires pose the Headliner same danger as overloaded HEADLINER 2 Harness Every new GM vehicle has tires. The resulting crash Connector 2 high-quality tires made by a could cause serious injury.
Page 415: Tire Sidewall Labeling
Vehicle Care 10-47 The low profile, wide tread Tire Sidewall Labeling WARNING (Continued) design is not recommended for Useful information about a tire off road driving. See Off-Road Improperly repaired tires can is molded into the sidewall. Driving on page 9 6, for cause a crash.
Page 416: Tire Designations
10-48 Vehicle Care (B) TPC Spec (Tire manufactured. The TIN is tire pressure see Tire Pressure Performance Criteria molded onto both sides of the on page 10 52 and Vehicle Load Specification) Original tire, although only one side may Limits on page 9 15. equipment tires designed to have the date of manufacture.
Page 417: Tire Terminology And
Vehicle Care 10-49 (B) Tire Width The three digit (F) Service Description These Aspect Ratio The relationship number indicates the tire section characters represent the load of a tire's height to its width. width in millimeters from index and speed rating of the Belt A rubber coated layer of sidewall to sidewall.
Page 418 10-50 Vehicle Care Curb Weight The weight of a GAWR FRT Gross Axle Weight Maximum Inflation Pressure motor vehicle with standard and Rating for the front axle. See The maximum air pressure to optional equipment including Vehicle Load Limits on which a cold tire can be inflated.
Page 419 Vehicle Care 10-51 Outward Facing Sidewall Radial Ply Tire A pneumatic of a tire when only 1.6 mm side of an asymmetrical tire that tire in which the ply cords that (1/16 in) of tread remains. See has a particular side that faces extend to the beads are laid at When It Is Time for New Tires outward when mounted on a...
Page 420: Tire Pressure
10-52 Vehicle Care Vehicle Maximum Load on the Notice: Neither tire The Tire and Loading Tire Load on an individual tire underinflation nor Information label on the due to curb weight, accessory overinflation is good. vehicle indicates the original weight, occupant weight, and Underinflated tires, or equipment tires and the correct cargo weight.
Page 421 Vehicle Care 10-53 When to Check Loading Information label, no WARNING (Continued) further adjustment is necessary. Check the tires once a month If the inflation pressure is low, or more. and can cause sudden tire failure. add air until the recommended You could have a crash and you Do not forget the spare tire.
Page 422: Tire Pressure Monitor System
10-54 Vehicle Care Return the tires to the tire inflation pressure label, you not reached the level to trigger recommended cold tire inflation should determine the proper tire illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure when high-speed driving inflation pressure for those tires.) pressure telltale.
Page 423: Operation
Vehicle Care 10-55 ensure that the replacement or assembly, excluding the spare tire each ignition cycle until the tires alternate tires and wheels allow the and wheel assembly. The TPMS are inflated to the correct inflation TPMS to continue to function sensors monitor the air pressure in pressure.
Page 424 10-56 Vehicle Care The TPMS sensor matching The TPMS can warn about a TPMS Malfunction Light and process was not done or low tire pressure condition but it Message not completed successfully does not replace normal tire The TPMS will not function properly after rotating the tires.
Page 425 Vehicle Care 10-57 Operating electronic devices or using a TPMS relearn tool, in the 4. Start with the driver side being near facilities using radio following order: driver side front tire, front tire. wave frequencies similar to the passenger side front tire, passenger 5.
Page 426: Tire Inspection
10-58 Vehicle Care The tire has a bump, bulge, 9. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF. When It Is Time for New Tires or split. on page 10 64 and Wheel 10. Set all four tires to the Replacement on page 10 64. recommended air pressure The tire has a puncture, cut, level as indicated on the Tire...
Page 427: When It Is Time For New
Vehicle Care 10-59 See Tire Pressure on WARNING (Continued) page 10 52 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9 15. towel can be used; however, use a scraper or wire brush later to Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor remove all rust or dirt. System.
Page 428: Buying New Tires
10-60 Vehicle Care The rubber in tires ages over time. at least a month, remove the tires be followed by MS for mud and This also applies to the spare tire, or raise the vehicle to reduce the snow. See Tire Sidewall Labeling on if the vehicle has one, even if it is weight from the tires.
Page 429 Vehicle Care 10-61 Vehicles that have a tire pressure WARNING WARNING monitoring system could give an inaccurate low pressure warning Using bias-ply tires on the Mixing tires of different sizes, if non TPC Spec rated tires are brands, or types may cause loss vehicle may cause the wheel installed.
Page 430: Different Size Tires And
10-62 Vehicle Care Different Size Tires and (NHTSA), which grades tires WARNING (Continued) by treadwear, traction, and Wheels temperature performance. This developed for the vehicle, and If wheels or tires are installed that applies only to vehicles sold in have them properly installed by a are a different size than the original the United States.
Page 431 Vehicle Care 10-63 All Passenger Car Tires Must Traction AA, A, B, C conditions on a specified Conform to Federal Safety indoor laboratory test wheel. The traction grades, from Requirements In Addition To Sustained high temperature can highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, These Grades.
Page 432: Wheel Alignment And Tire
10-64 Vehicle Care Wheel Alignment and Tire Your dealer will know the kind of Notice: The wrong wheel wheel that is needed. can also cause problems with Balance bearing life, brake cooling, Each new wheel should have the speedometer or odometer The tires and wheels were aligned same load-carrying capacity, calibration, headlamp aim,...
Page 433: Tire Chains
Vehicle Care 10-65 Tire Chains If a Tire Goes Flat WARNING It is unusual for a tire to blow out, WARNING Driving on a flat tire will cause especially if the tires are maintained permanent damage to the tire. properly. See Tires on page 10 46. Do not use tire chains.
Page 434 10-66 Vehicle Care WARNING WARNING WARNING (Continued) Lifting a vehicle and getting Changing a tire can be 4. Do not allow passengers to under it to do maintenance or dangerous. The vehicle can slip remain in the vehicle. repairs is dangerous without the off the jack and roll over or fall 5.
Page 435: Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
Vehicle Care 10-67 WARNING (Continued) WARNING It can cause unconsciousness Storing the tire sealant and and even death. Never run the compressor kit or other engine in an enclosed area that equipment in the passenger has no fresh air ventilation. For compartment of the vehicle could more information, see Engine cause injury.
Page 436 10-68 Vehicle Care If the tire has been separated from The kit includes: Tire Sealant the wheel, has damaged sidewalls, Read and follow the safe handling or has a large puncture, the tire is instructions on the label adhered to too severely damaged for the tire the sealant canister.
Page 437 Vehicle Care 10-69 Using the Tire Sealant If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire 5. Attach the sealant/air hose (G) and wheel damage by driving slowly onto the tire valve stem. Turn it and Compressor Kit to to a level place. Turn on the hazard clockwise until it is tight.
Page 438 10-70 Vehicle Care The pressure gauge (E) will Notice: If the recommended Be careful while handling the initially show a high pressure pressure cannot be reached after tire sealant and compressor while the compressor pushes the approximately 25 minutes, the kit as it could be warm after sealant into the tire.
Page 439 Vehicle Care 10-71 tire sealant canister (B) and See Roadside Service (U.S. within a 161 km (100 mi) of place it in a highly visible and Canada) on page 13 8 or driving to have the tire repaired location. Roadside Service (Mexico) on or replaced.
Page 440 10-72 Vehicle Care See If a Tire Goes Flat on 8. Plug the power plug (C) into the on the Tire and Loading page 10 65 for other important accessory power outlet in the Information label. See Tire safety warnings. vehicle.
Page 441 Vehicle Care 10-73 15. Replace the air only hose (F) To install a new sealant canister: and the power plug (C) back in 1. Align the sealant/air hose (G) its original location. with the slot in the air 16. Place the equipment in the compressor.
Page 442: Storing The Tire Sealant And Compressor Kit
10-74 Vehicle Care Storing the Tire Sealant Tire Changing and Compressor Kit Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The tire sealant and compressor kit is located under the storage tray on The equipment needed to change a the driver side trim panel (over the flat tire is stored under the storage rear wheelhouse).
Page 443 Vehicle Care 10-75 3. Turn the jack knob (A) Use the following tools: counterclockwise to release the jack and wheel blocks from the bracket. 4. Turn the wing nut retaining the wheel blocks (C) counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer.
Page 444 10-76 Vehicle Care To access the spare tire: Hoist Shaft Access Hole 3. To remove the spare tire lock insert the ignition key, turn it Hoist End of Extension Tool clockwise and then pull the K. Spare Tire Lock lock out. 1.
Page 445 Vehicle Care 10-77 If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower. See Secondary Latch System on page 10 85 for more information. 5. Insert the open end of the 8.
Page 446 10-78 Vehicle Care Once the retainer is separated from the pin, tilt the retainer and pull it through the center of the wheel along with the cable and Jacking Locations (Overall View) 3. Use the wheel wrench to loosen latch. all the wheel nuts.
Page 447 Vehicle Care 10-79 WARNING Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the vehicle and even make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle damage, be sure to fit the jack lift head into the proper location before raising the vehicle.
Page 448 10-80 Vehicle Care WARNING (Continued) WARNING an emergency, a cloth or a paper Never use oil or grease on bolts towel can be used; however, use or nuts because the nuts might a scraper or wire brush later to come loose. The vehicle's wheel remove all rust or dirt.
Page 449 Vehicle Care 10-81 Notice: Improperly tightened WARNING wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To Wheel nuts that are improperly or avoid expensive brake repairs, incorrectly tightened can cause evenly tighten the wheel nuts in the wheels to become loose or the proper sequence and to the come off.
Page 450 10-82 Vehicle Care Storing a Flat or Spare Tire Hoist Shaft Access Hole and Tools Hoist End of Extension Tool K. Spare Tire Lock WARNING 1. Put the tire (H) on the ground at Storing a jack, a tire, or other the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down and to equipment in the passenger...
Page 451 Vehicle Care 10-83 4. Insert the open end of the extension (J) through the hole in the rear bumper (I) (hoist shaft access hole). 7. Make sure the tire is stored 5. Raise the tire part way upward. securely. Push, pull (A), and then Make sure the retainer is fully try to turn (B) the tire.
Page 452 10-84 Vehicle Care To store the tools: 2. Assemble wheel blocks (A) and jack (E) together with the wing nut retaining the wheel blocks (F). 3. Position the jack (E) and wheel blocks (A) in the driver side trim panel over the wheelhouse. 4.
Page 453: Secondary Latch System
Vehicle Care 10-85 Secondary Latch System To release the spare tire from the 3. Loosen the cable by turning secondary latch: the wrench counterclockwise This vehicle has an three or four turns. underbody-mounted tire hoist 4. Repeat this procedure at least assembly equipped with a two times.
Page 454 10-86 Vehicle Care A. Jack 8. Attach the jack handle, 9. Position the center lift point of extension, and wheel wrench to the jack under the center of the B. Wheel Blocks the jack and place it (with the spare tire. 7.
Page 455: Full-Size Spare Tire
Vehicle Care 10-87 11. Continue raising the jack until 13. Disconnect the jack handle Have the hoist assembly inspected the spare tire stops moving from the jack and carefully as soon as you can. You will not be upward and is held firmly in remove the jack.
Page 456: Jump Starting
10-88 Vehicle Care After installing the spare tire Jump Starting WARNING (Continued) on the vehicle, stop as soon as For more information about the possible and check that the spare is If you do not follow these steps vehicle battery, see Battery on correctly inflated.
Page 457 Vehicle Care 10-89 2. Get the vehicles close enough Notice: If any accessories are left 4. Open the hood on the other so the jumper cables can reach, on or plugged in during the jump vehicle and locate the but be sure the vehicles are starting procedure, they could positive (+) and negative ( ) not touching each other.
Page 458 10-90 Vehicle Care WARNING WARNING (Continued) An electric fan can start up even add water to take care of that when the engine is not running first. If you do not, explosive gas and can injure you. Keep hands, could be present. clothing and tools away from any Battery fluid contains acid that underhood electric fan.
Page 459 Vehicle Care 10-91 Before you connect the cables, 8. Now connect the black here are some basic things you negative ( ) cable to the should know. Positive (+) will go negative ( ) terminal of the to positive (+) or to a remote good battery.
Page 460 10-92 Vehicle Care 11. Try to start the vehicle that To disconnect the jumper cables had the dead battery. If it will from both vehicles do the following: not start after a few tries, it 1. Disconnect the black probably needs service. negative ( ) cable from the Notice: If the jumper cables are vehicle that had the bad battery.
Page 461: Towing The Vehicle
Vehicle Care 10-93 Towing Recreational Vehicle Here are some important things to consider before recreational vehicle Towing towing: Towing the Vehicle If the vehicle is a hybrid, see What is the towing capacity the hybrid supplement for more Notice: To avoid damage, the of the towing vehicle? Be information.
Page 462 10-94 Vehicle Care All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dinghy and Dolly Towing Dinghy Towing Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, or even with only two of its wheels on the ground, will Notice: If a two-wheel-drive damage drivetrain components.
Page 463 Vehicle Care 10-95 Two-wheel-drive vehicles should Dolly Towing (Front Wheels Off transmissions have no provisions not be towed with all four wheels the Ground) for internal lubrication while being on the ground. Two-wheel-drive towed. transmissions have no provisions Dolly Towing (Rear Wheels Off the for internal lubrication while being Ground) towed.
Page 464: Appearance Care
10-96 Vehicle Care 3. Firmly set the parking brake. Appearance Care Notice: Avoid using high See Parking Brake on pressure washes closer than page 9 35. 30 cm (12 in) to the surface of the Exterior Care vehicle. Use of power washers 4.
Page 465 Vehicle Care 10-97 damage the vehicle's finish if they Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Windshield and Wiper Blades remain on painted surfaces. Wash Parts Clean the outside of the windshield the vehicle as soon as possible. Regularly clean bright metal parts with glass cleaner.
Page 466 10-98 Vehicle Care Tires Notice: Chrome wheels and other Steering, Suspension, and chrome trim may be damaged if Chassis Components Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to the vehicle is not washed after clean the tires. Visually inspect front and rear driving on roads that have been suspension and steering system for Notice: Using petroleum-based...
Page 467: Interior Care
Vehicle Care 10-99 Underbody Maintenance Finish Damage Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from knobs and crevices on Use plain water to flush dirt and Quickly repair minor chips and the instrument cluster. Using a mild debris from the vehicle's underbody. scratches with touch-up materials soap solution, immediately remove Your dealer or an underbody car...
Page 468 10-100 Vehicle Care Do not heavily saturate the To prevent damage, do not clean Fabric/Carpet upholstery when cleaning. the interior using the following Start by vacuuming the surface cleaners or techniques: Do not use solvents or cleaners using a soft brush attachment. If a containing solvents.
Page 469 Vehicle Care 10-101 3. Start on the outside edge of the Following the cleaning process, a Do not use heat to dry. Never use soil and gently rub toward the paper towel can be used to blot steam to clean leather. Never use center.
Page 470 10-102 Vehicle Care Instrument Panel, Leather, Do not use cleaners that increase Wood Panels gloss, especially on the instrument Vinyl, and Other Plastic Use a clean cloth moistened in panel. Reflected glare can decrease Surfaces warm, soapy water (use mild dish visibility through the windshield washing soap).
Page 471: Floor Mats
Vehicle Care 10-103 Use the floor mat with the Floor Mats Use the following guidelines for correct side up. Do not turn proper floor mat usage. it over. The original equipment floor WARNING Do not place anything on top of mats were designed for the the driver side floor mat.
Page 472 10-104 Vehicle Care NOTES...
Page 473: Service And Maintenance
General Information ..11-1 Recommended Fluids and expenses resulting from neglect or Cadillac Premium Care Lubricants ....11-13 inadequate maintenance. It may...
Page 474 11-2 Service and Maintenance Your dealer recognizes the Proper vehicle maintenance helps to Refer to the information in the importance of providing keep the vehicle in good working Maintenance Schedule Additional competitively priced maintenance condition, improves fuel economy, Required Services Normal chart. and repair services.
Page 475: Maintenance
If they are not, see your dealer to Premium Care Maintenance (50,000 mi), whichever comes first. have a trained technician do the services be performed by a Cadillac Cadillac Premium Care work. See Doing Your Own authorized service dealer. Maintenance covers routine Service Work on page 10 4.
Page 476: Maintenance Schedule
11-4 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Engine Oil Change Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Schedule 7,500 mi SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within Owner Checks and Services Rotate the tires, if recommended the next 1 000 km/600 mi.
Page 477 Service and Maintenance 11-5 Visually inspect windshield Check restraint system Check parking brake and wiper blades for wear, cracking, components. See Safety System automatic transmission park or contamination. See Exterior Check on page 3 26. mechanism. See Park Brake and Care on page 10 96.
Page 478 11-6 Service and Maintenance...
Page 479 Service and Maintenance 11-7 Footnotes Maintenance c) Do not directly power wash the d) Or every five years, whichever Schedule Additional Required transfer case output seals. High comes first. See Cooling System on Services Normal pressure water can overcome the page 10 15.
Page 480 11-8 Service and Maintenance...
Page 481: Services
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Footnotes Maintenance Special Application Additional Schedule Additional Required Services Maintenance and Care Services Severe a) Check all fuel and vapor lines Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important and hoses for proper hook up, Vehicles Only: Lubricate investment and caring for it routing, and condition.
Page 482 11-10 Service and Maintenance Battery Brakes Fluids The battery supplies power to Brakes stop the vehicle and are Proper fluid levels and approved start the engine and operate any crucial to safe driving. fluids protect the vehicle s additional electrical accessories. systems and components.
Page 483 Service and Maintenance 11-11 Lamps Shocks and Struts Tires Properly working headlamps, Shocks and struts help aid in control Tires need to be properly inflated, taillamps, and brake lamps are for a smoother ride. rotated, and balanced. Maintaining important to see and be seen on the tires can save money, fuel, and Signs of wear may include the road.
Page 484 11-12 Service and Maintenance Vehicle Care Windshield Wiper Blades To help keep the vehicle looking like For safety, appearance, and the Wiper blades need to be cleaned new, vehicle care products are best viewing, keep the windshield and kept in good condition to available from your dealer.
Page 485: Lubricants, And Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-13 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Use only engine oil licensed to the dexos1 specfication, or equivalent, of Engine Oil the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Page 486 11-14 Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant ® Transfer Case DEXRON -VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hood Hinges Canada 10953474). Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Hinge and Linkage, and Fuel Door Canada 10953474).
Page 487: Maintenance Replacement Parts
Service and Maintenance 11-15 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified here by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 15908916 A3086C Oil Filter 89017524 PF48 Spark Plugs 12621258 41-110 Wiper Blades...
Page 488: Maintenance Records
11-16 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading...
Page 489 Service and Maintenance 11-17 Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading...
Page 490 11-18 Service and Maintenance Odometer Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed Reading...
Page 491: Technical Data
Technical Data 12-1 Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN Vehicle Identification is the engine code. This code Vehicle Identification identifies the vehicle's engine, Number (VIN) Vehicle Identification specifications, and replacement Number (VIN) ....12-1 parts.
Page 492: Vehicle Data
12-2 Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11 13 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge Air Conditioning Refrigerant amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood.
Page 493: Engine Drive Belt Routing
Technical Data 12-3 Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap 6.2L V8 Automatic 1.02 mm (0.040 in) Engine Drive Belt Routing If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
Page 494 12-4 Technical Data NOTES...
Page 495: Customer Information
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 Both General Motors and your Line Program using the toll-free Canada, call the Canadian dealer are committed to making telephone number or write them at Cadillac Customer Care Centre sure you are completely satisfied the following address: at 1-888-446-2000. with the new vehicle. However,...
Page 497: Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Information 13-3 STEP THREE Canadian For further information concerning Customer Satisfaction Owners: In the event that you do eligibility in the Canadian Motor Procedure (Mexico) not feel your concerns have been Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), addressed after following the call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call procedure outlined in Steps One the General Motors Customer Care...
Page 498 13-4 Customer Information Model year Customer Assistance Make sure that they have all necessary information. They are Procedure Brand interested in your continual Owner satisfaction and goodwill are Vehicle Identification satisfaction. very important to your dealer and Number (VIN) STEP TWO General Motors.
Page 499: Customer Assistance
Mexico, Central America and assistance. However, if a customer Caribbean Islands/Countries 1-800-496-9994 wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, (Except Puerto Rico and Canada the letter should be addressed to: U.S. Virgin Islands) General Motors of Canada Limited United States General Motors de Mexico, S.
Page 500 Customer assistance is available Panama and who use Text Telephones Monday through Friday, 08:00 to (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment 00-800-052-0001 20:00 hours, and Saturdays from available at its Customer Assistance 08:00 to 15:00 hours.
Page 501: Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center Other Helpful Links: Here are a few of the valuable tools and services you will have Cadillac www.cadillac.com Cadillac Owner Center (U.S.) access to: Cadillac Merchandise www.cadillacownercenter.com My Showroom: Find and save www.cadillaccollection.com information on vehicles and...
Page 502: And Canada)
When calling Roadside Service, the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. have the following information For more information on the limited Cadillac and General Motors of ready: offer, visit www.gmmobility.com or Canada Limited reserve the right to call the GM Mobility Assistance...
Page 503 It provides every responsibility for the repair or same type of claim is made many Cadillac owner in the United States replacement of the tire if it is not times. with the advantage of contacting covered by the warranty.
Page 504: Roadside Service
13-10 Customer Information Trip Interruption Benefits and Services Not Included in Roadside Service Service: Pre-authorization, Roadside Service (Mexico) original detailed receipts, and a Impound towing caused by copy of the repair orders are As a new owner, your vehicle is violation of any laws.
Page 505 *Emergency Messages: renewal of this program at the end to moving the vehicle to the Transmission of urgent phone of its term, contact the Cadillac nearest dealer. If you would like messages. Customer Assistance Center at the vehicle moved to a different *Emergency Calls: Call for 01-800-466-0805.
Page 506 Once the with a carrying capacity greater Cadillac dealership to repair dealer has reported that the than 3.5 tons. the vehicle the same day, vehicle has been repaired,...
Page 507 Assistance program. For more caused by external forces. information, see your new vehicle Cadillac reserves the right to make warranty. Acts of terrorism, riot or uproar, any changes or discontinue the armed forces or police actions...
Page 508: Canada)
13-14 Customer Information Scheduling Service Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Appointments (U.S. and Program (U.S. and Warranty service can generally be completed while you wait. However, Canada) Canada) 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...
Page 509: Collision Damage Repair
Customer Information 13-15 original receipts and can only be up insurance coverage, credit card, Collision Damage Repair to the maximum amount allowed by etc. You are responsible for fuel (U.S. and Canada) GM for shuttle service. In addition, usage charges and may also be for U.S.
Page 510 13-16 Customer Information 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 511 Customer Information 13-17 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 512: Service Publications
13-18 Customer Information Service Publications Owner Information Current and Past Models Ordering Information Owner publications are written Technical Service Bulletins and specifically for owners and Manuals are available for current Service Manuals intended to provide basic and past model GM vehicles. operational information about Service Manuals have the diagnosis ORDER TOLL FREE:...
Page 513: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information 13-19 Reporting Safety However, NHTSA cannot Reporting Safety Defects become involved in individual to the Canadian Defects problems between you, your Government dealer, or General Motors. Reporting Safety Defects If you live in Canada, and you To contact NHTSA, you may to the United States believe that the vehicle has a call the Vehicle Safety Hotline...
Page 514: Reporting Safety Defects To General Motors
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 515: Onstar
Customer Information 13-21 ® This data can help provide a better GM will not access this data or OnStar understanding of the circumstances share it with others except: with the If the vehicle is equipped with an in which crashes and injuries occur. consent of the vehicle owner or, active OnStar system, that system if the vehicle is leased, with the...
Page 516: Navigation System
13-22 Customer Information Navigation System Radio Frequency Statement If the vehicle has a navigation system, use of the system may This vehicle has systems that result in the storage of destinations, operate on a radio frequency that addresses, telephone numbers, and comply with Part 15 of the Federal other trip information.
Page 517: Onstar Services
OnStar 14-1 OnStar OnStar Overview Push Make a call, end a call, or answer an incoming call. OnStar Overview Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling OnStar Overview ... . 14-1 voice commands. OnStar Services Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn Emergency .
Page 518: Onstar Services
14-2 OnStar OnStar Services Navigation Push to get a priority connection to an Emergency OnStar navigation requires the Advisor available 24/7 to: Emergency Directions and Connections Get help for an emergency. service plan. With Automatic Crash Response, Be a Good Samaritan or the built-in system can automatically Push to receive directions or...
Page 519 OnStar 14-3 Using Voice Commands Repeat Other Navigation Services During a Planned Route Available from OnStar 1. Push . System responds: OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers OnStar ready, then a tone. Cancel Route to send destinations from Google 2. Say Repeat. System responds 1.
Page 520 14-4 OnStar Connections End a Call Place a Call Using a Stored Number OnStar Hands-Free Calling allows Push . System responds: Call calls to be made and received from ended. 1. Push . System responds: the vehicle. The vehicle can also OnStar ready.
Page 521 OnStar 14-5 Diagnostics OnStar Additional How OnStar Service Works Automatic Crash Response, Information OnStar Vehicle Diagnostics will Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, perform a vehicle check every Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Vehicle Transferring Service month. It will check the engine, Diagnostics, Remote Door Unlock, transmission, antilock brakes, and Push to request account transfer...
Page 522 14-6 OnStar OnStar service cannot work unless See Radio Frequency Statement on TTY Users your vehicle is in a place where page 13 22 for information OnStar has the ability to OnStar has an agreement with a regarding Part 15 of the Federal communicate to the deaf, wireless service provider for service Communications Commission (FCC)
Page 523 OnStar 14-7 In emergency situations, OnStar OnStar Personal Identification Potential Issues can use the last stored GPS Number (PIN) Some OnStar services are disabled location to send to emergency after five days. OnStar cannot A PIN is needed to access some of responders.
Page 524 14-8 OnStar Unable to Connect to OnStar Add-on Electrical Equipment Privacy Message The OnStar system is integrated The complete OnStar Privacy into the electrical architecture of the Statement may be found at If there is limited cellular coverage vehicle. Do not add any electrical www.onstar.com.
Page 525 INDEX Airbag System (cont'd) Appearance Care What Will You See after an Exterior ..... 10-96 Accessories and Airbag Inflates? ... . .3-34 Interior .
Page 526 INDEX Bulb Replacement (cont'd) CD/DVD Player ....7-18 Headlamps ....10-35 Center Console Storage .
Page 527 INDEX Clock ......5-7 Customer Assistance ..13-6 Door Cluster, Instrument .
Page 528 INDEX Dual Automatic Climate Engine (cont'd) Coolant ..... 10-16 Control System ....8-1 Coolant Temperature Engine .
Page 529 INDEX Fuel ......9-51 Additives .....9-52 Garage Door Opener .
Page 530 INDEX Highway Hypnosis ... . . 9-11 LATCH, Lower Anchors and Hill and Mountain Roads ..9-12 Tethers for Children ..3-51 Key and Lock Messages .
Page 531: Lower Anchors And Tethers
INDEX Lights (cont'd) Messages (cont'd) Engine Oil ....5-32 High/Low Beam Changer ..6-5 Maintenance Safety Belt Reminders ..5-13 Engine Power .
Page 532 INDEX Overheated Engine Engine ......10-7 Protection Navigation Engine Oil Life System ..10-10 Operating Mode .
Page 533 INDEX Passenger Airbag Status Privacy Rear Axle ..... 10-28 Indicator ..... 5-14 Radio Frequency Locking .
Page 534 i-10 INDEX Recommended Fluids and Reporting Safety Defects Lubricants ....11-13 Canadian Government ..13-19 Safety Belts ....3-17 Records General Motors .
Page 535 INDEX i-11 Seats Service (cont'd) StabiliTrak Maintenance Records ..11-16 Head Restraints ....3-2 OFF Light .....5-20 Heated and Ventilated Front .
Page 536 i-12 INDEX Storing the Tire Sealant Time ......5-7 Tires (cont'd) Secondary Latch System . . . 10-85 and Compressor Kit .
Page 537 INDEX i-13 Towing (cont'd) Vehicle (cont'd) Remote Start ....2-5 Trailer ......9-61 Ultrasonic Parking Assist .
Page 538 i-14 INDEX Washer Fluid ....10-23 Washer Fluid Messages ..5-37 Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ....10-64 Different Size .

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