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Introduction Symbols : Audio Steering Wheel Controls Warning ® or OnStar (if equipped) The vehicle has components and Warning indicates a hazard that : Brake System Warning Light labels that use symbols instead of could result in injury or death. text.
In Brief 20. Data Link Connector (DLC) Initial Drive (Out of View). See Malfunction Information Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 131. This section provides a brief 21. Electric Parking Brake 0 221 (If overview about some of the Equipped). important features that may or may not be on your specific vehicle.
In Brief Remote start can be extended. To lock or unlock the doors from : Press and release to initiate vehicle locate. The turn signal outside the vehicle press Canceling a Remote Start lamps flash and the horn sound the RKE transmitter or use the key To cancel a remote start, do one of three times.
In Brief Keyless Access transmitter twice to unlock all doors. To close, press on the bottom Press the touch pad (1) on the of the liftgate next to the latch. The RKE transmitter must be within underside of the liftgate handle and 1 m (3 ft) of the door being opened.
In Brief If equipped, the front and rear Raise or lower the seat by Press and hold the control down windows have an express-down moving the rear of the control up to increase lower lumbar support feature. The front windows have an or down.
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In Brief Uplevel Seat Adjustment Massage 4. Press up or down to adjust the height of the support. If equipped, the ignition must be on To adjust bolster support, to use all uplevel seat features. if equipped: Lumbar and Bolster Support 1.
In Brief Memory Features Second Row Seats The buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack. To The second row seatbacks can be operate, the engine must be folded for additional cargo space, running. or the seats can be folded and Press to heat the driver or tumbled for easy entry/exit to the...
In Brief See Head Restraints 0 55 and Passenger Sensing The passenger airbag status Power Seat Adjustment 0 56. indicator will light on the overhead System console when the vehicle is started. Safety Belts See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 130. Mirror Adjustment Interior Mirror United States...
In Brief Exterior Mirrors Power Folding Mirrors Steering Wheel Adjustment Power Mirrors The vehicle has power folding mirrors. To adjust: To adjust the mirrors: To adjust the power tilt and telescoping steering wheel, 1. Press to fold the mirrors 1. Press (1) or (2) to select the if equipped: inward.
In Brief Throttle and Brake Pedal The vehicle may have a memory DOOR : The lamps come on function, which lets pedal settings automatically when a door is Adjustment be saved and recalled. See Memory opened. If equipped, the position of the Seats 0 59.
In Brief Windshield Wiper/Washer : Turns off the automatic headlamps and Daytime Running Lamps (DRL). Turning the headlamp control to the off position again will turn the automatic headlamps and DRL back on. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off position only works when the vehicle is shifted into the P (Park) The windshield wiper control is on Press...
In Brief FRONT band up for more frequent Climate Controls 8. AUTO (Automatic Operation) wipes or down for less frequent The climate control buttons and the wipes. touch screen are used to adjust the To turn on Rainsense, press heating, cooling, and ventilation. AUTO on the lever, then turn the FRONT band on the wiper lever to adjust the sensitivity.
In Brief See Dual Automatic Climate Control 2. Tap the plus/minus buttons on Automatic Transfer Case System 0 178 and Rear Climate the shift lever to select the Control System 0 182 (If Equipped). desired range of gears for current driving conditions. See Transmission Manual Mode 0 213.
In Brief Vehicle Features Cruise Control : Use the Four-Wheel Drive High position when extra traction is needed, such as on snowy or icy Infotainment System roads or in most off-road situations. See the infotainment manual for : This setting engages the front information on the radio, audio axle and delivers extra torque.
In Brief SET : Press the control down Forward Collision Alert briefly to set the speed and activate (FCA) System cruise control. If the cruise control is already active, use to decrease If equipped, FCA may help avoid or vehicle speed. reduce the harm caused by front-end crashes.
In Brief vehicle. This can help avoid or Lane Change Alert (LCA) Front Vision Camera lessen the severity of crashes when If equipped, a view of the area in If equipped, the LCA system is a driving in a forward gear. front of the vehicle displays on the lane-changing aid that assists See Front Automatic Braking (FAB)
In Brief your vehicle's path while in Rear Automatic Braking One inside the center console. R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will (RAB) System One on the rear of the center sound, or the driver seat will pulse. console. If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise See Assistance Systems for Parking One in the third row seat on the Control (ACC) it also has the RAB...
In Brief This system provides a way to On vehicles with a sunroof, the When the sunroof is opened, an air replace up to three remote control sunroof only operates when the deflector will automatically raise. transmitters used to activate ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or The air deflector will retract when devices such as garage door...
In Brief Performance and in the instrument cluster and the the tires to the recommended appropriate DIC message pressure shown on the Tire and Maintenance displays. See Ride Control Loading Information label. See System Messages 0 153. Vehicle Load Limits 0 198. The Traction Control/ warning light will remain on until the Press and release...
Brake gradually and avoid 1-888-889-2438 abrupt stops. Be careful not to reset the oil New Cadillac owners are life display accidentally at any Avoid idling the engine for long automatically enrolled in the time other than after the oil is periods of time.
Keys, Doors, and Windows If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range: Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle. Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal. Check the transmitter's battery. See Battery Replacement later in this section.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Other conditions can affect the If enabled through the Driver (Unlock) : Press once to unlock performance of the transmitter. See Information Center (DIC), the turn only the driver door. If is pressed Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) signal lamps flash once to indicate again within three seconds, all System 0 28.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Access Operation Press and hold until the windows fully open. Windows will not operate The Keyless Access system allows unless remote window operation is for the doors and liftgate to be enabled. See Vehicle accessed without pressing the RKE Personalization 0 157 transmitter button.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Keyless Unlocking/Locking from transmitter inside the vehicle. Do Keyless Liftglass Opening the Passenger Doors not leave the RKE transmitter in an Press the exterior liftglass button to unattended vehicle. When the doors are locked and the open the liftglass when all doors are RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) To customize the doors to...
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Keys, Doors, and Windows To program, the vehicle must be off To program additional and all transmitters, both currently transmitters, repeat Steps 4 7. recognized and new, must be When all additional transmitters with you. are programmed, press and 1. Remove the key from the hold the ENGINE START/ recognized transmitter.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows handle; then turn the key To program additional counterclockwise, to the unlock transmitters, repeat Steps 5 7. position, five times within When all additional transmitters 10 seconds. are programmed, press and The Driver Information Center hold the ENGINE START/ (DIC) displays REMOTE STOP button for approximately LEARN PENDING,...
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Battery Replacement Caution When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter. Replace the battery if the REPLACE BATTERY IN REMOTE KEY 2. Place the transmitter in the 2.
Keys, Doors, and Windows The rear defog and heated and Other conditions can affect the cooled seats, if equipped, may also performance of the transmitter. See come on. See Heated and Cooled Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Front Seats 0 61 and Vehicle System 0 28 or Vehicle Personalization 0 157.
Keys, Doors, and Windows 10 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) repeated while the engine is still running. An extension can be Passengers, especially Outsiders can easily enter requested 30 seconds after starting. children, can easily open through an unlocked door A maximum of two remote starts, the doors and fall out of a...
Keys, Doors, and Windows From outside the vehicle use the Keyless Access Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) A locked vehicle can be opened if transmitter or the key in the front the RKE transmitter is within 1 m doors. The key cylinder is covered (3 ft) of the door handle or the by a cap.
Keys, Doors, and Windows The doors will lock automatically If the vehicle is off and locking is Safety Locks five seconds after all doors are requested while a door is open, The rear door safety locks prevent closed. If a door is reopened before when all doors are closed the passengers from opening the rear that time, the five-second timer will...
Keys, Doors, and Windows Doors Manual Liftgate Warning (Continued) Liftgate and set the fan speed to the highest setting. See Climate Control Systems Warning in the Index. Exhaust gases can enter the If the vehicle is equipped vehicle if it is driven with the with a power liftgate, disable liftgate or trunk/hatch open, the power liftgate function.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows There will be a delay in the release Power Liftgate Operation 3/4: Opens to a reduced height of the liftglass if there is an attempt that can be set from 3/4 to fully to open it while the rear wipers are open.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows time. If this occurs, the liftgate can the power function will deactivate. still be operated manually. Select After removing the obstructions, OFF on the liftgate switch. manually close the liftgate. This will allow normal power operation If the vehicle is shifted out of functions to resume.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Hands-Free Operation 3. Press and hold next to the latch on the outside of the If equipped with Hands-Free Vehicle liftgate until the turn signals Access, the liftgate may be flash and a beep sounds. This operated with a kicking motion indicates the setting has been under the rear bumper.
Keys, Doors, and Windows When closing the liftgate using this Keep hands, children, pets, objects, Caution feature, there will be a short delay. and clothing clear of the power assist steps when in motion. The The rear lights will flash and a Splashing water may cause the chime will sound.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Vehicle Security Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. If the driver door is opened without A door, the liftgate or the hood first unlocking with the RKE This vehicle has theft-deterrent is open. transmitter, the horn will chirp and features;...
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Keys, Doors, and Windows To avoid setting off the alarm by The power sounder provides an Close DVD screens before accident: audible alarm which is distinct from leaving the vehicle. the vehicle s horn. It has its own Lock the vehicle after all Inclination and Intrusion power source, and can sound an occupants have exited.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Immobilizer The system has one or more theft-deterrent system and have a transmitters matched to an new transmitter programmed to the See Radio Frequency Statement immobilizer control unit in the vehicle. 0 373. vehicle. Only a correctly matched Do not leave the transmitter or transmitter will start the vehicle.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Exterior Mirrors Power Mirrors Exterior Automatic Dimming Mirror Convex Mirrors If equipped, the driver outside mirror automatically adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind. This feature Warning comes on when the vehicle is started. See Automatic Dimming A convex mirror can make things, Rearview Mirror 0 49.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Folding Mirrors The mirrors will not stay in the The mirror(s) return to the original unfolded position. position when: Power Folding The mirrors vibrate at normal The vehicle is shifted out of driving speeds. R (Reverse), or remains in R (Reverse) for about Fold and unfold the mirrors one time 30 seconds.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Interior Mirrors Child-View Mirror Windows Interior Rearview Mirrors Warning Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Never leave a child, a helpless view of the area behind your adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, vehicle.
Keys, Doors, and Windows pulsing sound when either rear Express-Down Windows window is down and the front Windows that have the windows are up. To reduce the express-down feature allow the sound, open either a front window windows to be lowered without or the sunroof, if equipped.
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Keys, Doors, and Windows To reprogram the power windows: Express Window Anti-Pinch Window Lockout Override 1. Close all doors. This feature prevents the rear passenger windows from operating, 2. Place the ignition in ACC/ Warning except from the driver position. ACCESSORY or ON/RUN/ START.
Keys, Doors, and Windows Sun Visors Roof Open/Close : To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (1) until the sunroof reaches the desired Sunroof position. Press and hold the front of switch (1) to close it. Express-Open/Express-Close : To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of switch (1) until the sunroof reaches...
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Keys, Doors, and Windows Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or in the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris.
Seats and Restraints Seats and Safety Belt Care ....77 Replacing LATCH System Replacing Safety Belt System Parts After a Crash ..104 Restraints Parts after a Crash .
Seats and Restraints Head Restraints Front Seats The vehicle s front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. Warning With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can occupants will suffer a neck/ top of the restraint is at the same...
Seats and Restraints Second Row Seats To lower the head restraint, press Front Seats the button located on the top of the The vehicle's second row seats seatback and push the head Power Seat Adjustment have head restraints in the outboard restraint down.
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Seats and Restraints To adjust the seat: Lumbar and Bolster Support 1. Turn the selection control to view seat options on the center Move the seat forward or stack display. rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. 2. Select bolster support. Raise or lower the front part of 3.
Seats and Restraints 3. Press forward or rearward to Press and hold the control down Warning adjust the amount of upper to increase lower lumbar support shoulder support. and decrease upper lumbar Sitting in a reclined position when support. the vehicle is in motion can be Lumbar Adjustment dangerous.
Seats and Restraints To store exit positions and easy exit The SET, 1, 2, and (Exit) buttons features to the (Exit) button, on the driver door are used to manually store and recall memory repeat steps 1 4 using to store settings for the driver seat, outside your positions for getting out of the mirrors, power tilt and telescoping...
Seats and Restraints position and massage settings (if The vehicle is turned off with the If recalling the exit position, equipped) when the ignition is driver door open. press and hold the appropriate changed from ON/RUN or ACC/ manual control for the exit If the vehicle driver has changed, in ACCESSORY.
Seats and Restraints Massage may be activated and The buttons are near the climate Warning (Continued) adjusted as follows: controls on the center stack. To operate, the engine must be 1. Press and release or hold the with such a condition should use running.
Seats and Restraints The passenger seat may take Auto Heated Seats Rear Seats longer to heat up. When the vehicle is on, this feature Heated Rear Seats will automatically activate the Remote Start Auto Heated and heated seats at the level required by Cooled Seats the vehicle's interior temperature.
Seats and Restraints With the ignition in ON/RUN/START, Reclining Seatbacks To return the seatback to the upright position: press to heat the left or right To recline the seatback: outboard seat cushion. An indicator Warning on the rear climate control display appears when this feature is on.
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Seats and Restraints Manual Fold and Tumble Folding and Tumbling the Seat Feature To fold and tumble the seat: 1. Make sure that there is nothing Warning under, in front of, or on the seat. Do not leave the second row seat in a tumbled position while the vehicle is in motion.
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Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) 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: 1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or on the seat.
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Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) injured in a sudden stop or crash. belts. Always unbuckle the safety Be sure to return the seat to the belts and return them to their passenger seating position before normal stowed position before driving the vehicle.
Seats and Restraints Folding and Tumbling the Seat The left button folds the left 1. Pull the seat down until it from the Cargo Area seatback, and the right button latches to the floor. The folds the right seatback. seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the 3.
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Seats and Restraints The transmission must be in 3. Fully lower the head restraints. P (Park) for this feature to work. See Head Restraints 0 55. Put the second row seatback in the The third row seatbacks can be upright position. See Second folded to increase cargo space.
Seats and Restraints The switches (1) can be used to fold 2. Press and hold the switch (2) Safety Belts or fold and tumble the second row on the side trim of the cargo This section of the manual seats from the cargo area. See area to raise the seatback.
Seats and Restraints When riding in a vehicle, you travel Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Warning (Continued) as fast as the vehicle does. If the should I have to wear safety vehicle stops suddenly, you keep belts? passengers to ride in any area of going until something stops you.
Seats and Restraints It is very important for all occupants pelvic bones and you would be Lap-Shoulder Belt to buckle up. Statistics show that less likely to slide under the lap All seating positions in the vehicle unbelted people are hurt more often belt.
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Seats and Restraints Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the front outboard seating position may affect the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System 0 84. 2. Pick up the latch plate and pull 3. Push the latch plate into the the belt across you.
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Seats and Restraints in this section for instructions release it. If the webbing is still on use and important safety locked in the retractor, see your information. dealer. Before a door is closed, be sure the safety belt is out of the way. If a door is slammed against a safety belt, damage can occur to both the belt and the vehicle.
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Seats and Restraints The system activates during activation are met. Safety belt emergency braking and/or sudden pretensioners can also help tighten driving maneuvers and releases the safety belts in a side crash or a when driving conditions return to rollover event. normal.
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Seats and Restraints Rear safety belt comfort guides may 1. Remove the guide from its provide added safety belt comfort storage clip on the interior trim for older children who have next to the outboard seatback. outgrown booster seats and for some adults.
Seats and Restraints Third Row Seating Positions A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the lap Comfort guides are available portion should be worn as low as through your dealer for third row possible, below the rounding, seating positions. Instructions are throughout the pregnancy.
Seats and Restraints belt. For more information, see the After a minor crash, replacement of Warning instruction sheet that comes with safety belts may not be necessary. the extender. But the safety belt assemblies that Do not bleach or dye safety belts. were used during any crash may It may severely weaken them.
Seats and Restraints Airbag System All vehicle airbags have the word Warning AIRBAG on the trim or on an The vehicle has the following attached label near the deployment You can be severely injured or airbags: opening. killed in a crash if you are not A frontal airbag for the driver.
Seats and Restraints There is an airbag readiness light Warning Warning (Continued) on the instrument cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. Because airbags inflate with great Occupants should not lean on or The system checks the airbag force and faster than the blink of sleep against the door or side electrical system for malfunctions.
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Seats and Restraints The front center airbag is in the inboard side of the driver seatback. Driver Side Shown, Passenger The front outboard passenger Side Similar frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. Driver Side Shown, Passenger The roof-rail airbags for the driver, Side Similar front outboard passenger, and second and third row outboard...
Seats and Restraints impact exceeds the specific airbag whether the object is fixed or Warning (Continued) system's deployment threshold. moving, rigid or deformable, narrow Deployment thresholds are used to or wide. inflating airbag must be kept predict how severe a crash is likely Frontal airbags are not intended to clear.
Seats and Restraints designed to inflate in frontal In any particular crash, no one can Airbags supplement the protection impacts, near frontal impacts, say whether an airbag should have provided by safety belts by or rear impacts. inflated simply because of the distributing the force of the impact vehicle damage or the repair costs.
Seats and Restraints What Will You See after and turn off the interior lamps and Warning hazard warning flashers by using an Airbag Inflates? the 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...
Seats and Restraints Airbags are designed to inflate Passenger Sensing OFF, or the symbol for on or off, will only once. After an airbag be visible. See Passenger Airbag System inflates, you will need some new Status Indicator 0 130. parts for the airbag system.
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Seats and Restraints Never put a rear-facing child seat in When the passenger sensing Warning (Continued) the front. This is because the risk to system has turned off the front the rear-facing child is so great, outboard passenger frontal airbag, Secure rear-facing child restraints if the airbag inflates.
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Seats and Restraints wear a safety belt 2. Remove the child restraint from slightly recline the vehicle properly whether or not there is the vehicle. seatback and adjust the seat an airbag for that person. cushion, if adjustable, to make 3.
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Seats and Restraints If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an 2. Remove any additional material Warning from the seat, such as Adult-Sized Occupant blankets, cushions, seat If the front outboard passenger covers, seat heaters, or seat airbag is turned off for an massagers.
Seats and Restraints A thick layer of additional material, Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) such as a blanket or cushion, or aftermarket equipment such as seatback may interfere with the are close to an airbag when it seat covers, seat heaters, and seat proper operation of the passenger inflates.
Seats and Restraints Your dealer and the service manual If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail Caution (Continued) have information about the location airbags, see Different Size Tires of the airbag sensors, sensing and and Wheels 0 315 for additional open or break the airbag diagnostic module, and airbag important information.
Seats and Restraints Child Restraints The manufacturer instructions that Warning (Continued) come with the booster seat state the weight and height limitations for that Older Children after a crash, have them booster. Use a booster seat with a inspected and any necessary lap-shoulder belt until the child replacements made as soon as passes the fit test below:...
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Seats and Restraints Can proper safety belt fit be In a crash, children who are not maintained for the length of the buckled up can strike other people trip? If yes, continue. If no, who are buckled up, or can be return to the booster seat.
Seats and Restraints restraints. In fact, the law in every Every time infants and young Warning (Continued) state in the United States and in children ride in vehicles, they should have the protection provided by every Canadian province says That could cause serious or fatal children up to some age must be appropriate child restraints.
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Seats and Restraints restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint. In addition, there are many kinds of restraints available for children with special needs.
Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems Warning A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular safety belt may not remain low on the hip bones, as it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony structure.
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Seats and Restraints important, so if they are not Warning (Continued) available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. restraint properly in the vehicle Keep in mind that an unsecured using the vehicle safety belt or child restraint can move around in a LATCH system, following the collision or sudden stop and injure instructions that came with that...
Seats and Restraints Securing the Child Within the center airbag, a child restraint can Warning (Continued) be installed in any second row Child Restraint seating position. deploy under some unusual Warning Never put a rear-facing child seat in circumstance, even though it is the front.
Seats and Restraints Depending on where you place the restraint are used to attach the child Make sure to follow the instructions child restraint and the size of the restraint to the anchors in the that came with the child restraint, child restraint, you may not be able vehicle.
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Seats and Restraints Securing Child Restraints (Rear Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints with top Seat) 0 107 or Securing Child tethers are designed for use with or Restraints (Front Passenger Seat) without the top tether being 0 107. attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached.
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Seats and Restraints (Top Tether Anchor) : Seating positions with top tether anchors. To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol is near the top tether anchors for second row seats. For third row seats, the top tether anchor symbol is on the flipper Third Row Seat panel.
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Seats and Restraints cushion for each seating position in According to accident statistics, the second row. Be sure to use an children and infants are safer when anchor on the same side of the properly restrained in a child vehicle as the seating position restraint system or infant restraint where the child restraint will be system secured in a rear seating...
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Seats and Restraints Warning Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) To reduce the risk of serious or wrapped around a child s neck. Do not fold the empty rear seat fatal injuries during a crash, do If the shoulder belt is locked and with a safety belt buckled.
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Seats and Restraints 1. Attach and tighten the lower 1.3. Attach and tighten the attachments to the lower lower attachments on the anchors. If the child restraint child restraint to the lower does not have lower anchors. attachments or the desired 2.
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Seats and Restraints If the position you are using has a fixed or an adjustable head restraint and you are using a dual tether, route the tether around the head restraint. 3. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place.
Seats and 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.
Seats and Restraints secured in the vehicle using a 1. Put the child restraint on Warning (Continued) safety belt and it uses a top tether, the seat. see Lower Anchors and Tethers for For the third row outboard system inspected and any Children (LATCH System) 0 97 for seating positions, if the head necessary replacements made as...
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Seats and Restraints 3. Push the latch plate into the 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the 5. To tighten the belt, push down buckle until it clicks. way out of the retractor to set on the child restraint, pull the the lock.
Seats and Restraints 6. If the child restraint has a top Restraint Removal and Warning tether, follow the child restraint Reinstallation under Lower Anchors manufacturer s instructions and Tethers for Children (LATCH A child in a rear-facing child regarding the use of the top System) 0 97 for additional restraint can be seriously injured tether.
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Seats and Restraints When using the lap-shoulder belt to Warning (Continued) secure the child restraint in this position, follow the instructions that forward-facing child restraint in came with the child restraint and the the front seat, always move the following instructions: front passenger seat as far back 1.
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Seats and Restraints Position the release button on 7. Before placing a child in the the buckle so that the safety child restraint, make sure it is belt could be quickly unbuckled securely held in place. To if necessary. check, grasp the child restraint at the safety belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth.
Storage Storage Storage storage area may contain a USB port and auxiliary jack. See the Compartments infotainment manual. Storage Compartments Keep the storage area door closed Warning while driving. Storage Compartments ..110 Instrument Panel Storage ..110 Touch the bottom of the climate Do not store heavy or sharp Glove Box .
Storage Cupholders Sunglasses Storage Rear Storage To access the cupholders, press the If equipped, sunglasses storage is There is storage in the floor of the cover and release. on the overhead console. Press the rear cargo area. Lift the handle to fixed button on the cover and access.
Storage Center Console Storage Additional Storage Features Cargo Cover Warning An unsecured cargo cover could strike people in a sudden stop or turn, or in a crash. Store the cargo cover securely or remove it from the vehicle. If equipped, press to turn on the cooled compartment inside the center console storage.
Storage To remove the cover: 3. Move the other end of the Roof Rack System cover forward and hold it next 1. Let the cover go all the way to the driver side trim into the holder. Warning panel slot. 2.
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Storage Do not exceed the maximum vehicle Caution capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle Loading cargo on the roof rack capacity and loading, see Vehicle that weighs more than 100 kg Load Limits 0 198. (220 lb) or hangs over the rear or A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp sides of the vehicle may damage (CHMSL) is located above the rear...
Instruments and Controls Security Messages ... 154 Controls Steering Wheel Controls Service Vehicle Messages ..154 The infotainment system can be Steering System Steering Wheel operated by using the steering Messages .
Instruments and Controls Horn If the ignition is put in OFF while the (Mist) : For a single wipe, turn wipers are performing wipes due to , then release. For several To sound the horn, press on the windshield washing or Rainsense, wipes, hold the band on longer.
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Instruments and Controls Turn the band up to a higher INT The wiper operations return to AUTO is on when the ignition setting for more sensitivity to normal when the transmission is no is turned on, or if the ignition is in moisture.
Instruments and Controls Rear Window Wiper/ The rear window wiper/washer will in R (Reverse), and the front not operate if the liftgate or liftglass windshield wiper is performing Washer is open or ajar. If the liftgate or interval wipes, then the rear wiper liftglass is opened while the rear automatically performs interval wiper is on, the wiper returns to the...
Instruments and Controls open area where it can receive a 3. Touch Auto Set, then select 3. Touch 12-24 Hr for a 12 or GPS signal. The compass system 24 hour clock. On-Cell Network or Off-Manual will automatically determine when a to manually set the time 4.
Instruments and Controls Power Outlets This outlet can be configured to Warning (Continued) operate using RAP or battery Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct power. If the power outlet is vehicle is not in use because the Current used while in the battery power vehicle could catch fire and cause mode, this could cause Accessory power outlets can be...
Instruments and Controls When adding electrical equipment, requiring less than 150 watts is Other equipment requiring an be sure to follow the proper plugged into the outlet, and no extremely stable power supply, installation instructions included with system fault is detected. such as the equipment.
Instruments and Controls The vehicle must be in ON/RUN, pad, and wait three seconds ACC/ACCESSORY, or Retained before placing/aligning the Accessory Power (RAP). The phone on the pad again. wireless charging feature may not Cigarette Lighter correctly indicate charging when the vehicle is in RAP.
Instruments and Controls Ashtrays Warning Lights, Some warning lights come on briefly when the engine is started to Gauges, and For vehicles with an ashtray, it is in indicate they are working. When the center console cupholder. one of the warning lights comes on Indicators and stays on while driving, or when Caution...
Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Balanced Cluster Shown, Metric Similar...
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Instruments and Controls Reconfigurable Instrument 4. Each layout in the menu is represented by a small preview Cluster image of the display layout. The cluster display layout can be Scroll up or down and highlight changed. the selection. Press SEL to select the desired cluster configuration.
Instruments and Controls Phone Info Pages : Press SEL while Info Open Source Software : Press Pages is highlighted to select the SEL while Open Source Software is While the Phone application page is highlighted to display open source items to be displayed in the DIC info displayed, press SEL to enter the displays.
Instruments and Controls Tachometer When the indicator nears empty, the Engine Coolant low fuel light comes on. There still is Temperature Gauge The tachometer displays the engine a little fuel left, but the vehicle speed in revolutions per should be refueled soon. minute (rpm).
Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Reminders Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light Driver Safety Belt Reminder There is a passenger safety belt Light reminder light near the passenger There is a driver safety belt airbag status indicator. See reminder light on the instrument Passenger Sensing System 0 84.
Instruments and Controls grocery bag, laptop, or other Warning electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove If the airbag readiness light stays the object from the seat or buckle on after the vehicle is started or the safety belt.
Instruments and Controls If the word ON or the on symbol is Charging System Light If a short distance must be driven lit on the passenger airbag status with the light on, be sure to turn off indicator, it means that the front all accessories, such as the radio outboard passenger frontal airbag is and air conditioner.
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Instruments and Controls Malfunctions are often indicated by previous guidelines and see your Caution (Continued) the system before any problem is dealer for service as soon as noticeable. Being aware of the light possible. costly repairs not covered by the and seeking service promptly when If the light is on steady : A vehicle warranty.
Instruments and Controls least one full tank of the proper The vehicle may not pass circuit can still work to stop the fuel to turn the light off. See Fuel inspection if: vehicle. For normal braking 0 250. performance, both circuits need to The light is on when the engine be working.
Instruments and Controls display in the Driver Information Antilock Brake System Warning (Continued) Center (DIC). See Brake System (ABS) Warning Light Messages 0 146. Driving with the brake system If the light does not come on, warning light on can lead to a or remains flashing, see your dealer.
Instruments and Controls If both the ABS and the brake Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Vehicle Ahead Indicator system warning light are on, the Light vehicle's antilock brakes are not functioning and there is a problem with the regular brakes. See your dealer for service.
Instruments and Controls dealer. If the system is working This light comes on when the If the light is on and not flashing, the normally, the indicator light then StabiliTrak system is turned off. TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak turns off. If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction system have been disabled.
Instruments and Controls If it does not, have the vehicle Tire Pressure Light When the Light Flashes First and serviced by your dealer. If the Then Is On Steady system is working normally the If the light flashes for about a minute indicator light goes off.
Instruments and Controls It also comes on when the fuel tank High-Beam On Light is low on fuel. The light turns off when fuel is added. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced. Security Light This light should come on briefly as the engine is started.
Instruments and Controls Lamps On Reminder Adaptive Cruise Control Light This light comes on when a door is open or not securely latched. Before driving, check that all doors are properly closed. See Door Ajar Messages 0 148. This light is white when the Adaptive This light comes on when the Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is exterior lamps are in use.
Instruments and Controls Information Displays SEL (Select) : Press to open a DIC Information Displays menu or select a menu item. Press The following is the list of all and hold to reset values on certain Driver Information possible DIC information displays. screens.
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Instruments and Controls with the trip odometer by pressing Average Speed : Shows the Speed Limit : Shows the current and holding SEL while this display average speed of the vehicle in speed limit. The information for this is active. kilometers per hour (km/h) or miles page comes from a roadway per hour (mph).
Instruments and Controls Battery Voltage : Shows the seconds while the Oil Life display is Head-Up Display (HUD) current battery voltage. active. See Engine Oil Life System 0 271. Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the Warning oil's remaining useful life. Oil Pressure : Shows the engine oil If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is pressure in kPa (kilopascals)
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Instruments and Controls Some vehicle messages or alerts Caution displayed in the HUD may be cleared by using the steering wheel If you try to use the HUD image controls. See Vehicle Messages as a parking aid, you may 0 146. misjudge the distance and Some information shown may not damage your vehicle.
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Instruments and Controls HUD Views (Image Adjustment) : Press down or lift up to center the HUD There are four views in the HUD. image. The HUD image can only be Some vehicle information and adjusted up and down, not side vehicle messages or alerts may be to side.
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Instruments and Controls HUD Troubleshooting Check that: Nothing is covering the HUD lens. HUD brightness setting is not Metric Metric too dim or too bright. HUD is adjusted to the proper height. Polarized sunglasses are not worn. Windshield and HUD lens are clean.
Instruments and Controls Vehicle Messages Battery Voltage and TRANSPORT MODE ON Charging Messages This message is displayed when the Messages displayed on the DIC vehicle is in transport mode. Some indicate the status of the vehicle or BATTERY SAVER ACTIVE features can be disabled while in some action that may be needed to this mode, including Remote...
Instruments and Controls STEP ON BRAKE TO Compass Messages vehicle. For cleaning instructions, see Exterior Care RELEASE PARK BRAKE The compass display will be blank if 0 337. This message is displayed if you the vehicle temporarily loses Heavy rain or snow is interfering attempt to release the Electric communication with the Global with the radar object detection or...
Instruments and Controls SHIFT TO PARK BEFORE TRUNK OPEN ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE EXITING ENGINE This message will display along with a symbol when the trunk is open. This message may display if This message displays when the Close the trunk completely. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is engine coolant temperature is too engaged holding the vehicle at a...
Instruments and Controls Engine Oil Messages OIL PRESSURE LOW STOP Fuel System Messages ENGINE CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays if low oil This message displays when the This message displays when the pressure levels occur. Stop the engine oil needs to be changed.
Instruments and Controls NO REMOTE DETECTED Lamp Messages Control (ACC), Forward Collision Alert (FCA), and the Front PRESS BRAKE TO RESTART AUTOMATIC LIGHT CONTROL Automatic Braking (FAB) System This message displays when ON/OFF may not work or may not work as attempting to turn off the vehicle well.
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Instruments and Controls AUTOMATIC COLLISION PREP FORWARD COLLISION LANE KEEPING ASSIST UNAVAILABLE ALERT OFF UNAVAILABLE This message displays when the This message displays when the This message displays when the Front Automatic Braking (FAB) Forward Collision Alert (FCA) has Lane Keep Assist (LKA) and Lane System has been unavailable for been turned off.
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Instruments and Controls This can occur under the following SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST SERVICE PARK ASSIST conditions: SYSTEM This message displays if there is a The radar is not clean. Keep the problem with the Parking Assist If this message displays, take the radar sensors free of mud, dirt, system.
Instruments and Controls SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM SERVICE STABILITRAK TOUR MODE ON UNAVAILABLE This message displays if there is a This message displays when the problem with the StabiliTrak system. Tour Mode is on. See Magnetic Ride This message indicates that Side See Traction Control/Electronic Control 0 226.
Instruments and Controls Safety Belt Messages Service Vehicle Messages performance or loss of power steering assistance is noticed, see AUTOMATIC SEATBELT SERVICE VEHICLE SOON your dealer. See Steering 0 189. TIGHTENING UNAVAILABLE This message is displayed if there is Starting the Vehicle a problem with the vehicle.
Instruments and Controls TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE in N (Neutral), this message will You can receive more than one tire pressure message at a time. The display until the transmission is This message displays when the shifted to N (Neutral). DIC also shows the tire pressure system is learning new tires.
Instruments and Controls GRADE BRAKING ON TO EXIT 4WD LOW SHIFT TO When towing, use Tow/Haul Mode to prevent damage to the engine or NEUTRAL This message displays when grade transmission. See Tow/Haul Mode braking has been enabled with the If a four-wheel drive shift out of 4 0 216.
Instruments and Controls Washer Fluid Messages Vehicle Language (Language) Valet Mode Personalization WASHER FLUID LOW ADD Radio FLUID Use the audio system controls to Vehicle access the personalization menus This message may display when the for customizing vehicle features. washer fluid level is low. Fill the Bluetooth windshield washer reservoir as soon The following are all possible...
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Instruments and Controls Valet Mode (If Equipped) Manage Favorites Select Off, Low, Medium-Low, Medium, Medium-High, or High. This allows favorites to be edited. This will lock the infotainment See Manage Favorites in system and steering wheel controls. Maximum Startup Volume Settings under Radio in the It may also limit access to vehicle This feature sets the maximum...
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Instruments and Controls Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Auto Defog Alert Type When set to On, the auto defog This feature will set crash alerts to Climate and Air Quality comes on when the climate control beeps or seat vibrations. This Select the Climate and Air Quality detects a humidity risk based on setting affects all crash alerts...
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Instruments and Controls complete stop behind another Auto Memory Recall Reverse Tilt Mirror stopping vehicle, and then that Easy Exit Options When on, the driver and/or vehicle drives on. passenger mirrors will tilt downward Chime Volume Select Off or On. when the vehicle is shifted to Reverse Tilt Mirror R (Reverse) to improve visibility of...
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Instruments and Controls Vehicle Locator Lights Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Remote Unlock Light Feedback Exit Lighting When on, this feature will keep the Remote Lock Feedback driver door from locking when the Remote Door Unlock Vehicle Locator Lights vehicle is off, the driver door is Remote Start Auto Cool Seats This feature will flash the exterior open, and locking is requested.
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Instruments and Controls Remote Door Unlock Passive Door Unlock Voice Mail Numbers This allows selection of which doors This allows the selection of what Pair New Device doors will unlock when using the will unlock when pressing on the Select to pair a new device. See button on the driver door to unlock RKE transmitter.
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Instruments and Controls Voice Display Rear Camera Select and the following may Select and the following may Select and the following may display: display: display: Confidence Threshold Mode Guidance Lines Prompt Length Proximity Sensing Rear Park Assist Symbols Audio Feedback Speed Calibrate Touchscreen Guidance Lines Turn Display Off...
Instruments and Controls Clear All Private Data Universal Remote instructions refer to a garage door opener, but can be used for other This allows selection to clear all System devices. private information from the vehicle. Do not use the Universal Remote See Radio Frequency Statement Select Delete or Cancel.
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Instruments and Controls Make sure the hand-held transmitter system buttons to be used to be required. For a second has a new battery for quick and operate the garage door. Do time, press and hold the accurate transmission of the not release either button until newly programmed button radio-frequency signal.
Instruments and Controls The name and color of the Radio Signals for Canada and Universal Remote System button may vary by Some Gate Operators Operation manufacturer. For questions or programming help, Using the Universal Remote 5. Press and release the Learn or call 1-800-355-3515 or see System Smart button.
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Instruments and Controls Reprogramming a Single Universal Remote System Button To reprogram any of the system buttons: 1. Press and hold any one of the buttons. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the button, proceed with Step 1 under Programming the Universal...
Lighting Lighting Exterior Lighting AUTO (Automatic) : Automatically turns the exterior lamps on and off, depending on outside lighting. Exterior Lamp Controls Exterior Lighting (Parking Lamps) : Turns on the parking lamps including all lamps, Exterior Lamp Controls ..168 except the headlamps.
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Lighting The system turns the high-beam There is a sensor near the top The IntelliBeam system is headlamps on when it is dark center of the windshield, which disabled by the high/low-beam enough and there is no other traffic changer or the Flash-to-Pass automatically controls the system.
Lighting The vehicle's windshield is dirty, headlamp delay ends (if enabled in Flash-to-Pass cracked, or obstructed by the DIC). See Exit Lighting under This feature lets you use the something that blocks the view Vehicle Personalization 0 157. high-beam headlamps to signal a of the light sensor.
Lighting The ignition is on. brightness, along with the taillamps, The system may also turn on the sidemarker, parking lamps, and the headlamps when driving through a The exterior lamp control is parking garage, heavy overcast instrument panel lights. The radio in AUTO.
Lighting To idle the vehicle with the Hazard Warning Flashers Turn and Lane-Change automatic headlamp system off, turn Signals the control to the off position. The headlamps will also stay on after you exit the vehicle. The regular headlamp system can be turned on when needed.
Lighting The lever returns to its starting Cornering Lamps Interior Lighting position whenever it is released. For vehicles equipped with If after signaling a turn or a lane Instrument Panel cornering lamps, they automatically change the arrows flash rapidly or come on when all of the following Illumination Control do not come on, a signal bulb could...
Lighting Dome Lamps Reading Lamps Press next to each reading lamp to turn it on or off. There are dome lamps in the There are reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, overhead console and the headliner, if equipped. if equipped.
Lighting Lighting Features interior lamps remain on for a set moving up or down. This is normal. amount of time, then automatically If there is a problem, an alert will be turn off. displayed. Entry Lighting The exterior lamps turn off The battery can be discharged at Some exterior lamps and the interior immediately by turning the exterior...
Lighting Normally, these actions occur in steps or levels, without being noticeable. In rare cases at the highest levels of corrective action, this action may be noticeable to the driver. If so, a DIC message might be displayed and it is recommended that the driver reduce the electrical loads as much as possible.
Infotainment System Infotainment Introduction System Infotainment See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio Introduction players, phone, navigation system, Infotainment ....177 and voice or speech recognition.
Climate Controls Climate Controls Climate Control 4. Driver and Passenger Heated and Cooled Seats (If Equipped) Systems 5. Recirculation Climate Control Systems 6. Rear Window Defogger Dual Automatic Climate Dual Automatic Climate Control System 7. Defrost Control System ... . . 178 Rear Climate Control 8.
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Climate Controls 6. Climate Control Selection Climate Control Status Screen automatic operation. If the air (Application Tray Button) delivery mode or fan setting is manually adjusted, the auto 7. Rear (Rear Climate Control indicator turns off and the display Touch Screen) will show the selected settings.
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Climate Controls OFF (Fan) : Press the OFF button Rear (If Equipped) : Press this buttons cancels automatic air to turn the fan on or off. The button on the front climate control delivery control and the direction of temperature control and air delivery touch screen to open the rear the airflow can be controlled mode can still be adjusted with the...
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Climate Controls conditioning on or off. If the fan is Pressing this button cancels The rear window defogger only turned off or the outside automatic recirculation. Press AUTO works when the ignition is in ON/ temperature falls below freezing, the to return to automatic operation;...
Climate Controls If equipped with heated or cooled If the sensor is covered, the Press to heat the driver or seats, they may come on during a automatic climate control system passenger seat cushion and remote start. See Remote Vehicle may not work properly.
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Climate Controls 4. Fan Control 7. Front (Front Climate Control Rear Control Lockout : Press Rear Touch Screen) Control Lockout on the touch screen (On/Off) to lock or unlock control of the rear 8. Rear Control Lockout climate control system from the front 6.
Climate Controls touch screen to adjust the rear Air Vents Operation Tips passenger temperature. Press Clear away any ice, snow, Adjustable air vents are in the or leaves from the air inlets at for warmer air and press center and on the side of the the base of the windshield that cooler air.
Climate Controls Maintenance 1. Before opening the glove box, remove the two lower screws (out of view). Passenger Compartment Air Filter The filter reduces the dust, pollen, and other airborne irritants from outside air that is pulled into the vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance.
Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Driving Information Become familiar with vehicle features before driving, such as General Towing programming favorite radio Information ....253 Distracted Driving stations and adjusting climate Driving Characteristics and...
Driving and Operating See the infotainment manual for Average driver reaction time is Warning information on that system or the about three-quarters of a second. In navigation system, if equipped, that time, a vehicle moving at Drinking and then driving is very including pairing and using a cell 100 km/h (60 mph) travels 20 m dangerous.
Driving and Operating Steering Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery Take curves at a reasonable Electric Power Steering speed. This vehicle has electric power Reduce speed before entering a steering. It does not have power curve. steering fluid. Regular maintenance is not required. Maintain a reasonable steady speed through the curve.
Driving and Operating 3. Turn the steering wheel to go The vehicle may straighten out. vehicles not equipped with All straight down the roadway. Be ready for a second skid if it Terrain (AT) or On-Off Road (OOR) tires must not be driven off-road occurs.
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Driving and Operating Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, Loading the Vehicle for For more information about loading and check inflation pressure in the vehicle, see If the Vehicle Is Off-Road Driving all tires, including the spare, Stuck 0 197 and Tires 0 299. if equipped.
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Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Warning Warning (Continued) of control. Driving across hills can Driving to the top of a hill at high transfer case overrides the cause a rollover. You could be speed can cause an accident. transmission. You or someone injured or killed.
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Driving and Operating Never back down a hill in downhill wheels, which could Warning (Continued) N (Neutral) using only the cause a downhill slide or a rollover. brake. descending a hill and use a low The vehicle can roll Surface conditions can be a gear to keep vehicle speed under backward quickly and you problem.
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Driving and Operating Traction is reduced on hard packed Warning Warning (Continued) snow and ice and it is easy to lose control. Reduce vehicle speed when Getting out of the vehicle on the Traction could be lost, and the driving on hard packed snow downhill side when stopped vehicle could roll over.
Driving and Operating After Off-Road Driving wet enough and you are going fast Warning enough. When the vehicle is Remove any brush or debris that hydroplaning, it has little or no has collected on the underbody or Wet brakes can cause crashes. contact with the road.
Driving and Operating Hill and Mountain Roads Winter Driving Warning Driving on steep hills or through Driving on Snow or Ice Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) mountains is different than driving Snow or ice between the tires and or with the ignition off is on flat or rolling terrain.
Driving and Operating clear roads in shaded areas. To save fuel, run the engine for Warning (Continued) The surface of a curve or an short periods to warm the vehicle overpass can remain icy when and then shut the engine off and cannot be seen or smelled.
Driving and Operating causes a rocking motion that could Warning Warning (Continued) free the vehicle. If that does not get the vehicle out after a few tries, it If the vehicle's tires spin at high maximum front or rear Gross might need to be towed out.
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Driving and Operating Tire and Loading Information cold tire inflation pressures (4). Subtract the combined Label For more information on tires weight of the driver and and inflation see Tires 0 299 passengers from XXX kg or and Tire Pressure 0 306. XXX lbs.
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Driving and Operating your vehicle. Consult this 3. Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = 317 kg manual to determine how (700 lbs) this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. See Trailer Towing 0 256 for important information on towing a trailer, towing safety rules, and trailering tips.
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Driving and Operating weight of the driver, passengers, GVWR includes the weight of Warning and cargo should never exceed the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, the vehicle's capacity weight. and cargo. Things you put inside the vehicle can strike and injure The Certification/Tire label may Certification/Tire Label people in a sudden stop or...
Driving and Operating There is also important loading Automatic Level Control Starting and information for off-road driving in See Automatic Level Control Operating this manual. See Loading the 0 226. Vehicle for Off-Road Driving New Vehicle Break-In If a weight-distributing hitch is under Off-Road Driving 0 190.
Driving and Operating Ignition Positions Caution (Continued) premature wear and earlier replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every time you get new brake linings. Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See Trailer Towing 0 256 for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information.
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Driving and Operating To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle The vehicle may have an electric 3. Come to a complete stop, shift must be in ACC/ACCESSORY or steering column lock. The lock is to P (Park), and turn the ON/RUN and the brake pedal must activated when the vehicle is ignition to OFF.
Driving and Operating With the ignition off, pressing the the vehicle in Service Only Mode. Caution button one time without the brake The instruments and audio systems pedal applied will place the ignition will operate as they do in ON/RUN, If you add electrical parts or system in ACC/ACCESSORY.
Driving and Operating Information Center (DIC) will engine starts, let go of the 2. Open the hood and unwrap the display a message. See Key button, and the accelerator. electrical cord. The cord is by and Lock Messages 0 149. If the vehicle starts briefly but the left front fender, next to the then stops again, do the same...
Driving and Operating Retained Accessory Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Power (RAP) function. An ungrounded vehicle. Possible heater The following vehicle accessories outlet could cause an cord and thermostat can be used for up to 10 minutes electric shock. damage could occur. after the engine is turned off: Use a weatherproof, While in use, do not let the...
Driving and Operating Shifting Into Park 2. Move the shift lever into the Warning (Continued) P (Park) position by pulling the shift lever toward you and Warning And, if you leave the vehicle with moving it up as far as it will go. the engine running, it could It can be dangerous to get out of 3.
Driving and Operating to pull the shift lever out of P (Park). The shift lock release is always Parking over Things This is called torque lock. To functional except in the case of an That Burn prevent torque lock, set the parking uncharged or low voltage (less than brake and then shift into P (Park) 9 volt) battery.
Driving and Operating Engine Exhaust If the vehicle is left with the engine Warning (Continued) running, follow the proper steps to be sure the vehicle will not move. There are holes or openings Warning See Shifting Into Park 0 208 and in the vehicle body from Engine Exhaust 0 210.
Driving and Operating Automatic Warning Warning (Continued) Transmission It is dangerous to get out of the So, be sure the transfer case is in If equipped, there is an electronic vehicle if the shift lever is not fully a drive gear, Two-Wheel Drive shift lever position indicator within in P (Park) with the parking brake High or Four-Wheel Drive High or...
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Driving and Operating moving, use N (Neutral) only. Also, D : This position is for normal upshifts and downshifts. This shift use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is driving. It provides the best fuel stabilization feature is designed to being towed. economy.
Driving and Operating shifting might feel different as the Normal Mode Grade Braking Kickdown Mode transmission determines the best This mode is enabled when the The accelerator pedal provides an settings. vehicle is started, but is not enabled additional downshift after pressing When temperatures are very cold, in Range Selection Mode.
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Driving and Operating To use this feature: available. As driving conditions change, the transmission can 1. Move the shift lever to automatically shift to lower gears. M (Manual Mode). For example, when 5 (Fifth) is 2. Tap the plus/minus buttons on selected, 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) the shift lever to select the gears are automatically shifted by...
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Driving and Operating Gear before Caution (Continued) shifting from D (Drive) to M stuck, do not spin the tires. When (Manual Mode) stopping on a hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place. Range after shifting from D (Drive) to Low Traction Mode M (Manual Mode) Low Traction Mode assists in...
Driving and Operating Tow/Haul Mode The selector button is on the end of To disable or enable Tow/Haul the shift lever. Turn the Tow/Haul Grade Braking within the current Mode on and off by pressing the ignition cycle, press and hold the button.
Driving and Operating Drive Systems Two Speed Automatic Warning Transfer Case Four-Wheel Drive Shifting the transfer case to N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle If equipped, four-wheel drive to roll even if the transmission is engages the front axle for extra in P (Park).
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Driving and Operating position so that it matches the power is sent to the front and rear Shifting Into 2 actual transfer case setting. If no wheels automatically based on lights display, take the vehicle to driving conditions. This setting Turn the knob to 2 at any speed, your dealer for service.
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Driving and Operating 2. Set the parking brake and 2. Turn the knob to 4 , AUTO, Caution press and hold the brake or 2 . Wait for the 4 , AUTO, pedal. See Parking Brake Shifting the transmission into gear or 2 indicator light to stop 0 221.
Driving and Operating 8. Turn the engine off, and the Brakes avoid a sudden obstacle, a ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY. computer senses the wheels are slowing down. If one of the wheels 9. Place the transmission shift Antilock Brake is about to stop rolling, the computer lever in P (Park).
Driving and Operating Using ABS Set the parking brake by holding the message will appear and a chime regular brake pedal down, then will sound warning you that the Do not pump the brakes. Just hold pushing down the parking brake parking brake is still on.
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Driving and Operating off. To prevent draining the battery, parking brake status light flashes normal, and is done to periodically avoid repeated cycles of the EPB continuously, then the EPB is only check the correct operation of the when the engine is not running. partially applied or there is a EPB system.
Driving and Operating stability system hydraulic brake drive off. After the driver completely Caution control module to supplement the stops and holds the vehicle in a complete standstill on a grade, HSA power brake system under Driving with the parking brake on conditions where the driver has will be automatically activated.
Driving and Operating Ride Control Systems intended path. Trailer Sway Control disabled, comes on, and the (TSC) is also on automatically when appropriate message will appear on the vehicle is started. See Trailer the DIC. Both traction control and Traction Control/ Sway Control (TSC) 0 262.
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Driving and Operating maintaining control. The vehicle is cluster, then release. The Caution safe to drive, but driving should be appropriate message will display in adjusted accordingly. the DIC. See Ride Control System Do not repeatedly brake or Messages 0 153. comes on and stays on: accelerate heavily when TCS is To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on...
Driving and Operating Magnetic Ride Control Locking Rear Axle The Magnetic Ride Control monitors Vehicles with a locking rear axle can the suspension system. give more traction on snow, mud, ice, sand, or gravel. It works like a Based on road conditions, steering standard axle most of the time, but wheel angle, and vehicle speed, the when traction is low, this feature will...
Driving and Operating may hear the air compressor Cruise Control See Traction Control/Electronic operating when the height is being Stability Control 0 224. If a collision adjusted. alert occurs when cruise control is Warning activated, cruise control is If a weight-distributing hitch is being disengaged.
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Driving and Operating +RES (Resume/Accelerate) : If When the cruise control has been To increase vehicle speed in there is a set speed in memory, set to the desired speed, a green small increments, press +RES press the control up briefly to cruise control indicator appears on up briefly.
Driving and Operating Passing Another Vehicle While selected speed when driving on Erasing Speed Memory Using Cruise Control downhill grades by using the engine The cruise control set speed is and transmission to slow the Use the accelerator pedal to erased from memory if vehicle.
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Driving and Operating activates, the ACC may Warning automatically disengage. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability ACC will not detect or brake for Control 0 224. When road children, pedestrians, animals, conditions allow ACC to be safely or other objects. used, the ACC can be turned back on.
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Driving and Operating 4. Remove foot from the To begin using ACC again, press (Cancel) : Press to disengage accelerator. +RES up briefly on the steering ACC without erasing the selected wheel. The vehicle returns to the set speed. After ACC is set, it may immediately previous set speed.
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Driving and Operating To increase vehicle speed in To decrease the vehicle speed in vary based on vehicle speed. The small increments, press +RES smaller increments, press SET faster the vehicle speed, the further up. For each press, the vehicle down.
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Driving and Operating When this condition occurs, the ACC automatically slows the vehicle Warning (Continued) collision alert symbol on the HUD down and adjusts vehicle speed to will flash on the windshield. Either follow the vehicle in front at the Your vehicle may not stop and eight beeps will sound from the selected following gap.
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Driving and Operating Notification to Resume ACC A DIC warning message may ACC Override display indicating to shift to P (Park) ACC will maintain a following gap If using the accelerator pedal while before exiting the vehicle. See behind a detected vehicle and slow ACC is active, a DIC warning Vehicle Messages 0 146.
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Driving and Operating ACC may occasionally provide an Warning (Continued) alert and/or braking that is considered unnecessary. It could ramps. You could lose control of respond to vehicles in different the vehicle or crash. Do not use lanes, signs, guardrails, and other ACC while driving on an entrance stationary objects when entering or or exit ramp.
Driving and Operating Do Not Use ACC on Hills and Erasing Speed Memory Driver Assistance When Towing a Trailer The cruise control set speed is Systems erased from memory if This vehicle may have features that pressed or if the ignition is work together to help avoid crashes turned off.
Driving and Operating Audible or Safety Alert Seat Rear Vision Camera (RVC) Warning (Continued) Some driver assistance features When the vehicle is shifted into alert the driver of obstacles by R (Reverse), the RVC displays an Detect children, beeping. To change the volume of image of the area behind the vehicle pedestrians, bicyclists, the warning chime, see Comfort...
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Driving and Operating the front or rear camera views in the 1. Views Displayed by the center stack. The front camera is in Surround Vision Cameras the grille or near the front emblem, 2. Area Not Shown the side cameras are on the bottom of the outside rearview mirrors, and the rear camera is above the license plate.
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Driving and Operating shifting from R (Reverse) to a Parking Assist Warning (Continued) forward gear, or by pressing With Front and Rear Parking Assist, CAMERA in the center stack, and as the vehicle moves at speeds of or vehicle damage, even with when the vehicle is moving forward less than 8 km/h (5 mph) the parking assist, always check the...
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Driving and Operating Safety Alert Seat will pulse two the Safety Alert Seat. There may automatically brake hard to a stop to times. When an object is very close also be a brief, sharp application of help avoid or reduce the harm (<0.6 m (2 ft) in the vehicle rear, the brakes.
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Driving and Operating Pressing the brake pedal after the a left or right pointing arrow on the Cross Traffic Alert, Rear Automatic vehicle comes to a stop will release RVC screen to warn of traffic Braking, and Backing Warning the Rear Automatic Braking. If the coming from the left or right.
Driving and Operating On some vehicles RCTA setting can FCA also lights an amber visual FCA can be disabled with the FCA be turned off through Collision/ alert if following another vehicle steering wheel control, or if your Detection Systems under Vehicle much too closely.
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Driving and Operating When your vehicle approaches Selecting the Alert Timing Warning another detected vehicle too rapidly, the red FCA display will flash on the FCA does not provide a warning windshield. Also, eight rapid to help avoid a crash, unless it high-pitched beeps will sound from detects a vehicle.
Driving and Operating weather conditions when selecting For cleaning instructions, see The system works when driving in a the alert timing. The range of Washing the Vehicle under forward gear above 4 km/h (2 mph). selectable alert timing may not be Exterior Care 0 337.
Driving and Operating Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Detect a vehicle ahead if it objects. To override FAB, firmly flow of traffic. If this occurs, take is partially blocked by press the accelerator pedal, if it is your foot off the brake pedal and pedestrians or other objects.
Driving and Operating When the vehicle is in a forward LCA Detection Zones Warning gear, the left or right side mirror The LCA sensor covers a zone of display will light up if a moving approximately one lane over from LCA does not alert the driver to vehicle is detected in that blind both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m...
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Driving and Operating When the System Does Not driving on sharp curves. The system does not need to be serviced. The Seem to Work Properly system may light up due to The LCA system requires some guardrails, signs, trees, shrubs, and driving for the system to calibrate to other non-moving objects.
Driving and Operating When LCA is disabled for any marking without using a turn signal Warning (Continued) reason other than the driver turning in that direction. It may also provide it off, the Side Blind Zone Alert On a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Detect lane markings under option will not be available on the system alert as the lane marking is...
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Driving and Operating When the System Does Not Warning (Continued) Seem to Work Properly occur. Always keep the The system performance may be windshield, headlamps, and affected by: camera sensors clean and in Close vehicles ahead. good repair. Do not use LKA in Sudden lighting changes, such When on, is green if LKA is...
Driving and Operating Fuel used, but acceleration and fuel However, E85 (85% ethanol) and economy will be reduced, and an other fuels containing more than Use of the recommended fuel is an audible knocking noise may be 15% ethanol must be used only in important part of the proper heard.
Driving and Operating California Fuel Fuels in Foreign Filling the Tank Requirements Countries Warning If the vehicle is certified to meet If planning to drive in countries California Emissions Standards, it is outside the U.S. or Canada, the Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn designed to operate on fuels that proper fuel might be hard to find.
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Driving and Operating when the vehicle doors are locked. nozzle. Clean fuel from painted Warning (Continued) surfaces as soon as possible. See Press on the RKE transmitter to Exterior Care 0 337. unlock. To open the fuel door, push Fuel can spray out if the and release the rearward center refueling nozzle is inserted Warning...
Driving and Operating Trailer Towing Warning Warning (Continued) General Towing Attempting to refuel without using Use approved fuel containers. the funnel adapter may cause fuel Information spillage and damage the capless Remove the container from Only use towing equipment that has fuel system.
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Driving and Operating Do not tow a trailer during the vehicle itself. Get acquainted with Warning first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent the handling and braking of the rig damage to the engine, axle, before setting out for the open road. When towing a trailer, exhaust or other parts.
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Driving and Operating necessary to go much farther or other objects. Avoid jerky or a lower temperature than at normal beyond the passed vehicle before sudden maneuvers. Signal well in altitudes. If the engine is turned off returning to the lane. advance.
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Driving and Operating If parking the rig on a hill: 7. Stop and have someone pick Warning up and store the chocks. 1. Press the brake pedal, but do not shift into P (Park) yet. Turn Maintenance when Trailer The driver can lose control when the wheels into the curb if pulling a trailer if the correct Towing...
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Driving and Operating The following information has many Trailer Weight Rating (TWR) is Caution time-tested, important trailering tips calculated assuming the tow vehicle and safety rules. Many of these are has only the driver but all required Pulling a trailer improperly can important for your safety and that of trailering equipment.
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Driving and Operating Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR* Escalade 2WD Short Wheelbase 3.23/3.42 3 765 kg (8,300 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) Escalade 4WD Short Wheelbase 3.23/3.42 3 674 kg (8,100 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) Escalade 2WD Long Wheelbase 3.23/3.42 3 674 kg (8,100 lb)
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Driving and Operating Maximum Tongue Vehicle Series Hitch Type Weight 1500 Weight Carrying 272 kg (600 lb) 1500 Weight Distributing 453 kg (1,000 lb) Do not exceed the maximum If a cargo carrier is used in the allowable tongue weight for the trailer hitch receiver, choose a vehicle.
Driving and Operating not to exceed the RGAWR before vehicle and trailer axles. See When using a weight-distributing applying the weight distribution Weight of the Trailer Tongue in hitch, the spring bars should be spring bars. adjusted so the distance (2) is the Trailer Towing 0 256 for rating limits with various hitch types.
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Driving and Operating Trailer Brakes White: Ground Tow/Haul Mode Light Green: Back-up Lamps A loaded trailer that weighs more than 900 kg (2,000 lb) needs to have Red/Green: Battery Feed its own brake system that is Dark Blue: Trailer Brake adequate for the weight of the trailer.
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Driving and Operating Tow/Haul is a feature that assists selection of Tow/Haul when the engine torque to help slow the when pulling a heavy trailer or a vehicle is unloaded. Such a vehicle. See Traction Control/ large or heavy load. See Tow/Haul selection when unloaded may result Electronic Stability Control 0 224.
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Driving and Operating Conversions and Caution Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can damage the vehicle or cause Add-On Electrical components to not work and Equipment would not be covered by the warranty. Always check with your Warning dealer before adding electrical equipment.
Vehicle Care Wheel Replacement ..317 General Information harm. Engine exhaust, many parts Tire Chains ....318 and systems, many fluids, and For service and parts needs, visit If a Tire Goes Flat .
Vehicle Care airbags, braking, stability, ride and Vehicle Checks Keep a record with all parts receipts handling, emissions systems, and list the mileage and the date of aerodynamics, durability, and any service work performed. See Doing Your Own electronic systems like antilock Maintenance Records 0 359.
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Vehicle Care Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 15 cm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, and push the front center of the hood with a swift, firm motion to fully close the hood.
Vehicle Care 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See 11. Engine Compartment Fuse Checking Engine Oil Jump Starting - North America Block 0 289. It is a good idea to check the engine 0 329. oil level at each fuel fill. In order to Engine Oil 2.
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Vehicle Care 2. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it Selecting the Right Engine Oil Caution with a clean paper towel or Selecting the right engine oil cloth, then push it back in all depends on both the proper oil Do not add too much oil.
Vehicle Care What to Do with Used Oil include engine revolutions, engine Caution (Continued) temperature, and miles driven. Used engine oil contains certain Based on driving conditions, the elements that can be unhealthy for vehicle warranty. Check with your mileage at which an oil change is your skin and could even cause dealer or service provider on indicated can vary considerably.
Vehicle Care If the system is ever reset Be careful not to reset the oil Automatic Transmission accidentally, the oil must be life display accidentally at any Fluid changed at 5 000 km (3,000 mi) time other than after the oil is since the last oil change.
Vehicle Care How to Inspect the Engine Air Caution (Continued) Cleaner/Filter not be covered by the vehicle Do not start the engine or have the warranty. Always use the engine running with the engine air cleaner/filter housing open. Before automatic transmission fluid listed removing the engine air cleaner/ in Recommended Fluids and filter, make sure that the engine air...
Vehicle Care 5. Remove the engine air cleaner/ 3. Engine Cooling Fan Caution filter from the housing. Take care to dislodge as little dirt as Warning If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt possible. can easily get into the engine, An electric engine cooling fan can 6.
Vehicle Care What to Use Gives boiling protection up to Caution 129 °C (265 °F), engine temperature. Warning Using coolant other than Protects against rust and ® DEX-COOL can cause Adding only plain water or some corrosion. premature engine, heater core, other liquid to the cooling system or radiator corrosion.
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Vehicle Care streams, or bodies of water. Have Caution the coolant changed by an authorized service center, familiar This vehicle has a specific with legal requirements regarding coolant fill procedure. Failure to used coolant disposal. This will help follow this procedure could cause protect the environment and your the engine to overheat and be health.
Vehicle Care If no coolant is visible in the surge engine coolant temperature Engine Overheating tank, add coolant: gauge indicates approximately 90 °C (195 °F). Caution By this time, the coolant level inside the coolant surge tank Running the engine without may be lower.
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Vehicle Care If the decision is made to lift the If the ENGINE OVERHEATED Warning (Continued) hood, make sure the vehicle is STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE parked on a level surface. OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE could be badly burned. Stop the message appears with no sign of Check to see if the engine cooling engine if it overheats, and get out...
Vehicle Care If there is still no sign of steam and system is functioning properly. The displays, washer fluid will need to the vehicle is equipped with an fans will change to low speed when be added to the windshield washer engine driven cooling fan, push additional cooling is no longer fluid reservoir.
Vehicle Care heard all the time when the vehicle evenly tighten wheel nuts in the Caution (Continued) is moving, except when applying the proper sequence to torque brake pedal firmly. specifications. See Capacities and Do not mix water with Specifications 0 361. ready-to-use washer fluid.
Vehicle Care Brake Fluid Do not top off the brake fluid. Checking Brake Fluid Adding fluid does not correct a leak. Check brake fluid by looking at the If fluid is added when the linings are brake fluid reservoir. See Engine worn, there will be too much fluid Compartment Overview 0 268.
Vehicle Care What to Add Refer to the replacement number Vehicle Storage shown on the original battery label Use only GM approved DOT 3 when a new battery is needed. See Warning brake fluid from a clean, sealed Engine Compartment Overview container.
Vehicle Care When to Check Lubricant lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of the fill plug (1) hole. Use Refer to Maintenance Schedule care not to overtighten the plug. 0 348 to determine how often to check the lubricant. What to Use How to Check Lubricant Refer to Recommended Fluids and...
Vehicle Care Rear Axle two. The rear axle assembly must What to Use be supported on a flat, level surface Refer to Recommended Fluids and When to Check Lubricant to get a true reading. Lubricants 0 357 to determine what It is not necessary to regularly kind of lubricant to use.
Vehicle Care If the vehicle starts in any other shift lever out of P (Park) with pressure from the regular brake position, contact your dealer for normal effort. If the shift lever pedal. Do this until the vehicle is service. moves out of P (Park), contact held by the parking brake only.
Vehicle Care warranty. Do not allow the 3. Push the new blade assembly wiper blade arm to touch the securely in the wiper arm hook windshield. until the release lever clicks into place. 5. Reverse Steps 1 3 for wiper blade replacement.
Vehicle Care Driver Assistance Systems Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement When a windshield replacement is Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement needed and the vehicle is equipped should need no further adjustment. bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs with a front-looking camera sensor 0 288.
Vehicle Care License Plate Lamp 5. Push the replacement bulb straight into the bulb socket and turn the bulb socket clockwise to install it into the lamp assembly. 6. Push the lamp assembly back into position until the release tab locks into place. Replacement Bulbs Bulb Exterior Lamp...
Vehicle Care Electrical System Windshield Wipers Fuses of the same amperage can be temporarily borrowed from If the wiper motor overheats due to another fuse location, if a fuse goes Electrical System heavy snow or ice, the windshield out. Replace the fuse as soon as wipers will stop until the motor cools Overload you can.
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Vehicle Care Caution Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component. A fuse puller is available in the left instrument panel fuse block.
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Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Electric running Antilock brake Interior BEC LT1 boards system pump MBS passenger...
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Vehicle Care Item Usage Item Usage Item Usage Suspension Wiper Euro trailer leveling Air conditioning compressor control Back-up lamps 4WD transfer case Upfitter 1 Antilock brake electronic control system valve Trailer battery Electric parking Trailer brakes RC upfitter 3 and 4 brake Upfitter 3 relay VBAT upfitter...
Vehicle Care The left instrument panel fuse block Item Usage Item Usage access door is on the driver side Injector B even Front windshield edge of the instrument panel. washer Oxygen sensor B Pull off the cover to access the fuse Rear window block.
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Vehicle Care Number Usage Not used Accessory power outlet 1 Retained accessory power/Accessory APO/BATT Universal garage door opener/Inside rear view mirror SEO retained accessory power Not used Body control module 3 Body control module 5 Steering wheel controls backlighting Not used Not used Not used The vehicle may not be equipped...
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Vehicle Care Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Mirror window module Content theft Not used Body control module 1 Not used Right heated, cooled seat Front bolster (if Not used equipped) Left heated, Not used cooled seat Not used SEO/Automatic level Not used Not used control...
Vehicle Care Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right) The right instrument panel fuse block access door is on the passenger side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. The vehicle may not be equipped Number Usage with all of the fuses, relays, and...
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Vehicle Care Number Usage Number Usage Number Usage Not used Sunroof Not used Accessory power Not used Not used outlet 4 Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Right door window Not used motor Info/Airbag Glove box...
Vehicle Care Rear Compartment Fuse ISO Mini Usage Block Relays Rear defogger Micro Usage Fuses Heated second row seat left Heated second row seat right Heated mirrors Liftgate Glass breakage The rear compartment fuse block is Liftglass behind the access panel on the left Liftgate module logic side of the compartment.
Vehicle Care Wheels and Tires M-Type Usage Warning (Continued) Fuses Tires Underinflated tires pose Liftgate module the same danger as Every new GM vehicle has Third row seat overloaded tires. The high-quality tires made by a Rear accessory power resulting crash could leading tire manufacturer.
Vehicle Care All-Season Tires traction on snow and ice-covered Warning (Continued) roads. Consider installing winter This vehicle may come with tires on the vehicle if frequent Replace any tires that all-season tires. These tires are driving on ice or snow covered have been damaged by designed to provide good overall roads is expected.
Vehicle Care tires with a lower speed rating are Tire Sidewall Labeling Caution (Continued) chosen, never exceed the tire's Useful information about a tire is maximum speed capability. sliding into a curb. The warranty molded into the sidewall. The does not cover this type of Low-Profile Tires example shows a typical damage.
Vehicle Care (2) TPC Spec (Tire week of the year 2010 would (7) Maximum Cold Inflation Performance Criteria have a four-digit DOT date Load Limit Maximum load that Specification) Original of 0310. can be carried and the equipment tires designed to maximum pressure needed to (4) Tire Identification Number GM's specific tire performance...
Vehicle Care would mean that the tire's Tire Terminology and sidewall is 75 percent as high as Definitions it is wide. Air Pressure The amount of (4) Construction Code A letter air inside the tire pressing code is used to indicate the type outward on each square inch of of ply construction in the tire.
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Vehicle Care Bead The tire bead contains Department of Transportation Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire steel wires wrapped by steel (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety tire used on light duty trucks and cords that hold the tire onto Standards. The DOT code some multipurpose passenger the rim.
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Vehicle Care Normal Occupant Weight tire inflation pressure as shown Treadwear Indicators Narrow number of occupants a vehicle on the tire placard. See Tire bands, sometimes called wear is designed to seat multiplied by Pressure 0 306 and Vehicle bars, that show across the tread 68 kg (150 lb).
Vehicle Care Vehicle Maximum Load on the The Tire and Loading Caution Tire Load on an individual tire Information label on the vehicle due to curb weight, accessory indicates the original equipment Neither tire underinflation nor weight, occupant weight, and tires and the correct cold tire overinflation is good.
Vehicle Care Do not forget the spare tire, inflation pressure is high, press Warning (Continued) if the vehicle has one. See on the metal stem in the center Full-Size Spare Tire 0 328 for of the tire valve to release air. you or others could be killed.
Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor Accordingly, when the low tire This sequence will continue upon pressure telltale illuminates, you subsequent vehicle start-ups as System should stop and check your tires as long as the malfunction exists. The Tire Pressure Monitor System soon as possible, and inflate them When the malfunction indicator is to the proper pressure.
Vehicle Care Tire Pressure Monitor shown on the Tire and Loading they are cold. See Vehicle Load Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 198 for an example of the Operation Limits 0 198. Tire and Loading Information label This vehicle may have a Tire and its location.
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Vehicle Care TPMS Malfunction Light and The TPMS sensor matching Operating electronic devices or process was not done or not being near facilities using radio Message wave frequencies similar to the completed successfully after The TPMS will not function properly rotating the tires.
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Vehicle Care passenger side front tire, passenger through the Settings menu. 8. Proceed to the passenger side side rear tire, and driver side rear See Driver Information Center front tire, and repeat the tire. See your dealer for service or (DIC) 0 140.
Vehicle Care Tire Inspection Tire Rotation We recommend that the tires, Tires should be rotated every including the spare tire, if the 12 000 km (7,500 mi). See vehicle has one, be inspected Maintenance Schedule 0 348. for signs of wear or damage at Tires are rotated to achieve a least once a month.
Vehicle Care Check that all wheel nuts are When It Is Time for New The rubber in tires ages over time. This also applies to the spare tire, properly tightened. See Wheel Tires if the vehicle has one, even if it is Nut Torque under Capacities Factors, such as maintenance, never used.
Vehicle Care of grease, gasoline, or other vehicle, including brake system on proper tire rotation. However, substances that can deteriorate performance, ride and handling, if it is necessary to replace only rubber. traction control, and tire one axle set of worn tires, place pressure monitoring the new tires on the rear axle.
Vehicle Care Winter tires with the same speed vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits Warning (Continued) rating as the original equipment 0 198 for the label location and tires may not be available for H, more information about the Tire This vehicle may have a V, W, Y and ZR speed rated and Loading Information label.
Vehicle Care Uniform Tire Quality Grading Treadwear 200 Traction AA Warning (Continued) Temperature A (UTQG) system does not apply to deep tread, winter tires, All Passenger Car Tires Must wheels are selected. This compact spare tires, tires with Conform to Federal Safety increases the chance of a crash nominal rim diameters of Requirements In Addition To...
Vehicle Care Traction laboratory test wheel. Sustained Wheel Alignment and Tire high temperature can cause the Balance The traction grades, from material of the tire to degenerate highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, The tires and wheels were aligned and reduce tire life, and and C.
Vehicle Care Some aluminum wheels can be Tire Chains Caution repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Warning The wrong wheel can also cause Your dealer will know the kind of problems with bearing life, brake wheel that is needed. Do not use tire chains.
Vehicle Care If a Tire Goes Flat Warning Warning (Continued) It is unusual for a tire to blowout Driving on a flat tire will cause be badly injured or killed if the while driving, especially if the tires permanent damage to the tire. vehicle slips off the jack.
Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) 3. For vehicles with four-wheel-drive with a N (Neutral) transfer case position, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear not in N (Neutral). 4. Turn off the engine and do 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) not restart while the vehicle 2.
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Vehicle Care 4. Turn the jack knob (1) To access the spare tire, refer to the counterclockwise to release the following graphics and instructions: jack and wheel blocks from the bracket. 5. Turn the wing nut retaining the wheel blocks (2) counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer.
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Vehicle Care 1. Open the hoist shaft access 4. Insert the open end of the door (3) on the bumper to extension (7) through the hole access the spare tire lock (6). in the rear bumper (8) (hoist shaft access hole). Be sure the hoist end of the extension (7) connects to the hoist shaft.
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Vehicle Care 6. Use the wheel wrench hook to Removing the Flat Tire and pull the hoist cable closer to Installing the Spare Tire assist in reaching the 1. Do a safety check before spare tire. proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 319 for more information.
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Vehicle Care one jack handle extension. both jack handle Attach the wheel wrench to the extensions (3). Attach the jack handle extension. Attach wheel wrench (4) to the jack the jack handle to the jack. handle extensions (3). Attach Position the jack on the frame the jack handle (2) to the behind the flat tire where the jack (1).
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Vehicle Care Warning Warning (Continued) Raising the vehicle with the jack towel can be used; however, use improperly positioned can a scraper or wire brush later to damage the vehicle and even remove all rust or dirt. make the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal injury and vehicle 8.
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Vehicle Care wheel. The cap only goes in one Warning (Continued) way. Place the cap on the wheel and press until it snaps into place. using accessory locking wheel Storing a Flat or Spare Tire nuts. See Capacities and Specifications 0 361 for original and Tools equipment wheel nut torque specifications.
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Vehicle Care 2. Hoist Shaft Caution 3. Hoist Shaft Access Cover/Hole The tire hoist can be damaged if 4. Jack Handle Extensions there is no tension on the cable 5. Wheel Wrench when using it. To have the 6. Spare Tire Lock necessary tension, the spare or 7.
Vehicle Care 4. Insert the open end of the 7. Make sure the tire is stored to position the holes in the extension (7) through the hole securely. Push, pull, and then base of the jack onto the pin in in the rear bumper (8) (hoist try to turn the tire.
Vehicle Care and replace the road tire as soon as After installing the spare tire on the Jump Starting it is convenient, and stow the spare vehicle, stop as soon as possible tire for future use. and check that the spare tire is Jump Starting - North correctly inflated.
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Vehicle Care This is located on the Warning (Continued) Caution passenger side, in the rear of the engine compartment. cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER Ignoring these steps could result 3. Get the vehicles close enough HANDLING. See California in costly damage to the vehicle so the jumper cables can Proposition 65 Warning 0 265.
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Vehicle Care The positive (+) terminal is Caution Warning (Continued) under a red plastic cover at the positive battery post. To If any accessories are left on or and some have been blinded. uncover the positive (+) plugged in during the jump Use a flashlight if you need more terminal, open the red plastic starting procedure, they could be...
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Vehicle Care Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) or to a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Negative ( ) will go to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative ( ) terminal if the vehicle has one.
Vehicle Care Towing the Vehicle dinghy and dolly towing. Dinghy Caution towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. Dolly If the jumper cables are Caution towing is towing the vehicle with two connected or removed in the wheels on the ground and two Incorrectly towing a disabled wrong order, electrical shorting...
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Vehicle Care Dinghy Towing Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles To dinghy tow: 1. Position the vehicle being Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles towed behind the tow vehicle, facing forward and on a level surface. 2. Securely attach the vehicle being towed to the tow vehicle. 3. Apply the parking brake and start the engine.
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Vehicle Care 6. Wait for at least 10 seconds, 10. Move the steering wheel to N (Neutral) under Four-Wheel then restart the engine. make sure the steering column Drive 0 217. See your dealer if is unlocked. the transfer case cannot be 7.
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Vehicle Care Dolly Towing Front Towing Dolly Towing Rear Towing Caution (Front Wheels Off the Ground) (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Towing a four-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, or even with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components.
Vehicle Care This vehicle should not be towed 2. Drive the rear wheels onto the Appearance Care with any wheels on the ground. dolly. 3. Firmly set the parking brake. Exterior Care Dolly Towing Rear Towing See Parking Brake 0 221. (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) Locks Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles...
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Vehicle Care If using an automatic car wash, the vehicle as soon as possible. Caution (Continued) follow the car wash instructions. The If necessary, use non-abrasive cleaners that are marked safe for windshield wiper and rear window your dealer. Follow all wiper, if equipped, must be off.
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Vehicle Care Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Do not use cleaners that are not Solvents, alcohols, fuels, Moldings intended for automotive use. or other harsh cleaners. Use a nonabrasive wax on the Ice scrapers or other hard items. Caution vehicle after washing to protect Aftermarket appearance caps or and extend the molding finish.
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Vehicle Care Air Intakes may require more frequent Caution application. Black marks from Clear debris from the air intakes, rubber material on painted surfaces between the hood and windshield, Chrome wheels and other chrome can be removed by rubbing with a when washing the vehicle.
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Vehicle Care Inspect power steering for proper on weatherstrips with a clean cloth Caution (Continued) hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, will make them last longer, seal chafing, etc. better, and not stick or squeak. brushes. Damage could occur Visually check constant velocity joint Underbody Maintenance and the repairs would not be boots and axle seals for leaks.
Vehicle Care material to parts repaired or Newspapers or dark garments can Never use a brush with stiff replaced to restore corrosion transfer color to the vehicle s bristles. protection. interior.. Never rub any surface Original manufacturer replacement Use a soft bristle brush to remove aggressively or with too parts will provide the corrosion dust from knobs and crevices on the...
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Vehicle Care Fabric/Carpet/Suede cloth to a clean area frequently Caution to prevent forcing the soil in to Start by vacuuming the surface the fabric. using a soft brush attachment. If a To prevent scratching, never use 4. Continue gently rubbing the rotating vacuum brush attachment is abrasive cleaners on automotive soiled area until there is no...
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Vehicle Care dirt that can scratch the surface. Caution Caution Then gently clean by rubbing with a microfiber cloth. Never use window Soaking or saturating leather, Use of air fresheners may cause cleaners or solvents. Periodically especially perforated leather, as permanent damage to plastics hand wash the microfiber cloth well as other interior surfaces,...
Vehicle Care Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the Warning proper floor mat usage: Floor Mats The original equipment floor Do not bleach or dye safety belts. Pull up on the rear of the floor mat mats were designed for your It may severely weaken them.
General Information ..346 Recommended Fluids and expenses resulting from neglect or Cadillac Premium Care Lubricants ....357 inadequate maintenance. It may...
Service and Maintenance changes and tire rotations and frequent checks and services. The Used for taxi, police, or delivery additional maintenance items like Additional Required Services - service. tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper Normal are for vehicles that: Refer to the information in the blades.
Cadillac requires that all Cadillac first 4 years or 80 000 km Premium Care Maintenance Once a Month (50,000 mi), whichever comes first. services be performed by a Cadillac Check the tire inflation Cadillac Premium Care authorized service dealer. pressures. See Tire Pressure Maintenance covers routine 0 306.
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Service and Maintenance a year and the oil life system must Check engine coolant level. See Visually inspect steering, be reset. Your trained dealer Engine Coolant 0 275. suspension, and chassis technician can perform this work. components for damaged, loose, Check windshield washer fluid If the engine oil life system is reset or missing parts or signs of...
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Service and Maintenance Check automatic transmission shift lock control function. See Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function Check 0 285. Check parking brake and automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check 0 285. Check accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding.
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Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
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Service and Maintenance Footnotes Maintenance case fluid. Contaminated fluid will Schedule Additional Required decrease the life of the transfer Services - Normal case and should be replaced. (1) Or every two years, whichever (5) Or every five years, whichever comes first. More frequent comes first.
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Service and Maintenance Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Rotate tires and perform Required Services. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter, if needed. Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1) Inspect evaporative control system. (2) Replace engine air cleaner filter.
Service and Maintenance (4) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Additional transfer case output seals. High Services Maintenance and Care pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer Severe Commercial Use Your vehicle is an important case fluid.
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Service and Maintenance To avoid break-down or failure to Trained dealer technicians have Lamps start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment Properly working headlamps, battery with full cranking power. to inspect the brakes and taillamps, and brake lamps are recommend quality parts Trained dealer technicians have important to see and be seen on...
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Service and Maintenance of leaking, blown seals, information on how to clean and Wiper Blades or damage, and can advise protect the vehicle s interior and Wiper blades need to be cleaned when service is needed. exterior, see Interior Care 0 342 and and kept in good condition to Exterior Care 0 337.
Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant Engine Oil Use only engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
Service and Maintenance Usage Fluid/Lubricant Key Lock Cylinders, Hood Hinges, Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Body Door Hinge Pins, Power Assist Canada 10953474). Steps, Tailgate Hinge, Linkage, and Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points, and Fuel Door Hinge Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No.
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...
Technical Data Technical Data Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label Vehicle Identification This label, on the inside of the glove Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) box, has the following information: Vehicle Identification Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ....360 Number (VIN).
Technical Data Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 357 for more information. Capacities Application Metric English Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the refrigerant label under the hood.
Center at 1-800 458 8006. In sure you are completely satisfied the following address: Canada, call the Canadian Cadillac with the new vehicle. However, BBB Auto Line Program Customer Care Centre at if you continue to remain unsatisfied Council of Better Business Bureaus, 1-888-446-2000.
However, if a customer approximately 70 days. We believe Contact the local General Motors wishes to write or e-mail Cadillac, our impartial program offers Business Unit. the letter should be addressed to: advantages over courts in most...
(Live Chat Support) : Chat with Service is available 24 hours a day, (Maintenance Information) : online help representatives. 365 days a year. View maintenance schedules, See my.cadillac.com to register your alerts, and OnStar onboard vehicle Calling for Service vehicle. diagnostic information. Schedule service appointments.
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Service is more than an auto club or General Motors North America and driven. Assistance is not given towing service. It provides every Cadillac reserve the right to make when the vehicle is stuck in the Cadillac owner in the United States any changes or discontinue the sand, mud, or snow.
Lock-Out Service: Vehicle request an appointment. By Cadillac parts and tools required to registration is required. scheduling a service appointment handle most roadside repairs. Trip Interruption Benefits and...
Customer Information Courtesy Transportation Transportation Options Courtesy Rental Vehicle Program For an overnight warranty repair, the Warranty service can generally be dealer may provide an available completed while you wait. However, To enhance your ownership courtesy rental vehicle or provide for if you are unable to do so, your experience, we and our participating reimbursement of a rental vehicle.
Customer Information General Motors reserves the right to are preserved. The use of Genuine Limited Warranty, and any vehicle unilaterally modify, change, GM parts can help maintain the GM failure related to such parts is not or discontinue Courtesy New Vehicle Limited Warranty. covered by that warranty.
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Customer Information specify aftermarket collision parts. Give only the necessary information If the airbag has inflated, see What When purchasing insurance, we to police and other parties involved Will You See after an Airbag recommend that you ensure that the in the crash.
Customer Information repaired with Genuine GM parts, Service Bulletins Current and Past Models even if your insurance coverage Service Bulletins give additional Technical Service Bulletins and does not pay the full cost. technical service information Manuals are available for current If another party's insurance needed to knowledgeably service and past model GM vehicles.
Customer Information Radio Frequency Reporting Safety To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline Statement Defects toll-free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: This vehicle has systems that 1-800-424-9153); go to http:// Reporting Safety Defects operate on a radio frequency that www.safercar.gov;...
For example, the understanding how a vehicle s Center vehicle uses computer modules to systems performed. The EDR is Cadillac Motor Car Division monitor and control engine and designed to record data related to P.O. Box 33169 transmission performance, to...
Customer Information These data can help provide a GM will not access these data or OnStar Terms and Conditions and better understanding of the share it with others except: with the Privacy Statement on the OnStar circumstances in which crashes and consent of the vehicle owner or, website.
OnStar OnStar OnStar Overview Conditions and Privacy Statement for more details including system limitations at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is OnStar Overview ... . . 376 next to the OnStar buttons.
OnStar ® Obtain the Wi-Fi hotspot name OnStar Services Security or SSID and password, If equipped, OnStar provides these if equipped. Emergency services: Press to connect to an OnStar Emergency Services require With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Advisor to: a specific OnStar subscription plan. OnStar Advisors can use GPS to Verify account information or With Automatic Crash Response, in...
OnStar 2. Request directions to be 2. Say Repeat. System Connections downloaded to the vehicle. responds with the last direction The following OnStar services help given, then responds with 3. Follow the voice-guided with staying connected. OnStar ready, then a tone. commands.
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OnStar (no Internet connection, 3G, Locate the vehicle on a map 2. Say Call. System responds: 4G, 4G LTE), and signal quality (U.S. market only). Call. Please say the name or (poor, good, excellent). number to call. Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot 3.
OnStar End a Call OnStar Additional Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Information Press . System responds: Call ended. Press and follow the prompts to In-Vehicle Audio Messages speak to an Advisor as soon as Verify Minutes and Expiration possible. The Advisor will update Audio messages may play important vehicle records and explain OnStar Press...
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OnStar See Radio Frequency Statement OnStar Personal Identification Press to speak with an 0 373. Number (PIN) Advisor. Services for People with A PIN is needed to access some OnStar services cannot work unless OnStar services. The PIN will need Disabilities the vehicle is in a place where to be changed the first time when...
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OnStar vehicle has not been started for Cellular and GPS Antennas Add-on Electrical Equipment five days, OnStar can contact Cellular reception is required for The OnStar system is integrated Roadside Assistance or a locksmith OnStar to send remote signals to into the electrical architecture of the to help gain access to the vehicle.
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OnStar statement or separately disclosed at may unlawfully intercept or access above copyright notice and this the time of installation. These transmissions and private permission notice appear in all updates or changes may also cause communications without consent. copies. a system to automatically THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED OnStar - Software communicate with GM servers to...
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OnStar unzip: This software is provided as is, self-extracting archive; that is without warranty of any kind, permitted without inclusion of This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the express or implied. In no event shall this license, as long as the Info-ZIP copyright and license.
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OnStar the Zip-Bugs or Info-ZIP e-mail addresses or of the Info-ZIP URL(s). 4. Info-ZIP retains the right to use the names Info-ZIP, Zip, UnZip, UnZipSFX, WiZ, Pocket UnZip, Pocket Zip, and MacZip for its own source and binary releases.
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Index Climate Control Systems Cover Door Dual Automatic ....178 Cargo ......112 Ajar Light .
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Index Engine (cont'd) Flat Tire ......319 Drive Belt Routing ... . 362 Changing .
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Index Fuel (cont'd) General Information (cont'd) High-Speed Operation ..307 Low Fuel Warning Light ..138 Towing ......253 Hill and Mountain Roads .
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Index LATCH, Lower Anchors and Lights (cont'd) Safety Belt Reminders ..129 Tethers for Children ... . 97 Key and Lock Messages ..149 LED Lighting .
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Index Messages (cont'd) Object Detection System ..150 Magnetic Ride Control ..226 Navigation ® Ride Control System ..153 Maintenance OnStar .
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Shifting Out of ....209 Cadillac ..... . . 348 System .
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Index Retained Accessory Safety Defects Reporting Service (cont'd) Power (RAP) ....207 Canadian Government ..373 Doing Your Own Work .
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Index Speedometer ....127 Sun Visors ..... . . 52 Tires (cont'd) If a Tire Goes Flat .
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