Cadillac 2011 Escalade ESC Owner's Manual
Cadillac 2011 Escalade ESC Owner's Manual

Cadillac 2011 Escalade ESC Owner's Manual

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  • Page 131: Table Of Contents

    Instruments and Controls Controls Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . 5-2 Steering Wheel Controls ..5-2 Heated Steering Wheel ..5-4 Horn ......5-4 Windshield Wiper/Washer .
  • Page 132: Controls

    Instruments and Controls Transmission Messages ..5-34 Vehicle Reminder Messages ....5-35 Washer Fluid Messages ..5-35 Vehicle Personalization Vehicle Personalization .
  • Page 133 Radio To select preset or favorite radio stations: Press and release go to the next or previous radio station stored as a preset or favorite. CD/DVD To select tracks on a CD/DVD: Press and release go to the next or previous track. Selecting Tracks on an iPod or USB Device (Vehicles without a Navigation System)
  • Page 134: Heated Steering Wheel

    Instruments and Controls 3. Press and release to move up one track within the selected category. (Mute/Push to Talk): Press to silence the vehicle speakers only. Press again to turn the sound on. For vehicles with Bluetooth or OnStar systems, press and hold for longer than two seconds to interact with those systems.
  • Page 135: Windshield Wiper/Washer

    Windshield Wiper/Washer The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band with on it. (Mist): For a single wiping cycle, turn the band to mist. Hold it there until the wipers start, then release. For more wipes, hold the band on mist longer. (Delay): The wiper speed can be set for a long or short delay between wipes.
  • Page 136 Instruments and Controls Compass variance is the difference between the earth's magnetic north and true geographic north. If the compass is not set to the zone where you live, the compass may give false readings. The compass must be set to the variance zone in which the vehicle is traveling.
  • Page 137: Clock

    note pad holder, or any other magnetic item. Turn off the vehicle, move the magnetic item, then turn on the vehicle and calibrate the compass. To calibrate the compass, use the following procedure: Compass Calibration Procedure 1. Before calibrating the compass, make sure the compass zone is set to the variance zone in which the vehicle is located.
  • Page 138: Cigarette Lighter

    Instruments and Controls The accessory power outlets are powered, even when the ignition is in LOCK/OFF. Continuing to use power outlets while the ignition is in LOCK/OFF may cause the vehicle's battery to run down. Do not try to put the cigarette lighter in any of the accessory power outlets.
  • Page 139: Ashtrays

    Ashtrays The front ashtray is located in the center console near the cupholders. Press on the access door to open it and use the ashtray. If papers, pins, or other flammable items are put in the ashtray, hot cigarettes or other smoking materials could ignite them and possibly damage the vehicle.
  • Page 140: Instrument Cluster

    5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar...
  • Page 141: Speedometer

    Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle's speed in both kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). Odometer The odometer works together with the Driver Information Center (DIC). Press the Trip/Fuel button on the instrument panel cluster to check the odometer mileage while the vehicle is not running.
  • Page 142: Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

    5-12 Instruments and Controls Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. If the indicator on the gauge moves towards the shaded area on the thermostat, it means that the engine coolant has overheated. If the vehicle has been operating under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as...
  • Page 143: Airbag Readiness Light

    This chime and light sequence is repeated if the passenger remains unbuckled and the vehicle is in motion. If the passenger safety belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on. The front passenger safety belt warning light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop or other electronic...
  • Page 144: Passenger Airbag Status

    5-14 Instruments and Controls Passenger Airbag Status Indicator If the vehicle has the airbag status indicator pictured in the following illustration, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position. The passenger airbag status indicator is on the overhead console.
  • Page 145: Malfunction Indicator Lamp

    WARNING If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See for more information, including important safety information.
  • Page 146 5-16 Instruments and Controls If the Malfunction Indicator Lamp comes on and stays on while the engine is running, this indicates that there is an OBD II problem and service is required. Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is apparent.
  • Page 147 An emission system malfunction might be corrected: Make sure the fuel cap is fully installed. See . The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
  • Page 148: Brake System Warning

    5-18 Instruments and Controls The vehicle may not pass inspection if: The malfunction indicator lamp is on with the engine running, or if the light does not come on when the ignition is turned to ON/RUN while the engine is off. The critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed by the...
  • Page 149: Antilock Brake System (Abs)

    WARNING The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service.
  • Page 150: Stabilitrak ® Indicator Light

    5-20 Instruments and Controls ® StabiliTrak Indicator Light The StabiliTrak indicator light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the light comes on and stays on while driving, there might be a problem with the StabiliTrak system...
  • Page 151: Engine Oil Pressure Light

    Engine Oil Pressure Light WARNING Do not keep driving if the oil pressure is low. The engine can become so hot that it catches fire. Someone could be burned. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced. Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine.
  • Page 152: Front Fog Lamp Light

    5-22 Instruments and Controls Front Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp lights come on when the fog lamps are in use. The lights go out when the fog lamps are turned off. See for more information. Lamps on Reminder This light comes on whenever the parking lamps are on.
  • Page 153: Information Displays

    Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. The DIC also allows some features to be customized.
  • Page 154 5-24 Instruments and Controls The compass and outside air temperature will also be shown in the display. The temperature will be shown in °C or °F depending on the units selected. (Vehicle Information): Press to display the oil life, units, tire pressure readings for vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), compass zone setting, and...
  • Page 155 Average Economy Press the trip/fuel button until AVERAGE ECONOMY displays. This display shows the approximate average liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). This number is calculated based on the number of L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the last time this menu item was reset.
  • Page 156 5-26 Instruments and Controls Vehicle Information Menu Items (Vehicle Information): Press to scroll through the following menu items: Oil Life Press the vehicle information button until OIL LIFE REMAINING displays. This display shows an estimate of the oil's remaining useful life. If you see 99% OIL LIFE REMAINING on the display, that means 99% of the current oil life remains.
  • Page 157: Vehicle Messages

    Battery Voltage This display shows the current battery voltage. If the voltage is in the normal range, the value will display. For example, the display may read BATTERY VOLTAGE 13 VOLTS. If the voltage is low, the display will show LOW. If the voltage is high, the display will show HIGH.
  • Page 158: Brake System Messages

    5-28 Instruments and Controls Battery Voltage and Charging Messages BATTERY LOW START VEHICLE When the vehicle s battery is severely discharged, this message will display and four chimes will sound. Start the vehicle immediately. If the vehicle is not started and the battery continues to discharge, the climate controls, heated seats, and audio systems will shut off and the vehicle may...
  • Page 159: Engine Cooling System

    LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the driver side rear door is not fully closed and the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Stop and turn off the vehicle, check the door for obstructions, and close the door again.
  • Page 160: Engine Oil Messages

    5-30 Instruments and Controls ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE If you drive the vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an overheat warning appears on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, stop the vehicle as soon as possible. for more information.
  • Page 161: Engine Power Messages

    Engine Power Messages ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED This message displays and a chime sounds when the cooling system temperature gets too hot and the engine further enters the engine coolant protection mode. See for further information. This message also displays when the vehicle's engine power is reduced.
  • Page 162: Object Detection System

    5-32 Instruments and Controls Object Detection System Messages PARKING ASSIST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL If your vehicle has the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, this message displays if there is something interfering with the park assist system. See more information. PARKING ASSIST OFF After the vehicle has been started, this message displays to remind...
  • Page 163: Messages

    STABILITRAK OFF If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this message displays when you turn off StabiliTrak, or when the stability control has been automatically disabled. To limit wheel spin and realize the full benefits of the stability enhancement system, you should normally leave StabiliTrak on.
  • Page 164: Tire Messages

    5-34 Instruments and Controls Tire Messages SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays if a part on the TPMS is not working properly. The tire pressure light also flashes and then remains on during the same ignition cycle.
  • Page 165: Vehicle Reminder

    TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE If you drive the vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, you can damage the transmission. This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by the warranty.
  • Page 166 5-36 Instruments and Controls To change customization preferences, use the following procedure. Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in P (Park). To avoid excessive drain on the battery, it is recommended that the headlamps are turned off.
  • Page 167 Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings: SHIFT OUT OF PARK (default): The doors, including the tailgate, will automatically lock when the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park).
  • Page 168 5-38 Instruments and Controls Press the customization button until REMOTE DOOR LOCK appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access the settings for this feature. Then press the customization button to scroll through the following settings: OFF: There will be no feedback when you press the lock button on the RKE transmitter.
  • Page 169 DELAY DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not the locking of the vehicle's doors and tailgate will be delayed. When locking the doors and tailgate with the power door lock switch and a door or the tailgate is open, this feature will delay locking the doors and tailgate until five seconds after the last door...
  • Page 170 5-40 Instruments and Controls APPROACH LIGHTING This feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lamps turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. Press the customization button until APPROACH LIGHTING appears on the DIC display.
  • Page 171 There is no default for chime volume. The volume will stay at the last known setting. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. PARK TILT MIRRORS This feature allows you to select whether or not the outside mirror(s) will automatically tilt down when the vehicle is shifted into R (Reverse).
  • Page 172 5-42 Instruments and Controls The automatic easy exit seat movement will only occur one time after the key is removed from the ignition. If the automatic movement has already occurred, and you put the key back in the ignition and remove it again, the seat and steering column will stay in the original exit position, unless a...
  • Page 173 NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. REMOTE START If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to turn the remote start off or on.
  • Page 174: Universal Remote System

    5-44 Instruments and Controls To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS This feature allows you to exit the feature settings menu. Press the customization button until PRESS TO EXIT FEATURE SETTINGS appears in the DIC display.
  • Page 175 This system provides a way to replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices. Do not use this system with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature.
  • Page 176 5-46 Instruments and Controls 2. In the garage, locate the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit). Find the Learn or Smart button. It can usually be found where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit and may be a colored button. Press this button.
  • Page 177 To program up to three devices: 1. To verify that the garage door opener is a Fixed Code unit, remove the battery cover on the hand-held transmitter supplied by the manufacturer of the garage door opener motor. If there is a row of dip switches similar to the graphic above, the garage door opener is a Fixed Code unit.
  • Page 178 5-48 Instruments and Controls The switch positions on the hand-held transmitter could be labeled as follows: A switch in the up position could be labeled as Up, +, or On. A switch in the down position could be labeled as Down, , or Off.
  • Page 179: Operation

    Now press one button on the Universal Home Remote for each switch setting as follows: If you wrote Left, press the left button (A) in the vehicle. If you wrote Right, press the right button (C) in the vehicle. If you wrote Middle, press the middle button (B) in the vehicle.
  • Page 180 5-50 Instruments and Controls Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends. To erase either Rolling Code or Fixed Code settings on the Universal Home Remote device: 1. Press and hold the two outside buttons at the same time for approximately 20 seconds, until the indicator lights, located...
  • Page 191 Introduction ....7-1 Theft-Deterrent Feature ..7-3 Overview ..... . 7-3 AM-FM Radio .
  • Page 192 All functions are available when the vehicle is parked. Do the following before driving: Become familiar with the navigation system operation, control buttons on the faceplate, and touch-sensitive screen buttons of the navigation system. Set up the audio by presetting favorite stations, setting the tone, and adjusting the speakers.
  • Page 193 ® TheftLock is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle's radio by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The radio does not operate if it is stolen or moved to a different vehicle. When the navigation system is turned on, a screen may appear with the information below, and you must read and acknowledge the...
  • Page 194 A. Full map Touch Screen Button B. No GPS Symbol C. North Up/Heading Up Symbol D. Map Scale (Zoom In) Touch Screen Button Mark Touch Screen Button (Eject) (Power/Volume) (Scan Up/Down) AUDIO K. FAV (Favorite) (Phone) (Sound) N. Source (AM, FM, XM, CD, etc.) O.
  • Page 195 R. Auxiliary Jack (Seek) Key (Previous/Next) (Tune) Knob U. NAV (Navigation) V. RPT (Repeat) W. DEST (Destination) X. CONFIG (Configure) To change the language of the navigation screens or to change the navigation screens from English or metric, see for more information.
  • Page 196 The navigation system time and the analog clock operate independently. Changing the time through the navigation system does not change the time on the analog clock. See to change the analog clock time. To set the time for the navigation system: 1.
  • Page 197 8. Once a street has been selected, select the House # screen button to enter the house number. The system displays the house number range that is available for the street. 9. Select GO. A map screen, with the destination marked appears. 10.
  • Page 198 4. Press the DEST control button, the Route screen displays. Press Final Destination or Stopover. The information screen displays for that location. Press Add to Address Book. The address book screen appears. 5. Select the Name screen button. An alpha-keyboard displays. Enter the name.
  • Page 199 Adjust the volume of voice guidance prompts: 1. Press the CONFIG control button to enter the menu options, then press CONFIG again, repeatedly until Nav is selected or press the Nav screen button. 2. Press Voice Prompt. 3. Press + or screen buttons to increase or to decrease the volume of the voice prompts.
  • Page 200 3. Press and hold for more than two seconds to turn off the navigation system, the Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) video screen, and Rear Seat Audio (RSA). If the vehicle has not been turned off, press this knob to turn RSE and RSA back on and to continue playback of the last active source.
  • Page 201 Press the screen button, located in the middle of the screen, to get a list of all the selected band stations in the area. Use the up and down arrows to scroll the frequencies. Press the desired frequency. XM (if equipped) lists also contain a category to select and the stations or channels that have broadcasts that relate to that category.
  • Page 202 4. Seek, scan, or tune to the desired station, to select the station. 5. Press and hold one of the preset screen buttons for more than two seconds or until a beep is heard. 6. Repeat the steps for each preset.
  • Page 203 Enables Bose Centerpoint signal processing that produces a surround sound listening experience from a CD or XM (if equipped) stereo digital audio source. Centerpoint delivers five independent audio channels from conventional two channel stereo recordings (not available for AM or FM). Adjusts the audio to give the driver the best possible sound quality.
  • Page 204 The Bose AudioPilot noise compensation technology. ® To use AudioPilot 1. Press the CONFIG control button to enter the menu screen, then press CONFIG repeatedly until Radio is selected or press the Radio screen button 2. Press Automatic Volume Control to access the AudioPilot menu.
  • Page 205 is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming and commercial-free music, coast-to-coast, and in digital-quality sound. A service fee is required to receive the XM service.
  • Page 206 The XM receiver may have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles. If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced, check with your dealer. If tuned to channel 0, this message will alternate with the Radio eight digit radio ID label.
  • Page 207 Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the vehicle's radio. This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone's battery, or simply having the phone on. This interference causes an increased level of static while listening to the radio.
  • Page 208 As each new track starts to play, the track number displays. If an error appears on the display, see CD/DVD Messages in this section. If viewing a map screen, press the CD screen button. The display splits between the audio screen and the map screen.
  • Page 209 1. To seek tracks, press the up arrow to go to the next track. 2. Press the down arrow to go to the start of the current track, if more than eight seconds have played. 3. If either arrow is pressed more than once, the player continues moving backward or forward through the CD.
  • Page 210 1. Press to turn the system on and off. 2. Turn the knob to increase or decrease the volume of the audio system. 3. Press and hold for more than two seconds to turn off the navigation system, RSE video screen, and RSA.
  • Page 211 Press to display the first menu of the DVD. This is not available on all DVDs. Press to display the DVD menu of the current area of the DVD that is playing. This button is not available for DVD audio. Press to display the audio options.
  • Page 212 From the DVD Setup screen, press to change the default audio, subtitle, and menu languages, parental level, audio, and to view the aspect of the DVD. These settings are not available on all DVDs. This button is not available for DVD audio. Press English, Francais, Espanol, Italiano, or Deutsch to change the default...
  • Page 213 1. Press to return to the start of the current track or chapter. 2. Press again to go to the previous track or chapter. This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. 1.
  • Page 214 The air is very humid. If so, wait about an hour and try again. There may have been a problem while burning the CD/DVD. The label may be caught in the CD/DVD player. If the CD/DVD is not playing correctly, for any other reason, try a known good CD/DVD.
  • Page 215 The navigation audio system can control a USB storage device or an iPod by using the radio touch screens and steering wheel controls. 1. Press the AUX button and then the USB button. 2. Press center screen button to enter the music navigator main screen.
  • Page 216 A warning message will display for a few seconds. A message to safely remove the device displays. There are guidelines that must be met, when creating an MP3 disc. If the guidelines are not met when recording a CD-R(W), the CD may not play.
  • Page 217 Maximum 32 characters, including spaces, in a file or folder name. Maximum number of folders is 100 with a maximum hierarchy of eight folders. Create a folder structure that makes it easy to find songs while driving. Organize songs by albums using one folder for each album.
  • Page 218 While playing a CD, the navigation system is available. When you insert a CD, the CD tab displays. If a DSP setting is selected for the CD, it will be activated each time you play a CD. If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in the player, it stays in the player.
  • Page 219 1. Select the left or right arrow to go to the previous or next folder, artist, or album on the disc. 2. Press the middle screen button, with the folder, artist, or album name, to sort the MP3 by folder, artist, or album.
  • Page 220 To use a portable audio player, connect a 1/8 in (3.5 mm) cable to the radio's front auxiliary input jack. When a device is connected, press the AUDIO control button, then press it again until AUX is selected or press the AUX screen button to begin playing audio from the device over the vehicle speakers.
  • Page 221 The vehicle may have an DVD Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) system. The RSE system works with the vehicle's audio system. The DVD player is part of the front radio. The RSE system includes a radio with a DVD player, a video display screen, audio/video jacks, two wireless headphones, and a remote control.
  • Page 222 A. Battery cover B. Channel 1 or 2 switch C. Power button D. Volume control E. Power indicator light The RSE includes two 2-channel wireless headphones that are dedicated to this system. Channel 1 is dedicated to the video screen, while Channel 2 is dedicated to Rear Seat Audio (RSA) selections.
  • Page 223 If the foam ear pads attached to the headphones become worn or damaged, the pads can be replaced separately from the headphone set. To purchase replacement ear pads, call 1 888 293 3332, then prompt zero (0), or contact your dealer. To change the batteries on the headphones: 1.
  • Page 224 See Using the Auxiliary Input Jack under for more information about changing the source. The screen display mode (normal, full, and zoom), screen brightness, and setup menu language can be changed from the on screen setup menu. To change any feature: 1.
  • Page 225 If a DVD is playing and the screen is raised to its locked position, the screen remains on. This is normal, and the DVD continues to play through the previous audio source. Use the remote control power button or eject the disc to turn off the screen.
  • Page 226 Press this button to turn the video screen on and off. Press this button to turn the remote control backlight on. The backlight automatically times out after 7 to 10 seconds if no other button is pressed while the backlight is on. Press this button to return the DVD to the main menu of the DVD.
  • Page 227 Press this button to go to the beginning of the next chapter or track. This button might not work while the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. Press this button to quickly reverse the DVD or CD. To stop fast reversing a DVD video, press the play/pause button.
  • Page 228 To change the remote control batteries: 1. Slide the rear cover back on the remote control. 2. Replace the two batteries in the compartment. Make sure they are installed correctly using the diagram on the inside of the remote control. 3.
  • Page 229 The auxiliary source is running, but there is no picture or sound. Sometimes the wireless headphone audio cuts out or buzzes. The remote and/or the headphones are lost. The DVD is playing, but there is no picture or sound. Check that the RSE video screen is in the auxiliary source mode.
  • Page 230 Video distortion can occur when operating cellular phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Position Systems (GPS)*, two-way radios, mobile fax machines, or walkie talkies. It might be necessary to turn off the DVD player when operating one of these devices in or near the vehicle. ®...
  • Page 231 To listen to an iPod or portable audio device through the RSA, attach the iPod or portable audio device to the auxiliary input (if available), located below the RSA system, USB port, or AUX jack. Turn the iPod on, then choose the front auxiliary input with the RSA SRCE button.
  • Page 232 Press this button to go to the next preset radio station or channel set on the main radio. This function is inactive, with some radios, if the front seat passengers are listening to the radio. When a CD or DVD audio disc is playing, press this button to go to the beginning of the CD or DVD audio.
  • Page 233 Press to access the preset stations. See Storing Radio Station Presets under, See the OnStar (if equipped) owner guide and Bluetooth (if equipped) for more information. Press to access the Sound menu to adjust the treble, midrange, bass, fade, balance, and Digital Signal Processing (DSP).
  • Page 234 Select to enter numbers. Select to enter a space between characters or the words of a name. Select if an incorrect character has been entered. To make name entries easier, the system only highlights the characters that can follow the last one entered.
  • Page 235 Touch the zoom in or out screen buttons or the scale on the bar to change the level of map detail. The scale appears on the screen once the zoom in or zoom out screen buttons are selected. The system adjusts the map accordingly.
  • Page 236 The destination symbol appears on the map, after a route has been planned, marking the final destination. The stopover symbol displays on the map after a stopover has been added to the route. The stopover symbols are numbered one through three, depending on how many stopovers have been set.
  • Page 237 The straight line to distance symbol indicates the straight-line distance to the destination. This symbol appears before you start driving on the route or if on a road where navigation guidance cannot be given. The north up symbol indicates the map with North Up, known as North Up mode.
  • Page 238 The No GPS symbol appears when the vehicle is acquiring or not receiving a Global Positioning System (GPS) satellite signal. for more information. Select the Mark screen button to store the location on the screen in the address book. The system automatically stores the point in the address book.
  • Page 239 1. Once a category has been selected, touch this button to display the list of available POIs for the selected POI category. The list provides the POI icon, the name, the direction, and the distance to the POI from the vehicle's current position.
  • Page 240 When driving on a routed destination, the map screen automatically displays the next maneuver. The pop-up displays the next maneuver direction and the distance from it. When approximately 400 m (1/4 mi) from the next maneuver, the screen displays the name and a detailed view of it.
  • Page 241 This dual screen symbol displays when the screen is in dual mode. Dual mode displays the route on half of the screen and a maneuver or Interstate Exit list on the other half. The Interstate Exit list advises of approaching exits. Press this screen button to switch between dual screen and full screen which displays the entire route.
  • Page 242 4. Once a state or province has been selected the City name category is automatically selected for entry. Enter the City Name or press the Last 5 Cities screen button. The Last 5 Cities screen displays a list of the last five city names that had been entered.
  • Page 243 If using the alpha keyboard, finish entering the street name. If five or less names are available, a list displays. If more than five are available, the List screen button displays a number. This number represents the number of available streets. Select this button to view the list and select a street.
  • Page 244 6. Select GO. The map screen, with the destination marked displays. 7. Select the route preference (Fastest, Shortest, or Other). The system calculates and highlights the route. 8. Select Start Guidance. The route is now ready to be started. See Getting Started on Your Route in this section for more information.
  • Page 245 To use the point of interest destination entry method by selecting a category: 1. Press the DEST control button. 2. Select 3. Select Browse POI Categories to view the list of POI categories. 4. Select a category. The system displays available POI names in the selected category.
  • Page 246 The previous destination entry method lets you select a destination from a list of previous destination points. Press to access the Previous Destination screen. The system stores up to 20 points that have been previously entered. As new destinations are entered, the system automatically deletes the oldest destinations and adds the new destinations.
  • Page 247 3. Use and press on the map to find the area that you would like to select as your destination. Pressing/holding and dragging your finger on the map activates fast scrolling. 4. Press once on the area that you would like to set as your destination.
  • Page 248 The preset destination entry method lets you set a destination by selecting from one of five previously stored destinations. Besides voice tagged destinations, these are the only destinations available to set while the vehicle is moving. If a destination is not set for one of the screen buttons, the button is dimmed and not available for use.
  • Page 249 OnStar Destination Download (if equipped) is a service available for OnStar subscribers that makes operating your navigation system much simpler. It allows subscribers to request and receive navigation assistance on-the-go. Press the blue OnStar button and an Advisor can locate a point-of-interest or an address and download the necessary information or coordinates to your navigation...
  • Page 250 If an OnStar destination is downloaded while route guidance is not active, the navigation system displays an OnStar Destination Download Screen and operations will continue as outlined in the Using OnStar Destination Download section: If OnStar downloads a destination while route guidance is already active, the navigation system adds the downloaded destination as the next waypoint in the existing route.
  • Page 251 Once a destination has been entered, there are several functions that can be performed. Press DEST to access the Route screen. Press to view the list of turn maneuvers for the entire route and to avoid turns on the route. Press the arrows to scroll through the list of maneuvers.
  • Page 252 Select to scroll to the next stopover or to the final destination. (fast forward skip) button changes to a fast speed fast forward. Select to go to the next stopover or to the final destination. Select this screen button from the Route screen, then select to detour 2 km, 5 km, 10 km (1 mile, 3 miles, or 5 miles) around the current route.
  • Page 253 7. Select the route preference (Fastest, Shortest, or Other). The system calculates and highlights the route. 8. Select Start Guidance. The route is now ready to be started. To delete a stopover from the current route: 1. Press the DEST control button. 2.
  • Page 254 To store the current vehicle position as a preset destination: 1. Select Mark from the map screen to add the current vehicle position to the address book. The Address Book screen appears. 2. Select Name. An alpha-keyboard displays. Enter the name. Press OK then Back to return to the address book information screen.
  • Page 255 Press the CONFIG control button to enter the configure menu options, then press CONFIG again, repeatedly until Sound is selected or press the Sound screen button to make speaker and DSP (Digital Signal Processing) adjustments. See Sound Menu under, more information. Press the CONFIG control button to enter the configure menu options, then press CONFIG again,...
  • Page 256 This feature allows the system to use time restricted and seasonal roads when calculating a planned route. To add an address to the address book, see Adding Destinations to the Address Book under To edit the name of an address book: 1.
  • Page 257 To change the map icon of an address book entry: 1. Select the CONFIG control button. 2. Select the Nav screen button. 3. Select Edit/View Address Book. 4. Select the address book entry to change. 5. Select the Icon screen button. 6.
  • Page 258 Press the Map Database Information screen button to view the coverage areas of the map DVD. To turn the Off-road mode on or off: 1. Press the CONFIG control button. 2. Press the Nav screen button. 3. Press Off-Road mode. The button will be highlighted when the feature is on.
  • Page 259 Three types of traffic information for major roadways are displayed on the navigation system: Unscheduled traffic incident data, such as accidents and disabled vehicles Scheduled traffic incident data, such as road construction and road closures Traffic flow information (rate of speed data) Traffic information is delivered to the vehicle by the XM...
  • Page 260 The Traffic Icon appears on the Traffic Tab, next to the word Traffic, when traffic is found in the local area. The Traffic Icon has three different condition displays. These are: No XM NavTraffic subscription. No Traffic is found in the local area.
  • Page 261 The system may take some time to sort the information. The list of traffic conditions display in the order of distance from the vehicle, up to approximately 125 km (75 mi). With a route planned, the system defaults to list traffic events on your route. Without a route planned, if travelling on a major interstate, the system lists events immediately ahead on...
  • Page 262 Select the Options screen button. A Traffic Options menu displays. Select the desired traffic related option. Select to enable or disable the traffic function. Select to display traffic icons on the map screen. This function allows which traffic information displays. This screen button is used to enable or disable the green, yellow, red and orange...
  • Page 263 When On, if an approaching traffic event is within the alert range, one of two traffic alert pop-up screens display: With no route planned, while on expressways, Approaching Traffic Event without Avoid screen displays. With route planned, Traffic Event on Route screen displays. If the Alert for Approaching Traffic Events is Off, the alert pop-up screen does not display.
  • Page 264 After selecting the INFO (information) screen button, the type of traffic condition, the street name, and a description of the traffic condition displays. See Scrolling the Map under for more information. To display traffic events in another state or a great distance away, scroll to the desired area, and then stop scrolling.
  • Page 265 These buttons have common functions across all three Detailed Traffic Event screens. Press to return to the previous screen. If available, press to display the related traffic event on the map. Press to display more of the traffic event description, if the whole event does not fit in the given display.
  • Page 266 Press this screen button to turn the display off. Press any control button to view the display. Press this screen button to change the brightness, contrast, and mode of the display. Press + (plus) (minus) to increase or decrease the brightness of the screen. Press + (plus) (minus) to increase or decrease the contrast of the screen.
  • Page 267 The GPS shows the current position of the vehicle using signals sent by the GPS Satellites of the United States Department of Defense. When the vehicle is not receiving signals from the satellites, a symbol appears on the map screen. Refer This system may not be available or interferences may occur if any of the following are true:...
  • Page 268 Vehicle is being driven with tire chains. Tires are replaced. Tire pressure for the tires is incorrect. Tires are worn. First time the map DVD is inserted. Battery is disconnected for several days. Vehicle is driving in heavy traffic where driving is at low speeds, and the vehicle is stopped and started repeatedly.
  • Page 269 Automatic rerouting may display a route returning to the set stopover if you are heading for a destination without passing through a set stopover. The route prohibits the entry of a vehicle due to a regulation by time or season or any other regulation which may be given.
  • Page 270 The navigation system's voice recognition allows for hands-free operation of the navigation system, audio system, and OnStar (if equipped) features. The DVD map disc must be installed in the navigation system for voice recognition to work. See for more information. Voice recognition can be used when the ignition is on or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.
  • Page 271 If you experience difficulty with the system recognizing a command, try saying it more softly, and wait for a few seconds after the beep, or repeat the command. Background noise may cause voice commands to be misunderstood, including airflow noise from wind. To use the voice recognition system, the map DVD must be loaded and the navigation...
  • Page 272 Use the following display commands to set the display mode. Sets the display to daytime mode. Sets the display to night mode. Sets the display to automatic mode. The system changes between day and night mode automatically. Instructs the system to assist with display commands.
  • Page 273 Vehicles with a Bluetooth system can use a Bluetooth capable cell phone with a Hands Free Profile to make and receive phone calls. The system can be used while the key is in the ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY position. The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9.1 m (30 ft).
  • Page 274 Up to five cell phones can be paired to the Bluetooth system. The pairing process is disabled when the vehicle is moving. Pairing only needs to be completed once, unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the system.
  • Page 275 If the phone name you want to delete is unknown, see Listing All Paired and Connected Phones. 1. Press and hold two seconds. 2. Say Bluetooth. 3. Say Delete. The system asks which phone to delete. 4. Say the name of the phone you want to delete.
  • Page 276 If an unwanted number is recognized by the system, say Clear at any time to clear the last number. To hear all of the numbers recognized by the system, say Verify at any time. 1. Press and hold two seconds. 2.
  • Page 277 1. Press and hold two seconds. 2. Say Dial or Call. 3. Say the entire number without pausing, or say the name tag. Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio speakers. The digit dial command allows a phone number to be dialed by entering the digits one at a time.
  • Page 278 Three way calling must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier. 1. While on a call, press 2. Say Three way call. 3. Use the dial or call command to dial the number of the third party to be called.
  • Page 279 Voice pass thru allows access to the voice recognition commands on the cell phone. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature. To access contacts stored in the cell phone: 1. Press and hold two seconds.

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