2018 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual

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84016525 B Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

Contents Introduction ...... 2 In Brief ...... 5 Keys, Doors, and Windows ...... 28 Seats and Restraints ...... 58 Storage ...... 116 Instruments and Controls ...... 120 Lighting ...... 164 Infotainment System ...... 172 Climate Controls ...... 173 Driving and Operating ...... 182 Vehicle Care ...... 263 Service and Maintenance ...... 345 Technical Data ...... 358 Customer Information ...... 362 Reporting Safety Defects ...... 372 OnStar ...... 376 Index ...... 387 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

2 INTRODUCTION Introduction This manual describes features that Propriétaires Canadiens may or may not be on the vehicle On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce because of optional equipment that guide en français auprès du was not purchased on the vehicle, concessionnaire ou à l'adresse model variants, country specifications, suivante: features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes Helm, Incorporated subsequent to the printing of this Attention: Customer Service owner’s manual. 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 The names, logos, emblems, slogans, Refer to the purchase documentation USA vehicle model names, and vehicle relating to your specific vehicle to body designs appearing in this manual confirm the features. including, but not limited to, GM, the Using this Manual GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference. To quickly locate information about Emblem, and ESCALADE are the vehicle, use the Index in the back trademarks and/or service marks of Canadian Vehicle Owners of the manual. It is an alphabetical General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, list of what is in the manual and the affiliates, or licensors. A French language manual can be page number where it can be found. For vehicles first sold in Canada, obtained from your dealer, at substitute the name “General Motors www.helminc.com, or from: of Canada Company” for Cadillac Motor Division wherever it appears in this manual.

INTRODUCTION 3 Danger, Warning, and Vehicle Symbol Chart Caution Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what Warning messages found on vehicle they mean. See the features in this labels and in this manual describe manual for information. hazards and what to do to avoid or : Airbag Readiness Light reduce them. A circle with a slash through it is a 9 safety symbol which means “Do Not,” # : Air Conditioning { Danger “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) happen.” Danger indicates a hazard with a $ : Brake System Warning Light high level of risk which will result Symbols " : Charging System in serious injury or death. The vehicle has components and I : Cruise Control labels that use symbols instead of ` : Do Not Puncture text. Symbols are shown along with { Warning the text describing the operation or ^ : Do Not Service information relating to a specific B : Engine Coolant Temperature Warning indicates a hazard that component, control, message, gauge, could result in injury or death. or indicator. O : Exterior Lamps M : Shown when the owner’s manual _ : Flame/Fire Prohibited has additional instructions or . : Fuel Gauge information. Caution + : Fuses * : Shown when the service manual 3 Caution indicates a hazard that has additional instructions or : Headlamp High/Low-Beam could result in property or vehicle information. Changer damage. 0 : Shown when there is more information on another page — “see page.” Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure O : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Seat Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak a : Under Pressure M : Windshield Washer Fluid Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

IN BRIEF 5 In Brief Transmission ...... 19 Performance and Maintenance Four-Wheel Drive ...... 20 Traction Control/Electronic Vehicle Features Stability Control ...... 25 Instrument Panel Tire Pressure Monitor ...... 25 Infotainment System ...... 21 Fuel ...... 26 Instrument Panel ...... 6 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 21 E85 or FlexFuel ...... 26 Initial Drive Information Cruise Control ...... 21 Engine Oil Life System ...... 26 Driver Information Driving for Better Fuel Initial Drive Information ...... 8 Center (DIC) ...... 21 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Economy ...... 27 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Roadside Service ...... 27 System ...... 8 System ...... 22 Remote Vehicle Start ...... 8 Forward Automatic Door Locks ...... 9 Braking (FAB) ...... 22 Liftgate ...... 9 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 22 Windows ...... 10 Lane Change Alert (LCA) ...... 22 Seat Adjustment ...... 10 Surround Vision ...... 23 Memory Features ...... 13 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...... 23 Second Row Seats ...... 14 Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Third Row Seats ...... 14 System ...... 23 Heated and Cooled Front Seats . . . 14 Parking Assist ...... 23 Head Restraint Adjustment ...... 14 Automatic Parking Seat Belts ...... 14 Assist (APA) ...... 23 Passenger Sensing System ...... 15 Reverse Automatic Mirror Adjustment ...... 15 Braking (RAB) ...... 23 Steering Wheel Adjustment ...... 16 Power Outlets ...... 24 Throttle and Brake Pedal Universal Remote System ...... 24 Adjustment ...... 16 Sunroof ...... 24 Interior Lighting ...... 17 Exterior Lighting ...... 17 Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 18 Climate Controls ...... 18 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

6 IN BRIEF Instrument Panel Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

IN BRIEF 7 1. Air Vents 0 179. 8. Light Sensor. See Automatic 18. Cruise Control 0 222 (If 0 2. Head-Up Display (HUD) 0 147 (If Headlamp System 167. Equipped). Equipped). 9. Infotainment 0 172. Adaptive Cruise Control 0 225 (If 3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and 10. Glove Box Button. See Glove Box Equipped). Lane-Change Signals 0 168. 0 116. Forward Collision Alert (FCA) 0 Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 121. Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 246 (If System 240 (If Equipped). 0 Rear Window Wiper/Washer Equipped). Heated Steering Wheel 121 (If 0 123. Parking Assist Button. See Equipped). 4. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 168. Assistance Systems for Parking or Phone Button. See the Backing 0 233. infotainment manual. 5. Instrument Cluster 0 130. 11. Dual Automatic Climate Control 19. Automatic Transfer Case Knob (If 6. Shift Lever. See Automatic System 0 173. Equipped). See Four-Wheel Drive Transmission 0 206. 0 Instrument Panel Storage 0 116. 211. Tow/Haul Mode Selector Button. 20. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out See Tow/Haul Mode 0 210. 12. CD Player. See the infotainment manual. of View). See Malfunction Range Selection Mode Buttons (If Indicator Lamp (Check Engine 0 Equipped). See Manual Mode 13. ENGINE START/STOP Button. Light) 137. See Ignition Positions 0 199. 0 209. 21. Electric Parking Brake 0 216 (If 0 7. Magnetic Ride Control Button. 14. Steering Wheel Controls 121. Equipped). See Magnetic Ride Control 0 221. Driver Information Center (DIC) 22. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 164. Pedal Adjust Switch (If Controls. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 145. 23. Instrument Panel Illumination Equipped). See Adjustable Throttle Control 0 169. and Brake Pedal 0 198. 15. Horn 0 121. Traction Control/Electronic 16. Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 121. 0 Stability Control 218. 17. Hood Release. See Hood 0 266. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

8 IN BRIEF Initial Drive Information Press 7 and hold for more than three seconds to sound the panic This section provides a brief overview alarm. about some of the important features that may or may not be on your Press 7 again to cancel the panic specific vehicle. alarm. For more detailed information, refer to See Keys 0 28 and Remote Keyless each of the features which can be Entry (RKE) System 0 29. found later in this owner’s manual. Remote Vehicle Start Remote Keyless Entry The engine can be started from (RKE) System outside of the vehicle. K The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) : Press to unlock the driver door. Starting the Vehicle transmitter is used to remotely lock Press K again within three seconds to and unlock the doors from up to 60 m unlock all remaining doors. 1. Press and release Q on the RKE (197 ft) away from the vehicle. transmitter. Q : Press to lock all doors. / Lock and unlock feedback can be 2. Immediately press and hold personalized. See Vehicle for at least four seconds or until Personalization 0 152. the turn signal lamps flash. b : Press twice to open or close the Start the vehicle normally after liftgate. Press once to stop the liftgate entering. from moving. When the vehicle starts, the parking c : Press twice to open the liftglass. lamps will turn on. 7 : Press and release to initiate Remote start can be extended. vehicle locate. The turn signal lamps flash and the horn sound three times. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

IN BRIEF 9 Canceling a Remote Start To lock or unlock the doors from Keyless Access K To cancel a remote start, do one of outside the vehicle press Q or on The RKE transmitter must be within the following: the RKE transmitter or use the key in 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being the front doors. The key cylinder is opened. Pressing the button on the / 0 . Press and hold until the covered by a cap. See Door Locks 37. driver door handle will unlock the parking lamps turn off. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System driver door. If the handle button is 0 . Turn on the hazard warning Operation 29. pressed again within five seconds, the flashers. Power Door Locks passenger doors and liftgate will unlock. See “Keyless Access Operation” . Turn the vehicle on and then off. in Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System See Remote Vehicle Start 0 36. Operation 0 29. Door Locks Liftgate To lock or unlock the doors from inside the vehicle: . Press Q or K on a power door lock switch. . Push down the manual lock knob on the driver door to lock all doors. Push down the lock knob on a passenger door to lock that door only. Q : Press to lock the doors. . Pull the door handle once to K : Press to unlock the doors. unlock that door. Pull the handle See Door Locks 0 37. again to unlatch it. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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To open the liftgate, press K on the Press any liftgate button while the Using the window switch, press to liftgate is moving to stop it. Pressing open or pull to close the window. power door lock switch or press K on again reverses the direction. the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) The windows may be temporarily transmitter twice to unlock all doors. To close, press l on the bottom of disabled if they are used repeatedly Press the touch pad (1) on the the liftgate next to the latch. within a short time. underside of the liftgate handle and lift up. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) To disable the power liftgate function, Seat Adjustment System Operation 0 29. select OFF on the liftgate switch. See Liftgate 0 41. Uplevel Seat Adjustment Use the pull cup to lower and close the liftgate. Do not press the touch Windows If equipped, the ignition must be on pad while closing the liftgate. This will to use all uplevel seat features. cause the liftgate to be unlatched. Uplevel Seat Control To open the liftglass, press the button (2) above the license plate. Close the liftglass before opening the liftgate to avoid damaging it. Power Liftgate Operation If equipped with a power liftgate, the switch is on the overhead console. The vehicle must be in P (Park). Choose the power liftgate mode by selecting MAX or 3/4. Press 8 on the overhead console or on the RKE Power windows work when the ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, transmitter press b twice quickly. or when Retained Accessory Power 1. Feature Select (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory 2. Up 0 Power (RAP) 203. 3. Rearward Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

IN BRIEF 11 4. Down Base Seat Adjustment Lumbar and Bolster Support 5. Forward Uplevel Seat Adjustment . Move Feature Select (1) to display seat adjustments on the If equipped, the ignition must be on infotainment display. Press and to use all uplevel seat features. release or hold to scroll through To adjust lumbar support, if equipped: features. . Press Up (2) to make upward adjustments of the selected feature. . Press Rearward (3) to make rearward adjustments of the selected feature. . Press Down (4) to make downward To adjust the seat: adjustments of the selected . Move the seat forward or rearward feature. by sliding the control forward or . Press Forward (5) to make forward rearward. adjustments of the selected . Raise or lower the front part of the feature. . Press and release or hold Feature seat cushion by moving the front Select (1) to scroll to lumbar of the control up or down. support on the infotainment . Raise or lower the seat by moving display. the rear of the control up or down. . Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) See Power Seat Adjustment 0 60. to adjust lumbar forward or rearward. . Press Up (2) or Down (4) to adjust lumbar up or down. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

12 IN BRIEF See Lumbar Adjustment 0 61. Upper Shoulder Support Reclining Seatbacks To adjust bolster support, if equipped: To adjust upper shoulder support, if equipped:

Base Shown, Uplevel Similar

. Press and release or hold Feature To adjust the seatback: Select (1) to scroll to bolster . Press and release or hold Feature . Tilt the top of the control support on the infotainment Select (1) to scroll to upper rearward to recline. display. shoulder support on the . Tilt the top of the control forward . Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) infotainment display. to raise. to adjust bolster support inward or . Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) See Reclining Seatbacks 0 63. outward. to adjust shoulder support forward See Lumbar Adjustment 0 61. or rearward. See Lumbar Adjustment 0 61. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

IN BRIEF 13 Massage 4. To activate massage at last Memory positions are linked to RKE massage type and intensity transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic settings or to turn massage off, memory recalls. press the massage On/Off Before storing, adjust all available control (2). memory feature positions. Turn the See Massage 0 66. ignition on and then press and release SET; a beep will sound. Then Memory Features immediately press and hold 1, 2, or B (Exit) on the driver door until two beeps sound. To manually recall these positions, press and hold 1, 2, or B until the saved position is reached. Driver Seat Shown, Passenger Seat Similar When Auto Memory Recall is enabled in the personalization menu, positions If equipped, the ignition must be on previously stored to memory buttons to use the massage feature. 1 and 2 are recalled when the ignition To activate and adjust massage: is changed from off to on or ACC/ ACCESSORY. 1. Turn the selection control (1) to view massage options on the When Easy Exit Options is enabled in infotainment display. If equipped, memory seats allow two the personalization menu, the feature drivers to store and recall their unique automatically recalls the previously 2. Select massage feature. stored exit position when exiting the seat positions for driving the vehicle, 0 3. Press up or down to select and a shared exit position for getting vehicle. See Memory Seats 63. massage type. out of the vehicle. Other feature positions may also be set, such as power mirrors, power steering wheel, and adjustable pedals, if equipped. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

14 IN BRIEF Second Row Seats Heated and Cooled Front Head Restraint Adjustment The second row seatbacks can be Seats Do not drive until the head restraints folded for additional cargo space, for all occupants are installed and or the seats can be folded and adjusted properly. tumbled for easy entry/exit to the To achieve a comfortable seating third row seats. The seatbacks also position, change the seatback recline recline. angle as little as necessary while See Second Row Seats 0 69. keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position. Third Row Seats See Head Restraints 0 59 and Power 0 Third row seatbacks can be folded. See Seat Adjustment 60. Third Row Seats 0 73. Seat Belts

The buttons are near the climate controls on the center stack. To operate, the engine must be running. Press I or + to heat the driver or passenger seatback only. Press J or z to heat the driver or passenger seat cushion and seatback. Press C or { to cool the driver or passenger seat. See Heated and Cooled Front Seats 0 67. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

IN BRIEF 15 Refer to the following sections for Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror important information on how to use The mirror automatically dims to seat belts properly: reduce the glare of headlamps from . Seat Belts 0 75. behind. The dimming feature comes . How to Wear Seat Belts Properly on when the vehicle is started. 0 76. Canada and Mexico Rear Camera Mirror . 0 Lap-Shoulder Belt 77. The passenger sensing system will If equipped, this automatic dimming . Lower Anchors and Tethers for turn off the front outboard passenger rearview mirror provides a wide angle Children (LATCH System) 0 103. frontal airbag under certain camera view of the area behind the conditions. No other airbag is affected vehicle. Adjust the mirror with the tab by the passenger sensing system. See pushed forward so that the display is Passenger Sensing System 0 Passenger Sensing System 0 90 off. See Rear Camera Mirror 52. The passenger airbag status indicator Exterior Mirrors will light on the overhead console Power Mirrors when the vehicle is started. See Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 135. United States Mirror Adjustment Interior Mirror Adjustment Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear view of the area behind the vehicle. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

16 IN BRIEF To adjust the mirrors: 2. Press { again to return the Do not adjust the steering wheel while 1. Press (1) or (2) to select the mirrors to the driving position. driving. driver or passenger side mirror. Heated Mirrors Throttle and Brake Pedal 2. Press the arrows on the control pad to move each mirror in the Press K to heat the outside mirrors. Adjustment desired direction. See “Rear Window Defogger” under If equipped, the position of the 3. Press either (1) or (2) again to Dual Automatic Climate Control System throttle and brake pedals can be 0 deselect the mirror. 173. changed. See Power Mirrors 0 50. Steering Wheel Adjustment Power Folding Mirrors

Press the top of the switch to move the pedals closer to your body. Press To adjust the power tilt and the bottom of the switch to move the 1. Press { to fold the mirrors telescoping steering wheel: pedals away. inward. Press the control to move the steering See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal 0 wheel up and down or forward and 198. rearward. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

IN BRIEF 17 The vehicle may have a memory DOOR : The lamps come on function, which lets pedal settings be automatically when a door is opened. saved and recalled. See Memory Seats ON : Turns all dome lamps on. 0 63. Reading Lamps Interior Lighting Dome Lamps

Press m or n next to each reading lamp to turn it on or off. For more information about interior lighting, see Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 169. Exterior Lighting

There are reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, if equipped. To operate, the ignition There are dome lamps in the overhead must be on or in ACC/ACCESSORY or console and the headliner, if equipped. using Retained Accessory To change the dome lamp settings, Power (RAP). press the following: OFF : Turns the lamps off, even when a door is open. The exterior lamp control is on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

18 IN BRIEF P : Turns off the automatic Windshield Wiper/Washer To turn on Rainsense, press z headlamps and Daytime Running AUTO on the lever, then turn the z Lamps (DRL). Turning the headlamp FRONT band on the wiper lever to control to P again will turn the adjust the sensitivity. automatic headlamps and DRL . Turn the band up to a higher INT back on. setting for more sensitivity to For vehicles first sold in Canada, the moisture. off position only works when the . Turn the band down to the lower vehicle is shifted into the P (Park) The windshield wiper control is on the INT setting for less sensitivity to position. turn signal lever. moisture. AUTO : Automatically turns the The windshield wipers are controlled Move the band out of the 3 INT exterior lamps on and off, depending by turning the band with z FRONT position to deactivate Rainsense. on outside lighting. on it. OFF : Turns the windshield wipers off. ; : Turns on the parking lamps 1 : Fast wipes. including all lamps, except the 8 : For a single wipe, turn to 8, w : Slow wipes. headlamps. then release. For several wipes, hold 5 : Turns on the headlamps together the band on 8 longer. with the parking lamps and L : Push the paddle at the top of instrument panel lights. m the lever to spray washer fluid on the See: windshield. . Exterior Lamp Controls 0 164 See Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 121. . Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) 3 0 INT : Use this setting for Climate Controls 166 intermittent wipes or Rainsense™. For . Automatic Headlamp System 0 167 intermittent wipes, turn the z The climate control buttons and the FRONT band up for more frequent touch screen are used to adjust the wipes or down for less frequent wipes. heating, cooling, and ventilation. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

IN BRIEF 19 See Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 173 and Rear Climate Control System 0 178 (If Equipped). Transmission Range Selection Mode

Center Stack Climate Controls Climate Control Display 1. Driver and Passenger 1. Outside Temperature Display Temperature Controls The Range Selection Mode switch, 2. Driver and Passenger if equipped, is on the shift lever. 2. Fan Control Temperature Controls 1. To enable the Range Selection 3. OFF (Fan) 3. Fan Control feature, move the shift lever to 4. Driver and Passenger Heated and 4. SYNC (Synchronized the L (Manual Mode) position. Cooled Seats Temperature) The current range will appear 5. Recirculation 5. A/C Mode (Air Conditioning) next to the L. This is the highest attainable range with all lower 6. Rear Window Defogger 6. Climate Control Selection gears accessible. As an example, 7. Defrost (Application Tray Button) when 5 (Fifth) gear is selected, 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears 8. AUTO (Automatic Operation) 7. Rear (Rear Climate Control Touch Screen) are available. 8. Air Delivery Mode Control Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

20 IN BRIEF 2. Press the plus/minus buttons on Automatic Transfer Case Do not use AUTO mode to park on a the shift lever to select the steep grade with poor traction such as desired range of gears for current ice, snow, mud or gravel. In AUTO driving conditions. See Manual mode only the rear wheels will hold Mode 0 209. the vehicle from sliding when parked. While using Range Selection Mode, If parking on a steep grade, use 4 m to cruise control and the Tow/Haul Mode keep all four wheels engaged. can be used. 4 m (Four-Wheel Drive High) : Use Grade Braking is not available when this setting when extra traction is Range Selection Mode is active. See needed, such as on snowy or icy roads Tow/Haul Mode 0 210. or in most off-road situations. N (Neutral) : Shift to this setting only Four-Wheel Drive when towing the vehicle. See Trailer If equipped with four-wheel drive, the This transfer case knob is to the left Towing 0 255. engine's driving power can be sent to of the steering column. 4 n (Four-Wheel Drive Low) : Choose all four wheels for extra traction. The different drive options that may be available are the following: 4 n when driving in deep sand, mud, or snow, and while climbing or 2 m (Two-Wheel Drive High) : This descending steep hills. setting is used for driving in most See Four-Wheel Drive 0 211. street and highway situations. AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel Drive) : This setting is ideal for use when road surface traction conditions are variable. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

IN BRIEF 21 Vehicle Features Cruise Control SET− : Press the control down briefly to set the speed and activate cruise control. If the cruise control is already Infotainment System active, use to decrease vehicle speed. See the infotainment manual for * : Press to disengage cruise control information on the radio, audio without erasing the set speed from players, phone, navigation system, memory. Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE), and 0 voice or speech recognition. It also See Cruise Control 222 or Adaptive 0 includes information on settings. Cruise Control 225 (if equipped). Steering Wheel Controls Driver Information Center (DIC) The infotainment system can be operated by using the steering wheel The DIC display is in the instrument controls. See "Steering Wheel cluster. It shows the status of many Controls" in the infotainment manual. J : Press to turn the system on and vehicle systems. off. A white indicator appears in the instrument cluster when cruise is turned on. +RES : If there is a set speed in memory, press the control up briefly to resume that speed or press and hold to accelerate. If the cruise control is already active, use to increase vehicle speed. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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or : Move SEL up or down to See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) as the lane marking is crossed. The y z 0 go to the previous or next selection. System 240. system will not assist or alert if it S T detects that you are actively steering. or : Press to move between the Forward Automatic Override LKA by turning the steering interactive display zones in the Braking (FAB) wheel. LKA uses a camera to detect cluster. Press S to go back to the lane markings between 60 km/h (37 previous menu. If the vehicle has Forward Collision mph) and 180 km/h (112 mph). Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which SEL : Press to open a menu or select a See Lane Departure Warning (LDW) includes Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA). menu item. Press and hold to reset 0 246 and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) When the system detects a vehicle values on certain screens. 0 246. ahead in your path that is traveling in See Driver Information Center (DIC) the same direction that you may be 0 145. about to crash into, it can provide a Lane Change Alert (LCA) boost to braking or automatically If equipped, the LCA system is a Forward Collision Alert brake the vehicle. This can help avoid lane-changing aid that assists drivers (FCA) System or lessen the severity of crashes when with avoiding lane change crashes driving in a forward gear. that occur with moving vehicles in the If equipped, FCA may help avoid or side blind zone (or spot) areas or with reduce the harm caused by front-end See Forward Automatic Braking (FAB) 0 242. vehicles rapidly approaching these crashes. FCA provides a green areas from behind. The LCA warning indicator, V, when a vehicle is Lane Keep Assist (LKA) display will light up in the detected ahead. This indicator corresponding outside mirror and will displays amber if you follow a vehicle If equipped, LKA may help avoid flash if the turn signal is on. The Side too closely. When approaching a crashes due to unintentional lane Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) system is vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA departures. It may assist by gently included as part of the LCA system. turning the steering wheel if the provides a flashing red alert on the See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) 0 244 vehicle approaches a detected lane windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses and Lane Change Alert (LCA) 0 244. the driver seat. marking without using a turn signal in that direction. It may also provide a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

IN BRIEF 23 Surround Vision Rear Cross Traffic Alert The vehicle may also have a higher speed Backing Warning System and If equipped, views around the vehicle (RCTA) System the Reverse Automatic Braking appear in the infotainment display to If equipped, the RCTA system shows a system. aid with parking and low-speed triangle with an arrow on the See Driver Assistance Systems 0 233. maneuvers. infotainment display to warn of traffic See “Surround Vision” under behind your vehicle that may cross Automatic Parking Assistance Systems for Parking or your vehicle's path while in Backing 0 233. R (Reverse). In addition, beeps will Assist (APA) sound, or the driver seat will pulse. Front Vision Camera If equipped, the APA system helps to See Assistance Systems for Parking or search for and maneuver the vehicle If equipped, a view of the area in front Backing 0 233. into parallel or perpendicular parking of the vehicle appears on the spots using automatic steering, infotainment display to aid with Parking Assist displays, and beeps. When the vehicle parking and low-speed maneuvers. speed is below 30 km/h (18 mph), If equipped, Front and Rear Parking See “Front Vision Camera” under touch O to enable the system. Assistance Systems for Parking or Assist (FRPA) uses sensors on the “ ” Backing 0 233. front and rear bumpers to assist with See Automatic Parking Assist (APA) parking and avoiding objects during under Assistance Systems for Parking low speed parking maneuvers. or Backing 0 233. Rear Vision Camera (RVC) It operates at speeds less than 8 km/h If equipped, RVC shows a view of the (5 mph). FRPA may display a warning Reverse Automatic area behind the vehicle on the triangle on the Rear Vision Camera Braking (RAB) infotainment display when the vehicle screen and a graphic on the is shifted into R (Reverse) to aid with instrument cluster to provide the If the vehicle has Adaptive Cruise parking and low-speed backing object distance. In addition, multiple Control (ACC) it also has the RAB maneuvers. beeps or seat pulses may occur if very system, which is designed to help close to an object. avoid or reduce the harm caused by See Assistance Systems for Parking or 0 backing crashes when the vehicle is Backing 233. shifted into R (Reverse). If the system Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

24 IN BRIEF detects the vehicle is backing too fast Lift the cover to access and replace Sunroof to avoid a crash with a detected object when not in use. behind your vehicle in your path, it See Power Outlets 0 125. may automatically brake hard to a stop. Universal Remote System See Assistance Systems for Parking or Backing 0 233. Power Outlets Power Outlets 12 Volt Direct Current Accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as a cell phone, MP3 player, etc. 1. SLIDE Switch The vehicle has five accessory power 2. TILT Switch outlets: If equipped, the sunroof only operates . One near the cupholders on the when the ignition is on or in ACC/ center console If equipped with the Universal Remote ACCESSORY, or when Retained system, these buttons will be in the Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See . One inside the center console front overhead console. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 203. . One on the rear of the center This system provides a way to replace Slide Switch console up to three remote control . One in the third row seat on the transmitters used to activate devices Express-Open/Express-Close : To driver side such as garage door openers, security express-open the sunroof, fully press systems, and home automation and release I (1). Press the switch . One in the rear cargo area on the devices. again to stop the movement. To passenger side See Universal Remote System 0 160. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

IN BRIEF 25 express-close the sunroof, fully press Performance and StabiliTrak will automatically turn on and release K (1). Press the switch if the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h again to stop the movement. Maintenance (35 mph). Traction control will remain off. Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To Traction Control/Electronic See Traction Control/Electronic Stability open the sunroof, press and hold I Stability Control Control 0 218. (1). Release the switch to stop the movement. Press and hold K (1) to The vehicle has a Traction Control Tire Pressure Monitor close the sunroof. Release the switch System (TCS) that limits wheel spin to stop the movement. and the StabiliTrak system that assists This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure with directional control of the vehicle Monitor System (TPMS). Tilt Switch in difficult driving conditions. Both Vent : From the closed position, systems come on automatically when the vehicle is started and begins press J (2) to vent the sunroof. Press to move. K (2) to close the sunroof vent. . To turn off TCS, press and release When the sunroof is opened, an air g on the center stack. The deflector will automatically raise. The traction off light i displays in the air deflector will retract when the The low tire pressure warning light sunroof is closed. instrument cluster. The appropriate Driver Information alerts to a significant loss in pressure The sunroof also has a sunshade Center (DIC) message displays. of one of the vehicle's tires. If the which can be pulled forward to block warning light comes on, stop as soon sun rays. The sunshade must be . To turn off both TCS and as possible and inflate the tires to the opened and closed manually. StabiliTrak, press and hold g until recommended pressure shown on the i Tire and Loading Information label. If an object is in the path of the and g illuminate in the See Vehicle Load Limits 0 193. The sunroof while it is closing, the instrument cluster and the warning light will remain on until the automatic reversal feature will detect appropriate DIC message displays. tire pressure is corrected. the object and stop the sunroof. . Press and release g again to turn See Sunroof 0 56. on both systems. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

26 IN BRIEF The low tire pressure warning light Fuel No E85 or FlexFuel may come on in cool weather when Gasoline-ethanol fuel blends greater the vehicle is first started, and then than E15 (15% ethanol by volume), turn off as the vehicle is driven. This such as E85, cannot be used in this may be an early indicator that the tire vehicle. pressures are getting low and the tires need to be inflated to the proper pressure. Engine Oil Life System The TPMS does not replace normal Premium Recommended Fuel The engine oil life system calculates monthly tire maintenance. Maintain engine oil life based on vehicle use Use premium 93 octane unleaded the correct tire pressures. and displays the CHANGE ENGINE gasoline in your vehicle. Unleaded OIL SOON message when it is time to See Tire Pressure Monitor System gasoline with an octane rating as low change the engine oil and filter. The 0 307. as 87 may be used, but it will reduce oil life system should be reset to 100% Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped) performance and fuel economy. See only following an oil change. Fuel 0 248. This feature provides visual and Resetting the Oil Life System audible alerts outside the vehicle to E85 or FlexFuel 1. Using the DIC controls on the help when inflating an underinflated right side of the steering wheel, tire to the recommended cold tire display OIL LIFE on the DIC. See pressure. See “Tire Fill Alert (If Driver Information Center (DIC) Equipped)” under Tire Pressure Monitor 0 145. When remaining oil life is 0 Operation 308. low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message will appear on the display. 2. Press and hold SEL on the DIC controls for a few seconds to clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message and reset the oil life at 100%. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

IN BRIEF 27 Be careful not to reset the oil life . Brake gradually and avoid abrupt Roadside Service display accidentally at any time stops. U.S.: 1-800-224-1400 other than after the oil is . Avoid idling the engine for long changed. It cannot be reset periods of time. Canada: 1-800-882-1112 accurately until the next oil change. . When road and weather TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 conditions are appropriate, use New Cadillac owners are automatically The oil life system can also be reset as cruise control. follows: enrolled in the Roadside Service . Always follow posted speed limits Program. 1. Display OIL LIFE on the DIC. See or drive more slowly when See Roadside Service 0 366. Driver Information Center (DIC) conditions require. 0 145. . Keep vehicle tires properly 2. Fully press and release the inflated. accelerator pedal three times within five seconds. . Combine several trips into a single trip. If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message is not on, the . Replace the vehicle's tires with the system is reset. same TPC Spec number molded 0 into the tire's sidewall near See Engine Oil Life System 270. the size. Driving for Better Fuel . Follow recommended scheduled Economy maintenance. Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. . Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

28 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Keys, Doors, and Exterior Mirrors Keys and Locks Convex Mirrors ...... 49 Windows Power Mirrors ...... 50 Folding Mirrors ...... 50 Keys Heated Mirrors ...... 51 Keys and Locks Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 51 { Warning Keys ...... 28 Interior Mirrors Leaving children in a vehicle with a Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 51 System ...... 29 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Automatic Dimming Rearview transmitter is dangerous and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Mirror ...... 51 System Operation ...... 29 children or others could be Rear Camera Mirror ...... 52 seriously injured or killed. They Remote Vehicle Start ...... 36 Child-View Mirror ...... 53 Door Locks ...... 37 could operate the power windows Power Door Locks ...... 39 Windows or other controls or make the Delayed Locking ...... 39 Windows ...... 54 vehicle move. The windows will Automatic Door Locks ...... 39 Power Windows ...... 54 function with the RKE transmitter Lockout Protection ...... 40 Sun Visors ...... 56 in the vehicle, and children or Safety Locks ...... 40 others could be caught in the path Roof of a closing window. Do not leave Doors Sunroof ...... 56 Liftgate ...... 41 children in a vehicle with an RKE Power Assist Steps ...... 45 transmitter. Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...... 46 Vehicle Alarm System ...... 46 Immobilizer ...... 48 Immobilizer Operation ...... 48 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 29 If there is a decrease in the Remote Keyless Entry (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. The transmitter has a button on the . If the transmitter is still not side used to remove the key. Do not working correctly, see your dealer pull the key out without pressing the or a qualified technician for button. service. See your dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed. Remote Keyless Entry If locked out of the vehicle, see (RKE) System Operation 0 Roadside Service 366. The Keyless Access system allows for With an active OnStar service plan, an vehicle entry when the transmitter is OnStar Advisor may remotely unlock within 1 m (3 ft). See “Keyless Access the vehicle. See OnStar Overview 0 376. Operation” later in this section. The key is used for the driver door. The RKE transmitter functions may Remote Keyless Entry work up to 60 m (197 ft) away from (RKE) System the vehicle. See Radio Frequency Statement 0 372. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

30 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Other conditions can affect the If enabled, the turn signal lamps flash doors unlock. The interior lamps may performance of the transmitter. See once on the second press to indicate come on and stay on for 20 seconds or Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System locking has occurred. If enabled, the until the ignition is turned on. 0 29. horn chirps when Q is pressed again If enabled, the turn signal lamps flash within three seconds. See Vehicle twice to indicate unlocking has Personalization 0 152. occurred. If enabled, the exterior lamps may turn on. See Vehicle If the driver door is open when is Q Personalization 0 152. pressed, all door will lock and then the driver door will immediately Pressing K on the RKE transmitter unlock, if enabled. See Vehicle disarms the alarm system. See Vehicle Personalization 0 152. If the passenger Alarm System 0 46. door is open when Q is pressed, all If equipped with auto mirror folding, doors lock. pressing and holding K for If the passenger door is open when Q one second will unfold the mirrors, is pressed, all doors lock. if enabled. See Vehicle Personalization 0 152. / Pressing Q arms the alarm system. : If equipped, press and release Q, See Vehicle Alarm System 0 46. Press and hold K until the windows then immediately press and hold / fully open, if remote window If equipped with auto mirror folding, until the turn signals flash or for at operation is emabled. See Vehicle least four seconds. The engine may be pressing and holding Q for Personalization 0 152. one second will fold the mirrors, started from outside the vehicle using c : Press twice to open the liftglass. the RKE transmitter. See Remote if enabled. See Vehicle Personalization 0 Vehicle Start 0 36. 152. b : Press twice to open or close the liftgate. Press once to stop the liftgate K : Press once to unlock only the Q : Press to lock all doors. from moving. driver door. If K is pressed again within three seconds, all remaining Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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7 : Press and release to initiate If equipped with memory seats, RKE vehicle locator. The turn signal lamps transmitters 1 and 2 are linked to flash and the horn sounds three times. seating positions of memory 1 or 2. See Memory Seats 0 63. Press and hold 7 for more than three seconds to activate the panic Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the alarm. The turn signal lamps flash Driver Door and the horn sounds repeatedly for When the doors are locked and the 30 seconds. The alarm turns off when RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of the ignition is turned on or 7 is the door handle, pressing the lock/ pressed again. The ignition must be unlock button on the driver door off for the panic alarm to work. handle will unlock the driver door. If the lock/unlock button is pressed Driver Side Shown, Passenger Similar Keyless Access Operation again within five seconds, all Pressing the lock/unlock button will The Keyless Access system allows for passenger doors and the liftgate will unlock. cause all doors to lock if any of the the doors and liftgate to be accessed following occur: without pressing the RKE transmitter button. The RKE transmitter must be . It has been more than five seconds within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door since the first lock/unlock button being opened. If the vehicle has this press. feature, there will be a button on the . Two lock/unlock button presses outside door handles. were used to unlock all doors. Keyless Access can be programmed to . Any vehicle door has been opened unlock all doors on the first lock/ and all doors are now closed. unlock press from the driver door. See Vehicle Personalization 0 152. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

32 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Keyless Unlocking/Locking from the inside the vehicle. Do not leave the Remote No Longer in Vehicle Alert Passenger Doors RKE transmitter in an unattended If the vehicle is on, with a door open, When the doors are locked and the vehicle. and then all doors are closed, the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of To customize the doors to vehicle will check for RKE the door handle, pressing the lock/ automatically lock when exiting the transmitters inside. If an RKE unlock button on a passenger door vehicle, see “Remote Lock, Unlock, transmitter is not detected, the DIC handle will unlock all doors. Pressing Start” under Vehicle Personalization will display NO REMOTE DETECTED the lock/unlock button will cause all 0 152. and the horn will chirp three times. doors to lock if any of the following This occurs only once each time the Temporarily Disable of Passive occur: vehicle is driven. To turn on or off see Locking Feature 0 . The lock/unlock button was used Vehicle Personalization 152. Temporarily disable passive locking by to unlock all doors. Keyless Liftgate Opening pressing and holding K on the . Any vehicle door has been opened interior door switch with a door open Press the touch pad on the rear of the and all doors are now closed. for at least four seconds, or until three liftgate above the license plate to open Passive Locking chimes are heard. Passive locking will the liftgate when all doors are unlocked or when the transmitter is then remain disabled until on the Keyless Access will lock the vehicle Q within 1 m (3 ft). several seconds after all doors are interior door is pressed, or until the closed, if the vehicle is off and at least vehicle is turned on. Keyless Liftglass Opening one RKE transmitter has been Remote Left In Vehicle Alert Press the exterior liftglass button to removed from the interior, or none open the liftglass when all doors are remain in the interior. When the vehicle is turned off and an unlocked or when the transmitter is RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle, within 1 m (3 ft). If other electronic devices interfere the horn will chirp three times after with the RKE transmitter signal, the all doors are closed. To turn on or off Key Access vehicle may not detect the RKE see Vehicle Personalization 0 152. transmitter inside the vehicle. To access a vehicle with a dead If passive locking is enabled, the doors transmitter battery, see Door Locks 0 may lock with the RKE transmitter 37. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 33 Programming Transmitters to 3. Remove the key lock cylinder cap 5. Place the new transmitter in the the Vehicle on the driver door handle. See transmitter pocket/insert, in Door Locks 0 37. Insert the front of the center console Only RKE transmitters programmed to vehicle key into the key lock storage area. the vehicle will work. If a transmitter cylinder on the driver door is lost or stolen, a replacement can be 6. Press ENGINE START/STOP. handle; then turn the key When the transmitter is learned, purchased and programmed through counterclockwise, to the unlock your dealer. The vehicle can be the DIC display will show that it position five times within is ready to program the next reprogrammed so that lost or stolen 10 seconds. transmitters no longer work. Each transmitter. vehicle can have up to eight The Driver Information Center 7. Remove the transmitter from the transmitters matched to it. (DIC) displays READY FOR transmitter pocket/insert and REMOTE #2, 3, 4, ETC. Programming with Recognized press K or Q on the transmitter. Transmitters To program additional A new transmitter can be programmed transmitters, repeat Steps 4–7. to the vehicle when there are two When all additional transmitters recognized transmitters. are programmed, press and hold To program, the vehicle must be off ENGINE START/STOP for and all transmitters, both currently approximately 12 seconds to exit recognized and new, must be programming mode. with you. 8. Put the key back into the 1. Remove the key from the transmitter. recognized transmitter. Programming without Recognized 2. Place the two recognized Transmitters transmitters in the cupholder or 4. Open the center console storage If two currently recognized on the passenger seat. area and the storage tray. transmitters are not available, follow this procedure to program up to eight transmitters. This feature is not Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

34 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS available in Canada. This procedure 4. Repeat Step 3 two additional 6. Press ENGINE START/STOP. will take approximately 30 minutes to times. After the third time all When the transmitter is learned, complete. The vehicle must be off and previously known transmitters the DIC display will show that it all transmitters to be programmed will no longer work with the is ready to program the next must be with you. vehicle. Remaining transmitters transmitter. 1. Remove the vehicle key from the can be relearned during the next 7. Remove the transmitter from the transmitter. steps. transmitter pocket/insert and 2. Remove the key lock cylinder cap The DIC display should now press K or Q on the transmitter. show READY FOR REMOTE # 1. on the driver door handle. See To program additional 0 Door Locks 37. Insert the transmitters, repeat Steps 5–7. vehicle key into the key lock cylinder on the driver door When all additional transmitters handle; then turn the key are programmed, press and hold counterclockwise, to the unlock ENGINE START/STOP for position, five times within approximately 12 seconds to exit 10 seconds. programming mode. The Driver Information Center 8. Return the key back into the (DIC) displays REMOTE LEARN transmitter. PENDING, PLEASE WAIT. Starting the Vehicle with a Low 3. Wait for 10 minutes until the Transmitter Battery DIC displays PRESS ENGINE If the transmitter battery is weak or if START BUTTON TO LEARN, 5. Place the new transmitter in the there is interference with the signal, then press ENGINE transmitter pocket/insert, in the DIC may display NO REMOTE START/STOP. front of the center console DETECTED or NO REMOTE KEY WAS The DIC display will again show storage area. The storage area DETECTED PLACE KEY IN REMOTE LEARN PENDING, will need to be opened to access TRANSMITTER POCKET THEN PLEASE WAIT. the transmitter pocket/insert. START YOUR VEHICLE when starting the vehicle. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 35 To start the vehicle: Battery Replacement 1. Open the center console storage area and the storage tray. 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 message displays in the DIC. 2. Separate the two halves of the transmitter using a flat tool inserted into the bottom center of the transmitter. Do not use 2. Place the transmitter in the the key slot. transmitter pocket/insert. 3. With the vehicle in P (Park) or N (Neutral) press the brake pedal and ENGINE START/STOP. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.

1. Press the button on the side of the transmitter near the bottom and pull the key out. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

36 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS The rear defog and heated and cooled Other conditions can affect the seats, if equipped, may also come on. performance of the transmitter. See Heated and Cooled Front Seats 0 67 See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System and Vehicle Personalization 0 152. 0 29 or Vehicle Personalization 0 152. Laws in some communities may Starting the Engine Using Remote restrict the use of remote starters. Start Check local regulations for any requirements on remote starting of 1. Press and release Q. vehicles. 2. Immediately press and hold / Do not use remote start if the vehicle until the turn signal lamps flash is low on fuel. or for at least four seconds. 3. Remove the old battery. Do not The vehicle cannot be remote When the vehicle starts, the use a metal object. started if: parking lamps will turn on. The . The transmitter is in the vehicle. doors will be locked and the 4. Insert the new battery on the climate control system may back housing, positive side facing . The hood is not closed. come on. down. Replace with a CR2032 or . There is an emission control equivalent battery. The engine will continue to run system malfunction and the for 10 minutes. Repeat 5. Align the front and back housing malfunction indicator lamp is on. Steps 1 and 2 for one 10-minute then snap the transmitter The engine will turn off during a time extension. together. remote vehicle start if: Turn the ignition on to operate the Remote Vehicle Start . The coolant temperature gets vehicle. too high. The climate control system will come on when the vehicle is started . The oil pressure gets low. remotely depending on the outside The RKE transmitter range may be temperature. less while the vehicle is running. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 37 Extending Engine Run Time Door Locks Warning (Continued) The engine run time can be extended by 10 minutes, for a total of { Warning . Outsiders can easily enter 20 minutes, if during the first through an unlocked door 10 minutes Steps 1 and 2 are repeated Unlocked doors can be dangerous. when you slow down or stop while the engine is still running. An . Passengers, especially the vehicle. Locking the doors extension can be requested children, can easily open the can help prevent this from 30 seconds after starting. doors and fall out of a moving happening. A maximum of two remote starts, or a vehicle. The doors can be single start with an extension, is unlocked and opened while To lock or unlock the doors from allowed between ignition cycles. the vehicle is moving. The inside the vehicle: chance of being thrown out of The vehicle's ignition must be turned . Press Q or K on a power door on and then back off to use remote the vehicle in a crash is lock switch. start again. increased if the doors are not locked. So, all passengers . Push down the manual lock knob Canceling a Remote Start should wear seat belts on the driver door to lock all To cancel a remote start, do one of properly and the doors should doors. Push down the lock knob the following: be locked whenever the on a passenger door to lock that vehicle is driven. / door only. . Press and hold until the . Young children who get into parking lamps turn off. . Pull the door handle once to unlocked vehicles may be unlock that door. Pull the handle . Turn on the hazard warning unable to get out. A child can again to unlatch it. flashers. be overcome by extreme heat and can suffer permanent To lock or unlock the doors from . Turn the ignition on and then off. injuries or even death from outside the vehicle: heat stroke. Always lock the . Press Q or K on the RKE vehicle whenever leaving it. transmitter (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

38 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS . Use the key in the front doors. The Driver Door Key Lock Cylinder key cylinder is covered by a cap. Access (Slotted Cap Access) (In See “Driver Door Key Lock Case of Dead Battery) Cylinder Access” later in this section. Keyless Access

To access the driver door key lock cylinder: 1. Pull the door handle (1) to the The RKE transmitter must be within open position and hold it open 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate or door being until cap installation is complete. opened. Press the button on the door handle to open. See “Keyless Access 2. Insert the key (4) into the Operation” in Remote Keyless Entry slot (3) on the bottom of the (RKE) System Operation 0 29. cap (2) and lift the key upward. 3. Remove the cap (2). 4. Use the key (4) in the cylinder. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 39 To replace the slotted cap: Power Door Locks Delayed locking can only be turned on 1. Position the bottom edge of the when the Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Press or K on the Remote Keyless cap under the lower edge of the Q feature has been turned off. Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote metal piece (6). The tabs (7) When Q is pressed on the power door attach to metal piece (6) at the Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29. lock switch while a door or the liftgate positions (5). is open, a chime will sound three 2. Rotate the cap upward to install times indicating delayed locking is into place. active. 3. Check that the cap is secure. The doors will lock automatically five seconds after all doors are closed. 4. Release the door handle. If a door is reopened before that time, Free-Turning Locks the five-second timer will reset when all doors are closed again. The door key lock cylinder turns freely when either the wrong key is used, Press Q on the door lock switch again or the correct key is not fully inserted. or press Q on the RKE transmitter to The free turning door lock feature lock doors immediately. prevents the lock from being forced open. To reset the lock, turn it to the This feature can also be programmed. vertical position with the correct key See Vehicle Personalization 0 152. fully inserted. Remove the key and Q : Press to lock the doors. insert it again. If this does not reset K : Press to unlock the doors. Automatic Door Locks the lock, turn the key halfway around in the cylinder and repeat the reset Delayed Locking The doors will lock automatically procedure. when all doors are closed, the ignition This feature delays the locking of the is on, and the vehicle is shifted out of doors until five seconds after all doors P (Park). are closed. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

40 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS If a vehicle door is unlocked and then has not reduced, the driver door will opened and closed, the doors will lock unlock and the horn will chirp three either when your foot is removed from times. the brake or the vehicle speed Lockout Protection can be manually becomes faster than 13 km/h (8 mph). overridden with the driver door open To unlock the doors: by pressing and holding Q on the . Press K on the power door lock power door lock switch. switch. Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout . Shift the transmission into If Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout is P (Park). turned on and the vehicle is off, the Automatic door locking cannot be driver door is open, and locking is disabled. Automatic door unlocking requested, all the doors will lock and Press { to activate the safety locks on can be programmed. See Vehicle the driver door will remain open. the rear doors. The indicator light Personalization 0 152. Press the button again to lock the comes on when activated. driver door. The Unlocked Door { Lockout Protection Anti-Lockout feature can be turned on Press again to deactivate the safety or off. SeeVehicle Personalization 0 152. locks. If the ignition is on or in ACC/ ACCESSORY and the power door lock Safety Locks switch is pressed with the driver door open, all the doors will lock and only The rear door safety locks prevent the driver door will unlock. passengers from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. If the vehicle is off and locking is requested while a door is open, when all doors are closed the vehicle will check for RKE transmitters inside. If an RKE transmitter is detected and the number of RKE transmitters inside Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 41 Power Liftgate Operation Doors Warning (Continued) Liftgate set the fan speed to the { Warning highest setting. See “Climate Control Systems” in the Index. You or others could be injured if { Warning caught in the path of the power . If the vehicle is equipped with liftgate. Make sure there is no one Exhaust gases can enter the vehicle a power liftgate, disable the in the way of the liftgate as it is if it is driven with the liftgate or power liftgate function. opening and closing. trunk/hatch open, or with any See Engine Exhaust 0 205. objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/ hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust Caution contains carbon monoxide (CO) Caution which cannot be seen or smelled. Driving with an open and It can cause unconsciousness and To avoid damage to the liftgate or unsecured liftgate may result in even death. liftgate glass, make sure the area damage to the power liftgate above and behind the liftgate is components. If the vehicle must be driven with clear before opening it. the liftgate or trunk/hatch open: . Close all of the windows. . Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel. . Adjust the climate control system to a setting that brings in only outside air and (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

42 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS . Press b twice quickly on the RKE Press any liftgate button, the touch transmitter until the liftgate pad, or b on the RKE transmitter moves. while the liftgate is moving to stop it. Pressing any liftgate button or . Press 8 on the overhead pressing b twice quickly on the RKE console. The driver door must be unlocked. transmitter restarts the operation in the reverse direction. Pressing the . Press the touch pad on the touch pad on the liftgate handle will underside of the liftgate handle restart the motion, but only in the after unlocking all doors. A locked opening direction. vehicle can be opened if the RKE transmitter is within 1 m (3 ft) of Caution The switch is on the overhead console. the touch pad. The vehicle must be in P (Park). Manually forcing the liftgate to The modes are: open or close during a power cycle can damage the vehicle. Allow the MAX : Opens to maximum height. power cycle to complete. 3/4 : Opens to a reduced height that can be set from 3/4 to fully open. Use The power liftgate may be temporarily to prevent the liftgate from opening disabled in extremely low into overhead objects such as a garage temperatures, or after repeated power door or roof-mounted cargo. The cycling over a short period of time. liftgate can be opened all the way If this occurs, the liftgate can still be manually. operated manually. Select OFF on the OFF : Opens manually only. liftgate switch. To open or close the liftgate, select . Press l on the bottom edge of If the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) MAX or 3/4 mode and then: the liftgate next to the latch to while the power function is in close. progress, the liftgate will continue to Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 43 completion. If the vehicle is Obstacle Detection Features Setting the 3/4 Mode accelerated before the liftgate has If the liftgate encounters an obstacle To change the position the liftgate completed moving, the liftgate may during a power open or close cycle, stops at when opening: stop or reverse direction. Check for the liftgate will automatically reverse Driver Information Center (DIC) 1. Select MAX or 3/4 mode and direction and move a short distance messages and make sure the liftgate is open the liftgate. away from the obstacle. After closed and latched before driving. removing the obstruction, the power 2. Stop the liftgate movement at Falling Liftgate Detection liftgate operation can be used again. the desired height by pressing If the liftgate encounters multiple any liftgate button. Manually If the power liftgate automatically obstacles on the same power cycle, adjust the liftgate position if closes after a power opening cycle, it the power function will deactivate. needed. indicates that the system is reacting After removing the obstructions, to excess weight on the liftgate or a 3. Press and hold l on the manually close the liftgate. This will possible support strut failure. Remove allow normal power operation bottom edge of the liftgate next any excess weight. If the liftgate functions to resume. to the latch on the outside of the continues to automatically close after liftgate until the turn signals opening, see your dealer for service If the vehicle is locked while the flash and a beep sounds. This before using the power liftgate. liftgate is closing, and an obstacle indicates the setting has been prevents the liftgate from completely Interfering with the power liftgate recorded. closing, the horn will sound as an motion or manually closing the alert that the liftgate did not close. The liftgate cannot be set below a liftgate too quickly after power minimum programmable height. opening may resemble a support strut Pinch sensors are on the side edges of If there is no light flash or sound, failure. This could also activate the the liftgate. If an object is caught then the height adjustment may be falling liftgate detection feature. Allow between the liftgate and the vehicle too low. the liftgate to complete its operation and presses against a sensor, the and wait a few seconds before liftgate will reverse direction and stop Manual Operation manually closing the liftgate. at a partially open position. The Select OFF to manually operate the liftgate will remain open until it is liftgate. activated again or closed manually. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

44 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS all doors. Press the touch pad (1) on Hands-Free Operation Caution the underside of the liftgate handle The liftgate may be operated with a and lift up. Attempting to move the liftgate too kicking motion under the rear bumper. Press the button (2) above the license quickly and with excessive force The liftgate will not operate if the RKE may result in damage to the plate to open the liftglass, or press c transmitter is not within 1 m (3 ft). vehicle. twice quickly on the RKE transmitter. Do not leave the liftglass open when The hands-free feature will not work raising the liftgate. while the liftgate is moving. To stop Operate the liftgate manually with a the liftgate while in motion use one of smooth motion and moderate speed. There will be a delay in the release of the liftgate switches. The system includes a feature which the liftglass if there is an attempt to limits the manual closing speed to open it while the rear wiper is in protect the components. motion. Use the pull cup to lower and close the liftgate. Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate. This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched. The RKE transmitter must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the liftgate to automatically unlock it. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29. The liftgate has an electric latch. If the battery is disconnected or has low voltage, the liftgate will not open. K The liftgate will resume operation To open the liftgate, press on the when the battery is reconnected and power door lock switch or press K on charged. the RKE transmitter twice to unlock Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 45 To operate, move your foot in a by another method or start the forward kicking motion under the vehicle. The feature will be center of the rear bumper, then pull re-enabled. it back. When closing the liftgate using this feature, there will be a short delay. Caution The rear lights will flash and a chime will sound. Step away from the liftgate Splashing water may cause the before it starts moving. liftgate to open. Keep the RKE transmitter away from the rear Power Assist Steps bumper detection area or turn the liftgate mode to OFF when cleaning { Length of Kick Zone or working near the rear bumper to Warning avoid accidental opening. Never place hands or other body parts between the deployed power . Do not sweep your foot side assist steps and the vehicle. You or to side. others could be seriously injured. . Do not keep your foot under the bumper; the liftgate will not activate. { Warning . Do not touch the liftgate until it has stopped moving. Never step on a moving assist step. You or others could be seriously . This feature may be temporarily injured. disabled under some conditions. If the liftgate does not respond to the kick, open or close the liftgate Disable the assist steps before jacking or placing any object under the vehicle. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

46 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Too much ice buildup may prevent ON : Power assist steps will deploy Vehicle Security deployment of the power assist steps. when a door is opened. When a door Check the step position before exiting is closed the assist steps will This vehicle has theft-deterrent the vehicle. If this happens, disable automatically retract after features; however, they do not make the power assist steps, clear the ice, three seconds. the vehicle impossible to steal. then enable the assist steps and Extended : Keeps the steps deployed confirm normal function prior to use. when the vehicle is in P (Park) or Vehicle Alarm System Keep hands, children, pets, objects, N (Neutral). This setting may be used and clothing clear of the power assist when cleaning the steps. steps when in motion. The steps will reverse direction if they encounter an obstruction when opening or closing. Remove the obstruction, then open and close the door on the same side to complete the motion of the assist steps. If the obstruction is not cleared, the assist steps remain extended while driving. To change the settings:

1. Touch F. The indicator light, on the instrument 2. Touch Running Boards icon. panel near the windshield, indicates the status of the system. The options are: Off : Alarm system is disarmed. OFF : Disables the power assist steps, so they will not deploy. On Solid : Vehicle is secured during the delay to arm the system. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 47 Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. If the driver door is opened without To avoid setting off the alarm by A door, the liftgate or the hood first unlocking with the RKE accident: is open. transmitter, the horn will chirp and . Lock the vehicle after all Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed. the lights will flash to indicate occupants have exited. pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, Arming the Alarm System or the door is not unlocked by . Always unlock a door with the K RKE transmitter, or use the 1. Turn off the vehicle. pressing on the RKE transmitter during the 10-second pre-alarm, the Keyless Access system. 2. Lock the vehicle in one of alarm will be activated. Unlocking the driver door with the three ways: key will not disarm the system or The alarm will also be activated if a turn off the alarm. . Use the RKE transmitter. passenger door, the liftgate, or the . Use the Keyless Access hood is opened without first How to Detect a Tamper system. disarming the system. When the Condition alarm is activated, the turn signals . With a door open, press Q flash and the horn sounds for about If K is pressed on the RKE on the interior of the door. 30 seconds. The alarm system will transmitter and the horn chirps three 3. After 30 seconds, the alarm then re-arm to monitor for the next times, an alarm occurred previously system will arm and the unauthorized event. while the alarm system was armed. indicator light will begin to Disarming the Alarm System If the alarm has been activated, a slowly flash. Pressing Q on the message will appear on the DIC. RKE transmitter a second time To disarm the alarm system or turn will bypass the 30-second delay off the alarm if it has been activated: Power Sounder, Inclination Sensor and Intrusion Sensor and immediately arm the alarm . Press K on the RKE transmitter. system. In addition to the standard . Unlock the vehicle using the theft-deterrent system features, this The vehicle alarm system will not arm Keyless Access system. if the doors are locked with the key. system may also have a power . Start the vehicle. sounder, inclination sensor and intrusion sensor. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

48 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS The power sounder provides an . Close DVD screens before leaving Immobilizer audible alarm which is distinct from the vehicle. 0 the vehicle’s horn. It has its own See Radio Frequency Statement 372. power source, and can sound an alarm Inclination and Intrusion if the vehicle’s battery is Sensors Disable Switch Immobilizer Operation compromised. This vehicle has a passive The inclination sensor can set off the theft-deterrent system. alarm if it senses movement of the The system does not have to be vehicle, such as a change in vehicle manually armed or disarmed. orientation. The vehicle is automatically The intrusion sensor monitors the immobilized when the vehicle is vehicle interior, and can activate the turned off. alarm if it senses unauthorized entry into the vehicle’s interior. Do not The immobilization system is allow passengers or pets to remain in disarmed when the ignition is on and the vehicle when the intrusion sensor a valid transmitter is found in the is activated. vehicle. Before arming the theft-deterrent It is recommended that the intrusion system and activating the intrusion and inclination sensors be deactivated sensor: if pets are left in the vehicle or the . Make sure all doors and windows vehicle is being transported. are completely closed. With the vehicle turned off, press o . Secure any loose items such as in the front overhead console. The sunshades. indicator light will come on The security light in the instrument cluster comes on if there is a problem . Make sure there are no momentarily, indicating that these with arming or disarming the obstructions blocking the sensors sensors have been disabled for the theft-deterrent system. in the front overhead console. next alarm system arming cycle. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 49 The system has one or more If the engine does not start with the Exterior Mirrors transmitters matched to an other transmitter or when the immobilizer control unit in the transmitter is in the pocket/insert, the vehicle. Only a correctly matched vehicle needs service. See your dealer Convex Mirrors transmitter will start the vehicle. who can service the theft-deterrent If the transmitter is ever damaged, system and have a new transmitter { Warning you may not be able to start the programmed to the vehicle. vehicle. A convex mirror can make things, Do not leave the transmitter or device like other vehicles, look farther If the engine does not start and the that disarms or deactivates the away than they really are. If you cut security light stays on, there is a theft-deterrent system in the vehicle. too sharply into the right lane, you problem with the system. Turn the vehicle off and try again. could hit a vehicle on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance If the RKE transmitter appears to be over your shoulder before changing undamaged, try another transmitter or lanes. place the transmitter in the transmitter pocket/insert next to the center console storage area between The passenger side mirror is convex the driver and front passenger seats. shaped. A convex mirror's surface is See “Starting the Vehicle with a Low curved so more can be seen from the Transmitter Battery” under Remote driver seat. Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 29. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

50 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Power Mirrors Exterior Automatic Dimming Folding Mirrors Mirror Power Folding If equipped, the driver outside mirror automatically adjusts for the glare of headlamps behind. This feature comes on when the vehicle is started. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror 0 51. Turn Signal Indicator The vehicle may have a turn signal indicator on the mirrors that flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. To adjust the mirrors: 1. Press (1) or (2) to select the 1. Press { to fold the mirrors driver or passenger side mirror. inward. The indicator light comes on. 2. Press again to return the 2. Press the arrows on the control { pad to move the mirror up, mirrors to the driving position. down, right, or left. Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors 3. Adjust the outside mirror so that Reset the power folding mirrors if: the side of the vehicle and the . The mirrors are accidentally area behind are seen. obstructed while folding. 4. Press either (1) or (2) again to . They are accidentally manually deselect the mirror. The indicator folded/unfolded. light goes off. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 51 . The mirrors will not stay in the Heated Mirrors Interior Mirrors unfolded position. K : Press to heat the outside mirrors. . The mirrors vibrate at normal Interior Rearview Mirrors driving speeds. See “Rear Window Defogger” under Dual Automatic Climate Control System Adjust the rearview mirror for a clear Fold and unfold the mirrors one time 0 173. view of the area behind your vehicle. using the mirror controls to reset them to their normal position. Reverse Tilt Mirrors If equipped with OnStar, there may be A popping noise may be heard during three buttons at the bottom of the the resetting of the power folding If equipped with memory seats, the mirror. See your dealer for more mirrors. This sound is normal after a passenger and/or driver mirror tilts to information on the system and how to manual folding operation. a preselected position when the subscribe to OnStar. See OnStar 0 vehicle is in R (Reverse). This allows Overview 376. Auto Mirror Folding the curb to be seen when parallel To avoid accidental OnStar calls, clean If equipped, with the ignition off, parking. the mirror with the ignition off. Do press and hold Q on the RKE The mirror(s) return to the original not spray glass cleaner directly on the transmitter for approximately position when: mirror. Use a soft towel dampened one second to automatically fold the with water. K . The vehicle is shifted out of exterior mirrors. Press and hold on R (Reverse), or remains in Automatic Dimming the RKE transmitter for approximately R (Reverse) for about 30 seconds. one second to unfold. See Remote Rearview Mirror . The ignition is turned off. Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation The rearview mirror automatically 0 . The vehicle is driven in 29. dims to reduce the glare of the R (Reverse) above a set speed. This feature is turned on or off headlamps from behind. This feature through vehicle personalization. See To turn this feature on or off, see comes on when the vehicle is started. Vehicle Personalization 0 152. Vehicle Personalization 0 152. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

52 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Rear Camera Mirror If equipped, this automatic dimming mirror provides a wide angle camera view of the area behind the vehicle.

To adjust the brightness, press the { Warning button (1) on the back of the rearview mirror without covering the light The Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) has sensor (2). a limited view. Portions of the road, vehicles, and other objects may not Pull the tab rearward to turn on the be seen. Do not drive or park the display. Push the tab forward to turn vehicle using only this camera. it off. When off, the mirror is Objects may appear closer than automatic dimming. Adjust the mirror they are. Check the outside mirrors for a clear view of the area behind the or glance over your shoulder when vehicle while the display is off. making lane changes or merging. Each button press cycles the Failure to use proper care may brightness between five settings. result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 53 . There is glare from the sun or If equipped, the child-view mirror is headlamps. This may obstruct on the overhead console. Press the objects from view. fixed button on the cover to release. . Dirt, snow, or other debris blocks Push the mirror back up when not the camera lens. Clean the lens in use. with a soft damp cloth. . The back of the vehicle has been damaged and the position and mounting angle of the camera has changed. Child-View Mirror The camera that provides the Rear Camera Mirror (RCM) image is above the license plate, next to the Rear Vision Camera (RVC). To clean the rear camera, see Rear Window Wiper/Washer 0 123. Troubleshooting If the tab is in the rearward position and a blue screen and d are displayed in the mirror and the display shuts off, see your dealer for service. The RCM may not work properly or display a clear image if: Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

54 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Windows pulsing sound when either rear window is down and the front windows are up. To reduce the sound, { Warning open either a front window or the sunroof, if equipped. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, Power Windows especially with the windows closed in warm or hot weather. They can be overcome by the extreme heat { Warning and suffer permanent injuries or Children could be seriously injured even death from heat stroke. or killed if caught in the path of a closing window. Never leave the Power windows work when the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) ignition is on, in ACC/ACCESSORY, transmitter in a vehicle with or when Retained Accessory Power children. When there are children in (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory the rear seat, use the window Power (RAP) 0 203. lockout switch to prevent operation Using the window switch, press to 0 of the windows. See Keys 28. open or pull to close the window. The windows may be temporarily disabled if they are used repeatedly within a short time. Window Lockout This feature stops the rear passenger The vehicle aerodynamics are window switches from working. designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 55 Window Automatic Reversal Programming the Power System Windows The express-close feature will reverse Programming may be necessary if the window movement if it comes in vehicle battery has been disconnected contact with an object. Extreme cold or discharged. If the window is unable or ice could cause the window to to express-up, program each auto-reverse. The window will operate express-close window: normally after the object or condition 1. Close all doors. is removed. 2. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ Automatic Reversal System ACCESSORY. Override 3. Partially open the window to be . Press Z to engage the rear programmed. Then close it and window lockout feature. The { Warning continue to pull the switch indicator light is on when engaged. briefly after the window has fully If automatic reversal system closed. . Press Z again to disengage. override is active, the window will 4. Open the window and continue Window Express Movement not reverse automatically. You or others could be injured and the to press the switch briefly after All windows can be opened without window could be damaged. Before the window has fully opened. holding the window switch. Press the using automatic reversal system switch down fully and quickly release override, make sure that all people to express open the window. and obstructions are clear of the If equipped, pull the window switch window path. up fully and quickly release to express close the window. When the engine is on, override the Briefly press or pull the window automatic reversal system by pulling switch in the same direction to stop and holding the window switch if that window’s express movement. conditions prevent it from closing. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

56 KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS Sun Visors Roof again to stop the movement. To express-close the sunroof, fully press Sunroof and release K (1). Press the switch again to stop the movement. Open/Close (Manual Mode) : To open the sunroof, press and hold I (1). Release the switch to stop the movement. Press and hold K (1) to close the sunroof. Release the switch to stop the movement. Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Tilt Switch Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window Vent : From the closed position, press and, if equipped, extend along the rod. J (2) to vent the sunroof. Press K (2) to close the sunroof vent. When the sunroof is opened, an air 1. SLIDE Switch deflector will automatically raise. The 2. TILT Switch air deflector will retract when the If equipped, the sunroof only operates sunroof is closed. when the ignition is on or in ACC/ The sunroof also has a sunshade ACCESSORY, or when Retained which can be pulled forward to block Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See sun rays. The sunshade must be Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 203. opened and closed manually when the Slide Switch sunroof is in the vent or fully closed position. Express-Open/Express-Close : To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release I (1). Press the switch Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

KEYS, DOORS, AND WINDOWS 57 Automatic Reversal System Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. The sunroof has an automatic reversal Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing system that is only active when the area using a clean cloth, mild soap, sunroof is operated in and water. Do not remove grease from express-close mode. the sunroof. If an object is in the path while If water is seen dripping into the express closing, the reversal system water drainage system, this is normal. will detect an object, stop, and open the sunroof again. If frost or other conditions prevent closing, override the feature by closing the sunroof in manual mode. To stop movement, release the switch.

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. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

58 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Replacing Seat Belt System Parts Securing Child Restraints (With Seats and Restraints after a Crash ...... 83 the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) ...... 111 Airbag System Head Restraints Securing Child Restraints (With Airbag System ...... 84 the Seat Belt in the Head Restraints ...... 59 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 86 Front Seat) ...... 113 Front Seats When Should an Airbag Inflate? ...... 87 Power Seat Adjustment ...... 60 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . 88 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 61 How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . 88 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 63 What Will You See after an Airbag Memory Seats ...... 63 Inflates? ...... 89 Massage ...... 66 Passenger Sensing System ...... 90 Heated and Cooled Front Seats . . . 67 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Rear Seats Vehicle ...... 94 Rear Seats ...... 68 Adding Equipment to the Heated Rear Seats ...... 68 Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...... 94 Second Row Seats ...... 69 Airbag System Check ...... 95 Third Row Seats ...... 73 Replacing Airbag System Parts after a Crash ...... 95 Seat Belts Seat Belts ...... 75 Child Restraints How to Wear Seat Belts Older Children ...... 96 Properly ...... 76 Infants and Young Children ...... 98 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 77 Child Restraint Systems ...... 100 Seat Belt Use During Where to Put the Restraint ...... 102 Pregnancy ...... 82 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Seat Belt Extender ...... 82 Children (LATCH System) ...... 103 Safety System Check ...... 83 Replacing LATCH System Parts Seat Belt Care ...... 83 After a Crash ...... 110 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 59 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 occupants will suffer a neck/spinal Adjust the head restraint so that the The height of the head restraint can injury in a crash. Do not drive until top of the restraint is at the same be adjusted. Pull the head restraint up the head restraints for all occupants height as the top of the occupant's to raise it. Try to move the head are installed and adjusted properly. head. This position reduces the restraint to make sure that it is locked chance of a neck injury in a crash. in place. To lower the head restraint, press the button, located on the top of the seatback, and push the head restraint down. Try to move the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not removable. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

60 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Second Row Seats To lower the head restraint, press the Front Seats button located on the top of the The vehicle's second row seats have seatback and push the head head restraints in the outboard restraint down. Power Seat Adjustment seating positions that cannot be adjusted. Return the lowered head restraint to Uplevel Seat Adjustment the upright position until it locks into The second row seat outboard head place. Push and pull on the head restraints are not removable. { Warning restraint to make sure it is locked. Third Row Seats If you are installing a child restraint You can lose control of the vehicle in the third row seat, see “Securing a if you try to adjust a driver seat Child Restraint Designed for the while the vehicle is moving. Adjust LATCH System” under Lower Anchors the driver seat only when the and Tethers for Children (LATCH vehicle is not moving. System) 0 103. If equipped, the ignition must be on to use all uplevel seat features.

The third row seat head restraint can be lowered to allow for better visibility when the rear seat is unoccupied. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 61 Uplevel Seat Control . Press Rearward (3) to make . Raise or lower the front part of the rearward adjustments of the seat cushion by moving the front selected feature. of the control up or down. . Press Down (4) to make downward . Raise or lower the seat by moving adjustments of the selected the rear of the control up or down. feature. . Press Forward (5) to make forward Lumbar Adjustment adjustments of the selected Lumbar and Bolster Support feature. Base Seat Adjustment

1. Feature Select 2. Up 3. Rearward 4. Down 5. Forward . Move Feature Select (1) to display seat adjustments on the Base Seat Adjustment infotainment display. Press and release or hold to scroll through To adjust lumbar support: features. To adjust the seat: . Press and hold the control forward . Press Up (2) to make upward to increase or rearward to decrease . Move the seat forward or rearward adjustments of the selected upper and lower lumbar support by sliding the control forward or feature. at the same time. rearward. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

62 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS . Press and hold the control up to . Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) Upper Shoulder Support increase upper lumbar support to adjust lumbar forward or To adjust upper shoulder support, and decrease lower lumbar rearward. if equipped: support. . Press Up (2) or Down (4) to adjust Press and hold the control down lumbar up or down. to increase lower lumbar support To adjust bolster support, if equipped: and decrease upper lumbar support.

. Press and release or hold Feature Select (1) to scroll to upper shoulder support on the Uplevel Seat Adjustment infotainment display. Uplevel Seat Adjustment . Press and release or hold Feature . Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) Select (1) to scroll to bolster To adjust lumbar support, if equipped: to adjust shoulder support forward support on the infotainment or rearward. . Press and release or hold Feature display. Select (1) to scroll to lumbar . Press Forward (5) or Rearward (3) support on the infotainment to adjust bolster support inward or display. outward. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 63 Reclining Seatbacks { Warning

Sitting in a reclined position when the vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the seat belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt could go up over your Do not have a seatback reclined if the Base Shown, Uplevel Similar abdomen. The belt forces would be vehicle is moving. there, not at your pelvic bones. This To recline the seatback: could cause serious internal Memory Seats . Tilt the top of the control injuries. rearward to recline. For proper protection when the . Tilt the top of the control forward vehicle is in motion, have the to raise. seatback upright. Then sit well back in the seat and wear the seat belt properly. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

64 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS If equipped, memory seats allow two number may display for the first few . See Vehicle Personalization 0 152 drivers to store and recall their unique ignition cycles following a transmitter for additional setting information. seat positions for driving the vehicle, change. For Auto Memory Recall to Identifying Driver Number and a shared exit position for getting work properly, save the positions to out of the vehicle. Other feature the memory button (1 or 2) matching To identify the driver number: positions may also be set, such as the RKE transmitter number displayed 1. Start the vehicle with the other power mirrors, power steering wheel, in the DIC welcome message. Carry key or RKE transmitter. The DIC and adjustable pedals, if equipped. the linked RKE transmitter when should display the driver Memory positions are linked to RKE entering the vehicle. number; 1 or 2. Turn the ignition transmitter 1 or 2 for automatic Vehicle Personalization Settings off and remove the key or RKE memory recalls. transmitter from the vehicle. . Before storing, adjust all available To have the Auto Memory Recall movement begin when the vehicle 2. Start the vehicle with the initial memory feature positions. Turn the key or RKE transmitter. The DIC ignition on and then press and release is started, select the Settings menu, then Vehicle, then Comfort should display the other driver SET; a beep will sound. Then number not shown in step 1. immediately press and hold 1, 2, and Convenience, and then Auto B Memory Recall. Select On or Off. Saving Memory Positions or (Exit) on the driver door until See “Auto Memory Recall” later in two beeps sound. To manually recall this section. Read these instructions completely these positions, press and hold 1, 2, before saving memory positions. . To begin Easy Exit Recall or B until the saved position is movement when the ignition is To save preferred driving positions reached. turned off and the driver door is 1 and 2: The vehicle identifies the current opened, or when the ignition is 1. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ driver’s RKE transmitter number turned off with the driver door ACCESSORY. (1–8). See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) already opened, select the Settings System Operation 0 29. Only RKE menu, then Vehicle, then Comfort A DIC welcome message may be transmitters 1 and 2 can be used for and Convenience, and then Easy displayed indicating number 1 or automatic memory recalls. A Driver Exit Options. Select On or Off. See 2 for memory recalls. Information Center (DIC) welcome “Easy Exit Recall” later in this message indicating the transmitter section. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 65 2. Adjust all available memory Manually Recalling Memory To turn Auto Memory Recall on or off, features to the desired driving Positions see "Vehicle Personalization Settings" position. B previously in this section and Vehicle Press and hold 1, 2, or to recall Personalization 0 152. 3. Press and release SET; a beep the previously stored memory will sound. positions. The transmission must be in P (Park) to initiate Auto Memory Recall. Auto 4. Immediately press and hold the To stop manual recall movement, 1 or 2 memory button matching Memory Recall will complete if the release 1, 2, or B. Recall can also be vehicle is shifted out of P (Park) prior the above DIC welcome message stopped by pressing a power seat, SET, until two beeps sound. to reaching the stored memory power mirror control, power steering position. If too much time passes between wheel control, or adjustable pedal releasing SET and pressing 1, the control, if memory equipped. The To stop Auto Memory Recall memory position will not be driver or passenger side mirror must movement, turn the ignition off or saved and two beeps will not be selected. press any of the following memory controls: sound. Repeat Steps 3 and 4. Auto Memory Recall . Power seat 1 or 2 corresponds to the driver The vehicle identifies the number of “ number. See Identifying Driver the current driver’s RKE transmitter . Memory SET, 1, 2, or B Number” in this section. (1–8). See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) . Power mirror, with the driver or 0 5. Repeat Steps 1–4 for a second System Operation 29. If the RKE passenger side mirror selected driver using 1 or 2. transmitter is 1 or 2, and Auto Memory Recall is programmed on in . Power steering wheel, if equipped To save positions for B and easy exit vehicle personalization, the positions . Adjustable pedals, if equipped features, repeat Steps 1–4 using B. saved to the same memory button This stores the positions for getting number 1 or 2 are automatically If the stored memory seat position out of the vehicle. recalled when the ignition is turned does not automatically recall or recalls ’ on, or turned from off to ACC/ to the wrong positions, the driver s Save preferred memory feature ACCESSORY. RKE transmitters 3–8 RKE transmitter number (1 or 2) may positions to both 1 and 2 if you are will not provide automatic memory not match the memory button the only driver. recalls. number that positions were saved to. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

66 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Try storing the position to the other . Power mirror, with the driver or Massage memory button or try the other RKE passenger side mirror selected transmitter. . Power steering wheel, if equipped Easy Exit Recall . Adjustable pedals, if equipped Easy Exit Recall is not linked to an Obstructions RKE transmitter. The position stored to B is used for all drivers. To turn If something has blocked the driver seat and/or power steering wheel Easy Exit Recall on or off, see "Vehicle Personalization Settings" previously in while recalling a memory position, the this section and Vehicle Personalization recall may stop. Remove the obstruction and try the recall again. 0 152. If the memory position still does not If turned on, the positions saved to recall, see your dealer for service. B are automatically recalled when Driver Seat Shown, Passenger Seat one of the following occurs: Similar . The vehicle is turned off and the If equipped, the ignition must be on driver door is opened within a to use the massage feature. short time. To activate and adjust massage: . The vehicle is turned off with the driver door open. 1. Turn the selection control (1) to view massage options on the To stop Easy Exit Recall movement, infotainment display. press any of the following memory controls: 2. Select massage feature. . Power seat 3. Press up or down to select the massage type. . Memory SET, 1, 2, or B 4. Press forward or rearward to change the intensity. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 67 5. To activate massage at last Press the button once for the highest massage type and intensity setting. With each press of the button, settings or to turn massage off, the seat will change to the next lower press the massage On/Off setting, and then to the off setting. control (2). The indicator lights next to the buttons indicate three for the highest Heated and Cooled Front setting and one for the lowest. If the Seats heated seats are on high for an extended time, their level may automatically be lowered. { Warning The passenger seat may take longer to If temperature change or pain to heat up. the skin cannot be felt, the seat To operate, the engine must be Remote Start Auto Heated and heater may cause burns. To reduce running. Cooled Seats the risk of burns, use care when Press I or + to heat the driver or using the seat heater, especially for During a remote start, the heated or passenger seatback only. cooled seats will turn on if enabled in long periods of time. Do not place vehicle personalization. When it is anything on the seat that insulates J z Press or to heat the driver or cold outside, the heated seats turn on; against heat, such as a blanket, passenger seat cushion and seatback. when it is hot outside, the cooled cushion, cover, or similar item. This C { seats turn on. The seats will continue may cause the seat heater to Press or to cool the driver or passenger seat. to operate depending on the vehicle's overheat. An overheated seat heater internal temperature. If auto heated or may cause a burn or may damage When this feature is off, the heated cooled seats are not equipped or the seat. and cooled seat symbols on the enabled, seat operation is canceled buttons are white. When a heated seat when the ignition is turned on. Press is turned on, the symbol turns red. the heated or cooled seat button to When a cooled seat is turned on, the symbol turns blue. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

68 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS use the heated or cooled seats after Rear Seats The feature is active only once each the vehicle is started. time the vehicle is turned on and off, See Remote Vehicle Start 0 36 and Rear Seat Reminder and will require reactivation by Vehicle Personalization 0 152. opening and closing the second row If equipped, the message REAR SEAT The heated or cooled seat indicator doors. There may be an alert even REMINDER LOOK IN REAR SEAT when there is nothing in the rear seat; lights do not turn on during a remote displays under certain conditions start. for example, if a child entered the indicating there may be an item or vehicle through the rear door and left The temperature performance of an passenger in the rear seat. Check the vehicle without the vehicle being unoccupied seat may be reduced. This before exiting the vehicle. shut off. is normal. This feature will activate when a The feature can be turned on or off. Auto Heated and Cooled Seats second row door is opened while the See Vehicle Personalization 0 152. vehicle is on or up to 10 minutes When the ignition is on, the auto before the vehicle is turned on. There heated or cooled seats will will be an alert when the vehicle is Heated Rear Seats automatically activate at the level turned off. The alert does not directly determined by the vehicle's interior detect objects in the rear seat; instead, { Warning temperature, if enabled in vehicle under certain conditions, it detects personalization. See Vehicle when a rear door is opened and If temperature change or pain to Personalization 0 152. The indicator closed, indicating that there may be the skin cannot be felt, the seat lights next to the buttons indicate the something in the rear seat. heater may cause burns. See the level of operation. Use the heated or Warning under Heated and Cooled cooled seat buttons to turn off auto Front Seats 0 67. heated or cooled seats. If the passenger seat is unoccupied, this feature will not activate that seat. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 69 If the heated seats are on high for an 2. Move the seatback to the desired extended time, their level may position, and then release the automatically be lowered. lever to lock the seatback in place. Second Row Seats 3. Push and pull on the seatback to The second row seats can be folded make sure it is locked. for additional cargo space or folded To return the seatback to the upright and tumbled for easy entry and exit to position: the third row seat. Reclining Seatbacks { Warning To recline the seatback: If either seatback is not locked, it The buttons are on the rear of the could move forward in a sudden center console. stop or crash. That could cause With the ignition on, press M or L to injury to the person sitting there. heat the left or right outboard seat Always push and pull on the cushion. An indicator on the rear seatbacks to be sure they are climate control display appears when locked. this feature is on. Press the button once for the highest 1. Lift the lever fully while applying setting. With each press of the button, pressure to the seatback, and the the seat will change to the next lower seatback will return to the setting, and then to the off setting. upright position. If the lever is The indicator lights next to the lifted without applying pressure, buttons indicate three for the highest the seat will release to a folded setting and one for the lowest. 1. Lift the lever on the outboard position. side of the seat. 2. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

70 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat To fold and tumble the seat: { Warning 1. Make sure that there is nothing Do not leave the second row seat in under, in front of, or on the seat. a tumbled position while the vehicle is in motion. A tumbled seat is not locked. It can move when the vehicle is in motion. People in the vehicle could be injured in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position before driving the vehicle. The seatback will fold forward to Push and pull on the seat to make create a flat load floor. sure it is locked into place. If the seatback cannot fold flat, try moving the front seat forward and/or put the front seatback in the upright position. Caution 2. Lift the lever on the outboard side of the seat to release the Folding a rear seat with the seat seatback. belts still fastened may cause damage to the seat or the seat belts. Always unbuckle the seat belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 71 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.

3. Lift the lever again to release the 3. Pull the strap again to release rear of the seat from the floor. the rear of the seat from the The seat will tumble forward. floor. The seat will tumble forward. Folding and Tumbling the Seat from the Third Row Seat Automatic Fold and Tumble 2. Pull the strap on the bottom rear Feature { Warning of the second row seat to release the seatback. The seatback will { Warning Using the third row seating position fold forward. while the second row is folded, Do not leave the second row seat in or folded and tumbled, could cause a tumbled position while the injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be vehicle is in motion. A tumbled seat sure to return the seat to the is not locked. It can move when the passenger seating position. Push vehicle is in motion. People in the and pull on the seat to make sure it vehicle could be injured in a sudden is locked into place. (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

72 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS

Warning (Continued) Caution

stop or crash. Be sure to return the Folding a rear seat with the seat seat to the passenger seating belts still fastened may cause position before driving the vehicle. damage to the seat or the seat Push and pull on the seat to make belts. Always unbuckle the seat sure it is locked into place. belts and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. { Warning The transmission must be in P (Park) Automatically folding and tumbling for this feature to work. Driver Side Rear Panel Switch the seat when someone is sitting in Folding and Tumbling the Seat 2. Press the automatic seat release the seat, could cause injury to the switch on the panel behind the person sitting there. Always make To fold and tumble the seat: rear doors. The seatback sure there is no one sitting in the 1. Make sure that there is nothing automatically folds flat. seat before pressing the automatic under, in front of, or on the seat. 3. Press the switch again to release seat release switch. the rear of the seat from the floor. The seat will tumble forward. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 73 Folding and Tumbling the Second The left switch folds the left 1. Pull the seat down until it Row Seat from the Cargo Area seatback, and the right switch latches to the floor. The seatback folds the right seatback. cannot be raised if the seat is not 3. Press the switch again to release latched to the floor. the rear of the seat from the 2. Lift the seatback and push it floor. The seat will tumble rearward. Push and pull on the forward. seatback to make sure it is The switches (2) can be used to fold locked. the third row seatbacks from the 3. For the 60/40 split-bench seat, cargo area. See Third Row Seats 0 73. make sure the seat belt in the center seating position is not Returning the Seat to the Sitting caught between the two seats Position and is not twisted. { Warning Third Row Seats 1. Second Row Power Seat Fold and Tumble Switches If either seatback is not locked, it Folding the Seatback 2. Third Row Power Seat Fold could move forward in a sudden and Raise Switches stop or crash. That could cause Caution To fold and tumble the seat from the injury to the person sitting there. cargo area: Always push and pull on the Folding a rear seat with the seat seatbacks to be sure they are belts still fastened may cause 1. Make sure that there is nothing locked. damage to the seat or the seat under, in front of, or on the seat. belts. Always unbuckle the seat belts and return them to their 2. Press the switch (1) on the side To return the seat to the sitting trim of the cargo area to fold the position from the tumbled position: normal stowed position before second row seatback. folding a rear seat. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

74 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS The transmission must be in P (Park) 3. Fully lower the head restraints. for this feature to work. See Head Restraints 0 59. Put the The third row seatbacks can be folded second row seatback in the to increase cargo space. upright position. See Second Row Seats 0 69.

5. Stow the mini-latch in the holder in the headliner. 6. Press and hold the switch (2) on the side trim of the cargo area to fold the third row seatback. 1. Second Row Power Seat Fold 4. Disconnect the rear seat belt The left switch folds the left and Tumble Switches mini-latch, using a key in the seatback, and the right switch 2. Third Row Power Seat Fold slot on the mini-buckle, and let folds the right seatback. and Raise Switches the belt retract into the 7. Repeat the steps for the other To fold the seatback: headliner. seatback, if desired. 1. Open the liftgate to access the The switches (1) can be used to fold or controls for the third row seat. fold and tumble the second row seats 2. Make sure that there is nothing from the cargo area. See Second Row 0 under, in front of, or on the seat. Seats 69. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 75 Returning the Third Row The left switch raises the left Seat Belts Seatback to the Upright Position seatback, and the right switch raises the right seatback. This section describes how to use seat belts properly, and some things not { Warning to do. A seat belt that is improperly { Warning routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the Do not let anyone ride where a seat protection needed in a crash. The belt cannot be worn properly. In a person wearing the belt could be crash, if you or your passenger(s) seriously injured. After raising the are not wearing seat belts, injuries rear seatback, always check to be can be much worse than if you are sure that the seat belts are properly wearing seat belts. You can be routed and attached, and are not seriously injured or killed by hitting things inside the vehicle harder or 1. Second Row Power Seat Fold twisted. by being ejected from the vehicle. and Tumble Switches In addition, anyone who is not 2. Third Row Power Seat Fold 3. Reconnect the center seat belt buckled up can strike other and Raise Switches mini-latch to the mini-buckle. Do passengers in the vehicle. To return the third row seatback to not let it twist. the upright position: 4. Pull on the seat belt to be sure It is extremely dangerous to ride in the mini-latch is secure. a cargo area, inside or outside of a 1. Open the liftgate to access the vehicle. In a collision, passengers controls for the seat. 5. Repeat the steps for the other riding in these areas are more likely 2. Press and hold the switch (2) on seatback, if desired. to be seriously injured or killed. Do the side trim of the cargo area to (Continued) raise the third row seatback. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

76 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS When riding in a vehicle, you travel as Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why Warning (Continued) fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle should I have to wear seat belts? stops suddenly, you keep going until not allow passengers to ride in any A: Airbags are supplemental systems something stops you. It could be the only. They work with seat belts — area of the vehicle that is not windshield, the instrument panel, equipped with seats and seat belts. not instead of them. Whether or or the seat belts! not an airbag is provided, all Always wear a seat belt, and check When you wear a seat belt, you and occupants still have to buckle up that all passenger(s) are restrained the vehicle slow down together. There to get the most protection. properly too. is more time to stop because you stop Also, in nearly all states and in all over a longer distance and, when worn Canadian provinces, the law This vehicle has indicators as a properly, your strongest bones take requires wearing seat belts. reminder to buckle the seat belts. See the forces from the seat belts. That is Seat Belt Reminders 0 134. why wearing seat belts makes such How to Wear Seat Belts good sense. Why Seat Belts Work Properly Questions and Answers About Seat Belts This section is only for people of adult size. Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle There are special things to know after a crash if I am wearing a about seat belts and children, and seat belt? there are different rules for smaller A: You could be — whether you are children and infants. If a child will be wearing a seat belt or not. Your riding in the vehicle, see Older Children chance of being conscious during 0 96 or Infants and Young Children and after a crash, so you can 0 98. Follow those rules for everyone's unbuckle and get out, is much protection. greater if you are belted. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 77 It is very important for all occupants this applies force to the strong Lap-Shoulder Belt to buckle up. Statistics show that pelvic bones and you would be unbelted people are hurt more often less likely to slide under the lap All seating positions in the vehicle in crashes than those who are wearing belt. If you slid under it, the belt have a lap-shoulder belt. seat belts. would apply force on your If you are using a rear seating position There are important things to know abdomen. This could cause serious with a detachable seat belt, and the about wearing a seat belt properly. or even fatal injuries. seat belt is not attached, see Third 0 . Wear the shoulder belt over the Row Seats 73 for instructions on shoulder and across the chest. reconnecting the seat belt to the These parts of the body are best mini-buckle. able to take belt restraining forces. The following instructions explain The shoulder belt locks if there is how to wear a lap-shoulder belt a sudden stop or crash. properly. 1. Adjust the seat, if the seat is { Warning adjustable, so you can sit up straight. To see how, see “Seats” You can be seriously injured, in the Index. or even killed, by not wearing your seat belt properly. . Never allow the lap or . Sit up straight and always keep shoulder belt to become loose your feet on the floor in front or twisted. of you. . Never wear the shoulder belt . Always use the correct buckle for under both arms or behind your seating position. your back. . Wear the lap part of the belt low . Never route the lap or and snug on the hips, just shoulder belt over an armrest. touching the thighs. In a crash, Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

78 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 90.

2. Pick up the latch plate and pull 3. Push the latch plate into the the belt across you. Do not let it buckle until it clicks. If the latch get twisted. plate will not go fully into the The lap-shoulder belt may lock if buckle, check if the correct you pull the belt across you very buckle is being used. quickly. If this happens, let the Pull up on the latch plate to belt go back slightly to unlock it. make sure it is secure. If the belt Then pull the belt across you For front seating positions, if the is not long enough, see Seat Belt more slowly. webbing locks in the latch plate Extender 0 82. before it reaches the buckle, tilt If the shoulder portion of a the latch plate flat to unlock. Position the release button on passenger belt is pulled out all the buckle so that the seat belt the way, the child restraint could be quickly unbuckled if locking feature may be engaged. necessary. If this happens, let the belt go 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt back all the way and start again. height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 79 “Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster” Before a door is closed, be sure the in this section for instructions on seat belt is out of the way. If a door is use and important safety slammed against a seat belt, damage information. can occur to both the seat belt and the vehicle. Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster The vehicle has a shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions. Adjust the height so the shoulder portion of the belt is on the shoulder To unlatch the belt, push the button and not falling off of it. The belt on the buckle. The belt should return should be close to, but not contacting, to its stowed position. the neck. Improper shoulder belt height adjustment could reduce the For third row seats, slide the latch effectiveness of the seat belt in a plate up the safety webbing when the crash. See How to Wear Seat Belts 5. To make the lap part tight, pull seat belt is not in use. The latch plate Properly 0 76. up on the shoulder belt. should rest on the stitching on the For third row seats, it may be seat belt. necessary to pull stitching on the Always stow the seat belt slowly. If the seat belt through the latch plate seat belt webbing returns quickly to to fully tighten the lap belt on the stowed position, the retractor may smaller occupants. lock and cannot be pulled out. If this happens, pull the seat belt straight out firmly to unlock the webbing, and then release it. If the webbing is still locked in the retractor, see your dealer. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

80 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS The system activates during crash if the threshold conditions for emergency braking and/or sudden pretensioner activation are met. Seat driving maneuvers and releases when belt pretensioners can also help driving conditions return to normal. tighten the seat belts in a side crash The system will not activate if the or a rollover event. Traction Control/Electronic Stability Pretensioners work only once. If the Control system is not functioning pretensioners activate in a crash, the properly. See Traction Control/ pretensioners and probably other Electronic Stability Control 0 218. parts of the vehicle's seat belt system If there is a problem with the will need to be replaced. See Replacing Automatic Seat Belt Tightening Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash System, a message displays on the 0 83. Push down on the release button to Driver Information Center (DIC). If a Do not sit on the outboard seat belt move the height adjuster to the system unavailable message displays while entering or exiting the vehicle or desired position. repeatedly or a service message at any time while sitting in the seat. displays, see your dealer. Other seat Move the adjuster up by pushing up Sitting on the seat belt can damage belt functions are not affected by the the webbing and hardware. on the shoulder belt guide. Automatic Seat Belt Tightening After the adjuster is set to the desired System. Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides position, try to move it down without Seat Belt Pretensioners pushing the release button to make { Warning sure it has locked into position. This vehicle has seat belt pretensioners for front outboard A seat belt that is not properly Automatic Seat Belt Tightening occupants. Although the seat belt System worn may not provide the pretensioners cannot be seen, they are protection needed in a crash. The The vehicle may have the Automatic part of the seat belt assembly. They person wearing the belt could be Seat Belt Tightening System. can help tighten the seat belts during seriously injured. The shoulder belt the early stages of a moderate to severe frontal, near frontal, or rear (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 81 2. Place the guide over the belt, and Warning (Continued) insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces.

Rear seat belt comfort guides may provide added seat belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the 1. Remove the guide from its comfort guide positions the shoulder storage clip on the interior trim belt away from the neck and head. next to the outboard seatback. Second Row Outboard Seating Positions 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The The vehicle has comfort guides for the elastic cord must be behind the second row outboard seating belt with the plastic guide on the positions. The comfort guides are front. stored on a clip on the interior trim next to the outboard seatback. To install: Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

82 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Third Row Seating Positions A pregnant woman should wear a Comfort guides are available through lap-shoulder belt, and the lap portion your dealer for third row seating should be worn as low as possible, positions. Instructions are included below the rounding, throughout the with the guides. pregnancy. The best way to protect the fetus is to Seat Belt Use During protect the mother. When a seat belt Pregnancy is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. Seat belts work for everyone, For pregnant women, as for anyone, including pregnant women. Like all the key to making seat belts effective occupants, they are more likely to be is wearing them properly. 4. Buckle, position, and release the seriously injured if they do not wear seat belt as described previously seat belts. Seat Belt Extender in this section. Make sure the If the vehicle's seat belt will fasten shoulder portion of the belt is on around you, you should use it. the shoulder and not falling off of it. The belt should be close to, But if a seat belt is not long enough, but not contacting, the neck. your dealer will order you an extender. When you go in to order it, take the To remove and store the comfort heaviest coat you will wear, so the guide, squeeze the belt edges together extender will be long enough for you. so that the seat belt can be removed To help avoid personal injury, do not from the guide. Slide the guide onto let someone else use it, and use it its storage clip. only for the seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child restraints. For more information on Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 83 the proper use and fit of seat belt Seat Belt Care Replacing Seat Belt extenders see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. Keep belts clean and dry. System Parts after a Crash Safety System Check { Warning { Warning Periodically check the seat belt Do not bleach or dye seat belt A crash can damage the seat belt reminder, seat belts, buckles, latch webbing. It may severely weaken system in the vehicle. A damaged plates, retractors, shoulder belt height the webbing. In a crash, they might seat belt system may not properly adjusters (if equipped), and seat belt not be able to provide adequate protect the person using it, anchorages to make sure they are all protection. Clean and rinse seat belt resulting in serious injury or even in working order. Look for any other webbing only with mild soap and death in a crash. To help make sure loose or damaged seat belt system lukewarm water. Allow the webbing the seat belt systems are working parts that might keep a seat belt to dry. properly after a crash, have them system from performing properly. See inspected and any necessary your dealer to have it repaired. Torn replacements made as soon as or frayed seat belts may not protect Seat belts should be properly cared for possible. you in a crash. They can rip apart and maintained. under impact forces. If a belt is torn Seat belt hardware should be kept dry or frayed, have it replaced and free of dust or debris. As After a minor crash, replacement of immediately. necessary exterior hard surfaces and seat belts may not be necessary. But Make sure the seat belt reminder light seat belt webbing may be lightly the seat belt assemblies that were is working. See Seat Belt Reminders cleaned with mild soap and water. used during any crash may have been 0 134. Ensure there is not excessive dust or stressed or damaged. See your dealer debris in the mechanism. If dust or to have the seat belt assemblies Keep seat belts clean and dry. See Seat inspected or replaced. Belt Care 0 83. debris exists in the system please see the dealer. Parts may need to be New parts and repairs may be replaced to ensure proper necessary even if the seat belt system functionality of the system. was not being used at the time of the crash. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

84 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Have the seat belt pretensioners Airbag System For frontal airbags, the word AIRBAG checked if the vehicle has been in a is on the center of the steering wheel crash, or if the airbag readiness light The vehicle has the following airbags: for the driver and on the instrument stays on after you start the vehicle or . A frontal airbag for the driver panel for the front outboard while you are driving. See Airbag passenger. Readiness Light 0 135. . A frontal airbag for the front outboard passenger For the front center airbag, the word AIRBAG is on the inboard side of the . A front center airbag for the driver driver seatback. and front outboard passenger For seat-mounted side impact airbags, . A seat-mounted side impact airbag the word AIRBAG is on the side of the for the driver seat closest to the door. . A seat-mounted side impact airbag For roof-rail airbags, the word AIRBAG for the front outboard passenger is on the ceiling or trim. . A roof-rail airbag for the driver Airbags are designed to supplement and for the second and third row the protection provided by seat belts. passengers seated directly behind Even though today's airbags are also the driver designed to help reduce the risk of . A roof-rail airbag for the front injury from the force of an inflating outboard passenger and the bag, all airbags must inflate very second and third row passengers quickly to do their job. seated directly behind the front Here are the most important things to outboard passenger know about the airbag system: All vehicle airbags have the word AIRBAG on the trim or on a label near the deployment opening. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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You can be severely injured or Because airbags inflate with great Occupants should not lean on or killed in a crash if you are not force and faster than the blink of an sleep against the door or side wearing your seat belt, even with eye, anyone who is up against, windows in seating positions with airbags. Airbags are designed to or very close to any airbag when it seat-mounted side impact airbags work with seat belts, not replace inflates can be seriously injured or and/or roof-rail airbags. them. Also, airbags are not designed killed. Do not sit unnecessarily to inflate in every crash. In some close to any airbag, as you would be crashes seat belts are the only if sitting on the edge of the seat or restraint. See When Should an leaning forward. Seat belts help { Warning 0 Airbag Inflate? 87. keep you in position before and Children who are up against, Wearing your seat belt during a during a crash. Always wear a seat or very close to, any airbag when it crash helps reduce your chance of belt, even with airbags. The driver inflates can be seriously injured or hitting things inside the vehicle or should sit as far back as possible killed. Always secure children being ejected from it. Airbags are while still maintaining control of properly in the vehicle. To read “supplemental restraints” to the the vehicle. The seat belts and the how, see Older Children 0 96 or seat belts. Everyone in the vehicle front outboard passenger airbags Infants and Young Children 0 98. should wear a seat belt properly, are most effective when you are whether or not there is an airbag sitting well back and upright in the for that person. seat with both feet on the floor. Occupants should not lean on or sleep against the front center armrest or console in vehicles with a front center airbag. (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

86 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS There is an airbag readiness light on The front center airbag is in the the instrument cluster, which shows inboard side of the driver seatback. the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 135. Where Are the Airbags?

The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the passenger side instrument panel. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar The driver and front outboard passenger seat-mounted side impact airbags are in the side of the seatbacks closest to the door.

The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 87 thresholds are used to predict how Warning (Continued) severe a crash is likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help airbag must be kept clear. Do not restrain the occupants. The vehicle put anything between an occupant has electronic sensors that help the and an airbag, and do not attach or airbag system determine the severity put anything on the steering wheel of the impact. Deployment thresholds hub or on or near any other airbag can vary with specific vehicle design. covering. Frontal airbags are designed to inflate Do not use seat or console in moderate to severe frontal or near accessories that block the inflation frontal crashes to help reduce the path of a seat-mounted side impact potential for severe injuries, mainly to Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side airbag or the front center airbag. the driver's or front outboard Similar passenger's head and chest. Never secure anything to the roof of The roof-rail airbags for the driver, a vehicle with roof-rail airbags by Whether the frontal airbags will or front outboard passenger, and second routing a rope or tie-down through should inflate is not based primarily and third row outboard passengers are any door or window opening. If you on how fast the vehicle is traveling. in the ceiling above the side windows. do, the path of an inflating roof-rail It depends on what is hit, the airbag will be blocked. direction of the impact, and how { Warning quickly the vehicle slows down. Frontal airbags may inflate at If something is between an When Should an Airbag different crash speeds depending on occupant and an airbag, the airbag Inflate? whether the vehicle hits an object might not inflate properly or it straight on or at an angle, and This vehicle is equipped with airbags. might force the object into that whether the object is fixed or moving, See Airbag System 0 84. Airbags are person causing severe injury or rigid or deformable, narrow or wide. even death. The path of an inflating designed to inflate if the impact exceeds the specific airbag system's (Continued) deployment threshold. Deployment Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

88 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Frontal airbags are not intended to location of the impact. Seat-mounted What Makes an Airbag inflate during vehicle rollovers, rear side impact airbags are not designed impacts, or many side impacts. to inflate in frontal impacts, near Inflate? In addition, the vehicle has advanced frontal impacts, rollovers, or rear In a deployment event, the sensing technology frontal airbags. Advanced impacts. A seat-mounted side impact system sends an electrical signal technology frontal airbags adjust the airbag is designed to inflate on the triggering a release of gas from the restraint according to crash severity. side of the vehicle that is struck. inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the Roof-rail airbags are designed to airbag causing the bag to break out of The vehicle also has a seat position the cover. The inflator, the airbag, and sensor that enables the sensing inflate in moderate to severe side crashes depending on the location of related hardware are all part of the system to monitor the position of the airbag module. driver seat. The seat position sensor the impact. In addition, these roof-rail airbags are designed to inflate during For airbag locations, see Where Are the provides information that is used to 0 adjust the deployment of the driver a rollover or in a severe frontal Airbags? 86. frontal airbag. impact. Roof-rail airbags are not designed to inflate in rear impacts. How Does an Airbag The front center airbag is designed to Both roof-rail airbags will inflate when Restrain? inflate in moderate to severe side either side of the vehicle is struck, crashes depending upon the location if the sensing system predicts that the In moderate to severe frontal or near of the impact, when either side of the vehicle is about to roll over on its frontal collisions, even belted vehicle is struck. In addition, the front side, or in a severe frontal impact. occupants can contact the steering center airbag is designed to inflate In any particular crash, no one can wheel or the instrument panel. In when the sensing system predicts that moderate to severe side collisions, the vehicle is about to roll over on its say whether an airbag should have inflated simply because of the vehicle even belted occupants can contact the side. The front center airbag is not inside of the vehicle. designed to inflate in frontal impacts, damage or the repair costs. near frontal impacts, or rear impacts. Airbags supplement the protection provided by seat belts by distributing Seat-mounted side impact airbags are the force of the impact more evenly designed to inflate in moderate to over the occupant's body. severe side crashes depending on the Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 89 Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are they inflate. Some components of the designed to help contain the head and airbag module may be hot for several Warning (Continued) chest of occupants in the outboard minutes. For location of the airbags, seating positions in the first, second, see Where Are the Airbags? 0 86. fresh air by opening a window or a and third rows. The rollover capable door. If you experience breathing The parts of the airbag that come into problems following an airbag roof-rail airbags are designed to help contact with you may be warm, but reduce the risk of full or partial deployment, you should seek not too hot to touch. There may be medical attention. ejection in rollover events, although some smoke and dust coming from no system can prevent all such the vents in the deflated airbags. ejections. Airbag inflation does not prevent the The vehicle has a feature that may But airbags would not help in many driver from seeing out of the automatically unlock the doors, turn types of collisions, primarily because windshield or being able to steer the on the interior lamps and hazard the occupant's motion is not toward vehicle, nor does it prevent people warning flashers, and shut off the fuel those airbags. See When Should an from leaving the vehicle. system after the airbags inflate. The Airbag Inflate? 0 87. feature may also activate, without { Warning airbag inflation, after an event that Airbags should never be regarded as exceeds a predetermined threshold. anything more than a supplement to After turning the ignition off and then seat belts. When an airbag inflates, there may be dust in the air. This dust could on again, the fuel system will return What Will You See after an cause breathing problems for to normal operation; the doors can be people with a history of asthma or locked, the interior lamps can be Airbag Inflates? other breathing trouble. To avoid turned off, and the hazard warning flashers can be turned off using the After frontal and seat-mounted side this, everyone in the vehicle should controls for those features. If any of impact airbags inflate, they quickly get out as soon as it is safe to do these systems are damaged in the deflate, so quickly that some people so. If you have breathing problems crash they may not operate as normal. may not even realize the airbags but cannot get out of the vehicle inflated. The front center airbag and after an airbag inflates, then get roof-rail airbags may still be at least (Continued) partially inflated for some time after Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

90 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS not be there to help protect you in { Warning another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and A crash severe enough to inflate the possibly other parts. The service airbags may have also damaged manual for the vehicle covers the important functions in the vehicle, need to replace other parts. such as the fuel system, brake and United States steering systems, etc. Even if the . The vehicle has a crash sensing vehicle appears to be drivable after and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. a moderate crash, there may be See Vehicle Data Recording and concealed damage that could make Privacy 0 374 and Event Data it difficult to safely operate the Recorders 0 374. vehicle. . Let only qualified technicians Use caution if you should attempt work on the airbag systems. Canada and Mexico to restart the engine after a crash Improper service can mean that has occurred. an airbag system will not work The words ON and OFF, or the properly. See your dealer for symbols for on and off, will be visible service. during the system check. When the In many crashes severe enough to system check is complete, either the inflate the airbag, windshields are Passenger Sensing System word ON or OFF, or the symbol for on broken by vehicle deformation. or off, will be visible. See Passenger Additional windshield breakage may The vehicle has a passenger sensing Airbag Status Indicator 0 135. also occur from the front outboard system for the front outboard passenger airbag. The passenger sensing system turns passenger position. The passenger off the front outboard passenger . Airbags are designed to inflate airbag status indicator will light on frontal airbag under certain only once. After an airbag inflates, the overhead console when the vehicle conditions. No other airbag is affected you will need some new parts for is started. by the passenger sensing system. the airbag system. If you do not get them, the airbag system will Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 91 The passenger sensing system works The passenger sensing system is with sensors that are part of the front Warning (Continued) designed to turn off the front outboard passenger seat and seat belt. outboard passenger frontal airbag if: The sensors are designed to detect the the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag. . The front outboard passenger seat presence of a properly seated is unoccupied. occupant and determine if the front A child in a forward-facing child outboard passenger frontal airbag restraint can be seriously injured or . The system determines an infant should be allowed to inflate or not. killed if the passenger frontal airbag is present in a child restraint. inflates and the passenger seat is in According to accident statistics, . A front outboard passenger takes a forward position. children are safer when properly his/her weight off of the seat for a secured in a rear seat in the correct Even if the passenger sensing period of time. child restraint for their weight system has turned off the passenger . There is a critical problem with and size. frontal airbag, no system is fail-safe. the airbag system or the passenger Whenever possible, children aged No one can guarantee that an sensing system. airbag will not deploy under some 12 and under should be secured in a When the passenger sensing system unusual circumstance, even though rear seating position. has turned off the front outboard the airbag is turned off. Never put a rear-facing child seat in passenger frontal airbag, the off the front. This is because the risk to Never put a rear-facing child indicator will light and stay lit as a the rear-facing child is so great, if the restraint in the front seat, even if reminder that the airbag is off. See airbag inflates. the airbag is off. If securing a Passenger Airbag Status Indicator forward-facing child restraint in the 0 135. { Warning front outboard passenger seat, The passenger sensing system is always move the seat as far back as designed to turn on the front A child in a rear-facing child it will go. It is better to secure child outboard passenger frontal airbag restraint can be seriously injured or restraints in the rear seat. Consider anytime the system senses that a killed if the passenger frontal airbag using another vehicle to transport person of adult size is sitting properly inflates. This is because the back of the child when a rear seat is not in the front outboard passenger seat. (Continued) available. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

92 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS When the passenger sensing system If the On Indicator Is Lit for a Make sure the seat belt retractor has allowed the airbag to be enabled, Child Restraint is locked by pulling the shoulder the on indicator will light and stay lit belt all the way out of the as a reminder that the airbag is active. The passenger sensing system is retractor when installing the designed to turn off the front child restraint, even if the child For some children, including children outboard passenger frontal airbag if in child restraints, and for very small restraint is equipped with a seat the system determines that an infant belt lock off. When the retractor adults, the passenger sensing system is present in a child restraint. If a may or may not turn off the front lock is set, the belt can be child restraint has been installed and tightened but not pulled out of outboard passenger frontal airbag, the on indicator is lit: depending upon the person's seating the retractor. posture and body build. Everyone in 1. Turn the vehicle off. 5. If, after reinstalling the child the vehicle who has outgrown child 2. Remove the child restraint from restraint and restarting the restraints should wear a seat belt the vehicle. vehicle, the on indicator is still properly — whether or not there is an lit, turn the vehicle off. Then 3. Remove any additional items airbag for that person. slightly recline the vehicle from the seat such as blankets, seatback and adjust the seat cushions, seat covers, seat cushion, if adjustable, to make { Warning heaters, or seat massagers. sure that the vehicle seatback is If the airbag readiness light ever 4. Reinstall the child restraint not pushing the child restraint comes on and stays on, it means following the directions provided into the seat cushion. by the child restraint that something may be wrong with Also make sure the child manufacturer and refer to the airbag system. To help avoid restraint is not trapped under the Securing Child Restraints (With the injury to yourself or others, have vehicle head restraint. If this Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 113 the vehicle serviced right away. See happens, adjust the head or Securing Child Restraints (With Airbag Readiness Light 0 135 for restraint. See Head Restraints the Seat Belt in the Rear Seat) more information, including 0 59. 0 111. important safety information. 6. Restart the vehicle. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 93 The passenger sensing system may or Use the following steps to allow the 6. Restart the vehicle and have the may not turn off the airbag for a child system to detect that person and person remain in this position in a child restraint depending upon enable the front outboard passenger for two to three minutes after the the child’s size. It is better to secure frontal airbag: on indicator is lit. the child restraint in a rear seat. Never 1. Turn the vehicle off. put a rear-facing child restraint in the { Warning front seat, even if the on indicator is 2. Remove any additional material not lit. from the seat, such as blankets, If the front outboard passenger cushions, seat covers, seat airbag is turned off for an If the Off Indicator Is Lit for an heaters, or seat massagers. Adult-Sized Occupant adult-sized occupant, the airbag will 3. Place the seatback in the fully not be able to inflate and help upright position. protect that person in a crash, 4. Have the person sit upright in resulting in an increased risk of the seat, centered on the seat serious injury or even death. An cushion, with legs comfortably adult-sized occupant should not extended. ride in the front outboard passenger seat, if the passenger airbag off 5. If the shoulder portion of the indicator is lit. belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature will be engaged. This may Additional Factors Affecting unintentionally cause the System Operation passenger sensing system to turn the airbag off for some Seat belts help keep the passenger in position on the seat during vehicle If a person of adult size is sitting in adult-sized occupants. If this happens, unbuckle the belt, let maneuvers and braking, which helps the front outboard passenger seat, but the passenger sensing system the off indicator is lit, it could be the belt go back all the way, and then buckle the belt again maintain the passenger airbag status. because that person is not sitting See “Seat Belts” and “Child Restraints” properly in the seat or that the child without pulling the belt out all restraint locking feature is engaged. the way. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

94 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS in the Index for additional information about the importance of { Warning Warning (Continued) proper restraint use. Stowing articles under the inflate during improper service. You A thick layer of additional material, passenger seat or between the can be injured if you are close to an such as a blanket or cushion, passenger seat cushion and airbag when it inflates. Avoid or aftermarket equipment such as seat seatback may interfere with the yellow connectors. They are covers, seat heaters, and seat proper operation of the passenger probably part of the airbag system. massagers can affect how well the sensing system. Be sure to follow proper service passenger sensing system operates. procedures, and make sure the We recommend that you not use seat person performing work for you is covers or other aftermarket equipment Servicing the qualified to do so. except when approved by GM for your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle specific vehicle. See Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 94 for Airbags affect how the vehicle should Adding Equipment to the more information about modifications be serviced. There are parts of the that can affect how the system airbag system in several places around Airbag-Equipped Vehicle operates. the vehicle. Your dealer and the Adding accessories that change the The on indicator may be lit if an service manual have information vehicle's frame, bumper system, object, such as a briefcase, handbag, about servicing the vehicle and the height, front end, or side sheet metal grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic airbag system. To purchase a service may keep the airbag system from device, is put on an unoccupied seat. manual, see Service Publications working properly. Ordering Information 0 371. If this is not desired, remove the The operation of the airbag system object from the seat. can also be affected by changing any { Warning parts of the front seats, seat belts, airbag sensing and diagnostic module, For up to 10 seconds after the steering wheel, instrument panel, vehicle is turned off and the battery inner door seals including the is disconnected, an airbag can still speakers, any of the airbag modules, (Continued) ceiling or pillar garnish trim, overhead Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 95 console, front sensors, side impact If the vehicle has rollover roof-rail sensors, airbag wiring, or front center airbags, see Different Size Tires and Caution (Continued) console. Wheels 0 315 for additional important information. break the airbag coverings. If there Your dealer and the service manual are any opened or broken airbag have information about the location of If you have to modify your vehicle coverings, have the airbag covering the airbag sensors, sensing and because you have a disability and you and/or airbag module replaced. For diagnostic module, and airbag wiring. have questions about whether the the location of the airbags, see In addition, the vehicle has a modifications will affect the vehicle's Where Are the Airbags? 0 86. See airbag system, or if you have passenger sensing system for the front your dealer for service. outboard passenger position, which questions about whether the airbag includes sensors that are part of the system will be affected if the vehicle is passenger's seat. The passenger modified for any other reason, call Replacing Airbag System Customer Assistance. See Customer sensing system may not operate 0 Parts after a Crash properly if the original seat trim is Assistance Offices 364. replaced with non-GM covers, { Warning upholstery, or trim, or with GM Airbag System Check covers, upholstery, or trim designed The airbag system does not need A crash can damage the airbag for a different vehicle. Any object, regularly scheduled maintenance or systems in the vehicle. A damaged such as an aftermarket seat heater or replacement. Make sure the airbag airbag system may not properly a comfort enhancing pad or device, readiness light is working. See Airbag protect you and your passenger(s) installed under or on top of the seat 0 Readiness Light 135. in a crash, resulting in serious fabric, could also interfere with the injury or even death. To help make operation of the passenger sensing Caution system. This could either prevent sure the airbag systems are working properly after a crash, have them proper deployment of the passenger If an airbag covering is damaged, airbag(s) or prevent the passenger inspected and any necessary opened, or broken, the airbag may replacements made as soon as sensing system from properly turning not work properly. Do not open or off the passenger airbag(s). See possible. Passenger Sensing System 0 90. (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

96 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS If an airbag inflates, you will need to Child Restraints . Sit all the way back on the seat. replace airbag system parts. See your Do the knees bend at the seat dealer for service. Older Children edge? If yes, continue. If no, return If the airbag readiness light stays on to the booster seat. after the vehicle is started or comes . Buckle the lap-shoulder belt. Does on when you are driving, the airbag the shoulder belt rest on the system may not work properly. Have shoulder? If yes, continue. If no, the vehicle serviced right away. See try using the rear seat belt Airbag Readiness Light 0 135. comfort guide, if available. See “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 77. If a comfort guide is not available, or if the shoulder belt still does not rest on the shoulder, then return to the booster seat. . Does the lap belt fit low and snug on the hips, touching the thighs? Older children who have outgrown If yes, continue. If no, return to booster seats should wear the vehicle’s the booster seat. seat belts. . Can proper seat belt fit be The manufacturer instructions that maintained for the length of the come with the booster seat state the trip? If yes, continue. If no, return weight and height limitations for that to the booster seat. booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child Q: What is the proper way to wear passes the fit test below: seat belts? A: An older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 97 can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) The lap belt should fit snugly below the hips, just touching the be crushed together and seriously crash, the child would not be top of the thighs. This applies belt injured. A seat belt must be used by restrained by the shoulder belt. The force to the child's pelvic bones in only one person at a time. child could move too far forward a crash. It should never be worn increasing the chance of head and over the abdomen, which could neck injury. The child might also cause severe or even fatal internal slide under the lap belt. The belt injuries in a crash. force would then be applied right on the abdomen. That could cause Also see “Rear Seat Belt Comfort Guides” under Lap-Shoulder Belt 0 77. serious or fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the According to accident statistics, shoulder and across the chest. children are safer when properly restrained in a rear seating position. In a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use seat belts properly. { Warning

{ Warning Never allow a child to wear the seat belt with the shoulder belt behind Never allow more than one child to their back. A child can be seriously wear the same seat belt. The seat injured by not wearing the belt cannot properly spread the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a impact forces. In a crash, they can (Continued) (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

98 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Infants and Young Children Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! This includes infants and tightened around a child’s neck, the For example, in a crash at only all other children. Neither the distance only way to loosen the belt is to 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) traveled nor the age and size of the cut it. infant will suddenly become a traveler changes the need, for Never leave children unattended in 110 kg (240 lb) force on a person's everyone, to use safety restraints. In a vehicle and never allow children arms. An infant or child should be fact, the law in every state in the secured in an appropriate restraint. United States and in every Canadian to play with the seat belts. province says children up to some age must be restrained while in a vehicle. Every time infants and young children ride in vehicles, they should have the { Warning protection provided by appropriate child restraints. Neither the vehicle's Children can be seriously injured or seat belt system nor its airbag system strangled if a shoulder belt is is designed for them. wrapped around their neck. The Children who are not restrained shoulder belt can tighten but properly can strike other people, cannot be loosened if it is locked. or can be thrown out of the vehicle. The shoulder belt locks when it is pulled all the way out of the { Warning retractor. It unlocks when the shoulder belt is allowed to go all Never hold an infant or a child the way back into the retractor, but while riding in a vehicle. Due to it cannot do this if it is wrapped crash forces, an infant or a child around a child’s neck. If the will become so heavy it is not shoulder belt is locked and possible to hold it during a crash. (Continued) (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 99 For each type of child restraint, there { Warning are many different models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be Children who are up against, sure it is designed to be used in a or very close to, any airbag when it motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will inflates can be seriously injured or have a label saying that it meets killed. Never put a rear-facing child federal motor vehicle safety standards. restraint in the front outboard seat. The restraint manufacturer's Secure a rear-facing child restraint instructions that come with the in a rear seat. It is also better to restraint state the weight and height secure a forward-facing child limitations for a particular child restraint in a rear seat. If you must restraint. In addition, there are many secure a forward-facing child kinds of restraints available for Child restraints are devices used to restraint in the front outboard seat, children with special needs. restrain, seat, or position children in always move the front passenger the vehicle and are sometimes called seat as far back as it will go. child seats or car seats. { Warning There are three basic types of child To reduce the risk of neck and head restraints: injury in a crash, infants and . Forward-facing child restraints toddlers should be secured in a rear-facing child restraint until age . Rearward-facing child restraints two, or until they reach the . Belt-positioning booster seats maximum height and weight limits of their child restraint. The proper child restraint for your child depends on their size, weight, and age, and also on whether the child restraint is compatible with the vehicle in which it will be used. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

100 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Child Restraint Systems { Warning

A young child's hip bones are still so small that the vehicle's regular seat 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. This alone could cause serious or fatal injuries. To reduce the risk of Forward-Facing Child Restraint serious or fatal injuries during a A forward-facing child restraint crash, young children should always Rear-Facing Infant Restraint provides restraint for the child's body be secured in appropriate child A rear-facing child restraint provides with the harness. restraints. restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 101 Securing an Add-On Child When securing an add-on child Restraint in the Vehicle restraint, refer to the instructions that come with the restraint which may be { Warning on the restraint itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child A child can be seriously injured or restraint instructions are important, killed in a crash if the child so if they are not available, obtain a restraint is not properly secured in replacement copy from the manufacturer. the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle Keep in mind that an unsecured child using the vehicle’s seat belt or restraint can move around in a LATCH system, following the collision or sudden stop and injure Booster Seats instructions that came with that people in the vehicle. Be sure to A belt-positioning booster seat is used child restraint and the instructions properly secure any child restraint in for children who have outgrown their in this manual. the vehicle — even when no child is forward-facing child restraint. in it. Boosters are designed to improve the In some areas of the United States fit of the vehicle's seat belt system To help reduce the chance of injury, the child restraint must be secured in and Canada, Certified Child Passenger until the child is large enough for the Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are vehicle seat belts to fit properly the vehicle. Child restraints must be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or available to inspect and demonstrate without a booster seat. See the seat how to correctly use and install child belt fit test in Older Children 0 96. the lap belt portion of a lap-shoulder belt, or by the LATCH system. See restraints. In the U.S., refer to the Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children National Highway Traffic Safety (LATCH System) 0 103 for more Administration (NHTSA) website to information. Children can be locate the nearest child safety seat endangered in a crash if the child inspection station. For CPST restraint is not properly secured in the availability in Canada, check with vehicle. Transport Canada or the Provincial Ministry of Transportation office. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

102 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Securing the Child Within the Never put a rear-facing child restraint Child Restraint in the front. This is because the risk Warning (Continued) to the rear-facing child is so great if the airbag deploys. Secure rear-facing child restraints { Warning in a rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you secure a forward-facing A child can be seriously injured or { Warning child restraint in the front seat, killed in a crash if the child is not always move the front passenger properly secured in the child A child in a rear-facing child seat as far back as it will go. It is restraint. Secure the child properly restraint can be seriously injured or better to secure the child restraint following the instructions that killed if the front passenger airbag in a rear seat. came with that child restraint. inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would See Passenger Sensing System 0 90 be very close to the inflating airbag. for additional information. Where to Put the Restraint A child in a forward-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or According to accident statistics, When securing a child restraint with killed if the front passenger airbag children and infants are safer when the seat belts in a rear seat position, properly restrained in an appropriate inflates and the passenger seat is in study the instructions that came with child restraint secured in a rear a forward position. the child restraint to make sure it is seating position. Even if the passenger sensing compatible with this vehicle. Whenever possible, children aged system has turned off the front Child restraints and booster seats vary 12 and under should be secured in a passenger frontal airbag, no system considerably in size, and some may fit rear seating position. is fail-safe. No one can guarantee in certain seating positions better The vehicle is equipped with a front that an airbag will not deploy under than others. some unusual circumstance, even center airbag in the inboard side of Depending on where you place the though it is turned off. the driver seat. Even with a front child restraint and the size of the center airbag, a child restraint can be (Continued) child restraint, you may not be able to installed in any second row seating access adjacent seat belts or LATCH position. anchors for additional passengers or Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 103 child restraints. Adjacent seating The LATCH system is designed to When installing a child restraint with positions should not be used if the make installation of a child restraint a top tether, you must also use either child restraint prevents access to or easier. the lower anchors or the seat belts to interferes with the routing of the In order to use the LATCH system in properly secure the child restraint. seat belt. your vehicle, you need a child A child restraint must never be Wherever a child restraint is installed, restraint that has LATCH installed using only the top tether and be sure to follow the instructions that attachments. LATCH-compatible anchor. came with the child restraint system rear-facing and forward-facing child The LATCH anchorage system can be and secure the child restraint system seats can be properly installed using used until the combined weight of the properly. either the LATCH anchors or the child plus the child restraint is ’ Keep in mind that an unsecured child vehicle s seat belts. Do not use both 29.5 kg (65 lbs). Use the seat belt alone restraint can move around in a the seat belts and the LATCH instead of the LATCH anchorage collision or sudden stop and injure anchorage system to secure a system once the combined weight is people in the vehicle. Be sure to rear-facing or forward-facing more than 29.5 kg (65 lbs). properly secure any child restraint in child seat. See Securing Child Restraints (With the the vehicle — even when no child is Booster seats use the vehicle’s seat Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 113 or in it. belts to secure the child and the Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat booster seat. If the manufacturer Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 111. Lower Anchors and recommends that the booster seat be Child restraints built after March 2014 Tethers for Children secured with the LATCH system, this will be labeled with the specific child can be done as long as the booster (LATCH System) weight up to which the LATCH system seat can be positioned properly and can be used to install the restraint. The LATCH system secures a child there is no interference with the restraint during driving or in a crash. proper positioning of the lap-shoulder The following explains how to attach LATCH attachments on the child belt on the child. a child restraint with these attachments in the vehicle. restraint are used to attach the child Make sure to follow the instructions restraint to the anchors in the vehicle. that came with the child restraint, and Not all vehicle seating positions have also the instructions in this manual. lower anchors. In this case, the seat belt must be used (with top tether Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

104 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS where available) to secure the child Top Tether Anchor Some child restraints with top tethers restraint. are designed for use with or without See Securing Child Restraints (With the the top tether being attached. Others Seat Belt in the Front Seat) 0 113 or require the top tether always to be Securing Child Restraints (With the Seat attached. In Canada, the law requires Belt in the Rear Seat) 0 111. that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether Lower Anchors be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations

A top tether (3,4) is used to secure the top of the child restraint to the vehicle. A top tether anchor is built into the vehicle. The top tether attachment hook (2) on the child restraint connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to Lower anchors (1) are metal bars built reduce the forward movement and into the vehicle. There are two lower rotation of the child restraint during anchors for each LATCH seating driving or in a crash. position that will accommodate a child restraint with lower The child restraint may have a single Second Row — 60/40 attachments (2). tether (3) or a dual tether (4). Either will have a single attachment hook (2) H : Seating positions with two lower to secure the top tether to the anchor. anchors. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 105

I : 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 panel. Third Row Seat I : Seating positions with top tether Second Row — Bucket anchors. H : Seating positions with two lower anchors. I : Seating positions with top tether anchors.

To assist in locating the lower anchors, each seating position with lower anchors has two labels, near the Second Row Seat — Bucket crease between the seatback and the For models with bucket second row seat cushion. seating, the top tether anchors are at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for each seating position in the second Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

106 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS row. Be sure to use an anchor on the According to accident statistics, same side of the vehicle as the seating children and infants are safer when position where the child restraint will properly restrained in a child restraint be placed. system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. See Where to Put the Restraint 0 102 for additional information. Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System

{ Warning Third Row Seat A child could be seriously injured or For the third row seat, the top tether killed in a crash if the child anchors are on the back of the restraint is not properly attached to seatback. Move the flipper panel the vehicle using either the LATCH Second Row Seat — 60/40 rearward to access the anchors. Be anchors or the vehicle seat belt. For models with 60/40 second row sure to use an anchor on the same Follow the instructions that came side of the vehicle as the seating seating, the top tether anchors are at with the child restraint and the position where the child restraint will the bottom rear of the seat cushion instructions in this manual. for each seating position in the second be placed. row. Be sure to use an anchor on the Do not secure a child restraint in a same side of the vehicle as the seating position without a top tether anchor if position where the child restraint will a national or local law requires that be placed. the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 107

{ Warning Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued)

To reduce the risk of serious or it cannot do this if it is wrapped Do not fold the rear seatback when fatal injuries during a crash, do not around a child’s neck. If the the seat is occupied. Do not fold the attach more than one child shoulder belt is locked and empty rear seat with a seat belt restraint to a single anchor. tightened around a child’s neck, the buckled. This could damage the Attaching more than one child only way to loosen the belt is to seat belt or the seat. Unbuckle and restraint to a single anchor could cut it. return the seat belt to its stowed cause the anchor or attachment to Buckle any unused seat belts position, before folding the seat. come loose or even break during a behind the child restraint so crash. A child or others could be children cannot reach them. Pull The vehicle is equipped with a front injured. the shoulder belt all the way out of center airbag in the inboard side of the retractor to set the lock, and the driver seat. Even with a front tighten the belt behind the child center airbag, a child restraint can be { Warning restraint after the child restraint installed in any second row seating has been installed. position. Children can be seriously injured or If you need to secure more than one strangled if a shoulder belt is child restraint in the rear seat, see wrapped around their neck. The Where to Put the Restraint 0 102. shoulder belt can tighten but Caution This system is designed to make cannot be loosened if it is locked. Do not let the LATCH attachments installation of child restraints easier. The shoulder belt locks when it is rub against the vehicle’s seat belts. When using lower anchors, do not use pulled all the way out of the This may damage these parts. the vehicle's seat belts. Instead use retractor. It unlocks when the If necessary, move buckled seat the vehicle's anchors and child shoulder belt is allowed to go all belts to avoid rubbing the LATCH restraint attachments to secure the the way back into the retractor, but attachments. restraints. Some restraints also use another vehicle anchor to secure a top (Continued) (Continued) tether. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

108 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 attachments anchors. or the desired seating position 2. If the child restraint does not have lower anchors, manufacturer recommends that secure the child restraint with the top tether be attached, attach the seat belts and top tether and tighten the top tether to the when recommended by the child top tether anchor. Refer to the If the position you are restraint manufacturer. Refer to child restraint instructions and using does not have a your child restraint manufacturer the following steps: instructions and the instructions headrest or head restraint in this manual. For the third row 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. and you are using a single outboard seating positions, if the For the third row seat, tether, route the tether head restraint interferes with the move the flipper panel over the seatback. proper installation of the child rearward to access the top restraint, then the head restraint tether anchors. may be removed. See “Head Restraint Removal and 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten Reinstallation under Lower the top tether according to Anchors and Tethers for Children your child restraint (LATCH System) 0 103. instructions and the following instructions: 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position. If the position you are 1.2. Put the child restraint on using does not have a the seat. headrest or head restraint Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 109 and you are using a dual tether, route the tether over the seatback.

If the position you are using has a fixed or an adjustable head restraint If the position you are and you are using a dual If the position you are using has a fixed headrest tether, route the tether using has an adjustable or head restraint and you around the head restraint. headrest or head restraint are using a single tether, 3. Before placing a child in the and you are using a single route the tether around the child restraint, make sure it is tether, raise the headrest inboard or outboard side of securely held in place. To check, or head restraint and route the headrest or head grasp the child restraint at the the tether under the restraint. LATCH path and attempt to headrest or head restraint move it side to side and back and in between the and forth. There should be no headrest or head restraint more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of posts. movement, for proper installation. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

110 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation { Warning 1. Partially fold the seatback With head restraints that are not forward. See Third Row Seats installed and adjusted properly, 0 73 for additional information. 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.

Replacing LATCH System 4. With the head restraint facing rearward, insert the head Parts After a Crash restraint posts into the holes in the top of the seatback. { Warning

5. Push the head restraint down. A crash can damage the LATCH 6. Try to move the head restraint to system in the vehicle. A damaged 2. Press the buttons on the head make sure that it is locked in LATCH system may not properly restraint posts and pull up on place. secure the child restraint, resulting the head restraint. 7. When the child restraint is in serious injury or even death in a 3. Route the top tether of the child removed, reinstall the head crash. To help make sure the restraint under the head restraint before the seating LATCH system is working properly restraint. position is used. after a crash, see your dealer to have the system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 111 If the vehicle has the LATCH system Do not secure a child seat in a under Lower Anchors and Tethers and it was being used during a crash, position without a top tether anchor if for Children (LATCH System) new LATCH system parts may be a national or local law requires that 0 103. needed. the top tether be anchored, or if the 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run New parts and repairs may be instructions that come with the child the lap and shoulder portions of necessary even if the LATCH system restraint say that the top strap must the vehicle's seat belt through or was not being used at the time of the be anchored. around the restraint. The child crash. If the child restraint or vehicle seat restraint instructions will show position does not have the LATCH you how. Securing Child Restraints system, you will be using the seat belt (With the Seat Belt in the to secure the child restraint. Be sure to follow the instructions that came Rear Seat) with the child restraint. When securing a child restraint with If more than one child restraint needs the seat belts in a rear seat position, to be installed in the rear seat, be sure study the instructions that came with to read Where to Put the Restraint the child restraint to make sure it is 0 102. compatible with this vehicle. 1. Put the child restraint on If the child restraint has the LATCH the seat. system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 103 for For the third row outboard how and where to install the child seating positions, if the head restraint using LATCH. If a child restraint interferes with the 3. Push the latch plate into the restraint is secured in the vehicle proper installation of the child buckle until it clicks. using a seat belt and it uses a top restraint, the head restraint may “ If the latch plate will not go fully tether, see Lower Anchors and Tethers be removed. See Head Restraint 0 Removal and Reinstallation” into the buckle, check to see if for Children (LATCH System) 103 for the correct buckle is being used. top tether anchor locations. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

112 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS Position the release button on 6. If the child restraint has a top the buckle, away from the child tether, follow the child restraint restraint system, so that the seat manufacturer’s instructions belt could be quickly unbuckled regarding the use of the top if necessary. tether. Refer to the instructions that came with the child restraint and see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 103. 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, 5. To tighten the belt, push down grasp the child restraint at the on the child restraint, pull the seat belt path and attempt to shoulder portion of the belt to move it side to side and back tighten the lap portion of the and forth. When the child belt and feed the shoulder belt restraint is properly installed, back into the retractor. When there should be no more than 4. Pull the shoulder belt all the way installing a forward-facing child 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. out of the retractor to set the restraint, it may be helpful to use To remove the child restraint, lock. When the retractor lock is your knee to push down on the unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and let set, the belt can be tightened but child restraint as you tighten it return to the stowed position. If the not pulled out of the retractor. the belt. top tether is attached to a top tether Try to pull the belt out of the anchor, disconnect it. retractor to make sure the If the head restraint was removed for retractor is locked. If the a third row outboard seating position, retractor is not locked, repeat reinstall it before the seating position Steps 4 and 5. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 113 is used. See “Head Restraint Removal and Reinstallation” under Lower { Warning Warning (Continued) Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) 0 103 for additional A child in a rear-facing child child restraint in the front outboard information on reinstalling the head restraint can be seriously injured or passenger seat, always move the restraint properly. killed if the front outboard seat as far back as it will go. It is passenger frontal airbag inflates. better to secure the child restraint Securing Child Restraints This is because the back of the in a rear seat. (With the Seat Belt in the rear-facing child restraint would be See Passenger Sensing System 0 90 very close to the inflating airbag. for additional information. Front Seat) A child in a forward-facing child This vehicle has airbags. A rear seat is restraint can be seriously injured or If the child restraint uses a top tether, a safer place to secure a killed if the front outboard see Lower Anchors and Tethers for forward-facing child restraint. See passenger frontal airbag inflates Children (LATCH System) 0 103 for top Where to Put the Restraint 0 102. and the passenger seat is in a forward position. tether anchor locations. In addition, the vehicle has a Do not secure a child seat in a passenger sensing system which is Even if the passenger sensing position without a top tether anchor if designed to turn off the front system has turned off the front a national or local law requires that outboard passenger frontal airbag outboard passenger frontal airbag, the top tether be anchored, or if the under certain conditions. no system is fail-safe. No one can instructions that come with the child See Passenger Sensing System 0 90 and guarantee that an airbag will not restraint say that the top strap must Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 135 deploy under some unusual be anchored. for more information, including circumstance, even though it is important safety information. turned off. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a Never put a rear-facing child seat in Secure rear-facing child restraints top tether, and that the tether be the front. This is because the risk to in a rear seat, even if the airbag is attached. the rear-facing child is so great if the off. If you secure a forward-facing airbag deploys. (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

114 SEATS AND RESTRAINTS When using the lap-shoulder belt to around the restraint. The child secure the child restraint in this restraint instructions will show position, follow the instructions that you how. came with the child restraint and the following instructions: 1. Move the seat as far back as it will go before securing the forward-facing child restraint. Move the seat upward or the seatback to an upright position, if needed, to get a tight installation of the child restraint. When the passenger sensing 4. Push the latch plate into the system has turned off the front buckle until it clicks. outboard passenger frontal Position the release button on airbag, the off indicator on the the buckle, away from the child passenger airbag status indicator Tilt the latch plate to adjust the restraint system, so that the seat should light and stay lit when belt, if needed. belt could be quickly unbuckled you start the vehicle. See if necessary. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator 0 135. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's seat belt through or Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SEATS AND RESTRAINTS 115 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the seat belt path and attempt to move it side to side and back and forth. When the child restraint is properly installed, there should be no more than 2.5 cm (1 in) of movement. If the airbag is off, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator 5. Pull the shoulder belt all the way 6. To tighten the belt, push down will come on and stay on when the out of the retractor to set the on the child restraint, pull the vehicle is started. lock. When the retractor lock is shoulder portion of the belt to If a child restraint has been installed set, the belt can be tightened but tighten the lap portion of the and the on indicator is lit, see “If the not pulled out of the retractor. belt, and feed the shoulder belt On Indicator Is Lit for a Child back into the retractor. When Restraint” under Passenger Sensing installing a forward-facing child System 0 90. restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the To remove the child restraint, child restraint as you tighten unbuckle the vehicle seat belt and let the belt. it return to the stowed position. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

116 STORAGE Storage Compartments Touch the bottom of the climate Storage control system panel until the door automatically starts to open. The { Warning Storage Compartments storage area may contain a USB port. See the infotainment manual. Storage Compartments ...... 116 Do not store heavy or sharp objects Instrument Panel Storage ...... 116 in storage compartments. In a Keep the storage area door closed Glove Box ...... 116 crash, these objects may cause the while driving. Cupholders ...... 117 cover to open and could result in Touch the bottom of the climate Sunglasses Storage ...... 117 injury. control system again until the door Armrest Storage ...... 117 automatically starts to close. Rear Storage ...... 117 Center Console Storage ...... 118 Instrument Panel Storage Glove Box Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie-Downs ...... 118 Convenience Net ...... 118 Roof Rack System Roof Rack System ...... 119

To open, press the button. Close the glove box manually. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

STORAGE 117 Cupholders Sunglasses Storage Rear Storage

To access the cupholders, press the If equipped, sunglasses storage is on There is storage in the floor of the cover and release. the overhead console. Press the fixed rear cargo area. Lift the handle to There is storage in front of the button on the cover and release to access. There is a removable divider to cupholders. Push forward on the access. help organize. handle to open. Armrest Storage For vehicles with a rear seat armrest, pull the loop at the top of the armrest down to access the cupholders. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

118 STORAGE Center Console Storage Additional Storage Features Cargo Tie-Downs

If equipped, press to turn on the cooled compartment inside the center Pull the handle and lift to access. console storage. There are auxiliary jacks, USB ports, The cooled compartment will help an accessory power outlet, a tote keep cold liquids cold, but is not compartment, and a device holder intended to chill warm liquids. Do not inside. use for items that need to be There are four cargo tie-downs in the rear cargo area. These can be used to On the rear of the console there are refrigerated. strap cargo down and keep it from auxiliary jacks, a power outlet, and a moving inside the vehicle. storage area. See Power Outlets 0 125 and the Convenience Net infotainment manual. Use the convenience net, located in the rear, to store small loads as far forward as possible. The net should not be used to store heavy loads. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

STORAGE 119 Roof Rack System A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp Caution (CHMSL) is located above the rear window glass. Make sure items loaded { Warning Loading cargo on the roof rack that on the roof of the vehicle do not block weighs more than 100 kg (220 lb) or or damage the CHMSL. If something is carried on top of the hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle that is longer or wider than vehicle may damage the vehicle. the roof rack — like paneling, Load cargo so that it rests evenly plywood, or a mattress — the wind between the crossrails, making sure can catch it while the vehicle is to fasten cargo securely. being driven. The item being carried could be violently torn off, and this To prevent damage or loss of cargo could cause a collision and damage when driving, check to make sure the vehicle. Never carry something crossrails and cargo are securely longer or wider than the roof rack fastened. Loading cargo on the roof on top of the vehicle unless using a rack will make the vehicle’s center of GM certified accessory carrier. gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden If equipped, the roof rack can be used braking, or abrupt maneuvers, to load items. For roof racks that do otherwise it may result in loss of not have crossrails included, control. If driving for a long distance, GM Certified crossrails can be on rough roads, or at high speeds, purchased as an accessory. See your occasionally stop the vehicle to make dealer for additional information. sure the cargo remains in its place. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load Limits 0 193. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

120 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Engine Coolant Temperature High-Beam On Light ...... 144 Instruments and Gauge ...... 134 Lamps On Reminder ...... 144 Controls Seat Belt Reminders ...... 134 Cruise Control Light ...... 144 Airbag Readiness Light ...... 135 Door Ajar Light ...... 145 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...... 135 Information Displays Controls Driver Information Steering Wheel Adjustment . . . . . 121 Charging System Light ...... 136 Malfunction Indicator Lamp Center (DIC) ...... 145 Steering Wheel Controls ...... 121 Head-Up Display (HUD) ...... 147 Heated Steering Wheel ...... 121 (Check Engine Light) ...... 137 Horn ...... 121 Brake System Warning Light . . . . 138 Vehicle Messages Windshield Wiper/Washer ...... 121 Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . 139 Vehicle Messages ...... 151 Rear Window Wiper/Washer . . . . 123 Service Electric Parking Brake Engine Power Messages ...... 151 Compass ...... 124 Light ...... 139 Vehicle Speed Messages ...... 152 Clock ...... 124 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Power Outlets ...... 125 Warning Light ...... 140 Vehicle Personalization Wireless Charging ...... 127 Sport Mode Light ...... 140 Vehicle Personalization ...... 152 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...... 140 Cigarette Lighter ...... 129 Universal Remote System Ashtrays ...... 129 Winter Driving Mode Light ...... 140 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) Light . . . 140 Universal Remote System ...... 160 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 141 Universal Remote System Indicators Traction Off Light ...... 141 Programming ...... 160 Warning Lights, Gauges, and StabiliTrak OFF Light ...... 141 Universal Remote System Indicators ...... 129 Traction Control System (TCS)/ Operation ...... 163 Instrument Cluster ...... 130 StabiliTrak Light ...... 142 Speedometer ...... 132 Engine Coolant Temperature Odometer ...... 132 Warning Light ...... 142 Trip Odometer ...... 133 Tire Pressure Light ...... 142 Tachometer ...... 133 Engine Oil Pressure Light ...... 143 Fuel Gauge ...... 133 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 143 Security Light ...... 143 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 121 Controls Steering Wheel Controls Windshield Wiper/Washer The infotainment system can be Steering Wheel Adjustment operated by using the steering wheel controls. See "Steering Wheel Controls" in the infotainment manual. Heated Steering Wheel

The windshield wiper control is on the turn signal lever. The windshield wipers are controlled by turning the band with z FRONT on it. 1 : Fast wipes. w : Slow wipes. To adjust the power tilt and 3 telescoping steering wheel: INT : If Rainsense is turned off, ( : If equipped, press to turn the turn the z FRONT band up for Press the control to move the steering heated steering wheel on or off. An more frequent wipes or down for less wheel up and down or forward and indicator next to the button is lit frequent wipes. If Rainsense is turned rearward. when the feature is turned on. on, see Rainsense later in this section. Do not adjust the steering wheel while The steering wheel takes about OFF : Turns the windshield wipers off. driving. three minutes to start heating. 8 : For a single wipe, turn to 8, Horn then release. For several wipes, hold the band on 8 longer. To sound the horn, press a on the steering wheel. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

122 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Clear ice and snow from the wiper Rainsense blades before using them. If frozen to With Rainsense, a sensor near the top the windshield, carefully loosen or center of the windshield detects the thaw them. Damaged wiper blades amount of water on the windshield should be replaced. See Wiper Blade and controls the frequency of the Replacement 0 284. windshield wiper. Heavy snow or ice can overload the Keep this area of the windshield clear wiper motor. An internal circuit z AUTO : Press to turn Rainsense of debris to allow for best system breaker to the motor will stop the z performance. on or off. When turned on and motor until it cools down. FRONT is in one of the Rainsense 3 INT : Turn the z FRONT band Wiper Parking wipe sensitivity positions the wipers on the wiper lever to adjust the can be adjusted for more or less If the ignition is turned off while the sensitivity when Rainsense is sensitivity to moisture. When turned wipers are on w, 1, or 3 INT, turned on. off, the wipers operate as timed they will immediately stop. intermittent wipers and can be adjusted for more or less frequent If z FRONT is then moved to OFF wipes. before the driver door is opened or within 10 minutes, the wipers will If z AUTO is turned on when the restart and move to the base of the ignition is turned on, or if the ignition windshield. is in on and the z FRONT band is If the ignition is turned off while the . Turn the band up for more in one of the sensitivity settings when wipers are performing wipes due to sensitivity to moisture. z AUTO is turned on or off, a message may display indicating if windshield washing or Rainsense, the . Turn the band down to lower INT Rainsense was turned on or off. wipers continue to run until they setting for less sensitivity to reach the base of the windshield. moisture. If the ignition is in on and z Move the band out of the 3 INT FRONT is not in one of the sensitivity position to deactivate Rainsense. settings when z AUTO is turned on, Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 123 a message may display indicating that L m : Push the paddle marked with INT : Turns on the rear wiper with a the wiper band must be in one of the the windshield washer symbol at the delay between wipes. sensitivity settings for Rainsense to top of the turn signal lever to spray ON : Turns on the rear wiper. operate. washer fluid and activate the wipers. Wiper Arm Assembly Protection The wipers will continue until the paddle is released or the maximum When using an automatic car wash, wash time is reached. When the move the windshield wiper lever to paddle is released, additional wipes OFF. This disables the automatic may occur depending on how long the Rainsense windshield wipers. windshield washer had been activated. See Washer Fluid 0 278 for With Rainsense, if the transmission is = REAR : Press this button on the in N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is information on filling the windshield washer fluid reservoir. end of the lever to spray washer fluid very slow, the wipers will on the rear window. The wipers will automatically stop at the base of the clear the rear window and either stop windshield. Rear Window Wiper/ or return to your preset speed. For The wiper operations return to normal Washer more washer cycles, press and hold when the transmission is no longer in the button. N (Neutral) or the vehicle speed has The rear window wiper/washer will increased. not operate if the liftgate or liftglass is Windshield Washer open or ajar. If the liftgate or liftglass is opened while the rear wiper is on, { the wiper returns to the parked Warning position and stops. In freezing weather, do not use the The rear wiper control is on the turn Rear Camera Mirror Washer : signal lever. washer until the windshield is If equipped, press = REAR on the end warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid To turn the rear wiper on, slide the of the lever to spray washer fluid on can form ice on the windshield, lever to a wiper position. the rear mirror camera lens. See Rear blocking your vision. 0 OFF : Turns the wiper off. Camera Mirror 52. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

124 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Rear Wiper Arm Assembly The windshield washer reservoir is Clock Protection used for the windshield and the rear window. Check the fluid level in the The infotainment system controls are When using an automatic car wash, used to access the time and date move the rear wiper control to OFF to reservoir if either washer is not working. See Washer Fluid 0 278. settings through the menu system. disable the rear wiper. In some See “Home Page” in the infotainment vehicles, if the transmission is in Compass manual for information about how to N (Neutral) and the vehicle speed is use the menu system. very slow, the rear wiper will The vehicle may have a compass automatically park under the rear display on the Driver Information Setting the Clock spoiler. Center (DIC). The compass receives its Time The wiper operations return to normal heading and other information from when the transmission is no longer in the Global Positioning System (GPS) To set the time: N (Neutral) or the vehicle speed has antenna, StabiliTrak, and vehicle 1. From the Home Page, touch increased. speed information. SETTINGS, then touch Time and Date. Reverse Gear Wipes The compass system is designed to operate for a certain number of miles 2. Touch Set Time, then touch + or If the rear wiper control is off, the rear or degrees of turn before needing a − to increase or decrease hours wiper will automatically operate signal from the GPS satellites. When or minutes, and change AM continuously when the shift lever is in the compass display shows CAL, drive or PM. R (Reverse), and the front windshield the vehicle for a short distance in an wiper is performing low or high speed open area where it can receive a GPS 3. Touch 12-24 Hr for a 12 or wipes. If the rear wiper control is off, signal. The compass system will 24 hour clock. the shift lever is in R (Reverse), and automatically determine when a GPS 4. Touch [ Back to go back to the the front windshield wiper is signal is restored and provide a previous menu. performing interval wipes, then the heading again. rear wiper automatically performs Date interval wipes. To set the date: This feature can be turned on or off. See Vehicle Personalization 0 152. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 125 1. From the Home Page, touch In some regions, auto set may require . One on the rear of the center SETTINGS, then touch Time an active OnStar service plan, console and Date. if available. . One in the third row seat on the 2. Touch Set Date, then touch + or Clock Display driver side − to increase or decrease month, . One in the rear cargo area on the day, or year. When on, the digital clock will display on the infotainment screen. passenger side [ 3. Touch Back to go back to the To set the clock display: Lift the cover to access and replace previous menu. when not in use. 1. From the Home Page, touch Auto Set SETTINGS, then touch Time The accessory power outlets are When on, the time and date will and Date. powered as follows: automatically update. 2. Touch Clock Display, then select . The power outlet near the To set auto set: Off or On. cupholders on the center console is powered in Retained Accessory 1. From the Home Page, touch 3. Touch [ Back to go back to the Power (RAP) mode. This outlet can SETTINGS, then touch Time previous menu. be configured to operate using and Date. RAP or battery power. If the power 2. Touch Set Time or Set Date. Power Outlets outlet is used while in the battery power mode, this could cause 3. Touch Auto Set, then select Power Outlets 12-Volt Direct Current interference between the RKE On-Cell Network or Off-Manual Accessory power outlets can be used transmitter and the vehicle, and to manually set the time to plug in electrical equipment, such the vehicle may not start. See and date. as a cell phone or MP3 player. Ignition Positions 0 199. 4. Touch [ Back to go back to the The vehicle has five accessory power . The power outlets inside the previous menu. outlets: center console and on the rear of the center console are powered If auto set is on, the time displayed on . One near the cupholders on the when the vehicle is started or the the clock may not update immediately center console when driving into a new time zone. ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY, . One inside the center console Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

126 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS or until the driver door is opened Certain power accessory plugs may An indicator light on the outlet turns within 10 minutes of turning off not be compatible with the accessory on to show it is in use. The light the vehicle. See Retained Accessory power outlet and could overload comes on when the vehicle is started, Power (RAP) 0 203. vehicle or adapter fuses. If a problem equipment requiring less than 150 . The power outlets in the third row is experienced, see your dealer. watts is plugged into the outlet, and seat and in the rear cargo area are When adding electrical equipment, be no system fault is detected. powered at all times. sure to follow the proper installation The indicator light does not come on instructions included with the when the ignition is off or if the { Warning equipment. See Add-On Electrical equipment is not fully seated into the Equipment 0 262. outlet. Power is always supplied to the If equipment is connected using more outlets. Do not leave electrical Caution than 150 watts or a system fault is equipment plugged in when the detected, a protection circuit shuts off vehicle is not in use because the Hanging heavy equipment from the the power supply and the indicator vehicle could catch fire and cause power outlet can cause damage not light turns off. To reset the circuit, injury or death. covered by the vehicle warranty. unplug the item and plug it back in or The power outlets are designed for turn the ignition off and then back to accessory power plugs only, such as on. The power restarts when cell phone charge cords. equipment using 150 watts or less is Caution plugged into the outlet and a system fault is not detected. Leaving electrical equipment Power Outlet 110/120 Volt plugged in for an extended period Alternating Current The power outlet is not designed for of time while the vehicle is off will the following, and may not work This power outlet can be used to plug properly if they are plugged in: drain the battery. Always unplug in electrical equipment that uses a electrical equipment when not in maximum limit of 150 watts. . Equipment with high initial peak use and do not plug in equipment wattage, such as that exceeds the maximum 15 amp The 110/120 volt power outlet is on compressor-driven refrigerators rating. the rear of the center console. and electric power tools Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 127 . Other equipment requiring an extremely stable power supply, { Warning Warning (Continued) such as microcomputer-controlled electric blankets and touch sensor Wireless charging can affect the coins, keys, rings, paper clips, lamps operation of an implanted or cards, between the phone and pacemaker or other medical devices. charging pad will become very hot. . Medical equipment. If you have one, it is recommended On the rare occasion that the to consult with your doctor before charging system does not detect an Wireless Charging using the wireless charging system. object, and the object gets wedged The vehicle may have wireless between the phone and charger, charging on top of the center console. The vehicle must be on, in ACC/ remove the phone and allow the 0 See Center Console Storage 118. The ACCESSORY, or Retained Accessory object to cool before removing it system operates at 145 kHz and Power (RAP) must be active. The from the charging pad, to prevent wirelessly charges one Qi compatible wireless charging feature may not burns. mobile device. The power output of correctly indicate charging when the the system is capable of charging at a vehicle is in RAP. See Retained rate up to 1 amp (5W), as requested Accessory Power (RAP) 0 203. by the compatible mobile device. See − Radio Frequency Statement 0 372. The operating temperature is 20 °C (−4 °F) to 60 °C (140 °F) for the To check for phone or other device charging system and 0 °C (32 °F) to compatibility: 35 °C (95 °F) for the phone. . In the U.S., see my.cadillac.com/ learn. { Warning . In Canada, see gmtotalconnect.ca. Remove all objects from the . Or, see your dealer for details. charging pad before charging your mobile device. Objects, such as (Continued) To charge a mobile device: Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

128 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 1. Remove all objects from the OSS Notice Information disclaimer in the documentation charging pad. The system may To obtain the source code that is and/or other materials provided not charge if there are any contained in this product, please visit with the distribution. objects between the mobile http://opensource.lge.com. In addition 3. Neither the name of the device and charging pad. to the source code, all referred license copyright holder nor the names 2. Place the mobile device face up terms, warranty disclaimers and of its contributors may be used against the alignment rib on the copyright notices are available for to endorse or promote products charge pad. download. LG Electronics will also derived from this software V provide open source code to you on without specific prior written 3. The } will display on the on CD-ROM for a charge covering the permission. the infotainment screen. This cost of performing such distribution THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY indicates that the mobile device (such as the cost of media, shipping, is properly positioned and THE COPYRIGHT HOLDERS AND and handling) upon email request to CONTRIBUTORS "AS IS" AND ANY charging. If a mobile device is [email protected]. This offer is placed on the charging pad and EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES, valid for three (3) years from the date INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, } does not display, remove the on which you purchased the product. mobile device from the pad, turn THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF it 180 degrees, and wait Freescale-WCT library MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS three seconds before placing/ FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE Copyright (c) 2012-2014 Freescale DISCLAIMED. IN NO EVENT SHALL aligning the mobile device on the Semiconductor, Inc.. All rights pad again. THE COPYRIGHT HOLDER OR reserved. CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY Software Acknowledgements 1. Redistributions of source code DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, Certain Wireless Charging Module must retain the above copyright SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR product from LG Electronics, Inc. notice, this list of conditions and CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ("LGE") contains the open source the following disclaimer. (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, software detailed below. Refer to the 2. Redistributions in binary form PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE indicated open source licenses (as are must reproduce the above GOODS OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, included following this notice) for the copyright notice, this list of DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS terms and conditions of their use. conditions and the following INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 129 AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, Warning Lights, Gauges, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT Caution (Continued) LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING and Indicators NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE) could be blown. Do not hold a Warning lights and gauges can signal ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE cigarette lighter in while it is that something is wrong before it USE OF THIS SOFTWARE, EVEN IF heating. becomes serious enough to cause an ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF expensive repair or replacement. SUCH DAMAGE. Ashtrays Paying attention to the warning lights and gauges could prevent injury. Cigarette Lighter If equipped, the ashtray is in the center console cupholder. Some warning lights come on briefly If equipped with a cigarette lighter, it when the engine is started to indicate is in the center console near the Caution they are working. When one of the cupholders. Press on the access door warning lights comes on and stays on to open it and use the lighter. If papers, pins, or other flammable while driving, or when one of the To use the cigarette lighter, push it in, items are put in the ashtray, hot gauges shows there may be a problem, and let go. When it is ready, it will cigarettes or other smoking check the section that explains what pop back out by itself. materials could ignite them and to do. Waiting to do repairs can be possibly damage the vehicle. Never costly and even dangerous. Caution put flammable items in the ashtray.

Holding a cigarette lighter in while it is heating does not let the lighter To remove the ashtray, pull it from the cupholder. Push it back down to back away from the heating be sure it is secure. element when it is hot. Damage from overheating can occur to the lighter or heating element, or a fuse (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

130 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Instrument Cluster

English Balanced Cluster Shown, Metric Similar Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 131 Reconfigurable Instrument 4. Each layout in the menu is Cluster represented by a small preview 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. 5. Exit the Display Layout menu by pressing S. Enhanced Configuration Cluster Application Displays The Enhanced configuration has three The cluster can display information interactive display zones. regarding Navigation, Audio, and Use the five-way control on the right Phone. Balanced Configuration side of the steering wheel to move between the different display zones Navigation The Balanced configuration has three and scroll through the different interactive display zones: one in the If there is no active route, a compass displays. will be displayed. If there is an active center of each of the gauges. To change the cluster configuration: route, press SEL to end route guidance or turn the voice prompts on or off. 1. Find the Options page in one of the interactive display zones on Audio the cluster. While the Audio application page is 2. Press SEL to enter the displayed, press SEL to enter the Options menu. Audio menu. In the Audio menu, search for music, select from favorites, 3. Scroll down to highlight Display or change the audio source. Layout. Then press SEL to select it. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

132 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Phone Info Pages : Press SEL while Info Head-up Display (HUD) Rotation : While the Phone application page is Pages is highlighted to select the This feature allows for adjusting the displayed, press SEL to enter the items to be displayed in the DIC info angle of the HUD image. Press SEL on displays. See Driver Information Center the steering wheel controls while Phone menu. In the Phone menu, 0 if there is no active phone call, view (DIC) 145. Head-up Display Rotation is recent calls, select from favorites, Fav Button Options : Press SEL while highlighted to enter Adjust Mode. or scroll through contacts. If there is Fav Button Options is highlighted to Press y or z to adjust the angle of an active call, mute the phone or select between FAV Primary and SEEK the HUD display. Press S or T to switch to handset operation. Primary. This selection allows for highlight OK, then press SEL to save Cluster Options Menu configuration of the C and B the setting. Cancel can also be steering wheel controls. When FAV selected to cancel the setting. The To enter the cluster Options menu: Primary is selected, pressing C and vehicle must be in P (Park). 1. Use the five-way control on the B will go to the next or previous Open Source Software : Press SEL right side of the steering wheel favorite and pressing and holding C while Open Source Software is to find the Options page in one highlighted to display open source and B will seek. When SEEK Primary of the interactive display zones software information. on the cluster. is selected, pressing C and B will 2. Press SEL on the center of the seek and pressing and holding C and Speedometer five-way control to enter the B will go to the next or previous The speedometer shows the vehicle's Options menu. favorite. speed in either kilometers per hour Units : Press SEL while Units is Display Layout : Press SEL while (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). highlighted to enter the Unit menu. Display Layout is highlighted to Choose US or metric units by pressing change the configuration of the Odometer SEL while the desired item is cluster. See “Reconfigurable The odometer shows how far the highlighted. A checkmark will be Instrument Cluster” earlier in this vehicle has been driven, in either displayed next to the selected item. section. kilometers or miles. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 133 Trip Odometer Fuel Gauge Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a The trip odometer shows how far the problem with the fuel gauge: vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset. . At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge The trip odometer is accessed and reads full. reset through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information . It takes a little more or less fuel to Center (DIC) 0 145. fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge may have Tachometer indicated the tank was half full, but it actually took a little more or The tachometer displays the engine less than half the tank's capacity speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). to fill the tank. Balanced Configuration . The gauge moves a little while When the ignition is on, the fuel turning a corner or speeding up. gauge indicates about how much fuel . The gauge takes a few seconds to is left in the tank. stabilize after the ignition is There is an arrow near the fuel gauge turned on, and goes back to empty pointing to the side of the vehicle the when the ignition is turned off. fuel door is on. When the indicator nears empty, the low fuel light comes on. There still is a little fuel left, but the vehicle should be refueled soon. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

134 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their seat belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle may continue several times if the English Balanced Configuration driver remains or becomes unbuckled This gauge measures the temperature while the vehicle is moving. of the vehicle's engine. Metric Balanced Configuration If the driver seat belt is buckled, While driving under normal operating neither the light nor the chime conditions, if the needle moves into comes on. the red area, the engine is too hot. Passenger Seat Belt Reminder Pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and Light turn off the engine as soon as possible. There is a passenger seat belt reminder light near the passenger Seat Belt Reminders airbag status indicator. See Passenger Sensing System 0 90. Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light There is a driver seat belt reminder light on the instrument cluster. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 135 Airbag Readiness Light { Warning This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag If the airbag readiness light stays system. The system check includes on after the vehicle is started or the airbag sensor(s), the passenger comes on while driving, it means sensing system, the pretensioners, the the airbag system might not be When the vehicle is started, this light airbag modules, the wiring, and the working properly. The airbags in the flashes and a chime may come on to crash sensing and diagnostic module. vehicle might not inflate in a crash, remind passengers to fasten their seat For more information on the airbag or they could even inflate without a belt. Then the light stays on solid system, see Airbag System 0 84. until the belt is buckled. This cycle crash. To help avoid injury, have continues several times if the the vehicle serviced right away. passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. If there is a problem with the airbag If the passenger seat belt is buckled, system, a Driver Information Center neither the chime nor the light (DIC) message may also come on. comes on. Passenger Airbag Status The front passenger seat belt reminder The airbag readiness light comes on light and chime may turn on if an for several seconds when the vehicle is Indicator object is put on the seat such as a started. If the light does not come on The vehicle has a passenger sensing briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, then, have it fixed immediately. system. See Passenger Sensing System laptop, or other electronic device. To 0 90 for important safety information. turn off the reminder light and/or The passenger airbag status indicator chime, remove the object from the is in the overhead console. seat or buckle the seat belt. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

136 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS If the word ON or the on symbol is lit Charging System Light on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag is allowed to inflate. If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit United States on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front The charging system light comes on outboard passenger frontal airbag. briefly when the ignition is turned on, If, after several seconds, both status but the engine is not running, as a indicator lights remain on, or if there check to show the light is working. are no lights at all, there may be a It should go out when the engine is Canada and Mexico problem with the lights or the started. passenger sensing system. See your If the light stays on, or comes on When the vehicle is started, the dealer for service. passenger airbag status indicator will while driving, there may be a problem light ON and OFF, or the symbols for with the electrical charging system. on and off, for several seconds as a { Warning Have it checked by your dealer. system check. Then, after several more Driving while this light is on could If the airbag readiness light ever seconds, the status indicator will light drain the battery. comes on and stays on, it means either ON or OFF, or the on or off When this light comes on, or is that something may be wrong with symbol, to let you know the status of flashing, the Driver Information the front outboard passenger frontal the airbag system. To help avoid Center (DIC) also displays a message. airbag. injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See If a short distance must be driven Airbag Readiness Light 0 135 for with the light on, be sure to turn off more information, including all accessories, such as the radio and important safety information. air conditioner. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 137 Malfunction Indicator Lamp If the light is flashing : A Caution malfunction has been detected that (Check Engine Light) could damage the emission control This light is part of the vehicle’s If the vehicle is driven continually system and increase vehicle emission control on-board diagnostic with this light on, the emission emissions. Diagnosis and service may system. If this light is on while the control system may not work as be required. well, the fuel economy may be engine is running, a malfunction has To help prevent damage, reduce been detected and the vehicle may lower, and the vehicle may not run smoothly. This could lead to costly vehicle speed and avoid hard require service. The light should come accelerations and uphill grades. repairs that might not be covered on to show that it is working when If towing a trailer, reduce the amount the ignition is in Service Mode. See by the vehicle warranty. 0 of cargo being hauled as soon as Ignition Positions 199. possible. If the light continues to flash, find a Caution safe place to park. Turn the vehicle off and wait at least 10 seconds before Modifications to the engine, restarting the engine. If the light is transmission, exhaust, intake, still flashing, follow the previous or fuel system, or the use of guidelines and see your dealer for replacement tires that do not meet service as soon as possible. Malfunctions are often indicated by the original tire specifications, can If the light is on steady : A the system before any problem is cause this light to come on. This malfunction has been detected. noticeable. Being aware of the light could lead to costly repairs not and seeking service promptly when it Diagnosis and service may be covered by the vehicle warranty. comes on may prevent damage. required. This could also affect the vehicle’s ability to pass an Emissions Check the following: Inspection/Maintenance test. See . If fuel has been added to the Accessories and Modifications 0 265. vehicle using the capless fuel funnel adapter, make sure that it has been removed. See “Filling the Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

138 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Tank with a Portable Gas Can” 12-volt battery has recently been under Filling the Tank 0 249. The replaced or run down, or if the diagnostic system can detect if the vehicle has been recently serviced. adapter has been left installed in See your dealer if the vehicle will not the vehicle, allowing fuel to pass or cannot be made ready for evaporate into the atmosphere. the test. A few driving trips with the adapter removed may turn off the The DLC is under the instrument light. panel to the left of the steering wheel. Brake System Warning Connecting devices that are not used Light . Poor fuel quality can cause to perform an Emissions Inspection/ inefficient engine operation and Maintenance test or to service the The vehicle brake system consists of poor driveability, which may go vehicle may affect vehicle operation. two hydraulic circuits. If one circuit is away once the engine is warmed See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 262. not working, the remaining circuit can up. If this occurs, change the fuel See your dealer if assistance is needed. still work to stop the vehicle. For brand. It may require at least one normal braking performance, both full tank of the proper fuel to turn The vehicle may not pass circuits need to be working. 0 inspection if: the light off. See Fuel 248. If the warning light comes on, there is If the light remains on, see your . The light is on when the engine is a brake problem. Have the brake dealer. running. system inspected right away. . The light does not come on when Emissions Inspection and the ignition is in Service Mode. Maintenance Programs . Critical emission control systems If the vehicle requires an Emissions have not been completely Inspection/Maintenance test, the test diagnosed. If this happens, the equipment will likely connect to the vehicle would not be ready for Metric English vehicle's Data Link Connector (DLC). inspection and might require several days of routine driving before the system is ready for inspection. This can happen if the Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 139 This light should come on briefly Electric Parking Brake Service Electric Parking when the engine is started. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it Light Brake Light will be ready to warn you if there is a problem. If the light comes on and stays on, there is a brake problem.

{ Warning Metric English If this light comes on and stays on, The brake system might not be This light comes on when the parking brake is applied. If the light continues there is a problem with a system on working properly if the brake the vehicle that is causing the parking system warning light is on. Driving flashing after the parking brake is released, or while driving, there is a brake system to work at a reduced with the brake system warning light level. The vehicle can still be driven, on can lead to a crash. If the light is problem with the Electric Parking Brake system. A message may also but should be taken to a dealer as still on after the vehicle has been soon as possible. See Electric Parking pulled off the road and carefully display in the Driver Information 0 Center (DIC). Brake 216. A message may also stopped, have the vehicle towed for display in the Driver Information service. If the light does not come on, Center (DIC). or remains flashing, see your dealer. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

140 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Antilock Brake System If both the ABS and the brake system For vehicles with the Tow/Haul Mode warning light are on, the vehicle's feature, this light comes on when the (ABS) Warning Light antilock brakes are not functioning Tow/Haul Mode has been activated. and there is a problem with the See Tow/Haul Mode 0 210. regular brakes. See your dealer for service. Winter Driving Mode Light See Brake System Warning Light 0 138. Sport Mode Light This light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn if there is a problem. This light comes on when Snow/Ice mode is selected. See Magnetic Ride If the light comes on while driving, Control 0 221. stop as soon as it is safely possible This light comes on when Sport mode and turn off the vehicle. Then start is selected. See Magnetic Ride Control Lane Keep Assist (LKA) the engine again to reset the system. 0 221. If the ABS light stays on, or comes on Light again while driving, the vehicle needs Tow/Haul Mode Light service. A chime may also sound when the light comes on steady. If the ABS light is the only light on, the vehicle has regular brakes, but the antilock brakes are not functioning. This light is green if LKA is available to assist. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 141 LKA may assist by gently turning the Traction Off Light StabiliTrak OFF Light steering wheel if the vehicle approaches a detected lane marking without using the turn signal in that direction. The LKA light will turn amber. This light is amber and flashes as a Lane Departure Warning (LDW) alert, to indicate that the lane marking has This light comes on briefly while This light comes on briefly while been crossed. starting the engine. If it does not, starting the engine. If it does not, See Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 246. have the vehicle serviced by your have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is working dealer. Vehicle Ahead Indicator normally, the indicator light then This light comes on when the turns off. StabiliTrak system is turned off. The traction off light comes on when If StabiliTrak is off, the Traction the Traction Control System (TCS) has Control System (TCS) is also off. been turned off by pressing and If StabiliTrak and TCS are off, the releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak button. system does not assist in controlling This light and the StabiliTrak OFF the vehicle. Turn on the TCS and the light come on when StabiliTrak is StabiliTrak systems, and the warning If equipped, this indicator will display turned off. light turns off. green when a vehicle is detected If the TCS is off, wheel spin is not See Traction Control/Electronic Stability ahead and amber when you are limited. Adjust driving accordingly. Control 0 218. following a vehicle ahead much too closely. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 218. See Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 240. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

142 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Traction Control System See Traction Control/Electronic Stability The engine coolant temperature Control 0 218. warning light comes on when the (TCS)/StabiliTrak Light engine has overheated. Engine Coolant If this happens, pull over and turn off Temperature Warning Light the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating 0 276. Tire Pressure Light

This light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on, have This light comes on briefly while the vehicle serviced by your dealer. starting the vehicle. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system For vehicles with the Tire Pressure If the light is on and not flashing, the is working normally the indicator light Monitor System (TPMS), this light TCS and potentially the StabiliTrak goes off. comes on briefly when the engine is system have been disabled. A Driver started. It provides information about Information Center (DIC) message tire pressures and the TPMS. may display. Check the DIC messages Caution to determine which feature(s) is no When the Light Is On Steady The engine coolant temperature longer functioning and whether the This indicates that one or more of the warning light indicates that the vehicle requires service. tires are significantly underinflated. vehicle has overheated. Driving with If the light is on and flashing, the TCS this light on can damage the engine A Driver Information Center (DIC) tire and/or the StabiliTrak system is and it may not be covered by the pressure message may also display. actively working. vehicle warranty. See Engine Stop as soon as possible, and inflate Overheating 0 276. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 143 the tires to the pressure value shown Low Fuel Warning Light on the Tire and Loading Information Caution (Continued) label. See Tire Pressure 0 305. vehicle serviced. Always follow the When the Light Flashes First and maintenance schedule for changing Then Is On Steady engine oil. If the light flashes for about a minute and then stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. If the problem is not corrected, the light will This light is near the fuel gauge and come on at every ignition cycle. See comes on briefly when the ignition is Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 308. turned on as a check to show it is working. Engine Oil Pressure Light It also comes on when the fuel tank is This light should come on briefly as low on fuel. The light turns off when Caution the engine is started. If it does not fuel is added. If it does not, have the come on, have the vehicle serviced by vehicle serviced. Lack of proper engine oil your dealer. maintenance can damage the If the light comes on and stays on, it Security Light engine. Driving with the engine oil means that oil is not flowing through low can also damage the engine. the engine properly. The vehicle could The repairs would not be covered be low on oil and might have some by the vehicle warranty. Check the other system problem. See your dealer. oil level as soon as possible. Add oil if required, but if the oil level is within the operating range and the oil pressure is still low, have the The security light should come on (Continued) briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

144 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS serviced by your dealer. If the system IntelliBeam Light Cruise Control Light is working normally, the indicator light turns off. If the light stays on and the engine does not start, there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent system. See Immobilizer Operation 0 48. This light comes on when the The cruise control light is white when High-Beam On Light IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is the cruise control is on and ready, and enabled. See Exterior Lamp Controls turns green when the cruise control is 0 164. set and active. 0 Lamps On Reminder See Cruise Control 222. Adaptive Cruise Control Light

This light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer 0 166. This light comes on when the exterior lamps are in use. See Exterior Lamp This light is white when the Adaptive Controls 0 164. Cruise Control (ACC, if equipped) is on and ready, and turns green when the ACC is set and active. See Adaptive Cruise Control 0 225. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 145 Door Ajar Light Information Displays SEL : Press to open a menu or select a menu item. Press and hold to reset Driver Information values on certain screens. Center (DIC) DIC Information Display Options The DIC is displayed in the The info displays on the DIC can be instrument cluster. It shows the status turned on or off through the of many vehicle systems. Settings menu. For vehicles equipped with this light, 1. Press SEL while viewing the it comes on when a door is open or Settings page in one of the not securely latched. Before driving, interactive display zones on the check that all doors are properly cluster. closed. 2. Scroll to Info Pages and press SEL. 3. Press y or z to move through the list of possible info displays. 4. Press SEL while an item is highlighted to select or deselect that item. When an item is selected, a checkmark will appear next to it. y or z : Move SEL up or down to go to the previous or next selection. DIC Information Displays S or T : Press to move between the The following is the list of all possible interactive display zones in the DIC information displays. Some of the cluster. Press S to go back to the information displays may not be previous menu. available for your particular vehicle. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

146 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Trip 1 or Trip 2 and Average Fuel Fuel Range : Shows the approximate display will show the amount of time Economy : The Trip display shows the distance the vehicle can be driven that has passed since the timer was current distance traveled, in either without refueling. LOW will be last reset. To stop the timer, press SEL kilometers (km) or miles (mi), since displayed when the vehicle is low on briefly while this display is active and the trip odometer was last reset. The fuel. The fuel range estimate is based the timer is running. To reset the trip odometer can be reset by pressing on an average of the vehicle's fuel timer to zero, press and hold SEL and holding SEL while this display is economy over recent driving history while this display is active. active. and the amount of fuel remaining in Turn Arrow : Shows the next The Average Fuel Economy display the fuel tank. maneuver when using route guidance. shows the approximate average liters Instantaneous Fuel Economy : Shows Estimated Time to Arrival : Shows per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or the current fuel economy in either the estimated time until arrival at miles per gallon (mpg). This number liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or your destination. is calculated based on the number of miles per gallon (mpg). This number L/100 km (mpg) recorded since the reflects only the approximate fuel Distance to Destination : Shows the last time this menu item was reset. economy that the vehicle has right distance to the destination when This number reflects only the now and changes frequently as driving using route guidance. approximate average fuel economy conditions change. Speed Limit : Shows the current that the vehicle has right now, and Average Speed : Shows the average speed limit. The information for this will change as driving conditions speed of the vehicle in kilometers per page comes from a roadway database. change. The Average Fuel Economy hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph). can be reset along with the trip Speed Warning : Allows the driver to This average is calculated based on set a speed that they do not want to odometer by pressing and holding SEL the various vehicle speeds recorded while this display is active. exceed. To set the Speed Warning, since the last reset of this value. The press SEL when Speed Warning is Also shows if the Active Fuel average speed can be reset by pressing displayed. Press or to adjust the Management is active and in and holding SEL while this display is y z V4 mode, or inactive and in V8 mode. active. value. This feature can be turned off See Active Fuel Management 0 205. by pressing and holding SEL while Timer : This display can be used as a viewing this page. If the selected timer. To start the timer, press SEL while this display is active. The Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 147 speed limit is exceeded, a pop-up monitoring the oil life, additional square inch (psi). If the pressure is warning is displayed and a chime may maintenance is recommended. See low, the value for that tire is shown in sound. Maintenance Schedule 0 347. amber. 0 Cruise Set Speed : Shows the speed The Oil Life display must be reset See Tire Pressure Monitor System 307 and Tire Pressure Monitor Operation the cruise control or Adaptive Cruise after each oil change. It will not reset 0 Control is set to. itself. Do not reset the Oil Life display 308. Follow Distance Indicator : When accidentally at any time other than Blank Page : Allows for no Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is not when the oil has just been changed. information to be displayed in the engaged, the current follow time to It cannot be reset accurately until the cluster info display areas. the vehicle ahead is displayed as a next oil change. To reset the engine time value on this page. When ACC oil life system, press and hold SEL for Head-Up Display (HUD) has been engaged, the display several seconds while the Oil Life display is active. See Engine Oil Life switches to the gap setting page. This 0 { Warning page shows the current gap setting System 270. along with the vehicle ahead indicator. Oil Pressure : Shows the engine oil If the HUD image is too bright or too high in your field of view, it Battery Voltage : Shows the current pressure in kPa (kilopascals) battery voltage. or psi (pounds per square inch). may take you more time to see things you need to see when it is Oil Life : Shows an estimate of the Engine Hours : Shows the total number of hours the engine has run. dark outside. Be sure to keep the oil's remaining useful life. HUD image dim and placed low in If REMAINING OIL LIFE 99% is Transmission Fluid Temperature : your field of view. displayed, that means 99% of the Shows the temperature of the current oil life remains. automatic transmission fluid in either If equipped with HUD, some When the remaining oil life is low, the degrees Celsius (°C) or degrees Fahrenheit (°F). information concerning the operation CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message of the vehicle is projected onto the will appear on the display. The oil Tire Pressure : Shows the windshield. The image is projected should be changed as soon as approximate pressures of all four tires. through the HUD lens on top of the possible. See Engine Oil 0 268. In Tire pressure is displayed in either addition to the engine oil life system kilopascal (kPa) or in pounds per Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

148 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS instrument panel. The information . Low Fuel appears as an image focused out Some vehicle messages or alerts toward the front of the vehicle. displayed in the HUD may be cleared by using the steering wheel controls. Caution See Vehicle Messages 0 151. If you try to use the HUD image as Some information shown may not be a parking aid, you may misjudge available on your vehicle if it is not the distance and damage your equipped with these features. vehicle. Do not use the HUD image as a parking aid.

HUD Display on the Vehicle The HUD information can be Windshield displayed in various languages. The speedometer reading and other The HUD may display some of the numerical values can be displayed in following vehicle information and either English or metric units. vehicle messages or alerts: The language selection is changed . Speed The HUD control is to the left of the through the radio and the units of . Tachometer measurement is changed through the steering wheel. . Audio instrument cluster. See Vehicle To adjust the HUD image: Personalization 0 152 and “Cluster . Phone Settings Menu” under Instrument 1. Adjust the driver seat. . Navigation Cluster 0 130. 2. Start the engine. . Collision Alert 3. Use the following settings to . Cruise Control adjust the HUD. . Lane Departure Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 149 $ : Press down or lift up to center Press SEL on the steering wheel the HUD image. The HUD image can controls while Head-up Display only be adjusted up and down, not Rotation is highlighted to enter Adjust side to side. Mode. Press y or z to adjust the ! : Press to select the display view. angle of the HUD display. Press S or Each press will change the T to highlight OK, then press SEL to display view. save the setting. CANCEL can also be Metric selected to cancel the setting. The D : Lift up and hold to brighten the vehicle must be in P (Park). See display. Press down and hold to dim Instrument Cluster 0 130. the display. Hold down to turn the display off. Press SEL on the steering wheel controls while Head-up Display The HUD image will automatically Rotation is highlighted to enter Adjust dim and brighten to compensate for English outside lighting. The HUD brightness Mode. Press y or z to adjust the control can also be adjusted as angle of the HUD display. Press S or Speed View : This display gives the needed. T to highlight OK, then press SEL to speedometer reading (in English or The HUD image can temporarily light save the setting. CANCEL can also be metric units), speed limit, Adaptive up depending on the angle and selected to cancel the setting. The Cruise Control speed, Lane Departure position of the sunlight on the HUD vehicle must be in P (Park). See Warning, and vehicle ahead indicator. 0 display. This is normal. Instrument Cluster 130. Some information only appears on vehicles that have these features, and Polarized sunglasses could make the HUD Views when they are active. HUD image harder to see. There are four views in the HUD. Head-Up Display (HUD) Rotation Some vehicle information and vehicle Option messages or alerts may be displayed in any view. This feature allows for adjusting the angle of the HUD image. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

150 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Metric Metric Metric

English English English Audio/Phone View : This displays the Navigation View : This displays the Performance View : This displays the speed view along with audio/phone speed view along with Turn-by-Turn speedometer reading, rpm reading, information. The current radio station, Navigation information. The compass transmission positions, and gear shift media type, and incoming calls will be heading is displayed when navigation indicator. displayed. routing is not active. Care of the HUD All HUD views may briefly display Navigation Turn-by-Turn Alerts audio information when the driver shown in the instrument cluster may Clean the inside of the windshield to uses the steering wheel controls to also be displayed in any HUD view. remove any dirt or film that could adjust the audio settings appearing in reduce the sharpness or clarity of the the instrument cluster. HUD image. Incoming phone calls appearing in the Clean the HUD lens with a soft cloth instrument cluster may also display in sprayed with glass cleaner. Wipe the any HUD view. lens gently, then dry it. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 151 HUD Troubleshooting Vehicle Messages . Ride Control Systems . Driver Assistance Systems Check that: Messages displayed on the DIC . Nothing is covering the HUD lens. indicate the status of the vehicle or . Cruise Control . HUD brightness setting is not too some action that may be needed to . Lighting and Bulb Replacement dim or too bright. correct a condition. Multiple messages may appear one after another. . Wiper/Washer Systems . HUD is adjusted to the proper . Doors and Windows height. The messages that do not require immediate action can be . Seat Belts . Polarized sunglasses are not worn. acknowledged and cleared by pressing . Airbag Systems . Windshield and HUD lens are SEL. The messages that require clean. immediate action cannot be cleared . Engine and Transmission until that action is performed. If the HUD image is not correct, . Tire Pressure All messages should be taken contact your dealer. . Battery seriously; clearing the message does The windshield is part of the HUD not correct the problem. system. See Windshield Replacement Engine Power Messages 0 285. If a SERVICE message appears, see your dealer. ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED Follow the instructions given in the This message displays when the messages. The system displays vehicle's propulsion power is reduced. messages regarding the following Reduced propulsion power can affect topics: the vehicle's ability to accelerate. If this message is on, but there is no . Service Messages observed reduction in performance, . Fluid Levels proceed to your destination. The . Vehicle Security performance may be reduced the next time the vehicle is driven. The vehicle . Brakes may be driven while this message is Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

152 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS on, but maximum acceleration and Vehicle Personalization . Video Voice-Over speed may be reduced. Anytime this . Valet Mode message stays on, or displays Use the audio system controls to repeatedly, the vehicle should be access the personalization menus for . Teen Driver taken to your dealer for service as customizing vehicle features. . Radio soon as possible. The following are all possible . Vehicle personalization features. Depending Vehicle Speed Messages on the vehicle, some may not be . Bluetooth SPEED LIMITED TO XXX available. . Apple CarPlay KM/H (MPH) Audio System Controls . Android Auto This message shows that the vehicle 1. Touch the desired feature to . Voice display a list of available options. speed has been limited to the speed . Display displayed. The limited speed is a 2. Touch to select the desired . Rear Camera protection for various propulsion and feature setting. vehicle systems, such as lubrication, . Return to Factory Settings thermal, suspension, Teen Driver if 3. Touch S Back to return to the equipped, or tires. previous menu or exit. . Software Information Touch SETTINGS from the Home Page . Wi-Fi on the infotainment display. Detailed information for each menu follows. Personalization Menus The following list of menu items may Time and Date be available: Manually set the time and date. See 0 . Time and Date Clock 124. . Rear Seat Reminder . Language Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 153 Rear Seat Reminder To enable valet mode: Manage Favorites This allows for a chime and a message 1. Enter a four-digit code on the This allows favorites to be edited. See when the rear door has been opened keypad. “Manage Favorites” in “Settings” under “ ” before or during operation of the 2. Select Enter to go to the Radio in the infotainment manual. vehicle. confirmation screen. Number of Favorites Shown Select Off or On. 3. Re-enter the four-digit code. Touch to set the number of favorites Language Touch LOCK or UNLOCK to lock or to display. Select Language, then select from the unlock the system. Touch Back to go Select the desired number or select available language(s). back to the previous menu. Auto and the infotainment system will Teen Driver automatically adjust the number of The selected language will display on favorites shown. the system, and voice recognition will See “Teen Driver” under “Settings” in reflect the selected language. the infotainment manual. Audible Touch Feedback Video Voice-Over This allows Audible Touch Feedback Radio to be turned on or off. When activated, the RSI will read Select to display the Radio menu and Select Off or On. aloud menu titles, menu listings, the following may display: pop-ups, alerts, and file titles from Bose AudioPilot audio and video media. . Manage Favorites This allows Bose AudioPilot to be . Number of Favorites Shown Select Off or On. turned on or off. . Audible Touch Feedback Valet Mode Select Off or On. . Bose AudioPilot This will lock the infotainment system Auto Volume and steering wheel controls. It may . Auto Volume also limit access to vehicle storage This feature adjusts the volume based . Maximum Startup Volume on vehicle speed and ambient noise. locations, if equipped. . Audio Cue Volume Select Off, Low, Medium-Low, Medium, Medium-High, or High. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

154 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Maximum Startup Volume Climate and Air Quality Select Off or On. This feature sets the maximum Select and the following may display: Auto Defog startup volume. If the vehicle is . Auto Fan Speed started and the volume is greater than When set to On, the auto defog comes this level, the volume is adjusted to . Auto Cooled Seats on when the climate control sensor detects high interior humidity. Air will this level. To set the maximum . Auto Heated Seats startup volume, touch + or − to be directed to the windshield. increase or decrease. . Auto Defog Select Off or On. Audio Cue Volume . Auto Rear Defog Auto Rear Defog This feature sets the volume of audio Auto Fan Speed If equipped, this feature will files played at system startup and This feature will set the auto fan automatically turn on the rear window shutdown. speed. defogger when the vehicle is first started in cold weather and turn off Select On, then touch + or − to Select Low, Medium, or High. increase or decrease the volume. when the vehicle is warmed. Auto Cooled Seats Select Off or On. Vehicle When enabled, this feature will Collision/Detection Systems Select and the following may display: automatically activate the cooled seats . Climate and Air Quality at the level required by the interior Select the Collision/Detection Systems temperature. See Heated and Cooled menu and the following may display: . Collision/Detection Systems 0 Front Seats 67. . Alert Type . Comfort and Convenience Select Off or On. . Forward Collision System . Lighting Auto Heated Seats . Rear Cross Traffic Alert . Power Door Locks When the vehicle is on, this feature . Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier . Remote Lock, Unlock, Start will automatically activate the heated seats at the level required by the . Park Assist vehicle's interior temperature. See . Lane Change Alert Heated and Cooled Front Seats 0 67. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 155 Alert Type Adaptive Cruise Go Notifier . Chime Volume This feature will set crash alerts to This feature will give a reminder that . Hands Free Liftgate Control beeps or seat vibrations. This setting Adaptive Cruise Control provides . Reverse Tilt Mirror affects all crash alerts including when it has brought the vehicle to a Forward Collision Alert, Lane complete stop behind another . Auto Mirror Folding Departure Warning, and Park Assist stopping vehicle, and then that vehicle . Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear alerts. See Driver Assistance Systems drives on. 0 Auto Running Boards 233. Select Off or On. Select Beeps or Safety Alert Seat. This allows the feature to be turned Park Assist on or off. See Power Assist Steps 0 45. Forward Collision System If equipped, this allows the feature to Select Off, On, or Extended. This feature will turn on or off be turned on or off. See Assistance Forward Collision Alert (FCA) and Systems for Parking or Backing 0 233. Auto Memory Recall Forward Automatic Braking (FAB). Select Off, On, or On with Towbar This feature automatically recalls the The Off setting disables all FCA and Attached. current driver’s previously stored 1 or FAB functions. With the Alert and 2 button positions when the ignition Brake setting, both FCA and FAB are Lane Change Alert is changed from off to on or ACC/ available. The Alert setting disables This allows the feature to be turned ACCESSORY. See Memory Seats 0 63. FAB. See Forward Automatic Braking 0 on or off. See Lane Change Alert (LCA) Select On or Off. (FAB) 242. 0 244. Easy Exit Options Select Off, Alert and Brake, or Alert. Select Off or On. Rear Cross Traffic Alert This feature automatically recalls the Comfort and Convenience previously stored exit button position This allows the Rear Cross Traffic Select and the following may display: when exiting the vehicle. See Memory Alert feature to be turned on or off. Seats 0 63. See Assistance Systems for Parking or . Auto Running Boards 0 Select Off or On. Backing 233. . Auto Memory Recall Select Off or On. . Easy Exit Options Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

156 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Chime Volume Select Off or On. Exit Lighting This allows the selection of the chime Auto Wipe in Reverse Gear This allows the selection of how long volume level. the exterior lamps stay on when When on and the front wiper is on, Touch + or − to adjust the volume. leaving the vehicle when it is dark the rear wiper will automatically outside. Hands Free Liftgate Control activate when the vehicle is shifted to R (Reverse). Select Off, 30 Seconds, 60 Seconds, The liftgate may be operated with a or 120 Seconds. kicking motion under the rear bumper. Select Off or On. Power Door Locks See Liftgate 0 41. Lighting Select Off, On-Open and Close, Select Power Door Locks and the Select the Lighting menu and the following may display: or On-Open Only. following may display: . Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout Reverse Tilt Mirror . Vehicle Locator Lights . Auto Door Unlock When on, the driver and/or passenger . Exit Lighting mirrors will tilt downward when the . Delayed Door Lock vehicle is shifted to R (Reverse) to Vehicle Locator Lights Unlocked Door Anti-Lockout improve visibility of the ground near This feature will flash the exterior the rear wheels. See Reverse Tilt lamps and allows some of the exterior When on, this feature will keep the Mirrors 0 51. lamps and most of the interior lamps driver door from locking when the vehicle is off, the driver door is open, Select Off, On - Driver and Passenger, to turn on briefly when K on the and locking is requested. All the doors On - Driver, or On - Passenger. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) will lock and only the driver door will transmitter is pressed to locate the 0 Auto Mirror Folding vehicle. unlock. See Lockout Protection 40. When on, the outside mirrors will Select On or Off. If Off is selected, the Delayed Door automatically fold or unfold when the Lock menu will be available. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Select Off or On. transmitter Q or K button is pressed and held. See Folding Mirrors 0 50. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 157 Auto Door Unlock Remote Unlock Light Feedback Remote Start Auto Heat Seats This allows selection of which of the When on, the exterior lamps will flash If equipped and turned on, this doors will automatically unlock when when unlocking the vehicle with the feature will turn the heated seats on the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). RKE transmitter. when using remote start on cold days. Select Off, All Doors, or Driver Door. Select Off or Flash Lights. Select Off or On. Delayed Door Lock Remote Lock Feedback Remote Window Operation When on, this feature will delay the This allows selection of what type of This allows the windows to be opened locking of the doors. To override the feedback is given when locking the when pressing K on the RKE delay, press the power door lock vehicle with the RKE transmitter. transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry switch on the door. Select Off, Lights and Horn, Lights (RKE) System Operation 0 29. Select Off or On. Only, or Horn Only. Select Off or On. Remote Lock, Unlock, Start Remote Door Unlock Passive Door Unlock Select Remote Lock, Unlock, Start and This allows selection of which doors This allows the selection of what the following may display: will unlock when pressing K on the doors will unlock when using the . Remote Unlock Light Feedback RKE transmitter. button on the driver door to unlock the vehicle. . Remote Lock Feedback Select All Doors or Driver Door. Select All Doors or Driver Door. . Remote Door Unlock Remote Start Auto Cool Seats Passive Door Lock . Remote Start Auto Cool Seats If equipped and turned on, this feature will turn the cooled seats on This allows passive locking to be . Remote Start Auto Heat Seats when using remote start on turned on or off and selects feedback. . Remote Window Operation warm days. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System 0 . Passive Door Unlock Select Off or On. Operation 29. . Passive Door Lock Select Off, On with Horn Chirp, or On. . Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

158 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Remote Left in Vehicle Alert Ringtones Apple CarPlay This feature sounds an alert when the Select to change the ring tone for the This feature allows Apple devices to RKE transmitter is left in the vehicle. specific phone. The phone does not be connected to the infotainment This menu also enables Remote No need to be connected to change the system through a USB port. Longer in Vehicle Alert. ring tone. Select Off or On. Select Off or On. Voice Mail Numbers Manage Apple CarPlay Devices Bluetooth This feature displays the voice mail Select to manage Apple devices. Apple number for all connected phones. To Select and the following may display: CarPlay must be on for this feature to change the voice mail number, select be accessed. . Pair New Device EDIT. Type a new number, then . Device Management select SAVE. Android Auto . Ringtones Text Message Alerts Select and the following may display: . Voice Mail Numbers This feature allows text messages to . Android Auto “ ” be received. See Text Messaging . Manage Android Auto Devices . Text Message Alerts under “Phone” in the infotainment Pair New Device manual. Android Auto Select to pair a new device. See Select Off or On. This feature allows Android devices to be connected to the infotainment “Pairing” under “Bluetooth Apple CarPlay (Infotainment Controls)” in the system through a USB port. infotainment manual. Select and the following may display: Select Off or On. Device Management . Apple CarPlay Manage Android Auto Devices Select to connect to a different phone . Manage Apple CarPlay Devices Select to manage Android devices. source, disconnect a phone, or delete Android Auto must be on for this a phone. feature to be accessed. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 159 Voice Select Off or On. Turn Display Off Select and the following may display: Display Select to turn the display off. Touch anywhere on the infotainment display . Confidence Threshold Select and the following may display: area or press any controls on the radio . Prompt Length . Mode center stack to turn the display on. . Audio Feedback Speed . Proximity Sensing Rear Camera . Display “What Can I Say?” Tips . Calibrate Touchscreen Select and the following may display: Confidence Threshold . Turn Display Off . Guidance Lines This feature allows the adjustment of Mode . Rear Park Assist Symbols the sensitivity of the speech recognition system. Select to change the display of the Guidance Lines infotainment system. Select Confirm More or Confirm Less. Select to turn Off or On. See Select Auto, Day, or Night. Assistance Systems for Parking or Prompt Length 0 Proximity Sensing Backing 233. This feature adjusts the voice prompt Rear Park Assist Symbols length. This allows the feature to be turned on or off. Select to turn Off or On. See Select Short or Long. Select Off, On, or On-Map Only. Assistance Systems for Parking or 0 Audio Feedback Speed Backing 233. Calibrate Touchscreen This feature adjusts the audio Return to Factory Settings feedback speed. Select to calibrate the touchscreen, then follow the prompts. Select and the following may display: Select Slow, Medium, or Fast. . Restore Vehicle Settings Display “What Can I Say?” Tips . Clear All Private Data This feature gives voice . Restore Radio Settings command tips. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

160 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Restore Vehicle Settings Wi-Fi Universal Remote This allows selection of restoring Select and the following may display: System vehicle settings. . Wi-Fi 0 Select Restore or Cancel. See Radio Frequency Statement 372. . Manage Wi-Fi Networks Clear All Private Data Wi-Fi Universal Remote System This allows selection to clear all This feature allows Wi-Fi networks to Programming private information from the vehicle. be turned off or on. Select Delete or Cancel. Select Off or On. Restore Radio Settings Manage Wi-Fi Networks This allows selection to restore radio Select to manage Wi-Fi networks. settings. Wi-Fi must be on for this feature to be Select Restore or Cancel. accessed. Software Information Select to view the infotainment system current software information.

If equipped, these buttons are in the overhead console. This system can replace up to three remote control transmitters used to activate devices such as garage door openers, security systems, and home automation devices. These Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 161 instructions refer to a garage door Make sure the hand-held transmitter button until the indicator light opener, but can be used for other has a new battery for quick and goes from a slow to a rapid devices. accurate transmission of the flashing light. Then release both Do not use the Universal Remote radio-frequency signal. buttons. system with any garage door opener Programming the Universal Some garage door openers may that does not have the stop and Remote System require substitution of Step 2 reverse feature. This includes any with the procedure under “Radio garage door opener model For questions or programming help, Signals for Canada and Some manufactured before April 1, 1982. see www.homelink.com/gm or call Gate Operators” later in this 1-800-355-3515. Read the instructions completely section. before programming the Universal Programming involves time-sensitive 3. Press and hold the newly Remote system. It may help to have actions, and may time out causing the programmed Universal Remote another person assist with the procedure to be repeated. system button for five seconds programming process. To program up to three devices: while watching the indicator light and garage door activation. Keep the original hand-held 1. Hold the end of the hand-held transmitter for use in other vehicles transmitter about 3 to 8 cm (1 to . If the indicator light stays on as well as for future programming. 3 in) away from the Universal continuously or the garage Erase the programming when vehicle Remote system buttons with the door moves when the button ownership is terminated. See “Erasing indicator light in view. The is pressed, then programming Universal Remote System Buttons” hand-held transmitter was is complete. There is no need later in this section. supplied by the manufacturer of to complete Steps 4–6. To program a garage door opener, the garage door opener receiver. . If the indicator light does not park outside directly in line with and 2. At the same time, press and hold come on or the garage door facing the garage door opener receiver. both the hand-held transmitter does not move, a second Clear all people and objects near the button and one of the three button press may be garage door. Universal Remote system required. For a second time, buttons to be used to operate the press and hold the newly garage door. Do not release either programmed button for Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

162 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS five seconds. If the light stays 6. Inside the vehicle, press and hold This may not be long enough for the on or the garage door moves, the newly programmed Universal Universal Remote system to pick up programming is complete. Remote system button for the signal during programming. . If the indicator light blinks two seconds and then release it. If the programming did not work, rapidly for two seconds, then If the garage door does not move replace Step 2 under “Programming changes to a solid light and or the lamp on the garage door the Universal Remote System” with the garage door does not opener receiver does not flash, the following: press and hold the same button move, continue with Press and hold the Universal Remote programming Steps 4–6. a second time for two seconds, then release it. Again, if the door system button while pressing and does not move or the garage releasing the hand-held transmitter door lamp does not flash, press button every two seconds until the and hold the same button a third signal has been successfully accepted time for two seconds, then by the Universal Remote system. The release it. Universal Remote system indicator light will flash slowly at first and then The Universal Remote system should rapidly. Proceed with Step 3 under now activate the garage door. “Programming the Universal Remote Repeat the process for programming System” to complete. Learn or Smart Button the two remaining buttons. 4. After completing Steps 1–3, Radio Signals for Canada and locate the Learn or Smart button Some Gate Operators inside the garage on the garage door opener receiver. The name For questions or programming help, and color of the button may vary see www.homelink.com/gm or call by manufacturer. 1-800-355-3515. 5. Press and release the Learn or Canadian radio-frequency laws and Smart button. Step 6 must be some U.S. gate operators require completed within 30 seconds of transmitter signals to time out or quit pressing this button. after several seconds of transmission. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS 163 Universal Remote System Reprogramming a Single Operation Universal Remote System Button Using the Universal Remote To reprogram any of the system System buttons: Press and hold the appropriate 1. Press and hold any one of the Universal Remote system button for at buttons. Do not release the least one-half second. The indicator button. light will come on while the signal is being transmitted. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without Erasing Universal Remote releasing the button, proceed System Buttons with Step 1 under “Programming ” Erase all programmed buttons when the Universal Remote System. vehicle ownership is terminated. To erase: 1. Press and hold the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash. This should take about 10 seconds. 2. Release both buttons. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

164 LIGHTING Exterior Lighting For vehicles first sold in Canada, the Lighting off position only works when the Exterior Lamp Controls vehicle is shifted into the P (Park) Exterior Lighting position. Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 164 AUTO : Automatically turns the Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . 166 exterior lamps on and off, depending Headlamp High/Low-Beam on outside lighting. Changer ...... 166 ; : Turns on the parking lamps Flash-to-Pass ...... 166 including all lamps, except the Daytime Running headlamps. Lamps (DRL) ...... 166 Automatic Headlamp System . . . 167 2 : Turns on the headlamps together Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 168 with the parking lamps and Turn and Lane-Change instrument panel lights. The exterior lamp control is on the Signals ...... 168 instrument panel to the left of the When the headlamps are turned on Cornering Lamps ...... 169 steering wheel. while the vehicle is on, the headlamps Interior Lighting will turn off automatically 10 minutes Turn the control to the following after the ignition is turned off. When Instrument Panel Illumination positions: Control ...... 169 the headlamps are turned on while Dome Lamps ...... 169 P : Turns off the automatic the vehicle is off, the headlamps will Reading Lamps ...... 170 headlamps and Daytime Running stay on for 10 minutes before Lamps (DRL). Turning the headlamp automatically turning off to prevent Lighting Features control to P again will turn the the battery from being drained. Turn Entry Lighting ...... 170 automatic headlamps and DRL the headlamp control to off and then Exit Lighting ...... 170 back on. back to the headlamp on position to Battery Load Management ...... 171 make the headlamps stay on for an Battery Power Protection ...... 171 additional 10 minutes. Exterior Lighting Battery Saver ...... 171 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

LIGHTING 165 IntelliBeam® System the windshield clear of debris to allow See Headlamp High/Low-Beam for best system performance. Changer 0 166 and Flash-to-Pass If equipped, this system turns the 0 166. vehicle's high-beam headlamps on and The high-beam headlamps remain on, off according to surrounding traffic under the automatic control, until one The high beams may not turn off conditions. of the following situations occurs: automatically if the system cannot detect other vehicle's lamps because The system turns the high-beam . The system detects an of any of the following: headlamps on when it is dark enough approaching vehicle's headlamps. . and there is no other traffic present. . The system detects a preceding The other vehicle's lamps are vehicle's taillamps. missing, damaged, obstructed from This b light comes on in the view, or otherwise undetected. instrument cluster when the . The outside light is bright enough . IntelliBeam system is enabled. that high-beam headlamps are not The other vehicle's lamps are required. covered with dirt, snow, and/or Turning On and Enabling IntelliBeam road spray. . The vehicle's speed drops below To enable the IntelliBeam system, . 20 km/h (12 mph). The other vehicle's lamps cannot with the turn signal lever in the be detected due to dense exhaust, neutral position, turn the exterior . The IntelliBeam system can be smoke, fog, snow, road spray, mist, lamp control to AUTO. The blue disabled by the high/low-beam or other airborne obstructions. high-beam on light appears on the changer or the flash-to-pass . The vehicle's windshield is dirty, instrument cluster when the high feature. If this happens, the cracked, or obstructed by beams are on. high/low-beam changer must be activated on then off within something that blocks the view of Driving with IntelliBeam two seconds to reactivate the the light sensor. The system only activates the high IntelliBeam system. The . The vehicle is loaded such that the beams when driving over 40 km/h instrument cluster light will come front end points upward, causing (25 mph). on to indicate the IntelliBeam is the light sensor to aim high and reactivated. not detect headlamps and There is a sensor near the top center taillamps. of the windshield, which automatically controls the system. Keep this area of Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

166 LIGHTING . The vehicle is being driven on Pull the turn signal lever toward you indicator on the instrument cluster winding or hilly roads. and release it to return to low-beam will come on. Release the lever to The automatic high-beam headlamps headlamps. return to normal operation. may need to be disabled if any of the above conditions exist. Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) Exterior Lamps Off DRL can make it easier for others to Reminder see the front of the vehicle during the If a door is open, a reminder chime day. Fully functional DRL are required sounds when the headlamps or When the high-beam headlamps are on all vehicles first sold in Canada. parking lamps are manually turned on on, this indicator light on the The DRL system comes on when the and the ignition is off. To turn off the instrument cluster will also be on. following conditions are met: chime, turn the exterior lamp control . The ignition is on. to off or AUTO and then back on, Flash-to-Pass or close and re-open the door. In the . The exterior lamp control is AUTO mode, the headlamps turn off This feature lets you use the in AUTO. once the ignition is off or remain on high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to . The transmission is not in until the headlamp delay ends (if P (Park). enabled in the DIC). See “Exit pass. It works even if the headlamps Lighting” under Vehicle Personalization are in the automatic position. . The light sensor determines it is 0 152. To use it, pull the turn signal lever daytime. toward you, then release it. When the DRL system is on, only the Headlamp High/Low-Beam If the headlamps are in the automatic DRL are on. The taillamps, sidemarker Changer position or on low beam, the lamps, instrument panel lights, and high-beam headlamps will turn on. other lamps will not be on. Push the turn signal lever toward the They will stay on as long as you hold instrument panel to change the When it begins to get dark, the the lever toward you. The high-beam headlamps from low to high beam. automatic headlamp system switches from DRL to the headlamps. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

LIGHTING 167 To turn off the DRL, turn the exterior when the light sensor detects a lamp control to O and then release. change in lighting lasting longer than For vehicles first sold in Canada, off the delay. will only work when the vehicle is If the vehicle is started in a dark parked. garage, the automatic headlamp system will come on immediately. Automatic Headlamp Once the vehicle leaves the garage, it System takes approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system to When it is dark enough outside, the change if it is bright enough outside. automatic headlamp system turns on During that delay, the instrument the headlamps at the normal cluster may not be as bright as usual. brightness, along with the taillamps, The vehicle has a light sensor on the Make sure the instrument panel sidemarker, parking lamps, and the top of the instrument panel that brightness control is in the full bright instrument panel lights. The radio controls the automatic headlamp position. See Instrument Panel lights will also be dim. system. Do not cover the sensor, Illumination Control 0 169. To turn off the automatic headlamp otherwise the headlamps may come To idle the vehicle with the automatic system, turn the exterior lamp control on when they are not needed. headlamp system off, turn the control to P and then release it. The system may also turn on the to the off position. headlamps when driving through a The headlamps will also stay on after parking garage, heavy overcast you exit the vehicle. weather, or a tunnel. This is normal. The regular headlamp system can be There is a delay in the transition turned on when needed. between the daytime and nighttime operation of the automatic headlamp Lights On with Wipers system so that driving under bridges If the windshield wipers are activated or bright overhead street lights does in daylight with the engine on, and not affect the system. The automatic the exterior lamp control is in AUTO, headlamp system is only affected Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

168 LIGHTING the headlamps, parking lamps, and When the hazard warning flashers are flash six times if Tow/Haul Mode is other exterior lamps come on. The on, the vehicle's turn signals will active. Holding the turn signal lever transition time for the lamps coming not work. for more than one second will cause on varies based on wiper speed. When the turn signals to flash until the the wipers are not operating, these Turn and Lane-Change lever is released. lamps turn off. Move the exterior Signals The lever returns to its starting lamp control to P or ; to disable position whenever it is released. this feature. If after signaling a turn or a lane change the arrows flash rapidly or do Hazard Warning Flashers not come on, a signal bulb could be burned out. Replace any burned out bulbs. If a bulb is not burned out, check the fuse. See Fuses and Circuit Breakers 0 288. Turn Signal On Chime An arrow on the instrument cluster If the turn signal is left on for more flashes in the direction of the turn or than 1.2 km (0.75 mi), a chime sounds lane change. at each flash of the turn signal. The Move the turn signal lever all the way message TURN SIGNAL ON will also up or down to signal a turn. appear in the Driver Information Raise or lower the lever for less than Center (DIC). To turn the chime and one second until the arrow starts to message off, move the turn signal lever to the off position. | : Press to make the front and rear flash to signal a lane change. This turn signal lamps flash on and off. causes the turn signals to Press again to turn the flashers off. automatically flash three times. It will Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

LIGHTING 169 Cornering Lamps Interior Lighting Dome Lamps If equipped with cornering lamps, they automatically come on when all of the Instrument Panel following occur: Illumination Control . The low-beam headlamps are on. . The turn signals are activated or the steering wheel is at a calibrated angle. . The vehicle speed is below the calibrated speed.

This feature controls the brightness of There are dome lamps in the overhead the instrument panel lights and is console and the headliner, if equipped. next to the exterior lamp control. To change the dome lamp settings, D : Move the thumbwheel up or press the following: down to brighten or dim the lights. OFF : Turns the lamps off, even when The brightness of the displays a door is open. automatically adjusts based on DOOR : The lamps come on outdoor lighting. The instrument automatically when a door is opened. panel illumination control will set the ON : Turns all dome lamps on. lowest level to which the displays will be automatically adjusted. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

170 LIGHTING Reading Lamps Lighting Features Entry Lighting Some exterior lamps and the interior lamps turn on briefly at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when K is pressed on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. When a door is Press m or n next to each reading opened, the interior lamps come on if lamp to turn it on or off. the dome lamp control is in the DOOR position. After about 30 seconds the exterior lamps turn off. Entry lighting can be disabled manually by changing the ignition out of the OFF position, There are reading lamps in the overhead console and the headliner, or by pressing the RKE transmitter Q if equipped. To operate, the ignition button. must be on or in ACC/ACCESSORY, This feature can be changed. See or using Retained Accessory “Vehicle Locator Lights” under Vehicle Power (RAP). Personalization 0 152. Exit Lighting Some exterior lamps and interior lamps come on at night, or in areas with limited lighting, when the driver door is opened after the ignition is turned off. The exterior lamps and Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

LIGHTING 171 interior lamps remain on for a set The battery can be discharged at idle recommended that the driver reduce amount of time, then automatically if the electrical loads are very high. the electrical loads as much as turn off. This is true for all vehicles. This is possible. The exterior lamps turn off because the generator (alternator) immediately by turning the exterior may not be spinning fast enough at Battery Power Protection lamp control off. idle to produce all the power that is needed for very high electrical loads. This feature shuts off the dome and This feature can be changed. See reading lamps if they are left on for Vehicle Personalization 0 152. A high electrical load occurs when more than 10 minutes when the several of the following are on, such ignition is off. This will keep the as: headlamps, high beams, fog lamps, battery from running down. Battery Load Management rear window defogger, climate control The vehicle has Electric Power fan at high speed, heated seats, engine Exterior Lighting Battery Management (EPM), which estimates cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads the battery's temperature and state of plugged into accessory power outlets. Saver charge. It then adjusts the voltage for EPM works to prevent excessive The exterior lamps turn off about best performance and extended life of discharge of the battery. It does this 10 minutes after the ignition is turned the battery. by balancing the generator's output off, if the parking lamps or headlamps When the battery's state of charge is and the vehicle's electrical needs. have been manually left on. This low, the voltage is raised slightly to It can increase engine idle speed to protects against draining the battery. quickly bring the charge back up. generate more power, whenever To restart the 10-minute timer, turn When the state of charge is high, the needed. It can temporarily reduce the the exterior lamp control to the O voltage is lowered slightly to prevent power demands of some accessories. position and then back to the ; or overcharging. The voltmeter gauge or Normally, these actions occur in steps 2 position. the voltage display on the Driver or levels, without being noticeable. In To keep the lamps on for more than Information Center (DIC), if equipped, rare cases at the highest levels of may show the voltage moving up or 10 minutes, the ignition must be on or corrective action, this action may be in ACC/ACCESSORY. down. This is normal. If there is a noticeable to the driver. If so, a DIC problem, an alert will be displayed. message might be displayed and it is Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

172 INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment Introduction Infotainment ...... 172 See the infotainment manual for information on the radio, audio players, phone, navigation system, Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE), and voice or speech recognition. It also includes information on settings. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

CLIMATE CONTROLS 173 Climate Control Systems 4. Driver and Passenger Heated and Climate Controls Cooled Seats (If Equipped) Dual Automatic Climate 5. Recirculation Climate Control Systems Control System 6. Rear Window Defogger Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...... 173 The climate control buttons on the 7. Defrost Rear Climate Control System . . . . 178 center stack and on the climate 8. AUTO (Automatic Operation) control display are used to adjust the Air Vents heating, cooling, and ventilation. Air Vents ...... 179 Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter ...... 180

Climate Control Display Center Stack Climate Controls 1. Outside Temperature Display 1. Driver and Passenger 2. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls Temperature Controls 2. Fan Control 3. Fan Control 3. OFF (Fan) 4. SYNC (Synchronized Temperature) 5. A/C Mode (Air Conditioning) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

174 CLIMATE CONTROLS 6. Climate Control Selection Climate Control Status Display When AUTO is lit, all four functions (Application Tray Button) operate automatically. Each function 7. Rear (Rear Climate Control can also be manually set and the Touch Screen) setting is displayed. Functions not manually set will continue to be 8. Air Delivery Mode Control automatically controlled, even if the Climate Control Display AUTO indicator is not lit. The fan, air delivery mode, air For automatic operation: conditioning, driver and passenger 1. Press AUTO. temperatures, and SYNC settings can 2. Set the temperature. Allow the be controlled by pressing CLIMATE on system time to stabilize. Then the infotainment home screen or the adjust the temperature as needed climate button on the infotainment for best comfort. display application tray. A selection can then be made on the front climate The climate control status display To improve fuel efficiency and to cool control page displayed. See the appears briefly when the climate the vehicle faster, recirculation may be infotainment manual. control buttons on the center stack automatically selected in warm are adjusted. The air delivery mode weather. The recirculation light will can be adjusted on the climate control not come on. Press @ to select display. recirculation; press it again to select Automatic Operation outside air. The system automatically controls the English units can be changed to fan speed, air delivery, air metric units through the instrument conditioning, and recirculation in cluster. See “Cluster Settings Menu” order to heat or cool the vehicle to the under Instrument Cluster 0 130. desired temperature. OFF : Press OFF to turn the fan on or off. When off is selected, the system will stop air from flowing into the Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

CLIMATE CONTROLS 175 cabin. If on is selected, any other rear climate control settings can now Air Delivery Mode Control : When buttons are pressed, or any knobs are be adjusted from the front the climate information is displayed, turned, the climate control system will passenger area. press the desired air delivery mode on turn on and operate at the current the climate control display to change Manual Operation setting. the direction of the airflow. The w / x : The temperature can be z 9 y : Touch the fan controls on selected air delivery mode button is adjusted separately for the driver and the climate control display or press lit. Pressing any of the air delivery the passenger. Press to increase or the fan control buttons, to increase or buttons cancels automatic air delivery decrease the temperature. Press and decrease the fan speed. Touch or press control and the direction of the hold to rapidly increase or decrease and hold the fan controls to adjust airflow can be controlled manually. the temperature. speed more quickly. The fan speed Press AUTO to return to automatic setting displays. Any adjustment of operation. The driver and passenger the fan speed cancels automatic fan temperatures can also be adjusted by To change the current mode, select control and the fan can be controlled one of the following: touching the controls on the climate manually. Press AUTO to return to control display. automatic operation. Y : Air is directed to the instrument panel outlets. SYNC : Touch SYNC on the climate To turn off the fan and climate control display to link all climate zone control system, press OFF on the \ : Air is divided between the settings to the driver settings. Adjust center stack climate controls. The instrument panel outlets and the floor the driver side temperature control to airflow will be blocked from entering outlets. change the linked temperature. When in all air delivery modes, except [ : Air is directed to the floor the passenger settings are adjusted, defrost. outlets. the SYNC button is displayed when the temperatures are unlinked. The maximum automatic fan speed - : Clears the windows of fog or can be set to low, medium, or high. To moisture. Air is directed to the Rear : If equipped, touch Rear on the adjust Auto Fan Max Speed, see windshield and floor outlets. front climate control display to open “Climate and Air Quality” under the rear climate control screen. The Vehicle Personalization 0 152. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

176 CLIMATE CONTROLS 0 : Clears the windshield of fog or @ : Press to alternate between Auto Defog off or on, see “Climate and frost more quickly. Air is directed to recirculating air inside the vehicle or Air Quality” under Vehicle Personalization 0 152. the windshield. Press 0 to turn on or pulling in outside air. The indicator off. Changing the air delivery mode light on the button is lit when Rear Window Defogger also turns the defrost off. recirculation mode is active. This helps to quickly cool the air inside the K : Press to turn the rear window A/C Mode : Touch AC Mode on the vehicle and reduce the entry of defogger on or off. An indicator light climate control display to turn the outside air and odors. on the button comes on to show that automatic air conditioning on or off. the rear window defogger is on. If the fan is turned off or the outside Pressing this button cancels automatic temperature falls below freezing, the recirculation. Press AUTO to return to The rear window defogger only works air conditioner will not run. automatic operation; recirculation when the ignition is on. The defogger runs automatically as needed. turns off if the ignition is turned off Press AUTO to return to automatic or to ACC/ACCESSORY. operation and the air conditioner runs Manual recirculation mode is not as needed. available when in Defrost or Defog The rear window defogger can be set modes. to automatic operation. When Auto Automatic Air Recirculation : When Rear Defog is selected, the rear the AUTO indicator light is on, the air Auto Defog : The climate control window defogger turns on is automatically recirculated as system uses a sensor to automatically automatically when the vehicle is first needed to help quickly cool the inside detect high humidity inside the started in cold weather and turns off of the vehicle. vehicle. When high humidity is when the vehicle is warmed. To turn detected, the climate control system The climate control system may have Auto Rear Defog on or off, see may adjust to outside air supply, turn “Climate and Air Quality” under a sensor to detect air pollution. When on the air conditioner, and direct Vehicle Personalization 0 152. using automatic air recirculation, the more air to the windshield. If the air quality control system may climate control system does not If equipped, the heated outside operate. To adjust the sensitivity of detect possible window fogging, it mirrors turn on when the rear window the air quality sensor, see “Climate returns to normal operation. To turn defogger button is on and help to and Air Quality” under Vehicle clear fog or frost from the surface of Personalization 0 152. the mirrors. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

CLIMATE CONTROLS 177 The vehicle also has auto heated and Sensor Caution cooled seats that turn on when the vehicle is on. The seats will activate at Do not try to clear frost or other the level required by the vehicle’s material from the inside of the interior temperature. The auto heated front windshield and rear window and cooled seats can be turned on or with a razor blade or anything else off. that is sharp. This may damage the See Vehicle Personalization 0 152 and rear window defogger grid and Heated and Cooled Front Seats 0 67. affect the radio's ability to pick up Remote Start Climate Control stations clearly. The repairs would Operation : If equipped with the not be covered by the vehicle remote start feature, the climate warranty. control system may run when the vehicle is started remotely. The system Driver and Passenger Heated and uses the driver’s previous settings to The solar sensor, on top of the Cooled Seats : If equipped, press I heat or cool the inside of the vehicle. instrument panel near the windshield, + The rear defog may come on during monitors the solar heat. or to heat the driver or passenger remote start based on cold ambient seatback only. conditions. The rear defog indicator The climate control system uses the sensor information to adjust the If equipped, press J or z to heat the light does not come on during a remote start. If equipped with heated temperature, fan speed, recirculation, driver or passenger seat cushion and or cooled seats, they may come on and air delivery mode for best seatback. during a remote start. comfort. If equipped, press C or { to cool the See Remote Vehicle Start 0 36 and If the sensor is covered, the automatic driver or passenger seat. See Heated Heated and Cooled Front Seats 0 67. climate control system may not work and Cooled Front Seats 0 67. properly. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

178 CLIMATE CONTROLS Rear Climate Control 6. Air Delivery Mode Control 9. Air Delivery Mode Control System Rear : Touch Rear on the front climate control display to open the If equipped, the rear climate control rear climate control screen. The rear system is on the rear of the center climate control settings can now be console. The settings can be adjusted adjusted from the front with the rear climate controls and the passenger area. rear climate display. O : Press O or REAR O to turn the rear climate control system on or off. If the rear climate control system is turned off using REAR O on the rear climate display, the O button and the Rear Climate Display temperature or air delivery mode buttons on the rear climate controls 1. Outside Temperature Display must be pressed within five seconds 2. Rear Climate Temperature to turn it back on. Control SYNC : Touch SYNC on the rear 3. Fan Control climate display to match the rear climate control temperature to the Rear Climate Controls 4. SYNC (Synchronized Temperatures) front climate control driver 1. Heated Rear Seats temperature. The SYNC button will be 5. REAR O (On/Off) lit. Press the temperature, MODE, 2. AUTO (Automatic Operation) or AUTO button twice to unlink the 6. Rear AUTO (Automatic 3. Temperature Control set driver and rear temperatures. The Operation) SYNC button turns off. 4. Fan Control 7. Front (Front Climate Control Rear Control Lockout : Touch Rear 5. O (On/Off) Touch Screen) Control Lockout on the rear climate 8. Rear Control Lockout display to lock or unlock control of Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

CLIMATE CONTROLS 179 the rear climate control system from w / x : Touch or press and hold the Air Vents the front climate control display. rear temperature controls on the rear When locked the rear climate control climate display or on the rear of the Adjustable air vents are in the center system cannot be adjusted from the center console to adjust the rear and on the side of the instrument panel. rear climate controls on the rear of passenger temperature. Press w for the center console. warmer air and press x for cooler air. Automatic Operation Y/ \/Y : Touch the desired mode Rear AUTO : Touch to turn on or off. on the rear climate display or the The air delivery and fan speed are MODE button on the rear of the controlled automatically. The AUTO center console to change the direction indicator appears on the display on of the airflow in the rear seating area. the rear of the center console. If the M L M L Mode or fan control buttons are or : Press or to heat the manually adjusted, this cancels the left or right outboard seat cushion and 0 automatic operation. seatback. See Heated Rear Seats 68. Manual Operation A«/ ªAª : Touch or press the 1. Slider Knob fan controls on the rear climate display or on the rear of the center 2. Thumbwheel console to increase or decrease the Move the slider knobs (1) to change airflow. Pressing A« when the the direction of the airflow. system is off will turn the system on. Use the thumbwheels (2) near the air The air delivery mode remains in its vents to open or close off the airflow. previous setting. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

180 CLIMATE CONTROLS Operation Tips Maintenance . Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air inlets at the base of Passenger Compartment the windshield that could block the flow of air into the vehicle. Air Filter . Clear snow off the hood to The filter reduces the dust, pollen, and improve visibility and help other airborne irritants from outside decrease moisture drawn into the air that is pulled into the vehicle. vehicle. The filter should be replaced as part of routine scheduled maintenance. See . When you enter a vehicle in cold 0 weather, press the fan up button Maintenance Schedule 347. To find out what type of filter to use, see to the maximum fan level before 0 2. Open the glove box completely driving. This helps clear the intake Maintenance Replacement Parts 356. and remove the two upper ducts of snow and moisture, and screws. reduces the chance of fogging the 3. Disconnect the electrical plug inside of the window. and remove the entire glove box. . Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects to help circulate the air inside of the vehicle more effectively. . Use of non-GM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the system. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle. 1. Before opening the glove box, remove the two lower screws (out of view). Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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4. Release the two tabs holding the service door. Open the service door and remove the old filter. 5. Install the new air filter. 6. Close the service door and secure the tabs. 7. Reverse the steps to reinstall the glove box. See your dealer if additional assistance is needed. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

182 DRIVING AND OPERATING Shifting Into Park ...... 203 Locking Rear Axle ...... 222 Driving and Shifting out of Park ...... 204 Automatic Level Control ...... 222 Operating Parking over Things That Burn ...... 205 Cruise Control Active Fuel Management ...... 205 Cruise Control ...... 222 Adaptive Cruise Control ...... 225 Driving Information Extended Parking ...... 205 Distracted Driving ...... 183 Engine Exhaust Driver Assistance Systems Defensive Driving ...... 184 Engine Exhaust ...... 205 Driver Assistance Systems ...... 233 Drunk Driving ...... 184 Running the Vehicle While Assistance Systems for Parking Control of a Vehicle ...... 184 Parked ...... 206 or Backing ...... 233 Braking ...... 184 Assistance Systems for Steering ...... 185 Automatic Transmission Driving ...... 240 Off-Road Recovery ...... 185 Automatic Transmission ...... 206 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Loss of Control ...... 186 Manual Mode ...... 209 System ...... 240 Off-Road Driving ...... 186 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 210 Forward Automatic Driving on Wet Roads ...... 190 Braking (FAB) ...... 242 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 191 Drive Systems Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) . . . . 244 Winter Driving ...... 192 Four-Wheel Drive ...... 211 Lane Change Alert (LCA) ...... 244 If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...... 193 Brakes Lane Departure Vehicle Load Limits ...... 193 Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . 215 Warning (LDW) ...... 246 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 246 Starting and Operating Parking Brake ...... 215 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 198 Electric Parking Brake ...... 216 Fuel Adjustable Throttle and Brake Brake Assist ...... 217 Fuel ...... 248 Pedal ...... 198 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 218 California Fuel Requirements . . . . 249 Ignition Positions ...... 199 Ride Control Systems Fuels in Foreign Countries ...... 249 Starting the Engine ...... 200 Traction Control/Electronic Fuel Additives ...... 249 Engine Heater ...... 201 Stability Control ...... 218 Filling the Tank ...... 249 Retained Accessory Driver Mode Control ...... 220 Filling a Portable Fuel Power (RAP) ...... 203 Magnetic Ride Control ...... 221 Container ...... 251 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 183 Trailer Towing Driving Information . Become familiar with vehicle General Towing Information . . . . 252 features before driving, such as Driving Characteristics and programming favorite radio Towing Tips ...... 252 Distracted Driving stations and adjusting climate Trailer Towing ...... 255 Distraction comes in many forms and control and seat settings. Program Towing Equipment ...... 258 can take your focus from the task of all trip information into any Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ...... 260 driving. Exercise good judgment and navigation device prior to driving. Conversions and Add-Ons do not let other activities divert your . Wait until the vehicle is parked to attention away from the road. Many Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . 262 retrieve items that have fallen to local governments have enacted laws the floor. regarding driver distraction. Become familiar with the local laws in . Stop or park the vehicle to tend to your area. children. To avoid distracted driving, keep your . Keep pets in an appropriate carrier eyes on the road, keep your hands on or restraint. the steering wheel, and focus your . Avoid stressful conversations attention on driving. while driving, whether with a . Do not use a phone in demanding passenger or on a cell phone. driving situations. Use a hands-free method to place or { Warning receive necessary phone calls. Taking your eyes off the road too . Watch the road. Do not read, take long or too often could cause a notes, or look up information on crash resulting in injury or death. phones or other electronic devices. Focus your attention on driving. . Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

184 DRIVING AND OPERATING Refer to the infotainment section for Average driver reaction time is about more information on using that { Warning three-quarters of a second. In that system and the navigation system, time, a vehicle moving at 100 km/h if equipped, including pairing and Drinking and then driving is very (60 mph) travels 20 m (66 ft), which using a cell phone. dangerous. Your reflexes, could be a lot of distance in an perceptions, attentiveness, and emergency. Defensive Driving judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can Helpful braking tips to keep in mind Defensive driving means “always have a serious — or even fatal — include: expect the unexpected.” The first step collision if you drive after drinking. . Keep enough distance between in driving defensively is to wear the you and the vehicle in front Do not drink and drive or ride with seat belt. See Seat Belts 0 75. of you. a driver who has been drinking. . Assume that other road users Ride home in a cab; or if you are . Avoid needless heavy braking. (pedestrians, bicyclists, and other with a group, designate a driver drivers) are going to be careless . Keep pace with traffic. who will not drink. and make mistakes. Anticipate If the engine ever stops while the what they might do and be ready. vehicle is being driven, brake normally . Allow enough following distance Control of a Vehicle but do not pump the brakes. Doing so could make the pedal harder to push between you and the driver in Braking, steering, and accelerating are front of you. down. If the engine stops, there will important factors in helping to control be some power brake assist but it will . Focus on the task of driving. a vehicle while driving. be used when the brake is applied. Once the power assist is used up, it Drunk Driving Braking can take longer to stop and the brake Death and injury associated with Braking action involves perception pedal will be harder to push. drinking and driving is a global time and reaction time. Deciding to tragedy. push the brake pedal is perception time. Actually doing it is reaction time. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 185 Steering Curve Tips Off-Road Recovery Electric Power Steering . Take curves at a reasonable speed. . This vehicle has electric power Reduce speed before entering a curve. steering. It does not have power steering fluid. Regular maintenance is . Maintain a reasonable steady not required. speed through the curve. If power steering assist is lost due to a . Wait until the vehicle is out of the system malfunction, the vehicle can curve before accelerating gently be steered, but may require increased into the straightaway. effort. Steering in Emergencies See your dealer if there is a problem. . There are some situations when If the steering assist is used for an steering around a problem may be extended period of time while the more effective than braking. The vehicle's right wheels can drop off vehicle is not moving, power assist the edge of a road onto the shoulder may be reduced. . Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn while driving. Follow these tips: If the steering wheel is turned until it 180 degrees without removing 1. Ease off the accelerator and then, reaches the end of its travel, and is a hand. if there is nothing in the way, held in that position for an extended steer the vehicle so that it period of time, power steering assist . Antilock Brake System (ABS) allows steering while braking. straddles the edge of the may be reduced. pavement. Normal use of the power steering 2. Turn the steering wheel about assist should return when the system one-eighth of a turn, until the cools down. right front tire contacts the See your dealer if there is a problem. pavement edge. 3. Turn the steering wheel to go straight down the roadway. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

186 DRIVING AND OPERATING Loss of Control . Slow down and adjust your driving surface. For contact information about according to weather conditions. the original equipment tires, see the Skidding Stopping distance can be longer warranty manual. There are three types of skids that and vehicle control can be affected One of the best ways for successful correspond to the vehicle's three when traction is reduced by water, off-road driving is to control the control systems: snow, ice, gravel, or other material speed. on the road. Learn to recognize . Braking Skid — wheels are not warning clues — such as enough rolling. water, ice, or packed snow on the { Warning road to make a mirrored surface . Steering or Cornering Skid — too When driving off-road, bouncing much speed or steering in a curve — and slow down when you have any doubt. and quick changes in direction can causes tires to slip and lose easily throw you out of position. cornering force. . Try to avoid sudden steering, This could cause you to lose control . Acceleration Skid — too much acceleration, or braking, including and crash. You and your passengers throttle causes the driving wheels reducing vehicle speed by shifting should always wear seat belts. to spin. to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to Defensive drivers avoid most skids by slide. Before Driving Off-Road taking reasonable care suited to existing conditions, and by not Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid . Have all necessary maintenance overdriving those conditions. But only the braking skid. and service work completed. skids are always possible. . Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, Off-Road Driving If the vehicle starts to slide, follow and check inflation pressure in all these suggestions: Four-wheel-drive vehicles can be used tires, including the spare, for off-road driving. Vehicles without if equipped. . Ease your foot off the accelerator four-wheel drive and vehicles not pedal and steer the way you want . Read all the information about equipped with All Terrain (AT) or the vehicle to go. The vehicle may four-wheel-drive vehicles in this On-Off Road (OOR) tires must not be straighten out. Be ready for a manual. driven off-road except on a level, solid second skid if it occurs. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 187 . Know the local laws that apply to Environmental Concerns off-road driving. Warning (Continued) . Always use established trails, To gain more ground clearance if passengers can be struck by roads, and areas that have been needed, it may be necessary to remove flying objects. Secure the set aside for public off-road the front fascia lower air dam, cargo properly. recreational driving and obey all if equipped. However, driving without . posted regulations. the air dam reduces fuel economy. Keep cargo in the cargo area as far forward and as low as . Do not damage shrubs, flowers, possible. The heaviest things trees, or grasses or disturb wildlife. Caution should be on the floor, . Do not park over things that burn. forward of the rear axle. Operating the vehicle for extended See Parking over Things That Burn periods without the front fascia . Heavy loads on the roof raise 0 205. the vehicle's center of gravity, lower air dam installed can cause Driving on Hills improper airflow to the engine. making it more likely to roll Reattach the front fascia air dam over. You can be seriously or Driving safely on hills requires good after off-road driving. fatally injured if the vehicle judgment and an understanding of rolls over. Put heavy loads what the vehicle can and cannot do. inside the cargo area, not on Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road the roof. { Warning Driving For more information about loading Many hills are simply too steep for { Warning the vehicle, see Vehicle Load Limits any vehicle. Driving up hills can 0 193 and Tires 0 299. cause the vehicle to stall. Driving . Unsecured cargo on the load down hills can cause loss of control. floor can be tossed about Driving across hills can cause a when driving over rough rollover. You could be injured or terrain. You or your killed. Do not drive on steep hills. (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

188 DRIVING AND OPERATING Before driving on a hill, assess the . Never go downhill forward or will work with the brakes to slow steepness, traction, and obstructions. backward with either the the vehicle and help keep the If the terrain ahead cannot be seen, transmission or transfer case in vehicle under control. get out of the vehicle and walk the hill N (Neutral). The brakes could before driving further. overheat and you could lose { Warning When driving on hills: control. Heavy braking when going down a . Use a low gear and keep a firm { Warning hill can cause your brakes to grip on the steering wheel. overheat and fade. This could cause . Maintain a slow speed. If the vehicle has the two-speed loss of control and you or others automatic or electronic transfer . When possible, drive straight up could be injured or killed. Apply the case, shifting the transfer case to or down the hill. brakes lightly when descending a N (Neutral) can cause your vehicle hill and use a low gear to keep . Slow down when approaching the to roll even if the transmission is in vehicle speed under control. top of the hill. P (Park). This is because the N (Neutral) position on the transfer . Use headlamps even during the If the vehicle stalls on a hill: day to make the vehicle more case overrides the transmission. visible. You or someone else could be 1. Apply the brakes to stop the injured. If leaving the vehicle, set vehicle, and then apply the { Warning the parking brake and shift the parking brake. transmission to P (Park). Shift the 2. Shift into P (Park) and then Driving to the top of a hill at high transfer case to any position but restart the engine. speed can cause an accident. There N (Neutral). . If driving uphill when the could be a drop-off, embankment, vehicle stalls, shift to cliff, or even another vehicle. You . When driving down a hill, keep R (Reverse), release the could be seriously injured or killed. the vehicle headed straight down. parking brake, and back As you near the top of a hill, slow Use a low gear because the engine straight down. down and stay alert. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 189 . Never try to turn the vehicle . Avoid turns that take the vehicle around. If the hill is steep across the incline of the hill. A hill { Warning enough to stall the vehicle, it that can be driven straight up or is steep enough to cause it to down might be too steep to drive Getting out of the vehicle on the roll over. across. Driving across an incline downhill side when stopped across puts more weight on the downhill an incline is dangerous. If the . If you cannot make it up the vehicle rolls over, you could be hill, back straight down wheels, which could cause a downhill slide or a rollover. crushed or killed. Always get out on the hill. the uphill side of the vehicle and . Surface conditions can be a . Never back down a hill in stay well clear of the rollover path. N (Neutral) using only the problem. Loose gravel, muddy brake. The vehicle can roll spots, or even wet grass can cause backward quickly and you the tires to slip sideways, downhill. Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, could lose control. If the vehicle slips sideways, it can or Ice hit something that will trip it — a . If driving downhill when the rock, a rut, etc. — and roll over. Use a low gear when driving in mud vehicle stalls, shift to a lower — the deeper the mud, the lower the . gear, release the parking Hidden obstacles can make the gear. Keep the vehicle moving to avoid brake, and drive straight steepness of the incline more getting stuck. down the hill. severe. If a rock is driven across with the uphill wheels, or if the Traction changes when driving on 3. If the vehicle cannot be restarted downhill wheels drop into a rut or sand. On loose sand, such as on after stalling, set the parking depression, the vehicle can tilt beaches or sand dunes, the tires tend brake, shift into P (Park), and even more. to sink into the sand. This affects turn the vehicle off. steering, accelerating, and braking. . If an incline must be driven Drive at a reduced speed and avoid 3.1. Leave the vehicle and across, and the vehicle starts to sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. seek help. slide, turn downhill. This should Traction is reduced on hard packed 3.2. Stay clear of the path the help straighten out the vehicle and prevent the side slipping. snow and ice and it is easy to lose vehicle would take if it control. Reduce vehicle speed when rolled downhill. driving on hard packed snow and ice. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

190 DRIVING AND OPERATING After operation in mud or sand, have { Warning Caution the brake linings cleaned and checked. These substances can cause glazing Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, Do not drive through standing and uneven braking. Check the body or rivers can be dangerous. Ice water if it is deep enough to cover structure, driveline, steering, conditions vary greatly and the the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust vehicle could fall through the ice; pipe. Deep water can damage the system for damage and check the fuel you and your passengers could axle and other vehicle parts. lines and cooling system for any drown. Drive your vehicle on safe leakage. surfaces only. If the standing water is not too deep, More frequent maintenance service is drive through it slowly. At faster required. See the Maintenance Schedule Driving in Water speeds, water can get into the engine 0 347. and cause it to stall. Stalling can { Warning occur if the exhaust pipe is under Driving on Wet Roads water. Do not turn off the ignition Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle Driving through rushing water can when driving through water. If the traction and affect your ability to stop be dangerous. Deep water can exhaust pipe is under water, the engine will not start. When going and accelerate. Always drive slower in sweep your vehicle downstream and these types of driving conditions and you and your passengers could through water, the brakes get wet and it may take longer to stop. See avoid driving through large puddles drown. If it is only shallow water, it “Driving on Wet Roads” later in this and deep-standing or flowing water. can still wash away the ground section. from under your tires. Traction could be lost, and the vehicle could After Off-Road Driving roll over. Do not drive through Remove any brush or debris that has rushing water. collected on the underbody or chassis, or under the hood. These accumulations can be a fire hazard. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 191 and you are going fast enough. When . Check all fluid levels and brakes, { Warning the vehicle is hydroplaning, it has tires, cooling system, and little or no contact with the road. transmission. Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not work as well in a quick There is no hard and fast rule about . Shift to a lower gear when going stop and could cause pulling to one hydroplaning. The best advice is to down steep or long hills. side. You could lose control of the slow down when the road is wet. vehicle. Other Rainy Weather Tips { Warning After driving through a large puddle Besides slowing down, other wet Using the brakes to slow the vehicle of water or a car/vehicle wash, weather driving tips include: on a long downhill slope can cause lightly apply the brake pedal until . Allow extra following distance. brake overheating, can reduce brake the brakes work normally. performance, and could result in a . Pass with caution. Flowing or rushing water creates loss of braking. Shift the strong forces. Driving through . Keep windshield wiping equipment transmission to a lower gear to let flowing water could cause the in good shape. the engine assist the brakes on a vehicle to be carried away. If this . Keep the windshield washer fluid steep downhill slope. happens, you and other vehicle reservoir filled. occupants could drown. Do not . Have good tires with proper tread ignore police warnings and be very depth. See Tires 0 299. { Warning cautious about trying to drive through flowing water. . Turn off cruise control. Coasting downhill in N (Neutral) or Hill and Mountain Roads with the ignition off is dangerous. Hydroplaning This can cause overheating of the Driving on steep hills or through brakes and loss of steering assist. Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can mountains is different than driving on Always have the engine running build up under the vehicle's tires so flat or rolling terrain. Tips include: and the vehicle in gear. they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough . Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

192 DRIVING AND OPERATING . Drive at speeds that keep the . Turn on Traction Control. See . Tie a red cloth to an outside vehicle in its own lane. Do not Traction Control/Electronic Stability mirror. swing wide or cross the Control 0 218. center line. . Antilock Brake System (ABS) { Warning . Be alert on top of hills; something improves vehicle stability during could be in your lane (e.g., stalled hard stops, but the brakes should Snow can trap engine exhaust car, accident). be applied sooner than when on under the vehicle. This may cause dry pavement. See Antilock Brake exhaust gases to get inside. Engine . Pay attention to special road signs 0 exhaust contains carbon monoxide (e.g., falling rocks area, winding System (ABS) 215. (CO), which cannot be seen or roads, long grades, passing or . Allow greater following distance smelled. It can cause no-passing zones) and take and watch for slippery spots. Icy unconsciousness and even death. appropriate action. patches can occur on otherwise clear roads in shaded areas. The If the vehicle is stuck in snow: surface of a curve or an overpass Winter Driving . Clear snow from the base of can remain icy when the the vehicle, especially any Driving on Snow or Ice surrounding roads are clear. Avoid blocking the exhaust pipe. Snow or ice between the tires and the sudden steering maneuvers and . road creates less traction or grip, so braking while on ice. Open a window about 5 cm (2 in) on the vehicle side that drive carefully. Wet ice can occur at . Turn off cruise control. about 0 °C (32 °F) when freezing rain is away from the wind, to begins to fall. Avoid driving on wet ice Blizzard Conditions bring in fresh air. or in freezing rain until roads can be Stay with the vehicle unless there is . Fully open the air outlets on treated. help nearby. If possible, use Roadside or under the instrument 0 panel. For Slippery Road Driving: Assistance. See Roadside Service 366. To get help and keep everyone in the . Adjust the climate control . Accelerate gently. Accelerating too vehicle safe: system to circulate the air quickly causes the wheels to spin inside the vehicle and set the and makes the surface under the . Turn on the hazard warning tires slick. flashers. (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 193 If stuck too severely for the traction pedal when the transmission is in Warning (Continued) system to free the vehicle, turn the gear. Slowly spinning the wheels in traction system off and use the the forward and reverse directions fan speed to the highest rocking method. See Traction Control/ causes a rocking motion that could “ setting. See Climate Control Electronic Stability Control 0 218. free the vehicle. If that does not get ” Systems. the vehicle out after a few tries, it For more information about CO, see { Warning might need to be towed out. If the Engine Exhaust 0 205. vehicle does need to be towed out, see If the vehicle's tires spin at high Towing the Vehicle 0 332. To save fuel, run the engine for short speed, they can explode, and you or periods to warm the vehicle and then others could be injured. The vehicle Vehicle Load Limits shut the engine off and partially close can overheat, causing an engine It is very important to know how the window. Moving about to keep compartment fire or other damage. much weight the vehicle can carry. Spin the wheels as little as possible warm also helps. This weight is called the vehicle and avoid going above 56 km/h If it takes time for help to arrive, (35 mph). capacity weight and includes the when running the engine, push the weight of all occupants, cargo, and accelerator pedal slightly so the all nonfactory-installed options. engine runs faster than the idle speed. Rocking the Vehicle to Get it Out Two labels on the vehicle may This keeps the battery charged to Turn the steering wheel left and right show how much weight it was restart the vehicle and to signal for to clear the area around the front designed to carry, the Tire and help with the headlamps. Do this as wheels. Turn off any traction system. little as possible, to save fuel. Loading Information label and the Shift back and forth between Certification/Tire label. R (Reverse) and a low forward gear, If the Vehicle Is Stuck spinning the wheels as little as Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels possible. To prevent transmission to free the vehicle when stuck in sand, wear, wait until the wheels stop mud, ice, or snow. spinning before shifting gears. Release the accelerator pedal while shifting, and press lightly on the accelerator Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

194 DRIVING AND OPERATING Tire and Loading Information Label The Tire and Loading Information { Warning label also shows the size of the Do not load the vehicle any original equipment tires (3) and heavier than the Gross Vehicle the recommended cold tire Weight Rating (GVWR), inflation pressures (4). For more or either the maximum front or information on tires and inflation see Tires 0 299 and Tire Pressure rear Gross Axle Weight Rating 0 (GAWR). This can cause 305. systems to break and change There is also important loading the way the vehicle handles. information on the vehicle This could cause loss of control Certification/Tire label. It may and a crash. Overloading can show the Gross Vehicle Weight also reduce stopping distance, Label Example Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle damage the tires, and shorten A vehicle specific Tire and Weight Rating (GAWR) for the the life of the vehicle. Loading Information label is front and rear axles. See attached to the center pillar “Certification/Tire Label” later in (B-pillar). The tire and loading this section. information label shows the “Steps for Determining Correct Load number of occupant seating Limit– positions (1), and the maximum 1. Locate the statement "The vehicle capacity weight (2) in combined weight of kilograms and pounds. occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on your vehicle’s placard. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 195 2. Determine the combined 6. If your vehicle will be towing 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ weight of the driver and a trailer, load from your 68 kg (150 lbs) × 2 = 136 kg passengers that will be riding trailer will be transferred to (300 lbs) in your vehicle. your vehicle. Consult this 3. Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = 317 kg (700 lbs) 3. Subtract the combined weight manual to determine how of the driver and passengers this reduces the available from XXX kg or XXX lbs. cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle.” 4. The resulting figure equals See Trailer Towing 0 255 for important the available amount of cargo information on towing a trailer, and luggage load capacity. For towing safety rules, and trailering tips. example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs. Example 2 (1400-750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) 1. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) 5. Determine the combined 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ weight of luggage and cargo 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 136 kg being loaded on the vehicle. (750 lbs) That weight may not safely Example 1 3. Available Cargo Weight = exceed the available cargo 113 kg (250 lbs) and luggage load capacity 1. Maximum Vehicle Capacity calculated in Step 4. Weight for Example 1 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

196 DRIVING AND OPERATING weight of the driver, passengers, Rating (GVWR). The GVWR and cargo should never exceed the includes the weight of the vehicle, vehicle's capacity weight. all occupants, fuel, and cargo. Certification/Tire Label The Certification/Tire label may also show the maximum weights for the front and rear axles, called Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). To find out the actual loads on the front and rear axles, weigh the vehicle at a weigh station. Your dealer can help with this. Be sure Example 3 to spread the load equally on both 1. Maximum Vehicle Capacity sides of the center line. Weight for Example 3 = The warranty does not cover parts 453 kg (1,000 lbs) or components that fail because of 2. Subtract Occupant Weight @ Label Example overloading. 91 kg (200 lbs) × 5 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) A vehicle specific Certification/ The label will help determine how 3. Available Cargo Weight = Tire label is attached to the much cargo and installed 0 kg (0 lbs) B-pillar. The label may show the equipment the vehicle can carry. size of the vehicle's original tires Refer to the vehicle's Tire and Using heavier suspension and the inflation pressures needed Loading Information label for components to get added to obtain the gross weight specific information about the durability might not change the capacity of the vehicle. This is vehicle's capacity weight and weight ratings. Ask your dealer to called Gross Vehicle Weight seating positions. The combined help load the vehicle properly. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 197 There is also important loading Automatic Level Control { Warning information for off-road driving in See Automatic Level Control 0 222. this manual. See “Loading the Things you put inside the If a weight-distributing hitch is vehicle can strike and injure Vehicle for Off-Road Driving” under Off-Road Driving 0 186. being used, it is recommended to people in a sudden stop or turn, allow the shocks to inflate, or in a crash. Add-On Equipment thereby leveling the vehicle prior . Put things in the cargo There may be a limit on how to adjusting the height. See area of the vehicle. Try to many people can be inside the “Hitches” under Towing Equipment spread the weight evenly. vehicle when carrying removable 0 258. . Never stack heavier things, items. Be sure to weigh the vehicle like suitcases, inside the before buying and installing the vehicle so that some of new equipment. them are above the tops of the seats. Caution . Do not leave an unsecured Overloading the vehicle may cause child restraint in the damage. Repairs would not be vehicle. covered by the vehicle warranty. Do . When you carry something not overload the vehicle. inside the vehicle, secure it whenever you can. Remember not to exceed the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) . Do not leave a seat folded of the front or rear axle. down unless you need to. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Starting and Operating Caution (Continued) New Vehicle Break-In replacement. Follow this breaking-in guideline every Caution time you get new brake linings. The vehicle does not need an . Do not tow a trailer during elaborate break-in. But it will break-in. See Trailer Towing perform better in the long run if 0 255 for the trailer towing you follow these guidelines: capabilities of the vehicle and . Keep the vehicle speed at more information. 88 km/h (55 mph) or less for Following break-in, engine speed Press the top of the switch to move the first 805 km (500 mi). and load can be gradually the pedals closer to your body. Press . Do not drive at any one increased. the bottom of the switch to move the constant speed, fast or slow, pedals away. for the first 805 km (500 mi). Adjustable Throttle and Before you start driving, fully press Do not make full-throttle the brake pedal to confirm the starts. Avoid downshifting to Brake Pedal adjustment is right for you. brake or slow the vehicle. If equipped, the position of the The vehicle may have a memory . Avoid making hard stops for throttle and brake pedals can be function, which lets pedal settings be the first 322 km (200 mi) or changed. saved and recalled. See Memory Seats so. During this time the new The pedals can only be adjusted when 0 63. brake linings are not yet the vehicle is in P (Park). broken in. Hard stops with new linings can mean premature wear and earlier (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 199 Ignition Positions Stopping the Engine/LOCK/OFF (No wheels turned off center. If this Indicator Lights) : When the vehicle happens, the vehicle may not start. is stopped, press ENGINE START/ Move the steering wheel from left to STOP once to turn the engine off. right while attempting to start the If the vehicle is in P (Park), the vehicle. If this does not work, the ignition will turn off, and Retained vehicle needs service. Accessory Power (RAP) will remain If the vehicle must be shut off in an active. See Retained Accessory Power emergency: 0 (RAP) 203. 1. Brake using a firm and steady If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the pressure. Do not pump the ignition will return to ACC/ brakes repeatedly. This may ACCESSORY and display the message deplete power assist, requiring SHIFT TO PARK in the Driver increased brake pedal force. Information Center (DIC). When the 2. Shift the vehicle to N (Neutral). The vehicle is equipped with Keyless vehicle is shifted into P (Park), the This can be done while the Access and has pushbutton start. ignition will turn off. vehicle is moving. After shifting The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Do not turn the engine off when the to N (Neutral), firmly apply the transmitter must be in the vehicle for vehicle is moving. This will cause a brakes and steer the vehicle to a the system to operate. If the loss of power assist in the brake and safe location. pushbutton start is not working, the steering systems and disable the 3. Come to a complete stop, shift to vehicle may be near a strong radio airbags. P (Park), and turn the ignition antenna signal causing interference to The vehicle may have an electric off. On vehicles with an the Keyless Access system. See Remote steering column lock. The lock is automatic transmission, the shift Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation 0 activated when the ignition is turned lever must be in P (Park) to turn 29. off and either front door is opened. the ignition off. To shift out of P (Park), the vehicle A sound may be heard as the lock 4. Set the parking brake. must be on or in ACC/ACCESSORY, actuates or releases. The steering See Parking Brake 0 215 or and the brake pedal must be applied. column lock may not release with the Electric Parking Brake 0 216. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

200 DRIVING AND OPERATING ON/RUN/START (Green Indicator Starting the Engine { Warning Light) : This mode is for driving and starting. With the ignition off, and the Move the shift lever to P (Park) or Turning off the vehicle while brake pedal applied, pressing the N (Neutral). The engine will not start moving may cause loss of power button once will turn the ignition on. in any other position. To restart the assist in the brake and steering Once engine cranking begins, release engine when the vehicle is already systems and disable the airbags. the button. Engine cranking will moving, use N (Neutral) only. While driving, only shut the vehicle continue until the engine starts. See off in an emergency. Starting the Engine 0 200. The ignition Caution will then remain on. Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the If the vehicle cannot be pulled over, Service Mode vehicle is moving. If you do, you and must be shut off while driving, press and hold ENGINE START/STOP This power mode is available for could damage the transmission. for longer than two seconds, or press service and diagnostics, and to verify Shift to P (Park) only when the twice in five seconds. the proper operation of the vehicle is stopped. malfunction indicator lamp as may be ACC/ACCESSORY (Amber Indicator required for emission inspection Light) : This mode allows some purposes. With the vehicle off, and the electrical accessories to be used when brake pedal not applied, pressing and Caution the engine is off. holding the button for more than If you add electrical parts or With the ignition off, pressing the five seconds will place the vehicle in accessories, you could change the button one time without the brake Service Mode. The instruments and way the engine operates. Any pedal applied will place the ignition audio systems will operate as they do system in ACC/ACCESSORY. when the ignition is on, but the resulting damage would not be vehicle will not be able to be driven. covered by the vehicle warranty. See The ignition will switch from ACC/ The engine will not start in Service Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 262. ACCESSORY to off after five minutes Mode. Press the button again to turn to prevent battery rundown. the ignition off. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 201 Starting Procedure transmission gently until the oil Caution (Continued) warms up and lubricates all 1. With the Keyless Access system, moving parts. the RKE transmitter must be in battery. Wait at least 15 seconds the vehicle. Press ENGINE between each try, to let the Engine Heater START/STOP with the brake cranking motor cool down. pedal applied. When the engine begins cranking, let go of the { Warning button. 2. If the engine does not start after five to 10 seconds, especially in Do not plug in the engine block The idle speed will go down as very cold weather (below −18 °C heater while the vehicle is parked in the engine gets warm. Do not or 0 °F), it could be flooded with a garage or under a carport. race the engine immediately too much gasoline. Try pushing Property damage or personal injury after starting it. the accelerator pedal all the way may result. Always park the vehicle If the RKE transmitter is not in to the floor and holding it there in a clear open area away from the vehicle, if there is as you press ENGINE START/ buildings or structures. interference, or if the RKE STOP, for up to a maximum of battery is low, the Driver 15 seconds. Wait at least Information Center (DIC) will 15 seconds between each try, to If equipped, the engine heater can display a message. allow the cranking motor to cool provide easier starting and better fuel down. When the engine starts, economy during engine warm-up in Caution let go of the button, and the cold weather conditions at or below accelerator. If the vehicle starts −18 °C (0 °F). Vehicles with an engine Cranking the engine for long briefly but then stops again, do heater should be plugged in at least periods of time, by returning the the same thing. This clears the four hours before starting. There may be an internal thermostat in the plug ignition to the START position extra gasoline from the engine. end of the cord, which will prevent immediately after cranking has Do not race the engine immediately after starting it. engine heater operation at ended, can overheat and damage Operate the engine and temperatures above −18 °C (0 °F). the cranking motor, and drain the (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

202 DRIVING AND OPERATING To Use the Engine Heater Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Open the hood and unwrap the function. An ungrounded vehicle. Possible heater cord electrical cord. The cord is by the outlet could cause an electric and thermostat damage could left front fender, next to the shock. occur. engine compartment fuse block. . Use a weatherproof, . While in use, do not let the Check the heater cord for heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated heater cord touch vehicle damage. If it is damaged, do not extension cord if needed. parts or sharp edges. Never use it. See your dealer for a Failure to use the close the hood on the replacement. Inspect the cord for recommended extension cord heater cord. damage yearly. in good operating condition, . Before starting the vehicle, or using a damaged heater or unplug the cord, reattach the 3. Plug the cord into a normal, extension cord, could make it grounded 110-volt AC outlet. cover to the plug, and overheat and cause a fire, securely fasten the cord. Keep property damage, electric the cord away from any { Warning shock, and injury. moving parts. . Do not operate the vehicle Improper use of the heater cord or with the heater cord an extension cord can damage the 4. Before starting the engine, be permanently attached to the cord and may result in overheating sure to unplug and store the cord and fire. (Continued) as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts. If you . Plug the cord into a do not, it could be damaged. three-prong electrical utility receptacle that is protected by The length of time the heater should a ground fault detection remain plugged in depends on several (Continued) factors. Ask a dealer in the area where you will be parking the vehicle for the best advice on this. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 203 Retained Accessory Leaving the Vehicle with the Warning (Continued) Power (RAP) Engine Running not move, even when you are on Some vehicle accessories may be used { Warning after the ignition is turned off. fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If the vehicle has a It can be dangerous to leave the The power windows and sunroof, four-wheel-drive transfer case with vehicle with the engine running. if equipped, will continue to work for a N (Neutral) position, and the The vehicle could move suddenly if up to 10 minutes or until any door is transfer case is in N (Neutral), the the shift lever is not fully in opened. vehicle will be free to roll, even if P (Park) with the parking brake The infotainment system will continue the shift lever is in P (Park). Be sure firmly set. to work for 10 minutes, until the the transfer case is in a drive gear. driver door is opened, or until the If towing a trailer, see Driving If you have four-wheel drive and ignition is turned on or placed in Characteristics and Towing Tips the transfer case is in N (Neutral), ACC/ACCESSORY. 0 252. the vehicle will be free to roll, even if the shift lever is in P (Park). So be Shifting Into Park 1. Hold the brake pedal down, then sure the transfer case is in a drive set the parking brake. gear – not in N (Neutral). { Warning See Parking Brake 0 215 or And, if you leave the vehicle with Electric Parking Brake 0 216. It can be dangerous to get out of the engine running, it could the vehicle if the shift lever is not 2. Move the shift lever into the overheat and even catch fire. You or fully in P (Park) with the parking P (Park) position by pulling the others could be injured. Do not brake firmly set. The vehicle can shift lever toward you and leave the vehicle with the engine roll. If you have left the engine moving it up as far as it will go. running unless you have to. running, the vehicle can move 3. Be sure the transfer case is in a suddenly. You or others could be drive gear – not in N (Neutral). If you have to leave the vehicle with injured. To be sure the vehicle will 4. Turn the ignition off. the engine running, be sure the (Continued) vehicle is in P (Park) and the parking Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

204 DRIVING AND OPERATING brake is firmly set before you leave it. the transmission. You will then be To shift out of P (Park): After you move the shift lever into able to pull the shift lever out of 1. Apply the brake pedal. P (Park), hold the regular brake pedal P (Park). down. Then, see if you can move the 2. Move the shift lever to the shift lever away from P (Park) without Shifting out of Park desired position. first pulling it toward you. If you can, This vehicle is equipped with an If you still are unable to shift out of it means that the shift lever was not P (Park): fully locked into P (Park). electronic shift lock release system. The shift lock release system is 1. Ease the pressure on the shift Torque Lock designed to prevent movement of the lever. shift lever out of P (Park), unless the If you are parking on a hill and you do 2. While holding down the brake ignition is on and the brake pedal is not shift the transmission into pedal, push the shift lever all the applied. P (Park) properly, the weight of the way into P (Park). vehicle may put too much force on The shift lock release is always 3. Move the shift lever to the the parking pawl in the transmission. functional except in the case of an desired position. You may find it difficult to pull the uncharged or low voltage (less than shift lever out of P (Park). This is 9 volt) battery. If you are still having a problem shifting, then have the vehicle called torque lock. To prevent torque If the vehicle has an uncharged serviced soon. lock, set the parking brake and then battery or a battery with low voltage, shift into P (Park) properly before you try charging or jump starting the leave the driver seat. battery. See Jump Starting - North When you are ready to drive, move America 0 329. the shift lever out of P (Park) before you release the parking brake. If torque lock does occur, you may need to have another vehicle push yours a little uphill to take some of the pressure from the parking pawl in Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 205 Parking over Things Extended Parking Engine Exhaust That Burn It is best not to park with the vehicle running. If the vehicle is left running, { Warning { Warning be sure it will not move and there is adequate ventilation. Engine exhaust contains carbon Things that can burn could touch See Shifting Into Park 0 203 and Engine monoxide (CO), which cannot be hot exhaust parts under the vehicle Exhaust 0 205. seen or smelled. Exposure to CO and ignite. Do not park over papers, If the vehicle is left parked and can cause unconsciousness and leaves, dry grass, or other things running with the Remote Keyless even death. that can burn. Entry (RKE) transmitter outside the Exhaust may enter the vehicle if: vehicle, it will turn off after one hour. . The vehicle idles in areas with Active Fuel Management If the vehicle is left parked and poor ventilation (parking running with the RKE transmitter garages, tunnels, deep snow This system allows the engine to inside the vehicle, it will turn off after that may block underbody operate on either all or half of its two hours. cylinders, depending on the driving airflow or tail pipes). conditions. The vehicle could turn off sooner if it . The exhaust smells or sounds is parked on a hill, due to lack of strange or different. When less power is required, such as available fuel. cruising at a constant vehicle speed, . The exhaust system leaks due the system will operate in the half The timer will reset if the vehicle is to corrosion or damage. taken out of P (Park) while it is cylinder mode, allowing the vehicle to . running. The vehicle exhaust system achieve better fuel economy. When has been modified, damaged, greater power demands are required, or improperly repaired. such as accelerating from a stop, passing, or merging onto a freeway, (Continued) the system will maintain full-cylinder operation. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

206 DRIVING AND OPERATING Running the Vehicle While Warning (Continued) Automatic Transmission Parked If equipped, there is an electronic shift . There are holes or openings It is better not to park with the engine lever position indicator within the in the vehicle body from running. instrument cluster. This display comes damage or aftermarket on when the ignition is turned on. modifications that are not If the vehicle is left with the engine completely sealed. running, follow the proper steps to be There are several different positions sure the vehicle will not move. for the shift lever. If unusual fumes are detected or if See Shifting Into Park 0 203 and Engine it is suspected that exhaust is Exhaust 0 205. coming into the vehicle: If parking on a hill and pulling a . Drive it only with the trailer, see Driving Characteristics and windows completely down. Towing Tips 0 252. . Have the vehicle repaired immediately. “ ” Never park the vehicle with the See Range Selection Mode under Manual Mode 0 209. engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that P: This position locks the drive has no fresh air ventilation. wheels. Use P (Park) when starting the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. When parked on a hill, especially when the vehicle has a heavy load, you might notice an increase in the effort to shift out of P (Park). See “Torque Lock” under Shifting Into Park 0 203. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 207 N: In this position, the engine does { Warning Warning (Continued) not connect with the wheels. To restart the engine when the vehicle is It is dangerous to get out of the be sure the transfer case is in a already moving, use N (Neutral) only. vehicle if the shift lever is not fully drive gear, Two-Wheel Drive High in P (Park) with the parking brake or Four-Wheel Drive High or { Warning firmly set. The vehicle can roll. Four-Wheel Drive Low — not in N (Neutral). See Shifting Into Park Shifting into a drive gear while the Do not leave the vehicle when the 0 engine is running. If you have left 203. engine is running at high speed is the engine running, the vehicle can dangerous. Unless your foot is move suddenly. You or others could R: Use this gear to back up. firmly on the brake pedal, the be injured. To be sure the vehicle vehicle could move very rapidly. will not move, even when you are Caution You could lose control and hit on fairly level ground, always set people or objects. Do not shift into the parking brake and move the Shifting to R (Reverse) while the a drive gear while the engine is shift lever to P (Park). vehicle is moving forward could running at high speed. See Shifting Into Park 0 203 and damage the transmission. The Driving Characteristics and Towing repairs would not be covered by the Tips 0 252. vehicle warranty. Shift to R (Reverse) only after the vehicle is Caution stopped. Shifting out of P (Park) or { Warning N (Neutral) with the engine running To rock the vehicle back and forth to at high speed may damage the If you have four-wheel drive, the get out of snow, ice, or sand without transmission. The repairs would not vehicle will be free to roll — even if damaging the transmission, see If the be covered by the vehicle warranty. 0 the shift lever is in P (Park) — if the Vehicle Is Stuck 193. Be sure the engine is not running at transfer case is in N (Neutral). So, high speed when shifting the (Continued) vehicle. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

208 DRIVING AND OPERATING The vehicle has a shift stabilization process, shifting might feel different Caution feature that adjusts the transmission as the transmission determines the shifting to the current driving best settings. A transmission hot message may conditions in order to reduce rapid display if the automatic When temperatures are very cold, the upshifts and downshifts. This shift transmission's gear shifting could be transmission fluid is too hot. stabilization feature is designed to Driving under this condition can delayed providing more stable shifts determine, before making an upshift, until the engine warms up. Shifts damage the vehicle. Stop and idle if the engine is able to maintain the engine to cool the automatic could be more noticeable with a cold vehicle speed by analyzing things such transmission. This difference in transmission fluid. This message as vehicle speed, throttle position, and shifting is normal. clears when the transmission fluid vehicle load. If the shift stabilization has cooled sufficiently. feature determines that a current L: This position allows selection of a vehicle speed cannot be maintained, range of gears appropriate for current the transmission does not upshift and driving conditions. If equipped, see D: This position is for normal driving. instead holds the current gear. “Range Selection Mode” under Manual If more power is needed for passing, In some cases, this could appear to be Mode 0 209. press the accelerator pedal down. a delayed shift, however the Use D (Drive) and Tow/Haul Mode transmission is operating normally. Caution when towing a trailer, carrying a The transmission uses adaptive shift heavy load, driving on steep hills, Spinning the tires or holding the controls. The adaptive shift control or driving off-road. Shift the process continually compares key shift vehicle in one place on a hill using transmission to a lower gear selection parameters to pre-programmed ideal only the accelerator pedal may if the transmission shifts too often. shifts stored in the transmission’s damage the transmission. The Downshifting the transmission in computer. The transmission repair will not be covered by the slippery road conditions could result constantly makes adjustments to vehicle warranty. If the vehicle is in skidding. See “Skidding” under Loss improve vehicle performance stuck, do not spin the tires. When of Control 0 186. according to how the vehicle is being stopping on a hill, use the brakes to used, such as with a heavy load or hold the vehicle in place. when the temperature changes. During this adaptive shift control Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 209 Normal Mode Grade Braking Manual Mode When the shift lever is moved from D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode), a This mode is enabled when the Range Selection Mode number displays next to the L, vehicle is started, but is not enabled indicating the current transmission in Range Selection Mode. It assists in range. maintaining desired vehicle speeds when driving on downhill grades by This number is the highest gear that using the engine and transmission to the transmission will command while slow the vehicle. The first time the operating in L (Manual Mode). All system engages for each ignition gears below that number are available. cycle, a DIC message will be displayed. As driving conditions change, the transmission can automatically shift To disable or enable Normal Mode If equipped, Range Selection Mode to lower gears. For example, when Grade Braking within the current helps control the vehicle's 5 (Fifth) is selected, 1 (First) through ignition cycle, press and hold the transmission and vehicle speed while 5 (Fifth) gears are automatically Tow/Haul button for five seconds. driving downhill or towing a trailer by shifted by the transmission, but When the button is released, the letting you select a desired range of 6 (Sixth) cannot be used until the requested mode change is made. gears. plus/minus button on the shift lever is A DIC message displays. To use this feature: used to change to the range. For other forms of grade braking, see 1. Move the shift lever to When the shift lever is moved from Tow/Haul Mode 0 210 and Cruise L (Manual Mode). D (Drive) to L (Manual Mode), a Control 0 222. 2. Press the plus/minus buttons on downshift may occur. The gear that Kickdown Mode the shift lever to select the the transmission is operating in when desired range of gears for current the shift lever is moved from D (Drive) The accelerator pedal provides an driving conditions. Or, hold the to L (Manual Mode) determines if a additional downshift after pressing plus/minus buttons to select the downshift occurs. See the following through the kickdown feature. highest or lowest range available chart. It requires extra pedal pressure near for the current vehicle speed. the end of its travel to engage. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Gear before shifting from D (Drive) to 10th 9th 8th 7th 6th 5th 4th 3rd 2nd 1st L (Manual Mode) Range after shifting from D (Drive) to L (Manual L7 L7 L7 L6 L5 L4 L3 L3 L2 L1 Mode) - Tow/Haul not engaged Range after shifting from D (Drive) to L (Manual L7 L7 L6 L5 L4 L3 L3 L3 L2 L1 Mode) - Tow/Haul engaged

Grade Braking is not available when Tow/Haul Mode performance, vehicle control, and Range Selection Mode is active. See enhanced transmission and engine Tow/Haul Mode 0 210. cooling when driving down steep hills While using Range Selection Mode, or mountain grades, towing, cruise control and the Tow/Haul Mode or hauling heavy loads. can be used. The selector button is on the end of the shift lever. Turn the Tow/Haul Caution Mode on and off by pressing the button. When the Tow/Haul Mode is Spinning the tires or holding the enabled, a light on the instrument vehicle in one place on a hill using cluster will come on. only the accelerator pedal may See Tow/Haul Mode Light 0 140 and damage the transmission. The Hill and Mountain Roads 0 191. repair will not be covered by the Also see “Tow/Haul Mode” under vehicle warranty. If the vehicle is The Tow/Haul Mode adjusts the Driver Mode Control 0 220. stuck, do not spin the tires. When transmission shift pattern to reduce stopping on a hill, use the brakes to shift cycling. This provides increased hold the vehicle in place. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 211 Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking Drive Systems { Warning Tow/Haul Mode Grade Braking is only enabled while the Tow/Haul Mode is Four-Wheel Drive If equipped with four-wheel drive, selected and the vehicle is not in the the vehicle will be free to roll if the Range Selection Mode. See “Tow/Haul If equipped, four-wheel drive engages the front axle for extra traction. transfer case is in N (Neutral), even Mode” listed previously and Manual when the shift lever is in P (Park). 0 Mode 209. Tow/Haul Mode Grade Be sure the transfer case is in a Braking assists in maintaining desired Caution — — vehicle speeds when driving on drive gear 2 m, 4 m, or 4 n not downhill grades by using the engine Do not drive on clean, dry in N (Neutral). See Shifting Into Park 0 and transmission to slow the vehicle. pavement in 4 m and 4 n (if 203. To disable or enable Tow/Haul Grade equipped) for an extended period of Braking within the current ignition time. These conditions may cause cycle, press and hold the Tow/Haul premature wear on the vehicle’s Caution button for five seconds. When the powertrain. button is released, the requested mode Extended high-speed operation in change is made. A DIC message is Driving on clean, dry pavement in 4 m 4 n may damage or shorten the life displayed. of the drivetrain. or 4 n may: See Towing Equipment 0 258. . Cause a vibration to be felt in the For other forms of grade braking, see Engagement noise and bump when steering system. Automatic Transmission 0 206 and shifting between 4 n and 4 m or from 0 Cruise Control 222. . Cause tires to wear faster. N (Neutral), with the engine running, . Make the transfer case harder to is normal. shift, and cause it to run noisier. Shifting into 4 n will turn Traction Control and StabiliTrak off. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 218. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

212 DRIVING AND OPERATING Automatic Transfer Case The indicator mark on the switch automatically based on driving must line up with the indicator light conditions. This setting provides before a shift can be commanded. To slightly lower fuel economy than 2 m. command a shift rotate the transfer case switch to the new desired Do not use AUTO mode, if equipped, position. The light will blink meaning to park on a steep grade with poor that the shift is in progress. When the traction such as ice, snow, mud, shift is completed the new position or gravel. In AUTO mode only the rear will be illuminated. If the transfer case wheels will hold the vehicle from cannot complete a shift command, it sliding when parked. If parking on a will go back to its last chosen setting. steep grade, use 4 m to keep all four The settings are: wheels engaged. N (Neutral) : Use only when the 4 m (Four-Wheel Drive High) : Use vehicle needs to be towed. this position when extra traction is If equipped, use the transfer case knob See Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 333 needed, such as when driving on next to the steering wheel to shift into or Towing the Vehicle 0 332. snowy or icy roads, when off-roading, and out of four-wheel drive. or when plowing snow. 2 m (Two-Wheel Drive High) : Use for All of the lights will blink on then off driving on most streets and highways. 4 n (Four-Wheel Drive Low) : This momentarily when the ignition is The front axle is not engaged. This setting engages the front axle and turned on. The light that remains on setting provides the best fuel delivers extra torque. Choose 4 n when will indicate the state of the economy. transfer case. driving off-road in deep sand, deep AUTO (Automatic Four-Wheel mud, or deep snow, and while If the indicator mark on the switch Drive) : Use when road surface climbing or descending steep hills. does not match up with the light then traction conditions are variable. When Shifting into 4 n will turn Traction that likely means the switch was driving in AUTO, the front axle is Control and StabiliTrak off. See moved when the ignition was off. engaged, and the vehicle's power is Traction Control/Electronic Stability sent to the front and rear wheels Control 0 218. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 213 Shifting Into 4 m or AUTO 2. Turn the knob to 4 n. Wait for 1. The vehicle must be stopped or moving less than 5 km/h (3 mph) the 4 indicator light to stop Turn the knob to the 4 m or AUTO n with the transmission in flashing before shifting the N (Neutral) and the ignition on. position at any speed, except from 4 n. transmission into gear. The indicator light will flash while It is best for the vehicle to be moving 1.6 to 3.2 km/h shifting and will remain on when the Caution shift is completed. (1 to 2 mph). Shifting Into 2 m Shifting the transmission into gear 2. Turn the knob to 4 m, AUTO, or before the requested mode indicator 2 m. Wait for the 4 m, AUTO, or light has stopped flashing could Turn the knob to 2 m at any speed, 2 m indicator light to stop damage the transfer case. except when shifting from 4 n. The flashing before shifting the indicator light will flash while shifting transmission into gear. and will remain on when the shift is If the transmission is in gear and/or completed. moving more than 5 km/h (3 mph), the Caution Shifting Into 4 n 4 n indicator light will flash for 30 seconds and not complete the shift. Shifting the transmission into gear When 4 n is engaged, keep vehicle After 30 seconds the transfer case will before the requested mode indicator speed below 72 km/h (45 mph). shift to 4 m. Turn the knob to 4 m to light has stopped flashing could damage the transfer case. To shift: display the indicator. With the vehicle moving less than 5 km/h (3 mph), and 1. The ignition must be on and the the transmission in N (Neutral), If the transmission is in gear and/or vehicle must be stopped or attempt the shift again. moving more than 5 km/h (3 mph), the moving less than 5 km/h (3 mph) with the transmission in Shifting Out of 4 n 4 m, AUTO, or 2 m indicator light will N (Neutral). It is best for the flash for 30 seconds but will not vehicle to be moving To shift: complete the shift. With the vehicle 1.6 to 3.2 km/h (1 to 2 mph). moving less than 5 km/h (3 mph), and the transmission in N (Neutral), attempt the shift again. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

214 DRIVING AND OPERATING Shifting Into N (Neutral) 7. With the engine running, verify 4. Turn the transfer case knob to To shift into N (Neutral): that the transfer case is in the desired setting. N (Neutral) by shifting the After the transfer case has 1. Park the vehicle on a level transmission to R (Reverse), then surface. shifted out of N (Neutral), the shift the transmission to N (Neutral) light will go out. 2. Set the parking brake and press D (Drive). There should be no and hold the brake pedal. movement of the vehicle while 5. Release the parking brake. See Parking Brake 0 215 or shifting the transmission. 6. Start the engine and shift the Electric Parking Brake 0 216. 8. Turn the engine off, and the transmission to the desired gear. 3. Start the vehicle or turn the ignition to ACC/ACCESSORY. ignition on. 9. Place the transmission shift lever 4. Shift the transmission to in P (Park). See Recreational 0 N (Neutral). Vehicle Towing 333. 10. Turn the ignition off. 5. Shift the transfer case to 2 m. Shifting Out of N (Neutral) 6. Turn the transfer case knob clockwise to N (Neutral) until it To shift out of N (Neutral): stops and hold it there until the 1. Set the parking brake. N (Neutral) light starts blinking. This will take at least 10 seconds. 2. Press and hold START/STOP for Then slowly release the knob to 5 seconds with your foot off the the 4 n position. The N (Neutral) brake to place the vehicle in Service Mode. light will come on when the transfer case shift to N (Neutral) 3. Shift the transmission to is complete. N (Neutral). Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 215 Brakes If driving safely on a wet road and it Using ABS becomes necessary to slam on the Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brakes and continue braking to avoid brake pedal down firmly and let ABS Antilock Brake a sudden obstacle, a computer senses work. You may hear the ABS pump or System (ABS) the wheels are slowing down. If one of motor operating and feel the brake the wheels is about to stop rolling, the This vehicle has an Antilock Brake pedal pulsate. This is normal. computer will separately work the System (ABS), an advanced electronic brakes at each wheel. braking system that helps prevent a Braking in Emergencies braking skid. ABS can change the brake pressure to ABS allows you to steer and brake at each wheel, as required, faster than When the vehicle begins to drive the same time. In many emergencies, any driver could. This can help you away, ABS checks itself. A momentary steering can help more than even the steer around the obstacle while motor or clicking noise may be heard very best braking. braking hard. while this test is going on, and it may even be noticed that the brake pedal As the brakes are applied, the Parking Brake moves a little. This is normal. computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in front of you, there If there is a problem with ABS, this will not be enough time to apply the warning light stays on. See Antilock brakes if that vehicle suddenly slows Brake System (ABS) Warning Light or stops. Always leave enough room 0 140. up ahead to stop, even with ABS. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

216 DRIVING AND OPERATING Set the parking brake by holding the Electric Parking Brake Before leaving the vehicle, check for regular brake pedal down, then the Y or PARK light to ensure that pushing down the parking brake the parking brake is applied. pedal. EPB Apply If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake To apply the EPB: 0 System Warning Light 138. 1. Be sure the vehicle is at a complete stop. Caution 2. Lift up the EPB switch Driving with the parking brake on momentarily. can overheat the brake system and The Y or PARK light will flash and cause premature wear or damage to then stay on once the EPB is fully brake system parts. Make sure that applied. If the Y or PARK light the parking brake is fully released The vehicle has an Electric Parking flashes continuously, then the EPB is and the brake warning light is off Brake (EPB). The EPB can always be only partially applied or there is a before driving. activated, even if the ignition is off. To problem with the EPB. A DIC message prevent draining the battery, avoid will display. Release the EPB and try To release the parking brake, hold the repeated cycles of the EPB system to apply it again. If the light does not regular brake pedal down, then push when the engine is not running. come on, or keeps flashing, have the down momentarily on the parking The system has a Y or PARK vehicle serviced. Do not drive the brake pedal until you feel the pedal 8 vehicle if the Y or PARK light is release. Slowly pull your foot up off Electric Parking Brake light, and a Service Parking Brake light. flashing. See your dealer. See Electric the parking brake pedal. If the parking 0 Parking Brake Light 0 139. brake is not released when you begin See Electric Parking Brake Light 139 and Service Electric Parking Brake Light to drive, a DIC message will appear 0 and a chime will sound warning you 139. that the parking brake is still on. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 217 If the 8 light is on, press the EPB The EPB is released when the Y or Brake Assist switch and hold it. Continue to hold PARK light is off. Y The Brake Assist feature is designed to the switch until the or PARK light If the 8 light is on, release the EPB by assist the driver in stopping or remains on. If the 8 light remains on, pressing and holding the EPB switch. decreasing vehicle speed in emergency see your dealer. Continue to hold the switch until driving conditions. This feature uses the stability system hydraulic brake the Y or PARK light is off. If either If the EPB is applied while the vehicle control module to supplement the is moving, the vehicle will decelerate light stays on after release is power brake system under conditions as long as the switch is pressed. If the attempted, see your dealer. where the driver has quickly and switch is pressed until the vehicle forcefully applied the brake pedal in comes to a stop, the EPB will remain Caution an attempt to quickly stop or slow applied. down the vehicle. The stability system The vehicle may automatically apply Driving with the parking brake on hydraulic brake control module the EPB in some situations when the can overheat the brake system and increases brake pressure at each vehicle is not moving. This is normal, cause premature wear or damage to corner of the vehicle until the ABS and is done to periodically check the brake system parts. Make sure that activates. Minor brake pedal pulsation correct operation of the EPB system. the parking brake is fully released or pedal movement during this time is and the brake warning light is off If the EPB fails to apply, block the rear normal and the driver should continue before driving. to apply the brake pedal as the driving wheels to prevent vehicle movement. situation dictates. The Brake Assist EPB Release feature will automatically disengage Automatic EPB Release when the brake pedal is released or To release the EPB: The EPB will automatically release if brake pedal pressure is quickly 1. Turn the ignition on or to ACC/ the vehicle is running, placed into decreased. ACCESSORY. gear, and an attempt is made to drive 2. Apply and hold the brake pedal. away. Avoid rapid acceleration when the EPB is applied, to preserve parking 3. Press the EPB switch brake lining life. momentarily. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

218 DRIVING AND OPERATING Hill Start Assist (HSA) Ride Control Systems also on automatically when the vehicle is started. See Trailer Sway This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist Control (TSC) 0 260. (HSA) feature, which may be useful Traction Control/Electronic when the vehicle is stopped on a Stability Control If cruise control is being used and grade sufficient enough to activate traction control or StabiliTrak begins HSA. This feature is designed to System Operation to limit wheel spin, cruise control will disengage. Cruise control may be prevent the vehicle from rolling, either The vehicle has a Traction Control forward or rearward, during vehicle ® turned back on when road conditions System (TCS) and StabiliTrak , an allow. drive off. After the driver completely electronic stability control system. stops and holds the vehicle in a These systems help limit wheel spin Both systems come on automatically complete standstill on a grade, HSA and assist the driver in maintaining when the vehicle is started and begins will be automatically activated. During control, especially on slippery road to move. The systems may be heard or the transition period between when conditions. felt while they are operating or while the driver releases the brake pedal and performing diagnostic checks. This is starts to accelerate to drive off on a TCS activates if it senses any of the normal and does not mean there is a grade, HSA holds the braking pressure drive wheels are spinning or beginning problem with the vehicle. for a maximum of two seconds to to lose traction. When this happens, It is recommended to leave both ensure that there is no rolling. The TCS applies the brakes to the spinning brakes will automatically release when wheels and reduces engine power to systems on for normal driving the accelerator pedal is applied within limit wheel spin. conditions, but it may be necessary to turn TCS off if the vehicle gets stuck the two-second window. It will not StabiliTrak activates when the vehicle in sand, mud, ice, or snow. See If the activate if the vehicle is in a drive gear senses a difference between the 0 “ and facing downhill, or if the vehicle Vehicle Is Stuck 193 and Turning intended path and the direction the ” is facing uphill and in R (Reverse). the Systems Off and On later in this vehicle is actually traveling. section. StabiliTrak selectively applies braking pressure to any one of the vehicle When the transfer case (if equipped) wheel brakes to assist the driver in is in Four-Wheel Drive Low, the keeping the vehicle on the intended stability system is automatically path. Trailer Sway Control (TSC) is disabled, g comes on, and the Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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appropriate message will appear on If d comes on and stays on: To turn off only TCS, press and the DIC. Both traction control and release . The traction off light i 1. Stop the vehicle. g StabiliTrak are automatically disabled displays in the instrument cluster. The in this condition. 2. Turn the engine off and wait appropriate message will display in 15 seconds. the DIC. To turn TCS on again, press 3. Start the engine. and release g. The traction off light i d displayed in the instrument cluster Drive the vehicle. If comes on and will turn off. stays on, the vehicle may need more time to diagnose the problem. If the If TCS is limiting wheel spin when g condition persists, see your dealer. is pressed, the system will not turn off The indicator light for both systems is until the wheels stop spinning. Turning the Systems Off and On in the instrument cluster. This To turn off both TCS and StabiliTrak, light will: press and hold g until the traction off . Flash when TCS is limiting light i and the StabiliTrak OFF light wheel spin g come on and stay on in the . Flash when StabiliTrak is activated instrument cluster, then release. The . Turn on and stay on when either appropriate message will display in system is not working the DIC. The button for TCS and StabiliTrak is To turn TCS and StabiliTrak on again, If either system fails to turn on or to on the center stack. activate, a message displays in the press and release g. The traction off Driver Information Center (DIC), and i d Caution light and the StabiliTrak OFF light comes on and stays on to indicate g in the instrument cluster turn off. that the system is inactive and is not Do not repeatedly brake or StabiliTrak will automatically turn on assisting the driver in maintaining accelerate heavily when TCS is off. control. The vehicle is safe to drive, if the vehicle exceeds 56 km/h The vehicle driveline could be but driving should be adjusted (35 mph). Traction control will damaged. accordingly. remain off. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

220 DRIVING AND OPERATING The vehicle has a Trailer Sway Control The Driver Mode Control has four When selected, the Sport Mode (TSC) feature and a Hill Start Assist modes: Tour, Sport, Snow/Ice, and indicator will display in the DIC. (HSA) feature. Tow/Haul. See Trailer Sway Control (TSC) 0 260 or Snow/Ice Mode 0 Press the Tow/Haul button to activate Hill Start Assist (HSA) 218. and deactivate the Tow/Haul Mode. Use when more traction is needed during slippery conditions. Adding accessories can affect the Press the MODE switch on the center vehicle performance. See Accessories The vehicle will upshift normally 0 console to select Tour, Sport, or Snow/ and Modifications 265. Ice. Pressing the switch will display a when the vehicle is moving. The graphic of all available ride modes and acceleration will adjust to help provide Driver Mode Control change to the next mode. The Tour a smoother launch. Driver Mode Control attempts to add and Sport Modes will feel similar on a When selected, the Snow/Ice Mode a sportier feel, provide a more smooth road. Select a new setting indicator will display in the DIC. whenever driving conditions change. comfortable ride, or assist in different Tow/Haul Mode weather conditions or terrain. This Tour Mode system simultaneously changes the Tow/Haul is a feature that assists software settings of various Use for normal city and highway when pulling a heavy trailer or a large sub-systems. Depending on the option driving to provide a smooth, soft ride. or heavy load. See Tow/Haul Mode 0 package, available features, and mode When selected, there will be no 210. selected, the suspension, steering, and indication in the DIC. Tow/Haul is designed to be most powertrain will change settings to Sport Mode effective when the vehicle and trailer achieve the desired mode combined weight is at least 75 percent characteristics. If the vehicle is Use where road conditions or personal of the vehicle’s Gross Combined equipped with Magnetic Ride Control, preference demand a more controlled Weight Rating (GCWR). See “Weight selecting the various Driver Modes response. of the Trailer” under Trailer Towing adjusts the ride of the vehicle to 0 255. enhance the ride performance for the The steering will change to provide road conditions and the more precise control. The Magnetic selected mode. Ride Control will change to provide better cornering performance. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 221 Tow/Haul is most useful under the Magnetic Ride Control following conditions: The Magnetic Ride Control monitors . When pulling a heavy trailer or a the suspension system. large or heavy load through rolling terrain Based on road conditions, steering wheel angle, and vehicle speed, the . When pulling a heavy trailer or a system automatically adjusts to large or heavy load in stop-and-go provide the best handling while traffic providing a smooth ride. The Tour and . When pulling a heavy trailer or a Sport Modes will feel similar on a large or heavy load in busy smooth road. parking lots where improved low Tour : Use for normal city and speed control of the vehicle is highway driving. This setting provides The vehicle is normally in Tour Mode. desired a smooth, soft ride. Sport Mode and Snow/Ice Mode are Operating the vehicle in Tow/Haul 8 Sport : Use where road conditions engaged when the Magnetic Ride when lightly loaded or with no trailer or personal preference demand more Control MODE button on the center at all will not cause damage. However, control. This setting provides more stack is pressed. Press the button to there is no benefit to the selection of “feel,” or response to road conditions. select the desired mode. Tow/Haul when the vehicle is 6 Snow/Ice : Use when more The Driver Information Center (DIC) unloaded. Such a selection when briefly displays the appropriate unloaded may result in unpleasant traction is needed during slippery conditions. message on vehicle startup or when a engine and transmission driving new mode is selected. characteristics and reduced fuel economy. Tow/Haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load. When selected, the Tow/Haul indicator will display in the instrument cluster. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

222 DRIVING AND OPERATING Locking Rear Axle height. The system is activated when Cruise Control the ignition is on and will Vehicles with a locking rear axle can automatically adjust vehicle height give more traction on snow, mud, ice, thereafter. The system may exhaust { Warning sand, or gravel. It works like a (lower vehicle height) for up to standard axle most of the time, but 10 minutes after the ignition has been Cruise control can be dangerous when traction is low, this feature will turned off. You may hear the air where you cannot drive safely at a allow the rear wheel with the most compressor operating when the height steady speed. Do not use cruise traction to move the vehicle. is being adjusted. control on winding roads or in heavy traffic. Automatic Level Control If a weight-distributing hitch is being used, it is recommended to allow the Cruise control can be dangerous on The automatic level control rear shocks to inflate, leveling the vehicle slippery roads. On such roads, fast suspension comes as a part of the prior to adjusting the hitch. changes in tire traction can cause Magnetic Ride Control system. excessive wheel slip, and you could This type of level control is fully lose control. Do not use cruise automatic and will provide a better control on slippery roads. leveled riding position as well as better handling under a variety of If equipped with cruise control, a passenger and loading conditions. An speed of about 40 km/h (25 mph) or air compressor connected to the rear more can be maintained without shocks will raise or lower the rear of keeping your foot on the accelerator. the vehicle to maintain proper vehicle Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 40 km/h (25 mph). If the Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control system begins to limit wheel spin while using cruise control, the cruise control Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 223 automatically disengages. See Traction +RES : If there is a set speed in When the cruise control has been set Control/Electronic Stability Control memory, press the control up briefly to the desired speed, a green cruise 0 218. If a collision alert occurs when to resume that speed or press and control indicator appears on the cruise control is activated, cruise hold to accelerate. If the cruise control instrument cluster and a cruise set control is disengaged. See Forward is already active, use to increase speed message appears on the Driver Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 240. vehicle speed. Information Center (DIC) and When road conditions allow you to SET− : Press the control down briefly Head-Up Display (HUD), if equipped. safely use it again, the cruise control to set the speed and activate cruise Resuming a Set Speed can be turned back on. control. If the cruise control is already If the brakes are applied, cruise active, use to decrease vehicle speed. If the cruise control is set at a desired control disengages. * speed and then the brakes are applied : Press to disengage cruise control or * is pressed, the cruise control is without erasing the set speed from disengaged without erasing the set memory. speed from memory. Setting Cruise Control Once the vehicle speed reaches about If J is on when not in use, SET− or 40 km/h (25 mph) or more, press +RES +RES could get pressed and go into up briefly. The vehicle returns to the previous set speed. cruise when not desired. Keep J off when cruise is not being used. Increasing Speed While Cruise Control is at a Set Speed To set cruise control: If the cruise control system is already 1. Press J. activated: 2. Get up to the desired speed. . Press and hold +RES up until the 3. Press and release SET−. vehicle accelerates to the desired J : Press to turn the system on and speed, then release it. off. A white indicator appears in the 4. Remove your foot from the instrument cluster when cruise is accelerator. turned on. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

224 DRIVING AND OPERATING . To increase vehicle speed in small Passing Another Vehicle While when driving on downhill grades by increments, press +RES up briefly. Using Cruise Control using the engine and transmission to For each press, the vehicle goes Use the accelerator pedal to increase slow the vehicle. about 1.6 km/h (1 mph) faster. the vehicle speed. When you take your To disable and enable Cruise Grade The speedometer reading can be foot off the pedal, the vehicle will slow Braking for the current ignition cycle, displayed in either English or metric down to the previous set cruise speed. press and hold the Tow/Haul button 0 units. See Instrument Cluster 130. While pressing the accelerator pedal for five seconds. A Driver Information The increment value used depends on or shortly following the release to Center (DIC) message displays. the units displayed. override cruise, briefly applying the For other forms of Grade Braking, see Reducing Speed While Cruise SET− control will result in cruise set Automatic Transmission 0 206 and Control is at a Set Speed to the current vehicle speed. Tow/Haul Mode 0 210. If the cruise control system is already Using Cruise Control on Hills Ending Cruise Control activated: How well the cruise control works on There are four ways to end cruise . Press and hold SET− down until hills depends on the vehicle speed, the control: the desired lower speed is reached, load, and the steepness of the hills. . Step lightly on the brake pedal. then release it. When going up steep hills, pressing * . To decrease the vehicle speed in the accelerator pedal may be . Press . small increments, press SET− necessary to maintain vehicle speed. When going downhill, Cruise Grade . Shift the transmission to down briefly. For each press, the N (Neutral). vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h Braking helps maintain the driver (1 mph) slower. selected speed. . To turn off cruise control, press J. The speedometer reading can be Cruise Grade Braking is enabled when displayed in either English or metric the vehicle is started and cruise Erasing Speed Memory units. See Instrument Cluster 0 130. control is active. It is not enabled in The cruise control set speed is erased The increment value used depends on Range Selection Mode. It assists in the units displayed. maintaining driver selected speed from memory if J is pressed or if the ignition is turned off. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 225 Adaptive Cruise Control ACC will not engage if the TCS or StabiliTrak electronic stability control { Warning If equipped with Adaptive Cruise system is disabled. Control (ACC), it allows for selecting ACC will not detect or brake for children, pedestrians, animals, the cruise control set speed and { Warning following gap. Read this entire section or other objects. before using this system. ACC uses a ACC has limited braking ability and Do not use ACC when: camera and radar sensors to detect may not have time to slow the other vehicles. See Radio Frequency . On winding and hilly roads or vehicle down enough to avoid a Statement 0 372. The following gap is when the sensors are blocked collision with another vehicle you the following time (or distance) by snow, ice, or dirt. The between your vehicle and a vehicle are following. This can occur when system may not detect a detected directly ahead in your path, vehicles suddenly slow or stop vehicle ahead. Keep the entire moving in the same direction. If no ahead, or enter your lane. Also see front of the vehicle clean. “Alerting the Driver” in this section. vehicle is detected in your path, ACC . Visibility is low, such as in Complete attention is always works like regular cruise control. fog, rain, or snow conditions. required while driving and you ACC performance is limited If a vehicle is detected in your path, should be ready to take action and ACC can speed up the vehicle or apply under these conditions. apply the brakes. See Defensive limited, moderate braking to maintain Driving 0 184. . On slippery roads where fast the selected following gap. To changes in tire traction can disengage ACC, apply the brake. If the cause excessive wheel slip. Traction Control System (TCS) or electronic stability control system activates while ACC is engaged, ACC may automatically disengage. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control 0 218. When road conditions allow ACC to be safely used, the ACC can be turned back on. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

226 DRIVING AND OPERATING [ : Press to select a following gap control is engaged, a green J time (or distance) setting for ACC of indicator will be lit on the instrument Far, Medium, or Near. cluster; the following gap will not The speedometer reading can be display. displayed in either English or metric When the vehicle is turned on, the units. See Instrument Cluster 0 130. cruise control mode will be set to the The increment value used depends on last mode used before the vehicle was the units displayed. turned off. Switching Between ACC and Regular Cruise Control { Warning If equipped, to switch between ACC Always check the cruise control and regular cruise control, press and J : Press to turn the system on or indicator on the instrument cluster hold *. A Driver Information Display off. The indicator turns white on the to determine which mode cruise (DIC) message displays. See Vehicle control is in before using the instrument cluster when ACC is 0 turned on. Messages 151. feature. If ACC is not active, the vehicle will not automatically brake +RES : Press the control up briefly to for other vehicles, which could resume the previous set speed or hold cause an accident if the brakes are upwards to accelerate. If ACC is not applied manually. You and already engaged, use to increase others could be seriously injured or vehicle speed. killed. SET– : Press the control down briefly ACC Indicator Regular Cruise to set the speed and activate ACC. Control Indicator If ACC is already engaged, use to decrease vehicle speed. When ACC is engaged, a green o * indicator will be lit on the instrument : Press to disengage ACC without cluster and the following gap will be erasing the selected set speed. displayed. When the regular cruise Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 227 Setting Adaptive Cruise Control . If the vehicle is stopped with the brake pedal applied, press RES+ If J is on when not in use, it could and release the brake pedal. ACC get pressed and go into ACC when not will hold the vehicle until RES+ or desired. Keep J off when cruise is the accelerator pedal is pressed. not being used. A green ACC indicator and the set Select the set speed desired for ACC. The ACC indicator displays on the speed display on the instrument This is the vehicle speed when no instrument cluster and Head-Up cluster. The vehicle ahead indicator vehicle is detected in its path. Display (HUD). When ACC is active, may be flashing if a vehicle ahead was the indicator will be lit green. present and moved. See “Approaching While the vehicle is moving, ACC will and Following a Vehicle” later in this not set at a speed less than 25 km/h Be mindful of speed limits, section. (15 mph), although it can be resumed surrounding traffic speeds, and when driving at lower speeds. weather conditions when selecting the Once ACC has resumed, if there is no set speed. vehicle ahead, if the vehicle ahead is To set ACC while moving: Resuming a Set Speed beyond the selected following gap, 1. Press J. or if the vehicle has exited a sharp If ACC is set at a desired speed and curve, then the vehicle speed will 2. Get up to the desired speed. then the brakes are applied, ACC is increase to the set speed. 3. Press and release SET–. disengaged without erasing the set speed from memory. Increasing Speed While ACC is at a 4. Remove your foot from the Set Speed accelerator. To begin using ACC again, press RES+ up briefly. Do one of the following: After ACC is set, it may immediately . Use the accelerator to get to the apply the brakes if a vehicle ahead is . If the vehicle is moving, it returns higher speed. Press SET– down. detected closer than the selected to the previous set speed. Release the control and the following gap. accelerator pedal. The vehicle will ACC can also be set while the vehicle now cruise at the higher speed. is stopped if ACC is on and the brake pedal is applied. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

228 DRIVING AND OPERATING When the accelerator pedal is . If ACC is holding the vehicle at a . To decrease speed while the pressed, ACC will not brake stop and there is another vehicle vehicle is stopped, press SET− because it is overridden. The ACC directly ahead, pressing RES+ will until the desired set speed is indicator will turn blue on the increase the set speed. Pressing displayed. instrument cluster. RES+ when there is no longer a Selecting the Follow Distance Gap . Press and hold +RES up until the vehicle ahead will cause ACC to desired set speed appears on the resume. When a slower moving vehicle is detected ahead within the selected display, then release it. Reducing Speed While ACC is at a following gap, ACC will adjust the Set Speed . To increase speed in small vehicle's speed and attempt to increments, briefly press +RES up. Do one of the following: maintain the follow distance gap For each press, the vehicle speed . Use the brake to get to the desired selected. increases by 1 km/h (1 mph). lower speed. Release the brake and Press [ on the steering wheel to . To increase speed in larger press SET– . The vehicle will now adjust the following gap. Each press increments, press and briefly hold cruise at the lower speed. cycles the gap button through three +RES up. For each press, the . Press and hold SET– down until settings: Far, Medium, or Near. vehicle speed increases by 5 km/h (5 mph). the desired lower speed is reached, When pressed, the current gap setting then release it. displays briefly on the DIC and HUD. When it is determined there is no . To decrease speed in smaller The gap setting will be maintained vehicle ahead or the vehicle ahead is − until it is changed. beyond the selected following gap, the increments, briefly press SET vehicle speed will increase to the set down. For each press, the vehicle Since each gap setting corresponds to speed. speed increases by 1 km/h (1 mph). a following time (Far, Medium, . To decrease speed in larger or Near), the following distance will The set speed can also be increased vary based on vehicle speed. The while the vehicle is stopped. increments, press and briefly hold SET− down. For each press, the faster the vehicle speed, the further . If stopped with the brake applied, vehicle speed decreases by back your vehicle will follow a vehicle press RES+ until the desired set 5 km/h (5 mph). detected ahead. Consider traffic and speed is displayed. weather conditions when selecting the Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 229 following gap. The range of selectable will pulse five times. See “Collision/ not exceed the set speed. It may apply gaps may not be appropriate for all Detection Systems” under Vehicle limited braking, if necessary. When drivers and driving conditions. Personalization 0 152. braking is active, the brake lights will Changing the gap setting See Defensive Driving 0 184. come on. The automatic braking may automatically changes the alert timing feel or sound different than if the Approaching and Following a sensitivity (Far, Medium, or Near) for brakes were applied manually. This is Vehicle the Forward Collision Alert (FCA) normal. feature. See Forward Collision Alert Stationary or Very Slow-Moving (FCA) System 0 240. Objects Alerting the Driver { Warning

ACC may not detect and react to stopped or slow-moving vehicles The vehicle ahead indicator is in the ahead of you. For example, the instrument cluster and HUD display. system may not brake for a vehicle This indicator only displays when a it has never detected moving. This vehicle is detected in your vehicle’s can occur in stop-and-go traffic or If ACC is engaged, driver action may path moving in the same direction. when a vehicle suddenly appears be required when ACC cannot apply If this indicator is not displaying, ACC due to a vehicle ahead changing sufficient braking when approaching a lanes. Your vehicle may not stop vehicle too rapidly. will not respond to or brake to vehicles ahead. and could cause a crash. Use When this condition occurs, the caution when using ACC. Your ACC automatically slows the vehicle collision alert symbol on the HUD will complete attention is always flash on the windshield. Either eight down and adjusts vehicle speed to follow the vehicle in front at the required while driving and you beeps will sound from the front, should be ready to take action and or both sides of the Safety Alert Seat selected following gap. The vehicle speed increases or decreases to follow apply the brakes. the vehicle in front of you, but will Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

230 DRIVING AND OPERATING ACC Automatically Disengages Notification to Resume ACC A DIC warning message may display ACC may automatically disengage and ACC will maintain a following gap indicating to shift to P (Park) before exiting the vehicle. See Vehicle the driver will need to manually apply behind a detected vehicle and slow 0 the brakes to slow the vehicle if: your vehicle to a stop behind the Messages 151. detected vehicle. . The sensors are blocked. { Warning . The Traction Control System (TCS) If the stopped vehicle ahead has or electronic stability control driven away and ACC has not If ACC has stopped the vehicle, and system has activated or been resumed, the vehicle ahead indicator if ACC is disengaged, turned off, disabled. will flash as a reminder to check or canceled, the vehicle will no traffic ahead before proceeding. In longer be held at a stop. The vehicle . There is a fault in the system. addition, the left and right sides of the can move. When ACC is holding the Safety Alert Seat will pulse three . The radar falsely reports blockage vehicle at a stop, always be times, or three beeps will sound. See when driving in a desert or remote prepared to manually apply the ”Alert Type” and “Adaptive Cruise Go area with no other vehicles or brakes. roadside objects. A DIC message Notifier” in “Collision/Detection may display to indicate that ACC Systems” under Vehicle Personalization 0 is temporarily unavailable. 152. The ACC active indicator will turn When the vehicle ahead drives away, { Warning white when ACC is no longer active. press +RES or the accelerator pedal to resume cruise control. If stopped for Leaving the vehicle without placing In some cases, when ACC will not more than two minutes or if the driver it in P (Park) can be dangerous. Do activate, regular Cruise Control may door is opened and the driver seat belt not leave the vehicle while it is be used. See “Switching Between ACC is unbuckled, the ACC automatically being held at a stop by ACC. Always and Regular Cruise Control” previously applies the Electric Parking Brake place the vehicle in P (Park) and in this section. Always consider (EPB) to hold the vehicle. The EPB turn off the ignition before leaving driving conditions before using either status light will turn on. See Electric the vehicle. cruise control system. Parking Brake 0 216. To resume ACC and release the EPB, press the accelerator pedal. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 231 ACC Override Warning (Continued) If using the accelerator pedal while ACC is active, the ACC indicator turns on an entrance or exit ramp. Always blue on the instrument cluster. ACC be ready to use the brakes if will resume operation when the necessary. accelerator pedal is not being pressed.

{ Warning { Warning The ACC will not automatically When following a vehicle and entering apply the brakes if your foot is On curves, ACC may respond to a a curve, ACC may not detect the resting on the accelerator pedal. vehicle in another lane, or may not vehicle ahead and accelerate to the set speed. When this happens, the vehicle You could crash into a vehicle have time to react to a vehicle in ahead indicator will not appear. ahead of you. your lane. You could crash into a vehicle ahead of you, or lose control of your vehicle. Give extra attention Curves in the Road in curves and be ready to use the brakes if necessary. Select an { Warning appropriate speed while driving in curves. On curves, ACC may not detect a vehicle ahead in your lane. You could be startled if the vehicle ACC may operate differently in a accelerates up to the set speed, sharp curve. It may reduce the vehicle especially when following a vehicle speed if the curve is too sharp. ACC may detect a vehicle that is not exiting or entering exit ramps. You in your lane and apply the brakes. could lose control of the vehicle or crash. Do not use ACC while driving (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

232 DRIVING AND OPERATING ACC may occasionally provide an alert Do Not Use ACC on Hills and When Erasing Speed Memory Towing a Trailer and/or braking that is considered The cruise control set speed is erased unnecessary. It could respond to vehicles in different lanes, signs, from memory if J is pressed or if guardrails, and other stationary the ignition is turned off. objects when entering or exiting a Cleaning the Sensing System curve. This is normal operation. The vehicle does not need service. The camera sensor on the windshield ahead of the rearview mirror and the Other Vehicle Lane Changes radar sensors on the front of the vehicle can become blocked by snow, ice, dirt, or mud. These areas need to be cleaned for ACC to operate Do not use ACC when driving on steep properly. hills or when towing a trailer. ACC will not detect a vehicle in the lane while If ACC will not operate, regular Cruise driving on steep hills. The driver will Control may be available. See often need to take over acceleration “Switching Between ACC and Regular and braking on steep hills, especially Cruise Control” previously in this when towing a trailer. If the brakes are section. Always consider driving applied, the ACC disengages. conditions before using either cruise ACC will not detect a vehicle ahead control system. until it is completely in the lane. The Disengaging ACC For cleaning instructions, see brakes may need to be manually There are three ways to applied. “Washing the Vehicle” under Exterior disengage ACC: Care 0 337. . Step lightly on the brake pedal. System operation may also be limited . Press *. under snow, heavy rain, or road spray conditions. . Press J. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 233 Audible or Safety Alert Seat Driver Assistance Warning (Continued) Systems Some driver assistance features alert . Detect vehicles or objects the driver of obstacles by beeping. To This vehicle may have features that outside the area monitored by change the volume of the warning work together to help avoid crashes or the system. chime, see “Comfort and Convenience” reduce crash damage while driving, under Vehicle Personalization 0 152. . Work at all driving speeds. backing, and parking. Read this entire If equipped with the Safety Alert Seat, . section before using these systems. Warn you or provide you with the driver seat cushion may provide a enough time to avoid a crash. vibrating pulse alert instead of { Warning . Work under poor visibility or beeping. To change this, see bad weather conditions. “Collision/Detection Systems” under Do not rely on the Driver Vehicle Personalization 0 152. Assistance Systems. These systems . Work if the detection sensor do not replace the need for paying is not cleaned or is covered by ice, snow, mud, or dirt. Assistance Systems for attention and driving safely. You may not hear or feel alerts or . Work if the detection sensor Parking or Backing warnings provided by these is covered up, such as with a If equipped, the Rear Vision Camera systems. Failure to use proper care sticker, magnet, or metal (RVC), Rear Parking Assist (RPA), when driving may result in injury, plate. Front Parking Assist (FPA), Surround death, or vehicle damage. See . Work if the area surrounding Vision, Front Vision Camera, Reverse Defensive Driving 0 184. the detection sensor is Automatic Braking (RAB) and Backing Warning System, Rear Cross Traffic Under many conditions, these damaged or not properly repaired. Alert (RCTA), and Automatic Parking systems will not: Assist (APA) may help the driver park . Detect children, pedestrians, Complete attention is always or avoid objects. Always check around bicyclists, or animals. required while driving, and you the vehicle when parking or backing. should be ready to take action and (Continued) apply the brakes and/or steer the vehicle to avoid crashes. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

234 DRIVING AND OPERATING Rear Vision Camera (RVC) display. The front camera is in the When the vehicle is shifted into grille or near the front emblem, the R (Reverse), the RVC displays an side cameras are on the bottom of the image of the area behind the vehicle outside rearview mirrors, and the rear in the infotainment display. The camera is above the license plate. previous screen displays when the vehicle is shifted out of R (Reverse) { Warning after a short delay. To return to the previous screen sooner, press any The Surround Vision cameras have button on the infotainment system, 1. View Displayed by the Rear blind spots and will not display all shift into P (Park), or reach a vehicle Vision Camera objects near the corners of the speed of approximately 12 km/h 2. Corners of the Rear Bumper vehicle. Folding side mirrors that are out of position will not display (8 mph). The rear vision camera is Displayed images may be farther or surround view correctly. Always above the license plate. closer than they appear. The area displayed is limited and objects that check around the vehicle when are close to either corner of the parking or backing. bumper or under the bumper do not display. A warning triangle may display to show that Rear Parking Assist (RPA) has detected an object. This triangle changes from amber to red and increases in size the closer the object. Surround Vision If equipped, Surround Vision displays an image of the area surrounding the 1. View Displayed by the Rear vehicle, along with the front or rear 1. Views Displayed by the Vision Camera camera views in the infotainment Surround Vision Cameras Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 235 2. Area Not Shown If equipped, a view of the area in front Parking Assist of the vehicle shows in the With Front and Rear Parking Assist, infotainment display. The view as the vehicle moves at speeds of less displays after shifting from R (Reverse) than 8 km/h (5 mph) the sensors on to a forward gear, or by touching the bumpers may detect objects up to CAMERA on the infotainment display, 1.2 m (4 ft) in front and 2.5 m (8 ft) and when the vehicle is moving behind the vehicle within a zone forward slower than 8 km/h (5 mph). 25 cm (10 in) high off the ground and If equipped, the front view camera below bumper level. These detection also displays when the Parking Assist distances may be shorter during system detects an object within warmer or humid weather. Blocked 1. Views Displayed by the 30 cm (12 in). sensors will not detect objects and Surround Vision Cameras can also cause false detections. Keep 2. Area Not Shown { Warning the sensors clean of mud, dirt, snow, ice, and slush; and clean sensors after Front Vision Camera The camera(s) do not display a car wash in freezing temperatures. children, pedestrians, bicyclists, crossing traffic, animals, or any { Warning other object outside of the cameras’ field of view, below the bumper, The Parking Assist system does not or under the vehicle. Shown detect children, pedestrians, distances may be different from bicyclists, animals, or objects actual distances. Do not drive or located below the bumper or that park the vehicle using only these are too close or too far from the camera(s). Always check behind and vehicle. It is not available at speeds around the vehicle before driving. greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To Failure to use proper care may prevent injury, death, or vehicle result in injury, death, or vehicle (Continued) damage. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

236 DRIVING AND OPERATING object is very close (<0.6 m (2 ft) in the Warning (Continued) vehicle rear, or <0.3 m (1 ft) in the { Warning vehicle front), a continuous beep will damage, even with Parking Assist, sound from the front or rear The Backing Warning System only always check the area around the depending on object location, or both operates at speeds greater than vehicle and check all mirrors before sides of the Safety Alert Seat will 8 km/h (5 mph). It does not detect moving forward or backing. pulse five times. Beeps for FPA are children, pedestrians, bicyclists, higher pitched than for RPA. animals, or objects below the bumper or that are too close or too Backing Warning and Reverse far from the vehicle. In some Automatic Braking situations, such as at higher Vehicles with Adaptive Cruise Control backing speeds, there may not be (ACC) have the Backing Warning and enough time for the short, sharp Reverse Automatic Braking (RAB). The application of the vehicle brake Backing Warning part of this system system to occur. To prevent injury, can warn of rear objects when backing death, or vehicle damage, even with up at speeds greater than the Backing Warning System, 8 km/h (5 mph). always check the area around the The instrument cluster may have a The Backing Warning System will vehicle and check all mirrors before parking assist display with bars that beep once from the rear when an backing. show “distance to object” and object object is first detected, or pulse twice location information for the Front and on both sides of the Safety Alert Seat. When the vehicle is in R (Reverse), Rear Parking Assist system. As the When the system detects a potential if the system detects the vehicle is object gets closer, more bars light up crash, beeps will be heard from the backing too fast to avoid a crash with and the bars change color from yellow rear, or five pulses will be felt on both a detected object behind your vehicle to amber to red. sides of the Safety Alert Seat. There in your path, it may automatically may also be a brief, sharp application When an object is first detected in the brake hard to a stop to help avoid or of the brakes. rear, one beep will be heard from the reduce the harm caused by a backing rear, or both sides of the Safety Alert crash. Seat will pulse two times. When an Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 237 Parking Brake may be set. When it is Safety Alert Seat pulses occur on the { Warning safe, press the accelerator pedal firmly left or right side, depending on the at any time to override RAB. direction of the detected vehicle. RAB may not avoid many types of backing crashes. Do not wait for the { Use caution while backing up when automatic braking to apply. This Warning towing a trailer, as the RCTA detection zones that extend out from system is not designed to replace There may be instances where driver braking and only works in the back of the vehicle do not move unexpected or undesired automatic further back when a trailer is towed. R (Reverse) when an object is braking occurs. If this happens, detected directly behind the vehicle. either press the brake pedal or Turning the Features On or Off It may not brake or stop in time to firmly press the accelerator pedal to avoid a crash. It will not brake for release the brakes from the RAB objects when the vehicle is moving system. Before releasing the brakes, at very low speeds. It does not check the RVC and check the area detect children, pedestrians, around the vehicle to make sure it bicyclists, animals, or objects below is safe to proceed. the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle. To prevent Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) Press X on the center stack to turn injury, death, or vehicle damage, on or off the Front and Rear Parking even with RAB, always check the If equipped, when the vehicle is Assist, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, area around the vehicle before and shifted into R (Reverse), RCTA shows a Reverse Automatic Braking, and while backing. red warning triangle with a left or Backing Warning System at the same right pointing arrow on the time. The indicator light next to the infotainment display to warn of traffic Pressing the brake pedal after the button comes on when the features coming from the left or right. This vehicle comes to a stop will release are on and turns off when the features system detects objects coming from RAB. If the brake pedal is not pressed have been disabled. up to 20 m (65 ft) from the left or soon after the stop, the Electric right side of the vehicle. When an Front and Rear Parking Assist can be object is detected, either three beeps turned off, on, or on with towbar sound from the left or right or three through vehicle personalization. See Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

238 DRIVING AND OPERATING “Park Assist” under Vehicle Automatic Parking Assist (APA) Personalization 0 152. If the parking Warning (Continued) If equipped, APA searches for and assist is turned off through vehicle steers the vehicle into parallel and personalization, the park assist button vehicle. Always be prepared to stop perpendicular parking spots. When will be disabled. To turn the parking the vehicle during the parking using APA, you must still shift gears, assist on again, select On in the maneuver. and control the brakes and vehicle personalization menu. The On accelerator. A display and audible with Towbar setting allows for the beeps help to guide parking Press O on the center stack to parking assist to work properly with maneuvers. enable the system to search for a the trailer hitch. parking space that is large enough and Turn off parking assist and Reverse { Warning within 1.5 m (5 ft) of the vehicle. The Automatic Braking when towing a vehicle speed must be below trailer. APA does not apply the brakes. APA 30 km/h (18 mph). APA does not work To turn the RPA symbols, guidance may not detect objects in the in 4m or 4n. parking space, objects that are soft lines (on some models), or Rear Cross The system cannot: Traffic Alert on or off, see “Rear or narrow, objects high off the Camera” under Vehicle Personalization ground such as flatbed trucks, . Detect whether it is a legal parking 0 152. On some models, select the or objects below ground level such space. guidance lines button on the as large potholes. Always verify that . Park exactly lined up with the infotainment display to turn them on the parking space is appropriate for vehicle next to it if the spot is or off. parking a vehicle. APA does not approached at an angle or if the On some vehicles the RCTA setting respond to changes in the parking parking space is angled. can be turned off through “Collision/ space, such as movement of an . Park exactly centered in a spot Detection Systems” under Vehicle adjacent vehicle, or a person or that is marked too large. Personalization 0 152. object entering the parking space. APA does not detect or avoid traffic . Always detect short curbs. that is behind or alongside of the When enabled, APA searches for (Continued) parallel parking spaces to the right of the vehicle. To search for a parking Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 239 space to the left, turn on the left turn instructions. When changing gears, signal or, if available, change the side allow the automatic steering to selection in the infotainment display. complete before continuing the To switch the parking mode between parking maneuver. Upon successful parallel and perpendicular, press and completion of a maneuver, APA will hold O during the search process or, beep and display a PARKING if available, change the parking mode COMPLETE message. Place the vehicle in the infotainment display. in P (Park). APA may automatically disengage if: APA will instruct the vehicle to stop once a large enough space is found. . The steering wheel is used by the Follow the displayed instructions. driver. When instructed to drive in reverse, . The maximum allowed speed is shift to R (Reverse) to engage exceeded. automatic steering. The steering wheel . There is a failure with the APA will briefly vibrate as a reminder to system. remove hands from the steering wheel. Check surroundings and . Electronic stability control or After completely passing a large continue braking or accelerating as antilock brakes are activated. enough space, an audible beep occurs needed, and be prepared to stop to . A high priority vehicle message is and a red stop symbol is displayed. avoid vehicles, pedestrians, or objects. displayed in the DIC. If the vehicle exceeds 10 km/h If the vehicle is in R (Reverse), but To cancel APA, press O again. does not steer into the expected (6 mph), APA is automatically space, this may be because the system disengaged and automatic steering When the System Does Not Seem to is maneuvering the vehicle into a will turn off. A progress arrow displays Work Properly the status of the parking maneuver. previously detected space. The APA The APA system may require a short system does not need service. Depending on the space size, additional maneuvers may be period of driving along curves to required, and there will be additional calibrate. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

240 DRIVING AND OPERATING Assistance Systems for 110 m (360 ft) and operates at all Detecting the Vehicle Ahead speeds. See Adaptive Cruise Control Driving 0 225. If equipped, when driving the vehicle in a forward gear, Forward Collision { Warning Alert (FCA), Lane Departure Warning (LDW), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Side FCA is a warning system and does Blind Zone Alert (SBZA), Lane Change not apply the brakes. When Alert (LCA), and/or Forward approaching a slower-moving or FCA warnings will not occur unless Automatic Braking (FAB) can help to stopped vehicle ahead too rapidly, the FCA system detects a vehicle avoid a crash or reduce crash damage. or when following a vehicle too ahead. When a vehicle is detected, the closely, FCA may not provide a vehicle ahead indicator will display Forward Collision Alert warning with enough time to help green. Vehicles may not be detected (FCA) System avoid a crash. It also may not on curves, highway exit ramps, provide any warning at all. FCA or hills, due to poor visibility; or if a If equipped, the FCA system may help does not warn of pedestrians, vehicle ahead is partially blocked by to avoid or reduce the harm caused by pedestrians or other objects. FCA will front-end crashes. When approaching animals, signs, guardrails, bridges, construction barrels, or other not detect another vehicle ahead until a vehicle ahead too quickly, FCA it is completely in the driving lane. provides a red flashing alert on the objects. Be ready to take action and windshield and rapidly beeps or pulses apply the brakes. See Defensive 0 the driver seat. FCA also lights an Driving 184. { Warning amber visual alert if following another FCA does not provide a warning to vehicle much too closely. FCA can be disabled with either the help avoid a crash, unless it detects FCA detects vehicles within a distance FCA steering wheel control or, a vehicle. FCA may not detect a of approximately 60 m (197 ft) and if equipped, through vehicle vehicle ahead if the FCA sensor is personalization. See “Collision/ operates at speeds above 8 km/h blocked by dirt, snow, or ice, or if (5 mph). If the vehicle has Adaptive Detection Systems” under Vehicle Cruise Control (ACC), it can detect Personalization 0 152. (Continued) vehicles to distances of approximately Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 241 system may prepare for driver braking Selecting the Alert Timing Warning (Continued) to occur more rapidly which can cause a brief, mild deceleration. Continue to the windshield is damaged. It may apply the brake pedal as needed. also not detect a vehicle on winding Cruise control may be disengaged or hilly roads, or in conditions that when the Collision Alert occurs. can limit visibility such as fog, rain, or snow, or if the headlamps or Tailgating Alert windshield are not cleaned or in proper condition. Keep the windshield, headlamps, and FCA sensors clean and in good repair.

Collision Alert The vehicle ahead indicator will The Collision Alert control is on the display amber when you are following steering wheel. Press [ to set the a vehicle ahead much too closely. FCA timing to Far, Medium, Near, or on some vehicles, Off. The first button press shows the current setting on the Driver Information Center (DIC). Additional button presses will When your vehicle approaches change this setting. The chosen another detected vehicle too rapidly, setting will remain until it is changed the red FCA display will flash on the and will affect the timing of both the windshield. Also, eight rapid Collision Alert and the Tailgating high-pitched beeps will sound from Alert features. The timing of both the front, or both sides of the Safety alerts will vary based on vehicle speed. Alert Seat will pulse five times. When The faster the vehicle speed, the this Collision Alert occurs, the brake farther away the alert will occur. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

242 DRIVING AND OPERATING Consider traffic and weather . Clean the headlamps. The system works when driving in a conditions when selecting the alert For cleaning instructions, see forward gear between 8 km/h (5 mph) timing. The range of selectable alert “Washing the Vehicle” under Exterior and 80 km/h (50 mph), or on vehicles timing may not be appropriate for all Care 0 337. with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), drivers and driving conditions. above 4 km/h (2 mph). It can detect System operation may also be limited If your vehicle is equipped with vehicles up to approximately 60 m under snow, heavy rain, or road spray (197 ft). Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), conditions. changing the FCA timing setting automatically changes the ACC { Warning following gap setting (Far, Medium, Forward Automatic or Near). Braking (FAB) FAB is an emergency crash preparation feature and is not Unnecessary Alerts If the vehicle has Forward Collision designed to avoid crashes. Do not Alert (FCA), it also has FAB, which rely on FAB to brake the vehicle. FCA may provide unnecessary alerts includes Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA). FAB will not brake outside of its for turning vehicles, vehicles in other When the system detects a vehicle operating speed range and only lanes, objects that are not vehicles, ahead in your path that is traveling in or shadows. These alerts are normal the same direction that you may be responds to detected vehicles. operation and the vehicle does not about to crash into, it can provide a FAB may not: need service. boost to braking or automatically . Detect a vehicle ahead on brake the vehicle. This can help avoid Cleaning the System winding or hilly roads. or lessen the severity of crashes when If the FCA system does not seem to driving in a forward gear. Depending . Detect all vehicles, especially operate properly, this may correct the on the situation, the vehicle may vehicles with a trailer, issue: automatically brake moderately or tractors, muddy vehicles, etc. . Clean the outside of the hard. This forward automatic braking . Detect a vehicle when windshield in front of the rearview can only occur if a vehicle is detected. weather limits visibility, such mirror. This is shown by the FCA vehicle as in fog, rain, or snow. ahead indicator being lit. See Forward . Clean the entire front of the Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 240. (Continued) vehicle. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 243

Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued) Warning (Continued)

. Detect a vehicle ahead if it is signs, and other non-moving of traffic. If this occurs, take your partially blocked by objects. To override FAB, firmly foot off the brake pedal and then pedestrians or other objects. press the accelerator pedal, if it is apply the brakes as needed. Complete attention is always safe to do so. required while driving, and you FAB and IBA can be disabled through should be ready to take action and Intelligent Brake Assist (IBA) vehicle personalization. See “Collision/ apply the brakes and/or steer the Detection Systems” under Vehicle vehicle to avoid crashes. IBA may activate when the brake Personalization 0 152. pedal is applied quickly by providing a boost to braking based on the speed FAB may slow the vehicle to a of approach and distance to a vehicle { Warning complete stop to try to avoid a ahead. potential crash. If this happens, FAB Using FAB or IBA while towing a Minor brake pedal pulsations or pedal may engage the Electric Parking Brake trailer could cause you to lose movement during this time is normal (EPB) to hold the vehicle at a stop. control of the vehicle and crash. and the brake pedal should continue Release the EPB or firmly press the Turn the system to Alert, or if the to be applied as needed. IBA will accelerator pedal. vehicle has ACC to Off, when automatically disengage only when towing a trailer. the brake pedal is released. { Warning { Warning A system unavailable message may FAB may automatically brake the display if: vehicle suddenly in situations IBA may increase vehicle braking in . where it is unexpected and The front of the vehicle or situations when it may not be windshield is not clean. undesired. It could respond to a necessary. You could block the flow turning vehicle ahead, guardrails, . Heavy rain or snow is interfering (Continued) (Continued) with object detection. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

244 DRIVING AND OPERATING . There is a problem with the Lane Change Alert (LCA) LCA Detection Zones StabiliTrak system. If equipped, the LCA system is a The FAB system does not need lane-changing aid that assists drivers service. with avoiding lane change crashes that occur with moving vehicles in the Side Blind Zone side blind zone (or spot) areas or with Alert (SBZA) vehicles rapidly approaching these areas from behind. The LCA warning If equipped, the SBZA system is a display will light up in the lane-changing aid that assists drivers corresponding outside side mirror and with avoiding crashes that occur with will flash if the turn signal is on. moving vehicles in the side blind zone 1. SBZA Detection Zone (or spot) areas. When the vehicle is in 2. LCA Detection Zone a forward gear, the left or right side { Warning The LCA sensor covers a zone of mirror display will light up if a moving LCA does not alert the driver to approximately one lane over from vehicle is detected in that blind zone. vehicles outside of the system both sides of the vehicle, or 3.5 m If the turn signal is activated and a detection zones, pedestrians, (11 ft). The height of the zone is vehicle is also detected on the same approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) side, the display will flash as an extra bicyclists, or animals. It may not and 2 m (6 ft) off the ground. The Side warning not to change lanes. Since provide alerts when changing lanes Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) warning area this system is part of the Lane Change under all driving conditions. Failure starts at approximately the middle of Alert (LCA) system, read the entire to use proper care when changing the vehicle and goes back 5 m (16 ft). LCA section before using this feature. lanes may result in injury, death, or vehicle damage. Before making a Drivers are also warned of vehicles lane change, always check mirrors, rapidly approaching from up to 70 m (230 ft) behind the vehicle. glance over your shoulder, and use the turn signals. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 245 How the System Works signal is activated in the same trailer, bicycle, or object extending out direction as a detected vehicle, this to either side of the vehicle. Attached The LCA symbol lights up in the side display will flash as an extra warning objects may also interfere with the mirrors when the system detects a not to change lanes. detection of vehicles. This is normal moving vehicle in the next lane over system operation; the vehicle does not that is in the side blind zone or LCA can be disabled. See “Collision/ need service. rapidly approaching that zone from Detection Systems” under Vehicle behind. A lit LCA symbol indicates it Personalization 0 152. If LCA is LCA may not always alert the driver to may be unsafe to change lanes. Before disabled by the driver, the LCA mirror vehicles in the next lane over, making a lane change, check the LCA displays will not light up. especially in wet conditions or when driving on sharp curves. The system display, check mirrors, glance over When the System Does Not your shoulder, and use the turn does not need to be serviced. The signals. Seem to Work Properly system may light up due to guardrails, The LCA system requires some driving signs, trees, shrubs, and other for the system to calibrate to non-moving objects. This is normal maximum performance. This system operation; the vehicle does not calibration may occur more quickly if need service. the vehicle is driving on a straight LCA may not operate when the LCA highway road with traffic and roadside sensors in the left or right corners of Left Side Mirror Right Side Mirror objects (e.g., guardrails, barriers). the rear bumper are covered with Display Display LCA displays may not come on when mud, dirt, snow, ice, or slush, or in When the vehicle is started, both passing a vehicle quickly, for a heavy rainstorms. For cleaning stopped vehicle, or when towing a instructions, see "Washing the outside mirror LCA displays will 0 briefly come on to indicate the system trailer. The LCA detection zones that Vehicle" under Exterior Care 337. If the DIC still displays the system is operating. When the vehicle is in a extend back from the side of the forward gear, the left or right side vehicle do not move further back unavailable message after cleaning mirror display will light up if a moving when a trailer is towed. Use caution both sides of the vehicle toward the vehicle is detected in the next lane while changing lanes when towing a rear corners of the vehicle, see your over in that blind zone or rapidly trailer. LCA may alert to objects dealer. approaching that zone. If the turn attached to the vehicle, such as a Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

246 DRIVING AND OPERATING If the LCA displays do not light up vehicle approaches a detected lane when moving vehicles are in the side marking without using a turn signal in Warning (Continued) blind zone or are rapidly approaching that direction. It may also provide a . this zone and the system is clean, the Lane Departure Warning (LDW) Detect lane markings under system may need service. Take the system alert as the lane marking is poor weather or visibility vehicle to your dealer. crossed. The LKA system will not conditions. This can occur if assist or provide an LDW alert if it the windshield or headlamps Radio Frequency Information detects that you are actively steering. are blocked by dirt, snow, or ice, if they are not in See Radio Frequency Statement 0 372. Override LKA by turning the steering wheel. LKA uses a camera to detect proper condition, or if the sun Lane Departure lane markings between 60 km/h (37 shines directly into the mph) and 180 km/h (112 mph). camera. Warning (LDW) . Detect road edges. If equipped, LDW may help avoid { Warning . Detect lanes on winding or crashes due to unintentional lane hilly roads. departures. It may provide a warning The LKA system does not if the vehicle is crossing a detected continuously steer the vehicle. If LKA only detects lane markings lane marking without using a turn It may not keep the vehicle in the on one side of the road, it will only signal in the lane departure direction. lane or give a Lane Departure assist or provide an LDW alert Since this system is part of the Lane Warning (LDW) alert, even if a lane when approaching the lane on the Keep Assist (LKA) system, read the marking is detected. side where it has detected a lane entire LKA section before using this marking. Even with LKA and LDW, feature. The LKA and LDW systems you must steer the vehicle. Always may not: keep your attention on the road and Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . Provide an alert or enough maintain proper vehicle position If equipped, LKA may help avoid steering assist to avoid a lane within the lane, or vehicle damage, crashes due to unintentional lane departure or crash. injury, or death could occur. Always departures. It may assist by gently (Continued) keep the windshield, headlamps, turning the steering wheel if the (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 247 When the System Does Not Warning (Continued) Seem to Work Properly and camera sensors clean and in The system performance may be good repair. Do not use LKA in bad affected by: weather conditions. . Close vehicles ahead. LKA Indicator Light . Sudden lighting changes, such as When on, the LKA indicator is green if when driving through tunnels. { LKA is available to assist and provide Warning . Banked roads. LDW alerts. It may assist by gently Using LKA while towing a trailer or turning the steering wheel and display . Roads with poor lane markings, on slippery roads could cause loss amber if the vehicle approaches a such as two-lane roads. of control of the vehicle and a detected lane marking without using a If the LKA system is not functioning crash. Turn the system off. turn signal in that direction. It may properly when lane markings are also provide an LDW alert by flashing clearly visible, cleaning the windshield amber as the lane marking is crossed. may help. How the System Works Additionally, there may be three The LKA camera sensor is on the beeps, or the driver seat may pulse A camera blocked message may windshield ahead of the rearview three times, on the right or left, display if the camera is blocked. mirror. depending on the lane departure Cleaning the outside of the windshield direction. behind the rearview mirror may To turn LKA on and off, press A correct the issue. Some driver on the center stack. Take Steering assistance systems may have reduced The LKA system does not performance or not work at all. An continuously steer the vehicle. If LKA LKA or LDW unavailable message may does not detect active driver steering, display if the systems are temporarily an alert, chime, or DIC message may unavailable. This message could be be provided. Steer the vehicle to due to a blocked camera. The LKA dismiss. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

248 DRIVING AND OPERATING system does not need service. Clean Fuel and fuel economy. Unleaded gasoline the outside of the windshield behind with an octane rated as low as 87 can the rearview mirror. GM recommends the use of TOP be used. Using unleaded gasoline TIER® detergent gasoline to keep the LKA assistance and/or LDW alerts rated below 93 octane, however, will engine cleaner and reduce engine may occur due to tar marks, shadows, lead to reduced acceleration and fuel deposits. See www.toptiergas.com for a cracks in the road, temporary or economy. If knocking occurs, use a list of TOP TIER detergent gasoline construction lane markings, or other gasoline rated at 93 octane as soon as marketers and applicable countries. road imperfections. This is normal possible, otherwise, the engine could system operation; the vehicle does not be damaged. If heavy knocking is need service. Turn LKA off if these heard when using gasoline with a conditions continue. 93 octane rating, the engine needs service. Prohibited Fuels

Caution

Do not use fuels with any of the following conditions; doing so may damage the vehicle and void its warranty: Do not use any fuel labeled E85 or . For vehicles which are not FlexFuel. Do not use gasoline with FlexFuel, fuel labeled greater ethanol levels greater than 15% by than 15% ethanol by volume, volume. such as mid-level ethanol blends (16 – 50% ethanol), Premium unleaded gasoline meeting E85, or FlexFuel. ASTM specification D4814 with a posted octane rating of 93 is highly (Continued) recommended for best performance Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 249 California specifications. See the Fuel Additives Caution (Continued) underhood emission control label. If this fuel is not available in states To keep fuel systems clean, TOP TIER . Fuel with any amount of adopting California Emissions detergent gasoline is recommended. 0 methanol, methylal, and Standards, the vehicle will operate See Fuel 248. aniline. These fuels can satisfactorily on fuels meeting federal corrode metal fuel system If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not specifications, but emission control available, one bottle of GM Fuel parts or damage plastic and system performance may be affected. rubber parts. System Treatment Cleaner added to The malfunction indicator lamp could the fuel tank at every engine oil . Fuel containing metals such turn on and the vehicle may not pass change, can help. GM Fuel System as methylcyclopentadienyl a smog-check test. See Malfunction Treatment Cleaner is the only gasoline manganese tricarbonyl Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) additive recommended by General (MMT), which can damage 0 137. If this occurs, return to your Motors. It is available at your dealer. the emissions control system authorized dealer for diagnosis. If it is and spark plugs. determined that the condition is Filling the Tank . Fuel with a posted octane caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by the rating of less than the { Warning recommended fuel. Using this vehicle warranty. fuel will lower fuel economy Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn and performance, and may Fuels in Foreign Countries violently and can cause injury or decrease the life of the The U.S., Canada, and Mexico post death. emissions catalyst. fuel octane ratings in anti-knock index . To help avoid injuries to you (AKI). For fuel not to use in a foreign and others, read and follow California Fuel country, see “Prohibited Fuels” in Fuel all the instructions on the 0 248. Requirements fuel pump island. . Turn off the engine when If the vehicle is certified to meet refueling. California Emissions Standards, it is designed to operate on fuels that meet (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Warning (Continued) { Warning

. Keep sparks, flames, and Overfilling the fuel tank by more smoking materials away than three clicks of a standard fill from fuel. nozzle may cause: . Do not leave the fuel pump . Vehicle performance issues, unattended. including engine stalling and . Do not use a cell phone while damage to the fuel system. refueling. . Fuel spills. . Do not reenter the vehicle . Potential fuel fires. while pumping fuel. Locate the fuel door. The fuel gauge . Keep children away from the has an arrow to indicate the side of Be careful not to spill fuel. Wait a few fuel pump and never let the vehicle the fuel door is on. To seconds after you have finished children pump fuel. open the fuel door, push and release pumping before removing the nozzle. . Fuel can spray out if the the rearward center edge of the door. Clean fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See Exterior Care refueling nozzle is inserted The vehicle has a capless refueling 0 337. too quickly. This spray can system and does not have a fuel cap. happen if the tank is nearly The filling nozzle must be fully full, and is more likely in hot inserted and latched prior to starting { Warning weather. Insert the refueling fuel flow. nozzle slowly and wait for any If a fire starts while you are hiss noise to stop prior to refueling, do not remove the nozzle. beginning to flow fuel. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the pump or by notifying the station attendant. Leave the area immediately. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 251 Filling the Tank With a Portable 3. Remove and clean the funnel Gas Can adapter and return to the storage Warning (Continued) location. If the vehicle runs out of fuel and keep it in contact with the fill must be filled from a portable gas can: opening until filling is Filling a Portable Fuel complete. Container . Fill the container no more than 95% full to allow for { Warning expansion. Filling a portable fuel container . Do not smoke, light matches, while it is in the vehicle can cause or use lighters while 1. Locate the capless funnel fuel vapors that can ignite either by pumping fuel. adapter from inside the vehicle. static electricity or other means. . Avoid using cell phones or 2. Insert and latch the funnel into You or others could be badly other electronic devices. the capless fuel system. burned and the vehicle could be damaged. Always: { Warning . Use approved fuel containers. . Remove the container from Attempting to refuel without using the vehicle, trunk, or pickup the funnel adapter may cause fuel bed before filling. spillage and damage the capless fuel system. This could cause a fire . Place the container on the and you or others could be badly ground. burned and the vehicle could be . Place the nozzle inside the fill damaged. opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

252 DRIVING AND OPERATING Trailer Towing . The trailer must be equipped with . Turn off Parking Assist and Rear brakes adequate for the intended Cross Traffic Alert (RTCA) when General Towing use. A loaded trailer weighing towing. more than 900 kg (2,000 lb) must . The Forward Automatic Braking Information be equipped with its own brake System should be set to Off when system, with brakes working on all Only use towing equipment that has towing. See Forward Automatic axles. Trailer braking equipment been designed for the vehicle. Contact Braking (FAB) 0 22. conforming to Canadian Standards your dealer or trailering dealer for Association (CSA) requirement . Turn off Lane Keep Assist (LKA) assistance with preparing the vehicle CAN3-D313, or its equivalent, is when towing. See Lane Keep Assist for towing a trailer. Read the entire recommended. (LKA) 0 246. section before towing a trailer. . Do not tow a trailer during the For towing a disabled vehicle, see first 800 km (500 mi) to prevent { Warning Towing the Vehicle 0 332. For towing damage to the engine, axle, the vehicle behind another vehicle When towing a trailer, exhaust or other parts. such as a motor home, see gases may collect at the rear of the Recreational Vehicle Towing 0 333. . Then during the first 800 km vehicle and enter if the liftgate, (500 mi) of trailer towing, do not trunk/hatch, or rear-most window Driving Characteristics and drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and is open. do not make starts at full throttle. Towing Tips When towing a trailer: . Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift Driving with a Trailer the transmission to a lower gear if . Do not drive with the liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most When towing a trailer: the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and/or hilly window open. . Become familiar with the state conditions. . Fully open the air outlets on and local laws that apply to trailer or under the instrument towing. These requirements vary . Do not use Adaptive Cruise panel. from state to state. Control when towing. (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 253 handling and braking of the rig. If the move the trailer to the right, move Warning (Continued) trailer has electric brakes, start the your hand to the right. Always back combination moving and then apply up slowly and, if possible, have . Also adjust the climate the trailer brake controller by hand to someone guide you. control system to a setting be sure the brakes work. that brings in only outside air. Making Turns See “Climate Control Systems” During the trip, check occasionally to in the Index. be sure that the load is secure and the Caution lamps and any trailer brakes For more information about carbon still work. monoxide, see Engine Exhaust Making very sharp turns while 0 205. Following Distance trailering could cause the trailer to come in contact with the vehicle. Stay at least twice as far behind the The vehicle could be damaged. Towing a trailer requires a certain vehicle ahead as you would when Avoid making very sharp turns driving the vehicle without a trailer. amount of experience. The while trailering. combination you are driving is longer This can help to avoid heavy braking and not as responsive as the vehicle and sudden turns. When turning with a trailer, make itself. Get acquainted with the Passing handling and braking of the rig before wider turns than normal. Do this so setting out for the open road. More passing distance is needed when the trailer will not strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees, The structure, tires, and brakes of the towing a trailer. The combination will or other objects. Avoid jerky or sudden trailer must be rated to carry the load. not accelerate as quickly and is longer maneuvers. Signal well in advance. Inadequate trailer equipment can so it is necessary to go much farther cause the combination to operate in beyond the passed vehicle before If the trailer turn signal bulbs burn an unexpected or unsafe manner. returning to the lane. out, the arrows on the instrument cluster will still flash for turns. It is Before starting, check all trailer hitch Backing Up important to check occasionally to be parts and attachments, safety chains, Hold the bottom of the steering wheel sure the trailer bulbs are still working. electrical connectors, lamps, tires, and with one hand. To move the trailer to mirrors. Get familiar with the the left, move that hand to the left. To Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

254 DRIVING AND OPERATING Driving on Grades Parking on Hills 5. Release the brake pedal. Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear Leaving After Parking on a Hill before starting down a long or steep { Warning downgrade. If the transmission is not 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal. shifted down, the brakes might get hot Parking the vehicle on a hill with 2. Start the engine. and no longer work well. the trailer attached can be dangerous. If something goes 3. Shift into a gear. Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift wrong, the rig could start to move. 4. Release the parking brake. the transmission to a lower gear if the People can be injured, and both the transmission shifts too often under 5. Let up on the brake pedal. vehicle and the trailer can be heavy loads and/or hilly conditions. damaged. When possible, always 6. Drive slowly until the trailer is When towing, use the Tow/Haul Mode park the rig on a flat surface. clear of the chocks. to prevent damage to the engine or 7. Stop and have someone pick up transmission. See Tow/Haul Mode and store the chocks. 0 210. If parking the rig on a hill: Maintenance when Trailer When towing at high altitude on steep 1. Press the brake pedal, but do not uphill grades, consider the following: shift into P (Park) yet. Turn the Towing Engine coolant will boil at a lower wheels into the curb if facing The vehicle needs service more often temperature than at normal altitudes. downhill or into traffic if facing when pulling a trailer. See If the engine is turned off immediately uphill. Maintenance Schedule 0 347. Things after towing at high altitude on steep 2. Have someone place chocks that are especially important in trailer uphill grades, the vehicle may show under the trailer wheels. operation are automatic transmission signs similar to engine overheating. To fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, 3. When the wheel chocks are in avoid this, let the engine run while cooling system, and brake system. It is place, release the regular brakes parked, preferably on level ground, a good idea to inspect these before until the chocks absorb the load. with the transmission in P (Park) for a and during the trip. few minutes before turning the engine 4. Reapply the brake pedal. Then Check periodically to see that all hitch off. If the overheat warning comes on, apply the parking brake and shift nuts and bolts are tight. see Engine Overheating 0 276. into P (Park). Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 255 Trailer Towing Weight of the Trailer Caution Do not tow a trailer during break-in. Safe trailering requires monitoring the See New Vehicle Break-In 0 198. Pulling a trailer improperly can weight, speed, altitude, road grades, damage the vehicle and result in outside temperature, and how Before towing a trailer, see costly repairs not covered by the frequently the vehicle is used to pull a "Hands-Free Operation" under Liftgate trailer. Take into consideration any 0 41. vehicle warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this special equipment on the vehicle, and section and see your dealer for the amount of tongue weight the { Warning important information about vehicle can carry. See “Weight of the Trailer Tongue” later in this section. The driver can lose control when towing a trailer with the vehicle. pulling a trailer if the correct Trailer Weight Rating (TWR) is calculated assuming the tow vehicle equipment is not used or the To identify the trailering capacity of has not only the driver but all vehicle is not driven properly. For the vehicle, see “Weight of the Trailer” required trailering equipment. Weight example, if the trailer is too heavy following. of additional optional equipment, or the trailer brakes are inadequate Trailering is different than just driving passengers, and cargo in the tow for the load, the vehicle may not the vehicle by itself. Trailering means vehicle must be subtracted from stop as expected. The driver and changes in handling, acceleration, the TWR. passengers could be seriously braking, durability and fuel economy. Use the following chart to determine injured. The vehicle may also be Successful, safe trailering takes correct how much the trailer can weigh, based damaged; the resulting repairs equipment, and it has to be used upon the vehicle model and options. would not be covered by the vehicle properly. warranty. Pull a trailer only if all the The following information has many steps in this section have been time-tested, important trailering tips followed. Ask your dealer for advice and safety rules. Many of these are and information about towing a important for your safety and that of trailer with the vehicle. your passengers. Read this section carefully before pulling a trailer. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Vehicle Axle Ratio Maximum Trailer Weight GCWR*

Escalade 2WD Short Wheelbase 3.23 3 765 kg (8,300 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) Escalade 4WD Short Wheelbase 3.23 3 674 kg (8,100 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) Escalade 2WD Long Wheelbase 3.23 3 674 kg (8,100 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) Escalade 4WD Long Wheelbase with 3.23 3 583 kg (7,900 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) 20 inch wheels Escalade 4WD Long Wheelbase with 3.23 3 538 kg (7,800 lb) 6 350 kg (14,000 lb) 22 inch wheels *The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment, and conversions. The GCWR for the vehicle should not be exceeded.

Ask your dealer for trailering carried in it, and the people who will which will also reduce the trailer information or advice. be riding in the vehicle as well as weight the vehicle can tow. See Vehicle trailer tongue weight. Vehicle options, Load Limits 0 193 for more Weight of the Trailer Tongue equipment, passengers, and cargo in information about the vehicle's The tongue load (1) of any trailer is the vehicle reduce the amount of maximum load capacity. very important because it is also part tongue weight the vehicle can carry, of the vehicle weight. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Vehicle Series Hitch Type Maximum Tongue 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 trailer allowable tongue weight for the hitch receiver, choose a carrier that vehicle. Choose the shortest hitch positions the load as close to the extension that will position the hitch vehicle as possible. Make sure the ball closest to the vehicle. This will total weight, including the carrier, is help reduce the effect of trailer tongue no more than half of the maximum In general, trailer tongue weight (1) weight on the rear axle. allowable tongue weight for the should be 10-15 % of the loaded Trailer rating may be limited by the vehicle or 227 kg (500 lb), whichever trailer weight (2). Some specific trailer vehicle's ability to carry tongue is less. types (especially boat trailers) fall weight. Tongue weight cannot cause outside of this range. In this case, the Total Weight on the Vehicle's the vehicle to exceed the GVWR Tires recommended tongue weight in the (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or the ’ trailer owner s manual should be RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle Weight Be sure the vehicle's tires are inflated observed. In all cases, the maximum Rating). See “Total Weight on the to the inflation pressures found on loads for the vehicle series and hitch Vehicle's Tires” following. the Certification label on the center type should not be exceeded. pillar or see Vehicle Load Limits 0 193. After loading the trailer, weigh the Make sure not to exceed the GVWR trailer and then the tongue, limit for the vehicle, or the RGAWR, separately, to see if the weights are with the tow vehicle and trailer fully proper. If they are not, adjustments loaded for the trip including the might be made by moving some items weight of the trailer tongue. If using a around in the trailer. weight-distributing hitch, make sure Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

258 DRIVING AND OPERATING not to exceed the RGAWR before vehicle and trailer axles. See “Weight applying the weight distribution of the Trailer Tongue” in Trailer spring bars. Towing 0 255 for rating limits with various hitch types. Weight of the Trailering Combination Consider using sway controls with any trailer. Ask a trailering professional It is important that the combination about sway controls or refer to the of the tow vehicle and trailer does not trailer manufacturer's exceed any of its weight ratings — recommendations and instructions. GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, TWR or Tongue Weight. The only way to be Weight-Distributing Hitch and sure it is not exceeding any of these Adjustment ratings is to weigh the tow vehicle and A weight-distributing hitch may be trailer combination, fully loaded for useful with some trailers. Use the the trip, getting individual weights for following guidelines to determine if a each of these items. weight-distributing hitch should Towing Equipment be used. Hitches The correct hitch equipment helps maintain combination control. Most small-to-medium trailers can be towed with a weight-carrying hitch which simply features a coupler latched to the hitch ball. Larger trailers may require a weight-distributing hitch that uses spring bars to distribute the trailer tongue weight among the two Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Weight-Distributing Hitch Vehicle Series Trailer Weight Usage Hitch Distribution 1500 Up to 3 175 kg (7,000 lb) Optional Refer to trailer manufacturer’s recommendation 1500 Over 3 175 kg (7,000 lb) Required 50%

bars so the distance (2) is as close as trailer hitch platform. Always leave possible to halfway between the two just enough slack so the combination measurements. can turn. Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground. Safety Chains Trailer Brakes Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety A loaded trailer that weighs more than chains under the tongue of the trailer 900 kg (2,000 lb) must be equipped to help prevent the tongue from with its own brake system, with contacting the road if it becomes brakes working on all axles. Trailer separated from the hitch. Instructions braking equipment conforming to about safety chains may be provided Canadian Standards Association (CSA) by the hitch manufacturer or by the requirement CAN3-D313, or its 1. Front of Vehicle trailer manufacturer. If the trailer equivalent, is recommended. 2. Body to Ground Distance being towed weighs up to 2 271 kg State and local regulations may also (5,000 lb) with a factory-installed step When using a weight-distributing require the trailer to have its own bumper, safety chains may be braking system if loaded above a hitch, measure distance (2) before attached to the attaching points on coupling the trailer to the hitch ball. certain threshold. These requirements the bumper, otherwise, safety chains vary from state to state. Measure the height again after the should be attached to holes on the trailer is coupled and adjust the spring Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

260 DRIVING AND OPERATING Be sure to read and follow the . Grey/Brown: Taillamps If the vehicle is towing a trailer and instructions for the trailer brakes so . White: Ground the TSC detects that sway is they are installed, adjusted, and increasing, the vehicle brakes are maintained properly. . White/Green: Back-up Lamps selectively applied at each wheel, to Do not tap into the vehicle's hydraulic . Red/Green: Battery Feed help reduce excessive trailer sway. system. . Dark Blue: Trailer Brake If TSC is enabled, the Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak warning Since the vehicle is equipped with To help charge a remote (non-vehicle) StabiliTrak, the trailer brakes cannot light will flash on the instrument battery, press the Tow/Haul Mode cluster. Vehicle speed must be tap into the vehicle's hydraulic button at the end of the shift lever. system. reduced. If trailer sway continues, If the trailer is too light for Tow/Haul StabiliTrak can reduce engine torque Trailer Wiring Harness Mode, turn on the headlamps to help to help slow the vehicle. See Traction charge the battery. Control/Electronic Stability Control The seven-pin trailer connector is 0 218. mounted in the bumper. This Electric Brake Control Wiring connector can be plugged into a Provisions { Warning seven-pin universal heavy-duty trailer These wiring provisions are included connector available through your with the vehicle as part of the trailer dealer. Even if the vehicle is equipped with wiring package. These provisions are TSC, trailer sway could result in Use only a round, seven-wire for an electric brake controller. loss of control and the vehicle could connector with flat blade terminals The harness should be installed by crash. If excessive trailer sway is meeting SAE J2863 specifications for your dealer or a qualified service detected, slow down to a safe speed. proper electrical connectivity. center. Check the trailer and vehicle to help The seven-wire harness contains the correct possible causes. These could following trailer circuits: Trailer Sway Control (TSC) include an improperly or overloaded trailer, unrestrained cargo, improper . Yellow/Grey: Left Stop/Turn Signal Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a trailer hitch configuration, excessive . Green/Violet: Right Stop/Turn Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature. Signal Trailer sway is unintended side-to-side (Continued) motion of a trailer while being towed. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

DRIVING AND OPERATING 261 devices may have on vehicle handling Warning (Continued) or trailer brake performance is Warning (Continued) unknown. vehicle-trailer speed, or improperly road surface that is free of inflated or incorrect vehicle or { traffic at about 32-40 km/h trailer tires. See Towing Equipment Warning (20-25 mph) and fully apply 0 the manual trailer brake apply 258 for trailer ratings and hitch Use of electronic trailer sway setup recommendations. lever. Also check that the control devices could result in trailer brake lamps and other reduced trailer brake performance, lamps are functioning Adding non-dealer accessories can loss of trailer brakes, or other correctly. affect the vehicle performance. See malfunctions, and could cause a Accessories and Modifications 0 265. crash. You or others could be . If the trailer brakes are not injured or killed. Before using one operating properly at any Electronic Trailer Sway Control time, or if a DIC message of these devices: Devices indicates problems with the . Ask the device or trailer trailer connections or trailer Some trailers may come equipped manufacturer if the device brakes, carefully pull the with an electronic device designed to has been thoroughly tested vehicle over to the side of the reduce or control trailer sway. for compatibility with the road when traffic conditions Aftermarket equipment manufacturers make, model, and year of the allow. also offer similar devices that connect vehicle as well as optional to the wiring between the trailer and equipment installed on the the vehicle. These devices may vehicle. interfere with the vehicle’s trailer brake or other systems, including . Before driving on the open integrated anti-sway systems, roads, check that the trailer if equipped. Messages related to trailer brakes are working properly. connections or trailer brakes could Drive the vehicle with the appear on the Driver Information trailer attached on a level Center (DIC). The effect that these (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Conversions and Caution Add-Ons Some electrical equipment can Add-On Electrical damage the vehicle or cause components to not work and would Equipment not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always check with your { Warning dealer before adding electrical equipment. The Data Link Connector (DLC) is used for vehicle service and Emission Inspection/Maintenance Add-on equipment can drain the testing. See Malfunction Indicator vehicle's 12-volt battery, even if the vehicle is not operating. Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 137. A device connected to the DLC — The vehicle has an airbag system. such as an aftermarket fleet or Before attempting to add anything driver-behavior tracking device — electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing 0 may interfere with vehicle systems. the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 94 and This could affect vehicle operation Adding Equipment to the 0 and cause a crash. Such devices Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 94. may also access information stored in the vehicle’s systems. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 263 Four-Wheel Drive ...... 281 Rear Compartment Fuse Vehicle Care Front Axle ...... 282 Block ...... 298 Rear Axle ...... 282 Wheels and Tires General Information Starter Switch Check ...... 283 Automatic Transmission Shift Tires ...... 299 General Information ...... 264 Lock Control Function All-Season Tires ...... 300 California Proposition Check ...... 283 Winter Tires ...... 300 65 Warning ...... 264 Park Brake and P (Park) Low-Profile Tires ...... 301 California Perchlorate Materials Mechanism Check ...... 284 All-Terrain Tires ...... 301 Requirements ...... 265 Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 284 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...... 301 Accessories and Glass Replacement ...... 285 Tire Designations ...... 302 Modifications ...... 265 Windshield Replacement ...... 285 Tire Terminology and Vehicle Checks Gas Strut(s) ...... 285 Definitions ...... 303 Tire Pressure ...... 305 Doing Your Own Headlamp Aiming Tire Pressure for High-Speed Service Work ...... 265 Headlamp Aiming ...... 287 Operation ...... 307 Hood ...... 266 Tire Pressure Monitor System . . . 307 Engine Compartment Bulb Replacement Tire Pressure Monitor Overview ...... 267 Bulb Replacement ...... 287 Operation ...... 308 Engine Oil ...... 268 LED Lighting ...... 287 Tire Inspection ...... 312 Engine Oil Life System ...... 270 License Plate Lamp ...... 287 Tire Rotation ...... 312 Automatic Transmission Electrical System When It Is Time for New Fluid ...... 271 Tires ...... 313 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 272 Electrical System Overload ...... 288 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 288 Buying New Tires ...... 314 Cooling System ...... 273 Different Size Tires and Engine Overheating ...... 276 Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...... 289 Wheels ...... 315 Engine Fan ...... 277 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . 316 Washer Fluid ...... 278 Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Left) ...... 293 Wheel Alignment and Tire Brakes ...... 278 Balance ...... 317 Brake Fluid ...... 279 Instrument Panel Fuse Block (Right) ...... 296 Wheel Replacement ...... 317 Battery - North America ...... 280 Tire Chains ...... 318 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

264 VEHICLE CARE If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 318 General Information California Proposition Tire Changing ...... 320 Full-Size Spare Tire ...... 328 For service and parts needs, visit your 65 Warning dealer. You will receive genuine GM Jump Starting parts and GM-trained and supported { Warning Jump Starting - North service people. America ...... 329 Most motor vehicles, including this Genuine GM parts have one of these one, as well as many of its service Towing the Vehicle marks: parts and fluids, contain and/or Towing the Vehicle ...... 332 Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . 333 emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and Appearance Care birth defects or other reproductive Exterior Care ...... 337 harm. Engine exhaust, many parts Interior Care ...... 341 and systems, many fluids, and Floor Mats ...... 344 some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ passenger-vehicle.

See Battery - North America 0 280 and Jump Starting - North America 0 329 and the back cover. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 265 California Perchlorate Damage to suspension components Vehicle Checks caused by modifying vehicle height Materials Requirements outside of factory settings will not be Certain types of automotive covered by the vehicle warranty. Doing Your Own applications, such as airbag initiators, Damage to vehicle components Service Work seat belt pretensioners, and lithium resulting from modifications or the batteries contained in Remote Keyless installation or use of non-GM certified { Warning Entry transmitters, may contain parts, including control module or perchlorate materials. Special software modifications, is not covered It can be dangerous to work on handling may be necessary. For under the terms of the vehicle your vehicle if you do not have the additional information, see warranty and may affect remaining proper knowledge, service manual, www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ warranty coverage for affected parts. tools, or parts. Always follow perchlorate. owner’s manual procedures and GM Accessories are designed to consult the service manual for your Accessories and complement and function with other systems on the vehicle. See your vehicle before doing any Modifications dealer to accessorize the vehicle using service work. Adding non-dealer accessories or genuine GM Accessories installed by a making modifications to the vehicle dealer technician. If doing some of your own service can affect vehicle performance and Also, see Adding Equipment to the work, use the proper service manual. safety, including such things as Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 94. It tells you much more about how to airbags, braking, stability, ride and service the vehicle than this manual handling, emissions systems, can. To order the proper service aerodynamics, durability, and manual, see Service Publications electronic systems like antilock Ordering Information 0 371. brakes, traction control, and stability This vehicle has an airbag system. control. These accessories or Before attempting to do your own modifications could even cause service work, see Servicing the malfunction or damage not covered by Airbag-Equipped Vehicle 0 94. the vehicle warranty. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

266 VEHICLE CARE Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Records 0 357.

Caution

Even small amounts of contamination can cause damage to vehicle systems. Do not allow contaminants to contact the fluids, reservoir caps, or dipsticks. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle to Hood find the secondary hood release. The handle is under the front To open the hood: edge of the hood near the center. Push the handle to the right and at the same time raise the hood. 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 1. Pull the handle with this symbol center of the hood with a swift, firm on it. It is inside the vehicle motion to fully close the hood. under the steering wheel. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 267 Engine Compartment Overview Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

268 VEHICLE CARE 1. Positive (+) Terminal. See Jump Engine Oil handle is a loop. See Engine Starting - North America 0 329. Compartment Overview 0 267 for the To ensure proper engine performance 0 location. 2. Battery - North America 280. and long life, careful attention must 3. Coolant Surge Tank and Pressure be paid to engine oil. Following these { Warning Cap. See Cooling System 0 273. simple, but important steps will help protect your investment: 4. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 272. The engine oil dipstick handle may . Use engine oil approved to the be hot; it could burn you. Use a 5. Remote Negative (–) Location proper specification and of the towel or glove to touch the dipstick (Out of View). See Jump Starting - proper viscosity grade. See handle. North America 0 329. “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” in 6. Engine Cooling Fans (Out of this section. View). See Cooling System 0 273. If a low oil Driver Information Center . Check the engine oil level regularly (DIC) message displays, check the oil 7. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See “When to and maintain the proper oil level. level. Add Engine Oil” under Engine Oil See “Checking Engine Oil” and 0 268. “When to Add Engine Oil” in this Follow these guidelines: 8. Engine Oil Dipstick. See section. . To get an accurate reading, park “Checking Engine Oil” under . Change the engine oil at the the vehicle on level ground. Check Engine Oil 0 268. appropriate time. See Engine Oil the engine oil level after the Life System 0 270. engine has been off for at least 9. Windshield Washer Fluid two hours. Checking the engine oil Reservoir. See “Adding Washer . Always dispose of engine oil level on steep grades or too soon Fluid” under Washer Fluid 0 278. properly. See “What to Do with after engine shutoff can result in ” 10. Brake Fluid Reservoir. See Brake Used Oil in this section. incorrect readings. Accuracy Fluid 0 279. Checking Engine Oil improves when checking a cold engine prior to starting. Remove 11. Engine Compartment Fuse Block Check the engine oil level regularly, 0 the dipstick and check the level. 289. every 650 km (400 mi), especially prior to a long trip. The engine oil dipstick Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 269 . If unable to wait two hours, the explanation of what kind of oil to use. Add enough oil to put the level engine must be off for at least For engine oil crankcase capacity, see somewhere in the proper operating 15 minutes if the engine is warm, Capacities and Specifications 0 359. range. Push the dipstick all the way or at least 30 minutes if the back in when through. engine is not warm. Pull out the Caution dipstick, wipe it with a clean paper Selecting the Right Engine Oil towel or cloth, then push it back Do not add too much oil. Oil levels Selecting the right engine oil depends in all the way. Remove it again, above or below the acceptable on both the proper oil specification keeping the tip down, and check operating range shown on the and viscosity grade. See Recommended the level. dipstick are harmful to the engine. Fluids and Lubricants 0 355. When to Add Engine Oil If you find that you have an oil Specification level above the operating range, i.e., the engine has so much oil that the Ask for and use engine oils that meet ™ oil level gets above the the dexos1 specification. Engine oils cross-hatched area that shows the that have been approved by GM as meeting the dexos1 specification are proper operating range, the engine marked with the dexos1 approved could be damaged. You should logo. See www.gmdexos.com. drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil. If the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip of the dipstick and the See Engine Compartment Overview engine has been off for at least 0 267 for the location of the engine oil 15 minutes, add 1 L (1 qt) of the fill cap. recommended oil and then recheck the level. See “Selecting the Right Engine Oil” later in this section for an Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

270 VEHICLE CARE What to Do with Used Oil engine revolutions, engine Caution temperature, and miles driven. Based Used engine oil contains certain on driving conditions, the mileage at elements that can be unhealthy for Failure to use the recommended which an oil change is indicated can your skin and could even cause engine oil or equivalent can result vary considerably. For the oil life cancer. Do not let used oil stay on in engine damage not covered by system to work properly, the system your skin for very long. Clean your the vehicle warranty. must be reset every time the oil is skin and nails with soap and water, changed. or a good hand cleaner. Wash or Viscosity Grade properly dispose of clothing or rags When the system has calculated that Use SAE 0W-20 viscosity grade containing used engine oil. See the oil life has been diminished, it engine oil. manufacturer's warnings about the indicates that an oil change is use and disposal of oil products. necessary. A CHANGE ENGINE OIL When selecting an oil of the SOON message comes on. Change the Used oil can be a threat to the appropriate viscosity grade, it is oil as soon as possible within the next environment. If you change your own recommended to select an oil of the 1 000 km (600 mi). It is possible that, oil, be sure to drain all the oil from correct specification. See if driving under the best conditions, the filter before disposal. Never “Specification” earlier in this section. the oil life system might indicate that dispose of oil by putting it in the trash an oil change is not necessary for up Engine Oil Additives/Engine Oil or pouring it on the ground, into to a year. The engine oil and filter Flushes sewers, or into streams or bodies of must be changed at least once a year water. Recycle it by taking it to a place Do not add anything to the oil. The and at this time the system must be that collects used oil. recommended oils meeting the dexos1 reset. Your dealer has trained service specification are all that is needed for people who will perform this work and good performance and engine Engine Oil Life System reset the system. It is also important protection. When to Change Engine Oil to check the oil regularly over the Engine oil system flushes are not course of an oil drain interval and This vehicle has a computer system recommended and could cause engine keep it at the proper level. that indicates when to change the damage not covered by the vehicle engine oil and filter. This is based on a warranty. combination of factors which include Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 271 If the system is ever reset accidentally, Be careful not to reset the oil life Automatic Transmission the oil must be changed at 5 000 km display accidentally at any time (3,000 mi) since the last oil change. other than after the oil is Fluid Remember to reset the oil life system changed. It cannot be reset When to Check and Change whenever the oil is changed. accurately until the next oil Automatic Transmission Fluid change. How to Reset the Engine Oil Life It is usually not necessary to check System The oil life system can also be reset as the transmission fluid level. The only follows: Reset the system whenever the engine reason for fluid loss is a transmission oil is changed so that the system can 1. Display OIL LIFE on the DIC. See leak or overheated transmission. This Driver Information Center (DIC) vehicle is not equipped with a calculate the next engine oil change. 0 To reset the system: 145. transmission fluid level dipstick. There is a special procedure for 2. Fully press and release the 1. Using the DIC controls on the checking and changing the accelerator pedal three times right side of the steering wheel, transmission fluid in these vehicles. within five seconds. display OIL LIFE on the DIC. See Because this procedure is difficult, Driver Information Center (DIC) If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL this should be done at the dealer. 0 145. When remaining oil life is SOON message is not on, the Contact the dealer for additional low, the CHANGE ENGINE OIL system is reset. information or the procedure can be SOON message will appear on The system is reset when the found in the service manual. See the display. Service Publications Ordering CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message 0 2. Press and hold SEL on the DIC is off. Information 371. controls for a few seconds to If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON clear the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes back on when the SOON message and reset the oil vehicle is started, the engine oil life life at 100%. system has not been reset. Repeat the procedure. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

272 VEHICLE CARE When to Inspect the Engine Air To inspect or replace the engine air Caution Cleaner/Filter cleaner/filter: Use of the incorrect automatic For intervals on changing and transmission fluid may damage the inspecting the engine air cleaner/filter vehicle, and the damage may not be see Maintenance Schedule 0 347. covered by the vehicle warranty. How to Inspect the Engine Air Always use the automatic Cleaner/Filter transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Do not start the engine or have the 0 355. engine running with the engine air cleaner/filter housing open. Before removing the engine air cleaner/filter, Change the fluid and filter at the make sure that the engine air cleaner/ scheduled maintenance intervals 0 filter housing and nearby components listed in Maintenance Schedule 347. are free of dirt and debris. Remove the Be sure to use the transmission fluid engine air cleaner/filter. Lightly tap 1. Screws listed in Recommended Fluids and and shake the engine air cleaner/filter 2. Electrical Connector Lubricants 0 355. (away from the vehicle), to release 3. Air Duct Clamp loose dust and dirt. Inspect the engine 1. Locate the air cleaner/filter Engine Air Cleaner/Filter air cleaner/filter for damage, and assembly. See Engine replace if damaged. Do not clean the See Engine Compartment Overview Compartment Overview 0 267. 0 267 for the location of the engine engine air cleaner/filter or air cleaner/filter. components with water or 2. Disconnect the outlet duct by compressed air. loosening the air duct clamp (3). 3. Disconnect the electrical connector (2) and the connector harness from the cover. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 273 4. Remove the four screws (1) on 2. Coolant Surge Tank top of the cover of the housing Caution Pressure Cap and lift up the cover. 3. Engine Cooling Fan If the air cleaner/filter is off, dirt 5. Remove the engine air cleaner/ can easily get into the engine, filter from the housing. Take care which could damage it. Always have { Warning to dislodge as little dirt as the air cleaner/filter in place when possible. An underhood electric fan can start driving. up even when the engine is not 6. Clean the engine air cleaner/filter running and can cause injury. Keep sealing surfaces and the housing. Cooling System hands, clothing, and tools away 7. Inspect or replace the engine air from any underhood electric fan. cleaner/filter. The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working 8. Reverse Steps 2-4 to reinstall the temperature. filter cover housing. { Warning

{ Warning Do not touch heater or radiator hoses, or other engine parts. They Operating the engine with the air can be very hot and can burn you. cleaner/filter off can cause you or Do not run the engine if there is a others to be burned. The air cleaner leak; all coolant could leak out. not only cleans the air; it helps to That could cause an engine fire and stop flames if the engine backfires. can burn you. Fix any leak before Use caution when working on the driving the vehicle. engine and do not drive with the air cleaner/filter off.

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274 VEHICLE CARE Engine Coolant . Gives freezing protection down to center, familiar with legal −37 °C (−34 °F), outside requirements regarding used coolant The cooling system in the vehicle is temperature disposal. This will help protect the filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant. environment and your health. This coolant is designed to remain in . Gives boiling protection up to the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km 129 °C (265 °F), engine Checking Coolant (150,000 mi), whichever occurs first. temperature The coolant surge tank is in the The following explains the cooling . Protects against rust and corrosion engine compartment on the passenger system and how to check and add . Will not damage aluminum parts side of the vehicle. See Engine coolant when it is low. If there is a Compartment Overview 0 267. problem with engine overheating, see . Helps keep the proper engine Engine Overheating 0 276. temperature The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. What to Use Caution { Warning Do not use anything other than a mix of DEX-COOL coolant that Plain water, or other liquids such as meets GM Standard GMW3420 and alcohol, can boil before the proper clean, drinkable water. Anything coolant mixture will. With plain else can cause damage to the water or the wrong mixture, the engine cooling system and the engine could get too hot but there vehicle, which would not be covered would not be an overheat warning. by the vehicle warranty. The engine could catch fire and you or others could be burned. Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash, or by pouring it Check to see if coolant is visible in the Use a 50/50 mixture of clean, on the ground or into sewers, streams, coolant surge tank. If the coolant drinkable water and DEX-COOL or bodies of water. Have the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is coolant. This mixture: changed by an authorized service boiling, wait until it cools down. The Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 275 coolant level should be at or above the full cold mark. If it is not, there may Warning (Continued) Caution (Continued) be a leak in the cooling system. would not be an overheat warning. cause system damage. If coolant is If coolant is visible but the coolant The engine could catch fire and you not visible in the surge tank, level is not at or above the full cold or others could be burned. contact your dealer. mark, see “How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank,” following. If no coolant is visible in the surge How to Add Coolant to the { Warning tank, add coolant: Coolant Surge Tank for Gasoline Engines Steam and scalding liquids from a hot cooling system are under { Warning pressure. Turning the pressure cap, even a little, can cause them to Spilling coolant on hot engine parts come out at high speed and you can burn you. Coolant contains could be burned. Never turn the cap ethylene glycol and it will burn if when the cooling system, including 1. Remove the coolant surge tank the engine parts are hot enough. the pressure cap, is hot. Wait for pressure cap when the cooling the cooling system and pressure system, including the coolant cap to cool. surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no { Warning longer hot. Plain water, or other liquids such as Caution Turn the pressure cap slowly alcohol, can boil before the proper counterclockwise about one full coolant mixture will. With plain Failure to follow the specific turn. If a hiss is heard, wait for water or the wrong mixture, the coolant fill procedure could cause that to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. engine could get too hot but there the engine to overheat and could (Continued) (Continued) 2. Keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and remove it. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

276 VEHICLE CARE 3. Fill the coolant surge tank with and ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED the proper mixture to the full Caution messages in the Driver Information cold mark. Center (DIC). If the pressure cap is not tightly 4. With the coolant surge tank installed, coolant loss and engine If the decision is made not to lift the pressure cap off, start the engine damage may occur. Be sure the cap hood when this warning appears, get and let it run until the engine is properly and tightly secured. service help right away. See Roadside coolant temperature gauge Service 0 366. indicates approximately 90 °C If the decision is made to lift the (195 °F). Engine Overheating hood, make sure the vehicle is parked By this time, the coolant level on a level surface. inside the coolant surge tank Caution Check to see if the engine cooling may be lower. If the level is fan(s) are running. If the engine is lower, add more of the proper Do not run the engine if there is a leak in the engine cooling system. overheating, the fans should be mixture to the coolant surge running. If they are not, do not This can cause a loss of all coolant tank until the level reaches the continue to run the engine, and have and can damage the system and full cold mark. the vehicle serviced. 5. Replace the pressure cap tightly. vehicle. Have any leaks fixed right away. If Steam is Coming from the 6. Verify coolant level after the Engine Compartment engine is shut off and the coolant is cold. If necessary, The vehicle has several indicators to repeat coolant fill procedure warn of engine overheating. { Warning Steps 1-6. There is a coolant temperature gauge Steam and scalding liquids from a in the vehicle's instrument cluster. See hot cooling system are under Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge pressure. Turning the pressure cap, 0 134. even a little, can cause them to In addition, there are ENGINE come out at high speed and you OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE, (Continued) ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE, Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 277 If the ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP If there is still no sign of steam and Warning (Continued) ENGINE or the ENGINE the vehicle is equipped with an engine OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message driven cooling fan, push down the could be burned. Never turn the cap appears with no sign of steam, try this accelerator until the engine speed is when the cooling system, including for a minute or so: about twice as fast as normal idle the pressure cap, is hot. Wait for 1. Turn the air conditioning off. speed for at least five minutes while the cooling system and pressure the vehicle is parked. If the warning is cap to cool. 2. Turn the heater on to the highest still there, turn off the engine and get temperature and to the highest everyone out of the vehicle until it If No Steam is Coming from the fan speed. Open the windows as cools down. necessary. Engine Compartment If there is no sign of steam, idle the 3. When it is safe to do so, pull off engine for five minutes while parked. The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP the road, shift to P (Park) or If the warning is still displayed, turn ENGINE or the ENGINE N (Neutral), and let the off the engine until it cools down. OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message, engine idle. along with a low coolant condition, can indicate a serious problem. If the engine coolant temperature Engine Fan gauge is no longer in the overheat If there is an engine overheat warning, If the vehicle has electric cooling fans, zone or an overheat warning no longer the fans may be heard spinning at low but no steam is seen or heard, the displays, the vehicle can be driven. problem may not be too serious. speed during most everyday driving. Continue to drive the vehicle slowly The fans may turn off if no cooling is Sometimes the engine can get a little for about 10 minutes. Keep a safe too hot when the vehicle: required. Under heavy vehicle loading, vehicle distance from the vehicle in trailer towing, high outside . Climbs a long hill on a hot day front. If the warning does not come temperatures, or operation of the air back on, continue to drive normally . Stops after high-speed driving conditioning system, the fans may and have the cooling system checked change to high speed and an increase . Idles for long periods in traffic for proper fill and function. in fan noise may be heard. This is . Tows a trailer; see Trailer Towing If the warning continues, pull over, normal and indicates that the cooling 0 255 stop, and park the vehicle right away. system is functioning properly. The Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

278 VEHICLE CARE fans will change to low speed when additional cooling is no longer Caution (Continued) required. to freeze and damage the The electric engine cooling fans may washer fluid tank and other run after the engine has been turned. parts of the washer system. off. This is normal and no service is . required. Open the cap with the washer symbol When using concentrated on it. Add washer fluid until the tank washer fluid, follow the Washer Fluid is full. See Engine Compartment manufacturer instructions for Overview 0 267 for reservoir location. adding water. What to Use . Fill the washer fluid tank only When windshield washer fluid needs Caution three-quarters full when it is to be added, be sure to read the very cold. This allows for manufacturer's instructions before . Do not use washer fluid that fluid expansion if freezing use. Use a fluid that has sufficient contains any type of water occurs, which could damage protection against freezing in an area repellent coating. This can the tank if it is where the temperature may fall below cause the wiper blades to completely full. freezing. chatter or skip. . Adding Washer Fluid Do not use engine coolant Brakes (antifreeze) in the windshield The vehicle has a low washer fluid washer. It can damage the Disc brake pads have built-in wear message on the DIC that comes on windshield washer system indicators that make a high-pitched when the washer fluid is low. The and paint. warning sound when the brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. message is displayed for 15 seconds at . Do not mix water with the start of each ignition cycle. When The sound can come and go or can be ready-to-use washer fluid. heard all the time when the vehicle is the WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID Water can cause the solution message displays, washer fluid will moving, except when applying the need to be added to the windshield (Continued) brake pedal firmly. washer fluid reservoir. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 279 inspect brake pads for wear and Brake Fluid { Warning evenly tighten wheel nuts in the proper sequence to torque The brake wear warning sound specifications. See Capacities and means that soon the brakes will not Specifications 0 359. work well. That could lead to a crash. When the brake wear Brake pads should be replaced as warning sound is heard, have the complete sets. vehicle serviced. Brake Pedal Travel The brake master cylinder reservoir is See your dealer if the brake pedal does filled with GM approved DOT 3 brake not return to normal height, or if fluid as indicated on the reservoir cap. Caution there is a rapid increase in pedal See Engine Compartment Overview travel. This could be a sign that brake 0 267 for the location of the reservoir. Continuing to drive with worn-out service may be required. brake pads could result in costly Checking Brake Fluid Replacing Brake System Parts brake repair. With the vehicle in P (Park) on a level Always replace brake system parts surface, the brake fluid level should be Some driving conditions or climates with new, approved replacement parts. between the minimum and maximum can cause a brake squeal when the If this is not done, the brakes may not marks on the brake fluid reservoir. work properly. The braking brakes are first applied or lightly There are only two reasons why the performance expected can change in applied. This does not mean brake fluid level in the reservoir may many other ways if the wrong something is wrong with the brakes. go down: replacement brake parts are installed Properly torqued wheel nuts are or if parts are improperly installed. . Normal brake lining wear. When necessary to help prevent brake new linings are installed, the fluid pulsation. When tires are rotated, level goes back up. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

280 VEHICLE CARE . A fluid leak in the brake hydraulic When the brake fluid falls to a low system. Have the brake hydraulic level, the brake warning light comes Caution system fixed. With a leak, the on. See Brake System Warning Light brakes will not work well. 0 138. If brake fluid is spilled on the vehicle's painted surfaces, the paint Always clean the brake fluid reservoir Brake fluid absorbs water over time finish can be damaged. Immediately cap and the area around the cap which degrades the effectiveness of wash off any painted surface. before removing it. the brake fluid. Replace brake fluid at Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding the specified intervals to prevent fluid does not correct a leak. If fluid is increased stopping distance. See Battery - North America Maintenance Schedule 0 347. added when the linings are worn, The original equipment battery is there will be too much fluid when What to Add maintenance free. Do not remove the new brake linings are installed. Add or cap and do not add fluid. remove fluid, as necessary, only when Use only GM approved DOT 3 brake work is done on the brake hydraulic fluid from a clean, sealed container. Refer to the replacement number system. See Recommended Fluids and shown on the original battery label Lubricants 0 355. when a new battery is needed. See Engine Compartment Overview 0 267 { Warning { Warning for battery location. If too much brake fluid is added, it The wrong or contaminated brake can spill on the engine and burn, { Warning fluid could result in damage to the if the engine is hot enough. You or brake system. This could result in WARNING: Battery posts, others could be burned, and the the loss of braking leading to a terminals, and related accessories vehicle could be damaged. Add possible injury. Always use the contain lead and lead compounds, brake fluid only when work is done proper GM approved brake fluid. chemicals known to the State of on the brake hydraulic system. California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 281 Extended Storage: Remove the black, Warning (Continued) negative (−) cable from the battery or use a battery trickle charger. Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of Four-Wheel Drive California to cause cancer. WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING. For Transfer Case more information go to If the vehicle is equipped with www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ Four-Wheel Drive, be sure to perform passenger-vehicle. the lubricant checks described in this section. See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 When to Check Lubricant 264 and the back cover. 1. Fill Plug Refer to Maintenance Schedule 0 347 2. Drain Plug Vehicle Storage to determine how often to check the lubricant. If the level is below the bottom of the { Warning fill plug (1) hole, located on the How to Check Lubricant transfer case, some lubricant will need Batteries have acid that can burn To get an accurate reading, the vehicle to be added. Add enough lubricant to you and gas that can explode. You should be on a level surface. raise the level to the bottom of the fill can be badly hurt if you are not plug (1) hole. Use care not to careful. See Jump Starting - North overtighten the plug. 0 America 329 for tips on working What to Use around a battery without getting hurt. Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 355 to determine what kind of lubricant to use. Infrequent Usage: Remove the black, negative (−) cable from the battery to keep the battery from running down. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

282 VEHICLE CARE Front Axle . When the differential is cold, add can be caused by factory fill enough lubricant to raise the level differences between the minimum and When to Check and Change from 0 mm (0 in) to 3.2 mm the maximum fluid volume. Also, if a Lubricant (1/8 in) below the fill plug (1) hole. vehicle has just been driven before It is not necessary to regularly check . When the differential is at checking the fluid level, it may appear front axle fluid unless a leak is operating temperature (warm), add lower than normal because fluid has suspected, or an unusual noise is enough lubricant to raise the level traveled out along the axle tubes and heard. A fluid loss could indicate a to the bottom of the fill has not drained back to the sump problem. Have it inspected and plug (1) hole. area. Therefore, a reading taken repaired. five minutes after the vehicle has been What to Use driven will appear to have a lower How to Check Lubricant Refer to Recommended Fluids and fluid level than a vehicle that has To get an accurate reading, the vehicle Lubricants 0 355 to determine what been stationary for an hour or two. should be on a level surface. kind of lubricant to use. The rear axle assembly must be supported on a flat, level surface to Rear Axle get a true reading. How to Check Lubricant When to Check Lubricant To get an accurate reading, the vehicle It is not necessary to regularly check should be on a level surface. rear axle fluid unless a leak is suspected or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. All axle assemblies are filled by volume of fluid during production. They are not filled to reach a certain 1. Fill Plug level. When checking the fluid level 2. Drain Plug on any axle, variations in the readings Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 283 Starter Switch Check Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control Function { Warning Check When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. { Warning If the vehicle moves, you or others When you are doing this inspection, could be injured. the vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or others 1. Before starting this check, be could be injured. sure there is enough room around the vehicle. The proper level is 1.0 mm to 1. Before starting this check, be 19.0 mm (0.04 in to 0.7 in) below the 2. Apply both the parking brake sure there is enough room bottom of the fill hole, located on the and the regular brake. around the vehicle. It should be rear axle. Add only enough fluid to parked on a level surface. reach the proper level. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the 2. Apply the parking brake. Be What to Use engine immediately if it starts. ready to apply the regular brake Refer to Recommended Fluids and 3. Try to start the engine in each immediately if the vehicle begins Lubricants 0 355 to determine what gear. The vehicle should start to move. kind of lubricant to use. only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). 3. With the engine off, turn the If the vehicle starts in any other ignition on, but do not start the position, contact your dealer for engine. Without applying the service. regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer for service. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

284 VEHICLE CARE Park Brake and P (Park) . To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine Mechanism Check running, shift to P (Park). Then release the parking brake followed { Warning by the regular brake. When you are doing this check, the Contact your dealer if service is vehicle could begin to move. You or required. others could be injured and property could be damaged. Make Wiper Blade Replacement sure there is room in front of the Windshield wiper blades should be vehicle in case it begins to roll. Be inspected for wear or cracking. ready to apply the regular brake at For the proper type and size, see 2. Lift up on the latch in the middle once should the vehicle begin Maintenance Replacement Parts 0 356. of the wiper blade where the to move. Front Wiper Blade Replacement wiper arm attaches. 3. With the latch open, pull the Park on a fairly steep hill, with the To replace the wiper blade assembly: wiper blade down toward the vehicle facing downhill. Keeping your 1. Pull the windshield wiper windshield far enough to release foot on the regular brake, set the assembly away from the it from the J-hooked end of the parking brake. windshield. wiper arm. . To check the parking brake's 4. Remove the wiper blade. holding ability: With the engine running and the transmission in Allowing the wiper blade arm to N (Neutral), slowly remove foot touch the windshield when no pressure from the regular brake wiper blade is installed could pedal. Do this until the vehicle is damage the windshield. Any held by the parking brake only. damage that occurs would not be Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 285 covered by the vehicle warranty. 2. Push the release lever (2) to Driver Assistance Systems Do not allow the wiper blade arm disengage the hook and push the If the windshield needs to be replaced to touch the windshield. wiper arm (1) out of the blade and the vehicle is equipped with a assembly (3). 5. Reverse Steps 1–3 for wiper front camera sensor for the Driver blade replacement. 3. Push the new blade assembly Assistance Systems, a GM securely in the wiper arm hook Rear Wiper Blade Replacement replacement windshield is until the release lever clicks into recommended. The replacement To replace the rear wiper blade: place. windshield must be installed 1. With the rear wiper in the off 4. Return the wiper arm and blade according to GM specifications for position, open the liftglass to assembly to the rest position on proper alignment. If it is not, these access the rear wiper arm/blade. the glass. systems may not work properly, they may display messages, or they may The rear wiper blade will not Glass Replacement not work at all. See your dealer for lock in a vertical position so care proper windshield replacement. should be used when pulling it If the windshield or front side glass away from the vehicle. must be replaced, see your dealer to Gas Strut(s) determine the correct replacement glass. This vehicle is equipped with gas strut(s) to provide assistance in lifting Windshield Replacement and holding open the hood/trunk/ liftgate system in full open position. HUD System The windshield is part of the HUD { Warning system. If the windshield must be If the gas struts that hold open the replaced, get one that is designed for hood, trunk, and/or liftgate fail, you HUD or the HUD image may look out of focus. or others could be seriously injured. Take the vehicle to your dealer for (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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service immediately. Visually inspect the gas struts for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage periodically. Check to make sure the hood/trunk/liftgate is held open with enough force. If struts are failing to hold the hood/trunk/ liftgate, do not operate. Have the vehicle serviced. Hood Liftgate

Caution

Do not apply tape or hang any objects from gas struts. Also do not push down or pull on gas struts. This may cause damage to the vehicle.

See Maintenance Schedule 0 347.

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VEHICLE CARE 287 Headlamp Aiming Bulb Replacement License Plate Lamp Headlamp aim has been preset and For the proper type of replacement should need no further adjustment. bulbs, or any bulb changing procedure If the vehicle is damaged in a crash, not listed in this section, contact your the headlamp aim may be affected. dealer. If adjustment to the headlamps is necessary, see your dealer. LED Lighting This vehicle has several LED lamps. For replacement of any LED lighting assembly, contact your dealer.

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288 VEHICLE CARE 1. Bulb Socket Electrical System Windshield Wipers 2. Bulb If the wiper motor overheats due to 3. Lamp Assembly Electrical System Overload heavy snow or ice, the windshield To replace one of these bulbs: wipers will stop until the motor cools The vehicle has fuses to protect and will then restart. 1. Push the lamp assembly (3) against an electrical system overload. toward the center of the vehicle. Fuses also protect power devices in Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload, overload due to 2. Pull the lamp assembly down to the vehicle. heavy snow or ice may cause wiper remove. Replace a bad fuse with a new one of linkage damage. Always clear ice and 3. Turn the bulb socket (1) the identical size and rating. heavy snow from the windshield counterclockwise to remove it If there is a problem on the road and before using the windshield wipers. from the lamp assembly (3). a fuse needs to be replaced, there are If the overload is caused by an 4. Pull the bulb (2) straight out of some spare fuses and a fuse puller in electrical problem and not snow or the bulb socket (1). the left instrument panel fuse block. ice, be sure to get it fixed. The same amperage fuse can also be 5. Push the replacement bulb borrowed. Choose some feature of the Fuses and Circuit Breakers straight into the bulb socket and vehicle that is not needed to use and turn the bulb socket clockwise to replace it as soon as possible. The wiring circuits in the vehicle are install it into the lamp assembly. protected from short circuits by a Headlamp Wiring 6. Push the lamp assembly back combination of fuses and circuit into position until the release tab An electrical overload may cause the breakers. This greatly reduces the locks into place. lamps to go on and off, or in some chance of damage caused by electrical cases to remain off. Have the problems. headlamp wiring checked right away if the lamps go on and off or remain off. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 289 Engine Compartment Fuse { Danger Caution Block Fuses and circuit breakers are The engine compartment fuse block is Spilling liquid on any electrical marked with their ampere rating. in the engine compartment, on the component on the vehicle may Do not exceed the driver side of the vehicle. damage it. Always keep the covers specified amperage rating when on any electrical component. replacing fuses and circuit breakers. Use of an oversized fuse or circuit A fuse puller is available in the left breaker can result in a vehicle fire. instrument panel fuse block. You and others could be seriously injured or killed.

To check a fuse, look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure to replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. Fuses of the same amperage can be Lift the cover to access the fuse block. temporarily borrowed from another fuse location, if a fuse goes out. Replace the fuse as soon as possible. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage 4 Passenger motorized 21 Automatic headlamp 35 Antilock brake seat belt leveling/Exhaust system valve 5 Suspension leveling solenoid 36 Trailer brakes compressor 22 Fuel pump 38 – 6 4WD transfer case 23 Integrated chassis 39 Right trailer electronic control control module stoplamp/Turn 7 – 24 Real time signal lamp 8 – dampening 40 Left trailer 10 Electric parking 25 Fuel pump power stoplamp/turn brake/– module signal lamp 11 – 26 Active Hydraulic 41 Trailer parking Assist/ Battery lamps 12 – regulated voltage 42 Right parking lamps 13 Interior BEC LT2 control 43 Left parking lamps 14 Rear BEC 1 27 – 44 Upfitter 3 15 – 28 Upfitter 2 45 Automatic level 16 – 30 Wiper control/Run/Crank 17 Driver motorized 31 Trailer interface 46 – seat belt module 47 Upfitter 4 18 – 32 – 49 Reverse lamps 19 – 33 – 50 – 20 – 34 Reverse lamps 52 – Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage 53 – 71 – 89 Injector B – even 54 – 73 – 90 O2 sensor B 55 – 74 Engine control 91 Throttle control 56 – module/Ignition 93 Horn 57 – 75 Miscellaneous/ 94 Fog lamps Ignition/– 58 – 95 High-beam 76 Transmission/ headlamps 59 Euro trailer Ignition 96 – 60 Air conditioning 77 RC upfitter 1 and 2 control 97 – 78 VBAT 61 – upfitter 1 and 2 98 – 62 – 79 – 99 – 63 Upfitter 1 80 – 100 O2 sensor A 64 – 81 – 101 Engine control module 65 – 82 – 66 – 102 Engine control 83 Euro trailer/RC module/ 67 Trailer battery 85 – Transmission 68 Secondary 86 – control module fuel pump 87 MAF/IAT/Humidity/ 103 Auxiliary interior 69 RC upfitter 3 and 4 TIAP sensor heater 70 VBAT 88 Injector A – odd 104 Starter upfitter 3 and 4 105 – Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Fuses Usage Relays Usage Instrument Panel Fuse 106 – 9 Fuel pump Block (Left) 107 Aeroshutter 29 Upfitter 2 108 – 37 Upfitter 3 109 Police upfitter 48 Upfitter 4 110 – 51 Parking lamp 111 – 64 Secondary 113 – fuel pump 114 Front windshield 72 Upfitter 1 washer 84 Run/Crank 115 Rear window washer 92 Engine control 116 Left cooling fan module 112 Starter The left instrument panel fuse block 117 Fuel pump prime access door is on the driver side edge 118 – 120 Fuel pump prime of the instrument panel. 119 – Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. 120 – 121 Right HID headlamp 122 Left HID headlamp 123 Right cooling fan Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Fuses Usage 3 – 4 Accessory power outlet 1 5 Accessory power outlet from retained accessory power 6 Accessory power outlet from battery power 7 Universal garage door opener/Interior rearview mirror 8 SEO/Retained accessory power 9 – 10 Body control module 3 11 Body control module 5 12 Steering wheel control backlighting 13 – 14 – The vehicle may not be equipped with Fuses Usage all of the fuses, relays, and features 15 – shown. 1 – 2 – Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage 16 Discrete logic ignition 28 Passive locking, Passive 44 Driver power seat sensor theft-deterrent/HVAC 45 – battery 17 Video processing 46 Right heated, cooled, module 29 Content theft deterrent or ventilated seat – 18 Mirror window module 30 47 Left heated, cooled, 19 Body control module 1 31 – or ventilated seat 20 Front bolster 32 – 48 – 21 – 33 SEO/Left heated seat 49 – 22 – 34 Park enable/Electric Relays Usage 23 – adjustable pedal 35 – 50 Accessory power 24 HVAC ignition/AUX outlet 2 HVAC ignition 36 Miscellaneous run 51 – 25 Instrument cluster/ crank loads Ignition sensing 37 Heated steering wheel 52 Retained accessory power diagnostic module 38 Steering column lock 2 ignition 53 Miscellaneous run 39 Instrument cluster crank 26 Tilt column/Tilt battery column lock 1/SEO 1/ 54 – SEO 2 40 – 55 – 27 Data link connector/ 41 – 56 – Driver seat module 42 Euro trailer 43 Left door Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

296 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 with Fuses Usage all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. 1 – 2 – Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Fuses Usage Fuses Usage Fuses Usage 3 – 21 Sunroof 39 DC to AC inverter 4 Accessory power 22 – 40 – outlet 4 23 – 41 – – 5 24 – 42 – – 6 25 – 43 – – 7 26 Infotainment/Airbag 44 Right door window 8 Glove box 27 –/RF window switch/ motor 9 – Rain sensor 45 Front blower 10 – 28 Obstacle detection/USB 46 Body control module 6 11 – 29 Radio 47 Body control module 7 12 Steering wheel controls 30 – 48 Amplifier 13 Body control module 8 31 – 49 Right front seat 14 – 32 – 50 Accessory power 15 – 33 – outlet 3 – 16 – 34 – 51 – 17 – 35 – 53 – 18 – 36 Special equipment 54 – 19 Body control module 4 option B2 55 – 20 Rear seat 37 Special equipment 56 entertainment option 38 Body control module 2 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Relays Usage Fuses Usage 52 Retained accessory 2 – power 3 Right heated second row seat Rear Compartment Fuse Block 4 Heated mirrors 5 Liftgate 6 Glass breakage 7 Liftglass 8 Liftgate module logic 9 Rear wiper 10 Rear heating, ventilation, and air conditioning blower 11 Second row seat 12 Liftgate module 13 Third row seat The rear compartment fuse block is behind the access panel on the left 14 Rear accessory power side of the compartment. outlet Pull the panel out by grabbing the 15 Rear window defogger finger access slot at the rear edge. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features 19 Rear fog lamp (if shown. equipped) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Relays Usage Wheels and Tires Warning (Continued) 1 Rear window defogger Tires . Underinflated tires pose 16 Liftgate the same danger as 17 Liftglass Every new GM vehicle has high-quality tires made by a overloaded tires. The 18 Rear fog lamp leading tire manufacturer. See the resulting crash could cause 20 Heated mirror warranty manual for information serious injury. Check all regarding the tire warranty and tires frequently to where to get service. For maintain the additional information refer to the recommended pressure. tire manufacturer. Tire pressure should be checked when the tires are cold. { Warning . Overinflated tires are more . Poorly maintained and likely to be cut, punctured, improperly used tires are or broken by a sudden dangerous. impact — such as when . Overloading the tires can hitting a pothole. Keep cause overheating as a tires at the recommended result of too much flexing. pressure. There could be a blowout . Worn or old tires can and a serious crash. See cause a crash. If the tread Vehicle Load Limits 0 193. is badly worn, (Continued) replace them. (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

300 VEHICLE CARE All-Season Tires roads. Consider installing winter tires Warning (Continued) on the vehicle if frequent driving on This vehicle may come with all-season ice or snow covered roads is expected. . Replace any tires that have tires. These tires are designed to See your dealer for details regarding been damaged by impacts provide good overall performance on winter tire availability and proper tire with potholes, curbs, etc. most road surfaces and weather selection. Also, see Buying New Tires conditions. Original equipment tires 0 314. . Improperly repaired tires designed to GM's specific tire can cause a crash. Only performance criteria have a TPC With winter tires, there may be the dealer or an authorized specification code molded onto the decreased dry road traction, increased tire service center should sidewall. Original equipment road noise, and shorter tread life. repair, replace, dismount, all-season tires can be identified by After changing to winter tires, be alert and mount the tires. the last two characters of this TPC for changes in vehicle handling and code, which will be “MS.” braking. . Do not spin the tires in If using winter tires: excess of 56 km/h Consider installing winter tires on the (35 mph) on slippery vehicle if frequent driving on snow or . Use tires of the same brand and ice-covered roads is expected. surfaces such as snow, tread type on all four wheel All-season tires provide adequate positions. mud, ice, etc. Excessive performance for most winter driving . spinning may cause the conditions, but they may not offer the Use only radial ply tires of the tires to explode. same level of traction or performance same size, load range, and speed rating as the original equipment as winter tires on snow or ice-covered 0 tires. See Tire Pressure for High-Speed roads. See Winter Tires 300. 0 Winter tires with the same speed Operation 307 for inflation Winter Tires rating as the original equipment tires pressure adjustment for may not be available for H, V, W, Y, high-speed driving. This vehicle was not originally and ZR speed rated tires. If winter equipped with winter tires. Winter tires with a lower speed rating are tires are designed for increased chosen, never exceed the tire's traction on snow and ice-covered maximum speed capability. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 301 Low-Profile Tires All-Terrain Tires The vehicle has low profile tires This vehicle may have all-terrain tires. that are classified as touring tires These tires provide good performance and are designed for on road use. on most road surfaces, weather conditions, and for off-road driving. The low-profile, wide tread design 0 is not recommended for off-road See Off-Road Driving 186. driving. See Off-Road Driving 0 186, The tread pattern on these tires may for additional information. wear more quickly than other tires. Consider rotating the tires more Caution frequently than at 12 000 km (7,500 mi) intervals if irregular wear is Low-profile tires are more noted when the tires are inspected. Passenger (P-Metric)/Spare Tire See Tire Inspection 0 312. susceptible to damage from road (1) Tire Size : The tire size code is hazards or curb impact than Tire Sidewall Labeling a combination of letters and standard profile tires. Tire and/or numbers used to define a wheel assembly damage can occur Useful information about a tire is particular tire's width, height, when coming into contact with molded into the sidewall. The aspect ratio, construction type, road hazards like potholes, or sharp example shows a typical passenger and service description. See the edged objects, or when sliding into vehicle tire sidewall. “Tire Size” illustration later in this a curb. The warranty does not cover section for more detail. this type of damage. Keep tires set to the correct inflation pressure and (2) TPC Spec (Tire Performance when possible, avoid contact with Criteria Specification) : Original curbs, potholes, and other road equipment tires designed to GM's hazards. specific tire performance criteria have a TPC specification code Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

302 VEHICLE CARE molded onto the sidewall. GM's TIN is molded onto both sides of (8) Temporary Use Only : Only TPC specifications meet or exceed the tire, although only one side use a temporary spare tire until all federal safety guidelines. may have the date of the road tire is repaired and (3) DOT (Department of manufacture. replaced. This spare tire should Transportation) : The (5) Tire Ply Material : The type not be driven on over 112 km/h Department of Transportation of cord and number of plies in the (70 mph), or 88 km/h (55 mph) (DOT) code indicates that the tire sidewall and under the tread. when pulling a trailer, with the is in compliance with the U.S. proper inflation pressure. See (6) Uniform Tire Quality Full-Size Spare Tire 0 328. Department of Transportation Grading (UTQG) : Tire Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. manufacturers are required to Tire Designations DOT Tire Date of Manufacture : grade tires based on three The last four digits of the TIN performance factors: treadwear, Tire Size indicate the tire manufactured traction, and temperature The example shows a typical date. The first two digits represent resistance. For more information, passenger vehicle tire size. the week (01-52) and the last two see Uniform Tire Quality Grading digits, the year. For example, the 0 316. third week of the year 2010 would (7) Maximum Cold Inflation have a four-digit DOT date Load Limit : Maximum load that of 0310. can be carried and the maximum (4) Tire Identification Number pressure needed to support that (TIN) : The letters and numbers load. For information on Passenger (P-Metric) Tire following the DOT code are the recommended tire pressure see (1) Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : Tire Identification Number (TIN). Tire Pressure 0 305 and Vehicle The United States version of a The TIN shows the manufacturer Load Limits 0 193. metric tire sizing system. The and plant code, tire size, and date letter P as the first character in the tire was manufactured. The the tire size means a passenger Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 303 vehicle tire engineered to (6) Service Description : These Belt : A rubber coated layer of standards set by the U.S. Tire and characters represent the load cords between the plies and the Rim Association. index and speed rating of the tire. tread. Cords may be made from (2) Tire Width : The three-digit The load index represents the load steel or other reinforcing number indicates the tire section carrying capacity a tire is certified materials. width in millimeters from sidewall to carry. The speed rating is the Bead : The tire bead contains steel to sidewall. maximum speed a tire is certified wires wrapped by steel cords that to carry a load. (3) Aspect Ratio : A two-digit hold the tire onto the rim. number that indicates the tire Tire Terminology and Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in height-to-width measurements. Definitions which the plies are laid at For example, if the tire size aspect alternate angles less than ratio is 75, as shown in item C of Air Pressure : The amount of air 90 degrees to the centerline of the the tire illustration, it would mean inside the tire pressing outward tread. on each square inch of the tire. that the tire's sidewall is Cold Tire Pressure : The amount 75 percent as high as it is wide. Air pressure is expressed in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds per of air pressure in a tire, measured (4) Construction Code : A letter square inch). in kPa (kilopascal) or psi (pounds code is used to indicate the type per square inch) before a tire has of ply construction in the tire. The Accessory Weight : The combined built up heat from driving. See letter R means radial ply weight of optional accessories. Tire Pressure 0 305. construction; the letter D means Some examples of optional accessories are automatic Curb Weight : The weight of a diagonal or bias ply construction; motor vehicle with standard and and the letter B means belted-bias transmission, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. optional equipment including the ply construction. maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and (5) Rim Diameter : Diameter of Aspect Ratio : The relationship of coolant, but without passengers the wheel in inches. a tire's height to its width. and cargo. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

304 VEHICLE CARE DOT Markings : A code molded Kilopascal (kPa) : The metric unit Normal Occupant Weight : The into the sidewall of a tire for air pressure. number of occupants a vehicle is signifying that the tire is in Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire : A designed to seat multiplied by compliance with the U.S. 68 kg (150 lb). See Vehicle Load tire used on light duty trucks and 0 Department of Transportation some multipurpose passenger Limits 193. (DOT) Motor Vehicle Safety vehicles. Occupant Distribution : Standards. The DOT code includes Designated seating positions. the Tire Identification Number Load Index : An assigned number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator ranging from 1 to 279 that Outward Facing Sidewall : The which can also identify the tire corresponds to the load carrying side of an asymmetrical tire that manufacturer, production plant, capacity of a tire. has a particular side that faces brand, and date of production. Maximum Inflation Pressure : outward when mounted on a vehicle. The side of the tire that GVWR : Gross Vehicle Weight The maximum air pressure to which a cold tire can be inflated. contains a whitewall, bears white Rating. See Vehicle Load Limits lettering, or bears manufacturer, 0 193. The maximum air pressure is molded onto the sidewall. brand, and/or model name GAWR FRT : Gross Axle Weight molding that is higher or deeper Rating for the front axle. See Maximum Load Rating : The load than the same moldings on the Vehicle Load Limits 0 193. rating for a tire at the maximum other sidewall of the tire. permissible inflation pressure for GAWR RR : Gross Axle Weight that tire. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire : A tire Rating for the rear axle. See used on passenger cars and some Vehicle Load Limits 0 193. Maximum Loaded Vehicle light duty trucks and Weight : The sum of curb weight, multipurpose vehicles. Intended Outboard Sidewall : accessory weight, vehicle capacity The side of an asymmetrical tire weight, and production options Recommended Inflation that must always face outward weight. Pressure : Vehicle manufacturer's when mounted on a vehicle. recommended tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 305 placard. a tire when only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) Vehicle Placard : A label See Tire Pressure 0 305 and Vehicle of tread remains. See When It Is permanently attached to a vehicle Load Limits 0 193. Time for New Tires 0 313. showing the vehicle capacity Radial Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire UTQGS (Uniform Tire Quality weight and the original equipment in which the ply cords that extend Grading Standards) : A tire tire size and recommended “ to the beads are laid at 90 degrees information system that provides inflation pressure. See Tire and ” to the centerline of the tread. consumers with ratings for a tire's Loading Information Label under Vehicle Load Limits 0 193. Rim : A metal support for a tire traction, temperature, and and upon which the tire beads are treadwear. Ratings are determined Tire Pressure seated. by tire manufacturers using government testing procedures. Tires need the correct amount of Sidewall : The portion of a tire The ratings are molded into the air pressure to operate effectively. between the tread and the bead. sidewall of the tire. See Uniform Speed Rating : An alphanumeric Tire Quality Grading 0 316. Caution code assigned to a tire indicating Vehicle Capacity Weight : The Neither tire underinflation nor the maximum speed at which a number of designated seating tire can operate. overinflation is good. positions multiplied by Underinflated tires, or tires that Traction : The friction between 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated cargo 0 do not have enough air, can the tire and the road surface. The load. See Vehicle Load Limits 193. result in: amount of grip provided. Vehicle Maximum Load on the . Tire overloading and Tread : The portion of a tire that Tire : Load on an individual tire overheating which could comes into contact with the road. due to curb weight, accessory lead to a blowout. weight, occupant weight, and Treadwear Indicators : Narrow cargo weight. . Premature or bands, sometimes called wear irregular wear. bars, that show across the tread of (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

306 VEHICLE CARE of the Tire and Loading Remove the valve cap from the Caution (Continued) Information label, see Vehicle Load tire valve stem. Press the tire 0 . Poor handling. Limits 193. How the vehicle is gauge firmly onto the valve to get loaded affects vehicle handling a pressure measurement. If the . Reduced fuel economy. and ride comfort. Never load the cold tire inflation pressure Overinflated tires, or tires that vehicle with more weight than it matches the recommended have too much air, can result in: was designed to carry. pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label, no further . Unusual wear. When to Check adjustment is necessary. If the . Poor handling. Check the tires once a month inflation pressure is low, add air . Rough ride. or more. until the recommended pressure is Do not forget the spare tire, if the reached. If the inflation pressure . Needless damage from is high, press on the metal stem in road hazards. vehicle has one. See Full-Size Spare Tire 0 328 for additional the center of the tire valve to information. release air. The Tire and Loading Information How to Check Re-check the tire pressure with label on the vehicle indicates the the tire gauge. original equipment tires and the Use a good quality pocket-type correct cold tire inflation gauge to check tire pressure. Put the valve caps back on the pressures. The recommended Proper tire inflation cannot be valve stems to keep out dirt and pressure is the minimum air determined by looking at the tire. moisture and prevent leaks. Use pressure needed to support the Check the tire inflation pressure only valve caps designed for the vehicle's maximum load carrying when the tires are cold, meaning vehicle by GM. TPMS sensors capacity. the vehicle has not been driven for could be damaged and would not at least three hours or no more be covered by the vehicle For additional information warranty. regarding how much weight the than 1.6 km (1 mi). vehicle can carry, and an example Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 307 Tire Pressure for pressure shown on the Tire and As an added safety feature, your Loading Information label. Return the vehicle has been equipped with a tire High-Speed Operation tires to the recommended cold tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) inflation pressure when high-speed that illuminates a low tire pressure { Warning driving has ended. telltale when one or more of your tires See Vehicle Load Limits 0 193 and Tire is significantly under-inflated. Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h Pressure 0 305. (100 mph) or higher, puts additional Accordingly, when the low tire strain on tires. Sustained pressure telltale illuminates, you Tire Pressure Monitor should stop and check your tires as high-speed driving causes excessive soon as possible, and inflate them to heat buildup and can cause sudden System the proper pressure. Driving on a tire failure. This could cause a The Tire Pressure Monitor System significantly under-inflated tire causes (TPMS) uses radio and sensor crash, and you or others could be the tire to overheat and can lead to technology to check tire pressure killed. Some high-speed rated tires tire failure. Under-inflation also levels. The TPMS sensors monitor the require inflation pressure reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread air pressure in your tires and transmit adjustment for high-speed life, and may affect the vehicle's tire pressure readings to a receiver operation. When speed limits and handling and stopping ability. road conditions allow the vehicle to located in the vehicle. Please note that the TPMS is not a be driven at high speeds, make sure Each tire, including the spare (if substitute for proper tire maintenance, the tires are rated for high-speed provided), should be checked monthly and it is the driver's responsibility to when cold and inflated to the operation, are in excellent maintain correct tire pressure, even if inflation pressure recommended by condition, and are set to the correct under-inflation has not reached the the vehicle manufacturer on the cold tire inflation pressure for the level to trigger illumination of the vehicle placard or tire inflation vehicle load. TPMS low tire pressure telltale. pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size Your vehicle has also been equipped When driving the vehicle at speeds of indicated on the vehicle placard or tire with a TPMS malfunction indicator to 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, set the inflation pressure label, you should indicate when the system is not cold inflation pressure to 20 kPa determine the proper tire inflation operating properly. The TPMS (3 psi) above the recommended tire pressure for those tires.) malfunction indicator is combined Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

308 VEHICLE CARE with the low tire pressure telltale. Tire Pressure Monitor A message to check the pressure in a When the system detects a specific tire displays in the Driver malfunction, the telltale will flash for Operation Information Center (DIC). The low tire approximately one minute and then This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure pressure warning light and the DIC remain continuously illuminated. This Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is warning message come on at each sequence will continue upon designed to warn the driver when a ignition cycle until the tires are subsequent vehicle start-ups as long low tire pressure condition exists. inflated to the correct inflation as the malfunction exists. TPMS sensors are mounted onto each pressure. Using the DIC, tire pressure When the malfunction indicator is tire and wheel assembly, excluding the levels can be viewed. For additional illuminated, the system may not be spare tire and wheel assembly. The information and details about the DIC TPMS sensors monitor the air operation and displays see Driver able to detect or signal low tire 0 pressure as intended. TPMS pressure in the tires and transmit the Information Center (DIC) 145. malfunctions may occur for a variety tire pressure readings to a receiver The low tire pressure warning light of reasons, including the installation located in the vehicle. may come on in cool weather when of replacement or alternate tires or the vehicle is first started, and then wheels on the vehicle that prevent the turn off as the vehicle is driven. This TPMS from functioning properly. could be an early indicator that the air Always check the TPMS malfunction pressure is getting low and needs to telltale after replacing one or more be inflated to the proper pressure. tires or wheels on your vehicle to A Tire and Loading Information label, ensure that the replacement or attached to your vehicle, shows the alternate tires and wheels allow the When a low tire pressure condition is size of the original equipment tires TPMS to continue to function detected, the TPMS illuminates the and the correct inflation pressure for properly. low tire pressure warning light on the the tires when they are cold. See See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation instrument cluster. If the warning Vehicle Load Limits 0 193 for an 0 308. light comes on, stop as soon as example of the Tire and Loading possible and inflate the tires to the See Radio Frequency Statement 0 372. Information label and its location. recommended pressure shown on the Also see Tire Pressure 0 305. Tire and Loading Information label. See Vehicle Load Limits 0 193. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 309 The TPMS can warn about a low tire A DIC warning message also displays. message should go off when the pressure condition but it does not The malfunction light and DIC TPMS sensors are installed and replace normal tire maintenance. See warning message come on at each the sensor matching process is Tire Inspection 0 312, Tire Rotation ignition cycle until the problem is performed successfully. See your 0 312, and Tires 0 299. corrected. Some of the conditions that dealer for service. can cause these to come on are: . Replacement tires or wheels do Caution . One of the road tires has been not match the original equipment replaced with the spare tire. The tires or wheels. Tires and wheels Tire sealant materials are not all spare tire does not have a TPMS other than those recommended the same. A non-approved tire sensor. The malfunction light and could prevent the TPMS from sealant could damage the TPMS DIC message should go off after functioning properly. See Buying sensors. TPMS sensor damage the road tire is replaced and the New Tires 0 314. caused by using an incorrect tire sensor matching process is . Operating electronic devices or sealant is not covered by the “ performed successfully. See TPMS being near facilities using radio vehicle warranty. Always use only ” Sensor Matching Process later in wave frequencies similar to the the GM approved tire sealant this section. TPMS could cause the TPMS available through your dealer or . The TPMS sensor matching sensors to malfunction. included in the vehicle. process was not done or not If the TPMS is not functioning completed successfully after properly, it cannot detect or signal a TPMS Malfunction Light and rotating the tires. The malfunction low tire pressure condition. See your Message light and the DIC message should dealer for service if the TPMS go off after successfully The TPMS will not function properly if malfunction light and DIC message completing the sensor matching come on and stay on. one or more of the TPMS sensors are process. See "TPMS Sensor missing or inoperable. When the Matching Process" later in this system detects a malfunction, the low section. tire pressure warning light flashes for about one minute and then stays on . One or more TPMS sensors are for the remainder of the ignition cycle. missing or damaged. The malfunction light and the DIC Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

310 VEHICLE CARE Tire Fill Alert (If Equipped) If the tire is overinflated by more than . There is a malfunction in 35 kPa (5 psi), the horn will sound the TPMS. This feature provides visual and multiple times and the turn signal audible alerts outside the vehicle to . There is a malfunction in the horn lamp will continue to flash for help when inflating an underinflated or turn signal lamps. eight seconds after filling stops. To tire to the recommended cold tire release and correct the pressure, while . The identification code of the pressure. the turn signal lamp is still flashing, TPMS sensor is not registered to When the low tire pressure warning briefly press the center of the valve the system. light comes on: stem. When the recommended . The battery of the TPMS sensor 1. Park the vehicle in a safe, level pressure is reached, the horn is low. sounds once. place. If the tire fill alert does not operate 2. Set the parking brake firmly. If the turn signal lamp does not flash due to TPMS interference, move the within 15 seconds after starting to vehicle about 1 m (3 ft) back or 3. Place the vehicle in P (Park). inflate the tire, the tire fill alert has forward and try again. If the tire fill 4. Add air to the tire that is not been activated or is not working. alert feature is not working, use a tire underinflated. The turn signal If the hazard warning flashers are on, pressure gauge. lamp will flash. the tire fill alert visual feedback will TPMS Sensor Matching Process When the recommended not work properly. Each TPMS sensor has a unique pressure is reached, the horn The TPMS will not activate the tire fill identification code. The identification sounds once and the turn signal alert properly under the following code needs to be matched to a new lamp will stop flashing and conditions: briefly turn solid. tire/wheel position after rotating the . There is interference from an vehicle’s tires or replacing one or more Repeat these steps for all external device or transmitter. of the TPMS sensors. The TPMS underinflated tires that have . The air pressure from the inflation sensor matching process should also illuminated the low tire pressure be performed after replacing a spare warning light. device is not sufficient to inflate the tire. tire with a road tire containing the TPMS sensor. The malfunction light and the DIC message should go off at Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 311 the next ignition cycle. The sensors turned on and off through the 8. Proceed to the passenger side are matched to the tire/wheel Settings menu. See Driver front tire, and repeat the positions, using a TPMS relearn tool, Information Center (DIC) 0 145. procedure in Step 7. in the following order: driver side 4. Use the five-way DIC control on 9. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, passenger side front tire, the right side of the steering rear tire, and repeat the passenger side rear tire, and driver wheel to scroll to the Tire procedure in Step 7. side rear tire. See your dealer for Pressure screen under the DIC service or to purchase a relearn tool. 10. Proceed to the driver side rear info page. See Driver Information tire, and repeat the procedure in A TPMS relearn tool can also be Center (DIC) 0 145. purchased. See Tire Pressure Monitor Step 7. The horn sounds two Sensor Activation Tool at 5. Press and hold SEL in the center times to indicate the sensor www.gmtoolsandequipment.com or of the five-way DIC control. identification code has been call 1-800-GM TOOLS The horn sounds twice to signal matched to the driver side rear (1-800-468-6657). the receiver is in relearn mode tire, and the TPMS sensor and the TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE matching process is no longer There are two minutes to match the active. The TIRE LEARNING first tire/wheel position, and message displays on the DIC screen. ACTIVE message on the DIC five minutes overall to match all four display screen goes off. tire/wheel positions. If it takes longer, 6. Start with the driver side the matching process stops and must front tire. 11. Turn the vehicle off. be restarted. 7. Place the relearn tool against the 12. Set all four tires to the The TPMS sensor matching process is: tire sidewall, near the valve stem. recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and 1. Set the parking brake. Then press the button to activate the TPMS sensor. A horn chirp Loading Information label. 2. Place the vehicle in Service confirms that the sensor Mode. See Ignition Positions 0 identification code has been 199. matched to this tire and wheel 3. Make sure the Tire Pressure info position. display option is turned on. The info displays on the DIC can be Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

312 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 for Maintenance Schedule 0 347. signs of wear or damage at least Tires are rotated to achieve a once a month. uniform wear for all tires. The first Replace the tire if: rotation is the most important. . The indicators at three or more Anytime unusual wear is noticed, places around the tire can rotate the tires as soon as be seen. possible, check for proper tire . There is cord or fabric showing inflation pressure, and check for Use this rotation pattern when through the tire's rubber. damaged tires or wheels. If the rotating the tires. unusual wear continues after the Do not include the spare tire in . The tread or sidewall is rotation, check the wheel the tire rotation. cracked, cut, or snagged deep alignment. enough to show cord or fabric. See When It Is Time for New Tires Adjust the front and rear tires to 0 . The tire has a bump, bulge, 313 and Wheel Replacement the recommended inflation 0 or split. 317. pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires . The tire has a puncture, cut, have been rotated. or other damage that cannot See Tire Pressure 0 305 and Vehicle be repaired well because of the Load Limits 0 193. size or location of the damage. Reset the Tire Pressure Monitor System. See Tire Pressure Monitor Operation 0 308. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 313 Check that all wheel nuts are When It Is Time for New See Tire Inspection 0 312 and Tire 0 properly tightened. See “Wheel Tires Rotation 312 for additional Nut Torque” under Capacities and information. Specifications 0 359. Factors, such as maintenance, The rubber in tires ages over time. temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle This also applies to the spare tire, loading, and road conditions affect the { Warning if the vehicle has one, even if it is wear rate of the tires. never used. Multiple factors including Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the temperatures, loading conditions, and parts to which it is fastened, can inflation pressure maintenance affect make wheel nuts become loose how fast aging takes place. GM after time. The wheel could come recommends that tires, including the off and cause an accident. When spare if equipped, be replaced after six changing a wheel, remove any rust years, regardless of tread wear. The or dirt from places where the wheel tire manufacture date is the last four attaches to the vehicle. In an digits of the DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) which is molded into emergency, a cloth or a paper towel one side of the tire sidewall. The first can be used; however, use a scraper two digits represent the week (01-52) or wire brush later to remove all and the last two digits, the year. For rust or dirt. example, the third week of the year Treadwear indicators are one way to 2010 would have a four-digit DOT Lightly coat the center of the tell when it is time for new tires. date of 0310. wheel hub with wheel bearing Treadwear indicators appear when the Vehicle Storage grease after a wheel change or tire tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) or rotation to prevent corrosion or less of tread remaining. Some Tires age when stored normally rust build-up. Do not get grease commercial truck tires may not have mounted on a parked vehicle. Park a treadwear indicators. vehicle that will be stored for at least on the flat wheel mounting a month in a cool, dry, clean area surface or on the wheel nuts or away from direct sunlight to slow bolts. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

314 VEHICLE CARE aging. This area should be free of performance, ride and handling, is necessary to replace only one grease, gasoline, or other substances traction control, and tire pressure axle set of worn tires, place the that can deteriorate rubber. monitoring performance. GM's new tires on the rear axle. Parking for an extended period can TPC Spec number is molded onto cause flat spots on the tires that may the tire's sidewall near the tire { Warning result in vibrations while driving. size. If the tires have an all-season When storing a vehicle for at least a tread design, the TPC Spec Tires could explode during month, remove the tires or raise the number will be followed by MS for improper service. Attempting to vehicle to reduce the weight from the mud and snow. See Tire Sidewall mount or dismount a tire could tires. Labeling 0 301 for additional cause injury or death. Only your information. dealer or authorized tire service Buying New Tires center should mount or GM recommends replacing worn GM has developed and matched dismount the tires. tires in complete sets of four. specific tires for the vehicle. The Uniform tread depth on all tires original equipment tires installed will help to maintain the were designed to meet General performance of the vehicle. { Warning Motors Tire Performance Criteria Braking and handling performance Specification (TPC Spec) system Mixing tires of different sizes, may be adversely affected if all the rating. When replacement tires are brands, or types may cause loss tires are not replaced at the same needed, GM strongly recommends of control of the vehicle, time. If proper rotation and buying tires with the same TPC resulting in a crash or other maintenance have been done, all Spec rating. vehicle damage. Use the correct four tires should wear out at size, brand, and type of tires on GM's exclusive TPC Spec system about the same time. See Tire all wheels. considers over a dozen critical Rotation 0 312 for information on specifications that impact the proper tire rotation. However, if it (Continued) overall performance of the vehicle, including brake system Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 315 Winter tires with the same speed the label location and more Warning (Continued) rating as the original equipment information about the Tire and This vehicle may have a tires may not be available for H, V, Loading Information label. different size spare than the W, Y and ZR speed rated tires. road tires originally installed on Never exceed the winter tires’ Different Size Tires and the vehicle. When new, the maximum speed capability when Wheels vehicle included a spare tire and using winter tires with a lower speed rating. If wheels or tires are installed that are wheel assembly with a similar a different size than the original overall diameter as the road If the vehicle tires must be equipment wheels and tires, vehicle tires and wheels, so it is all replaced with a tire that does not performance, including its braking, right to drive on it. The spare have a TPC Spec number, make ride and handling characteristics, tire was developed for use on sure they are the same size, load stability, and resistance to rollover this vehicle and will not affect range, speed rating, and may be affected. If the vehicle has vehicle handling. electronic systems such as antilock construction (radial) as the brakes, rollover airbags, traction original tires. control, electronic stability control, Vehicles that have a tire pressure or All-Wheel Drive, the performance { Warning monitoring system could give an of these systems can also be affected. inaccurate low-pressure warning if Using bias-ply tires on the non-TPC Spec rated tires are { Warning vehicle may cause the wheel rim installed. See Tire Pressure Monitor If different sized wheels are used, flanges to develop cracks after System 0 307. many miles of driving. A tire there may not be an acceptable and/or wheel could fail suddenly The Tire and Loading Information level of performance and safety if and cause a crash. Use only label indicates the original tires not recommended for those equipment tires on the vehicle. wheels are selected. This increases radial-ply tires with the wheels 0 on the vehicle. See Vehicle Load Limits 193 for the chance of a crash and serious (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

316 VEHICLE CARE tread, winter tires, compact spare Treadwear Warning (Continued) tires, tires with nominal rim The treadwear grade is a injury. Only use GM specific wheel diameters of 10 to 12 inches comparative rating based on the and tire systems developed for the (25 to 30 cm), or to some wear rate of the tire when tested vehicle, and have them properly limited-production tires. under controlled conditions on a installed by a GM certified While the tires available on specified government test course. technician. General Motors passenger cars For example, a tire graded and light trucks may vary with 150 would wear one and one-half See Buying New Tires 0 314 and respect to these grades, they must (1½) times as well on the Accessories and Modifications 0 265. also conform to federal safety government course as a tire requirements and additional graded 100. The relative Uniform Tire Quality General Motors Tire Performance performance of tires depends Grading Criteria (TPC) standards. upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may The following information relates Quality grades can be found where depart significantly from the norm to the system developed by the applicable on the tire sidewall due to variations in driving habits, United States National Highway between tread shoulder and service practices and differences Traffic Safety Administration maximum section width. For in road characteristics and (NHTSA), which grades tires by example: climate. treadwear, traction, and Treadwear 200 Traction AA temperature performance. This Temperature A Traction applies only to vehicles sold in the The traction grades, from highest United States. The grades are All Passenger Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. molded on the sidewalls of most Those grades represent the tire's passenger car tires. The Uniform Requirements In Addition To These Grades. ability to stop on wet pavement as Tire Quality Grading (UTQG) measured under controlled system does not apply to deep conditions on specified Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 317 government test surfaces of Federal Motor Safety Standard such as troughs or ruts, is normal. asphalt and concrete. A tire No. 109. Grades B and A represent If the vehicle is vibrating when driving marked C may have poor traction higher levels of performance on on a smooth road, the tires and performance. Warning: The the laboratory test wheel than the wheels may need to be rebalanced. traction grade assigned to this tire minimum required by law. See your dealer for proper diagnosis. is based on straight-ahead braking Warning: The temperature grade Wheel Replacement traction tests, and does not for this tire is established for a tire include acceleration, cornering, that is properly inflated and not Replace any wheel that is bent, hydroplaning, or peak traction overloaded. Excessive speed, cracked, or badly rusted or corroded. characteristics. underinflation, or excessive If wheel nuts keep coming loose, the loading, either separately or in wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts Temperature should be replaced. If the wheel leaks combination, can cause heat air, replace it. Some aluminum wheels The temperature grades are A (the buildup and possible tire failure. can be repaired. See your dealer if any highest), B, and C, representing of these conditions exist. the tire's resistance to the Wheel Alignment and Tire generation of heat and its ability Balance Your dealer will know the kind of to dissipate heat when tested wheel that is needed. under controlled conditions on a The tires and wheels were aligned and Each new wheel should have the same specified indoor laboratory test balanced at the factory to provide the load-carrying capacity, diameter, longest tire life and best overall wheel. Sustained high temperature width, offset, and be mounted the performance. Adjustments to wheel same way as the one it replaces. can cause the material of the tire alignment and tire balancing are not to degenerate and reduce tire life, necessary on a regular basis. Consider Replace wheels, wheel bolts, wheel and excessive temperature can an alignment check if there is unusual nuts, or Tire Pressure Monitor System lead to sudden tire failure. The tire wear or the vehicle is significantly (TPMS) sensors with new GM original grade C corresponds to a level of pulling to one side or the other. Some equipment parts. performance which all passenger slight pull to the left or right, car tires must meet under the depending on the crown of the road and/or other road surface variations Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

318 VEHICLE CARE Used Replacement Wheels { Warning Warning (Continued)

Using the wrong replacement { Warning recommends it for the vehicle's tire wheels, wheel bolts, or wheel nuts size combination and road Replacing a wheel with a used one can be dangerous. It could affect conditions. Follow that is dangerous. How it has been used the braking and handling of the manufacturer's instructions. To or how far it has been driven may vehicle. Tires can lose air, and avoid vehicle damage, drive slowly be unknown. It could fail suddenly cause loss of control, causing a and readjust or remove the traction and cause a crash. When replacing crash. Always use the correct wheel, device if it contacts the vehicle. Do wheels, use a new GM original wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for not spin the wheels. If traction equipment wheel. replacement. devices are used, install them on the rear tires. Tire Chains Caution If a Tire Goes Flat { Warning The wrong wheel can also cause It is unusual for a tire to blowout problems with bearing life, brake Do not use tire chains. There is not while driving, especially if the tires are cooling, speedometer or odometer enough clearance. Tire chains used maintained properly. If air goes out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak calibration, headlamp aim, bumper on a vehicle without the proper out slowly. But if there ever is a height, vehicle ground clearance, amount of clearance can cause damage to the brakes, suspension, blowout, here are a few tips about and tire or tire chain clearance to what to expect and what to do: the body and chassis. or other vehicle parts. The area damaged by the tire chains could If a front tire fails, the flat tire creates cause loss of control and a crash. a drag that pulls the vehicle toward Use another type of traction device that side. Take your foot off the only if its manufacturer accelerator pedal and grip the steering (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 319 wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and then gently brake to a { Warning { Warning stop, well off the road, if possible. Lifting a vehicle and getting under Changing a tire can be dangerous. A rear blowout, particularly on a it to do maintenance or repairs is The vehicle can slip off the jack and curve, acts much like a skid and may dangerous without the appropriate roll over or fall causing injury or require the same correction as used in safety equipment and training. If a death. Find a level place to change a skid. Stop pressing the accelerator jack is provided with the vehicle, it the tire. To help prevent the vehicle pedal and steer to straighten the is designed only for changing a flat from moving: vehicle. It may be very bumpy and tire. If it is used for anything else, noisy. Gently brake to a stop, well off 1. Set the parking brake firmly. you or others could be badly injured the road, if possible. or killed if the vehicle slips off the 2. Put the shift lever in P (Park). jack. If a jack is provided with the { Warning 3. For vehicles with four-wheel vehicle, only use it for changing a drive with an N (Neutral) Driving on a flat tire will cause flat tire. transfer case position, be sure permanent damage to the tire. the transfer case is in a drive gear — not in N (Neutral). Re-inflating a tire after it has been If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire driven on while severely and wheel damage by driving slowly 4. Turn off the engine and do underinflated or flat may cause a to a level place, well off the road, not restart while the vehicle blowout and a serious crash. Never if possible. Turn on the hazard is raised. attempt to re-inflate a tire that has warning flashers. See Hazard Warning 0 5. Do not allow passengers to been driven on while severely Flashers 168. remain in the vehicle. underinflated or flat. Have your 6. Place wheel blocks, dealer or an authorized tire service if equipped, on both sides of center repair or replace the flat tire the tire at the opposite corner as soon as possible. of the tire being changed. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

320 VEHICLE CARE When the vehicle has a flat tire (2), Removing the Spare Tire and use the following example as a guide Tools to assist in the placement of the wheel blocks (1), if equipped. The equipment needed to change a flat tire is stored in the rear of the vehicle, on the driver side, behind a door in the trim panel.

1. Pull to open the trim panel door. 1. Wheel Block (If Equipped) The third row driver side seat 2. Flat Tire may need to be folded to access the trim panel door. The following information explains how to use the jack and change a tire. 2. Lift the acoustic pad to access the jack and tools. 3. Turn the wing nut retaining the Tire Changing 1. Jack Knob tool bag (3) counterclockwise to Before changing a flat tire, see 2. Wing Nut Retaining the remove it. “Hands-Free Operation” under Liftgate Wheel Blocks 0 41. 3. Wing Nut Retaining the Pull the tool bag toward the front Tool Bag of the vehicle and lift the rear portion of the bag upward to If equipped, the tow eye bolt remove it. will be in a bag secured to the tool bag. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 321 4. Turn the jack knob (1) To access the spare tire, refer to the 1. Open the hoist shaft access counterclockwise to release the following graphics and instructions: door (3) on the bumper to access jack and wheel blocks from the the spare tire lock (6). bracket. 5. Turn the wing nut retaining the wheel blocks (2) counterclockwise to remove the wheel blocks and the wheel block retainer. Use the following tools:

If equipped with a hitch cover, turn the hitch cover retainers counterclockwise and pull the 1. Hoist Assembly cover downward to remove it 2. Hoist Shaft before removing the hoist shaft 3. Hoist Shaft Access access door. Cover/Hole 4. Jack Handle Extensions 2. To remove the spare tire lock (6), insert the key located inside the 5. Wheel Wrench remote, turn it clockwise, and 6. Spare Tire Lock then pull it straight out. 7. Hoist End of Extension Tool 1. Jack 8. Hoist Shaft Access Hole 2. Wheel Blocks 9. Spare Tire (Valve Stem 3. Jack Handle Pointed Down) 4. Jack Handle Extensions 10. Tire/Wheel Retainer 5. Wheel Wrench 11. Hoist Cable Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

322 VEHICLE CARE 4. Insert the open end of the 6. Use the wheel wrench hook to extension (7) through the hole in pull the hoist cable closer to the rear bumper (8) (hoist shaft assist in reaching the spare tire. access hole). Be sure the hoist end of the extension (7) connects to the hoist shaft. The ribbed square end of the extension is used to lower the spare tire. 5. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire to the ground. 3. Assemble the two jack handle Continue to turn the wheel 7. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle extensions (4) and wheel wrench until the spare tire can wrench (5), as shown. with some slack in the cable to be pulled out from under the access the tire/wheel retainer. vehicle. Tilt the retainer and pull it and the cable and spring through the center of the wheel. Once the retainer is separated from the guide pin, tilt the retainer and pull it through the center of the wheel along with the cable and latch. 8. Put the spare tire near the flat tire. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 323 Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire 1. Do a safety check before proceeding. See If a Tire Goes Flat 0 318 for more information.

3. Use the wheel wrench to loosen Left Front Shown, Right Front Similar all the wheel nuts. Turn the Front Tire Flat: If the flat tire is wheel wrench counterclockwise on a front tire of the vehicle, use 2. If the vehicle has a center cap to loosen the wheel nuts. Do not the jack handle and only one that covers the wheel fasteners, remove the wheel nuts yet. jack handle extension. Attach the place the chisel end of the wheel wheel wrench to the jack handle wrench in the slot on the wheel extension. Attach the jack handle and gently pry the cap out. to the jack. Position the jack on the frame behind the flat tire where the frame sections overlap. Turn the wheel wrench clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the Jacking Locations (Overall View) spare tire to clear the ground. 4. Position the jack under the vehicle, as shown. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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{ Warning

Getting under a vehicle when it is lifted on a jack is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack.

{ Warning Rear Position 5. Remove all of the wheel nuts. Raising the vehicle with the jack Rear Tire Flat: If the flat tire is 6. Take off the flat tire. on a rear tire of the vehicle, use improperly positioned can damage the jack handle (2) and both jack the vehicle and even make the handle extensions (3). Attach the vehicle fall. To help avoid personal wheel wrench (4) to the jack injury and vehicle damage, be sure handle extensions (3). Attach the to fit the jack lift head into the jack handle (2) to the jack (1). proper location before raising the Use the jacking pad (5) provided vehicle. on the rear axle. Turn the wheel wrench (4) clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 325 7. Remove any rust or dirt from the 11. Tighten the nuts firmly in a wheel bolts, mounting surfaces, { Warning crisscross sequence as shown by and spare wheel. turning the wheel wrench Never use oil or grease on bolts or clockwise. { nuts because the nuts might come Warning loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall { Warning Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the off, causing a crash. parts to which it is fastened, can Wheel nuts that are improperly or make wheel nuts become loose 9. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. incorrectly tightened can cause the after time. The wheel could come Then use the wheel wrench to wheels to become loose or come off. off and cause an accident. When tighten the nuts until the wheel The wheel nuts should be tightened changing a wheel, remove any rust is held against the hub. with a torque wrench to the proper or dirt from places where the wheel 10. Turn the wheel wrench torque specification after replacing. attaches to the vehicle. In an counterclockwise to lower the Follow the torque specification emergency, a cloth or a paper towel vehicle. Lower the jack supplied by the aftermarket can be used; however, use a scraper completely. manufacturer when using accessory or wire brush later to remove all locking wheel nuts. See Capacities rust or dirt. and Specifications 0 359 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications. 8. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel after mounting the spare tire. Caution

Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoid expensive (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

326 VEHICLE CARE Store the tire under the rear of the Caution (Continued) Warning (Continued) vehicle in the spare tire carrier. Refer to the following graphics and brake repairs, evenly tighten the collision, loose equipment could instructions: wheel nuts in the proper sequence strike someone. Store all these in and to the proper torque the proper place. specification. See Capacities and Specifications 0 359 for the wheel nut torque specification. Caution

When reinstalling the regular wheel Storing an aluminum wheel with a and tire, also reinstall the center cap, flat tire under your vehicle for an if equipped. Line up the tab on the extended period of time or with the center cap with the slot in the wheel. valve stem pointing up can damage The cap only goes in one way. Place the wheel. Always stow the wheel the cap on the wheel and press until it with the valve stem pointing down snaps into place. and have the wheel/tire repaired as Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and soon as possible. 1. Hoist Assembly Tools 2. Hoist Shaft 3. Hoist Shaft Access { Warning Caution Cover/Hole 4. Jack Handle Extensions Storing a jack, a tire, or other The tire hoist can be damaged if 5. Wheel Wrench equipment in the passenger there is no tension on the cable 6. Spare Tire Lock compartment of the vehicle could when using it. To have the 7. Hoist End of Extension Tool cause injury. In a sudden stop or necessary tension, the spare or road 8. Hoist Shaft Access Hole (Continued) tire and wheel assembly must be 9. Spare Tire (Valve Stem installed on the tire hoist to use it. Pointed Down) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 327 10. Tire/Wheel Retainer 3. Assemble the two jack handle 11. Hoist Cable extensions (4) and wheel wrench (5). 1. Put the tire (9) on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. 2. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle. Separate the tire/wheel retainer from the guide pin. Pull the pin through the center of the wheel. Tilt the retainer down through the center wheel opening. 7. Make sure the tire is stored Make sure the retainer is fully securely. Push, pull, and then try seated across the underside of to turn the tire. If the tire moves, the wheel. use the wheel wrench to tighten 4. Insert the open end of the the cable. extension (7) through the hole in 8. Reinstall the spare tire lock. the rear bumper (8) (hoist shaft access hole). 9. Reinstall the hoist shaft access cover. 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is seated If equipped, reinstall the hitch in the wheel opening. cover and turn the retainers clockwise. 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by To store the tools: turning the wheel wrench 1. Return the tools (wheel wrench, clockwise until you hear two jack handle, and jack handle clicks or feel it skip twice. The extensions) to the tool bag. cable cannot be overtightened. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

328 VEHICLE CARE 2. Assemble the wheel blocks and If equipped with a temporary use so it is all right to drive on it. If the jack together with the wing nut. full-size spare tire, it is indicated on vehicle has four-wheel drive and a the tire sidewall. See Tire Sidewall different size spare tire is installed, 3. Position the jack and wheel 0 blocks in the driver side trim Labeling 301. This spare tire should drive only in two-wheel drive. panel over the wheelhouse. not be driven on over 112 km/h After installing the spare tire on the (70 mph), or 88 km/h (55 mph) when vehicle, stop as soon as possible and 4. Turn the jack knob clockwise pulling a trailer, at the proper until the jack is secured tight in check that the spare tire is correctly inflation pressure. Repair and replace inflated. the mounting bracket. Be sure to the road tire as soon as it is position the holes in the base of convenient, and stow the spare tire for Have the damaged or flat road tire the jack onto the pin in the future use. repaired or replaced and installed mounting bracket. back onto the vehicle as soon as 5. Use the retaining bracket to Caution possible so the spare tire will be fasten the tool bag on the stud available in case it is needed again. and turn the wing nut clockwise If the vehicle has four-wheel drive Do not mix tires and wheels of to secure. and a different size spare tire is different sizes, because they will not installed, do not drive in four-wheel 6. Close the trim panel door. fit. Keep your spare tire and its wheel drive until the flat tire is repaired together. If the vehicle has a spare tire Full-Size Spare Tire and/or replaced. The vehicle could that does not match the original road be damaged and the repairs would tires and wheels in size and type, do If this vehicle came with a full-size not be covered by the warranty. not include the spare in the tire spare tire, it was fully inflated when Never use four-wheel drive when a rotation. new, however, it can lose air over different size spare tire is installed time. Check the inflation pressure on the vehicle. regularly. See Tire Pressure 0 305 and Vehicle Load Limits 0 193. For instructions on The vehicle may have a different size how to remove, install, or store a spare tire than the road tires originally spare tire, see Tire Changing 0 320. installed on the vehicle. This spare tire was developed for use on this vehicle, Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Jump Starting Warning (Continued) Caution Jump Starting - North more information go to Ignoring these steps could result in America www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/ costly damage to the vehicle that passenger-vehicle. would not be covered by the vehicle For more information about the warranty. Trying to start the vehicle vehicle battery, see Battery - North by pushing or pulling it will not America 0 280. See California Proposition 65 Warning 0 264 and the back cover. work, and it could damage the If the vehicle's battery has run down, vehicle. you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your { Warning 1. Check the other vehicle. It must vehicle. Be sure to use the following Batteries can hurt you. They can be have a 12-volt battery with a steps to do it safely. dangerous because: negative ground system. { Warning . They contain acid that can burn you. Caution WARNING: Battery posts, . They contain gas that can If the other vehicle does not have a terminals, and related accessories explode or ignite. 12-volt system with a negative contain lead and lead compounds, . They contain enough ground, both vehicles can be chemicals known to the State of electricity to burn you. damaged. Only use a vehicle that California to cause cancer and birth has a 12-volt system with a defects or other reproductive harm. If you do not follow these steps negative ground for jump starting. Batteries also contain other exactly, some or all of these things chemicals known to the State of can hurt you. California to cause cancer. WASH 2. Get the vehicles close enough so HANDS AFTER HANDLING. For the jumper cables can reach, but be sure the vehicles are not (Continued) touching each other. If they are, it could cause an unwanted Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

330 VEHICLE CARE ground connection. You would 3. Turn the ignition off on both not be able to start your vehicle, vehicles. Unplug unnecessary { Warning and the bad grounding could accessories plugged into the damage the electrical systems. accessory power outlets. Turn off An electric fan can start up even the radio and all the lamps that when the engine is not running and To avoid the possibility of the can injure you. Keep hands, vehicles rolling, set the parking are not needed. This will avoid sparks and help save both clothing, and tools away from any brake firmly on both vehicles underhood electric fan. involved in the jump start batteries. And it could save the procedure. Put the automatic radio! transmission in P (Park) or a 4. Open the hood on the other manual transmission in Neutral vehicle and locate the positive (+) { Warning before setting the parking brake. and negative (−) terminal For vehicles with locations on that vehicle. Using a match near a battery can four-wheel-drive with a The positive (+) terminal is under cause battery gas to explode. People N (Neutral) transfer case a red plastic cover at the positive have been hurt doing this, and position, be sure the transfer battery post. To uncover the some have been blinded. Use a — case is in a drive gear not positive (+) terminal, open the flashlight if you need more light. N (Neutral). red plastic cover. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Do not get it on you. Caution For more information on the location of the remote If you accidentally get it in your If any accessories are left on or positive (+) and remote negative eyes or on your skin, flush the place − plugged in during the jump starting ( ) terminals, see Engine with water and get medical help 0 procedure, they could be damaged. Compartment Overview 267. immediately. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Whenever possible, turn off or unplug all accessories on either vehicle when jump starting. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 331 negative (−) cable to the negative Do not let the other end touch { Warning (−) terminal on the dead battery anything until the next step. because this can cause sparks. Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine is running.

5. Check that the jumper cables do not have loose or missing insulation. If they do, you could get a shock. The vehicles could be damaged too. Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go 9. Connect the other end of the − to positive (+) or to a remote 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable negative ( ) cable to the metal positive (+) terminal if the to the positive (+) terminal of the bracket that is bolted to the vehicle has one. Negative (−) will vehicle with the dead battery. engine and supports the go to a heavy, unpainted metal 7. Do not let the other end touch resonator, on the vehicle with engine part or to a remote metal. Connect it to the the dead battery. negative (−) terminal if the positive (+) terminal of the good 10. Start the vehicle with the good vehicle has one. battery. Use a remote positive (+) battery and run the engine for a Do not connect positive (+) to terminal if the vehicle has one. while. negative (−) or you will get a 8. Connect the black negative (−) 11. Try to start the vehicle that had short that would damage the cable to the negative (−) terminal the dead battery. If it will not battery and maybe other parts of the good battery. Use a remote start after a few tries, it probably too. And do not connect the negative (−) terminal if the needs service. vehicle has one. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

332 VEHICLE CARE Front Attachment Points Caution Towing the Vehicle

If the jumper cables are connected Caution or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and Incorrectly towing a disabled damage the vehicle. The repairs vehicle may cause damage. The would not be covered by the vehicle damage would not be covered by warranty. Always connect and the vehicle warranty. remove the jumper cables in the Do not lash or hook to suspension correct order, making sure that the components. Use the proper straps cables do not touch each other or around the tires to secure the other metal. vehicle.

Jumper Cable Removal Use only a flatbed tow truck for The vehicle is equipped with specific Reverse the sequence exactly when towing a disabled vehicle. Never use a attachment points to be used to pull removing the jumper cables. sling type lift or damage will occur. the vehicle onto a flatbed car carrier Use ramps to help reduce approach from a flat road surface. Do not use After starting the disabled vehicle and angles if necessary. A towed vehicle these attachment points to pull the removing the jumper cables, allow it should have its drive wheels off the vehicle from snow, mud or sand. to idle for several minutes. ground. Consult a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 333 Recreational Vehicle Dinghy Towing Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Towing Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Recreational vehicle towing means towing the vehicle behind another vehicle, such as a motor home. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are dinghy and dolly towing. Dinghy towing is towing the vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. Dolly towing is towing the vehicle with two wheels on the ground and two wheels on a dolly. Follow the tow vehicle manufacturer’s instructions. See your dealer or Only dinghy tow four-wheel-drive trailering professional for additional vehicles with a two-speed transfer advice and equipment Caution case that have an N (Neutral) and a recommendations. Four-Wheel Drive Low (4 n) setting. If the two-wheel-drive vehicle is Caution towed with all four wheels on the { Warning ground, the drivetrain components Use of a shield mounted in front of could be damaged. The repairs Shifting a four-wheel-drive vehicle's the vehicle grille could restrict would not be covered by the vehicle transfer case into N (Neutral) can airflow and cause damage to the warranty. cause the vehicle to roll even if the transmission. The repairs would not transmission is in P (Park). You or be covered by the vehicle warranty. others could be injured. Set the If using a shield, only use one that Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the parking brake before shifting the attaches to the towing vehicle. ground. transfer case to N (Neutral). Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

334 VEHICLE CARE To dinghy tow: 9. With a foot on the brake pedal, Caution 1. Position the vehicle being towed release the parking brake. behind the tow vehicle, facing Failure to disconnect the negative 10. If equipped with Keyless Access, forward and on a level surface. battery cable or to have it contact keep the RKE transmitter outside 2. Securely attach the vehicle being the terminals can cause damage to of the vehicle, and manually lock towed to the tow vehicle. the vehicle. the doors. Access the vehicle as if it has a dead RKE transmitter 3. Apply the parking brake and battery, by using the key in the start the engine. 6. Disconnect the negative battery door lock. cable at the battery and secure For vehicles with Electric Parking Disconnecting the Towed Vehicle Brakes (EPB), the EPB cannot be the nut and bolt. Cover the negative battery post with a applied and the tires must be Before disconnecting the towed non-conductive material to chocked. vehicle: prevent any contact with the 4. Shift the transfer case to negative battery terminal. 1. Park on a level surface. N (Neutral). See “Shifting into 7. Shift the transmission to 2. Set the parking brake, then shift N (Neutral)” under Four-Wheel P (Park). the transmission to P (Park). Drive 0 211. Check that the vehicle is in N (Neutral) by 3. Connect the battery. shifting the transmission to Caution 4. Apply the brake pedal. R (Reverse) and then to D 5. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN (Drive). There should be no If the steering column is locked, vehicle damage may occur. with the engine off. Shift the movement of the vehicle while transfer case out of N (Neutral) shifting. to 2 m. See “Shifting out of 8. Move the steering wheel to make 5. Shift the transmission into N (Neutral)” under Four-Wheel sure the steering column is D (Drive). Turn the engine off. Drive 0 211. See your dealer if unlocked. the transfer case cannot be shifted out of N (Neutral). Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 335 Dolly Towing – Front Towing 6. Check that the vehicle is in 2 m Caution by starting the engine and (Front Wheels Off the Ground) shifting the transmission to Towing a four-wheel-drive vehicle R (Reverse) and then to D with all four wheels on the ground, (Drive). There should be or even with only two of its wheels movement of the vehicle while on the ground, will damage shifting. drivetrain components. Do not tow 7. Shift the transmission to P (Park) a four-wheel-drive vehicle with any and turn off the ignition. of its wheels on the ground. 8. Disconnect the vehicle from the tow vehicle. This vehicle should not be towed with 9. Release the parking brake. the rear wheels on the ground. 10. Reset any lost presets. The outside temperature display will default to 0 °C (32 °F) but Caution will reset with normal usage. If a two-wheel-drive vehicle is towed with the rear wheels on the ground, the transmission could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Never tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

336 VEHICLE CARE Dolly Towing – Rear Towing Dolly Towing – Rear Towing 5. Secure the vehicle to the dolly (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) – (Rear Wheels Off the Ground) – following the manufacturer's Four-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles instructions. 6. Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position. 7. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.

To dolly tow the vehicle from the rear: Caution 1. Attach the dolly to the tow Towing a four-wheel-drive vehicle vehicle following the dolly with all four wheels on the ground, manufacturer's instructions. or even with only two of its wheels 2. Drive the rear wheels onto the on the ground, will damage dolly. drivetrain components. Do not tow 3. Firmly set the parking brake. See a four-wheel-drive vehicle with any 0 of its wheels on the ground. Parking Brake 215. 4. Put the transmission in P (Park). This vehicle should not be towed with any wheels on the ground. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 337 Appearance Care If using an automatic car wash, follow Caution (Continued) the car wash instructions. The windshield wiper and rear window Exterior Care correct product usage, necessary wiper, if equipped, must be off. safety precautions, and appropriate Locks Remove any accessories that may be disposal of any vehicle care damaged or interfere with the car Locks are lubricated at the factory. product. wash equipment. Use a de-icing agent only when absolutely necessary, and have the Rinse the vehicle well, before washing locks greased after using. See and after, to remove all cleaning Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Caution agents completely. If they are allowed 0 355. to dry on the surface, they could stain. Avoid using high-pressure washes Dry the finish with a soft, clean Washing the Vehicle closer than 30 cm (12 in) to the chamois or an all-cotton towel to surface of the vehicle. Use of power To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash avoid surface scratches and water it often and out of direct sunlight. washers exceeding 8,274 kPa spotting. (1,200 psi) can result in damage or removal of paint and decals. Finish Care Caution Application of aftermarket clearcoat Do not use petroleum-based, acidic, sealant/wax materials is not or abrasive cleaning agents as they Caution recommended. If painted surfaces are can damage the vehicle's paint, damaged, see your dealer to have the metal, or plastic parts. If damage Do not power wash any component damage assessed and repaired. Foreign materials such as calcium chloride occurs, it would not be covered by under the hood that has this e and other salts, ice melting agents, the vehicle warranty. Approved symbol. cleaning products can be obtained road oil and tar, tree sap, bird from your dealer. Follow all This could cause damage that droppings, chemicals from industrial chimneys, etc., can damage the manufacturer directions regarding would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. vehicle's finish if they remain on (Continued) painted surfaces. Wash the vehicle as Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

338 VEHICLE CARE soon as possible. If necessary, use Protecting Exterior Bright Metal . Do not use cleaners that are not non-abrasive cleaners that are marked Moldings intended for automotive use. safe for painted surfaces to remove . Use a nonabrasive wax on the foreign matter. Caution vehicle after washing to protect Occasional hand waxing or mild and extend the molding finish. polishing should be done to remove Failure to clean and protect the residue from the paint finish. See your bright metal moldings can result in Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses, dealer for approved cleaning products. a hazy white finish or pitting. This Emblems, Decals, and Stripes damage would not be covered by Use only lukewarm or cold water, a Do not apply waxes or polishes to the vehicle warranty. uncoated plastic, vinyl, rubber, decals, soft cloth, and a car washing soap to simulated wood, or flat paint as clean exterior lamps, lenses, emblems, damage can occur. The bright metal moldings on the decals, and stripes. Follow instructions vehicle are aluminum, chrome or under "Washing the Vehicle" Caution stainless steel. To prevent damage previously in this section. always follow these cleaning Lamp covers are made of plastic, and Machine compounding or instructions: some have a UV protective coating. Do aggressive polishing on a basecoat/ . Be sure the molding is cool to the not clean or wipe them when dry. clearcoat paint finish may damage touch before applying any cleaning Do not use any of the following on it. Use only non-abrasive waxes and solution. lamp covers: polishes that are made for a . Use only approved cleaning . Abrasive or caustic agents. basecoat/clearcoat paint finish on solutions for aluminum, chrome or the vehicle. stainless steel. Some cleaners are . Washer fluids and other cleaning highly acidic or contain alkaline agents in higher concentrations To keep the paint finish looking new, substances and can damage the than suggested by the keep the vehicle garaged or covered moldings. manufacturer. whenever possible. . Always dilute a concentrated . Solvents, alcohols, fuels, or other cleaner according to the harsh cleaners. manufacturer’s instructions. . Ice scrapers or other hard items. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 339 . Aftermarket appearance caps or Windshield and Wiper Blades Tires covers while the lamps are Clean the outside of the windshield Use a stiff brush with tire cleaner to illuminated, due to excessive heat with glass cleaner. clean the tires. generated. Clean rubber blades using a lint-free Caution cloth or paper towel soaked with Caution windshield washer fluid or a mild Using petroleum-based tire dressing Failure to clean lamps properly can detergent. Wash the windshield products on the vehicle may cause damage to the lamp cover thoroughly when cleaning the blades. damage the paint finish and/or that would not be covered by the Bugs, road grime, sap, and a buildup tires. When applying a tire dressing, vehicle warranty. of vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause wiper streaking. always wipe off any overspray from all painted surfaces on the vehicle. Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged. Damage can be Caution caused by extreme dusty conditions, Wheels and Trim — Aluminum or sand, salt, heat, sun, snow, and ice. Using wax on low gloss black finish Chrome stripes can increase the gloss level Weatherstrips Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and create a non-uniform finish. and water to clean the wheels. After Apply weatherstrip lubricant on Clean low gloss stripes with soap rinsing thoroughly with clean water, weatherstrips to make them last dry with a soft, clean towel. A wax and water only. longer, seal better, and not stick or may then be applied. squeak. Lubricate weatherstrips at Air Intakes least once a year. Hot, dry climates may require more frequent Caution Clear debris from the air intakes, application. Black marks from rubber between the hood and windshield, material on painted surfaces can be Chrome wheels and other chrome when washing the vehicle. removed by rubbing with a clean trim may be damaged if the vehicle cloth. See Recommended Fluids and is not washed after driving on roads Lubricants 0 355. (Continued) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

340 VEHICLE CARE Brake System Caution (Continued) Caution Visually inspect brake lines and hoses that have been sprayed with for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, Lubrication of applicable steering/ magnesium, calcium, or sodium cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake suspension points should not be chloride. These chlorides are used pads for wear and rotors for surface done unless the temperature is on roads for conditions such as ice condition. Inspect drum brake linings/ −12 °C (10 °F) or higher, or damage and dust. Always wash the chrome shoes for wear or cracks. Inspect all could result. with soap and water after exposure. other brake parts. Steering, Suspension, and Body Component Lubrication Chassis Components Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood Caution Visually inspect steering, suspension, hinges, liftgate hinges, steel fuel door and chassis components for damaged, hinge and power assist step hinges, To avoid surface damage, do not loose, or missing parts or signs of unless the components are plastic. use strong soaps, chemicals, wear at least once a year. Applying silicone grease on abrasive polishes, cleaners, brushes, weatherstrips with a clean cloth will or cleaners that contain acid on Inspect power steering for proper attachment, connections, binding, make them last longer, seal better, aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. and not stick or squeak. Use only approved cleaners. Also, never drive a vehicle with Visually check constant velocity joint Underbody Maintenance aluminum or chrome-plated wheels boots and axle seals for leaks. At least twice a year, spring and fall, through an automatic car wash that For 1500 Series vehicles, at least every use plain water to flush any corrosive uses silicone carbide tire cleaning other oil change lubricate the outer tie materials from the underbody. Take brushes. Damage could occur and rod ends. care to thoroughly clean any areas where mud and other debris can the repairs would not be covered by Control arm ball joints on 1500 Series collect. If equipped with power assist the vehicle warranty. vehicles are maintenance-free. steps, extend them and then use a high pressure wash to clean all joints and gaps. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 341 Do not directly power wash the Chemical Paint Spotting Before using cleaners, read and follow transfer case and/or front/rear axle all safety instructions on the label. Airborne pollutants can fall upon and output seals. High pressure water can While cleaning the interior, open the attack painted vehicle surfaces overcome the seals and contaminate doors and windows to get proper causing blotchy, ring-shaped the fluid. Contaminated fluid will ventilation. discolorations, and small, irregular decrease the life of the transfer case dark spots etched into the paint To prevent damage, do not clean the and/or axles and should be replaced. surface. See “Finish Care” previously in interior using the following cleaners Sheet Metal Damage this section. or techniques: If the vehicle is damaged and requires . Never use a razor or any other sheet metal repair or replacement, Interior Care sharp object to remove soil from make sure the body repair shop To prevent dirt particle abrasions, any interior surface. applies anti-corrosion material to regularly clean the vehicle's interior. . Never use a brush with stiff parts repaired or replaced to restore Immediately remove any soils. bristles. corrosion protection. Newspapers or dark garments can . Never rub any surface aggressively transfer color to the vehicle’s interior. Original manufacturer replacement or with too much pressure. parts will provide the corrosion Use a soft bristle brush to remove . Do not use laundry detergents or protection while maintaining the dust from knobs and crevices on the dishwashing soaps with vehicle warranty. instrument cluster. Using a mild soap degreasers. For liquid cleaners, use solution, immediately remove hand approximately 20 drops per 3.8 L Finish Damage lotions, sunscreen, and insect (1 gal) of water. A concentrated Quickly repair minor chips and repellent from all interior surfaces or soap solution will create streaks scratches with touch-up materials permanent damage may result. and attract dirt. Do not use available from your dealer to avoid Use cleaners specifically designed for solutions that contain strong or corrosion. Larger areas of finish the surfaces being cleaned to prevent caustic soap. damage can be corrected in your permanent damage. Apply all cleaners . Do not heavily saturate the dealer's body and paint shop. directly to the cleaning cloth. Do not upholstery when cleaning. spray cleaners on any switches or controls. Remove cleaners quickly. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

342 VEHICLE CARE . Do not use solvents or cleaners Coated Moldings 2. Remove excess moisture by containing solvents. gently wringing until water does Coated moldings should be cleaned. not drip from the cleaning cloth. Interior Glass . When lightly soiled, wipe with a 3. Start on the outside edge of the sponge or soft, lint-free cloth To clean, use a terry cloth fabric soil and gently rub toward the dampened with water. dampened with water. Wipe droplets center. Fold the cleaning cloth to left behind with a clean dry cloth. . When heavily soiled, use warm a clean area frequently to If necessary, use a commercial glass soapy water. prevent forcing the soil in to the cleaner after cleaning with plain water. fabric. Fabric/Carpet/Suede Caution 4. Continue gently rubbing the Start by vacuuming the surface using soiled area until there is no a soft brush attachment. If a rotating To prevent scratching, never use longer any color transfer from vacuum brush attachment is being the soil to the cleaning cloth. abrasive cleaners on automotive used, only use it on the floor carpet. glass. Abrasive cleaners or Before cleaning, gently remove as 5. If the soil is not completely aggressive cleaning may damage much of the soil as possible: removed, use a mild soap the rear window defogger. solution followed only by plain . Gently blot liquids with a paper water. towel. Continue blotting until no Cleaning the windshield with water more soil can be removed. If the soil is not completely removed, it may be necessary to use a during the first three to six months of . For solid soils, remove as much as ownership will reduce tendency to fog. commercial upholstery cleaner or spot possible prior to vacuuming. lifter. Test a small hidden area for Speaker Covers To clean: colorfastness before using a commercial upholstery cleaner or spot Vacuum around a speaker cover 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free lifter. If ring formation occurs, clean gently, so that the speaker will not be colorfast cloth with water. the entire fabric or carpet. damaged. Clean spots with water and Microfiber cloth is recommended mild soap. to prevent lint transfer to the After cleaning, use a paper towel to fabric or carpet. blot excess moisture. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

VEHICLE CARE 343 Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces Instrument Panel, Leather, Vinyl, Do not use cleaners that increase and Vehicle Information and Other Plastic Surfaces, Low gloss, especially on the instrument Radio Displays Gloss Paint Surfaces, and panel. Reflected glare can decrease Natural Open Pore Wood visibility through the windshield Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss under certain conditions. surfaces or vehicle displays. First, use Surfaces a soft bristle brush to remove dirt that Use a soft microfiber cloth dampened Caution can scratch the surface. Then gently with water to remove dust and loose clean by rubbing with a microfiber dirt. For a more thorough cleaning, Use of air fresheners may cause cloth. Never use window cleaners or use a soft microfiber cloth dampened permanent damage to plastics and solvents. Periodically hand wash the with a mild soap solution. painted surfaces. If an air freshener microfiber cloth separately, using mild comes in contact with any plastic soap. Do not use bleach or fabric Caution softener. Rinse thoroughly and air dry or painted surface in the vehicle, before next use. blot immediately and clean with a Soaking or saturating leather, soft cloth dampened with a mild especially perforated leather, as well Caution soap solution. Damage caused by as other interior surfaces, may air fresheners would not be covered cause permanent damage. Wipe by the vehicle warranty. Do not attach a device with a excess moisture from these surfaces suction cup to the display. This may after cleaning and allow them to cause damage and would not be dry naturally. Never use heat, Cargo Cover and covered by the vehicle warranty. steam, or spot removers. Do not use Convenience Net cleaners that contain silicone or If equipped, wash with warm water wax-based products. Cleaners and mild detergent. Do not use containing these solvents can chlorine bleach. Rinse with cold water, permanently change the appearance and then dry completely. and feel of leather or soft trim, and are not recommended. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

344 VEHICLE CARE Care of Seat Belts Use the following guidelines for Removing and Replacing the proper floor mat usage: Keep belts clean and dry. Floor Mats . The original equipment floor mats Pull up on the rear of the floor mat to { Warning were designed for your vehicle. unlock each retainer and remove. If the floor mats need replacing, it Do not bleach or dye seat belt is recommended that GM certified webbing. It may severely weaken floor mats be purchased. Non-GM the webbing. In a crash, they might floor mats may not fit properly not be able to provide adequate and may interfere with the pedals. protection. Clean and rinse seat belt Always check that the floor mats do not interfere with the pedals. webbing only with mild soap and lukewarm water. Allow the webbing . Do not use a floor mat if the to dry. vehicle is not equipped with a floor mat retainer on the driver side floor. Floor Mats . Use the floor mat with the correct side up. Do not turn it over. { Warning Reinstall by lining up the floor mat . Do not place anything on top of retainer openings over the carpet the driver side floor mat. If a floor mat is the wrong size or is retainers and snapping into position. not properly installed, it can . Use only a single floor mat on the Make sure the floor mat is properly interfere with the pedals. driver side. Interference with the pedals can secured in place. . Do not place one floor mat on top cause unintended acceleration and/ Verify the floor mat does not interfere of another. or increased stopping distance with the pedals. which can cause a crash and injury. Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 345 Service and Recommended Fluids, General Information Lubricants, and Parts Maintenance Recommended Fluids and Your vehicle is an important Lubricants ...... 355 investment. This section describes the Maintenance Replacement required maintenance for the vehicle. General Information Parts ...... 356 Follow this schedule to help protect General Information ...... 345 against major repair expenses Maintenance Records resulting from neglect or inadequate Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance Records ...... 357 maintenance. It may also help to Maintenance maintain the value of the vehicle if it Cadillac Premium Care is sold. It is the responsibility of the Maintenance ...... 347 owner to have all required maintenance performed. Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ...... 347 Your dealer has trained technicians who can perform required Special Application Services maintenance using genuine Special Application Services . . . . . 352 replacement parts. They have up-to-date tools and equipment for Additional Maintenance fast and accurate diagnostics. Many and Care dealers have extended evening and Additional Maintenance Saturday hours, courtesy and Care ...... 352 transportation, and online scheduling to assist with service needs. Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services. With trained technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil changes and tire rotations and Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

346 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE additional maintenance items like Proper vehicle maintenance helps to . Frequently towing a trailer tires, brakes, batteries, and wiper keep the vehicle in good working . Used for high speed or competitive blades. condition, improves fuel economy, and driving reduces vehicle emissions. Caution . Used for taxi, police, or delivery Because of the way people use service vehicles, maintenance needs vary. Damage caused by improper There may need to be more frequent Refer to the information in the maintenance can lead to costly checks and services. The Additional Maintenance Schedule Additional repairs and may not be covered by Required Services - Normal are for Required Services - Severe chart. the vehicle warranty. Maintenance vehicles that: intervals, checks, inspections, . Carry passengers and cargo within { Warning recommended fluids, and lubricants recommended limits on the Tire are important to keep the vehicle in Performing maintenance work can and Loading Information label. See good working condition. Vehicle Load Limits 0 193. be dangerous and can cause serious Do not have chemical flushes that injury. Perform maintenance work . Are driven on reasonable road only if the required information, are not approved by GM performed surfaces within legal driving limits. on the vehicle. The use of flushes, proper tools, and equipment are . Use the recommended fuel. See available. If they are not, see your solvents, cleaners, or lubricants that 0 are not approved by GM could Fuel 248. dealer to have a trained technician do the work. See Doing Your Own damage the vehicle, requiring Refer to the information in the 0 expensive repairs that are not Maintenance Schedule Additional Service Work 265. covered by the vehicle warranty. Required Services - Normal chart. The Additional Required Services - The Tire Rotation and Required Severe are for vehicles that are: Services are the responsibility of the . Mainly driven in heavy city traffic vehicle owner. It is recommended to in hot weather have your dealer perform these services every 12 000 km/7,500 mi. . Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous terrain Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 347 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance Schedule is reset accidentally, service the vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since Maintenance Owner Checks and Services the last service. Reset the oil life system when the oil is changed. See This vehicle comes with Cadillac At Each Fuel Stop Engine Oil Life System 0 270. Premium Care Maintenance. It is a maintenance program that covers . Check the engine oil level. See Power Take Off (PTO) and Engine Oil 0 268. select services, when scheduled in Extended Idle Use accordance with the owner’s manual, Once a Month including: When the vehicle is used with the . Check the tire inflation pressures. PTO equipment or used in a way that . Oil changes based on the vehicle's See Tire Pressure 0 305. requires extended idle time, one hour oil life monitor system. . Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire of use shall be deemed the same as . Tire rotation every 12 000 km Inspection 0 312. 53 km (33 mi). See Driver Information (7,500 mi). Center (DIC) 0 145 for hourmeter. . Check the windshield washer fluid . Passenger compartment air filter level. See Washer Fluid 0 278. Tire Rotation and Required replacement. Services Every 12 000 km/ Engine Oil Change . Multi-point vehicle inspection 7,500 mi (MPVI) performed by a qualified When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL Rotate the tires, if recommended for technician. SOON message displays, have the the vehicle, and perform the following engine oil and filter changed within Cadillac requires that all Cadillac services. See Tire Rotation 0 312. the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven Premium Care Maintenance services under the best conditions, the engine . Check engine oil level and oil be performed by a Cadillac authorized oil life system may not indicate the life percentage. If needed, change service dealer. need for vehicle service for up to a engine oil and filter, and reset oil year. The engine oil and filter must be life system. changed at least once a year and the See Engine Oil 0 268 and Engine Oil oil life system must be reset. Your Life System 0 270. trained dealer technician can perform . Check engine coolant level. See this work. If the engine oil life system Cooling System 0 273. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

348 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE . Check windshield washer fluid . Check restraint system . Visually inspect gas strut for signs level. See Washer Fluid 0 278. components. See Safety System of wear, cracks, or other damage. 0 . Visually inspect windshield wiper Check 83. Check the hold open ability of the blades for wear, cracking, . Visually inspect fuel system for strut. If the hold open is low, or contamination. See Exterior damage or leaks. service the gas strut. See Gas 0 Strut(s) 0 285. Care 337. Replace worn or . Visually inspect exhaust system damaged wiper blades. See Wiper . Inspect sunroof track and seal, 0 and nearby heat shields for loose 0 Blade Replacement 284. or damaged parts. if equipped. See Sunroof 56. . . Check tire inflation pressures. See . Lubricate body components. See Verify spare tire key lock operation Tire Pressure 0 305. 0 and lubricate as needed. See Tire Exterior Care 337. 0 . Inspect tire wear. See Tire Changing 320. 0 . Check starter switch. See Starter Inspection 312. Switch Check 0 283. . Visually check for fluid leaks. . Check automatic transmission . Inspect engine air cleaner filter. shift lock control function. See See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0 272. Automatic Transmission Shift Lock 0 . Inspect brake system. See Exterior Control Function Check 283. Care 0 337. . Check parking brake and . Visually inspect steering, automatic transmission park mechanism. See Park Brake and suspension, and chassis 0 components for damaged, loose, P (Park) Mechanism Check 284. or missing parts or signs of wear. . Check accelerator pedal for See Exterior Care 0 337. damage, high effort, or binding. . Lubricate the suspension and Replace if needed. steering components at least every other oil change (if equipped with grease fittings). Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Maintenance Schedule

Additional Required Services - 12 000 km/7,500 mi 24 000 km/15,000 mi 36 000 km/22,500 mi 48 000 km/30,000 mi 60 000 km/37,500 mi 72 000 km/45,000 mi 84 000 km/52,500 mi 96 000 km/60,000 mi 108 000 km/67,500 mi 120 000 km/75,000 mi 132 000 km/82,500 mi 144 000 km/90,000 mi 156 000 km/97,500 mi

Normal 168 000 km/105,000 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi 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. (3) @ @ @ Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with 4WD. (4) @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6) @ Replace brake fluid. (7)

Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule allergens. Passenger compartment air (2) Visually check all fuel and vapor Additional Required Services - filter replacement may also be needed lines and hoses for proper attachment, Normal if there is reduced airflow, window connection, routing, and condition. (1) Or every two years, whichever fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer can (3) Or every four years, whichever comes first. More frequent passenger help determine when to replace the comes first. If driving in dusty compartment air filter replacement filter. conditions, inspect the filter at each may be needed if driving in areas with oil change or more often as needed. heavy traffic, poor air quality, high dust levels, or environmental Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

350 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE (4) Do not directly power wash the (5) Or every five years, whichever (7) Replace brake fluid every five transfer case and/or front/rear axle comes first. See Cooling System 0 273. years. See Brake Fluid 0 279. output seals. High pressure water can (6) Or every 10 years, whichever overcome the seals and contaminate comes first. Inspect for fraying, the transfer case fluid. Contaminated excessive cracking, or damage; replace, fluid will decrease the life of the if needed. transfer case and/or axles and should be replaced. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Maintenance Schedule

Severe 168 000 km/105,000 mi 180 000 km/112,500 mi 192 000 km/120,000 mi 204 000 km/127,500 mi 216 000 km/135,000 mi 228 000 km/142,500 mi 240 000 km/150,000 mi 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. (3) @ @ @ Change automatic transmission fluid and filter. @ @ @ Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with 4WD. (4) @ @ @ Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. @ Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5) @ Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6) @ Replace brake fluid. (7)

Footnotes — Maintenance Schedule dust levels, or environmental (2) Visually check all fuel and vapor Additional Required Services - allergens. Passenger compartment air lines and hoses for proper attachment, Severe filter replacement may also be needed connection, routing, and condition. (1) Or every two years, whichever if there is reduced airflow, window (3) Or every four years, whichever comes first. More frequent passenger fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer can comes first. If driving in dusty compartment air filter replacement help determine when to replace the conditions, inspect the filter at each may be needed if driving in areas with filter. oil change or more often as needed. heavy traffic, poor air quality, high Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

352 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE (4) Do not directly power wash the Special Application Additional Maintenance transfer case and/or front/rear axle output seals. High pressure water can Services and Care overcome the seals and contaminate . Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Your vehicle is an important the transfer case fluid. Contaminated Only: Lubricate chassis investment and caring for it properly fluid will decrease the life of the components every oil change. may help to avoid future costly transfer case and/or axles and should repairs. To maintain vehicle be replaced. . Have underbody flushing service performed. See "Underbody performance, additional maintenance (5) Or every five years, whichever Maintenance" in Exterior Care services may be required. comes first. See Cooling System 0 273. 0 337. It is recommended that your dealer (6) Or every 10 years, whichever perform these services — their trained comes first. Inspect for fraying, dealer technicians know your vehicle excessive cracking, or damage; replace, best. Your dealer can also perform a if needed. thorough assessment with a (7) Replace brake fluid every five multi-point inspection to recommend years. See Brake Fluid 0 279. when your vehicle may need attention. The following list is intended to explain the services and conditions to look for that may indicate services are required. Battery The 12-volt battery supplies power to start the engine and operate any additional electrical accessories. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 353 . To avoid break-down or failure to . Trained dealer technicians have Lamps start the vehicle, maintain a access to tools and equipment to Properly working headlamps, battery with full cranking power. inspect the brakes and recommend taillamps, and brake lamps are . Trained dealer technicians have quality parts engineered for the important to see and be seen on the diagnostic equipment to test vehicle. the road. the battery and ensure that the Fluids . Signs that the headlamps need connections and cables are attention include dimming, failure corrosion-free. Proper fluid levels and approved fluids protect the vehicle’s systems and to light, cracking, or damage. The Belts components. See Recommended Fluids brake lamps need to be checked 0 periodically to ensure that they . and Lubricants 355 for GM approved Belts may need replacing if they light when braking. squeak or show signs of cracking fluids. or splitting. . Engine oil and windshield washer . With a multi-point inspection, your dealer can check the lamps . fluid levels should be checked at Trained dealer technicians have and note any concerns. access to tools and equipment to every fuel fill. inspect the belts and recommend . Instrument cluster lights may Shocks and Struts adjustment or replacement when come on to indicate that fluids Shocks and struts help aid in control necessary. may be low and need to be filled. for a smoother ride. Brakes Hoses . Signs of wear may include steering Brakes stop the vehicle and are crucial Hoses transport fluids and should be wheel vibration, bounce/sway to safe driving. regularly inspected to ensure that while braking, longer stopping distance, or uneven tire wear. . Signs of brake wear may include there are no cracks or leaks. With a chirping, grinding, or squealing multi-point inspection, your dealer . As part of the multi-point noises, or difficulty stopping. can inspect the hoses and advise if inspection, trained dealer replacement is needed. technicians can visually inspect the shocks and struts for signs of Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

354 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE leaking, blown seals, or damage, protect the vehicle’s interior and Wiper Blades and can advise when service is exterior, see Interior Care 0 341 and 0 Wiper blades need to be cleaned and needed. Exterior Care 337. kept in good condition to provide a Tires Wheel Alignment clear view. Tires need to be properly inflated, Wheel alignment is critical for . Signs of wear include streaking, rotated, and balanced. Maintaining ensuring that the tires deliver optimal skipping across the windshield, the tires can save money and fuel, and wear and performance. and worn or split rubber. can reduce the risk of tire failure. . Signs that the alignment may need . Trained dealer technicians can . Signs that the tires need to be to be adjusted include pulling, check the wiper blades and replace replaced include three or more improper vehicle handling, them when needed. visible treadwear indicators; cord or unusual tire wear. or fabric showing through the . Your dealer has the required rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread equipment to ensure proper wheel or sidewall; or a bulge or split in alignment. the tire. Windshield . Trained dealer technicians can inspect and recommend the right For safety, appearance, and the best tires. Your dealer can also provide viewing, keep the windshield clean tire/wheel balancing services to and clear. ensure smooth vehicle operation . Signs of damage include scratches, at all speeds. Your dealer sells and cracks, and chips. services name brand tires. . Trained dealer technicians can Vehicle Care inspect the windshield and To help keep the vehicle looking like recommend proper replacement if new, vehicle care products are needed. available from your dealer. For information on how to clean and Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 355 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 Automatic Transmission DEXRON ULV Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19352619, in Canada 19352620). Chassis Lubrication Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Cooling System 0 273. Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 is recommended. See Engine Oil 0 268. Front Axle (4WD Only) SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 88900401, in Canada 89021678). Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19353126, in Canada 19299819). Key Lock Cylinders, Hood Hinges, Body Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in Door Hinge Pins, Power Assist Steps, Canada 10953474). Liftgate Hinge, Linkage, and Outer Liftgate Handle Pivot Points, and Fuel Door Hinge Rear Axle SAE 75W-85 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 19300457, in Canada 19300458). Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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Usage Fluid/Lubricant Transfer Case DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Lubricant (GM Part No. 3634770, in Canada 10953518) or Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 10953481). Weatherstrip Squeaks Synthetic Grease with Teflon, Superlube (GM Part No. 12371287, in Canada 10953437). Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.

Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 22845992 A3181C Oil Filter 19330000 PF63E Passenger Compartment Air Filter 23281440 CF188 Spark Plugs 12622441 41-114 Wiper Blades Front Driver Side – 55 cm (21.7 in) 22756331 — Front Passenger Side – 55 cm (21.7 in) 22756331 — Rear – 33 cm (13.0 in) 22956295 — Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 357 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 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

358 TECHNICAL DATA Technical Data Vehicle Identification Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the Vehicle Identification engine code. This code identifies the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) vehicle's engine, specifications, and Vehicle Identification replacement parts. See “Engine Number (VIN) ...... 358 Specifications” under Capacities and Service Parts Identification Specifications 0 359 for the vehicle's Label ...... 358 engine code. Vehicle Data Service Parts Identification Capacities and Specifications . . . . 359 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...... 361 Label This legal identifier is in the front There may be a label on the inside of corner of the instrument panel, on the the glove box that contains the driver side of the vehicle. It can be following information: seen through the windshield from . Vehicle Identification outside. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Number (VIN) also appears on the Vehicle Certification and Service Parts . Model designation labels and certificates of title and . Paint information registration. . Production options and special equipment If there is no label, there is a barcode on the certification label on the center (B) pillar to scan for this same information. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

TECHNICAL DATA 359 Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants 0 355 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. See your dealer for more information. Cooling System 16.8 L 17.8 qt Engine Oil with Filter 7.6 L 8.0 qt Fuel Tank Short Wheelbase 98.4 L 26.0 gal Long Wheelbase 119.2 L 31.5 gal Transfer Case Fluid 1.5 L 1.6 qt Wheel Nut Torque 190 Y 140 lb ft All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

360 TECHNICAL DATA Engine Specifications Engine VIN Code Spark Plug Gap 6.2L V8 J 0.95–1.10mm (0.037– 0.043 in) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

TECHNICAL DATA 361 Engine Drive Belt Routing Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

362 CUSTOMER INFORMATION Reporting Safety Defects to Customer Information Customer General Motors ...... 373 Information Vehicle Data Recording and Customer Satisfaction Privacy Procedure Customer Information Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...... 374 Your satisfaction and goodwill are Customer Satisfaction Event Data Recorders ...... 374 important to your dealer and to Procedure ...... 362 OnStar ...... 375 Cadillac. Normally, any concerns with Customer Assistance Offices . . . . 364 Infotainment System ...... 375 the sales transaction or the operation Customer Assistance for Text of the vehicle will be resolved by your Telephone (TTY) Users ...... 365 dealer's sales or service departments. Online Owner Center ...... 365 Sometimes, however, despite the best GM Mobility Reimbursement intentions of all concerned, Program ...... 365 misunderstandings can occur. If your Roadside Service ...... 366 concern has not been resolved to your Scheduling Service satisfaction, the following steps Appointments ...... 368 should be taken: Courtesy Transportation Program ...... 368 STEP ONE : Discuss your concern Collision Damage Repair ...... 369 with a member of dealership Service Publications Ordering management. Normally, concerns can Information ...... 371 be quickly resolved at that level. If the Radio Frequency Statement . . . . . 372 matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, Reporting Safety Defects contact the owner of your dealership Reporting Safety Defects to the or the general manager. United States Government . . . . . 372 Reporting Safety Defects to the STEP TWO : If after contacting a Canadian Government ...... 373 member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by your dealership without Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

CUSTOMER INFORMATION 363 further help, in the U.S., call the STEP THREE — U.S. Owners : Both You may contact the BBB Auto Line Cadillac Customer Assistance Center General Motors and your dealer are Program using the toll-free telephone at 1-800–458–8006. In Canada, call committed to making sure you are number or write them at the following the Canadian Cadillac Customer Care completely satisfied with the new address: Centre at 1-888-446-2000. vehicle. However, if you continue to BBB Auto Line Program We encourage you to call the toll-free remain unsatisfied after following the Council of Better Business Bureaus, number in order to give your inquiry procedure outlined in Steps One and Inc. prompt attention. Have the following Two, you can file with the Better 3033 Wilson Boulevard information available to give the Business Bureau (BBB) Auto Line Suite 600 Customer Assistance representative: Program to enforce your rights. Arlington, VA 22201 . Vehicle Identification The BBB Auto Line Program is an Telephone: 1-800-955-5100 Number (VIN). This is available out-of-court program administered by http://www.bbb.org/council/ from the vehicle registration or the Council of Better Business Bureaus programs-services/ title, or the plate at the top left of to settle automotive disputes dispute-handling-and-resolution/ the instrument panel and visible regarding vehicle repairs or the bbb-auto-line through the windshield. interpretation of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. Although you may This program is available in all . Dealership name and location. be required to resort to this informal 50 states and the District of Columbia. . Vehicle delivery date and present dispute resolution program prior to Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage. filing a court action, use of the mileage, and other factors. General program is free of charge and your Motors reserves the right to change When contacting Cadillac, remember case will generally be heard within eligibility limitations and/or that your concern will likely be 40 days. If you do not agree with the discontinue its participation in this resolved at a dealer's facility. That is decision given in your case, you may program. why we suggest following Step One reject it and proceed with any other first. venue for relief available to you. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

364 CUSTOMER INFORMATION STEP THREE — Canadian Owners : call toll-free 1-800-207-0685, or call United States and Puerto Rico In the event that you do not feel your the Cadillac Customer Care Centre, Cadillac Customer Assistance Center concerns have been addressed after 1-888-446-2000, or write to: Cadillac Motor Car Division following the procedure outlined in General Motors Cadillac Customer P.O. Box 33169 Steps One and Two, General Motors of Care Centre Detroit, MI 48232-5169 Canada Company wants you to be General Motors of Canada Company www.Cadillac.com aware of its participation in a Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1-800-458-8006 no-charge mediation/arbitration 1908 Colonel Sam Drive 1-800-833-2622 (For Text Telephone program. General Motors of Canada Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Company has committed to binding devices (TTYs)) arbitration of owner disputes involving The inquiry should be accompanied Roadside Service: 1-800-224-1400 by the Vehicle Identification factory-related vehicle service claims. From U.S. Virgin Islands: The program provides for the review Number (VIN). of the facts involved by an impartial 1-800-496-9994 third party arbiter, and may include Customer Assistance Canada an informal hearing before the arbiter. Offices The program is designed so that the General Motors of Canada Company entire dispute settlement process, Cadillac encourages customers to call Cadillac Customer Care Centre, Mail from the time you file your complaint the toll-free number for assistance. Code: CA1-163-005 to the final decision, should be However, if a customer wishes to 1908 Colonel Sam Drive completed in about 70 days. We write or e-mail Cadillac, the letter Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 believe our impartial program offers should be addressed to: www.gm.ca advantages over courts in most 1-888-446-2000 (English/French) jurisdictions because it is informal, Cadillac Roadside Service: quick, and free of charge. 1-800-882-1112 For further information concerning Overseas eligibility in the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), Contact the local General Motors Business Unit. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

CUSTOMER INFORMATION 365 Customer Assistance for G : View maintenance schedules, Cadillac Owner Centre (Canada) Text Telephone (TTY) alerts, and OnStar onboard vehicle cadillacowner.ca diagnostic information. Schedule Visit the Cadillac Owner Centre: Users service appointments. To assist customers who are deaf, I . Chat live with online help : View printable dealer-recorded representatives. hard of hearing, or speech-impaired service records and self-recorded and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), service records. . Locate owner resources such as Cadillac has TTY equipment available D lease-end, financing, and warranty at its Customer Assistance Center. Any : Select a dealer and view information. TTY user can communicate with locations, maps, phone numbers, and . Retrieve favorite articles, quizzes, Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-2622. hours. tips, and multimedia galleries TTY users in Canada can dial r ’ : Track your vehicle s warranty organized into the Featured 1-800-263-3830. information. Articles and Auto Care Sections. J : View active recalls or search by . Download owner’s manuals. Online Owner Center Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Online Owner Experience (U.S.) See Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) . Find Cadillac-recommended 0 maintenance services. my.cadillac.com 358. H The Cadillac online owner experience : View GM Card, SiriusXM Satellite radio (if equipped), and OnStar GM Mobility allows interaction with Cadillac and Reimbursement Program keeps important vehicle-specific account information. information in one place. F : Chat with online help representatives. Membership Benefits See my.cadillac.com to register your E ’ : Download owner s manuals and vehicle. view vehicle-specific how-to videos. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

366 CUSTOMER INFORMATION This program is available to qualified Calling for Service changes or discontinue the Roadside applicants for cost reimbursement, up Service program at any time without When calling Roadside Service, have to certain limits, of eligible notification. the following information ready: aftermarket adaptive equipment General Motors North America and . Your name, home address, and required for the vehicle, such as hand Cadillac reserve the right to limit home telephone number controls or a wheelchair/scooter lift services or payment to an owner or for the vehicle. . Telephone number of your driver if they decide the claims are To learn about the GM Mobility location made too often, or the same type of program, see www.gmmobility.com or . Location of the vehicle claim is made many times. call the GM Mobility Assistance ™ Center at 1-800-323-9935. Text . Model, year, color, and license Cadillac Owner Privileges Telephone (TTY) users, call plate number of the vehicle . Emergency Fuel Delivery: 1-800-833-9935. . Odometer reading, Vehicle Delivery of enough fuel for the General Motors of Canada also has a Identification Number (VIN), and vehicle to get to the nearest Mobility program. See www.gm.ca or delivery date of the vehicle service station. call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (800-463-7483) . Description of the problem . Lock-Out Service: Service to for details. TTY users call unlock the vehicle if you are 1-800-263-3830. Coverage locked out. A remote unlock may Services are provided for the duration be available if you have OnStar. Roadside Service of the vehicle’s powertrain warranty. For security reasons, the driver must present identification before U.S.: 1-800-224-1400. In the U.S., anyone driving the vehicle this service is given. Canada: 1-800-882-1112. is covered. In Canada, a person driving the vehicle without permission from . Emergency Tow from a Public Text Telephone (TTY) Users (U.S. the owner is not covered. Road or Highway: Tow to the Only): 1-888-889-2438. nearest Cadillac dealer for Roadside Service is not a part of the Service is available 24 hours a day, warranty service, or if the vehicle New Vehicle Limited Warranty. was in a crash and cannot be 365 days a year. General Motors North America and Cadillac reserve the right to make any Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

CUSTOMER INFORMATION 367 driven. Assistance is not given advantage of contacting a Cadillac traveled or maintained public road, when the vehicle is stuck in the advisor and, where available, a which includes ice and winter roads. sand, mud, or snow. Cadillac trained dealer technician who Off-road use is not covered. can provide on-site service. . Flat Tire Change: Service to Services Specific to change a flat tire with a spare tire. A dealer technician will travel to your Canadian-Purchased Vehicles The spare tire, if equipped, must location within a 30-mile radius of a be in good condition and properly participating Cadillac dealership. . Fuel delivery: Reimbursement is inflated. It is your responsibility If beyond this radius, we will arrange up to 7 liters. Diesel fuel delivery for the repair or replacement of to have your car towed to the nearest may be restricted. Propane and the tire if it is not covered by the Cadillac dealership. Each technician other fuels are not provided warranty. travels with a specially equipped through this service. . Battery Jump Start: Service to service vehicle complete with the . Lock-Out Service: Vehicle jump start a dead battery. necessary Cadillac parts and tools registration is required. required to handle most roadside . Trip Interruption Benefits and repairs. . Trip Interruption Benefits and Service: If your trip is interrupted Service: Pre-authorization, original due to a warranty failure, Services Not Included in detailed receipts, and a copy of the incidental expenses may be Roadside Service repair orders are required. Once authorization has been received, reimbursed during the Powertrain . Impound towing caused by the Roadside Service advisor will warranty period. Items considered violation of any laws are hotel, meals, and rental car or help you make arrangements and a vehicle being delivered back to . Legal fines explain how to receive payment. the customer, up to 500 miles. . Mounting, dismounting, Items considered are hotel, meals, and rental car or a vehicle being Cadillac Technician Roadside or changing of snow tires, chains, or other traction devices delivered back to the customer, up Service (U.S. Only) to 800 km. Service is not provided if a vehicle is . Cadillac's exceptional Roadside Service in an area that is not accessible to the Alternative Service: If assistance is more than an auto club or towing service vehicle or is not a regularly cannot be provided right away, the service. It provides every Cadillac Roadside Service advisor may give owner in the United States with the you permission to get local Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

368 CUSTOMER INFORMATION emergency road service. You will If your dealer requests you to bring Transportation Options receive payment, up to $100, after the vehicle for service, you are urged Warranty service can generally be sending the original receipt to to do so as early in the work day as completed while you wait. However, Roadside Service. Mechanical possible to allow for same-day repair. if you are unable to do so, your dealer failures may be covered, however may offer the following transportation any cost for parts and labor for Courtesy Transportation options: repairs not covered by the Program warranty are the owner Shuttle Service responsibility. To enhance your ownership This includes one-way or round-trip experience, we and our participating shuttle service within reasonable time dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Scheduling Service and distance parameters of your Transportation, a customer support Appointments dealer's area. program for vehicles with the When the vehicle requires warranty Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty Public Transportation or Fuel service, contact your dealer and Coverage period in Canada), extended Reimbursement request an appointment. By powertrain, and/or hybrid-specific If overnight warranty repairs are scheduling a service appointment and warranties in both the U.S. and needed, and public transportation is advising the service consultant of Canada. used, the expense must be supported your transportation needs, your dealer Several Courtesy Transportation by original receipts and within the can help minimize your options are available to assist in maximum amount allowed by GM for inconvenience. reducing inconvenience when shuttle service. If U.S. customers If the vehicle cannot be scheduled warranty repairs are required. arrange their own transportation, into the service department Courtesy Transportation is not a part limited reimbursement for reasonable immediately, keep driving it until it of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. fuel expenses may be available. Claim can be scheduled for service, unless, A separate booklet entitled “Limited amounts should reflect actual costs of course, the problem is safety Warranty and Owner Assistance and be supported by original receipts. related. If it is, please call your Information” furnished with each new See your dealer for information. dealership, let them know this, and vehicle provides detailed warranty ask for instructions. coverage information. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

CUSTOMER INFORMATION 369 Courtesy Rental Vehicle Transportation at any time and to Recycled original equipment parts For an overnight warranty repair, the resolve all questions of claim may also be used for repair. These dealer may provide an available eligibility pursuant to the terms and parts are typically removed from courtesy rental vehicle or provide for conditions described herein at its sole vehicles that were total losses in prior reimbursement of a rental vehicle. discretion. crashes. In most cases, the parts being Reimbursement is limited and must recycled are from undamaged sections be supported by original receipts as Collision Damage Repair of the vehicle. A recycled original equipment GM part may be an well as a signed and completed rental If the vehicle is involved in a collision agreement and meet state/provincial, acceptable choice to maintain the and it is damaged, have the damage vehicle's originally designed local, and rental vehicle provider repaired by a qualified technician requirements. Requirements vary and appearance and safety performance; using the proper equipment and however, the history of these parts is may include minimum age quality replacement parts. Poorly requirements, insurance coverage, not known. Such parts are not covered performed collision repairs diminish by the GM New Vehicle Limited credit card, etc. Additional fees such the vehicle resale value, and safety as fuel usage charges, taxes, levies, Warranty, and any related failures are performance can be compromised in not covered by that warranty. usage fees, excessive mileage, or rental subsequent collisions. usage beyond the completion of the Aftermarket collision parts are also repair are also your responsibility. Collision Parts available. These are made by It may not be possible to provide a Genuine GM Collision parts are new companies other than GM and may like vehicle as a courtesy rental. parts made with the same materials not have been tested for the vehicle. and construction methods as the parts As a result, these parts may fit poorly, Additional Program Information with which the vehicle was originally exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform All program options, such as shuttle built. Genuine GM Collision parts are properly in subsequent collisions. service, may not be available at every the best choice to ensure that the Aftermarket parts are not covered by dealer. Contact your dealer for specific vehicle's designed appearance, the GM New Vehicle Limited availability. durability, and safety are preserved. The use of Genuine GM parts can help Warranty, and any vehicle failure General Motors reserves the right to maintain the GM New Vehicle Limited related to such parts is not covered by unilaterally modify, change, Warranty. that warranty. or discontinue Courtesy Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

370 CUSTOMER INFORMATION Repair Facility If such insurance coverage is not Gather the following information: available from your current insurance GM also recommends that you choose . Driver name, address, and carrier, consider switching to another a collision repair facility that meets telephone number insurance carrier. your needs before you ever need . Driver license number collision repairs. Your dealer may have If the vehicle is leased, the leasing a collision repair center with company may require you to have . Owner name, address, and GM-trained technicians and insurance that ensures repairs with telephone number state-of-the-art equipment, or be able Genuine GM Original Equipment . Vehicle license plate number to recommend a collision repair center Manufacturer (OEM) parts or Genuine that has GM-trained technicians and Manufacturer replacement parts. Read . Vehicle make, model, and comparable equipment. the lease carefully, as you may be model year charged at the end of the lease for . Vehicle Identification Insuring the Vehicle poor quality repairs. Number (VIN) Protect your investment in the GM If a Crash Occurs . Insurance company and policy vehicle with comprehensive and number collision insurance coverage. There are If there has been an injury, call significant differences in the quality of emergency services for help. Do not . General description of the damage coverage afforded by various leave the scene of a crash until all to the other vehicle insurance policy terms. Many matters have been taken care of. Move Choose a reputable repair facility that insurance policies provide reduced the vehicle only if its position puts uses quality replacement parts. See protection to the GM vehicle by you in danger, or you are instructed to “Collision Parts” earlier in this section. limiting compensation for damage move it by a police officer. If the airbag has inflated, see What repairs by using aftermarket collision Give only the necessary information parts. Some insurance companies will Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? to police and other parties involved in 0 89. not specify aftermarket collision parts. the crash. When purchasing insurance, we recommend that you ensure that the For emergency towing see Roadside 0 vehicle will be repaired with GM Service 366. original equipment collision parts. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

CUSTOMER INFORMATION 371 Managing the Vehicle Damage If another party's insurance company In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Repair Process is paying for the repairs, you are not Owner’s Manual, and Warranty obligated to accept a repair valuation Manual. In the event that the vehicle requires based on that insurance company's RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 – damage repairs, GM recommends that collision policy repair limits, as you you take an active role in its repair. $40.00 (U.S.) plus handling and have no contractual limits with that shipping fees. If you have a pre-determined repair company. In such cases, you can have facility of choice, take the vehicle control of the repair and parts choices Without Pouch: Owner’s Manual only. there, or have it towed there. Specify as long as the cost stays within RETAIL SELL PRICE: to the facility that any required reasonable limits. replacement collision parts be original $25.00 (U.S.) plus handling and shipping fees. equipment parts, either new Genuine Service Publications GM parts or recycled original GM Current and Past Models parts. Remember, recycled parts will Ordering Information Service and Owner publications are not be covered by the GM vehicle Service Manuals warranty. available for many current and past model year GM vehicles. Insurance pays the bill for the repair, Service Manuals have the diagnosis but you must live with the repair. and repair information on the engines, ORDER TOLL FREE: 1-800-551-4123 Depending on your policy limits, your transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM insurance company may initially value electrical, steering, body, etc. Eastern Time the repair using aftermarket parts. Owner Information For Credit Card Orders Only Discuss this with the repair (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), see Helm, Owner publications are written professional, and insist on Genuine Inc. at: www.helminc.com. GM parts. Remember, if the vehicle is specifically for owners and intended leased, you may be obligated to have to provide basic operational Or write to: the vehicle repaired with Genuine GM information about the vehicle. The Helm, Incorporated parts, even if your insurance coverage Owner’s Manual includes the Attention: Customer Service does not pay the full cost. Maintenance Schedule for all models. 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

372 CUSTOMER INFORMATION Prices are subject to change without Operation is subject to the following Reporting Safety notice and without incurring two conditions: Defects obligation. Allow ample time for 1. The device may not cause delivery. harmful interference. Reporting Safety Defects All listed prices are quoted in U.S. 2. The device must accept any funds. Make checks payable in U.S. interference received, including to the United States funds. interference that may cause Government undesired operation of the Radio Frequency device. If you believe that your vehicle Statement has a defect which could cause a Changes or modifications to any of crash or could cause injury or This vehicle has systems that operate these systems by other than an death, you should immediately on a radio frequency that complies authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. inform the National Highway with Part 15/Part 18 of the Federal Traffic Safety Administration Communications Commission (FCC) rules and with Innovation, Science (NHTSA) in addition to notifying and Economic Development (ISED) General Motors. Canada's RSP-100 / license-exempt If NHTSA receives similar RSS's / ICES-001. complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

CUSTOMER INFORMATION 373 To contact NHTSA, you may call or write to: In Canada, call 1-888-446-2000, the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free Transport Canada or write: at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: Motor Vehicle Safety Directorate Canadian Cadillac Customer Care 1-800-424-9153); go to Defect Investigations and Recalls Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Division General Motors of Canada Company Administrator, NHTSA 80 Noel Street 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Gatineau, QC J8Z 0A1 Washington, D.C. 20590 In Mexico, call 01-800-466-0805. You can also obtain other Reporting Safety Defects In other Central America and information about motor vehicle to General Motors Caribbean Countries, call 52-722-236-0680. safety from http://www.safercar.gov. In addition to notifying NHTSA (or Transport Canada) in a situation like Reporting Safety Defects this, notify General Motors. to the Canadian Call 1-800-458-8006, or write: Government Cadillac Customer Assistance Center If you live in Canada, and you Cadillac Motor Car Division believe that the vehicle has a P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-5169 safety defect, notify Transport Canada immediately, and notify General Motors of Canada Company. Call Transport Canada at 1-800-333-0510; go to: www.tc.gc.ca/recalls (English) www.tc.gc.ca/rappels (French) Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

374 CUSTOMER INFORMATION Vehicle Data Recording situations, such as an air bag and no personal data (e.g., name, deployment or hitting a road obstacle, gender, age, and crash location) are and Privacy data that will assist in understanding recorded. However, other parties, such how a vehicle’s systems performed. as law enforcement, could combine The vehicle has a number of The EDR is designed to record data the EDR data with the type of computers that record information related to vehicle dynamics and safety personally identifying data routinely about the vehicle’s performance and systems for a short period of time, acquired during a crash investigation. how it is driven. For example, the typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR vehicle uses computer modules to To read data recorded by an EDR, in this vehicle is designed to record monitor and control engine and special equipment is required, and such data as: transmission performance, to monitor access to the vehicle or the EDR is the conditions for airbag deployment . How various systems in your needed. In addition to the vehicle and deploy them in a crash, and, vehicle were operating; manufacturer, other parties, such as if equipped, to provide antilock . Whether or not the driver and law enforcement, that have the special braking to help the driver control the passenger safety belts were equipment, can read the information vehicle. These modules may store data buckled/fastened; if they have access to the vehicle or to help the dealer technician service the EDR. . How far (if at all) the driver was the vehicle. Some modules may also GM will not access these data or share store data about how the vehicle is depressing the accelerator and/or brake pedal; and, it with others except: with the consent operated, such as rate of fuel of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle consumption or average speed. These . How fast the vehicle was traveling. is leased, with the consent of the modules may retain personal These data can help provide a better lessee; in response to an official preferences, such as radio presets, seat request by police or similar positions, and temperature settings. understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur. government office; as part of GM's defense of litigation through the Event Data Recorders Note discovery process; or, as required by This vehicle is equipped with an event EDR data are recorded by your vehicle law. Data that GM collects or receives data recorder (EDR). The main only if a non-trivial crash situation may also be used for GM research purpose of an EDR is to record, in occurs; no data are recorded by the needs or may be made available to certain crash or near crash-like EDR under normal driving conditions Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

CUSTOMER INFORMATION 375 others for research purposes, where a Infotainment System need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner. Using the navigation system may result in the storage of destinations, OnStar addresses, telephone numbers, and other trip information. See the If the vehicle is equipped with OnStar infotainment manual for information and has an active service plan, on stored data and for deletion additional data may be collected instructions. through the OnStar system. This includes information about the vehicle’s operation; collisions involving the vehicle; the use of the vehicle and its features; and, in certain situations, the location and approximate GPS speed of the vehicle. Refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement on the OnStar website. See OnStar Additional Information 0 382. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

376 ONSTAR OnStar Overview including system limitations at OnStar www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada). OnStar Overview The OnStar system status light is next OnStar Overview ...... 376 to the OnStar buttons. If the status light is: OnStar Services Emergency ...... 377 . Solid Green: System is ready. Security ...... 378 . Flashing Green: On a call. Navigation ...... 378 = Voice Command Button . Red: Indicates a problem. Connections ...... 379 Q Blue OnStar Button Diagnostics ...... 381 . Off: System is active. Press Q > Red Emergency Button OnStar Additional Information twice to speak with an OnStar OnStar Additional This vehicle may be equipped with a Advisor. Information ...... 382 comprehensive, in-vehicle system that Q can connect to an OnStar Advisor for Press or call 1-888-4ONSTAR Emergency, Security, Navigation, (1-888-466-7827) to speak to an Connections, and Diagnostics Services. Advisor. OnStar services may require a paid Functionality of the Voice Command service plan and data plan. OnStar button may vary by vehicle and requires the vehicle battery and region. electrical system, cellular service, and GPS satellite signals to be available Press = to: and operating. OnStar acts as a link to . Open the OnStar app on the existing emergency service providers. infotainment display. See the OnStar may collect information about infotainment manual for you and your vehicle, including information on how to use the location information. See OnStar User OnStar app. Terms, Privacy Statement, and Software Terms for more details Or Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

ONSTAR 377 . Make a call, end a call, or answer Press > to get a priority connection OnStar Services an incoming call. to an OnStar Advisor available 24/7 to: . Give OnStar Hands-Free Calling . Get help for an emergency. Emergency voice commands. . Be a Good Samaritan or respond Emergency Services require an active, . Give OnStar Turn-by-Turn to an AMBER Alert. OnStar service plan (excludes Basic Navigation voice commands. . Get assistance in severe weather Plan). With Automatic Crash . Obtain and customize the Wi-Fi or other crisis situations and find Response, built-in sensors can hotspot name or SSID and evacuation routes. automatically alert a specially trained password, if equipped. OnStar Advisor who is immediately connected in to the vehicle to help. Press Q to connect to an Advisor to: Press > for a priority connection to . Verify account information or an OnStar Advisor who can contact update contact information. emergency service providers, direct . Get driving directions. them to your exact location, and relay . Receive a Diagnostic check of the important information. vehicle's key operating systems. With OnStar Crisis Assist, specially . Receive Roadside Assistance. trained Advisors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to . Manage Wi-Fi Settings, provide a central point of contact, if equipped. assistance, and information during a crisis. With Roadside Assistance, Advisors can locate a nearby service provider to help with a flat tire, a battery jump, or an empty gas tank. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

378 ONSTAR Security Press Q to receive Turn-by-Turn 2. Say “Cancel route.” System responds: “Do you want to cancel If equipped, OnStar provides these directions or have them sent to the ’ directions?” services: vehicle s navigation screen, if equipped. 3. Say “Yes.” System responds: “OK, . With Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Turn-by-Turn Navigation request completed, thank you, OnStar Advisors can use GPS to goodbye.” pinpoint the vehicle and help 1. Press Q to connect to an authorities quickly recover it. Route Preview Advisor. . With Remote Ignition Block, 1. Press =. System responds: 2. Request directions to be if equipped, OnStar can block the “ ” downloaded to the vehicle. OnStar ready, then a tone. engine from being restarted. “ ” 3. Follow the voice-guided 2. Say Route preview. System . With Stolen Vehicle Slowdown, commands. responds with the next three if equipped, OnStar can work with maneuvers. law enforcement to gradually slow Using Voice Commands During a Repeat the vehicle down. Planned Route = Theft Alarm Notification Functionality of the Voice Command 1. Press . System responds: “OnStar ready,” then a tone. If equipped, if the doors are locked button may vary by vehicle and and the vehicle alarm sounds, a region. For some vehicles, press = to 2. Say “Repeat.” System responds notification by text, e-mail, or phone open the OnStar app on the with the last direction given, call will be sent. If the vehicle is infotainment display. For other then responds with “OnStar ” stolen, an OnStar Advisor can work vehicles press = as follows. ready, then a tone. with authorities to recover the vehicle. Get My Destination Cancel Route 1. Press =. System responds: Navigation 1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar ready,” then a tone. OnStar navigation requires a specific “OnStar ready,” then a tone. OnStar service plan. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

ONSTAR 379 2. Say “Get my destination.” System Ensuring Security Wi-Fi Hotspot. On some vehicles, responds with the address and . Change the default passwords for touch Wi-Fi or Wi-Fi Settings on distance to the destination, then the Wi-Fi hotspot and myCadillac the screen. “ ” responds with OnStar ready, mobile app. Make these passwords 2. The Wi-Fi settings will display then a tone. different from each other and use the Wi-Fi hotspot name (SSID), Send Destination to Vehicle a combination of letters, numbers, password, and on some vehicles, and symbols to increase the the connection type (no Internet ’ Directions can be sent to the vehicle s security. connection, 3G, 4G, 4G LTE), and navigation screen, if equipped. . Change the default name of the signal quality (poor, good, Press Q, then ask the Advisor to SSID (Service Set Identifier). This excellent). download directions to the vehicle’s is your network’s name that is 3. To change the SSID or password, navigation system, if equipped. After visible to other wireless devices. press Q or call 1-888-4ONSTAR the call ends, the navigation screen Choose a unique name and avoid to connect with an Advisor. On will provide prompts to begin driving family names or vehicle some vehicles, the SSID and directions. Routes that are sent to the descriptions. password can be changed in the navigation screen can only be Wi-Fi Hotspot menu. canceled through the navigation OnStar Wi-Fi Hotspot (If Equipped) system. The vehicle may have a built-in Wi-Fi After initial set-up, your vehicle’s hotspot that provides access to the Wi-Fi hotspot will connect See www.onstar.com (U.S.) or automatically to your mobile devices. www.onstar.ca (Canada). Internet and web content at 4G LTE speed. Up to seven mobile devices can Manage data usage by turning Wi-Fi Connections be connected. A data plan is required. on or off on your mobile device, by Use the in-vehicle controls only when using the myCadillac mobile app, The following OnStar services help it is safe to do so. or by contacting an OnStar Advisor. with staying connected. On some vehicles, Wi-Fi can also be 1. To retrieve Wi-Fi hotspot managed from the Wi-Fi For coverage maps, see information, press = to open Hotspot menu. www.onstar.com (U.S.) or the OnStar app on the www.onstar.ca (Canada). infotainment display, then select Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

380 ONSTAR MyCadillac Mobile App (If Available) . Set a parking reminder with pin OnStar Hands-Free Calling drop, take a photo, make a note, Download the myCadillac mobile app Make and receive calls with the and set a timer. to compatible Apple and Android built-in wireless calling service, which smartphones. Cadillac users can . Connect with Cadillac on social requires available minutes. access the following services from a media. Functionality of the Voice Command smartphone: For myCadillac mobile app button may vary by vehicle and . Remotely start/stop the vehicle, information and compatibility, see region. For some vehicles, press = to if factory-equipped. www.my.cadillac.com. open the OnStar app on the . Lock/unlock doors, if equipped An active OnStar service, compatible infotainment display, then select Hands-Free calling. For other vehicles with automatic locks. device, factory-installed remote start, press = as follows. . Activate the horn and lamps. and power locks are required. Data rates apply. See www.onstar.com for Make a Call . Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil details and system limitations. life, or tire pressure, 1. Press =. System responds: Remote Services if factory-equipped with the Tire “OnStar ready.” Pressure Monitor System. Contact an OnStar Advisor to unlock 2. Say “Call.” System responds: “Call. the doors or sound the horn and flash . Send destinations to the vehicle. Please say the name or number the lamps. . Locate the vehicle on a map (U.S. to call.” market only). OnStar AtYourService 3. Say the entire number without . Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot OnStar Advisors can provide offers pausing, including a “1” and the on/off, manage settings, and from restaurants and retailers on your area code. System responds: “OK, monitor data consumption, route, help locate hotels, or book a calling.” if equipped. room. These services vary by market. Calling 911 Emergency . Locate a dealer and schedule service. 1. Press =. System responds: “OnStar ready.” . Request roadside assistance. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

ONSTAR 381 2. Say “Call.” System responds: “Call. Diagnostics display. Proactive Alerts are Please say the name or number designed to help predict specific to call.” By monitoring and reporting on the types of issues based on vehicle’s key systems, OnStar information collected from the 3. Say “911” without pausing. Advanced Diagnostics provides a way System responds: “911.” vehicle. Other factors may affect to keep up on maintenance. vehicle performance. Not all issues 4. Say “Call.” System responds: “OK, Capabilities vary by model. See will deliver alerts. In some cases, a dialing 911.” www.onstar.com for details and dealer service check may be system limitations. Message and data Retrieve My Number required to confirm the accuracy rates may apply. of the alerts. 1. Press =. System responds: Advanced Diagnostics requires an . Dealer Maintenance Notification: “OnStar ready.” active OnStar paid service plan, e-mail Have the vehicle notify your address on file, and enrollment in 2. Say “My number.” System preferred dealer when it is time for Advanced Diagnostics. responds: “Your OnStar maintenance. Your dealer will then Hands-Free Calling number is,” Includes: contact you to set up an appointment. then says the number. . Diagnostic Alerts: Set preferences End a Call to receive real-time e-mails, texts, To begin, press Q to speak to an or monthly reports of the vehicle’s Advisor, or see www.onstar.com. Press =. System responds: “Call health. Or press Q to have an ended.” Advisor initiate a remote Verify Minutes and Expiration diagnostic report. = . Proactive Alerts: Receive a Press and say “Minutes” then real-time e-mail or text message “Verify” to check how many minutes regarding potential issues with key remain and their expiration date. vehicle components, such as the battery, fuel system, or starter system. Alerts for potential issues appear on the infotainment Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

382 ONSTAR OnStar Additional . After change in ownership and at Navigation, and Hands-Free Calling 90 days. are available on most vehicles. Not all Information OnStar services are available Transferring Service everywhere or on all vehicles. For OnStar Smart Driver Press Q to request account transfer more information, a full description of OnStar Smart Driver provides eligibility information. The Advisor OnStar services, system limitations, information about driving behavior to can cancel or change account and OnStar User Terms, Privacy help maximize overall vehicle information. Statement, and Software Terms: performance, reduce wear and tear, . Call 1-888-4ONSTAR and enhance fuel efficiency. An Selling/Transferring the Vehicle (1-888-466-7827). Insurance Discounts Eligibility feature Call 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) . See www.onstar.com (U.S.). is also offered within OnStar Smart immediately to terminate your OnStar Driver. See www.onstar.com for details services if the vehicle is disposed of, . See www.onstar.ca (Canada). regarding vehicle eligibility and sold, transferred, or if the lease ends. . system limitations. OnStar, General Call TTY 1-877-248-2080. Motors, and their affiliates are not Reactivation for Subsequent . Press Q to speak with an Advisor. insurance providers. Obtain insurance Owners only from licensed insurance OnStar services cannot work unless providers. Press Q and follow the prompts to the vehicle is in a place where OnStar speak to an Advisor as soon as has an agreement with a wireless In-Vehicle Audio Messages possible. The Advisor will update service provider for service in that Audio messages may play important vehicle records and explain OnStar area. The wireless service provider information at the following times: service options. must also have coverage, network capacity, reception, and technology . Prior to vehicle purchase. Press Q How OnStar Service Works compatible with OnStar services. to set up an account. Automatic Crash Response, Service involving location information about the vehicle cannot work unless . With the OnStar Basic Plan, every Emergency Services, Crisis Assist, GPS signals are available, 60 days. Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Advanced Vehicle Diagnostics, Remote Services, unobstructed, and compatible with Roadside Assistance, Turn-by-Turn the OnStar hardware. OnStar services Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

ONSTAR 383 may not work if the OnStar equipment . Provide directions to the closest Languages is not properly installed or it has not hospital or pharmacy in urgent The vehicle can be programmed to been properly maintained. situations. respond in multiple languages. If equipment or software is added, connected, or modified, OnStar TTY Users Press Q and ask for an Advisor. services may not work. Other OnStar has the ability to communicate Advisors are available in English, problems beyond the control of to deaf, hard-of-hearing, Spanish, and French. Available OnStar — such as hills, tall buildings, or speech-impaired customers while in languages may vary by country. tunnels, weather, electrical system the vehicle. The available Potential Issues design and architecture of the vehicle, dealer-installed TTY system can damage to the vehicle in a crash, provide in-vehicle access to all OnStar OnStar cannot perform Remote Door or wireless phone network congestion services, except Virtual Advisor and Unlock or Stolen Vehicle Assistance or jamming — may prevent service. OnStar Turn-by-Turn Navigation. after the vehicle has been off continuously for 10 days without an See Radio Frequency Statement 0 372. OnStar Personal Identification ignition cycle. If the vehicle has not Services for People with Number (PIN) been started for 10 days, OnStar can Disabilities A PIN is needed to access some contact Roadside Assistance or a OnStar services. The PIN will need to locksmith to help gain access to the Advisors provide services to help with vehicle. physical disabilities and medical be changed the first time when conditions. speaking with an Advisor. To change Global Positioning System (GPS) the OnStar PIN, contact an OnStar . Obstruction of the GPS can occur Press Q to help: Advisor by pressing Q or calling in a large city with tall buildings; . Locate a gas station with an 1-888-4ONSTAR. in parking garages; around attendant to pump gas. Warranty airports; in tunnels and . Find a hotel, restaurant, etc., that underpasses; or in an area with OnStar equipment may be warranted meets accessibility needs. very dense trees. If GPS signals are as part of the vehicle warranty. not available, the OnStar system should still operate to call OnStar. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

384 ONSTAR However, OnStar could have Vehicle and Power Issues are stored in the vehicle, such as difficulty identifying the exact OnStar Hands-Free Calling name tags, OnStar services require a vehicle location. saved navigation destinations, electrical system, wireless service, and or pre-set radio stations. Neither . In emergency situations, OnStar GPS satellite technologies to be OnStar nor GM is responsible for any can use the last stored GPS available and operating for features to affected or erased data or settings. location to send to emergency function properly. These systems may These updates or changes may also responders. not operate if the battery is collect personal information. Such discharged or disconnected. A temporary loss of GPS can cause collection is described in the OnStar loss of the ability to send a Add-on Electrical Equipment privacy statement or separately Turn-by-Turn Navigation route. The disclosed at the time of installation. Advisor may give a verbal route or The OnStar system is integrated into These updates or changes may also may ask for a call back after the the electrical architecture of the cause a system to automatically vehicle is driven into an open area. vehicle. Do not add any electrical communicate with GM servers to equipment. See Add-On Electrical Cellular and GPS Antennas 0 collect information about vehicle Equipment 262. Added electrical system status, identify whether Cellular reception is required for equipment may interfere with the updates or changes are available, OnStar to send remote signals to the operation of the OnStar system and or deliver updates or changes. An vehicle. Do not place items over or cause it to not operate. active OnStar agreement constitutes near the antenna to prevent blocking Vehicle Software Updates consent to these software updates or cellular and GPS signal reception. changes and agreement that either OnStar or GM may remotely deliver OnStar or GM may remotely deliver Unable to Connect to OnStar software updates or changes to the them to the vehicle. Message vehicle without further notice or Privacy If there is limited cellular coverage or consent. These updates or changes the cellular network has reached may enhance or maintain safety, The complete OnStar Privacy maximum capacity, this message may security, or the operation of the Statement may be found at vehicle or the vehicle systems. come on. Press Q to try the call again www.onstar.com (U.S.), Software updates or changes may or www.onstar.ca (Canada). We or try again after driving a few miles affect or erase data or settings that into another cellular area. recommend that you review it. If you Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

ONSTAR 385 have any questions, call Permission to use, copy, modify, and dealings in this Software without prior 1-888-4ONSTAR (1-888-466-7827) or distribute this software for any written authorization of the copyright press Q to speak with an Advisor. purpose with or without fee is hereby holder. granted, provided that the above Users of wireless communications are unzip: cautioned that the privacy of any copyright notice and this permission information sent via wireless cellular notice appear in all copies. This is version 2005-Feb-10 of the communications cannot be assured. THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED “AS Info-ZIP copyright and license. The Third parties may unlawfully intercept IS,” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY definitive version of this document or access transmissions and private KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, should be available at ftp:// communications without consent. INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ftp.info-zip.org/pub/infozip/ license.html indefinitely. OnStar - Software THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A Copyright (c) 1990-2005 Info-ZIP. All Acknowledgements PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND rights reserved. Certain OnStar components include NONINFRINGEMENT OF THIRD For the purposes of this copyright and libcurl and unzip software and other PARTY RIGHTS. IN NO EVENT SHALL license, “Info-ZIP” is defined as the third party software. Below are the THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT following set of individuals: notices and licenses associated with HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY libcurl and unzip and for other third CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER Mark Adler, John Bush, Karl Davis, party software please see http:// LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION Harald Denker, Jean-Michel Dubois, opensource.lge.com/index OF CONTRACT, TORT OR Jean-loup Gailly, Hunter Goatley, Ed OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT Gordon, Ian Gorman, Chris Herborth, www.onstar.com/us/en/ OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE Dirk Haase, Greg Hartwig, Robert libcurl: SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER Heath, Jonathan Hudson, Paul Kienitz, DEALINGS IN THE SOFTWARE. David Kirschbaum, Johnny Lee, Onno COPYRIGHT AND PERMISSION van der Linden, Igor Mandrichenko, NOTICE Except as contained in this notice, the Steve P. Miller, Sergio Monesi, Keith name of a copyright holder shall not Copyright (c) 1996 - 2010, Daniel Owens, George Petrov, Greg Roelofs, be used in advertising or otherwise to Stenberg, . Kai Uwe Rommel, Steve Salisbury, promote the sale, use or other Dave Smith, Steven M. Schweda, All rights reserved. Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

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INDEX 387 Index A Airbag System (cont'd) Accessories and Modifications . . . . . 265 Where Are the Airbags? ...... 86 Accessory Power ...... 203 Airbags Active Fuel Management ...... 205 Adding Equipment to the Adaptive Cruise Control ...... 225 Vehicle ...... 94 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...... 262 Passenger Status Indicator ...... 135 Additional Information Readiness Light ...... 135 OnStar ...... 382 Servicing Airbag-Equipped Additional Maintenance Vehicles ...... 94 and Care ...... 352 System Check ...... 84 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Alarm Pedal ...... 198 Vehicle Security ...... 46 Adjustments Alert Lumbar, Front Seats ...... 61 Lane Change ...... 244 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...... 272 Side Blind Zone (SBZA) ...... 244 Air Conditioning ...... 173, 178 All-Season Tires ...... 300 Air Filter, Passenger All-Terrain Tires ...... 301 Compartment ...... 180 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...... 215 Air Vents ...... 179 Warning Light ...... 140 Airbag System Appearance Care Check ...... 95 Exterior ...... 337 How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . .88 Interior ...... 341 Passenger Sensing System ...... 90 Armrest Storage ...... 117 What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . .88 Ashtrays ...... 129 What Will You See after an Assistance Systems for Driving . . . . 240 Airbag Inflates? ...... 89 Assistance Systems for Parking When Should an Airbag and Backing ...... 233 Inflate? ...... 87 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

388 INDEX Automatic Brakes (cont'd) Carbon Monoxide (cont'd) Door Locks ...... 39 Assist ...... 217 Liftgate ...... 41 Forward Braking ...... 242 Fluid ...... 279 Winter Driving ...... 192 Headlamp System ...... 167 Parking ...... 215 Cargo Level Control ...... 222 Braking ...... 184 Tie-Downs ...... 118 Transmission ...... 206 Automatic Forward ...... 242 Caution, Danger, and Warning ...... 3 Transmission Fluid ...... 271 Break-In, New Vehicle ...... 198 Center Console Storage ...... 118 Automatic Transmission Bulb Replacement Chains, Tire ...... 318 Manual Mode ...... 209 Headlamp Aiming ...... 287 Charging Shift Lock Control Function Headlamps ...... 287 Wireless ...... 127 Check ...... 283 License Plate Lamps ...... 287 Charging System Light ...... 136 Axle, Front ...... 282 Buying New Tires ...... 314 Check Axle, Rear ...... 282 C Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator) ...... 137 B Cadillac Premium Care Child Restraints Battery Maintenance ...... 347 Infants and Young Children ...... 98 Exterior Lighting Battery Calibration ...... 124 Lower Anchors and Tethers Saver ...... 171 California for Children ...... 103 Load Management ...... 171 Fuel Requirements ...... 249 Older Children ...... 96 Power Protection ...... 171 Perchlorate Materials Securing ...... 111, 113 Battery - North America ...... 280, 329 Requirements ...... 265 Systems ...... 100 Blade Replacement, Wiper ...... 284 California Proposition Child-View Mirror ...... 53 Brake 65 Warning ...... 264, 280, 329, Cigarette Lighter ...... 129 Parking, Electric ...... 216 Back Cover Circuit Breakers ...... 288 Pedal and Adjustable Throttle . . . 198 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...... 2 Cleaning System Warning Light ...... 138 Capacities and Specifications ...... 359 Exterior Care ...... 337 Brakes ...... 278 Carbon Monoxide Interior Care ...... 341 Antilock ...... 215 Engine Exhaust ...... 205 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INDEX 389 Climate Control Systems Cruise Control, Adaptive ...... 225 Door (cont'd) Dual Automatic ...... 173 Cupholders ...... 117 Locks ...... 37 Rear ...... 178 Customer Assistance ...... 365 Power Locks ...... 39 Clock ...... 124 Offices ...... 364 Drive Belt Routing, Engine ...... 361 Cluster, Instrument ...... 130 Text Telephone (TTY) Users . . . . . 365 Driver Assistance Systems ...... 233 Collision Damage Repair ...... 369 Customer Information Driver Information Compartments Service Publications Ordering Center (DIC) ...... 145 Storage ...... 116 Information ...... 371 Driver Mode Control ...... 220 Compass ...... 124 Customer Satisfaction Driving Connections Procedure ...... 362 Assistance Systems ...... 240 OnStar ...... 379 D Characteristics and Control Towing Tips ...... 252 Damage Repair, Collision ...... 369 Traction and Electronic Defensive ...... 184 Danger, Warning, and Caution ...... 3 Stability ...... 218 Drunk ...... 184 Data Collection Control of a Vehicle ...... 184 For Better Fuel Economy ...... 27 Infotainment System ...... 375 Convenience Net ...... 118 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 191 OnStar ...... 375 Convex Mirrors ...... 49 If the Vehicle is Stuck ...... 193 Data Recorders, Event ...... 374 Coolant Loss of Control ...... 186 Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) . . . 166 Engine Temperature Gauge ...... 134 Off-Road ...... 186 Defensive Driving ...... 184 Engine Temperature Warning Off-Road Recovery ...... 185 Delayed Locking ...... 39 Light ...... 142 Vehicle Load Limits ...... 193 Diagnostics Cooling ...... 173, 178 Wet Roads ...... 190 OnStar ...... 381 Cooling System ...... 273 Winter ...... 192 Distracted Driving ...... 183 Cornering Lamps ...... 169 Winter Mode Light ...... 140 Dome Lamps ...... 169 Courtesy Transportation Dual Automatic Climate Door Program ...... 368 Control System ...... 173 Ajar Light ...... 145 Cruise Control ...... 222 Delayed Locking ...... 39 Light ...... 144 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

390 INDEX E Engine (cont'd) Floor Mats ...... 344 Electric Parking Brake ...... 216 Oil Life System ...... 270 Fluid Electric Parking Brake Light ...... 139 Oil Pressure Light ...... 143 Automatic Transmission ...... 271 Electrical Equipment, Add-On . . . . . 262 Overheating ...... 276 Brakes ...... 279 Electrical System Power Messages ...... 151 Four-Wheel Drive Engine Compartment Fuse Running While Parked ...... 206 Transfer Case ...... 211 Block ...... 289 Starting ...... 200 Washer ...... 278 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 288 Entry Lighting ...... 170 Folding Mirrors ...... 50 Instrument Panel Fuse Equipment, Towing ...... 258 Forward Automatic Braking ...... 242 Block ...... 293, 296 Event Data Recorders ...... 374 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) Overload ...... 288 Exit Lighting ...... 170 System ...... 240 Rear Compartment Fuse Extended Parking ...... 205 Four-Wheel Drive ...... 211, 281 Block ...... 298 Extender, Seat Belt ...... 82 Frequency Statement Emergency Exterior Lamp Controls ...... 164 Radio ...... 372 OnStar ...... 377 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder ...... 166 Front Axle ...... 282 Engine Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . 171 Front Seats Air Cleaner/Filter ...... 272 F Heated and Cooled ...... 67 Fuel ...... 248 Check Light (Malfunction Fan Additives ...... 249 Indicator) ...... 137 Engine ...... 277 Economy Driving ...... 27 Compartment Overview ...... 267 Features Filling a Portable Fuel Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . 134 Memory ...... 13 Container ...... 251 Coolant Temperature Filter, Filling the Tank ...... 249 Warning Light ...... 142 Engine Air Cleaner ...... 272 Foreign Countries ...... 249 Cooling System ...... 273 Flash-to-Pass ...... 166 Gauge ...... 133 Drive Belt Routing ...... 361 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...... 168 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 143 Exhaust ...... 205 Flat Tire ...... 318 Management, Active ...... 205 Fan ...... 277 Changing ...... 320 Heater ...... 201 Requirements, California ...... 249 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INDEX 391 Full-Size Spare Tire ...... 328 Glove Box ...... 116 Hill and Mountain Roads ...... 191 Fuses GM Mobility Reimbursement Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...... 218 Engine Compartment Fuse Program ...... 365 Hood ...... 266 Block ...... 289 H Horn ...... 121 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...... 288 How to Wear Seat Belts Properly . . . 76 Hazard Warning Flashers ...... 168 Instrument Panel Fuse HVAC ...... 173, 178 Head Restraints ...... 59 Block ...... 293, 296 Head-up Display ...... 147 I Rear Compartment Fuse Headlamps Ignition Positions ...... 199 Block ...... 298 Aiming ...... 287 Immobilizer ...... 48 G Automatic ...... 167 Indicator Garage Door Opener ...... 160 Bulb Replacement ...... 287 Vehicle Ahead ...... 141 Programming ...... 160 Daytime Running Infants and Young Children, Gas Strut(s) ...... 285 Lamps (DRL) ...... 166 Restraints ...... 98 Gauges Flash-to-Pass ...... 166 Infotainment ...... 172 Engine Coolant Temperature . . . . 134 High-Beam On Light ...... 144 Infotainment System ...... 375 Fuel ...... 133 High/Low Beam Changer ...... 166 Instrument Cluster ...... 130 Odometer ...... 132 Lamps On Reminder ...... 144 Instrument Panel Speedometer ...... 132 Heated Storage Area ...... 116 Tachometer ...... 133 Rear Seats ...... 68 Interior Rearview Mirrors ...... 51 Trip Odometer ...... 133 Steering Wheel ...... 121 Introduction ...... 2 Warning Lights and Heated and Cooled Front Seats . . . . . 67 J Indicators ...... 129 Heated Mirrors ...... 51 Jump Starting - North America . . . . 329 General Information Heater Service and Maintenance ...... 345 Engine ...... 201 K Towing ...... 252 Heating ...... 173, 178 Keyless Entry Vehicle Care ...... 264 High-Beam On Light ...... 144 Remote (RKE) System ...... 29 Glass Replacement ...... 285 High-Speed Operation ...... 307 Keys ...... 28 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

392 INDEX L Liftgate ...... 41 Lights (cont'd) Labeling, Tire Sidewall ...... 301 Lighter, Cigarette ...... 129 Service Electric Parking Brake . . . 139 Lamps Lighting Sport Mode ...... 140 Cornering ...... 169 Entry ...... 170 StabiliTrak OFF ...... 141 Daytime Running (DRL) ...... 166 Exit ...... 170 Tire Pressure ...... 142 Dome ...... 169 Illumination Control ...... 169 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 140 Exterior Controls ...... 164 LED ...... 287 Traction Control System Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . 166 Lights (TCS)/StabiliTrak ...... 142 Exterior Lighting Battery Airbag Readiness ...... 135 Traction Off ...... 141 Saver ...... 171 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Winter Driving Mode ...... 140 License Plate ...... 287 Warning ...... 140 Locking Rear Axle ...... 222 Malfunction Indicator (Check Brake System Warning ...... 138 Locks Engine) ...... 137 Charging System ...... 136 Automatic Door ...... 39 On Reminder ...... 144 Check Engine (Malfunction Delayed Locking ...... 39 Reading ...... 170 Indicator) ...... 137 Door ...... 37 Lane Change Alert (LCA) ...... 244 Cruise Control ...... 144 Lockout Protection ...... 40 Lane Departure Door Ajar ...... 145 Power Door ...... 39 Warning (LDW) ...... 246 Electric Parking Brake ...... 139 Safety ...... 40 Lane Keep Assist (LKA) ...... 246 Engine Coolant Temperature Loss of Control ...... 186 Lane Keep Assist Light ...... 140 Warning ...... 142 Low Fuel Warning Light ...... 143 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 77 Engine Oil Pressure ...... 143 Low-Profile Tires ...... 301 LATCH System Flash-to-Pass ...... 166 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Replacing Parts after a Crash . . . . 110 High-Beam On ...... 144 Children (LATCH System) ...... 103 LATCH, Lower Anchors and High/Low Beam Changer ...... 166 Lumbar Adjustment ...... 61 Tethers for Children ...... 103 Lane Keep Assist ...... 140 Front Seats ...... 61 LED Lighting ...... 287 Low Fuel Warning ...... 143 M Seat Belt Reminders ...... 134 Level Control Magnetic Ride Control ...... 221 Automatic ...... 222 Security ...... 143 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INDEX 393 Maintenance Mode ...... 220 OnStar Security ...... 378 Records ...... 357 Driver Control ...... 220 Ordering Maintenance and Care Monitor System, Tire Pressure . . . . . 307 Service Publications ...... 371 Additional ...... 352 N Outlets Maintenance Schedule ...... 347 Power ...... 125 Navigation Recommended Fluids and Overheating, Engine ...... 276 OnStar ...... 378 Lubricants ...... 355 Net, Convenience ...... 118 P Transfer Case ...... 211 New Vehicle Break-In ...... 198 Park Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...... 137 Shifting Into ...... 203 Manual Mode ...... 209 O Shifting Out of ...... 204 Massage ...... 66 Odometer ...... 132 Parking Memory Features ...... 13 Trip ...... 133 Brake ...... 215 Memory Seats ...... 63 Off-Road ...... 186 Brake and P (Park) Messages Driving ...... 186 Mechanism Check ...... 284 Engine Power ...... 151 Recovery ...... 185 Extended ...... 205 Vehicle ...... 151 Oil Over Things That Burn ...... 205 Vehicle Speed ...... 152 Engine ...... 268 Parking Assist ...... 233 Mirror Engine Oil Life System ...... 270 Parking or Backing Child-View ...... 53 Pressure Light ...... 143 Assistance Systems ...... 233 Rear Camera ...... 52 Older Children, Restraints ...... 96 Passenger Airbag Status Mirrors Online Owner Center ...... 365 Indicator ...... 135 Automatic Dimming Rearview . . . . .51 OnStar ...... 375 Passenger Compartment Air Convex ...... 49 OnStar Additional Information . . . . 382 Filter ...... 180 Folding ...... 50 OnStar Connections ...... 379 Passenger Sensing System ...... 90 Heated ...... 51 OnStar Diagnostics ...... 381 Perchlorate Materials Power ...... 50 OnStar Emergency ...... 377 Requirements, California ...... 265 Tilt in Reverse ...... 51 OnStar Navigation ...... 378 Mirrors, Interior Rearview ...... 51 OnStar Overview ...... 376 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

394 INDEX Personalization Rear Axle (cont'd) Replacing LATCH System Parts Vehicle ...... 152 Locking ...... 222 after a Crash ...... 110 Power Rear Camera Mirror ...... 52 Replacing Seat Belt System Door Locks ...... 39 Rear Climate Control System ...... 178 Parts after a Crash ...... 83 Mirrors ...... 50 Rear Seats ...... 68 Reporting Safety Defects Outlets ...... 125 Heated ...... 68 Canadian Government ...... 373 Protection, Battery ...... 171 Rear Storage ...... 117 General Motors ...... 373 Retained Accessory (RAP) ...... 203 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...... 233 U.S. Government ...... 372 Seat Adjustment ...... 60 Rear Window Washer/Wiper ...... 123 Restraints Windows ...... 54 Rearview Mirrors Where to Put ...... 102 Power Assist Steps ...... 45 Automatic Dimming ...... 51 Retained Accessory Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts ...... 82 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 63 Power (RAP) ...... 203 Premium Care Maintenance Recommended Fluids and Reverse Tilt Mirrors ...... 51 Cadillac ...... 347 Lubricants ...... 355 Ride Control Systems Privacy Records Magnetic ...... 221 Vehicle Data Recording ...... 374 Maintenance ...... 357 Roads Program Recreational Vehicle Towing ...... 333 Driving, Wet ...... 190 Courtesy Transportation ...... 368 Reimbursement Program, GM Roadside Service ...... 366 Proposition Mobility ...... 365 Roof 65 Warning, Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Sunroof ...... 56 California ...... 264, 280, 329, System ...... 29 Roof Rack System ...... 119 Back Cover Remote Vehicle Start ...... 36 Rotation, Tires ...... 312 R Replacement Routing, Engine Drive Belt ...... 361 Glass ...... 285 Running the Vehicle While Radio Frequency Statement ...... 372 Replacement Parts Parked ...... 206 Reading Lamps ...... 170 Airbags ...... 95 Rear Axle ...... 282 Maintenance ...... 356 Replacing Airbag System ...... 95 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INDEX 395 S Securing Child Restraints . . . . .111, 113 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...... 244 Safety Defects Reporting Security Signals, Turn and Lane-Change . . . . 168 Canadian Government ...... 373 Light ...... 143 Special Application Services ...... 352 General Motors ...... 373 OnStar ...... 378 Specifications and Capacities ...... 359 U.S. Government ...... 372 Vehicle ...... 46 Speedometer ...... 132 Safety Locks ...... 40 Vehicle Alarm ...... 46 Sport Mode Light ...... 140 Safety System Check ...... 83 Service StabiliTrak Scheduling Appointments ...... 368 Accessories and OFF Light ...... 141 Seat Belts ...... 75 Modifications ...... 265 Start Assist, Hill ...... 218 Care ...... 83 Doing Your Own Work ...... 265 Start Vehicle, Remote ...... 36 Extender ...... 82 Maintenance Records ...... 357 Starter Switch Check ...... 283 How to Wear Seat Belts Maintenance, General Starting the Engine ...... 200 Properly ...... 76 Information ...... 345 Steering ...... 185 Lap-Shoulder Belt ...... 77 Parts Identification Label ...... 358 Heated Wheel ...... 121 Reminders ...... 134 Publications Ordering Wheel Adjustment ...... 121 Replacing after a Crash ...... 83 Information ...... 371 Wheel Controls ...... 121 Use During Pregnancy ...... 82 Scheduling Appointments ...... 368 Steps Seats Service Electric Parking Brake Power Assist ...... 45 Head Restraints ...... 59 Light ...... 139 Storage Heated, Rear ...... 68 Services Rear ...... 117 Lumbar Adjustment, Front ...... 61 Special Application ...... 352 Storage Areas Memory ...... 63 Servicing the Airbag ...... 94 Armrest ...... 117 Power Adjustment, Front ...... 60 Shift Lock Control Function Center Console ...... 118 Rear ...... 68 Check, Automatic Convenience Net ...... 118 Reclining Seatbacks ...... 63 Transmission ...... 283 Glove Box ...... 116 Second Row ...... 69 Shifting Instrument Panel ...... 116 Third Row Seat ...... 73 Into Park ...... 203 Roof Rack System ...... 119 Second Row Seats ...... 69 Out of Park ...... 204 Sunglasses ...... 117 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

396 INDEX Storage Compartments ...... 116 Tires (cont'd) Towing (cont'd) Struts Changing ...... 320 Recreational Vehicle ...... 333 Gas ...... 285 Designations ...... 302 Trailer ...... 255 Stuck Vehicle ...... 193 Different Size ...... 315 Trailer Sway Control (TSC) ...... 260 Sun Visors ...... 56 Full-Size Spare ...... 328 Vehicle ...... 332 Sunglass Storage ...... 117 If a Tire Goes Flat ...... 318 Traction Sunroof ...... 56 Inspection ...... 312 Control System (TCS)/ Symbols ...... 3 Low Profile ...... 301 StabiliTrak Light ...... 142 System Pressure ...... 305, 307 Off Light ...... 141 Forward Collision Alert (FCA) . . . . 240 Pressure Light ...... 142 Traction Control/Electronic Infotainment ...... 172, 375 Pressure Monitor Operation ...... 308 Stability Control ...... 218 Roof Rack ...... 119 Pressure Monitor System ...... 307 Trailer Systems Rotation ...... 312 Sway Control (TSC) ...... 260 Driver Assistance ...... 233 Sidewall Labeling ...... 301 Towing ...... 255 T Terminology and Definitions . . . . 303 Transfer Case ...... 211 Uniform Tire Quality Grading . . . . 316 Transmission Tachometer ...... 133 Wheel Alignment and Tire Automatic ...... 206 Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...... 365 Balance ...... 317 Fluid, Automatic ...... 271 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...... 48 Wheel Replacement ...... 317 Transportation Program, Immobilizer ...... 48 When It Is Time for New Courtesy ...... 368 Third-Row Seats ...... 73 Tires ...... 313 Trip Odometer ...... 133 Throttle, Adjustable ...... 198 Winter ...... 300 Turn and Lane-Change Signals . . . . 168 Time ...... 124 Tow/Haul Mode ...... 210 Tires ...... 299 U Tow/Haul Mode Light ...... 140 All-Season ...... 300 Uniform Tire Quality Grading ...... 316 Towing All-Terrain ...... 301 Universal Remote System ...... 160 Driving Characteristics ...... 252 Buying New Tires ...... 314 Operation ...... 163 Equipment ...... 258 Chains ...... 318 General Information ...... 252 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico- 11349344) - 2018 - crc - 11/7/17

INDEX 397 Universal Remote System (cont'd) Warning (cont'd) Programming ...... 160 Lane Departure (LDW) ...... 246 Using This Manual ...... 2 Warning Lights, Gauges, and V Indicators ...... 129 Warnings Vehicle Hazard Flashers ...... 168 Alarm System ...... 46 Washer Fluid ...... 278 Canadian Owners ...... 2 Wheels Control ...... 184 Alignment and Tire Balance . . . . . 317 Identification Number (VIN) . . . . . 358 Different Size ...... 315 Load Limits ...... 193 Replacement ...... 317 Messages ...... 151 When It Is Time for New Tires . . . . 313 Personalization ...... 152 Where to Put the Restraint ...... 102 Remote Start ...... 36 Wi-Fi ...... 379 Security ...... 46 Windows ...... 54 Speed Messages ...... 152 Power ...... 54 Towing ...... 332 Windshield Vehicle Ahead Indicator ...... 141 Replacement ...... 285 Vehicle Care Wiper/Washer ...... 121 Tire Pressure ...... 305 Winter Vehicle Data Recording and Driving ...... 192 Privacy ...... 374 Winter Driving Mode Light ...... 140 Ventilation, Air ...... 179 Winter Tires ...... 300 Visors ...... 56 Wiper Blade Replacement ...... 284 W Wipers Warning Rear Washer ...... 123 Brake System Light ...... 138 Wireless Charging ...... 127 Caution and Danger ...... 3 18_CAD_Escalade_COV_en_US_84016525B_2017NOV15.ai 1 11/2/2017 9:29:10 AM

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