Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) 2011 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual M In Brief . 1-1 Storage . 4-1 Climate Controls . 8-1 Instrument Panel . 1-2 Storage Compartments . 4-1 Climate Control Systems . 8-1 Initial Drive Information . 1-4 Roof Rack System . 4-3 Air Vents . 8-8 Vehicle Features . 1-16 Performance and Instruments and Controls . 5-1 Driving and Operating . 9-1 Maintenance . 1-21 Controls . 5-2 Driving Information . 9-2 Warning Lights, Gauges, and Starting and Operating . 9-30 Keys, Doors and Windows . 2-1 Indicators . 5-11 Engine Exhaust . 9-38 Keys and Locks . 2-2 Information Displays . 5-26 Automatic Transmission . 9-40 Doors . 2-9 Vehicle Messages . 5-31 Drive Systems . 9-45 Vehicle Security. 2-13 Vehicle Personalization . 5-40 Brakes . 9-45 Exterior Mirrors . 2-16 Universal Remote System . 5-50 Ride Control Systems . 9-47 Interior Mirrors . 2-18 Cruise Control . 9-51 Windows . 2-19 Lighting . 6-1 Object Detection Systems . 9-54 Roof . 2-22 Exterior Lighting . 6-1 Fuel . 9-63 Interior Lighting . 6-10 Towing. 9-70 Seats and Restraints . 3-1 Lighting Features . 6-11 Conversions and Add-Ons . 9-82 Head Restraints . 3-2 Front Seats . 3-3 Infotainment System . 7-1 Vehicle Care . 10-1 Rear Seats . 3-9 Introduction . 7-2 General Information . 10-2 Safety Belts . 3-18 Radio . 7-10 Vehicle Checks . 10-4 Airbag System . 3-35 Audio Players . 7-19 Headlamp Aiming . 10-34 Child Restraints . 3-51 Rear Seat Infotainment . 7-33 Bulb Replacement . 10-36 Navigation . 7-60 Voice Recognition . 7-100 Phone . 7-103 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (2,1) 2011 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual M Electrical System . 10-38 Technical Data . 12-1 Wheels and Tires . 10-46 Vehicle Identification . 12-1 Jump Starting . 10-82 Vehicle Data . 12-2 Towing. 10-87 Appearance Care . 10-90 Customer Information . 13-1 Customer Information . 13-1 Service and Maintenance . 11-1 Reporting Safety Defects . 13-16 General Information . 11-1 Vehicle Data Recording and Scheduled Maintenance . 11-2 Privacy. 13-17 Recommended Fluids, Index . i-1 Lubricants, and Parts . 11-7 Maintenance Records . 11-10 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) Introduction iii This manual describes features that Canadian Vehicle Owners may or may not be on your specific vehicle either because they are Propriétaires Canadiens options that you did not purchase A French language copy of this or due to changes subsequent to manual can be obtained from your the printing of this owner manual. dealer or from: Please refer to the purchase The names, logos, emblems, documentation relating to your On peut obtenir un exemplaire de slogans, vehicle model names, specific vehicle to confirm each of ce guide en français auprès du and vehicle body designs appearing the features found on your vehicle. concessionnaire ou à l'adresse in this manual including, but not For vehicles first sold in Canada, suivante: limited to, GM, the GM logo, substitute the name “General CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest Helm, Incorporated Motors of Canada Limited” for and Wreath, ESCALADE, and P.O. Box 07130 Cadillac Motor Division wherever Detroit, MI 48207 ESV are trademarks and/or service it appears in this manual. marks of General Motors LLC, its 1-800-551-4123 subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the Numéro de poste 6438 de langue hybrid supplement for more française information. www.helminc.com Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference. Litho in U.S.A. Part No. 25965920 B Second Printing © 2010 General Motors LLC. All Rights Reserved. Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (4,1) iv Introduction Using this Manual Symbols { WARNING To quickly locate information The vehicle has components and about the vehicle, use the Index These mean there is something labels that use symbols instead of in the back of the manual. It is an that could hurt you or other text. Symbols are shown along with alphabetical list of what is in the people. the text describing the operation or manual and the page number information relating to a specific where it can be found. component, control, message, Notice: This means there is gauge, or indicator. something that could result in Danger, Warnings, and property or vehicle damage. M : This symbol is shown when Cautions This would not be covered by the you need to see your owner manual vehicle's warranty. for additional instructions or Warning messages found on vehicle information. labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or * : This symbol is shown when reduce them. you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or Danger indicates a hazard with a information. high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death. Warning or Caution indicates a A circle with a slash through it is a hazard that could result in injury or safety symbol which means “Do death. Not,”“Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.” Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (5,1) Introduction v Vehicle Symbol Chart " : Charging System * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp Here are some additional symbols I : Cruise Control : : Oil Pressure that may be found on the vehicle g and what they mean. For more B : Engine Coolant Temperature : Outside Power Foldaway information on the symbol, refer to O : Exterior Lamps Mirrors the Index. } # : Fog Lamps : Power 0 : Adjustable Pedals / . : Fuel Gauge : Remote Vehicle Start : Airbag Readiness Light > 9 + : Fuses : Safety Belt Reminders : Air Conditioning # 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) Changer _ : Tow/Haul Mode % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls ( : Heated Steering Wheel F : Traction Control or OnStar® j : LATCH System Child M : Windshield Washer Fluid $ : Brake System Warning Light Restraints Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (6,1) vi Introduction 2 NOTES Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (1,1) In Brief 1-1 Head Restraint Cruise Control . 1-18 In Brief Adjustment . 1-10 Navigation System . 1-18 Safety Belts . 1-10 Driver Information Sensing System for Center (DIC) . 1-19 Instrument Panel Passenger Airbag . 1-10 Side Blind Zone Instrument Panel . 1-2 Mirror Adjustment . 1-11 Alert (SBZA) . 1-20 Initial Drive Information Steering Wheel Rear Vision Initial Drive Information . 1-4 Adjustment . 1-12 Camera (RVC) . 1-20 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) Throttle and Brake Pedal Ultrasonic Parking Assist . 1-20 System . 1-4 Adjustment . 1-12 Power Outlets . 1-21 Remote Vehicle Start . 1-5 Interior Lighting . 1-12 Universal Remote System . 1-21 Door Locks . 1-5 Exterior Lighting . 1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer . 1-14 Performance and Maintenance Liftgate . 1-6 StabiliTrak® System . 1-21 Windows . 1-6 Climate Controls . 1-15 Transmission . 1-15 Tire Pressure Monitor . 1-22 Seat Adjustment . 1-7 Engine Oil Life System . 1-22 Memory Features . 1-8 Vehicle Features Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) . 1-23 Second Row Seats . 1-9 Radio(s) . 1-16 Driving for Better Fuel Third Row Seats . 1-9 Satellite Radio . 1-16 Economy . 1-23 Heated and Ventilated Portable Audio Devices . 1-16 Roadside Service . 1-23 Seats . 1-9 Bluetooth® . 1-17 OnStar® . 1-24 Steering Wheel Controls . 1-17 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (2,1) 1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel United States Version Shown; Canada Similar. Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (3,1) In Brief 1-3 A. Air Vents on page 8‑8. H. Clock on page 5‑8. O. Automatic Transfer Case Control (Hybrid only). See the B. Turn and Lane‐Change Lever. I. Infotainment on page 7‑2. hybrid supplement for more See Turn and Lane-Change J. StabiliTrak® System on Signals on page 6 9. information. ‑ page 9‑47. P. Cruise Control on page 9‑51. Windshield Wiper/Washer on Rear Park Aid Disable Button. page 5‑5. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist Heated Steering Wheel on page 5 5 (If Equipped). C. Instrument Cluster on on page 9‑54. ‑ page 5‑12. K. Steering Wheel Adjustment on Q. Horn on page 5‑5. D. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 5‑2. R. Steering Wheel Controls on page 6‑8. L. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 5‑3. E. Shift Lever. See Automatic page 6‑1. S. Dual Automatic Climate Control Transmission on page 9‑40. M. Dome Lamp Override. See System on page 8‑1. Driver Shift Control (DSC). See Dome Lamps on page 6‑10. T. Pedal Adjust Button. See Manual Mode on page 9‑43. Instrument Panel Illumination Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 9 31. F. Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑43. Control on page 6‑10. ‑ Power Assist Steps on G. Driver Information Center (DIC) Fog Lamps on page 6‑9. page 2‑13 (If Equipped). Buttons. See Driver Information N. Data Link Connector (DLC) Center (DIC) on page 5‑26. (Out of View). See Malfunction U. Glove Box on page 4‑1. Indicator Lamp on page 5‑18. Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2011 Black plate (4,1) 1-4 In Brief Initial Drive Press and hold & to open or Information close the liftgate. Press and hold m to open the This section provides a brief overview about some of the liftglass. important features that may or may Press L and release to locate the not be on your specific vehicle. vehicle. For more detailed information, refer Press and hold for to each of the features which can be L found later in this owner manual.