2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV Owner's Manual
2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV Manual
2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV manual content summary:
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2006 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-3 Rear Seats ...1-8 Safety Belts ...1-28 Child Restraints ...1-48 Airbag System ...1-74 Restraint System Check ...1-87 Features and Controls ...2-1 Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-8 Windows ...2-12 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 2
CADILLAC Crest & Wreath, and the names ESCALADE and ESV are registered trademarks of General Motors Corporation. This manual includes the latest information at the time it was printed. We reserve the right to make changes after that time without notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 3
Safety Warnings and Symbols There are a number of safety cautions in this book. We use a box and the word CAUTION to tell about things that could hurt you if you were to ignore the warning. In the caution area, we tell you what the hazard is. Then we tell you what to do to help avoid or reduce the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 4
you read other manuals, you might see CAUTION and NOTICE warnings in different colors or in different words Features and Controls in Section 2 Instrument Panel Overview in Section 3 Climate Controls in Section 3 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators in Section 3 Audio System(s) in Section 3 Engine - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 5
These are some examples of symbols that may be found on the vehicle: v - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 6
✍ NOTES vi - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 7
Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-41 Right Front Passenger Position ...1-41 Rear Outside Passenger Positions ...1-41 Center Rear Passenger Position ...1-44 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...1-45 Safety Belt Extender ...1-47 Child Restraints ...1-48 Older Children ...1-48 Infants and Young Children - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 8
1 Seats and Restraint Systems Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-86 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-86 Restraint System Check ...1-87 Checking the Restraint Systems ...1-87 Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash ...1-88 Airbag System ...1-74 Where Are the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 9
or forward by moving the control toward the rear or toward the front of the vehicle. This adjusts the angle of the seatback. For more information on the reclining seatbacks, see Reclining Seatbacks on page 1-6. The power seat controls are located on the outboard edge of the front seats. Your vehicle - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 10
and recalled. See Memory Seat on page 2-47 for more information. Heated Seats If your vehicle has the heated seat feature, the buttons are located on the front doors. To increase support, press and hold the front of the control. To decrease support, press and hold the rear of the control. Let go - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 11
seatback, press the vertical button with the heated seatback symbol. An indicator light on the seatback button will be lit to designate that only the seatback is turned off. If you still want to use the heated front seat feature after you restart your vehicle, you will need to press the heated seat - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 12
on page 1-3. I (Seatback Only): This can only be used for the heat feature. Press this button to heat the seatback and cycle through the heat settings of high, medium, low and off. Red indicator lights will glow for each heat setting chosen: three lights for high, two for medium and one for low - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 13
Head Restraints {CAUTION: Sitting in a reclined position when your vehicle is in motion can be dangerous. Even if you buckle up, your safety belts cannot do their job when you are reclined like this. The shoulder belt cannot do its job. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 14
the second row seat and pull up on the strap loop located in the center of the seat where the seatback and the seat cushion meet. Then pull the the second row, you must flip and fold the second row seat following the instructions later in this section. See 60/40 Split Bench Seat (Second Row) on page - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Models The passenger's side of both the second row 60/40 split bench seat and the second row bucket seat has an easy entry/exit feature. This makes it easy to get in and out of the third row seat. To operate the easy entry seat, do the following: {CAUTION: A safety - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Seats If your vehicle has this feature, the buttons used to control this feature are located on the back of the center console. The engine must be running for the heated seat feature to work. Heated and Cooled Seats Your vehicle may be equipped with this feature. The buttons used to control this - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 17
or the blue cool button (B). 2. Choose one of the following: Flip and Fold Feature To flip and fold the seat, do the following: 1. Make sure that there off. Red (for heat) or blue (for cool) indicator lights will glow for each setting chosen: three lights for high, two for medium and one for low. J - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 18
4. Regular models: Push the seatback forward until it is flat. Once the seatbacks are folded forward, on extended models only, the rear seat footwell area will be exposed and will have to be covered by the load floor panels. To create a load floor, do the following: Extended models: On the passenger - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 19
routed and attached, and are not twisted. 5. Make sure that the safety belt buckles on the driver's side seat are accessible to the outboard and center occupants and are not under the seat cushions. {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 20
50/50 Split Bench Seat (Third Row) If your vehicle has a 50/50 split bench seat, the seatback(s) can be folded and the entire seat(s) can be tilted, or removed from the vehicle. Unfolding the Seatback(s) To return the seatback to the upright position, do the following: 1. Pull up on the release - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 21
injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 3. Fold the seatbacks forward using the instructions listed under "Folding the Seatbacks" previously. You will not be able to unlatch the seat from the floor unless the seatback is folded down - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 22
Returning the 50/50 Split Bench Seat(s) from a Tilted Position To return the seat to the normal seating position, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the 50/50 seat(s). 4. Let go of lever 3 and pull the seat completely down. 5. Push down on the seat firmly. Try pulling - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 23
1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the 50/50 seat(s) and enter the rear of the vehicle. 2. Fold the seatback forward using the instructions listed under "Folding the Seatbacks" previously. The seat cannot be removed unless the seatback is folded. 3. Unlatch the rear of the seat from the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 24
Installing the 50/50 Split Bench Seat(s) {CAUTION: {CAUTION: A safety belt that is improperly routed, not properly attached, or twisted will not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. After raising the rear seatback, always check to be sure - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Bench Seat (Third Row) {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. Always push and pull on the seatback to be sure it is locked. 6. Push and pull on the seatback to make sure it is locked. If your - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 26
for the seat and enter the rear of the vehicle. 2. Make sure the head restraints are completely lowered. 3. Fold the seatback forward using the instructions listed under "Folding the Seatback" previously. You will not be able to unlatch the seat from the floor unless the seatback is folded down - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 27
is folded forward. 6. While holding the seat forward, pull the support rod out from the retainer clips and flip it down until it of the vehicle. 2. Pull the lever on the support rod bracket until it unlatches from the seat bracket. 3. Place the support rod back into the storage position. 4. Pull the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 28
enter the rear of the vehicle. 2. Fold the seatback forward using the instructions listed under "Folding the Seatback" previously. The seat cannot be removed unless from the floor. 5. Pull on the release strap, located in the lower center of the seat, to release the seat from the floor and pull the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 29
Installing the Bench Seat To install the seat, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate to access the rear of the vehicle. 2. While holding the rear of the seat up, slide the front wheels into the slots on the floor. The front latches should lock into place. If the latches do not lock, try tilting the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 30
5. Release the lever labeled 1, located on the rear of the seat, and pull the seatback up to return it to the upright position. Bucket Seats (Second Row) If your vehicle has bucket seats, the seatbacks can be reclined, and the seats can be flipped and folded for additional cargo space. {CAUTION: If - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 31
Flip and Fold Feature {CAUTION: If the seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause injury to the person sitting there. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 32
3. Pull up on the seatback release lever, located on the outboard side of the seat cushion, and push the seatback forward until it is flat. Extended Model Only Push the button at the base of the headrest and pull the headrest out from the seatback. Slide the headrest pins into the holes on the top - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 33
Once the seatbacks are folded down, on extended models only, the rear seat footwell area will be exposed and will have to be covered by the load floor panel. To create a load floor, do the following: Returning the Seats to the Normal Seating Position To return the seats to the normal seating position - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 34
Safety Belts {CAUTION: Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone This part of the manual tells you how to use safety belts properly. It also tells you check that your passengers' belts are fastened properly too. Your vehicle has a light that comes on as a reminder to buckle up. See Safety Belt Reminder - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 35
In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law says to wear safety belts. Here is why: They work. You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a bad one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even buckled up, a - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 36
Put someone on it. Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. 1-30 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 37
The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... or the instrument panel... 1-31 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 38
get out, is much greater if you are belted. Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I have to wear safety belts? or the safety belts! With instead of them. Every airbag system ever offered for sale has required the use of safety belts. Even if you are in a vehicle that has airbags, you still have - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 39
Q: If I am a good driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? How to Wear Safety Belts Properly This part is only for people of adult size. Be aware that there are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are different - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 40
Driver Position Lap-Shoulder Belt The driver has a lap-shoulder belt. Here is how to wear it properly. 1. Close and lock the door. 2. Adjust the seat so you can sit up straight. To see how, see "Seats" in the Index. 3. Pick up the latch plate and pull the belt across you. Do not let it get twisted. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 41
, pull up on the shoulder belt. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the or even fatal injuries. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The safety belt locks if there is a sudden - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 42
if your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It will not give nearly as much protection this way. 1-36 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 43
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt is buckled in the wrong place like this. In a crash, the belt would go up over your abdomen. The belt forces would be there, not at the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. Always buckle your belt - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 44
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if your belt goes over an armrest like this. The belt would be much too high. In a crash, you can slide under the belt. The belt force would then be applied at the abdomen, not at the pelvic bones, and that could cause serious or - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 45
Q: What is wrong with this? {CAUTION: You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 46
forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. A: The belt is twisted across the body. To unlatch the belt, just push the button on the buckle. The belt should go back out of the way. 1-40 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 47
. If you ever pull the shoulder portion of the belt out all the way, you will engage the child restraint locking feature which may turn off the passenger's frontal airbag. If this happens unintentionally, just let the belt go back all the way and start again. Rear Outside Passenger Positions It - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 48
quickly. If this happens, let the belt go back slightly to unlock it. Then pull the belt across you more slowly. 3. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 49
your shoulder belt is too loose. In a crash, you would move forward too much, which could increase injury. The shoulder belt should fit against your body. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the thighs. In a crash, this applies force to the strong - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 50
shown until the belt is snug. Buckle, position and release it the same way as the lap part of a lap-shoulder belt. If the belt is not long enough, see Safety Belt Extender on page had to. When you sit in the center position of a third row bench seat, you have a lap safety belt, which has no 1-44 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 51
installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each passenger position with a lap- is how to install a comfort guide and use the safety belt: Second Row Seat 1. For the second row, remove the guide from its storage clip on the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 52
third row, remove the guide from its storage clip on the side of the seatback. 2. Place the guide over the belt and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it lies flat. The guide must be on top of - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 53
the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. {CAUTION: A safety belt that is not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. The shoulder belt should go over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 54
Child Restraints Older Children Q: What is the proper way to wear safety belts? A: If possible, an older child should wear a lap-shoulder belt and get the additional restraint a shoulder belt can provide. The shoulder belt should not cross the face or neck. The lap belt should fit snugly below the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 55
in the second row center position, move the child toward the safety belt buckle. In either case, be sure that the shoulder belt still is on the child's shoulder, so that in a crash the child's upper body would have the restraint that belts provide. See Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides on page 1-45 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 56
. Instead, they need to use a child restraint. {CAUTION: Never do this. Here a child is sitting in a seat that has a lap-shoulder belt, but the shoulder part is behind the child. If the child wears the belt in this way, in a crash the child might slide under the belt. The belt's force - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 57
baby should be secured in an appropriate restraint. {CAUTION: Children who are up against, or very close to, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder belts offer protection for adults and older children, but not for young children and infants. Neither - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 58
body, the back and shoulders. Infants always should be secured in appropriate infant restraints. A: Add-on child restraints, which are purchased by the vehicle's owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child's weight - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 59
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. Young children at surface. Make sure that the infant's head rests toward the center of the vehicle. 1-53 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 60
the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child seat (C-E) provides restraint for the child's body with the harness and also sometimes with surfaces such as T-shaped or shelf-like shields. 1-54 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 61
a permanent part of the motor vehicle. An add-on child restraint system is a portable one, which is purchased by the vehicle's owner. To help federal motor vehicle safety standards. Then follow the instructions for the restraint. You may find these instructions on the restraint itself or in a booklet, - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 62
See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-59 for more information. A child can be endangered in a crash if the child restraint is not properly itself or in a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 63
are attached to a flat pad which rests low against the child's body. A shelf- or armrest-type shield has straps that are attached to a wide, shelf-like shield the instructions that came with that restraint. Because there are different systems, it is important to refer to the instructions that come - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 64
some unusual circumstance, even though it is turned off. We recommend that rear-facing child restraints be secured in the rear seat, even if the airbag is off. If you need to secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 65
properly installed using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child restraint with a top tether, you must also use either the lower anchors or the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 66
attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top child restraints also have a top tether. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. If the child restraint does not have a top tether - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. i (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. j (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. Third Row - Regular Model Second Row - Bench i (Top Tether - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 68
models, see the information following for installing a child restraint with a top tether in the third row, if you vehicle has one. Never install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor. For models with a second row bench seat, the rear right side passenger and center seating positions have - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 69
Regular Models For Extended models with third row seating, the top tether anchor is located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion for the center seating position in the third row. Second Row Seat (Bucket Similar) - Extended Models For Regular models with third row seating, there is one top tether - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 70
on page 1-58 for additional information. Securing a Child Restraint Designed type child restraint is properly installed using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 71
anchors, secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position. 1.2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 1.3. Attach and tighten - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 72
Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. If the position you are using has an adjustable head restraint and you are using a single tether, raise the head restraint - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 73
3. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 4. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-67 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 74
restraint is equipped with the LATCH system, see Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-59. The center seat position in the third row has a lap belt. Be sure to follow the instructions that came with the child restraint. Secure the child in the child restraint when and as the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 75
it along the belt. 2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Run the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 76
instructions airbag deploys. {CAUTION: A child in a airbag inflates. This is because the back of the rear-facing child restraint would be very close to the inflating airbag . Even though the passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the passenger's frontal airbag airbag airbag - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 77
child restraint when and as the instructions say. 1. Your vehicle has a right front passenger's frontal airbag. See Passenger Sensing System on turned off the right front passenger's frontal airbag, the off indicator in the passenger airbag status indicator should light and stay lit when you turn the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 78
4. Buckle the belt. Make sure the release button is positioned so you would be able to unbuckle the safety belt quickly if you ever had to. 5. Pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. 1-72 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 79
7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is secure. 8. If your vehicle has the passenger sensing system and the airbag is off, the off indicator will be lit and stay lit in the inside rearview mirror when the key is turned to RUN or START. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 80
inflate in frontal, in rollover or in rear crashes. Everyone in your vehicle should wear a safety belt properly - whether or not there is an airbag for that person. {CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt - even if you have - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 81
, any airbag when it inflates can be seriously injured or killed. Airbags plus lap-shoulder CAUTION: (Continued) The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-35 for more information. 1-75 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 82
Where Are the Airbags? The right front passenger's frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The driver's frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. 1-76 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 83
The driver's side impact airbag is in the side of the driver's seatback closest to the door. The right front passenger's side impact airbag is in the side of the passenger's seatback closest to the door. 1-77 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 84
do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Do not let seat covers block the inflation path of a side impact airbag. The driver's and right front passenger's frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near-frontal - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 85
passenger front seats. The seat position sensor provides information which is used to determine if the airbags should deploy at a reduced level or at release of gas from the inflator, which inflates the airbag. The inflator, the airbag and related hardware are all part of the airbag modules inside the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 86
the occupant's upper body, stopping the occupant more gradually. But the frontal airbags would not help you in many types of collisions, steering wheel hub for the driver's frontal airbag and the instrument panel for the right front passenger's frontal airbag. For side impact airbags, the side - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 87
in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. • Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See Vehicle Data Collection - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 88
does not have the passenger sensing system. Passenger Airbag Status Indicator - Canada The passenger sensing system will turn off the right front passenger's frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver's airbag and the side airbags are not part of the passenger sensing system. The passenger - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 89
• a right front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time • the right front passenger seat is occupied by a smaller person, such as a child who has outgrown child restraints • or if there is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. 1-83 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 90
light and stay lit to remind you that the airbag is active. For some children who have outgrown child restraints and for very small adults, the passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the right front passenger's frontal airbag, depending upon the person's seating posture and body centered - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 91
CAUTION: (Continued) vehicle serviced promptly, because an adult-size person sitting in the right front passenger's seat may not have the protection of the frontal airbag. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-35 for more on this, including important safety information. Aftermarket equipment, such - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 92
are airbag system parts in several places around your vehicle. You do not want the system to inflate while someone is working on your vehicle. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing your vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 93
get my vehicle modified. How can I find out whether this will affect my advanced airbag system? Restraint System Check Checking the Restraint Systems Now and then, make sure the safety belt reminder light and all your belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors and anchorages are working properly. Look - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 94
if the belt or LATCH system was not being used at the time of the collision. If an airbag inflates, you will need to replace airbag system parts. See the part on the airbag system earlier in this section. {CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 95
New Vehicle Break-In ...2-16 Ignition Positions ...2-17 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...2-17 Starting the Engine ...2-18 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...2-19 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-19 Automatic Transmission Operation ...2-20 Tow/Haul Mode ...2-23 Parking Brake ...2-23 Shifting Into Park - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 96
Section 2 Features and Controls Universal Home Remote System ...2-38 Universal Home Remote System Operation ...2-39 Storage Areas ...2-42 Glove Box ...2-42 Cupholder(s) ...2-42 Instrument Panel Storage Area ...2-43 Center Console Storage Area ...2-43 Luggage Carrier ...2-43 Rear Seat Armrest ...2- - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 97
Keys {CAUTION: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. They could operate the power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move. The children or others could be badly injured or even killed. Do not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 98
Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject with obtaining replacements. In an emergency contact Cadillac Roadside Service . See Roadside Service on page 7-5 for more information. If you ever lock your keys - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 99
button once to unlock the driver's door. The interior lamps will come on. Pressing unlock again within three information. • If you are still having trouble, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service cause the horn to chirp for lock confirmation. You can choose different feedback options - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 100
, it is probably time to change the battery. Notice: When replacing the battery, use care not to touch any of the circuitry. Static from your body transferred to these surfaces may damage the transmitter. 2-6 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 101
for 15 seconds. The door locks should cycle to confirm synchronization. If the locks do not cycle, see your dealer for service. 1. Insert a thin object, such as a coin Resynchronize the transmitter. See "Resynchronization" following this information. 5. Check the operation of the transmitter. 2-7 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 102
the door from the outside, use the keyless entry system or the key. To unlock or lock the door from the inside, slide the manual lever forward or rearward. {CAUTION: Unlocked doors can be dangerous. • Passengers - especially children - can easily open the doors and fall out of a moving vehicle - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 103
will not operate if the key is in the ignition. You can also program this feature using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See "Door Lock Delay" under DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-63. If the delayed locking feature is on, the doors will not lock until five seconds after the last door is - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 104
which enables you to program your vehicle's power door locks. You can program this feature through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-63 for more information on DIC programming. To use the locks, do the following: 1. Open one of the rear doors. 2. Move - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 105
, lift the handle located in the center of the door. To lock the liftgate or liftglass open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into your vehicle. You cannot or if electrical wiring or other cable connections must pass through the seal between the body and the Engine Exhaust on page 2-26. 2-11 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 106
Windows {CAUTION: Leaving children, helpless adults, or pets in a vehicle with the windows closed is dangerous. They can be overcome by the extreme heat and suffer permanent injuries or even death from heat stroke. Never leave a child, a helpless adult, or a pet alone in a vehicle, especially with - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 107
also have an express-down feature that allows the windows to from operating the power windows from their switches. A light in the lockout switch will come on to show when the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY or while Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2- - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 108
. See Security Light on page 3-47 for additional information. Sun Visors with Fixed Rod and Pull-out Extension Your vehicle may have this feature. Pull the sun visor down to block glare. Pull the sun visor extender out for additional coverage. Detach the sun visor from the center mount and swing - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 109
Information Center (DIC), you can customize your alarm warning. See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-63 for additional information Wait for the security light to go out. 3. Unlock the door with the manual door lock and open do not flash, see your dealer for service. • If you do not want to - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 110
engine starts. If the engine does not start after three tries, the vehicle needs service. If the engine is running and the security light comes on, you will be able to restart the engine if you turn the engine for service. In an emergency, call the Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside Service on - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 111
If none of this works, then your vehicle needs service. B (ACCESSORY): This position lets you use things like the radio and the windshield wipers when the engine is off. Notice: Lengthy operation of features such as the radio in the accessory ignition position may drain the battery and prevent your - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 112
to work with the electronics in your vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer. If you do not, your engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be covered - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 113
, but can move closer to you for better pedal reach. This feature can be programmed to work with the memory function (if equipped) engine coolant heater. In very cold weather, 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant heater can help. You will get easier starting and better fuel economy during engine - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 114
an automatic transmission and features an electronic shift position into an ungrounded outlet could cause an electrical shock. Also, the wrong kind rated for at least 15 amps. 4. Before starting the engine, be sure to unplug and store the cord as it was before to keep it away from moving engine parts - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 115
Shifting Into Park (P) on page 2-24. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-53. REVERSE (R): Use this gear to back up. Notice: , Ice or Snow on page 4-44. NEUTRAL (N): In this position, your engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart when you are already moving, use - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 116
when towing a fuel economy. You can use SECOND (2) on hills. It can help control your speed as you go down steep mountain roads, but then you would also want to use your brakes off and on. If you manually select SECOND (2), the transmission will drive in second gear. You may use this feature - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 117
brake system and cause premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Verify that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-53. 2-23 Parking Brake To set the parking - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 118
ground, use the steps that follow. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-53. 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right (P). 2-24 {CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave your vehicle with the engine running. Your vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 119
you do not shift your vehicle into PARK (P) properly, the weight of the vehicle may put too much force on the parking pawl pedal down but still cannot shift out of PARK (P), try this: 1. Turn the key to ACCESSORY. There is no shift interlock in this key position. 2. Apply and hold the brake until the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 120
Engine Exhaust {CAUTION: Engine exhaust can kill. It contains the gas carbon monoxide (CO), which you cannot see or smell. It can cause unconsciousness and death. You might have exhaust coming in if: • Your exhaust could touch hot exhaust parts under your vehicle and ignite. Do not park over - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 121
Park (P) on page 2-24. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-53. {CAUTION: Idling the engine with the climate control system off could allow dangerous exhaust into your vehicle. See the earlier caution under Engine Exhaust on page 2-26. Also, idling in a closed-in place can - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 122
to OnStar®. See OnStar® System on page 2-36 for more information about the services OnStar® provides. Compass Operation Press the on/off button once to This is the on/off button for the automatic dimming feature and compass. Press the far left button, located below the mirror face, for up to - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 123
vehicle may have this feature. When on, the automatic dimming mirror dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you after dark of the mirror. See OnStar® System on page 2-36 for more information about the services OnStar® provides. 2. Press and hold the on/off button for six - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 124
the display reads CAL, the compass needs to be calibrated. For more information, see "Compass Calibration" following. To adjust between Fahrenheit and Celsius, the automatic dimming mirror, do the following: 1. Make sure the green indicator light, located to the left of the on/off button, is lit. If - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 125
To adjust for compass variance, do the following: 1. Find your current location and variance zone number on the following zone map. 3. Keep pressing the on/off button until the desired zone number appears in the display. Release the button. After approximately four seconds of inactivity, the new - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 126
just above the buttons. For more information, see Passenger Sensing System on page 1-82 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-36. Mirror for up to three seconds to turn the feature on and off. A light on the mirror will be lit while the feature is turned on. Compass Operation Press the on - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 127
Compass Calibration Press and hold the on/off button down for nine seconds to activate the compass calibration mode. CAL will be displayed in the compass window on the mirror. The compass can be calibrated by driving the vehicle in circles at 5 mph (8 km/h) or less until the display reads a - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 128
function which works in conjunction with the memory seats. See Memory Seat on page 2-47 for more information. The power folding mirrors will need to be reset if: • They are accidently manually folded/unfolded. • The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position. • The mirrors shake and flutter at - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 129
mirrors to help clear them of ice, snow, and condensation. See "Rear Window Defogger" under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3-24 for more information. 2-35 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 130
in memory as the tilt position. This feature can be enabled/disabled through the Driver Information Center. See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-63 for more information. OnStar® System OnStar® uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite technology, wireless communications, and live advisors - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 131
Door Unlock/Vehicle Alert • Remote Diagnostics • Online Concierge • Driving Directions • RideAssist • Information and Convenience Services OnStar® Virtual Advisor Your vehicle may have Virtual Advisor. It is a feature of OnStar® Personal Calling that uses your minutes to access weather, local - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 132
be repeated and then say "dial." See the OnStar® User's Guide for more information. The Universal Home Remote System, a combined universal transmitter and receiver, systems, and home lighting. If your vehicle is equipped with the Universal Home Remote Transmitter, it complies with Part 15 of the FCC - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 133
Canada other than an authorized service facility could void authorization also recommended that upon the sale of the vehicle, the not have the "stop and reverse" feature. This includes any garage door opener only when the Universal Home Remote indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 134
cm) away from the Universal Home Remote buttons while keeping the indicator light in view. 3. Simultaneously press and hold both the desired Universal Firmly press and release the "Learn" or "Smart" button. The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer. You will have 30 seconds to start - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 135
manufactured to time out in the same manner. If you live in Canada, or you are having difficulty programming a gate operator or garage door the following: 1. Press and hold down the two outside buttons until the indicator light begins to flash, after 20 seconds. Do not hold the two outside buttons - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 136
. Do not release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. While shown earlier in this section. For additional information on Universal Home Remote, see Customer are located in the center console for the front passengers and on the rear of the center console for the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 137
, adjust the interior lights to a brighter setting. To use the rear cupholders, pull down on the door located on the back of the console. Your rear seat armrest, if equipped, may also contain cupholders. The console may be equipped with an accessory power outlet inside. See Accessory Power Outlet - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 138
fastened. Be sure the cargo is properly loaded. Your vehicle has a Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) located above the rear glass. If items are to spread the load. If plywood is used, tie it to the siderail supports. Rear Seat Armrest Your vehicle's second row seat may have an armrest/storage - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 139
's side trim panel slot. 4. Push the button on top of the passenger's side endcap. This will allow the cover to extend into the trim slot. 5. Lightly pull on the cover holder to make sure it is secure. On some models there are two slots. The slots furthest forward allow the cover - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 140
equipped with a power sliding sunroof. To open or close your sunroof, the ignition needs to be on or RAP needs to be active. See "Retained Accessory Power" under Ignition Positions on page 2-17. Press and release the rear side of the button located in the front overhead console to express-open - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 141
driver's door. Vehicle Personalization In addition to the following features, your vehicle may also have features that can be programmed through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-63 for more information. These buttons are used to program and recall memory - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 142
button. To use the seat exit position, do one of the following: • Press the exit button on the memory control. • If this feature is activated in the Driver Information Center (DIC), removing the key from the ignition will move the seat to the exit position. See "Easy Exit Seat" under DIC Vehicle - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 143
Light ...3-34 Airbag Readiness Light ...3-35 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...3-36 Charging System Light ...3-38 Voltmeter Gage ...3-38 Brake System Warning Light ...3-39 Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light ...3-40 Low Tire Pressure Warning Light ...3-41 Traction Off Light ...3-41 Engine - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 144
CD Changer ...3-99 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3-102 Audio Steering Wheel Controls and DVDs ...3-105 Care of the CD and DVD Player Light ...3-47 Cruise Control Light ...3-48 Highbeam On Light ...3-48 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...3-48 Fuel Gage ...3-49 Low Fuel Warning Light ...3-49 Driver Information Center - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 145
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Instrument Panel Overview 3-4 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 147
19. I. Rear Wiper Washer. See Windshield Washer on page 3-10. J. Fog Lamps Button. See Fog Lamps on page 3-18. K. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-50. L. Parking Brake Release. See Parking Brake on page 2-23. M. Tilt Lever. See Tilt Wheel on page - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 148
warn others. They also let police know you have a problem. Your front and rear turn signal lamps will flash on and off. The hazard warning flasher button is located on top of the steering column. Horn To sound the horn, press the center pad on the steering wheel. Tilt Wheel The tilt - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 149
Beam Changer. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-9. • Flash-to-Pass Feature. See Flash-to-Pass on page 3-9. • N Windshield Wipers. See Windshield I Cruise Control. Cruise Control on page 3-12. For information on the exterior lamps, see Exterior Lamps on page 3-15 later in this section. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 150
Turn and Lane-Change Signals The turn signal has two upward (for right) and two downward (for left) positions. These positions allow you to signal a turn or a lane change. To signal a turn, move the lever all the way up or down. When the turn is finished, the lever will return automatically. To - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 151
headlamps, pull the multifunction lever toward you. Then release it. When the high beams are on, this indicator light on the instrument panel cluster will also be on. Flash-to-Pass This feature lets you use your high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 152
, hold the band on mist longer. You can set the wiper speed for a long or short delay between wipes. This can be very useful in light rain or snow. Turn the band to choose the delay time. The closer to the top of the lever, the shorter the delay. N (Delay): {CAUTION - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 153
Rear Window Wiper/Washer To turn the rear wiper on, turn the knob to either 1 or 2. For long delayed wiping, turn the knob to 1. For short delayed wiping, turn the knob to 2. {CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 154
Cruise Control 9(Off): This position turns the system off. With cruise control, you can maintain a speed of about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator. This can really help on long trips. Cruise control does not work at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h). If you - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 155
you want. 3. Press in the set button at the end of the lever and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. The cruise light on the instrument panel will illuminate when the cruise control is engaged. 3-13 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 156
you out of cruise control. Many drivers find this to be too much trouble and do not use cruise control on steep hills. • Move the cruise switch you do this, you will go about 1 mph (1.6 km/h) slower. Step lightly on the brake pedal. Move the cruise control switch to off. Shift the transmission - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 157
if your vehicle is equipped with either feature. The exterior lamp control has four positions This mode is not available for vehicles sold in Canada. AUTO: Turn the control to this position to put Lamps (DRL) will also be activated if it is light enough outside. ; (Parking Lamps): The control on - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 158
lights. When the vehicle is turned off and the headlamps are in AUTO, the headlamps may automatically remain on for a set time. You can change this delay time using the DIC. See Driver Information Center first sold in Canada. The DRL system headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and your - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 159
radio lights will also be dim. To turn off the automatic headlamp system, turn the exterior lamps switch to the off position and then release. Turning off the automatic headlamp system with the headlamp switch is not available for vehicles first sold in Canada. For vehicles first sold in Canada, you - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 160
instrument panel. Remember, fog lamps alone will not give off as much light as your headlamps. Never use your fog lamps in the dark without along with the fog lamps. Instrument Panel Brightness The thumbwheel for this feature is located next to the exterior lamps control. Press the button to - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 161
will come on when you open a door. Battery Run-Down Protection This feature shuts off the dome lamps if they are left on for more than 10 will keep your battery from running down. Entry/Exit Lighting Your vehicle is equipped with an illuminated entry/exit feature. When a door is opened or the key - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 162
the distance to the object. The URPA display is located inside the vehicle, near the rear window. It has three color-coded lights used to provide distance and system information to the driver. URPA can be turned off by pressing the rear park aid disable button located near the climate control - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 163
lever is moved into REVERSE (R). When the system turns on, the three lights on the display will illuminate for one and a half seconds to let is moving in REVERSE (R) at a speed greater than 3 mph (5 km/h), the red light will flash to remind you that the system does not work at a speed greater than - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 164
maximum amperage rating. Check with your dealer before adding electrical equipment. Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible with the accessory power outlets and could result in blown vehicle or adapter fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer for additional information on the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 165
Cigarette Lighter The front ashtray and lighter are located in the center console near the cupholders, if equipped. Press on the access . Never put flammable items in the ashtray. To remove the ashtray, pull it from the center console. Slide it back in and push down to be sure it is secure. To use - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 166
Climate Controls Dual Automatic Climate Control System With this system, you can control the heating, cooling and ventilation in your vehicle. will always flow through the system as the vehicle is moving forward unless it is set to recirculation mode. See "Recirculation" later in this section. Turn - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 167
to outside air. If it's hot outside, the air inlet may automatically switch to recirculate inside air to help quickly cool down your vehicle. The light on the button will illuminate in recirculation. 2. Set the driver's and passenger's temperature. To find your comfort setting, start with a 74°F (23 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 168
delay turning on the fan until warm air is available. The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature. Pressing the fan switch will override this delay oor w9x (Fan): The switch with the fan symbol allows you to manually adjust the fan speed. Press the up arrow to increase fan speed - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 169
in hot weather. Press this button again to allow outside air to enter the vehicle. The light on the recirculation button will go off. Pressing this button also cancels the auto recirculation feature. To resume the auto recirculation function, press the AUTO button. Each time the vehicle is started - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 170
On cool, but sunny days while using manual operation of the automatic system, use bi-level to deliver warm air to the floor and cooler air to the instrument panel outlets. To warm - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 171
the rear window. Outlet Adjustment Your vehicle has air outlets located in the center and on the side of your instrument panel that allow you to adjust the Press this button to turn the rear window defogger on or off. An indicator light in the button will come on to let you know that the rear window - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 172
section for more information on using this feature. °F (°C): To adjust the air temperature, turn the temperature knob on the center of the control in this section for more information on using this feature. Driver Overhead Control Front Controls - United States shown, Canada similar AUX: Turn the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 173
mode. Choose AUTO if you want the system to automatically regulate the airflow. See "Auto Mode" later in this section for more information on using this feature. b (Temperature): Press this button up or down to increase or decrease the temperature setting. w9x(Fan): Press this button up or down to - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 174
may be a problem, check the section that tells you what to do about it. Please follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly - and even dangerous. So please get to know your warning lights and gages. They're a big help. Your vehicle also has a Driver Information Center (DIC) that - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 175
cluster is designed to let you know at a glance how your vehicle is running. You'll know how fast you're going, about how much fuel you have and many other things you'll need to know to drive safely and economically. United States version shown - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 176
ever needs a new odometer installed, the new one will be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer. Tachometer Your tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). Safety Belt Reminder Light When the key is turned to RUN or START, a chime will be provided for - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 177
tells you if there is an electrical problem. The system check includes the airbag sensors, the airbag modules, the wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 1-74. This light will come on when you start your vehicle, and - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 178
a passenger airbag status indicator. When the ignition key is turned to RUN or START, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the right front passenger's frontal airbag is enabled (may inflate). Passenger Airbag Status Indicator - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 179
if the airbag deploys. If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status information. If, after several seconds, all status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 180
go out once the engine is running. If it stays on, or comes on while you are driving, you may have a problem with the charging system. It could indicate that you have problems with a generator drive belt, or another electrical problem. Have it checked right away. Driving while this light is on could - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 181
the reading in either warning zone. If you must drive, turn off all unnecessary accessories. Readings in either warning zone indicate a possible problem in the electrical system. Have the vehicle serviced as soon as possible. If the warning light comes on and a chime sounds there could be a brake - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 182
. It may take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-52. Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light With the anti-lock brake system, this light will come on when you start your engine and may stay on for several seconds. {CAUTION - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 183
Light If you have the StabiliTrak® system, this light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition to RUN. This light will also come on briefly when you start the engine 5-57 for more information on your vehicle's tires. If the light doesn't come on then, the system may require service; have it - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 184
Transmission Temperature Gage United States Canada United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. It also °C) mark, it indicates that the cooling system is working beyond its capacity. See Engine Overheating on page 5-24. Your vehicle is equipped with a transmission - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 185
(P) and allow the engine to idle until the transmission temperature falls below 260°F (127°C). If the transmission continues to operate above 265°F (130°C), please contact your nearest dealer or the Roadside Assistance Center. See Roadside Service on page 7-5 for more information. Notice: If you - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 186
is also designed to assist your service technician in correctly diagnosing any malfunction. Notice: If you keep driving your vehicle with this light on, after awhile, your emission controls may not work as well, your fuel economy may not be as good, and your engine may not run as smoothly. This - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 187
will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. If none of the above steps have made the light turn off, your dealer can check the vehicle. Your dealer has the proper test equipment and diagnostic tools to fix any mechanical or electrical problems that may have developed - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 188
an inspection: Your vehicle will not pass this inspection if the check engine light is on or not working properly. Your vehicle will not pass this inspection Gage United States Canada The oil pressure gage shows the engine oil pressure in psi (pounds per square inch) when the engine is running. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 189
as possible and have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance may damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine oil. If the light flashes, the Passlock® system has entered - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 190
go out when the cruise control is turned off. See Cruise Control on page 3-12 for more information. For more information, see "Tow/Haul Mode" under Towing a Trailer on page 4-53. Highbeam On Light This light will come on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 191
you are out of fuel, and you should get more fuel as soon as possible. Low Fuel Warning Light The light next to the fuel gage will come on briefly when you are starting the engine. This light comes on when the fuel tank is low on fuel. To turn it off, add fuel to the fuel tank. See Fuel on page - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 192
Driver Information Center (DIC) The Driver Information Center (DIC) display is located on the instrument panel cluster, below the speedometer. The DIC buttons are located on the steering wheel. The DIC can display information such as the trip odometer, fuel economy, customization features, and - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 193
A, TRIP B, TIRE PRESSURES, TIMER, and ENGINE HOURS. Odometer: Press the trip information button until ODOMETER appears on the display. This reset for TRIP A in either miles or kilometers. Trip B: Press the trip information button until TRIP B appears on the display. This mode shows the current - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 194
range, fuel used, average fuel economy, and the engine oil life system. Fuel Range: Press the fuel information button until RANGE appears on the display. This mode shows the remaining distance you can drive without refueling. It is based on fuel economy and the fuel remaining in the fuel tank. The - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 195
fuel economy. Average fuel economy will then be calculated starting from that point. If the average fuel economy is not reset, it will be continually updated each time you drive. Engine Oil Life System: Press the fuel information button until ENGINE Schedule in this manual. See Engine Oil on page - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 196
Information Center information about them. BATTERY NOT CHARGING On some vehicles, if the battery is not charging during operation, this message will appear on the DIC. Driving with this problem could drain your battery. Have the electrical unbuckled with the passenger airbag enabled, and the vehicle - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 197
come on. See Charging System Light on page 3-38 and Voltmeter Gage on page 3-38 for more information. Driving with this problem could drain your battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Stop and turn off the vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Have the electrical system checked by your GM - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 198
DIC, along with a chime and a low tire pressure warning light. See Low Tire Pressure Warning Light on page 3-41. Pressing any of the four DIC buttons or is safe to do so. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-42 for more information. Stop the vehicle and let the engine idle in PARK (P) for a - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 199
remain on in either case. See Low Fuel Warning Light on page 3-49, Fuel Gage on page 3-49, and Fuel on page 5-4. OIL LIFE RESET This message will appear on the display for about 10 seconds after resetting the change engine oil message. See "Engine Oil Life System" under DIC Operation and Displays - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 200
too hot and the engine further enters the engine coolant protection mode. See Engine Overheating on page 5-24 for further information. You may also see this message when the vehicle determines a problem with the electronic throttle control. See your GM dealer for service. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR If - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 201
the message and clear it from the DIC display. SERVICE AIR BAG If there is a problem with the airbag system, this message will be displayed on the DIC. Have your GM dealer inspect the system for problems. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-35 and Airbag System on page 1-74. Pressing any of the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 202
instrument panel cluster. See Charging System Light on page 3-38. The battery will not be charging at an optimal rate and the vehicle will lose the ability to enter the fuel economy mode. The vehicle is safe to drive, however you should have the electrical system checked by your GM dealer. Pressing - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 203
may appear along with the check engine light on the instrument panel. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-44. Reinstall the fuel cap, making sure to fully install the cap. See Filling the Tank on page 5-6. The diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 204
TRANS (Transmission) HOT IDLE ENGINE Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and/ - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 205
options listed may not be available on your vehicle. Only the options available will be displayed on your Driver Information Center (DIC). The default settings for the customization features were set when your vehicle left the factory, but may have been changed from their default state since then - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 206
feature. UNLOCK DOORS: KEY OUT: All of the doors will unlock when the key is taken out of the ignition. UNLOCK DOORS: MANUALLY: feature. Door Lock Delay If your DIC does not have this feature, you can still program the delayed locking feature. See Delayed Locking on page 2-9 for more information - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 207
displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature. This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition. LOCK FEEDBACK: displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature. Lock Feedback Press the customization button until LOCK FEEDBACK appears in the display - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 208
DIC to select it and move on to the next feature. Perimeter Lights Press the customization button until PERIMETER LIGHTS appears in the display. To select your preference for perimeter lighting, press the select button while PERIMETER LIGHTS is displayed on the DIC. Pressing the select button will - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 209
lights will not come on when you unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless entry transmitter. Choose one of the available options and press the customization button while it is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature to the next feature. For more information on tilt mirror - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 210
and press the customization button while your choice is displayed on the DIC to select it and move on to the next feature. For more information on alarm warning type, see Content Theft-Deterrent on page 2-14. Language To select your preference for display language, press the select button while - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 211
fuel economy in miles per gallon. If you choose metric, all information will be displayed in metric units. For example, distance in kilometers and fuel economy this manual and get familiar with your vehicle's audio system, you can use it with less effort, as well as take advantage of its features. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 212
may interfere with the operation of your vehicle's engine, radio, or other systems, and even damage feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the audio system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-17 for more information - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 213
48 contiguous United States and in Canada (if available). XM™ offers over 100 coast-to-coast channels including music, news, sports, talk, and children's programming. XM™ provides digital quality audio and text information that includes song title and artist name. A service fee is required in order - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 214
p (Volume): Turn this knob to increase or to decrease the volume. INFO (Information): When the ignition is off, press this knob to display the time. For RDS music always sounds the same at the set volume level. This feature is most effective at lower radio volume settings where background noise can - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 215
knob to select radio stations. © SEEK ¨: Press either the SEEK or the TYPE arrows to go to the next or to the previous station and stay there. in the selected band. © SCAN ¨: Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a beep. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 216
adjust all tone and speaker controls to the middle position, push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed. ALL CENTERED will appear on the display, you will hear a beep, and the display level will be adjusted to the middle position. AUTO EQ (Automatic Equalization - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 217
, push and hold the AUDIO knob when no tone or speaker control is displayed. ALL CENTERED will appear on the display, you will hear a beep, and the display level will be adjusted to the middle position. Finding a Program Type (PTY) Station (RDS and XM™) To select and find a desired PTY perform the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 218
allows the radio to switch to a stronger station with the same program type. To turn alternate frequency on, press and hold BAND for two seconds. to other stations. This function does not apply for XM™ Satellite Radio Service. Setting Preset PTYs (RDS Only) These buttons have factory PTY presets. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 219
information symbol will appear on the display. Press this button to see the message. The message may display the artist, song title, call in phone numbers, etc. If the entire message is not displayed, parts been configured properly for the vehicle and must be returned to your GM dealer for service. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 220
properly. No song title information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. No Signal Loss of signal Loading XM Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) Channel not in service Channel no longer available Artist Name/Feature not available Song/Program - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 221
No Text/Informational message available No channel available for the chosen category Theft lock active Action Required No category information is ™ Radio eight digit radio ID label. This label is needed to activate the service. If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there may be a - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 222
reaches the end. Cassette tape adapter kits for portable CD players will work in the cassette tape player. See "CD Adapter Kits" later for more information. The tape bias is set automatically when a metal or chrome tape is inserted. If an error appears on the display, see "Cassette Tape Messages - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 223
side of the tape. © SCAN ¨: Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you hear a , then go on to the next selection. Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again, to stop scanning. The tape must have at least three seconds - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 224
your GM dealer when reporting the problem. • The tape is tight and the player cannot turn the tape hubs. Remove the tape. Hold the with the cassette tape player after activating the bypass feature on your tape player. To activate the bypass feature, perform the following steps: 1. Turn the ignition - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 225
difficulty in finding tracks, and/or difficulty in loading and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface of the CD. If the surface of the of the CD is soiled, see Care of Your CDs and DVDs on page 3-105 for more information. If there is no apparent damage, try a known good CD - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 226
on the display. © SCAN ¨: Press and hold either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows for more than two seconds until SCAN appears on the display and you the next track. Press either the SCAN or the TYPE arrows again, to stop scanning. INFO (Information): Press this knob to see how long the current track - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 227
When the RSE system is turned off, the DVD symbol will go off of the radio display and Rear Seat Entertainment System on page 3-86 for more information. • It is very hot. When the temperature hour and try again. • There may have been a problem while burning the CD. • The label may be caught - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 228
system manual for some tips to help you reduce distractions while driving. This button may also be used to turn the DVD player power on and automatically resume play if the ignition is in RUN, ACCESSORY, or if RAP is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 2-17 for more information - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 229
to save battery power. The signal may be lost if the system is turned off or if the headphones are out of range of the transmitters. When using the wired headphones, if the front seat passengers use XM™ Satellite Radio Service (if equipped), you will hear the audio for XM™, instead of the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 230
the color-coded RCA jacks and turn both the auxiliary device and the RSE system power on. If the RSE system had been previously in the DVD player signal by infrared to the wireless headphones, if there is audio available. See "Headphones" previously for more information. The RSE system is capable of - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 231
formatted as DVD-Video. DVD+R and DVD+RW media may or may not be supported by the DVD player. The DVD player does not support DVD-RAM, DVD-ROM, and DVD Audio media. An error message will appear on the display if this type of media is inserted into the DVD player. When using the wired headphones, if - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 232
a selection press the enter button. This button only operates when playing a DVD. Press this button to adjust the color, tint, brightness, contrast, display mode, and dynamic range compression. The dynamic range compression feature can be used to reduce loud audio and increase low audio produced by - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 233
The DVD player will continue loading the disc and the player will automatically start, if the vehicle is in RUN, ACCESSORY, or information or previews. Some DVDs will begin playing after the previews have finished. If the DVD does not begin to play the main title, refer to the on-screen instructions - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 234
and press the desired button. Direct sunlight or very bright light may affect the ability of the RSE system to receive signals feature. Remote Control Buttons O (Power): Press this button to turn the DVD player on and off. v (Title): Press this button to return the DVD to the main menu of the DVD - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 235
-up Menu): Press this button to adjust the color, tint, brightness, contrast, display mode, and dynamic range compression. The dynamic range compression feature can be used to reduce loud audio and increase low audio produced by some DVDs. 1 through 0 (Numeric Keypad): The numeric keypad provides - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 236
Angle): Press this button to change camera angles on DVDs that have this feature when a DVD is playing. The format and content of this function will vary for each disc. Press this button to turn on subtitles and to move through subtitle options when a DVD is playing. The format and content of this - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 237
stored in it was pulled back into the the DVD player. Press the DVD player. eject button again to eject the disc. Recommended Action The ignition might not be in on or accessory. The parental control button might have been turned on. The power indicator light will flash. The system might be off. The - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 238
player. Do not attempt to forcibly remove the disc from the DVD player. This could permanently damage the disc and DVD player. Problem Recommended Action Sometimes the wireless Check for obstructions, headphone audio cuts out low batteries, reception or buzzes. range and interference from cellular - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 239
RSA) This feature allows rear seat passengers to listen to any of the sources: radio, cassette tapes, CDs, or DVDs. However, DVD Distortion There may be an experience with audio distortion in the wireless headphones when operating cellular phones, scanners, CB radios, Global Positioning Systems (GPS - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 240
knob to increase or to decrease the volume. The left knob controls the left headphones and the right knob controls the right headphones. SRC (Source): Press this button to select a source: radio, cassette tapes, CDs, or DVDs. x SEEK w: When listening to FM1, FM2, or AM, press the up or the down - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 241
size CDs continuously. Individual CDs may be loaded or ejected into or from any position. An amber light on each numbered button indicates a CD is loaded in the respective position. A green light on a numbered button indicates that a CD is playing. When loading CDs, the loading slot indicators turn - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 242
2. Select a position by pressing the numbered button with the green blinking light. If a button is not pressed within five seconds, the changer will With the radio on, press the numbered button with an amber indicator light on the CD changer. • Press the TAPE CD button on the radio. The CD - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 243
CD Functions All of the CD changer functions are performed by the radio, except for loading and ejecting. 1 PREV (Previous): Press this pushbutton to go to beginning of the current track if more than eight seconds have played. If this pushbutton is held or pressed more than once, the player will - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 244
when reporting the problem. • It is feature works automatically by learning a portion of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). If the radio is moved to a different vehicle, it will not operate and LOCKED will appear on the display. When the radio and vehicle are turned off, the blinking red light - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 245
the OnStar system. See the OnStar® System on page 2-36 in this manual for more information. If your vehicle does not have OnStar, press this button to silence the cellphone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 246
abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn. The recommended cleaning cassette is available Radio Service XM™ Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada (if - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 247
the cut tape detection feature will be active again. A non-scrubbing action, wet-type cleaner which uses and clean it. Make sure the wiping process starts from the center to the edge. Do not touch the bottom side of a the outer edge. Care of the CD and DVD Player The use of CD lens cleaners for CDs - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 248
Diversity Antenna System Your AM-FM antennas are located in the rear side windows. Be sure that the inside surfaces of the rear side windows are not scratched and that the lines on the glass are not damaged. If the inside surfaces are damaged, they could interfere with radio reception. Notice: Using - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 249
45 Loading Your Vehicle ...4-46 Towing ...4-52 Towing Your Vehicle ...4-52 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-52 Towing a Trailer ...4-53 Trailer ...4-8 Road Sensing Suspension ...4-9 StabiliTrak® System ...4-9 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ...4-12 Steering ...4-12 Off-Road Recovery ...4-14 Passing - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 250
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle Defensive Driving The best advice anyone can give about driving is: Drive defensively. Please start with a very important safety device in your vehicle: Buckle up. See Safety Belts: They Are for Everyone on page 1-28. {CAUTION: Defensive driving really means - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 251
information on the problem. The Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) of someone who is drinking depends upon four things: Judgment Muscular Coordination Vision Attentiveness • The amount of alcohol consumed • The drinker's body weight reasons for these laws. • The length of time it has taken the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 252
water, this means that a woman generally will reach a higher BAC level than a man of her same body weight will when each has the same number of drinks. 4-4 The law in most U.S. states, and throughout Canada, sets the legal limit at 0.08 percent. In some other countries, the limit is even lower. For - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 253
. That means you can lose control of your vehicle. See StabiliTrak® System on page 4-9. Adding non-GM accessories can affect your vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 5-3. {CAUTION: Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 254
Light condition, alertness, coordination, and eyesight all play a part. So do alcohol, drugs, and frustration. But even tire tread; the condition of your brakes; the weight of the vehicle; and the amount of brake braking and longer brake life. If your engine ever stops while you are driving, brake - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 255
a braking skid. When you start your engine and begin to drive away, your anti- problem with the anti-lock brake system, this warning light will stay on. See Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light problem, both the brake and ABS warning lights will come on accompanied by a 10-second chime. The lights - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 256
The anti-lock system can change the brake pressure faster than any driver could. The computer is programmed to make the most of available tire and road conditions. This can help you steer around the obstacle while braking hard. Remember: Anti-lock does not change the time you need to get your foot - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 257
may appear. If this is the case, your vehicle does not need servicing. You will need to turn the vehicle off and then restart it to initialize StabiliTrak®. If either message appears on the Driver Information Center (DIC), and your vehicle hasn't gone through hard acceleration, braking or multiple - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 258
stability messages, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-50. StabiliTrak® and part of the traction control system can be turned off or back on by pressing the StabiliTrak® button located on the instrument panel. When the system is turned off, the traction off light will illuminate, and the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 259
, engine power is not reduced automatically and the driven wheels can spin more freely. This can cause the brake-traction control to activate constantly. For more information on the traction active message, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-50. Notice: If the traction off light comes - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 260
problem does not clear itself after restarting the vehicle, you should see your dealer for service. Adding non-GM accessories can affect your vehicle's performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 5-3 for more information All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System With this feature, engine power is sent - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 261
you may see the STABILITY SYSTEM ACTIVE message on the message center. See "Stability System Active Message" under DIC Warnings and Accessories and Modifications on page 5-3. in time. But sometimes you cannot; there is not room. That is the time for evasive action - steering around the problem. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 262
removing either hand. But you have to act fast, steer quickly, and just as quickly straighten the wheel once you have avoided the object. The fact that such emergency situations are always possible is a good reason to practice defensive driving at all times and wear safety belts properly. Off-Road - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 263
for traffic signs, pavement markings and lines. If you can see a sign up ahead that might indicate a turn or an intersection, delay your pass. A broken center line usually indicates it is all right to pass, providing the road ahead is clear. Never cross a solid line on your side of the lane - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 264
try your best to avoid sudden steering, acceleration, or braking, including engine braking by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause not overdriving those conditions. But skids are always possible. The three types of skids correspond to your vehicle's three control systems. In the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 265
things to do before you go out. For example, be sure to have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Check to make sure all underbody shields, if equipped, are properly attached. Is there enough fuel? Is the spare tire fully inflated? Are the fluid levels up where they should be - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 266
Secure the cargo properly. Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle's center of gravity, making it more likely to roll over. You can be seriously things around. • • You will find other important information in this manual. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-46, Luggage Carrier on page 2-43, and - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 267
the terrain for unexpected obstacles. Your ears need to listen for unusual tire or engine sounds. With your arms, hands, feet, and body, you will need to respond to vibrations and vehicle bounce. • Always carry a materials that could catch fire from the heat of the vehicle's exhaust system. 4-19 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 268
Terrain Off-road driving can take you over many different kinds of terrain. You need to be familiar with the terrain and its many different features. Here are some things to consider. Surface Conditions: Off-roading can take you over hard-packed dirt, gravel, rocks, grass, sand, mud, snow, or ice - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 269
a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs, or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands if you are not prepared. paved roads and highways. There are no road signs, posted speed limits, or signal lights. You have to use your own good judgment about what is safe and what is - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 270
Approaching a Hill When you approach a hill, you need to decide if it is one of those hills that is just too steep to climb, descend or cross. Steepness can be hard to judge. On a very small hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 271
Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. • Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. • Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills. • Use a low gear and get a firm grip - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 272
you should do: • Push the brake pedal to stop the vehicle and keep it from rolling backwards. Also, apply the parking brake. • If the engine is still running, shift the transmission to REVERSE (R), release the parking brake, and slowly back down the hill in REVERSE (R). • Never attempt to prevent - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 273
to keep your vehicle headed straight down, and use a low gear. This way, engine drag can help the brakes and they will not have to do all the work . This could cause loss of control and a serious accident. Apply the brakes lightly when descending a hill and use a low gear to keep vehicle speed under - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 274
When you go straight up or down a hill, the length of the wheel base - the distance from the front . Also, driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels. This could cause a while still braking, restart the engine. • Surface conditions can be a problem when you drive across a hill - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 275
• Hidden obstacles can make the steepness of the incline even worse. If you drive across a rock with the uphill wheels, or if the downhill wheels drop into a rut or depression, your vehicle can tilt even more. For reasons like these, you need to decide carefully whether to try to drive across an - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 276
Stalling on an Incline If your vehicle stalls when you are crossing an incline, be sure you, and any passengers, get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is harder to open. If you get out on the downhill side and the vehicle starts to roll over, you will be right in its path. If you have - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 277
water, you will never be able to start the engine. When you go through water, remember that when the and on Wet Roads on page 4-32 for more information on driving through water. Driving in Water Heavy rain is deep enough to cover the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe, do not try it - you probably - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 278
body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust system for damage. Also, check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. Your vehicle will require more frequent service due to off-road use. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information headlamps can light up - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 279
differences increase. A 50-year-old driver may require at least twice as much light to see the same thing at night as a 20-year-old. What you in bright sunshine you are wise to wear sunglasses. Your eyes will have less trouble adjusting to night. But if you are driving, do not wear sunglasses at - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 280
After driving through a large puddle of water or a car wash, apply your brake pedal lightly until your brakes work normally. Driving too fast through large water puddles or even going through some car washes can cause problems, too. The water may affect your brakes. Try to avoid puddles. But if you - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 281
Deep Standing Water Notice: If you drive too quickly through deep puddles or standing water, water can come in through your engine's air intake and badly damage your engine. Never drive through water that is slightly lower than the underbody of your vehicle. If you cannot avoid deep puddles or - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 282
where you are going. Get a city map and plan your trip into an unknown part of the city just as you would for a cross-country trip. • Try to that have not cleared the intersection or may be running the red light. One of the biggest problems with city streets is the amount of traffic on them. You - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 283
. Try to blend smoothly with the traffic flow. Once you are on the freeway, adjust your speed to the posted limit or to the prevailing rate if it is slower. Stay in the right lane unless you want to pass. Before changing lanes, check your mirrors. Then use your turn signal - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 284
work - do not plan to make too many miles that first part of the journey. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes you can easily drive service experts in GM dealerships all across North America. They will be ready and willing to help if you need it. • Wiper Blades: Are they in good shape? • Fuel, Engine - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 285
tires on the road, the drone of the engine, and the rush of the wind against the sure your vehicle is well ventilated, with a comfortably cool interior. • Keep your eyes moving. Scan the road ahead sleepy, pull off the road into a rest, service, or parking area and take a nap, get some exercise, - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 286
See Off-Road Driving on page 4-17 for information about driving off-road. • Keep your vehicle in the brakes, tires, cooling system, and transmission. These parts can work hard on mountain roads. {CAUTION: If could crash. Shift down to let your engine assist your brakes on a steep downhill slope. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 287
a lower gear. The lower gears help cool your engine and transmission, and you can climb the hill better . Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let see highway signs on mountains that warn of special problems. Examples are long grades, passing or no-passing - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 288
Winter Driving Include an ice scraper, a small brush or broom, a supply of windshield washer fluid, a rag, some winter outer clothing, a small shovel, a flashlight, a red cloth, and a couple of reflective warning triangles. And, if you will be driving under severe conditions, include a small bag of - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 289
time for this? Wet ice. Very cold snow or ice can be slick and hard to drive on. But wet ice can be even more trouble because it may offer the least traction of all. You can get wet ice when it is about freezing, 32°F (0°C), and freezing rain begins to - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 290
have been stopped by the snow. • Put on extra clothing or wrap a blanket around you. If you do not have blankets or extra clothing, make body insulators from newspapers, burlap bags, rags, floor mats - anything you can wrap around yourself or tuck under your clothing to keep warm. You can run - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 291
your exhaust pipe. And check around again from time to time to be sure snow does not collect there. Open a window just a little on the side of the vehicle that is away from the wind. This will help keep CO out. Run your engine only as long as you must. This saves fuel - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 292
shift, and press lightly on the accelerator pedal towed out, see Towing Your Vehicle on page 4-52. {CAUTION: If you let your tires spin at high speed, they can explode, and you or others could be injured. And, the transmission or other parts of the vehicle can overheat. That could cause an engine - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 293
. The hooks could break off and you or others could be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. Notice: Never use recovery hooks to tow the vehicle. Your vehicle could be damaged and it would not be covered by warranty. Your vehicle may have recovery hooks at the front of - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 294
label and the Certification/Tire label. Tire and Loading Information Label {CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 295
5-57 and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 5-64. There is also important loading information on the vehicle Certification/Tire label. It tells you the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and rear axles. See "Certification/Tire Label" later in this - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 296
lbs (68 kg) × 2 = Available Occupant and Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 300 lbs (136 kg) 700 lbs (317 kg) Item A B C Example 2 Description Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = Subtract Occupant Weight 150 lbs (68 kg) × 5 = Available Cargo Weight = Total 1,000 lbs (453 kg) 750 lbs (136 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 297
the gross weight capacity of your vehicle. This is called Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo. Refer to your vehicle's tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 298
is a crash, they will keep going. {CAUTION: Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). If you do, parts on your vehicle can break, and it can change the way your vehicle handles. These could - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 299
important loading information for off-road driving in this manual. See " Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) of the front or rear axle. Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension comes as a part of the Road Sensing Suspension. See Road Sensing Suspension on page 4-9. This type - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 300
and Weight Carrying Hitches" under Towing a Trailer on page 4-53. Recreational Vehicle Towing Recreational vehicle towing means towing your vehicle behind another vehicle - such as behind a motorhome. The two most common types of recreational vehicle towing are known as "dinghy towing" (towing your - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 301
trailering capacity of your vehicle, you should read the information in "Weight of the Trailer" that appears later in this section. Trailering is different than just driving your vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel economy. Successful - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 302
pedal activity when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load. Tow/haul is designed to be most effective when the vehicle and trailer combined weight is at least 75 percent of the vehicle's Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR). See "Weight of the Trailer" later in this section. 4-54 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 303
. Such a selection when unloaded may result in unpleasant engine and transmission driving characteristics and reduced fuel economy. Tow/haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load. Weight of the Trailer A light on the instrument panel will illuminate to indicate - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 304
kg) 13,000 lbs (5 897 kg) Escalade AWD 6.0L 3.73 8,100 lbs (3 674 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) Escalade ESV AWD 6.0L 3.73 7,800 lbs (3 538 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) Escalade ESV Platinum AWD 6.0L 3.73 7,200 lbs (3 266 kg) 14,000 lbs (6 350 kg) **The Gross Combination Weight Rating (GCWR) is the total - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 305
be limited by the vehicle's ability to carry tongue weight. Tongue weight cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or the RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating). The effect of additional weight may reduce your trailering capacity more than the total of the additional - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 306
trailering capacity to stay within GCWR limits. Your maximum trailer would only be 7,800 lbs (3 538 kg). You may go further and think you must limit tongue weight to not exceed any of its ratings - GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, Maximum Trailer Rating or Tongue Weight. The only way to be sure you are not - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 307
, including the weight of the trailer tongue. If you use a weight distributing hitch, make sure you apply the weight distribution spring bars. Weight-Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches hitch. (A) Body-to-Ground Distance (B) Front of Vehicle When using a weight-distributing hitch, the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 308
kg) be sure to use a properly mounted weight-distributing hitch and sway control of the proper See Engine Exhaust on page 2-26. To maximize your safety when towing a trailer: • Have your exhaust system be adequate. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so you'll be able - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 309
weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving is now a good deal longer and not nearly as responsive as your vehicle is by itself. Before you start, check all trailer hitch parts and attachments, safety chains, electrical ahead when you're towing a trailer. And, - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 310
loads and/or hilly conditions). You may also want to activate the tow/haul mode if the transmission shifts too often. See "Tow/Haul Mode" earlier. When towing at high altitude on steep uphill grades, consider the following: Engine coolant at or near sea level will boil at a lower temperature than - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 311
someone pick up and store the chocks. Maintenance When Trailer Towing Your vehicle will need service more often when you're pulling a trailer. See the (don't overfill), engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. Each of these is covered in this manual, and the Index will - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 312
is equipped with the seven-wire trailer towing harness. This harness with a seven-pin universal heavy-duty trailer connector is attached to a bracket on the hitch platform. Yellow: Left Stop/Turn Signal Dark Green: Right Stop/Turn Signal Brown: Taillamps White: Ground Light Green: Back-up Lamps Red - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 313
included with your vehicle as part of the heavy-duty trailer wiring package. This harness is for an electric brake controller and includes a trailer battery feed fuse. It should be installed by your dealer or a qualified service center. For more information, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-53. 4-65 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 314
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5-1 Service ...5-3 Accessories and Modifications ...5-3 California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-3 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-4 Fuel ...5-4 Gasoline Octane ...5-4 Gasoline Specifications ...5-5 California Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-5 Fuels in - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 316
/Appearance Materials ...5-104 Vehicle Identification ...5-105 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-105 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-106 Electrical System ...5-106 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-106 Windshield Wiper Fuses ...5-107 Power Windows and Other Power Options ...5-107 Fuses - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 317
supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM Accessories. California Proposition 65 Warning Most motor vehicles, including this one, contain and/or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine exhaust - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 318
much more about how to service your vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 7-14. Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to do your own service work, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-86 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 319
Otherwise, you might damage your engine. If you are using gasoline rated at 87 octane or higher and you hear heavy knocking, your engine needs service. dealer for diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs may not be covered by your warranty. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 320
return to your authorized GM dealer for service. Filling the Tank {CAUTION: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off your engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 321
immediately. Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong type, it may not fit properly. This may cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and may damage your fuel tank and emissions system. See Malfunction Indicator - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 322
is not running. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. {CAUTION: Things that burn can get on hot engine parts and start a fire. These include liquids like fuel, oil, coolant, brake fluid, windshield washer and other fluids, and plastic or rubber. You or others could - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 323
left of the steering wheel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and pull up on the secondary hood release located near the center of the grille. 3. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then pull down the hood and close it firmly. 5-9 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 324
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 6.0L High-Output V8 engine, here is what you will see: 5-10 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 325
"Adding Washer Fluid" under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 5-33. Engine Oil If the CHECK OIL LEVEL message appears on the Driver Information Center (DIC), it means you need to check your engine oil level right away. For more information, see CHECK OIL LEVEL under DIC Warnings and Messages on page - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 326
to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 5-116. Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the engine has so much , the engine could be damaged. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-10 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. When to Add Engine Oil Be - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 327
ed by the American Petroleum Institute (API). You should look for this information on the oil container, and use only those oils that are identifi of the oil container. Look for two things: • GM6094M Your vehicle's engine requires oil meeting GM Standard GM6094M. You should look for and use only an - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 328
change is necessary for over a year. However, your engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and at this time the system must be reset. Your dealer has GM-trained service people who will perform this work using genuine GM parts and reset the system. It is also important to - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 329
Turn the ignition key to RUN with the engine off. 2. Fully press and release the accelerator bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a service station or a local recycling center - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 330
should inspect the air filter restriction indicator at every oil change and replace the engine air cleaner/filter when the indicator tells you to. On vehicles without an air Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. If you are driving in dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 331
the air filter restriction indicator on the engine air cleaner/filter cover. When the indicator turns black or is in the red/orange "change following. When you have the engine air cleaner/filter removed, lightly shake it to release loose dust and dirt. If the engine air cleaner/filter remains caked with - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 332
the cover and tighten the screws. 7. Reset the air filter restriction indicator, if equipped, by pressing the top button on the indicator. {CAUTION: Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the air; it helps to - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 333
service department. If you do it yourself, be sure to follow all the instructions here, or you could get a false reading on the dipstick. Notice: Too much or too little fluid can damage your transmission. Too much can mean that some of the fluid could come out and fall on hot engine part or exhaust - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 334
acceptable range, push the dipstick back in all the way; then flip the handle down to lock the dipstick in place. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-10 for more information on location. 1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 335
add only DEX-COOL® extended life coolant. The following explains your cooling system and how to add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 5-24. 5-21 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 336
COOL® coolant which will not damage aluminum parts. If you use this coolant mixture, keep the proper engine temperature. Let the warning lights and gages work as engine, heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may require changing sooner, at the first maintenance service - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 337
mixture can freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. If you have to add engine coolant listed in this manual for the cooling system. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 for more information. Checking Coolant The coolant surge tank is located in the engine - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 338
and tightly secured. The coolant surge tank pressure cap must be fully installed on the coolant surge tank. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-10 for more information on location. {CAUTION: You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol, and it - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 339
Protection Operating Mode on page 5-26 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine The ENGINE COOLANT HOT message, along with a low coolant condition, can indicate a serious problem. If you get an engine overheat warning, but see or hear no - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 340
with an electric engine cooling fan, idle the engine for three minutes while you are parked. If you still have the warning, turn off the engine and get get service help right away. Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode If an overheated engine condition exists and the REDUCED ENGINE POWER - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 341
is what you will see: {CAUTION: An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can injure you. Keep hands, clothing and tools away from any underhood electric fan. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 342
electric engine cooling fan, check the coolant temperature gage. If the coolant temperature is approximately 232°F (111°C), the electric cooling fan should be running. If it is not, your vehicle needs service. Turn off the engine hoses, and other engine parts, can be very hot. Do not touch them. If - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 343
tank, but be sure the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap, is cool before you do it. See Engine Coolant on page 5-21 for more information. If no coolant is visible in the surge tank freeze and crack the engine, radiator, heater core and other parts. Use the recommended - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 344
Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. 1. You can remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap when the cooling system, including the coolant surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is no longer hot. Turn the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 345
engine. In most everyday driving conditions, the fan is spinning slower and the clutch is not fully engaged. This improves fuel economy and reduces fan noise. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing 4. With the coolant surge tank pressure cap off, start the engine and let it run until you can - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 346
engine compartment cool down. 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick with a clean rag. 4. Replace the cap and completely tighten it. 5. Remove the cap fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. What - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 347
's instructions before use. If you will be operating your vehicle in an area where the temperature may fall below freezing, use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing. Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 348
master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT-3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-10 for the location of the reservoir. If you have too much brake fluid, it can spill on the engine. The fluid will burn if the engine is hot enough. You or others could be burned, and your vehicle - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 349
there is a leak. Always clean the brake fluid reservoir cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This will help keep dirt from entering the . system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in your brake system can damage brake system parts so badly - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 350
brake squeal when the brakes are first applied or lightly applied. This does not mean something is wrong with you hear the brake wear warning sound, have your vehicle serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads brake trouble. Brake Adjustment Every time you make a brake stop, your disc - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 351
parts. Warning: Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California the black, negative (−) cable from the battery. This will help keep your battery from running down. {CAUTION: Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 352
start procedure. Put an automatic transmission in PARK (P) or a manual transmission in NEUTRAL before setting the parking brake. {CAUTION: contain acid that can burn you. • They contain gas that can explode or ignite. • They contain enough electricity to burn you. If you do not follow these - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 353
. You should always use these remote terminals instead of the terminals on the battery. The remote positive (+) terminal is located near the engine accessory drive bracket. On some vehicles, the terminal may be covered by a red plastic cover. To access the remote positive (+) terminal, open the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 354
(−) terminal is located on the engine accessory drive bracket and is marked GND (Ground). {CAUTION: Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use a flashlight if you need more light. Be sure the battery has enough - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 355
battery and maybe other parts too. 8. Now connect the black negative (−) cable to battery, but not near engine parts that move. The electrical connection is just as good service. {CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the engine - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 356
in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the dead battery. 2. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable . Jumper Cable Removal A. Heavy, Unpainted Metal Engine Part or Remote Negative (−) Terminal B. Good Battery or - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 357
All-Wheel Drive Transfer Case Be sure to perform the lubricant checks described in this section. There are two additional systems that need lubrication. How to Check Lubricant When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to check the lubricant. See Scheduled - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 358
leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. All axle assemblies are filled by volume stationary for an hour or two. Remember that the rear axle assembly must be supported to get a true reading. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 359
leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle below the filler plug hole. How to Check Lubricant • When the differential is at operating temperature (warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level to - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 360
instructions before beginning. Failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to headlamp parts. The vehicle should be properly prepared as follows: • The vehicle should be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a light colored for service. with a full tank of fuel and one person - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 361
The headlamp aiming devices are under the hood near the headlamps. Headlamp Horizontal Aiming Turn the horizontal aiming screw (A) until the indicator (B) is lined up with zero. If you believe your headlamps need horizontal (H) (left/right) adjustment, follow the horizontal aiming procedure. If - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 362
low-beam headlamps and place a piece of cardboard or equivalent in front of the headlamp not being aimed. This should allow only the beam of light from the headlamp being aimed to be seen on the flat surface. 1. Find the aim dot on the lens of the low beam lamps. 2. Measure - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 363
type of replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 5-56. For any bulb changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting beam high intensity discharge lighting system operates at a very high voltage. If you try to service any of the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 364
Halogen Bulbs Headlamps {CAUTION: Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or others could be injured. Be sure to read and follow the instructions on the bulb package. A. Low-Beam Headlamp B. Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) C. Sidemarker Lamp D. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 365
To replace a headlamp bulb, do the following: 1. Open the hood of the vehicle. See Hood Release on page 5-9 for more information. 4. Pull the top left or right corner of the grill out so the clips release. This will give you the needed clearance for removing the headlamp assembly. 2. Pry up the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 366
end of the pin upward until it unsnaps and then pulling it toward the center of the vehicle. 6. Remove the vertical pin from the headlamp assembly by away from the front of the vehicle. 8. Disconnect the electrical connector from the lower corner of the headlamp assembly. This will give you - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 367
the rubber, circular-shaped bulb cap of the affected bulb from the headlamp assembly. 10. Turn the bulb connector counterclockwise and remove it with the old bulb from the headlamp assembly. 11. Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb. 12. Plug in the electrical connector to the new bulb - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 368
bulb, do the following: 1. Remove the headlamp assembly as described previously. See Headlamps on page 5-50 for more information. 2. Remove the rubber, circular-shaped bulb cap for the affected bulb from the headlamp assembly. 3. Press the locking release lever, turn the bulb socket counterclockwise - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 369
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back-up Lamps A. B. C. D. Turn Signal/Taillamp Stoplamp/Taillamp Back-up Lamp Sidemarker Lamp To replace one of these bulbs, do the following: 1. Remove the two screws from the taillamp assembly. 2. Remove the taillamp assembly. 3. Press the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 370
for wear and cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 6-4 for more information. Replacement blades come in different types and are removed in different ways. For proper type and length, see Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 6-15. To replace the windshield wiper blade assembly do the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 371
high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your GM Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer's booklet included with your vehicle's Owner's Manual. 5-57 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 372
See Off-Road Driving on page 4-17, for additional information. Tire Sidewall Labeling Useful information about a tire is molded into the sidewall. The particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the "Tire Size" illustration later in this section for - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 373
page 5-64 and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-46. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire (A) Tire Size: The tire size code is a combination of letters and numbers used to define a particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type and service description. See the "Tire Size" illustration later in - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 374
be carried and the maximum pressure needed to support that load when used in a dual configuration. For information on recommended tire pressure see Inflation - one side may have the date of manufacture. (F) Tire Ply Material: The type of cord and number of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 375
. The letter P as the first character in the tire size means a passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim Association. (F) Service Description: The service description indicates the load range and speed rating of a tire. The load index can range from 1 to 279. Speed - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 376
4-46. GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight Rating for the rear axle, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-46. Intended Outboard Sidewall: The side of an asymmetrical tire, that must always face outward when mounted on a vehicle. Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for air pressure. Light Truck (LT-Metric) Tire - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 377
Rating: The load rating for a tire at the maximum permissible inflation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight; accessory weight; vehicle capacity weight; and production options weight. Normal Occupant Weight some light duty A metal support for a tire and upon - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 378
on page 5-74. Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 150 lbs (68 kg) plus the rated cargo load. See Loading Your Too much heat Tire overloading Premature or irregular wear Poor handling Reduced fuel economy If your tires have too much air (over-inflation), - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 379
pressure needed to support your vehicle's maximum load carrying capacity. For additional information regarding how much weight your vehicle can carry, and an example of the tire and loading information label, see Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-46. How to Check Use a good quality pocket-type gage to - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 380
a crash and you or others could be killed. Some high-speed rated tires require inflation pressure adjustment for high speed operation. When speed to check tire pressure levels. If your vehicle has this feature, sensors are mounted on each tire and wheel assembly, except Information Center (DIC). 5-66 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 381
warning symbol. For additional information and details about the DIC , that the tire pressure monitor light, located on the instrument panel cluster tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 382
1. Set the parking brake. 2. Turn the ignition switch to RUN with the engine off. 3. Turn the headlamp switch from off to the parking lamps setting four light should continue flashing throughout the matching procedure. The SERVICE TIRE MONITOR message will be displayed on the Driver Information Center - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 383
confirming horn chirp for the left rear tire, check to see if the TPMS warning light Information label. 11. Put the valve caps service. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry and Science Canada The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) operates on a radio frequency and complies with Part - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 384
with RSS-210 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this page 5-71 and Wheel Replacement on page 5-76 for more information. Make sure the spare tire is stored securely. Push, - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 385
that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See "Wheel Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications on page 5-116. When It Is Time for New Tires have treadwear indicators. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on a wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel nuts become loose after a time. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 386
TPC spec) system rating. If you need replacement tires, GM strongly recommends that you get tires with the same TPC Spec rating. This way, for additional information. {CAUTION: Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes, brands or types (radial - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 387
the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction type (radial and bias-belted tires) as rated tires. See Tire Pressure Monitor System on page 5-66. Your vehicle's original equipment tires are listed on the Tire and Loading Information Label. This label is attached to the vehicle's center - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 388
comparative rating based on the wear rate of service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A The following information apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 389
Temperature - A, B, C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 390
Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity, diameter, width, offset and be mounted the same nuts, replace them only with new GM original equipment parts. This way, you will be sure to have the : The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 391
and you or others may be injured in a crash. Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on your vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions. To help avoid damage to your vehicle, drive slowly, re-adjust - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 392
Use the jack provided with your vehicle only for changing a flat tire. If a tire goes flat, the next part shows how to use the jacking equipment to change a flat tire safely. Changing a Flat Tire If a tire goes hazard warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6 for more information. 5-78 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 393
brake firmly. 2. Put the shift lever in PARK (P). 3. Turn off the engine and do not restart while the vehicle is raised. 4. Do not allow passengers tire, use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks. The following information will tell you next how to use the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 394
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools Regular Models A. Retaining Bracket and Wing Nut B. Tool Kit and Jack Tools C. Wing Nut Retaining Wheel Blocks - Rear Access Panel D. Wheel Blocks E. Jack F. Knob Extended Models F. Mounting Bracket A. Knob G. Wing Nut Retaining B. Removable Wheel Blocks Storage - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 395
On the regular models, the equipment is located on the driver's side of the vehicle, behind the left trim panel in the rear of the vehicle. Unlatch the release lever to open the trim panel door. Skip the first step and follow the last three. On the extended models, the equipment you will need is - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 396
1. Open the spare tire lock cover on the bumper and use the ignition key to remove the lock if your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire lock (J). 3. Insert the spare tire end (open end) (F) of the extension through the hole (G) in the rear bumper. 2. Assemble the wheel wrench (H) and the two - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 397
hoist cable towards you to assist in reaching the spare tire. Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire Use the following pictures and instructions to remove the flat tire and raise the vehicle. 6. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable when the tire has been lowered, so - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 398
1. Remove the center cap by placing the chisel end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry the cap out. 2. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to loosen the wheel nuts. Do not remove the wheel nuts yet. 5-84 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 399
up 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. {CAUTION: Jack Positions (Overall View) A. Front Position B. Rear Position 3. Position the jack under the vehicle as shown in this step. Raising - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 400
Rear Tire Flat: If the flat tire is on a rear tire of the vehicle, you will need to use the jack handle and both jack handle extensions. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extensions. Attach the jack handle to the jack. Use the jacking pad provided on the rear axle. Rear Position Front - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 401
tire. 5. Remove any rust or dirt from the wheel bolts, mounting surfaces and spare wheel. {CAUTION: Rust or dirt on the wheel, or on the parts to which it is fastened, can make the wheel nuts become loose after a time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When you - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 402
the hub. 7. Capacities and Specifications on page 5-116 for the wheel nut torque specification. 8. Tighten the nuts firmly in a crisscross sequence as shown by turning the wheel wrench clockwise. When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire, you must also reinstall the center cap. Place the cap - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 403
6. {CAUTION: Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions. Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt . Read and follow the instructions listed below. 2. If it is visible, first try to - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 404
5. If the spare does not lower, turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 6 inches (15 cm) of cable is exposed. 6. Stand the wheel blocks on their shortest ends, with the backs facing each other. 7. Place the bottom edge of the jack (A) on the wheel blocks (B), separating them so that the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 405
shaft hole in the bumper and turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare the rest of the way. 9. Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire. 10. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting. 11. Continue - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 406
14. Tilt the retainer at the end of the cable and pull it through the wheel opening. Pull the tire out from under the vehicle. Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools {CAUTION: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 407
Store the tire under the rear of the vehicle in the spare tire carrier. Use the art and text following to help you: 1. Put the tire on the ground at the rear of the vehicle with the valve stem pointed down, and to the rear. 2. Tilt the retainer downward and through the wheel opening. Make sure the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 408
4. Insert the hoist end (F) through the hole (G) in the rear bumper and into the hoist shaft. 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is seated in the wheel opening. 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 409
1. Put the jack tools (B), in the tool bag and place in the retaining clip above the jack (E). 2. Tighten down with the wing nut (A). 3. Assemble the wheel blocks (D) and jack (E) together with the wing nut (D) and knob (F). 4. Position the jack storage cover in the left rear side panel and tighten, - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 410
1. Return the jack tools (E), to the tool bag. 2. Assemble wheel blocks (H) and jack (I) together with the wing nut (G) and retaining hook (C). 3. Position under the jack storage tray (B) in the left rear side panel below the wheelbase and tighten, adjusting clockwise until the jack is secured tight - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 411
and Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-46 for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading your vehicle. For instruction on how to remove, install or store a transfer color to your home furnishings may also transfer color to your vehicle's interior. When cleaning your vehicle's interior, only - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 412
read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning your vehicle's interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening your L) of water is a good guide. • Do not heavily saturate your upholstery while cleaning. • Damage to your vehicle's interior may result from the use of many - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 413
possible and then vacuum. To clean, use the following instructions: 1. Saturate a lint-free, clean white cloth with edge of the soil and gently rub toward the center. Continue cleaning, using a clean area of the solvents to clean your vehicle's interior because they can alter the appearance by - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 414
surfaces. Many commercial cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the appearance and feel of your interior and are not recommended. Do not use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean your vehicle - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 415
a "basecoat/clearcoat" paint finish. The clearcoat gives more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under Washing Your Vehicle on page 5-101. - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 416
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades If the windshield is not clear after using the windshield washer, or if the wiper blade chatters when running, wax, sap or other material may be on the blade or windshield. Clean the outside of the windshield with a full-strength glass cleaning liquid. The - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 417
GM dealer. Larger areas of finish damage can be corrected in your GM dealer's body and paint shop. Tires To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. 5-103 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 418
Finish Enhancer Usage Interior and exterior polishing cloth. Removes or stainless steel. Removes soil and black marks from whitewalls. Cleans vinyl. and other light surface contamination. Removes light scratches and GM will repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged by this - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 419
step. No wiping necessary. Medium foaming shampoo. Cleans and lightly waxes. Biodegradable and phosphate free. Quickly removes spots and Certification and Service Parts labels and the certificates of title and registration. Engine Identification The eighth character in the VIN is the engine code. This - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 420
from working as they should. Your vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to your vehicle, see Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 1-86. VIN Model designation Paint information Production options and special equipment Be sure that this label - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 421
from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 422
it is of the correct amperage. Fuses RR Wiper SEO ACCY WS WPR TBC ACCY IGN 3 4WD Usage Rear Window Wiper Switch Special Equipment Option Accessory Windshield Wipers Truck Body Controller Accessory Rear Heated Seats Module Air Suspension Switch/Module 5-108 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 423
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock, Powertrain Control Module, Transmission Truck Body Controller Vehicle and Trailer High Mounted Stoplamp Left Turn Signal/Stop Left Turn Signals and Sidemarkers Fuses VEH STOP RT TRLR ST/TRN RT TRN BODY DDM AUX PWR 2, M/GATE LCKS ECC TPM TBC 2C HAZRD CB LT DRS - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 424
Instrument Panel Fuse Block The center instrument panel utility block is located underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column. Device SEO TRAILER UPFIT SL RIDE HDLR 2 BODY DEFOG HDLNR 1 SPARE RELAY CB SEAT CB RT DOOR SPARE INFO Usage Special Equipment Option/Off-road Lamps - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 425
Underhood Fuse Block The underhood fuse block in the engine compartment is located on the driver's side of the vehicle near the battery. end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-10 for more information on its location. 5-111 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 426
5-112 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 427
Engine; Oxygen Sensors. *5 - Ignition 1 *6 - Powertrain Control Module, Fuel Pump. *7 - Rear Climate Control. *8 - Sunroof. Fuses GLOW PLUG CUST FEED HYBRID STUD #1 MBEC 1 BLWR LBEC 2 Usage Not Used Gasoline Accessory Power Not Used Accessory Power/Trailer Wiring Mid Bussed Electrical Center - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 428
LP RR DEFOG HDLP-HI PRIME AIRBAG FRT PARK DRL SEO IGN Usage Control (ALC) Exhaust Backup Lamps Trailer Wiring Fuel Pump (Relay) Body Controller Ignition Driver's Side High Beam Headlamp Not Used Daytime Running Lamps Regulated Voltage Control Instrument Panel Cluster/Driver Information Center - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 429
Pump OnStar® Radio Amplifier Not Used Horn Not Used All-Wheel Drive Module Not Used Auxiliary Electric Cooling Fan Fuse Block The auxiliary electric cooling fan fuse block is located in the engine compartment on the driver's side of the vehicle next to the underhood fuse block. Lift the cover - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 430
. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13 for more information. Capacities English 16.6 qt1 6.0 qt Metric Cooling System Capacity 15.7 L1 Crankcase Capacity 5.7 L Fuel Tank Capacity Escalade 26.0 gal 98.0 L Escalade ESV 31.0 gal 117.0 L Transfer Case Fluid 1.5 qt 1.4 L Wheel Nut Torque - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 431
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 At Each Fuel Fill ...6-9 At Least Once a Month ...6-10 At Least Once a Year ...6-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-15 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...6-16 Maintenance Record ...6-17 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 432
engine oil at the proper level and change as recommended. Maintenance Requirements Notice: Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections, replacement parts, and recommended fluids and lubricants as prescribed in this manual See your Warranty and Owner Assistance booklet or your dealer for details. 6-2 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 433
needs, you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM parts. • carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits. You will find these limits on the tire and loading information label. See Loading Your Vehicle on page 4-46. • are driven - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 434
GM parts. If the engine oil life system is ever reset accidentally, you must service your vehicle within 3,000 miles (5 000 km) since your last service. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 5-14 for information on the Engine Oil - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 435
. See Additional Required Services on page 6-6. Inspect suspension and steering components. See footnote (b). Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (c). Inspect wiper blades. See footnote (d). Inspect restraint system components. See footnote (e). Lubricate body components. See footnote - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 436
for each item. Additional Required Services Service and Miles (Kilometers) Inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Inspect exhaust system for loose or damaged components. Vehicles without a filter restriction indicator: Replace engine air cleaner filter. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-16 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 437
(i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. See footnote (l). 25,000 (41 500) 50,000 (83 000) 75,000 (125 000) 100,000 (166 000) • 125,000 (207 500) 150,000 (240 000) • • Maintenance Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the California Air Resources - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 438
cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect all pipes, fittings, and clamps; replace with genuine GM parts as needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is recommended at least - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 439
have your dealer perform this service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-21 for what to use. Inspect hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap, and filler neck. Pressure test the cooling system and pressure cap. (j) A fluid loss in any vehicle system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 440
If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service. Tire Wear Inspection Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service notification. Check the tires for wear and, if necessary, rotate the tires. See - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 441
the ignition to RUN, but do not start the engine. Without applying the regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of PARK (P) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of PARK (P), contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer for service. Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 442
. • To check the PARK (P) mechanism's holding ability: With the engine running, shift to PARK (P). Then release the parking brake followed by the regular brake. Contact your GM Goodwrench® dealer if service is required. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to flush any - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 443
® Engine Coolant Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 5-21. Hydraulic Brake Delco® Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or System equivalent DOT-3 brake fluid. Windshield GM Optikleen® Washer Solvent. Washer Usage Fluid/Lubricant GM Power Steering Fluid Power Steering (GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, System in Canada - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 444
or One-Piece Propshaft Spline (Two-Wheel Drive) Hood Hinges Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Hinge and Linkage, Folding Seats, and Fuel Door Hinge Fluid/Lubricant Spline Lubricant, Special Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12345879, in Canada 10953511) or lubricant meeting requirements of GM 9985830. Multi - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 445
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number or specification can be obtained from your GM dealer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Oil Filter Spark Plugs Wiper Blades Front - 22.0 inches (56.0 cm) Rear - 14.0 inches (35.5 cm) GM Part Number 10368768 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 446
Engine Drive Belt Routing (A) Air Conditioning Compressor 6-16 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 447
are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 6-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9 can be added on the following record pages. You - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 448
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-18 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 449
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-19 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 450
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance I or Maintenance II Services Performed 6-20 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 451
Government ...7-13 Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors ...7-14 Service Publications Ordering Information ...7-14 Customer Assistance and Information ...7-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...7-2 Online Owner Center ...7-3 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...7-4 Customer - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 452
, service or parts manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the general manager. STEP TWO: If after contacting a member of dealership management, it appears your concern cannot be resolved by the dealership without further help, contact the Cadillac Customer Assistance Center, 24 hours a day - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 453
GM ownership needs. Specific vehicle information can be found in one place. The Online Owner Center allows you to: • Get e-mail service reminders. • Access information about your specific vehicle, including tips and videos and an electronic version of this owner's manual (United States only). • Keep - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 454
of hearing, or speech-impaired and who use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-CMCC (2622). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800-496 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 455
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program Roadside Service Cadillac's exceptional Roadside Service is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, where available, a Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide on- - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 456
mileage, and date of delivery Roadside Service for the Hearing or Speech Impaired Roadside Service is prepared to assist owners who have hearing difficulties or are speech impaired. Cadillac has installed special telecommunication devices called Text Telephone (TTY) in the Roadside Service Center - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 457
support program service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer requests that you simply drop the vehicle off for service , reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available, up - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 458
per day and must be supported by receipts. This requires part of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. A separate booklet entitled Warranty and Owner Assistance Information furnished with each new vehicle provides detailed warranty coverage information fuel economy, to monitor conditions for airbag - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 459
stores the data. If your vehicle is equipped with OnStar®, please check the OnStar® subscription service agreement or manual for information on its operations and data collection. • with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee, • in response to - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 460
result, these parts may fit poorly, exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered repairs. Your GM dealer may have a collision repair center with GM-trained technicians and state of the art equipment, or - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 461
parts or Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts danger or you are instructed to move it by towing service will be taking it. Get a card from the tow truck operator or write down the driver's name, the service's name, and the phone number. towed away. Make sure this includes your insurance information - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 462
facility of choice, take your vehicle there, or have it towed there. Specify to the facility that any required replacement collision parts be original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be covered by your GM vehicle warranty - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 463
order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, you may information about motor vehicle safety from the hotline. Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government If you live in Canada, - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 464
-005 General Motors of Canada Limited 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Transmission - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 465
Owner's Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner's manual will include the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner's Manual Forms Service Publications - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 466
✍ NOTES 7-16 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 467
A Accessories and Modifications ...5-3 Accessory Power Outlet(s) ...3-22 Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...1-86 Additives, Fuel ...5-5 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...5-106 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...2-19 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...5-16 Air Conditioning ...3-24 Airbag - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 468
Manual ...3-86 Radio with Cassette and CD ...3-71 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ...3-97 Setting the Time ...3-70 Theft-Deterrent Feature System Warning Light ...3-39 Brake Pedal, Throttle ...2-19 2 C California Fuel ...5-5 California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-3 Canadian Owners ...ii Capacities and Speci - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 469
...3-23 Collision Damage Repair ...7-10 Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt ...1-45 Content Theft-Deterrent ...2-14 Control of a Vehicle ...4-5 Convenience Net ...2-44 Coolant Engine Temperature Gage ...3-42 Heater, Engine ...2-19 Surge Tank Pressure Cap ...5-24 Cooled Seats ...1-5, 1-10 Cooling System - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 470
...3-106 Doing Your Own Service Work ...5-4 Dome Lamps ...3-19 Door Delayed Locking ...2-9 Locks ...2-8 Power Door Locks ...2-9 Programmable Automatic Door Locks ...2-10 Rear Door Security Locks ...2-10 Driver Position, Safety Belt ...1-34 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-50 DIC Operation - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 471
Service Engine Soon Light ...3-44 Coolant ...5-21 Coolant Heater ...2-19 Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-42 Drive Belt Routing ...6-16 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-10 Exhaust Fuel ...5-4 Additives ...5-5 California Fuel ...5-5 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-8 Filling Your Tank ...5-6 Fuels - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 472
Fuses Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...Instrument Panel Fuse Block ...Underhood Fuse 10 Heater ...3-24 Highbeam On Light ...3-48 Highway Hypnosis ...4-37 Hill and Mountain Roads ...4-38 G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-42 Fuel ...3-49 Oil Pressure ...3-46 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 473
...Brake System Warning ...Charging System ...Cruise Control ...Highbeam On ...Low Fuel Warning ...Low Tire Pressure Warning Light ...Malfunction Indicator ...Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...Safety Belt Reminder ...Security ...Tow/Haul Mode ...Traction Off ...5-58 3-19 3-19 3-15 3-18 3-19 - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 474
17 Maintenance Requirements ...6-2 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-15 Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...6-13 Scheduled Maintenance ...6-4 Using ...6-3 Your Vehicle and the Environment ...6-2 Malfunction Indicator Light ...3-44 Memory Seat ...2-47 Message - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 475
N Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual ...3-86 New Vehicle Break-In ...2-16 Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts ...6-15 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...5-26 Owner Checks and Services ...6-9 Owners, Canadian ...ii P Park Aid ...3-20 Park (P) Shifting Into ...2-24 Shifting - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 476
DVD Player ...3-105 Care of Your CDs and DVDs ...3-105 CD Changer ...3-99 Navigation/Radio System, see Navigation Manual .. 1-41 Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides ...1-45 Rear Seat Armrest ...2-44 45 Recreational Vehicle Towing ...4-52 Remote Parts After a Crash ...1-88 Retained Accessory Power (RAP - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 477
70 Security Light ...3-47 Service ...5-3 Accessories and Modifications ...5-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle ...5-4 California Proposition 65 Warning ...5-3 Doing Your Own Work ...5-4 Engine Soon Light ...3-44 Publications Ordering Information ...7-14 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 478
Tire ...5-97 Installing ...5-83 Removing ...5-80 Storing ...5-92 Specifications, Capacities ...5-116 Speedometer ...3-34 Split Bench Seat (50/50) ...1-14 Your Engine ...2-18 Steering ...4-12 Steering Wheel Controls, Audio ...3-103 Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Storage Areas Center Console - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 479
Tow/Haul Mode ...2-23 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...3-48 Towing Recreational Vehicle ...4-52 Towing a Trailer ...4-53 Your Vehicle ...4-52 Traction Off Light Recorders ...7-8 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...5-105 Service Parts Identification Label ...5-106 Vehicle Personalization ...2-47 Memory Seat - 2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 480
W Warning Lights, Gages and Indicators ...3-32 Warnings DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-54 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Safety and Symbols ...iii Vehicle Damage ...iv Wheels Alignment