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Instrument Panel Overview United States version shown; Canada similar. 3-4

Section	Page
2008 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV BookTOC	1
Seats and Restraint Systems	5
Front Seats	6
Power Seats	6
Power Lumbar	7
Heated Seats	8
Heated and Cooled Seats	9
Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals	10
Power Reclining Seatbacks	11
Head Restraints	13
Center Seat	14
Rear Seats	14
Heated Seats	14
	60
Child Restraint Systems	61
Where to Put the Restraint	64
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)	65
Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position	73
Securing a Child Restraint in the Center Front Seat Position	75
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position	76
Airbag System	80
Where Are the Airbags?	82
When Should an Airbag Inflate?	85
What Makes an Airbag Inflate?	87
How Does an Airbag Restrain?	87
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?	88
Passenger Sensing System	89
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	94
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle	94
Restraint System Check	96
Checking the Restraint Systems	96
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash	97
Features and Controls	99
Keys	101
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System	102
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation	102
Remote Vehicle Start	105
Doors and Locks	108
Door Locks	108
Power Door Locks	108
Delayed Locking	109
Programmable Automatic Door Locks	109
Rear Door Security Locks	109
Lockout Protection	110
Liftgate/Liftglass	111
Power Liftgate	112
Power Running Boards	115
Windows	116
Power Windows	117
Sun Visors	118
Theft-Deterrent Systems	118
Content Theft-Deterrent	119
PASS-Key® III+	120
PASS-Key® III+ Operation	121
Starting and Operating Your Vehicle	122
New Vehicle Break-In	122
Ignition Positions	123
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)	124
Starting the Engine	124
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal	126
Engine Coolant Heater	126
Automatic Transmission Operation	128
Tow/Haul Mode	132
Parking Brake	133
Shifting Into PARK (P)	134
Shifting Out of PARK (P)	135
Parking Over Things That Burn	136
Engine Exhaust	137
Running the Engine While Parked	138
Mirrors	139
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Intellibeam®, OnStar®, Compass, and Temperature Display	139
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display	141
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors	143
Object Detection Systems	146
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)	146
OnStar® System	148
Universal Home Remote System	151
Universal Home Remote System	151
Universal Home Remote System Operation (With Three Round LED)	152
Storage Areas	158
Glove Box	158
Cupholder(s)	158
Center Console Storage	159
Assist Handles	159
Garment Hooks	159
Luggage Carrier	159
Rear Storage Area	160
Rear Seat Armrest	160
Convenience Net	161
Cargo Cover	161
Sunroof	162
Instrument Panel	165
Instrument Panel Overview	168
Hazard Warning Flashers	170
Other Warning Devices	170
Horn	170
Tilt Wheel	170
Heated Steering Wheel	171
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever	171
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	172
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer	173
Windshield Wipers	173
Rainsense™ II Wipers	174
Windshield Washer	175
Rear Window Wiper/Washer	176
Cruise Control	177
Exterior Lamps	180
Headlamps on Reminder	183
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)	184
Automatic Headlamp System	184
Fog Lamps	185
Instrument Panel Brightness	185
Dome Lamps	186
Dome Lamp Override	186
Entry Lighting	186
Exit Lighting	186
Reading Lamps	186
Electric Power Management	187
Battery Run-Down Protection	187
Accessory Power Outlet(s)	188
Ashtray(s) and Cigarette Lighter	189
Analog Clock	189
Climate Controls	190
Dual Automatic Climate Control System	190
Outlet Adjustment	195
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls	195
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators	197
Instrument Panel Cluster	198
Speedometer and Odometer	199
Trip Odometer	199
Tachometer	199
Safety Belt Reminders	199
Airbag Readiness Light	200
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator	201
Charging System Light	203
Brake System Warning Light	204
Antilock Brake System Warning Light	205
StabiliTrak® Indicator Light	205
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage	206
Tire Pressure Light	206
Malfunction Indicator Lamp	207
Oil Pressure Light	210
Security Light	210
Fog Lamp Light	210
Lights On Reminder	211
Cruise Control Light	211
Highbeam On Light	211
Tow/Haul Mode Light	211
Fuel Gage	212
Driver Information Center (DIC)	212
DIC Operation and Displays	213
DIC Warnings and Messages	217
DIC Vehicle Customization	225
Audio System(s)	234
Setting the Clock	235
Radio(s)	236
Using an MP3	254
XM Radio Messages	258
Navigation/Radio System	259
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System	259
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)	268
Theft-Deterrent Feature	270
Audio Steering Wheel Controls	270
Radio Reception	272
Rear Side Window Antenna	273
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System	273
Driving Your Vehicle	275
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle	276
Defensive Driving	276
Drunk Driving	276
Control of a Vehicle	277
Braking	277
Antilock Brake System (ABS)	278
Braking in Emergencies	279
Locking Differential	279
Road Sensing Suspension	280
StabiliTrak® System	280
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System	282
Steering	283
Off-Road Recovery	285
Passing	285
Loss of Control	285
Off-Road Driving	286
Driving at Night	300
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads	301
Before Leaving on a Long Trip	302
Highway Hypnosis	302
Hill and Mountain Roads	303
Winter Driving	304
If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow	307
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out	308
Recovery Hooks	308
Loading Your Vehicle	309
Towing	315
Towing Your Vehicle	315
Recreational Vehicle Towing	316
Autoride®	317
Towing a Trailer	318
Trailer Recommendations	331
Service and Appearance Care	333
Service	335
Accessories and Modifications	335
California Proposition 65 Warning	335
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements	336
Doing Your Own Service Work	336
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle	336
Fuel	337
Gasoline Octane	337
Gasoline Specifications	337
California Fuel	337
Additives	338
Fuels in Foreign Countries	338
Filling the Tank	339
Filling a Portable Fuel Container	342
Checking Things Under the Hood	342
Hood Release	343
Engine Compartment Overview	344
Engine Oil	346
Engine Oil Life System	348
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter	349
Automatic Transmission Fluid	352
Engine Coolant	356
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap	358
Engine Overheating	358
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode	360
Cooling System	361
Engine Fan Noise	365
Power Steering Fluid	366
Windshield Washer Fluid	367
Brakes	368
Battery	371
Jump Starting	372
All-Wheel Drive	377
Rear Axle	378
Front Axle	379
Headlamp Aiming	380
Bulb Replacement	383
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting	383
Back-Up Lamps	383
License Plate Lamp	385
Replacement Bulbs	385
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement	386
Tires	388
Tire Sidewall Labeling	389
Tire Terminology and Definitions	391
Inflation - Tire Pressure	394
High-Speed Operation	395
Tire Pressure Monitor System	396
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation	397
Tire Inspection and Rotation	401
When It Is Time for New Tires	403
Buying New Tires	404
Different Size Tires and Wheels	405
Uniform Tire Quality Grading	406
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance	407
Wheel Replacement	408
Tire Chains	409
If a Tire Goes Flat	410
Changing a Flat Tire	411
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools	412
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire	417
Secondary Latch System	422
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools	426
Spare Tire	430
Appearance Care	430
Interior Cleaning	430
Fabric/Carpet	432
Leather	432
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces	433
Wood Panels	433
Speaker Covers	433
Care of Safety Belts	433
Weatherstrips	433
Washing Your Vehicle	434
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses	434
Finish Care	434
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades	435
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim	436
Tires	437
Sheet Metal Damage	437
Finish Damage	437
Underbody Maintenance	437
Chemical Paint Spotting	437
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials	438
Vehicle Identification	439
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)	439
Service Parts Identification Label	439
Electrical System	440
Add-On Electrical Equipment	440
Windshield Wiper Fuses	440
Power Windows and Other Power Options	440
Fuses and Circuit Breakers	440
Instrument Panel Fuse Block	441
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block	442
Underhood Fuse Block	443
Capacities and Specifications	447
Maintenance Schedule	449
Maintenance Schedule	450
Introduction	450
Maintenance Requirements	450
Your Vehicle and the Environment	450
Using the Maintenance Schedule	450
Scheduled Maintenance	452
Additional Required Services	454
Maintenance Footnotes	455
Owner Checks and Services	457
At Each Fuel Fill	457
At Least Once a Month	458
At Least Once a Year	458
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants	461
Maintenance Replacement Parts	463
Engine Drive Belt Routing	464
Maintenance Record	465
Customer Assistance Information	469
Customer Assistance and Information	470
Customer Satisfaction Procedure	470
Online Owner Center	472
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users	473
Customer Assistance Offices	473
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program	474
Roadside Service	474
Scheduling Service Appointments	476
Courtesy Transportation	477
Collision Damage Repair	478
Reporting Safety Defects	481
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government	481
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government	481
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors	482
Service Publications Ordering Information	482
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy	483
Event Data Recorders	484
OnStar®	485
Navigation System	485
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)	485

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