2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV Owner's Manual
2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV Manual
2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV manual content summary:
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2009 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-3 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-30 Child Restraints ...1-52 Airbag System ...1-79 Restraint System Check ...1-95 ...2-1 Features and Controls Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 2
fication ...6-104 Electrical System ...6-105 Capacities and Specifications ...6-113 Maintenance Schedule ...7-1 Maintenance Schedule ...7-2 Customer Assistance Information ...8-1 Customer Assistance and Information ...8-2 Reporting Safety Defects ...8-14 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...8-16 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 3
, the 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. GM reserves the right to make changes after that time without notice. For vehicles first sold in Canada - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 4
damage your vehicle. Many times, this damage would not be covered by the vehicle's warranty, and it could be costly. The notice tells owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 5
the vehicle and what they mean. For more information on the symbol, refer to the index. .: +: j: *: :: g: }: /: >: 7: F: M: Fuel Gage Fuses Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer i: Wheel Controls or OnStar® Brake System Warning Light Charging System Cruise Control Engine Coolant Temperature Exterior - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 6
✍ NOTES vi - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 7
? ...1-86 Passenger Sensing System ...1-87 Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Crash ...1-96 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-3 Power Seats ...1-3 Power Lumbar ...1-4 Heated Seats ...1-5 Heated and Cooled Seats ...1-6 Memory Features Belt ...1-43 Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy ...1-50 Lap Belt - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 8
: With head restraints that are not installed and adjusted properly, there is a greater chance that occupants will suffer a neck/spinal injury in a crash. Do not drive until the head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 9
to make sure that it is locked in place. The head restraints are not designed to be removed. The vehicle may also be equipped with manually tilting head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The rear seat has head rests that can be adjusted up and down. Driver Seat with Power - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 10
a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled. See Memory Features on page 1-7. The controls used to operate the power lumbar feature are located on the outboard side of the seats. • To increase lumbar support, press and hold the front of the control. • To decrease lumbar - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 11
support. Your vehicle has a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled. See Memory Features on page 1-7 for more information Heated Seats If the front seats have the heated seat feature, the buttons used to control this feature are located on the climate control panel. z ( - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 12
medium, and one for low. The heated and cooled seats will be canceled after the ignition is turned off. If you want to use the heated and cooled seat feature after you restart your vehicle, you will need to press the appropriate seat button again. { (Cooled Seat): To cool the entire seat - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 13
desired driving position. The seat, outside mirrors, steering wheel position, use the remote keyless entry transmitter to enter your vehicle and the remote recall memory feature is on, automatic seat, mirror, steering wheel Pedal on page 2-27 for more information. Not all mirrors will have the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 14
Vehicle Customization on page 3-65 for more information. Further programming for the memory seat feature can be done using the DIC. You can select the automatic easy exit seat feature or the remote memory seat recall feature. For programming information, see DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-65 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 15
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 injuries. The lap belt cannot do its job either. In vehicle has a memory function which allows seat settings to be saved and recalled. See Memory Features on page 1-7. 1-9 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 16
armrest and cupholder/storage area for the driver and passenger when the center seat is not used. Do not use it as a seating position when the seatback is the feature. Rear Seats Heated Seats The rear outboard seats have the heated seat feature. The buttons used to control this feature are located - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 17
exit to the third row seats, if your vehicle has them. These seats will have either the manual fold and tumble feature or the automatic seat release fold and tumble feature. Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s) To fold and tumble the seat, do the following: 1. Make sure - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 18
3. Lift the same lever again to release the rear of the seat from the floor. The seat will tumble forward. The seatback will fold forward automatically. Leaving the seatback in this position creates a flat load floor. If the seatback cannot fold flat, try moving the front seat forward and/or put the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 19
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 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 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 20
and Tumbling the Seat(s) from the Third Row Seats { CAUTION: Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 21
The transmission must be in (P) Park for this feature to work. 2. From the front seats, press one of the automatic seat release buttons located on the overhead console. Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s) { CAUTION: - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 22
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 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 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 23
: Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating These seats will have either the manual fold and tumble feature or the automatic seat release fold and tumble - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 24
seatback and the seatback will return to the upright position. { CAUTION: If either 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 seatbacks to be sure they are locked. 2. Push and pull - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s) To fold and tumble the seat, do the following: 1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front of, or - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 26
raised if the seat is not latched to the floor. { CAUTION: If either 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 seatbacks to be sure they are locked. 2. Lift the seatback - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 27
and Tumbling the Seat(s) from the Third Row Seats { CAUTION: Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 28
The transmission must be in (P) Park for this feature to work. 2. From the front seats, press one of the automatic seat release buttons located on the overhead console. Folding and Tumbling the Seat(s) { CAUTION: - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 29
raised if the seat is not latched to the floor. { CAUTION: If either 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 seatbacks to be sure they are locked. 2. Lift the seatback - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 30
button located on the panel behind the rear doors. { CAUTION: Using the third row seating position while the second row is folded, or folded and tumbled, could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 31
Third Row Seat If the vehicle has a third row seat, the seatback(s) can be folded and the entire seat can be tumbled, or removed from the vehicle. Folding the Seatback(s) To fold the seatback, do the following: 1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat. 2. Remove all items on the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 32
in front of, or on the seat. 3. Fold the seatbacks forward using the instructions previously listed under "Folding the Seatbacks". You will not be able 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 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 33
in this position only when necessary for additional cargo space. { CAUTION: If either 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 seatbacks to be sure they are locked. 6. Push and pull - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 34
to access the controls for the seat. 2. Fold the seatback forward using the instructions listed under "Folding the Seatbacks" previously. The seat cannot be removed out of the vehicle. There is a track in the floor to guide the seat wheels out of the vehicle. 4. Push and pull on the seat to make - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 35
make sure it is locked. { 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 that the safety belts are - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 36
of the manual describes how to use safety belts many of them, people who buckle up can survive and sometimes walk away. Without safety belts, they could have been badly hurt or killed. { CAUTION: Do not let anyone ride where a safety belt cannot be worn properly. In a crash, if you or your passenger - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 37
After more than 40 years of safety belts in vehicles, the facts are clear. In most crashes buckling up does matter...a lot! Why Safety Belts Work When you ride in or on anything, you go as fast as it goes. Put someone on it. Take the simplest vehicle. Suppose it is just a seat on wheels. 1-31 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 38
Get it up to speed. Then stop the vehicle. The rider does not stop. The person keeps going until stopped by something. In a real vehicle, it could be the windshield... 1-32 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 39
or the instrument panel... or the safety belts! With safety belts, you slow down as the vehicle does. You get more time to stop. You stop over more distance, and your strongest bones take the forces. That is why safety belts make such good sense. 1-33 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 40
driver, and I never drive far from home, why should I wear safety belts? Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? A: You may be an excellent driver, but if you are in a crash - even one that is not your fault - you and your passenger(s) can be hurt. Being - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 41
who are not buckled up can be thrown out of the vehicle in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. First, before you or your passenger(s) wear a safety belt, there is important information you should know. Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 42
Q: What is wrong with this? { CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt 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 snugly against your body. A: The shoulder belt is too loose. It - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 43
Q: What is wrong with this? { CAUTION: You can be seriously hurt if your lap belt is too loose. In a crash, you could slide under the lap belt and apply force on your abdomen. This could cause serious or even fatal injuries. The lap belt should - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 44
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 on the pelvic bones. This could cause serious internal injuries. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 45
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 on the abdomen, not on the pelvic bones, and that could cause - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 46
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 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 47
Q: What is wrong with this? { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, you would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. Your body could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury. You - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 48
Q: What is wrong with this? { CAUTION: You can be seriously injured by a twisted belt. In a crash, you would not have the full width of the belt to spread impact forces. If a belt is twisted, make it straight so it can work - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 49
cinching latch plates. Use the following pictures to determine the latch plate style: Cinching Latch Plate The following instructions explain how to wear shoulder portion of a passenger belt with a free-falling latch plate is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature may be engaged. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 50
the child restraint locking feature in the right front seating position may affect the passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-87 for more information. If the belt Belt Height Adjustment" later in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 1-44 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 51
5. To make the lap part tight, pull up on the shoulder belt. It may be necessary to pull stitching on the safety belt through the latch plate to fully tighten the lap belt on smaller occupants. To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt should return to its stowed position. Before - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 52
shoulder belt height adjuster for the driver and right front passenger positions. Adjust the height so that the shoulder portion of Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash on page 1-96. The adjuster can be moved up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After the adjuster is set to - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 53
children who have outgrown booster seats and for some adults. When installed on a shoulder belt, the comfort guide positions the belt away from the neck and head. There is one guide for each outside passenger position in the second row seat and the third row, if the vehicle has one. Here is how - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 54
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 elastic cord must be under the belt and the guide on top. 1-48 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 55
not properly worn may not provide the protection needed in a crash. The person wearing the belt could be seriously injured. store the comfort guide, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide. Slide the guide into its storage clip on the interior body or - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 56
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. When a safety belt is worn properly, it is more likely that the fetus will not be hurt in a crash. For pregnant women, as for anyone, the key to making safety belts effective is wearing them properly. 1-50 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 57
for the seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child seats. To wear it, attach it to the regular safety belt. For more information, see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. To make the belt shorter, pull its free end as - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 58
Child Restraints Older Children The manufacturer's instructions that come with the booster seat, state the weight and height limitations for that booster. Use a booster seat with a lap-shoulder belt until the child passes the below fit test: • Sit all the way back on the seat. Do the knees bend at - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 59
cause severe or even fatal internal injuries in a crash. Also see "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 1-43. a crash, children who are not buckled up can strike other people who are buckled up, or can be thrown out of the vehicle. Older children need to use safety - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 60
wear the safety belt with the shoulder belt behind their back. A child can be seriously injured by not wearing the lap-shoulder belt properly. In a crash, the child would not be restrained by the shoulder belt. The child could move too far forward increasing the chance of head and neck injury - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 61
! This includes infants and all other children. Neither the distance traveled nor the age and size of the traveler changes the need, for everyone, to use safety restraints. In fact, the law in every state in the United States and in every Canadian province says children up to some age must - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 62
{ CAUTION: Never do this. Never hold an infant or a child while riding in a vehicle. Due to crash forces, an infant or a child will become so heavy it is not possible to hold it during a crash. For example, in a crash at only 40 km/h (25 mph), a 5.5 kg (12 lb) infant will suddenly become a 110 kg - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 63
secure a forward-facing child restraint in a rear seat. If you must secure a forward-facing child restraint in the right front seat, always move the front passenger seat as far back as it will go. 1-57 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 64
be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer's instructions that come with the restraint state the weight and height limitations for a particular child restraint - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 65
it should. Instead, it may settle up around the child's abdomen. In a crash, the belt would apply force on a body area that is unprotected by any bony infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the infant positioned in the restraint. A forward-facing child - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 66
or killed in a crash if the child restraint is not properly secured in the vehicle. Secure the child restraint properly in the vehicle using the vehicle's safety belt or LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual. A booster seat - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 67
this manual. The child restraint instructions are using safety belts. Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint { CAUTION: A child can be seriously injured or killed in a crash if the child is not properly secured in the child restraint. Secure the child properly following the instructions - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 68
injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the passenger airbag inflates and the passenger seat is in a forward position. CAUTION: (Continued) Even if the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger front passenger seat as far back as it will - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 69
driving or in a crash. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. The LATCH system uses 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 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 70
connects to the top tether anchor in the vehicle in order to reduce the forward movement and rotation of the child restraint during driving or in a crash. Your child restraint may have a single tether (A) or a dual tether (C). Either will have a single attachment (B) to secure the top tether to the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 71
are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 72
For models with a three passenger third row seat, see the information following for installing a child restraint with a top tether in the third row, if your vehicle has one. Never install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor. For models with 60/40 second row seating, the rear right side - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 73
where the child restraint will be placed. Third Row Seat - Three Passenger For vehicles with a three passenger third row seat, there is one top tether anchor located at the bottom rear of the seat cushion that can be used for either the third row center or driver side seating position. Never - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 74
additional information. crash, the child could be seriously injured or killed. Install a LATCH-type child restraint properly using the anchors, or use the vehicle's safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 75
safety belts. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired restraint instructions and the following instructions: If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 76
dual tether, route the tether over the seatback. If the position you are using has an adjustable headrest or head restraint and you are using a single tether, raise the headrest or head restraint and route the tether under the headrest or head restraint and in between the headrest or head - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 77
. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. If the child restraint does not have the LATCH system, you will be using the safety belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Be sure to follow the instructions that came - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 78
has a third row, the lap-shoulder belts have either free-falling or cinching latch plates. Use the following pictures to determine the latch plate style: Cinching Latch Plate 1. Put the child or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. Free-Falling Latch Plate 1-72 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 79
For third row seating positions, with cinching latch plates, tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the safety belt could be quickly unbuckled if necessary. 1-73 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 80
4. For passenger seating positions with a lap-shoulder belt and a free-falling latch plate, pull the rest of the shoulder belt all the way out of the retractor to set the lock. When installing a child restraint using a lap-shoulder belt and a cinching latch plate, skip Step 4 and proceed to Step 5. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 81
6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) on page 1-63 for more information. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be sure it is - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 82
which is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. See Passenger Sensing System on page 1-87 and Passenger Airbag Status Indicator on page 3-37 for more information, including important safety information. A label on the sun visor says, "Never put a rear - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 83
that the top strap must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. You will be using the lap-shoulder belt to secure the child restraint in this position. Follow the instructions that came with the child restraint - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 84
lap portion of the belt and feed the shoulder belt back into the retractor. When installing a forward-facing child restraint, it may be helpful to use your knee to push down on the child restraint as you tighten the belt. 7. Push and pull the child restraint in different directions to be - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 85
On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint" under Passenger Sensing System on page 1-87 for more information. To remove the child restraint, unbuckle the vehicle the middle part of the steering wheel for the driver and on the instrument panel for the right front passenger. With roof-rail airbags, the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 86
leaning forward. Safety belts help keep you in position before and during a crash. Always wear your safety belt, even with airbags. The driver should sit -rail airbags. { CAUTION: You can be severely injured or killed in a crash if you are not wearing your safety belt - even if you have airbags. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 87
1-55. 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 3-36 for more information. Where Are the Airbags? There is an airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 88
Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar The right front passenger's frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger's side. The roof-rail airbags for the driver, right front passenger, and second row outboard passengers are in the ceiling above the side windows. 1-82 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 89
and an airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Never secure anything to will be blocked. Driver Side shown, Passenger Side similar If your vehicle has roof-rail airbags and a third row passenger seat, the airbags are located in - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 90
passenger's head and chest. However, they are only designed to inflate if the impact exceeds a predetermined deployment threshold. Deployment thresholds are used to predict how severe a crash 's seat. The seat position sensor provides information that is used to determine if the airbags should deploy - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 91
impact. In any particular crash, no one can say of what the repair costs were. For frontal airbags airbags would not help in many types of collisions, primarily on page 1-84 for more information. Airbags should never be regarded are located inside the steering wheel and instrument panel. For - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 92
air. This dust could cause breathing problems for people with a history of asthma or other breathing trouble. To avoid this, everyone in the problems following an airbag deployment, you should seek medical attention. The vehicle has a feature that may automatically unlock the doors, turn the interior - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 93
new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for the vehicle covers the need to replace other parts. • The vehicle has a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information after a crash. See Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy on page 8-16 and Event - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 94
seat in the correct child restraint for their weight and size. We recommend that children be a booster seat; and children, who are large enough, using safety belts. A label on the sun visor says, " be seriously injured or killed if the right front passenger airbag inflates. This is because the back - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 95
whether or not there is an airbag for that person. • Or, if there is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. When the passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger frontal airbag, the off indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 96
is not trapped under the vehicle head restraint. If this happens, adjust the head restraint. See Head Restraints on page 1-2. 6. Restart the vehicle. The passenger sensing system may or may not turn off the airbag for a child in a child restraint depending upon the child's seating posture and body - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 97
If the Off Indicator is Lit for an Adult-Size Occupant If this happens, use the following steps to allow the system to detect that person and enable the right front passenger frontal airbag: 1. Turn the vehicle off. 2. Remove any additional material from the seat, such as blankets, cushions, seat - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 98
Restraints" in the Index for additional information about the importance of proper restraint use. If the shoulder portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature will be engaged. This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag off - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 99
system in several places around the vehicle. Your dealer/retailer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 8-15. { CAUTION: For up to 10 seconds after the ignition - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 100
, steering wheel, instrument passenger sensing system for the right front passenger position, which includes sensors that are part of the passenger seat. The passenger manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure on page 8-2. In addition, your dealer/retailer and the service manual have information - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 101
repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn information. Keep safety belts clean and dry. See Care of Safety Belts on page 6-100. Airbags The airbag system does not need regularly scheduled maintenance service. 1-95 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 102
light stays on after the vehicle is started, or while you are driving. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 3-36. { CAUTION: A crash can damage the restraint systems in your vehicle. A damaged restraint system may not properly protect the person using it, resulting in serious injury or even death in - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 103
Section 2 Features and Controls Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-24 New Vehicle Break-In ...2-24 Ignition Positions ...2-25 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...2-26 Starting the Engine ...2-26 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...2-27 Engine Coolant Heater ...2-28 Automatic Transmission - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 104
Section 2 Features and Controls Storage Areas ...2-62 Glove Box ...2-62 Cupholders ...2-62 Center Console Storage ...2-63 Assist Handles ...2-63 Garment Hooks ...2-63 Luggage Carrier ...2-64 Rear Storage - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 105
with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly not leave the keys in a vehicle with children. The key can be used for the ignition and door locks. See your dealer/retailer if a replacement key Service. See Roadside Service on page 8-7 for more information. 2-3 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 106
frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation cations to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. If there is a decrease in - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 107
lock all the doors. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the turn signal lamps flash once again within three seconds, all remaining doors unlock. The interior lamps may come on and stay on for 20 seconds If enabled through the DIC, the exterior lights turn on briefly if it is dark - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 108
this feature, press / to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-8 for additional information. Remote Key" under DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-48 for instructions on how to match RKE transmitters to the vehicle. m (Liftglass): - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 109
REMOTE KEY" under DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-56 for additional information. Notice: When replacing the battery, do not touch any of the thin object inserted into the notch, located above the metal base. 2. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 3. Insert the new battery, positive - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 110
manually turn the heated seats on and off. See Heated Seats on page 1-5 for additional information. Laws in some communities may restrict the use use the remote start feature if your vehicle is low on fuel. Your vehicle may run out of fuel. If your vehicle has the remote start feature the engine off - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 111
and turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. To manually shut off a remote start, do any of the following: The additional ten minutes are considered a second remote vehicle start. After your vehicles engine has been started two times using the remote vehicle start button, or a single remote - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 112
button on the RKE transmitter twice will override the delayed locking feature and immediately lock all the doors. This feature will not operate if the key is in the ignition. You can program this feature using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DELAY DOOR LOCK under DIC Vehicle Customization - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 113
feature through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-65 for more information Unlock the door by lifting the rear door manual lock, using the power door lock switch, or the Remote door security locks. These prevent passengers from opening the rear doors from - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 114
Lockout Protection This feature protects you the doors will lock and then the front passenger's door will unlock. Liftgate/Liftglass { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to drive with the liftglass or liftgate open because carbon monoxide power liftgate function. See Engine Exhaust on page 2-38. 2-12 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 115
Liftgate on page 2-14 for more information on how to use the power liftgate. To unlock the liftgate, use the power door lock switch or liftglass still will not function, your vehicle should be taken to a dealership for service. On vehicles with a liftglass, press the button on the underside of the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 116
PARK (P) to use the power liftgate feature. { CAUTION: Exhaust function. For more information about carbon monoxide, see Engine Exhaust on page 2-38 . 2-14 & : Press the top of the button to open or close the power liftgate. OFF: Press the bottom of the button for manual - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 117
open the liftgate and the liftgate support struts have lost pressure, the lights will flash and a chime will sound. The liftgate will stay open temporarily, then slowly close. See your dealer/retailer for service before using the liftgate. Obstacle Detection Features If the liftgate encounters an - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 118
drive with the liftgate open, however, if you must drive with the liftgate open, the liftgate should be set to manual be taken to a dealer/ retailer for service. 2-16 Power Assist Steps Your vehicle may assist steps to extend or retract. The switch used to disable the power assist steps is located - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 119
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 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 120
: Leaving children in a vehicle with the keys is dangerous for many reasons, children or others could be badly injured or even killed has Retained Accessory Power (RAP) that allows you to use the power windows once the ignition has been turned off. For more information, see Retained Accessory Power ( - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 121
, the express mode is re-activated. In this mode, the window can still close on an object in its path. Use care when using the override mode. Express Window Anti-Pinch Feature If any object is in the path of the window when the express-up is active, the window will stop at - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 122
With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active, feature is in use. The rear windows still can be raised or lowered using the driver window switches when the lockout feature side-to-side to cover the driver or passenger side of the front window. Swing the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 123
vehicle's key or the manual door lock. It activates only if you use the power door lock switch switch. The security light will come on to inform the driver the system is arming. If a door is open light will flash. If the delayed locking feature is turned on, the theft-deterrent system will - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 124
Testing the Alarm To test in through the window, unlock the door with the manual door lock and open the door. This should Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada. This device complies with Part 15 authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. PASS-Key III+ uses a - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 125
ACCESSORY or START from the LOCK/OFF position. You do not have to manually arm or disarm the system. The security light will come on if there is a problem Breakers on page 6-106. If the engine still does not start with the other key, your vehicle needs service. If your vehicle does start, the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 126
start the engine. If the engine will not start, see your dealer/retailer for service. 3. After the engine has started, the first 500 miles (805 km). • Do not drive at any one constant speed, fast or slow, for the information. Following break-in, engine speed and load can be gradually increased. 2-24 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 127
turned off center. If this happens, move the steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to ACC/ACCESSORY. If this doesn't work, then the vehicle needs service. If you leave the key in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN position with the engine off, the battery could be drained. You may not - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 128
) These features work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. Once the Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The engine will not start in any other position. To restart the engine when the vehicle is are already moving, use - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 129
body. Before you start driving, fully press the brake pedal to confirm the adjustment is right for you. While driving, make only small adjustments. The vehicle has a memory function which allows the pedal positions to be saved and recalled. See Memory Features on page 1-7 for more information. 2-27 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 130
coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below 0°F (− 18°C). Vehicles with an engine heater should be plugged in at least four hours before starting. An internal thermostat in the plug-end of the cord may exist which - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 131
Operation If the vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. The vehicle has a Hydra-Matic® 6L80 on page 5-44. P (Park): This position locks the rear wheels. It is the best position to use when you start the engine because the vehicle cannot move easily. 2-29 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 132
In this position, the engine does not connect with the wheels. To restart when you are already moving, use N (Neutral) only. Also, use N (Neutral) when the engine is not running at high speed when shifting the vehicle. D (Drive): This position is for normal driving. It provides the best fuel economy - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 133
hill, use the brakes to hold the vehicle in place. The vehicle has a shift stabilization feature that adjusts the transmission shifting to the current driving conditions gear shifting may be delayed providing more stable shifts until the engine warms up. Shifts may be more noticeable with a cold transmission. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 134
Shift Control (DSC) To use this feature, do the following: 1. Move the shift lever to the M (Manual Mode). 2. Press the plus/minus button, to upshift or downshift selecting the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. The DIC display will show the message MANUAL SHIFT on the first - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 135
The tow/haul mode works with the Autoride® feature, if the vehicle has this, to enhance the information on the Range Selection Mode. Grade Braking assists in maintaining desired vehicle speeds when driving on downhill grades by automatically implementing a shift schedule that utilizes the engine - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 136
Cruise Grade Braking Cruise Grade Braking assists when driving on a downhill grade. It maintains vehicle speed by automatically implementing a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehicle. Cruise Grade Braking operates while Cruise Control is engaged in Tow/Haul mode - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 137
premature wear or damage to brake system parts. Make sure that the parking brake is fully released and the brake warning light is off before driving. To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down, then push down momentarily on the parking brake pedal until you feel the pedal - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 138
the vehicle will not move, even when you are on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you are pulling a trailer, see Towing a Trailer (Park). { CAUTION: It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 139
properly, the weight of the 2-36. When you are ready to drive, move the shift lever out of P 6-40 for more information. To shift out of P (Park) use the following: 1. still having a problem shifting, then have the vehicle serviced soon. Shifting ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal is applied. 2-37 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 140
unusual fumes are detected or if it is suspected that exhaust is coming into the vehicle: • Drive it only with the windows completely down. • Have the vehicle repaired immediately. Never park the vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 141
to park with the engine running. But if you not leave the vehicle when the engine is running unless you have to. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 142
High-Beam Headlamp Control System" under Exterior Lamps on page 3-16. For more information on OnStar®, see OnStar® System on page 2-52. Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 143
3-65 for more information. • The mirrors are accidentally obstructed while folding. • They are accidentally manually folded/unfolded. • The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position. • The mirrors vibrate at normal driving speeds. Fold and unfold the mirrors one time using the mirror controls - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 144
under Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 3-27 for more information. Press to heat the { CAUTION: The Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist the vehicle • children, pedestrians, bicyclists, or pets. If you do not use proper care before and while backing; vehicle damage, injury, or death could - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 145
The display is located near the passenger side rear window and can be seen by looking over in 23 in 1 ft Metric 2.5 m 1.0 m 0.6 m 0.3 m URPA uses three color-coded lights to provide distance and system information. How the System Works URPA comes on automatically when the shift lever is moved into - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 146
using the system. The SBZA system operates on a radio frequency subject to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Rules and with Industry Canada , ice and slush. For cleaning instructions, see Washing Your Vehicle on page out of the liftgate during the last drive cycle, the red light may illuminate - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 147
Before making a lane change, always check the SBZA display, check the outside and rearview mirrors, look over your shoulder for vehicles and hazards, and use the turn signal. SBZA Detection Zones The SBZA sensor covers a zone of approximately one lane over from both sides of the vehicle, 11 ft. or - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 148
Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 3-47 for more information. If the SBZA is disabled by the driver, the SBZA mirror displays will not light up during normal driving are in the blind zone, the system may need service. Take the vehicle to your dealer/retailer. SBZA - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 149
rainstorms. For cleaning instructions, see Washing back on using the DIC SERVICE SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT SYSTEM: If this message appears, both SBZA displays will remain on indicating there is a problem with the SBZA system. If these displays remain on after continued driving, the system needs service - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 150
system. Read this entire section before using it. The rear vision camera system is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying a view of the area behind the vehicle. When the driver shifts the vehicle into R (Reverse), the video image automatically appears on the navigation screen - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 151
hard key while the rear vision camera image is on the display. Any adjustments made may have a feature that lets the driver view symbols on the navigation screen while using the rear vision Service Rear Vision Camera System: This message can display when the system is not receiving information - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 152
system is not receiving information it requires from other vehicle systems. If any other problem occurs or if a problem persists, see your dealer vehicle. The image is provided by the camera located above the license plate. The camera uses a special lens. The distance of the image that appears on - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 153
When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly The rear vision camera system might not work properly or display a clear image if: • The RVC is turned off. See "Turning the Rear Camera System On or Off" earlier in this section. • It is dark. • The sun or - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 154
OnStar button to speak with an OnStar advisor 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. OnStar uses several innovative technologies and live advisors to provide a wide range of safety, security, information, and convenience services. If the airbags deploy, the system is designed to make an automatic call to - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 155
advisor locate a business or address and download driving directions to the vehicle. Voice-guided directions to the desired destination will play through the audio system speakers. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information. OnStar Services Included with Directions & Connections Plan • All - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 156
-Free Calling. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-115 for more information. On some vehicles, the mute button can be used to dial numbers into voice mail systems, or to dial phone extensions. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information. How OnStar Service Works The OnStar system can - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 157
is active. This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Universal Home Remote System The instructions below. 2-55 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 158
systems, and home automation devices. Do not use this system with any garage door opener that does not have the stop and reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 159
function button in Step 3 than what was used for the garage door opener. If these instructions do not work, the garage door opener is hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit and may be a colored button. Press this button. After pressing this button, complete the following steps in - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 160
head unit) could also have a row of dip switches that can be used when programming the Universal Home Remote. If the total number of switches on the held transmitter are different, or if the dip switch settings are different, use the dip switch settings on the motor head unit to program the Universal - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 161
2. Write down the eight to 12 switch settings from left to right as follows: • When a switch is in the up position, write "Left." • When a switch is in the down position, write "Right." • If a switch is set between the up and down position, write "Middle." The switch settings written down in Step - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 162
lights will turn on. 6. Press and hold the button that will be used to control the garage door until the garage door moves. The indicator light device, repeat Steps 1-8, choosing a different button in Step 6 than what was used for the garage door opener. • If you wrote "Left," press the left - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 163
Using Universal Home The codes from all buttons will be erased. For help or information on the Universal Home Remote System, call the customer assistance phone of the three buttons can be reprogrammed by repeating the instructions. Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons The programmed buttons should - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 164
located in the center console for the front passengers. Press down on the access door release to open and use the front cupholders. Push the door back down door. To set to cool mode, press and release the button the i shows blue. Press and release again to turn it off. To set to heat mode, press - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 165
at the front of the console lid. The console may have an accessory power outlet inside. See Accessory Power Outlet(s) on page 3-25. The rear of the console also has a cupholder that swings down for the rear seat passengers to use. Assist Handles Pull down on the lid to access the cupholders in - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 166
when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see wheels (behind the rear side door on extended models). If needed, cut a piece of 3/8 inch plywood to fit inside the crossrails and siderails to spread the load. If plywood is used, tie it to the siderail supports - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 167
the top up to open the compartment. Manual-Open/Manual-Close: To open the sunroof press and hold but can also be opened manually. The sunroof has a comfort stop feature which stops the sunroof ignition needs to be turned to ON/RUN, or Retained Accessory Power (RAP) must be active. When RAP is active - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 168
Vent: The sunroof has an express-vent open feature. From the closed position, press the rear of the passenger's side switch to vent the sunroof. To "Manual-Close" or "Express-Close" functions described previously. Do not keep the sunroof open for long periods of time while the vehicle is not in use. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 169
Passenger Wheel ...3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer ...3-8 Flash-to-Pass ...3-9 Windshield Wipers ...3-9 Rainsense™ II Wipers ...3-10 Windshield Washer ...3-11 Rear Window Wiper/Washer ...3-12 Cruise Control ...3-13 Exterior - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 170
Bluetooth® ...3-75 Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System (Overhead) ...3-87 Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System (Headrest DVD) ...3-97 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) ...3-113 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3-115 Audio Steering Wheel Haul Mode Light ...3-46 Fuel Gage ...3-46 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-47 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 171
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Instrument Panel Overview United States version shown; Canada similar. 3-4 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 173
(URPA) on page 2-42. Tilt Wheel on page 3-6. Exterior Lamps on page 3-16. M. Dome Lamp Override on page 3-23. Instrument Panel Brightness on page 3-23. Fog Lamps on page 3-22. N. Automatic Transfer Case Control. See Escalade Two-Mode Hybrid Supplement for more information. O. Cruise Control on page - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 174
and off. This warns others that you are having trouble. Press again to turn the flashers off. wheel up or down. To set the memory position, see Memory Features on page 1-7. Heated Steering Wheel For vehicles with a heated steering wheel, the button for this feature is located on the steering wheel - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 175
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever N: L: 5: Z: =: Windshield Wipers Windshield Washer Rear Wiper Delay Rear Wiper Rear Wiper Wash Flash-to-Pass Feature. Information for these features is on the pages following. The lever on the left side of the steering column includes the following: G: 5: Turn - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 176
3/4 of a mile (1.2 km), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON will also appear in the Driver Information Control (DIC). To turn the chime and message off, move the turn signal lever to the off position. Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer Move the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 177
feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass. It works even if the headlamps are in the automatic position. To use see and drive safely. If the blades do become damaged, install new blades or blade inserts. For more information, see Windshield - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 178
on the windshield and automatically turn on the wipers. To turn on the Rainsense™ feature, the wipers must be set to one of the five delay settings. Each of , it is recommended that the mid-range setting, position three, be used initially. For more wipes, select the higher settings; for fewer wipes - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 179
Washer _ (Heated Windshield Washer): { CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. For vehicles with this feature, the button is located in the switchbank under the climate - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 180
Window Wiper/Washer 9 (Off): Turns the wiper off. Turns on the rear wiper delay. 5 (Rear Wiper Delay): { CAUTION: In freezing weather, do not use your washer until the windshield is warmed. Otherwise the washer fluid can form ice on the windshield, blocking your vision. The rear wiper control is - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 181
Cruise control can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at a steady speed. So, do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in , fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. With cruise control, - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 182
buttons are located on left side of the steering wheel. If you leave your cruise control on when you are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go and even lose control. Keep the cruise control switch off until you want to use cruise control. 1. Press the T (On/Off): Turns the system on or - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 183
. The vehicle returns to the previously set speed and stays there. Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control To reduce the vehicle speed while using cruise control: • Press and hold the SET- button on the steering wheel until the desired lower speed is reached, then release it. • To slow down in - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 184
Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control will work on hills the brakes are applied the cruise control turns off. Exterior Lamps The exterior lamps control is located on the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Ending Cruise Control There are three ways to end cruise - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 185
The exterior lamps control has four positions: 9 (Off): Turns off the automatic headlamps and daytime running lamps (DRL). Turning the headlamp control to the off position again will turn the automatic headlamps or DRL back on. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off position only works when the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 186
enabled. ® Driving with IntelliBeam® IntelliBeam® will only activate your high-beams when driving over 20 To enable the IntelliBeam® system, turn the exterior lamp control to AUTO, with the turn If IntelliBeam® was using low-beams prior to this action, the IntelliBeam® feature will be temporarily - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 187
headlamps and taillamps. • The others vehicle's lamp(s) are missing, damaged, obstructed from view or otherwise undetected. • You are driving on winding or hilly roads. You may need to manually disable or cancel the high-beam headlamps by turning the low-beam headlamps on, if any of the above - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 188
Sensor The light sensor is located on the inside of the vehicle in front of the inside rearview mirror. Clean the light sensor window, periodically, using glass cleaner on a soft cloth. Gently wipe the sensor window. Do not spray glass cleaner directly on the surface of the sensor window. 3-20 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 189
the DRL lamps, turn the exterior lamps control to the OFF position and then release. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the transmission must be in the ignition is on. The system may also turn on the headlamps when driving through a parking garage, heavy overcast weather, or a tunnel. This is normal - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 190
that driving under feature can be programmed using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See DIC Vehicle Customization on page 3-65. The regular headlamp system can be turned on when needed. Fog Lamps For vehicles with fog lamps, the control is located next to the exterior - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 191
Panel Brightness This feature controls the brightness of the instrument panel lights and is located next to the exterior lamp control. Push the dome lamps remain on whether a door is opened or closed. Exit Lighting The interior lamps come on when the key is removed from the ignition. They turn off - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 192
control fan at high speed, heated seats, engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into accessory power outlets. EPM works to prevent excessive display on the Driver Information Center (DIC), you may see the voltage move up or down. This is normal. If there is a problem, an alert will be - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 193
not in use, always cover the accessory power outlet with the protective cap. Certain power accessory plugs may not be compatible to the accessory power outlet and could result in blown adapter or vehicle fuses. If you experience a problem, see your dealer/retailer for additional information on the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 194
cupholders, if the vehicle has them. Press on the access door to open it and use the ashtray and lighter. Notice: If papers, pins, or other flammable items are console. Slide it back in and push down to be sure it is secure. To use the cigarette lighter, push it in all the way, and let go. When it is - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 195
, the AUTO button, driver's side temperature knob, or the air conditioning button to turn the system on when it is off. Driver and Passenger Side Temperature Knob The driver and passenger side temperature knobs are used to adjust the temperature of the air coming through the system on the driver or - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 196
minutes for the system to regulate. Use the driver or passenger temperature buttons to adjust the temperature the windshield. This sensor regulates air temperature based on sun load and also turns on is available. The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature. Pressing the fan - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 197
will turn the system on. Pressing either arrow while using automatic operation will place the fan in manual operation. The fan setting will display and the recirculation mode cannot be selected while in the defrost mode. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear. Press to change the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 198
water might drip under the vehicle while idling or after turning off the engine. This is normal. @ (Recirculation): Press to turn the recirculation mode vehicle. It can be used to help prevent outside air and odors from entering the vehicle. The recirculation mode cannot be used with floor, defog, - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 199
automatically turns off after it has been activated. The defogger can also be turned off by turning off the engine. Do not drive the vehicle until all the windows are clear. Notice: Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere anything to the defogger - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 200
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating System and Electronic Climate Controls For vehicles with the rear heat and air conditioning controls, they are integrated with the rear seat audio controls located in the center console. The system can be controlled from the front controls as well as the rear - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 201
driving, or when one of the gages shows there may be a problem, check the section that explains what to do. Follow this manual's advice. Waiting to do repairs can be costly and even dangerous. Manual adjust the temperature of the air flowing into the passenger area. Press the + button for warmer air - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 202
Instrument Panel Cluster The instrument panel cluster is designed to let show how the vehicle is running. It shows how fast the vehicle is going, about how much fuel the vehicle has and many other things needed to drive safely and economically. United States version shown, Canada similar. 3-34 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 203
under DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-48 for more information. The odometer mileage can be checked while the vehicle is not running. Simply press be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer. Safety Belt Reminders Safety Belt Reminder Light When the engine is started, a chime sounds - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 204
wiring and the crash sensing and diagnostic module. For more information on the airbag system, see Airbag System on page 1-79. The airbag readiness light flashes for a few seconds when the engine is started. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed immediately. If the passenger safety belt - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 205
flate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away. If there is a problem with the airbag system, an airbag Driver Information Center (DIC) message can also come on. See DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-56 for more information. The vehicle has the passenger sensing - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 206
passenger sensing system has turned off the right front passenger serviced by your dealer/retailer. The light should go out once the engine starts. If it stays on, or comes on while driving, there could be a problem with the charging system. A charging system message in the Driver Information - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 207
could be a brake problem. Have the brake 36 for more information. This light Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service. United States Canada - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 208
is a problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-39. For vehicles with a Driver Information Center ( driving, there might be a problem with the StabiliTrak® system and the vehicle may need service. When this warning light is on, the system is off and does not limit wheel - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 209
operating under normal driving conditions, pull off the road, stop the vehicle and turn off the engine as soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 6-30. This indicates that one or more of the tires is significantly underinflated. A tire pressure message in the Driver Information Center (DIC - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 210
to pass a required Emission Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications on page 6-3. Malfunction Indicator Lamp Check Engine Light A computer system called OBD II (On-Board Diagnostics-Second Generation) monitors operation of the fuel, ignition, and emission control systems - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 211
might be wet. The condition is usually corrected when the electrical system dries out. A few driving trips should turn the light off. • Make sure to fuel the vehicle with quality fuel. Poor fuel quality causes the engine not to run as efficiently as designed and can cause: stalling after start-up - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 212
systems during normal driving. This can take several days of routine driving. If this has serviced. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Always follow the maintenance schedule in this manual for changing engine - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 213
it means that oil is not flowing through the engine properly. The vehicle could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem. Fog Lamp Light The fog lamp light comes on when the fog lamps are in use. Security Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle's security system - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 214
comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. Fuel Gage When the ignition is on, the fuel gage shows about how much fuel the vehicle has left in the tank. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer on page 3-8 for more information. An arrow on the fuel gage indicates the side of the vehicle the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 215
the vehicle is out of fuel, but the vehicle's fuel tank should be filled soon. Here are some situations owners may experience with the fuel gage. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gage. Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC displays - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 216
, next to the steering wheel. The DIC displays trip, fuel, and vehicle system information, and warning messages if a system problem is detected. A digital for more information. 3 (Trip/Fuel): Press this button to display the odometer, trip odometer, fuel range, average economy, fuel used, timer, - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 217
will show LOW if the fuel level is low. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle's fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. This estimate will change if driving conditions change. For example, if driving in traffic and making - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 218
the set/reset button while TIMER is displayed. Fuel Used Press the trip/fuel button until FUEL USED displays. This display shows the number of gallons (gal) or liters (L) of fuel used since the last reset of this menu item. To reset the fuel used information, press and hold the set/reset button - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 219
oil as soon as you can. See Engine Oil on page 6-15. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-4 for more information. Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 220
and DIC Warnings and Messages on page 3-56 for more information. If the tire pressure display shows dashes instead of a value, there may be a problem with your vehicle. If this consistently occurs, see your dealer/retailer for service. Battery Voltage This display shows the current battery voltage - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 221
allows you to match Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitters to your vehicle. To match an RKE transmitter to your vehicle: 1. Press the vehicle information button until PRESS V TO RELEARN REMOTE KEY displays. 2. Press the set/reset button until REMOTE KEY LEARNING ACTIVE is displayed. 3. Press and - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 222
is traveling. To adjust for compass variance, use the following procedure: Compass Variance (Zone) is in P (Park). Press the vehicle information button until PRESS V TO CHANGE COMPASS ZONE displays the appropriate variance zone. 4. Press the trip/fuel button until the vehicle heading, for example, - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 223
manually calibrated. Only calibrate the compass in a magnetically clean and safe location, such as an open parking lot, where driving compass. To calibrate the compass, use the following procedure: Compass Calibration procedure. 2. Press the vehicle information button until PRESS V TO CALIBRATE - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 224
to be changed. When you change the engine oil, be sure to reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message. See Engine Oil Life System on page 6-18 for information on how to reset the message. See Engine Oil on page 6-15 and Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-4 for more information. 3-56 DRIVER DOOR OPEN This - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 225
Gage on page 3-41. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 6-33 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE Notice: If you drive your vehicle while the engine is overheating, severe engine damage may occur. If an overheat warning - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 226
dealer/retailer for service as soon as possible DRIVE WITH CARE This message displays when ice conditions are possible. FUEL LEVEL LOW This message displays and a chime sounds if the fuel level is low. Refuel as soon as possible. See Fuel Gage on page 3-46 and Fuel on page 6-5 for more information - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 227
has been corrected. Check the oil as soon as possible and have your vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. See Engine Oil on page 6-15. PASSENGER DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the front passenger door is not fully closed and the vehicle is shifted out of P (Park). Stop - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 228
system light may also turn on in the instrument panel cluster. See Charging System Light on page 3-38. Driving with this problem could drain the battery. Turn off all unnecessary accessories. Have the electrical system checked as soon as possible. See your dealer/retailer. RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN This - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 229
, you do not have the benefit of StabiliTrak, so reduce your speed and drive accordingly. SERVICE PARKING ASSIST This message displays if there is a problem with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system. Do not use this system to help you park. See Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) on - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 230
page 2-44 for more information. SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL If your vehicle has StabiliTrak, this message displays when there is a problem with the Traction Control System (TCS). When this message displays, the system will not limit wheel spin. Adjust your driving accordingly. See your dealer/retailer - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 231
To limit wheel spin and driving conditions. • The message displays if an engine or vehicle related problem has been detected and the vehicle needs service fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere. A few driving - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 232
location of the windshield washer fluid reservoir. Also, see Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6-34 for more information. 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 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 233
been changed from their default state since then. The customization preferences are automatically recalled. To change customization preferences, use the following procedure. Entering the Feature Settings Menu 1. Turn the ignition on and place the vehicle in P (Park). To avoid excessive drain on the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 234
while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. AUTO DOOR LOCK This feature allows you to select when the vehicle's doors will automatically lock. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-11 for more information. Press the customization button until AUTO DOOR LOCK appears on the DIC - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 235
feature. It also allows you to select which doors and when the doors will automatically unlock. See Programmable Automatic Door Locks on page 2-11 for more information lock button on the RKE transmitter. HORN & LIGHTS (default): The exterior lamps will flash when you press the lock button on the RKE - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 236
is in use. The key must be out of the ignition for this feature to work. You can temporarily override delayed locking by pressing the power door lock switch twice or the lock button on the RKE transmitter twice. See Delayed Locking on page 2-10 for more information. Press the customization button - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 237
feature allows you to select whether or not to have the exterior lights turn on briefly during low light periods after unlocking the vehicle using (RKE) System Operation on page 2-5 for more information. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 238
AUTO HIGH BEAMS If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select to have the Intellibeam® system turned off or on. See Exterior Lamps on page 3-16 for more information. Press the customization button until AUTO HIGH BEAMS appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to access - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 239
shifted into R (Reverse). PASSENGER MIRROR: The passenger's outside mirror will be tilted feature, it allows you to select your preference for the automatic easy exit seat feature. See Memory Features on page 1-7 for more information vehicle has the power tilt wheel feature, the power steering column - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 240
while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC. MEMORY SEAT RECALL This feature allows you to select your preference for the remote memory seat recall feature. See Memory Features on page 1-7 for more information. Press the customization button until MEMORY SEAT RECALL appears on the DIC display - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 241
to turn the remote start off or on. The remote start feature allows you to start the engine from outside of the vehicle using the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter. See Remote Vehicle Start on page 2-8 for more information. Press the customization button until REMOTE START appears on the DIC - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 242
settings menu will be exited when any of the following occurs: • The vehicle is no longer in ON/RUN. • The trip/fuel or vehicle information DIC buttons are pressed. • The end of the feature settings menu is reached and exited. • A 40 second time period has elapsed with no selection made. 3-74 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 243
Free Profile to make and receive phone calls. The system can be used while the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY position. The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 30 ft. (9.1 m). Not all phones support all functions, and not all phones are guaranteed to work with the in - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 244
. How to Speak: Speak clearly in a calm and natural voice. Bluetooth Controls Use the buttons located on the steering wheel to operate the in-vehicle Bluetooth system. See Audio Steering Wheel Controls on page 3-115 for more information. b g (Push To Talk): Press to answer incoming calls, to con - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 245
. The system responds with "Ready" followed by a tone. 2. Say "Bluetooth". The system responds with "Bluetooth ready" followed by a tone. 3. Say "Pair". The system responds with instructions and a four digit PIN number. The PIN number will be used in Step 4. Listing All Paired and Connected Phones - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 246
, the original phone remains connected. Storing Name Tags The system can store up to thirty phone numbers as name tags that are shared between the Bluetooth and OnStar systems. The system uses the following commands to store and retrieve phone numbers: • Store • Digit Store • Directory 3-78 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 247
Using the Store Command The store command allows a phone number to be stored If the number is not correct, say "No". The system will ask for the number to be re-entered. Using the Digit Store Command The digit store command allows a phone number to be stored by entering the digits individually. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 248
directory command lists all of the name tags stored by the system. To use the directory command: 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. About to store . Does that sound OK?". Deleting Name Tags The system uses the following commands to delete name tags: • Delete • Delete all name tags • - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 249
Name Tags Command The delete all name tags command deletes all stored phone book name tags and route name tags for OnStar (if present). To use the delete all name tags command: 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with "Ready" followed by a tone. 2. Say "Delete all name tags - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 250
Command 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with "Ready" followed by a tone. 2. Say "Digit Dial". The system responds with "Digit dial using , please say the first digit to dial" followed by a tone. 3. Say the digit to be dialed one at a time. Following each digit - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 251
responds with "Ready" followed by a tone. 2. After the tone, say "Re-dial". The system responds with "Re-dial using " and dials the last number called from the connected Bluetooth phone. Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio speakers. • If the system clearly - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 252
to disconnect the current call and switch to the call on hold. Three-Way Calling Three-Way Calling must be supported on the Bluetooth phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier to work. 1. While on a call press b g . The system responds with "Ready" followed by a tone. 2. Say "Three-way call - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 253
cell phone manufacturers user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature. This feature can be used to verbally access contacts stored in the cell phone. 1. Press and hold b g for two seconds. The system responds with "Ready" followed by a tone. 2. Say "Bluetooth". The system responds with - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 254
Sending a Number During a Call 1. Press b g . The system responds with "Ready" followed by a tone. 2. Say "Dial". The system responds with "Say a number to send tones" followed by a tone. 3. Say the number to send. Sending a Stored Name Tag During a Call 1. Press b g . The system responds with " - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 255
or modifications to this system by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Other Information The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth® SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by General Motors is under license. Other trademarks - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 256
information. Headphones Before Driving The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only. The driver cannot safely view the video screen while driving to RSA selections. These headphones are used to listen to media such as jack, if the vehicle has this feature. The wireless headphones have an On/ - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 257
not come on, the batteries might need to be replaced. See "Battery Replacement" later in this section for more information. Switch the headphones to Off when not in use. The infrared transmitters are located at the rear of the RSE overhead console. The headphones shut off automatically to save the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 258
jacks. Refer to the manufacturer's instructions for proper usage. The A/V jacks are color coded to match typical home entertainment feature, perform the following: 1. Press the 2. 3. z button on the remote control. Use the remote control Q , R , q , r navigation arrows and the r button to use - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 259
When the video screen is not in use, push it up into its locked IR (infrared) transmitters feature. The DVD player can be selected as an audio source on the RSA system. See Rear Seat Audio (RSA) on page 3-113 for more information. When a device is connected to the A/V jacks, the rear seat passengers - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 260
is in the Radio DVD slot, the remote control power button can be used to turn on the video screen display and start the disc. The radio the video screen display. See Navigation Audio System on page 4-62 for more information. Notice: Storing the remote control in a hot area or in direct sunlight - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 261
the enter button. This button only operates when using a DVD. Q, R, q, r (Menu Navigation Arrows): Use the arrow buttons to navigate through a menu track. This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. c (Stop): Press to stop playing, fast reversing, - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 262
button. This button might not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. If the vehicle has a third row video screen, State (Audio): Press to change audio tracks on DVDs that have this feature when the DVD is playing. The format and content of this function vary - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 263
entering the number. Problem No power. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black borders on the compartment. Make sure that they are installed correctly, using the diagram on the inside of the battery not be turned ON/RUN or in ACC/ACCESSORY. Check the display mode settings in the setup - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 264
cellular telephone towers or by using a cellular telephone in the vehicle. Check that the headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and following: Disc Load/Eject Error: Displays when there are disc load or eject problems. Disc Format Error: Displays if the disc is inserted with the disc label - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 265
Video Screen When cleaning the video screen, use only a clean cloth dampened with clean water. Use care when directly touching or cleaning the See the vehicle's owners manual for information about the Overhead DVD RSE system. The vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 266
in this section. While the vehicle is moving, passengers should not unfasten their safety belts to make adjustments to the video screen control buttons. See "Safety Belts" under, Seats and Restraint Systems in the vehicle's owner manual. Use the remote control for any necessary adjustments. See - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 267
button a second time, or eject the disc, to cancel the pre-stop feature and to clear the disc position memory. SOURCE: Press to select between Monitor be adjusted independently, as well as display information from both DVD players and both A/V inputs. Infrared Remote Sensor: Located in the top center - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 268
. See "Remote Control" later in this supplement. Only one audio source can be heard through the vehicle's speakers at a time. The audio source being used is specified by the A/V (audio/video) source selected on the driver side head restraint video display screen. To turn the RSE system audio output - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 269
monitor is designated as Channel 3, and the passenger side as Channel 4. Set the channel selector under Rear Seat Entertainment System in the vehicle's owner manual. The headphones shut off automatically if the in a cool, dry place. Remote Control To use the remote control, aim at the remote sensor - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 270
Remote Control Buttons SETUP: Press to change the default settings, see "Using the RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) Menus" later in this manual. There are four main menu screens, each screen displays a menu to select different setting options. The screens are: 1. General Setup - adjusts screen settings. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 271
). Each time this button is pressed, the picture adjustment OSD, cycles through bars for BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR, and TINT. Use the right/left navigation arrows to adjust the setting. This feature automatically shuts off id another button is pressed or adjustments are not made within six seconds - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 272
feature left side of the remote control can be used to enter numbered menu options, channels, or the disc. DISPLAY: Press to scroll through display information on the upper left corner of the screen, : Press to either enlarge the viewed image by 2X, 3X, and 4X, or reduce the image by 1/2X, 1/3X, and 1/ - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 273
the desired page by using the left/right navigation arrows to move the cursor. 3. Press the SETUP button again on the remote control to cancel use of the setup display. Not all DVDs support all of the feature defaults in the setup menus. If a feature is not supported, the defaults are provided - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 274
to adjust the screen setting. 4. Press the right navigation arrow and then use the up/down navigation arrows to select a display option. The display options removed. • Normal/LB (Letter-Box): This displays the wide picture with black bands on the upper and lower portions of the screen. • Wide (16 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 275
To reset all options to factory defaults: 1. Press the SETUP button on the remote control. 2. Use the left/right and down navigation arrows on the remote control to select the Default sub-menu under the Preference Page. 3. Press the right navigation - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 276
to access the parental control feature. It allows for control of the type of movie rating content (from G to Adult) that can be viewed and is only accessible when no disc is loaded. To setup the Parental Control: 1. Press the SETUP button on the remote control. 2. Use the left/right and down - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 277
. 4. At the Old Password option, enter the old password or the default password (136900). 5. At the New Password option, enter the new password (six digits) using numeric buttons. 6. At the Confirm PWD option, confirm the new password by entering the new password again. 7. Scroll to the OK button and - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 278
and Single Elapsed appears along with the current track playing and the length of time for that track. 2. Press DISPLAY twice and Single Remain be played on the DVD player. See "Using an MP3" under the Audio System(s) section in the vehicle's owner manual. Selecting Folders and Songs When an MP3 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 279
Play the folder in the order the songs were recorded. • Shuffle - Play the songs in random order, from within the selected folder. Using the REPEAT Feature REPEAT: Press to change between Repeat One and Repeat Folder. • Repeat One - Repeats the song that is playing. • Repeat Folder - Repeats the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 280
Troubleshooting Chart Problem IR Sensor Inoperative Recommended Action • Check that the batteries are good in the remote control. • Check that the remote Control IR Sensor is not blocked. • Aim the remote control toward the IR Sensor being controlled. • Select the correct screen, 3 or 4. Problem - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 281
components such as the DVD player or the discs. Do not use DVD lens cleaners for DVD players because the lens of the DVD the hole and the outer edge. Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Vehicles with this feature allow the rear seat passengers to listen to and control any of the music sources: radio, CDs, DVDs, - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 282
if more than ten seconds have played). This function is inactive, with some radios, if the front seat passengers are listening to the disc. When a DVD video menu is being displayed, press either the left ©or XM™ (if equipped), CD, and if the vehicle has these features, DVD, and rear auxiliary. 3-114 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 283
DVD audio. This function is inactive, with some radios, if the front seat passengers are listening to the disc. When a disc is playing in the CD or options. Some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. Theft-Deterrent Feature THEFTLOCK® is designed to discourage theft of the vehicle's - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 284
systems. See OnStar® System on page 2-52 and Bluetooth® on page 3-75 for more information. SRCE (Source/Voice Recognition): Press to switch accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 285
Service XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast-to-coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada without interfering with radio reception. Notice: Using a razor blade or sharp object AM-FM antenna is located in the passenger rear side windows. Make sure the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 286
✍ NOTES 3-118 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 287
4 Navigation System Vehicle Positioning ...4-60 Problems with Route Guidance ...4-61 If the System Needs Service ...4-61 Ordering Map DVDs ...4-61 Database Getting Started ...4-4 Cleaning the Display ...4-12 Features and Controls ...4-13 Using the Navigation System ...4-13 Maps ...4-15 Symbols - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 288
Overview Navigation System Overview Screen shown with Map Disc Inserted 4-2 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 289
Button. See "Map Scales" under Maps on page 4-15 for more information. y © ¨z (Seek) Key (Previous/Next). See Navigation Audio System on page 4-62 for more information. and Bluetooth® on page 3-75 for more information. M. FAV (Favorite) Key. See "Storing Radio Station Presets" under Navigation - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 290
road and mind on the drive. Some features may be disabled while driving. Note that these functions will be grayed-out. A grayed-out function indicates it is not available when the vehicle is moving. Z (DVD Map Disc Eject) Key. See Maps on page 4-15 for more information. V. Mark Touch Screen Button - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 291
, and conditions. You should always be alert and obey traffic and roadway laws and instructions, regardless of the guidance from the navigation system. Because the navigation system uses street map information that does not include all traffic restrictions or the latest road changes, it may suggest - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 292
crash in which you or others could be killed: • Always concentrate on your driving first by keeping your eyes and mind on the road, and your hands on the wheel. • Follow system directions only if permitted by traffic laws, controls, and conditions. • Before using this system, read the owner manual - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 293
the navigation screens from English or metric, see DIC Operation and Displays on page 3-48 for more information. Limit Features While Driving The navigation system may have this feature. Touch the Limit Features While Driving screen button to turn the ability to limit functions on and off while - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 294
the time. See "Setting the Clock" under Configure Menu on page 4-43 for more information. O to turn the system on. 2. Press the AUDIO hard key and select the desired band (AM, FM, or XM (if equipped)). 3. Use the w (tuning) knob or the SEEK arrows to tune to the desired station. 4. Press - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 295
the street. O to turn the system on. 3. Insert the DVD map disc. See "Installing the Map DVD" under Maps on page 4-15 for more information. 4. A caution may appear. Touch the OK screen button to proceed. 5. Press the DEST hard key. 6. Press the 2 Address Entry screen button. 7. Select the state - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 296
Start Guidance screen button. The route is now ready to be started. See "Point of Interest (POI)" under Destination on page 4-25 for more information. Entering a Point of Interest (POI) To set a destination by entering a Point of Interest (POI), do the following: 1. If the radio is already on with - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 297
. See "Adding or Changing Preset Destinations" under Destination on page 4-25 for more information on how to add preset destinations. Using Your Stored Preset Destinations These destinations are available for selection while driving. 1. If the radio is already on with a map disc inserted, skip to - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 298
ready to be started. See "Preset Destination" under Destination on page 4-25 for more information. Guidance Volume Adjust the volume of voice guidance prompts: 1. Press the CONFIG hard key . 3. Press OK to confirm. Cleaning the Display Use a soft clean cotton cloth dampened with clean water. 4-12 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 299
Features and Controls Using the Navigation System This section presents basic information needed to operate the navigation system. Use the hard keys located on the navigation system along with the available touch-sensitive screen buttons on the navigation screen to operate the system. See - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 300
OnStar®. See OnStar® System on page 2-52 and Bluetooth® on page 3-75 for more information. e (Sound): Press to access the Sound screen to information. CONFIG (Configure Menu): Press to adjust features for sound, radio, navigation, and the display. See Configure Menu on page 4-43 for more information - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 301
information. Maps This section includes basic information that you need to know about the map database. The maps are stored on a DVD. The United States, Canada include information such as street names, street address, turn restrictions, etc. A detailed area includes all major highways, service roads - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 302
press and hold until the NAV screen is active, or select the NAV tab manually. 3. Load the map DVD partway into the slot located just below the screen system operation. The navigation system in this vehicle uses a DVD to store map information. When the system loads data from the disc, you may hear - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 303
the outside. Do not use photographic record cleaner, solvents, or other cleaners. • You are driving on a very rough road . • Do not use the disc to rest on while writing or drawing using any writing utensil or next to the upper disc slot. • After using the disc, place it back into the original - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 304
the NAV (Navigation) key to return to the current vehicle location on the map. The scroll feature on the map can be used to set a destination. See "From Map" under Destination on page 4-25 for more information. While scrolling on the map, press the GO screen button to calculate the route from the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 305
displays on the map after a stopover has been added to the route. The stopover symbols are numbered one through three, depending on how many stopovers have been set. The distance to destination symbol indicates the distance to the final destination. The destination symbol appears on the map, after - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 306
up symbol indicates that the vehicle is traveling up on the map and is known as Heading Up mode. This symbol appears before you start driving on the route or if on a road where navigation guidance cannot be given. The shaded triangle indicates the North direction. While in Heading Up mode - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 307
Screen Select the POI screen button to display or delete POI icons from the map. See Global Positioning System (GPS) on page 4-59 for more information. Select the Mark screen button to store the location on the screen in the address book. Displaying POI icons on the map shows where POIs - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 308
categories can display on the map screen. 3. Press the Show POI screen button to add more POI icons. More: Select to view more POI categories. 2. Use the scroll arrows to move up and down the list. 3. Use the sorting screen buttons: Dist (distance), Icon, Name, and on Route as needed. 4-22 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 309
using your Bluetooth® phone (if "paired" with the vehicle) or the OnStar HandsFree Calling system. For more information about Bluetooth calling, see Bluetooth® on page 3-75. For more information about OnStar HandsFree calling, see the OnStar Owner Guide categories. Driving on a Route When driving on - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 310
from the next maneuver, the screen displays the name and a detailed view of it. Some major metropolitan areas may include a 3-D lane guidance feature for highway exits and junctions. This feature gives you an enhanced representation of the exits and junctions on the route. Cities that include this - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 311
on the screen. To enter a destination, choose from one of the following destination entry methods: Address Entry 2 Address Entry: Enter either a city or street to use the address entry destination method. 4-25 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 312
a list of the last five city names that had been entered. Select a city from the list and it appears in the City name area. If using the alpha keyboard, finish entering the city name. If five or less names are available, a list displays. If more than five are available, the List - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 313
now ready to be started. See "Getting Started on Your Route" later in this section for more information. To enter a destination by entering the street name first: 1. Press the DEST hard key. 2. Select the If using the alpha keyboard, finish entering the street name. If five or less names are available - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 314
names that had been entered. Select a street from the list and it appears in the Street name area. If using the alpha keyboard, finish entering the street name. If five or less names are available, a list displays. If "Getting Started on Your Route" later in this section for more information. 4-28 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 315
of Interest) screen. From this screen you have two options to select/enter a destination. Enter the name using the alpha keyboard or select a category from the category list. 6. Select the route preference (Fastest, "Getting Started on Your Route" later in this section for more information. 4-29 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 316
To use the point of interest destination entry method by selecting a category: 1. Press is now ready to be started. See "Getting Started on Your Route" later in this section for more information. g Address Book: Touch to access the Address Book screen. From this screen an address that already exists - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 317
To use the address book entry method: 1. Press the DEST hard key. 2. Select the Previous now ready to be started. See "Getting Started on Your Route" later in this section for more information. See "Adding Destinations to the Address Book" later in this section. / Previous Destination: Touch to - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 318
3. Select a previous destination from the list. Use the arrow to the right of the destination to view the entire destination name as necessary. Use the scroll arrows to the left to scroll in this section for more information. ) From Map: Touch to enter the From Map destination entry method. 4-32 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 319
Select the ) screen button. A map screen displays with the scrolling symbol. 3. Use the 0 / 1 screen buttons and touch on the map to find the would like to set as your destination. The map screen displays the address information. 5. Select the Go screen button. The map screen, with the destination - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 320
"Getting Started on Your Route" later in this section for more information. Preset Destination The preset destination entry method lets you set a not available for use. See "Adding or Changing Preset Destinations" later in this section for information on how to add a preset destination. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 321
is now ready to be started. See "Getting Started on Your Route" later in this section for more information. Destination Map Screen Map Destination Screen Functions If the map screen is used to show destination, it will have map screen capabilities such as Go, Mark, Zoom, Scroll, etc. The address - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 322
Using OnStar® Destination Download Press the blue OnStar button and an Advisor can locate a point-of-interest or an address and download the necessary information the navigation system initiates a call to your destination with your Bluetooth phone (if available) or OnStar Hands-Free Calling (if - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 323
outlined in the Using OnStar Destination Download waypoint in the existing route. All features such as Call and Add to Address to the section on Waypoints for more information. • If OnStar downloads a destination and routing will not be available. Press the blue OnStar button for further assistance. • - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 324
Map Destination Screen Functions If the map screen is used to show destination, it will have map screen capabilities such as Go, Mark, Zoom, Scroll, etc. The address is shown at the top of the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 325
Turn List Turn List: Touch to view the list of turn maneuvers for the entire route and to avoid turns on the route. Route Preview: Select to preview the entire route in either direction. t (Reverse Skip): r / q (Scroll Arrows): Touch the up and down arrows to scroll through the list of maneuvers. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 326
detour the whole route if necessary. The detour option is only available while driving on a current planned route. Select to go to the next stopover Menu on page 4-43 for more information. Add Stopover: Select this screen button from the Route screen. This feature allows up to three stopovers to be - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 327
Add Stopover screen button. This button only appears if a route has been calculated. 3. Using the desired method of entering a destination, enter the stopover. See "Destination" previously for more information. 4. Select the route preference (Fastest, Shortest, or Other). The system calculates and - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 328
destination to the address book: Adding or Changing Preset Destinations This feature allows additions or changes one of five preset destinations. When OK screen button then the Back screen button to return to the address book information screen. 3. Press and hold one of the buttons at the bottom of - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 329
now available to select from the Destination Entry screen. Configure Menu Press the CONFIG (Configure) hard key to adjust several of the system's features and preferences. The last selected CONFIG screen is the screen that displays: Sound, Radio, Nav (navigation), Display, or Time. 4-43 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 330
screen button to make speaker and DSP (Digital Signal Processing) adjustments. See "Sound Menu" under, Navigation Audio System on page 4-62 for more information. Nav (Navigation) Radio Press the CONFIG key to enter the configure menu options, then press the CONFIG key repeatedly until Radio is - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 331
or Off screen buttons to turn voice instructions on and off while traveling on a planned route. Allow toll road: This feature allows the system to use toll roads when calculating a planned route. Allow ferry: This feature allows the system to use ferries when calculating a planned route. Allow time - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 332
changes, then touch the Back screen button to return to the Address Book information screen. To change the map icon of an address book entry: 1. Select the Edit/View Address Book screen button. 5. Touch the Name screen button and use the alpha keyboard to edit or add the name. 6. Touch the OK screen - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 333
and hold the Clear All screen button. 5. A confirmation pop-up will display. Select Ok to delete; select Cancel to cancel the operation. Map Database Information Touch the Map Database Information screen button to view the coverage areas of the map DVD. 4-47 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 334
screen button. The button will be highlighted when the feature is on. When the off-road mode is turned owner manual for more information about off-road driving. Traffic Options Read the following Options descriptions to understand how the XM NavTraffic™ operates. XM NavTraffic™ (USA and Canada - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 335
™ currently broadcasts the traffic information for many markets nationally, and the service may be available in more cities in the future. Visit xmnavtraffic.com for more details on local coverage. A service fee is required in order to receive the XM NavTraffic™ service. Turning XM NavTraffic™ On - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 336
. These are: Condition Traffic Status Icon Traffic events are on route. • No XM NavTraffic™ subscription. • No Traffic is found in the local area. • The Traffic Feature is turned off. 4-50 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 337
on the interstate first. Then all other traffic events follow. Not all traffic conditions may be listed. To view the traffic condition location and information on the map: 1. Press the NAV key, then press the NAV key repeatedly until Traffic is selected, or touch the Traffic screen button. A list - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 338
than four pages of traffic events may be viewed while the vehicle is moving. Options 2. Select a traffic condition to get more detailed information of the event. Select the Options screen button. A Traffic Options menu displays. Select the desired traffic related option. Traffic: Select to enable - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 339
Traffic Delays, Incidents, and Advisories - These four touch screen buttons are used to select the traffic event ICONS that appear on the map screens. Alert Events is Off, the alert pop-up screen does not display. • Black indicates a closed road segment • Red indicates significantly impaired traffic - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 340
. While scrolling the map, traffic condition icons may appear. Traffic events may appear up to 75 mi (125 km) from your current position. To receive information about the traffic condition, place the cross hairs over the traffic condition icon. 4-54 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 341
of traffic condition, the street name, and a description of the traffic condition displays. See "Scrolling the Map" under Maps on page 4-15 for more information. To display traffic events in another state or a great distance away, scroll to the desired area, and then stop scrolling. Wait for the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 342
previous screen. Map: If available, press to display the related traffic event on the map. Traffic Event Screen The detailed Traffic Event screens are used to display additional details of a traffic event condition. This screen may display if: • Scrolling to an event on the map and then pressing - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 343
of the voice prompt depends on actual traffic event data. The RPT (Repeat) hard key is for navigation traffic maneuvers only. It is not used to repeat traffic prompts. During a traffic voice prompt, if RPT is pressed, the current prompt playback cancels. Traffic prompts are disabled during OnStar - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 344
Brightness/Contrast/Mode Auto (Automatic): Touch this screen button for the system to automatically adjust the screen background depending on exterior lighting conditions. Night: Touch this screen button and the system makes the map background darker. Day: Touch this screen button and the system - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 345
vehicle. The GPS shows the current position of the vehicle using signals sent by the GPS Satellites of the United States problem. This would not be covered by the warranty. For more information if the GPS is not functioning properly, see If the System Needs Service on page 4-61 and Problems - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 346
or exiting a parking lot or a garage. • Road system has changed. • Vehicle is driving on slippery road surfaces such as in sand, gravel, and/or snow. • Vehicle is Battery is disconnected for several days. Vehicle is driving in heavy traffic where driving is at low speeds, and the vehicle is stopped - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 347
using automatic rerouting. If the System Needs Service If your system needs service and you have followed the steps listed here and still are experiencing problems during high-speed driving. Ordering Map DVDs The map DVD in your vehicle is the most up-to-date information available when your - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 348
(VIN)" in the Index of your vehicle's owner manual for more information. After receiving the updated disc, replace the old can interfere with the operation of the vehicle's engine, radio, or other systems, and even damage them Accessories and Modifications" in the Index of the vehicle's owner manual. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 349
(Auxiliary), or touch the screen button. See CD Player on page 4-71, DVD Player on page 4-78, and Auxiliary Devices on page 4-85 for more information. If viewing a map screen, touch the source screen (AM, FM, XM, CD, etc.) button. The display splits between the audio screen and the map screen - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 350
Category: Touch the screen button, located in the middle of the screen, to receive a list of all of the selected band stations in the area. Use the up and down arrows to scroll the frequencies. Touch the desired frequency. XM lists also contain a category to select and the stations or channels - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 351
category screen buttons are used. FM lists may also contain a category to select if stations in the broadcast area support Radio Data Systems (RDS station. To stop scanning, press either arrow again. Storing Radio Station Presets This feature stores a mix of up to 30 AM, FM, and XM (if equipped) preset - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 352
Sound Menu Setting the Tone TREBLE: Touch the plus (+) or minus (−) sign to increase or decrease the treble. If a station is weak or has static, decrease the treble. MID (Midrange): Touch the plus (+) or minus (−) sign to increase or decrease the midrange. BASS: Touch the plus (+) or minus (−) sign - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 353
be used while support 5.1 audio and the RSA is off. Radio Menu Press the CONFIG key to enter the configure menu screen, then press the CONFIG key repeatedly until Radio is selected or touch the Radio screen button to make changes for radio information displayed or to limit features while driving - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 354
Features While Driving Touch the Limit Features While Driving screen button to turn on and off the ability to limit functions while driving. When this screen button is highlighted, the following functions will be limited while driving on the screen. Use the up and are dark in color. Touch the category - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 355
audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 356
text or informational messages are available. The system is working properly. XM Theftlocked: The XM™ receiver may have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM™ receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles. If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced, check - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 357
CD Player The player can be used for CD, MP3, DVD audio, and as a DVD video player. See DVD Player on page 4-78 for more information about DVD audio and video. If an error appears on the display, see "CD Messages" later in this section. If viewing a map screen, touch the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 358
To load multiple discs, do the following: 1. Press and hold the load hard key and follow the screen message displayed. 2. When the system displays "Insert Disc (number)", insert the disc partway into the slot, label side up. The system will pull it in. 3. Once a disc is loaded, the system will - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 359
use the remote control to navigate through the tracks on the CD. y © ¨z (Seek): • ID3 tag information is displayed by the radio if it is available. The radio supports ID3 tag information easy to find songs while driving. Organize songs by albums using one folder for each album. Each folder or album should - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 360
• It is recommended that there is a maximum of 192 files on a disc. Order of Play Play will begin from the first track under the root directory. When all tracks from the root directory have been played, play will continue from files according to their numerical listing. After playing the last track - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 361
Playing an MP3 While playing a CD, the navigation system is available. When you insert a CD, the CD tab will display. If you select a DSP setting for the CD, it will be activated each time you play a CD. If you turn off the ignition or radio with a CD in the player, it will stay in the player. When - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 362
Z (Eject): To eject a disc, do the following: j / r (Pause/Play): 1. Press the eject hard key. 2. The system will display "Ejecting Disc". Press the DISC screen button to display the Disc Changer screen. Select the disc to eject. If a selection is not made, the system will eject the disc from the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 363
MP3 the rear seat operator can power on the RSE video screen and use the remote control to navigate through the MP3. • If the map DVD Maps on page 4-15 for more information. • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the CD should play. • You are driving on a very rough road. When - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 364
player can also be used for the rear seat passengers with the radio off. The rear seat passengers can power on the video screen and use the remote control to navigate the disc. See "Rear Seat Entertainment System" in the Index of your vehicle's owner manual for more information. The DVD player is - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 365
the DVD screen button. • Press the AUDIO hard key, then touch the DVD screen button. When a DVD is loaded, the rear seat passengers can power on the RSE video screen and use the remote control to navigate through the DVD. Z (Eject): To eject a disc, do the following: 1. Press the eject hard key - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 366
only available if a DVD has a menu. Use the cursor menu to start a DVD video from the disc main menu. Use these arrow buttons to move around the DVD rewinding. This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. [ (Forward): Touch and release this button to - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 367
Subtitle: Touch this button to playback the video with subtitles. This is not available on all DVDs or when the DVD is stopped. This button is not available for DVD audio. Angle: Touch this button to adjust the viewing angle of the DVD. Repeatedly press this button to toggle through the angles. This - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 368
to automatically adjust the navigation screen background depending on exterior lighting conditions. Night: Touch this screen button and the Espanol, Italiano, or Deutsch to change the default language that the DVD player uses for each disc. The audio language must be available on the disc. The audio - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 369
Deutsch to change the default language of the subtitles that the DVD player uses for each disc. The subtitle language must be available on the disc chapter. This button may not work when the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. z (Previous Track/Chapter): Press this hard key to - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 370
and ejecting. If these problems occur, check the bottom surface in the Index of the vehicle's owner manual. If there is no apparent damage, . While using the CD or DVD player, use only CDs information. • It is very hot. When the temperature returns to normal, the DVD should play. • You are driving - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 371
. Drivers are encouraged to set up any auxiliary device while the vehicle is in P (Park). See Defensive Driving on page 5-2 for more information on driver distraction. To switch the RSE system to use an auxiliary device: 1. Connect the auxiliary device to the RSE system, for the second or third row - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 372
use the auxiliary device. The rear seat passengers can also use Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See "Retained Accessory Power (RAP)" in the Index of your vehicle's owner manual for more information. To use voice recognition, do the following: 1. Push and hold the SRCE button on the steering wheel - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 373
more information. Voice Recognition Commands The following list shows all of the voice commands available for the navigation system with a brief description of each. The commands are listed with the optional words in brackets. To use the voice commands, refer to the instructions listed previously - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 374
Storing Voice Tags From the address book entry information page, press the Add Voice tag screen button. radio commands. Navigation Help Navigation Help: This command instructs the system to assist with navigation commands. Display Commands Use the following display commands to set the display mode - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 375
select a CD, DVD, or disc that is currently loaded. CD, DVD, Disc, [select] track (one, two, three, etc.): Instructs the system to select a specific track number. CD, DVD, Disc select next folder: Use this command to select the next folder on the MP3 or audio DVD. CD, DVD, Disc select previous folder - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 376
✍ NOTES 4-90 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 377
Fuel Economy ...5-2 Defensive Driving ...5-2 Drunk Driving ...5-3 Control of a Vehicle ...5-3 Braking ...5-4 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...5-5 Braking in Emergencies ...5-6 StabiliTrak® System ...5-6 Magnetic Ride Control™ ...5-9 Road Sensing Suspension ...5-9 Locking Rear Axle ...5-9 All-Wheel - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 378
, the Road, and the Vehicle Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. Defensive Driving Defensive driving means "always expect the unexpected." The first step in driving defensively is to wear your safety - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 379
who was drinking and driving. In recent years, more than 17,000 annual motor vehicle-related deaths have been associated with the use of alcohol, with about problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. Medical research shows that alcohol in a person's system can make crash injuries - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 380
down. If the engine stops, there will still be some power brake assist but it will be used when the brake is applied. Once the power assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. Adding non-dealer/non-retailer accessories can affect vehicle - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 381
engine is started and the vehicle begins to drive away, ABS checks itself. A momentary motor or clicking noise might be heard while this test is going on. This is normal. If there is a problem updates on wheel speed and controls problem is repaired. See your dealer/retailer for service. Using - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 382
and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than even checks to insure there are no problems. The system may be heard or felt while it is working feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle speed in emergency driving conditions. This feature uses - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 383
on the Driver Information Center (DIC): TRACTION CONTROL OFF, SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, STABILITRAK OFF, SERVICE STABILITRAK. If these DIC messages appear, make sure the StabiliTrak system has not been turned off using the StabiliTrak on/off button. Then turn the steering wheel clockwise from the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 384
is being used when the system problem does not clear itself after restarting the vehicle, see your dealer/retailer for service. Traction Control Operation The traction control system is part of the StabiliTrak system. Traction control limits wheel spin by reducing engine power to the wheels (engine - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 385
adjust the damping level to provide the optimum vehicle ride. All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System If the vehicle has this feature, engine power is sent to all four wheels when extra traction is needed. This is like four-wheel drive, but there is no separate lever or switch to engage or disengage - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 386
Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. If power steering assist is lost because the engine time for evasive action - steering around the problem. The vehicle can perform very well in while the front wheels are straight. Try to adjust the speed so you can drive through the curve - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 387
. 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. If the level of the shoulder - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 388
speed or steering in a curve causes tires to slip and lose cornering force. And in the acceleration skid, too much throttle causes the driving wheels to spin. Remember: Any traction control system helps avoid only the acceleration skid. If the traction control system is off, then an acceleration - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 389
more enjoyable. Off-Road Driving Vehicles with all-wheel drive can be used for off-road driving. Vehicles without all-wheel drive and vehicles with 22-inch tire/wheel assemblies should not be driven off-road except on a level, solid surface. Many of the vehicle design features that help make the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 390
necessary maintenance and service work done. • Make sure there is enough fuel, the engine. Always be sure to replace the front fascia air dam when you are finished off-road driving. • Be sure to read all the information about all-wheel-drive vehicles in this manual. • Make sure all underbody shields, - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 391
seatbacks. Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over rough terrain. You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects. Secure the cargo properly. Heavy You will find other important information under Loading the Vehicle on page 5-33 and Tires on page 6-56. • • 5-15 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 392
use established trails, roads, and areas that have been specially set aside for public off-road recreational driving and obey all posted regulations. • Avoid any driving practice that could damage shrubs, flowers, trees, or grasses or disturb wildlife. This includes wheel or engine sounds. Use your - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 393
quick changes in direction can easily throw you out of position. This could cause you to lose control and crash. So, whether you are driving on or off the road, you and your passengers should wear safety belts. Is the path ahead clear? Will the surface texture change abruptly up ahead? Does the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 394
terrain, keep a firm grip on the steering wheel. Ruts, troughs, or other surface features can jerk the wheel out of your hands. When driving over bumps, rocks, or other obstacles, the wheels can leave the ground. If this happens, even with one or two wheels, you cannot control the vehicle as well or - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 395
the crest of the hill is hidden by bushes, grass, or shrubs. Consider this as you approach a hill: Driving Uphill Once you decide it is safe to drive up the hill: • Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel. • Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain speed. Not - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 396
horn as you approach the top of the hill to let opposing traffic know you are there. • Use headlamps even during the day to make the vehicle more visible to oncoming traffic. P (Park) and restart the engine. Then, shift to R (Reverse), release the parking brake, and slowly back down the hill as - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 397
drive across. The vehicle could roll over. • How steep is the downhill? Will I be able to maintain vehicle control? • What is the surface like? Smooth? Rough? Slippery? Hard-packed dirt? Gravel? • Never go downhill with the transmission in N (Neutral), called free-wheeling Use a low gear so engine - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 398
incline of a hill. To decide whether to try to drive across the incline, consider the following: Driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels which could cause a downhill slide or a rollover. • Surface conditions can be a problem. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet grass - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 399
use a low gear when in mud - the deeper the mud, the lower the gear. In really deep mud, keep the vehicle moving so it does not get stuck. When driving on sand, wheel the vehicle stalls when crossing an incline, be sure you, and any passengers, get out on the uphill side, even if the door there is - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 400
. Driving in Water { CAUTION: Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle downstream and you and your passengers could out how deep the water is before driving through it. Do not try it if it is deep enough to cover the wheel hubs, axles, or exhaust pipe - - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 401
body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, tires, and exhaust system for damage and check the fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. The vehicle requires more frequent service due to off-road use. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule for additional information. • Drive defensively. • Do not - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 402
down when the road is wet. { CAUTION: Wet brakes can cause crashes. They might not work as well in a quick stop and could cause pulling until the brakes work normally. Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. Driving through flowing water could cause your vehicle to be carried away. If this - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 403
tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park your vehicle and rest. Other driving tips include: • Windshield Washer Fluid: Reservoir full? Windows clean - inside and outside? Wiper Blades: In good shape? Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: All levels checked? Lamps: Do they all work and are lenses - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 404
even none going down a hill. You could crash. Always have the engine running and the vehicle in gear when going downhill. • Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. • Check all fl zones) and take appropriate action. See Off-Road Driving on page 5-13 for information about driving off-road. 5-28 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 405
the surface under the tires slick, so there is even less traction. Try not to break the fragile traction. If you accelerate too fast, the drive wheels will spin and polish the surface under the tires even more. The StabiliTrak® System on page 5-6 improves the ability to accelerate on slippery roads - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 406
the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use the Roadside Service on page 8-7. To get help and keep everyone in base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking the exhaust. Run the engine for short periods only as needed to keep warm, but be careful. To save fuel, run the engine - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 407
you or others could be injured. The vehicle can overheat, causing an engine compartment fire or other damage. Spin the wheels as little as possible and avoid going above 35 mph (55 km/h) as shown on the speedometer. For information about using tire chains on the vehicle, see Tire Chains on page 6-76 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 408
pedal when the transmission is in gear. Slowly spinning the wheels in the forward and reverse directions causes a rocking motion that Towing Your Vehicle on page 5-40. Recovery Hooks { CAUTION: These hooks, when used, are under a lot of force. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Never pull - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 409
recovery hooks at the front of the vehicle, you can use them if you are stuck off-road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving. Do not load the vehicle any heavier than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 410
on page 6-56 and Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 6-62. 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 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 411
weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle. 3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. See Towing a Trailer on page 5-44 for important information - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 412
150 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 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 kg - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 413
to your vehicle's tire and loading information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity weight. Example 3 Item A B C Description Vehicle Capacity - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 414
your vehicle's original tires and the inflation pressures needed to obtain 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. The Certification/Tire label also tells you the maximum - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 415
you have to stop or turn quickly, or if there is a crash, they will keep going. There is also important loading information for off-road driving in this manual. See "Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving" under Off-Road Driving on page 5-13. Add-On Equipment When you carry removable items, you - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 416
compressor operating when the height is being adjusted. If a weight-distributing hitch is being used, it is recommended to allow the shocks to inflate, thereby wheels off the ground. Consult your dealer/ retailer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. See Roadside Service - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 417
on the ground, or even with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components. Do not tow an all-wheel-drive vehicle with any of its wheels on the ground. All-wheel-drive vehicles are not designed to be towed with any wheels on the ground. If the vehicle must be towed, see - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 418
not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with all four wheels on the ground. Two-wheel-drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed. 5-42 Notice - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 419
well as better handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions. An air compressor connected Use the following procedure to dinghy tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle from the rear: 1. Attach the dolly to the tow vehicle following the dolly manufacturer's instructions. 2. Drive the rear wheels - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 420
Autoride® With this feature, improved vehicle ride and handling is provided under a variety of passenger and loading conditions. The system is fully automatic and uses a computer controller to continuously monitor vehicle speed, wheel to body position, lift/dive and steering position of the vehicle. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 421
, durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it has to be used properly. The following information has many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Many of these are important for your safety and that of your passengers. So please read - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 422
is used to pull a trailer are all important. It can depend on any special equipment on the vehicle, and the amount of tongue weight the vehicle can carry. See "Weight of the Trailer Tongue" later in this section for more information. Vehicle Escalade 2WD 6.2L V8 Escalade AWD 6.2L V8 Escalade ESV 2WD - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 423
measure because it affects the total gross weight of the vehicle. The Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) includes the curb weight of the vehicle, any cargo carried in it, and the people who will be riding in the vehicle. If there are a lot of options, equipment, passengers or cargo in the vehicle, it will - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 424
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 the trailering capacity more than the total of the additional weight. Consider the following example: A vehicle model base weight is 5,500 lbs (2 495 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 425
vehicle does not exceed any of its ratings - GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, Maximum Trailer Rating or Tongue Weight. The only way to be sure it is not more information. Make sure not to go over the GVW limit for the vehicle, or the GAWR, including the weight of the trailer tongue. If using a weight distributing - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 426
weigh more than 5,000 lbs (2 270 kg) be sure to use a properly mounted weight-distributing hitch and sway control of the proper size. This equipment is very important for proper vehicle loading and good handling when driving. Always use sway control if the trailer will weigh more than these limits - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 427
. Instructions about information. 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 Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). See "Weight of the Trailer" later in the section. Tow/Haul is most useful under the following driving - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 428
fit to the selection of Tow/Haul when the vehicle is unloaded. 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. The vehicle is equipped - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 429
weight of the trailer. And always keep in mind that the vehicle you are driving Hold the bottom of the steering wheel with one hand. Then, to move slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. Making Turns Notice: Making very will not strike soft shoulders, curbs, road signs, trees or other - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 430
used so much that they would get hot and no longer work well. Vehicles can tow in D (Drive engine off. If the overheat warning comes on, see Engine wheels into the curb if facing downhill or into traffic if facing uphill. 2. Have someone place chocks under the trailer wheels. 3. When the wheel - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 431
fully in P (Park) with the parking brake firmly set. 1. Apply and hold the brake pedal while you: • Start the engine • Shift into a gear • Release the parking brake 2. Let up on the brake pedal. 3. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. 4. Stop and have someone pick up and store the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 432
service more often when pulling a trailer. See this manual's Maintenance Schedule or Index for more information. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine : Back-up Lamps Red w/ Black Stripe: Battery Feed* Dark Blue: Trailer Brake* *The fuses - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 433
, but you can figure about 150 lbs. (68 kg) for each passenger. The total cargo load must not be more than the vehicles CWR. Weigh the vehicle with the trailer attached, so the GVWR or GAWR are not exceeded. If using a weight-distributing hitch, weigh the vehicle without the spring bars in place. The - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 434
✍ NOTES 5-58 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 435
Section 6 Service and Appearance Care Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...6-33 Engine Fan Noise ...6-33 Power Steering Fluid ...6-33 Windshield Washer Fluid ...6-34 Brakes ...6-36 Battery ...6-39 Jump Starting ...6-40 All-Wheel Drive ...6-45 Rear Axle ...6-46 Front Axle ...6-47 Headlamp - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 436
Wheels and Trim ...6-102 Tires ...6-103 Sheet Metal Damage ...6-103 Finish Damage ...6-103 Underbody Maintenance ...6-104 Chemical Paint Spotting ...6-104 Vehicle Identification ...6-104 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...6-104 Service 96 Appearance Care ...6-96 Interior Cleaning ...6-96 Fabric/ - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 437
Your GM dealer/retailer can accessorize the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories. When you go to your GM dealer/retailer and ask for GM Accessories, you will know that GM-trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine GM Accessories. Also, see Adding Equipment to Your - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 438
harm. Engine exhaust, many parts and systems (including some inside the vehicle), many fluids, and some component wear by-products contain and/or emit these chemicals. Doing Your Own Service Work If this vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. { CAUTION - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 439
1-93. Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Record on page 7-17. If the vehicle has the 6.2L V8 engine (VIN Code 2), you can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol (E85); also see - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 440
(MMT). We recommend against the use of gasolines containing MMT. See Additives on page 6-6 for additional information. Additives To provide cleaner air, all gasolines in the United States are now required to contain additives that help prevent engine and fuel system deposits from forming, allowing - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 441
that have the 6.2L V8 engine (VIN Code 2) can use 85% ethanol fuel (E85). We encourage the use of E85 in vehicles that are designed to use it. The ethanol in E85 is a "renewable" fuel, meaning it is made from renewable sources such as corn and other crops. Many service stations will not have an 85 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 442
Foreign Countries If you plan on driving in another country outside the United States or Canada, the proper fuel might be hard to find. Never use leaded gasoline or any other fuel not recommended in the previous text on fuel. Costly repairs caused by use of improper fuel would not be covered by the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 443
bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the pump island. Turn off the engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling the vehicle. Do not use cellular phones. Keep sparks, flames, and smoking materials away from - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 444
it, you could be badly burned. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the fuel cap slowly and wait for any hiss noise to stop. Then unscrew the cap all the way. Be careful not to spill - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 445
the vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), the TIGHTEN GAS CAP message displays if the fuel cap is not properly installed. Filling a Portable Fuel Container { CAUTION: { CAUTION: If a fire starts while you are refueling, do not remove the nozzle. Shut off the flow of fuel by shutting off the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 446
Checking Things Under the Hood { 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 be burned. Be careful not to drop or - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 447
To open the hood: 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is located inside the vehicle to the lower left of the steering wheel. 2. Then go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release, near the center of the grille. 3. Push the secondary hood release - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 448
Engine Compartment Overview If the vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. When you open the hood on the 6.2L engine this is what you will see: 6-14 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 449
page 6-109. M. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. See "Adding Washer Fluid" under Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6-34. Engine Oil Checking Engine Oil It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the oil must be warm and the vehicle must be - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 450
area at the tip of the dipstick, add at least one quart/liter of the recommended oil. This section explains what kind of oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 6-113. Notice: Do not add too much oil. If the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 451
. Oils meeting this standard may be identified as synthetic. However, not all synthetic oils will meet this GM standard. Use only an oil that meets GM Standard GM4718M. This vehicle's engine was filled at the factory with a Mobil 1® synthetic oil meeting all requirements for this vehicle. Substitute - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 452
Oil This vehicle has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on engine revolutions and engine temperature, and not on mileage. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably. For the oil life system - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 453
of clothing or rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer's warnings about the use and disposal of oil products. Used oil can be a interval. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-4 for more information. If driving on dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. 2. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 454
engine backfires. If it is not there and the engine backfires, you could be burned. Do not drive with it off, and be careful working on the engine engine air cleaner/filter sealing surfaces and the housing. 5. Inspect or replace the engine a small leak, then use the following checking procedures to - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 455
lter at the intervals listed in the Maintenance Schedule. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-4. Be sure to use the transmission fluid listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-13. Before checking the fluid level, prepare the vehicle as follows: 1. Start the engine and park the vehicle on - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 456
Use this cold check procedure to check fluid level when the transmission temperature is between 80°F and 90°F (27°C and 32°C). 1. Locate the transmission dipstick at the rear of the engine compartment, on the passenger place. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-14 for more information. 2. Flip - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 457
Use this Locate the transmission dipstick at the rear of the engine compartment, on the passenger side of the vehicle. 5. Safe operating level is handle down to lock the dipstick in place. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-14 for more information. 2. Flip the handle up and then pull out - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 458
of Readings Always check the fluid level at least twice using the procedures described. Consistency (repeatable readings) is important to dealer/retailer. Cooling System The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Coolant Surge Tank - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 459
use DEX-COOL® (silicate-free) coolant in the vehicle. Engine Coolant { CAUTION: Heater and radiator hoses, and other engine engine if there is a leak. If you run the engine, it could lose all coolant. That could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 460
the proper engine temperature. Notice: If an improper coolant mixture is used, the engine could overheat and be badly damaged. The repair cost would not are used in the vehicle's cooling system, the vehicle could be damaged. Use only the proper mixture of the engine coolant listed in this manual for - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 461
sure the cooling system is cool before this is done. The coolant surge tank is located in the engine compartment on the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-14 for more information on location. The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark. If it is - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 462
vehicle has a specific coolant fill procedure. Failure to follow this procedure could cause the engine to overheat and be severely damaged. An electric engine cooling fan under the hood can start up even when the engine is not running and can cause injury. Keep hands, clothing, and tools away from any - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 463
If no coolant is visible in the surge tank, add coolant as follows: 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 pressure cap slowly counterclockwise about one full - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 464
temperature gage on your vehicle's instrument panel. See Engine Coolant Temperature Gage on page 3-41. In addition, ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE, ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE, and a ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED message comes on in the Driver Information Center (DIC) on the instrument panel. See DIC - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 465
are not, do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Engine damage from running your engine without coolant is not covered by your warranty. See Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode on page 6-33 for information on driving to a safe place in an emergency. Notice - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 466
Engine Compartment The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message, along with a low coolant condition, can indicate a serious problem. If you get an engine overheat warning, but see or hear no steam, the problem on, continue to drive normally. If the warning continues, - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 467
a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided. Notice: After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair. The engine oil will be severely degraded. Repair the cause of coolant loss, change - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 468
Fluid To check the power steering fluid: 1. Turn the key off and let the engine compartment cool down. 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. Fluid What to Use When windshield washer fluid needs to be added, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. Use a fluid that - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 469
. Add washer fluid until the tank is full. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-14 for reservoir location. Notice: • When using concentrated washer fluid, follow the manufacturer's instructions for adding water. • Do not mix water with ready-to-use washer fluid. Water can cause the solution to - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 470
Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is filled with DOT 3 brake fluid. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-14 for the location of the reservoir. There are only two reasons why the brake fluid level in the reservoir might - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 471
on. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-39. Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine when to check the brake fluid. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-4. Check brake fluid by looking at the brake fluid reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-14. The fluid level should be above - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 472
crash. Always use the proper brake fluid. Notice: • Using the wrong fluid can badly damage brake hydraulic system parts. For example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Some driving - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 473
for the worse. The braking performance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed. Battery If the vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. This vehicle has a maintenance free battery. When it is time for a new - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 474
Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. If the vehicle's battery (or batteries) has run down, you may want to use another vehicle and some jumper cables to start your vehicle. Be sure to use , remove the black, negative (−) cable steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 475
manual transmission in Neutral before setting the parking brake. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear, not in Neutral. Notice: If you leave the radio or other accessories starting terminal. You should always use these remote terminals instead of the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 476
is a stud located on the right front of the engine, where the negative battery cable attaches. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-14 for more information on the location of the remote positive (+) and remote negative (−) terminals. Using a match near a battery can cause battery gas to explode - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 477
can cause sparks. 6. Connect the red positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the vehicle with the dead battery. Use a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. { CAUTION: Fans or other moving engine parts can injure you badly. Keep your hands away from moving parts once the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 478
Use a remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle has one. Do not let the other end touch anything until the next step. The other end of the negative (−) cable does not go to the dead battery. It goes to a heavy, unpainted metal engine few tries, it probably needs service. Notice: If the jumper - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 479
black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that had the bad battery. 2. Disconnect the black Lubricant All-Wheel Drive Transfer Case If your vehicle is equipped with All-Wheel Drive, be Use care not to overtighten the plug. When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 480
What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended the rear axle assembly must be supported to get a true reading. To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. • For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles, the proper level is from - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 481
What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants there is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. A: Fill Plug B: Drain Plug • When the differential is - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 482
Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what kind of lubricant to use. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 7-13. The vehicle should: • Be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) from a light colored in a crash, the aim for service if a full tank of fuel and one person or - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 483
aimed if the low-beam headlamps are aimed properly. To adjust the vertical aim: 1. Open the hood. See Hood Release on page 6-13 for more information. 2. Locate the center of the projector lens of the low-beam headlamp. 4. At a wall, measure from the ground upward (A) to the recorded distance from - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 484
7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws, which are under the hood near each headlamp assembly. The adjustment screw can be turned with a E8 Torx® socket. 8. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the headlamp beam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. Turn it clockwise or counterclockwise to - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 485
: 1. Open the liftgate. See Power Liftgate on page 2-14 for more information. High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting { CAUTION: The low beam high intensity seriously injured. Have your dealer/retailer or a qualified technician service them. The vehicle may have HID headlamps. After an HID headlamp - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 486
the taillamp assembly properly. If you need to replace the taillamp, stoplamp, or turn signal, you will need to see your dealer/retailer for service. 3. Pull the taillamp assembly rearward until you disengage the inner pins on the taillamp assembly from the vehicle. 4. Press the release tab, if the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 487
the bulb straight out of the socket. 4. Install the new bulb. 5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the license plate lamp. Replacement Bulbs Exterior Lamp Back-up Lamp License Plate Lamp Bulb Number 7440 W5W For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact your dealer/retailer. 1. Remove the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 488
blades should be inspected for wear or cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 7-4. Replacement blades come in different types and are fully set in the locked position. For the proper type and size, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 7-15. 2. Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 489
rest position. 2. Pull the wiper blade assembly away from the backglass. The backglass wiper blade will not lock in a vertical position, so care should be used when pulling it away from the vehicle. 3. Turn the wiper blade assembly, and pull it off of the wiper arm. Hold the wiper arm in - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 490
tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer to the tire manufacturer. use. The low-profile, wide tread design is not recommended for off-road driving. See Off-Road Driving on page 5-13, for additional information. 6-56 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 491
of plies in the sidewall and under the tread. Passenger (P-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 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 492
support that load. For information code is used to indicate the wheel in inches. Tire Size The following examples show the different parts of a tire size. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire (A) Passenger passenger vehicle tire engineered to standards set by the U.S. Tire and Rim Association. (F) Service - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 493
(kPa) before a tire has built up heat from driving. See Inflation - Tire Pressure on page 6-62. Curb Weight: The weight of a motor vehicle with standard and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without passengers and cargo. DOT Markings: A code molded into - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 494
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. Normal Occupant Weight: The number on the other sidewall of the tire. Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 495
tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard: A label permanently attached to a vehicle showing the vehicle's capacity weight and the original equipment tire size and recommended inflation pressure. See "Tire and Loading Information Label" under - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 496
Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information Poor handling • Reduced fuel economy If your tires have 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 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 497
Use inflation pressure matches the recommended pressure on the Tire and Loading Information label, no further adjustment is necessary. If the pressure is low, tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat build up and can cause sudden tire failure. You could have a crash and you or others - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 498
uses for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a Driving on a significantly under-inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 499
and comply with RSS-210 of Industry and Science Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: service facility could void authorization to use this equipment. Tire Pressure Monitor Operation If your vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 500
drive. This could be an early indicator that the air pressure in the tire(s) are getting low and need to be inflated to the proper pressure. A Tire and Loading Information normal tire maintenance. See Tire using a tire sealant is not covered by your warranty. Do not use until the problem is corrected. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 501
position. The sensors are matched to the tire/wheel positions in the following order: driver side front tire, passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side rear tire using a TPMS diagnostic tool. See your dealer/retailer for service. The TPMS sensors can also be matched to - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 502
has been matched to this tire and wheel position. 6. Proceed to the passenger side front tire, and repeat the procedure in Step 5. 7. Proceed to the passenger side rear tire, and repeat the as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label. 11. Put the valve caps back on the valve stems. 6-68 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 503
information. Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles (8 000 to 13 000 km). See Scheduled Maintenance wheel alignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels. See When It Is Time for New Tires on page 6-70 and Wheel Replacement on page 6-75. When rotating your vehicle's tires, always use - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 504
Operation on page 6-65. Make certain that all wheel nuts are properly tightened. See "Wheel Nut Torque" under Capacities and Specifications on page 6-113. When It Is Time for New Tires Various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditions, influence - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 505
true: Buying New See Tire Sidewall Labeling on page 6-57 for additional information. • You can see the indicators at three or more over time, even if they are not being used. This is also true for the spare tire, inflation pressure maintenance. With proper care and maintenance tires will typically - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 506
on page 6-69 for information on proper tire rotation. { CAUTION: If you use bias-ply tires on the vehicle, the wheel rim flanges could develop cracks after many miles of driving. A tire and/or wheel could fail suddenly, causing a crash. Use only radial-ply tires with the wheels on the vehicle. If - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 507
Motors passenger cars and crash and suffer serious injury. Only use GM specific wheel and tire systems developed for your vehicle, and have them properly installed by a GM certified technician. See Buying New Tires on page 6-71 and Accessories and Modifications on page 6-3 for additional information - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 508
of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 509
control. You could have a collision in which you or others could be injured. Always use the correct wheel, wheel bolts, and wheel nuts for replacement. Notice: The wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 510
or others may be injured in a crash. Use another type of traction device only if its manufacturer recommends it for use on the vehicle and tire size combination and road conditions. Follow that manufacturer's instructions. To help avoid damage to the vehicle, drive slowly, re-adjust or remove the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 511
you are driving, especially off the accelerator pedal and grip the steering wheel firmly. Steer to maintain lane position, and and may require the same correction you would use in a skid. In any rear blowout remove and getting under it to do maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the appropriate - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 512
Changing a Flat Tire If your vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers. See Hazard Warning Flashers on page 3-6. CAUTION: ( - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 513
panel (over the rear wheelhouse). 2. Remove the wing nut (B) used to retain the tool bag by turning it counterclockwise. 3. Turn the knob (A) on the jack counterclockwise to release the jack and wheel blocks from the bracket. Regular Wheelbase shown, Extended Wheelbase similar. 1. - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 514
you will be using include the following: To access the spare tire: A. Jack B. Wheel Blocks C. Jack Handle D. Jack Handle Extensions E. Wheel Wrench A. Hoist Assembly B. Hoist Shaft C. Hoist Shaft Access Cover/Hole D. Jack Handle Extensions E. Wheel Wrench F. Hoist Cable G. Tire/Wheel Retainer - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 515
at the bottom of the cover counterclockwise and then pull the cover down and rotate towards you. 4. Assemble the two jack handle extensions (D) and wheel wrench (E) as shown. 2. Open the hoist shaft access cover (C) on the bumper to access the spare tire lock (K). 3. To remove the spare tire lock - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 516
lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the tire not to lower. See Secondary Latch System on page 6-89 for more information. 7. Use the wheel wrench hook that allows you to pull the hoist cable towards you, to assist in reaching the spare tire. Be sure the hoist end (J) of - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 517
latch. 9. Put the spare tire near the flat tire. 8. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle with some slack in the cable to access the tire/wheel retainer (G). Separate the retainer from the guide pin by sliding the retainer up the pin while pressing down on the latch. 6-83 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 518
Tire on page 6-78 for more information. 2. To remove the center cap, place the chiseled end of the wheel wrench in the slot on the wheel and gently pry the cap out. Jacking Locations (Overall View) A. Front Position B. Rear Position 3. Use the wheel wrench to loosen all the wheel nuts. Turn the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 519
be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. { CAUTION: Raising your vehicle with the jack improperly of the vehicle, you will need to use the jack handle and only one jack handle extension. Attach the wheel wrench to the jack handle extension. Attach - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 520
wrench (D) to the jack handle extensions (C). Attach the jack handle (B) to the jack (A). Use the jacking pad (E) provided on the rear axle. Turn the wheel wrench (D) clockwise to raise the vehicle. Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 521
or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a crash. 8. Put the wheel nuts back on with the rounded end of the nuts toward the wheel after mounting the spare tire. 9. Tighten each wheel nut by hand. Then use the wheel wrench to tighten the nuts until the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 522
the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Specifications on page 6-113 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications. Notice: Improperly tightened wheel nuts can lead to brake pulsation and rotor damage. To - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 523
could damage the hoist assembly and you and others could get hurt. Read and follow the instructions listed next. 2. If it is visible, first try to tighten the cable by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks or feel it skip twice. You cannot overtighten the cable. 3. Loosen - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 524
each other. 7. Place the bottom edge of the jack (A) on the wheel blocks (B), separating them so that the jack is balanced securely. 8. Attach the jack handle, extension, and wheel wrench to the jack and place it (with the wheel blocks) under the vehicle toward the front of the rear bumper. 6-90 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 525
and carefully remove the jack. Use one hand to push against wheel wrench in the hoist shaft hole in the bumper clockwise to raise the cable back up if the cable is hanging under the vehicle. Have the hoist assembly inspected as soon as you can. You will not be able to store a spare or flat tire using - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 526
: Storing a jack, a tire, or other equipment in the passenger compartment of the vehicle could cause injury. In a sudden stop or collision, loose equipment could strike someone. Store all these in the proper place. Notice: Storing an aluminum wheel with a flat tire under your vehicle for an extended - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 527
the valve stem pointed down and to the rear. 2. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle. Separate the tire/wheel retainer (G) from the guide pin. Pull the pin through the center of the wheel. Tilt the retainer down and through the center wheel opening. 3. Assemble the two jack handle extensions (D) and - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 528
cannot overtighten the cable. 7. Make sure the tire is stored securely. Push, pull (A), and then try to turn (B) the tire. If the tire moves, use the wheel wrench to tighten the cable. 8. Reinstall the spare tire lock. 9. Reinstall the hoist shaft access cover. 10. Reinstall the hitch cover. 6-94 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 529
bracket. Be sure to position the holes in the base of the jack onto the pin in the mounting bracket. 5. Use the retaining bracket (C) to fasten the tool bag (B) on the stud and turn the wing nut (D) clockwise to secure. A. Wheel Blocks B. Tool Bag with Jack Tools C. Retaining Bracket D. Wing - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 530
stains to set rapidly. Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent cleaning. Use care because newspapers and garments that transfer color to home furnishings may also transfer color to the vehicle's interior. When cleaning the vehicle's interior, only use cleaners specifically designed for - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 531
on the vehicle, use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner. Many cleaners contain solvents that may become concentrated in the vehicle's breathing space. Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety instructions on the label. While cleaning the vehicle's interior, maintain adequate ventilation - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 532
is to be used, test a small hidden area used. Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat to dry. Never use steam to clean leather. Never use spot lifters or spot removers on leather. Many use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean the vehicle's interior - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 533
lifters or removers on plastic surfaces. Many commercial cleaners and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect soft plastic surfaces may permanently change the appearance and feel of the interior and are not recommended. Do not use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 534
not wash the vehicle in direct sunlight. Use a car washing soap. Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives, as they safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 535
Exterior Lamps/Lenses Use only lukewarm or cold water, a soft cloth and a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and polishes that are non-abrasive and made for a basecoat/clearcoat paint finish. Protecting Exterior Bright - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 536
soft clean towel. A wax may then be applied. Notice: Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may be damaged if the vehicle is not washed after driving on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium, calcium or sodium chloride. These chlorides are used on roads for conditions such as ice and dust. Always - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 537
covered by the vehicle warranty. Never drive a vehicle that has aluminum or chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. Tires To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner. Notice: Using petroleum-based tire dressing products on the - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 538
Underbody Maintenance Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dust control can collect on the underbody. If these are not removed, corrosion and rust can develop on the underbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust system even though they have corrosion protection. At least - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 539
information: The vehicle has an airbag system. Before attempting to add anything electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing problem, have it fixed. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Model designation Paint information protect the power windows and other power accessories. If the current load is too - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 540
is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected 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 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 541
Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Passenger Door Module, Driver Unlock Power Door Lock 2 (Unlock Feature) Power Door Lock 2 (Lock Feature) Stoplamps, Center-High Mounted Stoplamp Rear Climate Controls Power Mirror Body Control Module (BCM) Accessory Power Outlets Interior Lamps Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 542
LT DR Harness Connector LT DR BODY BODY Usage Power Door Lock 1 (Lock Feature) Driver Information Center (DIC) Rear Wiper Cooled Seats Driver Seat Module, Remote Keyless Entry System Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature) Usage Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Usage Driver Door Harness - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 543
The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment, on the driver side of the vehicle. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block. If the vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical components on - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 544
System 2 Trailer Back-up Lamps Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp Engine Control Module (Battery) Fuel Injectors, Ignition Coils (Right Side) Transmission Control Module (Battery) Vehicle Back-up Lamps Passenger Side Low-Beam Headlamp Air Conditioning Compressor Oxygen Sensors Transmission Controls - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 545
Not Used Auxiliary Climate Control (Ignition) Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Rear Defogger Heated Mirrors SEO B1 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary Power Outlet Automatic Level Control Compressor Relay Climate Controls (Ignition) Engine Control Module, Secondary Fuel Pump - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 546
Control Blower Power Liftgate Module Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Relays FAN HI FAN LO FAN CNTRL HDLP LO/HID FOG LAMP A/C CMPRSR STRTR PWR/TRN FUEL PMP PRK LAMP REAR DEFOG RUN/CRANK Usage Cooling Fan High Speed Cooling Fan Low Speed Cooling Fan Control Low-Beam Headlamp Front Fog Lamps - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 547
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. 17.6 qt 16.7 L 6.0 qt† 5.7 L† Air Conditioning Refrigerant Cooling System Engine Oil with Filter Fuel Tank Regular 26.0 gal 98.4 L Extended 31.5 gal 119.2 L Transmission Fluid (Pan Removal and - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 548
✍ NOTES 6-114 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 549
7 Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services ...7-10 At Each Fuel Fill ...7-10 At Least Once a Month ...7-10 At Least Once a Year ...7-11 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...7-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...7-15 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...7-16 Maintenance Record ...7-17 Maintenance - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 550
Maintenance Schedule Introduction Important: Keep 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 are necessary to keep this - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 551
. When you go to your dealer/retailer for service, trained and supported service technicians will perform the work using genuine parts. To purchase service information, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 8-15. 7-3 • carry passengers and cargo within recommended limits on the Tire - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 552
3,000 miles (5 000 km) since the last service. Remember to reset the oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine Oil Life System on page 6-18 for information on the Engine Oil Life System and resetting the system. Scheduled Maintenance To maintain the ride, handling, and performance of - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 553
OIL SOON message appears, the following services, checks, and inspections are required: ❑ Change engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 6-15. Reset oil life system. See Engine Oil Life System on page 6-18. An Emission Control Service. ❑ Lubricate chassis components. See footnote #. ❑ Visually - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 554
maintenance service after the indicated miles (kilometers) shown 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 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 555
plugs and inspect spark plug wires. An Emission Control Service. Engine cooling system service (or every five years, whichever occurs first). An Emission Control Service. See footnote (i). Inspect engine accessory drive belt. An Emission Control Service. See footnote (l). • 25,000 (40 000) 50,000 (80 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 556
useful life. We, however, urge that all recommended maintenance services be performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance help ensure proper operation, a pressure test of the cooling system and pressure Wiper Blades on page 6-102 for more information. (e) Make sure the safety belt reminder - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 557
all fuel and service. See Engine Coolant on page 6-25 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 maintenance, if a power washer is used - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 558
At Each Fuel Fill It is important to perform these underhood checks at each fuel fill. engine oil level and add the proper oil if necessary. See Engine Oil on page 6-15. Tire Wear Inspection Tire rotation may be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System service - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 559
both the parking brake and the regular brake. See Parking Brake on page 2-34. Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts. 3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 560
check the parking brake's holding ability: With the engine running and transmission in N (Neutral), slowly remove begin to move. Hood and Liftgate Support Gas Strut Service Visually inspect gas strut for signs of /retailer. Underbody Flushing Service At least every spring, use plain water to - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 561
). Chassis Lubricant (GM Part No. U.S. 12377985, in Canada 88901242) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB. Engine Oil Chassis Lubrication 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL® Engine Coolant Coolant. See Engine Coolant on page 6-25. 7-13 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 562
). Synthetic Grease with Teflon, Superlube (GM Part No. U.S. 12371287, in Canada 10953437). Transfer Case Hood Hinges Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Hinge and Linkage, Folding Seats, and Fuel Door Hinge Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Squeaks Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 563
Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer/retailer. Maintenance Replacement Parts Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Oil Filter Spark Plugs Wiper Blades Front - 21.6 in (55.0 cm) Rear - 11.8 in (30.0 cm) 25877402 25820122 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 564
Engine Drive Belt Routing If your vehicle is a Two-mode Hybrid, see the Two-mode Hybrid manual for more information. 7-16 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 565
Record After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. See Maintenance Requirements on page 7-2. Any additional information from Owner Checks and Services on page 7-10 can be - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 566
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 7-18 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 567
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 7-19 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 568
Maintenance Record (cont'd) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 7-20 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 569
Assistance and Information ...8-2 Customer Satisfaction Procedure ...8-2 Online Owner Center ...8-5 Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...8-6 Customer Assistance Offices ...8-6 GM Mobility Reimbursement Program ...8-7 Roadside Service ...8-7 Scheduling Service Appointments ...8-10 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 570
Information Customer Satisfaction Procedure Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by the dealer's sales or service present mileage. When contacting Cadillac, - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 571
(U.S. Owners): Both you may be required to resort to this informal dispute resolution program prior to filing a court action, use of the program is free of charge District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage and other factors. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 572
Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims because it is informal, quick, and free of charge. For further information concerning eligibility in Motors of Canada Limited Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 573
you will have access to: • Digital owner manual, warranty information, and more • My Showroom: Find and save information on vehicles and current offers in your area. Online service and maintenance records Find Cadillac dealers for service nationwide Exclusive privileges and offers Recall - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 574
by dialing: 1-800-833-CMCC (2622). (TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830.) Canada - Customer Assistance General Motors of Canada Limited Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre, CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www.gmcanada.com 1-888-446-2000 1-800-263 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 575
users, call 1-800-833-9935. General Motors of Canada also has a Mobility Program. Call 1-800-GM-DRIVE (463-7483) for details. TTY users call 1-800-263-3830. number • Telephone number of your location • Location of the vehicle • Model, year, color, and license plate number of the vehicle • Odometer - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 576
route or the most scenic route. Additional travel information is also available. Allow three weeks for delivery. Cadillac Owner Privileges™ • Emergency Fuel Delivery: Delivery of enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the nearest service station. • Trip Interruption Benefits and Assistance: If - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 577
towed to the nearest Cadillac dealership. Each technician travels with a specially equipped service vehicle complete with the necessary Cadillac parts and tools required to handle most roadside repairs. Services Specific to Canadian Purchased Vehicles • Fuel delivery: Reimbursement is approximately - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 578
. If your vehicle cannot be scheduled into the service department immediately, keep driving it until it can be scheduled for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety-related. If it is, please call your dealership/retailer, let them know this, and ask for instructions. If the dealer/retailer - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 579
up to 10 miles (16 km) from the dealership. Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement If your vehicle requires warranty repairs, and public transportation is used instead of the dealer's shuttle service, the expense must be supported by original receipts and can only be up to the maximum amount - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 580
parts may also be used for repair. These parts are typically removed from vehicles that were total losses in prior crashes. In most cases, the and may not have been tested for your vehicle. As a result, these parts may fit poorly, exhibit premature durability/corrosion problems, and may not perform - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 581
puts you in danger, or you are instructed to move it by a police officer. Give only the necessary information to police and other parties involved in the crash. For emergency towing see Roadside Service on page 8-7. Gather the following information: • Driver's name, address, phone number Insuring - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 582
as long as cost stays within reasonable limits. Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 583
-005 General Motors of Canada Limited 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 Owner Information Owner publications are written specifically for owners and intended to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. The owner manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for all models. In - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 584
may store data to help your dealer/retailer technician service your vehicle. Some modules may also store data about how you operate the vehicle, such as rate of fuel consumption or average speed. These modules may also retain the owner's personal preferences, such as radio pre-sets, seat positions - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 585
enforcement, that have the special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. GM will not access this data or share it with others except: with the consent of the vehicle owner or, if the vehicle is leased, with the consent of the lessee; in response - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 586
OnStar® If your vehicle has OnStar and you subscribe to the OnStar services, please refer to the OnStar Terms and Conditions for information on data collection and use. See also OnStar® System on page 2-52 in this manual for more information. Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) RFID technology is - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 587
and Modifications ...6-3 Accessory Power ...2-26 Accessory Power Outlets ...3-25 Additional Required Services, Scheduled Maintenance ...7-6 Additives, Fuel ...6-6 Add-On Electrical Equipment ...6-105 Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal ...2-27 Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine ...6-19 Airbag Adding - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 588
Handles ...2-63 Audio System ...3-75 Audio Steering Wheel Controls ...3-115 Radio ...4-62 XM™ Satellite Rear Seat (RSA) ...3-113 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3-115 Automatic Headlamp System ...3-21 Automatic Transmission Belt Routing, Engine ...7-16 Bench Seat, Split (60/40) ...1-11 Bluetooth® ...3-75 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 589
Fuel ...6-6 Camera, Rear Vision ...2-48 Canadian Owners ...iii Capacities and Specifications ...6-113 Carbon Monoxide ...2-12, 2-14 Engine Exhaust ...2-38 Winter Driving Breakers ...6-106 Cleaning Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels ...6-102 Exterior Lamps/Lenses ...6-101 Fabric/Carpet ...6-98 Finish - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 590
...6-25 Engine Temperature Gage ...3-41 Cooled Seats ...1-6 Cooling System ...6-24 Courtesy Transportation Program ...8-10 Cruise Control ...3-13 Light ...3-46 Cupholders ...2-62 Customer Assistance ...8-6 Offices ...8-6 Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...8-6 Customer Information Service Publications - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 591
Wheel Drive ...6-45 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-47 DIC Operation and Displays ...3-48 DIC Vehicle Customization ...3-65 DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-56 Driving At Night ...5-25 Before a Long Trip ...5-27 Better Fuel Economy 23 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...6-19 Check and Service Engine Soon - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 592
Exterior Lamps ... 6-24 7-16 2-38 6-33 6-15 6-33 6-30 2-26 6-18 3-23 8-17 3-23 1-51 3-16 F Features Memory ...1-7 Filter Engine Fuel ...6-5 Additives ...6-6 California Fuel ...6-6 E85 (85% Ethanol) ...6-7 Economy Driving ...5-2 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...6-11 Filling the Tank ...6-9 Fuels - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 593
G Gages Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-41 Fuel ...3-46 Speedometer ...3-35 Tachometer ...3- Exterior Lamps ...3-16 Flash-to-Pass ...3-9 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ...6-51 High/Low Beam Changer ...3-8 On Reminder ...3-21 Heated Steering Wheel ...3-6 Heated Seats ...1-5, 1-6 Heater Engine - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 594
Liftglass/Liftgate ...Lighting Entry ...Exit ...LED ...Lights Airbag Readiness ...Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ...Brake System Warning ...Charging System ...Cruise Control ...Exterior Lamps ...6-57 6-51 3-21 3-23 3-23 6-53 3-42 3-24 1-50 1-43 1-63 6-51 5-43 2-14 2-12 2-12 3-23 3-23 6-51 3-36 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 595
21 Passenger Fuel Fill ...7-10 At Least Once a Month ...7-10 At Least Once a Year ...7-11 Maintenance Record ...7-17 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...7-15 Maintenance Requirements ...7-2 Owner Checks and Services ...7-10 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...7-13 Scheduled Maintenance ...7-4 Using - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 596
61 Outlet Adjustment ...3-31 Outlets Accessory Power ...3-25 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-41 Heated Mirrors ...2-42 Power Foldaway Mirrors ...2-40 Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode ...6-33 Overview, Navigation System ...4-2 Owner Checks and Services ...7-10 Owners, Canadian ...iii P Paint - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 597
...6-4 Phone Bluetooth® ...3-75 Power Door Locks ...2-10 Electrical System ...6-105 Liftgate ...2-14 Lumbar Controls ...1-4 Reclining Seatbacks ...1-8 Retained Accessory (RAP) ...2-26 Seat ...1-3 Steering Fluid ...6-33 Windows ...2-18 Power Assist Steps ...2-16 Pregnancy, Using Safety Belts - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 598
35 Safety Belts Are for Everyone ...1-30 Use During Pregnancy ...1-50 Safety Defects Reporting General Motors ...8-15 U.S. Government ...8-14 Safety Warnings and Symbols ...iv Scheduled Maintenance ...7-4 Additional Required Services ...7-6 Scheduling Appointments ...8-10 Seats 60/40 Split Bench - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 599
...3-45 Service ...6-3 Accessories and Modifications ...6-3 Adding Equipment to the Outside of the Vehicle ...6-5 Doing Your Own Work ...6-4 Engine Soon Lamp ...3-42 Parts Identification Label ...6-105 Publications Ordering Information ...8-15 Scheduling Appointments ...8-10 Servicing Your Airbag - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 600
4-61 T Tachometer ...3-35 Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...8-6 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...3-115 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-21 Content Theft-Deterrent ...2-21 PASS-Key® Adjustable ...2-27 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Tires ...6-56 Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels, Cleaning ...6-102 Buying New Tires ...6-71 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 601
Parked ...2-39 Symbols ...iv Vehicle Customization, DIC ...3-65 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...8-16 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...6-104 Service Parts Identification Label ...6-105 Vehicle Positioning ...4-60 Ventilation Adjustment ...3-31 Visors ...2-20 Voice Recognition ...4-86 15 - 2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 602
and Messages ...3-56 Hazard Flashers ...3-6 Safety and Symbols ...iv Wheels Alignment and Tire Balance ...6-75 Different Size ...6-73 Replacement ...6-75 Wiper Blade Replacement ...6-54 Wiper Fuses ...6-105 Wipers ...3-9 Winter Driving ...5-29 Wipers Rear Washer ...3-12 X XM™ Satellite Radio