2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV Owner's Manual
2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV Manual
2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV manual content summary:
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2011 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-21 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ...2-9 Vehicle Security...2-13 Exterior Mirrors ...2-16 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 2
2011 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual M Electrical System ...10-38 Wheels and Tires ...10-46 Jump Starting ...10-82 Towing ...10-87 Appearance Care ...10-90 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 3
to changes subsequent to the printing of this owner manual. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm each of the features found on your vehicle. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name "General Motors of Canada Limited" for Cadillac Motor - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 4
in injury or death. M : This symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. * : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information. A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 5
I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer LATCH System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure g : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors (: j: Heated Steering Wheel } : Power - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 6
vi Introduction 2 NOTES - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 7
Adjustment ...1-12 Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...1-12 Interior Lighting ...1-12 Exterior Lighting ...1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer Oil Life System ...Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) ...Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...Roadside Service ...OnStar® ... Performance and Maintenance Vehicle Features - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 8
1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel United States Version Shown; Canada Similar. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 9
DSC). See Manual Mode on page 9‑43. F. Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑43. G. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. See Driver Information Center (DIC) Controls on page 6‑1. 1-3 O. Automatic Transfer Case Control (Hybrid only). See the hybrid supplement for more information. P. Cruise Control on page 9‑ - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 10
that may or may not be on your specific vehicle. For more detailed information, refer to each of the features which can be found later in this owner manual. m to open the Press L and release to locate the vehicle. Press L and hold for three seconds to sound the panic alarm. Press K to unlock - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 11
With this feature the engine locks or the manual door locks. To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, push down or pull up on the manual lock knob. Turn the ignition on and then back off. . Power Door Locks If available, these switches are on the front doors. See Remote Vehicle Start on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 12
. Pull the switch up to raise it. For more information, see: . . . Press and hold & on the RKE transmitter until the liftgate starts moving. See Liftgate (Manual) on page 2‑9 or Liftgate (Power) on page 2‑10. Windows on page 2‑19. Power Windows on page 2‑20. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 13
. . Press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. Press and hold the top or bottom of the control to raise or lower the height of the support. . . See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3‑6 for more information. . See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3‑6 for more - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 14
the positions previously stored for the identified driver. See "Memory Features" under Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3 and Vehicle Personalization on up and forward to allow extra room to exit the vehicle. Memory Features The controls on the driver door are used to program and recall memory - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 15
can be tumbled or removed from the vehicle. For detailed instructions, see Third Row Seats on page 3‑14. The buttons With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the Sear Audio (RSA) panel on the rear of the center console. Press M or L to heat the left - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 16
for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. To achieve a comfortable seating position, change the seatback recline angle as little as necessary while keeping the seat and the head restraint height in the proper position. For more information see Head Restraints on page 3‑2 and Power - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 17
Power Mirrors on page 2‑16. United States Interior Mirror The automatic dimming rearview mirror reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. The dimming feature comes on and the indicator light illuminates each time the vehicle is started. Canada and Mexico See Passenger Sensing System on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 18
adjustable throttle and brake pedals that allow you to change their positions. Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps are located in position, see "Memory Features" in Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3. The switch used to adjust the pedals is located on the center console below the climate - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 19
lamps on or off, press the button located next to the lamp. For more information about interior lamps, see: ... 1-13 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps on page 6‑10. Reading Lamps on page . For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off position only works when the vehicle is shifted into the P (Park) position - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 20
1-14 In Brief AUTO: Automatically turns on the headlamps at normal brightness, along with the parking lamps, instrument panel lights, license plate lamps, and taillamps. Windshield Wiper/Washer Rear Wiper Window Wiper/Washer To turn the rear wiper on, slide the lever to a wiper position. ; : - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 21
D. Air Recirculation E. Rear Window Defogger F. Air Conditioning The DSC switch is located on the shift lever. To enable the DSC feature, move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) position. G. Heated and Cooled Seats H. Fan Control I. J. REAR (Rear Climate Control) Air Delivery Mode Control - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 22
desired range of gears for current driving conditions. See Manual Mode on page 9‑43. While using DSC, cruise control and the tow/haul mode can be used. Grade Braking is not available when DSC is active. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑43. Vehicle Features Radio(s) This vehicle's radio is part of the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 23
before it can be used in the vehicle. Not all phones will support all functions. For more information, visit www.gm.com/bluetooth. For and for equipped vehicles, the DVD, front auxiliary, and rear auxiliary. If available, some audio controls can be adjusted at the steering wheel. w/cx: Press to - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 24
The navigation system provides detailed maps of most major freeways and roads throughout the United States and Canada. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the destination. In addition, the system can help locate a variety of POIs (Points of - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 25
1-19 Driver Information Center (DIC) The DIC display is located at the bottom of the instrument panel cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems and enables access to the personalization menu. 3 : Press to display the odometer, trip odometer, fuel range, average economy, fuel used, timer - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 26
not need service. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9‑56 for more information. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) If available, this feature will alert every vehicle startup. It can be disabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC). If the message SIDE BLIND ZONE SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE appears on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 27
Inside the floor console storage bin. On the rear of the floor console. In the rear cargo area on the passenger side. . . The accessory power outlets openers, security systems, and home automation devices. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter. Because of - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 28
more information, see StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑47. Engine Oil Life System The engine oil life system calculates engine oil life based on vehicle use and displays a DIC message when it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter. The oil life system should be reset to 100% only following - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 29
and the current GPS location will be sent to an OnStar advisor who will assess your problem, contact Roadside Service, and relay your exact location to get the help you need. . . . Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 30
In Brief Online Owner Center (U.S. and Canada) The Online Owner Center is a complimentary service that includes online service reminders, vehicle maintenance tips, online owner manual, special privileges, and more. Sign up today at: www.cadillacownercenter.com (U.S.) or www.gm.ca (Canada). OnStar - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 31
available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available on all vehicles. For more information see the OnStar Owner's Guide or visit www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada your vehicle, OnStar service may not work. Other problems OnStar can't control may prevent service to you, such - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 32
), your OnStar subscription has expired and all services have been deactivated. Push Q to confirm to dial phone extensions. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information. OnStar® If the vehicle available in the OnStar Glove Box Kit, at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada), or by - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 33
Locking ...Automatic Door Locks ...Lockout Protection ...Safety Locks ...2-2 2-2 2-3 2-5 2-7 2-7 2-8 2-8 2-8 2-8 Doors Liftgate (Manual) ...2-9 Liftgate (Power) ...2-10 Power Assist Steps ...2-13 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-18 Vehicle Security Vehicle Security ...Anti - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 34
The key can be used for the ignition and door locks. See your dealer if a replacement key or additional key is needed. Notice: If the keys are locked out of your vehicle, contact Roadside Service. See Roadside Service (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Service (Mexico) on page 13‑10 for more - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 35
Similar) The following functions may be available if this vehicle has the RKE system: If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the turn signal lamps three seconds, all remaining doors unlock. The interior lamps may come on and stay on for 20 seconds or until the ignition is turned on. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 36
is programmed. Each vehicle can have up to eight transmitters programmed to it. See your dealer to have transmitters programmed to the vehicle. / (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press / to start the engine from outside the vehicle using the RKE transmitter. See Remote - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 37
Do not use the remote start feature if the vehicle is low on fuel. The vehicle may run out of fuel. If the vehicle has the remote start feature, the RKE transmitter functions will thin object inserted into the notch, located above the metal base. 2. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 38
start, insert and turn the key to ON/RUN to drive the vehicle. To manually shut off a remote start, do any of the following: . / (Remote Start transmitter if you have remote start. To start the vehicle using the remote start feature: 1. Aim the transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press and release Q. The - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 39
a remote vehicle start if the coolant temperature gets too high or if the oil pressure gets low. 2-7 WARNING (Continued) . Door Locks { WARNING Unlocked power door locks or manual door locks. To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, push down or pull up on the manual lock knob. Power - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 40
Lock" under Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40. Automatic Door Locks The vehicle may have an automatic lock/unlock feature. This feature can be programmed using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization on page 5‑40 for more information on DIC programming. Safety Locks The - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 41
2-9 Doors Liftgate (Manual) WARNING (Continued) recirculation mode off. That will force outside air into your vehicle. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on page 8‑1. . { WARNING It can be dangerous to drive with the liftglass or liftgate open because carbon monoxide (CO) gas can come into - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 42
function, your vehicle should be taken to a dealership for service. Liftgate (Power) Power Liftgate Operation WARNING (Continued) . overhead console. The vehicle must be in P (Park) to use the power liftgate feature. Close all of the windows. Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 43
battery conditions. If this occurs, the liftgate can still be operated manually. If the transmission is shifted out of P (Park) while support struts have lost pressure, the lamps will flash and a chime will sound. The liftgate will stay open temporarily, then slowly close. See your dealer for service - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 44
should be set to manual operation by pressing the OFF switch on the center console. The liftgate has should be taken to a dealer for service. Obstacle Detection Features If the liftgate encounters liftgate and the Manual Operation of Power Liftgate To change the liftgate to manual operation, press - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 45
doors are locked, the security light will flash. If the delayed locking feature is turned on, the theft‐deterrent system will not start the arming process used to disable the power assist steps is located on the center console below the climate control system. The power assist steps automatically - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 46
do not flash, the vehicle should be serviced by your dealer. Your vehicle's headlamps will flash and the through the window, unlock the door with the manual door lock and open the door. This should set Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310. If you - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 47
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 other key, the vehicle needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. See your dealer who can service the PASS-Key III+ - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 48
If you lose or damage your PASS-Key III+ key, see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to have a new key made. Do not on the right. Check the inside mirror or glance over your shoulder before changing lanes. The passenger side mirror is convex shaped. A convex mirror's surface - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 49
indicator on the mirror. An arrow on the mirror flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 50
), or the ignition is turned off or to OFF/LOCK. Turn this feature on or off through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑26 for more information. Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Automatic dimming reduces the glare of lights from - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 51
dealer for more information about OnStar and how to subscribe to it. See the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information about the services towel dampened with water. The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel economy performance. This may result in a pulsing sound when either rear window - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 52
once the ignition has been turned off. For more information, see Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑35. Power Windows { WARNING Leaving children operation of the windows. Express-Down/Up Windows Windows with the express feature allow the windows to be raised and lowered all the way without - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 53
obstruction or condition is removed. In an emergency, the anti‐pinch feature can be overridden in a supervised mode. Hold the window switch all follow these steps: 2-21 1. With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY, ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active, close all doors. 2. Press and - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 54
The light on the button will illuminate, indicating the feature is in use. The rear windows still can be raised or lowered using block glare. Detach the sun visor from the center mount to pivot to the side window, or to extend along the rod, if available. A. Open or Close Sunroof B. Vent On - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 55
when the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY, or in Retained Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑35 for more information be opened and closed manually. If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 56
2-24 Keys, Doors and Windows 2 NOTES - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 57
Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat Position) ...Securing Child Restraints (Center Front Seat Position) ...Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Seat See After an Airbag Inflates? ...3-42 Passenger Sensing System ...3-44 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...3-48 Adding Equipment to the Airbag- - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 58
head restraints for all occupants are installed and adjusted properly. Adjust the head restraint so that the top of the restraint is at the same height as the top of the occupant's head. This position reduces the chance of a neck injury in a crash. Pull the head restraint up to raise it - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 59
Seats and Restraints Push down on the head restraint after the button is released to make sure that it is locked in place. The head restraints are not designed to be removed. The vehicle's 2nd-row seats have head restraints in the outboard seating positions that cannot be adjusted. The vehicle's 3rd - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 60
mirrors, power steering column, and adjustable throttle and brake pedals will move to the positions previously stored for the identified driver. Memory Features The controls on the driver door are used to program and recall memory settings for the driver seat, outside mirrors, power steering - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 61
the appropriate manual control for the memory item that is not recalling for two seconds. Try recalling the memory position again by pressing the appropriate memory button. If the memory position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service. Easy Exit Positions 3-5 This feature can move - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 62
again. If the exit position is still not recalling, see your dealer for service. See "Easy Exit Recall" and "Easy Exit Setup" under Vehicle not moving. To adjust the lumbar support: . Press and hold the front or rear of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. Press and hold the top or - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 63
Seats and Restraints WARNING (Continued) The shoulder belt cannot do its job because it will not be against your body. Instead, it will be in front of you. In a crash, you could go into it, receiving neck or other injuries. The lap belt cannot do its job either. In a crash, the belt could go up over - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 64
3-8 Seats and Restraints One of these symbols appears on the climate control display when this feature is on. Press the desired button once for the highest setting. With each press of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. The buttons are on the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 65
If you cannot feel temperature change or pain to the skin setting. With each press of the button, the heated seat changes to the next lower setting, and then the off setting. after the ignition is turned off. To use this feature after the vehicle is restarted, press the desired button. The - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 66
folded and tumbled for easy entry and exit to the third row seat, if equipped. The seat has either the manual fold and tumble feature or the automatic seat release fold and tumble feature. { WARNING If either seatback is not locked, it could move forward in a sudden stop or crash. That could cause - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 67
Seats and Restraints Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat To fold and tumble the seat seat, to release the seatback. The seatback will fold forward to create a flat load floor. If the seatback cannot fold flat, try moving the front seat forward and/or put the front seatback - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 68
and return them to their normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. 3. Lift the lever again to release the rear of the seat from the floor. The seat will tumble forward. 60/40 Split-Bench Seat Shown, Bucket Seat Similar 2. Lift the lever, on the bottom rear of the second row - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 69
Seats and Restraints Automatic Fold and Tumble Feature The transmission must be in P (Park) for this feature to work. 3-13 WARNING (Continued) could cause injury in a sudden stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position. Push - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 70
seat down until it latches to the floor. The seatback cannot be raised if the seat is not latched to the floor. { WARNING A safety belt that is For the 60/40 split-bench seat, make sure the safety belt in the center seating position is not caught between the two seats and is not twisted. Third - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 71
under, in front of, or on the seat. 3. Fold the seatbacks forward using lever "1" and the instructions listed previously under "Folding the Seatback." The seat cannot be unlatched from the floor unless the seatback is folded. { WARNING 3. Lift the release lever "1," on the bottom rear of the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 72
the seat is latched to the floor. 5. Raise the seatback to the upright position. Removing the Third Row Seat To remove the seat: 1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat. 2. Fold the seatbacks forward using lever "1" and the instructions listed previously under "Folding the Seatback - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 73
the rear of the seat "3 Removal Only" toward the rear of the vehicle. 4. Roll the seat out of the vehicle. There is a track in the floor to guide the seat wheels out of the vehicle. 3. Lower the rear of the seat and push down on the seat to engage the rear - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 74
, and are not twisted. 7. Make sure the safety belts are returned to the original position over the seatbacks. Safety Belts This section of the manual describes how to use safety belts properly. It also describes some things not to do with safety belts. { WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 75
Seats and Restraints In most states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts. Here is why: You never know if you will be in a crash. If you do have a crash, you do not know if it will be a serious one. A few crashes are mild, and some crashes can be so serious that even - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 76
3-20 Seats and Restraints 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... or the instrument panel... - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 77
Seats and Restraints Questions and Answers About Safety Belts Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt? A: You could be - whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. But your chance of being conscious during and after an accident, so you can unbuckle and get - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 78
in a crash. And they can strike others in the vehicle who are wearing safety belts. Sit up straight and always keep your feet on the floor in front of you. The lap part of the belt should be worn low and snug on the hips, just - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 79
Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? 3-23 { WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the 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. Q: What is wrong with this? A: The - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 80
3-24 Seats and Restraints { WARNING You can be seriously hurt if the 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 be worn low and snug on the hips, just touching the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 81
Seats and Restraints Q: What is wrong with this? 3-25 { WARNING You can be seriously injured if the 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 82
3-26 Seats and Restraints { WARNING You can be seriously injured if you wear the shoulder belt under your arm. In a crash, your body would move too far forward, which would increase the chance of head and neck injury. Also, the belt would apply too much force to the ribs, which are not as strong - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 83
this? 3-27 Lap-Shoulder Belt All seating positions in the vehicle have a lap-shoulder belt except for the center front passenger position, if equipped, which has a lap belt. See Lap Belt on page 3‑33 for more twisted, make it straight so it can work properly, or ask your dealer to fix it. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 84
all the way and start again. Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the right front seating position may affect the passenger sensing system on page 3‑44 for more information. Cinching Latch Plate The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 85
Seats and Restraints 4. If equipped with a shoulder belt height adjuster, move it to the height that is right for you. See "Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster" in this section for instructions on use and important safety information. 3-29 To unlatch the belt, push the button on the buckle. The belt - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 86
Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may of the height adjuster and move the height adjuster to the desired position. The adjuster can be moved up just by pushing up on the shoulder belt guide. After - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 87
and Restraints 3-31 Second Row Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 1. For the second row, remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body. Third Row If your vehicle has a third row, remove the guide from its storage pocket on the side of the seat. 2. Place - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 88
are best able to take belt restraining forces. To remove and 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 storage pocket on the side of the seat. Safety Belt Use - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 89
the lap belt. To learn how to wear a lap-shoulder belt, see Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑27. The vehicle may have a center seating position. When you sit in the center front seating position, you have a lap safety belt, which has no retractor. A pregnant woman should wear a lap-shoulder belt, and the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 90
or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can the regular safety belt. For more information, see the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 91
safety belts may not be necessary. But the safety belt assemblies that were used during any crash may have been stressed or damaged. See your dealer to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety belt system was not being - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 92
3-36 Seats and Restraints With roof-rail airbags, the word AIRBAG will appear along the headliner or trim. Airbags are designed to supplement the protection provided by safety belts. Even though today's airbags are also designed to help reduce the risk of injury from the force of an inflating bag, - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 93
panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions. The light tells you if there is an electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑16 for more information. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 94
3-38 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? The driver frontal airbag is in the middle of the steering wheel. The right front passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar The seat‐mounted side impact airbags for the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 95
airbag, and do not attach or put anything on the steering wheel hub or on or near any other airbag covering. Do not use seat accessories that block the inflation path of a seat-mounted side impact airbag. Never secure anything to the roof of a vehicle with roof-rail airbags by routing - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 96
likely to be in time for the airbags to inflate and help restrain the occupants. Whether the frontal airbags will or should deploy is not based on how fast your vehicle is traveling. It depends largely on what you hit, the direction of the impact, and how quickly your vehicle slows - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 97
because of the damage to a vehicle or because of what the repair costs were. For frontal airbags, inflation is determined by what the vehicle the sensing system sends an electrical signal triggering a release of gas from the inflator. Gas from the inflator fills the airbag causing the bag to break - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 98
3-42 Seats and Restraints Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first, second, and third rows, if equipped with a third row seat. The rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help reduce the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 99
problems following an airbag deployment, you should seek medical attention. The vehicle may have a feature that may automatically unlock the doors, turn on the interior lamps and hazard warning flashers, and shut off the fuel and possibly other parts. The service manual for your vehicle covers the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 100
airbag systems. Improper service can mean that an airbag system will not work properly. See your dealer for service. United States Passenger passenger position, the label on the vehicle's sun visors refers to "ADVANCED AIRBAGS". Canada and Mexico The words ON and OFF, or the symbols for on and off - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 101
is present in a child restraint. A right front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of time. There is a critical problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. . . . { WARNING A child in a rear-facing child restraint can be seriously injured or killed if - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 102
Restraints (Rear Seat Position) on page 3‑68 or Securing Child Restraints (Center Front Seat Position) on page 3‑71 or Securing Child Restraints (Right Front yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑16 for more information, - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 103
, seat covers, seat heaters, or seat massagers. 3. Place the seatback in the fully upright position. 4. Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with legs comfortably extended. 5. Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for two to three minutes - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 104
belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature will be engaged. This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 105
) proper service procedures, change the vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, front end or side sheet metal, they may keep the airbag system from working properly. Changing the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑1 or - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 106
in Step Two of the Customer Satisfaction Procedure in this manual. See Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑1 or Customer Satisfaction Procedure (Mexico) on page 13‑3. In addition, your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag sensors - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 107
serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑16 for more information. 3-51 Child Restraints Older Children The manufacturer's instructions that come with the booster seat state the weight and height safety belt comfort guide. See "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" under Lap-Shoulder - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 108
fatal internal injuries in a crash. Also see "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3‑27. According to accident statistics , return to the booster seat. Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 109
Everyone in a vehicle needs protection! 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 110
3-54 Seats and Restraints { WARNING 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 111
vehicle owner, are available in four basic types. Selection of a particular restraint should take into consideration not only the child's weight, height, the risk of neck and head injury during a crash, infants need complete support. This is because an infant's neck is not fully developed and its - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 112
3-56 Seats and Restraints Child Restraint Systems (B) Forward-Facing Child Seat (A) Rear‐Facing Infant Seat A rear-facing infant seat (A) provides restraint with the seating surface against the back of the infant. The harness system holds the infant in place and, in a crash, acts to keep the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 113
, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the some areas of the United States and Canada, Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPSTs) are available to inspect and demonstrate how to correctly - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 114
3-58 Seats and Restraints Where to Put the Restraint According to accident statistics, children and infants are safer when properly restrained in a child restraint system or infant restraint system secured in a rear seating position. We recommend that children and child restraints be secured in a - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 115
Do not use child restraints in the center front seat position. When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with your child restraint to the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 116
the LATCH system in your vehicle, you need a child restraint that has LATCH attachments. The child restraint manufacturer will provide you with instructions on how to use the child restraint and its attachments. The following explains how to attach a child restraint with these attachments in your - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 117
attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your child restraint. 3-61 Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 118
install two top tethers using the same top tether anchor. For models with 60/40 second row seating, the rear right side passenger and center seating positions have exposed metal anchors located in the crease between the seatback and the seat cushion. For models with second row bucket seats, both - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 119
a national or local law requires that the top tether be attached, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top tether must be attached. According for either the third row center or driver side seating position. Never install two top tethers using the same top tether - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 120
seriously injured or killed. Install a LATCH-type child restraint properly using the anchors, or use the vehicle safety belts to secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with the child restraint and the instructions in this manual. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 121
anchors, secure the child restraint with the top tether and the safety belts. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. 1.1. Find the lower anchors for the desired seating position. 1.2. Put the child restraint on the seat. 1.3. Attach and tighten - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 122
3-66 Seats and Restraints . If the position you are using does not have a headrest or head restraint and you are using a 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 123
WARNING (Continued) resulting in serious injury or even death in a crash. To help make sure the LATCH system is working properly after a crash, see your dealer to have the system inspected and any necessary replacements made as soon as possible. If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 124
tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 125
. 2. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. For third row seating positions, with cinching latch plates, tilt the latch plate to adjust the belt if needed. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 126
3-70 Seats and Restraints 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. 4. For passenger seating positions with a lap‐shoulder belt and a free‐falling latch plate, pull the rest - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 127
has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors to a top tether anchor, disconnect it. 3-71 Securing Child Restraints (Center Front Seat Position) Securing Child Restraints (Right Front Seat Position) This vehicle - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 128
tether anchor if a national or local law requires that the top tether be anchored, or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 129
. 3. Pick up the latch plate, and run the lap and shoulder portions of the vehicle's safety belt through or around the restraint. The child restraint instructions will show you how. 3-73 4. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. Position the release button on the buckle so that the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 130
3-74 Seats and Restraints Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6. 7. Before placing a child in the child restraint, make sure it is securely held in place. To check, grasp the child restraint at the safety - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 131
with heated and cooled cupholders, these are located in the front center console. Press down on the access door release button to open door. Roof Rack System Roof Rack System ...4-3 Cupholders Cupholders are in the center console for the front passengers. Press down on the access door release to - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 132
knobs and pull the storage door to access. The door can be removed. Pull down on the lid to access the cupholders in the rear floor console. Vehicles with the rear seat armrest may also contain cupholders. Pull down the armrest to use the cupholders. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 133
GM Certified crossrails can be purchased as an accessory. See your dealer for additional information. For vehicles with crossrails, until tightened. Tie the load to the siderails or siderail supports. Notice: Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs center of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 134
they will go. Tie the load to the crossrails and the siderails or siderail supports. Also tie the load to the bumpers. Do not tie the load so a crossrail, be sure it is securely locked into the siderail. . . A Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) is located above the glass or above the rear load - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 135
13 Odometer ...5-13 Trip Odometer ...5-13 Tachometer ...5-13 Fuel Gauge ...5-13 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ...5-14 Safety Light ...5-23 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ...5-23 Tire Pressure Light ...5-23 Engine Oil Pressure Light ...5-24 Security Light ...5-25 High-Beam On Light ...5-25 Front - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 136
Messages ...Door Ajar Messages ...Engine Cooling System Messages ...Engine Oil Messages ...Engine Power Messages ...Fuel System Messages ...Key and Lock Messages ...Lamp Messages ...Object wheel up or down. To set the memory position, see "Memory Features" in Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 137
Instruments and Controls 5-3 Steering Wheel Controls Radio To select preset or favorite radio stations: Press and release w or c x to go to the next or previous radio station stored as a preset or favorite. CD/DVD To select tracks on a CD/DVD: Press and release w or c x to go to the next or - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 138
interact with those systems. See Bluetooth on page 7‑103 and the OnStar Owner's Guide for more information. Navigating an iPod or USB Device on the Main Audio initiate voice recognition. See "Voice Recognition" in the Navigation System manual for more information. b g (Mute/Push to Talk): Press to - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 139
Press to turn the heated steering wheel on or off. A light on the button displays when the feature is turned on. The steering wheel takes about three minutes to start heating. Single wipe, turn to . Horn To sound the horn, press the center pad on the steering wheel. 6 wipes. (Low Speed): Slow - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 140
blocking your vision. The rear wiper control is located on the turn and lane‐change lever. To turn the rear wiper on, slide the lever to a wiper position in the Driver Information Center (DIC). Compass Zone The zone is set to zone eight upon leaving the factory. Your dealer will set the correct - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 141
TO CHANGE COMPASS ZONE displays. 2. Find the vehicle's current location and variance zone number on the map. Zones 1 through 15 are available. 3. Press the set/reset button to scroll through and select the appropriate variance zone. 4. Press the trip/fuel button until the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 142
will then return to the previous menu. If the DIC display does not show a heading, for example, N for North, or the heading does not change after making turns, there may be a strong magnetic field interfering with the compass. Such interference may be caused by a magnetic CB or cell phone antenna - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 143
plugs may not be compatible with the accessory power outlet and could overload adapter or vehicle fuses. If a problem is experienced, see your dealer. When adding electrical equipment, be sure to follow the proper installation instructions included with the equipment. Do not use equipment exceeding - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 144
and plug it back in or turn the Remote Accessory Power (RAP) off and then back on. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑35 . Power Outlet while it is heating. The power outlet is located on the rear of the center console. The power outlet is not designed for and may not work properly, if - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 145
pull it from the center console. Slide it problem with the vehicle. When one of the warning lights comes on and stays on while driving, or when one of the gauges 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 146
5-12 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 147
Instruments and Controls If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. If the vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed, the new one will be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer. 5-13 Fuel Gauge Speedometer The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 148
Controls Here are some situations owners may experience with the fuel gauge. None of these indicate a problem with the fuel gauge. . Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge At the gas station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full. It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 149
Instruments and Controls 5-15 Safety Belt Reminders Driver Safety Belt Reminder Light When the engine is started, a chime sounds for several seconds to remind a driver to fasten the safety belt, unless the driver safety belt is already buckled. This chime and light sequence are repeated if the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 150
in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away. If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message can also come on. See Airbag System Messages on page 5‑38 for more information. Passenger - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 151
lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. 5-17 { WARNING If the airbag readiness vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑16 for more information, including important safety information. Canada and - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 152
belt, or that there is an electrical problem. Have it checked right away. If the vehicle must be driven a short distance with the light on, turn off accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. Charging System Light - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 153
II problem and service is required. Malfunctions often are indicated by the system before any problem is fuel economy might not be as good, and the engine might not run as smoothly. This could lead to costly previous steps and see your dealer for service as soon as possible. Light On Steady: - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 154
of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used. It will require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Recommended Fuel on page 9‑64. If none of the above have made the light turn off, your dealer can check the vehicle. The dealer has the proper test equipment - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 155
still does not pass the inspection, your dealer can prepare the vehicle for inspection. Brake sounds there could be a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected by your dealer. This light can also come on will be ready to warn if there is a problem. If the light comes on while driving, pull - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 156
have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the problem with the regular brakes. See Brake System Warning Light on page 5‑21. For vehicles with a Driver Information Center (DIC), see Brake System Messages on page 5‑31 for all brake related DIC messages. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 157
Light For vehicles with the Tow/Haul Mode feature, this light comes on when the Tow/Haul dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the light comes on and stays on while driving, there might be a problem with the StabiliTrak system and the vehicle may need service - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 158
serviced by your dealer. If the system is working normally the indicator light then goes off. If the light comes on and stays on, 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. If the vehicle is a hybrid - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 159
Instruments and Controls 5-25 Security Light Front Fog Lamp Light See Exterior Lamp Controls on page 6‑1 for more information. Cruise Control Light For information regarding this light and the vehicle's security system, see Anti-Theft Alarm System on page 2‑13. The front fog lamp light comes - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 160
. DIC Buttons Information Displays Driver Information Center (DIC) Your vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC). The DIC displays information about your vehicle. It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. The DIC also allows some features to be customized. See Vehicle - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 161
to display the oil life, units, 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 customize the feature settings on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 162
. This display shows the current fuel economy at a particular moment and will change frequently as driving conditions change. This display shows the instantaneous fuel economy in liters per 100 kilometers (L/100 km) or miles per gallon (mpg). Unlike average economy, this screen cannot be reset - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 163
. See "CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON" under Engine Oil Messages on page 5‑34. You should change the oil as soon as you can. See Engine Oil on page 10‑7. In addition to the engine oil life system monitoring the oil life, additional maintenance is recommended in the Maintenance Schedule in this manual. See - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 164
be a problem with your vehicle. If this consistently occurs, see your dealer for service. Battery Voltage show HIGH. Your vehicle's charging system regulates voltage based on the state of the battery. The battery on page 5‑31. Oil Pressure This display will show the oil pressure in either pounds - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 165
. See Charging System Light on page 5‑18. 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. Brake System Messages SERVICE BRAKE SYSTEM This message displays along with the brake system - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 166
is a problem with the brake system. If this message appears, stop as soon as possible and turn off the vehicle. Restart the vehicle and check for the message on the DIC display. If the message is still displayed or appears again when you begin driving, the brake system needs service. See your dealer - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 167
air conditioning compressor turns back on. You can continue to drive your vehicle. If this message continues to appear, have the system repaired by your dealer as soon as possible to avoid damage to the engine. ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE Notice: If you drive the vehicle while the engine is - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 168
and have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. See Engine Oil on page 10‑7. Engine Oil Messages CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON This message displays when the engine oil needs 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 169
right headlamp is out and needs to be serviced. See "LED Lighting" in LED Lighting on page 10‑36 for more information. TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message may display along with the check engine light on the instrument panel cluster if the fuel cap is not tightened properly. See Malfunction Indicator Lamp - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 170
there is a problem with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system. Do not use this system to help you park. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑54 for more information. See your dealer for service. Object Detection System Messages PARKING ASSIST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL If your vehicle - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 171
instructions, see "Washing Your Vehicle" in Exterior Care on page 10‑90. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9‑56 for more information. 5-37 SERVICE this message still comes on, it means there is a problem. You should see your dealer for service. The vehicle is safe to drive, however, you do - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 172
engine. See Immobilizer Operation on page 2‑15 for more information. . Airbag System Messages SERVICE AIR BAG This message displays if there is a problem with the airbag system. Have your dealer inspect the system for problems. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5‑16 and Airbag System on page 3‑35 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 173
Instruments and Controls 5-39 Tire Messages SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM On vehicles with the Tire more information. If the warning comes on and stays on, there may be a problem with the TPMS. See your dealer. TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 174
options may not be available on your vehicle. Only the options available will be displayed on the DIC. The default settings for the customization features were set when your vehicle left the factory, but may have been changed transmission. This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 175
available customizable options. Press the customization button until the PRESS V TO DISPLAY IN ENGLISH screen appears on the DIC display. Press the set/reset button once to display all DIC messages in English. DISPLAY LANGUAGE This feature . NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 176
out of the ignition. ALL IN PARK (default): All of the doors will unlock when the vehicle is shifted into P (Park). NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the DIC - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 177
transmitter, and the horn will sound when the lock button is pressed again within five seconds of the previous command. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 178
vehicle's doors. ON (default): The doors will not lock until five seconds after the last door or the liftgate is closed. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 179
following settings: OFF (default): The IntelliBeam system will be turned off. ON: The IntelliBeam system will be turned on. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 180
settings: NORMAL: The chime volume will be set to a normal level. LOUD: The chime volume will be set to a loud level. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. There is no default for chime volume. The volume will stay at the last known setting. To - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 181
steering column will stay in the original exit position, unless a memory recall took place prior to removing the key again. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 182
Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter is pressed. On some vehicles with the adjustable throttle and brake pedal feature, the pedals will also automatically move. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 183
the following settings: OFF: The digital speedometer will be disabled. ON (default): The digital speedometer will be enabled. NO CHANGE: No change will be made to this feature. The current setting will remain. To select a setting, press the set/reset button while the desired setting is displayed on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 184
stop and reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Read the instructions completely before attempting 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 185
. The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends. See "Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons" in this section. Park the the motor-head unit and may be a colored button. Press this button. After pressing this button, complete the following steps in less than - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 186
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 probably a Fixed Code unit. Follow the programming instructions that follow for a Fixed Code garage door opener. 3. Immediately return to the vehicle. Press and - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 187
unit to program the Universal Home Remote. The motor head dip switch settings can also be used when the original hand-held transmitter is not available. 5-53 The switch positions on the hand-held transmitter could be labeled as follows: . A switch in the up position could be labeled as Up, +, or - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 188
5-54 . Instruments and Controls If a switch is set between the up and down position, write "Middle." The switch settings written down in Step 2 now become the button strokes to be entered into the Universal Home Remote in Step 4. Be sure to enter the switch settings written down in Step 2, in order - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 189
the customer assistance phone number under Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑5 or Customer Assistance Offices (Mexico) on page the three buttons can be reprogrammed by repeating the instructions. Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons The programmed buttons should be erased - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 190
5-56 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 191
Hazard Warning Flashers ...6-8 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...6-9 Fog Lamps ...6-9 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ...6-10 Dome Lamps ...6-10 Reading Lamps ...6-11 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls Lighting Features Entry Lighting ...6-11 Exit Lighting ...6-11 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 192
(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 vehicle is shifted into the P (Park) position. ; (Parking Lamps): ... Turns on the parking lamps together with the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 193
Lighting IntelliBeam® Intelligent High-Beam Headlamp Control System For vehicles with this feature, be sure to read this entire section before using it. IntelliBeam is an enhancement to the vehicle's headlamp system. Using a digital light sensor on the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 194
If IntelliBeam was using low-beams prior to this action, the IntelliBeam feature will be temporarily disabled until the stalk is returned to the neutral position snow and/or road spray. . . You may need to manually disable or cancel the high-beam headlamps by turning the low-beam headlamps on, - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 195
the IntelliBeam button on the mirror. A different sensitivity setting is available for dealer diagnostics. This is done by pushing and holding this button for is open, a reminder chime sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are manually turned on and the key is out of the ignition. To turn off - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 196
change the headlamps from low to high beam, push the lever toward the instrument panel. To return to low-beam headlamps, pull the multifunction lever toward you. Then release it. Flash-to-Pass This feature are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. The DRL system comes on when the following - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 197
the headlamps. To turn off 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 P (Park) position before the DRL lamps can be turned off. 6-7 Automatic Headlamp System When it is dark enough outside - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 198
you exit the vehicle. This feature can be programmed using the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Vehicle Personalization affected when the light sensor detects a change in lighting lasting longer than the delay. others that you are having trouble. Press again to turn the flashers off. When - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 199
on the instrument panel cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the lever all the way up or down to signal a turn for less than one second until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. This causes the turn signals to automatically flash three times. It will flash - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 200
that require the headlamps to be on along with the fog lamps. Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control Push the knob to extend out and manually turn on the dome lamps. The dome lamps remain on until the knob is turned counterclockwise. D (Instrument Panel Brightness): This feature - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 201
The vehicle has an illuminated entry feature. When the doors are opened, the dome lamps will come on if the dome override button is in the extended position. If the dome override button is pressed in, the lamps will not come on. Exit Lighting The interior lamps come on when the key - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 202
, engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into accessory power outlets. EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of the Center (DIC), you may see the voltage move up or down. This is normal. If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed. Battery Power Protection This feature - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 203
Feature ...7-3 Overview ...7-3 Rear Seat Infotainment Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System (Overhead) ...7-33 Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System (Headrest DVD) ...7-43 Rear Seat Audio (RSA) System ...7-58 Vehicle Positioning ...Problems with Route Guidance ...If the System Needs Service - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 204
available when the vehicle is parked. Do the following before driving: . Introduction Infotainment Read this manual the drive. A few 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 205
. . 7-3 Theft-Deterrent Feature TheftLock® is designed to be alert and obey traffic and roadway laws and instructions, regardless of the guidance from the navigation system. does not include all traffic restrictions or the latest road changes, it may suggest using a road that is now options. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 206
7-4 Infotainment System A. B. O / n (Power/Volume) Z (Eject) 0 (Zoom In) Touch Screen Button North Up/Heading Up Symbol C. Mark Touch Screen Button D. E. Map Scale F. G. No GPS Symbol H. Full map Touch Screen Button I. J. Source (AM, FM, XM, CD, etc.) Clock Touch Screen Button K. POI (Point of - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 207
change the navigation screens from English or metric, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑26 for more information. Limit Features While Driving The navigation system may have this feature. Touch the Limit Features or returning a leased vehicle. See "Edit Address Book - Edit/View" under - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 208
5‑8 to change the analog clock time. To set the time for the navigation system: 1. Press CONFIG to enter the configure menu options, then press /province screen button, if needed, to change the current state or province. A list of all of the available states and provinces appear. Select the state - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 209
the system on. 2. A caution may appear. Press OK to proceed. 3. Press DEST. 4. Press i Point of Interest. 5. Select the state/province screen button, if needed, to change the current state or province. A list of all of the available states and provinces appear. Select the state or province. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 210
. The name appears in that preset destination screen button and is now available to select from the Destination Entry screen. See "Using Your Stored Preset this section to select it as a destination. See "Adding or Changing Preset Destinations" under Destination on page 7‑69 for more information on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 211
appear. Press OK to proceed. 3. Press DEST. 4. Select one of the available preset destination screen buttons. A map screen, with the destination marked appears. 5. of voice guidance prompts: 1. Press CONFIG to enter the menu options, then press CONFIG again, repeatedly until Nav is selected or press - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 212
with the vehicle before installing it. See "Accessories and Modifications" in the vehicle's owner manual. 3. Press and hold for more than two-way radio, make sure that it can be added by checking with your dealer. Also, check federal rules covering mobile radio and telephone units. If sound - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 213
, press the source screen (AM, FM, XM (if equipped), CD, etc.) button. The display splits between the audio screen and the map screen. All station-changing functions can be performed from this screen. FM Source Shown, Other Sources Similar If you do not want to view a split screen or you are - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 214
and right arrow screen buttons to change categories. The station information appears to select if stations in the broadcast area support Radio Data Systems (RDS). 2 Refresh List: of the station or channel displays. Storing Radio Station Presets This feature stores a mix of up to 30 AM, FM, and XM - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 215
can be used while listening to the audio system. Not all DSP modes are available for all source types. The type of DSP selected is displayed on the status line The system automatically stores audio adjustment settings as changes are made for each audio source including AM, FM, XM (if equipped), CD - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 216
affect of surround sound listening. This button is only available when playing DVD video discs that support 5.1 audio and if the RSA is off. Music or press the Radio screen button to make changes for radio information displayed or to limit features while driving, number of preset pages, XM - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 217
XM Categories (US and Canada) Press the Remove/Add color. Press the category to be added or removed. Press the Restore All Categories screen button to add all categories that have been removed. 7-15 Radio Data System (RDS) The audio system has a Radio Data System (RDS). RDS features are available - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 218
system is working properly. No Information: No text or informational messages are available. The system is working properly. Satellite Radio XM™ Satellite Radio Service XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. XM Satellite Radio - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 219
vehicles. If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced, check with your dealer. XM Radio ID: If tuned to channel 0, this accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 220
7-18 Infotainment System If a cellular telephone antenna needs to be attached to the glass, make sure that the grid lines for the AM-FM antenna are not damaged. There is enough space between the grid lines to attach a cellular telephone antenna without interfering with radio reception. Notice: - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 221
Playing an Audio CD CD Player While playing a CD, the navigation system is available. When you insert a CD, the CD tab displays. If a DSP setting ." j / r (Pause/Play): Press to pause the CD. This button will then change to the play button. Press the play button to play the CD. Random: 1. Press - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 222
. The rear seat passengers can power on the video screen and use the remote control to navigate the disc. See the Rear Seat Infotainment user guide for more information. The DVD player is only compatible with DVDs of the appropriate region code that is printed on the jacket of most DVDs - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 223
screen and use the remote control to navigate through the DVD. DVD Menu Options Options: Press to view the menu option screen buttons. Menu options are available when they are highlighted. Some menu options are only available when the DVD is not playing. Cursor: Press to access the cursor menu - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 224
. Subtitle: Press 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. Hide Options: Press to remove all menu options from the display, except Options and Cursor. Top Menu: Press to display the first menu of - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 225
: Press to display the DVD Setup screen. This button is only available when the DVD is not playing. The DVD Setup screen allows you to change the brightness, contrast, and mode, change the viewing on the monitor and to change the initial settings; language, parental level, and aspect. Press the up - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 226
rating level, press the Parental Level button, then press the Password button. Type in the password and then change the rating level. If the password has been forgotten, contact your dealer. This may not be available on all DVDs. Aspect: Press to change the aspect ratio of the DVD. This may not be - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 227
in a mild neutral detergent solution mixed with water, and clean it. Wipe the disc from the center to the outer edge. Notice: If a label is added to a CD or DVD, or hour and try again. There may have been a problem while burning the CD/DVD. The label may be caught in the CD/DVD player. . . . . . - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 228
on an iPod. FAT16 FAT32 Connecting a USB Storage Device or iPod® The USB Port, located in the center console, can be used to control an iPod or a USB storage device. To avoid connection problems, extension cords are not recommended. Use only the cable that came with the device. To connect a USB - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 229
will display. The iPod or USB storage device should not be pulled out from the USB dock. To safely remove it, press Eject. 2. Press the center screen button to enter the music navigator main screen. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 230
16 kHz, 22.05 kHz, 24 kHz, 32 kHz, and 44.1 kHz. Bit rates supported: 32, 40, 48, 56, 64, 80, 96, 112, 128, 160, 192, 224 320 kbps. ID3 tag information is displayed by the radio if it is available. The radio supports ID3 tag information v1.0, v1.1, or v2.0. The radio will display a filename, song name - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 231
Infotainment System . 7-29 Maximum 32 characters, including spaces, in a file or folder name. Maximum number of folders is 100 with a maximum hierarchy of eight folders. Create a folder structure that makes it easy to find songs while driving. Organize songs by albums using one folder for each - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 232
turn off random play. Playing an MP3 While playing a CD, the navigation system is available. When you insert a CD, the CD tab displays. If a DSP setting is sound at a reduced volume. Press to pause the CD. This button will then change to the play button. Press the play button to play the CD. j / - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 233
Infotainment System 7-31 q r (Folder/Artist/Album): 1. Select the left or right arrow to go to the previous or next folder, artist, or album on the disc. 2. Press the middle screen button, with the folder, artist, or album name, to sort the MP3 by folder, artist, or album. It may take a few - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 234
device must be connected for the AUX screen button to appear as an option to select. 3. For the second row display select the Rear AUX screen can also use the remote control to change the functions of the RSE. See the Rear Seat Infotainment user guide for more information. To use a portable - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 235
off by inserting or ejecting any disc, pressing the play icon on the radio DVD display menu, or changing an ignition position. Parental Control The RSE system may have a Parental Control feature, depending on which radio the vehicle has. To start Parental Control, press and hold the radio power - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 236
to the radio, CDs, DVDs, MP3s, DVD‐As, or any auxiliary source connected to A/V jacks or the auxiliary input jack, if the vehicle has this feature. The wireless headphones have an On/Off button, channel 1 or 2 switch, and a volume control. If the vehicle has a third row video screen display, it has - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 237
, then prompt zero (0), or contact your dealer. Battery Replacement To change the batteries on the headphones: 1. Turn Audio/Video (A/V) Jacks The A/V jacks, located on the rear of the floor console, allow audio or video signals to be connected from an auxiliary device instructions for proper usage. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 238
menu. To change any feature: 1. Press the z (display menu) button on the remote control. 2. Use the remote control n, q, p, o (navigation) arrows and the r (enter) button to use the setup menu. 3. Press the z button again to remove the setup menu from the screen. The A/V jacks are color coded to - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 239
on page 7‑58 for more information. When a device is connected to the A/V jacks, or the radio's auxiliary input jack if the vehicle has this feature, the rear seat passengers are able to hear audio from the auxiliary device through the wireless or wired headphones. The front seat passengers are able - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 240
7-38 Infotainment System Objects blocking the line of sight could also affect the function of the remote control. If a CD or DVD is in the Radio DVD slot, the remote control O (power) button can be used to turn on the video screen display and start the disc. The radio can also turn on the video - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 241
Infotainment System 7-39 r (Enter): Press this button to select the choice that is highlighted in any menu. z (Display Menu): Press this button to adjust the brightness, screen display mode (normal, full, or zoom), and display the language menu. q (Return): Press this button to exit the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 242
or the previews. 2 (Camera): Press this button to change camera angles on DVDs that have this feature while a DVD is playing. The format and content of this button to turn on or off subtitles and to move through subtitle options when a DVD is playing. The format and content of this function vary - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 243
Infotainment System Battery Replacement To change the remote control batteries: 1. Slide the rear cool, dry place. 7-41 Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem There is no power. Recommended Action The ignition might not be turned to ON/RUN or ACC/ACCESSORY. The picture does not fill the Check - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 244
7-42 Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont.) Problem Recommended Action If the stop button headphones are on correctly using the L (left) and R (right) on the headphones. See your dealer for assistance. The remote and/or the headphones are lost. The DVD is playing, but there is - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 245
information about the Overhead DVD RSE system. The vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the RSE system can be played even after the ignition is turned off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑35 for more information. Video Display - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 246
forwarding or skipping of the copyright information or previews. If the DVD does not begin playing at the main title, refer to the on-screen instructions. The DVD player can be controlled by using the buttons located below the video display screen or by using the buttons on the system's remote - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 247
to press the play button again to begin play. There is a play position memory feature for DVD and video CD only. If the DVD player is turned off and and both A/V inputs. 7-45 Infrared Remote Sensor: Located in the top center of the video display screen. Do not block the signal from the remote - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 248
7-46 Infotainment System Vehicle Speakers Audio from the DVD player or an auxiliary device can be heard through the vehicle speakers or the wireless/wired headphones, while the radio is tuned to one of the six frequencies selected on the Sound Around portion of the system's remote control. See " - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 249
batteries. Keep the remote control stored in a cool, dry place. Remote Control To use the remote control, aim at the remote sensor located on top center of the video display screen and press the desired button. Objects blocking the line-of-sight can affect the function of the remote control. Direct - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 250
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 COLOR, and TINT. Use the right/left navigation arrows to adjust the setting. This feature - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 251
title feature is disc-specific, and may not be available on all discs. SUBTITLE: Press to change the subtitle language to another available language or lower left side of the remote control can be used to enter numbered menu options, channels, or track numbers. GOTO: Press to enter the GOTO menu to - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 252
, and time remaining, or to turn off the display PROGRAM: Press to edit a playback program containing desired titles in the DVD or tracks in the CD-DA. 3D: Press to change between different 3D audio modes for DVD or CD. The options for DVD are: Off, Rock, Pop, Live, Dance, Techno, Classic, and - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 253
Infotainment System Battery Replacement To change batteries in the remote control: 1. Turn the Menus Use the OSD setup display menus for: ... Not all DVDs support all of the feature defaults in the setup menus. If a feature is not supported, the defaults are provided by the DVD media. To set the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 254
7-52 Infotainment System 4. Press the right navigation arrow and then use the up/down navigation arrows to select a display option. The display options are: . Normal/PS (Pan and Scan): This displays the wide picture on the screen with a portion of the left and right sides removed. Normal/LB ( - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 255
the right and up/down navigation arrows to select any one of the available Rating settings from the display menu. The Rating settings are: ... 7- Settings for Parental Control Use the SETUP MENU to access the parental control feature. It allows for control of the type of movie rating content (from - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 256
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 press ENTER. The message "Your password has been changed" displays. To create a six digit password, use the numeric keypad on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 257
the following display options: 1. Press DISPLAY once and Single Elapsed appears along with the current track playing and the length of time for in the player, the navigation screen appears. The folders and songs can be changed by navigating through the file system. The DVD player plays the songs in - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 258
is the default. Press the REPEAT button to access the play mode options. The play mode options are: . . 2. Press ENTER when the desired folder is PREV twice to go to the previous song. Using the REPEAT Feature REPEAT: Press to change between Repeat One and Repeat Folder. . Repeat One - Repeats - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 259
System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem IR Sensor Inoperative . 7-57 Cleaning the Video Screens Recommended Action The video display screens are made of a specially coated glass and can be scratched or damaged by abrasive products, solvents, or ammonia-based window cleaners. Clean - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 260
process starts from the center to the edge. change band on the other system. RSA functions can be operated even when the main radio is off. Audio can be heard through wired headphones (not included) plugged into the jacks on the RSA. If the vehicle has this feature input (if available), located below - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 261
the right headphones. SRCE (Source): Press this button to switch between the radio (AM/FM), XM™ (if equipped), CD, and if the vehicle has these features, DVD, USB, auxiliary jack, and rear auxiliary. Press and hold either the left © or right ¨ seek arrow until the display flashes, to tune to an - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 262
buttons located on the navigation system along with the available touch-sensitive screen buttons on the navigation screen to Disc. See CD/DVD Player on page 7‑19. See the OnStar® (if equipped) owner guide and Bluetooth (if equipped) for more information. e (Sound): Press to access the Sound - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 263
, you can select from several options to plan a route by entering destination points. CONFIG (Configure): Press to adjust several of the system's features and preferences. Alpha-Numeric Keyboard Letters of the alphabet, symbols, punctuation, and numbers, when available, displays on the navigation - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 264
all major highways, service roads, and residential hospitals, police stations, gas stations, tourist attractions, a Z is entered, a T may not be available for selection. If a name does not display after categories, such as the city center POI category, and some street based on the direction of travel. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 265
from 1/32 mi (50 m) to 256 mi (400 km). To change English or metric, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑26 for more information. 7-63 Scrolling the anywhere on the map screen and the scroll symbol appears. Use this feature to scroll across the map. Move your finger in any direction on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 266
7-64 Infotainment System This symbol appears when the time to the destination is not available or while you are scrolling on the map. Navigation Symbols The following symbols are the most the distance and the estimated time remaining to the final destination, depending on the option selected. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 267
direction the vehicle is traveling. Press this screen symbol to switch between Heading Up, North Up, and 3-D view modes. Three-dimensional (3-D) view mode changes the appearance of the map display to a road level view. The straight line to distance symbol indicates the straight-line distance to the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 268
. Select the POI screen button to display or delete POI icons from the map. Displaying POI icons on the map shows where POIs (e.g. restaurants, gas stations, etc.) are located. This screen appears after selecting the POI screen button. 1. Select one of the POI categories to display the POI icon - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 269
button to display the list of available POIs for the selected POI category. "Nav" under Configure Menu on page 7‑83 for information on editing address book entries. GO: Press to make this POI a information about OnStar HandsFree calling, see the OnStar Owner Guide. OK: Press to display the map screen. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 270
400 m (1/4 mi) 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. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 271
Destination Entry screen. From this screen, you can select from several options to plan a route by entering destination points. This dual screen /province screen button, if needed, to change the current state or province. A list of all of the available states and provinces appear. Select the state - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 272
a number. This number represents the number of available cities. Press this button to view the list and select a city. 2. 3. Select the state/province screen button, if needed, to change the current state or province. A list of all of the available states and provinces appear. Select the state or - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 273
by entering a cross street: 1. Press DEST. 2. Press 2. 3. Select the state/province screen button, if needed, to change the current state or province. A list of all of the available states and provinces appear. Select the state or province. 4. Select Street and start entering the street name or - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 274
displays a number. This number represents the number of available streets. Press this button to view the list and select a street. i Point of Interest: Press to access the POI (Point of Interest) screen. From this screen you have two options to select/enter a destination. Enter the name using - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 275
screen button, if needed, to change the current state or province. A list of all of the available states and provinces appear. Select the state or province. 4. Enter the POI name. If five or less names are available, a list displays. If more than five are available, the List screen button displays - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 276
7-74 Infotainment System Previous Destination The previous destination entry method lets you select a destination from a list of previous destination points. To use the previous destination entry method: 1. Press DEST. 2. Press To use the address book entry method: 1. Press DEST. 2. Press g. /. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 277
Infotainment System From Map This destination entry method allows you to select a destination by scrolling on the map. 3. Use 0 / 1 and press on the map to find the area that you would like to select as your destination. Pressing/holding and dragging your finger on the map activates fast scrolling. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 278
the vehicle is moving. If a destination is not set for one of the screen buttons, the button is dimmed and not available for use. See "Adding or Changing Preset Destinations" in this section for information on how to add a preset destination. To use the preset destination entry method: 1. Press - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 279
on your navigation system's screen along with the buttons described below. OnStar® Destination Download (US and Canada) OnStar Destination Download (if equipped) is a service available for OnStar subscribers that makes operating your navigation system much simpler. It allows subscribers to request - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 280
active, the navigation system adds the downloaded destination as the next waypoint in the existing route. All features such as Call and Add to Address Book will be available for the waypoint. Refer to the section on Waypoints for more information. . . OnStar Destination Download Screen . Press - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 281
a destination and the address is not found in the mapping disc's database and routing by coordinates is not available, the GO and Map buttons gray out and routing will not be available. Press the blue OnStar button for further assistance. The Call button grays out when there is no phone number - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 282
go back to the start point or previous stopover. q / r (Reverse Scroll): Press to scroll to the start point or previous stopover. The t (reverse skip) button changes to a fast reverse screen button. j (Pause): Press to pause the route preview, while in reverse or fast forward scroll. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 283
(fast forward skip) button changes to a fast speed fast . The detour option is only available while driving on a current planned route. Voice Volume Press this screen button from the Route screen to turn voice guidance on or off and to change screen. This feature allows up to - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 284
Menu on page 7‑83 for information on editing address book entries. Adding or Changing Preset Destinations This feature allows additions or changes one of five preset destinations. When a destination has been added as a preset destination, it is available to select from the Destination Entry screen - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 285
a preset destination: 1. Press CONFIG. 2. Press the Nav screen button. 3. Press Edit/View. 4. Select the address book entry to be stored as the preset destination. available to select from the Destination Entry screen. 7-83 Configure Menu Press CONFIG to adjust several of the system's features - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 286
voice instructions on and off while traveling on a planned route. Route Preference Press the Route Preference screen button to change route options when 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 287
road: This feature allows the system to use time restricted and seasonal roads when calculating a planned route. Edit Address Book - keyboard to edit or add the name. 6. Press OK to save your changes, then press Back to return to the Address Book information screen. To add or change the phone - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 288
the Map Coverage Area screen. Map Database Information To add a voice tag to an address book entry: 1. Press CONFIG. 2. Press the Nav screen button. 3. Press Edit/View Address Book. 4. Press Add Voice Tag. 5. The system will ask for you to state the name. You will have four seconds to state the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 289
not be available for when the feature is on. Options (US and Canada) Read the following Options descriptions to understand how the XM NavTraffic™ operates. XM NavTraffic (USA and Canada) Vehicles with the navigation system have an XM NavTraffic receiver. XM NavTraffic is a subscription service - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 290
, and the service may be available in more cities Options button. 3. Press the Traffic button. This button is highlighted when it is active. Selecting Alert for Approaching Traffic Events enables the system to show a pop-up screen that notifies of possible traffic issues ahead. When this feature - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 291
other traffic events follow. Not all traffic conditions may be listed. No XM NavTraffic subscription. No Traffic is found in the local area. The Traffic Feature is turned off. . Traffic events are in the area, but none are on route. Traffic events are on route. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 292
, scroll arrows are limited to a maximum of four pages. No more than four pages of traffic events may be viewed while the vehicle is moving. Options To view the traffic condition location and information on the map: 1. Press NAV, then press NAV repeatedly until Traffic is selected, or press the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 293
speed between 25 mph (40 km/h) and 45 mph (72 km/h). Green indicates normal traffic flow with average speed above 45 mph (72 km/h). miles. Traffic Flow Status - This screen button is used to enable or disable the green, yellow, red and orange arrows shown beside the roads and used to show the traffic - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 294
7-92 On-Route Infotainment System Refresh Press the Refresh screen button to update the screen with all of the latest traffic events, miles, etc. Traffic events update approximately every two minutes. To update the events immediately, press the Refresh screen button. Scrolling to Traffic Events on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 295
and go traffic, delayed and congested traffic. Category 3, Incidents: Object in the roadway, disabled vehicle, or dangerous road conditions. m (Parking): Available parking area. l (Information): Special event, general information, or warning. p (Alert): Scrolling to an event on the map and then - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 296
to the full map screen and shows the new route. The Avoid button is only available if the event is on the route ahead. Traffic Voice Prompts The traffic voice prompts to enter the configure menu options, then press CONFIG repeatedly until Display is selected or press the Display screen button. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 297
system time and the analog clock operate independently. Changing the time through the navigation system does not change the time on the analog clock. See Clock on page 5‑8 to change the analog clock time. Press CONFIG to enter the configure menu options, then press CONFIG repeatedly until the time - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 298
Global Positioning System (GPS) on page 7‑96. This system may not be available or interferences may occur if any of the following are true: . Global system to malfunction. The window might have to be replaced to correct the problem. This would not be covered by the warranty. For more information if - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 299
is stopped and started repeatedly. See your dealer if other problems occur. Road system has changed. Vehicle is driving on slippery road surfaces may not be available when using automatic rerouting for the next right or left turn. The route may not be changed when using automatic rerouting - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 300
changed, or if certain roads are not listed on the map DVD. See Database Coverage Explanations on page 7‑99 If the System Needs Service available when using automatic rerouting for the next right or left turn. The route may not be changed see your dealer. To recalibrate the vehicle's position on the map - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 301
was installed by the factory and is the most up-to-date information available as the vehicle was produced. This map may have to be updated periodically, provided that the map information has changed. See your dealer for service. Ordering Map Data Updates The map database in the vehicle is the most - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 302
) features. Voice recognition can be used when the ignition is on or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑35 for more information. When a multiple command is available, choose the command that works best. Words that are in brackets are optional - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 303
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. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 304
when the auxiliary source is available. Aux, Auxiliary: Use this command to select the auxiliary device, when a device is connected. Voice Help Voice help: Provides a description of help commands that can be used. System help: Instructs the system to assist with display commands. Radio Commands - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 305
phone has voice dialing capability, learn to use that feature to access the address book or contact list. See ACCESSORY position. The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all phones support in a voice recognition menu. Noise: Keep interior noise levels to a minimum. The system - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 306
pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted , the system connects to the first available paired cell phone in the order that knob, during a call, to change the volume level. The adjusted the cell phone manufacturer's user guide for Bluetooth functions before pairing the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 307
g for 2. Say "Bluetooth." 3. Say "Pair." The system responds with instructions and a four‐digit Personal Identification Number (PIN). The PIN is used in phone manufacturer's user guide. 5. Locate the device named "Your Vehicle" in the list on the cell phone. Follow the instructions on the cell phone - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 308
phone in the order in which all the available cell phones were paired. Depending on which cell phone you want to connect to, you may have to use this command several times. 1. Press and hold two seconds. b g for b g for 2. Say "Bluetooth." 3. Say "Change phone." . If another cell phone is found - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 309
Infotainment System 3. Say each digit, one at a time, that you want to store. After each digit is entered, the system repeats back the digit it heard followed by a tone. After the last digit has been entered, say "Store," and then follow the directions given by the system to save a name tag for this - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 310
it heard followed by a tone. After the last digit has been entered, say "Dial." Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier. . b g for 2. After the tone, say "Re‐dial." Once connected, the person called will be heard through the audio - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 311
‐Way Calling Three‐way calling must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier. 1. While on a call, transfer to the vehicle, use the audio transfer feature on the cell phone. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide for more information. To cancel mute, press - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 312
name tags during a call. You can use this feature when calling a menu‐driven phone system. Account numbers manufacturer's user guide to see if the cell phone supports this feature. To access their cycle according to the phone's operating instructions. Other Information The Bluetooth® word mark - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 313
Climate Controls 8-1 Climate Controls Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...8-1 Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate with Rear Seat Audio) ...8-6 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic Climate Control System The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 314
the driver side temperature knob to turn the climate control system off. Outside air still enters the vehicle, and is directed to the floor. This direction can be changed by pressing the mode button. The temperature can also be adjusted using either temperature knob. Press the up or down arrows on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 315
AUTO button. When AUTO is selected, the display will change to show the current temperature(s) and AUTO come on the based on sun load and also turns on the headlamps. To avoid blowing cold air in cold weather, the system will delay turning on the fan until warm air is available. The length - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 316
Pressing either arrow while using automatic operation will place the fan in manual operation. The fan setting will display and the AUTO light will turn the driver temperature indicator changes. The passenger temperature will not be displayed. If vent, bi-level, or floor mode is selected again, - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 317
times and then turn off indicating the air conditioning mode is not available. If the air conditioning is on and the outside temperature drops odors from entering the vehicle. The recirculation mode cannot be used with floor, defog, or defrost modes. If recirculation is selected with one of those - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 318
Rear Seat Audio) 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 controls. Rear Climate Control with Rear Seat Audio Controls - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 319
. AUTO appears in the display when automatic operation is active. Manual Operation D C (Fan Control): +/− (Increase/Decrease Temperature): cooler air. N (Air Delivery Mode Control): Press the mode button to change the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. Repeatedly press the button until - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 320
. Air Vents Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel to direct deflectors, may affect the performance of the heating and air conditioning system. Check with your dealer before adding equipment to the outside of the vehicle. Keep the hood and front air inlets - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 321
Accessory Power (RAP) ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting Out of Park ...Parking Over Things That Burn ...Active Fuel Fuel Fuel ...9-63 Recommended Fuel ...9-64 Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada Only) ...9-64 California Fuel Requirements ...9-64 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...9-65 Fuel - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 322
(85% Ethanol) ...9-66 Filling the Tank ...9-68 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...9-70 Driving Information Defensive Driving Defensive driving means "always expect the unexpected." The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 323
reasons for these laws. The obvious way to eliminate the leading highway safety problem is for people never to drink alcohol and then drive. Medical research shows System on page 9‑47. Adding non‐dealer accessories can affect vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 10‑3. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 324
assist is used up, it can take longer to stop and the brake pedal will be harder to push. Adding non‐dealer accessories can affect vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page 10‑3. Braking See Brake System Warning Light on page 5‑21. Braking action involves perception time and - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 325
Steering Power Steering If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. If power steering into the straightaway. collision. Then steer around the problem, to the left or right depending on the space available. Steering in Emergencies There are times when steering can - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 326
9-6 Driving and Operating Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer so that the vehicle straddles the edge of the pavement. Turn the steering wheel 8 to 13 cm (3 to 5 in), about one-eighth turn, until the right front tire contacts the pavement edge. Then turn the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 327
reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. You might not realize the surface off-road except on a level, solid surface. Many of the vehicle design features that help make the vehicle more responsive on paved roads during poor weather - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 328
dam rearward to engage the snaps. 2. Install the two outboard bolts. Before You Go Off-Roading . Have all necessary maintenance and service work done. Make sure there is enough fuel, that fluid levels are where they should be, and that the spare tire, if the vehicle has one, is fully inflated. Be - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 329
cargo properly. (Continued) . Heavy loads on the roof raise the vehicle's center of gravity, making it more likely to roll over. You can be seriously or far forward and low as possible. The heaviest things should be on the floor, forward of the rear axle. Put heavier items as far forward as you - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 330
travel with at least one other vehicle in case something happens to one of them. For vehicles with a winch, be sure to read the winch instructions. In a remote area, a winch can be handy if you get stuck but you will want to know how to use it properly. . . . You approach things - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 331
different kinds of terrain. Be familiar with the terrain and its many different features. Surface Conditions: Off-roading surfaces can be hard-packed dirt, gravel, { WARNING When you are driving off-road, bouncing and quick changes in direction can easily throw you out of position. This could cause - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 332
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 hill, for example, there may be a smooth, constant incline with only a small change in elevation where you can easily see all the way to the top. On a - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 333
Driving and Operating . 9-13 Are there obstructions on the hill that can block your path, such as boulders, trees, logs, or ruts? What is beyond the hill? Is there a cliff, an embankment, a drop-off, a fence? Get out and walk the hill if you do not know. It is the smart way to find out. Is the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 334
9-14 . Driving and Operating Things not to do if the vehicle stalls, or is about to stall, when going up a hill: . If the engine has stopped running, you need to restart it. With the brake pedal pressed and the parking brake still applied, shift the transmission to P (Park) and restart the engine. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 335
help. A hill that can be driven straight up or down might be too steep to drive across. When going straight up or down a hill, the length of the wheel base - the distance from the front wheels to the rear wheels - reduces the likelihood the vehicle will tumble end over end. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 336
you have to walk down the slope, stay out of the path the vehicle will take if it does roll over. Surface conditions can be a problem. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet grass can cause the tires to slip sideways, downhill. If the vehicle slips sideways, it can hit something - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 337
mud, the lower the gear. In really deep mud, keep the vehicle moving so it does not get stuck. When driving on sand, wheel traction changes. On loosely packed sand, such as on beaches or sand dunes, the tires will tend to sink into the sand. This affects steering, accelerating, and - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 338
. Check the 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. Find out how deep - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 339
Driving and Operating WARNING (Continued) After driving through a large puddle of water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply the brake pedal until the brakes work normally. Flowing or rushing water creates strong forces. Driving through flowing water could cause the vehicle to be carried away. If - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 340
the engine running and the vehicle in gear when going downhill. Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling down steep or long hills. Keep the vehicle well ventilated. Keep interior temperature cool. Keep your eyes moving - scan the road ahead and - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 341
Driving and Operating . 9-21 Stay in your own lane. Do not swing wide or cut across the center of the road. Drive at speeds that let you stay in your own lane. Top of hills: Be alert - something could be in your lane ( - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 342
help nearby. If possible, use the Roadside Service (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Service (Mexico) on page 13‑10. To get gas to get inside. CO could overcome you and kill you. You cannot see it or smell it, so you might not know it is in your vehicle. Clear away snow from around the base - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 343
Driving and Operating To save fuel, run the engine for only short periods as needed to warm to restart the vehicle and to signal for help with the headlamps. Do this as little as possible to save fuel. If the vehicle has a traction system, it can often help to free a stuck vehicle. Refer to the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 344
your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the vehicle capacity weight and includes the weight of all occupants, cargo, and all nonfactory-installed options. Two labels on your vehicle show how much weight it was designed to carry, the Tire and Loading Information label and the Certification/Tire - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 345
Weight Rating (GVWR), or either the maximum front or rear Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR). This can cause systems to break and change the way the A vehicle specific Tire and Loading Information label is attached to the center pillar (B-pillar). With the driver door open, you will find the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 346
lb passengers in your vehicle, a trailer, the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. See Trailer Towing on page 9‑74 for important information on towing a trailer - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 347
Example 2 A. Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 2 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) B. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 68 kg (150 lbs) × 5 = 136 kg (750 lbs) C. Available Cargo Weight = 113 kg (250 lbs) Example 3 A. Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight for Example 3 = 453 kg (1,000 lbs) B. Subtract Occupant Weight @ 91 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 348
dealer can help you with this. Be sure to spread out your load equally on both sides of the center line. Never exceed the GVWR durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your dealer to help you Weight Rating (GVWR). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel, and cargo - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 349
so that some of them are above the tops of the seats. (Continued) . 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 9‑7. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 350
passenger and loading conditions. An air compressor connected to the rear shocks will raise or lower the rear of the vehicle to maintain proper vehicle height. The system is activated when the ignition key is turned to RUN and will Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In Notice: The vehicle - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 351
vehicle has adjustable throttle and brake pedals that allow you to change their positions. The feature will not operate when the vehicle is in R (Reverse allows the pedal positions to be saved and recalled. See "Memory Features" under Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3 for more information. . - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 352
/ LOCK/OFF): When the vehicle is stopped, turn the ignition switch to LOCK/OFF to turn the engine off. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) will remain active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9‑35. This position locks the ignition. It may also lock the steering wheel and automatic transmission - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 353
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 the key cannot be turned by hand, see your dealer. B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position lets things like the radio and the windshield wipers - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 354
to the floor and holding it oil warms up and lubricates all moving parts. Notice: The engine is designed to work with the electronics in the vehicle. If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 355
easier starting and better fuel economy during engine warm-up length of time the heater should remain plugged in depends on several factors. Ask a dealer in the area where you will be parking the vehicle for the best advice on this. Retained Accessory Power (RAP) The following vehicle accessories - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 356
9-36 Driving and Operating 3. Turn the ignition key to LOCK/OFF. 4. Remove the key and take it with you. If you can leave the vehicle with the ignition key in your hand, the vehicle is in P (Park). If you have to leave the vehicle with the engine running, be sure the vehicle is in P (Park) and the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 357
having a problem shifting, then have the vehicle serviced soon. Prevent ignition key removal unless the shift lever is in P (Park) with the shift lever button fully released. Prevent movement of the shift lever out of P (Park), unless the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 358
economy. When greater power demands are required, such as accelerating from a stop, passing, or merging onto a freeway, the system will maintain full-cylinder operation. If the vehicle has an Active Fuel Management™ indicator, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑26 for more information - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 359
Driving and Operating WARNING (Continued) . 9-39 Running the Vehicle While Parked It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here are some things to know. { WARNING It can be dangerous to get out of the vehicle if the automatic transmission shift lever is not fully - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 360
9-40 Driving and Operating Automatic Transmission If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. The vehicle has a Hydra-Matic® 6L80 automatic transmission, and has an electronic shift position indicator within the instrument panel cluster. The - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 361
. Be sure 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. If you need more power for passing, and you are: . Going less than about 55 km/h (35 mph), push the accelerator pedal about halfway down - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 362
position and vehicle load. If the shift stabilization feature determines that a current vehicle speed cannot be with a heavy load or when temperature changes. During this adaptive shift controls process, under Loss of Control on page 9‑6. M (Manual Mode): This position lets drivers select the range - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 363
desired range of gears. To use this feature, do the following: 1. Move the shift lever to the M (Manual Mode). 2. Press the plus/minus button button located on the steering column lever is used to change to the gear. Grade Braking is not available when the Driver Shift Control is active. See Tow/Haul - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 364
9‑78 for more information. The Tow/Haul Mode works with the Autoride® feature, if the vehicle has this, to enhance the ride when trailering or with the Range Selection Mode, Cruise Grade Braking is not available. See "Range Selection Mode" under Manual Mode on page 9‑43. Grade Braking The Grade - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 365
the vehicle has this feature, engine power is sent . If the vehicle is a hybrid, see "Four-Wheel Drive" in the hybrid supplement. Brakes Antilock Brake System brake pedal moves a little. This is normal. If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 366
while braking hard. As the brakes are applied, the computer keeps receiving updates on wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to the brake pedal or always decrease stopping distance. If you get too close to the vehicle in - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 367
the driving situation dictates. The brake assist feature will automatically disengage when the brake pedal This is normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle. The system should initialize before the vehicle Center (DIC): TRACTION CONTROL OFF, SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, STABILITRAK OFF - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 368
to reset the system. If any of these messages still appear on the Driver Information Center (DIC), the vehicle should be taken in for service. For more information on the DIC messages, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5‑26. The traction control disable button is located on the instrument - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 369
If the problem does not clear itself after restarting the vehicle, see your dealer for service. Locking Rear Axle Vehicles with a locking rear axle can give more traction on snow, mud, ice, sand, or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when traction is low, this feature will - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 370
damping control system called Autoride® or MagneRide™. With this feature, improved vehicle ride and handling is provided under a more information. Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension is available on light‐duty vehicles and comes as a part of the Continuous Damping - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 371
turned off. You may hear the air compressor operating when the height is being adjusted. If a weight‐distributing hitch is being used, traffic. Cruise control can be dangerous on slippery roads. On such roads, fast changes in tire traction can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 372
9-52 Driving and Operating I (On/Off): Press to turn the system on or off. The indicator light is on when cruise control is on and turns off when cruise control is off. + RES (Resume/Accelerate): Press briefly to make the vehicle resume to a previously set speed, or press and hold to accelerate. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 373
Driving and Operating Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control If the cruise control system is already activated, . . 9-53 To slow down in small amounts, press the SET- button on the steering wheel briefly. Each time this is done, the vehicle goes about 1.6 km/h (1 mph) slower. Ending Cruise - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 374
9-54 Driving and Operating Object Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist For vehicles with the Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA) system, it operates at speeds less than 8 km/h (5 mph), and assists the driver with parking and avoiding objects while in R (Reverse). The sensors on the rear - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 375
Driving and Operating SERVICE PARK ASSIST: If this message occurs, take the vehicle to your dealer to repair the system. on the Driver Information Center (DIC) to indicate that URPA is off, see Object Detection System Messages on page 5‑36. PARK ASST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL: This message can occur - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 376
of the vehicle, 3.5 m (11 ft). This zone starts at each side mirror and goes back approximately 5.0 m (16 ft). The height of the zone is approximately between 0.5 m (1.5 ft) and 2.0 m (6 ft) off the ground. Use caution while changing lanes when towing a trailer, as the SBZA detection zones do not - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 377
Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC need service. Take the vehicle to your dealer. SBZA service. SBZA does not operate when the left or right corners of the rear bumper are covered with mud, dirt, snow, ice, slush, or in heavy rainstorms. For cleaning instructions change lanes. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 378
problem with the SBZA system. If these displays remain on after continued driving, the system needs service. Take the vehicle to your dealer . The SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT ON option will not be selectable if the conditions Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-210/220/310. Frequency - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 379
or Off To turn the rear vision camera system on or off: 1. Shift into P (Park). 2. Press the CONFIG hard key to enter the configure menu options, then press the CONFIG hard key to select Display or touch the Display screen button. 3. Select the Rear Camera - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 380
the contrast of the screen. Symbols The navigation system may have a feature that lets the driver view symbols on the navigation screen while using the Display screen button. 4. Select the Rear Camera Options screen button. The Rear Camera Options screen will display. 5. Touch the Symbols screen - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 381
Unavailable: Displays when the system is not receiving information it requires from other vehicle systems. If any other problem occurs or if a problem persists, see your dealer. 9-61 { WARNING The Rear Vision Camera (RVC) system does not replace driver vision. RVC does not: . WARNING (Continued - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 382
9-62 Driving and Operating The camera uses a special lens. The distance of the image that appears on the screen differs from the actual distance. The area displayed by the camera is limited. The camera does not display objects which are close to either corner of the bumper or under the bumper. The - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 383
angle of the camera can change or the camera can be affected. Be sure to have the camera and its position and mounting angle checked at your dealer. . . . . Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up to 85% ethanol - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 384
engine needs service. If the vehicle has the 6.2L V8 engine (VIN Code F), use premium unleaded gasoline dealer for diagnosis. If it is determined that the condition is caused by the type of fuel used, repairs might not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Gasoline Specifications (U.S. and Canada - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 385
help keep fuel injectors and intake valves clean and avoid problems due to fuel tank at every engine oil change, can help clean deposits from fuel injectors and intake valves. GM Fuel System Treatment PLUS is the only gasoline additive recommended by General Motors. It is available at your dealer - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 386
. If this occurs, return to your dealer for service. However, E85 (85% ethanol) and other fuels containing more than 10% ethanol must not vehicle warranty. Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) Vehicles that have a FlexFuel badge and a yellow fuel cap can use either unleaded gasoline or ethanol fuel containing up - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 387
Driving and Operating Many service stations will not have an 85% ethanol fuel (E85) pump available. The U.S. Department of Energy has an alternative fuels website (www.afdc.energy.gov/afdc/ locator/stations/) that can help you find E85 fuel. Those stations that do have E85 should have a label - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 388
that E85 or gasoline can be used. See Fuel E85 (85% Ethanol) on page 9‑66. To open the fuel door, push the rearward center edge in and release and it will open. To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly counterclockwise. The fuel cap has a spring in it; if the cap is released too soon, it will spring - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 389
5‑18. If the vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), the TIGHTEN GAS CAP message displays if the fuel cap is not properly installed. { WARNING If a the area immediately. Notice: If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get the wrong - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 390
9-70 Driving and Operating WARNING (Continued) . Filling a Portable Fuel Container Towing General Towing Information Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle. Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle for towing a trailer. See the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 391
Driving and Operating For information on towing a disabled vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on page 10‑87. For information on towing the vehicle behind another vehicle such as a motor home, see Recreational Vehicle Towing on page 10‑87. . 9-71 Do not tow a trailer at all during the first 800 km ( - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 392
9-72 Driving and Operating WARNING (Continued) . Driving with a Trailer { WARNING When towing a trailer, exhaust gases may collect at the rear of the vehicle and enter if the liftgate, trunk/hatch, or rear-most window is open. Engine exhaust contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 393
to the left. To move the trailer to the right, move your hand to the right. Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. important to check occasionally to be sure the trailer bulbs are still working. 9-73 Driving on Grades Reduce speed and shift to a lower gear - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 394
When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system chocks. Trailer Towing If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. Do not tow a trailer - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 395
costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. To pull a trailer correctly, follow the advice in this section and see your dealer means changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel economy. Weight of additional optional equipment, passengers and cargo in the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 396
can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. Vehicle Escalade 2WD 6.2L V8 Escalade AWD 6.2L V8 Escalade ESV 2WD 6.2L V8 Escalade ESV AWD 6.2L V8 your dealer for trailering information or advice, or write us at our Customer Assistance Offices. See Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada) - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 397
rear axle. Trailering may be limited by the vehicle's ability to carry tongue weight. Tongue or kingpin weight cannot cause the vehicle to exceed the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) or the RGAWR (Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating). See "Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires" later in this section for - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 398
vehicle and trailer does not exceed any of its weight ratings - GCWR, GVWR, RGAWR, Trailer Weight Rating or Tongue Weight. The only way to be controls or refer to the trailer manufacturer's recommendations and instructions. Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires Be sure the simply features a coupler - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 399
Driving and Operating Weight‐Distributing Hitch Adjustment Hitch Cover The vehicle may have a hitch cover. To remove the hitch cover: To reinstall the hitch cover: 9-79 1. Hold the cover at a 45 degree angle to the vehicle and push the upper tabs in the hitch cover into the chrome slots in the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 400
and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted and maintained properly. *The fuses for these two circuits are installed in the underhood electrical center, but the wires are not connected. They should be connected by your dealer or a qualified service center. The - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 401
light on the instrument panel cluster comes on when the tow/haul mode is on. Tow/Haul is a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑43 for more information. . ... It should be installed by your dealer or a qualified service center. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 402
driving characteristics and reduced fuel economy. Tow/Haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load. Conversions and Add-Ons Add-On Electrical Equipment Notice: Do not add anything electrical to the vehicle unless you check with your dealer - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 403
65 Warning ...California Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...Accessories and Modifications ...10-2 10-2 10-3 10-3 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work ...10-4 Hood ...10-5 Engine Compartment Overview ...10-6 Engine Oil ...10-7 Engine Oil Life System ...10-10 Automatic Transmission Fluid - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 404
Changing ...10-68 Secondary Latch System ...10-79 Full-Size Spare Tire ...10-81 General Information For service and parts needs, visit your dealer. You will receive genuine GM parts and GM-trained and supported service Appearance Care Exterior Care ...10-90 Interior Care ...10-94 Floor Mats ...10-98 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 405
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate. Accessories and Modifications Adding non‐dealer accessories or making dealer can accessorize the vehicle using genuine GM Accessories. When you go to your GM dealer and ask for GM Accessories, you will know that GM-trained and supported service - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 406
attempting any vehicle maintenance task. (Continued) If doing some of your own service work, use the proper service manual. It tells you much more about how to service the vehicle than this manual can. To order the proper service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13‑15. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 407
. 4. Lift the hood. Before closing the hood, be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 152 mm (6 go to the front of the vehicle and locate the secondary hood release, near the center of the grille. 1. Pull the handle with this symbol on it. It is - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 408
10-6 Vehicle Care Engine Compartment Overview 6.2 L V8 Engine - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 409
" under Washer Fluid on page 10‑24. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. . G. Engine Oil Fill Cap. See "When to Add Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on page 10‑7. H. Engine Oil Dipstick (Out of View). See "Checking Engine Oil" under Engine Oil on page 10‑7. . . - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 410
could be damaged. You should drain out the excess oil or limit driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount of oil. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10‑6 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. Add enough oil to put the level somewhere in the proper - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 411
If you are unsure whether the oil is approved to the dexos specification, ask your service provider. Use of Substitute Engine Oils if dexos is unavailable: In the event that dexos‐approved engine oil is not available at an oil change or for maintaining proper oil level, you may use substitute engine - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 412
if driving under the best conditions, the oil life system might indicate that an oil change is not necessary for up to a year. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and, at this time, the system must be reset. Your dealer has trained service people who will perform this work - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 413
Oil Life System Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can calculate the next engine oil change. Always reset the engine oil life to 100% after every oil change necessary to have the vehicle towed to a dealer service department and have it repaired before driving the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 414
. Slowly release the brake pedal. 5. Keep the engine running and press the Trip/Fuel button or trip odometer reset stem until TRANS TEMP (Transmission Temperature) displays on the Driver Information Center (DIC). 6. Using the TRANS TEMP reading, determine and perform the appropriate check procedure - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 415
Vehicle Care 3. Install the dipstick by pushing it back in all the way, wait three seconds, and then pull it back out again. 4. Check both sides of the dipstick and read the lower level. Repeat the check procedure to verify the reading. 6. Perform a hot check at the first opportunity after the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 416
to be sure it is clean and not clogged. If readings are still inconsistent, contact your dealer. Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals and replace it at the first oil change after each 80 000 km (50,000 mile) interval. See Scheduled Maintenance on page 11‑2 for - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 417
Vehicle Care Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 10-15 5. Inspect or replace the engine air cleaner/filter. 6. Reinstall the cover and tighten the screws. { WARNING Operating the engine with the air cleaner/filter off can cause you or others to be burned. The air cleaner not only cleans the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 418
can be burned. A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C. Engine Cooling Fan(s) (Out of View) Do not run radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner, at 50 000 km (30,000 mi) problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 10‑20. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 419
in this manual for the cooling system. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11‑7 for more information. Never dispose of engine coolant by putting it in the trash, pouring it on the ground, or into sewers, streams, or bodies of water. Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 420
10-18 Vehicle Care How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank Checking Coolant The vehicle must be on a level surface when checking the coolant level. Check to see if coolant is visible in the coolant surge tank. If the coolant inside the coolant surge tank is boiling, do not do anything else until it - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 421
surge tank, add coolant as follows: 1. 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 turn. If a hiss is heard, wait for that - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 422
Driver Information Center (DIC) on the instrument panel. See Engine Cooling System Messages on page 5‑33 and Engine Power Messages on page 5‑34. If the decision is made not to lift the hood when this warning appears, but instead get service help right away. See Roadside Service (U.S. and Canada) on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 423
while driving with no coolant, the vehicle can be badly damaged. The costly repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. See Overheated Engine condition, can indicate a serious problem. If there is an engine overheat warning, but see or hear no steam, the problem may not be too serious. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 424
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 the oil and reset the oil life system. See Engine Oil on page 10‑7. Idles for long periods in traffic. Tows a trailer. See Trailer Towing - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 425
cooling system is functioning properly. The fans change to low speed when additional cooling is A fluid loss in this system could indicate a problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. The level 2. Wipe the cap and the top of the reservoir clean. 3. Unscrew the cap and wipe the dipstick - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 426
washer fluid needs to be added, be sure to read the manufacturer's instructions before use. Use a fluid that has sufficient protection against freezing in will need to be added to the windshield washer fluid reservoir. Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 427
performance expected can change in many other ways if the wrong replacement brake parts are installed. Brake Pedal Travel See your dealer if the brake pedal does not return to normal height, or if there is a rapid increase in pedal travel. This could be a sign that brake service might be required - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 428
10-26 Vehicle Care Do not top off the brake fluid. Adding fluid does not correct a leak. If fluid is added when the linings are worn, there will be too much fluid when new brake linings are installed. Add or remove brake fluid, as necessary, only when work is done on the brake hydraulic system. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 429
cap and the area around the cap before removing it. This helps keep dirt from entering the reservoir. Notice . 10-27 Battery If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in the brake , terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 430
level to the bottom of the fill plug hole. Use care not to overtighten the plug. { WARNING Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting on page 10‑82 for tips on working around - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 431
what kind of lubricant to use. Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless there suspected or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. A. Fill Plug B. Drain Plug . Rear - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 432
appear to have a lower fluid level than a vehicle that has been stationary for an hour or two. Remember that the rear axle assembly must be supported to get a true reading. For All-Wheel-Drive vehicles, the proper level is from 1.0 mm to 19.0 mm (0.04 in to 0.75 in) below the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 433
regular brake, try to move the shift lever out of P (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever moves out of P (Park), contact your dealer for service. Ignition Transmission Lock Check While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 434
brake followed by the regular brake. Front Wiper Blade Replacement 1. Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from the windshield. . Contact your dealer if service is required. 2. Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of the blade, and turn the blade assembly away from the arm connector. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 435
blade. 5. Return the wiper blade assembly to the park rest position. Glass Replacement If the windshield or front side glass must be replaced, see your dealer to determine the correct replacement glass. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 436
to your dealer for service if the headlamps need to be adjusted. It is possible however, to re-aim the headlamps as described. Be placed so the headlamps are 7.6 m (25 ft.) from a light colored full tank of fuel and one person or center of the projector lens of the low‐beam headlamp. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 437
Care 3. Record the distance from the ground to the center of the projector lens of the low‐beam headlamp. mark it. 5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (B) on the wall the width of the vehicle at the height of the mark in Step 4. Notice: Do not cover a headlamp to improve beam cut-off when aiming. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 438
on page 10‑38. For any bulb‐changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. Back-Up Lamps To replace this bulb service any of the system components, you could be seriously injured. Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them. 1. Open the liftgate. See Liftgate (Manual - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 439
the taillamp assembly will not be able to be installed properly. If the taillamp, stoplamp, or turn signal need to be replaced, see your dealer for service. 10-37 License Plate Lamp 2. Remove the two screws from the taillamp assembly. 3. Pull the taillamp assembly rearward until the inner pins on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 440
problems. Fuses and circuit breakers protect the following in the vehicle: ... Headlamp Wiring Windshield Wiper Motor Power Windows and Other Power Accessories there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced, the same amperage fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature of the vehicle - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 441
, see the hybrid supplement 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 silver-colored band inside - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 442
10-40 Vehicle Care - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 443
not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses Usage 1 Right Trailer Stop/ Turn Lamp 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 444
Panel Cluster Not Used Auxiliary Climate Control (Ignition) Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL) Rear Defogger Heated Mirrors SEO Control Compressor Relay Climate Controls (Ignition) Engine Control Module, Secondary Fuel Pump (Ignition) Usage Cooling Fan 1 Automatic Level Control Compressor Heavy - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 445
J-Case Fuses 70 71 72 Usage Climate Control Blower Power Liftgate Module Left Bussed Electrical Center 2 Usage Cooling Fan High Speed Cooling Fan Low Speed Cooling Fan Control Low-Beam Headlamp Relays FOG LAMP A/C CMPRSR STRTR FUEL PMP PRK LAMP REAR DEFOG RUN/ CRNK Usage 10-43 Front Fog Lamps Air - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 446
panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses Usage 1 2 Rear Seats Rear Accessory Power Outlet Fuses 3 4 5 Usage Steering Wheel Controls Backlight Driver Door Module Dome Lamps, Driver Side Turn Signal - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 447
) Power Door Lock 2 (Lock Feature) Stoplamps, Center High‐ Mounted Stoplamp Rear Climate Controls Power Mirror Body Control Module (BCM) Accessory Power Outlets 26 Fuses 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Usage Interior Lamps Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock Feature) Rear Seat Entertainment Ultrasonic Rear Parking - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 448
HEADLINER 1 Harness Connector 1 SEO/ UPFITTER Special Equipment Option Upfitter Harness Connector Tires Your new vehicle comes with high If you ever have questions about your tire warranty and where to obtain service, see your vehicle Warranty booklet for details. For additional information refer - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 449
. (Continued) Improperly repaired tires can cause a crash. Only the dealer or an authorized tire service center should repair, replace, dismount, and mount the tires. Do not . 22‐Inch Tires If your vehicle has the optional 22‐inch P285/45R22 size tires, they are classified as touring tires and are - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 450
10-48 Vehicle Care and service description. See the "Tire Tire Quality Grading (UTQG): Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction, and temperature resistance. For to define a particular tire's width, height, aspect ratio, construction type, - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 451
and the maximum pressure needed to support that load. For information on Aspect Ratio: A two‐digit number that indicates the tire height‐to‐width measurements. For example, if the tire size : Diameter of the wheel in inches. (F) Service Description: These characters represent the load index and - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 452
optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil . GVWR: height to its width. Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords that is located between the plies and the tread. Cords may be made from steel or other reinforcing materials. Bead: The tire bead contains steel wires wrapped by steel - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 453
Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. Normal Occupant Weight: The number are laid at 90 degrees to the centerline of the tread. Rim: A metal support for a tire and upon which the tire beads are seated. Sidewall: The portion - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 454
the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and cargo weight. Vehicle Placard: A label 10‑63. Tire Pressure If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. Tires need the correct amount handling. Reduced fuel economy. . . . - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 455
the label, is the minimum amount of air pressure needed to support your vehicle's maximum load carrying capacity. For additional information regarding how three hours or driven no more than 1.6 km (1 mile). Remove the valve cap from the tire valve stem. Press the tire gauge firmly onto the valve to - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 456
‑52. If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the tire valve. Recheck the tire pressure with the tire gauge. Be sure to put the valve caps back on the valve stems. They help prevent leaks by keeping out dirt and moisture. Tire - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 457
an added safety feature, your vehicle has overheat and can lead to tire failure. Under‐inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the vehicle's information. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Industry Canada See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13‑19 for - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 458
to check the pressure in a specific tire displays in the Driver Information Center (DIC). The low tire pressure warning light and the DIC warning message is not Tire Pressure Monitor Operation If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. This vehicle may have a Tire - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 459
the GM-approved tire sealant available through your dealer or included in the vehicle message come on at each ignition cycle until the problem is corrected. Some of the conditions that can cause or signal a low tire condition. See your dealer for service if the TPMS malfunction light and DIC message - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 460
relearn tool, in the following order: driver side front tire, passenger side front tire, passenger side rear tire, and driver side rear. See your dealer for service or to purchase a relearn tool. There are two minutes to match the first tire/wheel position, and five minutes overall to match all four - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 461
Vehicle Care Replace the tire if: . 10-59 Tire Rotation Tires should be rotated every 12 000 km (7,500 miles). See Scheduled Maintenance on page 11‑2. The purpose of a regular tire rotation is to achieve a uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. This will ensure that the vehicle continues to - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 462
Care Lightly coat the center of the wheel hub with wheel bearing grease after a wheel change or tire rotation to prevent nuts become loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to the vehicle - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 463
least a month, remove the tires or raise the vehicle to reduce the weight from the tires. { WARNING Tires could explode during improper service. Attempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause injury or death. Only your dealer or authorized tire service center should mount or dismount the tires. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 464
10-62 Vehicle Care { WARNING Mixing tires could cause you to lose control while driving. If you mix tires of different sizes, brands, or types (radial and bias-belted tires), the vehicle might not handle properly, and you could have a crash. Using tires of different sizes, brands, or types could - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 465
certified technician. See Buying New Tires on page 10‑61 and Accessories and Modifications on page 10‑3 for additional information. Uniform Tire 25 to 30 cm), or to some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 466
heat buildup and possible tire failure. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified the norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 467
tires and wheels might need to be rebalanced. See your dealer for proper diagnosis. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that is needed. Each can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling, speedometer or odometer calibration, headlamp aim, bumper height, vehicle ground clearance - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 468
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 underinflated or flat. Have your dealer or an authorized tire service center repair or replace the flat tire as soon as possible. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 469
only use it for changing a flat tire. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information transmission shift lever in P (Park), or shift a manual transmission to 1 (First) or R (Reverse). 3. (B), use the following example as a guide to assist you in the placement of wheel blocks - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 470
10-68 Vehicle Care The tools you will be using include the following: Tire Changing Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment you will need is stored under the storage tray, which is located on the driver side trim - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 471
Vehicle Care To access the spare tire: J. Hoist End of Extension Tool 10-69 K. Spare Tire Lock 1. To reach the hoist shaft access cover (C), you will first need to remove the hitch cover. Remove it by turning the two fasteners located at the bottom of the cover counterclockwise and then pull the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 472
10-70 Vehicle Care 6. Turn the wheel wrench (E) counterclockwise to lower the spare tire (H) to the ground. Continue to turn the wheel wrench until the spare tire can be pulled out from under the vehicle. If the spare tire does not lower to the ground, the secondary latch is engaged causing the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 473
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. 8. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle with some slack in the cable to access the tire/wheel retainer. Separate the retainer from the guide - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 474
jacked up is dangerous. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you could be badly injured or killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 475
Vehicle Care Raise the vehicle far enough off the ground so there is enough room for the spare tire to clear the ground. 10-73 extensions (C). Attach the wheel 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 476
off. See If a Tire Goes Flat on page 10‑66. { WARNING Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts because the nuts might come loose. The vehicle's loose after time. The wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from places where the wheel attaches to - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 477
torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Specifications on and tire, you must also reinstall the center cap. Line the tab on the back of the cap with the slot in the wheel. Place the cap on the wheel and press until it - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 478
Hoist Cable 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. G. Tire/Wheel Retainer H. Spare Tire/Flat Tire (Valve Stem Pointed Down) I. Hoist Shaft - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 479
Vehicle Care 5. Raise the tire part way upward. Make sure the retainer is fully seated across the underside of the wheel and centered in the wheel opening. 6. Raise the tire fully against the underside of the vehicle by turning the wheel wrench clockwise until you hear two clicks - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 480
Bag E. Jack 4. Turn the jack knob (G) clockwise until the jack is secured tight in the mounting 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 481
down. See "Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools" under Tire Changing on page 10‑68. To release the spare tire from the secondary latch: WARNING Before beginning this procedure read all the instructions. Failure to read and follow the instructions could damage the hoist assembly and you and - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 482
the jack and place it (with the wheel blocks) under the vehicle toward the front of the rear bumper. 9. Position the center lift point of the jack under the center of the spare tire. 10. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting. 11. Continue raising - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 483
turn the inflation and loading the vehicle. For instruction on how to remove, install, or store a spare tire, see Tire Changing on page 10‑68. After installing the onto the vehicle as soon as possible so the spare tire will be available in case it is needed again. Do not mix tires and wheels of - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 484
‑27. If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. If the . Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly damage to the vehicle that would not be They contain acid that can burn you. They contain gas that can explode or ignite. They contain enough electricity - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 485
jump start procedure. Put the automatic transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in N (Neutral) before setting the parking brake. If you have drive gear, not in N (Neutral). Notice: If the radio or other accessories are left on during the jump starting procedure, they could be damaged. The - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 486
Continued) add water to take care of that first. If you do not, explosive gas could be present. Battery fluid contains acid that can burn you. Do not get water to the battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid is there. If it is low, ( - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 487
Vehicle Care Before you connect the cables, here are some basic things you should know. Positive (+) will go to positive (+) or to a remote positive (+) terminal if the vehicle has one. Negative (−) will go to a heavy, unpainted metal engine part or to a remote negative (−) terminal if the vehicle - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 488
its original position. 11. Try to start the vehicle that had the dead battery. If it will not start after a few tries, it probably needs service. Notice: If the jumper cables are connected or removed in the wrong order, electrical shorting may occur and damage the vehicle. The repairs would not - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 489
clearance and/or special equipment. Always flatbed on a car carrier. Consult your dealer or a professional towing service if the disabled vehicle must be towed. See Roadside Service (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Service (Mexico) on page 13‑10. To tow the vehicle behind another vehicle - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 490
10-88 Vehicle Care Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dinghy Towing All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dinghy and Dolly Towing Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, or even with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components. Do not tow an all-wheel- - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 491
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 onto the dolly. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 492
Secure the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's instructions. 6. Use an adequate clamping device designed for soap. Do not use cleaning agents that are petroleum based or that contain acid or abrasives, as they can can be obtained from your dealer. Follow all manufacturers' directions - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 493
more depth and gloss to the colored basecoat. Always use waxes and salts, ice melting agents, road oil and tar, tree sap, bird may be used on chrome or stainless steel trim, if necessary. Use special care clean exterior lamps and lenses. Follow instructions under "Washing the Vehicle" in this - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 494
10-92 Vehicle Care Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated wheels. Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then be - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 495
be corrected in your dealer's body and paint shop. 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 496
dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this. Interior Care The interior color to home furnishings may also transfer color to the interior. When cleaning the interior instructions on the label. While cleaning the interior repair, at no charge to the owner, the surfaces of new vehicles damaged - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 497
of water is a good guide. Use only mild, neutral-pH soaps. Fabric/Carpet Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment frequently to remove dust and loose dirt. A canister vacuum with a beater bar in the nozzle may only be used on floor carpet and carpeted floor mats. For any soil, always try - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 498
and coatings that are sold to preserve and protect leather may permanently change the appearance and feel of the leather and are not recommended. Do not use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean the interior because they can alter the appearance by increasing - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 499
change the appearance and feel of the interior and are not recommended. Do not use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean the interior to plastics and painted surfaces. Follow the manufacturer 's instructions when using air fresheners in the vehicle. If air - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 500
Vehicle Care Use the following guidelines for proper floor mat usage... Floor Mats Do not place anything on top of the driver side floor mat. Use only a single floor mat on the driver side. Do not place one floor mat on top of another. { WARNING If a floor mat is the wrong size or is not properly - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 501
vehicle warranty. As the vehicle owner, you are responsible for the scheduled maintenance in this section. We recommend having your dealer perform these services. Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle in good working condition, improves fuel economy, and reduces vehicle emissions for - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 502
under the best conditions, the engine oil life system might not indicate the need for vehicle service for more than a year. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year and the oil life system must be reset. Your dealer has trained service technicians who will perform this work - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 503
the front suspension, steering linkage, and parking brake cable guides. Control arm ball joints are maintenance‐free. . . . . . Every Engine Oil Change . Change engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on page 10‑7. An Emission Control Service. Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant on - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 504
for loose or damaged components. At Each Fuel Stop . . Engine oil level check. See Engine Oil on page 10‑7. Engine coolant level check. , if equipped. See Sunroof on page 2‑22. . . . . Additional Required Services Every 12 000 km/7,500 Miles . Once a Month . Rotate tires. Tires should - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 505
strut, if equipped, for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage. Check the hold open ability of the gas strut. Contact your dealer if service is required. First Engine Oil Change After Every 80 000 km/50,000 Miles . . . Engine air cleaner filter replacement. See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 506
11-6 . Service and Maintenance First Engine Oil Change After Every 160 000 km/100,000 Miles . . Evaporative control system inspection. Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook‐up, routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve, if the vehicle has one, works properly. Replace - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 507
Service and Maintenance 11-7 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Usage Fluid/Lubricant The engine requires engine oil approved to the dexos - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 508
Dielectric Silicone Grease (GM Part No. 12345579, in Canada 992887). Synthetic Grease with Teflon, Superlube (GM Part No. 12371287, in Canada 10953437). Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Hinge and Linkage, Folding Seats, and Fuel Door Hinge Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Weatherstrip Conditioning - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 509
Service and Maintenance 11-9 Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identified here by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from your dealer. Part Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Oil Filter Spark Plugs Wiper Blades Front - 55.0 cm (21.6 in) Rear - 30.0 cm (11.8 in) 25877402 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 510
-10 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Records After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance receipts. Maintenance Record Date Odometer Reading Serviced By - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 511
Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont.) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed 11-11 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 512
11-12 Service and Maintenance Maintenance Record (cont.) Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 513
and Specifications ...12-2 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...12-3 Service Parts Identification Label This label, on the inside of the . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Model designation. Paint information. Production options and special equipment. . This legal identifier is in the front - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 514
the air conditioning system refrigerant charge amount, see the refrigerant label located under the hood. See your dealer for more information. 16.7 L 5.7 L† 98.4 L 119.2 L 5.7 L 1.4 L 190 as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid after filling. †Oil filter should be changed at every oil change. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 515
Technical Data Engine Specifications Engine 6.2L V8 VIN Code F Transmission Automatic Spark Plug Gap 1.02 mm (0.040 in) 12-3 Engine Drive Belt Routing If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 516
12-4 Technical Data 2 NOTES - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 517
Customer Satisfaction Procedure (U.S. and Canada) Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to the 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 departments. Sometimes, however, despite - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 518
Customer Assistance Center at 1‐800‐458‐8006. In Canada, call the Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre at 1-888-446-2000. We encourage you to call the toll-free number in order to give your inquiry prompt attention. Have the following information available to give the Customer Assistance - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 519
no-charge mediation/arbitration program. General Motors of Canada Limited has committed to binding arbitration of owner disputes involving factory-related vehicle service claims. The program provides for the review of the warranty included with the new vehicle purchase. See your dealer for details. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 520
Center (CAC) and provide the following information: ... Customer Assistance Procedure Owner satisfaction and goodwill are very important to your dealer and General Motors. Normally, any problem with the transaction, sale, or usage of the vehicle must be handled by your dealer sales or service - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 521
of Canada Limited Canadian Cadillac Customer Communication Centre, Mail Code: CA1-163-005 1908 Colonel Sam Drive Oshawa, Ontario L1H 8P7 www.gm.ca 1-888-446-2000 1-800-263-3830 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Assistance: 1-800-882-1112 United States Cadillac Customer Assistance Center - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 522
use Text Telephones (TTYs), Cadillac has TTY equipment available at its Customer Assistance Center. Any TTY user can communicate with Cadillac by dialing: 1-800-833-2622. TTY users in Canada can dial 1-800-263-3830. . Cadillac dealer locator for service nationwide. Exclusive privileges and offers - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 523
. . This program is available to qualified applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible aftermarket adaptive equipment required for the vehicle, such as hand controls or a wheelchair/ scooter lift for the vehicle. Roadside Service (U.S. and Canada) In the United States or Canada, call 1-800-882 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 524
Limited reserve the right to make any changes or discontinue the Roadside Service program at any time without notification. Cadillac and General Motors of Canada Limited reserve the right to limit services or payment to an owner or driver if they decide the claims are made too often, or the same - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 525
is more than an auto club or towing service. It provides every Cadillac owner in the United States with the advantage of contacting a Cadillac advisor and, where available, a Cadillac trained dealer technician who can provide on-site service. A dealer technician will travel to your location within - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 526
the warranty are the owner responsibility. Roadside Service (Mexico) Roadside Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days of the year. For detailed information about Roadside Service, please see the brochure provided with your new vehicle or visit our website at: www.cadillac.com.mx. Navigate the - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 527
dealers are proud to offer Courtesy Transportation, a customer support program for vehicles with the Bumper-to-Bumper (Base Warranty Coverage period in Canada), extended powertrain, and/or hybrid‐specific warranties in both the U.S. and Canada. Several Courtesy Transportation options are available - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 528
Program Information All program options, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact the dealer for specific information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. General Motors reserves - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 529
by that warranty. Aftermarket collision parts are also available. These are made by companies other than GM fit poorly, exhibit premature durability/ corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in collision repairs. The dealer may have a collision repair center with GM-trained technicians - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 530
lease carefully, as you may be charged at the end of the lease for poor quality repairs. Driver name, address, and telephone number. Driver license number. Owner you in danger, or you are instructed to move it by a police officer Roadside Service (U.S. and Canada) on page 13‑7 or Roadside Service - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 531
as the cost stays within reasonable limits. 13-15 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on the engines, transmission, axle, suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body, etc. Owner Information Owner publications are - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 532
Technical Service Bulletins and Manuals are available for 07130 Detroit, MI 48207 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or General Motors. To contact NHTSA, - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 533
. These modules may store data to help the dealer technician service the 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 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 534
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 to an may be made available to others for research purposes, where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner. Event Data - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 535
collection and use and is available in the OnStar glove box kit, at www.onstar.com (U.S.) or www.onstar.ca (Canada), or by pressing the Q of the device. Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service facility could void and for deletion instructions. - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 536
13-20 Customer Information 2 NOTES - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 537
Accessory Power ...9-35 Active Fuel Readiness Light ...5-16 Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles ...3- Exterior ...10-90 Interior ...10-94 Feature ...7-3 Automatic Dimming Mirrors ...2-18 Door Locks ...2-8 Headlamp System ...6-7 Level Control ...9-50 Automatic Transmission ...9-40 Fluid ...10-11 Manual - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 538
California Fuel Requirements ...9-64 Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...10-3 Warning ...10-2 Camera, Rear Vision ...9-59 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...iii ...5-10 Circuit Breakers ...10-39 Cleaning Exterior Care ...10-90 Interior Care ...10-94 Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic ...8-1 Rear ...8-6 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 539
Systems All-Wheel Drive ...10-28, 9-45 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...5-26 Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips ...9-71 Defensive Limits ...9-24 Wet Roads ...9-18 Winter ...9-21 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...1-23 Dual Automatic Climate Control System ...8-1 DVD Rear Seat Entertainment - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 540
Controls ...6-1 Exterior Lamps Off Reminder ...6-5 F Fan Engine ...10-22 Features Memory ...1-8 Filter, Engine Air Cleaner ...10-14 Flash-to-Pass ...6-6 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...6-8 Flat Tire ...10-66 Changing ...10-68 Floor Mats ...10-98 Fluid Automatic Transmission ...10-11 Brakes ...10-26 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 541
(cont.) Gasoline Specifications ...9-64 Gauge ...5-13 Management, Active ...9-38 Recommended ...9-64 Requirements, California ...9-64 System Messages ...5-35 Fuel Economy Driving ...1-23 Full-Size Spare Tire ...10-81 Fuses Engine Compartment Fuse Block ...10-39 Fuses and Circuit Breakers ...10-39 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 542
...6-10 LED ...10-36 Lights Airbag Readiness ...5-16 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning ...5-22 Brake System Warning ...5-21 Charging System ...5-18 Cruise Control ...5-25 Engine Oil Pressure ...5-24 Flash-to-Pass ...6-6 Front Fog Lamp ...5-25 High-Beam On ...5-25 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 543
99 Maps ...7-62 Memory Features ...1-8 Menu Configure ...7-83 Messages Airbag System ...5-38 Anti-Theft Alarm System ...5-38 Battery Voltage and Charging ...5-31 Brake System ...5-31 Door Ajar ...5-32 Engine Cooling System ...5-33 Engine Oil ...5-34 Engine Power ...5-34 Fuel System ...5-35 Key and - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 544
Oil Engine ...10-7 Engine Oil Life System ...10-10 Messages ...5-34 Pressure Light ...5-24 Older Children, Restraints ...3-51 Online Owner Center ...13-6 OnStar® System ...1-24 Ordering Service Outlets ...5-9 Protection, Battery ...6-12 Retained Accessory (RAP) ...9-35 Seat Adjustment ...3-3 - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 545
Reclining Seatbacks ...3-6 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...11-7 Recommended Fuel ...9-64 Records Maintenance ...11-10 Recreational Vehicle Towing 17 U.S. Government ...13-16 Restraints Where to Put ...3-58 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...9-35 Ride Control Systems Messages ...5-37 Road Sensing - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 546
Security Light ...5-25 Vehicle ...2-13 Service Accessories and Modifications ...10-3 Doing Your Servicing the Airbag ...3-48 Shift Lock Control Function Check, Automatic Transmission ...10-31 Shifting Into Park ...9-36 Out of Park ...9-37 Side Blind Zone Alert ...9-56 Signals, Turn and Lane-Change - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 547
Rear ...4-2 Storage Areas Armrest ...4-2 Center Console ...4-3 Glove Box ...4-1 Roof Rack Infotainment ...7-2 Roof Rack ...4-3 System Needs Service, If ...7-98 i-11 T Tachometer ...5- Tires Buying New Tires ...10-61 Chains ...10-66 Changing ...10-68 Designations ...10-49 Different Size ...10- - 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV | Owner's Manual - Page 548
...10-52 Vehicle Identification Service Parts Identification Label ...12-1 ...5-13 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...6-9 U Ultrasonic Parking Updates Map Data ...7-99 Using this Manual ...iv W Warning Brake System Flashers ...6-8 V Vehicle Canadian Owners ...iii Control ...9-3 Identification Number