2014 Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual
2014 Cadillac Escalade Manual
2014 Cadillac Escalade manual content summary:
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2014 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...6-1 Interior Lighting ...6-8 Lighting Features ...6-9 Control ...9-40 Object Detection Systems ...9-42 Fuel ...9-49 Towing ...9-53 Conversions and Add- - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 2
2014 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual M Towing ...10-86 Appearance Care ...10-89 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance ...11-3 Maintenance Schedule ...11-3 Special Application Services ...11-8 Additional Maintenance and Care ...11-8 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 3
, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, ESCALADE, and ESV are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 4
* : This symbol is shown when you need to see a service manual for additional instructions or information. Vehicle Symbol Chart A circle with a slash through it symbol is shown when you need to see your owner manual for additional instructions or information. { Warning These mean there is something - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 5
Introduction v . : 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 O: /: >: 7 : Tire Pressure - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 6
vi Introduction 2 NOTES - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 7
Adjustment ...1-12 Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment ...1-12 Interior Lighting ...1-13 Exterior Lighting ...1-13 Windshield Wiper/Washer FlexFuel ...Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...Roadside Service ...OnStar® ... Performance and Maintenance Vehicle Features Steering Wheel Controls ...1-16 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 8
1-2 In Brief Instrument Panel English Version Shown; Metric Similar - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 9
Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 6-7. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5-3. C. Instrument Cluster on page 5-10. D. Hazard Warning Flashers on page 6-7. E. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission on page 9-28. Driver Shift Control (DSC). See Manual Mode on page 9-31. F. Tow/Haul - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 10
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. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from up to 60 m (195 ft) away from - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 11
door 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. Canceling RKE transmitter. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2. Premium Trim Shown, Uplevel Similar Q: K: Press to lock the doors. Press to - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 12
1-6 In Brief Manual Liftgate Operation To unlock the liftgate, press K on the power door lock the switch is on the overhead console. The vehicle must be in P (Park) to use the power feature. The taillamps will flash and a chime will sound when the power liftgate moves. Press the button on the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 13
Adjustment Premium Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-25. To adjust the seat: . Move the seat forward or rearward by sliding the control forward or rearward. Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by moving the front or rear of the control up or down. To adjust the lumbar support - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 14
1-8 In Brief See Lumbar Adjustment on page 3-3. Reclining Seatbacks Memory Features Second Row Seats On vehicles with a 60/40 split bench or seat can be tumbled or removed from the vehicle. For detailed instructions, see Third Row Seats on page 3-12. . See Reclining Seatbacks on page 3-4. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 15
In Brief 1-9 Heated and Ventilated Seats display show the selected setting: three for high, two for 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. Indicator bars next to the symbol - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 16
certain conditions. No other airbag is affected by the passenger sensing system. If the vehicle has one of the indicators pictured in the following illustrations, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system for the front outboard passenger position. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-31 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 17
of the headlamps from behind. This feature comes on when the vehicle is Canada and Mexico See Heated Mirrors on page 2-16. Park Tilt Mirrors If the vehicle has the memory package, the driver and/or passenger mirror tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This feature - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 18
from behind. The dimming feature comes on each time the vehicle is started. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on page 2-17. Steering Wheel Adjustment Throttle and Brake Pedal Adjustment The vehicle has adjustable throttle and brake pedals that allow you to change their positions. Push the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 19
13 Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps are located in the overhead console. They come on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are closed. Turn the instrument panel brightness knob located below the dome lamp override button, clockwise to the farthest position to manually - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 20
off position again will turn the automatic headlamps and DRL back on. For vehicles first sold in Canada, the off position only works when the vehicle is shifted into the P (Park) position. AUTO: Automatically turns on the headlamps at normal brightness, along with the parking lamps, instrument panel - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 21
B. AUTO (Automatic Operation) C. Defrost D. Air Recirculation E. Rear Window Defogger F. Air Conditioning The DSC switch is located on the shift lever. To enable the DSC feature: 1. Move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) position. 2. The Driver Information Center (DIC) display will show the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 22
range of gears for current driving conditions. See Manual Mode on page 9-31. 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 9-32. Vehicle Features Steering Wheel Controls c / x : Press to go to the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 23
located in the center of the instrument cluster. It shows the status of many vehicle systems and enables access States and Canada. After a destination has been set, the system provides turn-by-turn instructions for reaching the fuel range, average economy, fuel used, timer, transmission temperature, - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 24
and Unlock Settings RKE Lock and Unlock Feedback Lighting Chime Volume Memory Features Digital Speedometer Display T: Press to display the oil life, units will flash if the turn signal is on. Ultrasonic Parking Assist If available, this system uses sensors on the rear bumper to assist with parking - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 25
on page 5-44. Universal Remote System Sunroof Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such openers, security systems, and home automation devices. Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the transmitter. Because of the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 26
The sunshade must 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 and stop the sunroof. See Sunroof on page 2-20. Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-25. Vent: From - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 27
button on the DIC for more than five seconds. The oil life will change to 100%. Driving for Better Fuel Economy Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get the best fuel economy possible. . Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly. Brake gradually and avoid abrupt - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 28
size. Follow recommended scheduled maintenance. Roadside Service U.S.: 1-800-224-1400 Canada: 1-800-882-1112 TTY Users (U.S. Only): 1-888-889-2438 Mexico: 01-800-466-0805 New vehicles are automatically enrolled in the Roadside Service program. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. OnStar® If equipped - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 29
or others could be caught in the path of a closing window. Do not leave children in a vehicle with the ignition key. Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-17 Windows Windows ...2-17 Power Windows ...2-18 Sun Visors ...2-20 Roof Sunroof ...2-20 Doors Liftgate ...2-8 Power - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 30
and it becomes difficult to turn the key, inspect the key blade for debris. Periodically clean with a brush or pick. If locked out of your vehicle, contact Roadside Service. See Roadside Service on page 13-5 for more information. . Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 31
within three seconds, all remaining doors unlock. The interior lamps may come on and stay on for 20 (Remote Vehicle Start): For vehicles with this feature, press / to start the engine from Remote Start Similar) The following functions may be available if this vehicle has the RKE system: Q - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 32
not touch any of the circuitry on the transmitter. Static from your body could damage the transmitter. To replace the battery: 1. Separate the the notch, located above the metal base. 2. Remove the old battery. Do not use a metal object. 3. Insert the new battery, positive side facing up. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 33
have an automatic climate control system, during remote start, you will need to manually turn the heated seats on and off. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats . Do not use the remote start feature if the vehicle is low on fuel. The vehicle may run out of fuel. The RKE transmitter range may be - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 34
2-6 . Keys, Doors, and Windows After the key is removed from the ignition, the vehicle can be remote started again. The vehicle cannot be remote started if the key is in the ignition, the hood is not closed, or if there is an emission control system malfunction and the malfunction indicator lamp is - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 35
. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 2-2. Premium Trim Shown, Up‐Level Similar Q (Lock): Press to lock the doors. K (Unlock): Press to unlock the doors. Automatic Door Locks The vehicle may have an automatic lock/unlock feature. This feature can be programmed using the Driver - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 36
enter the vehicle if it is driven with the liftgate or trunk/hatch open, or with any objects that pass through the seal between the body and the trunk/hatch or liftgate. Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled. It can cause unconsciousness and even death - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 37
the overhead console. The vehicle must be in P (Park) to use the power feature. The taillamps will flash and a chime will sound when the power liftgate moves. behind the liftgate is clear before opening it. Manual Liftgate Operation To unlock the liftgate, press K on the power door lock switch - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 38
service before using the liftgate. Obstacle Detection Features If the liftgate encounters an obstacle during a power open or close cycle, a warning chime will sound and the liftgate will automatically reverse direction to the full it is activated again or closed manually. Press and hold 8 on the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 39
Manual Operation of Power Liftgate To change the liftgate to manual operation, press OFF on the liftgate switch. With the power liftgate disabled and all of the doors unlocked, the liftgate can be manually still will not function, see a dealer for service. Liftglass If equipped, there are two ways to - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 40
or retract. The assist steps cannot be disabled in the extended position. Power Assist Steps Vehicle Security This vehicle has theft-deterrent features; however, they do not make the vehicle impossible to steal. Vehicle Alarm System Your vehicle has a content theft-deterrent alarm system. The - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 41
the 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 not activate if the doors are locked with the vehicle's key or the manual door lock. It activates only if you use the power door lock switch - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 42
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 needs service. If the vehicle does start, the first key may be faulty. See your dealer who can service the PASS-Key III+ to have a new key - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 43
III+ key, see your dealer or a locksmith who can service PASS-Key III+ to have a new key made. Do not leave the key or device that 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 is - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 44
arrow on the mirror flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Resetting the Power Folding Mirrors Reset the power folding mirrors if: . accidentally manually folded/unfolded. The mirrors will not stay in the unfolded position. The mirrors vibrate at normal driving speeds. Premium Trim - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 45
of the headlamps from behind. This feature comes on when the vehicle is started. 2-17 Interior Mirrors Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror Adjustment has the memory package, the driver and/or passenger mirror tilt to a preselected position when the vehicle is in R (Reverse). This feature lets the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 46
feature. The express mode can be canceled at any time by briefly pressing or pulling the switch. Premium Accessory Power (RAP). See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-25. Press the switch to lower the window. Pull the switch up to raise it. The vehicle aerodynamics are designed to improve fuel - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 47
will need to reprogram each front power window for the express-up feature to work. Before reprogramming, replace or recharge the vehicle's battery. To program each front window, follow these steps: 1. With the ignition in ACC/ ACCESSORY, ON/RUN, or when RAP is active, close all doors. 2. Press and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 48
Sun Visors Roof Sunroof On vehicles with a sunroof, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-25. Vent: From the closed position, press the rear of switch (B) to vent the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 49
which can be pulled forward to block sun rays. The sunshade must 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 and stop the sunroof. Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 50
2-22 Keys, Doors, and Windows 2 NOTES - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 51
Inflate? ...3-29 How Does an Airbag Restrain? ...3-29 What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? ...3-29 Passenger Sensing System ...3-31 Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle ...3-35 Rear Seats Heated Rear Seats ...3-7 Second Row Seats ...3-8 Third Row Seats ...3-12 Safety Belts Safety Belts - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 52
locked in place. The front seat outboard head restraints are not designed to be removed. Head Restraints { Warning With head restraints that push down on the headrest. Rear seat head restraints and headrests are not designed to be removed. The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. Pull - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 53
or lower the entire seat by moving the entire control up or down. 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 bottom of the control to raise or lower the height of the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 54
is in motion can be dangerous. Even when buckled up, the safety belts cannot do their job. The shoulder belt 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 could go - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 55
Brake Pedal on page 9-21. brake pedals will move to the positions previously stored for the identified driver. Memory Remote Recall The memory feature can recall the driver seat, outside mirrors, power steering column, and pedals to stored positions when entering the vehicle. To activate, unlock - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 56
the appropriate manual control for the for service. Easy Exit Positions This feature can move the driver seat rearward and the power steering column up and forward to allow extra room to exit the vehicle. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats { Warning If you cannot feel temperature change - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 57
will change to the next lower setting, and then to the off setting. Indicator bars next to the symbol on the climate control display show the feature after restarting the vehicle, press the desired button again. 3-7 Rear Seats Heated Rear Seats { Warning If you cannot feel temperature change or - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 58
if equipped. The seat has either the manual fold and tumble feature or the automatic seat release fold and tumble feature. 2. Move the seatback to the desired , the heated seat changes to the next lower setting, and then the off setting. Indicator bars next to the symbol show the setting: three for - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 59
Seats and Restraints Manual Fold and Tumble Feature Folding and Tumbling the Seat To fold and tumble the normal stowed position before folding a rear seat. 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 60
3-10 Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) Automatic Fold and Tumble Feature The transmission must be in P (Park) for this feature to work. the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. To fold - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 61
Seats and Restraints Warning (Continued) stop or crash. Be sure to return the seat to the passenger seating position. Push and pull on the seat to make sure it is locked into place. To fold and tumble the seat from the third row seat, if equipped: 1. Make sure that there is nothing under, in front - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 62
completely lowered and there is nothing 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." Returning the Seatback to the Upright Position To return the seatback to the upright position: 1. Open the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 63
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." The seat cannot be unlatched from the floor unless the seatback is folded. 4. Unlatch the seat from - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 64
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. { Warning A seat that is not locked into place properly can move around in a collision or sudden stop. People - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 65
Seats and Restraints 3-15 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 (Continued) It is extremely dangerous to - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 66
or Infants and Young Children on page 3-39. Follow those rules for everyone's protection. It is very important for all occupants to buckle up. Statistics show that unbelted people are hurt more often in crashes than those who are wearing safety belts. There are important things to know about wearing - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 67
over the shoulder and across the chest. These parts of the body are best able to take belt restraining forces. The shoulder belt the lap-shoulder belts have cinching latch plates. Use the following pictures to determine the latch plate style: { Warning You can be seriously injured, or even killed, - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 68
2. Pick up all the way and start again. Engaging the child restraint locking feature in the right front seating position may affect the passenger sensing on page 3-31 for more information. Cinching Latch Plate The following instructions explain how to wear a lap-shoulder belt properly. 1. Adjust - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 69
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. 3-19 3. Push the latch plate into the buckle until it clicks. If you find that the latch plate will - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 70
crash. See How to Wear Safety Belts Properly on page 3-16. Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides This vehicle may have rear shoulder belt comfort guides. If not, they are available through your dealer. The guides may provide added safety belt comfort for older children who have outgrown booster seats and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 71
Seats and Restraints 3-21 Here is how to install a comfort guide to the safety belt: 1. Remove the guide from its storage clip on the interior body. 2. Place the guide over the belt, and insert the two edges of the belt into the slots of the guide. 3. Be sure that the belt is not twisted and it - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 72
, squeeze the belt edges together so that the safety belt can be removed from the guide. Slide the guide onto its storage clip on the interior body. Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy Safety belts work for everyone, including pregnant women. Like all occupants, they are more likely to be seriously - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 73
use it only for the seat it is made to fit. The extender has been designed for adults. Never use it for securing child seats. To wear it, attach it to the regular safety belt. See the instruction sheet that comes with the extender. to have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 74
to have the safety belt assemblies inspected or replaced. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the safety 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 75
belt, even with airbags. Airbags are designed to work with safety belts, not replace them. Also, airbags are not designed to inflate in every crash. In airbag readiness light on the instrument panel cluster, which shows the airbag symbol. The system checks the airbag electrical system for malfunctions - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 76
3-26 Seats and Restraints Where Are the Airbags? The driver frontal airbag is in the center of the steering wheel. The front outboard passenger frontal airbag is in the instrument panel on the passenger side. Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar If the vehicle has seat-mounted side impact - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 77
roof-rail airbags are located in the ceiling above the rear windows for the outboard passenger positions in the third row. 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 78
. Frontal airbags are designed to inflate in moderate to severe frontal or near frontal crashes to help reduce the potential for severe injuries, mainly to the driver's or front outboard passenger's head and chest. Whether the frontal airbags will or should inflate is not based primarily on how fast - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 79
costs body. Rollover capable roof-rail airbags are also designed to help contain the head and chest of occupants in the outboard seating positions in the first, second, and third rows. The rollover capable roof-rail airbags are designed to help reduce the risk of full gas from the inflator. Gas from - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 80
are designed to inflate only once. After an airbag inflates, you will need some new parts for the airbag system. If you do not get them, the airbag system will not be there to help protect you in another crash. A new system will include airbag modules and possibly other parts. The service manual for - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 81
passenger airbag status indicator pictured in the following illustration, then the vehicle has seat and safety belt. The sensors are designed to detect the presence of a properly-seated rear-facing child is so great, if the airbag deploys. Canada and Mexico The words ON and OFF, or the symbols for - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 82
restraint in a rear seat. The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag if: depending upon the person's seating posture and body build. Everyone in the vehicle who The front problem with the airbag system or the passenger sensing system. . . - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 83
On Indicator is Lit for a Child Restraint The passenger sensing system is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag if the system determines that To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-13 for more - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 84
information about the importance of proper restraint use. If the shoulder portion of the belt is pulled out all the way, the child restraint locking feature will be engaged. This may unintentionally cause the passenger sensing system to turn the airbag off for If a person of adult size is sitting - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 85
. Your dealer and the service manual have information about servicing the vehicle and the airbag system. To purchase a service manual, see Service Publications Ordering Information on page 13-11. Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle Adding accessories that change the vehicle's frame - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 86
side impact sensors, or airbag wiring. Your dealer and the service manual have information about the location of the airbag sensors, sensing and GM covers, upholstery, or trim, or; with GM covers, upholstery, or trim designed for a different vehicle. Any object, such as an aftermarket seat heater or - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 87
airbag system parts. See your dealer for service. If the airbag readiness light stays on Child Restraints Older Children The manufacturer instructions that come with the booster seat using the rear safety belt comfort guide. See "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 88
to use safety belts properly. Can proper safety belt fit be maintained for the length of the trip? If yes, continue. If no, return to the booster seat internal injuries in a crash. Also see "Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides" under Lap-Shoulder Belt on page 3-17. According to accident statistics - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 89
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 . Neither the vehicle's safety belt system nor its airbag system is designed for them. Children who are not restrained properly can strike other people - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 90
models available. When purchasing a child restraint, be sure it is designed to be used in a motor vehicle. If it is, the restraint will have a label saying that it meets federal motor vehicle safety standards. The restraint manufacturer instructions vehicle owner, are available in four - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 91
the risk of neck and head injury during a crash, infants need complete support. In a crash, if an infant is in a rear-facing child restraint, the crash forces can be distributed across the strongest part of an infant's body, the back and shoulders. Infants should always be secured in rear-facing - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 92
LATCH system, following the instructions that came with that child restraint and the instructions in this manual. To help reduce the chance seat provides restraint for the child's body with the harness. Booster Seats A booster seat is a child restraint designed to improve the fit of the vehicle - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 93
a booklet, or both, and to this manual. The child restraint instructions are important, so if they are not available, obtain a replacement copy from the manufacturer. seat inspection station. For CPST availability in Canada, check with Transport Canada or the Provincial Ministry of Transportation - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 94
securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with your child restraint to make sure it is compatible position. The vehicle may have a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 95
the child restraint to the anchors in the vehicle. This system is designed to make installation of a child restraint easier. Make sure that a secure the restraint, following the instructions that came with that restraint, and also the instructions in this manual. When installing a child restraint - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 96
tethers are designed for use with or without the top tether being attached. Others require the top tether always to be attached. In Canada, the law requires that forward-facing child restraints have a top tether, and that the tether be attached. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for your - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 97
Seats and Restraints 3-47 To assist in locating the top tether anchors, the top tether anchor symbol appears near the anchors. Second Row - Bucket Third Row Seat H (Lower Anchor): Seating positions with two lower anchors. I (Top Tether Anchor): Seating positions with top tether anchors. For - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 98
3-48 Seats and Restraints the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the of the vehicle as the seating position where the child restraint will be placed. Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the LATCH System Second Row Seat - 60/40 For models with 60/40 second row seating, - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 99
, see Where to Put the Restraint on page 3-43. This system is designed to make installation of child restraints easier. When using lower anchors, do not safety belts. Refer to your child restraint manufacturer instructions and the instructions in this manual. { Warning Do not attach more than one - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 100
that the top tether be attached, attach and tighten the top tether to the top tether anchor, if equipped. Refer to the child restraint instructions and the following steps: 2.1. Find the top tether anchor. 2.2. Route, attach, and tighten . . If the position you are using does not have a headrest - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 101
any necessary replacements made as soon as possible. If the vehicle has the LATCH system and it was being used during a crash, new LATCH system parts may be needed. New parts and repairs may be necessary even if the LATCH system was not being used at the time of the crash. . If - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 102
, the lap-shoulder belts have cinching latch plates. Use the following pictures to determine the latch plate style: Securing Child Restraints (Rear Seat Position) When securing a child restraint in a rear seating position, study the instructions that came with the child restraint to make sure it is - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 103
Seats and Restraints 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. 3-53 Cinching Latch Plate 1. Put the child restraint on the seat. 3. Push the latch plate into - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 104
locked. If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 4 and 5. 6. If the child restraint has a top tether, follow the child restraint manufacturer's instructions regarding the use of the top tether. See Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on page 3-45 for more information. 4. For - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 105
-facing child restraint. See Where to Put the Restraint on page 3-43. In addition, the vehicle may have a passenger sensing system which is designed to turn off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-31 and Passenger Airbag Status - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 106
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 , or if the instructions that come with the child restraint say that the top strap must be anchored. In Canada, the law requires that - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 107
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 belt - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 108
3-58 Seats and Restraints 2 NOTES - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 109
. Push down and then back on the front cupholder to remove it for cleaning. To set to cool mode, press and release the button; the i shows blue. Press and release again to turn it off. To set to heat mode, press and release the button; the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 110
upper and lower storage bin accessed by lifting up on the latches located at the front of the console lid. The console may have an accessory power outlet inside. See Power Outlets on page 5-6. The rear of the console also has a cupholder that swings down for the rear seat passengers to - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 111
accessory carrier. For vehicles with a roof rack, the rack can be used to load items until tightened. Tie the load to the siderails or siderail supports. Notice: Loading cargo on the roof capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading, see Vehicle Load - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 112
to carry long items, move the crossrails as far apart as 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 tightly that the crossrails or siderails are damaged. After moving a crossrail, be sure it is - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 113
Charging Messages ...Brake System Messages ...Door Ajar Messages ...Engine Cooling System Messages ...Engine Oil Messages ...Engine Power Messages ...Fuel System Messages ...Key and Lock Messages ...Lamp Messages ...Object Detection System Messages ...Ride Control System Messages ...Airbag System - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 114
with OnStar® or a Bluetooth® system, press to interact with those systems. See OnStar Overview on page 14-1 or "Bluetooth (Overview)" in the infotainment manual. c (Phone/Mute): Press to reject an incoming call, or end a current call. Press to mute or unmute the infotainment system when not on - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 115
volume. ( (Heated Steering Wheel): If equipped with a heated steering wheel, press to turn it 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. 8 (Mist): For a single wipe, turn to 8 , then release. For several - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 116
Window Wiper/ Washer 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 such as during a long distance cross-country trip or moving to a new state or province, it will be necessary to compensate for compass variance by - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 117
5-5 from tall buildings, utility wires, manhole covers, or other industrial structures, if possible. If CAL should ever appear in the DIC display, the compass should be calibrated. If the DIC display does not show a heading, for example, N for North, or the heading does not change after making - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 118
to the previous menu. If auto timing is set, the time displayed on the clock may not update immediately when driving into a new time zone. To set the o BACK to go to the last menu and save the changes. Power Outlets The accessory power outlets can be used to plug in electrical equipment, such as - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 119
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 outlets are designed for accessory power plugs show it is in use. The light comes - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 120
. To reset the circuit, unplug the item and plug it back in or turn the Retained Accessory Power (RAP) off and then back on. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-25 The power outlet is not designed for and may not work properly, if the following are plugged in: . Other equipment requiring - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 121
together to indicate a 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 and even dangerous - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 122
5-10 Instruments and Controls Instrument Cluster English Shown, Metric Similar - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 123
the vehicle ever needs a new odometer installed, the new one will be set to the correct mileage total of the old odometer. Fuel 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 fuel gauge indicated. For example - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 124
Light There is a passenger safety belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator. See Passenger Sensing System on page 3-31. This gauge shows the engine coolant temperature. If the indicator on the gauge moves towards the shaded area on the thermostat, it means that the engine - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 125
If the vehicle has the airbag status indicator pictured in the following illustration, then the vehicle has a passenger sensing system information. Airbag Readiness Light This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The system have the vehicle serviced right away. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 126
Canada and Mexico Warning (Continued) with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service. { Warning If the airbag readiness light ever - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 127
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. on when the vehicle is placed in ON/RUN, as a check to show it is working. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 128
. Diagnosis and service might be required. To prevent more serious damage to the vehicle: ... or stumbling on acceleration. These conditions might go away once the engine is warmed up. If one or more of these conditions occurs, change the fuel brand used. It may require at least one full tank of the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 129
recently been replaced or run down. The diagnostic system is designed to evaluate critical emission control systems during normal driving. This If the warning light comes on and a chime sounds there could be a brake problem. Have the brake system inspected by your dealer. This light can also come on - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 130
service service. If the regular brake system warning light is also on, the vehicle does not have antilock brakes and there is a problem If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. If the system is on again while driving, the vehicle needs service. If the regular brake system warning - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 131
The TCS/StabiliTrak light comes on briefly when the engine is started. If the light does not come on or stays on, have the vehicle serviced by the dealer. If the system is working normally, the indicator light turns off. For vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this light - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 132
could be low on oil and it might have some other system problem. Security Light Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage oil pressure is still low, have the vehicle serviced. Always follow the maintenance schedule for changing engine oil. This light comes on briefly while starting - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 133
Instruments and Controls light will flash rapidly if the alarm system is arming and one or more of the monitored entry points is not closed. The light will stay on if the alarm is arming and all entry points are closed. For information regarding this light and the vehicle's security system, see - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 134
wheel. The DIC displays trip, fuel, and vehicle system information, and warning messages if a system problem is detected. A digital speedometer also It also displays warning messages if a system problem is detected. The DIC also allows some features to be customized. See Vehicle Personalization on - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 135
refueling. The display will show LOW if the fuel level is low. The fuel range estimate is based on an average of the vehicle's fuel economy over recent driving history and the amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. This estimate will change if driving conditions change. For example, if driving - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 136
INST ECON displays. 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 137
manual. See Maintenance Schedule on page 11-3 for more information. Remember, you must reset the OIL LIFE display yourself after each oil change. Press the vehicle information button until OIL LIFE REMAINING displays. This display shows an estimate of the oil's remaining useful life. If you see 99 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 138
show HIGH. Your vehicle's charging system regulates voltage based on the state of the battery. The battery voltage may fluctuate when viewing this information on the DIC. This is normal. See Charging System Light on page 5-14 for more information. If there is a problem This display shows no - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 139
started. 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 warning light if there is a problem with the brake system. See Brake System - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 140
. 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. RIGHT REAR DOOR OPEN This message displays and a chime sounds if the passenger side rear door is not fully closed and the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 141
it until the cause of the low oil pressure has been 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 page 10-9 for - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 142
page 2-2. TIGHTEN GAS CAP This message may display along with the check engine light on the instrument cluster if the fuel cap is not if the fuel cap has been left off or improperly installed. A loose or missing fuel cap allows fuel to evaporate into the Lamp Messages SERVICE LEFT HEADLAMP - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 143
if 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 9-42 for more information. See your dealer for service. Object Detection System Messages PARKING ASSIST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL This message - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 144
For cleaning instructions, see "Washing Your Vehicle" in Exterior Care on page 10-89. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on page 9-44 for more information. Ride Control System Messages SERVICE STABILITRAK If your vehicle has StabiliTrak and this message displays, it means there may be a problem with - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 145
. See Airbag Readiness Light on page 5-13 and Airbag System on page 3-24 for more information. . . Security Messages SERVICE THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM This message displays when there is a problem with the theft-deterrent system. The vehicle may or may not restart so you may want to take the vehicle - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 146
Loading Information label. See Tires on page 10-39, Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-14, and Tire Pressure on page 10-46. The DIC also shows first time the feature is activated in an MANUAL SHIFT This message displays when the automatic transmission is in manual mode. See Manual to costly repairs that - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 147
drivers. All of the customization 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 from their default state since then. The - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 148
through the available customizable options. Feature Settings Menu Items The following are customization features that allow you to program settings to the vehicle: DISPLAY IN ENGLISH This feature will only display if a language other than English has been set. This feature allows you to change the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 149
: 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. AUTO DOOR UNLOCK This feature allows you to select whether or not to turn off the automatic door unlocking feature. It also - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 150
RKE transmitter. LIGHTS ON (default): The exterior lamps will flash when you press the unlock button on the RKE transmitter. 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 151
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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 152
: 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. AUTO HIGH BEAMS If your vehicle has this feature, it allows you to select to have the IntelliBeam system turned off or on - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 153
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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 154
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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 155
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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 156
trip/fuel or vehicle information DIC buttons are pressed. The end of the feature settings reverse feature. This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982. Read the instructions completely when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends. See "Erasing Universal Home Remote - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 157
same time for one to two seconds, and immediately release them. hanging antenna wire is attached to the motor-head unit and may be a colored button. Press this button. After pressing this button, complete the following steps in less than 30 seconds. 3. Immediately return to the vehicle. Press and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 158
device, or home automation device, repeat Steps 1 through 5, choosing a different 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 159
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. 5-47 Example of Eight Dip Switches with Three Positions The panel of switches might not appear exactly as they do in the examples above, but - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 160
5-48 Instruments and Controls buttons to put the Universal Home Remote into programming mode. 4. The indicator lights will blink slowly. Enter each switch setting from Step 2 into your vehicle's Universal Home Remote. You will have two and one-half minutes to complete Step 4. Now press one button - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 161
Home Remote Buttons Any of the three buttons can be reprogrammed by repeating the instructions. Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons The programmed buttons should be erased when the vehicle is sold or the lease ends. To erase either Rolling Code or Fixed Code settings on the Universal Home - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 162
5-50 Instruments and Controls 2 NOTES - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 163
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...6-7 Fog Lamps ...6-7 Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control ...6-8 Dome Lamps ...6-9 Reading Lamps ...6-9 Exterior Lighting Exterior Lamp Controls Lighting Features Entry Lighting ...6-9 Exit Lighting ...6-9 Battery Load Management ...6-10 Battery - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 164
first sold in Canada, the off position only works when the vehicle is shifted into the P (Park) position. AUTO (Automatic): Automatically . IntelliBeam® Intelligent High-Beam Headlamp Control System For vehicles with this feature, be sure to read this entire section before using it. IntelliBeam - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 165
covered with ice, dirt, haze or other obstructions. Your vehicle is loaded such that the front end of the vehicle points upward, causing the feature will be temporarily disabled until the stalk is returned to the neutral position. The exterior lamp control is turned to any setting except AUTO - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 166
setting is available for dealer directly on the surface of the sensor window. You may need to manually disable or cancel the high-beam headlamps by turning the low-beam headlamps be disabled by using the controls on the inside rearview mirror. AUTO 3 (On/Off): To disable the system, press this - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 167
5 3 (Headlamp High/Low Beam Changer): To change the headlamps from low to high beam, push day. Fully functional daytime running lamps are required on all vehicles first sold in Canada. The DRL system comes on when the following conditions are met: . . in AUTO. The transmission is not in P (Park). . - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 168
approximately one minute for the automatic headlamp system to change if it is bright enough outside. During that delay, the instrument cluster may not be as bright as usual. Make sure the instrument panel brightness control is in the full bright position. See Instrument Panel Illumination Control on - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 169
arrow on the instrument cluster flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. Move the turn signal lever all the way up or down to signal a or lower the lever until the arrow starts to flash to signal a lane change. The turn signals automatically flash three times. It will flash six times if - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 170
-beam headlamps must be on for the fog lamps to work. Interior Lighting Instrument Panel Illumination Control The fog lamp button is located on the instrument panel cluster to show that the fog lamps are on. D (Instrument Panel Brightness): This feature controls the brightness of the instrument - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 171
button, clockwise to the farthest position to manually turn on the dome lamps. The dome lamps control. Lighting Features Entry Lighting The vehicle has an illuminated entry feature. When the doors The lamps cannot be adjusted. Exit Lighting The interior lamps come on when the key is removed from - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 172
high speed, heated seats, engine cooling fans, trailer loads, and loads plugged into accessory power outlets. EPM works to prevent excessive discharge of . This is normal. If there is a problem, an alert will be displayed. Battery Power Protection This feature shuts off the dome lamps if they are - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 173
96 7-96 7-97 7-97 Infotainment System Introduction Infotainment ...7-2 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...7-3 Overview ...7-4 Audio Players CD/DVD Player ...7-18 MP3 ...7-26 (GPS) ...Vehicle Positioning ...Problems with Route Guidance ...If the System Needs Service ...Map Data Updates ...Database - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 174
features intended to help with this by disabling some features when driving. A grayed-out function is not available when the vehicle is moving. All functions are available and roadway laws and instructions, regardless of the traffic restrictions or the latest road changes, it may suggest using a - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 175
or deleted, and other functions accessed. See instructions later in this section. Every 50 times screen appears. After reading the caution, select OK to load the map DVD information. If OK is not selected, options. 7-3 Theft-Deterrent Feature TheftLock® is designed to discourage theft of the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 176
/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 Interest) Touch Screen Button L. 1 (Zoom - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 177
or returning a leased vehicle. See "Edit Address Book - Edit/View" under Configure Navigation) Limit Features While Driving The navigation system may have this feature. Touch the Limit Features While Driving English/Metric To change the language of the navigation screens or to change the navigation - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 178
on page 7-82 for more information. 2 (Address Entry). 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. 6. Once a state or province has been selected the City - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 179
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. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 180
The name appears in that preset destination screen button and is now available to select from the Destination Entry screen. See "Using Your Stored Destination on page 7-69 for more information on how to add or change preset destinations. Guidance Volume Adjust the volume of voice guidance prompts: - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 181
chimes may not work. Make sure that replacement or additional equipment is compatible with the vehicle before installing it. See "Accessories and Modifications" in the vehicle's owner manual. w (Tuning Knob): Turn to go to the next or previous frequency or disc track or chapter. See CD/DVD Player - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 182
(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 (if equipped), press the left and right arrow screen buttons to change - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 183
the right and left arrow category screen buttons are used. FM lists may also contain a category to select if stations in the broadcast area support Radio Data Systems (RDS). a station, plays for a few seconds, then goes to the next station. 3. To stop scanning, press either arrow again. Press the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 184
displays, press the screen button showing the station or press Ignore. Press to turn notification on or off. Sound Menu Storing Radio Station Presets This feature stores a mix of up to 30 AM, FM, and XM (if audio adjustment settings as changes are made for each audio source including AM, FM, XM - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 185
the best possible sound quality. 2 CH. (Channel): Enhances surround sound. 7-13 5.1 CH. (Channel): Gives a full 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. Radio Menu Press CONFIG to enter the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 186
at the set volume level. This feature is most effective at lower volume audiopilot. Remove/Add XM Categories (US and Canada) Press the Remove/Add XM Categories screen the categories to add are dark in color. Press the category to be added or Preset Pages screen button to change the number of preset - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 187
features are available for use only on FM stations that broadcast RDS information. With RDS, the radio can do the following: . 7-15 Satellite Radio SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service SiriusXM is a satellite radio service that is based 1-877-209-0079 (Canada). XM Updating: The return. Loading XM: The - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 188
service Canada). Channel Unavail: This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. No Artist Info: No artist information is available accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 189
not be covered by the warranty. SiriusXM® Satellite Radio Service SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 190
where it stopped, if it was the last selected audio source. As each new track starts to play, the track number displays. If an error appears press the CD screen button. CD Player While playing a CD, the navigation system is available. When you insert a CD, the CD tab displays. If a DSP setting is - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 191
reduced volume. 2. Release this screen button to stop rewinding. The display will show the elapsed time of the track. 2. Press the down arrow to go . 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 192
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 options are only available if a DVD has a menu. Use the cursor menu to start a DVD video from the disc main menu. . When a DVD is loaded, the rear - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 193
that j / r (Pause/Play): 1. Press to pause the DVD. This button will then change to the play button. 2. Press the play button to play the DVD. 3. Press this button : Press to display the first menu of the DVD. This is not available on all DVDs. Menu: Press to display the DVD menu of the current area - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 194
settings are not available on all DVDs. This button is not available for DVD audio. Audio Language: Press English, French, or Spanish to change the default language that to increase or decrease the contrast of the navigation screen. Auto (Automatic): Press so the system can automatically adjust the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 195
your dealer. This may not be available on all DVDs. Aspect: Press to change the aspect ratio of the DVD. This may not be available on all DVDs. 7-23 w ( bottom surface of a disc while handling it; this could damage the surface. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the edge of the hole and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 196
Port, located on the instrument panel or 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 storage device, connect the device to the USB - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 197
it is connected to the vehicle if the vehicle is in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN position. When the vehicle is turned off, the iPod power from the vehicle's battery. USB Supported File and Folder Structure The guidelines that must be met while using USB supported files and folders are: ... 7-25 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 198
7-26 Infotainment System The iPod or USB storage device should not be pulled out from the USB dock. To safely remove it, press Eject. or press the top or bottom arrow to jump 10 percent up or down the list. 6. Press the Back button to go back to the previous screen. 7. Press the Exit button to go - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 199
information is displayed by the radio if it is available. The radio supports ID3 tag information v1.0, v1.1, or v2.0. The on a CD-R or CD-RW with a maximum capacity of 700MB. DVD with MP3 are not playable on new folder, the display does not automatically show the new folder name. The new track - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 200
are shortened. The display does not show parts of words on the last page While playing a CD, the navigation system is available. When you insert a CD, the CD new track starts to play, the track number appears on the display. j / r (Pause/Play): Press to pause the CD. This button will then change - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 201
Infotainment System 2. Release to stop fast forwarding. The display shows the elapsed time of the track. 7-29 w (Tuning Knob): 1. Turn counterclockwise one notch to go to the start of the current track, turn it again - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 202
change the functions of the RSE. See the Rear Seat Infotainment user guide for more information. wired headphones. See the Rear Seat Infotainment user guide about the Overhead DVD RSE system. The vehicle has a feature called Retained Accessory Power (RAP). With RAP, the RSE system can be played - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 203
off. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) on page 9-25 for more information. 7-31 Overview RSE Base System Some DVDs do not allow fast 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 204
be plugged in with a 3.5 mm (1/8 in) jack to listen to music or show the video on another device. The yellow connector is used for video input. The white Video Input . Located behind the front seat headrest. The loading slot for the DVD player is located at the top of the head restraint. Insert - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 205
begin play. There is a play position memory feature for DVD and video CD only. If the the headphones to the transmitter. Using the Base RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) Menus Use setup Display setup Parental control setup Adjusting the picture quality Setting the various outputs On-screen display - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 206
cancel use of the setup display. Not all DVDs support all of the feature defaults in the setup menus. If a feature is not supported, the defaults are provided by the DVD media. /PS (Pan and Scan): This displays the wide picture on the screen with a portion of the left and right sides removed. Normal/ - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 207
navigation arrows to select any one of the available Rating settings from the display menu. The Rating the SETUP MENU to access the parental control feature. It allows for control of the type be viewed and is only accessible when no disc is loaded. To setup the Parental Control: 1. Press the SETUP - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 208
PWD option, confirm the new password by entering the new password again. 2. Navigate to the Password sub-menu under the Password Setup Page. 3. Press the right navigation arrow, then press ENTER. 7. Scroll to the OK button and press ENTER. The message "Your password has been changed" displays. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 209
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 Screen . Located behind the front seat headrest. The loading slot for the DVD player is located at the top of the head restraint. Insert - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 210
The DVD player automatically draws the disc in, "Loading" displays on the screen along with a disc indicator pictures. To charge devices, connect it to the USB port. Not all devices are able to be charged. For playback, the formats available are JPEG JPG M2V MP3 MPE MPEG-1 MPEG-2 MPEG-4 MPG OGG - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 211
the disc stopped. The play position memory is erased if the disc is removed. L. STOP . 7-39 or eject the disc, to cancel the pre-stop feature and to clear the disc position memory. M. EJECT . Using the Uplevel RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) Menus Use the OSD setup display menus for: ... X Press - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 212
the previous menu. Audio Setup Menu The Audio Setup Menu is available when a disc is not loaded. To set the speaker setup: 1. Press the SETUP button Setup sub-menu. 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 213
to increase or decrease the picture contrast. Use the right or left navigation arrows to choose from −16 to +16. Hue: Adjust to increase or decrease the color hue. Use the right or to select any one of the available Rating settings from the display menu. The Rating settings are: . . Kid SAFE ( - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 214
(six digits) using numeric buttons. 5. At the Confirm PWD option, confirm the new password by entering the new password again. 6. Scroll to the OK button and press ENTER. The message "Your password has been changed" displays. To reset the system back to the factory default settings: 1. Press the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 215
radio can vary when switching between the radio, CD, DVD, MP3, or an auxiliary device. the channel selector. The driver side monitor is designated as Channel 3, and the passenger side as Channel 4. Set the channel selector switch according to the video display screen being viewed. The message, "To - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 216
7-44 Infotainment System Remote Control Buttons SETUP: Press to change the default settings, see "Using the RSE On-Screen Display (OSD) Menus" later in this manual. There are four main menu screens, each screen displays a menu to select different setting options. The screens are: 1. General Setup - - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 217
picture adjustment OSD, cycles through bars for BRIGHTNESS, CONTRAST, COLOR, and TINT. Use the right/left navigation arrows to adjust the setting. This feature time to turn the function off. To view the preset section, press 7. AUTO MEMORY: This button is not used with the system. SEARCH/SKIP: This - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 218
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 title feature is disc-specific, and may not be available on all discs. SUBTITLE: Press to change the subtitle language to another available language - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 219
desired chapter or track is reached. Battery Replacement To change batteries in the remote control: 1. Turn the remote CD When an audio CD is playing, the display shows the current track and the amount of time that along with the current track playing and the length of time for that track. 2. Press - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 220
and Troubleshooting IR 4. No picture: Check that Feature REPEAT: Press to change between Repeat One and Repeat Folder. . Cleaning the Video Screens The video display screens are made of a specially coated glass and can be scratched or damaged by abrasive products, solvents, or ammonia-based - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 221
while handling it; this could damage the surface. Pick up CDs or DVDs by grasping the outer edges edge. 7-49 Before Driving The RSE is designed for rear seat passengers only. The driver Control The RSE system may have a Parental Control feature, depending on which radio the vehicle has. To - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 222
source connected to A/V jacks or the auxiliary input jack, if the vehicle has this feature. The wireless headphones have a power button, channel 1 or 2 switch, and a , pressing the play icon on the radio DVD display menu, or changing an ignition position. A. Battery cover B. Channel 1 or 2 switch - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 223
from the headphone set. To purchase replacement ear pads, call 1-888-293-3332, then prompt zero (0), or contact your dealer. Battery Replacement To change the batteries on the headphones: 1. Turn the screw to loosen the battery door located on the left side of the headphones. Slide the battery door - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 224
full, and zoom), screen brightness, and setup menu language can be changed from the on screen setup menu. To change any feature manufacturer 's instructions for proper to the color-coded feature. The RSE system always transmits the audio signal to the wireless headphones, if there is audio available - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 225
Infotainment System 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 226
cool, dry place. If the remote control becomes lost or damaged, a new universal remote control can be purchased. If this happens, make sure the Display Menu): Press this button to adjust the brightness, screen display mode (normal, full, or zoom), and display the language menu. v (Title): y (Main - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 227
button. This button might not work while the DVD is playing the copyright information or the previews. Press this button to change audio tracks on DVDs that have this feature when the DVD is playing. The format and content of this function vary for each disc. e (Audio): Aux Video Aux Video - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 228
long period of time, remove the batteries and keep them in a cool, dry place. \ (Clear): 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 function vary for each disc. Press this button within three seconds - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 229
Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart Problem There is no power. The picture does not fill the screen. There are black borders on the top and bottom or on both sides, or the picture looks stretched out. In auxiliary mode, the picture moves or scrolls. The remote control does not work. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 230
7-58 Infotainment System Tips and Troubleshooting Chart (cont'd) Problem Recommended Action Check for obstructions, low remote and/or the headphones are lost. The DVD is playing, but there is no picture or sound. DVD Display Error Messages The DVD display error message depends on the radio - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 231
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 device to the auxiliary input (if available), located below the RSA. Turn the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 232
7-60 Infotainment System While listening to a disc, press the right ¨ seek arrow to go to the next track or chapter on the disc. Press the left © seek arrow to go back to the start of the current track or chapter (if more than ten seconds have played). This function is inactive, with some radios, - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 233
This section presents basic information needed to operate the navigation system. Use the buttons located on the navigation system along with the available touch-sensitive screen buttons on the navigation screen to operate the system. See Overview on page 7-4 for more information. Once the vehicle - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 234
source (AM, FM, XM (if equipped), CD, etc.). Full Map displays the screen in full map view. Selecting the audio tab splits the screen between the the system's features and preferences. Alpha-Numeric Keyboard Letters of the alphabet, symbols, punctuation, and numbers, when available, displays on - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 235
of the compact flash drive. The navigation system provides full route guidance in the detailed map areas. The navigation system informs through voice prompts when you are traveling into a limited guidance area where route guidance is not available. The street maps and the directional arrow displayed - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 236
Keep pressing on the map screen to scroll for a longer distance. If you have used the scroll feature to scroll the map and the vehicle icon disappears off the screen, press NAV to return to the symbol appears when the time to the destination is not available or while you are scrolling on the map. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 237
Infotainment System 7-65 The north up symbol indicates the map with North Up, known as North Up mode. While in North Up mode, the vehicle icon follows the north direction on the map regardless of which direction the vehicle is traveling. Press this screen symbol to switch between North Up, Heading - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 238
Infotainment System Displaying POI icons on the map shows where POIs (e.g. restaurants, gas stations, etc.) are located. This screen 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 No GPS symbol - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 239
category has been selected, press this button to display the list of available POIs for the selected POI category. The list provides the POI icon information on editing address book entries. GO: Press to make this POI a destination or a stopover. Map: Press to display the map showing the location of - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 240
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. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 241
dual screen and full screen which new route is highlighted on the screen. To enter a destination, choose from one of the following destination entry methods: Address Entry 3. Select the state/province screen button, if needed, to change the current state or province. A list of all of the available - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 242
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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 243
by entering a cross street: 1. Press DEST. 2. Press 7-71 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 244
on Your Route" in this section for more information. i. 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. Enter the POI name. If five or fewer names are - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 245
been stored in the address book. i. i. 3. Press Browse POI Categories to view the list of POI categories. 4. Select a category. The system displays available POI names in the selected category. 5. Press GO, located next to the POI. The map screen, with the destination marked displays. 3. Press - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 246
Destination screen. The system stores up to 20 points that have been previously entered. As new destinations are entered, the system automatically deletes the oldest destinations and adds the new destinations. To use the previous destination entry method: 1. Press DEST. 2. Press g. A list of the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 247
Infotainment System 3. Select a previous destination from the list. Use the arrow to the right of the destination to view the entire destination name as necessary. Use the scroll arrows to the left to scroll through the list. 4. Press GO, located next to the destination. The map screen, with the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 248
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. Map Coordinates The coordinates destination entry method - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 249
. 3. Press Cancel if the list of Near Gas Station is not needed. For more information, see Driver Information Center (DIC) on page 5-22. OnStar® Destination Download (US and Canada) OnStar Destination Download (if equipped) is a service available for OnStar subscribers that makes operating your - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 250
minutes are available). Press Add to Address Book, the navigation system copies the downloaded destination to the address book and displays the new address book 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 251
7-79 Map Destination Screen Functions If the map screen is used to show destination, it will have map screen capabilities such as GO, Mark, 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 252
the whole route if necessary. The detour option is only available while driving on a current planned route. Voice Volume Press Route screen to turn voice guidance on or off and to change the volume of voice prompts. See "Nav" under Configure Menu feature allows up to three stopovers to be added to - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 253
Infotainment System the current route between the start point and final destination. Once a stopover has been added, the points can be edited or deleted. To add a stopover: 1. Press DEST. 2. Press the Add Stopover screen button. This button only appears if a route has been calculated. 3. Using the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 254
Menu on page 7-82 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 255
. Voice Guidance: Press On or Off to turn voice instructions on and off while traveling on a planned route. Route Preference Press the Route Preference screen button to change route options when the system calculates a route. Allow Major Roads: This feature allows the system to use major roads when - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 256
the address book entry to change. 5. Press the Icon screen button. 6. Select an icon from the list. 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. Allow Ferrys: This feature allows the system to - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 257
Press the Nav screen button. 3. Press Edit/View Address Book. 4. Select the address the Nav screen button. 3. Press Edit/View Address Book. Use the Map to remove the map data. A screen showing, "The Map can now be safely the map database will not be available for that ignition cycle. Map database - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 258
the navigation system will show the path being traveled available in more cities in the future. Visit www.xmnavtraffic.com for more details on local coverage. XM NavTraffic (USA and Canada) Vehicles with the navigation system have an XM NavTraffic receiver. XM NavTraffic is a subscription service - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 259
fee is required in order to receive the XM NavTraffic service. Turning XM NavTraffic On and Off To turn traffic for Approaching Traffic Events enables the system to show a pop-up screen that notifies of possible traffic issues ahead. When this feature is highlighted, while traveling on a route, - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 260
from the vehicle's current position displays. An arrow may appear before the distance. The arrow indicates the distance is a straight line distance and it shows the direction of the event from the current vehicle's position. If no arrow appears, the distance indicates how far the event is ahead on - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 261
Infotainment System Traffic: Press to enable or disable the traffic function. Show Traffic ICONS: Press to display traffic icons on the map screen. , red and orange arrows shown beside the roads and used to show the traffic flow or extent of a traffic event. . Black indicates a closed road segment - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 262
to the desired area, and then stop scrolling. Wait for the traffic to update. It may take up to two minutes before traffic in this new area can be received and displayed. Traffic Event Display Categories Name Press the Name screen button to display traffic events in the order of distance - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 263
buttons have common functions across all three Detailed Traffic Event screens. Back: Press to return to the previous screen. Map: If available, press to display the related traffic event on the map. Delayed traffic due to construction. Category 4, Advisories: s (Road Works): j / r (Road Condition - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 264
change the current location to a new location from a list of 156 supported cities. The display will then update the extended forecast for the new the new route has been calculated, the navigation system goes to the full map screen and shows the new route. The Avoid button is only available if the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 265
. Press any control button to view the display. Press this screen button to change the brightness, contrast, and mode of the display. ] (Brightness): Press or − to increase or decrease the contrast of the screen. Auto (Automatic): Press so the system can automatically adjust the screen background - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 266
in the vehicle owner manual. Rear Display(s) navigation system does not change the time on the analog clock. See Clock on page 5-6 to change the analog clock display options available. The available options are: Video: Press to turn on or off. Symbols: Press to turn on or off. Guiding Lines: Press - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 267
vehicle. The GPS shows the current position 94. This system may not be available or interferences may occur if any at high speed. Vehicle changes directions more than once, Problems with Route Guidance on page 7-96. . . . . . . . Signals are obstructed by tall buildings, trees, large trucks - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 268
not be shown if there are new roads, if roads have recently changed, or if certain roads are available when using automatic rerouting for the next right or left turn. The route may not be changed if other problems occur. If the System Needs Service If the navigation system needs service and the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 269
-0805 or write to [email protected]. Have the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) available when ordering to ensure the correct and most up-to-date DVD map disc for the vehicle is sent. See "Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)" in the Index of the vehicle owner manual for more information. After - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 270
features. Voice recognition can be used when the ignition is on or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active. See Retained Accessory loaded and the navigation system must be on. When a multiple command is available . The system only recognizes commands based on the language selected from the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 271
. 7-99 Display [set] night [mode]: Sets the display to night mode. Display [set] auto [mode]: Sets the display to automatic mode. The system changes between day and night mode automatically. System help: Instructs the system to assist with display commands. Radio Commands The following are radio - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 272
The commands are available when the auxiliary source is available. Aux, Auxiliary or disc that is currently loaded. CD, DVD, Disc, [select] track (one, two, three, etc.): Instructs the system to select a specific parked: . Become familiar with the features of the cell phone. Organize the phone - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 273
/ACCESSORY position. The range of the Bluetooth system can be up to 9.1 m (30 ft). Not all phones support audio system volume knob, during a call, to change the volume level. The adjusted volume level remains in a voice recognition menu. Noise: Keep interior noise levels to a minimum. The system may - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 274
unless the pairing information on the cell phone changes or the cell phone is deleted from the the system, the system connects to the first available paired cell phone in the order that they were guide. 5. Locate the device named "Your Vehicle" in the list on the cell phone. Follow the instructions - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 275
phone, the Bluetooth system looks for the next available cell phone in the order in which all the available cell phones were paired. Depending on which cell g for 2. Say "Bluetooth." b / g for 2. Say "Bluetooth." 3. Say "Change phone." . b / g for . If another cell phone is found, the response - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 276
7-104 Infotainment 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 number. Using the "Delete" Command 1. Press and hold two seconds. 2. Say "Delete." 3. Say - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 277
Say "Dial" or "Call." b / g to answer the call. Press c / x to ignore a call. Press Call Waiting Call waiting must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier. . Press b / g to answer an incoming call when another call is active. The original call is placed on hold. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 278
cell phone. See your cell phone manufacturer's user guide for more information. . To mute a call, press then say "Mute call." b / g , and Three-Way Calling Three-way calling must be supported on the cell phone and enabled by the wireless service carrier. 1. While on a call, press 2. Say "Three - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 279
go through their cycle according to the phone's operating instructions. Sending a Number or Name Tag During a Call and trade names are those of their respective owners. See Radio Frequency Statement on page 13- during a call. You can use this feature when calling a menu-driven phone system. Account - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 280
7-108 Infotainment System 2 NOTES - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 281
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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 282
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 up or down arrows on the fan switch, the defrost button, the AUTO button, driver side temperature knob, or the air conditioning button to turn - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 283
mode: 1. Press the AUTO button. When AUTO is selected, the display will change to show the current temperature(s) and AUTO come on the display. The This sensor regulates air temperature based on sun load and also turns on the headlamps. Automatic Operation AUTO (Automatic): When automatic operation - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 284
air is available. The length of delay depends on the engine coolant temperature. Pressing the fan switch will override this delay and change the fan using automatic operation will place the fan in manual operation. The fan setting will display and the AUTO light will turn off. The air delivery will - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 285
times and then turn off indicating the air conditioning mode is not available. If the air conditioning is on and the outside temperature drops below for air conditioning to be effective, the air conditioning light turns off to show that the air conditioning mode has been canceled. On hot days, open - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 286
8-6 Climate Controls Notice: Do not use a razor blade or sharp object to clear the inside rear window. Do not adhere anything to the defogger grid lines in the rear glass. These actions may damage the rear defogger. Repairs would not be covered by your warranty. Heated Mirrors: Press 1 to help - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 287
rear control temperature display will show the temperature setting increasing or decreasing (Air Delivery Mode Control): Press the mode button to change the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. Repeatedly selections. Manual Operation D C (Fan Control): Automatic Operation, If Equipped AUTO: - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 288
8-8 Climate Controls . Air Vents Use the air outlets located in the center and on the side of the instrument panel to direct the airflow. Operation Tips . Keep the air path under the front seats clear of objects. This helps air to circulate throughout the vehicle. Adding outside equipment to the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 289
...9-11 Winter Driving ...9-12 If the Vehicle Is Stuck ...9-13 Vehicle Load Limits ...9-14 Retained Accessory Power (RAP) ...Shifting Into Park ...Shifting out of Park ...Parking over Things That Burn ...Active Fuel Management® ... 9-25 9-25 9-26 9-27 9-27 Ride Control Systems StabiliTrak® System - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 290
keep your eyes on the road, hands on the wheel, and mind on the drive. . Designate a front seat passenger to handle potential distractions. Become familiar with vehicle features before driving, such as programming favorite radio stations and adjusting climate control and seat settings. Program all - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 291
(Continued) Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you are with a group, designate a driver who will not drink. . Drunk Driving Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy. Control of a Vehicle Braking, steering - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 292
through the curve Wait until the vehicle is out of the curve before accelerating gently into the straightaway. There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective than braking. Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees without removing a hand - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 293
reducing vehicle speed by shifting to a lower gear. Any sudden changes could cause the tires to slide. Loss of Control Skidding There about the original equipment tires, see the Limited Warranty and Owner Assistance Information manual. Controlling the vehicle is the key to successful off-road - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 294
. Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, and check inflation pressure in all tires, including the spare, if equipped. Read all the information about four-wheel-drive and all-wheel-drive vehicles in this manual. Make sure all underbody shields, if equipped, are properly attached. . Loading the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 295
Driving and Operating . 9-7 Do not damage shrubs, flowers, trees, or grasses or disturb wildlife. Do not park over things that burn. See Parking Over Things that Burn. cannot be seen, get out of the vehicle and walk the hill before driving further. When driving on hills: . . . Use a low gear - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 296
across. Driving across an incline puts more weight on the downhill wheels which could cause a downhill slide or a rollover. Surface conditions can be a problem. Loose gravel, muddy spots, or even wet grass can cause the tires to slip sideways, downhill. If the vehicle slips sideways, it can hit - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 297
Ice Use a low gear when driving in mud - the deeper the mud, the lower the gear. Keep the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck. Traction changes when driving on sand. On loose sand, such as on beaches or sand dunes, the tires tend to sink into the sand. This affects steering - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 298
fuel lines and cooling system for any leakage. More frequent maintenance service puddle of water or a car/vehicle wash, lightly apply the and uneven braking. Check the body structure, steering, suspension, wheels, Hydroplaning Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 299
tips include: . . 9-11 Keep the vehicle well ventilated. Keep the interior temperature cool. Keep your eyes moving - scan the road ahead and to when ignition is off. You could (Continued) . . Keep the vehicle serviced and in good shape. Check all fluid levels and brakes, tires, cooling system - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 300
alert on top of hills; something could be in your lane (stalled car, accident). Pay attention to special road signs (falling rocks area, winding the vehicle unless there is help nearby. If possible, use Roadside Service. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. To get help and keep everyone in the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 301
for help with the headlamps. Do this as little as possible to save fuel. If the Vehicle Is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the system off and use the rocking method. Clear away snow from around the base of your vehicle, especially any that is blocking the exhaust pipe. Check - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 302
vehicle, you can use them if you are stuck off-road and need to be pulled to some place where you can continue driving. Vehicle Load Limits It is very important to know how much weight your vehicle can carry. This weight is called the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 303
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 label. Tire and Loading Information Label 9-15 positions (A), and the maximum vehicle capacity weight (B) in kilograms and pounds. The Tire - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 304
will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of available cargo a trailer, 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 9-56 for - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 305
loading information label for specific information about your vehicle's capacity weight and seating positions. The combined weight of the driver, passengers, and cargo should never exceed your vehicle's capacity C. Available Cargo Weight = 113 kg (250 lbs) Example 3 A. Maximum Vehicle Capacity Weight - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 306
it out. Using heavier suspension components to get added durability might not change your weight ratings. Ask your dealer to help you load your vehicle the right way. If you put things inside your vehicle - like suitcases, tools, packages, or anything else - they will go as fast as the vehicle goes - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 307
. Be sure to weigh your vehicle before you buy and install the new equipment. Notice: Overloading the vehicle may cause damage. Repairs would not . . . . There is also important loading information for off-road driving in this manual. See "Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving" under Off - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 308
on page 9-60. Starting and Operating New Vehicle Break-In Notice: The vehicle first 805 km (500 miles). Do not make full-throttle starts. Avoid downshifting to brake or slow time the new brake linings are not yet broken in. Hard stops with new linings can every time you get new brake linings. Do - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 309
you to change their positions. The feature will not operate ignition must be in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal must be applied. . Retained Accessory Power (RAP) will remain active. See Retained Accessory Power ( closer or further from your body. The ignition switch has four - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 310
pushed or towed. C (ON/RUN): This position can be used to operate the electrical accessories and to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights. This position can also be used for service and diagnostics, and to verify the proper operation of the malfunction indicator lamp as - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 311
moving parts. The vehicle has a Computer-Controlled Cranking System. This feature assists in starting the engine and protects components. If the ignition key ignition switch to the ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF position. When the Low Fuel warning lamp is on and the FUEL LEVEL LOW message is displayed - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 312
moving parts. Notice: If you add electrical parts or accessories, you could change the way the engine operates. Any resulting damage would not be Engine Heater The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 313
Driving and Operating The length of time the heater should remain plugged in depends on if equipped) Sunroof (if equipped) Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running These features work when the key is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY. Once the key is turned from ON/RUN to LOCK/OFF, the windows - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 314
position. If you are still having a problem shifting, then have the vehicle serviced soon. Then, see if you can move lock release system. The shift lock release is designed to: . Torque Lock If you are parking on the ignition is in ON/RUN or ACC/ ACCESSORY and the regular brake pedal is applied. . - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 315
onto a freeway, the system will maintain full-cylinder operation. If the vehicle has an Active Fuel Management indicator, see Driver Information Center (DIC The exhaust smells or sounds strange or different. The exhaust system leaks due to corrosion or damage. The vehicle exhaust system has been - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 316
9-53. . There are holes or openings in the vehicle body from damage or aftermarket modifications that are not completely sealed. Automatic vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that has no fresh air ventilation. P (Park): This position locks the rear - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 317
parked on a hill, especially when the vehicle has a heavy load, you may notice an increase in the effort to shift out 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: . { Warning It is - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 318
such as with a heavy load or when temperature changes. During this adaptive shift . This difference in shifting is normal. M (Manual Mode): This position lets drivers select the range of upshifts and downshifts. This shift stabilization feature is designed to determine, before making an upshift, - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 319
gears. To use this feature: 1. Move the shift lever to M (Manual Mode). 2. Press the current driving conditions. The DIC display will show the message MANUAL SHIFT on the first line and the column lever is used to change to the gear. Grade Braking is not available when the Driver Shift Control is - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 320
with the Autoride® feature, if the vehicle has this, to enhance the ride when trailering or with a loaded vehicle. See Continuous Damping feature is only enabled while the Tow/Haul Mode is selected and the vehicle is not in the Range Selection Mode. See "Tow/Haul Mode" listed previously and Manual - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 321
Drive If the vehicle has this feature, engine power is sent to all wheel speed and controls braking pressure accordingly. Remember: ABS does not change the time needed to get a foot up to the brake pedal vehicle If there is a problem with ABS, this warning light stays on. See Antilock Brake System (ABS - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 322
you are towing a trailer and are parking on a hill, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9-53. Brake Assist This vehicle has a brake assist feature designed to assist the driver in stopping or decreasing vehicle speed in emergency driving conditions. This - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 323
There may be situations on minor hills (less than 5% grade) with a loaded vehicle or while pulling a trailer where HSA will not activate. If you release This vehicle has an HSA feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade. This feature is designed to prevent the vehicle from - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 324
the DIC, the vehicle should be taken in for service. For more information on the DIC messages, see normal and does not mean there is a problem with the vehicle. The system should initialize before instrument panel cluster when the system or the TSC feature is both on and activated. The system may - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 325
by pressing and releasing the TCS/StabiliTrak button if they are not automatically shut off for any other reason. This will also enable the TSC feature. When the TCS or StabiliTrak system is turned off, the StabiliTrak light and the appropriate TCS off or StabiliTrak off message will be displayed on - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 326
) feature. See Hill Start Assist (HSA) on page 9-35. Adding non-dealer accessories can affect the vehicle's performance. See Accessories and service. Road Sensing Suspension The Road Sensing Suspension (RSS) feature provides superior vehicle ride and handling under a variety of passenger and loading - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 327
™. With this feature, improved vehicle ride and handling is provided under a variety of passenger and loading conditions. Autoride loaded or towing a trailer. See "Tow/ Haul Mode" under Trailer Towing on page 9-56. Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension is available - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 328
. Do not use the cruise control on winding roads or in heavy 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. Do not use cruise control on slippery roads. With cruise control, a speed - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 329
to the previous set cruise speed. Using Cruise Control on Hills How well the cruise control works on hills depends on the vehicle speed, the load, and the steepness of the hills. When going up steep 2. Get up to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET− button located on the steering wheel - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 330
not detect children, pedestrians, bicyclists, animals, or objects below the bumper or that are too close or too far from the vehicle. It is not available at speeds greater than 8 km/h (5 mph). To prevent injury, death, or vehicle damage, even with URPA, always check the area around the vehicle and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 331
(5 mph) in R (Reverse). PARKING ASSIST BLOCKED SEE OWNERS MANUAL: This message can occur under the following conditions: . When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly The following messages may be displayed on the DIC: SERVICE - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 332
performance, such as vibrations from a jackhammer or the compression of air brakes on a very large truck. Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) If equipped, the Side Blind Zone Alert system is a lane-changing aid that assists drivers with avoiding crashes that occur with vehicles in the side blind zone (or - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 333
flash as an extra warning not to change lanes. SBZA can be disabled through operation; the vehicle does not need service. SBZA may not always alert the or in heavy rainstorms. For cleaning instructions, see "Washing the Vehicle" under Exterior ON option will not be available on the DIC menu. FCC - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 334
backing. shifted into R (Reverse), the video image appears on the navigation screen. After a delay, mph). . . Symbols The navigation system may have a feature that allows for viewing parking assist symbols on the navigation RVC system is designed to help the driver when backing up by displaying - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 335
displays. 5. Touch the Guidelines screen button. The screen button will be highlighted when on. RVC Location The camera is located above the license plate. This shows the field of view that the camera provides. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 336
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. . When the System Does Not Seem To Work Properly The RVC system might not work properly or display a clear image if: . A. View displayed by - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 337
of TOP TIER Detergent Gasolines. Recommended Fuel Use premium unleaded gasoline with a posted octane fuel is a half tank or less, then refuel with the current seasonal fuel. Prohibited Fuels Gasolines containing oxygenates, such as ethers and ethanol, as well as reformulated gasolines are available - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 338
countries outside the U.S. or Canada, the proper fuel might be hard to find. Check regional auto club or fuel retail brand websites for availability in the country where driving. Never use leaded gasoline, fuel containing methanol, or any other fuel not recommended. Costly repairs caused by use of - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 339
5798 or CAN/ CGSB-3.512 in Canada. Do not use the fuel if the ethanol content is greater than 85%. Fuel mixtures that do not meet ASTM Fuel vapors and fuel fires burn violently and can cause injury or death. . To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 340
page 5-15. If the vehicle has a Driver Information Center (DIC), the TIGHTEN GAS CAP message displays if the fuel cap is not properly installed. . Fuel can spray out if the fuel cap is opened too quickly. This spray can happen if the tank is nearly full, and is more likely in hot weather. Open the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 341
vehicle, trunk, or pickup bed before filling. Place the container on the ground. Place the nozzle inside the fill opening of the container before dispensing fuel, and keep it in contact with the fill opening until filling is complete. Fill the container no more than 95% full to allow for expansion - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 342
towing, do not drive over 80 km/h (50 mph) and do not make starts at full throttle. Vehicles can tow in D (Drive). Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and/ or hilly conditions. . Fully open the air outlets on or under the instrument panel - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 343
Always back up slowly and, if possible, have someone guide you. 9-55 Driving on Grades Reduce speed and lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy loads and/or hilly conditions. The Tow/Haul Mode may steep uphill grades, the vehicle may show signs similar to engine overheating. To - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 344
until the chocks absorb the load. 4. Reapply the brake pedal and result in costly repairs not To identify the trailering capacity of the vehicle, pick up and store the chocks. Trailer Towing Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See New service more often when pulling a trailer. See Maintenance - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 345
different than just driving the vehicle by itself. Trailering means changes in handling, acceleration, braking, durability and fuel economy. Successful, safe trailering takes correct equipment, and it chart to determine how much the vehicle can weigh, based upon the vehicle model and options. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 346
kg (14,000 lbs) 6 350 kg (14,000 lbs) Escalade 2WD 6.2L V8 Escalade AWD 6.2L V8 Escalade ESV 2WD 6.2L V8 Escalade ESV AWD 6.2L V8 *The Gross Combination Weight Rating™(GCWR) is the total allowable weight of the completely loaded vehicle and trailer including any passengers, cargo, equipment and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 347
weight the vehicle can carry, which will also reduce the trailer weight the vehicle can tow. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-14 for more information about the vehicle's maximum load capacity. 9-59 Trailer tongue weight (A) should be 10 percent to 15 percent and fifth wheel or gooseneck kingpin - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 348
any of these ratings is to weigh the tow vehicle and trailer combination, fully loaded for the trip, getting individual weights for each of these items. Do not Many trailers can be towed with a weight carrying hitch which simply features a coupler latched to the hitch ball, or a tow eye latched - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 349
using sway controls with any trailer. Ask a trailering professional about sway controls or refer to the trailer manufacturer's recommendations and instructions. A. Body to Ground Distance B. Front of Vehicle When using a weight-distributing hitch, the spring bars should be adjusted so the distance - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 350
from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by upper bracket. 2. Move the bottom of the cover forward. Trailer Brakes A loaded trailer that weighs more than 900 kg (2,000 lbs) needs to have its own - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 351
the instructions for wires: . Trailer Wiring Harness Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Package ... *The fuses for these two circuits are installed not connected. They should be connected by your dealer or a qualified service center. If charging a remote (non-vehicle) battery, press the tow - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 352
a feature that assists when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 9-32 for more information. Tow/Haul is designed to characteristics and reduced fuel economy. Tow/ Haul is recommended only when pulling a heavy trailer or a large or heavy load. . This indicator - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 353
) Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a TSC feature. Trailer sway is unintended side-to- . Adding non-dealer accessories can affect the vehicle performance. See Accessories and Modifications on page electrical to the vehicle, see Servicing the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle on page 3-35 and Adding Equipment to - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 354
9-66 Driving and Operating 2 NOTES - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 355
Materials Requirements ...Accessories and Modifications ...10-2 10-2 10-3 10-3 Vehicle Checks Doing Your Own Service Work ...10 Tires ...10-41 All-Terrain Tires ...10-41 Tire Sidewall Labeling ...10-41 Tire Designations ...10-43 Tire Terminology and Definitions ...10-43 Tire Pressure ...10-46 Tire - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 356
When It Is Time for New Tires ...10-53 Buying New Tires ...10-54 Different Size Changing ...10-69 Secondary Latch System ...10-78 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 357
work. 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 13-11. Accessories and Modifications Adding non‐dealer - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 358
Keep a record with all parts receipts and list the mileage and the date of any service work performed. See Maintenance Records on page 11-14. Notice , be sure all the filler caps are on properly. Then bring the hood from full open to within 152 mm (6 in) from the closed position, pause, then push - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 359
Vehicle Care 10-5 Engine Compartment Overview 6.2L V8 Engine - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 360
. Check the engine oil level regularly and maintain the proper oil level. See "Checking Engine Oil" and "When to Add Engine Oil" in this section. Change the engine oil at the appropriate time. See Engine Oil Life System on page 10-9. Always dispose of engine oil properly. See "What to Do - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 361
oil level at each fuel fill. In order above the cross-hatched area that shows the proper operating range, the engine driving of the vehicle and seek a service professional to remove the excess amount oil to use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, see Capacities and Specifications on page 12-2. Notice: - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 362
oil can be a threat to the environment. If you change your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil on the ground, into sewers, or into streams or bodies of water. Recycle it by taking it to a place by the vehicle warranty. Check with your dealer or service provider on whether the oil is approved to the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 363
has a computer system that indicates when to change the engine oil and filter. This is based on a combination of factors which include engine revolutions, engine temperature, and miles driven. Based on driving conditions, the mileage at which an oil change is indicated can vary considerably. For the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 364
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 listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 11-11. Change the fluid and filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals listed in - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 365
Vehicle Care Hot Check Procedure 10-11 1. Locate the transmission dipstick at the rear of the engine compartment, on the passenger side of the vehicle. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 10-5 for more information. 2. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a clean - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 366
the location of the engine air cleaner/filter. 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 Maintenance Schedule on page 11-3 for more information. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 367
dusty/dirty conditions, inspect the filter at each engine oil change. Replacing the Engine Air Cleaner/ Filter 10-13 How loose dust and dirt. If the engine air cleaner/filter remains covered with dirt, a new filter is required. Never use compressed air to clean the filter. 3. Remove the engine - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 368
could cause an engine fire, and you could be burned. Get any leak fixed before you drive the vehicle. Notice: Using coolant other than DEX-COOL heater core, or radiator corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant could require changing sooner, at 50 000 km (30,000 mi) or 24 months, designed to - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 369
how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating on page 10-17. 10-15 Warning ( , or into sewers, streams, or bodies of water. Have the coolant changed by an authorized service center, familiar with legal requirements regarding used - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 370
10-16 Vehicle Care The coolant level should be at or above the FULL COLD mark. If it is not, the vehicle may have a leak in the cooling system. boiling, do not do anything else until it cools down. If coolant is visible but the coolant level is not at - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 371
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 to stop. A hiss means there is still some pressure left. 2. Keep turning the pressure cap slowly - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 372
are not, do not continue to run the engine and have the vehicle serviced. Notice: Running the engine without coolant may cause damage or a fire. Vehicle 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. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 373
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 10-6. Overheated Engine if no cooling is required. Under heavy vehicle loading, trailer towing, and/or high outside temperatures, - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 374
problem. Have the system inspected and repaired. or if operating the air conditioning system, the fans can change is functioning properly. The fans change to low speed when additional read the manufacturer's instructions before use. Use The level should be at the FULL COLD mark. If necessary, add - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 375
brake pads are worn and new pads are needed. The fluid, follow the manufacturer instructions for adding water. Do serviced. Notice: Continuing to drive with worn-out brake pads could result in costly brake repair. Open the cap with the washer symbol on it. Add washer fluid until the tank is full - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 376
change the balance between the front and rear brakes - for the worse. The braking performance expected can change Capacities and service might be required. The brake fluid level goes down because of normal brake lining wear. When new linings are installed, the fluid level goes back up. A fluid leak - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 377
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 the MIN but not over the MAX mark. What to Add Use only new DOT 3 brake fluid from a sealed container. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 378
example, just a few drops of mineral-based oil, such as engine oil, in Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt new battery is needed. See Engine Compartment Overview - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 379
Vehicle Care 10-25 Front Axle When to Check and Change Lubricant It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless there is a leak suspected or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. How to Check Lubricant A. Drain Plug B. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 380
reach the proper level. noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. All axle assemblies are filled by volume of for an hour or two. Remember that the rear axle assembly must be supported to get a true reading. What to Use Refer to Recommended Fluids and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 381
in each gear. The vehicle should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer for service. 1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the vehicle. It should be parked on a level surface. 2. Firmly apply the parking - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 382
up and out of the park rest position. . Contact your dealer if service is required. Wiper Blade Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wear or away from the wiper arm. 3. Install the new blade onto the arm connector and make sure the grooved areas are fully set in the locked - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 383
replacement bulbs, see Replacement Bulbs on page 10-31. For any bulb‐changing procedure not listed in this section, contact your dealer. 4. Replace the you try to service any of the system components, you could be seriously injured. Have your dealer or a qualified technician service them. The - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 384
10-30 Vehicle Care 6. Press a new bulb into the socket, insert the socket into the the socket. If the taillamp, stoplamp, or turn signal need to be replaced, see your dealer for service. notice that the beam is a slightly different shade than it was originally. This is normal. LED Lighting - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 385
breakers protect power devices in the vehicle. Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If 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 that is not needed to use and replace - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 386
from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 387
Vehicle Care 10-33 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 388
-up Lamps Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp Engine Control Module (Battery) Fuel Injectors, Ignition Coils (Right Side) Transmission Control Module (Battery) Vehicle vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. Fuses Usage 1 2 Right Trailer Stop/ Turn Lamp Electronic - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 389
Rear Defogger Heated Mirrors SEO B1 Upfitter Usage (Battery) Accessory Power Outlet, Cigarette Lighter (If Equipped) Automatic Level Control 62 63 64 65 Fuses 56 Usage 10-35 Engine Control Module, Secondary Fuel Pump (Ignition) Usage Cooling Fan 1 Automatic Level Control Compressor Heavy Duty - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 390
Control Relays HDLP LO/HID FOG LAMP A/C CMPRSR STRTR FUEL PMP PRK LAMP REAR DEFOG RUN/ CRNK Usage Low-Beam Headlamp Front Fog Lamps Air Conditioning Compressor Starter Fuel Pump Parking Lamps Rear Defogger Switched Power The instrument panel fuse - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 391
Instrument Panel Back Lighting Passenger Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp Passenger Door Module, Driver Unlock Power Door Lock 2 (Unlock Feature) Power Door Lock 2 (Lock Feature) Stoplamps, Center High‐Mounted Stoplamp Rear Climate Controls Power Mirror Body Control Module (BCM) Accessory Power Outlets - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 392
Feature) Circuit Breaker LT DR Usage Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker Top View Harness Connector LT DR BODY BODY Usage Driver Door Harness Connection Harness Connector Harness Connector Harness Connector BODY 2 BODY 1 BODY 3 Usage Body Harness Connector 2 Body Harness Connector 1 Body - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 393
Usage Warning (Continued) and a serious crash. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-14. . HEADLINER Headliner Harness 2 Connector new GM vehicle has high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer. See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where to get service - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 394
they are classified as touring tires and are designed for on‐road use. The low‐profile, wide tread design is not recommended for off‐road driving. 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 spin - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 395
the same size, load range, and tires are designed for availability and proper tire selection. Also, see Buying New Tires on page 10-54. With winter tires, there may be decreased dry road traction, increased road noise, and shorter tread life. After changing to winter tires, be alert for changes - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 396
code are the Tire Identification Number (TIN). The TIN shows the manufacturer and plant code, tire size, and date Tire manufacturers are required to grade tires based on three performance factors: treadwear, traction type, and service description. See the "Tire Size" illustration later in this - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 397
Service Description: These characters represent the load index and speed rating of the tire. The load index represents the load carrying capacity a tire is certified to carry. The speed rating is the maximum speed a tire is certified to carry a load. Tire Designations Tire Size The example shows - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 398
and optional equipment including the maximum capacity of fuel, oil, and coolant, but without Truck (LT-Metric) Tire: A tire used on light duty trucks and some multipurpose passenger vehicles. Accessory Weight: The combined weight of optional accessories. Some examples of optional accessories - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 399
Loaded Vehicle Weight: The sum of curb weight, accessory weight, vehicle capacity weight, and production options weight. Normal Occupant Weight: The number of occupants a vehicle is designed : A tire used on passenger cars and some light duty trucks and multipurpose vehicles. Recommended Inflation - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 400
-46 Vehicle Care Vehicle Capacity Weight: The number of designated seating positions multiplied by 68 kg (150 lb) plus the rated cargo load. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-14. Vehicle Maximum Load on the Tire: Load on an individual tire due to curb weight, accessory weight, occupant weight, and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 401
See Full-Size support the vehicle's maximum load carrying capacity Loading Information label, see Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-14. How the vehicle is loaded affects vehicle handling and ride comfort. Never load the vehicle with more weight than it was designed leaks and keep out dirt and moisture. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 402
for those tires.) As an added safety feature, your vehicle has been equipped with a tire to tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and may the correct cold tire inflation pressure for the vehicle load. Tire Pressure Monitor System The Tire Pressure Monitor - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 403
may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS). The TPMS is designed to warn the driver when a low tire pressure condition exists. TPMS inflate the tires to the recommended pressure shown on the tire loading information label. See Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-14. A message to check the pressure - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 404
use only the GM-approved tire sealant available through your dealer or included in the vehicle regarding the inflator kit materials and instructions. pressure levels can be viewed. For the proper pressure. A Tire and Loading Information label shows the size of the original equipment tires and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 405
those recommended could prevent the TPMS from functioning properly. See Buying New Tires on page 10-54. . Operating electronic devices or being 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 406
Set all four tires to the recommended air pressure level as indicated on the Tire and Loading Information label. . 4. Start with the driver side front tire. 5. Place the relearn tool . There is cord or fabric showing through the tire's rubber. The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 407
wheel could come off and cause an accident. When changing a wheel, remove any rust or dirt from build-up. Do not get grease on the flat wheel mounting surface or on the wheel nuts or bolts. When It Is Time for New Tires Factors, such as maintenance, temperatures, driving speeds, vehicle loading - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 408
New Tires GM has developed and matched specific tires for the vehicle. The original equipment tires installed were designed new tires. Treadwear indicators appear when the tires have only 1.6 mm (1/16 in) or less of tread remaining. Some commercial truck including temperatures, loading conditions, and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 409
size. If the tires have an all-season tread design, the TPC Spec number will be followed by MS than the road tires originally installed on the vehicle. When new, the vehicle included a spare tire and wheel assembly with improper service. Attempting to mount or dismount a tire could cause - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 410
not have a TPC Spec number, make sure they are the same size, load range, speed rating, and construction (radial) as the original tires. Vehicles installed by a GM certified technician. See Buying New Tires on page 10-54 and Accessories and Modifications on page 10-3. Different Size Tires and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 411
to some limited-production tires. While the tires available on General Motors passenger cars and light trucks may vary with respect to these grades, they Car Tires Must Conform to Federal Safety Requirements In Addition To These Grades. Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 412
level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the leaks air, replace it. Some aluminum wheels can be repaired. See your dealer if any of these conditions exist. Your dealer will know the kind of wheel that is needed. Each new wheel should have the same load-carrying capacity - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 413
. Follow that manufacturer's instructions. To avoid vehicle damage cause a crash. When replacing wheels, use a new GM original equipment wheel. { Warning Using the wrong wheel can also cause problems with bearing life, brake cooling or tire chain clearance to the body and chassis. Tire Chains { - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 414
out of a tire, it is much more likely to leak out slowly. But if there is ever a blowout, here tire service center repair or replace the flat tire as soon as possible. Warning (Continued) changing a with the vehicle, it is designed only for (Continued) { Warning Changing a tire can be dangerous - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 415
transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in 1 (First) or R instructions below. Then see Tire Changing on page 10-69. To use the tire sealant and compressor kit, see Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 10-61. When the vehicle has a flat tire (B), use the following example as a guide - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 416
kit to be effective. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. Read and follow all of the tire sealant and compressor kit instructions. A. Air Compressor B. Tire and compressor kit, there may not be a spare tire, tire changing equipment, and on some vehicles there may not be a place to store a - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 417
tire sealant expiration date on the sealant canister. The sealant canister should be replaced before its expiration date. Replacement sealant canisters are available at your local dealer. See "Removal and Installation of the Sealant Canister" following. There is only enough sealant to seal one tire - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 418
from the tire valve stem. 6. Plug the power plug (C) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See Power Outlets on page 5-6 in the owner manual. If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter. If the vehicle - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 419
severely damaged and the tire sealant cannot seal the tire. See Roadside Service on page 13-5. If the tire pressure has not dropped more than 68 with local regulations and practices. 21. Replace it with a new canister available from your dealer. 22. After temporarily sealing a tire using the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 420
lever down to secure it. 8. Plug the power plug (C) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See Power Outlets on page 5-6 in the owner manual. If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter. If the vehicle - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 421
inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure on page 10-46 be warm after usage. 13. Unplug the power plug (C) from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. 14. Disconnect the air only hose new sealant canister. See your dealer for more information. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 422
10-68 Vehicle Care To access the tire sealant and compressor kit: To install a new sealant canister: 1. Align the sealant/air hose (G) with the slot in the air compressor. 2. Push the tire sealant canister (B) down and turn it clockwise. 3. Wrap - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 423
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools The equipment needed to change a flat tire is stored under the storage tray, located on the driver side trim panel, over the rear wheelhouse. A. Jack Knob B. Wing Nut Retaining the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 424
10-70 Vehicle Care J. Hoist End of Extension Tool 3. To remove the spare tire lock insert the ignition key, turn it clockwise and then pull the lock out. To access the spare tire: K. Spare Tire Lock 1. To reach the hoist shaft access cover (C), remove the hitch cover by turning the two fasteners - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 425
Vehicle Care 6. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwise to lower the spare tire 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 tire not to lower. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 426
nuts yet. 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 pin by sliding the retainer up the pin while pressing down on the latch. Jacking Locations (Overall View) A. Front Position Once the retainer is - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 427
Vehicle Care Warning (Continued) killed. Never get under a vehicle when it is supported only by a jack. 4. Position the jack under the vehicle as shown. 10-73 { Warning Raising the vehicle with the jack improperly positioned can damage the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 428
the parts to which it is fastened, can make wheel 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. In an emergency, a cloth or a paper towel can be used - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 429
the proper torque specification after replacing. Follow the torque specification supplied by the aftermarket manufacturer when using accessory locking wheel nuts. See Capacities and Specifications on page 12-2 for original equipment wheel nut torque specifications. { Warning Storing a jack, a tire - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 430
Jack Handle Extensions E. Wheel Wrench F. Hoist Cable G. Tire/Wheel Retainer 2. Tilt the tire toward the vehicle. Separate the tire/wheel retainer from the guide pin. Pull the pin through the center of the wheel. Tilt the retainer down and through the center wheel opening. 3. Assemble the two jack - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 431
Vehicle Care To store the tools: 10-77 4. Insert the open end of the extension (J) through the hole in the rear bumper (I) (hoist shaft access hole). 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. - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 432
. Be sure to position the holes in the base of the jack onto the pin in the mounting a secondary latch system. It is designed to stop the spare tire from or Spare Tire and Tools" under Tire Changing on page 10-69. Regular Wheelbase the instructions. Failure to read and follow the instructions could - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 433
procedure at least two times. If the spare tire lowers to the ground, continue with Step 5 under "Removing the Spare Tire and Tools" under Tire Changing on page 10-69. 5. If the spare does not lower, turn the wrench counterclockwise until approximately 15 cm (6 in) of cable is exposed. 1. Check - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 434
10-80 Vehicle Care 10. Turn the wrench clockwise to raise the jack until it lifts the end fitting. 11. Continue raising the jack until the spare tire stops moving upward and is held firmly in place. The secondary latch has released and the spare tire is balancing on the jack. 12. Lower the jack by - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 435
with a full-size spare tire, it was fully inflated when new, however, it can lose air over time. Check the inflation pressure regularly. See Tire Pressure on page 10-46 and Vehicle Load Limits on page 9-14 for information regarding proper tire inflation and loading the vehicle. For instructions on - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 436
transmission in P (Park) or a manual transmission in N (Neutral) before setting accessory power outlets. Turn off the radio and all the lamps that are not needed. This avoids sparks and helps save both batteries. And it could save the radio! Notice: Ignoring these steps could result in costly - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 437
any underhood electric fan. { Warning Using an open flame near a battery can cause battery gas to explode. People have been hurt doing this, and some have been blinded. Use need to add water to the battery installed in your new vehicle. But if a battery has filler caps, be sure the right amount of fluid - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 438
(−) terminal on the dead battery because this can cause sparks. Warning (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 it on you. If you accidentally get it in your eyes - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 439
engine for a while. 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 440
. Use the proper nylon strap harnesses around the tires to secure the flatbed car carrier. Have the vehicle towed on a flatbed car carrier or a wheel lift tow truck. If a wheel lift tow truck is used, the drive wheels cannot contact the road while the vehicle is being towed. A wheel dolly must - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 441
-87 All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dinghy and Dolly Towing What is the towing capacity of the towing vehicle? Be sure to read the tow vehicle manufacturer's on the ground. All-wheel-drive vehicles are not designed to be towed with any wheels on the ground. If the vehicle must be - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 442
10-88 Vehicle Care transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being towed. To dolly tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle, the vehicle must be towed with the rear wheels on the dolly. See "Dolly Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground)" following. Dolly Towing (Front Wheels Off the Ground) - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 443
the vehicle to the dolly following the manufacturer's instructions. 6. Use an adequate clamping device designed for towing to ensure that the front wheels are it often and out of direct sunlight. Notice: Do not use petroleum-based, acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents as they can damage the vehicle's - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 444
vehicle. To keep the paint finish looking new, keep the vehicle garaged or covered stainless steel trim, if necessary. For aluminum, never use auto or chrome polish, steam, or caustic soap to clean a car washing soap to clean exterior lamps, lenses and emblems. Follow instructions under "Washing - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 445
never drive a vehicle with aluminum or chrome-plated wheels through an automatic car wash that uses silicone carbide tire cleaning brushes. Damage could occur and seals for leaks. Body Component Lubrication Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and the steel fuel door hinge - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 446
instructions on the label. While cleaning the interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening the doors and windows. To prevent damage, do not clean the interior using the following cleaners or techniques: . Finish Damage Quickly repair minor chips and scratches with touch-up materials available - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 447
with water. Wipe droplets left behind with a clean dry cloth. Commercial glass cleaners may be used, if necessary, after cleaning the interior glass with plain water. Notice: To prevent scratching, never use abrasive cleaners on automotive glass. Abrasive cleaners or aggressive cleaning may damage - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 448
become part of the natural markings of the leather. The leather is designed to have a natural appearance and develop a more vintage appearance with use change the appearance and feel of the leather. Never use silicone or wax-based products, or those containing organic solvents to clean the interior - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 449
saturating leather, especially perforated leather, as well as other interior surfaces, may cause permanent damage. Wipe excess moisture from not use cleaners that contain silicone or wax-based products. Cleaners containing these solvents can permanently change the appearance and feel of leather or - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 450
stopping distance which can cause a crash and injury. Make sure the floor mat does not interfere with the pedals. The original equipment floor mats were designed for the vehicle. If the floor mats need replacing, it is recommended that GM certified floor mats be purchased. Non-GM floor mats may not - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 451
it is sold. It is the responsibility of the owner to have all required maintenance performed. Your dealer has service needs. Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...11-12 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...11-13 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance Cadillac Premium - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 452
vehicles that: ... Your dealer recognizes the importance of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services. With trained technicians, the dealer is the place for routine maintenance such as oil changes and tire rotations and additional maintenance items like tires, brakes, batteries - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 453
Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Stop . . Cadillac requires that all Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance services be performed by a Cadillac authorized service page 10-20. Once a Month . . Oil changes based on the vehicle's oil life monitor system. Tire rotation every 12 000 km (7,500 mi). . - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 454
reset accidentally, service the vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since the last service. Reset the oil life system when the oil is changed. See Engine inspect fuel system for damage or leaks. Visually inspect exhaust system and nearby heat shields for loose or damaged parts. Lubricate body components - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 455
accelerator pedal for damage, high effort, or binding. Replace if needed. Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear, cracks, or other damage. Check the hold open ability of the strut. See your dealer if service is required. . Check tire sealant expiration date, if equipped. See Tire Sealant and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 456
air cleaner filter. (2) Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. Change automatic transmission fluid. Change filter if serviceable. Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with AWD. (3) Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) Replace brake fluid - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 457
and Maintenance Footnotes - Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Normal (1) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook-up, routing, and condition. (2) Or every four years, whichever comes first. (3) Do not directly power wash the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 458
engine air cleaner filter. (2) Change automatic transmission fluid. Change filter if serviceable. Change transfer case fluid, if equipped with AWD. (3) Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires. Drain and fill engine cooling system. (4) Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (5) Replace brake - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 459
costly repairs. To maintain vehicle performance, additional maintenance services may be required. It is recommended that your dealer perform these services accessories. Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km/ 3,000 mi. Have underbody flushing service - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 460
full cranking power. Trained dealer technicians have the diagnostic equipment to test the battery and ensure that the connections and cables are corrosion-free. Belts may need replacing if they squeak or show be checked at every fuel fill. Instrument cluster lights no cracks or leaks. With a multi - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 461
service is needed. Tires Tires need to be properly inflated, rotated, and balanced. Maintaining the tires can save money and fuel, and can reduce the risk of tire failure. . 11-11 Vehicle Care To help keep the vehicle looking like new, vehicle care products are available fabric showing through the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 462
11-12 Service and Maintenance Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Coolant on page 10-14. DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in Canada 19299819). Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. GM Power Steering Fluid (GM - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 463
Axle Transfer Case Hood Hinges Body Door Hinge Pins, Tailgate Hinge and Linkage, and Fuel Door Hinge Outer Tailgate Handle Pivot Points Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip Squeaks Fluid/Lubricant SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 89021677, in Canada 89021678). DEXRON®-VI Automatic - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 464
11-14 Service and Maintenance Part GM Part Number 89017524 12621258 25877402 25820122 ACDelco Part Number PF48 41-110 - - Oil Filter Spark Plugs Wiper Blades Front - 55.0 cm (21.6 in) Rear - 30.0 cm (11.8 in) - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 465
11-15 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. Date Odometer Reading Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 466
11-16 Service and Maintenance Odometer Reading Date Serviced By Maintenance Stamp Services Performed - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 467
code. Vehicle Data Capacities and Specifications ...12-2 Engine Drive Belt Routing ...12-3 Service Parts Identification Label This label, on the inside of the glove box, has the following information: . Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Model designation - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 468
Filter Fuel Tank Regular Extended Transmission Fluid (Pan Removal and Replacement) Transfer Case Fluid Wheel Nut Torque All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid after filling. †Oil filter should be changed at - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 469
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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 470
12-4 Technical Data 2 NOTES - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 471
Cadillac. Normally, any concerns with the sales transaction or the operation of the vehicle will be resolved by your dealer's sales or service If the matter has already been reviewed with the sales, service or parts manager, contact the owner of your dealership or the general manager. Vehicle Data - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 472
-955-5100 www.dr.bbb.org/goauto This program is available in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligibility is limited by vehicle age, mileage, and other factors. General Motors reserves the right to change eligibility limitations and/or discontinue its participation in this program. STEP - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 473
be addressed to: United States and Puerto Rico Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-5169 www.Cadillac.com 1-800-458-8006 1-800-833-2622 (For Text Telephone devices (TTYs)) Roadside Service: 1-800-224-1400 From U.S. Virgin Islands: 1-800 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 474
owner manuals and view vehicle-specific how-to videos. G (Maintenance Information): View maintenance schedules, required alerts, OnStar onboard vehicle diagnostic information, and schedule service appointments. F (Live Chat Support): Chat live with online help representatives. Visit my.cadillac - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 475
, and multimedia galleries organized into the Features and Auto Care Sections. Download owner manuals. Find Cadillac-recommended maintenance services. Roadside Service U.S.: 1-800-224-1400. Canada: 1-800-882-1112. This program is available to qualified applicants for cost reimbursement of eligible - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 476
car. . . . Cadillac Technician Roadside Service (U.S. Only) Cadillac's exceptional Roadside Service 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 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 477
for service, unless, of course, the problem is safety related. If it is, please call your dealership, let them know this, and ask for instructions. Services Not Included in Roadside Service . . Impound towing caused by violation of any laws. Legal fines. Mounting, dismounting, or changing of - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 478
amount allowed by GM for shuttle service. In addition, for U.S. customers, should you arrange transportation through a friend or relative, limited reimbursement for reasonable fuel expenses may be available. Claim amounts should reflect actual costs and be supported by original receipts. See your - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 479
, such as shuttle service, may not be available at every dealer. Please contact your dealer for specific information about availability. All Courtesy Transportation arrangements will be administered by appropriate dealer personnel. Collision Parts Genuine GM Collision parts are new parts made with - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 480
carefully, as you may be charged at the end of the lease for poor quality repairs. corrosion problems, and may not perform properly in subsequent collisions. Aftermarket parts are not covered by the GM New Vehicle Limited Warranty, and any vehicle failure related to such parts is not covered by - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 481
based on that insurance company's collision policy repair limits, as you have no contractual limits with that company. In such cases, you can have control of the repair and parts choices as long as the cost stays within reasonable limits. Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 482
: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 Prices are subject to change without notice and without incurring obligation. Allow ample time for delivery. All listed prices are quoted in U.S. funds. Make checks payable in U.S. funds. In-Portfolio: Includes a Portfolio, Owner Manual, and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 483
to http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Administrator, NHTSA 1200 New Jersey Avenue, S.E. Washington, D.C. 20590 You can also obtain other Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. Box 33169 Detroit, MI 48232-5169 In Canada, call 1‐888‐446‐2000, or write: Canadian Cadillac - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 484
service the vehicle. Some modules may also store data about how the vehicle is operated, such as rate of fuel how a vehicle's systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and except: with the consent of the vehicle owner or, How various systems in your vehicle - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 485
leased available to others for research purposes, where a need is shown and the data is not tied to a specific vehicle or vehicle owner deletion instructions. and with Industry Canada Standards RSS‐GEN Changes or modifications to any of these systems by other than an authorized service its features; and - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 486
13-16 Customer Information 2 NOTES - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 487
directions. Requires the available Directions and Connections service plan. Receive On- Demand Diagnostics for a check of the vehicle's key operating systems. Receive Roadside Assistance. . Solid Green: System is ready. Flashing Green: On a call. Red: Indicates a problem - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 488
.onstar.com (U.S.) www.onstar.ca (Canada). . Turn-by-Turn Navigation 1. Press Q to connect to a live Advisor. 2. Request directions. 3. Directions are downloaded to the vehicle. 4. Follow the voice-guided commands. Security OnStar provides services like Stolen Vehicle Assistance, Remote Ignition - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 489
see www.onstar.com (U.S.), www.onstar.ca (Canada). Other Navigation Services Available from OnStar OnStar eNav: Allows subscribers to send destinations from MapQuest.com to their Turn-by-Turn Navigation or screen-based - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 490
without pausing. System responds: "Please say the name tag." 4. Pick a name tag. System responds: "About to store . Android and BlackBerry devices to check vehicle fuel level, oil life, or tire pressure; www.onstar.com (U.S.), www.onstar.ca (Canada). Retrieve My Number 1. Press =. System - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 491
, and Hands-Free Calling are available on most vehicles. Not all OnStar services are available everywhere or on all vehicles. For more information, a full description of OnStar services, system limitations, and OnStar terms and conditions: . Reactivation for Subsequent Owners Press Q and follow the - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 492
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. OnStar services require a vehicle electrical system, wireless service, and GPS satellite technologies to be available and operating for features to function properly. These systems may not operate - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 493
. Obstruction of the GPS can occur in a large city with tall buildings; in parking garages; around airports; in tunnels, underpasses, or parking garages; or in an area with very dense trees. If GPS signals are not available, the OnStar system should still operate to call OnStar. However, OnStar - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 494
may be found at www.onstar.com (U.S.), or www.onstar.ca (Canada). Privacy-sensitive users of wireless communications are cautioned that the privacy of OnStar services require a vehicle electrical system, wireless service, and GPS satellite technologies to be available and operating for features to - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 495
Accessory Power ...9-25 Active Fuel Indicator ...5-13 Readiness Light ...5-13 Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles ...3-35 System Check ...5-18 Appearance Care Exterior ...10-89 Interior ...10-92 Armrest Storage ...4-2 Ashtrays RSA) ...7-59 Theft-Deterrent Feature ...7-3 Automatic Dimming Mirrors - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 496
Care ...10-89 Interior Care ...10-92 Climate Starting ...10-81 Load Management ...6-10 Power New Vehicle ...9-20 C Calibration ...5-4 California Fuel Requirements ...9-50 Perchlorate Materials Requirements ...10-3 Warning ...10-2 Camera, Rear Vision ...9-45 Canadian Vehicle Owners ...iii Capacities - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 497
Text Telephone (TTY) Users ...13-4 Customer Information Service Publications Ordering Information ...13-11 Customer Satisfaction Procedure Characteristics and Towing Tips ...9-53 Defensive ...9-3 Drunk ...9-3 For Better Fuel Economy ...1-21 Highway Hypnosis ...9-11 Hill and Mountain Roads ...9-11 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 498
...10-12 Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...5-15 Lamps Off Reminder ...6-4 Driving (cont'd) Vehicle Load Limits ...9-14 Wet Roads ...9-10 Winter ...9-12 Features Memory ...1-8 Filter, Engine Air Cleaner ...10-12 Flash-to-Pass ...6-5 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...6-7 Flat Tire ...10-60 Changing - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 499
50 Economy Driving ...1-21 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...9-53 Filling the Tank ...9-51 Foreign Countries ...9-50 Gasoline Specifications ...9-50 Gauge ...5-11 Management, Active ...9-27 Recommended ...9-49 Requirements, California ...9-50 System Messages ...5-30 Full-Size Spare Tire ...10-81 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 500
i-6 INDEX Hill and Mountain Roads ...9-11 Hill Start Assist (HSA) ...9-35 Hood ...10-4 Horn ...5-3 How to Wear Safety Belts Properly ...3-16 K Key and Lock Messages ...5-30 Keyless Entry Remote (RKE) System ...2-2 Keys ...2-1 I Ignition Positions ...9-21 Ignition Transmission Lock Check ...10-27 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 501
Seats ...3-3 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...11-12 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-15 Manual Mode ...9-31 Map Data Updates ...7-97 Maps ...7-62 Memory Features ...1-8 Memory Seats ...3-5 Menu Configure ...7-82 Messages Airbag System ...5-33 Battery Voltage and Charging - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 502
61 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...13-15 New Vehicle Break-In ...9-20 O Object Detection ...5-20 Older Children, Restraints ...3-37 Online Owner Center ...13-4 OnStar® System, In 14-1 OnStar® Security ...14-2 Ordering Service Publications ...13-11 Outlets Power ...5-6 Accessory (RAP) ...9-25 - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 503
Belts ...3-22 Privacy Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) ...13-15 Problems with Route Guidance ...7-96 Program Courtesy Transportation ...13-8 Proposition Rearview Mirrors Automatic Dimming ...2-17 Reclining Seatbacks ...3-4 Recommended Fuel ...9-49 i-9 R Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 504
-78 Securing Child Restraints ...3-52, 3-55 Security Light ...5-20 Messages ...5-33 OnStar® ...14-2 Vehicle ...2-12 Vehicle Alarm ...2-12 Service Accessories and Modifications ...10-3 Doing Your Own Work ...10-3 Engine Soon Light ...5-15 Maintenance Records ...11-15 Maintenance, General Information - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 505
INDEX Signals, Turn and Lane-Change ...6-7 Specifications and Capacities ...12-2 Speedometer ...5-11 StabiliTrak OFF Light ...5- All-Terrain ...10-41 Buying New Tires ...10-54 Chains ...10-59 Changing ...10-69 Designations ...10-43 Tires (cont'd) Different Size ...10-56 Full-Size Spare ...10-81 If - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 506
Messages ...5-34 Transportation Program, Courtesy ...13-8 Trip Odometer ...5-11 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...6-7 Tow/Haul Mode ...9-32 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...5-18 Towing Driving Remote System ...5-44 Operation ...5-49 Programming ...5-44 Updates Map Data ...7-97 Using This Manual ...iii - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 507
Vehicle Alarm System ...2-12 Canadian Owners ...iii Control ...9-3 Identification Number (VIN) ...12-1 Load Limits ...9-14 Messages ...5-27 10-58 Different Size ...10-56 Replacement ...10-58 When It Is Time for New Tires ...10-53 Where to Put the Restraint ...3-43 Windows ...2-17 Power ...2- - 2014 Cadillac Escalade | Owner Manual - Page 508
i-14 INDEX 2 NOTES