2003 Cadillac Escalade Owner's Manual - Page 182

If the light stays on, or comes on when you're driving, your vehicle needs service. You will also hear a chime sound when the light is on steady. If the regular brake system warning light isn't on, you still have brakes, but you don't have anti-lock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is also on you don't have anti-lock brakes and there's a problem with your regular brakes. In addition to both lights, you will also hear a chime sound on the first occurrence of a problem and each time the car is shut off and then restarted. See Brake System Warning Light on page 3-37. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage Traction Off Light If you have the Stabilitrak@system,this light should come on briefly when you turn the ignition to RUN. I I United States Canada This gage shows the engine coolant temperature. It also provides an indicator of how hard your vehicle is working. During a majority of the operation, the gage will read 210°F (100°C) or less. If you are pulling a load or going up hills, it is normal for the temperature to fluctuate and approach the 250°F (122°C) mark. If the gage reaches the 260°F (125°C) mark, it indicates that the cooling system is working beyond its capacity. See Engine Overheating on page 5-28. If the light doesn't come on then, the system may require service; have it fixed so it will be there to warn you if the system is turned off. For more information on the traction off light, see Stabilitrap System on page 4-9. 3-39