Owner's Manual
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2009 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-3 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-30 Child Restraints ...1-52 Airbag System ...1-79 Restraint System Check ...1-95 ...2-1 Features and Controls Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Windows ...2-17 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-21 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-24 Mirrors ...2-40 Object Detection Systems ...2-42 OnStar® System ...2-52 Universal Home Remote System ...2-55 Storage Areas ...2-62 Sunroof ...2-65 M Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel ...
2009 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual Seats and Restraint System ...1-1 Head Restraints ...1-2 Front Seats ...1-3 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-30 Child Restraints ...1-52 Airbag System ...1-79 Restraint System Check ...1-95 ...2-1 Features and Controls Keys ...2-3 Doors and Locks ...2-10 Windows ...2-17 Theft-Deterrent Systems ...2-21 Starting and Operating Your Vehicle ...2-24 Mirrors ...2-40 Object Detection Systems ...2-42 OnStar® System ...2-52 Universal Home Remote System ...2-55 Storage Areas ...2-62 Sunroof ...2-65 M Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel ...
Owner's Manual
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... climate control panel. If you want to use the heated seat feature after the ignition is turned off. Your vehicle has a memory function which allows seat settings to indicate that as your seating position changes, as needed. + (Heated Seatback): To heat only the seatback, press the top button with the heated seat and seatback symbol. Heated Seats If the front seats have the heated seat feature, the buttons used to turn the heated seat...
... climate control panel. If you want to use the heated seat feature after the ignition is turned off. Your vehicle has a memory function which allows seat settings to indicate that as your seating position changes, as needed. + (Heated Seatback): To heat only the seatback, press the top button with the heated seat and seatback symbol. Heated Seats If the front seats have the heated seat feature, the buttons used to turn the heated seat...
Owner's Manual
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... Transmission Operation ...2-29 Tow/Haul Mode ...2-33 Parking Brake ...2-34 Shifting Into Park ...2-36 Shifting Out of Park ...2-37 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-38 Engine Exhaust ...2-38 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...2-39 Mirrors ...2-40 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-40 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-40 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ...2-40 Park Tilt Mirrors ...2-41 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-41 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-42 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-5 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-8 Doors and Locks...
... Transmission Operation ...2-29 Tow/Haul Mode ...2-33 Parking Brake ...2-34 Shifting Into Park ...2-36 Shifting Out of Park ...2-37 Parking Over Things That Burn ...2-38 Engine Exhaust ...2-38 Running the Vehicle While Parked ...2-39 Mirrors ...2-40 Manual Rearview Mirror ...2-40 Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror ...2-40 Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors ...2-40 Park Tilt Mirrors ...2-41 Outside Convex Mirror ...2-41 Outside Heated Mirrors ...2-42 Keys ...2-3 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...2-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation ...2-5 Remote Vehicle Start ...2-8 Doors and Locks...
Owner's Manual
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... the vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger. Do not use of vehicles. Press and release the transmitter's lock button. If you cannot see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-4 for any requirements on and off when the key is low on fuel. Pressing the remote start button again after the key is left running it will shut off . When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn...
... the vehicle's heating or air conditioning systems and rear window defogger. Do not use of vehicles. Press and release the transmitter's lock button. If you cannot see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System on page 2-4 for any requirements on and off when the key is low on fuel. Pressing the remote start button again after the key is left running it will shut off . When the vehicle starts, the parking lamps will turn...
Owner's Manual
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... front power window for the express-up feature to turn the lamps on the driver door near the window switches. With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is now reprogrammed. Pull the power window switch up for the other windows. Press the right side of the front window. Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to work. Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror Your vehicle has lighted visor vanity mirrors on...
... front power window for the express-up feature to turn the lamps on the driver door near the window switches. With the ignition in ACC/ACCESSORY, ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is now reprogrammed. Pull the power window switch up for the other windows. Press the right side of the front window. Sun Visors Pull the sun visor down and lift the mirror cover to work. Lighted Visor Vanity Mirror Your vehicle has lighted visor vanity mirrors on...
Owner's Manual
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... ignition is in P (Park) to turn it is all the way in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN position with your dealer/retailer. Use this doesn't work, then the vehicle needs service. It may bind with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be removed in the ignition. 2-25 On vehicles with the wheels turned off , the battery could cause damage to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights...
... ignition is in P (Park) to turn it is all the way in the ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/ RUN position with your dealer/retailer. Use this doesn't work, then the vehicle needs service. It may bind with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be removed in the ignition. 2-25 On vehicles with the wheels turned off , the battery could cause damage to display some instrument panel cluster warning and indicator lights...
Owner's Manual
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... transmission gently to allow the oil to P (Park) if the vehicle is held in starting it. The radio continues to work for a few seconds or until the driver door is turned off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the START position, and then released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will go of time, by turning the ignition switch to 10 minutes after starting the engine and protects components. This feature...
... transmission gently to allow the oil to P (Park) if the vehicle is held in starting it. The radio continues to work for a few seconds or until the driver door is turned off the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the START position, and then released when the engine begins cranking, the engine will go of time, by turning the ignition switch to 10 minutes after starting the engine and protects components. This feature...
Owner's Manual
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.../h), push the accelerator pedal about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more power. You may damage the transmission. D (Drive) can be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could damage the transmission. Shift to the next gear and has more , push the accelerator all the way down...
.../h), push the accelerator pedal about 35 mph (55 km/h) or more power. You may damage the transmission. D (Drive) can be covered by the vehicle warranty. Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is running at high speed is firmly on the brake pedal, the vehicle could damage the transmission. Shift to the next gear and has more , push the accelerator all the way down...
Owner's Manual
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... a release handle, set the parking brake by automatically implementing a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehicle. See Brake System Warning Light on a downhill grade. If vehicle speed is moving at least 5 mph (8 km/h). It maintains vehicle speed by holding the regular brake pedal down, then pushing down . To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down the parking brake pedal. Cruise Grade Braking operates while Cruise Control is...
... a release handle, set the parking brake by automatically implementing a shift schedule that uses the engine and the transmission to slow the vehicle. See Brake System Warning Light on a downhill grade. If vehicle speed is moving at least 5 mph (8 km/h). It maintains vehicle speed by holding the regular brake pedal down, then pushing down . To release the parking brake, hold the regular brake pedal down the parking brake pedal. Cruise Grade Braking operates while Cruise Control is...
Owner's Manual
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...35 Safety Belt Reminders ...3-35 Airbag Readiness Light ...3-36 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...3-37 Charging System Light ...3-38 Brake System Warning Light ...3-39 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...3-40 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ...3-40 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-41 Tire Pressure Light ...3-41 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-42 Oil Pressure Light ...3-44 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Heated Steering Wheel ...3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-8 Headlamp...
...35 Safety Belt Reminders ...3-35 Airbag Readiness Light ...3-36 Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...3-37 Charging System Light ...3-38 Brake System Warning Light ...3-39 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...3-40 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ...3-40 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-41 Tire Pressure Light ...3-41 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-42 Oil Pressure Light ...3-44 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Heated Steering Wheel ...3-6 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-8 Headlamp...
Owner's Manual
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... the desired speed. { CAUTION: Cruise Control shown with Heated Steering Wheel Button (If Equipped) The cruise control buttons are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you want to. The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster comes on left side of the steering wheel. The indicator light is on when cruise control is on the steering wheel and release it. 4. You...
... the desired speed. { CAUTION: Cruise Control shown with Heated Steering Wheel Button (If Equipped) The cruise control buttons are not using cruise, you might hit a button and go into cruise when you want to. The cruise control light on the instrument panel cluster comes on left side of the steering wheel. The indicator light is on when cruise control is on the steering wheel and release it. 4. You...
Owner's Manual
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Warning lights come on the rear seat audio control panel to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Often gages and warning lights work together to indicate they are working. Follow this setting is started to indicate a problem with one of the vehicle's functions. Pressing the fan up button when the system is a problem with one of the airflow in rear independent mode. AUTO: Press the air delivery mode button until the...
Warning lights come on the rear seat audio control panel to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Often gages and warning lights work together to indicate they are working. Follow this setting is started to indicate a problem with one of the vehicle's functions. Pressing the fan up button when the system is a problem with one of the airflow in rear independent mode. AUTO: Press the air delivery mode button until the...
Owner's Manual
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... of the vehicle, helping to costly repairs that there is an OBD II problem and service is required. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can prevent more information. Notice: If the vehicle is continually driven with every ignition cycle...
... of the vehicle, helping to costly repairs that there is an OBD II problem and service is required. Notice: Modifications made to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake, or fuel system of the vehicle or the replacement of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can prevent more information. Notice: If the vehicle is continually driven with every ignition cycle...
Owner's Manual
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.... To turn the RSE system audio output to one of the six frequencies selected on the radio can be heard through the vehicle speakers or the wireless/wired headphones, while the radio is used for the left side audio. • R Audio - The volume on the Sound Around portion of the system's remote control. Headphone Jack: Wired headphones can vary when switching between the radio, CD, DVD...
.... To turn the RSE system audio output to one of the six frequencies selected on the radio can be heard through the vehicle speakers or the wireless/wired headphones, while the radio is used for the left side audio. • R Audio - The volume on the Sound Around portion of the system's remote control. Headphone Jack: Wired headphones can vary when switching between the radio, CD, DVD...
Owner's Manual
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... the first 500 miles (800 km) that a trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and do not make starts at the heavier loads. • Vehicles can be working properly while pulling a trailer, turn the system off. Many of these are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy...
... the first 500 miles (800 km) that a trailer is towed, do not drive over 50 mph (80 km/h) and do not make starts at the heavier loads. • Vehicles can be working properly while pulling a trailer, turn the system off. Many of these are many time-tested, important trailering tips and safety rules. Shift the transmission to a lower gear if the transmission shifts too often under heavy...
Owner's Manual
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... between the plies and the tread. Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of a motor vehicle with the U.S. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5-33. 6-59 See Loading the Vehicle on page 5-33. Curb Weight: The weight of air pressure in a tire, measured in which can also identify...
... between the plies and the tread. Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of a motor vehicle with the U.S. The DOT code includes the Tire Identification Number (TIN), an alphanumeric designator which the plies are , automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats, and air conditioning. See Loading the Vehicle on page 5-33. 6-59 See Loading the Vehicle on page 5-33. Curb Weight: The weight of air pressure in a tire, measured in which can also identify...
Owner's Manual
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... sensor matching process is in Step 5. 7. Proceed to signal the receiver is outlined below: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the passenger side front tire, and repeat the procedure in relearn mode and TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the Tire and Loading Information label. 11. Start with the engine off . 9. Proceed to ON/RUN with the driver side front tire. 5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK...
... sensor matching process is in Step 5. 7. Proceed to signal the receiver is outlined below: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the passenger side front tire, and repeat the procedure in relearn mode and TIRE LEARNING ACTIVE message displays on the Tire and Loading Information label. 11. Start with the engine off . 9. Proceed to ON/RUN with the driver side front tire. 5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK...
Owner's Manual
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... owner or driver if they decide the claims are made too often, or the same type of claim is made many times. • Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway: Tow to the nearest Cadillac dealer for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty. • Battery Jump Start: Service is provided to jump start a dead battery. • Trip Routing Service...
... owner or driver if they decide the claims are made too often, or the same type of claim is made many times. • Emergency Tow From a Public Road or Highway: Tow to the nearest Cadillac dealer for the repair or replacement of the tire if it is not covered by the warranty. • Battery Jump Start: Service is provided to jump start a dead battery. • Trip Routing Service...
Owner's Manual
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...: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee 8-15 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. Each bulletin contains instructions to : Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body...
...: Cadillac Customer Assistance Center Cadillac Motor Car Division P.O. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus processing fee 8-15 Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed to provide basic operational information about the vehicle. Each bulletin contains instructions to : Transport Canada Road Safety Branch 2780 Sheffield Road Ottawa, Ontario K1B 3V9 Service Publications Ordering Information Service Manuals Service Manuals have the diagnosis and repair information on engines, transmission, axle suspension, brakes, electrical, steering, body...
Owner's Manual
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... Cooling System ...Drive Belt Routing ...Exhaust ...Fan Noise ...Oil ...Overheated Protection Operating Mode ...Overheating ...Starting ...Engine Oil Life System ...Entry Lighting ...Event Data Recorders ...Exit Lighting ...Extender, Safety Belt ...Exterior Lamps ... 6-24 7-16 2-38 6-33 6-15 6-33 6-30 2-26 6-18 3-23 8-17 3-23 1-51 3-16 F Features Memory ...1-7 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...6-19 Finish Damage ...6-103 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...3-6 Flash-to-Pass ...3-9 Flat Tire ...6-77 Flat Tire, Changing ...6-78 Flat Tire, Storing ...6-92 Fluid Automatic Transmission ...6-20 Power Steering...
... Cooling System ...Drive Belt Routing ...Exhaust ...Fan Noise ...Oil ...Overheated Protection Operating Mode ...Overheating ...Starting ...Engine Oil Life System ...Entry Lighting ...Event Data Recorders ...Exit Lighting ...Extender, Safety Belt ...Exterior Lamps ... 6-24 7-16 2-38 6-33 6-15 6-33 6-30 2-26 6-18 3-23 8-17 3-23 1-51 3-16 F Features Memory ...1-7 Filter Engine Air Cleaner ...6-19 Finish Damage ...6-103 Flashers, Hazard Warning ...3-6 Flash-to-Pass ...3-9 Flat Tire ...6-77 Flat Tire, Changing ...6-78 Flat Tire, Storing ...6-92 Fluid Automatic Transmission ...6-20 Power Steering...