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2008 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-29 Child Restraints ...1-50 Airbag System ...1-76 Restraint ......2-24 Mirrors ...2-41 Object Detection Systems ...2-48 OnStar® System ...2-50 Universal Home Remote System ...2-53 Storage Areas ...2-60 Sunroof ...2-64 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-26 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-33 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-48 Audio System(s) ...3-70 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, ...
2008 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual Seats and Restraint Systems ...1-1 Front Seats ...1-2 Rear Seats ...1-10 Safety Belts ...1-29 Child Restraints ...1-50 Airbag System ...1-76 Restraint ......2-24 Mirrors ...2-41 Object Detection Systems ...2-48 OnStar® System ...2-50 Universal Home Remote System ...2-53 Storage Areas ...2-60 Sunroof ...2-64 Instrument Panel ...3-1 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Climate Controls ...3-26 Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators ...3-33 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-48 Audio System(s) ...3-70 M Driving Your Vehicle ...4-1 Your Driving, ...
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... ...3-41 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ...3-41 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-42 Tire Pressure Light ...3-42 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-43 Oil Pressure Light ...3-46 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Heated Steering Wheel ...3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam...
... ...3-41 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ...3-41 Engine Coolant Temperature Gage ...3-42 Tire Pressure Light ...3-42 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...3-43 Oil Pressure Light ...3-46 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Hazard Warning Flashers ...3-6 Other Warning Devices ...3-6 Horn ...3-6 Tilt Wheel ...3-6 Heated Steering Wheel ...3-7 Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever ...3-7 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...3-8 Headlamp High/Low-Beam...
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... the windshield washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible. Press the set/reset button once to a preferred setting for more information. See Engine Compartment Overview on the battery, it is low. To avoid excessive drain on page 5-12 for the customization features were set . DIC Vehicle Customization Your vehicle may...
... the windshield washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible. Press the set/reset button once to a preferred setting for more information. See Engine Compartment Overview on the battery, it is low. To avoid excessive drain on page 5-12 for the customization features were set . DIC Vehicle Customization Your vehicle may...
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... Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-6 Filling the Tank ...5-7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-10 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-11 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-14 Engine Oil Life System ...5-16 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-17 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...5-20 Engine Coolant ...5-24 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure...
... Fuel ...5-5 Additives ...5-6 Fuels in Foreign Countries ...5-6 Filling the Tank ...5-7 Filling a Portable Fuel Container ...5-10 Checking Things Under the Hood ...5-10 Hood Release ...5-11 Engine Compartment Overview ...5-12 Engine Oil ...5-14 Engine Oil Life System ...5-16 Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...5-17 Automatic Transmission Fluid ...5-20 Engine Coolant ...5-24 Coolant Surge Tank Pressure...
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Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 6.2L engine this is what you will see: 5-12
Engine Compartment Overview When you open the hood on the 6.2L engine this is what you will see: 5-12
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In order to get fuel. Push the dipstick all the way. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick. 1. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. The engine oil dipstick handle is below the cross-hatched...
In order to get fuel. Push the dipstick all the way. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine oil dipstick. 1. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for the location of the engine oil fill cap. The engine oil dipstick handle is below the cross-hatched...
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... vehicle has one. When to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal. Repeat the procedure. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on the DIC for the location of oil products. Press and hold the SET/RESET button on page 5-12 for more information.
... vehicle has one. When to drain all the oil from the filter before disposal. Repeat the procedure. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter See Engine Compartment Overview on the DIC for the location of oil products. Press and hold the SET/RESET button on page 5-12 for more information.
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... from the vehicle by following to replace the engine air cleaner/filter and to reset the air filter restriction indicator. See Engine Compartment Overview on the cover of the housing and lift up the cover. 5-18 Loosen the four screws on page 5-12. See the steps following Steps 1 through...
... from the vehicle by following to replace the engine air cleaner/filter and to reset the air filter restriction indicator. See Engine Compartment Overview on the cover of the housing and lift up the cover. 5-18 Loosen the four screws on page 5-12. See the steps following Steps 1 through...
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..., on the Driver Information Center (DIC). 6. Allow the engine to cool, or operate the vehicle until a hot check procedure can be made. 2. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for at the first opportunity. Using the TRANS TEMP reading, determine and perform the appropriate check procedure. Perform the hot check...
..., on the Driver Information Center (DIC). 6. Allow the engine to cool, or operate the vehicle until a hot check procedure can be made. 2. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for at the first opportunity. Using the TRANS TEMP reading, determine and perform the appropriate check procedure. Perform the hot check...
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... the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in order to 93°C). 7. The dipstick handle has this procedure to verify the reading. See Engine Compartment Overview on the passenger side of the dipstick, and read the lower level. Install the dipstick by pushing it back in place. 2. Flip the handle up...
... the acceptable range, push the dipstick back in order to 93°C). 7. The dipstick handle has this procedure to verify the reading. See Engine Compartment Overview on the passenger side of the dipstick, and read the lower level. Install the dipstick by pushing it back in place. 2. Flip the handle up...
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... FULL COLD mark. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap - When your engine is located in the engine compartment on a level surface. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on page 6-13 for the cooling system. even a little - See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on location. 5-25 If you...
... FULL COLD mark. Never turn the surge tank pressure cap - When your engine is located in the engine compartment on a level surface. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on page 6-13 for the cooling system. even a little - See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on location. 5-25 If you...
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..., coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Wait until it will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle's instrument panel. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more coolant is needed, add the proper DEX-COOL® coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine...
..., coolant loss and possible engine damage may occur. Wait until it will find a coolant temperature gage on your vehicle's instrument panel. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more coolant is needed, add the proper DEX-COOL® coolant mixture at the surge tank, but only when the engine...
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... determine what kind of fluid to regularly check power steering fluid unless you hear an unusual noise. Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-13. 5-34 How to the mark. The level should be covered by your vehicle and the damages may damage your warranty. Have the...
... determine what kind of fluid to regularly check power steering fluid unless you hear an unusual noise. Power Steering Fluid See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6-13. 5-34 How to the mark. The level should be covered by your vehicle and the damages may damage your warranty. Have the...
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... WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID message displays, you will need to add washer fluid to the windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on when the washer fluid is very cold. This allows for reservoir location. • Fill the washer fluid tank only three-quarters full...
... WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID message displays, you will need to add washer fluid to the windshield washer fluid reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on when the washer fluid is very cold. This allows for reservoir location. • Fill the washer fluid tank only three-quarters full...
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... Scheduled Maintenance on . The other reason is that sooner or later the brakes will not work is leaking out of the reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 3-40. Add brake fluid only when work well. 5-36 Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is added when the linings...
... Scheduled Maintenance on . The other reason is that sooner or later the brakes will not work is leaking out of the reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 3-40. Add brake fluid only when work well. 5-36 Brakes Brake Fluid The brake master cylinder reservoir is added when the linings...
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... wear down . You can be sure you replace parts of California to expect can change - Extended Storage: For extended storage of time. See Engine Compartment Overview on working around a battery without getting hurt. Wash hands after handling. 5-39 If you and gas that has the replacement number shown on the original...
... wear down . You can be sure you replace parts of California to expect can change - Extended Storage: For extended storage of time. See Engine Compartment Overview on working around a battery without getting hurt. Wash hands after handling. 5-39 If you and gas that has the replacement number shown on the original...
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... your warranty. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets. Turn off the ignition on both batteries. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on the right front of the terminals on that are not needed. Notice: If you leave your radio or...
... your warranty. Unplug unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette lighter or the accessory power outlets. Turn off the ignition on both batteries. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 5-12 for more information on the right front of the terminals on that are not needed. Notice: If you leave your radio or...
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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...Coolant ...Coolant Heater ...Coolant Temperature Gage ...Drive Belt Routing ...Engine Compartment Overview ...Exhaust ...Fan Noise ...Oil ...Oil Life System ...Overheated Protection Operating Mode ...Overheating ...Running While Parked ...Starting ...Entry Lighting ...Event Data Recorders ...Exit Lighting ...Extender, Safety ...
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter ...Check and Service Engine Soon Light ...Coolant ...Coolant Heater ...Coolant Temperature Gage ...Drive Belt Routing ...Engine Compartment Overview ...Exhaust ...Fan Noise ...Oil ...Oil Life System ...Overheated Protection Operating Mode ...Overheating ...Running While Parked ...Starting ...Entry Lighting ...Event Data Recorders ...Exit Lighting ...Extender, Safety ...
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Tire Pressure ...5-62 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Instrument Panel (I Ignition Positions ...2-25 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...1-53 Inflation - G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-42 Fuel ...3-48 Speedometer ...3-35 Tachometer ...3-35 ...
Tire Pressure ...5-62 Instrument Panel Overview ...3-4 Instrument Panel (I Ignition Positions ...2-25 Infants and Young Children, Restraints ...1-53 Inflation - G Gage Engine Coolant Temperature ...3-42 Fuel ...3-48 Speedometer ...3-35 Tachometer ...3-35 ...