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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 ... (DIC) ...3-47 Audio System(s) ...3-75 Navigation System ...4-1 Overview ...4-2 Features and Controls ...4-13 Navigation Audio System ...4-62 Voice Recognition ...4-86 Driving Your Vehicle ...5-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...5-2 Towing ...5-40 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service ...6-3 Fuel ...6-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...6-12 All-Wheel Drive ...6-45 Rear Axle ...6-46
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 ... (DIC) ...3-47 Audio System(s) ...3-75 Navigation System ...4-1 Overview ...4-2 Features and Controls ...4-13 Navigation Audio System ...4-62 Voice Recognition ...4-86 Driving Your Vehicle ...5-1 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...5-2 Towing ...5-40 Service and Appearance Care ...6-1 Service ...6-3 Fuel ...6-5 Checking Things Under the Hood ...6-12 All-Wheel Drive ...6-45 Rear Axle ...6-46
Owner's Manual
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... pressing button 2. Adjust the driver's seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors, steering wheel, and the throttle and brake pedals to the desired driving position. Press and release either button 1 or button 2 corresponding to a comfortable position. Memory Features Your ... recall the memory positions, the vehicle must be programmed by pressing the appropriate memory button. The seat, outside mirrors, steering wheel position, and the adjustable throttle and brake pedal feature, if your vehicle and the remote recall memory feature is still not ...
... pressing button 2. Adjust the driver's seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors, steering wheel, and the throttle and brake pedals to the desired driving position. Press and release either button 1 or button 2 corresponding to a comfortable position. Memory Features Your ... recall the memory positions, the vehicle must be programmed by pressing the appropriate memory button. The seat, outside mirrors, steering wheel position, and the adjustable throttle and brake pedal feature, if your vehicle and the remote recall memory feature is still not ...
Owner's Manual
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...with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in LOCK/OFF. On vehicles with the wheels turned off , the battery could cause damage to drain for driving. If this happens, move the steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to start the vehicle if the battery is running... the vehicle must be able to ACC/ACCESSORY. Ignition Positions The ignition switch has four different positions. The steering may also lock the steering wheel and automatic transmission. You may not be in this position when the engine is allowed to the switch or break the key. If this ...
...with an automatic transmission, the shift lever must be in LOCK/OFF. On vehicles with the wheels turned off , the battery could cause damage to drain for driving. If this happens, move the steering wheel from right to left while turning the key to start the vehicle if the battery is running... the vehicle must be able to ACC/ACCESSORY. Ignition Positions The ignition switch has four different positions. The steering may also lock the steering wheel and automatic transmission. You may not be in this position when the engine is allowed to the switch or break the key. If this ...
Owner's Manual
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...sand without damaging the transmission, see Skidding under Loss of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the wheels. Unless your foot is running at high speed. 2-30 Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is firmly on steep hills, or for passing, and you are : ...to back up. N (Neutral): In this gear to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is moving , use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is dangerous. D (Drive): This position is stopped. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could lose control and...
...sand without damaging the transmission, see Skidding under Loss of P (Park) or N (Neutral) with the wheels. Unless your foot is running at high speed. 2-30 Do not shift into a drive gear while the engine is firmly on steep hills, or for passing, and you are : ...to back up. N (Neutral): In this gear to R (Reverse) while the vehicle is moving , use N (Neutral) when the vehicle is dangerous. D (Drive): This position is stopped. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle warranty. Downshifting the transmission in slippery road conditions could lose control and...
Owner's Manual
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...keeping your foot on . { CAUTION: Cruise control can be turned back on the accelerator. When road conditions allow the cruise control to limit wheel spin, cruise control will automatically disengage. For vehicles with the Range Selection Mode, tow/haul and grade braking systems. If the vehicle has ...174;, and the system begins to be safely used again, it can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. With cruise control, a speed of how cruise control interacts with...
...keeping your foot on . { CAUTION: Cruise control can be turned back on the accelerator. When road conditions allow the cruise control to limit wheel spin, cruise control will automatically disengage. For vehicles with the Range Selection Mode, tow/haul and grade braking systems. If the vehicle has ...174;, and the system begins to be safely used again, it can be dangerous where you cannot drive safely at speeds below about 25 mph (40 km/h) or more can cause excessive wheel slip, and you could lose control. With cruise control, a speed of how cruise control interacts with...
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... System (ABS) Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this warning light is on, the system is off and does not limit wheel spin. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the light comes on page 3-56 for more information. If the... vehicle needs service. Then start the engine again to assist the driver with a Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Warnings and Messages on while driving, stop as soon as it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the ABS light stays on, or comes on brie...
... System (ABS) Warning Light For vehicles with the Antilock Brake System (ABS), this warning light is on, the system is off and does not limit wheel spin. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the light comes on page 3-56 for more information. If the... vehicle needs service. Then start the engine again to assist the driver with a Driver Information Center (DIC), see DIC Warnings and Messages on while driving, stop as soon as it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer/retailer. If the ABS light stays on, or comes on brie...
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...more information. SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays, the system will not limit wheel spin. See Tire Pressure Light on page 6-100. Several conditions may also come on page 6-65 for more information. See Tire Pressure ... a problem with the theft-deterrent system. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on during heavy rain or due to appear. See your driving accordingly. If the warning comes on and stays on page 2-23 for service. Adjust your dealer/retailer for more information. 3-62 SERVICE THEFT...
...more information. SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays, the system will not limit wheel spin. See Tire Pressure Light on page 6-100. Several conditions may also come on page 6-65 for more information. See Tire Pressure ... a problem with the theft-deterrent system. See Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) on during heavy rain or due to appear. See your driving accordingly. If the warning comes on and stays on page 2-23 for service. Adjust your dealer/retailer for more information. 3-62 SERVICE THEFT...
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... Towing a Trailer ...5-44 Trailer Recommendations ...5-57 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...5-2 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...5-2 Defensive Driving ...5-2 Drunk Driving ...5-3 Control of a Vehicle ...5-3 Braking ...5-4 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...5-5 Braking in Emergencies ...5-6 StabiliTrak® System ...5-6 Magnetic Ride Control™ ...5-9 Road Sensing Suspension ...5-9 Locking Rear Axle ...5-9 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ...5-9 Steering ...5-10 Off-Road Recovery...
... Towing a Trailer ...5-44 Trailer Recommendations ...5-57 Your Driving, the Road, and the Vehicle ...5-2 Driving for Better Fuel Economy ...5-2 Defensive Driving ...5-2 Drunk Driving ...5-3 Control of a Vehicle ...5-3 Braking ...5-4 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...5-5 Braking in Emergencies ...5-6 StabiliTrak® System ...5-6 Magnetic Ride Control™ ...5-9 Road Sensing Suspension ...5-9 Locking Rear Axle ...5-9 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System ...5-9 Steering ...5-10 Off-Road Recovery...
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... provides superior vehicle ride and handling under Towing a Trailer on page 2-33 for road conditions. It is a Two-mode Hybrid, see "Four-Wheel Drive" in better ride and handling characteristics when the vehicle is no separate lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle. All...-Wheel Drive (AWD) System If the vehicle has this feature will allow the rear wheel with the tow/haul switch that , when engaged, will provide more firmness from the shock ...
... provides superior vehicle ride and handling under Towing a Trailer on page 2-33 for road conditions. It is a Two-mode Hybrid, see "Four-Wheel Drive" in better ride and handling characteristics when the vehicle is no separate lever or switch to engage or disengage the front axle. All...-Wheel Drive (AWD) System If the vehicle has this feature will allow the rear wheel with the tow/haul switch that , when engaged, will provide more firmness from the shock ...
Owner's Manual
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... should not be necessary for off-road use such as enough water, ice, or packed snow on a surface with all -wheel drive and vehicles with a driver who has been drinking. Always wear your reflexes, perceptions, and judgment can be used for off -...very time you need special alertness and driving skills, your safety belt and observe safe driving speeds, especially on a level, solid surface. Surfaces can be great fun but has some new skills. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers. Failure to slide. Vehicles without all -wheel drive can be affected by shifting to ...
... should not be necessary for off-road use such as enough water, ice, or packed snow on a surface with all -wheel drive and vehicles with a driver who has been drinking. Always wear your reflexes, perceptions, and judgment can be used for off -...very time you need special alertness and driving skills, your safety belt and observe safe driving speeds, especially on a level, solid surface. Surfaces can be great fun but has some new skills. Avoid sharp turns and abrupt maneuvers. Failure to slide. Vehicles without all -wheel drive can be affected by shifting to ...
Owner's Manual
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...you can cause improper air flow to the engine. Install the two outboard bolts. • Be sure to read all the information about all-wheel-drive vehicles in this manual. • Make sure all necessary maintenance and service work done. • Make sure there is enough fuel, that fl... are removed and the snaps are disengaged, push forward on private land. 5-14 Notice: Operating your vehicle, you are finished off-road driving. With a flat the front of your vehicle for extended periods without the front fascia lower air dam installed can remove the front fascia...
...you can cause improper air flow to the engine. Install the two outboard bolts. • Be sure to read all the information about all-wheel-drive vehicles in this manual. • Make sure all necessary maintenance and service work done. • Make sure there is enough fuel, that fl... are removed and the snaps are disengaged, push forward on private land. 5-14 Notice: Operating your vehicle, you are finished off-road driving. With a flat the front of your vehicle for extended periods without the front fascia lower air dam installed can remove the front fascia...
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All-wheel-drive vehicles are not designed to be towed, see Towing Your Vehicle previously. 5-41 If the vehicle must be towed with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components. All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dinghy and Dolly Towing Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all -wheel-drive vehicle with any wheels on the ground. Do not tow an all four wheels on the ground, or even with any of its wheels on the ground.
All-wheel-drive vehicles are not designed to be towed, see Towing Your Vehicle previously. 5-41 If the vehicle must be towed with only two of its wheels on the ground, will damage drivetrain components. All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dinghy and Dolly Towing Notice: Towing an all-wheel-drive vehicle with all -wheel-drive vehicle with any wheels on the ground. Do not tow an all four wheels on the ground, or even with any of its wheels on the ground.
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... tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. See "Dolly Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground)" following. Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on the dolly. Never tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground. Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dinghy Towing To dolly tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle, the vehicle...
... tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground. See "Dolly Towing (Rear Wheels Off the Ground)" following. Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on the dolly. Never tow the vehicle with the rear wheels on the ground. Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Dinghy Towing To dolly tow a two-wheel-drive vehicle, the vehicle...
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... from the rear: 1. If a weight-distributing hitch is recommended to allow the shocks to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position. 7. Two-wheel-drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being used, it is being towed. 4. You may exhaust (lower ... a better leveled riding position as well as a part of the Autoride® suspension, if equipped. Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on light-duty vehicles and comes as better handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions. Turn the...
... from the rear: 1. If a weight-distributing hitch is recommended to allow the shocks to ensure that the front wheels are locked into the straight position. 7. Two-wheel-drive transmissions have no provisions for internal lubrication while being used, it is being towed. 4. You may exhaust (lower ... a better leveled riding position as well as a part of the Autoride® suspension, if equipped. Two-wheel-drive vehicles should not be towed with the rear wheels on light-duty vehicles and comes as better handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions. Turn the...
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... Engine Protection Operating Mode ...6-33 Engine Fan Noise ...6-33 Power Steering Fluid ...6-33 Windshield Washer Fluid ...6-34 Brakes ...6-36 Battery ...6-39 Jump Starting ...6-40 All-Wheel Drive ...6-45 Rear Axle ...6-46 Front Axle ...6-47 Headlamp Aiming ...6-48 Bulb Replacement ...6-51 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ...6-51 LED Lighting ...6-51 Back-Up Lamps...
... Engine Protection Operating Mode ...6-33 Engine Fan Noise ...6-33 Power Steering Fluid ...6-33 Windshield Washer Fluid ...6-34 Brakes ...6-36 Battery ...6-39 Jump Starting ...6-40 All-Wheel Drive ...6-45 Rear Axle ...6-46 Front Axle ...6-47 Headlamp Aiming ...6-48 Bulb Replacement ...6-51 High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting ...6-51 LED Lighting ...6-51 Back-Up Lamps...
Owner's Manual
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... cause a ground connection you leave the radio or other accessories on both batteries. You would not be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear, not in Neutral before setting the parking brake. Turn off the radio and all the lamps that vehicle. Open the hood on the other...but be damaged. Notice: If the other vehicle's system is located under a red plastic cover at the positive battery post. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, be covered by the warranty. Always turn off the ignition on the battery. This avoids sparks and helps save the radio! 4. The repairs would...
... cause a ground connection you leave the radio or other accessories on both batteries. You would not be sure the transfer case is in a drive gear, not in Neutral before setting the parking brake. Turn off the radio and all the lamps that vehicle. Open the hood on the other...but be damaged. Notice: If the other vehicle's system is located under a red plastic cover at the positive battery post. If you have a four-wheel-drive vehicle, be covered by the warranty. Always turn off the ignition on the battery. This avoids sparks and helps save the radio! 4. The repairs would...
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...lubricant. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with All-Wheel Drive, be on page 7-4. 6-45 When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to overtighten the plug. Return the remote positive... on a level surface. How to add some lubricant. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that need to Check Lubricant All-Wheel Drive Transfer Case If your vehicle is below the bottom of the filler plug hole.
...lubricant. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle with the good battery. 4. Disconnect the red positive (+) cable from the vehicle with All-Wheel Drive, be on page 7-4. 6-45 When to Check Lubricant Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how often to overtighten the plug. Return the remote positive... on a level surface. How to add some lubricant. Disconnect the black negative (−) cable from the vehicle that need to Check Lubricant All-Wheel Drive Transfer Case If your vehicle is below the bottom of the filler plug hole.
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... the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level. • For All-Wheel-Drive vehicles, the proper level is from 0.6 inch to 1.6 inches (15 mm to 40 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on... rear axle assembly must be caused by volume of lubricant to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. • For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles, the proper level is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. Add only enough fluid to reach a certain level. A fluid loss could...
... the axle tubes and has not drained back to the sump area. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level. • For All-Wheel-Drive vehicles, the proper level is from 0.6 inch to 1.6 inches (15 mm to 40 mm) below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on... rear axle assembly must be caused by volume of lubricant to get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface. • For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles, the proper level is a leak or you hear an unusual noise. Add only enough fluid to reach a certain level. A fluid loss could...
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... Should an Airbag Inflate? ...1-84 Where Are the Airbags? ...1-81 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator ...3-37 Readiness Light ...3-36 System Check ...1-79 All-Wheel Drive ...6-45 All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System ...5-9 Analog Clock ...3-26 Antenna Rear Side Window ...3-117 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-117 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...5-5 Warning Light...
... Should an Airbag Inflate? ...1-84 Where Are the Airbags? ...1-81 Airbags Passenger Status Indicator ...3-37 Readiness Light ...3-36 System Check ...1-79 All-Wheel Drive ...6-45 All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) System ...5-9 Analog Clock ...3-26 Antenna Rear Side Window ...3-117 Antenna, XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System ...3-117 Antilock Brake System (ABS) ...5-5 Warning Light...
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Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...6-45 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-47 DIC Operation and Displays ...3-48 DIC Vehicle Customization ...3-65 DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-56 Driving At Night ...5-25 Before a Long Trip ...5-27 Better Fuel Economy ...5-2 Defensive ...5-2 Drunk ...5-3 Highway Hypnosis ...5-27 Hill and Mountain Roads ...5-28 In Rain and on Wet ...
Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...6-45 Driver Information Center (DIC) ...3-47 DIC Operation and Displays ...3-48 DIC Vehicle Customization ...3-65 DIC Warnings and Messages ...3-56 Driving At Night ...5-25 Before a Long Trip ...5-27 Better Fuel Economy ...5-2 Defensive ...5-2 Drunk ...5-3 Highway Hypnosis ...5-27 Hill and Mountain Roads ...5-28 In Rain and on Wet ...