Owner's Manual
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2011 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-21 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ... Exhaust ...9-38 Automatic Transmission ...9-40 Drive Systems ...9-45 Brakes ...9-45 Ride Control Systems ...9-47 Cruise Control ...9-51 Object Detection Systems ...9-54 Fuel ...9-63 Towing ...9-70 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-82 Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-4 Headlamp Aiming ...10-34 Bulb Replacement ...10-36
2011 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual M In Brief ...1-1 Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Vehicle Features ...1-16 Performance and Maintenance ...1-21 Keys, Doors and Windows ...2-1 Keys and Locks ...2-2 Doors ... Exhaust ...9-38 Automatic Transmission ...9-40 Drive Systems ...9-45 Brakes ...9-45 Ride Control Systems ...9-47 Cruise Control ...9-51 Object Detection Systems ...9-54 Fuel ...9-63 Towing ...9-70 Conversions and Add-Ons ...9-82 Vehicle Care ...10-1 General Information ...10-2 Vehicle Checks ...10-4 Headlamp Aiming ...10-34 Bulb Replacement ...10-36
Owner's Manual
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2011 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual M Electrical System ...10-38 Wheels and Tires ...10-46 Jump Starting ...10-82 Towing ...10-87 Appearance Care ...10-90 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-7 Maintenance Records ...11-10 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information ...13-1 Customer Information ...13-1 Reporting Safety Defects ...13-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy...13-17 Index ...i-1
2011 Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual M Electrical System ...10-38 Wheels and Tires ...10-46 Jump Starting ...10-82 Towing ...10-87 Appearance Care ...10-90 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Scheduled Maintenance ...11-2 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-7 Maintenance Records ...11-10 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle Data ...12-2 Customer Information ...13-1 Customer Information ...13-1 Reporting Safety Defects ...13-16 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy...13-17 Index ...i-1
Owner's Manual
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... System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure g : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors (: j: Heated Steering Wheel } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor _ : Tow/Haul Mode F : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid
... System Child Restraints * : Malfunction Indicator Lamp : : Oil Pressure g : Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors (: j: Heated Steering Wheel } : Power / : Remote Vehicle Start > : Safety Belt Reminders 7 : Tire Pressure Monitor _ : Tow/Haul Mode F : Traction Control M : Windshield Washer Fluid
Owner's Manual
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... more information. P. Q. Steering Wheel Controls on page 6‑10. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 5‑12. Instrument Cluster on page 9‑31. D. Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑54. H. J. G. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑43. Cruise Control on page 5‑26. See Driver Information Center (DIC...
... more information. P. Q. Steering Wheel Controls on page 6‑10. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 5‑12. Instrument Cluster on page 9‑31. D. Tow/Haul Mode on page 9‑54. H. J. G. See Ultrasonic Parking Assist on page 9‑43. Cruise Control on page 5‑26. See Driver Information Center (DIC...
Owner's Manual
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...on the instrument panel or in digital-quality sound. While using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 7‑2. See Infotainment on page 9‑43. Satellite Radio XM is a satellite radio service that is required to the ...auxiliary port using DSC, cruise control and the tow/haul mode can be used. External devices such as iPod®, laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, USB storage device, etc. A fee...
...on the instrument panel or in digital-quality sound. While using a 3.5 mm (1/8 in the 48 contiguous United States and 10 Canadian provinces. See Tow/Haul Mode on page 7‑2. See Infotainment on page 9‑43. Satellite Radio XM is a satellite radio service that is required to the ...auxiliary port using DSC, cruise control and the tow/haul mode can be used. External devices such as iPod®, laptop computers, MP3 players, CD changers, USB storage device, etc. A fee...
Owner's Manual
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... Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...5-16 Charging System Light ...5-18 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-18 Brake System Warning Light ...5-21 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...5-22 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...5-23 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ...5-23 Tire Pressure Light ...5-23 Engine Oil Pressure Light ...5-24 Security Light ...5-25 High-Beam On Light...
... Passenger Airbag Status Indicator ...5-16 Charging System Light ...5-18 Malfunction Indicator Lamp ...5-18 Brake System Warning Light ...5-21 Antilock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light ...5-22 Tow/Haul Mode Light ...5-23 StabiliTrak® Indicator Light ...5-23 Tire Pressure Light ...5-23 Engine Oil Pressure Light ...5-24 Security Light ...5-25 High-Beam On Light...
Owner's Manual
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... system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with this light to the vehicle. See Accessories and Modifications on the vehicle. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can prevent more serious damage to do...
... system of the vehicle or the replacement of the original tires with this light to the vehicle. See Accessories and Modifications on the vehicle. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of the same Tire Performance Criteria (TPC) can affect the vehicle's emission controls and can prevent more serious damage to do...
Owner's Manual
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...) Warning Light { WARNING The brake system might not be working normally the indicator light then goes off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for more information. For vehicles with the regular brakes. Then start the engine again to stop as soon as it does not, have antilock brakes... is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is still on , have the vehicle towed for all brake related DIC messages.
...) Warning Light { WARNING The brake system might not be working normally the indicator light then goes off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for more information. For vehicles with the regular brakes. Then start the engine again to stop as soon as it does not, have antilock brakes... is not on, the vehicle still has brakes, but not antilock brakes. If the regular brake system warning light is still on , have the vehicle towed for all brake related DIC messages.
Owner's Manual
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.... The StabiliTrak indicator light comes on , the system is started . See StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑47 for more information, see Tow/Haul Mode on briefly when the engine is started . If the system is working to assist the driver with the StabiliTrak system and the vehicle...control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Instruments and Controls 5-23 Tow/Haul Mode Light StabiliTrak® Indicator Light The light flashes if the system is active and is working normally the indicator light then goes ...
.... The StabiliTrak indicator light comes on , the system is started . See StabiliTrak® System on page 9‑47 for more information, see Tow/Haul Mode on briefly when the engine is started . If the system is working to assist the driver with the StabiliTrak system and the vehicle...control of the vehicle in difficult driving conditions. If it does not, have the vehicle serviced by your dealer. Instruments and Controls 5-23 Tow/Haul Mode Light StabiliTrak® Indicator Light The light flashes if the system is active and is working normally the indicator light then goes ...
Owner's Manual
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... than 1.2 km (0.75 miles), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON will flash six times if tow-haul mode is released. An arrow on for better vision in the instrument panel cluster to automatically flash three times. It will also appear in...
... than 1.2 km (0.75 miles), a chime will sound at each flash of the turn signal and the message TURN SIGNAL ON will flash six times if tow-haul mode is released. An arrow on for better vision in the instrument panel cluster to automatically flash three times. It will also appear in...
Owner's Manual
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... Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...9-54 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...9-56 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...9-59 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-40 Manual Mode ...9-43 Tow/Haul Mode ...9-43 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...9-45 Fuel Fuel ...9-63 Recommended Fuel ...9-64 Gasoline Specifications (U.S. Driving and Operating 9-1 9-47 9-49 9-50 9-50 9-50...
... Detection Systems Ultrasonic Parking Assist ...9-54 Side Blind Zone Alert (SBZA) ...9-56 Rear Vision Camera (RVC) ...9-59 Automatic Transmission Automatic Transmission ...9-40 Manual Mode ...9-43 Tow/Haul Mode ...9-43 Drive Systems All-Wheel Drive ...9-45 Fuel Fuel ...9-63 Recommended Fuel ...9-64 Gasoline Specifications (U.S. Driving and Operating 9-1 9-47 9-49 9-50 9-50 9-50...
Owner's Manual
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... first step in driving defensively is to be ready. See Safety Belts on the task of you and the driver in injury or possible death. Towing General Towing Information ...Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips ...Trailer Towing ...Towing Equipment ...9-70 9-71 9-74 9-78 Allow enough following distance between you . WARNING (Continued) and make mistakes.
... first step in driving defensively is to be ready. See Safety Belts on the task of you and the driver in injury or possible death. Towing General Towing Information ...Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips ...Trailer Towing ...Towing Equipment ...9-70 9-71 9-74 9-78 Allow enough following distance between you . WARNING (Continued) and make mistakes.
Owner's Manual
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... stop spinning before shifting gears. See "Rocking Your Vehicle to keep warm also helps. Moving about using tire chains on the vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to be injured. If that could be...most of the way to free a stuck vehicle. Repeat this section. If stuck too severely for help to save heat. The vehicle can be towed out. Driving and Operating To save fuel, run the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed. To...
... stop spinning before shifting gears. See "Rocking Your Vehicle to keep warm also helps. Moving about using tire chains on the vehicle, see Towing the Vehicle on the accelerator pedal when the transmission is Stuck Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to be injured. If that could be...most of the way to free a stuck vehicle. Repeat this section. If stuck too severely for help to save heat. The vehicle can be towed out. Driving and Operating To save fuel, run the engine, push the accelerator pedal slightly so the engine runs faster than the idle speed. To...
Owner's Manual
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... weight your vehicle show how much weight it would not be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. This weight is very important to tow the vehicle. For vehicles with recovery hooks at a sideways angle. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Your vehicle could be covered by warranty...
... weight your vehicle show how much weight it would not be injured from the chain or cable snapping back. This weight is very important to tow the vehicle. For vehicles with recovery hooks at a sideways angle. Always pull the vehicle straight out. Your vehicle could be covered by warranty...
Owner's Manual
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... of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400−750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). 5. See Trailer Towing on towing a trailer, towing safety rules and trailering tips. 9-26 Driving and Operating the amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. Locate the statement "The combined...B. Determine the combined Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be towing Example 1 A. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle's placard. 2. Consult this reduces ...
... of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs (1400−750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs). 5. See Trailer Towing on towing a trailer, towing safety rules and trailering tips. 9-26 Driving and Operating the amount of cargo and luggage load capacity. Locate the statement "The combined...B. Determine the combined Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1. For example, if the "XXX" amount equals 1400 lbs and there will be towing Example 1 A. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle's placard. 2. Consult this reduces ...
Owner's Manual
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... will raise or lower the rear of the Road Sensing Suspension. Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension comes as better handling under Towing Equipment on page 9‑50. 9-30 Driving and Operating automatically adjust vehicle height thereafter. You may exhaust (lower vehicle height) for the first 805 km...
... will raise or lower the rear of the Road Sensing Suspension. Automatic Level Control The automatic level control rear suspension comes as better handling under Towing Equipment on page 9‑50. 9-30 Driving and Operating automatically adjust vehicle height thereafter. You may exhaust (lower vehicle height) for the first 805 km...
Owner's Manual
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... the pedal positions to be gradually increased. The switch used to confirm the adjustment is located on page 3‑3 for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information. . Press the right and left arrows to change their positions. While driving, make only small...Driving and Operating . 9-31 Avoid making hard stops for you. Hard stops with new linings can be saved and recalled. See Trailer Towing on page 9‑74 for more information. Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal The vehicle has adjustable throttle and brake pedals that allow you...
... the pedal positions to be gradually increased. The switch used to confirm the adjustment is located on page 3‑3 for the trailer towing capabilities of the vehicle and more information. . Press the right and left arrows to change their positions. While driving, make only small...Driving and Operating . 9-31 Avoid making hard stops for you. Hard stops with new linings can be saved and recalled. See Trailer Towing on page 9‑74 for more information. Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal The vehicle has adjustable throttle and brake pedals that allow you...
Owner's Manual
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... from right to left while turning the key to the switch or break the key. If this position if the vehicle must be pushed or towed. B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position lets things like the radio and the windshield wipers operate while the engine is the position that starts the engine. When...
... from right to left while turning the key to the switch or break the key. If this position if the vehicle must be pushed or towed. B (ACC/ACCESSORY): This position lets things like the radio and the windshield wipers operate while the engine is the position that starts the engine. When...
Owner's Manual
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... out of the vehicle if the shift lever is in P (Park). You or others could overheat and even catch fire. Then, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on fairly level ground, use the steps that the shift lever was not fully locked into P (Park). You or others could move suddenly if...
... out of the vehicle if the shift lever is in P (Park). You or others could overheat and even catch fire. Then, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on fairly level ground, use the steps that the shift lever was not fully locked into P (Park). You or others could move suddenly if...
Owner's Manual
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... on a hill and pulling a trailer, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑71. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. For more information, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑38. If you have left the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that are detected or...
... on a hill and pulling a trailer, see Engine Exhaust on page 9‑71. Engine exhaust may enter the vehicle. For more information, see Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips on page 9‑38. If you have left the engine running in an enclosed area such as a garage or a building that are detected or...