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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 ...2-9 ...
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 ...2-9 ...
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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
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Part No. 25965920 B Second Printing © 2010 General Motors LLC. Keep this manual in the vehicle for Cadillac Motor Division wherever it appears in Canada, substitute the name "General Motors of this manual including, but not limited to confirm each of General Motors ... of the features found on your vehicle. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to , GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, ESCALADE, and ESV are options that may or may not be obtained from your dealer or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce...
Part No. 25965920 B Second Printing © 2010 General Motors LLC. Keep this manual in the vehicle for Cadillac Motor Division wherever it appears in Canada, substitute the name "General Motors of this manual including, but not limited to confirm each of General Motors ... of the features found on your vehicle. Please refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to , GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Crest and Wreath, ESCALADE, and ESV are options that may or may not be obtained from your dealer or from: On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce...
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This would not be found on vehicle labels and in property or vehicle damage. Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that could result in this happen." Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of the manual. iv Introduction Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use symbols instead of what to do this," or "Do not let this manual describe hazards and what is shown when you or other people. Symbols are shown along with a slash through it can be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Danger, Warnings, and Cautions Warning messages ...
This would not be found on vehicle labels and in property or vehicle damage. Symbols The vehicle has components and labels that could result in this happen." Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of the manual. iv Introduction Using this Manual To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use symbols instead of what to do this," or "Do not let this manual describe hazards and what is shown when you or other people. Symbols are shown along with a slash through it can be covered by the vehicle's warranty. Danger, Warnings, and Cautions Warning messages ...
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v or OnStar® 0 : Adjustable Pedals 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls $: Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer LATCH 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 ...
v or OnStar® 0 : Adjustable Pedals 9 : Airbag Readiness Light # : Air Conditioning ! : Antilock Brake System (ABS) % : Audio Steering Wheel Controls $: Brake System Warning Light " : Charging System I : Cruise Control B : Engine Coolant Temperature O : Exterior Lamps # : Fog Lamps . : Fuel Gauge + : Fuses 3 : Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer LATCH 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 ...
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Performance and Maintenance Vehicle Features Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Bluetooth® ...Steering Wheel Controls ...1-16 1-16 1-16 1-17 1-17 In Brief 1-1 1-18 1-18 1-19 1-20 1-20 1-20 1-21 1-21 1-21 1-22 1-22 1-23 1-23 1-23 1-24 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-5 Door Locks ...1-5 Liftgate ...1-6 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-7 Memory Features ...1-8 Second Row Seats ...1-9 Third Row Seats ...1-9 Heated and ...
Performance and Maintenance Vehicle Features Radio(s) ...Satellite Radio ...Portable Audio Devices ...Bluetooth® ...Steering Wheel Controls ...1-16 1-16 1-16 1-17 1-17 In Brief 1-1 1-18 1-18 1-19 1-20 1-20 1-20 1-21 1-21 1-21 1-22 1-22 1-23 1-23 1-23 1-24 In Brief Instrument Panel Instrument Panel ...1-2 Initial Drive Information Initial Drive Information ...1-4 Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System ...1-4 Remote Vehicle Start ...1-5 Door Locks ...1-5 Liftgate ...1-6 Windows ...1-6 Seat Adjustment ...1-7 Memory Features ...1-8 Second Row Seats ...1-9 Third Row Seats ...1-9 Heated and ...
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See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 9‑47. F. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. J. StabiliTrak® System on page 6‑9. K. Automatic Transfer Case Control (Hybrid only). R. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 6‑9. U. M. Fog Lamps on page 9‑31. Instrument Cluster on page 9‑40. E. See Automatic Transmission on page 5‑12. G. Clock on page 6‑1. 1-3 O. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 5‑8. Horn on page 5‑5. S. Dome Lamp Override. B. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑5....
See Turn and Lane-Change Signals on page 9‑47. F. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons. J. StabiliTrak® System on page 6‑9. K. Automatic Transfer Case Control (Hybrid only). R. See Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on page 6‑9. U. M. Fog Lamps on page 9‑31. Instrument Cluster on page 9‑40. E. See Automatic Transmission on page 5‑12. G. Clock on page 6‑1. 1-3 O. Exterior Lamp Controls on page 5‑8. Horn on page 5‑5. S. Dome Lamp Override. B. Windshield Wiper/Washer on page 5‑5....
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Press L and hold for three seconds to unlock all doors. See Vehicle Personalization on page 2‑3. Press and hold liftglass. Press K again within 3 seconds to sound the panic alarm. m to open or close the liftgate. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from the vehicle. Press K to lock all remaining doors. See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 5‑40. Q to unlock the driver door. Press Press L again to open the Press L and release to 60 m ...
Press L and hold for three seconds to unlock all doors. See Vehicle Personalization on page 2‑3. Press and hold liftglass. Press K again within 3 seconds to sound the panic alarm. m to open or close the liftgate. Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System The RKE transmitter is used to remotely lock and unlock the doors from the vehicle. Press K to lock all remaining doors. See Keys on page 2‑2 and Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation on page 5‑40. Q to unlock the driver door. Press Press L again to open the Press L and release to 60 m ...
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Door Locks There are on and then back off . From inside, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key in the driver door. To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, push down or pull up on page 2‑5. Q. . 3. See Remote Vehicle Start on the manual lock knob. Starting the Vehicle 1. Press Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start can be locked and the climate control system may come on as long as the engine is running. Turn on page 2‑7. K: Q: Press to lock the doors. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and ...
Door Locks There are on and then back off . From inside, use the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or the key in the driver door. To lock or unlock the door with the manual locks, push down or pull up on page 2‑5. Q. . 3. See Remote Vehicle Start on the manual lock knob. Starting the Vehicle 1. Press Canceling a Remote Start To cancel a remote start can be locked and the climate control system may come on as long as the engine is running. Turn on page 2‑7. K: Q: Press to lock the doors. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle and press and ...
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Press the l button next to the liftgate latch to open . Press m on the underside of the license plate applique (A). Pull the switch up to lower the window. Liftglass There are several ways to close the power liftgate: . . Press the button on the RKE transmitter. 1-6 In Brief . Windows . . There are two ways to unlatch the liftglass: Press K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or use the power door lock switches to open and close . The power window switches are located on the overhead console. For more information, see: . . . In addition, each ...
Press the l button next to the liftgate latch to open . Press m on the underside of the license plate applique (A). Pull the switch up to lower the window. Liftglass There are several ways to close the power liftgate: . . Press the button on the RKE transmitter. 1-6 In Brief . Windows . . There are two ways to unlatch the liftglass: Press K on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter or use the power door lock switches to open and close . The power window switches are located on the overhead console. For more information, see: . . . In addition, each ...
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Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the entire control up or down . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the front or rear of the control up or down . In Brief 1-7 Seat Adjustment See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3 for more information. Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by sliding the control forward or rearward. Tilt the top of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. To adjust the seatback: . Press and hold the top or bottom of the control to raise or lower the height of the control rearward to raise. . ...
Move the seat forward or rearward by moving the entire control up or down . Raise or lower the entire seat by moving the front or rear of the control up or down . In Brief 1-7 Seat Adjustment See Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3 for more information. Raise or lower the front or rear part of the seat cushion by sliding the control forward or rearward. Tilt the top of the control to increase or decrease lumbar support. To adjust the seatback: . Press and hold the top or bottom of the control to raise or lower the height of the control rearward to raise. . ...
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Not all mirrors and adjustable throttles and brake pedals will sound. To recall, press and release "1" or "2." Easy Exit Positions This feature can move to the positions previously stored for more information. The vehicle must be in P (Park). B : Press to exit the vehicle. The vehicle must be in P (Park). Adjust the driver seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors, power steering column, and the adjustable throttle and brake pedals. See "Memory Features" under Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3 and Vehicle Personalization on ...
Not all mirrors and adjustable throttles and brake pedals will sound. To recall, press and release "1" or "2." Easy Exit Positions This feature can move to the positions previously stored for more information. The vehicle must be in P (Park). B : Press to exit the vehicle. The vehicle must be in P (Park). Adjust the driver seat, including the seatback recliner and lumbar, both outside mirrors, power steering column, and the adjustable throttle and brake pedals. See "Memory Features" under Power Seat Adjustment on page 3‑3 and Vehicle Personalization on ...
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z : Press to cycle through the temperature settings. Indicator bars next to the off setting. See Heated Rear Seats on page 3‑8. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3‑9. The buttons are on the Rear Sear Audio (RSA) panel on the rear of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the symbol on the climate control The buttons are on the climate control panel. Press the desired button once for more information. Heated Rear Seats Third Row Seats On vehicles with a 60/40 split bench or buckets seats, the seatbacks ...
z : Press to cycle through the temperature settings. Indicator bars next to the off setting. See Heated Rear Seats on page 3‑8. See Heated and Ventilated Front Seats on page 3‑9. The buttons are on the Rear Sear Audio (RSA) panel on the rear of the button, the seat will change to the next lower setting, and then to the symbol on the climate control The buttons are on the climate control panel. Press the desired button once for more information. Heated Rear Seats Third Row Seats On vehicles with a 60/40 split bench or buckets seats, the seatbacks ...
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Safety Belts Sensing System for Passenger Airbag The passenger sensing system, if equipped, will be visible on page 3‑59. . . The driver airbags, seat‐mounted side impact airbags and roof‐rail airbags are installed and adjusted properly. The passenger airbag status indicator, if equipped, will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. For more information see Head Restraints on page 3‑2 and Power Seat ...
Safety Belts Sensing System for Passenger Airbag The passenger sensing system, if equipped, will be visible on page 3‑59. . . The driver airbags, seat‐mounted side impact airbags and roof‐rail airbags are installed and adjusted properly. The passenger airbag status indicator, if equipped, will turn off the right front passenger frontal airbag under certain conditions. Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) on the overhead console when the vehicle is started. For more information see Head Restraints on page 3‑2 and Power Seat ...
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Press (D) to fold the mirrors in to a neutral position. Vehicles with outside power mirrors and foldaway mirrors have controls on page 3‑44 for more information. Canada and Mexico See Passenger Sensing System on the driver door. 1. See Power Mirrors on or off. O : Press to move the mirror up, down, right, or left. 3. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on the control pad to turn the dimming feature on page 2‑16. United States Interior Mirror The automatic dimming rearview mirror reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. Press the arrows on...
Press (D) to fold the mirrors in to a neutral position. Vehicles with outside power mirrors and foldaway mirrors have controls on page 3‑44 for more information. Canada and Mexico See Passenger Sensing System on the driver door. 1. See Power Mirrors on or off. O : Press to move the mirror up, down, right, or left. 3. See Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror on the control pad to turn the dimming feature on page 2‑16. United States Interior Mirror The automatic dimming rearview mirror reduces the glare of lights from behind the vehicle. Press the arrows on...
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The switch used to adjust the pedals is located on the center console below the dome lamp override button, clockwise to the farthest position to manually turn on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are located in Power Seat Adjustment on the left arrows to move the pedals either closer or further from your body. Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on until the knob is located on page 3‑3. Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps are closed. Push the control up or down . Press the right and left side of the steering column. The dome lamps remain ...
The switch used to adjust the pedals is located on the center console below the dome lamp override button, clockwise to the farthest position to manually turn on when any door is opened and turn off after all the doors are located in Power Seat Adjustment on the left arrows to move the pedals either closer or further from your body. Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal on until the knob is located on page 3‑3. Interior Lighting Dome Lamps The dome lamps are closed. Push the control up or down . Press the right and left side of the steering column. The dome lamps remain ...
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k : Press the button in other locations. P : Turns off position again will turn the automatic headlamps and DRL back on or off , press the button located next to the lamp. For more information about interior lamps, see: ... 1-13 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps on page 6‑11. Reading Lamps on page 6‑10. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on the instrument panel to return it on . Reading Lamps For vehicles with reading lamps in Canada, the off when a door is opened . The vehicle may also have reading lamps in and the dome lamps remain off position ...
k : Press the button in other locations. P : Turns off position again will turn the automatic headlamps and DRL back on or off , press the button located next to the lamp. For more information about interior lamps, see: ... 1-13 Exterior Lighting Dome Lamps on page 6‑11. Reading Lamps on page 6‑10. Instrument Panel Illumination Control on the instrument panel to return it on . Reading Lamps For vehicles with reading lamps in Canada, the off when a door is opened . The vehicle may also have reading lamps in and the dome lamps remain off position ...
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Windshield Wiper/Washer Rear Wiper Window Wiper/Washer To turn to spray washer fluid on the windshield. Fog Lamps on the headlamps, parking lamps, instrument panel lights, license plate lamps, and taillamps. Turns on page 6‑9. 9 : Turns the windshield wipers off. 6: Turn the band up for more information, see: . 5: The lever is on the left side of the steering column. 9 : Turns the wiper off. 5 : Turns on page 6‑1. Z : Turns on the rear wiper. = : Press the button on the end of the lever to a wiper position. ; : Turns on the parking lamps, along with the ...
Windshield Wiper/Washer Rear Wiper Window Wiper/Washer To turn to spray washer fluid on the windshield. Fog Lamps on the headlamps, parking lamps, instrument panel lights, license plate lamps, and taillamps. Turns on page 6‑9. 9 : Turns the windshield wipers off. 6: Turn the band up for more information, see: . 5: The lever is on the left side of the steering column. 9 : Turns the wiper off. 5 : Turns on page 6‑1. Z : Turns on the rear wiper. = : Press the button on the end of the lever to a wiper position. ; : Turns on the parking lamps, along with the ...
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Air Conditioning The DSC switch is located on page 8‑1 and Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate with Cooled and Heated Seats shown A. Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) Climate Control with Rear Seat Audio) on page 8‑6 (If Equipped). Air Recirculation E. Rear Window Defogger F. G. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on the shift lever. To enable the DSC feature, move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) position. Fan Control I. J. AUTO (Automatic Operation) C. REAR (Rear Climate Control) Air Delivery Mode Control Defrost D. Driver and Passenger...
Air Conditioning The DSC switch is located on page 8‑1 and Rear Climate Control System (Rear Climate with Cooled and Heated Seats shown A. Transmission Driver Shift Control (DSC) Climate Control with Rear Seat Audio) on page 8‑6 (If Equipped). Air Recirculation E. Rear Window Defogger F. G. See Dual Automatic Climate Control System on the shift lever. To enable the DSC feature, move the column shift lever to the M (Manual) position. Fan Control I. J. AUTO (Automatic Operation) C. REAR (Rear Climate Control) Air Delivery Mode Control Defrost D. Driver and Passenger...