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Table of Contents
Section 1 Seats and Restraint Systems
5
Default Chapter
2
Canadian Owners
2
Using this Manual
3
Vehicle Symbols
4
Seats and Restraint Systems
5
Table of Contents
5
Front Seats
6
Power Seats
6
Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals
10
Easy Exit Seat
11
Power Reclining Seatbacks
12
Head Restraints
13
Rear Seats
14
Rear Seat Operation
14
Why Safety Belts Work
17
Questions and Answers about Safety Belts
20
Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
33
Safety Belts
37
Child Restraints
39
Infants and Young Children
39
Child Restraint Systems
43
Securing the Child Within the Child Restraint
45
Where to Put the Restraint
46
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
47
Top Tether Anchor
48
Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
51
Securing a Child Restraint in a
54
Rear Seat Position
54
Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
57
Airbag System
60
Where Are the Airbags
63
When Should an Airbag Inflate
65
What Makes an Airbag Inflate
67
How Does an Airbag Restrain
67
What will You See after an Airbag Inflates
68
Passenger Sensing System
69
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
74
Adding Equipment to Your
74
Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
74
Restraint System Check
76
Checking the Restraint Systems
76
Replacing Restraint System Parts
77
After a Crash
77
Section 2 Features and Controls
79
Features and Controls
79
Keys
81
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System
82
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
82
System Operation
83
Remote Keyless Entry (Rke) System Operation
83
Battery Replacement
85
Remote Vehicle Start
86
Doors and Locks
88
Door Locks
88
Power Door Locks
89
Delayed Locking
89
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
89
Rear Door Security Locks
90
Lockout Protection
90
Midgate
91
Reinstalling the Rear Glass
96
Tailgate
101
Power Running Boards
101
Windows
102
Power Windows
103
Sun Visors
104
Theft-Deterrent Systems
104
Content Theft-Deterrent
104
Testing the Alarm
106
PASS-Key III+ Operation
107
Starting and Operating
108
Your Vehicle
108
New Vehicle Break-In
108
Ignition Positions
109
Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
110
Starting Procedure
110
Starting the Engine
110
Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
112
Engine Coolant Heater
113
Automatic Transmission Operation
114
Tow/Haul Mode
118
Parking Brake
119
Shifting into PARK (P)
120
Shifting out of PARK (P)
121
Parking over Things that Burn
122
Engine Exhaust
122
Running the Engine While Parked
123
Mirrors
124
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Intellibeam
124
Compass, and Temperature Display
124
Compass Variance
125
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with Onstar
126
Outside Temperature
126
Temperature Display
126
Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation
127
Temperature and Compass Display
127
Compass Calibration
129
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
130
Heated Mirrors
131
Object Detection Systems
132
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)
132
How the System Works
133
Onstar System
134
Onstar Services
135
Onstar Steering Wheel Controls
136
How Onstar Service Works
136
Onstar Virtual Advisor
136
Your Responsibility
137
Universal Home Remote System
138
Universal Home Remote System Operation
138
Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons
144
Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons
144
Storage Areas
145
Glove Box
145
Cupholder(S)
145
Instrument Panel Storage
145
Center Console Storage
145
Luggage Carrier
146
Rear Seat Armrest
147
Cargo Cover Panels
147
Cargo Panel Storage System
150
Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels
155
Cargo Tie Downs
159
All-Weather Cargo Area
160
Side Rail Channels
162
Top-Box Storage
164
Sunroof
165
Section 3 Instrument Panel
167
Instrument Panel Overview
170
Hazard Warning Flashers
172
Other Warning Devices
172
Horn
172
Tilt Wheel
172
Heated Steering Wheel
173
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
173
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
174
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
175
Flash-To-Pass
175
Windshield Wipers
175
Rainsense™ II Wipers
176
Windshield Washer
176
Cruise Control
177
Setting Cruise Control
178
Exterior Lamps
180
Headlamps on Reminder
183
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
184
Automatic Headlamp System
184
Fog Lamps
185
Exterior Cargo Lamps
185
Dome Lamps
185
Dome Lamp Override
186
Entry/Exit Lighting
186
Reading Lamps
186
Battery Run-Down Protection
187
Electric Power Management
187
Accessory Power Outlet(S)
188
Analog Clock
189
Ashtray(S) and Cigarette Lighter
189
Climate Controls
190
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
190
Automatic Operation
191
Manual Operation
192
Air Conditioning
193
Rear Window Defogger
194
Outlet Adjustment
194
Warning Lights, Gages, and Indicators
195
Instrument Panel Cluster
196
Speedometer and Odometer
197
Trip Odometer
197
Tachometer
197
Safety Belt Reminders
197
Safety Belt Reminder Light
197
Airbag Readiness Light
198
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
199
Charging System Light
201
Brake System Warning Light
202
Antilock Brake System Warning Light
203
Stabilitrak Indicator Light
204
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
205
Tire Pressure Light
205
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
206
If the Light Is Flashing
207
If the Light Is on Steady
207
Maintenance Schedule
208
Oil Pressure Light
208
Security Light
209
Fog Lamp Light
209
Lights on Reminder
209
Cruise Control Light
210
Highbeam on Light
210
Tow/Haul Mode Light
210
Fuel Gage
210
Driver Information Center (DIC)
211
DIC Operation and Displays
211
Trip Odometer
212
Tire Pressure
215
DIC Warnings and Messages
216
Engine Overheated Stop Engine
217
Fuel Level Low
218
Oil Pressure Low Stop Engine
218
Service Air Bag
219
Service Brake System
220
Service Suspension System
221
Service Tire Monitor System
221
DIC Vehicle Customization
223
Auto Door Lock
225
Auto Door Unlock
225
Remote Door Lock
226
Remote Door Unlock
226
Exit Lighting
227
Approach Lighting
228
Park Tilt Mirrors
229
Factory Settings
231
Remote Start
231
Audio System(S)
232
Setting the Clock
233
Radio(S)
234
Playing the Radio
234
Finding a Station
235
Setting Preset Stations
236
Rds Messages
240
Radio Message
242
Using the Six-Disc CD Changer
243
Using the DVD Player
246
DVD Messages
247
Using an MP3
252
XM Radio Messages
256
Before You Drive
257
Navigation/Radio System
257
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System
257
Audio Output
260
Remote Control
261
Remote Control Buttons
262
Cleaning the Video Screen
266
DVD Display Error Messages
266
DVD Distortion
266
Rear Seat Audio (RSA)
267
Theft-Deterrent Feature
268
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
269
Radio Reception
270
Fixed Mast Antenna
271
XM™ Satellite Radio Antenna System
271
Section 4 Driving Your Vehicle
273
Default Chapter
273
Driving Your Vehicle
273
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
274
Drunk Driving
274
Control of a Vehicle
275
Braking
275
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
276
Braking in Emergencies
277
Locking Differential
277
Road Sensing Suspension
278
Stabilitrak ® System
278
Traction Control Operation
280
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) System
280
Steering
281
Power Steering
281
Steering in Emergencies
282
Off-Road Recovery
283
Passing
283
Loss of Control
283
Off-Road Driving
284
Environmental Concerns
287
Scanning the Terrain
288
Approaching a Hill
290
Driving Uphill
291
Driving Downhill
293
Driving Across an Incline
294
Stalling on an Incline
296
Driving in Water
298
Driving at Night
299
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
299
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
300
Highway Hypnosis
300
Hill and Mountain Roads
301
Winter Driving
302
If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
303
If Your Vehicle Is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow
305
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It out
305
Recovery Hooks
306
Loading Your Vehicle
307
Truck-Camper Loading Information
313
Towing
314
Towing Your Vehicle
314
Recreational Vehicle Towing
314
Autoride
314
Towing a Trailer
315
If You Do Decide to Pull a Trailer
316
Weight of the Trailer
318
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
319
Safety Chains
322
Trailer Brakes
322
Driving with a Trailer
323
Driving on Grades
324
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
324
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
325
Parking on Hills
325
Trailer Wiring Harness
326
Trailer Recommendations
327
Section 5 Service and Appearance Care
329
Service and Appearance Care
329
Service
331
Accessories and Modifications
331
California Proposition 65 Warning
332
California Perchlorate Materials Requirements
332
Doing Your Own Service Work
332
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
333
Fuel
333
Gasoline Octane
333
Gasoline Specifications
334
California Fuel
334
Additives
334
Fuels in Foreign Countries
335
Filling the Tank
336
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
338
Checking Things under the Hood
338
Hood Release
339
Engine Compartment Overview
340
Engine Oil
341
When to Add Engine Oil
342
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
343
Engine Oil Additives
344
Engine Oil Life System
344
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
345
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
346
Automatic Transmission Fluid
348
Cold Check Procedure
349
Engine Coolant
351
What to Use
352
Adding Coolant
353
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
354
Engine Overheating
354
If no Steam Is Coming from Your Engine
355
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
356
Cooling System
357
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
359
Engine Fan Noise
361
Power Steering Fluid
362
Windshield Washer Fluid
363
Adding Washer Fluid
363
Brakes
364
Brake Fluid
364
Checking Brake Fluid
365
What to Add
365
Brake Adjustment
366
Battery
367
Vehicle Storage
367
Jump Starting
368
All-Wheel Drive
373
Rear Axle
374
Front Axle
375
Headlamp Aiming
376
Bulb Replacement
379
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting
379
Taillamps, Turn Signal, Sidemarker, Stoplamps and Back-Up Lamps
379
License Plate Lamp
380
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
381
Replacement Bulbs
381
Tires
382
Tire Sidewall Labeling
383
Tire Terminology and Definitions
386
Inflation - Tire Pressure
389
How to Check
390
High-Speed Operation
390
Tire Pressure Monitor System
391
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation
392
Tpms Malfunction Light and Message
394
Tpms Sensor Matching Process
395
Tire Inspection and Rotation
396
When It Is Time for New Tires
398
Buying New Tires
399
Different Size Tires and Wheels
400
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
401
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
402
Wheel Replacement
403
Tire Chains
404
If a Tire Goes Flat
405
Changing a Flat Tire
406
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
407
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
412
Secondary Latch System
418
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
422
Appearance Care
425
Interior Cleaning
425
Spare Tire
425
Leather
427
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
428
Speaker Covers
428
Care of Safety Belts
428
Weatherstrips
428
Wood Panels
428
Washing Your Vehicle
429
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
429
Finish Care
429
Windshield and Wiper Blades
430
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels and Trim
431
Tires
432
Underbody Maintenance
432
Sheet Metal Damage
432
Chemical Paint Spotting
432
Finish Damage
432
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
433
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
434
Service Parts Identification Label
434
Electrical System
435
Add-On Electrical Equipment
435
Windshield Wiper Fuses
435
Power Windows and Other Power Options
435
Fuses and Circuit Breakers
435
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
436
Top View
438
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
438
Underhood Fuse Block
439
Capacities and Specifications
443
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
445
Maintenance Schedule
446
Introduction
446
Maintenance Requirements
446
Your Vehicle and the Environment
446
Using the Maintenance Schedule
446
Scheduled Maintenance
448
Additional Required Services
450
Maintenance Footnotes
451
Engine Oil Level Check
453
Owner Checks and Services
453
At each Fuel Fill
453
At Least Once a Month
454
At Least Once a Year
454
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
455
Underbody Flushing Service
456
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
457
Maintenance Replacement Parts
459
Engine Drive Belt Routing
460
Maintenance Record
461
Section 7 Customer Assistance Information
465
Default Chapter
465
Customer Assistance Information
465
Customer Assistance and Information
466
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
466
Online Owner Center
468
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone (TTY) Users
469
Customer Assistance Offices
469
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
470
Roadside Service
471
Calling for Assistance
473
Scheduling Service Appointments
473
Courtesy Transportation
474
Collision Damage Repair
475
Insuring Your Vehicle
476
Repair Facility
476
If a Crash Occurs
477
Reporting Safety Defects
478
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
478
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
479
Owner Information
479
Service Manuals
479
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
479
Service Publications Ordering Information
479
Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy
480
Event Data Recorders
481
Onstar
482
Navigation System
482
Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)
482
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2008 Escalade EXT
Category
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Language
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