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Cadillac 2013 Escalade User Manual

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Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC 2nd Edition - 8/
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2013 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 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-22
Keys, Doors, and
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Keys and Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-8
Vehicle Security. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-12
Exterior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-15
Interior Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-17
Roof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-20
Seats and Restraints . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Head Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Safety Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26
Child Restraints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . 4-1
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Instruments and Controls . . . . 5-1
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Warning Lights, Gauges, and
Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Information Displays . . . . . . . . . . 5-23
Vehicle Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Vehicle Personalization . . . . . . . 5-37
Universal Remote System . . . . 5-46
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Exterior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Interior Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-8
Lighting Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Infotainment System . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-9
Audio Players . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
Rear Seat Infotainment . . . . . . . 7-31
Navigation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-61
Voice Recognition . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-98
Phone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-101
Climate Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Climate Control Systems . . . . . . 8-1
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Driving and Operating . . . . . . . . 9-1
Driving Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Starting and Operating . . . . . . . 9-21
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-28
Automatic Transmission . . . . . . 9-29
Drive Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-33
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-34
Ride Control Systems . . . . . . . . 9-36
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-40
Object Detection Systems . . . . 9-43
Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-50
Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-55
Conversions and Add-Ons . . . 9-66
Vehicle Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-1
General Information . . . . . . . . . . 10-2
Vehicle Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-3
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . 10-29
Bulb Replacement . . . . . . . . . . 10-30
Electrical System . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-32
Wheels and Tires . . . . . . . . . . . 10-40
Jump Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-84

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Cadillac 2013 Escalade Specifications

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BrandCadillac
Model2013 Escalade
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

In Brief

Instrument Panel

Details about the vehicle's instrument panel layout and its components.

Initial Drive Information

Overview of important features for initial driving and operation.

Vehicle Features

Overview of various vehicle features like audio system and driver information center.

Performance and Maintenance

Information on vehicle performance features and basic maintenance items.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Information on vehicle access, locks, doors, windows, and security systems.

Seats and Restraints

Details on adjusting seats, safety belts, airbags, and child restraint systems.

Storage

Information on storage compartments, cupholders, and roof rack systems.

Instruments and Controls

Overview of vehicle controls, gauges, indicators, and information displays.

Lighting

Details on exterior and interior lighting controls and features.

Infotainment System

Information on the vehicle's infotainment system, radio, audio, navigation, and phone.

Climate Controls

Instructions for operating the vehicle's heating, cooling, and ventilation system.

Driving and Operating

Guidance on driving techniques, vehicle control, and operating under various conditions.

Vehicle Care

Information on performing vehicle checks, maintenance, and appearance care.

Service and Maintenance

Details on required maintenance, schedules, and service procedures.

Technical Data

Specifications for vehicle identification, capacities, and engine details.

Customer Information

Information on customer satisfaction, reporting defects, and vehicle data privacy.

OnStar

Overview of OnStar system, services, additional information, and system operation.

Keys, Doors, and Windows

Keys and Locks

Information on vehicle keys, remote keyless entry system, and door locks.

Doors

Details on liftgate operation and power assist steps.

Vehicle Security

Information on the vehicle's theft-deterrent features and alarm system.

Exterior Mirrors

Details on adjusting, folding, dimming, and tilting exterior mirrors.

Interior Mirrors

Information on the automatic dimming rearview mirror and its operation.

Windows

Instructions for operating power windows, express features, and child lockout.

Sun Visors

How to use sun visors for glare protection and adjust them.

Roof

Information on sunroof operation, including vent, express, and anti-pinch features.

Seats and Restraints

Head Restraints

Proper adjustment and installation of head restraints for occupant safety.

Front Seats

Details on power seat adjustment, lumbar support, and memory features.

Rear Seats

Information on folding, tumbling, and removing second and third row seats.

Safety Belts

Proper use of safety belts, including how they work and specific considerations.

Airbag System

Explanation of the airbag system, locations, inflation, and restraint function.

Child Restraints

Guidance on selecting, installing, and using child restraints for children of all ages.

Storage

Storage Compartments

Details on glove box, cupholders, armrest, and center console storage.

Roof Rack System

Information on using and loading items onto the vehicle's roof rack system.

Instruments and Controls

Controls

Details on steering wheel adjustment, controls, horn, wipers, and compass.

Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators

Explanation of warning lights, gauges, and indicators on the instrument cluster.

Information Displays

Information on the Driver Information Center (DIC) operation and displays.

Vehicle Personalization

How to customize vehicle features and settings through the DIC.

Lighting

Exterior Lighting

Controls for exterior lamps, including automatic headlamps and fog lamps.

Interior Lighting

Details on dome lamps, reading lamps, and instrument panel illumination.

Lighting Features

Information on entry lighting, exit lighting, and battery load management.

Infotainment System

Introduction

Overview of the infotainment system, its operation, and safety precautions.

Radio

Instructions for operating the AM-FM radio, satellite radio, and finding stations.

Audio Players

Details on CD/DVD player, MP3 playback, and auxiliary device connections.

Rear Seat Infotainment

Information on the rear seat entertainment system, including headrest and overhead DVDs.

Navigation

Guidance on using the navigation system, entering destinations, and map adjustments.

Voice Recognition

How to use voice commands for navigation, audio system, and phone functions.

Phone

Instructions for Bluetooth pairing, making calls, and managing contacts.

Climate Controls

Climate Control Systems

Operation of dual automatic and rear climate control systems.

Air Vents

Guidance on using air outlets to direct airflow and operational tips.

Driving and Operating

Driving Information

Guidance on defensive driving, avoiding distractions, and drunk driving.

Engine Exhaust

Safety information regarding engine exhaust and carbon monoxide exposure.

Automatic Transmission

Explanation of automatic transmission operation, manual mode, and tow/haul.

Drive Systems

Information on all-wheel drive systems and their operation.

Brakes

Details on antilock brake system, parking brake, and brake assist features.

Ride Control Systems

Information on StabiliTrak, suspension systems, and continuous damping control.

Cruise Control

Instructions for using and setting cruise control, including safety precautions.

Object Detection Systems

Information on ultrasonic parking assist and side blind zone alert systems.

Fuel

Guidance on fuel types, recommended fuel, and filling the fuel tank.

Vehicle Care

General Information

Important information for vehicle service, parts, and dealer assistance.

Vehicle Checks

Guidance on performing routine service and checks on the vehicle.

Towing

Information on general towing, trailer towing, and recreational vehicle towing.

Appearance Care

Instructions for washing, exterior care, interior care, and wheel cleaning.

Service and Maintenance

General Information

Importance of required maintenance and dealer services for vehicle performance.

Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance

Overview of the maintenance program covering select services for the first 4 years/80,000 km.

Maintenance Schedule

Schedule of owner checks, services, and replacement intervals.

Special Application Services

Specific services for severe commercial use and underbody flushing.

Additional Maintenance and Care

Guidance on battery care, belts, brakes, fluids, and vehicle systems maintenance.

Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts

List of recommended fluids, lubricants, and replacement parts by name and part number.

Maintenance Records

Template for recording service dates, odometer readings, and services performed.

Technical Data

Vehicle Identification

Information on Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and service parts identification label.

Vehicle Data

Capacities and specifications for air conditioning, cooling system, fuel tank, and transmission.

Engine Identification

Details on the engine code within the VIN for identifying engine specifications.

Service Parts Identification Label

Information found on the glove box label: VIN, model, paint, and options.

Customer Information

Customer Information

Steps for resolving concerns with dealership or GM, including contact information.

Reporting Safety Defects

How to report safety defects to U.S. and Canadian governments and General Motors.

Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy

Information on vehicle computers, EDRs, OnStar data, and privacy statements.

OnStar

OnStar Overview

Introduction to the OnStar system, its status light, and advisor contact.

OnStar Services

Details on Emergency, Security, Navigation, Connections, and Diagnostics services.

OnStar Additional Information

Information on service transfer, reactivation for new owners, and potential issues.

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