C U S TO M E R C O N V E N I E N C E / P E R S O N A L I Z AT I O N G U I D E
E S C A L A D E E X T TABLE OF CONTENTS DRIVER INFORMATION Instrument Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 Instrument Panel Cluster . . . . . . . .2 Driver Information Center . . . . . . .3 SAFETY & SECURITY Remote Keyless Entry . . . . . . . . . .4 OnStar® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 COMFORT Power Seat Controls . . . . . . . . . . .5 Heated and Cooled Seats . . . . . . .5 Adjustable Pedals . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 Automatic Climate Controls . . . . . .
1 3 2 4 1 5 6 1 1 Driver Information 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 INSTRUMENT PANEL 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Air Outlets Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever Instrument Panel Cluster Shift Lever Driver Information Center Buttons 6. Audio System or Navigation Entertainment System 7. Exterior Lamp Controls 8. Dome Lamp Override Button/ Fog Lamp Button/Interior Dimming Control 9. Heated Steering Wheel Button 10. Cruise Control Buttons 11. Tilt Steering Wheel Lever 12.
E S C A L A D E E X T INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER 1 The instrument panel cluster includes these key features: 1. Tachometer 2. Engine Coolant Temperature Gage 3. Odometer/Driver Information Center Display 4. Fuel Gage 5. Speedometer 6. Oil Pressure Warning Light 7. Charging System Warning Light 8. Safety Belt Reminder Light 9. Air Bag Readiness and Warning Light 10. Anti-lock Brake System Warning Light 11. Check Engine Light 12. Brake System Warning Light 13. Security Light 14. Lights On Reminder Light 15.
DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER Your vehicle’s Driver Information Center (DIC) provides vehicle information, vehicle warning messages and vehicle feature customization. The DIC messages will be shown on your instrument panel cluster display. To operate the DIC, the ignition switch must be on. DIC Buttons The DIC buttons are located on the left side of the audio system.
E S C A L A D E Safety & Security REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter includes the following functions: (Lock): Press this button to lock all the doors and the tailgate. If enabled through the Driver Information Center (DIC), the parking lamps will flash once and/or the horn will chirp to indicate locking has occurred. (Unlock): Press this button to unlock the driver’s door. If the button is pressed again within five seconds, all remaining doors and the tailgate will unlock.
HEATED AND COOLED SEATS Comfort ADJUSTABLE PEDALS POWER SEAT CONTROLS A B C The power seat controls for the driver and front passenger seats are located on the outboard side of the seats. Power Seat: Use the control (A) to move the seat forward/rearward and up/down as well as to raise/lower the front or rear of the seat cushion. Power Recline: Use the control (B) to recline/raise the seatback.
E S C A L A D E AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROLS The automatic climate control system maintains the desired individual temperature for the driver and front seat passenger. The system automatically adjusts the airflow mode, fan speed, air conditioning and recirculation functions to reach the set temperature(s) as quickly as possible. Automatic Operation To set the automatic mode: 1. Press the AUTO button. 2. Set the driver’s and front passenger’s temperature using the temperature knobs.
Entertainment AUDIO SYSTEM FEATURES Your Escalade audio system includes the following features: (Power/Volume): Press this knob to turn the system on or off. Turn the knob to adjust the volume. (Tune): Turn this knob to select radio stations. Press the knob to enter the radio main menu and access functions such as tone adjustment, speaker fade/balance and equalization settings. BAND: Press this button to select AM, FM1, FM2, XM1 or XM2 (if equipped).
E S C A L A D E No te : Choosing to engage in extended searching for specific audio stations or songs by using buttons and knobs — or to give extended attention to entertainment tasks — can lead you to look away from the road frequently or longer than usual. Looking away from the road for prolonged periods may cause you to miss seeing things on the road that you need to see.
No ti c e: If you add any label to a CD, insert more than one CD into the slot at a time, or attempt to play scratched or damaged CDs, you could damage the CD player. When using the CD player, use only CDs in good condition without any label, load one CD at a time, and keep the CD player and the loading slot free of foreign materials, liquids and debris.
E S C A L A D E (Mute/Voice Recognition): Press this button to silence the system. Press the button again to turn on the sound. This button is also used for OnStar hands-free phone and voice recognition commands for your Navigation radio. See your Owner Manual for operating instructions. XM Satellite Radio offers more than 170 channels of digital-quality sound that goes wherever you go — coast to coast. XM displays song title, artist or entertainment genre by pressing the (Information button).
3. Insert a DVD into the DVD slot in the radio. It will turn on the video screen and begin playing automatically. It may be necessary to press the Play pushbutton on the radio or the remote control to start playing the movie if the DVD stops at a menu screen. 4. To listen to the DVD through the vehicle speakers, press the SRCE (Source) button on the radio until RSE is on the screen. Adjust volume using the radio volume control.
E S C A L A D E Customization features include: • Display in English • Display Language • Auto Door Lock • Auto Door Unlock • Remote Door Lock • Remote Door Unlock • Delay Door Lock • Exit Lighting • Approach Lighting • Chime Volume • Park Tilt Mirrors • Easy Exit Seat • Memory Seat Recall • Remote Start • Display Digital Speed • Factory Settings • Exit Feature Settings MEMORY SETTINGS The memory buttons are located on the driver’s door.
Starting the Vehicle To remote start the vehicle: 1. Aim the RKE transmitter at the vehicle. 2. Press and release the (Lock) button on the transmitter. 3. Immediately press and hold the (Remote Vehicle Start) button for about four seconds. 4. When the parking lamps flash, release the button. The engine will start and the parking lamps will remain on. The engine will continue to run for 10 minutes. 5. Repeat these steps for a 10-minute time extension.
E S C A L A D E The system uses a light sensor, located on top of the instrument panel, to determine light conditions. For proper system operation, avoid placing any objects on or near the sensor. Exterior Lamp Controls The exterior lamps also can be operated manually using the control knob located on the left side of the instrument panel. The knob can be rotated to the following positions: (Off): Turns off the Automatic Headlamp System, including the Daytime Running Lamps.
Windshield Wiper Controls The windshield wiper control band is located on the multifunction stalk on the left side of the steering column. The control band can be rotated to the following settings: (Mist): Activates one wipe. (Off): Turns the wipers off. (Rainsense Sensitivity Levels): The position closest to Off is the lowest sensitivity level, which allows more moisture to collect on the windshield between wipes. (Low): Activates the wipers at the low speed setting.
E S C A L A D E on the Universal Home Remote. The engine should be turned off when programming the remote. No te : Do not use the Universal Home Remote with any garage door opener that does not have the “stop and reverse” feature or any opener manufactured before April 1, 1982. ULTRASONIC REAR PARKING ASSIST This feature uses ultrasonic sensors on the rear bumpers to help you avoid colliding with objects when parking the vehicle. It operates only at speeds less than 5 mph (8 km/h).
UTILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM LOWERING THE MIDGATE® Your vehicle is equipped with a Midgate panel and removable rear window. The Midgate enables the length of the vehicle’s cargo area to be substantially extended. Midgate Components The Midgate can be lowered with the rear window in place or while the window is secured in the Midgate storage pocket. To lower the Midgate with the rear window in place: 1. Fold the rear seats. (See Folding the Rear Seats.) 2.
E S C A L A D E REAR WINDOW REMOVAL AND STORAGE To remove the rear window: 1. Fold the rear seats. (See Folding the Rear Seats.) 2. Squeeze, pull down and release the latch levers located near the upper corners of the rear window. The glass-catch release button will prevent the rear window from falling forward. 3. While holding the rear window in place, press the glass-catch release button and pull the top of the window toward you using the grab handles located at the top of the window. 4.
CARGO COVERS The threepiece cargo cover system can be configured to meet your cargo-loading and security requirements. To remove the cargo panels: 1. Unlatch each panel by pulling each handle located underneath the panel toward you. The forwardmost panel (near the cab) has four latches; the middle panel and rearmost panel (near the tailgate) have two latches. 2. Slide out each panel. When reinstalling the panels, they must be placed in the correct order.
E S C A L A D E part of the system. Press and hold the button for five seconds to turn off the traction control and stability enhancement systems. When the system is turned off, the StabiliTrak indicator light will illuminate in the instrument panel cluster. Press the button again to turn the system back on.
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