Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual M
Customer Assistance Information
Canadian Owners
Index
How to Use This Manual
Safety Warnings and Symbols
Vehicle Symbols
Vehicle Damage Warnings
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Seats and Restraint Systems
Power Seats
Front Seats
Power Lumbar
Heated Seats
Heated and Cooled Seats
Heated Seat and Seatback To heat
Memory Seat, Mirrors, and Pedals
Easy Exit Seat
Power Reclining Seatbacks
Head Restraints
Rear Seats
Rear Seat Operation
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Safety Belts
Safety Belts They Are for Everyone
Why Safety Belts Work
They work
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Questions and Answers About Safety Belts
Lap-Shoulder Belt
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
Driver Position
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What is wrong with this?
Belt is buckled in the wrong place
What is wrong with this?
Belt is twisted across the body
Shoulder Belt Height Adjustment
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy
Right Front Passenger Position
Rear Seat Passengers
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Rear Safety Belt Comfort Guides
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Safety Belt Pretensioners
Safety Belt Extender
Child Restraints
Older Children
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Infants and Young Children
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What are the different types of add-on child restraints?
Child Restraint Systems
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How Should I Use a Child Restraint?
Securing an Add-on Child Restraint in the Vehicle
Securing the Child Within Child Restraint
Where to Put the Restraint
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children Latch
Lower Anchors
Top Tether Anchor
Lower Anchor and Top Tether Anchor Locations
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Securing a Child Restraint Designed for the Latch System
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Securing a Child Restraint in a Rear Seat Position
Tethers for Children Latch on
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Securing a Child Restraint in the Right Front Seat Position
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Airbag System
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Where Are the Airbags?
Electrical problem. See Airbag Readiness Light on
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When Should an Airbag Inflate?
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What Makes an Airbag Inflate?
How Does an Airbag Restrain?
What Will You See After an Airbag Inflates?
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Passenger Sensing System
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Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding Equipment to Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Restraint System Check
Checking the Restraint Systems
Replacing Restraint System Parts After a Crash
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Features and Controls
Section Features and Controls
Keys
Remote Keyless Entry System
Remote Keyless Entry System Operation
You will have one of the RKE transmitters below
Battery Replacement
Matching Transmitters to Your Vehicle
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Remote Vehicle Start
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Remote Start Ready
Doors and Locks
Door Locks
Programmable Automatic Door Locks
Power Door Locks
Delayed Locking
Rear Door Security Locks
Lockout Protection
Midgate
Midgate Operation
Rear Glass Removal and Storage
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Reinstalling the Rear Glass
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Lowering the Midgate with the Rear Glass in Place
Lower the Midgate until it is flat
Raising the Midgate
Tailgate Removal
Power Running Boards
Tailgate
Windows
Window Lockout
Power Windows
Express-Down Windows
Theft-Deterrent Systems
Sun Visors
Sun Visors with Slide Rod
Sun Visors with Fixed Rod and Pull-out Extension
Content Theft-Deterrent
Testing the Alarm
PASS-KeyIII+
PASS-KeyIII+ Operation
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Starting and Operating Your Vehicle
New Vehicle Break-In
Ignition Positions
Retained Accessory Power RAP
Key In the Ignition
Starting the Engine
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Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
Engine Coolant Heater
Automatic Transmission Operation
To Use the Engine Coolant Heater
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Driver Shift Control DSC
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Tow/Haul Mode
See Tow/Haul Mode Light on page 242 for more information
Parking Brake
Grade Braking
Off before driving
Shifting Into Park P
Leaving Your Vehicle With the Engine Running
Torque Lock
Shifting Out of Park P
Parking Over Things That Burn
Engine Exhaust
Running the Engine While Parked
Mirrors
Automatic Dimming
Compass Operation
Compass Calibration
Compass Variance
Outside Temperature
Cleaning the Mirror
Temperature and Compass Display
Automatic Dimming Mirror Operation
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Compass Calibration
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors
Curb View Assist
Resetting the Power Foldaway Mirrors
Automatic Dimming
Heated Mirrors
Convex Mirror
OnStar Services
OnStar System
OnStar Virtual Advisor
OnStar Hands-Free Calling
Directions & Connections Plan
OnStar Steering Wheel Controls
Universal Home Remote System
Universal Home Remote System With Three Round LED
Universal Home Remote System With One Triangular LED
Universal Home Remote System Operation With Three Round LED
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Programming Universal Home Remote Fixed Code
Example
Programming Universal Home Remote Rolling Code
Erasing Universal Home Remote Buttons
Using Universal Home Remote
Reprogramming Universal Home Remote Buttons
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Programming Universal Home Remote
Gate Operator and Canadian Programming
Reprogramming a Single Universal Home Remote Button
Storage Areas
Glove Box
Cupholders
Instrument Panel Storage Area
Center Console Storage Area
Luggage Carrier
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Rear Seat Armrest
Cargo Cover Panels
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Cargo Panel Storage System
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Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
Folding and Storage of Straps
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All-Weather Cargo Area
Cargo Tie Downs
Maintenance and Cleaning
Top Drain Grates Removal and Cleaning
Side Rail Channels
Midgate Drain Grate Removal and Cleaning
Top-Box Storage
Cargo Area Floor Drains
Sunroof
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Instrument Panel
Section Instrument Panel
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Instrument Panel Overview
Glove Box. See Glove Box on
Horn
Hazard Warning Flashers
Other Warning Devices
Tilt Wheel
Heated Steering Wheel
Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
Turn Signal On Chime
Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer
Flash-to-Pass
Windshield Wipers
Rainsense II Wipers
Windshield Washer
Heated Windshield Washer
Cruise Control
Setting Cruise Control
Increasing Speed While Using Cruise Control
Reducing Speed While Using Cruise Control
Passing Another Vehicle While Using Cruise Control
Resuming a Set Speed
Using Cruise Control on Hills
Exterior Lamps
Ending Cruise Control
Erasing Speed Memory
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Driving with IntellliBeam
IntellliBeam Intelligent High-Beam Headlamp Control System
Turning On and Enabling IntellliBeam
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Disabling and Resetting IntellliBeam at the Rearview Mirror
Cleaning the IntellliBeam Light Sensor
Headlamps on Reminder
Daytime Running Lamps DRL
Automatic Headlamp System
Instrument Panel Brightness
Fog Lamps
Exterior Cargo Lamps
Battery Run-Down Protection
Dome Lamps
Dome Lamp Override
Entry/Exit Lighting
Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist Urpa
How the System Works
How the System Works when Backing
When the System Does Not Seem to Work Properly
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Accessory Power Outlets
Ashtrays and Cigarette Lighter
Analog Clock
Driver’s Side Temperature Knob
Passenger’s Side Temperature Knob
Climate Controls
Dual Automatic Climate Control System
Automatic Operation
Manual Operation
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Air Conditioning
Defogging and Defrosting
Operation Tips
Outlet Adjustment
Rear Window Defogger
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Instrument Panel Cluster
Tachometer
Speedometer and Odometer
Trip Odometer
Safety Belt Reminder Light
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
Airbag Readiness Light
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
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Charging System Light
Brake System Warning Light
233
Anti-Lock Brake System
StabiliTrak Indicator Light
Engine Coolant Temperature Gage
Check Engine Light
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Tire Pressure Light
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If the Light is Flashing
If the Light Is On Steady
Emissions Inspection Maintenance Programs
Oil Pressure Light
Security Light
Highbeam On Light
Fog Lamp Light Cruise Control Light
Lights On Reminder
Tow/Haul Mode Light
Fuel Gage
Driver Information Center DIC
DIC Operation and Displays
Trip/Fuel Menu Items
DIC Buttons
Odometer
Trip Odometer
Fuel Used
Fuel Range
Average Economy
Timer
Transmission Temperature
Vehicle Information Menu Items
Blank Display
Relearn Tire Positions
Units
Tire Pressure
DIC Warnings and Messages
Relearn Remote Key
Change Engine OIL Soon
Engine HOT A/C Air Conditioning
Turned OFF
Engine Power is Reduced
Manual Shift
Replace Battery in Remote KEY
Service Brakes Soon
Service Tire Monitor System
Tighten GAS CAP
DIC Vehicle Customization
Transmission HOT Idle Engine
Entering the Feature Settings Menu
Feature Settings Menu Items
Auto Door Lock
Remote Door Lock
Remote Door Unlock
Exit Lighting
Auto High Beams
Park Tilt Mirrors
Memory Seat Recall
Remote Start
Exiting the Feature Settings Menu
Audio Systems
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Setting the Time
SET Clock
Playing the Radio
Setting the Date
Radio with CD and DVD
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Finding a Station
Setting Preset Stations
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Setting the Tone Bass/Midrange/Treble
Adjusting the Speakers Balance/Fade
XM Satellite Radio Service
Radio Data System RDS
RDS Messages
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Activating Program Type PTY Stations RDS and XM
Radio Messages for XM Only
Using the Six-Disc CD Changer
Radio Message
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Root Directory
Using an MP3 CD
MP3 Format
Order of Play
Empty Directory or Folder
No Folder
Playing an MP3
File System and Naming
Preprogrammed Playlists
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Using the DVD Player
CD Messages
DVD Messages
Playing a DVD Video
Playing a DVD Audio Disc
Playing a CD in the DVD Drive
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Playing an MP3 Formatted Disc
Using the AUX Display If Equipped
Configurable Radio Display Keys
Configure Display Keys
XM Radio Messages
Radio Display Message Condition Action Required
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Navigation/Radio System
Rear Seat Entertainment System
Before You Drive
Driver Control of the Audio System
Headphones
Battery Replacement
Audio/Video A/V Jacks
How to Change the RSE Video Screen Settings
Audio Output
Remote Control
Video Screen
Remote Control Buttons
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DVD Display Error Messages
Cleaning the RSE Overhead Console
Cleaning the Video Screen
Rear Seat Audio RSA
DVD Distortion
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Theft-Deterrent Feature
Audio Steering Wheel Controls
Radio Reception
FM Stereo
Fixed Mast Antenna
Care of Your CDs and DVDs
Care of the CD and DVD Player
Chime Level Adjustment
XM Satellite Radio Antenna System
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Driving Your Vehicle
Your Driving, the Road, and Your Vehicle
Defensive Driving
Drunken Driving
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Control of a Vehicle
Braking
Anti-Lock Brake System ABS
See Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light on
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Using ABS
Braking in Emergencies
Locking Differential
Road Sensing Suspension
StabiliTrak System
DIC messages, see Driver Information Center DIC on
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Traction Control Operation
Power Steering
All-Wheel Drive AWD System
Steering
Steering Tips
Steering in Emergencies
See StabiliTrak System on
Off-Road Recovery
Passing
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Loss of Control
Skidding
Off-Road Driving
Also, see Braking on
Before You Go Off-Roading
Loading Your Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
Environmental Concerns
Traveling to Remote Areas
Getting Familiar with Off-Road Driving
Scanning the Terrain
See Drunken Driving on
Driving on Off-Road Hills
Approaching a Hill
Driving Uphill
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Driving Downhill
Am I likely to stall when going downhill?
Driving Across an Incline
Stalling on an Incline
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice
Driving in Water
Driving at Night
After Off-Road Driving
Driving in Rain and on Wet Roads
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Hydroplaning
Driving Through Deep Standing Water
Driving Through Flowing Water
Some Other Rainy Weather Tips
City Driving
Freeway Driving
Before Leaving on a Long Trip
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids Have you checked all levels?
Highway Hypnosis
Hill and Mountain Roads
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Winter Driving
Driving on Snow or Ice
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If You Are Caught in a Blizzard
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If Your Vehicle is Stuck in Sand, Mud, Ice, or Snow
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out
Recovery Hooks
Loading Your Vehicle
Tire and Loading Information Label
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
374
Certification/Tire Label
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Add-On Equipment
Towing
Truck-Camper Loading Information
Towing Your Vehicle
Automatic Level Control
Recreational Vehicle Towing
Autoride
Dinghy Towing and Dolly Towing
All-Wheel Drive Vehicles
Towing a Trailer
Tow/Haul Mode
If You Do Decide To Pull a Trailer
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Weight of the Trailer
Gcwr
Weight of the Trailer Tongue
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Total Weight on Your Vehicle’s Tires
Hitches
Trailer Brakes
Safety Chains
Weight-Distributing Hitches and Weight Carrying Hitches
Driving with a Trailer
Following Distance
Passing
Backing Up
Driving On Grades
Turn Signals When Towing a Trailer
Making Turns
Parking on Hills
When You Are Ready to Leave After Parking on a Hill
Maintenance When Trailer Towing
Trailer Wiring Harness
Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Package
Electric Brake Control Wiring Provisions
Trailer Recommendations
Service and Appearance Care
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Section Service and Appearance Care
Service
Accessories and Modifications
California Proposition 65 Warning
Doing Your Own Service Work
Fuel
Adding Equipment to the Outside of Your Vehicle
Gasoline Octane
Gasoline Specifications
California Fuel
Additives
Fuels in Foreign Countries
Filling the Tank
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Checking Things Under the Hood
Filling a Portable Fuel Container
Hood Release
Engine Compartment Overview
Engine Oil
Checking Engine Oil
When to Add Engine Oil
What Kind of Engine Oil to Use
Engine Oil Additives
When to Change Engine Oil
Engine Oil Life System
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
What to Do with Used Oil
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
When to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Vehicles Without an Air Filter Restriction Indicator
How to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
Vehicles With an Air Filter Restriction Indicator
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Automatic Transmission Fluid
When to Check and Change Automatic Transmission Fluid
How to Check Automatic Transmission Fluid
Cold Check Procedure
Hot Check Procedure
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Engine Coolant
Consistency of Readings
What to Use
Checking Coolant
Adding Coolant
Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
Engine Overheating
If Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
If No Steam Is Coming From Your Engine
Tow a trailer. See Towing a Trailer on
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
Cooling System
427
How to Add Coolant to the Coolant Surge Tank
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Engine Fan Noise
Power Steering Fluid
When to Check Power Steering Fluid
Adding Washer Fluid
How to Check Power Steering Fluid
Windshield Washer Fluid
Brakes
Brake Fluid
Checking Brake Fluid
What to Add
Brake Pedal Travel
Brake Adjustment
Brake Wear
Vehicle Storage
Battery
Replacing Brake System Parts
Jump Starting
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Jumper Cable Removal
Transfer Case
When to Check Lubricant
All-Wheel Drive
When to Check Lubricant
How to Check Lubricant
Rear Axle
What to Use
How to Check Lubricant
When to Check and Change Lubricant
Front Axle
Headlamp Aiming
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Bulb Replacement
High Intensity Discharge HID Lighting
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Replacement Bulbs
License Plate Lamp
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
Tires
Tire Sidewall Labeling
Inch Tires
Tire Size
Tire Terminology and Definitions
Light Truck LT-Metric Tire a tire used on
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Inflation Tire Pressure
When to Check
How to Check
High-Speed Operation
Tire Pressure Monitor System
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Resetting the Tpms Identification Codes
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Tire Inspection and Rotation
468
When It Is Time for New Tires
Buying New Tires
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Different Size Tires and Wheels
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature a
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Treadwear
Traction AA, A, B, C
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
Wheel Replacement
Temperature A, B, C
Used Replacement Wheels
Tire Chains
If a Tire Goes Flat
Changing a Flat Tire
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools
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Top-Box Storage Unit Passenger’s Side
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Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the Spare Tire
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Front Position Rear Position
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Rear Position
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Secondary Latch System
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Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools
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Spare Tire
Cleaning the Inside of Your Vehicle
Appearance Care
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Fabric/Carpet
Leather
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other Plastic Surfaces
Speaker Covers
Care of Safety Belts
Wood Panels
Weatherstrips
Washing Your Vehicle
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses
Finish Care
Windshield and Wiper Blades
Protecting Exterior Bright Metal Parts
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels
Use chrome polish on chrome wheels only
Finish Damage
Tires
Sheet Metal Damage
Underbody Maintenance
Chemical Paint Spotting
Vehicle Care/Appearance Materials
Description Usage
Service Parts Identification Label
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle Identification Number VIN
Engine Identification
Power Windows and Other Power Options
Electrical System
Add-On Electrical Equipment
Windshield Wiper Fuses
Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Fuses Usage
511
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block
Top View
Underhood Fuse Block
Circuit Breaker Usage
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516
517
Capacities and Specifications
Engine Specifications
Section Maintenance Schedule
Introduction
Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Requirements Your Vehicle and the Environment
Using the Maintenance Schedule
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Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance
Service Maintenance
Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services
Additional Required Services cont’d
Maintenance Footnotes
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Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Fill
Engine Oil Level Check
Engine Coolant Level Check
Starter Switch Check
At Least Once a Month
At Least Once a Year
Tire Inflation Check
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock Control System Check
Ignition Transmission Lock Check
Hood Support Gas Strut Service
Underbody Flushing Service
Recommended Fluids Lubricants
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
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Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts
Engine Drive Belt Routing
Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record
Maintenance Record cont’d
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Section Customer Assistance Information
Customer Satisfaction Procedure
Customer Assistance and Information
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My GM Canada Canada only
Online Owner Center
Online Owner Center United States only
Customer Assistance for Text Telephone TTY Users
Customer Assistance Offices
United States Customer Assistance
Canada Customer Assistance
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program
Overseas Customer Assistance
Roadside Service
Who Is Covered?
Cadillac Owner Privileges
50,000 miles 80 000 km
Additional Services for Canadian Customers
Roadside Service Availability
Courtesy Transportation
Scheduling Service Appointments
Towing and Road Service Exclusions
Public Transportation or Fuel Reimbursement
Shuttle Service
Transportation Options
Additional Program Information
Courtesy Rental Vehicle
Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders
Collision Damage Repair
Collision Parts
Repair Facility
Insuring Your Vehicle
If an Accident Occurs
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Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair Process
Reporting Safety Defects
Reporting Safety Defects to the United States Government
Reporting Safety Defects to the Canadian Government
Reporting Safety Defects to General Motors
Transmission, Transaxle, Transfer Case Unit Repair Manual
Service Publications Ordering Information
Service Bulletins
Order Toll Free Monday-Friday 800 AM 600 PM Eastern Time
Owner Information
Current and Past Model Order Forms
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Calibration 143 145
Climate Control System
DVD
Fuses Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block 512
Hazard Warning Flashers
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Power Retained Accessory RAP 125 Running Boards 114
Power Seats
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Safety and Symbols