Introduction
The names, logos, emblems, slogans, vehicle model names, and vehicle body designs appearing in this manual including, but not limited to, GM, the GM logo, CADILLAC, the CADILLAC Emblem, and ESCALADE are trademarks and/or service marks of General Motors LLC, its subsidiaries, affiliates, or licensors. For vehicles first sold in Canada, substitute the name “General Motors of Canada Company” for Cadillac Motor Car Division wherever it appears in this manual. This manual describes features that may or may not be on the vehicle because of optional equipment that was not purchased on the vehicle, model variants, country specifications, features/applications that may not be available in your region, or changes subsequent to the printing of this owner’s manual, including changes in standard or optional content.
If the vehicle has the Duramax diesel engine, see the Duramax diesel supplement for additional and specific information on this engine. Refer to the purchase documentation relating to your specific vehicle to confirm the features. Keep this manual in the vehicle for quick reference.
Canadian Vehicle Owners
A French language manual can be obtained from your dealer, at www.helminc.com, or from:
Propriétaires Canadiens
On peut obtenir un exemplaire de ce guide en français auprès du concessionnaire ou à l'adresse suivante: Helm, Incorporated Attention: Customer Service 47911 Halyard Drive Plymouth, MI 48170 USA
Using this Manual
To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number where it can be found.
Danger, Warning, and Caution
Warning messages found on vehicle labels and in this manual describe hazards and what to do to avoid or reduce them.
Danger
Danger indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which will result in serious injury or death.
Warning
Warning indicates a hazard that could result in injury or death.
Caution
Caution indicates a hazard that could result in property or vehicle damage.
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A circle with a slash through it is a safety symbol which means “Do not,” “Do not do this,” or “Do not let this happen.”
Symbols
The vehicle has components and labels that use symbols instead of text. Symbols are shown along with the text describing the operation or information relating to a specific component, control, message, gauge, or indicator. M : Shown when the owner’s manual has additional instructions or information. * : Shown when the service manual has additional instructions or information. 0 : Shown when there is more information on another page — “see page.”
Vehicle Symbol Chart
Here are some additional symbols that may be found on the vehicle and what they mean. See the features in this manual for information.
u : Air Conditioning System
G : Air Conditioning Refrigerant Oil
9 : Airbag Readiness Light
! : Antilock Brake System (ABS)
$ : Brake System Warning Light
9 : Dispose of Used Components Properly
P : Do Not Apply High Pressure Water
B : Engine Coolant Temperature
_ : Flame/Fire Prohibited
H : Flammable
[ : Forward Collision Alert
R : Fuse Block Cover Lock Location
+ : Fuses
j : ISOFIX/LATCH System Child Restraints
Q : Keep Fuse Block Covers Properly Installed
| : Lane Change Alert
@ : Lane Departure Warning
A : Lane Keep Assist
* : Malfunction Indicator Lamp
: : Oil Pressure
X : Park Assist
~ : Pedestrian Ahead Indicator
O : Power
7 : Rear Cross Traffic Alert
I : Registered Technician
/ : Remote Vehicle Start
h : Risk of Electrical Fire
> : Seat Belt Reminders
I : Side Blind Zone Alert
h : Stop/Start
7 : Tire Pressure Monitor
d : Traction Control/StabiliTrak/Electronic Stability Control (ESC) a : Under Pressure k : Vehicle Ahead Indicator
Instrument Panel Overview
1. Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 124.
2. Air Vents 0 202.
3. Turn Signal Lever. See Turn and Lane-Change Signals 0 140. Exterior Lamp Controls 0 134.
4. Tap Shift Controls (If Equipped). See Manual Mode 0 229 or Manual Mode (V-Series) 0 230.
5. Instrument Cluster 0 107.
6. Driver Monitoring Camera. See Super Cruise 0 258 (If Equipped).
7. Windshield Wiper/Washer 0 98. Rear Window Wiper/Washer 0 100.
8. Infotainment. See Overview 0 145.
9. Light Sensor. See Automatic Headlamp System 0 137.
10. Dual Automatic Climate Control System 0 197. Heated and Ventilated Front Seats 0 47 (If Equipped).
11. USB Ports. See USB Port 0 154.
12. Storage Compartment.
13. Infotainment Controls. See Overview0 145.
14. Hazard Warning Flashers 0 139.
15. Wireless Charging 0 104.
16. Shift Lever. See Automatic Transmission 0 225.
17. Automatic Vehicle Hold (AVH) 0 237 (Out of View). Auto Stop Disable Switch (If Equipped). See Stop/Start System 0 222 (Out of View). V-Mode (If Equipped) (Out of View). Lane Keep Assist (LKA) 0 298 (If Equipped) (Out of View).
18. ENGINE START/STOP Button. See Ignition Positions 0 219.
19. Steering Wheel Controls 0 146.
20. Horn 0 98.
21. Steering Column Adjustment. See Steering Wheel Adjustment 0 98.
22. Hood Release. See Hood 0 337.
23. Cruise Control 0 246 (If Equipped). Adaptive Cruise Control (Advanced) 0 248 (If Equipped). Super Cruise 0 258 (If Equipped). Forward Collision Alert (FCA) System 0 287 (If Equipped). Heated Steering Wheel 0 98 (If Equipped).
24. Instrument Panel Illumination Control 0 140.
25. Data Link Connector (DLC) (Out of View). See Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light) 0 114.
26. Trailer Brake Control. See Towing Equipment 0 313 (If Equipped).
27. Electric Parking Brake 0 236.
28. Four-Wheel Drive 0 231 (If Equipped). Four Corner Air Suspension System 0 243 (If Equipped). Driver Mode Control 0 240