Cadillac Escalade EXT 2005 Get To Know Manual

2005

CUSTOMER CONVENIENCE/PERSONALIZATION GUIDE

ESCALADE EXT

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DRIVER INFORMATION

• Instrument Panel

• Instrument Panel Cluster

SEATS AND MIRRORS

• Heated Front Seats

• Power Lumbar/Bolster Front Seats

• Second Row Seat Features

• Passenger Automatic Locking Restraint (ALR)

• Adjustable Pedals

• Power Folding Mirrors

• Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror with OnStar®, Compass and Temperature Display

AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROLS

• Dual-Zone Climate Control System

• Sunroof

ENTERTAINMENT/CONVENIENCE FEATURES

• AM/FM Stereo with CD and Cassette Player

• Navigation Radio System

• Six-Disc CD Changer

• Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE) System

• HomeLink®Transmitter

• Steering Wheel Controls (OnStar®/Radio)

• Cruise Control

• Automatic Headlamp Controls

DRIVE AND SECURITY SYSTEMS

• StabiliTrak®System

• Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist (URPA)

• Tire Pressure Monitor

• Content Theft-Deterrent System

VEHICLE PERSONALIZATION

• Memory Positions for Driver’s Seat, Outside Rearview Mirrors and Power Adjustable Pedals

• Memory Settings for Your Vehicle (Driver Information Center)

• Odometer/Trip Settings

UTILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM

• Midgate™ Components

• Cargo Area Midgate Panel

• Midgate Operation

• Cargo Cover System

OWNER PRIVILEGES

Driver Information

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

1. Air Outlets

2. Exterior Lamps Control

3. Turn Signal/Multifunction Lever, Front Wipers, Cruise Control

4. OnStar Wheel Buttons

5. Instrument Panel Cluster

6. Shift Lever/Tow/Haul Selector Button

7. Audio System

8. Dome Override Button

Refer to Owner Manual for further information.

and Radio Steering

Driver

Information

Seats and

Mirrors

Automatic

9. Light Dimming Switch

10. Rear Cargo Light

11. Fog Lamps Button (below rear cargo light)

12. Tilt Lever

13. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons; Trip and Fuel Information

14. Parking Brake Release

Climate

Controls

Entertainment

Convenience

Features

Drive and

Security Systems

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15. Driver Information Center (DIC) Buttons; Personalization

16. Automatic Climate Control System

17. Compact Disc Changer

18. Storage Area

19. Clock

20. Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist Disable Button

21. StabiliTrak

Disable Button

22. Glove Box

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INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER

1. Security Light

2. Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL)/Service Engine Soon Light

3. Turn Signal Indicators

4. Tire Pressure Monitor Light

5. Tow/Haul Mode Light

6. Traction Control Off Light

7. Charging System Light

8. Air Bag Readiness and Warning Light

9. Cruise Control Light

10. Safety Belt Reminder Light

11. Headlamp High Beam Indicator Light

12. Transmission Temperature Gauge

13. Antilock Brake System Warning Light

14. Brake System Warning Light

15. Tachometer

16. Speedometer/Gear Selector Indicator

17. Driver Information Center (DIC) Display/Odometer

18. Oil Pressure Gauge

19. Fuel Gauge

20. Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge

21. Voltmeter

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Important: The instrument panel

cluster is designed to let you know about many important aspects of your vehicle’s operation. The message center can provide critical information

to prevent damage to your vehicle. It is important to read your Owner Manual and become familiar with the information that is being relayed to you by the lights, gauges and

indicators, particularly the message center, and what action can be taken to ensure your safety and to prevent damage.

Seats and Mirrors

HEATED FRONT SEATS

available. The controls are located on the driver and front passenger door panels.

Select a heat setting for both the seatback and seat cushion

• Press and release the horizontal button (“1” above) until the indicator light shows the desired setting.

Select a heat setting for the seatback only

• Press and release the vertical button (“2” above) until the indicator light shows the desired setting.

Refer to Owner Manual for further information.

Driver

Information

This feature allows you to heat the front seatbacks and seat cushions simultaneously or just the seatbacks. Three heat settings are

Seats and

Mirrors

POWER LUMBAR/BOLSTER FRONT SEATS

Adjust lumbar support

• Press the front or rear of the control located on the side of the seat cushion near the door (“1” right). Release at the preferred setting.

Adjust side bolster support

• Press the top or bottom of the lumbar control (“2” above). Release at the preferred setting.

SECOND ROW SEAT FEATURES

Fold either side of the second-row bench seat

Both sides of the second row seat can be folded down for extra cargo capacity or access to the Midgate™.

To fold, follow these steps:

• Pull up on the strap (“1” right) at the rear of the seat cushion and pull the cushion forward into an upright position.

• Pull the seatback forward so that it folds down into a flat position.

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Entertainment

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• Move front seat forward if second row seats don’t fold flat.

Return seat to occupant position

• Lift and move the seatback into the upright position.

• Return the cushion to the seating position until it latches.

PASSENGER AUTOMATIC LOCKING RESTRAINT (ALR)

The safety belt is designed to lock during an accident, but it will also lock if it is pulled out all the way during initial buckling, and you may be unaware that this has happened. If the safety belt does lock, unbuckle it and allow it to retract fully; then pull it out and re-buckle the belt.

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ADJUSTABLE PEDALS

The buttons used to adjust the pedals are located on the driver’s side door panel.

• Press the button closest to you to move the pedals closer to your body.

• Press the button farthest from you to move the pedals away from your body.

The vehicle must be in Park (P) for this feature to operate.

POWER FOLDING MIRRORS

Fold mirrors

• Move this selector

switch (“1” right) located above the mirror control to the center position.

• Press the right side

of the four-way control pad (“2” right) to fold the mirrors in.

• Press the left side of the four-way

control pad (“3” above) to fold the mirrors out.

If the mirrors have been folded manually, they must be moved through the power folding cycle three times to reset them in their tracks.

AUTOMATIC DIMMING REARVIEW MIRROR WITH ONSTAR®, COMPASS AND TEMPERATURE DISPLAY

When on, the automatic interior dimming rearview mirror automatically dims to the proper level to minimize glare from lights behind you when it’s dark outside.

Turn the self-dimming function on or off

• Press and hold this button (“1” right) for approximately eight seconds.

Use the OnStar®Communications system

The OnStar system provides in-vehicle safety, security, and communications services, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. These services are easily accessed through the three OnStar

buttons in your vehicle.

• Press the white dot button or Phone button (depending on equipment)

(“2” below) to access OnStar Personal Calling, a hands-free, voice-activated communications service.*

• Press the blue OnStar button (“3” below) to connect to an OnStar Advisor for services such as GM Goodwrench Remote Diagnostics or routing and location assistance.**

• Press the red Emergency button (“4” below) to connect to an OnStar Advisor who can contact a nearby emergency services provider to dispatch ambulance, police, fire, or other emergency services to your location.

For more information about OnStar features, refer to the OnStar Owner’s Manual and Audio Tour CD, located in your glove box.

*Available in most markets **Routing and location assistance may require

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