Cadillac Escalade: Global Positioning System (GPS)
The navigation system determines the position of the vehicle by using satellite signals, various vehicle signals, and map data.
At times, other interferences such as the satellite condition, road configuration, the condition of the vehicle and/or other circumstances can interfere with the navigation system's ability to determine the accurate position of the vehicle.
The GPS shows the current position of the vehicle using signals sent by the GPS Satellites of the United States Department of Defense. When the vehicle is not receiving signals from the satellites, a symbol appears on the map screen. Refer to Global Positioning System (GPS) .
This system may not be available or interferences may occur if any of the following are true:
- Signals are obstructed by tall buildings, trees, large trucks, or a tunnel.
- Objects are located on the front dash of the vehicle.
- Satellites are being repaired or improved.
- After-market glass tinting has been applied to the vehicle's windshield.
Notice: Do not apply after-market glass tinting to the vehicle's windows. Glass tinting interferes with the system's ability to receive GPS signals and causes the system to malfunction. The window might have to be replaced to correct the problem. This would not be covered by the warranty.
For more information if the GPS is not functioning properly, see Vehicle Positioning and Problems with Route Guidance .
Setting the Clock
The navigation system time and the analog clock operate independently. Changing
the time through the navigation system does not change the time on the analog clock.
See Clock to change t ...
Vehicle Positioning
At times, the position of the vehicle on the map may be inaccurate due to one
or more of the following reasons:
Road system has changed.
Vehicle is driving on slippery road surfaces such as in ...
See also:
Tire Rotation and Required Services Every 12 000 km/ 7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and perform the following services.
See Tire Rotation .
Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. If needed, change engine
oil and ...
Towing a trailer
WARNING
Overloading or improper loading of a trailer
and its cargo can adversely affect vehicle
handling, braking and performance and may
lead to accidents.
CAUTION
► Do not tow a ...
How the occupant classificationsystem works
The OCS is standard equipment in the USA.
The OCS categorizes the occupant on the
front-passenger seat by means of a weight
sensor. The front-passenger front air bag is
deactivated automatically ...