Cadillac Escalade: Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode
If an overheated engine condition exists and the ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED message is displayed, an overheat protection mode which alternates firing groups of cylinders helps prevent engine damage. In this mode, a loss in power and engine performance will be noticed. This operating mode allows the vehicle to be driven to a safe place in an emergency. Driving extended distances and/or towing a trailer in the overheat protection mode should be avoided.
Notice: After driving in the overheated engine protection operating mode, to avoid engine damage, allow the engine to cool before attempting any repair. The engine oil will be severely degraded. Repair the cause of coolant loss, change the oil and reset the oil life system. See Engine Oil .
If No Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
The ENGINE OVERHEATED STOP ENGINE or the ENGINE OVERHEATED IDLE ENGINE message,
along with a low coolant condition, can indicate a serious problem.
If there is an engine overheat warning, but see or ...
Engine Fan
The vehicle has electric cooling fans. The fans spinning at low speed during
most everyday driving might be heard. The fans can turn off if no cooling is required.
Under heavy vehicle loading, trail ...
See also:
Vehicles with a "Minispare" emergencyspare wheel
► Lift the trunk floor up.
1 Alignment bolt
2 Towing eye
3 Lug wrench
4 Ratchet wrench
5 Velcro fastener
6 Jack
7 Wheel bolts
8 Folding wheel chock
9 Fuse allocation chart
10 Stowage ...
Warning displays
The warning displays show the distance
between the sensors and the obstacle. The
warning display for the front area is located
on the dashboard above the center air vents.
The warning display fo ...
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) OFF switch
The vehicle should be driven with the
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system on
for most driving conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow, the
VDC system reduces the engine output to ...
