Cadillac Escalade: Radio Reception
Frequency interference and static can occur during normal radio reception if items such as cell phone chargers, vehicle convenience accessories, and external electronic devices are plugged into the accessory power outlet. If there is interference or static, unplug the item from the accessory power outlet.
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range can cause station frequencies to interfere with each other. For better radio reception, most AM radio stations boost the power levels during the day, and then reduce these levels during the night. Static can also occur when things like storms and power lines interfere with radio reception. When this happens, try reducing the treble on the radio.
FM Stereo
FM signals only reach about 16 to 65 km (10 to 40 mi). Although the radio has a built-in electronic circuit that automatically works to reduce interference, some static can occur, especially around tall buildings or hills, causing the sound to fade in and out.
XM™ Satellite Radio Service
XM Satellite Radio Service gives digital radio reception from coast to coast in the 48 contiguous United States, and in Canada. Just as with FM, tall buildings or hills can interfere with satellite radio signals, causing the sound to fade in and out. In addition, traveling or standing under heavy foliage, bridges, garages, or tunnels may cause loss of the XM signal for a period of time.
Cellular Phone Usage
Cellular phone usage may cause interference with the vehicle's radio. This interference may occur when making or receiving phone calls, charging the phone's battery, or simply having the phone on. This interference causes an increased level of static while listening to the radio. If static is received while listening to the radio, unplug the cellular phone and turn it off.
Satellite Radio
XM™ is a satellite radio service that is based in the 48 contiguous United States
and 10 Canadian provinces. XM Satellite Radio has a wide variety of programming
and commercial-free music, coast-t ...
Rear Side Window Antenna
The AM-FM antenna is located in the passenger rear side windows. Make sure the
inside surfaces of the rear side windows are not scratched and that the lines on
the glass are not damaged. If the insi ...
See also:
Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips
WARNING
The driver can lose control when pulling a trailer if the correct equipment is
not used or the vehicle is not driven properly.
For example, if the trailer is too heavy, the brakes may not ...
Checking engine coolant level
Check the coolant level in the reservoir
when the engine is cold. If the coolant
level is below MIN 2 , open the reservoir
tank cap and add coolant up to the MAX1
level. If the reservoir tan ...
Setting the air distribution
Air distribution settings
Automatic climate control: the air distribution
can be set individually for the driver's and
front-passenger sides.
Front control unit:
Directs the airflow through the
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