Cadillac Escalade: Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System - Keys and Locks - Keys, Doors, and Windows - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System

See Radio Frequency Statement   for information regarding Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) rules and Industry Canada Standards RSS-GEN/210/220/310. If there is a decrease in the RKE operating range:

  • Check the distance. The transmitter may be too far from the vehicle.
  • Check the location. Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
  • Check the transmitter's battery. See “Battery Replacement” later in this section.
  • If the transmitter is still not working correctly, see your dealer or a qualified technician for service.
    Keys
    WARNING Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous for many reasons. Children or others could be badly injured or even killed. They could operate the power windows or othe ...

    Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
    The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmitter functions work up to 60m(195 ft) away from the vehicle. There are other conditions which can affect the performance of the transmitter. See Remote Keyless ...

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    Playing a CD (In Either the DVD or CD Slot)
    Insert a CD partway into the slot, label side up. The player pulls it in and the CD should begin playing. (Loading a disc into the system, depending on media type and format, ranges from five to 2 ...

    Testing the Alarm
    To test the alarm: 1. From inside the vehicle, lower the driver window and open the driver door. 2. Activate the system by locking the doors with the power door lock switch while the door is open, ...

    Charging the vehicle battery
    WARNING Ensure that the correct type and rating of charger used. Using an unsuitable charger may damage the battery, and could cause the battery to explode. Always charge the battery in a wel ...