Cadillac Escalade: Transmission
Driver Shift Control (DSC)

The DSC switch is located on the shift lever.
To enable the DSC feature:
1. Move the column shift lever to the M(Manual) position. The Driver Information Center (DIC) display will show the message MANUAL SHIFT on the first line and the current gear will be displayed on the second line. This is the highest attainable range with all lower gears accessible. As an example, when 5 (Fifth) gear is selected, 1 (First) through 5 (Fifth) gears are available.
2. Press the plus/minus buttons, located on the steering column shift lever, to select the desired range of gears for current driving conditions. See Manual Mode .
While using DSC, cruise control and the tow/haul mode can be used.
Grade Braking is not available when DSC is active. See Tow/Haul Mode .
Climate Controls
The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this
system.
Climate Control with Cooled and Heated Seats shown
A. Driver and Passenger Temperature Controls
B. AUTO ( ...
Vehicle Features
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See also:
System settings
• Button feedback: Soft key confirmation tone on or off.
• Clock adjust: Select 12 and 24 hour clock. Use the arrow soft keys to
alter the time. Select Date to change the date, or to alter ...
Voicetags
Voicetags enable the user to personalize the Voice system so that a single name
can be used to call-up a navigation destination, telephone number or radio channel.
To add a Voicetag:
1. Briefly pr ...
Wheels and Tires
Tires
Every new GM vehicle has high-quality tires made by a leading tire manufacturer.
See the warranty manual for information regarding the tire warranty and where
to get service. For additional ...






