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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Trailer stability assist (TSA)
Note: This feature may not operate with all trailer designs.
NOTICE
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) will not operate in the event of the trailer jack-knifing.
NOTICE
The ability of the sy ...
Safety guidelines for seat belts,Emergency Tensioning Devices (ETDs)and air bags
WARNING
• Damaged seat belts or seat belts
that have
been subjected to stress in an accident
must be replaced. Their anchoring points
must also be checked. Only use seat belts inst ...
Customer Assistance Offices (U.S. and Canada)
Buick encourages customers to call the toll-free number for assistance.
However, if a customer wishes to write or e-mail Buick, the letter should be
addressed to:
United States
Buick Customer Ass ...
