Cadillac Escalade: Transmission Messages
MANUAL SHIFT
This message displays when the automatic transmission is in manual mode. See Manual Mode for more information.
TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE
Notice: Do not drive the vehicle while the transmission fluid is overheating and the transmission temperature warning is displayed on the instrument panel cluster and/or DIC, or the transmission can be damaged. This could lead to costly repairs that would not be covered by the warranty.
This message displays along with four chimes if the transmission fluid in the vehicle gets hot. Driving with the transmission fluid temperature high can cause damage to the vehicle. Stop the vehicle and let it idle to allow the transmission to cool. This message clears and the chime stops when the fluid temperature reaches a safe level.
Tire Messages
SERVICE TIRE MONITOR SYSTEM
On vehicles with the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), this message displays
if a part on the TPMS is not working properly. The tire pressure light also flashes
and t ...
Vehicle Reminder Messages
ICE POSSIBLE DRIVE WITH CARE
This message displays when ice conditions are possible. ...
See also:
Two-Wheel-Drive Vehicles
Dinghy Towing
Notice: If a two-wheel-drive vehicle is towed with all four wheels on the ground,
the transmission could be damaged. The repairs would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty. Do not ...
Towing eyes
WARNING
The towing points at the front and rear of the vehicle are designed for on-road
recovery only. If they are used for any other purpose, it may result in vehicle
damage and serious inj ...
Using this Manual
To quickly locate information about the vehicle, use the Index in the back of
the manual. It is an alphabetical list of what is in the manual and the page number
where it can be found. ...






