2014 Cadillac Escalade Owner’s Manual

The 2014 Cadillac Escalade came out of nowhere as the most luxurious, powerful, and impressive car ever made. The exterior of this full-size luxury SUV was bold and powerful, with a large front grille, striking LED headlights, and muscular lines. Step inside, and the Escalade greeted passengers with a lavish and roomy cabin, adorned with premium materials, exquisite craftsmanship, and state-of-the-art technology. The Escalade was flexible and comfy for up to eight people. It had features like heated and cooled seats, a Bose surround-sound audio system, a touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, and available rear-seat entertainment. Under the hood was a powerful 6.2-liter V8 engine with 403 horsepower that made it easy to accelerate and pull heavy loads. The Escalade had advanced safety features like a rearview camera, blind-spot monitoring, and stability control. Safety was a top concern. The 2014 Cadillac Escalade was the best of both luxury and power. It showed how much Cadillac cared about style, performance, and glory.

Roof

Sunroof

• A. Open or Close
• B. Vent

On vehicles with a sunroof, the sunroof only operates when the ignition is in ACC/ACCESSORY or ON/RUN, or when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is active.

1. Vent: From the closed position, Press the rear of switch (B) to vent the sunroof.
2. Open/Close: To open the sunroof, press and hold switch (A) until the sunroof reaches the desired position. Press and hold the front of switch (A) to close it.
3. Express-Open/Express-Close: To express-open the sunroof, fully press and release the rear of switch (A) until the sunroof reaches the desired position. To express-close the sunroof, fully press and release the front of switch (A). Press the switch again to stop it. When the sunroof is opened, an air deflector will automatically raise. The air deflector will retract when the sunroof is closed. The sunroof also has a sunshade that can be pulled forward to block sun rays. The sunshade must be opened and closed manually.  If an object is in the path of the sunroof while it is closing, the anti-pinch feature will detect the object and stop the sunroof. Dirt and debris may collect on the sunroof seal or on the track. This could cause an issue with sunroof operation or noise. It could also plug the water drainage system. Periodically open the sunroof and remove any obstacles or loose debris. Wipe the sunroof seal and roof sealing area using a clean cloth, mild soap, and water. Do not remove grease from the sunroof.

Storage Compartments

Glove Box
Pull the bottom of the glove box handle upward to open it. Use the key to lock and unlock the glove box.

Cupholders
Cupholders are in the center console for the front passengers. Press down on the access door release to open and use the front cupholders. Push the door back down to close it. Push down and then back on the front cupholder to remove it for cleaning.

Heated and Cooled Cupholders
For vehicles with heated and cooled cupholders, are located in the front center console. Press down on the access door release button to open the cupholder door. To set it to cool mode, press and release the button; it shows blue. Press and release again to turn it off. To set it to heat mode, press and release the button; the h shows red. Press and release again to turn it off. Insulated containers will not work properly. Use only non-insulated containers.
Notice: When the cupholder is turned on, the inside receptacles are hot or cold. Temperature variations in the cupholders may cause condensation. To avoid damage, do not store electronic devices or other items here.

Rear Passenger Cupholders
Pull down on the lid to access the cupholders in the rear floor console. Vehicles with the rear seat armrest may also contain cupholders. Pull down the armrest to use the cupholders.

Armrest Storage
For vehicles with an armrest/storage compartment located by the second-row seat, pull the loop at the top of the armrest out to lower the armrest. Push the button on the front of the armrest and pull the top up to open the compartment.

Rear Storage
Vehicles with a rear storage area, it is located in the rear cargo area of the vehicle on the driver’s side. Turn the knobs and pull the storage door to access. The door can be removed.

Center Console Storage
A console compartment is located between the bucket seats. The console has both an upper and lower storage bin accessed by lifting up on the latches located at the front of the console lid. The console may have an accessory power outlet inside. The rear of the console also has a cupholder that swings down for the rear seat passengers to use.

Roof Rack System

Warning
If something is carried on top of the vehicle that is longer or wider than the roof rack—like paneling, plywood, or a mattress—the wind can catch it while the vehicle is being driven. The item being carried could be violently torn off, and this could cause a collision and damage the vehicle. Never carry something longer or wider than the roof rack on top of the vehicle unless using a GM-certified accessory carrier.

For vehicles with a roof rack, the rack can be used to load items. For roof racks that do not have cross-rails included, GM Certified cross rails can be purchased as an accessory. See your dealer for additional information. Vehicles with cross rails can be moved back and forth to help secure cargo. To adjust them, turn the knob located at each end of the Crossrail counterclockwise until the Crossrail can move freely. To secure the Crossrail, turn the knob located at each end of the Crossrail clockwise until tightened. Tie the load to the side rails or side rail supports.
Notice: Loading cargo on the roof rack that weighs more than 91 kg (200 lb) or hangs over the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage the vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests evenly between the cross-rails, making sure to fasten cargo securely.

To prevent damage or loss of cargo when driving, check to make sure Crossrail and cargo are securely fastened. Loading cargo on the roof of the rack will make the vehicle’s center of gravity higher. Avoid high speeds, sudden starts, sharp turns, sudden braking, or abrupt maneuvers,  otherwise, it may result in loss of control. If driving for a long distance, on rough roads, or at high speeds, occasionally stop the vehicle to make sure the cargo remains in its place. Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when loading the vehicle. For more information on vehicle capacity and loading. To prevent damage or loss of cargo, check now and then to make sure the luggage and cargo are still securely fastened. Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.

• If small heavy objects are placed on the roof, place the load in the area over the rear wheels (behind the rear side door on extended models). If needed, cut a piece of 3/8 inch plywood to fit inside the cross rails and side rails to spread the load. If plywood is used, tie it to the side rail supports.
• Tie the load to the cross-rails or the side rail supports. Use the cross-rails only to keep the load from sliding. To move the cross-rails, pull out the latch release handle at each end. Slide the cross-rail to the desired position balancing the force side to side. Push the release handle back into the latched position and slide the Crossrail back and forth slightly to be sure the latch snaps securely into place.
• If needed to carry long items, move the cross-rails as far apart as they will go. Tie the load to the cross rails and the side rails or side rail supports. Also, tie the load to the bumpers. Do not tie the load so tightly that the cross rails or side rails are damaged.
• After moving a crossrail, be sure it is securely locked into the side rail.

FAQ’s