Warning Lights: Cadillac Escalade 2020 Instrument Cluster Guide
The 2020 Cadillac Escalade has a high-tech instrument display with a lot of different dashboard icons that show important information. These symbols are intuitive clues that tell drivers important things about the state and performance of the vehicle. Each symbol is meant to quickly convey information, from engine trouble lights to alerts for safety features like stability control or lane departure warning. This detailed panel guide makes it easier to understand the complicated systems in modern cars. This way, drivers can stay informed and focused on the road ahead while enjoying the luxury of the Cadillac Escalade.
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Instrument Cluster
English Balanced Cluster Shown, Metric Similar
Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster
The cluster display layout can be changed.
The Balanced configuration has three interactive display zones: one in the center of each of the gauges.
The Enhanced configuration has three interactive display zones. Use the five-way control on the right side of the steering wheel to move between the different display zones and scroll through the different displays.
To change the cluster configuration:
- Find the Options page in one of the interactive display zones on the cluster.
- Press SEL to enter the Options menu.
- Scroll down to highlight Display Layout. Then press SEL to select it.
- Each layout in the menu is represented by a small preview image of the display layout. Scroll up or down and highlight the selection. Press SEL to select the desired cluster configuration.
- Exit the Display Layout menu by pressing S.
Cluster Application Displays
The cluster can display information regarding Navigation, Audio, and Phone.
Navigation
If there is no active route, a compass will be displayed. If there is an active route, press SEL to end route guidance or turn the voice prompts on or off.
Audio
While the Audio application page is displayed, press SEL to enter the Audio menu. In the Audio menu, search for music, select from favourites, or change the audio source.
Phone
While the Phone application page is displayed, press SEL to enter the Phone menu. In the Phone menu, if there is no active phone call, view recent calls, select from favourites, or scroll through contacts. If there is an active call, mute the phone or switch to handset operation.
Cluster Options Menu
To enter the cluster Options menu:
- Use the five-way control on the right side of the steering wheel to find the Options page in one of the interactive display zones on the cluster.
- Press SEL on the center of the five-way control to enter the Options menu.
Units: Press SEL while Units is highlighted to enter the Unit menu. Choose US or metric units by pressing SEL while the desired item is highlighted. A checkmark will be displayed next to the selected item.
Info Pages: Press SEL while Info Pages are highlighted to select the items to be displayed in the DIC info displays. See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 130.
Fav Button Options: Press SEL while Fav Button Options is highlighted to select between FAV Primary and SEEK Primary. This selection allows for the configuration of the C and B steering wheel controls. When FAV Primary is selected, pressing C and B will go to the next or previous favourite, and pressing and holding C and B will seek. When SEEK Primary is selected, pressing C and B will seek, and pressing and holding C and B will go to the next or previous favourite.
Display Layout: Press SEL while Display Layout is highlighted to change the configuration of the cluster. See “Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster” earlier in this section.
Head-up Display (HUD) Rotation :
This feature allows for adjusting the angle of the HUD image. The vehicle must be in P (Park). Press SEL on the steering wheel controls while the Head-up Display Rotation is highlighted to enter Adjust Mode. Press y or z to adjust the angle of the HUD display. Press S or T to highlight OK, then press SEL to save the setting. Cancel can also be selected to cancel the setting.
Open Source Software: Press SEL while Open Source Software is highlighted to display open source software information.
Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle’s speed in either kilometres per hour (km/h) or miles per hour (mph).
Odometer
The odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven, in either kilometres or miles.
Trip Odometer
The trip odometer shows how far the vehicle has been driven since the trip odometer was last reset.
The trip odometer is accessed and reset through the Driver Information Center (DIC). See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0 130.
Tachometer
The tachometer displays the engine speed in revolutions per minute (rpm).
Fuel Gauge
When the ignition is on, the fuel gauge indicates how much fuel is left in the tank.
There is an arrow near the fuel gauge pointing to the side of the vehicle the fuel door is on.
When the indicator is empty, the low fuel light comes on. There still is a little fuel left, but the vehicle should be refueled soon.
Here are four things that some owners ask about. None of these show a problem with the fuel gauge:
- At the service station, the fuel pump shuts off before the gauge reads full.
- It takes a little more or less fuel to fill up than the gauge indicated. For example, the gauge may have indicated the tank was half full, but it took a little more or less than half the tank’s capacity to fill the tank.
- The gauge moves a little while turning a corner or speeding up.
- The gauge takes a few seconds to stabilize after the ignition is turned on, and goes back to empty when the ignition is turned off.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Metric Balanced Configuration
English Balanced Configuration
This gauge measures the temperature of the vehicle’s engine.
While driving under normal operating conditions, if the needle moves into the red area, the engine is too hot. Pull off the road, stop the vehicle, and turn off the engine as soon as possible.
Seat Belt Reminders
Driver Seat Belt Reminder Light
There is a driver seat belt reminder light on the instrument cluster.
When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind the driver to fasten their seat belt. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle may continue several times if the driver remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. If the driver seat belt is buckled, neither the light nor the chime comes on.
Passenger Seat Belt Reminder Light
There is a passenger seat belt reminder light near the passenger airbag status indicator. See Passenger Sensing System 0 73.
When the vehicle is started, this light flashes and a chime may come on to remind passengers to fasten their seat belts. Then the light stays on solid until the belt is buckled. This cycle continues several times if the passenger remains or becomes unbuckled while the vehicle is moving. If the passenger seat belt is buckled, neither the chime nor the light comes on.
The front passenger seat belt reminder light and chime may turn on if an object is put on the seat such as a briefcase, handbag, grocery bag, laptop, or other electronic device. To turn off the reminder light and/or chime, remove the object from the seat or buckle the seat belt.
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Airbag Readiness Light
This light shows if there is an electrical problem with the airbag system. The system check includes the airbag sensor(s), the passenger sensing system, the pretensioners, the airbag modules, the wiring, and the crash sensing and diagnostic module.
The airbag readiness light comes on for several seconds when the vehicle is started. If the light does not come on then, have it fixed immediately.
Warning
If the airbag readiness light stays on after the vehicle is started or comes on while driving, it means the airbag system might not be working properly. The airbags in the vehicle might not inflate in a crash, or they could even inflate without a crash. To help avoid injury, have the vehicle serviced right away.
If there is a problem with the airbag system, a Driver Information Center (DIC) message may also come on.
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator
The vehicle has a passenger sensing system. See Passenger Sensing System for important safety information. The passenger airbag status indicator is in the overhead console.
When the vehicle is started, the passenger airbag status indicator will light ON and OFF, or the symbols for on and off for several seconds as a system check. Then, after several more seconds, the status indicator will light either ON or OFF, or the on or off symbol to let you know the status of the front outboard passenger frontal airbag.
If the word ON or the on symbol is lit on the passenger airbag status indicator, it means that the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag are allowed to inflate.
If the word OFF or the off symbol is lit on the airbag status indicator, it means that the passenger sensing system has turned off the front outboard passenger frontal airbag and knee airbag.
If, after several seconds, both status indicator lights remain on, or if there are no lights at all, there may be a problem with the lights or the passenger sensing system. See your dealer for service.
Warning
If the airbag readiness light ever comes on and stays on, it means that something may be wrong with the airbag system. To help avoid injury to yourself or others, have the vehicle serviced right away. See Airbag Readiness Light 0 120 for more information, including important safety information.
Charging System Light
The charging system light comes on briefly when the ignition is turned on, but the engine is not running, as a check to show the light is working. It should go out when the engine is started.
If the light stays on or comes on while driving, there may be a problem
with the electrical charging system. Have it checked by your dealer. Driving while this light is on could drain the battery.
When this light comes on or is flashing, the Driver Information Center (DIC) also displays a message.
If a short distance must be driven with the light on, be sure to turn off all accessories, such as the radio and air conditioner.
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (Check Engine Light)
This light is part of the vehicle’s emission control onboard diagnostic system. If this light is on while the engine is running, a malfunction has been detected and the vehicle may require service. The light should come on to show that it is working when the ignition is in Service Mode. See Ignition Positions 0 184.
Malfunctions are often indicated by the system before any problem is noticeable. Being aware of the light and seeking service promptly when it comes on may prevent damage.
Caution
If the vehicle is driven continually with this light on, the emission control system may not work as well, the fuel economy may be lower, and the vehicle may not run smoothly. This could lead to costly repairs that might not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Caution
Modifications to the engine, transmission, exhaust, intake,
or fuel system, or the use of replacement tires that do not meet the original tire specifications, can cause this light to come on. This could lead to costly repairs not covered by the vehicle warranty. This could also affect the vehicle’s ability to pass an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test. See Accessories and Modifications 0 257.
If the light is flashing: A malfunction has been detected that could damage the emission control system and increase vehicle emissions. Diagnosis and service may be required.
To help prevent damage, reduce vehicle speed and avoid hard accelerations and uphill grades. If towing a trailer, reduce the amount of cargo being hauled as soon as possible.
If the light continues to flash, find a safe place to park. Turn the vehicle off and wait at least 10 seconds before restarting the engine. If the light is still flashing, follow the previous guidelines and see your dealer for service as soon as possible.
If the light is on steady: A malfunction has been detected. Diagnosis and service may be required.
Check the following:
- If fuel has been added to the vehicle using the capless fuel funnel adapter, make sure that it has been removed. See “Filling the Tank with a Portable Gas Can” under Filling the Tank 0 235. The diagnostic system can detect if the adapter has been left installed in the vehicle, allowing fuel to evaporate into the atmosphere.
A few driving trips with the adapter removed may turn off the light. - Poor fuel quality can cause inefficient engine operation and poor driveability, which may go away once the engine is warmed up. If this occurs, change the fuel brand. It may require at least one full tank of the proper fuel to turn the light off. See Recommended Fuel 0 234.
If the light remains on, see your dealer.
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
If the vehicle requires an Emissions Inspection/Maintenance test, the test equipment will likely connect to the vehicle’s Data Link Connector (DLC).
The DLC is under the instrument panel to the left of the steering wheel. Connecting devices that are not used to perform an Emissions Inspection/ Maintenance test or to service the vehicle may affect vehicle operation. See Add-On Electrical Equipment 0 253. See your dealer if assistance is needed.
The vehicle may not pass inspection if:
- The light is on when the engine is running.
- The light does not come on when the ignition is in Service Mode.
- Critical emission control systems have not been completely diagnosed. If this happens, the vehicle will not be ready for inspection and might require several days of routine driving before the system is ready for inspection. This can happen if the 12-volt battery has recently been replaced or run down, or if the vehicle has been recently serviced.
See your dealer if the vehicle will not pass or cannot be made ready for the test.
Brake System Warning Light
This light should come on briefly when the vehicle is turned on. If it does not come on then, have it fixed so it will be ready to warn you if there is a problem.
When the vehicle is on, the brake system warning light also comes on when the manual parking brake is set. The light stays on if the parking brake does not fully release. If it stays on after the parking brake is fully released, there is a brake problem.
Have the brake system inspected right away. If equipped with an Electric Parking Brake, see Electric Parking Brake 0 201.
If the light comes on while driving, pull off the road and stop carefully. The pedal might be harder to push, or the brake pedal may go closer to the floor. It could take longer to stop. If the light is still on, have the vehicle towed for service. See Towing the Vehicle 0 325.
Warning
The brake system might not be working properly if the brake system warning light is on. Driving with the brake system warning light on can lead to a crash. If the light is still on after the vehicle has been pulled off the road and carefully stopped, have the vehicle towed for service.
FAQs
The Cadillac Escalade 2020 features a digital instrument cluster display.
The instrument cluster typically displays information such as speed, fuel level, engine temperature, navigation directions, vehicle settings, and more.
Yes, the instrument cluster can often be customized to display preferred information or layouts, depending on the driver’s preferences.
Navigation through the menus is typically done using buttons on the steering wheel or through a touchscreen interface, depending on the specific model and trim.
Yes, the instrument cluster often includes performance-related information such as tire pressure, engine performance metrics, and more.
Yes, many models offer a night mode or adjustable brightness feature to ensure optimal visibility and reduce glare during nighttime driving.
Some models may support voice commands for certain functions, but it depends on the specific trim and features included.
Yes, the instrument cluster typically displays alerts and warnings for various issues such as low fuel, low tire pressure, engine malfunctions, and more.
Yes, many models include a maintenance reminder feature that alerts the driver when scheduled maintenance is due.
Yes, depending on the model and trim, the instrument cluster may integrate with smartphone connectivity features such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Yes, drivers can often reset trip information such as mileage, fuel economy, and trip duration directly through the instrument cluster interface.
Some models may offer real-time traffic information as part of the navigation system displayed on the instrument cluster.
Yes, many models include a driver assistance display that provides information about active safety features such as lane departure warning, blind-spot monitoring, and adaptive cruise control.
It depends on the specific model and trim, but some versions may offer multiple user profiles that can be customized and saved for different drivers.
Software updates for the instrument cluster are typically handled by authorized dealerships, and updates may be available to add new features or improve functionality over time.
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