Coverage Areas:
Instrument cluster, entertainment systems, climate controls, lights, driver controls, locks and security, seating and safety restraints, driving, customer assistance, cleaning, maintenance and specifications
Manual Type:
Owners manual compiled from the factory original
Delivery:
Instant download
Required Software:
PDF reader such as Adobe Acrobat Reader, Foxit, or comparable
Device Compatibility:
Any device capable of reading PDF files
Instrument Cluster:
Gauges, warning lamps, indicator operation, Driver Information Center
Entertainment Systems:
Audio, navigation controls, rear seat entertainment, OnStar
Climate Controls:
Automatic climate control operation, rear HVAC
Lights:
Exterior lamps, interior lighting, bulb replacement, headlamp aim
Driver Controls:
Turn signals, windshield wipers, mirrors, power seats, steering wheel controls
Locks and Security:
Keyless entry, PASS-Key III theft deterrent, remote start
Seating and Safety Restraints:
Power seats, third-row seat removal, airbag system, child restraints, safety belts
Driving:
All-wheel drive operation, trailer towing, recreational towing, starter and brake operation
Customer Assistance:
Owner checks, scheduled services, roadside assistance, reporting safety defects (U.S. only)
Cleaning:
Interior and exterior care, fabric, vinyl, and aluminum wheel care
Engine Compartment:
Engine oil, battery, coolant, power steering and brake fluid checks
Fuel Information:
Fuel requirements, fuel cap, filling the tank
Air Filter:
Engine air cleaner/filter inspection and replacement
Part Numbers:
Replacement bulb and filter part numbers
Refill Capacities:
Engine oil, coolant, fuel tank, and fluid capacities
Lubricant Specifications:
Recommended lubricants and fluids
Accessories:
Accessory installation information
Technical Depth:
Owner-level operation and maintenance procedures; not a workshop repair manual
Parts Information:
Part numbers and refill capacities included for common service items
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
Engine:
6.0L Vortec 6000 V8 (LQ4)
Configuration:
V8, OHV, iron block, aluminum heads
Displacement:
6.0L (364 cu in)
Horsepower:
345 hp at 5000 rpm
Torque:
380 lb-ft at 3600 rpm
Fuel System:
Sequential multi-port fuel injection (SFI)
Fuel Requirement:
Regular unleaded, 87 octane or higher
Ignition:
Coil-near-plug electronic ignition
Front Airbags:
Dual-stage driver and front passenger airbags
Side Impact Airbags:
Available seat-mounted side impact airbags for front occupants
Safety Belts:
Three-point belts, all seating positions
Child Restraint:
Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren (LATCH) system
Anti-Lock Brakes:
Four-wheel ABS with electronic brake force distribution
Traction Control:
All-speed traction control
StabiliTrak:
Electronic stability control with rollover mitigation
Tire Pressure Monitor:
Tire pressure monitoring system
Crash Test Ratings:
N/A - not specified in the owners manual; consult NHTSA/IIHS records
Audio System:
Bose premium audio with CD and cassette, radio data system
Rear Seat Entertainment:
Available DVD entertainment system with drop-down screen
Navigation:
Available touch-screen navigation radio
OnStar:
Factory-installed OnStar in-vehicle communications
Remote Start:
Available factory remote vehicle start
Driver Assistance:
N/A - no modern ADAS features on this generation
Service Intervals and Fluids
Oil Change Interval:
Determined by Engine Oil Life System; typically every 3,000-7,500 miles depending on conditions
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-30, API certified; approximately 6 quarts with filter
Coolant:
DEX-Cool extended-life coolant
Transmission Fluid:
Dexron-III automatic transmission fluid; check at scheduled service
Tire Rotation:
Every 7,500 miles with scheduled service
Air Filter:
Inspect at every oil change, replace as needed
Brake Fluid:
Delco Supreme 11 or equivalent DOT 3
Fuel Filter:
N/A - lifetime in-tank filter, no scheduled replacement
Known Wear Items:
Front brake pads, battery, and suspension components subject to heavier wear given vehicle weight
Manufacturer:
Cadillac, the luxury division of General Motors
Escalade Origin:
Launched in 1999 as Cadillac's first full-size luxury SUV
Second Generation:
2002-2006 Escalade built on the GMT800 platform shared with Chevrolet Tahoe/Suburban
ESV Variant:
Extended-length version introduced for 2003 with stretched wheelbase for added cargo and third-row space
Production Location:
Arlington, Texas, USA
2006 Model Year:
Final year of the GMT800 Escalade before the 2007 redesign
