Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not Punctured)

Cadillac Escalade ESV / Cadillac Escalade ESV Owners Manual / Vehicle Care / Wheels and Tires / Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit / Using the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit without Sealant to Inflate a Tire (Not Punctured)

To use the air compressor to inflate a tire with air only and not sealant:

If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to

If a tire goes flat, avoid further tire and wheel damage by driving slowly to a level place. Turn on the hazard warning flashers.

See If a Tire Goes Flat   for other important safety warnings.

1. Remove the tire sealant and compressor kit from its storage location. See Storing the Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit  .

2. Unlock the air only hose (F) from the tire sealant canister (B) by pulling up on the lever.

3. Pull the air only hose (F) from the tire sealant canister (B).

4. Remove the power plug (C) from the air compressor (A).

5. Place the kit on the ground. Make sure the tire valve stem is positioned close to the ground so the hose will reach it.

6. Remove the tire valve stem cap by turning it counterclockwise.

7. Attach the air only hose (F) onto the tire valve stem and press the lever down to secure it.

8. Plug the power plug (C) into the accessory power outlet in the vehicle. Unplug all items from other accessory power outlets. See Power Outlets   in the owner manual.

If the vehicle has an accessory power outlet, do not use the cigarette lighter.

If the vehicle only has a cigarette lighter, use the cigarette lighter. Do not pinch the power plug cord in the door or window.

9. Start the vehicle. The vehicle must be running while using the air compressor.

10. Press the on/off (D) button to turn the compressor on. The compressor will inflate the tire with air only.

11. Inflate the tire to the recommended inflation pressure using the pressure gauge (E). The recommended inflation pressure can be found on the Tire and Loading Information label. See Tire Pressure  .

The pressure gauge (E) may read higher than the actual tire pressure while the compressor is on. Turn the compressor off to get an accurate reading. The compressor may be turned on/ off until the correct pressure is reached.

12. Press the on/off button (D) to turn the tire sealant and compressor kit off.

Be careful while handling the tire sealant and compressor kit as it could be warm after usage.

13. Unplug the power plug (C) from the accessory power outlet in the vehicle.

14. Disconnect the air only hose (F) from the tire valve stem, by turning it counterclockwise, and replace the tire valve stem cap.

15. Replace the air only hose (F) and the power plug (C) back in its original location.

16. Place the equipment in the original storage location in the vehicle.

    See also:

    Rear Compartment Fuse Block (CTS Wagon)
    This fuse block is on the right side of the vehicle, behind the trim panel in the rear compartment. The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown. ...

    Front Seats
    The vehicle's front seats have adjustable head restraints in the outboard seating positions. The height of the head restraint can be adjusted. To raise or lower the head restraint, press the ...

    Tire Pressure for High-Speed Operation
    WARNING Driving at high speeds, 160 km/h (100 mph) or higher, puts an additional strain on tires. Sustained high-speed driving causes excessive heat buildup and can cause sudden tire failure. Yo ...