Cadillac Escalade: Before Driving Off-Road
- Have all necessary maintenance and service work completed.
- Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, and check inflation pressure in all tires, including the spare, if equipped.
- Read all the information about all-wheel-drive vehicles in this manual.
- Make sure all underbody shields, if equipped, are properly attached.
- Know the local laws that apply to off-road driving.
To gain more ground clearance if needed, it may be necessary to remove the front fascia lower air dam.
Notice: Operating the vehicle for extended periods without the front fascia lower air dam installed can cause improper air flow to the engine. Re-attach the front fascia air dam after off-road driving.
Off-Road Driving
All-wheel-drive vehicles can be used for off-road driving. Vehicles without all-wheel
drive and vehicles not equipped with All Terrain (AT) or On-Off Road (OOR) tires
must not be driven off-road exc ...
Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
WARNING
Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over
rough terrain. You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects. Secure
the cargo properly.
Keep car ...
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Running the Vehicle While Parked
It is better not to park with the engine running. But if you ever have to, here
are some things to know.
WARNING
Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor ventilation is dangerous. Engine
e ...
Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice
Use a low gear when driving in mud – the deeper the mud, the lower the gear.
Keep the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck.
Traction changes when driving on sand. On loose sand, such as on beache ...
Avoiding collision and rollover
WARNING
Failure to operate this vehicle in a safe and
prudent manner may result in loss of control
or an accident.
Be alert and drive defensively at all times.
Obey all traffic regulations. ...
