Cadillac Escalade: Braking in Emergencies
ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than even the very best braking.
Using ABS
Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let ABS work.
You might hear the ABS pump or motor operating and feel the brake pedal pulsate,
but this is normal. ...
Parking Brake
Set the parking brake by holding the regular brake pedal down, then pushing down
the parking brake pedal.
If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake
System Warn ...
See also:
Three-way catalyst
The three-way catalyst is an emission
control device installed in the exhaust
system. Exhaust gases in the three-way
catalyst are burned at high temperatures to
help reduce pollutants.
WARNI ...
Tire valves
Keep the valve caps screwed down firmly to prevent water or dirt entering the
valve. Check the valves for leaks when checking the tire pressures. ...
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
Non-hybrid vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature,
which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade. This feature is designed
to prevent the vehicle from rolling, ...
