Cadillac Escalade: Locking Rear Axle
Vehicles with a locking rear axle can give more traction on snow, mud, ice, sand, or gravel. It works like a standard axle most of the time, but when traction is low, this feature will allow the rear wheel with the most traction to move the vehicle.
Traction Control Operation
TCS is part of the StabiliTrak system. Traction control limits wheel spin by
reducing engine power to the wheels (engine speed management) and by applying brakes
to each individual wheel (brake-trac ...
Road Sensing Suspension
The Road Sensing Suspension (RSS) feature provides superior vehicle ride and
handling under a variety of passenger and loading conditions.
The system is fully automatic and uses a computer controlle ...
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Engine Heater
The engine coolant heater can provide easier starting and better fuel economy
during engine warm-up in cold weather conditions at or below 0°F (−18°C). Vehicles
with an engine coolant heat ...
Voltmeter
When the ignition switch is pushed to the
ON position, the volt meter indicates the
battery voltage. When the engine is running,
it indicates the generator voltage.
While cranking the engine ...
If the Vehicle Is Stuck
Slowly and cautiously spin the wheels to free the vehicle when stuck in sand,
mud, ice, or snow. See “Rocking Your Vehicle to Get It Out” later in this section.
If the vehicle has a traction sys ...
