Cadillac Escalade: Maintenance When Trailer Towing
The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more information. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. It is a good idea to inspect these before and during the trip.
Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight.
Leaving After Parking on a Hill
1. Apply and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine.
3. Shift into a gear.
4. Release the parking brake.
5. Let up on the brake pedal.
6. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. ...
Trailer Towing
If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See New Vehicle Break-In for
more information.
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Courtesy Lamps
The courtesy lamps automatically come on when a door is opened.
The lamps can also be turned on manually by fully turning the instrument panel
brightness control clockwise.
The reading lamps, loca ...
Power Outlets
The vehicle has 12-volt accessory power outlets which can be used to plug in
electrical equipment, such as a cell phone or MP3 player.
The power outlets are located:
► On the instrument pane ...
XM™ Radio Messages
XL (Explicit Language
Channels): These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer's request,
by calling 1-800-929-2100 in the U.S. and 1-877-438-9677 in Canada.
XM Updating: The enc ...
