Cadillac Escalade: Other Rainy Weather Tips - Driving on Wet Roads - Driving Information - Driving and Operating - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Other Rainy Weather Tips

Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include:

  • Allow extra following distance.
  • Pass with caution.
  • Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape.
  • Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled.
  • Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Tires  .
  • Turn off cruise control.
    Hydroplaning
    Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When the vehi ...

    Highway Hypnosis
    Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest. Other driving tips include: Keep the vehicle ...

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    Rear window and outside mirror defroster
    To defog/defrost the rear window glass and outside mirrors, start the engine and push the switch 1 on. The indicator light 2 will come on. Push the switch again to turn the defroster off. ...

    Adaptive dynamics
    If the general warning lamp illuminates and the message ADAPTIVE DYNAMICS FAULT is displayed in the message center, some reduction in ride comfort may be experienced. If the fault persists, cons ...

    Reporting safety defects
    For USA If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administratio ...