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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    Socket in the cargo compartment
    The socket is not suitable for operating the tire inflation compressor. ►  Lift up the cover of socket 1. ...

    Tilt/telescopic steering
    WARNING ► Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving. You could lose control of your vehicle and cause an accident. ► Do not adjust the steering wheel any closer to you than ...

    Symbols used in this handbook
    This safety alert symbol precedes any safety message about a risk of personal injury. It will also have one of the following signal words. DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not ...