Cadillac Escalade: Safety Chains
Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road if it becomes separated from the hitch. Instructions about safety chains may be provided by the hitch manufacturer or by the trailer manufacturer. Safety chains should be attached to holes on the trailer hitch platform. Always leave just enough slack so the combination can turn. Never allow safety chains to drag on the ground.
Hitch Cover (with Dual Exhaust)
To remove the hitch cover:
1. Turn the fasteners on the lower tabs 90 degrees counterclockwise.
2. Pull the lower edge of the cover out slightly.
3. Lift the cover up off the upper bracket.
To r ...
Trailer Brakes
A loaded trailer that weighs more than 900 kg (2,000 lbs) needs to have its own
brake system that is adequate for the weight of the trailer. Be sure to read and
follow the instructions for the trail ...
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Beltminder (red)
If the vehicle is motion and an occupied front seat’s seat belt is unbuckled,
the seat belt warning lamp will illuminate and a chime will sound.
Note: The speed thresholds and the behavior of t ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
Do not park this vehicle in areas where
combustible materials can come into contact
with the hot exhaust system. Do not park the
vehicle on dry grassland or harvested grain
fi ...
Express Window Anti-Pinch Override
WARNING
If express override is activated, the window will not reverse automatically.
You or others could be injured and the window could be damaged. Before you use express
override, make sure t ...
