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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After towing on four wheels
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Switch on the ignition and apply the foot brake.
3. Place the auto selector lever in the park position.
4. Switch off the ignition and remove the Smart Key from the v ...
Video media inhibit with vehicle moving
When the vehicle is moving the video picture will automatically be inhibited.
The touch screen will display the TV/My video screen and the relevant safety message
will be displayed. ...
Tire care
WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle if a tire is damaged, excessively worn, or incorrectly
inflated. A tire in such a condition may catastrophically fail and cause an accident.
Avoid contaminati ...
