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 ...
See also:
Top tether strap child restraint
If the manufacturer of your child restraint
requires the use of a top tether strap, it
must be secured to an anchor point.
WARNING
► In the 3rd row bench seat, a child
restraint with a ...
Replacing
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn.
1. Pull the wiper arm.
2. Push the release tab A , and then
move the wiper blade down the wiper
arm 1 while pushing the release tab
to remove.
...
Daily checks
• Operation of lamps, horn, direction indicators, wipers, washers and warning
lamps.
• Operation of seat belts and brakes.
• Look for fluid deposits underneath the vehicle that might i ...
