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:
Keyless entry
NOTICE
The Smart Key may not be detected if it is placed within a metal container or
if it is shielded by a device with a back-lit LCD screen, such as a smart phone,
laptop (including laptop ...
Driving on Hills
Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what the
vehicle can and cannot do.
WARNING
Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle. Driving up hills can cause th ...
Tpms operation
The TPMS monitors the pressure of the tires via sensors located in each wheel
and a receiver located within the vehicle. Communication between sensor and receiver
is via Radio Frequency (RF) signa ...
