Cadillac Escalade: Safety System Check
Now and then, check that the safety belt reminder light, safety belts, buckles, latch plates, retractors, and anchorages are all working properly. Look for any other loose or damaged safety belt system parts that might keep a safety belt system from doing its job. See your dealer to have it repaired. Torn or frayed safety belts may not protect you in a crash. They can rip apart under impact forces. If a belt is torn or frayed, get a new one right away.
Make sure the safety belt reminder light is working. See Safety Belt Reminders .
Keep safety belts clean and dry. See Safety Belt Care .
Safety Belt Extender
If the vehicle's safety belt will fasten around you, you should use it.
But if a safety belt is not long enough, your dealer will order you an extender.
When you go in to order it, take the heav ...
Safety Belt Care
Keep belts clean and dry.
WARNING
Do not bleach or dye safety belts. It may severely weaken them. In a crash, they
might not be able to provide adequate protection. Clean safety belts only with ...
See also:
Mislock
When attempting to lock the vehicle, if one or more of the doors, the hood or
the tailgate are not fully closed, the vehicle will fail to lock and the horn will
emit two tones. The vehicle will no ...
Steering in Emergencies
There are some situations when steering around a problem may be more effective
than braking.
Holding both sides of the steering wheel allows you to turn 180 degrees
without removing a hand.
...
Using seat belts and child safety locks
1. SEAT BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: Press to release the catch.
With the catch depressed move the mechanism slide up or down to the required
height. Ensure that the locking mechanism has engaged.
Wh ...
