Cadillac Escalade: Starting and Operating
- New Vehicle Break-In
- Adjustable Throttle and Brake Pedal
- Ignition Positions
- Starting the Engine
- Engine Heater
- Retained Accessory Power (RAP)
- Shifting Into Park
- Shifting out of Park
- Parking over Things That Burn
- Active Fuel Management®
Automatic Level Control
The automatic level control rear suspension comes as a part of the Road Sensing
Suspension. See Road Sensing Suspension .
This type of level control is fully automatic and will provide a bette ...
New Vehicle Break-In
Notice: The vehicle does not need an elaborate break-in. But it will perform
better in the long run if you follow these guidelines:
Keep the vehicle speed at 88 km/h (55 mph) or less for the firs ...
See also:
Parking the vehicle for a long period
If you leave the vehicle parked for longer than
four weeks, the battery may be damaged by
exhaustive discharge.
► Connect a trickle charger.
You can obtain information about trickle
ch ...
Following Distance
Stay at least twice as far behind the vehicle ahead as you would when driving
the vehicle without a trailer. This can help to avoid heavy braking and sudden turns. ...
Exterior Care
Washing the Vehicle
To preserve the vehicle's finish, wash it often and out of direct sunlight.
Notice: Do not use petroleum based, acidic, or abrasive cleaning agents as
they can damage the v ...






