Cadillac Escalade: Traction – AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. Those grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Warning: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire
when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For
example, a tire graded 150 would wea ...
Temperature – A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's
resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested
under controlled conditions on a ...
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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.
...
4WD shift switch
► Shift the 4WD shift switch to either the
AUTO, 4H or 4L position, depending on
driving conditions.
► With the switch set to the AUTO position,
distribution of torque to the front ...
Turn Signal Indicator
The vehicle has a turn signal indicator on the mirror. An arrow on the mirror
flashes in the direction of the turn or lane change. ...
