Cadillac Escalade: Trailer Brakes - Towing Equipment - Towing - Driving and Operating - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: 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 trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted and maintained properly.

Do not tap into the vehicle's hydraulic system.

    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 ...

    Trailer Wiring Harness
    Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Package The vehicle has a seven-pin universal heavy-duty trailer connector attached to the rear bumper beam next to the integrated trailer hitch. The seven-wire ...

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    Headlamp courtesy delay
    This feature operates whenever the lamps master switch is left in the Auto position (4), and the ignition is turned off. The headlamps will remain illuminated for up to 240 seconds. Note: The tim ...

    Closing the hood
    WARNING Do not drive with the hood retained by the safety catch alone. 1. Lower the hood until the safety catch engages. Using both hands, press the hood down until the catches click. 2. Che ...

    Instrument panel
    1. Tachometer. 2. Clock. 3. Message center. 4. External temperature. 5. Speedometer. 6. Fuel gauge: NOTICE Never allow the engine to run out of fuel. The resultant misfire can seriousl ...