Cadillac Escalade: Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice
Use a low gear when driving in mud – the deeper the mud, the lower the gear. Keep the vehicle moving to avoid getting stuck.
Traction changes when driving on sand. On loose sand, such as on beaches or sand dunes, the tires tend to sink into the sand. This affects steering, accelerating, and braking. Drive at a reduced speed and avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers.
Traction is reduced on hard packed snow and ice and it is easy to lose control. Reduce vehicle speed when driving on hard packed snow and ice.
WARNING
Driving on frozen lakes, ponds, or rivers can be dangerous. Ice conditions vary greatly and the vehicle could fall through the ice; you and your passengers could drown. Drive your vehicle on safe surfaces only.
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 ...
Driving in Water
WARNING
Driving through rushing water can be dangerous. Deep water can sweep your vehicle
downstream and you and your passengers could drown. If it is only shallow water,
it can still wash away ...
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Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running
WARNING
It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle
could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking
brake firmly set. And, if ...
Opening the hood
1. Pull the hood release lever, located in the left-hand front footwell.
2. Lift the hood safety catch lever, located below the center point of the hood,
then raise the hood. ...
Activating/deactivating Blind SpotAssist
Further information about Blind Spot Assist.
► Press
on the steering wheel
to select the Additional functions menu.
► Press the
button to select the
Blind Spot Assist function.
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