Cadillac Escalade: Drunk Driving - Driving Information - Driving and Operating - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Drunk Driving

Death and injury associated with drinking and driving is a global tragedy.

WARNING WARNING

Drinking and then driving is very dangerous. Your reflexes, perceptions, attentiveness, and judgment can be affected by even a small amount of alcohol. You can have a serious — or even fatal — collision if you drive after drinking.

Do not drink and drive or ride with a driver who has been drinking. Ride home in a cab; or if you are with a group, designate a driver who will not drink.

    Defensive Driving
    Defensive driving means “always expect the unexpected.” The first step in driving defensively is to wear the safety belt. See Safety Belts  . Assume that other road users (pedestrians, b ...

    Control of a Vehicle
    Braking, steering, and accelerating are important factors in helping to control a vehicle while driving. ...

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    Automatic transmission
    1. To select Drive (D) when the vehicle is stationary, apply the foot brake and press the gear selector release button. Note: If pressure is applied to the selector lever before the foot brake is ...

    Headlight washer (if so equipped)
    The headlight washer operates when the headlight is on and the ignition switch is in the ON position. Pull the windshield washer switch toward you. The headlight washer operates with the win ...

    Filling the Tank
    WARNING Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump island. Turn off the e ...