Cadillac Escalade: Off-Road Driving
All-wheel-drive vehicles can be used for off-road driving. Vehicles without all-wheel drive and vehicles not equipped with All Terrain (AT) or On-Off Road (OOR) tires must not be driven off-road except on a level, solid surface. To contact the tire manufacturer for more information about the original equipment tires, see the Limited Warranty and Owner Assistance Information manual.
Controlling the vehicle is the key to successful off-road driving. One of the best ways to control the vehicle is to control the speed.
WARNING
When driving off-road, bouncing and quick changes in direction can easily throw you out of position. This could cause you to lose control and crash. You and your passengers should always wear safety belts.
- Before Driving Off-Road
- Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
- Environmental Concerns
- Driving on Hills
- Driving in Mud, Sand, Snow, or Ice
- Driving in Water
- After Off-Road Driving
Skidding
There are three types of skids that correspond to the vehicle's three control systems: Braking Skid — wheels are not rolling. Steering or Cornering Skid — too much speed or steering in ...Before Driving Off-Road
Have all necessary maintenance and service work completed. Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels, and check inflation pressure in all tires, including the spare, if equipped. Read all the infor ...See also:
Extra features
There are more features available than can be displayed at one time. This menu
allows the selected features to be displayed, for example:
• Ambient lighting: While the headlamps are turned on, se ...
Sitting in the correct position
WARNING
Riding with a reclined seatback increases your chance of serious or fatal injuries
in the event of a collision or sudden stop. The protection of your restraint system
(seat belts and ...
Tire Pressure Monitor
This vehicle may have a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS).
The TPMS warning light alerts you to a significant loss in pressure of one of
the vehicle's tires. If the warning light comes on, s ...