Cadillac Escalade: Other Rainy Weather Tips - Driving on Wet Roads - Driving Information - Driving and Operating - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Other Rainy Weather Tips

Besides slowing down, other wet weather driving tips include:

  • Allow extra following distance.
  • Pass with caution.
  • Keep windshield wiping equipment in good shape.
  • Keep the windshield washer fluid reservoir filled.
  • Have good tires with proper tread depth. See Tires  .
  • Turn off cruise control.
    Hydroplaning
    Hydroplaning is dangerous. Water can build up under the vehicle's tires so they actually ride on the water. This can happen if the road is wet enough and you are going fast enough. When the vehi ...

    Highway Hypnosis
    Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, find a safe place to park the vehicle and rest. Other driving tips include: Keep the vehicle ...

    See also:

    First-aid kit
    ► Open the tailgate. ► To open the side trim panel: turn rotary knob 1 90° in the direction of the arrow and open side trim panel 2. ► To remove the first-aid kit: remove ...

    Checking the coolant level
    Only check the coolant level when the vehicle is on a level surface and the engine has cooled down. ► Turn the SmartKey to position 2 in the ignition lock. On vehicles with KEYLESS-GO, ...

    Windshield Wiper/Washer
    The front wiper control is located on the turn and lane-change lever. Turn the band with the wiper symbol to control the windshield wipers. (Mist): For a single wipe, turn to , then release. For ...