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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    Charging the vehicle battery
    WARNING Ensure that the correct type and rating of charger used. Using an unsuitable charger may damage the battery, and could cause the battery to explode. Always charge the battery in a wel ...

    Speedometer
    The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in both kilometers per hour (km/h) and miles per hour (mph). ...

    Operating range for engine start function
    The operating range for starting the engine inside the vehicle 1 is shown in the illustration. ► If the Intelligent Key is on the instrument panel, cargo area, inside the glove box o ...