Cadillac Escalade: Braking in Emergencies - Antilock Brake System (ABS) - Brakes - Driving and Operating - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Braking in Emergencies

ABS allows the driver to steer and brake at the same time. In many emergencies, steering can help more than even the very best braking.

    Using ABS
    Do not pump the brakes. Just hold the brake pedal down firmly and let ABS work. You might hear the ABS pump or motor operating and feel the brake pedal pulsate, but this is normal. ...

    Parking Brake
    Set the parking brake by holding the regular brake pedal down, then pushing down the parking brake pedal. If the ignition is on, the brake system warning light will come on. See Brake System Warn ...

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    Map Adjustments
    The system lets you adjust the scale of view on the map. Also, as you drive, the map scrolls automatically based on the direction of travel. ...

    4WD shift switch
    ► Shift the 4WD shift switch to either the AUTO, 4H or 4L position, depending on driving conditions. ► With the switch set to the AUTO position, distribution of torque to the front ...

    Start guidance
    After touching Destination, the system will calculate the route. There is now a choice to select 3 Routes, Change route or Go. Select Go to start navigation guidance. Touch 3 Routes to display a c ...