Cadillac Escalade: Environmental Concerns
- Always use established trails, roads, and areas that have been set aside for public off-road recreational driving and obey all posted regulations.
- Do not damage shrubs, flowers, trees, or grasses or disturb wildlife.
- Do not park over things that burn. See Parking over Things That Burn .
Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road Driving
WARNING
Unsecured cargo on the load floor can be tossed about when driving over
rough terrain. You or your passengers can be struck by flying objects. Secure
the cargo properly.
Keep car ...
Driving on Hills
Driving safely on hills requires good judgment and an understanding of what the
vehicle can and cannot do.
WARNING
Many hills are simply too steep for any vehicle. Driving up hills can cause th ...
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Adding Equipment to the Airbag-Equipped Vehicle
Adding accessories that change the vehicle's frame, bumper system, height, front
end, or side sheet metal may keep the airbag system from working properly.
The operation of the airbag system ca ...
Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop
and accelerate.
Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid driving through
large puddles and ...
Transfer case
The vehicle has permanent 4-wheel drive
(4MATIC). Power is always transmitted to
both axles.
Performance tests may only be carried
out on a 2-axle dynamometer. The brake
system or transfer ca ...






