Cadillac Escalade: Maintenance When Trailer Towing - Driving Characteristics and Towing Tips - Towing - Driving and Operating - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Maintenance When Trailer Towing

The vehicle needs service more often when pulling a trailer. See the Maintenance Schedule for more information. Things that are especially important in trailer operation are automatic transmission fluid, engine oil, axle lubricant, belts, cooling system and brake system. It is a good idea to inspect these before and during the trip.

Check periodically to see that all hitch nuts and bolts are tight.

    Leaving After Parking on a Hill
    1. Apply and hold the brake pedal. 2. Start the engine. 3. Shift into a gear. 4. Release the parking brake. 5. Let up on the brake pedal. 6. Drive slowly until the trailer is clear of the chocks. ...

    Trailer Towing
    If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information. Do not tow a trailer during break-in. See New Vehicle Break-In   for more information. WARNING The driver ...

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    Cruise control (green)
    Illuminates when cruise control is active.   ...

    Full size spare and tire change
    The system will automatically recognize any changes in wheel positions. The vehicle must be stationary for 15 minutes during the wheel and tire change (see 212, WHEEL CHANGING), to ensure that the ...

    Convenience closing
    General information When you lock the vehicle, you can simultaneously: • close the side windows • close the hinged side windows • close the sliding sunroof WARNING   When closin ...