Cadillac 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:
After towing on four wheels
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Switch on the ignition and apply the foot brake.
3. Place the auto selector lever in the park position.
4. Switch off the ignition and remove the Smart Key from the v ...
Tire pressure monitoring system (yellow)
Illuminates when one or more tires are significantly under-inflated. Stop the
vehicle as soon as possible, check the tire pressures and inflate to the recommended
pressure. ...
Speedometer
The speedometer shows the vehicle speed in both kilometers per hour (km/h) and
miles per hour (mph). ...