Black plate (100,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-6963932) - 2014 - crc - 5/21/1310-100 Vehicle CareTwo-wheel-drive vehicles should notbe towed with the rear wheels onthe ground. Two-wheel-drivetransmissions have no provisionsfor internal lubrication while beingtowed.Dolly Towing (Rear Wheels Off theGround)Use the following procedure todinghy tow a two-wheel-drivevehicle from the rear:1. Attach the dolly to the towvehicle following the dollymanufacturer's instructions.2. Drive the rear wheels onto thedolly.3. Firmly set the parking brake.See Parking Brake onpage 9-38.4. Put the transmission in P (Park).5. Secure the vehicle to the dollyfollowing the manufacturer'sinstructions.6. Use an adequate clampingdevice designed for towing toensure that the front wheels arelocked into the straight position.7. Turn the ignition to LOCK/OFF.Appearance CareExterior CareLocksLocks are lubricated at the factory.Use a de-icing agent only whenabsolutely necessary, and have thelocks greased after using. SeeRecommended Fluids andLubricants on page 11-7.Washing the VehicleTo preserve the vehicle's finish,wash it often and out of directsunlight.Notice: Do not usepetroleum-based, acidic,or abrasive cleaning agents asthey can damage the vehicle'spaint, metal, or plastic parts.
