Cadillac 2007 Escalade, Owner'S Manual, Page: 341 / 570

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Are there obstructions on the hill that can
block your path, such as boulders, trees,
logs, or ruts?
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What is beyond the hill? Is there a cliff,
an embankment, a drop-off, a fence?
Get out and walk the hill if you do not know.
It is the smart way to find out.
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Is the hill simply too rough? Steep hills often
have ruts, gullies, troughs, and exposed
rocks because they are more susceptible to
the effects of erosion.
Driving Uphill
Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill,
you need to take some special steps.
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Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the
steering wheel.
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Get a smooth start up the hill and try to
maintain your speed. Do not use more power
than you need, because you do not want
the wheels to start spinning or sliding.
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Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible.
If the path twists and turns, you might want to
find another route.
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CAUTION:
Turning or driving across steep hills can
be dangerous. You could lose traction,
slide sideways, and possibly roll over.
You could be seriously injured or killed.
When driving up hills, always try to go
straight up.
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Ease up on your speed as you approach the
top of the hill.
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Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more
visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills.
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