Cadillac 2013 Escalade ESV, Owner Manual M

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Cadillac Escalade (Europe) Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 6/20/12
10-42 Vehicle Care
Winter Tyres
This vehicle was not, originally,
equipped with winter tyres. Winter
tyres are designed for increased
traction on snow and ice-covered
roads. Consider installing winter
tyres on the vehicle if frequent
driving on snow or ice-covered
roads is expected. See your dealer
for details regarding winter tyre
availability and proper tyre
selection. Also, see
Buying New
Tyres on page 10 ‑ 51 .
With winter tyres, there may be
decreased dry road traction,
increased road noise and shorter
tread life. After changing to winter
tyres, be alert for changes in the
vehicle handling and braking.
If using winter tyres:
. Use tyres of the same brand and
tread type on all four wheel
positions.
. Use only radial ply tyres of the
same size, load range and
speed rating as the original
equipment tyres.
Winter tyres with the same speed
rating as the original equipment
tyres may not be available for H, V,
W, Y and ZR speed rated tyres.
If winter tyres with a lower speed
rating are chosen, never exceed the
tyre's maximum speed capability.
Summer Tyres
This vehicle may come with high
performance summer tyres. These
tyres have a special tread and
compound that are optimised for
maximum dry and wet road
performance. This special tread and
compound will decrease
performance in cold climates, and
on ice and snow. We recommend
installing winter tyres on the vehicle
if frequent driving in cold
temperatures or on snow or ice
covered roads is expected. See
Winter Tyres on page 10 ‑ 42 .
Tyre Pressure
If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the
hybrid supplement for more
information.
Tyres need the correct amount
of air pressure to operate
effectively.
Notice: Neither tyre
underinflation nor
overinflation is good.
Underinflated tyres, or tyres
that do not have enough air,
can result in:
.
Tyre overloading and
overheating which could
lead to a blowout.
.
Premature or
irregular wear.
.
Poor handling.
.
Reduced fuel economy.