Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-9369153) -
2016 - crc - 6/19/15
Driving and Operating
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For other forms of grade braking,
see
and
Drive Systems
Four-Wheel Drive
If equipped, four-wheel drive
engages the front axle for extra
traction. Read the appropriate
section for transfer case operation
before using.
Caution
Do not drive on clean, dry
pavement in 4
m
and 4
n
(if
equipped) for an extended period
of time. These conditions may
cause premature wear on the
vehicle
’
s powertrain.
Driving on clean, dry pavement in
four-wheel drive may:
.
Cause a vibration to be felt in
the steering system.
.
Cause tires to wear faster.
.
Make the transfer case harder to
shift, and cause it to run noisier.
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Warning
Shifting the transfer case to
N (Neutral) can cause the vehicle
to roll even if the transmission is
in P (Park). You or someone else
could be seriously injured. Be
sure to set the parking brake
before placing the transfer case in
N (Neutral). See
.
Caution
Extended high-speed operation in
4
n
may damage or shorten the
life of the drivetrain.
Engagement noise and bump when
shifting between 4
n
and 4
m
or from
N (Neutral), with the engine running,
is normal.
Shifting into 4
n
will turn Traction
Control and StabiliTrak
®
off. See
