Cadillac Escalade: Questions and Answers About Safety Belts
Q: Will I be trapped in the vehicle after a crash if I am wearing a safety belt?
A: You could be— whether you are wearing a safety belt or not. Your chance of being conscious during and after a crash, so you can unbuckle and get out, is much greater if you are belted.
Q: If my vehicle has airbags, why should I have to wear safety belts?
A: Airbags are supplemental systems only; so they work with safety belts— not instead of them. Whether or not an airbag is provided, all occupants still have to buckle up to get the most protection.
Also, in nearly all states and in all Canadian provinces, the law requires wearing safety belts.
Why Safety Belts Work
When riding in a vehicle, you travel as fast as the vehicle does. If the vehicle
stops suddenly, you keep going until something stops you. It could be the windshield,
the instrument panel, or the ...
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly
This section is only for people of adult size.
There are special things to know about safety belts and children. And there are
different rules for smaller children and infants. If a child will be ri ...
See also:
Tire Changing
Removing Tools
The tools needed to remove the spare tire are located in the storage compartment
on the driver side, at the rear of the vehicle.
1. Open the jack storage compartment by pulling on t ...
Washer Fluid Messages
WASHER FLUID LOW ADD FLUID
This message displays when the windshield washer fluid is low.
Fill the windshield washer fluid reservoir as soon as possible.
See Engine Compartment Overview for t ...
Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop
and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid
driving through large puddles and de ...
