2003 Cadillac Escalade Owner's Manual - Page 120

If the ignition is on when the parking brake is released, the brake system warning light will go off. 1. Hold the brake pedal down with your right foot and set the parking brake. 2. Move the shift lever into PARK (P) like this: Notice: Driving with the parking brake on can cause your rear brakes to overheat. You may have to replace them, and you could also damage other parts of your vehicle. If you are towing a trailer and are parking on any hill, see Towing a Trailer on page 4-50. Shifting Into Park (P) dan be dangerous to get out of your vehicle if the shift lever is not fullyin PARK (P) with the parking brake firmly set. Your vehicle can roil. If you have left the engine running, the vehicle can move suddenly. You or others could be injured. To be sure your vehicle won't move, even when you're on fairly level ground, use the steps that follow. If you're pulling a trailer, see "Towing a Trailer" in the Index. IL Pull the shift lever toward you. 2-25