2004 Cadillac SRX Owner's Manual - Page 276

Q: Are there some things I should not do when driving down a hill? A: Q: Am I likely to stall when going downhill? A: It is much more likely to happen going uphill. But if it happens going downhill, here is what to do. Yes! These are important because if you ignore them you could lose control and have a serious accident. across the incline of the hill. A hill that is not too steep to drive down may be too steep to drive across. You could roll over if you do not drive straight down. • Stop your vehicle by applying the regular brakes. Apply the parking brake. • When driving downhill, avoid turns that take you • Shift to PARK (P) and, while still braking, restart the engine. • Shift back to a low gear, release the parking brake, and drive straight down. • Never go downhill with the transmission in NEUTRAL (N). This is called "free wheeling." Your brakes will have to do all the work and could overheat and fade. • If the engine will not start, get out and get help. 4-26