2000 Cadillac Escalade Owner's Manual - Page 194

D What's beyond the hill? Is there a cliff, an embankment, a drop-off, a fence? Get out and walk the hill if you don't know. It's the smart way to find out. CAUTION: Turning or driving across steep hills can be dangerous. You could lose traction, slide sideways, and possibly roll over. You could be seriously injured or killed. When driving up hills, always try to go straight up. D Is the hill simply too rough? Steep hills often have ruts, gullies, troughs and exposed rocks because they are more susceptible to the effects of erosion. Driving Uphill Once you decide you can safely drive up the hill, you need to take some special steps. D Use a low gear and get a firm grip on the steering wheel. D Ease up on your speed as you approach the top of the hill. D Get a smooth start up the hill and try to maintain D Attach a flag to the vehicle to make you more visible to approaching traffic on trails or hills. let opposing traffic know you're there. you more visible to oncoming traffic. your speed. Don't use more power than you need, because you don't want your wheels to start spinning or sliding. If the path twists and turns, you might want to find another route. D Sound the horn as you approach the top of the hill to D Use your headlamps even during the day. They make D Try to drive straight up the hill if at all possible. 4-19