torque CADILLAC ESCALADE 2021 Convenience & Personalization Guide

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ELECTRONIC PRECISION SHIFTDRIVER MODE SELECTOR
The automatic transmission shift pattern is displayed on top of the shift lever with the selected gear position illuminated in red. The shift lever always starts in the center position and, after shifting, returns to the center position.
Park – Press the button (A) on top of the lever to shift into Park. To shift out of Park, press the brake pedal and then press and hold the shift lock button (B) while selecting the desired gear.
Reverse – Press the brake pedal and then press and hold the shift lock button (B) while moving the lever for-ward completely (pass the detent) to shift into Reverse.
Neutral – Move the lever forward (to the detent) to shift into Neutral.
Note: The transmission will not stay in Neutral for an extended period. It will automatically shift into\
Park. See Car Wash Mode.
Drive – From Park, press the brake pedal and then press and hold the shift lock button (B) while moving the lever rearward to shift into Drive. From Reverse, move the lever rearward to shift into Drive.
Tap Shift Mode – With the transmission in Drive, pull back on the shift lever to shift manually. Pull the left steering wheel paddle to downshift and the right paddle to upshift. Pull back on the shift lever again to return to Drive.
Car Wash Mode – When entering an automatic car wash, press the brake pedal and move the lever forward (to the detent) to shift into Neutral. Release the brake pedal.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
The Driver Mode Selector settings automatically adjust various vehi-cle control systems based on driving preferences, weather and road conditions. The modes are displayed on the Cluster Display.
Press the MODE button on the left side of the instrument panel to select a different driving mode.
Available modes may include:
Tour – Use in normal
driving for a smooth ride.
Sport – Use for enhanced responsiveness. Performance Shift Features are enabled when spirited driving is detected.
Snow/Ice (2WD only) – Use for enhanced acceleration on slippery surfaces.
Off-Road (4WD♦ only) – Use for enhanced control on unpaved roads or trails at moderate speeds. Accelerator pedal mapping, steering, ride height and other systems are modified.
Tow/Haul – Use to reduce shift cycling when towing or hauling heavy loads in stop-and-go traffic or rolling hills.
TERRAIN MODE (4WD SINGLE-SPEED TRANSFER CASE ONLY)♦
Press the button for enhanced control in low-speed off-road conditions. The transmission will hold a lower gear longer to maximize engine torque. The system automatically provides light vehicle braking to simulate engine vehicle braking. Only available with the single-speed transfer case when in 4
4
2
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See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
♦ Optional equipment
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