Exterior
Built on the same platform as the Chevrolet Suburban and GMC Yukon XL, the Escalade ESV stretches 20.4 inches longer than the regular Escalade. Fourteen of those inches go to extending the wheelbase, which allows for larger rear doors unconstrained by wheel wells. Height increases by 1.2 inches, and width remains about the same. Despite the bigger dimensions, curb weight increases by just 126 pounds.
Exterior details are identical to the regular Escalade's, with jeweled headlights flanking Cadillac's now-familiar grille up front, and large, rectangular taillights in back. Eighteen-inch wheels are standard; 22-inch wheels are optional.
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Parking Brake
The vehicle has an Electric Parking Brake (EPB). The switch for the EPB is
in the center console.
The EPB can always be activated, even if the ignition is off. To avoid
draining the battery, ...
Returning the Third Row Seat from a Tumbled Position
To return the seat to the normal seating position:
1. Open the liftgate to access the controls for the seat.
2. Make sure there is nothing that could become trapped under the seat.
3. Release the s ...
Filling the Tank
WARNING
Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause bad injuries. To help avoid
injuries to you and others, read and follow all the instructions on the fuel pump
island. Turn off th ...