Cadillac ESCALADE 2023 Use & Care Manual page 15

E L E C T R O N I C P R E C I S I O N
S H I F T
The automatic transmission shift pattern is displayed on 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
forward 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.
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Optional equipment
A
B
D R I V E R M O D E S E L E C T O R
The Driver Mode Selector settings automatically adjust various
vehicle 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.
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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.
My Mode – Allows the engine sound, steering and braking feel
to be customized to your preference.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner's Manual.
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