Cadillac Escalade Owner's Manual page 150

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Instrumentation and Controls
Do not overload the vehicle.
See "Vehicle Loading" in Section 3.
Here are some things to keep in
mind:
• When loading things on the
roof of the vehicle, take care
not to block or damage the
center high-mounted stoplight.
• If small heavy objects are to be
loaded onto the luggage
carrier, place the load in the
area over the rear wheels. If
necessary, cut a piece of
plywood to fit inside the
crossrails and side rails to
spread the load. Tie the
plywood to the side rail
supports.
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Tie the load to the siderails or
the siderail supports. Use the
crossrails only to keep the load
from sliding.
If you need to move crossrails
forward or backward along the
siderails, you must first loosen
their release knobs by turning
them counterclockwise.
Slide the crossrail to the desired
position, balancing the force
side to side.
Tighten the release knobs and
try to slide the crossrail back
and forth slightly to be sure it is
securely in place.
• After moving a crossrail, be
sure the crossrail is securely
locked into the side rail.
• When carrying long items,
move the crossrails as far apart
as possible. Secure the load to
the luggage carrier. Also tie the
load to the bumpers. Do not tie
the load so tightly that the
crossrails or side rails are
damaged.
• To prevent damage or loss of
cargo while driving, check
periodically to make sure
that the cargo is still securely
fastened.