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Cadillac XT4 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
13527548) - 2020 - CRC - 4/10/19
160 DRIVING AND OPERATING
to a lower gear. Any sudden
changes could cause the tires to
slide.
Remember: Antilock brakes help avoid
only the braking skid.
Off-Road Driving
All-wheel-drive vehicles can be used
for off-road driving. Vehicles without
all-wheel drive and vehicles not
equipped with All Terrain (AT) or
On-Off Road (OOR) tires must not be
driven off-road except on a level, solid
surface. To contact the tire
manufacturer for more information
about the original equipment tires, see
the warranty manual.
Controlling the vehicle is the key to
successful off-road driving. One of the
best ways to control the vehicle is to
control the speed.
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Warning
When driving off-road, bouncing
and quick changes in direction can
easily throw you out of position.
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Warning (Continued)
This could cause you to lose control
and crash. You and your passengers
should always wear seat belts.
Before Driving Off-Road
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Have all necessar y maintenance
and ser vice work completed.
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Fuel the vehicle, fill fluid levels,
and check inf lation pressure in all
tires, including the spare,
if equipped.
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Read all the information about
all-wheel-drive vehicles in this
manual.
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Make sure all underbody shields,
if equipped, are properly attached.
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Know the local laws that apply to
off-road driving.
To gain more ground clearance if
needed, it may be necessar y to remove
the front fascia lower air dam.
However, driving without the air dam
reduces fuel economy.
Caution
Operating the vehicle for extended
periods without the front fascia
lower air dam installed can cause
improper airflow to the engine.
Reattach the front fascia air dam
after off-road driving.
Loading the Vehicle for Off-Road
Driving
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Warning
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Unsecured cargo on the load
floor can be tossed about
when driving over rough
terrain. You or your
passengers can be struck by
flying objects. Secure the
cargo properly.
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Keep cargo in the cargo area
as far forward and as low as
possible. The heaviest things
should be on the floor,
forward of the rear axle.
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