Starting and Operating Instructions. . . 254You'll find other importantinformation in this manual. See"Vehicle Loading", "LuggageCarrier" and "Tires".Environmental ConcernsOff-road driving can providewholesome and satisfyingrecreation. However, it also raisesenvironmental concerns. GeneralMotors recognizes these concernsand urges every off-roader tofollow these basic rules forprotecting the environment.• Always use established trails,roads and areas that have beenspecially set aside for publicoff-road recreational driving;obey all posted regulations.• Avoid any driving practice thatcould damage the environ-ment - shrubs, flowers, trees,grasses - or disturb wildlife (thisincludes wheel-spinning,breaking down trees orunnecessary driving throughstreams or over soft ground).• Always carry a litter bag ...make sure all refuse is removedfrom any campsite beforeleaving.• Take extreme care with openfires, camp stoves and lanterns.• Never park your vehicle overdry grass or other combustiblematerials that could catch firefrom the heat of the vehicle’sexhaust system.AKENG44_Escalade Page 254 Wednesday, July 16, 2008 12:22 PM