Cadillac Escalade: Trailer Brakes
A loaded trailer that weighs more than 900 kg (2,000 lbs) needs to have its own brake system that is adequate for the weight of the trailer. Be sure to read and follow the instructions for the trailer brakes so they are installed, adjusted and maintained properly.
Do not tap into the vehicle's hydraulic system.
Safety Chains
Always attach chains between the vehicle and the trailer. Cross the safety chains
under the tongue of the trailer to help prevent the tongue from contacting the road
if it becomes separated from the ...
Trailer Wiring Harness
Heavy-Duty Trailer Wiring Harness Package
The vehicle has a seven-pin universal heavy-duty trailer connector attached to
the rear bumper beam next to the integrated trailer hitch.
The seven-wire ...
See also:
Towing weights
See 182, WEIGHTS, for details of the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross train
weight, axle weights and maximum payload.
Note: When calculating rear axle loading, remember that the trailer tongue w ...
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
The underhood fuse block is located in the engine compartment, on the passenger
side of the vehicle.
Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block.
Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical ...
Electrical System Overload
The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system
overload.
When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and
closes, protecting the ci ...
