Cadillac Escalade: Fuses and Circuit Breakers
If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems.
Look at the silver-colored band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don't have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick some feature of your vehicle that you can get along without– like the radio or accessory power outlet– and use its fuse, if it is the correct amperage. Replace it as soon as you can.
Windshield Wipers
If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windshield wipers
will stop until the motor cools and will then restart.
Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload, overlo ...
Engine Compartment Fuse Block
The Engine Compartment Fuse Block is located in the engine compartment, on the
driver side of the vehicle. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block.
If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hy ...
See also:
System self-test
After you have switched on the ignition, the
system carries out a self-diagnosis.
WARNING
A malfunction in the system has been
detected if one of the following conditions
occurs:
• ...
Driver override options
Hill Descent Control (HDC) is automatically engaged for some terrain response
programs. If required, HDC can be deselected or engaged independently of terrain
response.
The HDC status will be dis ...
Park Brake and P (Park) Mechanism Check
WARNING
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could begin to move.
You or others could be injured and property could be damaged.
Make sure there is room in front of the vehicle in case it begi ...
