Cadillac Escalade: Manual Liftgate Operation
To unlock the liftgate, press on
the power door lock switch or press
on the Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) transmittertwice, see Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
System Operation .
Press the touch pad on the underside of the liftgate handle (B) and lift up.
Use the pull cup to lower and close the liftgate. Do not press the touch pad while closing the liftgate. This will cause the liftgate to be unlatched.
Power Liftgate Operation
On vehicles with a power liftgate, the switch is on the overhead console.
The vehicle must be in P (Park) to use the power feature. The taillamps will flash and a chime will sound when the power liftgate moves.
There are several ways to open and close the power liftgate:
- Press and hold
on the RKEtransmitter until the liftgate starts moving.
- Press
on the overhead console.
- Press
on the bottom of the liftgate next to the latch to close.
Pressing a second time while the liftgate is moving reverses the direction.
To disable the power liftgate function, press OFF on the liftgate switch, see Liftgate .
Liftglass
If equipped, there are two ways to open the liftglass:
- Press the button on the underside of the license plate applique (A).
- Press
on the RKE transmitter.
Liftgate
The liftglass or liftgate cannot be opened if the rear wiper is in motion. Attempting
to open the liftglass or liftgate while the rear wiper is in motion will cause the
release of the liftglass or ...
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General Towing Information
Only use towing equipment that has been designed for the vehicle.
Contact your dealer or trailering dealer for assistance with preparing the vehicle
for towing a trailer.
See the following trailer ...
Maintenance Schedule
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
. Check the engine oil level. See Engine Oil .
Once a Month
. Check the tire inflation pressures. See Tire Pressure .
. Inspect the tires f ...
Driving on Wet Roads
Rain and wet roads can reduce vehicle traction and affect your ability to stop
and accelerate. Always drive slower in these types of driving conditions and avoid
driving through large puddles and de ...