Cadillac Escalade: Electric Brake Control Wiring Provisions - Towing Equipment - Towing - Driving and Operating - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Electric Brake Control Wiring Provisions

These wiring provisions are included with the vehicle as part of the trailer wiring package. These provisions are for an electric brake controller. The instrument panel contains blunt cut wires near the data link connector for the trailer brake controller. The harness contains the following wires:

  • Dark Blue: Brake Signal to Trailer Connector
  • Red/Black: Battery
  • Light Blue/White: Brake Switch
  • White: Ground

It should be installed by your dealer or a qualified service center.

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