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:
Steering Wheel Adjustment
Push the control up or down to tilt the steering wheel up or down.
To set the memory position, see Vehicle Personalization . ...
If Steam Is Coming from the Engine Compartment
WARNING
Steam from an overheated engine can burn you badly, even if you just open the
hood. Stay away from the engine if you see or hear steam coming from it. Turn it
off and get everyone away ...
Opening the hood
1. Pull the hood release lever, located in the left-hand front footwell.
2. Lift the hood safety catch lever, located below the center point of the hood,
then raise the hood. ...
