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:
Intelligent Key operating range
The Intelligent Key functions can only be
used when the Intelligent Key is within the
specified operating range from the request
switch 1 .
When the Intelligent Key battery is discharged
o ...
4WD warning light
The 4WD warning light is located in the
meter.
The 4WD warning light comes on when the
ignition switch is placed in the ON position.
It turns off soon after the engine is
started.
If any ...
Transmission Messages
MANUAL SHIFT
This message displays when the automatic transmission is in manual mode. See
Manual Mode for more information.
TRANSMISSION HOT IDLE ENGINE
Notice: Do not drive the vehicl ...