1999 CADILLAC ESCALADE tailgate

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2-40
The driver's door has a switch for the passenger
windows as well. Your power windows will work when
the ignition has been turned to ACCESSORY or RUN or
when Retained Accessory Power (RAP) is present. See
ªRetained Accessory Powerº in the Index.
Push the rear of the switch with the power window
symbol on it to lower the window.
Push the front of the switch with the power window
symbol on it to raise the window.
The driver's window switch has an express
-down
feature. Press and hold the side of the window switch
marked AUTO for one second to activate the
express
-down mode. The express-down mode can be
canceled at any time by pressing the opposite side of the
switch. To open the window partway, lightly tap the
switch until the window is at the desired position.
The power window switch has a lockout feature. This
feature prevents the passenger windows from operating
except from the driver's position, when the front
driver's side switch is in LOCK. When the switch is
moved to NORM, the passenger windows will
operate again.
Electric Tailgate Glass Release
(If Equipped)
Before operating your electric tailgate glass release, see
ªRear Doorsº in the the Index.
Your vehicle has the theft
-deterrent system. If it is
armed, use the transmitter, not the key to open the
tailgate or the alarm will sound. The hatch switch will
not work while the system is armed. See
ªTheft
-Deterrent Systemº in the Index.
The electric hatch release
button lets you release the
tailgate glass. To release the
glass, press the top of
the button.
Then, lift the window up to open.
The shift lever must be in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N)
for the release to work.

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2-61 Luggage Carrier
Your vehicle has a luggage carrier, which you can use to
load things on top of your vehicle.
The luggage carrier has slats and side rails attached to
the roof, and crossrails which can be moved toward the
front or the rear in the side rails to help secure cargo. Tie
the load to the tie loops or crossrails.
NOTICE:
Loading cargo that weighs more than 200 lbs.
(90.6 kg) on the luggage carrier may damage
your vehicle. When you carry large things, never
let them hang over the rear or the sides of your
vehicle. Load your cargo so that it rests on the
slats and does not scratch or damage the vehicle.
Put the cargo against the side rails and fasten it
securely to the luggage carrier.
Don't exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, see ªLoading Your Vehicleº in
the Index.To prevent damage or loss of cargo as you're driving,
check now and then to make sure the luggage carrier and
cargo are still securely fastened.
Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.

If small heavy objects are placed on the roof, place
the load in the area over the rear wheels. If you need
to, cut a piece of 3/8 inch plywood to fit inside the
crossrails and side rails to spread the load.

Tie the load to the crossrails or the side rail supports.
Use the crossrails only to keep the load from sliding.

If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails
as far apart as they will go. Tie the load to the
crossrails and tie loops. Also tie the load to the
bumpers. Do not tie the load so tightly that the
crossrails or side rails are damaged.

For the purpose of wind noise reduction, locate the
front crossrail approximately 18 to 24 inches (46 cm
to 58 cm) rearward of the front supports.

After moving the crossrails, be sure to tighten all the
slider screws.
Your vehicle has a Center High-Mounted Stoplamp
(CHMSL) located above the tailgate glass or above the
rear load doors.
If items are loaded on the roof of the vehicle, care should
be taken not to block or damage the CHMSL unit.

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2-69
A. Dome Override Switch
B. Lamp Controls
C. Air Outlets
D. Multifunction Lever
E. Instrument Panel Cluster
F. Gearshift Lever
G. Rear Window Wiper Washer Switch (If Equipped)
H. Audio System
I. Comfort Control System
J. Glove Box
K. AshtrayL. Cupholder
M. Auxiliary Power Outlets
N. Compact Disc Player
O. Electric Tailgate Glass Release (If Equipped)
P. Fog Lamp Switch
Q. Automatic Transfer Case Switch
R. Tilt Lever
S. Parking Brake Release
T. Hood Release
U. Fuse Block

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6-37 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
The individual bulbs in the CHMSL are not replaceable.
See your dealer for assistance.
Rear Lamps
1. Open the tailgate.
2. Remove the two black plastic plugs from the rear
lamp assembly access holes.
3. Remove the two rear
lamp assembly screws
inside the fender and
pull out the lamp
assembly. You may want
to use a magnetic
screwdriver when
removing the screws.
4. Remove the screws from
the bulb retainer and
take the bulb retainer off
of the lamp assembly.
5. Pull the old bulb straight out of the socket.
6. Put in a new bulb and push it straight in until
it is tight.
7. Replace the bulb retainer.
8. Replace the rear lamp assembly and tighten the
screws. You may want to use a magnetic screwdriver
when installing the screws.
9. Close the tailgate.

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6-58
Fuse/Circuit
BreakerUsage
1 Stop/TCC Switch, Buzzer, CHMSL,
Hazard Lamps, Stoplamps
2 Transfer CaseFuse/Circuit
BreakerUsage
3 Courtesy Lamps, Cargo Lamp,
Glove Box Lamp, Dome/Reading
Lamps, Vanity Mirrors,
Power Mirrors
4 Instrument Cluster, DRL Relay,
Lamp Switch, Keyless Entry,
Low Coolant Module, Illuminated
Entry Module
5 Rear Comfort Controls
6 Cruise Control
7 Auxiliary Power Outlet
8 Crank
9 License Lamp, Parking Lamps,
Taillamps, Tailgate Lamps, Front
Sidemarkers, Fog Lamp Relay,
Door Switch Illumination,
Fender Lamps, Headlamp
Switch Illumination
10 Air Bag System
11 Wiper Motor, Washer Pump
12 A/C, A/C Blower,
High Blower Relay

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8-10
Shifting
Automatic Transmission 2-26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Into Park (P) 2-34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Out of Park (P) 2-36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shoulder Belt Height Adjuster 1-16, 1-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Signaling Turns 2-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Skidding 4-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sound Equipment, Adding 3-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications and Capacities 6-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Specifications, Engine 6-63 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speech Impaired, Customer Assistance 7-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speedometer 2-71 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speed-Sensitive Steering 4-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stains, Cleaning 6-47 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Starting Your Engine 2-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steam 5-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Steering 4-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
In Emergencies 4-10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power 4-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Speed-Sensitive 4-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tips 4-9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel, Tilt 2-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage Compartments 2-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage, Overhead 2-56 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Storage, Vehicle 6-33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Stuck: In Sand, Mud, Ice or Snow 5-32 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Sun Visors 2-64 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Symbols, Vehicle v. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tachometer 2-71 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tailgate 2-11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tailgate, Glass Release 2-40 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tape Player Care 3-21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft 2-12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft-Deterrent Feature 3-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Theft-Deterrent System 2-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Arming 2-14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Disarming 2-15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driver's Door Alarm Delay 2-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shock Sensor 2-13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turning Off 2-16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
THEFTLOCK
3-18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Thermostat 6-23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Third Gear, Automatic Transmission 2-28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tilt Steering Wheel 2-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Time, Setting the 3-7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Chains 6-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire Loading 4-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tire-Loading Information Label 4-41 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tires 6-38 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Alignment and Balance 6-45 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Buying New 6-42 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chains 6-46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing a Flat 5-19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning 6-52 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inflation 6-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .