2008 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT lock

Luggage Carrier
The vehicle may have a luggage carrier that can be
used to load things on top of the vehicle.
The luggage carrier has siderails attached to the roof.
It may also have crossrails which can be moved
back and forth to help secure cargo. Tie the load to the
siderails or siderail supports.
Notice:Loading cargo on the luggage carrier that
weighs more than 200 lbs (91 kg) or hangs over
the rear or sides of the vehicle may damage your
vehicle. Load cargo so that it rests on the slats
as far forward as possible and against the side
rails, making sure to fasten it securely.
Do not exceed the maximum vehicle capacity when
loading your vehicle. For more information on vehicle
capacity and loading, seeLoading Your Vehicle
on page 4-35.
To prevent damage or loss of cargo while you are
driving, check now and then to make sure the
luggage and cargo are still securely fastened.Be sure the cargo is properly loaded.If small heavy objects are placed on the roof, cut a
piece of 3/8 inch plywood to t inside the crossrails
and siderails to spread the load. Tie the plywood
to the siderail supports.
Tie the load to the crossrails or the siderail supports.
Use the crossrails only to keep the load from
sliding. To move a crossrail, turn the release knobs,
on both sides of the rail, counterclockwise to
loosen it. Slide the crossrail to the desired position
balancing the force side to side. Turn the release
knobs, on both sides of the rail, clockwise to tighten
it. Try to slide the crossrail back and forth slightly
to be sure it is tight.
If you need to carry long items, move the crossrails
as far apart as they will go. Tie the load to the
crossrails and the siderails or siderail supports.
Also tie the load to the bumpers. Do not tie the
load so tightly that the crossrails or siderails
are damaged.
After moving a crossrail, be sure it is securely
locked into the siderail.
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Your vehicle has a Center High-Mounted
Stoplamp (CHMSL) located above the rear glass.
When loading items on the roof, take care not
to block or damage the CHMSL.
Rear Seat Armrest
Your vehicle’s second row seat may have an
armrest/storage compartment.
Pull the loop at the top of the armrest out to lower
the armrest.
To open the compartment, push the button on
the front of the armrest and pull the top open.
Cargo Cover Panels
{CAUTION:
Improperly stored cargo cover panels could
be thrown about the vehicle during a collision
or sudden maneuver. You or others could be
injured. If you remove a panel, always store
it in the proper storage location. When you
put it back, always be sure that is securely
reattached.
Notice:Exceeding the weight limit of 250 lbs
(113 kg) can damage the cargo covers, and the
repairs would not be covered by your warranty.
Do not put anything on top of the cargo covers over
the weight limit.
Your vehicle has a three-piece cargo cover system.
The cargo panels can be removed and stored in
the cargo area of the vehicle.
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To remove a cargo panel(s), do the following:
1. Lower the tailgate. SeeTailgate on page 2-23
for more information on the tailgate.
Before removing the cargo panel(s), notice the
numbers embossed on the upper center portion
of each panel. The panels are labeled 1, 2 and 3.
Corresponding numbered labels are also on
the bottom of the panels. These numbers on the
top and bottom of the panels will be used as
reference in the steps for removing, storing and
reinstalling the panels.2. Remove cargo panel 3 by pulling the left and right
cargo panel latches, located on the bottom of
each cargo panel, toward you to unlock the cargo
panel latches.
3. Pull the cargo panel up and then out from the side
rails and set it aside. You only need to remove
as many cargo panels as needed for your cargo
carrying needs.
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Cargo Panel Storage System
The three cargo panels can be stored in the cargo area
using the storage strap system. To store the panels,
do the following:1. Secure the storage
strap system in the
cargo storage area
by attaching the
six clips on the cargo
strap system to
the tie down locations
on either side of
the storage area.
Always use the storage strap system to store the
cargo panels during driving.
Before storing the cargo panels, be sure that their
latches are in the locked position. The latches are
in the locked position when they are parallel to
the front and back edge of the panel.
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7. Close both cross locks at the center of the strap
system to secure tightly.
Panels 3, 2, 1 Loaded
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Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels
To reinstall a cargo panel do the following.
1. You can either leave the strap system attached
to the side of the cargo area while it is not in
use, or you can store it inside the top box
storage compartment. SeeTop-Box Storage
on page 2-86for more information.
2. Starting with cargo panel 1, place the latches in
the unlocked position. Place cargo panel 1 on
the cargo area rails while holding the back of
the cargo panel up.Push the panel forward until it is snug against
the Midgate
®and then let the back of the
panel down being sure that the pegs align with
the receivers.
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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3. Push both left latches away from you to lock the
latches. Remember that there are four latches
total for panel 1. You should hear a click when
each latch locks correctly. Lock the remaining
two right latches on panel 1.
The left latch on the cargo covers must be locked
in place before you can lock the right latch. If you
do not follow this exactly, the cargo cover panels
may not lock in place correctly.4. Install cargo cover 2 next. Place the latches in
the unlocked position. Place the cargo cover
panel on the cargo area rails while holding the
back of the cargo panel up.
Push the panel forward until it is snug against the
other panel and then let the back of the panel down
being sure that the pegs align with the receivers.
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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5. Push the latches away from you, starting with the
left latch, to lock the panel in place. You should
hear a click when each latch locks correctly.
6. Install cargo cover 3 next. Place the latches in
the unlocked position. Place the cargo cover
panel on the cargo area rails while holding the
back of the cargo panel up.Push the panel forward until it is snug against the
other panel and then let the back of the panel down
being sure that the pegs align with the receivers.
Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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