2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT Owners Manual

5. Close both cross locks at the center of the strapsystem to secure tightly.
Panels 3, 2, 1 Loaded
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Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels
The strap system can remain attached to the side of the
cargo area while it is not in use, or it can be stored
inside the top box storage compartment. SeeTop-Box
Storage
on page 3‑76for more information.
To reinstall a cargo panel:
1. 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.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
Place the cover on the cargo box within 4 inches of
the Midgate
®and lower the rear of the panel within
2 to 3 inches from the top of the cargo box. Push
the cover forward making sure that the guide block
engages the retainer bracket opening. Continue to
push forward until the panel is fully seated against
the Midgate. Then lower the rear of the cover to
engage the striker pegs (A) to align with the striker
assembly (B).
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2. The driver side cargo cover panel latch must lockin place before the passenger side latch can be
locked. If this procedure is not followed exactly,
the cargo cover panels might not correctly lock in
place. Push the driver side latch toward the front
of the vehicle to lock the cover in position. A click
sounds when each latch locks. Lock the remaining
passenger side latch on panel 1. 3. Install cargo cover 2 followed by 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.
Driver Side Shown, Passenger Side Similar
Push the panel forward until it is snug against the
other panel and then let the back of the panel
down making sure that the pegs (A) align with the
receivers (B).
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4. Push the latches toward the front of the vehicle,starting with the driver side latch, to lock the panel
in place. A click sounds when each latch locks
correctly.
Folding and Storage of Straps
Fold the straps for storing inside the top box storage
compartment:
1. Extend the six strap ends on a flat surface.
2. Fold the four primary strap ends towards the center
as shown.
3. Take the short strap and surround the foldedwebbing, forming a package.
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4. Take the secondary strap and wrap it around thefolded webbing , forming a package. Finally, attach
the hooks to the webbing and place inside the top
box storage compartment.
Cargo Tie Downs
Cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area can be used to
secure cargo.
All-Weather Cargo Area
The vehicle's cargo area can be used in many different
configurations—cargo panels on or off, Midgate®up
or down, rear window in or out. It has features that
help resist the elements and help protect cargo. It is
designed to quickly direct water through the top drain
grates, side rail channels, catch cups, Midgate
®drain,
cargo area floor drains and the rubber cargo mat.
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Even when all of these things are working properly and
the cover system is on, there may be some instances
(heavy rains, automated car washes, etc.) when water
can collect in the following areas:
A. Top drain grates
B. Removable frontdrain grate (Midgate
®
drain grate) C. Side rail channels and
catch cups
D. Front drains E. Water drainage area
around both sides of
the cargo box and
tailgate side F. Rear drains
G. Cargo floor H. Cargo mat
Maintenance and Cleaning
To ensure that the water management system performs
properly, be sure that the Midgate®, tailgate and cover
system are fully closed and that all parts are clean and
not blocked with debris. Follow the instructions for the
proper procedures on cleaning each item.
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Top Drain Grates–Removal and
Cleaning
The top drain grates are located near the rear window
on both sides of the vehicle. Clean the grates and
drains if there is a blockage. To remove each drain grate:
1. Remove the cargo panels. See Cargo Cover
Panels
on page 3‑62for more information.
2. Grasp the edges of the grate and pull it out from the vehicle. Flush the drain with clean water.
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To replace the drain grate:
1. Line up the clips on the vehicle with the slots in thegrate and firmly push the grate down.
Do not force the grate. If it will not clip into place,
realign the clips with the holes and try again.
Side Rail Channels
The side rail channels are located on top of both sides
of the cargo area. They may need to be flushed out with
clean water if debris is collecting inside of them.
Carefully load cargo into the cargo area, so that the
rails do not get damaged.
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