CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT 2003 2.G Owners Manual

2. Starting with cargo panel 1 (the panel with four
latches), load the cargo panel with latches at the top
of the bag and facing outboard (side of panel with no
latches should be facing you as you load the panel).3. Store cargo panel 2 by loading the cargo panel with
latches down and facing inboard (side of panel with
latches would be facing you as you load the panel).
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4. Store cargo panel 3 by loading the cargo panel with
latches at the top of the bag and facing outboard
(side of panel with no latches should be facing you
as you load the panel).
5. Zip the bag shut.6. Tighten both straps on the bag by pulling on the
free end of the straps.
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7. Close both top and bottom mechanisms at the
center of the bag (bag should now be tightly
secured).
Reinstalling the Cargo Cover Panels
You only need to reinstall as many cargo panels
as you wish.
1. Remove the cargo panel(s) from the storage bag.
You can either leave the bag attached to the side
of the cargo area while it is not in use, or you
can store it outside of the vehicle.
2. Starting with cargo panel 1, place the latches in the
open (unlocked) position. Place cargo panel 1 on
the cargo area rails while holding the back of
the cargo panel up.
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Push the panel forward until it is snug against the
Midgate and then let the back of the panel down
being sure that the alignment pegs align with
the receivers (see arrow).3. Push both left latches away from you to lock the
latches (remember that there are two latches on
each side for panel 1). You should hear a click when
each latch locks correctly. Lock the remaining two
right latches on panel 1.
For any cargo cover panel you must lock the left
latch 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. Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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4. Install cargo cover 2 next. Place the latches in the
open (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 alignment pegs align with the
receivers (see arrow).5. Push the latches away from you (start 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
open (unlocked) position. Place the cargo cover
panel on the cargo area rails while holding the back
of the cargo panel up. Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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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 alignment pegs align with the
receivers (see arrow).7. Push the latches away from you (start with the left
latch) to lock the panel in place. You should hear a
click when each latch locks correctly. Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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Cargo Tie Downs
There are eight cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area.
You can use these to strap cargo in. The tie downs
are also used to secure the cargo cover panel storage
bag. For more information see ªCargo Cover Panelsº
earlier in this section.
All-Weather Cargo Area
Your vehicle has the ability to operate in many different
con®gurations (cargo panels on or off, midgate up or
down, rear glass in or out), allowing the cargo and
passenger area to be open to the environment. To allow
the vehicle to operate in these con®gurations, it is
equipped with many different features to help it resist
the elements and protect cargo inside the cargo
area. Some of the features that help with this are the
following: top drain grates, side rail channels, catch
cups, midgate drain, cargo area ¯oor drains and
the rubber cargo mat. These are all part of the water
management system, which is designed to quickly direct
water out of the cargo box.
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Even when the water management system is working
properly and the cover system is on, there may be some
instances (heavy rains, automated car washes, etc.)
when water may be present in the following areas:A. Top drain grates
B. Removable front drain 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 ¯oor
H. Cargo mat (central area of mat is intended to be dry)
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 each element of
the water management system is clean and not blocked
with debris. Follow the instructions given next in this
section for the proper procedures on cleaning each item
of the water management system.
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Top Drain Grates ± Removal and
Cleaning
The top drain grates are located near the rear glass on
both sides of the vehicle. You may need to clean the
grates and drains if there seems to be blockage. But ®rst
you will have to remove the drain grates by pulling
them off of the vehicle. To remove each drain grate,
do the following:
1. Start with the cargo panels off. See
Cargo Cover
Panels on page 2-55for 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 do the following:
1. Line up the clips on the vehicle with the slots in the
grate.
2. When you are sure that the clips are aligned with
the slots, push the grate down ®rmly.
The grate should clip into place. Don't force the grate
if it won't 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. You may want to ¯ush them out
with clean water if you notice any debris collecting inside
of them.
When loading cargo into the cargo area, be careful not
to damage the rails.
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