CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT 2004 2.G Owners Manual

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.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
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.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. 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 pegs align with the receivers.7. 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. Left Side Shown, Right Side Similar
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Cargo Tie Downs
There are cargo tie downs in the rear cargo area that
you can use 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 features to help it resist the elements and
protect cargo inside the cargo area. Parts of the
water management system, which is designed to quickly
direct water out of the cargo box, are the top drain
grates, side rail channels, catch cups, midgate drain,
cargo area ¯oor drains and the rubber cargo mat.
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:
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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.To remove each drain grate, do the following:
1. Remove the cargo panels. See
Cargo Cover Panels
on page 2-56for 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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Midgate Drain Grate Removal and
Cleaning
The midgate drain grate is located near the base of the
midgate in the cargo area. You will ®nd a removable
drain grate covering the drain.
After hauling dirt, wood chips, pebbles etc. you will need
to ¯ush the midgate drain with water. But ®rst you will
have to remove the drain grate by using the following
steps:1. Lower the midgate. See
Midgate on page 2-13for
more information.
2. Pull up on the rear side of the drain grate.
3. Tilt the drain grate away from you and pull it
straight out.
Reverse the procedure to reinstall the drain grate.
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Cargo Area Floor Drains
Your vehicle also has four cargo-area ¯oor drains
located under the cargo mat near the sides of the cargo
area. These drains should be cleaned periodically to
allow water to exit the cargo area.
The cargo mat has cutouts for the drains. You can ¯ush
the drains through the cutouts, but if the cargo area
is extremely dirty you can lift up the edges of the cargo
¯oor mat or take the whole mat out and ¯ush the
drains with water.
Top-Box Storage
Your vehicle is equipped with top-box storage units
on both side of the vehicle. The passenger side top
box contains the tools you will need to change a
¯at tire.
Use the ignition/door key to unlock the top box if it is
locked. Press the key cylinder button and swing the lid
open. Turn on the cargo lamps (if equipped) if you
need more light inside the top boxes. See ªCargo
Lampsº under
Exterior Lamps on page 3-15for more
information on cargo lamps. Use the ignition/door key to
lock the top-box storage units.
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Sunroof
Your vehicle may be equipped with a power sliding
sunroof. To open or close your sunroof, the ignition
needs to be on or RAP needs to be active. See
ªRetained Accessory Powerº under
Ignition Positions on
page 2-30.
Press and release the rear side of the button located in
the front overhead console to express-open the glass
panel and sunshade. To close the glass panel,
press and hold the front of the button. The glass will not
be fully seated unless the button is held until the
glass stops moving. With the sunroof closed, press the
forward side of the button to open the sunroof to the
vent position.The sunroof is also equipped with a sunshade which
you can pull forward to block sun rays.
If a hand, arm, or other object is blocking the sunroof
glass panel as it is closing, the glass panel will stop
at the obstruction. After the obstruction is removed, the
glass panel can be closed or opened.
Use care not to leave the sunroof open for long periods
of time as debris may collect in the tracks.
If the battery has been recharged, disconnected or is
not working, you may need to reprogram the sunroof. To
do this, start the vehicle and press the forward side of
the sunroof button until the glass panel moves to a fully
closed position. Release, and press again to move to
the vent position which occurs when the sunroof is fully
tilted rearward. This will reset the memory and enable
the sunroof to function properly.
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