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Installation Procedure Cadillac Escalade GMT800

Lighting Systems 5 illustrations ~1724 words

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the stop lamp switch (2).
  2. Install the pushrod retaining clip (4).
  3. Connect the electrical connector to the stop lamp switch (2).

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Scheme 245: Removal Procedure
Scheme 245: Removal Procedure

Scheme 246

Scheme 246
Scheme 246
  1. Remove the instrument cluster bezel. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) REPLACEMENT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Unsnap the switch from the housing.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  4. Remove the switch.
  1. Connect the electrical connectors.
  2. Install the headlamp switch by snapping the headlamps switch into place.
  3. Install the bezel to the instrument panel. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) REPLACEMENT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  1. Remove the instrument panel bezel. Refer to BEZEL REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) CLUSTER in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  2. Pull out the accessary switch housing.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  4. Remove the head lamp leveling switch from the accessary switch housing.
  1. Install the head lamp leveling switch into accessary switch housing.
  2. Connect the electrical connectors.
  3. Install the accessary switch housing.
  4. Install the instrument panel bezel. Refer to BEZEL REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) CLUSTER in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  1. Remove the instrument cluster bezel. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) REPLACEMENT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Remove the fog lamp switch and cargo switch from the housing.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector(s) from the fog lamp switch.
  4. Remove the fog lamp and cargo lamp switch from the housing.
  1. Connect the electrical connector(s) to the fog lamp and cargo lamp switch.
  2. Install the fog lamp switch into the housing.
  3. Install the IP trim bezel to the instrument panel. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER (IPC) REPLACEMENT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  1. Remove the instrument panel bezel. Refer to BEZEL REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (UP) CLUSTER in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
  2. Pull out the accessary switch housing.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
  4. Remove the fog lamp switch from the accessary switch housing.
  1. Install the fog lamp switch into accessary switch housing.
  2. Connect the electrical connectors.
  3. Install the accessary switch housing.
  4. Install the instrument panel bezel. Refer to BEZEL REPLACEMENT - INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) CLUSTER in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.

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Scheme 247: Removal Procedure
Scheme 247: Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the instrument panel top cover. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) CARRIER REPLACEMENT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) to the ambient light sensor on the underside of the IP top cover.
  3. Turn the ambient light sensor 1/4 turn and remove it from the IP top cover.
  1. Install the ambient light sensor to the underside of the IP top cover, turning it 1/4 turn to secure it in place.
  2. Connect the electrical connector (1) to the ambient light sensor on the underside of the IP top cover.
  3. Install the instrument panel top cover. Refer to INSTRUMENT PANEL (I/P) CARRIER REPLACEMENT in Instrument Panel, Gages and Console.
  1. Use a flat-bladed tool in order to pry off the exterior courtesy lamp assembly.
  2. Disconnect the electrical wires.
  3. Remove the 2 retaining screws.
  4. Remove the bulb.
  1. Install the bulb. NOTE: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
  2. Install the 2 retaining screws. Tighten Tighten the screws to 2 N.m (17 lb in).
  3. Connect the electrical wires.
  4. Install the exterior courtesy lamp into the rear view mirror pressing into place until fully seated.
  1. Gently push the assembly toward the front edge of the door.
  2. Lift the rear of the assembly from the door by using a small flat tool.
  3. Remove the courtesy lamp/reflector from the door panel.
  4. Twist and remove the socket container from the housing.
  5. Remove the bulb from the socket (if replacement is required).
  1. Install the bulb into the socket.
  2. Install the lens to the vehicle.
  3. Install the bulb and socket assembly into the housing into the lens (if equipped).
  4. Insert the tab on the assembly into the slot in the door panel at the front edge.
  5. Pivot the assembly into the door panel.
  6. Press the lens at the rear until the lens snaps into place.
  1. Lower the instrument panel storage compartment door by pressing in the tab.
  2. With one hand holding the plunger of the switch, use a small screw driver to push in the tabs on each side while pulling outwards.
  3. Pull the switch assembly from the I/P.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  5. Remove the bulb (1).
  1. Install the bulb (1) into the socket.
  2. Connect the electrical connector.
  3. Install the switch until the tabs (1) click in place.
  4. Close the compartment door.
  1. Remove the lamp lens assembly using a small screw driver.
  2. Remove the dome lamp assembly from the headliner.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  4. Remove the bulb.
  1. Install the bulb.
  2. Connect the electrical connector.
  3. Install the dome lamp assembly into the headliner.
  4. Press the lens into place.
  1. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  2. Squeeze the lower tab. Remove the underhood lamp from the hood.
  3. Remove the lens cover. Use a small flat bladed tool in order to pry the cover off.
  4. Remove the bulb from the socket.
  1. Install the bulb to the socket.
  2. Install the lens cover.
  3. Install the underhood lamp to the hood.
  4. Connect the in-line electrical connector.
CAUTIONThe high intensity discharge system produces high voltage and current. To reduce the risk of severe shocks and burns: Never open the high intensity discharge system ballast or the arc tube assembly starter. Never probe between the high intensity discharge system ballast output connector and the arc tube assembly.
CAUTIONThe high intensity discharge system produces high voltage and current. In order to reduce the risk of severe shocks and burns, the battery negative cable must be disconnected any time service work is being performed on or around the high intensity discharge system.

Note. When removing or replacing the arc tube, the arc tube must not contact the side of the headlamp housing or the bulb shield. Damage to the arc tube may result.

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Scheme 248
Scheme 248
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE in Engine Electrical.
  2. Remove the headlamp. Refer to «HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT (EXCEPT AVALANCHE)»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lighting-systems) or «HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT (AVALANCHE)»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lighting-systems) or «HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT (CADILLAC)»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lighting-systems) or «HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT (HID)»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lighting-systems) .
  3. Remove the arc tube cover from the headlamp housing.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector (1) from the arc tube.
  5. Remove the arc tube by pressing retaining clip (2) downward to release clip.
  6. Remove arc tube.
  1. Install arc tube into the headlamp housing.
  2. Press down on retaining clip (2) to lock arc tube in place and reconnect electrical connector (1).
  3. Install the arc tube cover to the headlamp housing.
  4. Install the headlamp to the vehicle. Refer to «HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT (EXCEPT AVALANCHE)»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lighting-systems) or «HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT (AVALANCHE)»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lighting-systems) or «HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT (CADILLAC)»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lighting-systems) or «HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY OR HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT (HID)»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lighting-systems) .
  5. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE in Engine Electrical.
CAUTIONHalogen bulbs contain gas under pressure. Handling a bulb improperly could cause it to shatter into flying glass fragments. To help avoid personal injury: Turn off the lamp switch and allow the bulb to cool before changing the bulb. Leave the lamp switch OFF until the bulb change is complete. Always wear eye protection when changing a halogen bulb. Handle the bulb only by its base. Avoid touching the glass. Keep dirt and moisture off the bulb. Properly dispose of the used bulb. Keep halogen bulbs out of the reach of children.

Note. Avoid touching the bulb or letting the bulb come in contact with anything damp. Oil from your skin or moisture on the bulb can cause the bulb to explode when the bulb is turned on. If either comes in contact with the bulb, clean the bulb with alcohol or a suitable degreaser and wipe the bulb dry.

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Rotate the headlamp retainer pins outward.
  3. Remove the headlamp retainer pins.
  4. Pull out the headlamp assembly in order to access the electrical connector.
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  6. Remove the bulb from the headlamp assembly by twisting the bulb counterclockwise.
IMPORTANTReplace a high beam bulb with another high beam bulb. The high beam bulb has a red gasket. Replace a low beam bulb with another low beam bulb. The low beam bulb has a gray tip and a yellow gasket at the base.
  1. Install the new bulb to the headlamp assembly by twisting the bulb clockwise in order to lock in place.
  2. Connect the electrical connector to the bulb.
  3. Install the headlamp assembly.
  4. Install the headlamp retainer pins.
  5. Rotate inward and lock the pins in place.
  6. Inspect the operation.
CAUTIONHalogen bulbs contain gas under pressure. Handling a bulb improperly could cause it to shatter into flying glass fragments. To help avoid personal injury: Turn off the lamp switch and allow the bulb to cool before changing the bulb. Leave the lamp switch OFF until the bulb change is complete. Always wear eye protection when changing a halogen bulb. Handle the bulb only by its base. Avoid touching the glass. Keep dirt and moisture off the bulb. Properly dispose of the used bulb. Keep halogen bulbs out of the reach of children.

Note. Avoid touching the bulb or letting the bulb come in contact with anything damp. Oil from your skin or moisture on the bulb can cause the bulb to explode when the bulb is turned on. If either comes in contact with the bulb, clean the bulb with alcohol or a suitable degreaser and wipe the bulb dry.

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the park/turn signal lamp assembly. Refer to «PARK/TURN SIGNAL LAMP REPLACEMENT (EXCEPT AVALANCHE)»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lighting-systems) or «PARK/TURN SIGNAL LAMP REPLACEMENT (AVALANCHE)»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lighting-systems) .
  3. Remove the headlamp retainer pins.
  4. Pull out the headlamp assembly in order to access the electrical connector.
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  6. Remove the bulb from the headlamp assembly by twisting the bulb counterclockwise.
IMPORTANTReplace a high beam bulb with another high beam bulb. The high beam bulb has a red gasket. Replace a low beam bulb with another low beam bulb. The low beam bulb has a gray tip and a yellow gasket at the base.
  1. Install the new bulb to the headlamp assembly by twisting the bulb clockwise in order to lock in place.
  2. Connect the electrical connector to the bulb.
  3. Install the headlamp assembly.
  4. Install the headlamp retainer pins.
  5. Rotate and lock the pins in place.
  6. Install the park/turn signal lamp assembly. Refer to «PARK/TURN SIGNAL LAMP REPLACEMENT (EXCEPT AVALANCHE)»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lighting-systems) or «PARK/TURN SIGNAL LAMP REPLACEMENT (AVALANCHE)»(/cadillac/escalade/gmt800-2001-2006/remont/exterior-lights/#lighting-systems) .
  7. Inspect the operation.
CAUTIONHalogen bulbs contain gas under pressure. Handling a bulb improperly could cause it to shatter into flying glass fragments. To help avoid personal injury: Turn off the lamp switch and allow the bulb to cool before changing the bulb. Leave the lamp switch OFF until the bulb change is complete. Always wear eye protection when changing a halogen bulb. Handle the bulb only by its base. Avoid touching the glass. Keep dirt and moisture off the bulb. Properly dispose of the used bulb. Keep halogen bulbs out of the reach of children.

Note. Avoid touching the bulb or letting the bulb come in contact with anything damp. Oil from your skin or moisture on the bulb can cause the bulb to explode when the bulb is turned on. If either comes in contact with the bulb, clean the bulb with alcohol or a suitable degreaser and wipe the bulb dry.

  1. Remove the front grille. Refer to GRILLE REPLACEMENT (CADILLAC) or GRILLE REPLACEMENT (AVALANCHE) in Exterior Trim.
  2. Remove the headlamp retainer pins.
  3. Pull out the headlamp assembly in order to access the electrical connector.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  5. Remove the rubber cup to gain access the headlamp bulbs.
  6. Remove the bulbs.
IMPORTANTReplace a high beam bulb with another high beam bulb. The high beam bulb has a red gasket. Replace a low beam bulb with another low beam bulb. The low beam bulb has a gray tip and a yellow gasket at the base.
  1. Install the bulbs.
  2. Install the rubber cup.
  3. Connect the electrical connector to the lamp assembly.
  4. Install the lamp assembly to the vehicle.
  5. Install the headlamp assembly retainer pins.
  6. Install the front grille. Refer to GRILLE REPLACEMENT (CADILLAC) or GRILLE REPLACEMENT (AVALANCHE) in Exterior Trim.
CAUTIONThe high intensity discharge system produces high voltage and current. To reduce the risk of severe shocks and burns: Never open the high intensity discharge system ballast or the arc tube assembly starter. Never probe between the high intensity discharge system ballast output connector and the arc tube assembly.

Scheme 249

Scheme 249
Scheme 249

Note. When removing or replacing the arc tube, the arc tube must not contact the side of the headlamp housing or the bulb shield. Damage to the arc tube may result.

  1. Remove the front grille. Refer to GRILLE REPLACEMENT (CADILLAC) or GRILLE REPLACEMENT (AVALANCHE) in Exterior Trim.
  2. Remove the headlamp retainer pins.
  3. Pull out the headlamp assembly in order to access the electrical connector.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  5. Remove the rubber cups to gain access to the headlamp bulbs.
  6. Remove the bulbs.
  1. Install the bulbs.
  2. Install the lamp assembly to the vehicle.
  3. Install the rubber cups.
  4. Connect the electrical connector to the lamp assembly.
  5. Install the headlamp assembly retainer pins.
  6. Install the front grille. Refer to GRILLE REPLACEMENT (CADILLAC) or GRILLE REPLACEMENT (AVALANCHE) in Exterior Trim.