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Fuses Guide: 2011 Cadillac Escalade Fuse Diagrams and Realy

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Fuses Guide: 2011 Cadillac Escalade Fuse Diagrams and Realy

The 2011 Cadillac Escalade is a fancy and strong car that needs to be fixed up often to keep running at its best. Part of this maintenance is making sure you know how to read the fuse designs and the fuses that go with them. This guide will show you all the switch boxes in your 2011 Cadillac Escalade and explain what they do. Under the hood of the 2011 Cadillac Escalade is a fuse box that holds 12 ones. These fuses protect the headlights, taillights, turn signals, and interior lights that are powered by electricity. There is a number and color code on each fuse, which helps you find them and change them if you need to. The switch box is on the driver’s side. To get to it, open the hood. The top of this small square box is clear. To open the fuse box, slowly pull the cover-up and away from it. Fuse number 12 is set up in two rows on the inside. The first row of fuses controls the car’s outside lights, such as the headlights, taillights, and turn signals. The second row of fuses rules over the dome light, the map light, and other lights inside.

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Electrical System

Electrical System Overload

The vehicle has fuses and circuit breakers to protect against an electrical system overload. When the current electrical load is too heavy, the circuit breaker opens and closes, protecting the circuit until the current load returns to normal or the problem is fixed. This greatly reduces the chance of circuit overload and fire caused by electrical problems.
Fuses and circuit breakers protect the following in the vehicle:

  • Headlamp Wiring
  • Windshield Wiper Motor
  • Power Windows and Other Power Accessories

Replace a bad fuse with a new one of the identical size and rating. If there is a problem on the road and a fuse needs to be replaced, the same amperage fuse can be borrowed. Choose some feature of the vehicle that is not needed to use and replace it as soon as possible.

Headlamp Wiring
An electrical overload may cause the lamps to go on and off, or in some cases to remain off. Have the headlamp wiring checked right away if the lamps go on and off or remain off?

Windshield Wipers
If the wiper motor overheats due to heavy snow or ice, the windshield wipers will stop until the motor cools and will then restart. Although the circuit is protected from electrical overload, overload due to heavy snow or ice may cause wiper linkage damage. Always clear ice and heavy snow from the windshield before using the windshield wipers. If the overload is caused by an electrical problem and not snow or ice, be sure to get it fixed.

Fuses and Circuit Breakers

If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
The wiring circuits in the vehicle are protected from short circuits by a combination of fuses, circuit breakers, and fusible thermal links. This greatly reduces the chance of fires caused by electrical problems. Look at the silver-coloured band inside the fuse. If the band is broken or melted, replace the fuse. Be sure you replace a bad fuse with a new one of identical size and rating.
If you ever have a problem on the road and don’t have a spare fuse, you can borrow one that has the same amperage. Just pick some features of your vehicle that you can get along without – like the radio or cigarette lighter – and use its fuse if it is the correct amperage.
Replace it as soon as you can.

Engine Compartment Fuse Block

Fuses Guide 2011 Cadillac Escalade Fuse Diagrams and Realy-Engine Compartment fuel Block

The Engine Compartment Fuse The block is located in the engine compartment, on the driver’s side of the vehicle. Lift the cover for access to the fuse/relay block.
If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
Notice: Spilling liquid on any electrical component on the vehicle may damage it. Always keep the covers on any electrical component.
To remove fuses, hold the end of the fuse between your thumb and index finger and pull straight out.

Fuses Guide 2011 Cadillac Escalade Fuse Diagrams and Realy-Engine Compartment Fuse BLOCK

The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.

Fuses Usage
1 Right Trailer Stop/ Turn Lamp

2

Electronic Stability Suspension Control, Automatic Level Control Exhaust
3 Left Trailer Stop/ Turn Lamp
4 Engine Controls

5

Engine Control Module, Throttle Control
6 Trailer Brake Controller
7 Front Washer
8 Oxygen Sensors
9 Antilock Brakes System 2
Fuses Usage
10 Trailer Back-up Lamps
11 Driver Side

Low-Beam Headlamp

12 Engine Control Module (Battery)
13 Fuel Injectors, Ignition Coils (Right Side)
14 Transmission Control Module (Battery)
15 Vehicle Back-up Lamps
16 Passenger Side

Low-Beam Headlamp

17 Air Conditioning Compressor
18 Oxygen Sensors
19 Transmission Controls (Ignition)
20 Fuel Pump
Fuses Usage
21 Fuel System Control Module
22 Headlamp Washer
23 Rear Windshield Washer
24 Fuel Injectors, Ignition Coils (Left Side)
25 Trailer Park Lamps
26 Driver Side Park Lamps
27 Passenger Side Park Lamps
28 Fog Lamps
29 Horn
30 Passenger Side

High-Beam Headlamp

31

Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)

(If Equipped)

Fuses Usage
32 Driver Side

High-Beam Headlamp

33 Daytime Running Lamps 2 (If Equipped)
34 Sunroof

35

Key Ignition System, Theft Deterrent System
36 Windshield Wiper
37 SEO B2 Upfitter Usage (Battery)
38 Electric Adjustable Pedals
39 Climate Controls (Battery)
40 Airbag System (Ignition)
41 Amplifier
42 Audio System
Fuses Usage

43

Miscellaneous (Ignition), Cruise Control
44 Liftgate Release
45 Airbag System (Battery)
46 Instrument Panel Cluster
47 Not Used
48 Auxiliary Climate Control (Ignition)
49 Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
50 Rear Defogger
51 Heated Mirrors
52 SEO B1 Upfitter Usage (Battery)
53 Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary Power Outlet
Fuses Usage

54

Automatic Level Control Compressor Relay
55 Climate Controls (Ignition)

56

Engine Control Module, Secondary Fuel Pump (Ignition)
J-Case Fuses Usage
57 Cooling Fan 1
58 Automatic Level Control Compressor
59 Heavy Duty Antilock Braking System
60 Cooling Fan 2
61 Antilock Brake System 1
J-Case Fuses Usage
62 Starter
63 Stud 2 (Trailer Brakes)
64 Left Bussed Electrical Center 1
65 Electric Running Boards
66 Heated Windshield Washer System
67 Transfer Case

68

Stud 1 (Trailer Connector Battery Power)
69 Mid-Bussed Electrical Center 1
J-Case Fuses Usage
70 Climate Control Blower
71 Power Liftgate Module
72 Left Bussed Electrical Center 2
Relays Usage
FAN HI Cooling Fan High-Speed
FAN LO Cooling Fan Low Speed
FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control
HDLP LO/HID Low-Beam Headlamp
Relays Usage
FOG LAMP Front Fog Lamps
A/C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor
STARTER Starter
PWR/TRN Powertrain
FUEL PMP Fuel Pump
PRK LAMP Parking Lamps
REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger
RUN/ CRNK Switched Power

Instrument Panel Fuse Block

Fuses Guide 2011 Cadillac Escalade Fuse Diagrams and Realy-Instrument Panel Fuse BLOCK

The instrument panel fuse block access door is located on the driver-side edge of the instrument panel. Pull off the cover to access the fuse block.

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The vehicle may not be equipped with all of the fuses, relays, and features shown.

Fuses Usage
1 Rear Seats
2 Rear Accessory Power Outlet
Fuses Usage
3 Steering Wheel Controls Backlight
4 Driver Door Module
5 Dome Lamps, Driver Side Turn Signal
Fuses Usage
6 Driver Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp
7 Instrument Panel Back Lighting
8 Passenger Side Turn Signal, Stoplamp
9 Passenger Door Module, Driver Unlock
10 Power Door Lock 2 (Unlock Feature)
11 Power Door Lock 2 (Lock Feature)

12

Stoplamps, Center High‐ Mounted Stoplamp
13 Rear Climate Controls
14 Power Mirror
15 Body Control Module (BCM)
16 Accessory Power Outlets
Fuses Usage
17 Interior Lamps
18 Power Door Lock 1 (Unlock Feature)
19 Rear Seat Entertainment

20

Ultrasonic Rear Parking Assist, Power Liftgate
21 Power Door Lock 1 (Lock Feature)
22 Driver Information Center (DIC)
23 Rear Wiper
24 Cooled Seats

25

Driver Seat Module, Remote Keyless Entry System
26 Driver Power Door Lock (Unlock Feature)
Circuit Breaker Usage

LT DR

Driver Side Power Window Circuit Breaker
Harness Connector

Usage

LT DR

Driver Door Harness Connection
BODY Harness Connector
BODY Harness Connector

Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block

The center instrument panel fuse block is located underneath the instrument panel, to the left of the steering column.

Top View

Fuses Guide 2011 Cadillac Escalade Fuse Diagrams and Realy-Instrument Panel Fuse BLOCK.3

Harness Connector

Usage

BODY 2 Body Harness Connector 2
BODY 1 Body Harness Connector 1
BODY 3 Body Harness Connector 3

HEADLINER 3

Headliner Harness Connector 3
Harness Connector

Usage

HEADLINER 2

Headliner Harness Connector 2

HEADLINER 1

Headliner Harness Connector 1

SEO/ UPFITTER

Special Equipment Option Upfitter Harness Connector
Circuit Breaker

Usage

CB1

Passenger Side Power Window Circuit Breaker
CB2 Passenger Seat Circuit Breaker
CB3 Driver Seat Circuit Breaker
CB4 Rear Sliding Window

Materials Needed:

  1. Replacement fuses (appropriate amperage and type)
  2. Fuse puller tool (optional but recommended)
  3. 2011 Cadillac Escalade owner’s manual (for fuse diagrams and locations)
  4. Flashlight (for better visibility, if needed)

Instructions:

  1. Identify the Faulty Fuse: If a particular electrical component in your Escalade is not functioning correctly, such as the headlights, radio, or power windows, identify the corresponding fuse using the diagrams in the owner’s manual.
  2. Turn Off the Ignition: To ensure safety, turn off the ignition and remove the key from the ignition switch before replacing any fuses. This prevents electrical hazards and accidental shorts.
  3. Locate the Fuse Box: The fuse box in the 2011 Cadillac Escalade is typically located in one of several places, such as under the dashboard, in the glove compartment, or under the hood.
  4. Use a Flashlight: If the fuse box is located in a dimly lit area, use a flashlight for better visibility. This will help you see the fuse box and its contents more clearly.
  5. Remove the Fuse: Use a fuse puller tool or a pair of needle-nose pliers to carefully grasp and pull out the faulty fuse. Make sure to grip the fuse firmly but gently to avoid damaging it or any surrounding components.
  6. Inspect the Fuse: Before installing the replacement fuse, visually inspect it to ensure it’s not damaged or blown. Look for signs of a broken filament or discoloration, which indicates a blown fuse.
  7. Insert the Replacement Fuse: Take a new fuse of the same amperage rating and carefully insert it into the corresponding slot in the fuse box. Make sure it’s seated securely and fully inserted.
  8. Test the Electrical Component: After replacing the fuse, turn on the ignition and test the electrical component associated with the fuse you replaced. Ensure that it’s functioning correctly. If not, double-check the fuse installation and inspect the component for any other issues.

Tips:

  • Always use replacement fuses with the same amperage rating as the original ones. Using fuses with higher or lower ratings can lead to electrical problems or damage to your vehicle’s components.
  • Keep a spare set of fuses and a fuse puller tool in your vehicle for emergencies.
  • If you’re unsure about which fuse to replace or if you encounter any difficulties during the process, consult a professional mechanic or refer to a dealership for assistance.
  • Take your time and work carefully when handling fuses to avoid causing damage to your vehicle’s electrical system.

FAQs

What are some common components protected by fuses in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade?

Common components protected by fuses in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade include the vehicle’s lighting system, power windows, audio system, air conditioning, and various electronic modules.

How can I identify a blown fuse in my 2011 Cadillac Escalade?

A blown fuse in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade can often be identified by visual inspection; the metal filament inside the fuse will be broken or melted. Additionally, using a multimeter can confirm whether a fuse is conducting electricity.

Where is the fuse box located in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade?

The fuse box in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade is typically located in the engine compartment near the battery or in the interior of the vehicle, often on the driver’s side dashboard or under the steering wheel.

How do I access the fuse box in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade?

To access the fuse box in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade, you may need to open the hood for the engine compartment fuse box or locate and open the fuse panel cover in the interior of the vehicle.

What precautions should I take before replacing fuses in my 2011 Cadillac Escalade?

Before replacing fuses in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade, it’s important to turn off the ignition and disconnect the battery to prevent electrical hazards. Additionally, use the appropriate fuse rating and ensure the replacement fuse matches the original.

Are there any high-amperage fuses in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade that require special attention?

Yes, some high-amperage fuses in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade, such as those for the starter motor or power distribution system, may require special attention due to their critical role in powering essential components.

How do I determine the correct fuse rating for replacement in my 2011 Cadillac Escalade?

The correct fuse rating for replacement in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade is typically indicated on the fuse diagram or inside the fuse box cover. Using a fuse with an incorrect rating can lead to electrical damage or malfunction.

Can I use any fuse of the same rating as a replacement in my 2011 Cadillac Escalade?

It’s essential to use a fuse of the same rating as the original for replacement in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade to ensure proper protection of electrical circuits and components.

What tools do I need to replace fuses in my 2011 Cadillac Escalade?

The tools needed to replace fuses in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade typically include a fuse puller tool or a pair of needle-nose pliers for removing the old fuse and a flashlight for better visibility.

Are there any spare fuses provided with the 2011 Cadillac Escalade?

Some models of the 2011 Cadillac Escalade may come with spare fuses provided in the fuse box or included in the vehicle’s toolkit for emergency replacement.

How do I replace a relay in my 2011 Cadillac Escalade?

To replace a relay in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade, locate the relay box typically located near the fuse box, identify the faulty relay using the diagram, and pull it straight out. Insert the new relay in its place, ensuring it’s seated properly.

Can I visually inspect a relay to determine if it’s faulty in my 2011 Cadillac Escalade?

While some relay failures may be visually obvious, it’s often challenging to determine if a relay is faulty through visual inspection alone. Testing with a multimeter or replacing the relay with a known working one is a more reliable method.

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