Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2002 Cadillac Escalade EXTFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Installation Procedure
NOTE:
Use care not to bend or distort the bracket that supports the yaw rate sensor/lateral accelerometer.
- Install the yaw rate sensor/lateral accelerometer to the bracket.
- Install the 3 yaw rate sensor/lateral accelerometer nuts to the bracket. Tighten the nuts to 10 N.m (89 lbs in).
- Connect the yaw rate sensor/lateral accelerometer electrical connector.
- Install the front floor bezel. Refer toBEZEL REPLACEMENT - FLOOR CONSOLE (LUXURY) in Instrument Panel, Gages, and Console.
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.