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
Electrical Component Locator: Grounds
GROUNDS LOCATION
| Component | Location |
|---|---|
| G100 | On left front body mount. |
| G102 (4.3L VIN W) | On lower right front of engine block. |
| G102 (4.8L VIN V) | On left side of engine block. See Figure. |
| G102 (5.3L VIN T) | On left side of engine block. See Figure. |
| G102 (6.0L VIN U) | On left side of engine block. See Figure. |
| G102 (6.6L VIN 1) | On left side of engine block. |
| G102 (8.1L VIN G) | On left side of engine block. |
| G103 (4.3L VIN W) | On right rear of engine block. See Figure. |
| G103 (4.8L VIN V) | On right rear of engine block. |
| G103 (5.3L VIN T) | On left rear of engine block. |
| G103 (6.0L VIN U) | On right rear of engine block. |
| G103 (6.6L VIN 1) | On right rear of engine block. |
| G103 (8.1L VIN G) | On right rear of engine block. |
| G104 (4.3L VIN W) | On left rear of engine block. See Figure. |
| G104 (4.8L VIN V) | On left rear of engine block. |
| G104 (5.3L VIN T) | On left rear of engine block. |
| G104 (6.0L VIN U) | On left rear of engine block. |
| G104 (6.6L VIN 1) | On left rear of engine block. |
| G104 (8.1L VIN G) | On left rear of engine block. |
| G105 (4.8L VIN V), (5.3L VIN T) and (6.0L VIN U) | On the left side of the engine block, just below the second bank exhaust |
| G105 (8.1L VIN G) | On the left front of the engine block |
| G106 | On right front of engine block. |
| G107 | Engine ground strap. |
| G110 | On left front body mount. |
| G200 | On right "A" pillar. |
| G203 | On left "A" pillar. |
| G302 | On left body mount. |
| G304 | Under driver's seat. |
| G305 | On left "B" pillar. |
| G306 | On right "B" pillar. |
| G401 | On spare tire hoist bracket. |
| G403 | On left frame body mount bracket. |
| G410 | On right rear inner side body panel. |
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.