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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCADILLAC2011ESCALADE BASE, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1203 (CONFIGURABLE CUSTOMER CONTROL SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTEERING WHEEL CONTROL SWITCH ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT

2011 Cadillac Escalade Base, AWD

Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Replacement

2011 Cadillac Escalade Base, AWDSECTION Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Replacement

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Fig 1: View Of Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Components

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Callout	Component Name
CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution . Preliminary Procedure Disable the supplemental inflatable restraint (SIR) system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the horn switch. Refer to Steering Wheel Horn Switch Replacement .
1	Steering Wheel Trim Cover (Qty: 2) Procedure: Remove the 4 horn contact screws.
2	Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly Screw (Qty: 4) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tip: Quantity may vary with vehicle options. Tighten: 1 N.m (9 lb in)
3	Steering Wheel Control Switch Assembly (Qty: 2) Tip: Quantity may vary with vehicle options. Ensure the steering wheel control switch(es) are properly seated to the steering wheel shroud during installation.

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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.