2011 Cadillac Escalade EXTFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Installation Procedure

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NOTE: To avoid high voltage 3-phase cable or vehicle damage properly attach the cables and brackets, and check for and correct any interference.
  1. Position the 3 phase cables in the vehicle.
  2. Begin installation of the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
    3. Fig 1: View Of 3-Phase Cables & Housing
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  3. Install a new 3 phase cable housing seal (2).
  4. Install the 3 phase cables and housing (3).
    5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  5. Install the 3 phase cable retaining bolts (4).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

  6. Install the 3 phase cable bolt protective cover (5).
  7. Install a new 3 phase cable cover seal (6).
  8. Reconnect the 3 phase cable cover connector.
  9. Install the 3 phase cable cover (7).
  10. Install the transmission cover terminal housing (8).
  11. Install the 3 phase cable cover bolts (9).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

  12. Install the 3 phase cable bracket bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

  13. Complete installation of the transmission. Refer to Transmission Replacement .
  14. Lower the vehicle.
    15. Fig 2: View Of Cable Retainer, Bracket & Nut
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  15. Install the 3 phase cable retainer (1) to the bracket.
  16. Install the 3 phase cable retainer nut (2).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

    17. Fig 3: Identifying Power Inverter Control Module (PIM) 3-Phase Cable Terminal Fasteners
    GM1971277Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  17. Install the PIM 3 phase cables (3, 5) into the PIM distribution box with new seals (6).
  18. Install the PIM 3 phase cable mounting fasteners (2, 4).

    Tighten:  Tighten the mounting fastener to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

    19. CAUTION: Always remove and install the High Voltage terminal fasteners with a magnet tipped socket. Never touch the exposed electronic circuit board surface or components. Dropped fasteners or physical contact may result in electronic circuit board damage.
  19. Install the PIM 3 phase cable terminal fasteners (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the terminal fastener to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

    20. Fig 4: View Of PIM, Terminal Cover & Seal
    GM1971289Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  20. Install a new seal (3) on the PIM distribution box.
  21. Position the terminal cover (2) onto the PIM distribution box ensuring the seal remains in place.
  22. Tighten the terminal cover fasteners (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the fasteners to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  23. Perform the high voltage enabling. Refer to High Voltage Enabling .
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  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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