2003 Cadillac Escalade Consumer Discussions

Cadillac Escalade Maintenance and Repair

• Re: 2003 Cadillac Escalade Rear Heat [karpenisi]

  Written by: jedidiah012 on Nov 10, 2011 5:37:56 PM

  I am having this same issue with my 05 Escalade, no warm air from the rear vents, but fully functional controls and normal function in the front system. What is the auxillary control module, where is it and how do I recalibrate the system? Thanks

• Re: PARKING BRAKE PROBLEM [jake5_28]

  Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Nov 6, 2011 9:26:52 AM

  TECHNICAL Bulletin No.: 03-05-25-007D Date: May 01, 2009 Subject: Antilock Brake (ABS) Activation At Low Speeds (Clean Wheel Speed Sensor Mounting Surface) Models: 2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade EXT 2003-2006 Cadillac Escalade ESV 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 2001-2006 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe 2002-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 2003-2006 Chevrolet Express 2007 Chevrolet Silverado Classic 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 2001-2006 GMC Yukon, Yukon Denali, Yukon XL, Yukon Denali XL 2003-2006 GMC Savana 2007 GMC Sierra Classic 2003-2006 HUMMER ... Read More

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• 2011 Escalade 22" wheels

  Written by: bsiewert on Jul 5, 2011 3:13:36 PM

  I'm a repeat buyer of Escalades. I just traded my absolutely wonderful, low miles 2003 Escalade for a new 2011. The difference is night and day. I found the ride on the new Escalade almost unbearably painful. The seats are hard (due to the heating and cooling) and the huge wheels with performance tires are gorgeous, but cause my Escalade to ride worse than my son's new Ford F250 Super Duty ... Read More

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• Re: 2003 Cadillac Escalade Rear Heat [mother0354115]

  Written by: karpenisi on Apr 17, 2010 2:21:10 PM

  I had the same problem.I changed the rear auxiliary control module and i solved the problem.After, you need to recalibrate the system.If you need more technical help feel free to ask me.

• Re: 2003 Cadillac Escalade Rear Heat [escaladefan]

  Written by: jay84662003 on Mar 15, 2010 2:34:38 PM

  The problem with your rear heat, is most likely an actuator that is inoperative. I took my 2003 tahoe to the chevrolet dealer just recently and thats what they replaced. Now i have rear heat.

• Re: 2003 Cadillac Escalade Rear Heat [escaladefan]

  Written by: mother0354115 on Mar 15, 2010 5:39:33 AM

  Unfortunately not, I had it into the dealership for an oil change and tire rotation the other day and talked with them about it again (for the 3rd time). I am fed up with this dealership for many reasons (pretty sad when its a Cadillac dealership) a new dealership opened locally for Cadillacs so I am going to try taking it there hopefully within the next couple of weeks. If you ... Read More

• Re: 2003 Cadillac Escalade Rear Heat [mother0354115]

  Written by: escaladefan on Mar 14, 2010 4:58:06 PM

  Hi I am having the same problem with my 03 escalade, i was wondering if you ever got any awnsers on this heating situation. Its annoying not having rear heat, so any info would be very help full. thanks

• Re: 2003 Cadillac Escalade Rear Heat [mother0354115]

  Written by: tidester on Dec 11, 2009 8:36:28 PM

  Please feel free to email me... Let's keep the discussion here so everyone will benefit. :) tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper

• 2003 Cadillac Escalade Rear Heat

  Written by: mother0354115 on Dec 11, 2009 6:07:51 PM

  I just purchased a beautiful 2003 Cadillac Escalde but cannot get the rear heat to work at all, it simply blows out cold air. I took it into the local Cadillac dealership service and one person told me something was wrong with it while another told me there was no rear heat in a 2003 Escalade. Bottom line I left the dealership service area after a day and paying for a ... Read More

• Re: 2003 ESCALADE SERVICE RIDE CONTROL [jezell]

  Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Mar 30, 2009 9:57:56 AM

  Well this is information from Cadillac itself on a known problem, so it's a good first bet.

• Re: 2003 ESCALADE SERVICE RIDE CONTROL [ezeiam]

  Written by: Mr_Shiftright on Mar 26, 2009 4:03:47 PM

  Bulletin No.: 03-03-11-001 Date: July 22, 2003 TECHNICAL Subject: Service Ride Control Message Displayed, DTC C0580 Set (Replace Right Front Shock Absorber Solenoid Connector and Install New A/C Suction Hose and Auxiliary A/C Evaporator Hose) Models: 2002-2003 Cadillac Escalade 2003 Cadillac Escalade ESV 2001-2003 Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe 2001-2003 GMC Yukon, Yukon XL with Rear Air Conditioning System (RPO C69) and Real Time Damping Chassis Package (RPO Z55) Condition Some customers may ... Read More

• Re: 2003 Escalade will not start. Fuse Problem? [vajohn]

  Written by: madacar on Mar 29, 2008 8:13:35 AM

  Hello, I am new to this forum. I am the owner of a 2006 Escalade. I am currently experiencing starting problems where you turn the ignition and engine does not fire or turn. However, I have read several postings on this forum and other respective forums related to starting issues. My wife was driving the SUV throughout the day and did not experience any problems with the vehicle starting or handling ... Read More

Is Cadillac's Image Dying and Does Anyone Care?

• Re: You got it backwards... [circlew]

  Written by: lemko on Feb 29, 2008 5:44:15 AM

  I believe they will. They can't do otherwise. Cadillac's comeback is a long arduous road. I believe it began as far back as 1989 when they lengthened the diminutive FWD C-bodies to the point they at least looked presentable. Then the 1992 Seville and Eldorado really got the ball rolling. Then the Northstar V-8, the 1998-2003 generation Seville, the Escalade, the first CTS, and now the second-generation CTS. I believe their ... Read More

• Re: The Only Luxury Car... [lemko]

  Written by: circlew on Feb 27, 2008 11:00:21 AM

  Her is some interesteing data from July 2007. According to the industry examiners at CNW Research, Cadillac’s fortunes appear to be slipping away at the margins. In the firm’s July installment of their Retail Automotive Summary, their Aspirational Index (which judges a brand’s attractiveness to consumers) reveals that Cadillac’s rising star is beginning to falter. In the mid-Nineties, the marque rated only a 4 on a 10 point scale. With the ... Read More

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• Re: 2003 Escalade will not start. Fuse Problem? [chadman]

  Written by: rlmoffatt on Sep 18, 2006 5:41:58 AM

  The problem you described just happened to me this morning. Did you ever get yours fixed? I've had a number of electrical problems with my 2003 ESV, including several blown fuses, power window and heated mirror malfunctions all within the past year. I am currently working with cadillac.com to resolve. This is just the latest problem.

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• The 'slade

  Written by: mark156 on Dec 23, 2004 8:14:02 PM

  Steve, I sure had interest in the 2003 Escalade ESV last year but I decided to keep my Mercedes ML500 another year. I even thought about the 2004, but now, the 2005's are here and the body style will change soon. I guess I'll keep driving my ML, most likly, for even another year until the warranty expires.   At this point, I wouldn't buy the current Escalade, I would wait ... Read More

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• Flat Tires Cadillac Escallade

  Written by: fontana2 on Oct 28, 2003 3:02:31 PM

  I have a 2003 Cadillac Escalade.I've gotten 4 flats within the first 10 months of ownership. Three of the four flats required the stock Good Year tire to be replaced. Has anyone else experienced this problem?

• Goodbye Escalade

  Written by: briles on Oct 28, 2003 2:16:26 PM

  I have a 2003 Escalade that I have had suspension problems, steering wheel noises and the steering wheel won't rotate back after making a turn. Been in the shop 7 times, I called Cadillac Corporation and they called me today to say the steering wheel problem is the way it is designed, no fix for problem. Because the noises don't occur every time I drive it, they can't fix. So!! I ... Read More

• DVD Navigation clock missing

  Written by: erosenbrg on Jul 11, 2003 3:41:16 PM

  When my wife and I test drove the 2003 Cadillac Escalade, the DVD Navigation System had a clock in the lower right-hand corner of the screen. Yet once we took delivery, the clock had disappeared! Despite reading and re-reading the manual, calling the dealer, and trying to find online tech support, we have not been able to restore this clock! Since the Bulgari clock absolutely sucks, we really would like this ... Read More

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• Can someone help me ......

  Written by: escaladeloveer on Dec 8, 2002 7:27:27 PM

  i'm doing a project for school and i have to know the EPA mileage (the mileage that is on the speedometer) for a new 2003 Cadillac Escalade.

• ok, I'll try again :-)

  Written by: steve_ on May 21, 2003 8:52:04 AM

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• 2003 Cadillac Escalade TransmissionClunk

  Written by: l71934m2 on May 18, 2003 3:30:34 PM

  Reply to message #5: Mine does the same and Cadillac admits to the problem but states that there is no fix at this time. I am presently persuing the state lemon law.

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  Written by: steve_ on Jan 14, 2003 6:52:26 PM

  "One thing's for sure with the 2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT — its comfort, ride, power and road presence have no equal on the road." Road Test: 2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT Steve, Host

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• Check it out in Edmunds.com Future Vehicles!

  Written by: KarenS on Jul 19, 2002 7:49:17 AM

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  Written by: sweetjeldorado on May 6, 2002 4:01:34 PM

  Well, I don't agree with anyone that despises SUVs have the audacity to tell anyone they should only buy a Minivan/van. SUVs, vans, sports cars, exotics, wagons, luxury cars suit different people with different tastes. So what is the problems of badging SUVs? SUVs are not my cup of tea but I do like them and maybe one day own one. Minivans are ugly and has no personality. Anyhow, I will ... Read More

• News on the 2003 Cadillac ?

  Written by: rcoos on Jan 19, 2002 12:11:08 AM

  Has anyone heard of any changes to the next model year Escalade? I would like to see the graphite interior become available! rcoos

• rcoos

  Written by: sweetjeldorado on Nov 26, 2001 10:20:37 PM

  Goto Edmund's review and click on "In the Pipeline" or whatever it says about the future Cadillacs. It will be called the Escalade XL with an addition of the standard Escalade in 2003. The Escalade is going to be revised internally interior-wise to have its own look similar like the STS and DTS for 2003 as I understand which will further distance the Tahoe and Denali cousins. J "CaddyLac"