Cadillac Automobile Owner's Manual

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Black plate (8,1)Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual - 20125-8 Instruments and ControlsThe accessory power outlets arepowered, even when the ignition isin LOCK/OFF. Continuing to usepower outlets while the ignition is inLOCK/OFF may cause the vehicle'sbattery to run down.Do not try to put the cigarette lighterin any of the accessory poweroutlets.{ WARNINGPower is always supplied to theoutlets. Do not leave electricalequipment plugged in when thevehicle is not in use because thevehicle could catch fire and causeinjury or death.Notice: Leaving electricalequipment plugged in for anextended period of time whilethe vehicle is off will drain thebattery. Always unplug electricalequipment when not in use anddo not plug in equipment thatexceeds the maximum 20 ampererating.Certain electrical accessoriesmay not be compatible with theaccessory power outlet and couldoverload vehicle or adapter fuses.If a problem is experienced, seeyour dealer.When adding electrical equipment,be sure to follow the properinstallation instructions includedwith the electrical equipment. SeeAdd-On Electrical Equipment onpage 9‑67.Notice: Hanging heavyequipment from the power outletcan cause damage not coveredby the vehicle warranty. Thepower outlets are designed foraccessory power plugs only, suchas cell phone charge cords.Cigarette LighterThe cigarette lighter is located in thecenter console near the cupholders.Press on the access door to open itand use the lighter.To use the cigarette lighter, push itin all the way, and let go. When it isready, it will pop back out by itself.Notice: Holding a cigarette lighterin while it is heating does not letthe lighter back away from theheating element when it is hot.Damage from overheating canoccur to the lighter or heatingelement, or a fuse could beblown. Do not hold a cigarettelighter in while it is heating.