TSB: Cadillac Low Battery
Cadillac Low Battery
This bulletin applies to 2022-2026 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV vehicles. Some owners may comment on several warning messages including the ABS MIL, SES Mil, Service Brake System, Service Stabilitrak, or a change in the brake pedal effort. When checking for DTCs, a C055F will be set in the K160 BSCM. The condition typically occurs at temperatures lower than -10 degrees F. This condition could be caused by a low voltage condition.
If after following normal SI diagnostic and a root cause is not found, perform the following:
- Test the battery using the GR8/DCBS and replace as necessary.
- Inspect the battery, battery cables, engine harness junction/fuse block (X50A) and battery fuse block (X50B) connections to make sure all are clean and tight.
- Inspect the K160 BSCM’s power and ground terminals for poor tension, crimps or backing out. Also inspect ground and fuse connections for any loose or corroded connections.
- Inspect the charging system for proper operation.
- Inspect for any type of aftermarket equipment that could draw the battery down (dash cameras, cell phone chargers, etc.).
- Inspect for any parasitic draws on the battery by performing a battery electrical drain/parasitic load test.
