Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada/Mexico-
12460268) - 2019 - CRC - 4/18/18
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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
this work. If the engine oil life system
is reset accidentally, service the
vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since
the last service. Reset the oil life
system when the oil is changed. See
Power Take Off (PTO) and
Extended Idle Use
When the vehicle is used with the
PTO equipment or used in a way that
requires extended idle time, one hour
of use shall be deemed the same as
53 km (33 mi). See
for hourmeter.
Air Conditioning Desiccant
(Replace Every Seven Years)
The air conditioning system requires
maintenance every seven years. This
service requires replacement of the
desiccant to help the longevity and
efficient operation of the air
conditioning system. This service can
be complex. See your dealer.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the following
services. See
.
.
Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed, change
engine oil and filter, and reset oil
life system. See
and
.
Check engine coolant level. See
.
.
Check windshield washer fluid
level. See
.
.
Check tire inflation pressures,
including the spare. See
.
Inspect tire wear. See
.
Visually check for fluid leaks.
.
Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See
.
.
Inspect brake system. See
.
Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damage, including
cracks or tears in the rubber boots,
loose or missing parts, or signs of
wear at least once a year. See
.
.
Inspect power steering for proper
attachment, connections, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc.
.
Visually inspect halfshafts and
drive shafts for excessive wear,
lubricant leaks, and/or damage
including: tube dents or cracks,
constant velocity joint or universal
joint looseness, cracked or missing
boots, loose or missing boot
clamps, center bearing excessive
looseness, loose or missing
fasteners, and axle seal leaks.
.
Lubricate the suspension and
steering components at least every
other oil change (if equipped with
grease fittings).
.
Check restraint system
components. See
.