Cadillac Escalade Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-MidEast-13566599) -
2020 - CRC - 5/29/19
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VEHICLE CARE
11. Tighten the nuts firmly in a
crisscross sequence as shown by
turning the wheel wrench
clockwise.
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Warning
Wheel nuts that are improperly or
incorrectly tightened can cause the
wheels to become loose or come off.
The wheel nuts should be tightened
with a torque wrench to the proper
torque specification after replacing.
Follow the torque specification
supplied by the aftermarket
manufacturer when using accessory
locking wheel nuts. See
for original
equipment wheel nut torque
specifications.
Caution
Improperly tightened wheel nuts
can lead to brake pulsation and
rotor damage. To avoid expensive
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Caution (Continued)
brake repairs, evenly tighten the
wheel nuts in the proper sequence
and to the proper torque
specification. See
for the wheel
nut torque specification.
When reinstalling the regular wheel
and tire, also reinstall the center cap,
if equipped. Line up the tab on the
center cap with the slot in the wheel.
The cap only goes in one way. Place
the cap on the wheel and press until it
snaps into place.
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and
Tools
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Warning
Storing a jack, a tire, or other
equipment in the passenger
compartment of the vehicle could
cause injury. In a sudden stop or
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Warning (Continued)
collision, loose equipment could
strike someone. Store all these in
the proper place.
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Warning
Failure to follow these tire storage
instructions carefully could result
in personal injury or property
damage if the hoist cable fails or if
the tire comes loose. Make sure the
tire is stored securely before
driving.
Caution
Storing an aluminum wheel with a
flat tire under your vehicle for an
extended period of time or with the
valve stem pointing up can damage
the wheel. Always stow the wheel
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