2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV wiper blades

Flash-to-Pass This feature lets you use the high-beam headlamps to
signal a driver in front of you that you want to pass.
It works even if the headlamps are in the automatic
position.
To use it, pull the turn signal lever toward you, then
release it.
If the headlamps are in the automatic position or on low
beam, the high-beam headlamps will turn on. They will
stay on as long as you hold the lever toward you. The
high-beam indicator on the instrument panel cluster will
come on. Release the lever to return to normal operation.
For vehicles with High Intensity Discharge (HID)
headlamps, the low-beam headlamps must be on
for the ash-to-pass feature to work.
Windshield Wipers Turn the band with the wiper symbol to control the
windshield wipers.
8 (Mist): Turn to mist for a single wiping cycle.
Hold it there until the wipers start. Then let go.
The wipers stop after one wipe. Hold the band
on mist longer, for more wipe cycles. 9 (Off): Turns the wipers off.
6 (Delay): Turn the band to adjust the delay time.
The delay between wiping cycles becomes shorter as
the band is moved to the top of the lever. This can
be very useful in light rain or snow.
6 (Low Speed): For steady wiping at low speed.
? (High Speed): For high-speed wiping.
Clear ice and snow from the wiper blades before using
them. If they are frozen to the windshield, gently loosen
or thaw them. Damaged wiper blades may not clear the
windshield well, making it harder to see and drive safely.
If the blades do become damaged, install new blades or
blade inserts. For more information, see Windshield
Wiper Blade Replacement on page 6-54 .
Heavy snow or ice can overload the wiper motor.
A circuit breaker will stop the motor until it cools down.
Clear away snow or ice to prevent an overload.
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Before Leaving on a Long Trip To prepare your vehicle for a long trip, consider having
it serviced by your dealer/retailer before departing.
Things to check on your own include:
Windshield Washer Fluid: Reservoir full? Windows
clean — inside and outside?
Wiper Blades: In good shape?
Fuel, Engine Oil, Other Fluids: All levels checked?
Lamps: Do they all work and are lenses clean?
Tires: Are treads good? Are tires inated to
recommended pressure?
Weather and Maps: Safe to travel? Have
up-to-date maps? Highway Hypnosis Always be alert and pay attention to your surroundings
while driving. If you become tired or sleepy, nd a
safe place to park your vehicle and rest.
Other driving tips include:
Keep the vehicle well ventilated.
Keep interior temperature cool.
Keep your eyes moving — scan the road ahead
and to the sides.
Check the rearview mirror and vehicle instruments
often.
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Tire Pressure Monitor System ........................ .6-64
Tire Pressure Monitor Operation .................... .6-65
Tire Inspection and Rotation .......................... .6-69
When It Is Time for New Tires ...................... .6-70
Buying New Tires ........................................ .6-71
Different Size Tires and Wheels ..................... .6-73
Uniform Tire Quality Grading ......................... .6-73
Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance ................. .6-75
Wheel Replacement ..................................... .6-75
Tire Chains ................................................. .6-76
If a Tire Goes Flat ....................................... .6-77
Changing a Flat Tire .................................... .6-78
Removing the Spare Tire and Tools ............... .6-79
Removing the Flat Tire and Installing the
Spare Tire ............................................... .6-84
Secondary Latch System .............................. .6-89
Storing a Flat or Spare Tire and Tools ........... .6-92
Spare Tire .................................................. .6-96
Appearance Care ........................................... .6-96
Interior Cleaning .......................................... .6-96
Fabric/Carpet .............................................. .6-98
Leather ...................................................... .6-98
Instrument Panel, Vinyl, and Other
Plastic Surfaces ....................................... .6-99
Wood Panels ............................................. .6-100
Speaker Covers ......................................... .6-100 Care of Safety Belts ................................... .6-100
Weatherstrips ............................................ .6-100
Washing Your Vehicle ................................. .6-100
Cleaning Exterior Lamps/Lenses ................... .6-101
Finish Care ............................................... .6-101
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades ...... .6-102
Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels
and Trim ............................................... .6-102
Tires ........................................................ .6-103
Sheet Metal Damage .................................. .6-103
Finish
Damage .......................................... .6-103
Underbody Maintenance .............................. .6-104
Chemical Paint Spotting .............................. .6-104
Vehicle Identication .................................... .6-104
Vehicle Identication Number (VIN) ............... .6-104
Service Parts Identication Label .................. .6-105
Electrical System ......................................... .6-105
Add-On Electrical Equipment ........................ .6-105
Windshield Wiper Fuses .............................. .6-105
Power Windows and Other Power Options ..... .6-105
Fuses and Circuit Breakers ......................... .6-106
Instrument Panel Fuse Block ....................... .6-106
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block ............. .6-108
Underhood Fuse Block ............................... .6-109
Capacities and Specications ....................... .6-113Section 6 Service and Appearance Care
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for
wear or cracking. See Scheduled Maintenance on
page 7-4 .
Replacement blades come in different types and are
removed in different ways. To replace the wiper
blade assembly:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away from
the windshield.
2. Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of the
blade, and turn the blade assembly away from
the arm connector. 3. Install the new blade onto the arm connector and
make sure the grooved areas are fully set in the
locked position.
For the proper type and size, see Maintenance
Replacement Parts on page 7-15 .
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Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper
Blades Clean the outside of the windshield and backglass with
glass cleaner.
Clean the rubber blades using a lint free cloth or paper
towel soaked with windshield washer uid or a mild
detergent. Wash the windshield thoroughly when you
clean the blades. Bugs, road grime, sap and a buildup of
vehicle wash/wax treatments may cause wiper streaking.
Replace the wiper blades if they are worn or damaged.
Wipers can be damaged by:
Extreme dusty conditions
Sand and salt
Heat and sun
Snow and ice, without proper removal Aluminum or Chrome-Plated Wheels
and Trim The vehicle may have either aluminum or chrome-plated
wheels.
Keep the wheels clean using a soft clean cloth with mild
soap and water. Rinse with clean water. After rinsing
thoroughly, dry with a soft clean towel. A wax may then
be applied.
Notice: Chrome wheels and other chrome trim may
be damaged if the vehicle is not washed after driving
on roads that have been sprayed with magnesium,
calcium or sodium chloride. These chlorides are
used on roads for conditions such as ice and dust.
Always wash the vehicle’s chrome with soap and
water after exposure.
Notice: Using strong soaps, chemicals, abrasive
polishes, cleaners, brushes, or cleaners that contain
acid on aluminum or chrome-plated wheels, could
damage the surface of the wheel(s). The repairs
would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Use only approved cleaners on aluminum or
chrome-plated wheels.
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When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message
appears, the following services, checks, and inspections
are required:
❑ Change engine oil and lter. See Engine Oil on
page 6-15 . Reset oil life system. See Engine
Oil Life System on page 6-18 . An Emission
Control Service.
❑ Lubricate chassis components. See footnote #.
❑ Visually check for any leaks or damage.
See footnote (j).
❑ Inspect engine air cleaner lter or change indicator
(if equipped). If necessary, replace lter. See Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter on page 6-19 . See footnote (k).
❑ Rotate tires and check ination pressures and wear.
See Tire Inspection and Rotation on page 6-69 and
“Tire Wear Inspection” in At Least Once a Month on
page 7-10 . ❑ Inspect brake system. See footnote (a).
❑ Check engine coolant and windshield washer uid
levels and add uid as needed.
❑ Perform any needed additional services.
See “Additional Required Services” in this section.
❑ Inspect suspension and steering components.
See footnote (b).
❑ Inspect engine cooling system. See footnote (c).
❑ Inspect wiper blades. See footnote (d).
❑ Inspect restraint system components.
See footnote (e).
❑ Lubricate body components. See footnote (f).
❑ Check transmission uid level and add uid as
needed.
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Maintenance Footnotes † The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency or the
California Air Resources Board has determined that the
failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify
the emission warranty or limit recall liability prior to the
completion of the vehicle’s useful life. We, however,
urge that all recommended maintenance services be
performed at the indicated intervals and the maintenance
be recorded.
# Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage, and
parking brake cable guides. Control arm ball joints
are maintenance-free.
(a) Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for proper
hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Inspect
disc brake pads for wear and rotors for surface
condition. Inspect other brake parts, including
calipers, parking brake, etc.
(b) Visually inspect front and rear suspension and
steering system for damaged, loose, or missing parts,
signs of wear or lack of lubrication. Inspect power
steering lines and hoses for proper hook-up, binding,
leaks, cracks, chafing, etc. Visually check constant
velocity joints, rubber boots, and axle seals for leaks. (c) Visually inspect hoses and have them replaced if
they are cracked, swollen, or deteriorated. Inspect all
pipes, fittings, and clamps; replace with genuine parts as
needed. To help ensure proper operation, a pressure test
of the cooling system and pressure cap and cleaning the
outside of the radiator and air conditioning condenser is
recommended at least once a year.
(d) Inspect wiper blades for wear, cracking, or
contamination. Clean the windshield and wiper blades,
if contaminated. Replace wiper blades that are worn
or damaged. See Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
on page 6-54 and Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper
Blades on page 6-102 for more information.
(e) Make sure the safety belt reminder light and safety
belt assemblies are working properly. Look for any other
loose or damaged safety belt system parts. If you see
anything that might keep a safety belt system from doing
its job, have it repaired. Have any torn or frayed safety
belts replaced. Also see Checking the Restraint Systems
on page 1-95 .
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Maintenance Replacement Parts Replacement parts identied below by name, part number, or specication can be obtained from your dealer/retailer.
Maintenance Replacement Parts Part GM Part Number ACDelco Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 15908916 A3086C
Oil Filter 89017524 PF48
Spark Plugs 12609877 41-985
Wiper Blades
Front – 21.6 in (55.0 cm) 25877402 —
Rear – 11.8 in (30.0 cm) 25820122 —
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