2009 CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT change wheel

3. Remove the wheel blocks (A) attached to the
jack (E) by turning the wing nut (C)
counterclockwise. Place the wheel blocks where
needed as indicated in previously in this section.
The tools for changing a at tire are located in the
passenger’s side top-box storage unit.
To remove the tools, do the following:
1. Open the top door on the passenger’s side top-box
storage unit. Use the ignition/door key to unlock it if
it is locked. SeeTop-Box Storage on page 2-81
for more information.
2. Remove the black pouch from the storage box.
You now have all of the tools you will need to
lower the spare tire and change a at.To access the spare tire:
A. Spare Tire
(Valve Stem
Pointed Down)
B. Hoist Assembly
C. Hoist Cable
D. Tire/Wheel
Retainer
E. Hoist ShaftF. Hoist End of
Extension Tool
G. Hoist Shaft
Access Hole
H. Wheel Wrench
I. Jack Handle
Extension(s)
J. Spare Tire Lock
1. Open the hoist shaft access cover on the bumper to
access the spare tire lock (J).
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Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 7-13for more information.
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134aFor the Air Conditioning system refrigerant charge
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located
under the hood. Please see your dealer/retailer for
more information.
Cooling System 16.9 qt 16.0 L
Engine Oil with Filter 6.0 qt† 5.7 L†
Fuel Tank 31.5 gal 119.2 L
Transmission Fluid (Pan Removal and Filter Replacement) 6.0 qt 5.7 L
Transfer Case Fluid 1.5 qt 1.4 L
Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft 190Y
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ll to the approximate level, as recommended in this
manual. Recheck uid after lling.
†Oil lter should be changed at every oil change.
Engine Specications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
6.2L V8 2 Automatic 0.040 in (1.01 mm)
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Fuel (cont.)
Filling the Tank............................................. 6-9
Fuels in Foreign Countries.............................. 6-9
Gage .........................................................3-41
Gasoline Octane........................................... 6-5
Gasoline Specications.................................. 6-6
Fuses
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block.............6-106
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................6-103
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.......................6-104
Underhood Fuse Block...............................6-107
Windshield Wiper.......................................6-103
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.........................3-35
Fuel..........................................................3-41
Speedometer..............................................3-29
Tachometer.................................................3-29
Garage Door Opener.......................................2-59
Gasoline
Octane........................................................ 6-5
Specications............................................... 6-6
Getting Started
Getting Started, Navigation............................. 4-4
Global Positioning System (GPS)......................4-54
Glove Box.....................................................2-66
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program.................. 8-6
H
Hazard Warning Flashers................................... 3-5
Head Restraints............................................... 1-2
Headlamp
Aiming .......................................................6-48
Headlamps
Bulb Replacement.......................................6-51
Daytime Running Lamp................................3-17
Exterior Lamps............................................3-13
Flash-to-Pass............................................... 3-8
High Intensity Discharge (HID) Lighting...........6-51
High/Low Beam Changer................................ 3-7
On Reminder..............................................3-16
Heated Seats............................................1-5, 1-6
Heated Steering Wheel..................................... 3-6
Heater
Engine Coolant...........................................2-34
Heater...........................................................3-22
Highbeam On Light.........................................3-40
High-Speed Operation, Tires.............................6-61
Highway Hypnosis...........................................5-26
Hill and Mountain Roads..................................5-26
Hood
Checking Things Under................................6-12
Release.....................................................6-13
Horn ............................................................... 3-5
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly...................1-17
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S
Safety Belt Reminders.....................................3-29
Safety Belts
Care of ......................................................6-97
How to Wear Safety Belts Properly................1-17
Lap-Shoulder Belt........................................1-26
Safety Belt Extender....................................1-31
Safety Belt Use During Pregnancy.................1-31
Safety Belts Are for Everyone.......................1-12
Safety Warnings and Symbols.............................. iv
Scheduled Maintenance..................................... 7-4
Seats
Heated and Cooled Seats.............................. 1-6
Heated Seats............................................... 1-5
Power Lumbar .............................................. 1-4
Power Reclining Seatbacks............................. 1-8
Power Seats................................................. 1-3
Rear Seat Operation....................................1-10
Secondary Latch System.................................6-87
Securing a Child Restraint
Rear Seat Position......................................1-47
Right Front Seat Position..............................1-50
Security Light.................................................3-39
Service........................................................... 6-3
Accessories and Modications......................... 6-3
Adding Equipment to the Outside of the
Vehicle..................................................... 6-5
California Perchlorate Materials
Requirements............................................ 6-4Service (cont.)
California Proposition 65 Warning.................... 6-4
Doing Your Own Work................................... 6-4
Engine Soon Lamp......................................3-36
Publications Ordering Information...................8-15
Service, Scheduling Appointments....................... 8-9
Servicing Your Airbag-Equipped Vehicle..............1-67
Sheet Metal Damage.....................................6-101
Shifting Into Park............................................2-43
Shifting Out of Park........................................2-44
Signals, Turn and Lane-Change.......................... 3-7
Spare Tire.....................................................6-93
Installing....................................................6-82
Removing...................................................6-78
Storing.......................................................6-90
Specications, Capacities...............................
6-110
Speedometer..................................................3-29
StabiliTrak
®Indicator Light...............................3-34
StabiliTrak®System.......................................... 5-6
Start Vehicle, Remote....................................... 2-7
Starting the Engine.........................................2-32
Steering.......................................................... 5-9
Steering Wheel Controls, Audio.........................3-88
Steering Wheel, Heated..................................... 3-6
Steering Wheel, Tilt Wheel................................. 3-6
Steps
Power Assist...............................................2-22
Storage Areas
All-Weather Cargo Area................................2-77
Center Console Storage Area........................2-66
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