2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV recommended oil

Black plate (99,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Appearance Care Interior Cleaning The vehicle's interior will continue to look its best if
it is cleaned often. Although not always visible, dust
and dirt can accumulate on the upholstery. Dirt can
damage carpet, fabric, leather, and plastic surfaces.
Regular vacuuming is recommended to remove
particles from the upholstery. It is important to keep
the upholstery from becoming and remaining heavily
soiled. Soils should be removed as quickly as possible.
The vehicle's interior may experience extremes of heat
that could cause stains to set rapidly.
Lighter colored interiors may require more frequent
cleaning. Use care because newspapers and garments
that transfer color to home furnishings may also transfer
color to the vehicle's interior.
When cleaning the vehicle's interior, only use cleaners
specifically designed for the surfaces being cleaned.
Permanent damage may result from using cleaners on
surfaces for which they were not intended. Use glass
cleaner only on glass. Remove any accidental
over-spray from other surfaces immediately. To prevent
over-spray, apply cleaner directly to the cleaning cloth. Notice: Using abrasive cleaners when cleaning
glass surfaces on the vehicle, could scratch the
glass and/or cause damage to the rear window
defogger. When cleaning the glass on the vehicle,
use only a soft cloth and glass cleaner.
Many cleaners contain solvents that may become
concentrated in the vehicle's breathing space.
Before using cleaners, read and adhere to all safety
instructions on the label. While cleaning the vehicle's
interior, maintain adequate ventilation by opening the
vehicle's doors and windows.
Dust may be removed from small buttons and knobs
using a small brush with soft bristles.
Products that remove odors from the vehicle's
upholstery and clean the vehicle's glass can be
obtained from your dealer.
Do not clean the vehicle using: .
A knife or any other sharp object to remove a soil
from any interior surface. .
A stiff brush. It can cause damage to the vehicle's
interior surfaces. .
Heavy pressure or aggressive rubbing with a
cleaning cloth. Use of heavy pressure can damage
the interior and does not improve the effectiveness
of soil removal.
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Black plate (101,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Leather A soft cloth dampened with water can be used to
remove dust. If a more thorough cleaning is necessary,
a soft cloth dampened with a mild soap solution can be
used. Allow the leather to dry naturally. Do not use heat
to dry. Never use steam to clean leather. Never use
spot lifters or spot removers on leather. Many
commercial leather cleaners and coatings that are
sold to preserve and protect leather may permanently
change the appearance and feel of the leather and are
not recommended. Do not use silicone or wax-based
products, or those containing organic solvents to clean
the vehicle's interior because they can alter the
appearance by increasing the gloss in a non-uniform
manner. Never use shoe polish on leather. TEHAMA ™ Leather The leather surface on the seat was not designed to be
aggressively cleaned using any commercial product.
Use a well wrung cloth dampened with water to remove
dust. Do not use a wet cloth or saturate the leather
surface with water. Allow the leather to dry naturally. If a
soil occurs that cannot be completely removed, allow it
to become part of the natural markings of the leather.
The leather in the vehicle was designed to have a
natural appearance and develop a more vintage
appearance with use.
Do not use heat to dry. Never use steam to clean
leather. Never use spot lifters or spot removers on
leather. It is very important to not use any commercial
leather cleaners or coatings that are sold to preserve
and protect leather. Not only are those products not
necessary, they will permanently and adversely change
the appearance and feel of the leather. Never use
silicone or wax-based products, or those containing
organic solvents to clean the vehicle's interior. Never
use shoe polish on leather.
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Black plate (117,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Capacities and Specifications The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. See Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 8 ‑ 10 for more information.
Application Capacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant charge
amount, see the refrigerant caution label located
under the hood. See your dealer for more information.
Cooling System 17.6 qt 16.7 L
Engine Oil with Filter 6.0 qt † 5.7 L †
Fuel Tank
Regular 26.0 gal 98.4 L
Extended 31.5 gal 119.2 L
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Black plate (118,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Application Capacities
English Metric
Transmission Fluid (Pan Removal and Replacement) 6.0 qt 5.7 L
Transfer Case Fluid 1.5 qt 1.4 L
Wheel Nut Torque 140 lb ft 190 Y
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.
Recheck fluid after filling.
† Oil filter should be changed at every oil change.
Engine SpecificationsEngine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
6.2L V8 F Automatic 0.040 in (1.02 mm)
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Black plate (3,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
At your dealer, you can be certain that you will receive
the highest level of service available. Your dealer has
specially trained service technicians, uses genuine
replacement parts, as well as, up to date tools and
equipment to ensure fast and accurate diagnostics.
The proper replacement parts, fluids, and lubricants to
use are listed in Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
on page 8 ‑ 10 and Maintenance Replacement Parts on
page 8 ‑ 12
. We recommend the use of genuine parts
from your dealer.
Rotation of New Tires To maintain ride, handling, and performance of the
vehicle, it is important that the first rotation service for
new tires be performed when they have 8 000 to
13 000 km (5,000 to 8,000 miles). See Tire Inspection
and Rotation on page 7 ‑ 71 . Scheduled Maintenance When the Change Engine Oil Soon
Message Displays Change engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on
page 7 ‑ 17 . An Emission Control Service.
When the Change Engine Oil Soon message displays,
service is required for the vehicle as soon as possible,
within the next 1 000 km/600 miles. If driving under the
best conditions, the engine oil life system might not
indicate the need for vehicle service for more than a
year. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least
once a year and the oil life system must be reset. Your
dealer has trained service technicians who will perform
this work and reset the system. If the engine oil life
system is reset accidentally, service the vehicle within
5 000 km/3,000 miles since the last service. Reset the
oil life system whenever the oil is changed. See Engine
Oil Life System on page 7 ‑ 20 .
When the Change Engine Oil Soon message displays,
certain services, checks, and inspections are required.
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Black plate (4,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Every Engine Oil Change .
Change engine oil and filter. See Engine Oil on
page 7 ‑ 17 . An Emission Control Service..
Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant
on page 7 ‑ 29 ..
Windshield washer fluid level check. See
Windshield Washer Fluid on page 7 ‑ 39 ..
Tire inflation check. See Inflation - Tire Pressure
on page 7 ‑ 65 ..
Tire wear inspection. See Tire Inspection and
Rotation on page 7 ‑ 71 ..
Rotate tires. See Tire Inspection and Rotation on
page 7 ‑ 71 ..
Fluids visual leak check (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first). A leak in any system must
be repaired and the fluid level checked. .
Engine air cleaner filter inspection. See Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 7 ‑ 22 ..
Brake system inspection (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first). .
Lubricate the front suspension, steering linkage,
and parking brake cable guides. Control arm ball
joints are maintenance ‐ free..
Steering and suspension inspection. Visual
inspection for damaged, loose, or missing parts or
signs of wear. .
Engine cooling system inspection. Visual
inspection of hoses, pipes, fittings, and clamps and
replacement, if needed. .
Windshield wiper blade inspection for wear,
cracking, or contamination and windshield and
wiper blade cleaning, if contaminated. See
Windshield, Backglass, and Wiper Blades
on
page 7 ‑ 105 . Worn or damaged wiper blade
replacement. See Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement on page 7 ‑ 57 . .
Body hinges and latches, key lock cylinders, rear
compartment hinges, outer tailgate handle pivot
points, and folding seat hardware lubrication.
See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on
page 8 ‑ 10
. More frequent lubrication may be
required when vehicle is exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone grease on
weatherstrips with a clean cloth makes them last
longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak. .
Restraint system component check. See Checking
the Restraint Systems on page 2 ‑ 91 . .
Automatic transmission fluid level check and
adding fluid, if needed. See Automatic
Transmission Fluid on page 7 ‑ 24 .
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Black plate (6,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
First Engine Oil Change After Every
40 000 km/25,000 Miles .
Fuel system inspection for damage or leaks.
First Engine Oil Change After Every
80 000 km/50,000 Miles .
Engine air cleaner filter replacement. See Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter on page 7 ‑ 22 ..
Automatic transmission fluid and filter change
(severe service) for vehicles mainly driven in heavy
city traffic in hot weather, in hilly or mountainous
terrain, when frequently towing a trailer, or used for
taxi, police, or delivery service. See Automatic
Transmission Fluid on page 7 ‑ 24 ..
Four ‐ wheel drive only: Transfer case fluid change
(severe service) for vehicles mainly driven when
frequently towing a trailer, or used for taxi, police,
or delivery service. Check vent hose at transfer
case for kinks and proper installation. Check to be
sure vent hose is unobstructed, clear, and free of debris. During any maintenance, if a power washer
is used to clean mud and dirt from the underbody,
care should be taken to not directly spray the
transfer case output seals. High pressure water
can overcome the seals and contaminate the
transfer case fluid. Contaminated fluid will
decrease the life of the transfer case and should
be replaced. .
Evaporative control system inspection. Check all
fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hook ‐ up,
routing, and condition. Check that the purge valve,
if the vehicle has one, works properly. Replace as
needed. An Emission Control Service. 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.
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Black plate (10,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2010
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, part
number, or specification can be obtained from your
dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil The engine requires a special engine
oil meeting GM Standard GM4718M.
Oils meeting this standard can be
identified as synthetic, and should
also be identified with the American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certified for
Gasoline Engines starburst symbol.
However, not all synthetic API oils
with the starburst symbol will meet
this GM standard. Look for and use
only oil that meets GM Standard
GM4718M. For the proper viscosity,
see Engine Oil on page 7 ‑ 17 . Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL ®
Coolant. See Engine Coolant on
page 7 ‑ 29
.
Hydraulic Brake
System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 12377967, in
Canada 89021320).
Windshield
Washer Optikleen ®
Washer Solvent.
Power Steering
System GM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, in
Canada 89021186).
Automatic
Transmission DEXRON ®
-VI Automatic Transmission
Fluid.
Key Lock
Cylinders Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
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