2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE brake

10. Turn the wheel wrench counterclockwiseto lower the vehicle. Lower the jackcompletely.
{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. SeeCapacities and Specificationson
page 7!115for original equipment wheel nut
torque specifications.
Notice:Improperly tightened wheel nuts can leadto brake pulsation and rotor damage. To avoidexpensive brake repairs, evenly tighten the wheelnuts in the proper sequence and to the propertorque specification. SeeCapacities andSpecificationson page 7!115for the wheel nuttorque specification.
11. Tighten the nuts firmlyin a crisscrosssequence as shownby turning the wheelwrench clockwise.
When you reinstall the regular wheel and tire, you mustalso reinstall the center cap. Line the tab on the back ofthe cap with the slot in the wheel. Place the cap on thewheel and press until it snaps into place.
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FusesUsage
1Right Trailer Stop/Turn Lamp
2Electronic Stability SuspensionControl, Automatic Level ControlExhaust
3Left Trailer Stop/Turn Lamp
4Engine Controls
5Engine Control Module, ThrottleControl
6Trailer Brake Controller
7Front Washer
8Oxygen Sensors
9Antilock Brakes System 2
10Trailer Back-up Lamps
11Driver Side Low-Beam Headlamp
12Engine Control Module (Battery)
13Fuel Injectors, Ignition Coils(Right Side)
14Transmission Control Module(Battery)
15Vehicle Back-up Lamps
16Passenger Side Low-Beam Headlamp
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FusesUsage
52SEO B1 Upfitter Usage (Battery)
53Cigarette Lighter, Auxiliary PowerOutlet
54Automatic Level Control CompressorRelay
55Climate Controls (Ignition)
56Engine Control Module, SecondaryFuel Pump (Ignition)
J-Case FusesUsage
57Cooling Fan 1
58Automatic Level Control Compressor
59Heavy Duty Antilock Braking System
60Cooling Fan 2
61Antilock Brake System 1
62Starter
63Stud 2 (Trailer Brakes)
64Left Bussed Electrical Center 1
65Electric Running Boards
66Heated Windshield Washer System
67Transfer Case
J-Case FusesUsage
68Stud 1 (Trailer Connector BatteryPower)
69Mid-Bussed Electrical Center 1
70Climate Control Blower
71Power Liftgate Module
72Left Bussed Electrical Center 2
RelaysUsage
FAN HICooling Fan High Speed
FAN LOCooling Fan Low Speed
FAN CNTRL Cooling Fan Control
HDLP LO/HID Low-Beam Headlamp
FOG LAMPFront Fog Lamps
A/C CMPRSR Air Conditioning Compressor
STRTRStarter
PWR/TRNPowertrain
FUEL PMPFuel Pump
PRK LAMPParking Lamps
REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger
RUN/CRANK Switched Power
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Every Engine Oil Change
.Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oilonpage 7!17.An Emission Control Service.
.Engine coolant level check. SeeEngine Coolanton page 7!29.
.Windshield washer fluid level check. SeeWindshield Washer Fluid on page 7!39.
.Tire inflation check. SeeInflation - Tire Pressureon page 7!65.
.Tire wear inspection. SeeTire Inspection andRotation on page 7!71.
.Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotationonpage 7!71.
.Fluids visual leak check (or every 12 months,whichever occurs first). A leak in any system mustbe repaired and the fluid level checked.
.Engine air cleaner filter inspection. SeeEngine AirCleaner/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 balljoints are maintenance!free.
.Steering and suspension inspection. Visualinspection for damaged, loose, or missing parts orsigns of wear.
.Engine cooling system inspection. Visualinspection of hoses, pipes, fittings, and clamps andreplacement, if needed.
.Windshield wiper blade inspection for wear,cracking, or contamination and windshield andwiper blade cleaning, if contaminated. SeeWindshield, Backglass, and Wiper Bladesonpage 7!104. Worn or damaged wiper bladereplacement. SeeWindshield Wiper BladeReplacement on page 7!57.
.Body hinges and latches, key lock cylinders, rearcompartment hinges, outer tailgate handle pivotpoints, and folding seat hardware lubrication. SeeRecommended Fluids and Lubricantsonpage 8!10. More frequent lubrication may berequired when vehicle is exposed to a corrosiveenvironment. Applying silicone grease onweatherstrips with a clean cloth makes them lastlonger, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
.Restraint system component check. SeeCheckingthe Restraint Systems on page 2!91.
.Automatic transmission fluid level check andadding fluid, if needed. SeeAutomaticTransmission Fluid on page 7!24.
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Additional Required Services
At Each Fuel Stop
.Engine oil level check. SeeEngine Oilonpage 7!17.
.Engine coolant level check. SeeEngine Coolanton page 7!29.
.Windshield washer fluid level check. SeeWindshield Washer Fluid on page 7!39.
Once a Month
.Tire inflation check. SeeInflation - Tire Pressureon page 7!65.
.Tire wear inspection. SeeTire Inspection andRotation on page 7!71.
Once a Year
.Starter switch check. SeeOwner Checks andServices on page 8!8.
.Parking brake and automatic transmission P (Park)mechanism check. SeeOwner Checks andServices on page 8!8.
.Automatic transmission shiftlock control systemcheck. SeeOwner Checks and Servicesonp a g e 8!8.
.Ignition transmission lock check. SeeOwnerChecks and Services on page 8!8.
.Engine cooling system and pressure cap pressurecheck. Radiator and air conditioning condenseroutside cleaning. SeeCooling Systemonpage 7!28.
.Exhaust system and nearby heat shieldsinspection for loose or damaged components.
.Accelerator pedal check for damage, high effort,or binding. Replace if needed.
.Hood and liftgate support gas strut inspection forsigns of wear, corrosion, cracks, loss of lubricant,or other damage. Check the hold open ability ofthe gas strut. If necessary, replace with genuineparts from your dealer/retailer.
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Owner Checks and Services
Starter Switch Check
{WARNING:
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle
could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or
others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enoughroom around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regularbrake. SeeParking Brake on page 3!38.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready toturn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicleshould start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral). If thevehicle starts in any other position, contact yourdealer/retailer for service.
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock
Control System Check
{WARNING:
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle
could move suddenly. If the vehicle moves, you or
others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enoughroom around the vehicle. It should be parked on alevel surface.
2. Firmly apply the parking brake. SeeParking Brakeon page 3!38.
Be ready to apply the regular brake immediately ifthe vehicle begins to move.
3. With the engine off, turn the ignition to ON/RUN,but do not start the engine. Without applying theregular brake, try to move the shift lever out ofP (Park) with normal effort. If the shift lever movesout of P (Park), contact your dealer/retailer forservice.
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Ignition Transmission Lock Check
While parked, and with the parking brake set, try to turnthe ignition to LOCK/OFF in each shift lever position.
.The ignition should turn to LOCK/OFF only whenthe shift lever is in P (Park).
.The ignition key should come out only inLOCK/OFF.
Contact your dealer/retailer if service is required.
Parking Brake and Automatic
Transmission P (Park) Mechanism
Check
{WARNING:
When you are doing this check, the vehicle could
begin to move. You or others could be injured and
property could be damaged. Make sure there is
room in front of the vehicle in case it begins to
roll. Be ready to apply the regular brake at once
should the vehicle begin to move.
Park on a fairly steep hill, with the vehicle facingdownhill. Keeping your foot on the regular brake, set theparking brake.
.To check the parking brake's holding ability: Withthe engine running and the transmission inN (Neutral), slowly remove foot pressure from theregular brake pedal. Do this until the vehicle is heldby the parking brake only.
.To check the P (Park) mechanism's holding ability:With the engine running, shift to P (Park). Thenrelease the parking brake followed by the regularbrake.
Contact your dealer/retailer if service is required.
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Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name, partnumber, or specification can be obtained from yourdealer/retailer.
UsageFluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil
The engine requires a special engineoil meeting GM Standard GM4718M.Oils meeting this standard can beidentified as synthetic, and shouldalso be identified with the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API) Certified forGasoline Engines starburst symbol.However, not all synthetic API oilswith the starburst symbol will meetthis GM standard. Look for and useonly oil that meets GM StandardGM4718M. For the proper viscosity,seeEngine Oil on page 7!17.
UsageFluid/Lubricant
Engine Coolant
50/50 mixture of clean, drinkablewater and use only DEX-COOL®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolantonp a g e 7!29.
Hydraulic BrakeSystem
DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid(GM Part No. U.S. 12377967, inCanada 89021320).
WindshieldWasherOptikleen®Washer Solvent.
Power SteeringSystem
GM Power Steering Fluid(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184, inCanada 89021186).
AutomaticTransmissionDEXRON®-VI Automatic TransmissionFluid.
Key LockCylinders
Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241, inCanada 10953474).
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