2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE Owners Manual

What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of lubricant to use. SeeRecommended Fluids andLubricants on page 8!10.
Front Axle
When to Check and Change Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluidunless you suspect there is a leak or you hear anunusual noise. A fluid loss could indicate a problem.Have it inspected and repaired.
How to Check Lubricant
To get an accurate reading, the vehicle shouldbe on a level surface.A:Fill Plug
B:Drain Plug
.When the differential is cold, add enough lubricantto raise the level from 0 (0 mm) to 1/8 inch(3.2 mm) below the filler plug hole.
.When the differential is at operating temperature(warm), add enough lubricant to raise the level tothe bottom of the filler plug hole.
What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine whatkind of lubricant to use. SeeRecommended Fluids andLubricants on page 8!10.
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Headlamp Aiming
The vehicle has a visual optical headlamp aimingsystem. The aim of the headlamps have been preset atthe factory and should need no further adjustment.
However, if the vehicle is damaged in a crash, the aimof the headlamps may be affected and adjustment maybe necessary.
If oncoming vehicles flash their high beams at you, thismay mean the vertical aim of your headlamps needs tobe adjusted.
It is recommended that the vehicle is taken to yourdealer/retailer for service if the headlamps need to beadjusted. It is possible however, to re-aim theheadlamps as described.
The vehicle should:
.Be placed so the headlamps are 25 ft. (7.6 m) froma light colored wall or other flat surface.
.Have all four tires on a level surface which is levelall the way to the wall or other flat surface.
.Be placed so it is perpendicular to the wall or otherflat surface.
.Not have any snow, ice, or mud on it.
.Be fully assembled and all other work stoppedwhile headlamp aiming is being performed.
.Be normally loaded with a full tank of fuel and oneperson or 160 lbs (75 kg) sitting on the driver seat.
.Have the tires properly inflated.
.Have the spare tire is in its proper location in thevehicle.
Headlamp aiming is done with the vehicle's low-beamheadlamps. The high-beam headlamps will be correctlyaimed if the low-beam headlamps are aimed properly.
To adjust the vertical aim:
1. Open the hood. SeeHood Releaseon page 7!15for more information.
2. Locate the center ofthe projector lens ofthe low!beamheadlamp.
3. Record the distance from the ground to the centerof the projector lens of the low!beam headlamp.
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4. At a wall, measure from the ground upward (A) tothe recorded distance from Step 3 and mark it.
5. Draw or tape a horizontal line (B) on the wall thewidth of the vehicle at the height of the mark inStep 4.
Notice:Do not cover a headlamp to improve beamcut-off when aiming. Covering a headlamp maycause excessive heat build-up which may causedamage to the headlamp.
6. Turn on the low-beam headlamps and place apiece of cardboard or equivalent in front of theheadlamp not being adjusted. This allows only thebeam of light from the headlamp being adjusted tobe seen on the flat surface.
7. Locate the vertical headlamp aiming screws, whichare under the hood near each headlamp assembly.
The adjustment screw can be turned with aE8 Torx®socket.
8. Turn the vertical aiming screw until the headlampbeam is aimed to the horizontal tape line. Turn itclockwise or counterclockwise to raise or lower theangle of the beam.
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9. Make sure that the light from the headlamp ispositioned at the bottom edge of the horizontaltape line. The lamp on the left (A) shows thecorrect headlamp aim. The lamp on the right (B)shows the incorrect headlamp aim.
10. Repeat Steps 7 through 9 for the oppositeheadlamp.
Bulb Replacement
For the proper type of replacement bulbs, seeReplacement Bulbs on page 7!56.
For any bulb changing procedure not listed in thissection, contact your dealer/retailer.
High Intensity Discharge (HID)
Lighting
{WARNING:
The low beam high intensity discharge lighting
system operates at a very high voltage. If you try
to service any of the system components, you
could be seriously injured. Have your dealer/
retailer or a qualified technician service them.
The vehicle may have HID headlamps. After an HIDheadlamp bulb has been replaced, you may notice thatthe beam is a slightly different shade than it wasoriginally. This is normal.
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LED Lighting
The vehicle may have LED headlamps. Forreplacement of the LED lighting assembly contactyour dealer/retailer.
Back-Up Lamps
To replace this bulb:
1. Open the liftgate. SeePower Liftgateonpage 3!14for moreinformation.
2. Remove the twoscrews from thetaillamp assembly.
3. Pull the taillamp assembly rearward until youdisengage the inner pins on the taillamp assemblyfrom the vehicle.
4. Press the release tab, if the bulb socket has one,and turn the socket counterclockwise to remove itfrom the taillamp assembly.
5. Pull the old bulb straight out from the socket.
6. Press a new bulb into the socket, insert the socketinto the taillamp assembly and turn the socketclockwise into the taillamp assembly until it clicks.
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7. Reinstall the taillamp assembly. When reinstalling,make sure to line up the pins on the taillampassembly with the vehicle. If you do not line up thepins correctly, you will not be able install thetaillamp assembly properly.
If you need to replace the taillamp, stoplamp, or turnsignal, you will need to see your dealer/retailer forservice.
License Plate Lamp
1. Remove the two screws holding each of thelicense plate lamps to the molding that is part ofthe liftgate.
2. Twist and pull the license plate lamp forwardthrough the molding opening.
3. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull thebulb straight out of the socket.
4. Install the new bulb.
5. Reverse Steps 1 through 3 to reinstall the licenseplate lamp.
Replacement Bulbs
Exterior LampBulb Number
Back-up Lamp7440
License Plate LampW5W
For replacement bulbs not listed here, contact yourdealer/retailer.
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Windshield Wiper Blade
Replacement
Windshield wiper blades should be inspected for wearor cracking. SeeScheduled Maintenance on page 8!3.
Replacement blades come in different types and areremoved in different ways. To replace the wiper bladeassembly:
1. Pull the windshield wiper arm connector away fromthe windshield.
2. Squeeze the grooved areas on each side of theblade, and turn the blade assembly away from thearm connector.
3. Install the new blade onto the arm connector andmake sure the grooved areas are fully set in thelocked position.
For the proper type and size, seeMaintenanceReplacement Parts on page 8!12.
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Backglass Wiper Blade Replacement
1. Lift the wiper blade assembly up and out of thepark rest position.
2. Pull the wiper blade assembly away from thebackglass. The backglass wiper blade will not lockin a vertical position, so care should be used whenpulling it away from the vehicle.
3. Turn the wiper blade assembly, and pull it off of thewiper arm. Hold the wiper arm in position and pushthe blade away from the wiper arm.
4. Replace the wiper blade.
5. Return the wiper blade assembly to the park restposition.
Tires
Your new vehicle comes with high-quality tires
made by a leading tire manufacturer. If you ever
have questions about your tire warranty and
where to obtain service, see your vehicle
Warranty booklet for details. For additional
information refer to the tire manufacturer.
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