4 service and maintenance – Cadillac 2011 Escalade EXT User Manual

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11-4

Service and Maintenance

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Lubricate the front suspension,
steering linkage, and parking
brake cable guides. Control arm
ball joints are maintenance‐free.

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Steering and suspension
inspection. Visual inspection for
damaged, loose, or missing
parts or signs of wear.

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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 11‑7
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More
frequent lubrication may be
required when the 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.

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Restraint system component
check. See Safety System
Check on page 3‑24
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Fuel system inspection for
damage or leaks.

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Exhaust system and nearby heat
shields inspection for loose or
damaged components.

Additional Required Services

Every 12 000 km/7,500 Miles

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Rotate tires. Tires should
be rotated every 12 000 km/
7,500 miles. See Tire Rotation
on page 10‑61
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At Each Fuel Stop

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Engine oil level check. See
Engine Oil on page 10‑8.

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Engine coolant level check. See
Engine Coolant on page 10‑18.

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Windshield washer fluid level
check. See Washer Fluid on
page 10‑26
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Once a Month

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Tire inflation pressures
check. See Tire Pressure on
page 10‑54
.

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Tire wear inspection. See Tire
Inspection on page 10‑61
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Sunroof track and seal
inspection, if equipped. See
Sunroof on page 2‑25.

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