lock CADILLAC ESCALADE 2004 2.G Owners Manual

Filling Your Tank
{CAUTION:
Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel re can
cause bad injuries. To help avoid injuries to
you and others, read and follow all the
instructions on the pump island. Turn off your
engine when you are refueling. Do not smoke
if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle.
Keep sparks, ames and smoking materials
away from fuel. Do not leave the fuel pump
unattended when refueling your vehicle — this
is against the law in some places. Keep
children away from the fuel pump; never let
children pump fuel.
The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the
driver’s side of the vehicle.
To remove the fuel cap, turn it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise). It will require more effort to turn the
fuel cap on the last turn as you loosen it.Before refueling, slide the edge of the fuel cap onto the
ller door hook.
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The cap will hang on the hook during refueling.
{CAUTION:
If a re starts while you are refueling, do not
remove the nozzle. Shut off the ow of fuel by
shutting off the pump or by notifying the
station attendant. Leave the area immediately.Be careful not to spill fuel. Do not top off or overll your
tank and wait a few seconds after you have nished
pumping before you remove the nozzle. Clean any spilled
fuel from painted surfaces as soon as possible. See
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle on page 5-108.
When you put the fuel cap back on, turn it to the right
(clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. It will require
more effort to turn the fuel cap on the last turn as you
tighten it. Make sure you fully install the cap. The
diagnostic system can determine if the fuel cap has
been left off or improperly installed. This would allow fuel
to evaporate into the atmosphere. SeeMalfunction
Indicator Lamp on page 3-45.
Notice:If you need a new fuel cap, be sure to get the
right type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get
the wrong type, it may not t properly. This may
cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light and
may damage your fuel tank and emissions system.
SeeMalfunction Indicator Lamp on page 3-45.
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A. Engine Air Cleaner/Filter. SeeEngine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 5-19.
B. Coolant Surge Tank. SeeCooling System on
page 5-30andCoolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap
on page 5-27.
C. Air Filter Restriction Indicator (If Equipped). See
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-19.
D. Engine Oil Fill. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-14.
E. Engine Oil Dipstick. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-14.
F. Automatic Transmission Dipstick. SeeAutomatic
Transmission Fluid on page 5-21.
G. Fan. SeeCooling System on page 5-30andEngine
Fan Noise on page 5-36.H. Remote Negative (−) Terminal (GND). SeeJump
Starting on page 5-43.
I. Remote Positive (+) Terminal. SeeJump Starting on
page 5-43.
J. Power Steering Fluid Reservoir (Out of View). See
Power Steering Fluid on page 5-37.
K. Brake Fluid Reservoir. SeeBrakes on page 5-39.
L. Underhood Fuse Block. See “Underhood Fuse Block”
underFuses and Circuit Breakers on page 5-115.
M. Battery. SeeBattery on page 5-42.
N. Windshield Washer Fluid Reservoir. SeeWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 5-38.
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How to Reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
Message
The GM Oil Life System calculates when to change your
engine oil and lter based on vehicle use. Anytime your
oil is changed, reset the system so it can calculate when
the next oil change is required. If a situation occurs where
you change your oil prior to a CHANGE ENGINE OIL
message being turned on, reset the system.
To reset the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message, see “GM
Oil Life System” underDIC Operation and Displays
on page 3-51for vehicles equipped with the DIC, or do
the following:
1. Turn the ignition key to RUN with the engine off.
2. Fully press and release the accelerator pedal slowly
three times within ve seconds.
If the OIL LIFE RESET message ashes for
10 seconds, the system is resetting.
3. Turn the key to LOCK.
If the CHANGE ENGINE OIL message comes back on
when you start your vehicle, the engine oil life system
has not reset. Repeat the procedure. If it still does
not reset, see your dealer for service.
What to Do with Used Oil
Used engine oil contains certain elements that may be
unhealthy for your skin and could even cause cancer.
Do not let used oil stay on your skin for very long. Clean
your skin and nails with soap and water, or a good
hand cleaner. Wash or properly dispose of clothing or
rags containing used engine oil. See the manufacturer’s
warnings about the use and disposal of oil products.
Used oil can be a threat to the environment. If you
change your own oil, be sure to drain all the oil from the
lter before disposal. Never dispose of oil by putting it in
the trash, pouring it on the ground, into sewers, or into
streams or bodies of water. Instead, recycle it by taking it
to a place that collects used oil. If you have a problem
properly disposing of your used oil, ask your dealer, a
service station or a local recycling center for help.
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Checking the Fluid Level
Prepare your vehicle as follows:
Park your vehicle on a level place. Keep the engine
running.
With the parking brake applied, place the shift lever
in PARK (P).
With your foot on the brake pedal, move the shift
lever through each gear range, pausing for about
three seconds in each range. Then, position the shift
lever in PARK (P).
Let the engine run at idle for three minutes or more.
Then, without shutting off the engine, follow these steps:
The transmission dipstick
handle with the graphic is
located at the rear of
the engine compartment,
on the passenger’s side.
SeeEngine Compartment Overview on page 5-12for
more information on location.1. Flip the handle up and then pull out the dipstick
and wipe it with a clean rag or paper towel.
2. Push it back in all the way, wait three seconds and
then pull it back out again.
3. Check both sides of the dipstick, and read the lower
level. The uid level must be in the COLD area,
below the cross-hatched area, for a cold check or in
the HOT area or cross-hatched area for a hot
check. Be sure to keep the dipstick pointed down to
get an accurate reading.
4. If the uid level is in the acceptable range, push the
dipstick back in all the way; then ip the handle
down to lock the dipstick in place.
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How to Add Fluid
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of transmission uid to use. SeeRecommended
Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-13.
Add uid only after checking the transmission uid while
it is hot. (A cold check is used only as a reference.) If
the uid level is low, add only enough of the proper uid
to bring the level up to the HOT area for a hot check.
It doesn’t take much uid, generally less than one
pint (0.5 L).Don’t overll.
Notice:We recommend you use only uid labeled
DEXRON
®-III, because uid with that label is
made especially for your automatic transmission.
Damage caused by uid other than DEXRON
®-III is
not covered by your new vehicle warranty.
After adding uid, recheck the uid level as
described underHow to Check.
When the correct uid level is obtained, push the
dipstick back in all the way; then ip the handle
down to lock the dipstick in place.
Engine Coolant
The cooling system in your vehicle is lled with
DEX-COOL®engine coolant. This coolant is designed
to remain in your vehicle for 5 years or 150,000 miles
(240 000 km), whichever occurs rst, if you add
only DEX-COOL
®extended life coolant.
The following explains your cooling system and how to
add coolant when it is low. If you have a problem with
engine overheating, seeEngine Overheating on
page 5-28.
A 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and
DEX-COOL
®coolant will:
Give freezing protection down to−34°F (−37°C).
Give boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
Protect against rust and corrosion.
Help keep the proper engine temperature.
Let the warning lights and gages work as they
should.
Notice:Using coolant other than DEX-COOL
®may
cause premature engine, heater core or radiator
corrosion. In addition, the engine coolant may
require changing sooner, at 30,000 miles (50 000 km)
or 24 months, whichever occurs rst. Any repairs
would not be covered by your warranty. Always use
DEX-COOL
®(silicate-free) coolant in your vehicle.
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1. Park the vehicle on a level surface. You can
remove the coolant surge tank pressure cap
when the cooling system, including the coolant
surge tank pressure cap and upper radiator hose, is
no longer hot. Turn the pressure cap slowly
counterclockwise (left) about one full turn. If you
hear a hiss, wait for that to stop. A hiss means there
is still some pressure left.2. Then keep turning the pressure cap slowly, and
remove it.
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6. Remove the vertical pin from the headlamp
assembly by turning the end of the pin away from
you until it unsnaps and then pulling it upward.
7. Remove the headlamp assembly by lifting it up and
then pulling it out and away from the front of the
vehicle.
8. Disconnect the electrical connector from the lower
corner of the headlamp assembly. This will give you
better access to the headlamp assembly.9. Remove the rubber,
circular-shaped bulb
cap of the affected bulb
from the headlamp
assembly.
10. Turn the bulb connector counterclockwise and
remove it with the old bulb from the headlamp
assembly.
11. Unplug the electrical connector from the old bulb.
12. Plug in the electrical connector to the new bulb,
using care not to touch the bulb with your hands,
ngers or anything damp or oily.
13. Place the connector with the new bulb into the
headlamp assembly and turn it clockwise until it
is tight.
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14. Reinstall the rubber, circular-shaped bulb cap onto
the headlamp assembly.
15. Reconnect the electrical connector to the lower
corner of the headlamp assembly.16. Place the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle,
being sure to align the lower locator tab with the
pocket on the vehicle (see arrow). Push the
headlamp assembly straight in and then down into
position.
17. Install the two pins and snap the ends into their
locked position.
18. Reinstall the grille and radiator cover by reversing
the removal procedure described previously.
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Front Turn Signal, Sidemarker and
Daytime Running Lamps
A. Low-Beam
Headlamp (HID)
B. Daytime Running
Lamp
C. Sidemarker LampD. High-Beam
Headlamp
E. Front Turn Signal
Lamp1. Remove the headlamp assembly as described
previously.
2. Remove the rubber, circular-shaped bulb cap for
the affected bulb from the headlamp assembly.
3. Press the locking release lever, turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove it from the headlamp
assembly. (There is no lock for the sidemarker lamp.)
4. Remove the old bulb from the bulb socket.
5. Put the new bulb into the bulb socket.
6. Put the bulb socket into the turn signal housing and
turn it clockwise until it locks. (There is no lock for
the sidemarker lamp.)
7. Reinstall the rubber, circular-shaped bulb cap to the
headlamp assembly.
8. Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle
by reversing the previous mentioned steps.
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