clock CADILLAC ESCALADE 2000 1.G Owner's Manual

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Filling Your Tank
CAUTION:
Gasoline vapor is highly flammable. It burns
violently, and that can cause very bad injuries.
Don't smoke if you're near gasoline or refueling
your vehicle. Keep sparks, flames and smoking
materials away from gasoline.
The fuel cap is located behind a hinged door on the
driver's side of your vehicle.
While refueling, let the cap hang by the tether below the
fuel filler neck.
To remove the cap, turn it slowly to the left
(counterclockwise).

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CAUTION:
If you get gasoline on yourself and then
something ignites it, you could be badly burned.
Gasoline can spray out on you if you open the
fuel filler cap too quickly. This spray can happen
if your tank is nearly full, and is more likely in
hot weather. Open the fuel filler cap slowly and
wait for any ªhissº noise to stop. Then unscrew
the cap all the way.
Be careful not to spill gasoline. Clean gasoline from
painted surfaces as soon as possible. See ªCleaning the
Outside of Your Vehicleº in the Index.When you put the cap back on, turn it to the right
(clockwise) until you hear a clicking sound. 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. See ªMalfunction Indicator Lampº in
the Index.
NOTICE:
If you need a new cap, be sure to get the right
type. Your dealer can get one for you. If you get
the wrong type, it may not fit properly. This may
cause your malfunction indicator lamp to light
and your fuel tank and emissions system may be
damaged. See ªMalfunction Indicator Lampº in
the Index.

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Bulb Replacement
The following procedure tells you how to replace your
headlamp bulbs. For the type of bulb to use, see
ªReplacement Bulbsºin the Index. For any bulbs not
listed in this section, contact your service department.
Halogen Bulbs
CAUTION:
Halogen bulbs have pressurized gas inside and
can burst if you drop or scratch the bulb. You or
others could be injured. Be sure to read and
follow the instructions on the bulb package.
Headlamps
1. Remove the parking/turn signal assembly as
described under ªParking/Turn Signal Lamps,º
following this procedure. The parking/turn signal
assembly must be removed to provide clearance for
headlamp removal.2. Remove the two turn signal bulb sockets and the
sidemarker bulb socket from the parking/turn signal
assembly by turning counterclockwise.
3. Set the parking/turn signal assembly to the side.4. Remove the two bolts at the top of the radiator
support as shown.
5. Pull the headlamp assembly out.

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6. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove it.
7. Unplug the electrical connector.
8. Put the new bulb into the assembly and turn it
clockwise until it is tight.
9. Plug in the electrical connector.
10. Put the headlamp assembly back into the vehicle.
Install and tighten the two bolts.
11. Install the two turn signal bulb sockets and the
sidemarker bulb socket into the parking/turn signal
bulb assembly.12. Install the parking/turn signal assembly. Install and
tighten the two screws.
Parking/Turn Signal Lamps
1. Remove the two screws on the side of the
parking/turn signal bulb assembly.
2. Pull the parking/turn signal assembly toward the side
of the vehicle until the tabs are out of the grille.

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A. Turn Signal Bulbs
B. Sidemarker Bulb
3. To remove a bulb, turn the socket counterclockwise
to remove it from the assembly.
4. Put the new bulb into the assembly and turn the
socket clockwise until it is tight.
5. Install the parking/turn signal lamp assembly by
sliding it from the side of the vehicle toward the
center until the tabs fully engage the grille.
6. Install and tighten the two screws.
Fog Lamps
The fog lamp bulb assembly is located under the
front bumper.
1. Remove the fog lamp bulb socket by turning
it counterclockwise.

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2. Remove the connector from the bulb socket by
lifting the tabs on the sides of the connector.
3. Insert the new bulb socket into the connector until
the tabs lock into the connector.
4. Insert the fog lamp bulb socket into the fog lamp
housing and turn it clockwise one
-quarter of a turn.
Center High-Mounted Stoplamp (CHMSL)
The individual bulbs in the CHMSL are not replaceable.
See your dealer for assistance.
Rear Lamps
1. Open the tailgate.
2. Remove the two black plastic plugs from the rear
lamp assembly access holes.
3. Remove the two rear
lamp assembly screws
inside the fender and
pull out the lamp
assembly. You may want
to use a magnetic
screwdriver when
removing the screws.