coolant CADILLAC ESCALADE 2007 3.G Owner's Guide

(h)Change automatic transmission uid and lter
if the vehicle is mainly driven under one or
more of these conditions:
In heavy city traffic where the outside
temperature regularly reaches 90°F (32°C) or
higher.
In hilly or mountainous terrain.
When doing frequent trailer towing.
Uses such as found in taxi, police, or delivery
service.
(i)Drain, ush, and rell cooling system. This
service can be complex; you should have
your dealer perform this service. See Engine
Coolant on page 419 for what to use. Inspect
hoses. Clean radiator, condenser, pressure cap,
and ller neck. Pressure test the cooling
system and pressure cap.
(j)A uid loss in any vehicle system could indicate
a problem. Have the system inspected and
repaired and the uid level checked. Add uid if
needed.(k)If you drive regularly under dusty conditions,
inspect the lter at each engine oil change.
(l)Visually inspect belt for fraying, excessive
cracks, or obvious damage. Replace belt if
necessary.
(m)Check vent hose at transfer case for kinks
and proper installation.
Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be
performed at the intervals specied to help ensure
the safety, dependability, and emission control
performance of your vehicle. Your GM
Goodwrench
®dealer can assist you with these
checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at
once. Whenever any uids or lubricants are added
to your vehicle, make sure they are the proper
ones, as shown inRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 531.
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At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks
at each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 407for
further details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil
regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure
to keep your engine oil at the proper level
can cause damage to your engine not covered
by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. See
Engine Coolant on page 419for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in
the windshield washer uid reservoir and add the
proper uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure
they are inated to the correct pressures. Do
not forget to check the spare tire. SeeTires on
page 454for further details. Check to make
sure the spare tire is stored securely. See
Changing a Flat Tire on page 476.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation may be required for high mileage
highway drivers prior to the Engine Oil Life System
service notication. Check the tires for wear
and, if necessary, rotate the tires. SeeTire
Inspection and Rotation on page 467.
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Hood and Liftgate Support Gas Strut
Service
Visually inspect gas strut for signs of wear,
corrosion, cracks, loss of lubricant, or other
damage. Check the hold open ability of gas strut.
If necessary, replace with genuine GM parts.
Underbody Flushing Service
At least every spring, use plain water to ush any
corrosive materials from the underbody. Take
care to clean thoroughly any areas where mud and
other debris can collect.
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identied below by name,
part number, or specication may be obtained
from your dealer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilEngine oil which meets GM
Standard GM6094M and displays
the American Petroleum Institute
Certied for Gasoline Engines
starburst symbol. GM Goodwrench
®
oil meets all the requirements for
your vehicle. To determine the
proper viscosity for your vehicle’s
engine, seeEngine Oil on page 407.
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 419.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid or
equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
WasherGM Optikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184,
in Canada 89021186).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
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Cleaning (cont.)
Windshield, Backglass, and
Wiper Blades........................................ 502
Wood Panels........................................... 499
Climate Control System
Dual Automatic......................................... 220
Outlet Adjustment..................................... 225
Rear Air Conditioning and Heating
System, Electronic................................ 226
Clock.......................................................... 219
Collision Damage Repair............................. 552
Comfort Guides, Rear Safety Belt................. 56
Compass............................................157, 159
Content Theft-Deterrent............................... 135
Control of a Vehicle..................................... 326
Convenience Net......................................... 181
Coolant
Engine Temperature Gage........................ 238
Heater, Engine......................................... 143
Surge Tank Pressure Cap........................ 422
Cooled Seats................................................ 12
Cooling System........................................... 425
Cruise Control............................................. 202
Cruise Control Light.................................... 243
Cupholder(s)................................................ 178Customer Assistance Information
Courtesy Transportation........................... 549
Customer Assistance for Text
Telephone (TTY) Users ......................... 543
Customer Assistance Offices.................... 544
Customer Satisfaction Procedure.............. 540
GM Mobility Reimbursement Program...... 545
Reporting Safety Defects to
General Motors..................................... 557
Reporting Safety Defects to the
Canadian Government.......................... 556
Reporting Safety Defects to the
United States Government.................... 556
Roadside Service..................................... 545
Service Publications Ordering
Information........................................... 557
D
Daytime Running Lamps............................. 210
Defensive Driving........................................ 322
Delayed Locking.......................................... 124
Differential, Locking..................................... 329
Doing Your Own Service Work.................... 397
Dome Lamp Override.................................. 213
Dome Lamps............................................... 212
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Door
Delayed Locking...................................... 124
Locks....................................................... 123
Power Door Locks................................... 124
Programmable Automatic Door Locks....... 124
Rear Door Security Locks........................ 124
Driver
Position, Safety Belt................................... 43
Driver Information Center (DIC)................... 245
DIC Operation and Displays..................... 245
DIC Vehicle Customization....................... 259
DIC Warnings and Messages................... 250
Driving
At Night................................................... 354
City.......................................................... 358
Defensive................................................. 322
Drunken................................................... 323
Freeway................................................... 359
Hill and Mountain Roads.......................... 362
In Rain and on Wet Roads...................... 355
Off-Road.................................................. 338
Recovery Hooks....................................... 369
Rocking Your Vehicle to Get it Out.......... 368
Winter...................................................... 364
Dual Automatic Climate Control System....... 220
DVD
Rear Seat Entertainment System............. 303E
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment................................... 506
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block........ 510
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 507
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 507
Power Windows and Other Power
Options................................................. 507
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 511
Windshield Wiper Fuses........................... 507
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter...................................... 412
Battery..................................................... 436
Check and Service Engine Soon Light..... 239
Coolant.................................................... 419
Coolant Heater......................................... 143
Coolant Temperature Gage...................... 238
Drive Belt Routing.................................... 534
Engine Compartment Overview ................ 406
Exhaust................................................... 155
Fan Noise................................................ 430
Oil ........................................................... 407
Oil Life System........................................ 410
Overheated Protection Operating Mode.... 424
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Engine (cont.)
Overheating............................................. 422
Starting.................................................... 141
Entry Lighting.............................................. 213
Event Data Recorders (EDR)...................... 551
Exit Lighting................................................ 213
Extender, Safety Belt..................................... 59
Exterior Lamps............................................ 205
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner................................... 412
Finish Damage............................................ 504
Flashers, Hazard Warning........................... 194
Flat Tire...................................................... 476
Flat Tire, Changing...................................... 476
Flat Tire, Storing......................................... 492
Fluid
Automatic Transmission............................ 415
Power Steering........................................ 430
Windshield Washer.................................. 431
Fog Lamp Light........................................... 243
Fog Lamps.................................................. 212
Front Axle................................................... 445Fuel............................................................ 398
Additives.................................................. 399
California Fuel.......................................... 399
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.............. 403
Filling Your Tank...................................... 401
Fuels in Foreign Countries....................... 400
Gage....................................................... 244
Gasoline Octane...................................... 398
Gasoline Specications............................ 398
Fuses
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block........ 510
Fuses and Circuit Breakers...................... 507
Instrument Panel Fuse Block................... 507
Underhood Fuse Block............................. 511
Windshield Wiper..................................... 507
G
Gage
Engine Coolant Temperature.................... 238
Fuel......................................................... 244
Speedometer........................................... 230
Tachometer.............................................. 230
Garage Door Opener..........................167, 168
Garment Hooks........................................... 179
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