engine oil CADILLAC ESCALADE EXT 2008 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/retailer
perform this service. See Engine Coolant on page 5-23
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 dealer/retailer 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 6-13.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks at
each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Notice:It is important to check the engine oil
regularly and keep it at the proper level. Failure to
keep the engine oil at the proper level can cause
damage to the engine not covered by your warranty.
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-13.
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Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add DEX-COOL®
coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine Coolant
on page 5-23.
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
Inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they are
inated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to
check the spare tire. SeeInation - Tire Pressure on
page 5-61. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 5-78.
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 5-68.
At Least Once a Year
Starter Switch Check
{CAUTION:
When you are doing this inspection, the
vehicle could move suddenly. If the vehicle
moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before you start, be sure you have enough room
around the vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular
brake. SeeParking Brake on page 2-41.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to
turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle
should start only in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact
your dealer/retailer for service.
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Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identied below by name,
part number, or specication can be obtained from
your dealer/retailer.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine OilThe engine requires a special
engine oil meeting GM Standard
GM4718M. Oils meeting this
standard can be identied as
synthetic, and should also be
identied with the American
Petroleum Institute (API) Certied
for Gasoline Engines starburst
symbol. However, not all synthetic
API oils with the starburst symbol
will meet this GM standard.
Look for and use only oil that
meets GM Standard GM4718M.
For the proper viscosity, see
Engine Oil on page 5-13.
Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Coolant50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable
water and use only DEX-COOL
®
Coolant. SeeEngine Coolant
on page 5-23.
Hydraulic Brake
SystemDelco
®Supreme 11 Brake Fluid
or equivalent DOT-3 brake uid.
Windshield
WasherOptikleen
®Washer Solvent.
Power Steering
SystemGM Power Steering Fluid
(GM Part No. U.S. 89021184,
in Canada 89021186).
Automatic
TransmissionDEXRON
®-VI Automatic
Transmission Fluid.
Key Lock
CylindersMulti-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube
(GM Part No. U.S. 12346241,
in Canada 10953474).
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Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identied below by name, part number, or specication can be obtained from your GM dealer.
Maintenance Replacement Parts
Part GM Part NumberACDelco®
Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 15908916 A3086C
Oil Filter 89017524 PF48
Spark Plugs 12571164 41-985
Wiper Blades
Front – 21.6 inches (55.0 cm) 15930910 —
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E
EDR .............................................................7-16
Electrical System
Add-On Equipment.....................................5-107
Center Instrument Panel Fuse Block.............5-110
Fuses and Circuit Breakers.........................5-107
Instrument Panel Fuse Block.......................5-108
Power Windows and Other Power Options....5-107
Underhood Fuse Block...............................5-111
Windshield Wiper Fuses.............................5-107
Engine
Air Cleaner/Filter.........................................5-17
Check and Service Engine Soon Light............3-40
Coolant......................................................5-23
Coolant Heater............................................2-35
Coolant Temperature Gage...........................3-39
Drive Belt Routing.......................................6-16
Engine Compartment Overview......................5-12
Exhaust.....................................................2-44
Fan Noise..................................................5-33
Oil .............................................................5-13
Oil Life System...........................................5-16
Overheated Protection Operating Mode...........5-28
Overheating................................................5-26
Running While Parked..................................2-45
Starting......................................................2-32Entry/Exit Lighting...........................................3-20
Event Data Recorders.....................................7-17
Extender, Safety Belt.......................................1-32
Exterior Cargo Lamps......................................3-19
Exterior Lamps...............................................3-14
F
Filter
Engine Air Cleaner......................................5-17
Finish Damage.............................................5-104
Fixed Mast Antenna.......................................3-105
Flashers, Hazard Warning.................................. 3-6
Flash-to-Pass................................................... 3-9
Flat Tire........................................................5-77
Flat Tire, Changing.........................................5-78
Flat Tire, Storing.............................................5-94
Fluid.............................................................5-20
Power Steering...........................................5-34
Windshield Washer......................................5-35
Fog Lamp
Fog ...........................................................3-19
Fog Lamp Light..............................................3-43
Front Axle......................................................5-47
Fuel............................................................... 5-5
Additives...................................................... 5-6
California Fuel.............................................. 5-6
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Mirrors (cont.)
Automatic Dimming Rearview with OnStar®,
Compass and Temperature Display.............2-48
Outside Power Foldaway Mirrors....................2-52
MP3 .............................................................3-86
MyGMLink.com................................................ 7-4
N
Navigation System, Privacy..............................7-18
Navigation/Radio System,
see Navigation Manual.................................3-91
New Vehicle Break-In......................................2-30
O
Odometer......................................................3-31
Odometer, Trip...............................................3-31
Off-Road Driving.............................................4-12
Off-Road Recovery..........................................4-11
Oil
Engine.......................................................5-13
Pressure Light.............................................3-42
Oil, Engine Oil Life System..............................5-16
Older Children, Restraints................................1-32
Online Owner Center........................................ 7-4OnStar, Privacy..............................................7-18
OnStar
®System, see OnStar®Manual...............2-56
Operation, Universal Home Remote System........2-60
Other Warning Devices...................................... 3-6
Outlet Adjustment............................................3-28
Outlets
Accessory Power.........................................3-22
Outside
Power Foldaway Mirrors...............................2-52
Overheated Engine Protection Operating Mode.....5-28
Owner Checks and Services.............................. 6-9
Owners, Canadian............................................... ii
P
Paint, Damage..............................................5-104
Park Aid........................................................2-54
Park Brake....................................................2-41
Park (P)
Shifting Into................................................2-42
Shifting Out of............................................2-43
Parking
Assist........................................................2-54
Over Things That Burn.................................2-44
Passenger Airbag Status Indicator.....................3-33
Passenger Sensing System..............................1-65
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