Cadillac Escalade: Body Component Lubrication - Exterior Care - Appearance Care - Vehicle Care - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Body Component Lubrication

Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges, liftgate hinges, and steel fuel door hinge unless the components are plastic. Applying silicone grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth will make them last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.

    Steering, Suspension, and Chassis Components
    Visually inspect front and rear suspension and steering system for damaged, loose, or missing parts or signs of wear. Inspect the power steering for proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks, chafing, ...

    Underbody Maintenance
    Use plain water to flush dirt and debris from the vehicle's underbody. Your dealer or an underbody car washing system can do this. If not removed, rust and corrosion can develop. ...

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    Automatic Transmission
    The automatic transmission has a shift lever located on the console between the seats. ► (Park): This position locks the front wheels. It is the best position to use when starting the eng ...

    Lights
    1. Map light 2. Parking light 3. Front side marker light 4. Front turn signal light 5. Fog light 6. Headlight (high-beam, low-beam) 7. Puddle light 8. Step light 9. Side turn signal ...

    Seats
    WARNING ► Do not ride in a moving vehicle when the seatback is reclined. This can be dangerous. The shoulder belt will not be against your body. In an accident, you could be thrown ...