Cadillac Escalade: Engine Coolant - Vehicle Checks - Vehicle Care - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Engine Coolant

The cooling system in the vehicle is filled with DEX-COOL engine coolant. This coolant is designed to remain in the vehicle for 5 years or 240 000 km (150,000 mi), whichever occurs first.

The following explains the cooling system and how to check and add coolant when it is low. If there is a problem with engine overheating, see Engine Overheating  .

Cooling System
The cooling system allows the engine to maintain the correct working temperature. A. Coolant Surge Tank B. Coolant Surge Tank Pressure Cap C. Engine Cooling Fan(s) (Out of View) WARNING An ...

What to Use
WARNING Adding only plain water or some other liquid to the cooling system can be dangerous. Plain water and other liquids, can boil before the proper coolant mixture will. The coolant warning ...

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Cleaning the interior
CAUTION Some cleaning products contain substances that are harmful and can cause health problems if used incorrectly and may cause damage to the interior. ...

Most common factors contributing to vehicle corrosion
► The accumulation of moisture-retaining dirt and debris in body panel sections, cavities, and other areas. ► Damage to paint and other protective coatings caused by gravel and sto ...

Topping up the washer fluid
The washer reservoir supplies the windshield, rear glass and headlamp washer jets. Check and top-up the reservoir level at least every week. Always top-up with windshield washer fluid to prevent f ...