Cadillac Escalade: Front Axle - Vehicle Checks - Vehicle Care - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Front Axle

What to Use
Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants   to determine what kind of lubricant to use. ...

When to Check and Change Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly check front axle fluid unless there is a leak suspected or an unusual noise is heard. A fluid loss could indicate a problem. Have it inspected and repaired. ...

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How to Add Coolant to the Surge Tank
WARNING You can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Coolant contains ethylene glycol and it will burn if the engine parts are hot enough. Do not spill coolant on a hot engine. ...

Removing the spare wheel
WARNING Remove the spare wheel prior to jacking the vehicle, to avoid destabilizing the vehicle when raised. The spare wheel is heavy and if handled incorrectly may cause injury. Use extreme ...

Hill Start Assist (HSA)
This vehicle has a Hill Start Assist (HSA) feature, which may be useful when the vehicle is stopped on a grade. This feature is designed to prevent the vehicle from rolling, either forward or rear ...