Cadillac Escalade: Battery - Vehicle Checks - Vehicle Care - Cadillac Escalade Owner's ManualCadillac Escalade: Battery

If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.

Refer to the replacement number on the original battery label when a new battery is needed. See Engine Compartment Overview   for battery location.

WARNING WARNING

Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Checking Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid by looking at the brake fluid reservoir. See Engine Compartment Overview  . The fluid level should be above MIN. If it is not, have the brake hydraulic system checked to se ...

Vehicle Storage
WARNING Batteries have acid that can burn you and gas that can explode. You can be badly hurt if you are not careful. See Jump Starting   for tips on working around a battery without ...

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Courtesy Lamps
The courtesy lamps automatically come on when a door is opened. The lamps can also be turned on manually by fully turning the instrument panel brightness control clockwise. The reading lamps, loca ...

To protect your vehicle from corrosion
► Wash and wax your vehicle often to keep the vehicle clean. ► Always check for minor damage to the paint and repair it as soon as possible. ► Keep drain holes at the bottom ...

General information
If you cannot lock or unlock the vehicle with the SmartKey, either the battery in the SmartKey is discharged, the SmartKey is faulty or the starter battery is discharged. ► Check the battery ...