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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    Meters and gauges
    1. Tachometer (P.2-8) 2. Warning/Indicator lights (P.2-11) 3. Speedometer (P.2-7) 4. Engine coolant temperature gauge (P.2-8) 5. Voltmeter (P.2-10) 6. Dot matrix liquid crystal display/ ...

    Panic alarm
    ► To activate: press button 1 for at least one second. An alarm sounds and the exterior lighting flashes. ► To deactivate: press button 1 again. or ► Insert the SmartKe ...

    Checking the power steering fluid level
    WARNING Power steering fluid is highly toxic. Keep containers sealed and out of reach of children. If accidental consumption of fluid is suspected, seek medical attention immediately. If th ...