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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Topping up the dynamic response fluid
NOTICE Dynamic response fluid will damage painted surfaces. Soak up any spillage with an absorbent cloth immediately and wash the area with a mixture of car shampoo and water. Do not fill t ...

Power washers
WARNING   Do not use power washers with circular-jet nozzles (dirt grinders) to clean your vehicle, in particular the tires. You could otherwise damage the tires and cause an accident. ...

Important information
WARNING Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while the vehicle is in motion. WARNING Never allow the vehicle to coast (freewheel) with the engine turned off. The engine must be runn ...