Cadillac Escalade: How to Check Lubricant
To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on a level surface.
- For Two-Wheel-Drive vehicles, the proper level is from 15mm to 40mm (0.6 in to 1.6 in) below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the rear axle. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level.
- For All-Wheel-Drive vehicles, the proper level is from 1.0mm to 19.0mm (0.04 in to 0.75 in) below the bottom of the filler plug hole, located on the rear axle. Add only enough fluid to reach the proper level.
When to Check Lubricant
It is not necessary to regularly check rear 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.
All axle ...
What to Use
Refer to Recommended Fluids and Lubricants to determine what kind
of lubricant to use. ...
See also:
Emissions Inspection and Maintenance Programs
Some local governments may have programs to inspect the on-vehicle emission control
equipment. For the inspection, the emission system test equipment is connected to
the vehicle’s Data Link Connec ...
Transfer Case
If the vehicle is equipped with All-Wheel Drive, be sure to perform the lubricant
checks described in this section. ...
Entry and exit mode
With the steering column control (1) in the AUTO position, the steering column
and driver’s seat will move to provide easier entry and exit from the vehicle.
On opening the driver’s door the sy ...
