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Cadillac Escalade EXT Owner Manual - 2011
11-4 Service and Maintenance
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Lubricate the front suspension,
steering linkage, and parking
brake cable guides. Control arm
ball joints are maintenance‐free.
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Steering and suspension
inspection. Visual inspection for
damaged, loose, or missing
parts or signs of wear.
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Body hinges and latches, key
lock cylinders, rear compartment
hinges, outer tailgate handle
pivot points, and folding seat
hardware lubrication. See
Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 11‑7. More
frequent lubrication may be
required when the vehicle
is exposed to a corrosive
environment. Applying silicone
grease on weatherstrips with a
clean cloth makes them last
longer, seal better, and not stick
or squeak.
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Restraint system component
check. See Safety System
Check on page 3‑24.
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Fuel system inspection for
damage or leaks.
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Exhaust system and nearby heat
shields inspection for loose or
damaged components.
Additional Required Services
Every 12 000 km/7,500 Miles
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Rotate tires. Tires should
be rotated every 12 000 km/
7,500 miles. See Tire Rotation
on page 10‑61.
At Each Fuel Stop
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Engine oil level check. See
Engine Oil on page 10‑8.
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Engine coolant level check. See
Engine Coolant on page 10‑18.
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Windshield washer fluid level
check. See Washer Fluid on
page 10‑26.
Once a Month
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Tire inflation pressures
check. See Tire Pressure on
page 10‑54.
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Tire wear inspection. See Tire
Inspection on page 10‑61.
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Sunroof track and seal
inspection, if equipped. See
Sunroof on page 2‑25.