Cadillac escalade 2002 User Manual
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Rear Axle
When to Check Lubricant
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how
often to check the lubricant. See “Scheduled
Maintenance Services” in the Index.
often to check the lubricant. See “Scheduled
Maintenance Services” in the Index.
How to Check Lubricant
If the level is below the bottom of the filler plug hole,
you’ll need to add some lubricant.
you’ll need to add some lubricant.
To get an accurate reading, the vehicle should be on
a level surface.
a level surface.
The proper level is from 5/8 inch to 1 5/8 inch
(15 mm to 40 mm) below the filler plug. Add only
enough fluid to reach the proper level.
(15 mm to 40 mm) below the filler plug. Add only
enough fluid to reach the proper level.
What to Use
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine what
kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants” in the Index.
kind of lubricant to use. See “Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants” in the Index.
All
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Wheel Drive
Lubricant checks in this section also apply to these
vehicles. However, there are two additional systems
that need lubrication.
vehicles. However, there are two additional systems
that need lubrication.
Transfer Case
When to Check Lubricant
Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to determine how
often to check the lubricant. See “Periodic Maintenance
Inspections” in the Index.
often to check the lubricant. See “Periodic Maintenance
Inspections” in the Index.