Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2009 Cadillac Escalade ESV AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Wheel Alignment Specifications
| Model | Caster | Cross Caster (L-R) | Camber | Cross Camber (L-R) | Toe | Steering Wheel Angle | |
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| Left | Right | ||||||
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IMPORTANT:
Caster is now relative to ground.
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| C/K 1500 Tahoe/Yukon/Suburban/Yukon XL/Avalanche w/17" Tires w/QJP, QJM, QAN and R5C (Equipped with Bridgestone Tires) |
3.35° ± 1.00° | 3.45° ± 1.00° | -0.10°± 0.75° | -0.10°± 0.60° | 0.00° ± 0.60° | +0.10° ± 0.20° | -1.0° ± 3.5° |
| C/K 1500 Tahoe/Yukon/Suburban/Yukon XL/Avalanche w/17" Tires w/QAS, QAN and R4Y (Equipped with Goodyear Tires) |
3.20° ± 1.00° | 3.60° ± 1.00° | -0.40°± 0.75° | -0.10° ± 0.60° | 0.00° ± 0.60° | +0.10° ± 0.20° | -1.0° ± 3.5° |
| C/K 1500 Yukon Denali/Yukon Denali XL/Escalade/Escalade ESV/Escalade EXT w/18" Tires w/QXK and Y91 |
3.45° ± 1.00° | 3.35° ± 1.00° | +0.10° ± 0.75° | -0.10° ± 0.60° | 0.00° ± 0.60° | +0.10° ± 0.20° | -1.0° ± 3.5° |
| C/K 1500 Tahoe/Suburban/Avalanche w/18" Tires w/QXN and Z71, QXO and EXP |
3.30° ± 1.00° | 3.50° ± 1.00° | -0.20° ± 0.75° | -0.10° ± 0.60° | 0.00° ± 0.60° | +0.10° ± 0.20° | -1.0° ± 3.5° |
| C/K 1500 Tahoe/Yukon/Suburban/Yukon XL/Yukon Denali/Yukon Denali XL/Avalanche w/20" Tires w/QSS and R5C (Equipped with Bridgestone Tires) |
3.55° ± 1.00° | 3.25° ± 1.00° | +0.30° ± 0.75° | -0.10° ± 0.60° | 0.00° ± 0.60° | +0.10° ± 0.20° | -1.0° ± 3.5° |
| C/K 1500 Tahoe/Yukon/Suburban/Yukon XL/Yukon Denali/Yukon Denali XL/Avalanche w/20" Tires w/QSS and R4Y (Equipped with Goodyear Tires) |
3.50° ± 1.00° | 3.50° ± 1.00° | 0.00° ± 0.75° | -0.10° ± 0.60° | 0.00° ± 0.60° | +0.10° ± 0.20° | -1.0° ± 3.5° |
| C/K 1500 Escalade/Escalade ESV/Escalade EXT w/22" Tires w/QST |
3.30° ± 1.00° | 3.50° ± 1.00° | -0.20° ± 0.75° | -0.10° ± 0.60° | 0.00° ± 0.60° | +0.10° ± 0.20° | -1.0° ± 3.5° |
| C/K 2500 Suburban, Yukon XL All |
3.50° ± 1.00° | 3.75° ± 1.00° | -0.25° ± 0.75° | +0.25° ± 0.60° | +0.00° ± 0.60° | +0.10° ± 0.20° | -1.0° ± 3.5° |
Factory Service Tools
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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