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.
2011 Cadillac Escalade EXTFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Fastener Tightening Specifications
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 GMC Sierra, 2010 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2010 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Application | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Metric | English | |
| Brake Caliper Bleeder Screw | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt, Front (JD9, JF3, JF7) | 175 N.m | 129 lb ft |
| Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt, Front (JH6, JH7) | 300 N.m | 221 lb ft |
| Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt, Rear (JD9) | 200 N.m | 148 lb ft |
| Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt, Rear (JH6) | 200 N.m | 148 lb ft |
| Brake Caliper Bracket Bolt, Rear (JH7) | 300 N.m | 221 lb ft |
| Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt, Front (JD9, JF3, JF7) | 100 N.m | 74 lb ft |
| Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt, Front (JH6, JH7) | 108 N.m | 80 lb ft |
| Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt, Rear (JD9) | 52 N.m | 38 lb ft |
| Brake Caliper Guide Pin Bolt, Rear (JH6, JH7) | 108 N.m | 80 lb ft |
| Brake Hose Fitting Bolt, Front (JD9, JF3, JF7) | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Brake Hose Fitting Bolt, Rear (JD9) | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Brake Hose Fitting Bolt, Front and Rear (JH6, JH7) | 40 N.m | 30 lb ft |
| Brake Rotor Screw (JD9, JF3, JF7) | 12 N.m | 106 lb in |
| Disc Brake Backing Plate Nut (JH6, JH7) | 225 N.m | 166 lb ft |
| Wheel Hub Extension Nut (JH7) | 130 N.m | 96 lb ft |
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.