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.
2018 Cadillac Escalade Base, 4WDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | Total System,w/Rear A/C | 6.59 OZS. | 0.19 L | PAG 46 | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front & Rear,w/R-1234yf | 1.80 LBS. | 0.81 KG | R-1234yf | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Front & Rear,w/R-134a | 2.00 LBS. | 0.9 KG | R-134a | S | ||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Complete Trans System | 12.08 QTS. | 11.43 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON ULV | All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Overhaul | 11.57 QTS. | 10.94 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON ULV | All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | Pan Removal & Filter Replacement | 8.10 QTS. | 7.66 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON ULV | All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. | S | |
| Brake Fluid | 2.11 PTS. | 0.99 L | DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Differential Gear Oil | Front Axle 8.25" | 1.51 QTS. | 1.42 L | SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil | All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Front Axle 9.25" | 1.83 QTS. | 1.73 L | SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil | All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. | S | |
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear Axle 8.6",w/o RPO AXN | 2.15 QTS. | 2.03 L | Synthetic Gear Oil | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | Rear Axle 9.5" LD,w/RPO AXN | 2.75 QTS. | 2.6 L | Synthetic Gear Oil | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 17.80 QTS. | 16.84 L | 50/50 mixture of DEX-COOL and clean, drinkable water | Add 2.1 qts. if equipped with rear heater. All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level. Recheck the fluid level after filling. | S | ||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 8.00 QTS. | 7.57 L | API - SAE 0W-20 | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. | S | |
| Engine Oil | w/o Filter | 7.50 QTS. | 7.09 L | API - SAE 0W-20 | Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | Long Wheelbase | 31.50 GALS. | 119.24 L | S | |||
| Fuel Tank | Short Wheelbase | 26.00 GALS. | 98.42 L | S | |||
| Transfer Case Fluid | 1.60 QTS. | 1.51 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON VI | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | N/A | N/A | Windshield Washer Fluid | Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions for the mixture ratio. Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements. | S | ||
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.