OEM Cadillac Escalade EXT Oil Filter

Cadillac Escalade EXT Oil Filter Parts Questions & Experts Answers

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  Q: How to replace the engine oil and oil filter on Cadillac Escalade EXT?

  A: The first step is to locate the oil fill cap while opening the hood before removing it. The first step requires support for the vehicle while you position the drain pan beneath the Drain Plug of the Oil Pan. Begin by untightening the Oil Pan Drain Plug numbered as 430 to drain all oil from the system. The clean-up process for both the Oil Pan Drain Plug and the Oil Pan sealing surface includes replacement if necessary. The Oil Pan will also need replacement before continuing. You must wipe away all remaining oil from the Drain Plug hole before tightening the Oil Pan Drain Plug until it reaches proper snugness. Set the drain pan beneath the Oil Filter casting before removing the Oil Filter and retaining its original gasket which needs removal from the Oil Pan if it is not properly attached. Lubricate the new Oil Filter seal with clean engine oil before using it to install the new Oil Filter at a torque of 30 n.m (22 lb ft). The technician must first lower the vehicle onto stands and then tighten the Oil Pan Drain Plug to 25 n.m (18 lb ft). Afterwards the technician should remove the oil drain pan placed underneath the vehicle. After adding new engine oil start the engine to verify there are no oil leakages. Start by turning off the engine while the oil sinks into the storage pan during a few minutes. Reinstall the clean oil level indicator on its tube after wiping its end with a paper towel or cloth until the handle reaches the top of the tube. To inspect the oil level you should repeat the removal process of the oil level indicator while keeping its tip pointed downward. Check the oil level for adjustment by adding or draining oil then inspect for any leakages prior to hood closure.