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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Electrical Symbol & Wire Color Code Identification -> Electrical Symbol Identification -> Domestic Vehicles
Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac Escalade 5.3 V8 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Anti-Lock Brakes -> Kelsey-Hayes -> Description
Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV 6.0 V8 GAS

When wheel slip is detected during a brake application, the ABS enters anti-lock mode. During anti-lock braking, hydraulic pressure in the individual wheel circuits is controlled to prevent any wheel from slipping. A separate hydraulic line and specific solenoid valves are provided for each wheel. The ABS can decrease, hold, or increase hydraulic pressure to each wheel brake. The ABS cannot, however, increase hydraulic pressure above the amount which is transmitted by the master cylinder during braking.

During anti-lock braking, a series of rapid pulsations is felt in the brake pedal...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Light Trucks, SUVs & Vans -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> Gasoline Engines Except Equinox, Montana SV6, Relay, Rendezvous w/3.6L Engine, Terraza, Uplander & Vue (2004-06) & 2004-06 Envoy, Rainier & TrailBlazer -> Returnless Fuel System
Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac Escalade 6.0 V8 GAS

Returnless Fuel System

On models equipped with fuel injected engines, relieve fuel system pressure as outlined under "Fuel System Pressure Relief."

On models equipped with metal collar quick disconnect connectors, GM tool No. J37088-A, or equivalent, will be required to disconnect the connector. Pri...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac Escalade EXT 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove wheel and tire assembly.
  • Remove drive axle center cap, if equipped.
  • Insert a drift or large screwdriver through brake caliper into one of the brake rotor vanes in order to prevent drive axle wheel drive shaft from turning.
  • Remove nut and washer from hub. Do not reuse nut. A new nut must be used when installing wheel drive shaft.
  • Using axle remover tool No. J 45859 or equivalent, press wheel drive shaft from hub.
  • Remove bolts securing wheel drive shaft inboard flange to output shaft...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Relearn Procedures
Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Apply the Parking brake, then place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • Cycle the headlamp switch from Off to Parking Lamp position 4 times within 4 seconds.
  • The horn should chirp twice and the low tire pressure warning indicator should begin to flash indicating the system is in the learn mode.
  • If GM tool No. J-46079 or equivalent is available, starting with the left front tire, hold the antenna of the tool No. J-46079 near the valve stem on the wheel, then press the activate button and wait for the horn to chirp.
  • If the tool is not available, starting with the left front tir...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac Escalade 5.3 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove air inlet duct, if required.
  • Disconnect terminal plug and battery lead connections from back of alternator.
  • Remove upper fan shroud mounting bolts, then fan shroud.
  • Remove accessory drive belt using suitable 3/8 ...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 1999-2007 Silverado, Sierra, 2000-07 Denali, Suburban, Tahoe, Yukon, Yukon XL, 2001-07 Escalade & 2002-07 Avalanche
Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV 6.0 V8 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 15,000 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Remove the righthand instrument panel hush panel.
  • Remove the A/C and heater modul...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Service Four Wheel Drive (4WD) System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV 6.0 V8 GAS

This lamp should light for approximately 6-8 seconds when the ignition is turned On as a bulb check. If the ...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Coolant Hose, Replace -> Lower -> Upper
Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac Escalade EXT 6.0 V8 GAS

Lower

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove air cleaner outlet duct clamps at throttle body and mass air flow (MAF)/intake air temperature (IAT) sensor.
  • Remove radiator inlet hose clip from outlet hose.
  • Remove air cleaner outlet duct.
  • Reposition hose clamp from water pump housing.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from water pump housing.
  • Reposition hose clamp from radiator.
  • Remove radiator outlet hose from radiator and from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Upper

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Loosen air cleaner outlet duct clamps at these locations:
    • Throttle body
    • Mass airflow/intake air temperature (MAF/IAT) sensor
  • Remove radiator inlet hose clip from outlet duct.
  • Remove air cleaner outlet duct.
  • Install a breaker bar with hex-head socket to drive belt tensioner bolt.
  • Rotate drive be...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2004 Cadillac Escalade cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

HVAC Module Assembly Components Diagram for 2004 Cadillac Escalade EXT 6.0 V8 GASHVAC Module Assembly Components Diagram for 2004 Cadillac Escalade EXT 6.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Blower Motor Resistor Assembly
  • Blower Motor
  • Mode Actuator
  • Air Temperature Actuator
  • Recirculation Actuator
  • Below Front Seats Components Diagram for 2004 Cadillac Escalade EXT 6.0 V8 GASBelow Front Seats Components Diagram for 2004 Cadillac Escalade EXT 6.0 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Ground G-304
  • Inline Wiring Connector
  • Driver Power Seat Electrical Connector
  • Passenger Power Seat Electrical Connector
  • Passenger Power Seat Wiring Harness
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2004 Cadillac Escalade cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Radio
  • Cellular Microphone
  • Cellular and Navigation Antenna
  • OnStar Button Assembly
  • 2004 Cadillac Escalade  5.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2004 Cadillac Escalade 5.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Park Lamp Relay
  • Body Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2004 Cadillac Escalade cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac Escalade 6.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: Power Folding Mirrors Will Not Fold Inward
    Vehicle: 2004 Cadillac Escalade 6.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Instruments, Dash Cluster, Warning Lights, Mirrors
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2004 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2004 Cadillac Escalade cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2004 Cadillac Escalade cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2004 Cadillac Escalade cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2004 Cadillac Escalade cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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