🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Cadillac

Model:

Escalade

Year:

2010

Platform:

GMT900

👋 Introduction

Segment:

Full-size Luxury SUV

Target Audience:

Affluent consumers seeking a spacious, luxurious, and capable SUV

Key Competitors:

Lincoln Navigator, Infiniti QX56, Lexus LX 570

Design:

Bold, angular styling characteristic of Cadillac's Art and Science design language

Interior Luxury:

Premium materials, extensive standard equipment, and advanced comfort features

Capability:

Robust body-on-frame construction, available Magnetic Ride Control, and towing capacity

📋 Manual Details

Vehicle Variants:

Escalade, Escalade ESV, Escalade EXT

Engine Options:

6.2L V8 (L94)

Estimated Pages:

400-500

Type:

Owner's Manual

Language:

English

Format:

Digital Download (PDF)

📖 Manual Coverage

Powertrain:

Engine, transmission, drivetrain, fuel system, exhaust system

Chassis:

Suspension (Magnetic Ride Control), steering, brakes, wheels, tires

Electrical:

Lighting, instruments, HVAC controls, power accessories, battery, charging system, infotainment system, safety systems

Body Interior:

Doors, windows, seats, cargo area, climate control, safety restraints

Operation:

Starting, driving, parking, using climate control, infotainment system operation, dashboard indicators and warnings

Maintenance:

Fluid checks and top-offs (oil, coolant, brake fluid, power steering fluid, windshield washer fluid), tire pressure checks, light bulb replacement, wiper blade replacement

Safety:

Seat belt usage, airbag system information, child restraint system installation, roadside assistance information

Depth:

Owner-level operation, basic maintenance, warning light interpretation, and system feature explanations

📊 Manual Specifications

File Type:

PDF

Searchability:

Likely text-searchable, enabling quick navigation

Print Readability:

Designed for clear printing of individual pages or the entire document

Binding:

N/A (Digital Download)

Paper Recommendation:

Standard printer paper for home printing

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Code:

L94

Configuration:

6.2L V8, Naturally Aspirated

Displacement:

6162 cc (376 cubic inches)

Bore X Stroke:

103.25 mm x 92.00 mm (4.06 in x 3.62 in)

Compression Ratio:

10.5:1

Horsepower:

403 hp @ 5700 rpm

Torque:

417 lb-ft @ 4300 rpm

Induction:

Sequential Electronic Fuel Injection (SFI)

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded Gasoline (91 octane or higher recommended)

Fuel Capacity:

26 gallons (98.4 liters)

Valvetrain:

Overhead Valve (OHV), 2 valves per cylinder

Engine Management System:

Bosch Motronic

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

6-speed automatic, Hydra-Matic 6L80

Optional Transmission:

N/A (6L80 standard across all variants)

Drive Modes:

Driver Shift Control (manual shifting capability)

Torque Converter:

Lock-up torque converter

Transmission Fluid Type:

Dexron VI

📐 Dimensions

Length:

204.5 inches (Escalade), 219.1 inches (Escalade ESV), 207.5 inches (Escalade EXT)

Width:

79.1 inches

Height:

75.1 inches

Wheelbase:

116.0 inches (Escalade), 130.0 inches (Escalade ESV), 116.0 inches (Escalade EXT)

Passenger Volume:

Approximately 156.1 cu ft (Escalade), 175.5 cu ft (Escalade ESV)

Cargo Volume Behind 3Rd Row:

16.9 cu ft (Escalade), 45.7 cu ft (Escalade ESV)

Cargo Volume Behind 2Nd Row:

75.1 cu ft (Escalade), 97.1 cu ft (Escalade ESV)

Cargo Volume Behind 1St Row:

108.3 cu ft (Escalade), 137.4 cu ft (Escalade ESV)

Curb Weight:

Approximately 5,755 lbs (Escalade AWD)

Towing Capacity:

Up to 8,300 lbs (when properly equipped)

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Frontal Crash Rating:

5-Star (Driver and Passenger)

NHTSA Side Impact Rating:

5-Star (Front and Rear Seat)

IIHS Top Safety Pick:

Yes

Electronic Stability Control:

StabiliTrak with Proactive Roll Avoidance

Traction Control:

All-Speed Traction Control

Braking System:

4-wheel disc brakes with ABS, Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), Brake Assist

Airbags:

Driver and front passenger airbags, front and second-row side-curtain airbags, front-seat side-impact airbags

Seat Belts:

3-point seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters

Child Seat Anchors:

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system

💡 Technology Features

System Name:

Cadillac CUE (Cadillac User Experience) - though this was more prominent in later generations, the 2010 model featured its predecessor infotainment system.

Features:

Touchscreen display, AM/FM/CD/DVD audio system, available navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, Bose premium audio system.

Features:

Rear parking assist (Ultrasonic), rearview camera.

Bluetooth:

Available for hands-free calling.

Remote Start:

Standard on most trims.

Suspension Technology:

Available Magnetic Ride Control (MRC) with real-time damping adjustment.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

7,500 miles or 12 months (whichever comes first) using synthetic oil, or as indicated by the Oil Life Monitoring System.

Tire Rotation Interval:

7,500 miles

Engine Air Filter Replacement:

Inspect every 22,500 miles, replace as needed or every 45,000 miles.

Cabin Air Filter Replacement:

Replace every 22,500 miles or annually.

Engine Oil Type:

SAE 5W-30 Synthetic (GM dexos1 or equivalent)

Engine Oil Capacity:

6.4 quarts (6.1 liters) with filter change

Coolant Type:

GM P/N 12346005 (Dex-Cool Long-Life Coolant) or equivalent

Coolant Capacity:

Approximately 15.0 quarts (14.2 liters)

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 3

Power Steering Fluid Type:

GM P/N 12345774 or equivalent (Dexron VI ATF acceptable)

Windshield Washer Fluid:

Automotive Windshield Washer Fluid, rated for the expected ambient temperature.

Common Problems:

Potential for catalytic converter failure, exhaust system leaks, transmission issues (e.g., torque converter shudder), power steering pump leaks, and electronic system glitches (e.g., infotainment or sensor issues).

📚 Vehicle History

Cadillac Legacy:

Cadillac has a long history of producing luxury vehicles since 1902, synonymous with American luxury and innovation.

First Generation:

Introduced for the 1999 model year, based on the Chevrolet Tahoe platform.

Second Generation:

GMT800 platform (2000-2006), marked a significant design and technology upgrade.

Third Generation:

GMT900 platform (2007-2014), the generation this manual covers. Introduced more sophisticated styling, powertrain, and technology.

Manufacturing Plant:

Arlington Assembly, Arlington, Texas, USA