Black plate (23,1)Cadillac Escalade/Escalade ESV Owner Manual - 2011Vehicle Care 10-23Under heavy vehicle loading,trailer towing, and/or high outsidetemperatures, or if operating theair conditioning system, the fanscan change to high speed and anincrease in fan noise might beheard. This is normal and indicatesthat the cooling system isfunctioning properly. The fanschange to low speed whenadditional cooling is no longerrequired.Power Steering FluidSee Engine Compartment Overviewon page 10‑6 for reservoir location.When to Check Power SteeringFluidIt is not necessary to regularlycheck power steering fluid unlessthere is a leak suspected in thesystem or an unusual noise isheard. A fluid loss in this systemcould indicate a problem. Have thesystem inspected and repaired.How to Check Power SteeringFluidTo check the power steering fluid:1. Turn the key off and let theengine compartment cool down.2. Wipe the cap and the top of thereservoir clean.3. Unscrew the cap and wipe thedipstick with a clean rag.4. Replace the cap and completelytighten it.5. Remove the cap again and lookat the fluid level on the dipstick.The level should be at the FULLCOLD mark. If necessary, add onlyenough fluid to bring the level up tothe mark.What to UseTo determine what kind of fluid touse, see Recommended Fluids andLubricants on page 11‑7. Alwaysuse the proper fluid.Notice: Use of the incorrect fluidmay damage the vehicle and thedamages may not be covered bythe vehicle's warranty. Alwaysuse the correct fluid listed inRecommended Fluids andLubricants on page 11‑7.InformationProvidedby:
