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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Light Duty Trucks & Vans -> Blower Motor, Replace -> Astro & Safari -> Aztek & Rendezvous -> Bravada, S & T Series -> C & K Series -> Front -> G Series -> Montana, Silhouette & Venture -> Rear -> Tracker -> Vue
Vehicle: 2002 Cadillac Escalade 6.0 V8 GAS

Astro & Safari
Front
  • Remove air cleaner assembly.
  • Disconnect electrical connector, then remove recovery and windshield washer fluid reservoir assembly.
  • Remove two acoustic cover retaining screws in blower motor area.
  • Cut acoustic cover between five clip lands, Fig. . Retain piece of acoustic cover for reassembly.
  • Remove cooling tube from motor.
  • Remove blower motor to case attaching screws.
  • Remove blower motor from case.
  • Reverse procedure install.
Rear
  • Remove left quarter panel swing-out wind...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Power Brake Units -> Delco Brake Booster -> Troubleshooting -> Brakes Grab -> Hard Pedal -> Slow Or No Release
Vehicle: 2002 Cadillac Escalade 5.3 V8 GAS

Hard Pedal

  • Internal vacuum leak.
  • Faulty control valve.
  • Broken or damaged hydraulic brake lines.
  • Collapsed or damaged vacuum hose.
  • Plugged or loose vacuum fitting.
  • Bad stud welds on front or rear housing on power head.
  • Faulty booster diaphragm.
  • Restricted air filter element.
  • Worn or distorted reaction plate or levers.
  • Cracked or broken pow...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 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: 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT 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 2002 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

DRIVESHAFT U-JOINT, Replace -> Assemble -> Disassemble
Vehicle: 2002 Cadillac Escalade 5.3 V8 GAS

Never clamp propeller shaft tubing in a vise. Clamping could dent or deform the tube causing an imbalance or unsafe condition. Always clamp on one of the yokes and support the shaft horizontally. Avoid damaging the slip yoke sealing surface. Nicks may damage the bushing or cut the lip seal.

Disassemble

  • Support propeller shaft in a line horizontal with table of a press.
  • Mark propeller shaft in order to show which end connects to transmission and which end goes to rear axle.
  • On models equipped with external snap ring retainers, proceed as follows:
    • Disassemble snap rings by ...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT 6.0 V8 GAS

  • Remove mounting bolts and engine shield, if required.
  • Remove mounting bolts and oil pan skid plate, if required.
  • Remove righthand transmission cover bolt.
  • Remove front axle mounting bracket nut, then position front axle mounting bracket bolt until tip is flush with support bushing. Do not remove bolt.
  • Remove starter motor mounting bolts and slide starter forward until it clears transmission.
  • Disconnect oil level sensor electrical connector.
  • Remove starter solenoid n...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2002 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: 2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT 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 2002 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

General Motors Corp./Saturn Trucks -> Service Four Wheel Drive (4WD) System Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2002 Cadillac Escalade 5.3 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 2002 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Heater Hose, Replace -> Inlet -> Outlet
Vehicle: 2002 Cadillac Escalade 5.3 V8 GAS

Inlet

  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove air intake tube.
  • Remove heater and surge tank hoses from mounting clip.
  • Reposition heater core inlet hose clamp at water pump.
  • Remove hose from water pump.
  • Reposition heater hose inlet clamp at heater core.
  • Remove heater inlet hose from heater core.
  • Remove hose from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to in...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2002 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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 2002 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2002 Cadillac Escalade cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Left Side Frame Rail-Brake Components Diagram for 2002 Cadillac Escalade  6.0 V8 GASLeft Side Frame Rail-Brake Components Diagram for 2002 Cadillac Escalade 6.0 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Fuel Tank
  • Ground G-302
  • Electronic Brake Control Module
  • A/C Compressor Clutch,Oil Level Switch,CKP Sensor and Starter Diagram for 2002 Cadillac Escalade  5.3 V8 GASA/C Compressor Clutch,Oil Level Switch,CKP Sensor and Starter Diagram for 2002 Cadillac Escalade 5.3 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Starter
  • A/C High Pressure Switch
  • A/C Compressor Assembly
  • A/C Compressor Clutch Connector
  • Oil Level Switch Connector
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2002 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2002 Cadillac Escalade cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Cadillac Escalade EXT 6.0 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Tail Stop Lamp RR
  • Tail Stop Lamp LR
  • Park Turn Signal Lamp RR
  • Backup Lamp Left
  • Backup Lamp Right
  • 2002 Cadillac Escalade  5.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2002 Cadillac Escalade 5.3 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Body Control Module
  • Park/ Turn Signal Lamp- Left Front
  • Park/ Turn Signal Lamp- Right Front
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2002 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2002 Cadillac Escalade cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Revised General Motors New Vehicle Tire Warranty Program
    Vehicle: 2002 Cadillac Escalade 6.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: New Website for AFIT, TPM, and VDR Updates
    Vehicle: 2002 Cadillac Escalade 6.0 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2002 Cadillac Escalade AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2002 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 2002 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 2002 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 2002 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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