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    These LED DRLs are BRIGHT, run temp?

    I powered one of these up with a 12V battery mounted under a sealed short plastic glass for 72 hours. While the bulb is too hot to touch, the glass (about 1” clearance) was only slightly warmed. No smoke or discoloration to the plastic glass. I asked VLEDS support about their experience, and...
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    These LED DRLs are BRIGHT, run temp?

    2013 Esky; installed VLEDS DRLs today and I was surprised how bright they are. They fit perfectly but I am wondering if anyone has any long term experience with these, especially heat. The plastic headlight fixtures are about a grand each if I discolor or otherwise damage them. I have no...
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    60,000 mile service?

    Its a 2WD esky under CPO B2B until Sept 2019 or 70,000 miles. Have an Ally plan after that to 90,000 miles. No towing or other severe use.
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    60,000 mile service?

    Have a 2013 6.2L 6-speed with 55,000 miles (RWD). Was in the dealer last week for some warranty work and was advised strongly to come back for “60,000 mile service” consisting of trans fluid, filter, brake fluid flush, and transaxle drain and refill. Doesn’t show on maintenance schedule...
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    2013 Escalade TPMS?

    I too have a 2013; i bought this on Amazon: Kent-Moore EL-50448 TPMS Tire Pressure Monitor Sensor Activation Tool i believe it is required. Instructions are in the Escalade manual. There are lots of others to choose from. This one worked for me. I used it b/c the tire guys who put new tires on...
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    Cadillac changing CPO warranty?

    When I bought a CPO truck in October, the terms were a 2 year 20,000 mile extension of the factory B2B less maintenance and wear and tear items. The words were "comes with the same warranty as a new Cadillac." Now the Cadillac website describes the program as a 6 year, 100,000 mile "Certified...
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    Michelin Premier LTX or Michelin Defender or Bridgestone Dueler????

    I put michelins on my truck shortly after purchase (2013 with 36k miles). I hated the ride on the OEM Duelers (rough, noisy, and the mag ride suspension would 'jiggle') - good gas mileage because truck would roll for blocks. The premiere LTX's grip better, are much quieter, and the ride is way...
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    2013 Escalade platinum/premium wheels

    New here, new owner of a 2013 Escalade; i like the premium/platinum 22" wheels but am not having any luck identifying a quality source. I can buy a set from the dealer for $2600, but I don't like them that much. Looking for high qualty wheels. Any recommendations based on experience?
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    which fuel to use?

    I found my 6.2 L94 gives a little better power and slightly (and i mean slightly) better gas mileage on 93 than 89. Can't comment on the 5.3's but the 6.2's are recommended for 91 -- which in Georgia at least means 93. Here reg is 87, mid is 89 and prem is 93. Why buck the manufacturer's...
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    cigarette smell

    I recently bought a 2013 CPO Escalade with 36k miles; the truck is perfect inside and out, but was a smoker truck. It had been maintained well and looks brand new. My dealer detailed it and used an ozone machine and knocked about 60 per cent of the smell. I took the risk of buying it because of...
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    Year to Year Differences/Changes?

    I just bought a 2013 CPO with 36k once I realized they really didn't change even a screw 2013->2014. Not much change from 2012, either. I think the jury is still out and others may want to comment but search as I did, I couldn't find a lot about AFM oil usage problems post the 2011s. They made...
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    Battery or charging problem?

    Well, as one would think, the dealer's analysis agreed with the service manual. Voltage applied to the battery is in spec (12.6-15v under/not under load at 2500 rpm). So, I am left to work the issue as described here. It was my first service visit, they treated me very well, replaced a...
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    How many miles does your vehicle have on it?

    i own a 2002 Denali AWD I bought new right after 9/11. At 135,000 miles I have done recommended maintenance, synthetic oil all the way. Never uses a drop. Issues: replaced electric fan, a/c compressor, autoride shocks, which was not cheap -- but the truck drove like new after. On the third set...
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    Battery or charging problem?

    Thanks for the info. Put a meter on the battery terminals and get 14.7 v at idle with lights, ac, radio off. At 2500 rpm, 15v. Looked in the service manual and it says anything between 12.6 and 15v (page 9-809) is a "pass," otherwise replace 'generator'. Going to the dealer tomorrow with...
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    Battery or charging problem?

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    Battery or charging problem?

    Cadillac replaced a dead OEM battery in my 2013 Escalade under B2B. I noticed that the battery had sprayed acid around. The tray is corroded. I cleaned it all up with baking soda and battery cleaner. A month later I noticed leakage from the new battery. More acid had dripped onto the battery...
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    Delco acid leakage? Should I go AGM?

    Bought a 2013 Escalade CPO still in factory B2B. Seven days after CPO inspection, battery died. Got great service from Cadillac -- technician came to the car on a Sunday morning and replaced the battery no charge. The old battery had sprayed acid on the inside of the fender, the engine, and had...
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    Has anyone replaced those dreaded Bridgestone's?

    I bought a 2013 Escalade CPO last month after 15 years with a 2002 Denali that I bought new and really loved. Thought I had made a bad mistake - the Escalade ride was sharp and jiggly and the mag shocks seemed confused or befuddled. Steering was vague and not confident. Put on a set of Michelin...
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    Self Leveling rear shocks - questions

    An update: after paying the dealer $1250 to replace the front autoride (Z55) shocks, I got a quote from a chain repair shop for $589 to replace the rears. When I went in, they had trouble figuring out what to order; I helped them figure it out and then got a work order to sign for $1200! Price...
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    Self Leveling rear shocks - questions

    Replaced front Autoride at 100,000 miles. Rear? Lived with "service ride control" light for a couple of years and didn't think much off it. Trying to stave off the itch to buy 2015, so decided to have it fixed. Dealer job, about $1200 with labor (front). I must admit that now that the system...

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