Cadillac Escalade Fluid Specifications
Verified fluid grades and capacities for your car. (1999–2026)
Capacities
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Complete Trans System - Approximate Capacity (6L80) |
11.5
12.2 quarts |
| Complete Trans System Fluid Capacity |
11.7
12.4 quarts |
| Complete Trans System (Heavy Duty Cooling) - Approximate Capacity (6L80/6L90) |
11.7
12.4 quarts |
| Drain Plug Only- Approximate Capacity |
9.93
10.5 quarts |
| Drop Pan and Filter- Approximate Capacity |
10.88
11.5 quarts |
| Dry Transmission (Empty)- Approximate Capacity |
12.30
13 quarts |
| New Venture Gear NV4500 Manual Transmission Recommended Lubricant: Castrol Syntorq LT Transmission | 4.0 |
| Overhaul |
10.6
11 quarts |
| Overhaul - Approximate Capacity |
10.6
11 quarts |
| Overhaul - Approximate Capacity |
9.9
10.5 quarts |
| Overhaul - Approximate Capacity (6L80/6L90) |
9.9
10.5 quarts |
| Pan Removal |
4.7
5 quarts |
| Pan Removal and Filter Replacement - Approximate Capacity (6L80/6L90) |
5.7
6.0 quarts |
| Pan Removal - Approximate Capacity |
4.7
5 quarts |
| Pan Removal - Approximate Capacity |
5.7
6.0 quarts |
| With Rear Heater | 20.0 Quart (US) (qt (US)) Note: Recheck fluid level after filling system. |
| W/O Rear Heater | 17.5 Quart (US) (qt (US)) Note: Recheck fluid level after filling system. |
Fluid Types & Grades
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Air Conditioning Refrigerant | R134a |
| Refrigerant Oil (R-134a system) | PAG oil |
| Type | Dexron(R)-III Automatic Transmission Fluid or Equivalent |
| Type | Hydraulic Fluid GM P/N 12345347 or DOT-3 Equivalent |
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