Cadillac Escalade Shifting Hard: Causes + Diagnosis

One of the most common automatic transmission problems is shifting hard.  If your Cadillac Escalade has a hard shifting transmission, it can be uncomfortable to drive and a sign of serious problems. If your vehicle’s transmission is shifting hard, it can cause a harsh ride and lead to potential damage over time. Numerous factors can … Read more

Cadillac Escalade: Battery Saver Active → Diagnosis

Many modern GM made vehicles have a battery saver feature, this includes the Cadillac Escalade.  If you are getting a “battery saver active” message, it means that your Escalade’s electrical system voltage has dropped to a critical level (less than 11.7 volts).  Typical electrical systems run at 13+ volts with the engine running.  The battery … Read more

Cadillac Escalade:  Warped Rotors → Symptoms & Causes

  Rotors are metal discs that are visible behind the Escalade’s wheel. They work together with the calipers and brake pads to slow down your Cadillac Escalade. Due to braking friction, rotors have to withstand and dissipate a tremendous amount of heat. This causes the rotor surface to be uneven making the brake pedal feel … Read more

Cadillac Escalade:  Bad ECM → Symptoms + Diagnosis

Your Cadillac Escalade’s ECM (Engine Control Module) is its brain.  Just like a human’s brain, your Escalade can’t function without it. It is sometimes referred to as the ECU or PCM.  It’s all the same thing. The ECM controls and directs your entire drivetrain (unless there is a serrate transmission controller). When an ECM starts … Read more

Cadillac Escalade P0353 Diagnosis

P0353 is a generic OBD2 code that indicates that ignition coil “C” has an issue with the primary or secondary wiring circuits.  It has the same meaning for the Cadillac Escalade as it would any other vehicle.  It is typically caused by a bad coil pack or wiring harness issue, although there can be caused … Read more