What steps must be taken before removing the piston and connecting rod assemblies on Cadillac Escalade?

Before one can pull out the piston and connecting rods, one has to the cylinder head and oil pan out of the way. With the fingernail, one should feel or scrape for ridges at the maximum travel of the ring, which should be trimmed such a way to avoid a breakage of the piston. After the removal of the ridges, the position should be changed in a way that the crank shaft is at the top. Measurement of connecting rod end play with feelers, here should be within a given range, if beyond should change the connecting rods. It is suggested to mark the connecting rods and the caps for orientation before proceeding with the removal of the connecting rod cap bolts and the number one connecting rod cap and bearing insert loose but retaining the bearing in position. Slide out the connecting rod/piston assembly through the top of the engine, if there is any residue of the ridge material it should be removed. This is done for the other cylinders and the connecting rod caps and a bearing insert is then screwed only with finger tightening in order to prevent the delusing of the bearing. As it can be observed, the pistons and the connecting rods are now in a state where they can be inspected and overhauled if necessary. Whenever replacing the piston rings, make sure that the end gaps are okay and that side clearance of piston ring is as required. Place the piston/connecting rod assemblies for future pairing, as well as all new rings which are to be installed in sequence. Place the top ring into the first cylinder and align it with the cylinder walls; then, check the end gap with the feeler gauges. In the case where the gap is wrong, refine it gently by using the ring ends to file it. Repeat this for each ring and make sure that they are installed in the right way and the right sequence. Just before the piston/connecting rod assemblies are fitted, scrape the cylinder walls and cut the top edge of the cylinder bores to a buttress angle. Take off the cap of the number one connecting rod, deglaze the bearing surfaces and fit new bearing inserts without use of any oil. Ensure that the gaps of the piston ring are well aligned, after that, apply oil on the piston and the rings before using the piston ring compressor to compress the rings and fit them into the piston. Place the piston and connecting rod as such that the connecting rod big end fits over the crankshaft journal. Inspect to determine the oil clearance of the connecting rod bearing with the help of Plastigage, on the crankshart and pistons surfaces it should be clean and without oil. If the clearance is not as specified then check the bearing inserts and the journal diameter. After that remove all the extra Plastigage material, put an even layer of grease or assembly lube on the bearing faces and put the rod cap back along with new bolts. Follow the same process for the other assemblies but be vigilant to maintain hygiene and proper alignment all through. After installation turn the crankshaft to test for binding and inspect, and measure the connecting rod small end clearance if required and rectify it.

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Cadillac Escalade Piston Kit (Std RH)
Part Number: 12656874
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2015-2024 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, 1500 4 DOOR, 1500 4 DOOR SUV, 1500 4 DOOR UTILITY, 1500 CREW CAB, 1500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 4 DOOR 1/2 TON, CLASSIC 1500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, YUKON XL/DENALI XL/ESCALADE ESV, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Cadillac Escalade Piston,(W/Pinion)
Part Number: 19178597
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2007-2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, EXT 1/2 TON, YUKON XL/DENALI XL/ESCALADE ESV, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 6.2L, 8 Cyl 6.2L Flex
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Kit (Rh, Std)
Part Number: 12656876
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2022-2024 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, YUKON XL/DENALI XL/ESCALADE ESV | 8 Cyl 5.3L
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Kit (Lh, Std)
Part Number: 12656877
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2022-2024 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, YUKON XL/DENALI XL/ESCALADE ESV | 8 Cyl 5.3L
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Asm,(W/ Pinion)
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, EXT 1/2 TON, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 5.3L
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Asm,(W/ Pinion)(Std)
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston; Piston
- Replaces: 12522850
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- 1999-2000 Cadillac Escalade | 1 TON CREW CAB, 1/2 TON, 3/4 TON, 4 DOOR 1/2 TON, CLASSIC 4 DOOR 1/2 TON, CREW CAB 1 TON, EXTENDED CAB 1 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON, K2500 CREW CAB, K3500 CAB CHASSIS 135.5, K3500 CAB CHASSIS 159.9, REGULAR CAB 1 TON, REGULAR CAB 3/4 TON, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 5.7L
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Kit,Engine
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2010-2014 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, EXT 1/2 TON, YUKON XL/DENALI XL/ESCALADE ESV, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 6.2L Flex
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Kit (Right Hnd .5Mm Outside)
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
- Position: Passenger Side
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- 2015-2023 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, 1500 4 DOOR, 1500 4 DOOR SUV, 1500 4 DOOR UTILITY, 1500 CREW CAB, 1500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 4 DOOR 1/2 TON, CLASSIC 1500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, YUKON XL/DENALI XL/ESCALADE ESV, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Asm,(W/ Pinion)
Part Number: 89060483
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, EXT 1/2 TON, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 5.3L
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Asm,(W/ Pinion & Retainer) (0.5 Mm Outside)
Part Number: 89017473
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston
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- 2002-2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, 3/4 TON, EXT 1/2 TON, EXT 3/4 TON, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 6.0L
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Cadillac Escalade Piston,(W/Pinion)
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2010-2014 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, EXT 1/2 TON, YUKON XL/DENALI XL/ESCALADE ESV, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 6.2L Flex
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Asm,(W/ Pinion)(0.127 Mm Outside)
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston
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- 1999-2000 Cadillac Escalade | 1 TON CREW CAB, 1/2 TON, 3/4 TON, 4 DOOR 1/2 TON, CLASSIC 4 DOOR 1/2 TON, CREW CAB 1 TON, EXTENDED CAB 1 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 1/2 TON, EXTENDED CAB 6'6" BOX 3/4 TON, EXTENDED CAB 8' BOX 3/4 TON, K2500 CREW CAB, K3500 CAB CHASSIS 135.5, K3500 CAB CHASSIS 159.9, REGULAR CAB 1 TON, REGULAR CAB 3/4 TON, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 5.7L
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Kit (Std)
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2009-2010 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, EXT 1/2 TON, YUKON XL/DENALI XL/ESCALADE ESV, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 6.2L Flex
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Asm,(W/ Pinion)
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2009-2013 Cadillac Escalade | YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 6.0L, 8 Cyl 6.0L Flex
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Kit (Left Hand .5Mm Outside)
Part Number: 12658743
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
- Position: Driver Side
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- 2015-2024 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, 1500 4 DOOR, 1500 4 DOOR SUV, 1500 4 DOOR UTILITY, 1500 CREW CAB, 1500 CREW CAB STANDARD BOX, 4 DOOR 1/2 TON, CLASSIC 1500 CREW CAB LONG BOX, CLASSIC 1500 EXTENDED CAB STANDARD BOX, YUKON XL/DENALI XL/ESCALADE ESV, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 6.2L
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Assembly, .
Part Number: 55510938
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- Other Name: Piston
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- 2021-2024 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, YUKON XL/DENALI XL/ESCALADE ESV, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 6 Cyl 3.0L Diesel
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Asm,(W/ Pinion & Retainer) (0.5 Mm Outside)
Part Number: 88894242
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston
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- 2003-2004 Cadillac Escalade | EXT 1/2 TON, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 6.0L
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Kit (0.5Mm Oversize)
Part Number: 19178737
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston
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- 2009-2013 Cadillac Escalade | YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 6.0L, 8 Cyl 6.0L Flex
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Cadillac Escalade Piston Kit (.5Mm Outside RH)
Part Number: 12659284
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- Other Name: PISTON KIT, Engine Piston; Piston
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- 2022-2024 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, YUKON XL/DENALI XL/ESCALADE ESV | 8 Cyl 5.3L
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Cadillac Escalade Piston,(W/Pinion, Std)
Part Number: 89017472
$80.77 MSRP: $127.08
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- Other Name: PISTON, Engine Piston; Piston
- Replaces: 89017237
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by GM's factory warranty.
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- 2002-2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1/2 TON, 3/4 TON, EXT 1/2 TON, EXT 3/4 TON, YUKON/DENALI/ESCALADE | 8 Cyl 6.0L

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Cadillac Escalade Piston

The Piston in Cadillac Escalade vehicles plays a critical role in the internal combustion engine where it helps in converting the power generated by burning of fuel into the energy that is required for the car movement. Through applying force from expanding gas onto the crankshaft the Cadillac Escalade Piston is a key component which enables efficient functioning of the engine in high pressure and temperature conditions. Various types of pistons have been used in Cadillac Escalade models since its design and development; they include trunk pistons which bear side load and has oil rings for lubrication purposes. Besides, racing pistons can be used for performance improvements which includes lightweight constructions that are capable of withstanding high RPMs. These pistons have been designed in a very precise manner thus making the Cadillac Escalade to be both efficient and durable when it comes to driving.

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Cadillac Escalade Piston Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Piston Kit (Std RH)
12656874
Q: What steps must be taken before removing the piston and connecting rod assemblies on Cadillac Escalade?
A: Before one can pull out the piston and connecting rods, one has to the cylinder head and oil pan out of the way. With the fingernail, one should feel or scrape for ridges at the maximum travel of the ring, which should be trimmed such a way to avoid a breakage of the piston. After the removal of the ridges, the position should be changed in a way that the crank shaft is at the top. Measurement of connecting rod end play with feelers, here should be within a given range, if beyond should change the connecting rods. It is suggested to mark the connecting rods and the caps for orientation before proceeding with the removal of the connecting rod cap bolts and the number one connecting rod cap and bearing insert loose but retaining the bearing in position. Slide out the connecting rod/piston assembly through the top of the engine, if there is any residue of the ridge material it should be removed. This is done for the other cylinders and the connecting rod caps and a bearing insert is then screwed only with finger tightening in order to prevent the delusing of the bearing. As it can be observed, the pistons and the connecting rods are now in a state where they can be inspected and overhauled if necessary. Whenever replacing the piston rings, make sure that the end gaps are okay and that side clearance of piston ring is as required. Place the piston/connecting rod assemblies for future pairing, as well as all new rings which are to be installed in sequence. Place the top ring into the first cylinder and align it with the cylinder walls; then, check the end gap with the feeler gauges. In the case where the gap is wrong, refine it gently by using the ring ends to file it. Repeat this for each ring and make sure that they are installed in the right way and the right sequence. Just before the piston/connecting rod assemblies are fitted, scrape the cylinder walls and cut the top edge of the cylinder bores to a buttress angle. Take off the cap of the number one connecting rod, deglaze the bearing surfaces and fit new bearing inserts without use of any oil. Ensure that the gaps of the piston ring are well aligned, after that, apply oil on the piston and the rings before using the piston ring compressor to compress the rings and fit them into the piston. Place the piston and connecting rod as such that the connecting rod big end fits over the Crankshaft journal. Inspect to determine the oil clearance of the connecting rod bearing with the help of Plastigage, on the crankshart and pistons surfaces it should be clean and without oil. If the clearance is not as specified then check the bearing inserts and the journal diameter. After that remove all the extra Plastigage material, put an even layer of grease or assembly lube on the bearing faces and put the rod cap back along with new bolts. Follow the same process for the other assemblies but be vigilant to maintain hygiene and proper alignment all through. After installation turn the crankshaft to test for binding and inspect, and measure the connecting rod small end clearance if required and rectify it.