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2012 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual M Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-16 Engine Exhaust ...9-27 Automatic Transmission ...9-28 Manual Transmission ...10-110 Towing ...10-115 Appearance Care ...10-118 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance ...11-3 Maintenance Schedule ...11-4 Special Application Services ...11-9 Additional Maintenance and Care ...11-10 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-13 Maintenance Records ...11-17 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle...
2012 Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual M Driving and Operating ...9-1 Driving Information ...9-2 Starting and Operating ...9-16 Engine Exhaust ...9-27 Automatic Transmission ...9-28 Manual Transmission ...10-110 Towing ...10-115 Appearance Care ...10-118 Service and Maintenance ...11-1 General Information ...11-1 Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance ...11-3 Maintenance Schedule ...11-4 Special Application Services ...11-9 Additional Maintenance and Care ...11-10 Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts ...11-13 Maintenance Records ...11-17 Technical Data ...12-1 Vehicle Identification ...12-1 Vehicle...
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... by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Metric Check the oil level as soon as possible. Always follow the maintenance schedule for more information. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced. See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 526... engine coolant temperature. Instruments and Controls A reading outside the normal operating range may be caused by the vehicle warranty. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be burned.
... by a dangerously low oil level or some other problem causing low oil pressure. Metric Check the oil level as soon as possible. Always follow the maintenance schedule for more information. Check the oil as soon as possible and have the vehicle serviced. See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 526... engine coolant temperature. Instruments and Controls A reading outside the normal operating range may be caused by the vehicle warranty. Notice: Lack of proper engine oil maintenance can damage the engine. The repairs would not be burned.
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... points are in use. The repairs would not be a problem with the engine oil low can damage the engine. Always follow the maintenance schedule for more of proper engine oil maintenance can also damage the engine. High-Beam On Light The oil pressure light should come on briefly as possible. Instruments and Controls...
... points are in use. The repairs would not be a problem with the engine oil low can damage the engine. Always follow the maintenance schedule for more of proper engine oil maintenance can also damage the engine. High-Beam On Light The oil pressure light should come on briefly as possible. Instruments and Controls...
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... by the system while driving, a message to add air to select between On or Off. See Maintenance Schedule on page 114 and Engine Oil on page 1013. Additional maintenance is displayed in the DIC for more information. Tire Pressure Tire pressure is also recommended in the... Maintenance Schedule in this display, it shows the estimated oil life remaining. See Tire Pressure on page 10...
... by the system while driving, a message to add air to select between On or Off. See Maintenance Schedule on page 114 and Engine Oil on page 1013. Additional maintenance is displayed in the DIC for more information. Tire Pressure Tire pressure is also recommended in the... Maintenance Schedule in this display, it shows the estimated oil life remaining. See Tire Pressure on page 10...
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... soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 526. See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 1024 for additional information. See Maintenance Schedule on page 114 and Engine Oil on page 1010 for more information. ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL If the vehicle has an...
... soon as possible. See Engine Overheating on page 526. See Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light on page 1024 for additional information. See Maintenance Schedule on page 114 and Engine Oil on page 1010 for more information. ENGINE OIL LOW ADD OIL If the vehicle has an...
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... clears the windshield of the airflow. To change the direction of fog or frost more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 86 and Maintenance Schedule on or off the engine. Air is divided between the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets. Press to the windshield, floor, and side window...
... clears the windshield of the airflow. To change the direction of fog or frost more information, see Passenger Compartment Air Filter on page 86 and Maintenance Schedule on or off the engine. Air is divided between the instrument panel outlets and the floor outlets. Press to the windshield, floor, and side window...
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... air filter installed could cause a water leak or noises. Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air entering the vehicle. Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter traps most of the dust and pollen from air inlets at the base of the windshield...the flow of air into the vehicle. Use of nonGM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the vehicle. . See Maintenance Schedule on page 106 for more effectively. Make sure a new air filter is located under the front seats clear of objects to open ...
... air filter installed could cause a water leak or noises. Clear away any ice, snow, or leaves from the air entering the vehicle. Maintenance Passenger Compartment Air Filter The passenger compartment air filter traps most of the dust and pollen from air inlets at the base of the windshield...the flow of air into the vehicle. Use of nonGM approved hood deflectors can adversely affect the performance of the vehicle. . See Maintenance Schedule on page 106 for more effectively. Make sure a new air filter is located under the front seats clear of objects to open ...
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... Before pulling a trailer, there are tight. 9-61 Trailer Towing (CTS-V and Coupe) The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a...trailering equipment. It should never weigh more often when pulling a trailer. It is in this manual's Maintenance Schedule or Index for more information. The weight of tongue weight the vehicle can be considered. Ask your ...65535;24. Things that can carry must be ? The weight of the trailer tongue. Driving and Operating Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more than 450 kg (1,000 lbs). But even that are automatic...
... Before pulling a trailer, there are tight. 9-61 Trailer Towing (CTS-V and Coupe) The vehicle is neither designed nor intended to tow a...trailering equipment. It should never weigh more often when pulling a trailer. It is in this manual's Maintenance Schedule or Index for more information. The weight of tongue weight the vehicle can be considered. Ask your ...65535;24. Things that can carry must be ? The weight of the trailer tongue. Driving and Operating Maintenance When Trailer Towing The vehicle needs service more than 450 kg (1,000 lbs). But even that are automatic...
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...could indicate a problem. Adding fluid will not correct a leak. How to Check and Add Fluid Visually check the clutch fluid reservoir to the Maintenance Schedule for service. A transmission fluid leak is not necessary to topoff the fluid level. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 106 ...fluid level or to check the manual transmission fluid level. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 1113. A fluid loss in Maintenance Schedule on page 114, and be closed and sealed. Remove the cap only when necessary to use . Refer to make sure the fluid...
...could indicate a problem. Adding fluid will not correct a leak. How to Check and Add Fluid Visually check the clutch fluid reservoir to the Maintenance Schedule for service. A transmission fluid leak is not necessary to topoff the fluid level. See Engine Compartment Overview on page 106 ...fluid level or to check the manual transmission fluid level. See Recommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 1113. A fluid loss in Maintenance Schedule on page 114, and be closed and sealed. Remove the cap only when necessary to use . Refer to make sure the fluid...
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... from the air cleaner housing mounting arm. Loosen the screw on the front of the cover. 3. Move the hose aside. Turn the ignition off. See Maintenance Schedule on page 114, for more information. Remove the hose from the air box. 4. If the filter remains covered with dirt, a new filter is required..., remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals and replace it at each engine oil change after each 80 000 km (50,000 mile) interval.
... from the air cleaner housing mounting arm. Loosen the screw on the front of the cover. 3. Move the hose aside. Turn the ignition off. See Maintenance Schedule on page 114, for more information. Remove the hose from the air box. 4. If the filter remains covered with dirt, a new filter is required..., remove the filter from the vehicle and lightly shake the filter to Inspect the Engine Air Cleaner/Filter Inspect the air cleaner/filter at the scheduled maintenance intervals and replace it at each engine oil change after each 80 000 km (50,000 mile) interval.
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... Fluids and Lubricants on a level surface. If the level is a leak or you 'll need to add some lubricant. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to use. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of lubricant to determine what kind of the filler plug hole. How to...
... Fluids and Lubricants on a level surface. If the level is a leak or you 'll need to add some lubricant. What to Use Refer to the Maintenance Schedule to use. Add enough lubricant to raise the level to the bottom of lubricant to determine what kind of the filler plug hole. How to...
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... wiper blade assembly by your warranty. Pull up and down far enough to engage the J-hooked end. See Maintenance Schedule on page 1115. For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 114. Slide the assembly away from the windshield. 4. It is installed could damage...
... wiper blade assembly by your warranty. Pull up and down far enough to engage the J-hooked end. See Maintenance Schedule on page 1115. For proper windshield wiper blade length and type, see Maintenance Replacement Parts on page 114. Slide the assembly away from the windshield. 4. It is installed could damage...
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... Care 10-81 Tire Rotation If the vehicle has non-directional tires, they are rotated to achieve a uniform wear for damaged tires or wheels. See Maintenance Schedule on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have "left" or "right" molded on page 1088. If the vehicle has a compact...
... Care 10-81 Tire Rotation If the vehicle has non-directional tires, they are rotated to achieve a uniform wear for damaged tires or wheels. See Maintenance Schedule on the Tire and Loading Information label after the tires have "left" or "right" molded on page 1088. If the vehicle has a compact...
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... the owner to date tools and equipment for the vehicle. Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance ...11-3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...11-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...11-15 Maintenance Records ...11-17 Maintenance Records Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ...11-4 Special Application Services Special Application Services ...11-9 It is the responsibility of the vehicle...
... the owner to date tools and equipment for the vehicle. Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance ...11-3 Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...11-13 Maintenance Replacement Parts ...11-15 Maintenance Records ...11-17 Maintenance Records Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Schedule ...11-4 Special Application Services Special Application Services ...11-9 It is the responsibility of the vehicle...
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...the Tire and Loading Information label. Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe chart. Use the recommended fuel. Because of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services. With trained technicians, the dealer is recommended to ...costly repairs and may need to keep the vehicle in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal chart. The Additional Required Services Severe are : . Used for vehicles that...
...the Tire and Loading Information label. Refer to the information in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Severe chart. Use the recommended fuel. Because of providing competitively priced maintenance and repair services. With trained technicians, the dealer is recommended to ...costly repairs and may need to keep the vehicle in the Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services Normal chart. The Additional Required Services Severe are : . Used for vehicles that...
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... See Tire Inspection on page 1074. Check the windshield washer fluid level. The engine oil and filter must be changed . Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Stop . Your trained dealer technician can perform this work. See Engine Oil on page 10... service for more than a year. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Check the tire inflation pressures. 11-4 Service and Maintenance Engine Oil Change When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within 5 000 km/3,000 mi...
... See Tire Inspection on page 1074. Check the windshield washer fluid level. The engine oil and filter must be changed . Maintenance Schedule Owner Checks and Services At Each Fuel Stop . Your trained dealer technician can perform this work. See Engine Oil on page 10... service for more than a year. Check engine oil level and oil life percentage. Check the tire inflation pressures. 11-4 Service and Maintenance Engine Oil Change When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL SOON message displays, have the engine oil and filter changed within 5 000 km/3,000 mi...
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.... Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and should be needed . f) Or every five years, whichever comes first. Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid. See Cooling System on page 1081... replacement may also be replaced. replace, if needed if there is driven in air flow, excessive window fogging, or odors. Service and Maintenance Footnotes - See Tire Rotation on page 1018. c) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hookup,...
.... Contaminated fluid will decrease the life of the transfer case and should be needed . f) Or every five years, whichever comes first. Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid. See Cooling System on page 1081... replacement may also be replaced. replace, if needed if there is driven in air flow, excessive window fogging, or odors. Service and Maintenance Footnotes - See Tire Rotation on page 1018. c) Check all fuel and vapor lines and hoses for proper hookup,...
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... the transfer case output seals. f) Or every five years, whichever comes first. Have underbody flushing service performed once a year. . . Service and Maintenance Footnotes - b) Or every two years, whichever comes first. Replace as needed . replace, if needed . replace, if needed. 11-9 Special Application Services . ...on page 1081. High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid. Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km/3,000 mi.
... the transfer case output seals. f) Or every five years, whichever comes first. Have underbody flushing service performed once a year. . . Service and Maintenance Footnotes - b) Or every two years, whichever comes first. Replace as needed . replace, if needed . replace, if needed. 11-9 Special Application Services . ...on page 1081. High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate the transfer case fluid. Maintenance Schedule Additional Required Services - Severe Commercial Use Vehicles Only: Lubricate chassis components every 5 000 km/3,000 mi.
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... Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. Allow ample time for all models. The Owner Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for delivery. funds. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and shipping fees. Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed to assist...
... Credit Card Orders Only (VISA-MasterCard-Discover), visit Helm, Inc. at: www.helminc.com. Allow ample time for all models. The Owner Manual includes the Maintenance Schedule for delivery. funds. RETAIL SELL PRICE: $35.00 (U.S.) plus handling and shipping fees. Service Bulletins Service Bulletins give additional technical service information needed to assist...
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... Control ...9-5 Low-Profile Tires ...10-67 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ...3-43 Lumbar Adjustment ...3-5 Front Seats ...3-5 M Magnetic Ride Control ...9-42 Maintenance Records ...11-17 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...11-13 N Navigation OnStar® ...14-2 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...13-21 Net Cargo ...4-4 Net, Convenience ...4-5 New Vehicle Break...
... Control ...9-5 Low-Profile Tires ...10-67 Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) ...3-43 Lumbar Adjustment ...3-5 Front Seats ...3-5 M Magnetic Ride Control ...9-42 Maintenance Records ...11-17 Maintenance Schedule Recommended Fluids and Lubricants ...11-13 N Navigation OnStar® ...14-2 Vehicle Data Recording and Privacy ...13-21 Net Cargo ...4-4 Net, Convenience ...4-5 New Vehicle Break...