2005 CADILLAC STS fuel

Fuses Usage
V8 ECM V8 ECM, Evap Solenoid
ABS Anti-Lock Brake Controller
STR RLY Starter Relay
WASH
NOZ/AQSHeated Washer Nozzles, Air Quality
Sensor™
ODD COILSOdd Ignition Coils, Odd Fuel
Injectors
TCM IPCTransmission, Instrument Panel,
Engine Control
SPARE Spare
MAF Mass Air Flow Sensor
HIGH FAN Cooling Fan - High Speed
LOW FAN Cooling Fan - Low Speed
RT PARK Right Park Lamp, Right Taillamp
HORN Horn
LT HI BEAM Left Headlamp High Beam
LT LOW BEAM Left Headlamp Low Beam
RT LOW BEAM Right Headlamp Low Beam
RT HI BEAM Right Headlamp High Beam
HFV6 ECMHigh Feature V6 Engine Control
ModuleRelays Usage
HDLP WASH
RELAY
JUMPER -OPTHeadlamp Washer
STARTER
RELAY MINIStarter
SPARE Spare
FOG LAMP
RELAY MICROFog Lamps
CMP CLU
RELAY MICROA/C Compressor Clutch
BLOWER
RELAY MINIFront Blower Motor
POWERTRAIN
RELAY MICROEngine Controls
RUN/CRANK
RELAY MICROIgnition 1
LOW SPEED
FAN RELAY
MINICooling Fan Low Speed
ACCESSORY
RELAY MINIIgnition 3
PARK LAMP
RELAY MICROParking Lamps
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Passenger’s Side
Fuses Usage
SPARE Spare
TRUNK DIODE Trunk Diode
CANISTER
VENTCanister Vent Solenoid
RT TURN-RIM Right Turn Signal
SUNROOF
(OPT)Sunroof Module (Option)
STOP LAMPS Stoplamps
FUEL PUMP Fuel Pump
RF HTD
ST/S-BANDFront Passenger Heated Seat,
S-Band AntennaFuses Usage
RADIO/ONSTARRadio/OnStar®
AIR BAG Airbags
RIM Battery to RIM
RUN/CRANK Ignition 1
HTD STG/CLM Heated Steering Wheel
REAR DEFOG Rear Defogger
INTERIOR
LAMPInterior Lamps
PSG DR MOD Front Passenger Door Module
LT TURN-RIM Left Turn Signal
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Fuses Usage
REAR FOG
LAMP (OPT)Rear Fog Lamps (Option)
AFTERBOIL
(OPT)After Boil Pump
RIM Ignition to RIM
JOINT
CONNECTORJoint Connector
Relays Usage
SPARE Spare
REAR DEFOG
RELAY MINIRear Defog
FUEL PUMP
RELAY MICROFuel Pump
Relays Usage
REAR FOG
LAMP RLY
MICRO (OPT)Rear Fog Lamps (Option)
STOP LAMP
RELAY MICROStoplamps
INT LAMP
RELAY MICROInterior Lamps
RUN/CRANK
RELAY MICROIgnition 1
AFTERBOIL
RELAY MICRO
(OPT)After Boil Pump (Option)
Circuit
Breakers Usage
WINDOW
MTRS C/BPower Window Motors Circuit
Breaker
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Capacities and Specications
The following approximate capacities are given in English and metric conversions. SeeRecommended Fluids and
Lubricants on page 6-12for more information.
ApplicationCapacities
English Metric
Air Conditioning Refrigerant R134a 1.4 lbs 0.63 kg
Cooling System 13.0 qt 12.3 L
Engine Oil with Filter
3.6L V6 6.0 qt 5.7 L
4.6L V8 8.0 qt 7.6 L
Fuel Tank 17.5 gal 66.3 L
Transmission 15.0 qt 14.2 L
Wheel Nut Torque 100 ft lb 140Y
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to ll to the approximate level as recommended in this
manual. Recheck the uid level after lling.
Engine Specications
Engine VIN Code Transmission Spark Plug Gap
3.6L HFV6 7 Automatic 0.044 inches (1.1 mm)
4.6L DOHC V8 A Automatic 0.040 inches (1.0 mm)
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Maintenance Schedule......................................6-2
Introduction...................................................6-2
Maintenance Requirements..............................6-2
Your Vehicle and the Environment....................6-2
Using the Maintenance Schedule......................6-2
Scheduled Maintenance...................................6-4
Additional Required Services............................6-6
Maintenance Footnotes...................................6-7Owner Checks and Services............................6-9
At Each Fuel Fill............................................6-9
At Least Once a Month...................................6-9
At Least Once a Year...................................6-10
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants...............6-12
Normal Maintenance Replacement Parts..........6-14
Maintenance Record.....................................6-15
Section 6 Maintenance Schedule
6-1

This schedule is for vehicles that:
carry passengers and cargo within recommended
limits. You will nd these limits on the tire and
loading information label. SeeLoading Your Vehicle
on page 4-30.
are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal
driving limits.
use the recommended fuel. SeeGasoline Octane
on page 5-5.
The services inScheduled Maintenance on page 6-4
should be performed when indicated. SeeAdditional
Required Services on page 6-6andMaintenance
Footnotes on page 6-7for further information.
{CAUTION:
Performing maintenance work on a vehicle
can be dangerous. In trying to do some jobs,
you can be seriously injured. Do your own
maintenance work only if you have the
required know-how and the proper tools and
equipment for the job. If you have any doubt,
see your GM Goodwrench
®dealer to have a
qualied technician do the work.Some maintenance services can be complex. So,
unless you are technically qualied and have the
necessary equipment, you should have your GM
Goodwrench
®dealer do these jobs.
When you go to your GM Goodwrench
®dealer for your
service needs, you will know that GM-trained and
supported service technicians will perform the work
using genuine GM parts.
If you want to purchase service information, seeService
Publications Ordering Information on page 7-11.
Owner Checks and Services on page 6-9tells you what
should be checked, when to check it and what you
can easily do to help keep your vehicle in good
condition.
The proper replacement parts, uids and lubricants to
use are listed inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants
on page 6-12andNormal Maintenance Replacement
Parts on page 6-14. When your vehicle is serviced,
make sure these are used. All parts should be replaced
and all necessary repairs done before you or anyone
else drives the vehicle. We recommend the use of
genuine GM parts.
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Additional Required Services
The following services should be performed at the rst maintenance service (IorII) after the indicated miles (kilometers)
shown for each item.
Additional Required Services
Service and Miles (Kilometers)25,000
(41 500)50,000
(83 000)75,000
(125 000)100,000
(166 000)125,000
(207 500)150,000
(240 000)
Inspect fuel system for damage
or leaks.• •••••
Inspect exhaust system for loose or
damaged components.• •••••
Replace engine air cleaner lter. See
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter on page 5-20.••
Change automatic transmission
uid and lter (severe service only).
See footnote (h).•••
For all-wheel-drive vehicles used for
trailer towing: Change transfer case
uid.•••
Throttle body service.An Emission
Control Service. See footnotes † and (l).• •••••
Replace spark plugs.An Emission
Control Service.•
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Owner Checks and Services
These owner checks and services should be performed
at the intervals specied to help ensure the safety,
dependability and emission control performance of your
vehicle. Your GM Goodwrench
®dealer can assist
you with these checks and services.
Be sure any necessary repairs are completed at once.
Whenever any uids or lubricants are added to your
vehicle, make sure they are the proper ones, as shown
inRecommended Fluids and Lubricants on page 6-12.
At Each Fuel Fill
It is important to perform these underhood checks at
each fuel ll.
Engine Oil Level Check
Check the engine oil level and add the proper oil if
necessary. SeeEngine Oil on page 5-15for further
details.
Notice:It is important to check your oil regularly
and keep it at the proper level. Failure to keep your
engine oil at the proper level can cause damage
to your engine not covered by your warranty.
Engine Coolant Level Check
Check the engine coolant level and add
DEX-COOL®coolant mixture if necessary. SeeEngine
Coolant on page 5-22for further details.
Windshield Washer Fluid Level Check
Check the windshield washer uid level in the windshield
washer tank and add the proper uid if necessary.
At Least Once a Month
Tire Ination Check
Visually inspect your vehicle’s tires and make sure they
are inated to the correct pressures. Do not forget to
check the spare tire. SeeTires on page 5-53for further
details. Check to make sure the spare tire is stored
securely. SeeChanging a Flat Tire on page 5-74.
Tire Wear Inspection
Tire rotation is recommended if your vehicle has the
same size tires at all four wheel positions and may
be required for high mileage highway drivers prior to
the Engine Oil Life System service notication. Check
the tires for wear and, if necessary, rotate the tires.
SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on page 5-65.
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