Cadillac CT6 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-9235592) -
2016 - crc - 11/13/15
264 Vehicle Care Keep a record with all parts receipts
and list the mileage and the date of
any service work performed. See
Maintenance Records 0 356 .
CautionEven small amounts of
contamination can cause damage
to vehicle systems. Do not allow
contaminants to contact the fluids,
reservoir caps, or dipsticks.
Hood
{ WarningGas struts and other hot metal
components under the hood can
get hot after running the engine.
Do not touch as they can burn
unprotected skin and could cause
serious injury.
Clear any snow from the hood
before opening. To open the hood:
1. Pull the hood release handle.
It is on the lower left side of the
instrument panel between the
door and the steering wheel.
2. Release the handle, then pull
the handle again to fully open
the hood.
3. Go to the front of the vehicle
and lift the hood open. CautionBe sure the hood is completely
closed before driving. Damage
may occur if it is not.
To close the hood:
1. Before closing the hood, be
sure all filler caps are properly
installed.
2. Lower the hood approximately
46 cm (18 in) from the closed
position.
3. Then push the front center of
the hood with a swift, firm
motion.
4. Check to make sure the hood
is closed. If not, release the
hood from inside and repeat
Steps 1 – 3.
Cadillac CT6 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-9235592) -
2016 - crc - 11/6/15
Service and Maintenance 353
Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts Recommended Fluids and Lubricants Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 ™ specification of the proper SAE viscosity
grade. AC Delco dexos1 Synthetic Blend is recommended. See Engine
Oil 0 270 .
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL ®
Coolant.
See Engine Coolant 0 277 .
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in
Canada 19299819).
Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection
requirements.
Automatic Transmission DEXRON ®
-HP Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19300536, in
Canada 19300537).
Transfer Case (All-Wheel Drive) Transfer Case Fluid (GM Part No. 19331044, in Canada 19331045).
Rear Axle SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 88863089, in
Canada 88863090) meeting GM Specification 9986285.
Rear Axle/Front Axle (All-Wheel
Drive) SAE 75W-90 Synthetic Axle Lubricant (GM Part No. 88863089, in
Canada 88863090).
Hood Latch Assembly, Pivots, Spring
Anchor, and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol (GM Part No. 89021668, in
Canada 89021674) or lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2,
Category LB or GC-LB.
