
Cadillac CT6 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-11292458) -
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VEHICLE CARE 375
The jump start negative terminal (3)
and positive terminal (4) are on the
battery of the vehicle providing the
jump start.
The positive jump start connection for
the discharged battery is under a red
cover. Remove the cover to expose the
terminal.1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt battery with a
negative ground system.
Caution
If the other vehicle does not have a
12-volt system with a negative
ground, both vehicles can be
damaged. Only use a vehicle that
has a 12-volt system with a
negative ground for jump starting.
2. Position the two vehicles so that they are not touching.
3. Set the parking brake firmly and put the shift lever in P (Park). See
Shifting Into Park 0224.
Caution
If any accessories are left on or
plugged in during the jump starting
procedure, they could be damaged.
The repairs would not be covered
by the vehicle warranty. Whenever
possible, turn off or unplug all
accessories on either vehicle when
jump starting.
4. Turn the ignition off. Turn off all lights and accessories in both
vehicles, except the hazard
warning flashers if needed.
{Warning
An electric fan can start up even
when the engine is not running and
can injure you. Keep hands,
clothing, and tools away from any
underhood electric fan.
{Warning
Using a match near a battery can
cause battery gas to explode. People
have been hurt doing this, and
some have been blinded. Use a
flashlight if you need more light.
Battery fluid contains acid that can
burn you. Do not get it on you.
If you accidentally get it in your
eyes or on your skin, flush the place
with water and get medical help
immediately.
{Warning
Fans or other moving engine parts
can injure you badly. Keep your
hands away from moving parts
once the engine is running.
5. Connect one end of the red positive (+) cable to the remote
positive (+) terminal on the
discharged battery.

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390 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Cadillac Premium Care
Maintenance
Your vehicle comes with the Cadillac
Premium Care Maintenance. It is a
maintenance program that covers
select maintenance services during
the first three years or 58 000 km
(36,000 mi) whichever comes first.
Cadillac Premium Care Maintenance
covers routine maintenance services,
when scheduled in accordance with
the owner’s manual, including:
.Oil changes based on the vehicle's
oil life monitor system.
. Tire rotation every 12 000 km
(7,500 mi).
. Passenger compartment air filter
replacement.
. Multi-point vehicle inspection
(MPVI) performed by a qualified
technician.
Cadillac requires that all Cadillac
Premium Care Maintenance services
be performed by a Cadillac authorized
service dealer.
Maintenance Schedule
Owner Checks and Services
At Each Fuel Stop
. Check the engine oil level. See
Engine Oil 0307.
Once a Month
. Check the tire inflation pressures.
See Tire Pressure 0347.
. Inspect the tires for wear. See Tire
Inspection 0353.
. Check the windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid 0322.
Engine Oil Change
When the CHANGE ENGINE OIL
SOON message displays, have the
engine oil and filter changed within
the next 1 000 km/600 mi. If driven
under the best conditions, the engine
oil life system may not indicate the
need for vehicle service for up to a
year. The engine oil and filter must be
changed at least once a year and the
oil life system must be reset. Your
trained dealer technician can perform
this work. If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally, service the
vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 mi since
the last service. Reset the oil life
system when the oil is changed. See
Engine Oil Life System
0309.
Tire Rotation and Required
Services Every 12 000 km/
7,500 mi
Rotate the tires, if recommended for
the vehicle, and perform the following
services. See Tire Rotation0353.
. Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed, change
engine oil and filter, and reset oil
life system.
See Engine Oil 0307 and Engine Oil
Life System 0309.
. Check engine coolant level.
See Cooling System (Gasoline Only)
0 312 orCooling System (PLUG-IN
Only) 0316.
. Check windshield washer fluid
level. See Washer Fluid 0322.

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 391
.Visually inspect windshield wiper
blades for wear, cracking,
or contamination. See Exterior
Care 0380. Replace worn or
damaged wiper blades. See Wiper
Blade Replacement 0327.
. Check tire inflation pressures. See
Tire Pressure 0347.
. Inspect tire wear. See Tire
Inspection 0353.
. Visually check for fluid leaks.
. Inspect engine air cleaner filter.
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0311.
. Inspect brake system. See Exterior
Care 0380.
. Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of wear.
See Exterior Care 0380.
. Check restraint system
components. See Safety System
Check 083.
. Visually inspect fuel system for
damage or leaks. .
Visually inspect exhaust system
and nearby heat shields for loose
or damaged parts.
. Lubricate body components. See
Exterior Care 0380.
. Check starter switch. See Starter
Switch Check 0326.
. Check automatic transmission
shift lock control function. See
Automatic Transmission Shift Lock
Control Function Check 0327.
. Check parking brake and
automatic transmission park
mechanism. See Park Brake and
P (Park) Mechanism Check 0327.
. Check accelerator pedal for
damage, high effort, or binding.
Replace if needed.
. Visually inspect gas strut for signs
of wear, cracks, or other damage.
Check the hold open ability of the
strut. If the hold open ability is
low, service the gas strut. See Gas
Strut(s) 0328.
. Inspect sunroof track and seal,
if equipped. See Sunroof061.

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Footnotes—Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services -
Normal
(1) Vehicles with different size front
and rear tires do not have tire
rotation. See Tire Rotation0353.
(2) Or every two years, whichever
comes first. More frequent passenger
compartment air filter replacement
may be needed if driving in areas with
heavy traffic, poor air quality, high
dust levels, or environmental
allergens. Passenger compartment air
filter replacement may also be needed
if there is reduced airf low, window
fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer can
help determine when to replace the
filter.
(3) Visually check all fuel and vapor
lines and hoses for proper attachment,
connection, routing, and condition.
(4) Or every four years, whichever
comes first. If driving in dusty
conditions, inspect the filter at each
oil change or more often as needed. (5)
Or every five years, whichever
comes first.
See Cooling System (Gasoline Only)
0 312 orCooling System (PLUG-IN
Only) 0316.
(6) Do not directly power wash the
transfer case and/or front/rear axle
output seals. High pressure water can
overcome the seals and contaminate
the transfer case fluid. Contaminated
fluid will decrease the life of the
transfer case and/or axles and should
be replaced.
(7) Or every 10 years, whichever
comes first. Inspect for fraying,
excessive cracking, or damage; replace,
if needed.
(8) Replace brake fluid every five
years for DOT 3 fluid or every three
years for DOT 4 fluid. See Brake Fluid
0 323.

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Footnotes—Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services -
Severe
(1) Vehicles with different size front
and rear tires do not have tire
rotation. See Tire Rotation0353.
(2) Or every two years, whichever
comes first. More frequent passenger
compartment air filter replacement
may be needed if driving in areas with
heavy traffic, poor air quality, high
dust levels, or environmental
allergens. Passenger compartment air
filter replacement may also be needed
if there is reduced airf low, window
fogging, or odors. Your GM dealer can
help determine when to replace the
filter.
(3) Visually check all fuel and vapor
lines and hoses for proper attachment,
connection, routing, and condition.
(4) Or every four years, whichever
comes first. If driving in dusty
conditions, inspect the filter at each
oil change or more often as needed.
(5) Do not directly power wash the
transfer case and/or front/rear axle
output seals. High pressure water can overcome the seals and contaminate
the transfer case fluid. Contaminated
fluid will decrease the life of the
transfer case and/or axles and should
be replaced.
(6)
Or every five years, whichever
comes first.
See Cooling System (Gasoline Only)
0 312 orCooling System (PLUG-IN
Only) 0316.
(7) Or every 10 years, whichever
comes first. Inspect for fraying,
excessive cracking, or damage; replace,
if needed.
(8) Replace brake fluid every five
years for DOT 3 fluid or every three
years for DOT 4 fluid. See Brake Fluid
0 323.Special Application
Services
.
Severe Commercial Use Vehicles
Only: Lubricate chassis
components every oil change.
. Have underbody flushing service
performed. See "Underbody
Maintenance" in Exterior Care
0 380.

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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
UsageFluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission DEXRON-HP Automatic Transmission Fluid (GM Part No. 19331925, in Canada 19300537).
Engine Coolant (Gasoline Only Vehicles) 50/50 mixture of clean drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. Engine Coolant, High Voltage Battery,
and Power Electronics Cooling System (PLUG-IN Only Vehicles) Use Only Premix DEX-COOL Coolant (GM Part No. 12378390, in
Canada 10953456).
See
Cooling System (Gasoline Only) 0312 orCooling System (PLUG-IN Only)
0 316.
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade.
ACDelco dexos1 is recommended. See Engine Oil0307.
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.
Hydraulic Brake System (Gasoline Only) DOT 3 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299818, in Canada 19299819).
Hydraulic Brake System (PLUG-IN Only) DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid (GM Part No. 19299570, in Canada 19299571). Key Lock Cylinders, Hood and Door Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, Superlube (GM Part No. 12346241, in
Canada 10953474).
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).

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TECHNICAL DATA 405
ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
3.0L V6 Engine Intercoolers 3.2 L 3.4 qt
3.6L V6 Engine 9.8 L 10.4 qt
3.6L V6 Engine with Rear A/C 11.4 L 12.0 qt
Engine Oil with Filter
2.0L L4 Engine 4.7 L 5.0 qt
3.0L V6 Engine 5.7 L 6.0 qt
3.6L V6 Engine 5.7 L 6.0 qt
Front Axle 0.5 L 0.53 qt
Rear Axle 0.5 L 0.53 qt
Rear Axle - PLUG–IN 1.1 L 1.16 qt
Fuel Tank Gasoline Only 72.7 L 19.2 gal
PLUG–IN 58.0 L 15.3 gal
Transfer Case –AWD 0.8 L 0.85 qt
Wheel Nut Torque 150 Y110 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as recommended in this manual.
Recheck fluid level after filling.

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406 TECHNICAL DATA
Engine Specifications
EngineVIN CodeTransmission Spark Plug Gap
2.0L L4 Engine XAutomatic0.75–0.90 mm (0.030–0.035 in)
3.0L V6 Engine 6Automatic 0.65–0.75 mm (0.26–0.030 in)
3.6L V6 Engine SAutomatic0.80–0.90 mm (0.031–0.035 in)
Engine Drive Belt Routing
2.0L L4 Engine (PLUG-IN)
2.0L L4 Engine (Gasoline Only)3.0L V6 Engine