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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services -
Normal12 000 km/7,500 mi
24 000 km/15,000 mi
36 000 km/22,500 mi
48 000 km/30,000 mi
60 000 km/37,500 mi
72 000 km/45,000 mi
84 000 km/52,500 mi
96 000 km/60,000 mi
108 000 km/67,500 mi
120 000 km/75,000 mi
132 000 km/82,500 mi
144 000 km/90,000 mi
156 000 km/97,500 mi
168 000 km/105,000 mi
180 000 km/112,500 mi
192 000 km/120,000 mi
204 000 km/127,500 mi
216 000 km/135,000 mi
228 000 km/142,500 mi
240 000 km/150,000 mi
Rotate tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and
perform Required Services. Check engine oil level
and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter,
if needed. (1)@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (2)@ @@@@@
Inspect evaporative control system. (3)@ @@
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (4)@@@
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires.@ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5)@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6)@
Replace brake fluid. (7)
Replace windshield wiper blades. (8)
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts.@ @
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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 Rotation0295.
(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 System0262. (6)
Or every 10 years, whichever
comes first. Inspect for fraying,
excessive cracking, or damage; replace,
if needed.
(7) Replace brake fluid every five
years. See Brake Fluid 0268.
(8) Or every 12 months, whichever
comes first. See Wiper Blade
Replacement 0271.
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Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services -
Severe12 000 km/7,500 mi
24 000 km/15,000 mi
36 000 km/22,500 mi
48 000 km/30,000 mi
60 000 km/37,500 mi
72 000 km/45,000 mi
84 000 km/52,500 mi
96 000 km/60,000 mi
108 000 km/67,500 mi
120 000 km/75,000 mi
132 000 km/82,500 mi
144 000 km/90,000 mi
156 000 km/97,500 mi
168 000 km/105,000 mi
180 000 km/112,500 mi
192 000 km/120,000 mi
204 000 km/127,500 mi
216 000 km/135,000 mi
228 000 km/142,500 mi
240 000 km/150,000 mi
Rotate tires, if recommended for the vehicle, and
perform Required Services. Check engine oil level
and oil life percentage. Change engine oil and filter,
if needed. (1)@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (2)@ @@@@@
Inspect evaporative control system. (3)@ @@
Replace engine air cleaner filter. (4)@@@
Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug wires.@ @
Change automatic transmission fluid and filter.@@@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (5)@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (6)@
Replace brake fluid. (7)
Replace windshield wiper blades. (8)
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts.@ @
Footnotes—Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services -
Severe
(1) Vehicles with different size front
and rear tires do not have tire
rotation. See Tire Rotation0295. (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.
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Shocks and Struts
Shocks and struts help aid in control
for a smoother ride.
.Signs of wear may include steering
wheel vibration, bounce/sway
while braking, longer stopping
distance, or uneven tire wear.
. As part of the multi-point
inspection, trained dealer
technicians can visually inspect
the shocks and struts for signs of
leaking, blown seals, or damage,
and can advise when service is
needed.
Tires
Tires need to be properly inflated,
rotated, and balanced. Maintaining
the tires can save money and fuel, and
can reduce the risk of tire failure.
. Signs that the tires need to be
replaced include three or more
visible treadwear indicators; cord
or fabric showing through the
rubber; cracks or cuts in the tread
or sidewall; or a bulge or split in
the tire. .
Trained dealer technicians can
inspect and recommend the right
tires. Your dealer can also provide
tire/wheel balancing services to
ensure smooth vehicle operation
at all speeds. Your dealer sells and
services name brand tires.
Vehicle Care
To help keep the vehicle looking like
new, vehicle care products are
available from your dealer. For
information on how to clean and
protect the vehicle’s interior and
exterior, see Interior Care 0319 and
Exterior Care 0315.
Wheel Alignment
Wheel alignment is critical for
ensuring that the tires deliver optimal
wear and performance.
. Signs that the alignment may need
to be adjusted include pulling,
improper vehicle handling,
or unusual tire wear.
. Your dealer has the required
equipment to ensure proper wheel
alignment. Windshield
For safety, appearance, and the best
viewing, keep the windshield clean
and clear.
.
Signs of damage include scratches,
cracks, and chips.
. Trained dealer technicians can
inspect the windshield and
recommend proper replacement if
needed.
Wiper Blades
Wiper blades need to be cleaned and
kept in good condition to provide a
clear view.
. Signs of wear include streaking,
skipping across the windshield,
and worn or split rubber.
. Trained dealer technicians can
check the wiper blades and replace
them when needed.
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.Lock-Out Service: Service to
unlock the vehicle if you are
locked out. A remote unlock may
be available if you have OnStar.
For security reasons, the driver
must present identification before
this service is given.
. Emergency Tow from a Public
Road or Highway: Tow to the
nearest Cadillac dealer for
warranty service, or if the vehicle
was in a crash and cannot be
driven. Assistance is not given
when the vehicle is stuck in the
sand, mud, or snow.
. Flat Tire Change: Service to
change a flat tire with a spare tire.
The spare tire, if equipped, must
be in good condition and properly
inflated. It is your responsibility
for the repair or replacement of
the tire if it is not covered by the
warranty.
. Battery Jump Start: Service to
jump start a dead battery. .
Trip Interruption Benefits and
Service: If your trip is interrupted
due to a warranty failure,
incidental expenses may be
reimbursed during the Powertrain
warranty period. Items considered
are hotel, meals, and rental car or
a vehicle being delivered back to
the customer, up to 500 miles.
Cadillac Technician Roadside
Service (U.S. Only)
Cadillac's exceptional Roadside Service
is more than an auto club or towing
service. It provides every Cadillac
owner in the United States with the
advantage of contacting a Cadillac
advisor and, where available, a
Cadillac trained dealer technician who
can provide on-site service.
A dealer technician will travel to your
location within a 30-mile radius of a
participating Cadillac dealership.
If beyond this radius, we will arrange
to have your car towed to the nearest
Cadillac dealership. Each technician
travels with a specially equipped
service vehicle complete with the necessary Cadillac parts and tools
required to handle most roadside
repairs.
Services Not Included in
Roadside Service
.
Impound towing caused by
violation of any laws
. Legal fines
. Mounting, dismounting,
or changing of snow tires, chains,
or other traction devices
Service is not provided if a vehicle is
in an area that is not accessible to the
service vehicle or is not a regularly
traveled or maintained public road,
which includes ice and winter roads.
Off-road use is not covered.
Services Specific to
Canadian-Purchased Vehicles
. Fuel delivery: Reimbursement is
up to 7 liters. Diesel fuel delivery
may be restricted. Propane and
other fuels are not provided
through this service.
. Lock-Out Service: Vehicle
registration is required.
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366 INDEX
IndexA
About Driving the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . 254
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Active Fuel Management . . . . . . . . . . . 192
Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . 250
Additional InformationOnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 356
Additional Maintenance
and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Adjustments Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . . . . 261
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Air Filter
Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Air Filter, Passenger Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . . 85
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . . 87
What Makes an Airbag Inflate? . . . . 85
What Will You See after anAirbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Airbag System (cont'd)
When Should an Airbag
Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Airbags Adding Equipment to theVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Passenger Status Indicator . . . . . . . 132
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
Alarm Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Alert Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . 232
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200, 270
Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . 200 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Appearance Care
Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Armrest Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Ashtrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Assistance Systems for Driving . . . . 226
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Assistance Systems for Parkingand Backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Auto Stop Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Automatic Dimming Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Forward Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 260
Automatic Transmission Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
B
BatteryExterior Lighting Battery
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 164
Battery - North America . . . . . .269, 309
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . . . . . 271
Brake Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 267 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 202
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268 Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 175
Automatic Forward . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
Braking System Front Pedestrian (FPB) . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Bulb Replacement Back-up Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 274
Front Turn Signal Lamps . . . . . . . . 273
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
C
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
California
Perchlorate MaterialsRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
California Proposition 65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . .253, 269, 309, Back Cover
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . 338
Carbon Monoxide
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 178
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Cargo (cont'd)
Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . . . . . 3
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Chains, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 301
Charging Wireless . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Charging System Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Check Engine Light (MalfunctionIndicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133
Child Restraints Infants and Young Children . . . . . . . . 94
Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Older Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Securing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106, 108
Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Cigarette Lighter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Cleaning Exterior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Interior Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Climate Control Systems Dual Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121
Cluster, Instrument . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Collision Damage Repair . . . . . . . . . . . 347
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Pregnancy, Using Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . 79
PrivacyVehicle Data Recording . . . . . . . . . . 352
Program Courtesy Transportation . . . . . . . . . 346
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Proposition 65 Warning,
California . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .253, 269, 309, Back Cover
Publication Ordering
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 349
R
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . . . . . 350
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . 219
Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . . . . 120
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237 Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
Records Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 336
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . 312
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Replacement Parts Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 335
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
Restraints Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Roads
Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 177
Roadside Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Roof Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . . . . 339
Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 194
S
Safety Defects ReportingCanadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . 346
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
How to Wear Seat Belts
Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131
Replacing after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
Use During Pregnancy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79