Cadillac XT6 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-12984300) -
2020 - CRC - 3/19/19
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 337
Footnotes—Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services -
Normal
(1) 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.
(2) Visually check all fuel and vapor
lines and hoses for proper attachment,
connection, routing, and condition.
(3) Or every four years, whichever
comes first. If driving in dusty
conditions, inspect the filter at each
oil change or more often as needed.
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0268. (4)
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.
(5) Or every five years, whichever
comes first. See Cooling System0269.
(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 0275.
(8) Or every 12 months, whichever
comes first. See Wiper Blade
Replacement 0277.
(9) Or every 10 years, whichever
comes first. See Gas Strut(s)0279.
(10) Replace air conditioning
desiccant every seven years.
Cadillac XT6 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-12984300) -
2020 - CRC - 3/19/19
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 339
Footnotes—Maintenance Schedule
Additional Required Services -
Severe
(1) 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.
(2) Visually check all fuel and vapor
lines and hoses for proper attachment,
connection, routing, and condition.
(3) Or every four years, whichever
comes first. If driving in dusty
conditions, inspect the filter at each
oil change or more often as needed.
See Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 0268.
(4) 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.
(5)
Or every five years, whichever
comes first. See Cooling System0269.
(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 0275.
(8) Or every 12 months, whichever
comes first. See Wiper Blade
Replacement 0277.
(9) Or every 10 years, whichever
comes first. See Gas Strut(s)0279.
(10) Replace air conditioning
desiccant every seven years.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
0 324.
Cadillac XT6 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-12984300) -
2020 - CRC - 3/19/19
372 CONNECTED SERVICES
After initial set-up, your vehicle’s
Wi-Fi hotspot will connect
automatically to your mobile devices.
Manage data usage by turning Wi-Fi
on or off on your mobile device, by
using the myCadillac mobile app,
or by contacting an OnStar Advisor.
On some vehicles, Wi-Fi can also be
managed from the Wi-Fi
Hotspot menu.
MyCadillac Mobile App (If Available)
Download the myCadillac mobile app
to compatible Apple and Android
smartphones. Cadillac users can
access the following services from a
smartphone:
.Remotely start/stop the vehicle,
if factory-equipped.
. Lock/unlock doors, if equipped
with automatic locks.
. Activate the horn and lamps.
. Check the vehicle’s fuel level, oil
life, or tire pressure,
if factory-equipped with the Tire
Pressure Monitor System.
. Send destinations to the vehicle. .
Locate the vehicle on a map
(U.S. market only).
. Turn the vehicle's Wi-Fi hotspot
on/off, manage settings, and
monitor data consumption,
if equipped.
. Locate a dealer and schedule
service.
. Request roadside assistance.
. Set a parking reminder with pin
drop, take a photo, make a note,
and set a timer.
. Connect with Cadillac on social
media.
Features are subject to change. For
myCadillac mobile app information
and compatibility, see my.cadillac.com.
An active OnStar or connected service
plan may be required. A compatible
device, factory-installed remote start,
and power locks are required. Data
rates apply. See www.onstar.com for
details and system limitations.Remote Services
Contact an OnStar Advisor to unlock
the doors or sound the horn and flash
the lamps.
Marketplace
OnStar Advisors can provide offers
from restaurants and retailers on your
route, help locate hotels, or book a
room. These services vary by market.
Diagnostics
By monitoring and reporting on the
vehicle’s key systems, OnStar
Advanced Diagnostics, if equipped,
provides a way to keep up on
maintenance. Capabilities vary by
model. See www.onstar.com for details
and system limitations. Features are
subject to change. For updates on
feature capabilities, see
my.cadillac.com. Message and data
rates may apply.
Cadillac XT6 Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S./Canada-12984300) -
2020 - CRC - 3/19/19
376 INDEX
E
Electric Brake Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 197
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 198
Electric Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . 122
Electrical Equipment, Add-On . . . . . 256
Electrical SystemEngine Compartment FuseBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . 281
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . 285
Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 281
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Emergency
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 364
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Check Light (MalfunctionIndicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . 263
Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . 117
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 269
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 184
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272 Engine (cont'd)
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . 190
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 181
Engine Air Filter Life System . . . . . . 267
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 252
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 361
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189
Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Exterior Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . 147
Exterior Lighting Battery Saver . . . . 151
F
Filter, Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 268
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . 148
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 310
Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
Fluid Automatic Transmission . . . . . . . . . 267
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Washer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 273
Folding Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Forward Collision Alert (FCA)
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
Frequency Statement Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Front Pedestrian Braking (FPB) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Front Seats
Heated and Ventilated . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Economy, Driving for Better . . . . . 165
Filling a Portable FuelContainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 244
Filling the Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Foreign Countries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 242
Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . 127
Management, Active . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 188
Prohibited Fuels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Recommended . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Top Tier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Fuses Engine Compartment FuseBlock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 282
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . 281
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . 285
Rear Compartment Fuse
Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
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378 INDEX
Lamps (cont'd)Exterior Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
Exterior Lamps Off Reminder . . . . 147
Exterior Lighting Battery
Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
On Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Lane Change Alert (LCA) . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Lane Keep Assist (LKA) . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Lane Keep Assist Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
LATCH System Replacing Parts after a Crash . . . . . . 90
LATCH, Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
LED Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Lighting
Entry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Illumination Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 280
Lights Airbag Readiness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Lights (cont'd)
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123
Brake System Warning . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Charging System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Check Engine (Malfunction
Indicator) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Door Ajar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128
Driver Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Electric Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Engine Oil Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
High-Beam On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
High/Low Beam Changer . . . . . . . . . 147
Lane Keep Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Low Fuel Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Seat Belt Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Service Electric Parking Brake . . . 123
StabiliTrak OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Tire Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126
Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Traction Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125
Lock Steering Column . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Locks
Automatic Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Delayed Locking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Lockout Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Power Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
Low Fuel Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . 127
Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH System) . . . . . . . . . 82
Lumbar Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
M
MaintenanceRecords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Maintenance and Care Additional . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . 333 Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
Malfunction Indicator Lamp . . . . . . . 120
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 195
Memory Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Messages Engine Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134