2022 CADILLAC XT5 tires

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE 381
Engine Air Filter Change
When the REPLACE AT NEXT OIL
CHANGE message displays, the engine
air filter should be replaced at the
next engine oil change. When the
REPLACE ENGINE AIR FILTER SOON
message displays, the engine air filter
should be replaced at the earliest
convenience. Reset the engine air
filter life system after the engine air
filter is replaced. SeeEngine Air Filter
Life System 0306.
Air Conditioning Desiccant
(Replace Every Seven Years)
The air conditioning system requires
maintenance every seven years. This
service requires replacement of the
desiccant to help the longevity and
efficient operation of the air
conditioning system. This service can
be complex. See your dealer.
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 Rotation0344.
.Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed, change
engine oil and filter, and reset oil
life system. See Engine Oil0303 and
Engine Oil Life System 0305.
.Check the air filter life percentage.
If necessary, replace the engine air
filter and reset the engine air filter
life system. See Engine Air Filter Life
System 0306.
.Check engine coolant level. See
Cooling System 0308.
.Check windshield washer fluid level.
See Washer Fluid 0313.
.Check tire inflation pressures. See
Tire Pressure 0337.
.Inspect tire wear. See Tire Inspection
0 343.
.Visually check for fluid leaks.
.Inspect brake system. See Exterior
Care 0370.
.Visually inspect steering,
suspension, and chassis
components for damage, including
cracks or tears in the rubber boots,
loose or missing parts, or signs of
wear at least once a year. See
Exterior Care 0370.
.Inspect power steering for proper
electrical connections, binding,
cracks, chafing, etc.
.Visually inspect halfshafts and
driveshafts for excessive wear,
lubricant leaks, and/or damage
including: tube dents or cracks,
constant velocity joint or universal
joint looseness, cracked or missing
boots, loose or missing boot clamps,
center bearing excessive looseness,
loose or missing fasteners, and axle
seal leaks.
.Check restraint system components.
See Safety System Check 057.

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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 and perform Required Services. Check
engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change
engine oil and filter, if needed.
Check engine air filter life percentage and status.
Change engine air filter, if needed.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1)@ @@@@@
Replace spark plugs, if equipped with 2.0L turbo
engine. Inspect spark plug wires and/or boots.@ @
Replace spark plugs, if equipped with 3.6L engine.
Inspect spark plug wires and/or boots.@
Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with AWD. (2)@
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (3)@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (4)@
Replace brake fluid. (5)
Replace front and rear wiper blades. (6)
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts. (7)@ @
Replace air conditioning desiccant. (8)

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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 and perform Required Services. Check
engine oil level and oil life percentage. Change
engine oil and filter, if needed.
Check engine air filter life percentage and status.
Change engine air filter, if needed.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace passenger compartment air filter. (1)@ @@@@@
Change automatic transmission fluid.@ @@
Replace spark plugs, if equipped with 2.0L turbo
engine. Inspect spark plug wires and/or boots.@ @
Replace spark plugs, if equipped with 3.6L engine.
Inspect spark plug wires and/or boots.@
Change rear axle fluid, if equipped with AWD. (2)@ @
Drain and fill engine cooling system. (3)@
Visually inspect accessory drive belts. (4)@
Replace brake fluid. (5)
Replace front and rear wiper blades. (6)
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ @
Replace hood and/or body lift support gas struts. (7)@@
Replace air conditioning desiccant. (8)

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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 0374 and
Exterior Care 0370.
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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402 CUSTOMER INFORMATION
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.
.Trip Interruption Benefits and
Service: Pre-authorization, original
detailed receipts, and a copy of the
repair orders are required. Once
authorization has been received, the
Roadside Service advisor will help
you make arrangements and explain
how to receive payment. Items
considered are hotel, meals, and rental car or a vehicle being
delivered back to the customer, up
to 800 km.
.Alternative Service:
If assistance
cannot be provided right away, the
Roadside Service advisor may give
you permission to get local
emergency road service. You will
receive payment, up to $100, after
sending the original receipt to
Roadside Service. Mechanical
failures may be covered, however
any cost for parts and labor for
repairs not covered by the warranty
are the owner responsibility.
Scheduling Service
Appointments
When the vehicle requires warranty
service, contact your dealer and
request an appointment. By
scheduling a service appointment and
advising the service consultant of
your transportation needs, your dealer
can help minimize your
inconvenience.
If the vehicle cannot be scheduled
into the service department
immediately, keep driving it until it

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INDEX 419
IndexA
Accessories and Modifications . . . . . 297
Accessory Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Active Fuel Management . . . . . . . . . . . 231
Adaptive Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 246
Add-On Electrical Equipment . . . . . . 294
Additional InformationOnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 412
Additional Maintenance and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386
Adjustments Lumbar, Front Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Agreements Trademarks and License . . . . . . . . . 192
Air Cleaner/Filter, Engine . . . . . . . . . . 307
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201, 206
Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306
Air Filter, Passenger
Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Air Vents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Airbag System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
How Does an Airbag Restrain? . . . . 62
Passenger Sensing System . . . . . . . . 63
What Makes an AirbagInflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Airbag System (cont'd)
What Will You See after an
Airbag Inflates? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
When Should an Airbag Inflate? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Where Are the Airbags? . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Airbags
Adding Equipment to theVehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Passenger Status Indicator . . . . . . . 109
Readiness Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Servicing Airbag-Equipped Vehicles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Alarm Vehicle Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Alert Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 275
Rear Cross Traffic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 266
Rear Pedestrian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Side Blind Zone (SBZA) . . . . . . . . . . 275
All-Season Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 331
All-Wheel Drive System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
All-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 316 Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147

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420 INDEX
AntennaMulti-band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Antilock Brake System (ABS) . . . . . . 239 Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Appearance Care Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 370
Interior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 374
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 179
Armrest Rear Seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Armrest Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Assistance Systems for Driving . . . . 267
Assistance Systems for Parking and Backing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Audio
Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Auto Stop Stop/Start System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
Automatic Dimming Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Door Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Emergency Braking (AEB) . . . . . . . . 269
Headlamp System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Parking Assist (APA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 262
Transmission . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
Transmission Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 306 Automatic Transmission
Manual Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
Avoiding Untrusted Media Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 152
B
BatteryExterior Lighting BatterySaver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Power Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
Battery - North America . . . . . .316, 364
Blade Replacement, Wiper . . . . . . . . . 317
Bluetooth Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174, 175
Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155
Brake Electric Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
Parking, Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
System Warning Light . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Brakes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 314 Antilock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Assist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 241
Fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 315
Braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 211 Automatic Emergency (AEB) . . . . . 269
Reverse Automatic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 264
Braking System Front Pedestrian (FPB) . . . . . . . . . . . 271 Break-In, New Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Bulb Replacement
Headlamp Aiming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Headlamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 319
Buying New Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346C
Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
California Perchlorate MaterialsRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
California Proposition
65 Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .316, 364, Back Cover
Camera Rear Vision (RVC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
Canadian Vehicle Owners . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Capacities and Specifications . . . . . . 394
Carbon Monoxide
Engine Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
Liftgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 219
Cargo Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Management System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Caution, Danger, and Warning . . . . . . . . 2
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

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R
RadioHD Radio Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
Radio Data System (RDS) . . . . . . . . . . 150
Radio Frequency Statement . . . . . . . . 406
Radio Reception . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151
Radios AM-FM Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
Satellite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Reading Lamps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Rear Camera Mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Rear Climate Control System . . . . . . 206
Rear Cross Traffic Alert System . . . 266
Rear Pedestrian Alert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 265
Rear Seat Armrest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Rear Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Heated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Rear Vision Camera (RVC) . . . . . . . . . 257
Rear Window Washer/Wiper . . . . . . . . 99
Rearview Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Automatic Dimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Reclining Seatbacks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Recognition Voice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
Recommended Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 279, 280 Recommended Fluids and
Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 389
Records Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 392
Recreational Vehicle Towing . . . . . . . 368
Reimbursement Program, GM Mobility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400
Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Remote Vehicle Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Replacement Parts Airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 390
Replacing Airbag System . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Replacing LATCH System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
Replacing Seat Belt System Parts after a Crash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Reporting Safety Defects Canadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
Restraints Where to Put . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Retained Accessory
Power (RAP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
Reverse Automatic Braking . . . . . . . . 264
Reverse Tilt Mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Roads
Driving, Wet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 217
Roadside Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401
Roof Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Roof Rack System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Rotation, Tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Routing, Engine Drive Belt . . . . . . . . . 396
Running the Vehicle While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
S
Safety Defects ReportingCanadian Government . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
General Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
U.S. Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 407
Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Safety System Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Satellite Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150
Scheduling Appointments . . . . . . . . . . 402
Sealant Kit, Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 352
Seat Belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Extender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
How to Wear Seat BeltsProperly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Lap-Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108