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Vehicle Care 409
Caution (Continued)
tire dressing, always wipe off any
overspray from all painted surfaces on
the vehicle.
Wheels and Wheel Trim
Use a soft, clean cloth with mild soap and
water to clean the wheels. After rinsing
thoroughly with clean water, dry with a
soft, clean towel. Once dry, wax as desired.
Caution
Chrome wheels and chrome wheel trim
may be damaged if the vehicle is not
washed after driving on roads that have
been sprayed with magnesium chloride or
calcium chloride. These are used on roads
for conditions such as dust and ice.
Always wash the chrome with soap and
water after exposure.
Caution
To avoid surface damage on wheels and
wheel trim, do not use strong soaps,
chemicals, abrasive polishes, cleaners,
or brushes. Use only GM approved
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Caution (Continued)
cleaners. Do not drive the vehicle through
an automatic car wash that uses silicon
carbide tire/wheel cleaning brushes.
Damage could occur and the repairs
would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Brake System
Visually inspect brake lines and hoses for
proper hook-up, binding, leaks, cracks,
chafing, etc. Inspect disc brake pads for wear
and rotors for surface condition. Inspect
drum brake linings/shoes for wear or cracks.
Inspect all other brake parts.
Steering, Suspension, and Chassis
Components
Visually inspect steering, suspension, and
chassis components for damaged, loose,
or missing parts or signs of wear at least
once a year.
Inspect power steering for proper
attachment, connections, binding, cut/
punctured tie rod boots that could allow
water intrusion, cracks, chafing, etc.
Visually check constant velocity joint boots
and axle seals for leaks.Control arm ball joints and outer tie rod
ends are maintenance-free.
Body Component Lubrication
Lubricate all key lock cylinders, hood hinges,
liftgate hinges, steel fuel door hinge and
power assist step hinges, unless the
components are plastic. Applying silicone
grease on weatherstrips with a clean cloth
will make them last longer, seal better, and
eliminate sticking or squeaking
Underbody Maintenance
Caution
Avoid pressure washing the vehicle frame.
Use of high-pressure washers can result
in removal of corrosion protection and
possible vehicle damage.
At least twice a year, spring and fall, use
plain water to flush any corrosive materials
from the underbody. Take care to
thoroughly clean any areas where mud and
other debris can collect. If equipped with
power assist steps, extend them and then
use a high pressure wash to clean all joints
and gaps.

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Vehicle Care 411
Caution (Continued)
transfer to the wipe or change the
appearance of the interior surface
when used.
.Do not use scented or gel-type hand
sanitizers. If hand sanitizer comes in
contact with interior surfaces of the
vehicle, blot immediately and clean
with a soft cloth dampened with a
mild soap and water solution.
Interior Glass
To clean, use a microfiber cloth fabric
dampened with water. Wipe droplets left
behind with a clean dry cloth. If necessary,
use a commercial glass cleaner after
cleaning with plain water.
Caution
To prevent scratching, never use abrasive
cleaners on automotive glass. Abrasive
cleaners or aggressive cleaning may
damage the rear window defogger.
Cleaning the windshield with water during
the first three to six months of ownership
will reduce tendency to fog.
Speaker Covers
Vacuum around a speaker cover gently, so
that the speaker will not be damaged. Clean
spots with water and mild soap.
Coated Moldings
Coated moldings should be cleaned.
.When lightly soiled, wipe with a sponge
or soft, lint-free cloth dampened with
water.
.When heavily soiled, use warm soapy
water.
Vinyl/Rubber
If equipped with vinyl floor and rubber floor
mats, use a soft cloth and/or brush
dampened with water to remove dust and
loose dirt. For more thorough cleaning, use
a mild soap and water solution.
{Warning
Do not use cleaners that contain silicone,
wax-based products, or cleaners that
increase gloss on vinyl/rubber floor and
mats. These cleaners can permanently
change the appearance and feel of the
vinyl/rubber and can make the floor (Continued)
Warning (Continued)
slippery. Your foot could slip while
operating the vehicle, and you could lose
control, resulting in a crash. You or
others could be injured.
Fabric/Carpet/Suede
Start by vacuuming the surface using a soft
brush attachment. If a rotating vacuum
brush attachment is being used, only use it
on the floor carpet. Before cleaning, gently
remove as much of the soil as possible:
.Gently blot liquids with a paper towel.
Continue blotting until no more soil can
be removed.
.For solid soils, remove as much as
possible prior to vacuuming.
To clean: 1. Saturate a clean, lint-free colorfast cloth with water. Microfiber cloth is
recommended to prevent lint transfer to
the fabric or carpet.
2. Remove excess moisture by gently wringing until water does not drip from
the cleaning cloth.

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3. Start on the outside edge of the soil andgently rub toward the center. Fold the
cleaning cloth to a clean area frequently
to prevent forcing the soil into the
fabric.
4. Continue gently rubbing the soiled area until there is no longer any color
transfer from the soil to the cleaning
cloth.
5. If the soil is not completely removed, use a mild soap solution followed only
by plain water.
If the soil is not completely removed, it may
be necessary to use a commercial upholstery
cleaner or spot lifter. Test a small hidden
area for colorfastness before using a
commercial upholstery cleaner or spot lifter.
If ring formation occurs, clean the entire
fabric or carpet.
After cleaning, use a paper towel to blot
excess moisture.
Cleaning High Gloss Surfaces and Vehicle
Information and Radio Displays
Use a microfiber cloth on high gloss surfaces
or vehicle displays. First, use a soft bristle
brush to remove dirt that can scratch the
surface. Then gently clean by rubbing with a
microfiber cloth. Never use window cleaners or solvents. Periodically hand wash the
microfiber cloth separately, using mild soap.
Do not use bleach or fabric softener. Rinse
thoroughly and air dry before next use.
Caution
Do not attach a device with a suction cup
to the display. This may cause damage
and would not be covered by the vehicle
warranty.
Instrument Panel, Leather, Vinyl, Other
Plastic Surfaces, Low Gloss Paint
Surfaces, and Natural Open Pore Wood
Surfaces
Use a soft bristle brush to remove dust from
knobs and crevices on the instrument
cluster. Use a soft microfiber cloth
dampened with water to remove dust and
loose dirt. For a more thorough cleaning,
use a soft microfiber cloth dampened with a
mild soap and water solution.
Caution
Soaking or saturating leather, especially
perforated leather, as well as other
interior surfaces, may cause permanent
damage. Wipe excess moisture from
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Caution (Continued)
these surfaces after cleaning and allow
them to dry naturally. Never use heat,
steam, or spot removers. Do not use
liquids that contain alcohol or solvents on
leather seats. Do not use cleaners that
contain silicone or wax-based products.
Cleaners containing these solvents can
permanently change the appearance and
feel of leather or soft trim, and are not
recommended.
Do not use cleaners that increase gloss,
especially on the instrument panel. Reflected
glare can decrease visibility through the
windshield under certain conditions.
Caution
Use of air fresheners may cause
permanent damage to plastics and
painted surfaces. If an air freshener
comes in contact with any plastic or
painted surface in the vehicle, blot
immediately and clean with a soft cloth
dampened with a mild soap solution.
Damage caused by air fresheners would
not be covered by the vehicle warranty.

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Service and Maintenance 415
Because of the way people use vehicles,
maintenance needs vary. There may need to
be more frequent checks and services. The
Additional Required Services - Normal are for
vehicles that:
.Carry passengers and cargo within
recommended limits on the Tire and
Loading Information label. SeeVehicle
Load Limits 0215.
.Are driven on reasonable road surfaces
within legal driving limits.
.Use the recommended fuel. See
Recommended Fuel 0302.
Refer to the information in the Maintenance
Schedule Additional Required Services -
Normal Service.
The Additional Required Services - Severe are
for vehicles that are:
.Mainly driven in heavy city traffic in hot
weather.
.Mainly driven in hilly or mountainous
terrain.
.Frequently towing a trailer.
.Used for high speed or competitive
driving.
.Used for taxi, police, or delivery service. Refer to the information in the Maintenance
Schedule Additional Required Services -
Severe Service.
{Warning
Performing maintenance work can be
dangerous and can cause serious injury.
Perform maintenance work only if the
required information, proper tools, and
equipment are available. If they are not,
see your dealer to have a trained
technician do the work. See
Doing Your
Own Service Work 0336.
Maintenance Schedule
Tire Rotation and Required Services
Every 12 000 km (7,500 mi)
Tires are rotated to achieve a more uniform
wear for all tires. The first rotation is the
most important.
Anytime unusual wear is noticed, rotate the
tires as soon as possible, check for proper
tire inflation pressure, and check for
damaged tires or wheels. If the unusual
wear continues after the rotation, check the wheel alignment. See
When It Is Time for
New Tires 0382 and
Wheel Replacement 0385.
.Perform Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection.
See Multi-Point Vehicle Inspection (MPVI)
0 417.
.Lubricate body components. See Exterior
Care 0406.
Extended Idle Use
When the vehicle is used in a way that
requires extended idle time, one hour of use
shall be deemed the same as 53 km (33 mi).
See Driver Information Center (DIC) 0124 for
hourmeter.
Additional Required Services —Normal
Service
Every 12 000 km (7,500 mi)
.Check engine oil level and oil
life percentage. If needed, change engine
oil and filter, and reset oil life system. Or
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

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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. SeeEngine Oil Life System
0 344.
.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. See Engine Air Filter Life
System 0345.
Every 36 000 km (22,500 mi)
.Replace passenger compartment air filter.
Or every 24 months, 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 airflow, window fogging, or odors. Your GM
dealer can help determine when to
replace the filter.
Every 96 000 km (60,000 mi)
.Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug
wires and/or boots. 6.2L LT4 Supercharged
Engine.
Every 156 000 km (97,500 mi)
.Replace spark plugs. Inspect spark plug
wires and/or boots. 6.2L L87 Engine.
.Change transfer case fluid, if equipped
with 4WD. 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.
Every 161 000 km (100,000 mi)
.Replace hood and/or body lift support gas
struts. Or every 10 years, whichever
comes first. See Gas Strut(s)0358.
Every 240 000 km (150,000 mi)
.Drain and fill engine cooling system. Or
every six years, whichever comes first.
See Cooling System 0347.
Severe Conditions Requiring More
Frequent Maintenance*
.Public service, military, or commercial use
vehicles to include the following:
‐ Ambulances, police cars, and
emergency rescue vehicles.
‐ Civilian vehicles such as light duty
pick-up trucks, SUVs, and passenger
cars that are used in military
applications.
‐ Recovery vehicles such as tow trucks
and flatbed single vehicle carriers or
any vehicle that is consistently used in
towing trailers or other loads.
‐ High use commercial vehicles such as
courier delivery vehicles, private
security patrol vehicles, or any vehicles
that operate on a 24–hour basis.
‐ Any vehicle consistently operated in a
high sand or dust environment such as
those used on oil pipelines and similar
applications.
.Vehicles that are regularly used for short
trips of 6 km (4 mi) or less.
The oil life indicator will show you when
to change the oil and filter. Under severe
conditions the indicator may come on
before 12 000 km (7,500 mi).

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Cadillac Owner Privileges™
.Emergency Fuel Delivery:Delivery of
enough fuel for the vehicle to get to the
nearest service station.
.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 Assistance
(U.S. Only)
Cadillac's exceptional Roadside Assistance 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
Assistance
.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 Assistance:
Pre-authorization, original detailed
receipts, and a copy of the repair orders
are required. Once authorization has been
received, the Roadside Assistance 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.

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When purchasing insurance, we recommend
that you ensure that the vehicle will be
repaired with GM original equipment
collision parts. If such insurance coverage is
not available from your current insurance
carrier, consider switching to another
insurance carrier.
If the vehicle is leased, the leasing company
may require you to have insurance that
ensures repairs with Genuine GM Original
Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) parts or
Genuine Manufacturer replacement parts.
Read the lease carefully, as you may be
charged at the end of the lease for poor
quality repairs.
If a Crash Occurs
If there has been an injury, call emergency
services for help. Do not leave the scene of
a crash until all matters have been taken
care of. Move the vehicle only if its position
puts you in danger, or you are instructed to
move it by a police officer.
Give only the necessary information to
police and other parties involved in the
crash.
For emergency towing, seeRoadside
Assistance Program 0430. Gather the following information:
.Driver name, address, and telephone
number
.Driver license number
.Owner name, address, and telephone
number
.Vehicle license plate number
.Vehicle make, model, and model year
.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
.Insurance company and policy number
.General description of the damage to the
other vehicle
Choose a reputable repair facility that uses
quality replacement parts. See “Collision
Parts” earlier in this section.
If the airbag has inflated, see What Will You
See after an Airbag Inflates? 068.
Managing the Vehicle Damage Repair
Process
In the event that the vehicle requires
damage repairs, GM recommends that you
take an active role in its repair. If you have
a pre-determined repair facility of choice,
take the vehicle there, or have it towed
there. Specify to the facility that any
required replacement collision parts be
original equipment parts, either new Genuine GM parts or recycled original GM
parts. Remember, recycled parts will not be
covered by the GM vehicle warranty.
Insurance pays the bill for the repair, but
you must live with the repair. Depending on
your policy limits, your insurance company
may initially value the repair using
aftermarket parts. Discuss this with the
repair professional, and insist on Genuine
GM parts. Remember, if the vehicle is
leased, you may be obligated to have the
vehicle repaired with Genuine GM parts,
even if your insurance coverage does not
pay the full cost.
If another party's insurance company is
paying for the repairs, you are not obligated
to accept a repair valuation based on that
insurance company's collision policy repair
limits, as you have no contractual limits
with that company. In such cases, you can
have control of the repair and parts choices
as long as the cost stays within reasonable
limits.

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Drive SystemsFour-Wheel Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 355
Driver Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 272
Information Center (DIC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124
Mode Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 240
Mode Control Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120
Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187
Driving Assistance Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 287
Better Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Characteristics and Towing Tips . . . . . . . . 305
Defensive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Distracted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 206
Hill and Mountain Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
If the Vehicle is Stuck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Impaired . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 207
Loss of Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Off-Road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
Off-Road Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 208
Vehicle Load Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
Wet Roads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 212
Winter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 214
Dual Automatic Climate Control System . . . . 197
Dynamic Fuel Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224E
Electric Brake Boost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
Parking Brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
Parking Brake Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Electrical Equipment, Add-On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 334
System Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 359
Electrical System Engine Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . 361
Fuses and Circuit Breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . 360
Instrument Panel Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . . . 365
Rear Compartment Fuse Block . . . . . . . . . 367
Emergency
OnStar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Air Filter Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
Check Light (Malfunction Indicator) . . . . . 114
Compartment Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
Coolant Temperature Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Coolant Temperature Warning Light . . . . 119
Cooling System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 426
Exhaust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Oil Life System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
Oil Pressure Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Engine (cont'd)
Oil Pressure Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122
Overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 350
Power Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130
Running While Parked . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
Entry Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142
Equipment, Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
Event Data Recorders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 437
Exit Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142
Extended Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
Extender, Seat Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Exterior
Lamp Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134
Lamps Off Reminder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 136
Lighting Battery Saver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 143
F
FanEngine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 351
Filter Engine Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 346
Flash-to-Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
Flashers, Hazard Warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
Flat Tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 386 Changing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 387
Floor Mats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .413