maintenance CADILLAC DTS 2010 1.G Owner's Manual

To remove and replace the wiper blade element:
1. The wiper blade element has two notches at oneend which are engaged by the bottom claw set ofthe wiper blade. At the notched end of the wiperblade, pull the wiper blade element from the wiperblade assembly.
2. Replace the element by starting at the heel end ofthe wiper blade, which is the end nearest to thebase of the wiper arm, and slide the wiperblade element, notched end last, into the wiperblade claw sets.
3. Engage the last claw into the notched end of thewiper blade element by squeezing the wiper bladeelement at the notched area, and push the wiperblade element so the claw fits into the notch.
4. Be sure the two wiper blade element notches areengaged by the last claw set and all the otherclaws are properly engaged in the slots of the wiperblade element on both sides.
A. Correct Installation
B. Incorrect Installation
For the proper type and size windshield wiper blades,seeMaintenance Replacement Parts on page 7-10.
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If your vehicle has P235/55R17 or P245/50R18 sizetires, and you will be driving at speeds of 100 mph(160 km/h) or higher, where it is legal, set the coldinflation pressure to the maximum inflation pressureshown on the tire sidewall, or 38 psi (265 kPa),whichever is lower. See the example following.
Example:
You will find the maximum load and inflation pressuremolded on the tire’s sidewall, in small letters, nearthe rim flange. It will read something like this: Maximumload 690 kg (1521 lbs) 300 kPa (44 psi) Max. Press.
For this example, you would set the inflation pressure forhigh-speed driving at 38 psi (265 kPa).
When you end this high-speed driving, return the tires tothe cold inflation pressure shown on the Tire andLoading Information label. SeeLoading the Vehicle onpage 5-18.
Tire Pressure Monitor System
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) uses radioand sensor technology to check tire pressure levels. TheTPMS sensors monitor the air pressure in yourvehicle’s tires and transmit tire pressure readings to areceiver located in the vehicle.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should bechecked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflationpressure recommended by the vehicle manufactureron the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label.(If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the sizeindicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflationpressure label, you should determine the proper tireinflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has beenequipped with a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when oneor more of your tires is significantly under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pressure telltaleilluminates, you should stop and check your tires assoon as possible, and inflate them to the properpressure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated tirecauses the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure.Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tiretread life, and may affect the vehicle’s handlingand stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for propertire maintenance, and it is the driver’s responsibility tomaintain correct tire pressure, even if under-inflation hasnot reached the level to trigger illumination of theTPMS low tire pressure telltale.
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At the same time a message to check the pressure in aspecific tire appears on the Driver Information Center(DIC) display. The low tire pressure warning lightand the DIC warning message come on at each ignitioncycle until the tires are inflated to the correct inflationpressure. Using the DIC, tire pressure levels canbe viewed by the driver. For additional information anddetails about the DIC operation and displays seeDIC Operation and Displays on page 4-62andDICWarnings and Messages on page 4-67.
The low tire pressure warning light may come on in coolweather when the vehicle is first started, and thenturn off as you start to drive. This could be an earlyindicator that the air pressure in the tire(s) are gettinglow and need to be inflated to the proper pressure.
A Tire and Loading Information label, attached to yourvehicle, shows the size of your vehicle’s originalequipment tires and the correct inflation pressure foryour vehicle’s tires when they are cold. SeeLoading theVehicle on page 5-18, for an example of the Tire andLoading Information label and its location on yourvehicle. Also seeInflation - Tire Pressure on page 6-54.
Your vehicle’s TPMS can warn you about a low tirepressure condition but it does not replace normaltire maintenance. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation onpage 6-62andTires on page 6-46.
Notice:Using non-approved tire sealants coulddamage the Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS)sensors. TPMS sensor damage caused by usingan incorrect tire sealant is not covered by thevehicle warranty. Always use the GM approved tiresealant available through your dealer/retailer.
Factory-installed Tire Inflator Kits use a GM approvedliquid tire sealant. Using non-approved tire sealantscould damage the TPMS sensors. SeeTire Sealant andCompressor Kit on page 6-71for information regardingthe inflator kit materials and instructions.
TPMS Malfunction Light and Message
The TPMS will not function properly if one or more of theTPMS sensors are missing or inoperable. When thesystem detects a malfunction, the low tire warning lightflashes for about one minute and then stays on forthe remainder of the ignition cycle. A DIC warningmessage is also displayed. The low tire warning lightand DIC warning message come on at each ignitioncycle until the problem is corrected. Some of theconditions that can cause the malfunction light and DICmessage to come on are:
•One of the road tires has been replaced with the
spare tire. The spare tire does not have a TPMSsensor. The TPMS malfunction light and DICmessage should go off once you re-install the roadtire containing the TPMS sensor.
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Tire Inspection and Rotation
We recommend that you regularly inspect yourvehicle’s tires, including the spare tire, for signs ofwear or damage. SeeWhen It Is Time for NewTires on page 6-64for more information.
Tires should be rotated every 5,000 to 8,000 miles(8 000 to 13 000 km). SeeScheduled Maintenanceon page 7-3.
The purpose of a regular tire rotation is to achievea uniform wear for all tires on the vehicle. Thiswill ensure that your vehicle continues to performmost like it did when the tires were new.
Any time you notice unusual wear, rotate yourtires as soon as possible and check wheelalignment. Also check for damaged tires or wheels.SeeWhen It Is Time for New Tires on page 6-64andWheel Replacement on page 6-68formore information.
If your vehicle has a compact spare tire, it shouldnot be included in the tire rotation process.Use the four-tire rotation pattern shown.
Four-Tire Rotation Pattern
Five-Tire Rotation Pattern
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When It Is Time for New Tires
Various factors, such as maintenance, temperatures,driving speeds, vehicle loading, and road conditionsinfluence when you need new tires.
One way to tell when it istime for new tires is tocheck the treadwearindicators, which willappear when your tireshave only 1/16 inch(1.6 mm) or less of treadremaining.
You need new tires if any of the following statementsare true:
•You can see the indicators at three or more places
around the tire.
•You can see cord or fabric showing through the
tire’s rubber.
•The tread or sidewall is cracked, cut, or snagged
deep enough to show cord or fabric.
•The tire has a bump, bulge, or split.
•The tire has a puncture, cut, or other damage that
cannot be repaired well because of the size orlocation of the damage.
The rubber in tires degrades over time, even if they arenot being used. This is also true for the spare tire, ifyour vehicle has one. Multiple conditions affect how fastthis aging takes place, including temperatures, loadingconditions, and inflation pressure maintenance. Withproper care and maintenance tires will typically wear outbefore they degrade due to age. If you are unsureabout the need to replace your tires as they get older,consult the tire manufacturer for more information.
Buying New Tires
GM has developed and matched specific tires for yourvehicle. The original equipment tires installed onyour vehicle, when it was new, were designed to meetGeneral Motors Tire Performance Criteria Specification(TPC Spec) system rating. If you need replacementtires, GM strongly recommends that you get tires withthe same TPC Spec rating. This way, your vehiclewill continue to have tires that are designed to give thesame performance and vehicle safety, during normaluse, as the original tires.
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{WARNING:
Lifting a vehicle and getting under it to do
maintenance or repairs is dangerous without the
appropriate safety equipment and training. If a jack
is provided with the vehicle, it is designed only for
changing a flat tire. If it is used for anything else,
you or others could be badly injured or killed if the
vehicle slips off the jack. If a jack is provided with
the vehicle, only use it for changing a flat tire.
This vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or atire sealant and compressor kit. To use the jack andspare tire, follow the instructions below. To use the tiresealant and compressor kit, seeTire Sealant andCompressor Kit on page 6-71.
Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit
{WARNING:
Idling a vehicle in an enclosed area with poor
ventilation is dangerous. Engine exhaust may
enter the vehicle. Engine exhaust contains Carbon
Monoxide (CO) which cannot be seen or smelled.
It can cause unconsciousness and even death.
Never run the engine in an enclosed area that has
no fresh air ventilation. For more information, see
Engine Exhaust on page 3-34.
{WARNING:
Over-inflating a tire could cause the tire to rupture
and you or others could be injured. Be sure to
read and follow the tire sealant and compressor kit
instructions and inflate the tire to its recommended
pressure. Do not exceed the recommended
pressure.
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Notice:Driving the vehicle through an automaticcar wash that has silicone carbide tire cleaningbrushes, could damage the aluminum orchrome-plated wheels. The repairs would not becovered by the vehicle warranty. Never drivea vehicle that has aluminum or chrome-platedwheels through an automatic car wash that usessilicone carbide tire cleaning brushes.
Tires
To clean the tires, use a stiff brush with tire cleaner.
Notice:Using petroleum-based tire dressingproducts on the vehicle may damage the paint finishand/or tires. When applying a tire dressing, alwayswipe off any overspray from all painted surfaceson the vehicle.
Sheet Metal Damage
If the vehicle is damaged and requires sheet metalrepair or replacement, make sure the body repair shopapplies anti-corrosion material to parts repaired orreplaced to restore corrosion protection.
Original manufacturer replacement parts will provide thecorrosion protection while maintaining the vehiclewarranty.
Finish Damage
Any stone chips, fractures or deep scratches in thefinish should be repaired right away. Bare metalwill corrode quickly and may develop into major repairexpense.
Minor chips and scratches can be repaired with touch-upmaterials available from your dealer/retailer. Largerareas of finish damage can be corrected in yourdealer’s/retailer’s body and paint shop.
Underbody Maintenance
Chemicals used for ice and snow removal and dustcontrol can collect on the underbody. If these are notremoved, corrosion and rust can develop on theunderbody parts such as fuel lines, frame, floor pan,and exhaust system even though they have corrosionprotection.
At least every spring, flush these materials from theunderbody with plain water. Clean any areas where mudand debris can collect. Dirt packed in close areas ofthe frame should be loosened before being flushed.Your dealer/retailer or an underbody car washing systemcan do this.
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Maintenance Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-2Scheduled Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-3Owner Checks and Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-6
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-8Maintenance Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-10Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-11Maintenance Record . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-12
Section 7 Maintenance Schedule
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Maintenance Schedule
Introduction
Notice:Maintenance intervals, checks, inspections,recommended fluids, and lubricants are necessaryto keep this vehicle in good working condition.Damage caused by failure to follow scheduledmaintenance might not be covered by thevehicle warranty.
Proper vehicle maintenance helps to keep the vehicle ingood working condition, improves fuel economy, andreduces vehicle emissions for better air quality.
Because of all the different ways people use vehicles,maintenance needs vary. The vehicle might needmore frequent checks and services. Please read theinformation under Scheduled Maintenance. To keep thevehicle in good condition, see your dealer/retailer.
The maintenance schedule is for vehicles that:
•carry passengers and cargo within recommended
limits on the Tire and Loading Information label.SeeLoading the Vehicle on page 5-18.
•are driven on reasonable road surfaces within legal
driving limits.
•use the recommended fuel. SeeGasoline Octane
on page 6-5.
{WARNING:
Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be
dangerous. In trying to do some jobs, you can be
seriously injured. Do your own maintenance work
only if you have the required know-how and the
proper tools and equipment for the job. If you have
any doubt, see your dealer/retailer to have a
qualified technician do the work. SeeDoing Your
Own Service Work on page 6-4.
At your General Motors dealer/retailer, you can becertain that you will receive the highest level of serviceavailable. Your dealer /retailer has specially trainedservice technicians, uses genuine GM replacementparts, as well as, up to date tools and equipmentto ensure fast and accurate diagnostics.
The proper replacement parts, fluids, and lubricants touse are listed inRecommended Fluids and Lubricantson page 7-8andMaintenance Replacement Partson page 7-10. We recommend the use of genuine partsfrom your dealer/retailer.
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Rotation of New Tires
To maintain ride, handling, and performance of thevehicle, it is important that the first rotation service fornew tires be performed when they have 8 000 to13 000 km (5,000 to 8,000 miles). SeeTire Inspectionand Rotation on page 6-62.
Scheduled Maintenance
When the Change Engine Oil Soon
Message Displays
Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil onpage 6-13.An Emission Control Service.
When the Change Engine Oil Soon message displays,service is required for the vehicle as soon as possible,within the next 1 000 km/600 miles. If driving underthe best conditions, the engine oil life system might notindicate the need for vehicle service for more than ayear. The engine oil and filter must be changed at leastonce a year and the oil life system must be reset.Your dealer/retailer has trained service technicians whowill perform this work and reset the system.
If the engine oil life system is reset accidentally, servicethe vehicle within 5 000 km/3,000 miles since the lastservice. Reset the oil life system whenever the oilis changed. SeeEngine Oil Life System on page 6-16.
When the Change Engine Oil Soon message displays,certain services, checks, and inspections are required.
Every Engine Oil Change
•Change engine oil and filter. SeeEngine Oil on
page 6-13.An Emission Control Service.
•Engine coolant level check. SeeEngine Coolant on
page 6-23.
•Windshield washer fluid level check. SeeWindshield
Washer Fluid on page 6-31.
•Tire inflation check. SeeInflation - Tire Pressure on
page 6-54.
•Tire wear inspection. SeeTire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6-62.
•Rotate tires. SeeTire Inspection and Rotation on
page 6-62.
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