CADILLAC XT5 2023 Owners Manual

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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. (2.0L
L4 Engine Only.) Inspect
spark plug wires and/or
boots.
Every 156 000 km
(97,500 mi)
.Replace spark plugs. (3.6L
V6 Engine Only.) Inspect
spark plug wires and/or
boots.
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)
0 363. Every 240 000 km
(150,000 mi)
.Change rear axle fluid,
if equipped with AWD. 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.
.Drain and fill engine cooling
system. Or every six years,
whichever comes first. See
Cooling System
0352.
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
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conditions the indicator may
come on before 12 000 km
(7,500 mi).
* Footnote: Under extreme
driving conditions listed
above, it may be necessary
to replace your spark plugs
at more frequent intervals.
For further assistance in
determining the most
suitable service maintenance
intervals for your vehicle,
please contact your
authorized GM Dealer.
Extreme service is for
vehicles mainly driven
off-road in four-wheel drive
or used in farming, mining,
forestry, or snow plowing.
Additional Required
Services—Severe Service
Every 72 000 km (45,000 mi)
.Change automatic
transmission fluid. Every 120 000 km
(75,000 mi)
.Change rear axle fluid,
if equipped with AWD. 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.
Owner Checks and
Services
Every Five Years
.Replace brake fluid.
Every Seven Years
.Replace Air Conditioning
Desiccant and perform air
conditioning system
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.
Multi-Point Vehicle
Inspection (MPVI)
A Multi Point Vehicle
Inspection (MPVI) completed
by a GM dealer technician is a
maintenance assessment of
your vehicle. The benefit of
the MPVI is to identify and
inform the customer of service
items that require immediate
attention and those that may
require attention in the future.
The technician will perform the
following checks on your
vehicle. For a complete list of
checks, inspections, and
services, see your dealer.
Some items may not apply to
your vehicle and/or region.
Diagnostics
.OnStar active, if equipped
.Service history/recall check

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Engine Oil and Filter
.Engine oil
.Oil life monitor
‐Reset oil life monitor
Exterior Lights
.Visual inspection
Windshield and Wipers
.Visual inspection
Battery
.Battery visual inspection
.Battery test results
.Battery cables and
connections
Systems, Fluids, and
Visible Leak Inspection
.Engine oil
.Transmission
.Drive axle
.Transfer case
.Engine cooling system
.Power steering, if equipped
.Fuel system
.Windshield washer fluid
Tire Inspection
.Tire pressure, tread depth,
and wear
.Rotation, if applicable
.Alignment check, optional
.Reset tire pressure monitor
.Check tire sealant expiration
date, if equipped
.Check spare tire, if equipped
Brakes
.Check brake system
Visible and Functional
Inspections
.Seat belt components
.Exhaust system
.Accelerator pedal
.Passenger compartment air
filter, if equipped
.Engine air filter
.Hoses
.Belts
.Shocks and struts
.Steering components
.Axle boots or driveshaft and
u-joints
.Compartment lift struts,
if equipped
.Floor mats secured, no
interference with pedals
.Horn
.Ignition lock, if equipped
.Starter switch
.Evaporative control system
Lubricate
.Chassis components
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 0416.

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Recommended Fluids, Lubricants, and Parts
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
Fluids and lubricants identified below by name or specification, including fluids or lubricants not
listed here, can be obtained from your dealer.Usage Fluid/Lubricant
Automatic Transmission DEXRON-VI Automatic Transmission Fluid. Chassis Lubrication Chassis lubricant meeting requirements of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Engine Coolant 50/50 mixture of clean, drinkable water and use only DEX-COOL Coolant. See Cooling System 0352.
Engine Oil Engine oil meeting the dexos1 specification of the proper SAE viscosity grade. ACDelco dexos1 full synthetic is recommended.
See Engine Oil0345.
Fuel Additive Fuel System Treatment PLUS.
Hydraulic Brake System DOT 4 Hydraulic Brake Fluid.
Key Lock Cylinders, Hood, Door, and Folding Seat Hinges Multi-Purpose Lubricant, See your dealer.
Hood Latch Assembly,
Secondary Latch, Pivots, Spring Anchor, and Release Pawl Lubriplate Lubricant Aerosol or lubricant meeting requirements
of NLGI #2, Category LB or GC-LB.
Weatherstrip Conditioning Weatherstrip lubricant. See your dealer. Windshield Washer Automotive windshield washer fluid that meets regional freeze protection requirements.

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Maintenance Replacement Parts
Replacement parts identified below by name, part number, or specification can be obtained from
your dealer.Part GM Part NumberACDelco
Part Number
Engine Air Cleaner/Filter 23321606A3212C
Engine Oil Filter
I2.0L L4 Engine 55495105
PF66
I3.6L V6 Engine 12693541
UPF63R
Passenger Compartment Air Filter 13508023CF185
Spark Plugs
I2.0L L4 Engine 55504354
41–103–IP
I3.6L V6 Engine 12646780
41-130

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PartGM Part NumberACDelco
Part Number
Wiper Blades
IDriver Side –60 cm (23.6 in) 23372088
—
IPassenger Side –50 cm (19.7 in) 23360287
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IRear –30 cm (11.8 in) 84215609
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Maintenance Records
After the scheduled services are performed, record the date, odometer reading, who performed
the service, and the type of services performed in the boxes provided. Retain all maintenance
receipts.Date Odometer
Reading Serviced By Maintenance
Stamp Services Performed

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Technical Data
Vehicle Identification
Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 437
Service Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 437
Vehicle Data
Capacities andSpecifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . 438
Engine Drive Belt Routing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 440
Vehicle
Identification
Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
This legal identifier is in the
front corner of the instrument
panel, on the driver side of the
vehicle. It can be seen through
the windshield from outside.
The Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) also appears on
the Vehicle Certification label
and certificates of title and
registration.
Engine Identification
The eighth character in the
VIN is the engine code. This
code identifies the vehicle's
engine, specifications, and
replacement parts. See “Engine Specifications”
under
Capacities and Specifications
0 438 for the vehicle's
engine code.
Service Parts
Identification
There may be a large barcode
on the certification label on
the center pillar that you can
scan for the following
information:
.Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN)
.Model designation
.Paint information
.Production options
If there is not a large barcode
on this label, then you will find
this same information on a
label under the load floor,
inside the cargo storage
shelf unit.

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Vehicle Data
Capacities and Specifications
The following approximate capacities are given in metric and English conversions. See
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants0433 for more information.
Application Capacities
Metric English
Air Conditioning Refrigerant For the air conditioning system refrigerant type and charge amount, see the
refrigerant label under the hood. See your dealer for more information.
Engine Cooling System*
I2.0L L4 Engine 8.5 L 9.0 qt
I3.6L V6 Engine 11.4 L 12.0 qt
Engine Oil with Filter I2.0L L4 Engine 5.0 L 5.3 qt
I3.6L V6 Engine 5.7 L 6.0 qt

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ApplicationCapacities
Metric English
Fuel Tank
IFront-Wheel Drive 73.4 L
19.4 gal
IAll-Wheel Drive 82.1 L
21.7 gal
Wheel Nut Torque 190Y 140 lb ft
All capacities are approximate. When adding, be sure to fill to the approximate level, as
recommended in this manual. Recheck fluid level after filling.
*Engine cooling system capacity values are based on the entire cooling system and its
components.
Engine Specifications
Engine VIN CodeTransmission Spark Plug Gap
2.0L L4 Engine (LSY) 4Automatic 0.65–0.75 mm (0.026–
0.030 in)
3.6L V6 Engine (LGX) SAutomatic 0.80–0.90 mm (0.031–
0.035 in)
Spark plug gaps are preset by the manufacturer. Re-gapping the spark plug is not recommended
and can damage the spark plug.