Cadillac 2010 CTS Owner's Manual

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9-14 Vehicle CareChange the fluid and filter at theintervals listed in ScheduledMaintenance on page 10‑3, andbe sure to use the fluid listed inRecommended Fluids andLubricants on page 10‑7.Manual TransmissionFluidIt is not necessary to check themanual transmission fluid level.A transmission fluid leak is the onlyreason for fluid loss. If a leakoccurs, take the vehicle to a dealer/retailer for service. Have it repairedas soon as possible. You may alsohave the fluid level checked by yourdealer/retailer when the oil ischanged. See Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants on page 10‑7 forthe proper fluid to use.Hydraulic ClutchIt is not necessary to regularlycheck clutch fluid unless yoususpect there is a leak in thesystem. Adding fluid will not correcta leak. A fluid loss in this systemcould indicate a problem. Have thesystem inspected and repaired.When to Check and Whatto UseThe hydraulic clutch fluid reservoircap has this symbol on it. SeeEngine Compartment Overview onpage 9‑6 for reservoir location.Refer to the MaintenanceSchedule for the proper fluid to use.See Recommended Fluids andLubricants on page 10‑7. The fluidrequires changing every two years.See Scheduled Maintenance onpage 10‑3.How to Check and Add FluidVisually check the clutch fluidreservoir to make sure the fluid levelis at the MIN (minimum) line on theside of the reservoir. The hydraulicclutch fluid system should be closedand sealed.Do not remove the cap to checkthe fluid level or to top-off the fluidlevel. Remove the cap only whennecessary to add the proper fluiduntil the level reaches the MIN line.