Cadillac 2010 CTS Sport Sedan Owner's Manual

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Vehicle Care 9-31How to Check LubricantTo get an accurate reading, thevehicle should be on a levelsurface.If the level is below the bottom ofthe filler plug hole, located on therear axle, you'll need to add somelubricant. Add enough lubricant toraise the level to the bottom of thefiller plug hole.What to UseRefer to the Maintenance Scheduleto determine what kind of lubricantto use. See Recommended Fluidsand Lubricants on page 10‑7.Starter Switch Check{ WARNINGWhen you are doing thisinspection, the vehicle couldmove suddenly. If the vehiclemoves, you or others could beinjured.1. Before starting this check, besure there is enough roomaround the vehicle.2. Firmly apply both the parkingbrake and the regular brake.See Parking Brake (Manual) onpage 8‑34 or Parking Brake(Electric) on page 8‑35.Do not use the acceleratorpedal, and be ready to turn offthe engine immediately if itstarts.3. For automatic transmissionvehicles, try to start the enginein each gear. The vehicleshould start only in P (Park) orN (Neutral). If the vehicle startsin any other position, contactyour dealer/retailer for service.For manual transmissionvehicles, put the shift lever inNeutral, push the clutch pedaldown halfway, and try to startthe engine. The vehicle shouldstart only when the clutch pedalis pushed down all the way tothe floor. If the vehicle startswhen the clutch pedal is notpushed all the way down,contact your dealer/retailer forservice.