Cadillac 2011 Cadillac DTS Owner's Manual

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Black plate (16,1)Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011Checking Engine OilIt is a good idea to check the engine oil level at eachfuel fill. In order to get an accurate reading, the vehiclemust be on level ground. The engine oil dipstick handleis a yellow loop. See Engine Compartment Overview onpage 6‑14 for the location of the engine oil dipstick.Obtaining an accurate oil level reading is essential:1. If the engine has been running recently, turn off theengine and allow several minutes for the oil todrain back into the oil pan. Checking the oil leveltoo soon after engine shutoff will not provide anaccurate oil level reading.2. Pull out the dipstick and clean it with a paper towelor cloth, then push it back in all the way. Remove itagain, keeping the tip down, and check the level.When to Add Engine OilIf the oil is below the cross-hatched area at the tip ofthe dipstick, add 1 L (1 qt) of the recommended oil andthen recheck the level. See “Selecting the Right EngineOil” in this section for an explanation of what kind of oilto use. For engine oil crankcase capacity, seeCapacities and Specifications on page 6‑111.Notice: Do not add too much oil. Oil levels above orbelow the acceptable operating range shown on thedipstick are harmful to the engine. If you find thatyou have an oil level above the operating range, i.e.,the engine has so much oil that the oil level getsabove the cross-hatched area that shows the properoperating range, the engine could be damaged. Youshould drain out the excess oil or limit driving of thevehicle and seek a service professional to removethe excess amount of oil.See Engine Compartment Overview on page 6‑14 forthe location of the engine oil fill cap.6-16