Cadillac 2013 Caddilac CTS Owner's Manual

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Black plate (10,1)Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual - 2013 - CRC - 4/18/1211-10 Service and MaintenanceAdditionalMaintenance and CareYour vehicle is an importantinvestment and caring for it properlymay help to avoid future costlyrepairs. To maintain vehicleperformance, additionalmaintenance services may berequired. It is recommended thatyour dealer perform these services— their trained dealer techniciansknow your vehicle best. Your dealercan also perform a thoroughassessment with a multi‐pointinspection to recommend when yourvehicle may need attention. Thefollowing list is intended to explainthe services and conditions to lookfor that may indicate services arerequired.BatteryThe battery supplies power to startthe engine and operate anyadditional electrical accessories.. To avoid break‐down or failure tostart the vehicle, maintain abattery with full cranking power.. Trained dealer technicians havethe diagnostic equipment to testthe battery and ensure that theconnections and cables arecorrosion‐free.Belts. Belts may need replacing if theysqueak or show signs ofcracking or splitting.. Trained dealer technicians caninspect the belts andrecommend replacement whennecessary.BrakesBrakes stop the vehicle and arecrucial to safe driving.. Signs of brake wear may includechirping, grinding, or squealingnoises, or difficulty stopping.. Trained dealer technicians haveaccess to tools and equipmentto inspect the brakes andrecommend quality partsengineered for the vehicle.FluidsProper fluid levels and approvedfluids protect the vehicle’s systemsand components. SeeRecommended Fluids andLubricants on page 11‑13 for GMapproved fluids.. Engine oil and windshieldwasher fluid levels should bechecked at every fuel fill.. Instrument cluster lights maycome on to indicate that fluidsmay be low and need to befilled.