Black plate (30,1)Cadillac CTS/CTS-V Owner Manual (Mid-East) - 20129-30 Vehicle CareHow to Check LubricantA. Drain PlugB. Fill PlugTo get an accurate reading, thevehicle should be on a levelsurface.If the level is below the bottom ofthe fill plug hole, located on thetransfer case, you'll need to addsome lubricant. Add enoughlubricant to raise the level to thebottom of the fill plug hole. Use carenot to overtighten the plug.What to UseRefer to Recommended Fluids andLubricants on page 10‑7 todetermine what kind of lubricantto use.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 8‑36 or Parking Brake(Electric) on page 8‑37.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 vehicle shouldstart only in P (Park) orN (Neutral). If the vehicle startsin any other position, contactyour dealer 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 for service.
