Black plate (22,1)Cadillac DTS Owner Manual - 2011Tire Sealant and Compressor KitThis vehicle may come with a jack and spare tire or atire sealant and compressor kit. The kit can be used toseal small punctures in the tread area of the tire.See Tire Sealant and Compressor Kit on page 6‑75 forcomplete operating information.If the vehicle came with a jack and spare tire, seeChanging a Flat Tire on page 6‑83.Engine Oil Life SystemThe engine oil life system calculates engine oil lifebased on vehicle use and displays a DIC messagewhen it is necessary to change the engine oil and filter.The oil life system should be reset to 100% onlyfollowing an oil change.Resetting the Oil Life System1. Turn the ignition to ON/RUN, with the engine off.2. Press the DIC INFO button until OIL LIFEREMAINING displays.3. Press and hold the DIC INFO RESET button until100% displays.4. Turn the key to LOCK/OFF.See Engine Oil Life System on page 6‑18.Driving for Better Fuel EconomyDriving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are somedriving tips to get the best fuel economy possible.. Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.. Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.. Avoid idling the engine for long periods of time.. When road and weather conditions areappropriate, use cruise control, if equipped.. Always follow posted speed limits or drive moreslowly when conditions require.. Keep vehicle tires properly inflated.. Combine several trips into a single trip.. Replace the vehicle's tires with the same TPCSpec number molded into the tire's sidewall nearthe size.. Follow recommended scheduled maintenance.1-22
