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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Disc Brakes -> AC-Delco Single Piston Rear Disc Brake -> Troubleshooting
Vehicle: 2009 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

The most common cause of brake chatter on disc brakes is a variation in disc thickness. If roughness or vibration is encountered during highway operation or if pedal pulsation is experienced at low speeds, the disc may have excessive thickness variation. To inspect for this condition, measure the disc at 12 points with a micrometer at a radius approximately one inch from edge of disc. If thickness me...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Passenger Cars -> Fuel Pressure Relief -> Except Aveo, LaCrosse, LeMans (1988-93), Malibu & Malibu Maxx (2004-05), Metro, Nova, Prizm, Spectrum & Storm -> Engine Fuel Pressure Service Port -> Engines Less Fuel Pressure Service Port
Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur. The vehicle may need to be driven while the vehicle relearns its adaptive strateg...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove tire and wheel assembly.
  • On models with road sensing suspension, disconnect level sensor link from ball stud on lower control arm.
  • On all models, disconnect outer tie rod end from steering knuckle. Do not loosen tie rod end jam nut.
  • Insert a drift or punch into brake rotor and against caliper in order to prevent wheel hub and bearing from turning.
  • Remove and discard wheel drive shaft spindle nut.
  • Remove stabilizer shaft link.
  • Disconnect electrical connector from wheel speed sensor and reposition wiring harness away from ball joint.Be sure that w...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Relearn Procedures -> Keyless Entry Transmitter Or DIC Method -> Scan Tool Method
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

Keyless Entry Transmitter Or DIC Method

  • On models with standard ignition switch, place the ignition switch in the On position.
  • On models with keyless ignition switch, place the ignition switch in the Accy position.
  • On all models, using the keyless entry transmitters press the lock and unlock buttons at the same time until a horn chirp sounds indicating the learn mode has been actuated. The left front turn signal will also be illuminated.
  • Using the DIC (Driver Information Center) press and release the Info button until the Tire Learn message is indicated on the DIC display. Depres...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Starter, Replace
Vehicle: 2007 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove intake manifold assembly.
  • Disconnect starter S terminal wire and battery cable.
  • Remove mounting bolts and starter.
  • Remove solenoid and battery...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> General Motors Corp./Saturn -> 2006-09 DTS & Lucerne
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 12 months or 15,000 miles or at Maintenance II as indicated on the DIC (Driver Information Center). In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the hood.
  • Remove the windshield wiper arms...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

General Motors Corp./Saturn Cars -> Anti-Lock Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2008 Cadillac DTS Platinum 4.6 V8 GAS

This lamp should light when the ignition is turned On. The lamp may light for as long as 30 seconds as a bulb and system inspection. If lamp remains lit or lights while operating the vehicle, a fault condition in the anti-lock brake system is indicated. When lamp is lit, turn ignition Off, then restart engine. If l...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 Cadillac DTS L 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Remove A/C condenser.
  • Remove upper tie bar.
  • Drain cooling system into a suitable container.
  • Remove front air deflector.
  • Remove engine oil cooler pipe retaining bolts from fan shroud, if equipped.
  • Reposition radiator inlet hose clamp, using hose clamp pliers tool No. J 38185 or equivalent.
  • Disconnect radiator inlet hose from radiator.
  • Remove transmission oil cooler pipe retaining bolts from fan shroud.
  • Remove transmission lines from radiator.
  • Disconnect wiring harness electrical connectors from cooling fan motors.
  • Remove ...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2010 Cadillac DTS Platinum 4.6 V8 GAS

  • Remove right front wheelhouse liner.
  • Install a 1/2 inch drive breaker to drive belt tensioner.
  • Push down on breaker bar in order to release...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Transmission Diagram for 2007 Cadillac DTS  4.6 V8 GASTransmission Diagram for 2007 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Vehicle Speed Sensor
  • Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Valve
  • Pressure Control Solenoid Valve
  • Automatic Transmission Fluid Temperature Sensor
  • Automatic Transmission Input Speed Sensor
  • Global Positioning System Antenna Diagram for 2007 Cadillac DTS  4.6 V8 GASGlobal Positioning System Antenna Diagram for 2007 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Global Positioning System Antenna
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2008 Cadillac DTS Platinum 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2008 Cadillac DTS Platinum 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Right Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor
  • G101
  • Let Inflatable Restraint Front End Sensor
  • 2006 Cadillac DTS  4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Brake Pressure Modulator Valve
  • Electronic Brake Control Module
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: DISABLED ONSTAR SYSTEM IDENTIFICATION
    Vehicle: 2007 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

    Symptoms:
  • Inoperative, No Response
  • Auto Systems:
  • Aux Equip, Phone, Jacks, Trailer Hitches, Towing
  • Document: PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS OF VEHICLES WITH ACCESSORY WHEEL/TIRE ASSEMBLIES INSTALLED AS "UPSIZED" TO ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT- REVISED
    Vehicle: 2006 Cadillac DTS 4.6 V8 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR Cadillac DTS AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most Cadillac DTS cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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