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Cadillac STS Owner Manual - 2011
Every Engine Oil Change
.
Change engine oil and filter. Reset oil life system.
See Engine Oil
on page 6‑16
and Engine Oil Life
System
on page 6‑20
. An Emission Control
Service.
.
Engine coolant level check. See Engine Coolant
on page 6‑25
.
.
Engine cooling system inspection. Visual
inspection of hoses, pipes, fittings, and clamps and
replacement, if needed.
.
Windshield washer fluid level check. See
Windshield Washer Fluid on page 6‑34.
.
Windshield wiper blade inspection for wear,
cracking, or contamination and windshield and
wiper blade cleaning, if contaminated. See
Windshield and Wiper Blades
on page 6‑111
. Worn
or damaged wiper blade replacement. See
Windshield Wiper Blade Replacement
on
page 6‑49
.
.
Tire inflation pressures check. See Inflation - Tire
Pressure on page 6‑58.
.
Tire wear inspection. See Tire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6‑65.
.
If tire rotation is recommended for the vehicle,
rotate tires if necessary. See Tire Inspection and
Rotation on page 6‑65.
.
Fluids visual leak check (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first). A leak in any system must
be repaired and the fluid level checked.
.
Engine air cleaner filter inspection. See Engine Air
Cleaner/Filter on page 6‑21.
.
Brake system inspection (or every 12 months,
whichever occurs first).
.
Steering and suspension inspection. Visual
inspection for damaged, loose, or missing parts
or signs of wear.
.
Body hinges and latches, key lock cylinders,
rear compartment hinges, console door hinges,
and glove box door hinges lubrication. See
Recommended Fluids and Lubricants
on
page 7‑9
. More frequent lubrication may be
required when the vehicle is exposed to a
corrosive environment. Applying silicone grease
on weatherstrips with a clean cloth makes them
last longer, seal better, and not stick or squeak.
.
Restraint system component check. See Checking
the Restraint Systems on page 2‑72.
.
Fuel system inspection for damage or leaks.
.
Exhaust system and nearby heat shields
inspection for loose or damaged components.
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