Total Weight on the Vehicle's Tires
Be sure the vehicle's tires are inflated to the upper limit for cold tires. These numbers can be found on the Certification label or see Vehicle Load Limits for more information. Make sure not to go over the GVW limit for the vehicle, or the GAWR, including the weight of the trailer tongue. If using a weight distributing hitch, make sure not to go over the rear axle limit before applying the weight distribution spring bars.
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Engine & Transmission
The CTS comes standard with a 3.0-liter V-6 engine, but our test car's
optional 3.6-liter V-6 and six-speed automatic transmission are a special pair
among drivetrains. The transmission's shifts a ...
When It Is Time for
New Tires
Factors such as maintenance,
temperatures, driving speeds,
vehicle loading, and road conditions
affect the wear rate of the tires.
Treadwear indicators are one way
to tell when it is time f ...
Warning Lights, Gauges, and Indicators
Warning lights and gauges can signal that something is wrong before it
becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying
attention to the warning lights and gauges could pre ...