Under the Hood

Cadillac's 4.6-liter Northstar V-8 comes in a choice of two configurations in the DTS. The L37 edition produces an estimated 291 horsepower at 5,600 rpm, while the LD8 is rated at 275 hp at 5,200 rpm. The L37 is designed to rev higher, while the LD8 emphasizes quick launches and has greater peak torque. Both engines work with a four-speed-automatic transmission.

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    Lamp Messages
    AFL (ADAPTIVE FORWARD LIGHTING) LAMPS NEED SERVICE This message displays when the Adaptive Forward Lighting (AFL) system is disabled and needs service. See your dealer. See Adaptive Forwa ...

    How to Reinstall Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
    1. Install the air cleaner into the air cleaner housing. The outer air cleaner filter seal must be fitted properly in the air cleaner housing. 2. Align the air cleaner housing cover tabs to ...

    Wipe Parking
    If the ignition is changed to STOPPING THE ENGINE/OFF mode while the wipers are on 1, 2, or INT, they will immediately stop. If the windshield wiper lever is then moved to off before the driver do ...