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.
See also:
Leaving the Vehicle With
the Engine Running
(Automatic Transmission)
WARNING!
It can be dangerous to leave the
vehicle with the engine running.
The vehicle could move suddenly
if the shift lever is not fully in
P (Park) with the parking brake
firmly set. And, ...
SERVICE ALL WHEEL DRIVE
This message displays if a problem
occurs with the All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) system. The vehicle will run
in 2WD. This could be caused by:
- An electronics problem
- An AWD system oil overheat
- ...
How to Reset the Engine Oil Life System
Reset the system whenever the engine oil is changed so that the system can
calculate the next engine oil change. To reset the system:
1. Using the DIC MENU button and thumbwheel on the turn signal ...